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Hawaii House Bill HR79

Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR79

Introduced
3/7/24  
Refer
3/13/24  
Introduced
3/7/24  
Report Pass
4/1/24  
Refer
3/13/24  
Report Pass
4/1/24  

Caption

Requesting The Department Of Facility Maintenance Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Clean Certain Streams And Canals In Waipahu.

Impact

By focusing on the maintenance of these waterways, HR79 aims to enhance public safety and environmental health in Waipahu, a community that has expressed concern over neglected water bodies. The resolution emphasizes the jurisdiction of the Department of Facility Maintenance in ensuring that these streams and canals are kept clean and functional, thus reducing the risk of local flooding, which can damage property and disrupt community life. The execution of this resolution could lead to improved conditions for both local ecosystems and the residents who rely on these waterways.

Summary

House Resolution 79 (HR79), introduced during the Thirty-second Legislature of 2024 in Hawaii, addresses the pressing need for maintenance of several local streams and canals in Waipahu. The resolution requests that the Department of Facility Maintenance of the City and County of Honolulu perform cleaning tasks on specific waterways, including Waikele Stream and nearby canals. The intent is to alleviate issues caused by overgrowth and debris that impede proper water flow, particularly before significant rain events that can lead to flooding and safety hazards for the surrounding community.

Contention

There may be no significant formal opposition to HR79 based on the provided details, but given the community's history of feeling responsible for the upkeep of these areas, it highlights a potential contention point regarding public responsibility versus government obligations. Community members have often felt pressured to maintain the cleanliness of these streams and canals due to the perceived inaction of the government. Thus, HR79 might spark dialogue on the prioritization of municipal maintenance duties and the acceptable level of community involvement in environmental stewardship.

Latest HR79 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR95

Same As Requesting The Department Of Facility Maintenance Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Clean Certain Streams And Canals In Waipahu.

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