Speed traps on Hwy 130

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Sorry, but I think the only thing that will keep Puna rural is if Kilauea comes this way ------------------------------------------Anyhow, I think if Puna turns down highway funds and rejects highway improvements, those who love Puna the most are the ones who will be feeling the pain of Hwy 130 staying as it is.

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Interesting, I wasn't advocating the withholding of road improvements as a means of growth control, although that is advocated in some areas. Where I currently live such policy has been strongly advocated by many people. Fortunately, IMHO, such advocates are currently a minority on the County Commission. I was just taking issue with the esteemed Dr's "facts". I was also being a bit of the smart ass that I'm sometimes accused of being.

I still believe road conditions influence population growth. No doubt other issues will also have an effect, maybe to the extent of overwhelming the effects caused by road conditions.

Incidentally, multi lane roundabouts are not unheard of. I would advocate widening as well as experimenting with roundabouts. Use them where they work but widen the road with added turn and merge lanes where needed. If growth control is desired, use other methods.
However, I share some of the concerns previously expressed by JWFITZ regarding who might be most affected by such government regulations. I think his posting I'm referencing was in the PCDP topics.

Pua`a
S. FL
Big Islander to be.