DEFEND OAHU COALITION

Take action now! Complete the following form to send an email to your City Councilmember letting them know how you feel about the development. We encourage you to change or delete the default letter written in the box below and write your own thoughts and concerns regarding the proposed project.
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Dear Councilmember [your councilmember's name here],
As a resident of Oahu, I am concerned about the proposed expansion of the Turtle Bay Resort. This project was designed and approved based on conditions that existed twenty years ago. Times, laws, circumstances and community needs have changed. I am concerned that another development on the North Shore would be detrimental to the entire island. There are several unresolved issues surrounding this development that should be answered before the City issues permits for the project to move forward. For instance: - What are the widespread effects of this development on the already unacceptable traffic situation on the Kam Highway and elsewhere? Will the road from Haleiwa to Hau'ula need to be widened to accomodate for the extra traffic? If so, who will pay for that, and what will happen to the people with homes alongside the road now? - Kuilima developers have promised increased public access and parking. However, with 3500 new hotel and condominium units, will local residents realistically be able to make use of these amenities? How will our recreational and cultural spaces not be compromised by an influx of tourists seeking access to the same spots? - Should developers be allowed to continue using old affordable housing standards, especially at a time when housing in Oahu costs more than ever? - How will this development affect Oahu's tourism industry? If we cannot offer tourists a \"rural\" atmosphere on this island, will they continue to come here on vacation? The Honolulu City Council has the power to revoke or modify existing zoning and land use permits (Honolulu Revised Ordinances 25-9.6). Please demand that these issues be addressed - Defend the interests of the community by reviewing and amending or modifying the Special Management Area Permit granted in Resolution 86-308 to protect our environment and community.
Sincerely, [your name here] [your address] [your email address]
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