Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR30

Introduced

3/4/25

Refer

3/6/25

Report Pass

4/1/25

Engrossed

4/2/25

Refer

4/4/25

Report Pass

4/15/25

Passed

4/16/25

Caption

Requesting The Commander Of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-hickam To Allow The Department Of Parks And Recreation Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Use The Restricted Vacant Land On The Pearl City Peninsula For Youth Ball Programs.

Impact

The resolution is born out of a pressing local need, as the Pearl City Peninsula contains approximately twelve acres of previously restricted land, which has been vacant for over thirty years following a fire incident at a fuel depot. The legislation argues that a significant portion of this land is non-contaminated and could be used to construct new ball fields. Furthermore, the intent is to create accessible recreational space that fosters community engagement and supports the physical activities of youth, ultimately contributing to their development and well-being.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution 30 (SCR30) proposes that the commander of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam allow the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu to utilize a portion of restricted vacant land on the Pearl City Peninsula for youth ball programs. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for youth sporting activities such as soccer, baseball, and flag football, which the city currently struggles to accommodate due to a lack of sufficient ball fields. Various local youth teams, including those with military family volunteers, have consistently sought permits to use city parks for their practices and events, highlighting an urgent need for additional facilities.

Contention

Notably, the resolution underscores previous concerns regarding the use of PFAS fire retardants during firefighting efforts related to the depot fire, which poses potential environmental implications. The legislative body appears to be advocating for the utilization of the land while also affirming that the areas designated for field construction do not harbor contamination issues. Should the resolution move forward, it would require careful monitoring and collaboration between military authorities and local government to ensure safety and community needs are prioritized.

Latest SCR30 Activity

Companion Bills

HI SR16

Same As Requesting The Commander Of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-hickam To Allow The Department Of Parks And Recreation Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Use The Restricted Vacant Land On The Pearl City Peninsula For Youth Ball Programs.

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