Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR85

Introduced

3/7/25

Refer

3/14/25

Caption

Urging The State Of Hawaii And City And County Of Honolulu To Collaborate In The Development Of A World-class, Comprehensive Sports Complex In West Oahu.

Impact

The resolution outlines a comprehensive plan for the sports complex to cover two hundred to four hundred acres, incorporating various indoor and outdoor sports facilities. This includes a large stadium with a capacity of at least sixty-five thousand spectators, multiple sports fields, and additional infrastructure for sports medicine and rehabilitation. The complex is positioned to be financially self-sustaining, generating revenue through visitor engagement and facility use, potentially reducing the financial burden on state taxpayers.

Summary

House Resolution 85 urges the State of Hawaii and the City and County of Honolulu to collaborate on developing a world-class sports complex in West Oahu. This initiative is driven by Hawaii's unique geographical advantages and year-round favorable climate, which are considered ideal for sports training and events. The proposal emphasizes that the facility would not only serve local needs but also attract international sports teams from the Asia-Pacific region, enhancing Hawaii's profile as a significant player in global sports.

Contention

Some points of contention might arise regarding the collaboration between the state and city, particularly concerning land acquisition and the extent of public versus private investment in the complex's construction. The resolution calls for a feasibility study to identify suitable locations and outline necessary actions, including amendments to existing land use regulations. This process may stir discussions on local governance and the prioritization of public funds in the face of community needs and other pressing infrastructure projects.

Companion Bills

HI HCR89

Same As Urging The State Of Hawaii And City And County Of Honolulu To Collaborate In The Development Of A World-class, Comprehensive Sports Complex In West Oahu.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR165

Urging The State Of Hawaii And City And County Of Honolulu To Collaborate In The Development Of A World-class, Comprehensive Sports Complex In West Oahu.

HI HR77

Strongly Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Reconsider Using The Waipo Soccer Complex As Its Next Landfill Site.

HI HR164

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.

HI HR161

Urging The Mayors And Councils Of The City And County Of Honolulu, County Of Maui, County Of Hawaii, And County Of Kauai To Establish Business Improvement Districts As Special Improvement Districts.

HI SCR7

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Improve Access Of Thebus In Oahu's Rural Communities.

HI SR5

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Improve Access Of Thebus In Oahu's Rural Communities.

HI HCR163

HI SCR103

HI HCR160

Urging The Mayors And Councils Of The City And County Of Honolulu, County Of Maui, County Of Hawaii, And County Of Kauai To Establish Business Improvement Districts As Special Improvement Districts.

HI SR113

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