HI SR28

Requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources to acquire by eminent domain the seawall and underlying real property located between 2943 and 3019 Kalakaua Avenue on Oahu's seaward boundaries.

References a 65-year history of public access to a cement footpath atop the seawall for beach and ocean activities.

Notes that the State previously funded seawall repairs through 2006 but later disclaimed maintenance responsibility, leading to litigation.

Cites the Hawaii Supreme Court's 2017 decision in Gold Coast Neighborhood Association v. State affirming the State's easement over the seawall but denying ownership of the seawall structure and underlying property.

States that the Gold Coast Neighborhood Association supports eminent domain acquisition to ensure full repair, maintenance, and continued public beach access.