HI HCR57

Recognizes September 28th as Hawaii Good Neighbor Day, encouraging residents to host and participate in community connection-building events.

National Good Neighbor Day was originally established by President Jimmy Carter in 1978 through Proclamation 4601, later changed to September 28th in 2003.

The initiative is based on Asset-Based Community Development principles, which emphasize building on existing community gifts and fostering intentional relationship-building.

Cites examples of other cities celebrating the day, including San Francisco's Good Neighbor Week with proclamations and block parties, and Boston's community clean-ups and neighbor recognition programs.

Directs that a certified copy of the resolution be transmitted to the Governor.