Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Adopt And Implement A Neighborhood Security Watch In Each Homestead Area.
Impact
If adopted, SCR87 would enhance community involvement in crime prevention efforts by formalizing the Neighborhood Security Watch program. Such a program aims to empower residents to take proactive roles in securing their neighborhoods while working in partnership with law enforcement. By granting the NSW the necessary authority to engage with law enforcement effectively, the resolution seeks to address local safety concerns more promptly and efficiently.
Summary
Senate Concurrent Resolution 87 (SCR87) advocates for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to establish and enforce a Neighborhood Security Watch (NSW) initiative across all homestead areas. This resolution arises from increasing reports of illegal activities within these communities, coupled with difficulties regarding the response of law enforcement agencies due to ambiguous jurisdiction over Hawaiian homestead lands. These complications have led to a rise in crime, prompting local residents to organize their own initiatives to safeguard their neighborhoods and support collaboration with law enforcement.
Contention
Despite the positive intentions behind SCR87, some concerns exist regarding the balance of authority between community-led initiatives and state law enforcement. Critics may argue that while empowering neighborhoods is essential, it could lead to potential overreach in policing methods and affect residents' rights. Additionally, there is a question of resource allocation and whether the implementation of such a program can be sustained without adequate support and funding from the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.
Notable_points
A key point highlighted in the resolution is the successful example set by the Kanehili Neighborhood Security Watch, which addressed significant crime issues effectively through community mobilization. The resolution mentions that quicker authorization for law enforcement intervention could have expedited crime reduction further. Overall, SCR87 aims to enhance security measures while advocating for greater community autonomy in maintaining safety.
Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.
Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.
Urging The United States To Satisfy Its Obligations To The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands And The Hawaiian Home Lands Trust Under The Hawaiian Home Lands Recovery Act.
Commending And Honoring The Leaders Of The Kapolei Neighborhood Security Watch Groups For Their Dedication To Community Engagement, Commitment To Public Safety, And Leadership In Expanding Neighborhood Security Watch Programs Across Oahu.
Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Notify Beneficiaries Through Beneficiary Consultation Prior To Disposing Of Hawaiian Home Lands And To Exercise Other Protections Of Beneficiary Interests.
Urging The United States Department Of The Interior To Work With The Office Of The Governor, Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands, United States Congressional Delegations From Hawaii, And Sovereign Council Of Hawaiian Homestead Associations To Make A Determination In Support Of Act 80, Session Laws Of Hawaii 2017.
Requesting The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Conduct A Feasibility Study On The Creation Of An Enforcement Division For The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands.
Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Notify Beneficiaries Through Beneficiary Consultation Prior To Disposing Of Hawaiian Home Lands And To Exercise Other Protections Of Beneficiary Interests.
Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.
Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.
Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Notify Beneficiaries Through Beneficiary Consultation Prior To Disposing Of Hawaiian Home Lands And To Exercise Other Protections Of Beneficiary Interests.
Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Notify Beneficiaries Through Beneficiary Consultation Prior To Disposing Of Hawaiian Home Lands And To Exercise Other Protections Of Beneficiary Interests.