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Council adopts resolution urging rename of Sand Island to Maui Ola
Summary
The council adopted Resolution 25-63 FD1 urging the Hawaii Board on Geographic Names to restore the historic Hawaiian name Maui Ola for the area commonly called Sand Island; paddling groups and community members testified in support.
The Honolulu City Council adopted Resolution 25-63 FD1 urging the Hawaiʻi Board on Geographic Names to restore the Hawaiian place name Maui Ola for the area currently known as Sand Island.
The measure was amended to an FD1 version that, according to members, adds reference to the business park area. Supporters told the council the rename is part of a broader movement to restore traditional place names that…
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