Bill > SR80

This Resolution urges Marine Corps Base Hawaii to improve its sewage treatment plant by increasing its capacity and ensuring its components are redundant, meaning they have backups, to guarantee that the treated wastewater, known as final effluent, meets the quality standards set by the state. This is crucial because the base discharges a significant amount of treated wastewater into Kailua Bay, a popular area for recreational activities, and has previously exceeded state limits for bacteria in its effluent, posing a risk to water quality and public health. The resolution also encourages the base to revive its water reuse system to irrigate a golf course and supply other areas, thereby conserving drinking water and reducing the amount of wastewater discharged into the bay, especially as troop numbers are expected to increase.