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This resolution urges the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu to enhance the safety, accessibility, and variety of playground features across all city and county parks. The resolution highlights the critical role of active play in childhood development, including cognitive, motor, and social skill development, and emphasizes that playgrounds offer a vital, equitable space for these activities. It notes that while modern playgrounds elsewhere often include inclusive and adaptive equipment, many in Honolulu are outdated, lack shade and seating, and do not accommodate children of all abilities, potentially leading to reduced physical activity, limited learning opportunities, and increased injury risks. Therefore, the resolution calls for improvements to create high-quality, safe, and inclusive playgrounds that benefit community well-being and promote healthy lifestyles.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HR&billnumber=18&year=2026