REQUESTING THE KO OLINA GOLF CLUB OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT, IN COORDINATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, TO IMPLEMENT MEASURES TO PREVENT GOLF BALLS FROM REACHING FARRINGTON HIGHWAY.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Darius Kila

HCR 71 requests Ko Olina Golf Club and the Department of Transportation to implement safety measures, reducing stray golf balls' risk to motorists on Farrington Highway.

Report and Resolution Adopted. Transmitted to House.

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Purpose and Intent

HCR 71 is a concurrent resolution aimed at enhancing public safety by addressing the issue of stray golf balls from the Ko Olina Golf Club reaching Farrington Highway. The resolution requests that the owners and management of the golf club, in collaboration with the Department of Transportation, implement effective measures to prevent golf balls from crossing onto the highway, thereby reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.

Key Provisions

Collaboration Required: The resolution mandates that the Ko Olina Golf Club's owners and management work closely with the Department of Transportation.

Implementation of Safety Measures: Specific measures to be implemented have not been detailed in the resolution, but they are expected to focus on preventing golf balls from entering the highway area.

Public Safety Focus: The overarching goal is to enhance safety for motorists and pedestrians using Farrington Highway, which runs adjacent to the golf course.

Affected Parties

Ko Olina Golf Club: The owners and management will be directly responsible for implementing the requested safety measures.

Department of Transportation: This agency will play a crucial role in coordinating with the golf club to ensure effective solutions are developed and executed.

Local Community and Highway Users: Residents and visitors who use Farrington Highway will benefit from increased safety and reduced risk of stray golf balls.

Legislative Timeline

Introduced: March 06, 2025

Adopted: The resolution was adopted in its final form on April 21, 2025, after passing through various legislative committees.

Committee Reports: The resolution was reported favorably by the Transportation Committee (TRN) and the Committee on Transportation and Culture Arts (TCA) with recommendations for adoption.

Public Hearings: A public hearing was held on April 10, 2025, to discuss the resolution before it moved forward in the legislative process.

Conclusion

HCR 71 represents a proactive approach to public safety concerning the Ko Olina Golf Club and Farrington Highway. By requesting collaboration between the golf club and the Department of Transportation, the resolution aims to mitigate risks associated with stray golf balls, thereby protecting the well-being of the community and highway users. The resolution has successfully passed through the necessary legislative steps and is now awaiting implementation of the proposed safety measures.

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