Tag Archives: Kauai

The Movement – Winning In Solidarity

Posted on April 2, 2016 by garyhooser

The agrochemical industry in Hawaii is losing the war they have waged against our community these past few years.  Rather than acknowledge our concerns about health and environmental impacts and comply with our modest requests for increased regulation, they have … Continue reading →

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How Unusual -Kauai Business Interests Seek To Weaken Kauai County Lobbyist Bill

Posted on February 15, 2016 by garyhooser

“Lobbyist Bill Draws Strong Support” or “Local Lobbyists Oppose Lobbying Regulation Bill” are sample headlines that could have been displayed in The Garden Island article of February 11. Over 50 people submitted testimony in support of Bill #2614 and only … Continue reading →

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The Hooser Blog: Thankful For The Heroes

Posted on November 26, 2015 by garyhooser

Yes, I am the luckiest man on the planet.  To live on Kauai surrounded by the natural beauty, to have a loving and growing family, to have my health, to be able to do the work that I do and … Continue reading →

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The Hooser Blog: Personal reflections, council updates, re-election campaign – and matters concerning angst, fear and the nature of our humanity

Posted on November 19, 2015 by garyhooser

In a group discussion recently, questions and concerns were raised about the pitfalls of “trying to do too much”. Honestly, I had a difficult time grasping the concept.  I see life as being far too short and the challenges of … Continue reading →

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Important Property Tax proposal on November 4 Kauai Council Agenda

Posted on October 31, 2015 by garyhooser

Important Property Tax proposal on November 4 Kauai Council Agenda I have introduced the following measure and need your help today in spreading the word to home owners and renters through-out Kauai County. Proposed Draft Bill (No. 2606) – A BILL FOR … Continue reading →

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State law on RUP disclosure implemented.. kind of but not really– Plus Kauai County stats on glyphosate

Posted on September 9, 2015 by garyhooser

State law on RUP disclosure implemented.. kind of but not really– Plus Kauai County stats on glyphosate Here is statewide 2014 Restricted Use Pesticide(RUP)  data provided by the State Department of Agriculture (not glyphosate or other general use pesticides) Note: … Continue reading →

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From Kauai to Switzerland – Why we went, what we accomplished and what’s next.

Posted on May 3, 2015 by garyhooser

A few short days ago, on April 28th, in the city of Basel Switzerland, I attended and spoke at the annual shareholders meeting of the transnational corporation and chemical giant, Syngenta, I spoke from the podium directly to the Syngenta … Continue reading →

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Into the Belly of the Beast: Bringing Kauai’s Story to Syngenta World Headquarters Annual Shareholders Meeting April 28th.

Posted on April 19, 2015 by garyhooser

Yes, myself and two other Kauai residents are heading this coming week to share our Kauai story with the people and government of Switzerland, home to the world headquarters of Syngenta.   See Press Release here: http://blog.hawaiiallianceforprogressiveaction.org/2015/04/17/h-a-p-a-supports-kaua%60i-delegation-to-switzerland-home-of-pesticide-giant-syngenta/ Syngenta, you will remember, … Continue reading →

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State House Agricultural Committee – Disappointment Is Too Mild A Description

Posted on April 11, 2015 by garyhooser

Words cannot express how disappointed I am with the conduct of the State House Agricultural Committee.  They continue to ignore the science, the medical literature and the community calling out for meaningful regulation. Instead members of this committee simply follow … Continue reading →

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Pulling Back The Curtain: The Carleton Ching Vote – Time To Hero-Up

Posted on March 14, 2015 by garyhooser

After watching the entire Senate committee hearing covering the appointment of real estate development lobbyist Carleton Ching to be Director of the Department of Land and Natural Resources, it seems embarrassingly obvious that Mr. Ching is not even remotely qualified … Continue reading →

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