Hawaii House Bill HR82

Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/9/23
• Refer: 3/15/23
• Report Pass: 3/30/23
• Passed: 3/30/23

Caption

Urging The Department Of Facility Maintenance Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Conduct An Assessment And Prepare And Execute A Plan To Maintain Manoa Stream.

Impact

The resolution aims to address ongoing concerns regarding flood management and prevention in the Manoa area. By urging the Department of Facility Maintenance to take proactive steps, the resolution seeks to ensure that maintenance activities such as vegetative management, debris removal, and streambed dredging are regularly conducted. This maintenance is seen as crucial for mitigating the risk of future flooding, which could have severe implications for both public safety and local infrastructure.

Summary

House Resolution 82 calls upon the Department of Facility Maintenance of the City and County of Honolulu to conduct an assessment and develop a plan for the maintenance of Manoa Stream. The resolution highlights the lack of periodic maintenance activities that are essential for effectively managing flood risks along the stream. This is particularly pertinent given Manoa Stream's history of significant flood events, notably the devastating flood in October 2004 that caused extensive damage to the University of Hawaii at Manoa, as well as the destruction of historical documents and equipment.

Contention

Though the resolution itself is a call to action rather than a legislative bill, it may generate discussions around budget allocations and prioritization within the City and County of Honolulu. The emphasis on maintenance activities raises questions about resource management and the potential impact on other local projects. Stakeholders may take opposing views on effectiveness and resource allocation, reflecting broader concerns about environmental management and local government responsibilities.