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Committee pushes Parks to expedite Isaac Hale Beach Park restoration, adds outstanding documents to resolution
Summary
After testimony from residents and a planner’s update on documents and funding, the committee amended and unanimously forwarded Resolution 4‑28‑25 Jan. 6 to urge prioritization and faster restoration of Isaac Hale Beach Park; members pressed Parks & Recreation for a timeline and monthly updates.
The Hawaii County committee on Jan. 6 voted to amend and forward Resolution 4‑28‑25 to the full council with a favorable recommendation, directing the Department of Parks and Recreation to prioritize and expedite restoration of Isaac Hale Beach Park at Pohoiki in Lower Puna.
Residents and community leaders described ongoing hardship since the Kīlauea eruption, which they said occurred more than seven years ago, and urged quicker action. Kevin Cashel, acting president of the Main Street Pahoa Association, described losses to recreation and fishing infrastructure and said the community remains “on crutches.” Several residents called for recreation…
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