Citizen memorandum asks
lawmakers to take action
A citizen memorandum has been submitted to the state Legislature asking lawmakers to review how certain state powers are being used and how they affect everyday residents. More than 1,300 people from Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and 91直播 Island signed the memorandum, showing broad cross-island concern.
The memorandum focuses on three issues.
Part one — Parental rights and childhood vaccination policy: Families are asking legislators to review how medical decisions involving children are handled and how parental rights are protected.
Part two — Biosecurity emergency powers and property rights: Residents are concerned that the government can take private property based on a perceived biosecurity emergency and want clear safeguards to protect landowners.
Part three — Emergency proclamations and constitutional limits: The governor has signed over 90 emergency proclamations and suspended laws without legislation. Many residents are asking: Where are the constitutional limits?
This memorandum is not about party politics. It is a request for transparency, oversight and open discussion about how emergency authority is used. Emergency powers are important during real crises, but they must remain balanced with legislative accountability and constitutional boundaries.
When over 1,000 residents across all major islands raise the same concerns, it deserves thoughtful attention. The memorandum asks lawmakers to review these issues through normal oversight and public discussion.
The complete citizen memorandum can be found at StandTogether91直播.com
Michelle Melendez
Captain Cook
This area of Hilo is
‘downright dangerous’
I am concerned over the lack of safety and security in the area of Kaipalaoa Landing.
There are no crosswalks and it seems to be well-used by homeless and residents alike. People cross the road to get to the landing and the “Singing Bridge,” and it is downright dangerous.
Please look into securing access into this area. As I am a resident on the Hamakua Coast, I pass this area several times a day and have almost hit pedestrians who seem to have little regard for their safety in traffic.
On Feb. 6, a gentleman with a fishing pole darted in front of me as I was headed home, and there was traffic in both directions. In stopping for him, I almost got rear-ended by another vehicle following me.
What has to happen before this situation is resolved satisfactorily?
Jackie De Luz Meyer
Hilo
