Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Take Immediate Action To Address Illegal Dumping In Ewa Beach.
Impact
The resolution suggests the adoption of new programs inspired by successful initiatives from other cities such as Sacramento and Houston. For example, a bulk item pickup program in Sacramento was found to be economically advantageous compared to traditional cleanup methods. The proposal encourages the City and County of Honolulu to explore increasing access to disposal sites in high-incident areas, thereby enhancing waste management efforts. Furthermore, the resolution advocates for weekly bulk item pickups in areas with recurrent violations to ensure better accessibility for residents.
Summary
House Resolution 45, introduced in the Thirty-third Legislature of Hawaii, urges the City and County of Honolulu to take immediate action against illegal dumping in Ewa Beach. The resolution highlights the severity of illegal dumping as a significant health hazard and an environmental menace that tarnishes the scenic beauty of the West Oahu region. Current measures implemented by the City and County of Honolulu, like reporting mechanisms and scheduled bulk item pickups, have proven inadequate to effectively combat the problem. The resolution calls for a notable shift in strategy, encouraging robust and innovative measures to tackle illegal dumping.
Contention
A key point of contention revolves around the efficacy of existing programs versus the proposed measures. Legislators and community advocates may debate whether increasing operational resources and broadening access to disposal methods will substantially reduce illegal dumping incidents. The resolution's call for pilot programs includes monitoring and using measurable metrics to assess effectiveness, framed as a response to the ongoing crisis in Ewa Beach. By focusing on proactive measures and effective monitoring, the resolution seeks to ensure that the efforts to combat illegal dumping are both efficient and sustainable.
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.
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.
Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.
Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.
Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.
Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.
Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.
Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With Stakeholders To Construct A Sidewalk For Pedestrian Safety While Traveling Between Iroquois Pointe And Ewa Beach.
Urging The Honolulu City Council To Review Its Ordinance On Chickens, Investigate The Ordinance's Role In Contributing To The Growing Population Of Feral Chickens, And Take Action To Reduce The Growing Problem Of Feral Chickens.
Urging The Honolulu City Council To Review Its Ordinance On Chickens, Investigate The Ordinance's Role In Contributing To The Growing Population Of Feral Chickens, And Take Action To Reduce The Growing Problem Of Feral Chickens.
Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu City Council, And Honolulu Authority For Rapid Transportation To Find A Means To Fund The Construction Of The Park-and-ride Garage At Waiawa Station And Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish Additional Transit Services Between Central Oahu And Waiawa Station.
Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu Police Department, And Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney's Office To Collaborate With Local Businesses And Community Partners To Implement Safe And Sound Programs In Ewa Beach, Kapolei, And Waianae.
Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu Police Department, And Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney's Office To Collaborate With Local Businesses And Community Partners To Implement Safe And Sound Programs In Ewa Beach, Kapolei, And Waianae.
Urging The Department Of Planning And Permitting Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, And The Honolulu City Council To Ensure Greater Public Input Prior To The Construction Of Wind Machines Having A Rated Capacity Of Up To One Hundred Kilowatts.
Urging The Department Of Planning And Permitting Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, And The Honolulu City Council To Ensure Greater Public Input Prior To The Construction Of Wind Machines Having A Rated Capacity Of Up To One Hundred Kilowatts.