Question 3: Native Hawaiian & Cultural Stewardship

Official ballot wording

Should an Office of ʻŌiwi Resources and Cultural Stewardship be established within the Office of the Mayor to oversee the management of ʻŌiwi resources within the City, develop related programs, and create a Cultural Advisory Council of kūpuna, cultural practitioners, and community representatives?

Official explanation

Present situation: The Charter currently provides the Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission with the authority to advise and assist the federal, state, and City governments in carrying out historic preservation responsibilities, provide public education and training in historic preservation, and develop a comprehensive citywide historic preservation program. If proposal passes: The Charter would establish an Office of ʻŌiwi Resources and Cultural Stewardship within the Office of the Mayor. The Office would coordinate Native Hawaiian cultural and natural resource stewardship across City departments, promote the appropriate use of the Hawaiian language, develop related programs, collaborate with government and community partners, and submit annual reports to the Mayor and City Council. The amendment would also establish a Cultural Advisory Council composed of kūpuna, cultural practitioners, and community representatives.

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Originating legislation or resolution

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Public election results

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