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Committee approves SCR 119 to convene Kailua Bay advisory working group; local stakeholders voice support
Summary
SCR 119, which asks DLNR to convene a Kailua Bay advisory working group to coordinate recreational, cultural and safety concerns at the pier and bay, passed out of committee after brief testimony from local supporters and DLNR comments.
The House Committee on Water & Land voted to pass SCR 119, which requests that DLNR convene a Kailua Bay advisory working group to address interjurisdictional coordination for recreational, cultural, and safety needs around the Kailua Pier and bay.
Who testified
- Mike Atwood testified in support and said growth in Kona's community activities calls for better coordination and a standing channel for DLNR to hear local needs.
- Melody Young (CARES) also voiced strong support, saying such coordination could improve safety for users and help protect cultural and environmental resources.
DLNR comment and committee action
DLNR offered written comments and staff asked for the measure to be considered; no procedural obstacles were raised during the hearing. The committee chair recommended passing the resolution as written, and the committee voted to approve SCR 119.
What SCR 119 does not do
The resolution urges coordination and convening of a working group; it does not allocate funding or change permitting authority.
Next steps
DLNR and local stakeholders should convene the advisory working group and begin coordination as the resolution requests.
