Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR27

Introduced

2/28/23

Refer

3/3/23

Caption

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Move Forward With A Pearl Harbor Historic Trail Pilot Demonstration Project And Enter Into A Long-term Agreement With The United States Navy, In Partnership With The City And County Of Honolulu And State Agencies, To Ensure The Revitalization Of The Multi-use Trail.

Impact

The revitalization of the Pearl Harbor Historic Trail is seen as a multifaceted opportunity for the community, addressing needs for safe bicycle and pedestrian pathways while also acting as a historical and recreational resource. The trail improvement is aimed at not only enhancing public safety and accessibility but also encouraging economic revitalization through increased visitor traffic and community engagement. As parts of the trail have suffered from neglect, involvement from various agencies is crucial to restore it as a vibrant part of the community.

Summary

HCR27 is a House Concurrent Resolution that requests the City and County of Honolulu to initiate a pilot demonstration project for the Pearl Harbor Historic Trail. The resolution calls for a long-term agreement with the United States Navy, along with collaboration among local and state agencies, to revitalize the existing multi-use trail that stretches 18.6 miles from Halawa Landing to Nanakuli. The intent of this project is to link various neighborhoods, historic sites, and recreational areas while enhancing the accessibility and preservation of the surrounding natural environments.

Contention

While the resolution is primarily a call to action for local authorities, the implications of such a project invite discussion around funding, resource allocation, and potential bureaucratic hurdles involved in establishing a long-term agreement with the United States Navy. The historical significance of the trail also raises questions about maintaining the integrity of the site while developing it for public use. Consequently, HCR27 reflects broader themes of community vision, responsibility, and collaboration among different governmental levels, highlighting the need to balance revitalization with preservation.

Latest HCR27 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HR29

Same As Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Move Forward With A Pearl Harbor Historic Trail Pilot Demonstration Project And Enter Into A Long-term Agreement With The United States Navy, In Partnership With The City And County Of Honolulu And State Agencies, To Ensure The Revitalization Of The Multi-use Trail.

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