Hawaii House Bill HR39

Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/8/23
• Refer: 3/10/23

Caption

Urging The United States Postal Service To Expand Or Relocate The Post Office In Pahoa, Hawaii, To Better Serve The Needs Of The Community.

Impact

The resolution identifies several key issues impacting the Pahoa post office, including insufficient space for staff and customers, as well as inadequate parking facilities. As a result, postal service customers often face challenges in accessing the services they need. The resolution highlights the importance of relocating or expanding the facility to ensure a more efficient and accessible postal service that can cater to the needs of the growing community.

Summary

House Resolution 39 (HR39) urges the United States Postal Service to expand or relocate the post office in Pahoa, Hawaii, to better serve the needs of the community. Pahoa, while a small community with a population of approximately 920 residents, serves a much larger area with a total of 22,069 residents from surrounding communities. The existing post office has reached its full capacity, resulting in inadequate service and long wait times for customers.

Contention

Though the document does not specifically outline points of contention, the urgency for relocation or expansion suggests that there may be differing opinions on resource allocation and community priorities. The resolution emphasizes the necessity for the local post office to adapt and improve to meet the demands of the population it serves, implying that future discussions may involve local stakeholders and government entities coordinating with the United States Postal Service for potential solutions.