REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES AND DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO WORK WITH THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO ESTABLISH COMMUNITY GARDENS ON UNDERUTILIZED PUBLIC LAND.

This Senate resolution asks state agencies to collaborate with Honolulu to turn an unused grassy area near the State Capitol into a community garden. The proposed garden would replace a lawn that requires heavy maintenance but sees little public use, aiming to support local food production and connect residents with the legislature. By converting this underutilized space, the bill seeks to strengthen community ties while reducing maintenance costs for the state grounds. The request specifically directs the Department of Accounting and General Services and the Department of Land and Natural Resources to work with city officials to establish the project.