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Hawaii House Bill HR77

Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR77

Introduced
3/7/24  
Refer
3/13/24  
Introduced
3/7/24  
Report Pass
4/15/24  
Refer
3/13/24  
Report Pass
4/15/24  

Caption

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

Impact

If enacted, HR77 would not change existing state laws but aims to influence local government decisions by urging reconsideration of the landfill site. The resolution points out that not only recreational facilities but also local health could be compromised by landfill operations, including risks of contamination and pollution. The mention of alternative landfill sites suggests a push for a more sustainable approach that does not sacrifice community spaces.

Summary

House Resolution 77 (HR77) urges the City and County of Honolulu to reconsider its proposal to convert the Waipīo Soccer Complex into a landfill site. The resolution emphasizes the complex's role as a community hub for sports and recreation, which contributes to physical fitness and social engagement. The site is also highlighted as ecologically significant due to its diverse ecosystems, adding another layer of importance to the preservation of the area against development for landfill purposes.

Sentiment

The sentiment regarding HR77 is largely supportive from community members, with strong objections voiced against the proposed landfill site. Residents from Waipahū and surrounding areas have expressed concerns over the potential loss of a vital recreational space and the health risks associated with locating a landfill near homes. This has sparked a broader conversation about environmental conservation and public health, resonating with constituents who prioritize both recreational spaces and sustainable waste management.

Contention

A central point of contention highlighted in HR77 is the environmental and health implications of situating a landfill within a recreational and ecologically sensitive area. The resolution draws attention to issues like pollution, soil contamination, and increased traffic congestion that could adversely affect nearby residents. Advocates for preserving the Waipīo Soccer Complex argue that there are more suitable, less ecologically impactful locations for landfill development, emphasizing the need for the City and County of Honolulu to weigh community well-being and environmental health against waste-management needs.

Latest HR77 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR93

Same As 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.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR32

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.

HI HCR93

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.

HI SR21

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.

HI SCR104

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.

HI SR86

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.

HI HR76

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.

HI HCR92

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.

HI HCR95

Requesting The Department Of Facility Maintenance Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Clean Certain Streams And Canals In Waipahu.

HI HR79

Requesting The Department Of Facility Maintenance Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Clean Certain Streams And Canals In Waipahu.

HI HCR135

Requesting The Department Of Facility Maintenance Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Clean Certain Streams And Canals In Waipahu.

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