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HCR 104

URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO WORK WITH COMMUNITY GROUPS TO ADVANCE THE SYSTEM OF COASTAL TRAILS ON THE NORTH SHORE OF OAHU.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 15 co-sponsors

Hawaii urges state and Honolulu transportation departments to partner with communities developing North Shore Oahu coastal trail system for recreation and community access.

Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 558).
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Bill Summary · HCR 104

Legislative bill overview

HCR 104 is a non-binding resolution urging Hawaii's Department of Transportation and Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services to collaborate with community groups on developing a coastal trail system along Oahu's North Shore. The resolution calls for increased coordination between government agencies and local stakeholders to advance this recreational and community infrastructure project.

Why is this important

Coastal trail systems can enhance public recreation access, promote tourism, support local economic activity, and improve quality of life in communities. The North Shore of Oahu is a high-traffic area where such infrastructure could address both resident and visitor needs, though implementation requires balancing environmental protection, land access rights, and funding allocation.

Potential points of contention

  • Land access and property rights: Developing coastal trails may require negotiating easements or access across private property, creating friction between developers and landowners
  • Environmental protection vs. development: Coastal trail construction could impact sensitive ecosystems, marine habitats, or cultural sites that some groups prioritize over recreational access
  • Funding and implementation: The resolution provides no funding mechanism, meaning actual construction would compete with other transportation priorities for limited state and city resources

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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