Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Performance Audit Of All The Programs Within The State Historic Preservation Division Of The Department Of Land And Natural Resources.
Impact
The performance audit called for by HCR84 aims to assess various aspects of the division's operations. This includes an examination of whether the division possesses sufficient staffing and resources to carry out its responsibilities efficiently. Further, the audit seeks to evaluate the current project review practices, including the identification of categorical exemptions and historic properties that may require special protections. The findings from this audit will have the potential to influence legislative action regarding the division's resources and practices.
Summary
HCR84 is a House Concurrent Resolution requesting the state auditor to conduct a comprehensive performance audit of all the programs within the State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The resolution emphasizes the importance of preserving Hawaii's historic properties and addresses the operational challenges faced by the division, particularly the inadequacy of staffing and funding that hampers timely project reviews and responses to submissions related to preservation efforts.
Contention
There may be points of contention surrounding the outcomes of the audit, especially concerning the division's foundational effectiveness in balancing cultural preservation with the needs of evolving land development within the state. The resolution hints at necessary improvements that may be required to redefine or realign the division's mission, which could spark debates among stakeholders interested in preservation versus development interests. The report generated from the audit could be significant for future legislative discussions, as it may suggest new policies or alterations to existing laws meant to enhance the division's operational framework.
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