Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR107

Introduced
3/11/22  
Refer
3/14/22  
Report Pass
3/31/22  
Refer
3/31/22  
Report Pass
4/7/22  

Caption

Encouraging The City And County Of Honolulu To Expand And Improve Services At The Waianae Convenience Center.

Impact

The legislative action aims to alleviate concerns regarding illegal dumping that has seen a notable rise in the Leeward Coast area, attributed partially to the lack of adequate refuse disposal options. By encouraging improvements at the Waianae Convenience Center, the resolution seeks to enhance public health and safety, streamline waste management processes, and ultimately reduce environmental hazards linked to improper waste disposal. The initiative underlines the importance of maintaining properly serviced refuse centers to support local efforts in waste management.

Summary

House Resolution 107 (HR107) encourages the City and County of Honolulu to expand and enhance the services offered at the Waianae Convenience Center, which serves as the only refuse disposal center for residents on the west side of Oahu. The resolution identifies significant challenges faced by residents, such as extreme wait times of up to three hours, inadequate staffing, and insufficient bins for waste disposal. These conditions not only hinder lawful refuse disposal but also promote unsafe practices among residents who may transport bulky waste improperly due to overcrowding at the facility.

Contention

While the resolution is generally well-supported among community members and local representatives, there may be debates regarding funding and resource allocation to implement the suggested changes. The call for increased staffing and additional refuse bins necessitates consideration of budgetary constraints faced by the city. Moreover, the effectiveness of implementing these improvements could be scrutinized, particularly in relation to overall waste management strategies across the region. Balancing these improvements with available city resources will be a critical aspect as discussions around the resolution proceed.

Companion Bills

HI HCR111

Same As Encouraging The City And County Of Honolulu To Expand And Improve Services At The Waianae Convenience Center.

HI SCR233

Same As Encouraging The City And County Of Honolulu To Expand And Improve Services At The Waianae Convenience Center.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR25

Encouraging The Department Of Transportation And The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Expand The Red-light Safety Program.

HI HCR15

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish A New Satellite City Hall Office In Mililani To Improve Access To Government Services.

HI HR5

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish A New Satellite City Hall Office In Mililani To Improve Access To Government Services.

HI SCR104

Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And United States Military To Coordinate And Address The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within Waipahu And The Surrounding Communities Of Ewa, Pearl City, And Aiea On Oahu.

HI SR86

Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And United States Military To Coordinate And Address The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within Waipahu And The Surrounding Communities Of Ewa, Pearl City, And Aiea On Oahu.

HI HR77

Strongly Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Reconsider Using The Waipo Soccer Complex As Its Next Landfill Site.

HI HCR62

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Transfer To The State The City And County Of Honolulu's Authority To Construct A Makakilo Drive Extension.

HI SCR110

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Transfer To The State The City And County Of Honolulu's Authority To Construct A Makakilo Drive Extension.

HI HR157

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu And Department Of Transportation To Provide Covered Bus Shelters At All Bus Stops On Oahu.

HI HCR177

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu And Department Of Transportation To Provide Covered Bus Shelters At All Bus Stops On Oahu.

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