Senate Resolution 60 Summary

• Urges the Hawaii Judiciary to investigate alternative locations for replacing or relocating the Ewa/Pearl City District Courthouse, currently located at 870 4th Street in Pearl City.

• The existing courthouse is over 30 years old with structural problems including a sinking foundation causing wall cracks, water intrusion, and building settlement that affect operations.

• Directs the Judiciary to consider mixed-use development elements and potential land swaps for relocation within transit-oriented development zones near three rail stations: Leeward Community College, Pearl Highlands, and Pearlridge Center.

• Encourages the Judiciary to pursue public-private partnerships to reduce relocation or replacement costs and minimize state funding needs.

• Requires certified copies be sent to the Hawaii Supreme Court Chief Justice and the Administrative Director of the Courts.