HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
H.R. NO.
124
THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2026
STATE OF HAWAII
HOUSE RESOLUTION
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO PLAN, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCT A COMMUNITY RECREATION COMPLEX IN ʻEWA BEACH AT OR NEAR PUʻULOA DISTRICT PARK.
WHEREAS, the ʻEwa region, including ʻEwa Beach, Ocean Pointe, Ho‘opili, and surrounding communities, has experienced significant population growth over the past four decades; and
WHEREAS, the population of the ʻEwa area is estimated to exceed eighty five thousand residents and continues to grow rapidly as new housing developments are completed; and
WHEREAS, despite this rapid growth, the number of recreational facilities available to serve residents has not kept pace with community needs; and
WHEREAS, existing park facilities are frequently overcrowded, limiting opportunities for youth sports, community gatherings, and healthy outdoor activities; and
WHEREAS, residents of the ʻEwa community have expressed strong interest in expanded recreational opportunities, including basketball courts, volleyball courts, soccer fields, and community recreation space; and
WHEREAS, the development of a modern recreation complex would support youth sports leagues, promote physical health and wellness, and provide a safe and welcoming gathering place for families and residents of all ages; and
WHEREAS, a twenty acre recreation complex could include multiple basketball courts, volleyball courts, pickleball courts, soccer fields, baseball or softball fields, a gymnasium, playgrounds, walking paths, community meeting space, and other amenities that serve the needs of the growing ʻEwa community; and
WHEREAS, collaboration between the State and the City and County of Honolulu can help identify resources, land use opportunities, and planning strategies to support the development of new recreational facilities in the ʻEwa region; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2026, the City and County of Honolulu is requested to plan, design, and construct a community recreation complex in ʻEwa Beach at or near Puʻuloa District Park; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City and County of Honolulu is encouraged to include facilities such as basketball courts, volleyball courts, pickleball courts, soccer fields, baseball or softball fields, playground areas, walking paths, community meeting rooms, and a gymnasium or recreation center in the recreation complex; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation is requested to work with the State of Hawaiʻi, community organizations, and residents to evaluate potential locations, facility needs, and funding opportunities for the development of this recreation complex; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu and Director of the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation.
OFFERED BY:
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Report Title:
Puuloa District Park; Community Recreation Center; City & County of Honolulu