HI HCR45

Urges the Department of Transportation and City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services to develop a procedure for resolving disputes over roadway ownership and maintenance responsibility.

Addresses long-standing jurisdictional conflicts between state and county governments regarding which entity is responsible for maintaining public roads.

Identifies the root cause as a 1963 amendment that created two highway categories: state highways (under state DOT control) and county highways (all remaining roads).

Notes the State contends all non-state roadways were transferred to counties, while counties argue they only accept responsibility for highways they formally adopt or accept.

Cites significant costs of maintenance and improvements as a major barrier to resolving the dispute, with both entities reluctant to assume financial burden without assistance.