H.R. 184 Summary

• Requests the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu to construct a dog park in the leeward area of Oahu.

• Identifies three potential locations for the dog park: Kupohi Neighborhood Park, Royal Kunia Park and Ride, or other existing recreational parks in the leeward area.

• Notes that over 35 on-leash dog parks exist in Honolulu, but only 5 off-leash dog parks are available, with few options serving the leeward area.

• Cites benefits of dog parks including promoting physical and mental exercise for dogs, enhancing quality of life, promoting community engagement, and encouraging responsible dog ownership.

• Requires certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu.