REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO COLLABORATE WITH THE STATE TO EXPAND COMMUNITY GARDENING OPPORTUNITIES FOR RESIDENTS.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution asks the City and County of Honolulu to work with the state to create more community gardening spaces for residents. The bill highlights the health and environmental benefits of gardening, such as reduced stress, access to fresh food, and cleaner air, while noting that current demand for these spaces exceeds supply. It specifically points to the long waitlists at existing gardens like the Ala Wai Community Garden as evidence of the need for expansion. The resolution directs copies to local and state officials to encourage cooperation on increasing the availability of these programs.