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Committee advances resolution urging state to acquire Hawaii Theatre amid insurer cost concerns
Summary
HR 123 and HCR 127, which urge the state to acquire the Hawaii Theatre to preserve its cultural and historic significance, were advanced after testimony from Gregory Dunn, president and CEO of the Hawaii Theatre Center, who raised insurance cost concerns.
The House Committee on Culture, Arts & International Affairs voted to advance HR 123 and HCR 127, urging the state to acquire the Hawaii Theatre to promote local culture, preserve its historic and cultural significance, and ensure continued public use.
Gregory Dunn, president and CEO of the Hawaii Theatre Center, testified in support and said the measure is “a great opportunity for the state to step in and assist with the problems that we're having with property insurance costs that are affecting everyone, and that could adversely affect the long term viability of the theater and the access to the public, for use of the space.” He said he stood on written testimony filed electronically and was present to answer questions.
Committee staff recorded other written supporters (Janice Kekoa and Jack Law) as not present for oral testimony; Christopher Lee of the University of Hawaii system was listed in support. Committee members asked no substantive follow-up questions during the hearing. The committee voted to move the measures forward without amendment; the chair's recommendation was adopted.
