Costco on the East side

[Erlinda]

I often visit Hilo/Puna from the mainland. I think that East side shoppers could appreciate and use a Costco. Their gasoline prices can’t be beat. They are excellent for bulk purchases: everyday items like toilet paper, paper towels, foil, and staples. Their house brand vitamin prices are excellent. And their meat and fish prices are good because they are in large size packages—perfect for the freezer or for big parties. Quality is excellent and they would fill a niche that Walmart can’t fill. Not to mention that their employees earn a decent wage with benefits. Visitors like me and my family would certainly appreciate one!