Children in Hawaii may lose access to free meals
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Public school students are eligible for free breakfast and lunch during the pandemic under a program that expires in June.
The ability for all Hawaii public school students to receive free school meals during the pandemic could end at the end of the school year, potentially leaving thousands of children without access to nutritious food.
When the pandemic hit two years ago, the USDA, which runs the nation’s school meal program, lifted certain restrictions , allowing all children nationwide to receive free school meals. The easing of the rules was intended to help mitigate the impact of the pandemic on education, health and the economy.
The meal waivers also gave schools more flexibility, allowing them to provide things like grab-and-go meals and multiple meals on school campuses. The USDA also provided schools with a higher meal reimbursement rate to reduce financial costs.
But local child nutrition advocates are now on edge after the latest federal spending bill failed to extend those waivers into the next school year, removing funding for the program from the $1.5 trillion omnibus spending bill .
Unless Congress amends the bill, the waivers will expire at the end of the current school year for Hawaii’s 257 public schools.
Once the benefits end, families will have to go back to paying for meals, according to data from Hawaii Children Nutrition Programs. Many parents are struggling financially and will not be able to pay for their children’s meals.
Child nutrition advocates say this is especially concerning in a state that has one of the highest rates of food insecurity in the country.
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Smith & Wesson Sues State of Hawaii
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Gun maker Smith & Wesson is suing the state Attorney General’s Office over what it says are exorbitant fees for firearms-related public records.
The AG’s office sought as much as $27,000 for records requested by the gun maker and said it would take hundreds of hours for lawyers to comply with the request, according to a civil lawsuit filed Monday. The lawsuit says Smith & Wesson filed similar registration requests in other states but did not face the same barriers to access.
“It appears to the client and to us that the amount of time that the State of Hawaii is seeking, and therefore the amount of fees, is an attempt to thwart the public records request ,” attorney Jeff Portnoy, representing Smith & Wesson, said.
In 2020, third-party agency Cogency Global filed three records requests on behalf of Smith & Wesson. The first request asked for communications between the department and the Gun Liability Counsel Task Force , a coalition of law firms that seek to prevent gun violence.
The company also requested several requests for proposals that the AG’s office issued related to firearms issues. The third request was for a log of all records requests made to the AG’s office.
The AG’s office denied some of those records, saying their release would interfere with lawful government operations, according to the lawsuit. The AG’s office demanded almost $23,000 for the records that could be released.
The office said it took hundreds of hours to review and separate those records. For the RFP request alone, Smith & Wesson charged $2.50 for every 15 minutes spent searching for records and $5 for every 15 minutes spent reviewing those documents.
The AG’s office requested half the total, about $12,000, before the records were released.
In July 2021, the weapons company issued a second, narrower request to cut costs. Instead, the AG’s office set a higher estimate of $27,000 for searching the records and reviewing them.
Portnoy said the company wants the state to provide realistic estimates of the actual amount of time it will take the AG’s office to complete the filing request.
“In Smith & Wesson’s view, the state is trying to prevent the production of (documents),” said attorney Jeff Portnoy, who represents Smith & Wesson, said.
The gun maker says in the lawsuit that it believes the AG’s refusal to release the records was politically motivated. Hawaii has some of the strictest gun laws in the country, and companies like Smith & Wesson have challenged those laws in other states in the past.
In December, Smith & Wesson joined a lawsuit seeking to overturn a New York law allowing victims of gun violence to sue the gun industry. The company is also facing an investigation by the state of New Jersey seeking internal documents .
Portnoy said he was not authorized to say what led the company to believe the denials of the document request were politically motivated. He said he was not told exactly why the company needed the documents.
The AG’s office had not yet received the lawsuit as of Tuesday. A department spokesman said the department will respond to the complaint as soon as it happens.
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Where will Maui’s mayor spend $1 Billion in 2022?
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Maui Mayor Michael Victorino unveiled his proposed $1 billion budget for the next year in late March 2022, outlining how he plans to govern Maui County and invest in new projects such as road repairs, expanding beach parking options for local residents and strengthening water systems to protect against natural disasters.
During a presentation in the Council Chamber, Michael Victorino laid out his priorities and plan for spending taxpayer dollars and other money over the next year. The 968-page spending plan outlines how much money goes to core government services — police and fire, state employee salaries, roads and sewer lines — in addition to other county programs and services such as grants for local farmers. food security, affordable housing funding and support for arts and culture programs.
In his State of the County address last week, Michael Victorino outlined his top priorities for the coming year, including promoting economic diversification, improving tourism management, protecting the county from the climate crisis and ramping up housing construction for working families.
The mayor also touched on several different ways the county can address these issues, including putting more money into the county’s emergency fund, increasing dollars for housing programs and increasing workforce training programs.
“For decades, Hawaii has talked about having a diversified economy,” said Michael Victorino. “However, meaningful action has always been put off until tomorrow because our hospitality industry has been so robust… but times are changing, and changing fast.”
This year, Maui’s elected leaders will be tasked with weighing what to do with the influx of cash. The state recently allowed counties to begin collecting an additional 3% tax on resorts and hotel rooms on top of the state’s existing 10.25% hotel room tax, which is estimated to bring in an additional $60 million to Maui County, the mayor said.
“We’ll use it wisely and we’ll use it effectively,” Michael Victorino said, adding that he wants to funnel the new revenue into affordable housing programs.
Since the pandemic began and Maui’s housing market has been flooded with out-of-state buyers, home prices have risen beyond the financial means of many families. The mayor said Thursday his budget plan includes investing $29 million in the county’s affordable housing fund and dedicating $1 million to a program to help first-time homebuyers with down payments of up to $30,000.
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Tropical paradise in Hawaii: Jacquemus spring 2022 show
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French brand Jacquemus presented its Spring/Summer 2022 collection in Hawaii on Wednesday. The event, which took place immediately after the final day of Paris Fashion Week, was the brand’s first show outside France in its 12-year history.
“I am very excited to announce that our next show, Le Splash, a very unique project for us, will be taking place in Hawaii. The Hawaiian Islands, with their spectacular landscapes, varied climates and untold biodiversity, were the perfect complement to the rich Le Splash collection,” wrote Simon Porte Jacquemus in an Instagram post on Monday.
The show was inspired by the 2021 Jacquemus campaign shot by Tom Kneller on Oahu, and for Simon, who had long wanted to visit the islands, it was the culmination of both a personal and professional dream. The highly anticipated spring/summer collection featured local models walking the blue stripe runway on the beach of Oahu with the Ko’olau mountain range as a backdrop. Several high-profile celebrities attended the event, including Blackpink’s Jennie, SZA, Bretman Rock, Victor Cruz, Nicole Scherzinger and Jhene Aiko.
The new collection includes a range of lightweight shirts, shorts, skirts and summer suits featuring water-drop glass embellishments by Canadian artist Tanya Lyons. All items come in a neon green, safari beige and ocean blue color palette. There are also accessories such as jewelry and bags, such as the updated Sac Rond, Le Bambinou, La Vague and the new Le Bomba.
HAWAII GUN LAWS
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The Hawaii State Constitution directly copies the 2nd Amendment to the US Constitution. “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” Article I, Section 17.
Militia
The Hawaiian state defines the militia as “every able-bodied citizen residing in the United States who is seventeen years of age or older but under forty-six years of age, and all other able-bodied residents of that age who have declared their intention to become citizens.” of the United States,” and further defines “unorganized militia” as consisting of “those members of the militia who are not members of the National Guard, Naval Militia, or State Defense Forces.” Women are not excluded. Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) Section 121-1
REGISTRATION OF ALL FIREARMS IMPORTED INTO HAWAII
All firearms brought into the state must be registered with the county police within 5 days. Foreigners may import firearms for 90 days only for bona fide hunting or target shooting purposes.
You do not need a purchase permit to bring your own firearm into the state.
PURCHASE PERMISSION
Purchasing any firearms in the state requires permission from your county police chief. You must be 21 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien. You will be fingerprinted and photographed for a criminal background check, and you must certify under oath that you are mentally healthy and have no drug or alcohol addiction or criminal history. You consent to the disclosure of your medical history and provide the name, telephone number and address of your physician (if available). You are not required to have a doctor or provide a medical examination. Your doctor is required to disclose any mental health information related to your purchase of a firearm. Driving under the influence, a history of a serious psychiatric diagnosis, a medical prescription for cannabis, or any treatment for alcohol or drug addiction will result in a permit being denied.
If your permit is denied because you are not authorized to own property, your county police must notify you in writing of the reason for the denial. The police in your county may require you to surrender all your firearms and ammunition to a dealer or other authorized person or surrender them within 30 days.
You must wait 14 days for your approval. Permits not received by the 6th day after the 14 day waiting period will be forfeited. Applicants will be required to reapply and undergo another 14-day waiting period.
Individual firearm purchase permits are required for each transaction and must be used within 10 days of issue. The permit to purchase shotguns and rifles is valid for one year from the date of issue for any number of transactions.
RAP-BACK
The Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center currently charges a one-time fee for permits or registration to operate the Rap-Back program. It covers an FBI background check, fingerprinting, and submitting your name, Social Security number, height, weight, hair and eye color, and firearm ownership to a permanent federal database that will tell police your districts. if you are arrested on a felony charge or even a misdemeanor charge anywhere in the US. Even if you paid the previous FBI fingerprint background check fee, you must pay the new fee, $42, exact change, cash or credit cards accepted. Several required forms and additional information are available at: http://honolulupd.org/information/index.php?page=gunmain.
Neighbor Island residents, check with your county police department for options.
To obtain permission to purchase a pistol, you must present proof of completion of safety training. Military Pistol Course, Law Enforcement Course, Hawaii Hunter Training Course, or 6-hour course including 2 hours of shooting, training in Hawaii gun laws and safe handling and storage taught by an NRA certified instructor with proper affidavits, everything meets the criteria.
The Honolulu Police Department interprets this section of the law to require a new permit for the return of your own firearms in the possession of HPD (see “TRO”).
You can transfer an inherited firearm to a licensed firearms dealer without going through the purchase permit process. Show the dealer a copy of the previous owner’s death certificate. Proper transfer of firearms should be part of your and your relatives’ estate planning.
REGISTRATION OF PURCHASED WEAPONS IN HAWAII
Firearms must be registered with the county police within five days of being purchased or imported from out of state. Firearms that fire loose black powder or black powder substitutes, and antique or disabled firearms do not need to be registered (but are otherwise defined as firearms and different laws apply). Owners who purchased rifles and shotguns (long guns) in the state before July 1, 1994 do not need to register them. Spouses who otherwise meet the requirements for a purchase permit may register a firearm jointly.
Any person transferring a long gun must notify the county police chief issuing the purchase permit of the name of the person purchasing the firearm and the make, model, barrel length and serial number within 48 hours of the transfer or the long gun may be seized.
SPACE FOR STORING AND CARRYING WEAPONS
Concealed and open carry are felonies without permission from your county police chief. While this is permitted by law in special circumstances of threat to self or property, it is the current policy of chiefs to provide it only to law enforcement and those military and security personnel whose duties specifically require it. Private citizens are denied. Hawaii is a “may issue” and “for good cause only” state.
You can store firearms and ammunition in your home, office (with your employer’s permission) or place of residence (where you live or sleep). You can move right between them and the shooting range, gun class, meeting or show, police station, hunt, gunsmith and firearms dealer. Guns must be transported unloaded, in rigid lockable containers or commercial gun containers that completely enclose the firearm (commercially produced gun carriers qualify). Unloaded means there is no ammunition in the chamber, cylinder, or magazine when inserted into the firearm. Vehicles carrying loaded weapons are subject to seizure and forfeiture.
Note that in firearms laws, the word “firearm” is often followed by the words “and ammunition.” Thus, even in the absence of a firearm, ammunition is subject to the same restrictions as firearms regarding transportation and where it is stored and carried.
FIREARM SAFETY
If a minor under the age of 16 can access your firearm without parental permission, except as required by law, at a shooting range or hunting, you may be guilty of an offense punishable by a fine and imprisonment (unless by hacking). -v, etc.).
The owner of a firearm is “absolutely” liable for bodily injury or property damage caused by the discharge of his or her firearm, unless the firearm was stolen and reasonably reported stolen, or unless the discharge of the firearm was legally justified or was property NRO. A firearms instructor conducts a class. A firearm must be locked or otherwise securely secured unless it is on a person or in such close proximity that the person can easily draw it as if it were on the person.
Rifles and shotguns may be loaned for a maximum of 15 days to persons legally entitled to own them. Another authorized person on the range may use any firearm in the presence of the owner. Otherwise, pistols cannot be borrowed.
Minors 16 years of age and older may carry a long gun while hunting, and minors 12–16 years of age may do so if accompanied by an adult. Hunting with a shotgun is permitted under hunting regulations issued by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The Chief of Police may issue a permit to an alien eighteen years of age or older for up to 60 days after the alien has received a hunting license. To obtain a hunting license, you must complete a hunter education course.
DISABILITY
If you are subject to a temporary restraining order (TRO) issued by someone who told the judge that you have a firearm and they are concerned that you may threaten or use it, you must surrender all your firearms and ammunition to the county police for the duration of this order. You can only find out when the policeman hands you the order. He or she may take any firearm or ammunition in sight, may search it if invited, and must otherwise obtain a search warrant. Individuals subject to a restraining order may transfer their firearms to licensed firearms dealers.
Any police officer who has reasonable grounds to believe that a person has recently assaulted or threatened to assault a family or family member may seize, without a warrant, any firearm or ammunition that has been used or threatened to be used. In some cases (lack of issuance of TRO, legal possession, lack of criminal cases, lack of evidence); Owners of seized firearms may return them within 7 business days.
Convicts, persons dishonorably discharged from military service, convicts, foreigners, and persons convicted of violent offenses, including domestic violence, may not possess firearms or ammunition. Level 4 domestic violence can be as simple as sending unwanted messages to your ex. Only a special pardon from the governor can restore gun rights.
Police in your county transporting people to an emergency room or mental health facility for emergency mental health issues or involuntary hospitalization may advise them to immediately surrender their firearms and ammunition or require them to be confiscated. No court order or lawsuit is required. To get a firearm back, a person must find a doctor willing to certify that he or she is “no longer adversely affected” or file a lawsuit against the state.
FIREARMS PROHIBITED IN THE STATE OF HAWAII
Fully automatic firearms (machine guns) are illegal in Hawaii (since statehood), except for military and law enforcement purposes.
“Assault pistols”, defined by several characteristics, basically large semi-automatic pistols of a cosmetic, militarized appearance, typically accepting detachable magazines with a capacity of more than 10 rounds, are prohibited except those registered before July 1992 (grandfathered, cannot be transferred). These include semi-automatic versions of the UZI, Tech-9, etc., as well as some large target pistols. A partial list can be obtained from the State Attorney General and County Police.
Hawaii state law prohibits detachable pistol magazines with a capacity of more than 10 rounds unless they are locked to 10 rounds or less and are “difficult to recover.” Possession of illegal magazines is a misdemeanor, one count per magazine, and possession of a pistol with one pistol inserted in it is a Class C felony. There is much debate among gun owners, law enforcement, and dealers regarding the interpretation of this part of the statute when rifle magazines are considered. suitable for pistols, and the ban is generally not respected.
The 1994 federal ban on “assault rifles” has now been repealed and is invalid.
Stun guns, guns, silencers, hand grenades, explosives, bombs, Teflon-coated ammunition, explosive or segmenting ammunition, zinc pistols capable of melting at less than 800 degrees Fahrenheit (the legal definition of a “Saturday Night Special”), shotguns with barrels less than 18 inches, and rifles with barrels less than 16 inches are prohibited in Hawaii.
CRAZY DANGER
Discharging a firearm into or toward a populated area, street, or road constitutes reckless endangerment. This may apply to ranges, careless discharges, and self-defense use.
PROHIBITION ON SEIZURE DURING AN EMERGENCY OR DISASTER
Lawfully possessed firearms cannot be confiscated. Permissions cannot be changed.
USE OF DEADLY FORCE IN HAWAII
The use of deadly force is justified only in self-defense or the defense of another innocent person if there is reason to believe that doing so would otherwise result in death, serious bodily injury, kidnapping, rape, or forcible sodomy. Using deadly force to protect private property may result in criminal prosecution. The use of deadly force is not otherwise justified if it can be safely avoided by retreating or adopting other defensive strategies, except that Hawaii does not require you to retreat from your home. You cannot justify the use of defensive lethal force if you initiated the use or escalated the confrontation. The police are ordered to arrest ANY murder. The prosecutor then decides whether to file charges.
TRANSPORTATION AND SHIPMENT OF FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION IN HAWAII
Individuals cannot ship firearms to each other across state lines (unless they are federally licensed firearms dealers) except to and from a factory or authorized gunsmith for repairs or to ship inherited firearms . Most licensed dealers will ship and receive items from another dealer for a fee. Express delivery companies often only deliver between dealers. This does not prevent you from having your own firearms, including firearms you have inherited , from being shipped directly to you. Shotguns, rifles, antiques and muzzle loading firearms can be shipped via US Mail. Individuals can ship shotguns and rifles directly to the dealer. Registered mail is recommended. You cannot send ammunition or handguns through the mail. The Post Office may require you to show or certify in writing that the firearm is unloaded and to certify that the recipient is authorized under federal law. The Post Office will not, however, provide you with advice on federal laws regarding the mailing of firearms. Black powder, black powder substitutes, primers, smokeless powder or primers cannot be transported by commercial airline or US mail. Carrying ammunition for yourself to and from Hawaii is legal if you are at least 21 years old, but the associated express shipping costs and red tape often make it prohibitive.
You may travel with your own firearms and ammunition. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has guidelines and rules.
They are changing . Before traveling with a firearm, check the TSA website. http://www.tsa.gov
Check your airline’s website for their baggage policies regarding “dangerous items.” They are changing .
When you travel with a firearm, it is often wise to take with you a copy of both the most recent TSA guidelines and your airline’s policies. Often, TSA agents and airline ticket/baggage agents do not fully understand their rules and regulations. Help them complete. Come to registration early. Bring your firearm in a hard case that locks securely. Ammunition must be stored in commercially available ammunition containers.
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO BOARD AN AIRLINE WITH FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION, COMPONENTS OR PARTS ON YOUR PERSON OR IN HAND BAGGAGE!
Check your destination’s firearms laws and local ground transportation regulations.
Federal law states that if you begin your trip in accordance with local laws and end your trip in the same way, then you are in compliance with the rules while traveling if your firearm and ammunition are properly secured (i.e., unloaded and inaccessible), even though that local laws state otherwise.
If you interrupt your journey (if you leave a protected area), you will be subject to local laws.
[*** ATTENTION! State and federal firearms laws are complex and subject to frequent changes. The above summary should not be construed as legal advice or restatement of the law. Some of them are wrong. To determine the applicability of these laws to specific situations you may encounter, you are urged to consult with a qualified local attorney familiar with firearms law.
The NRA has a list of firearms lawyers in Hawaii. ]
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References:
Firearms Statute: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/
Firearm Owner Responsibility : https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/
Use of force in self-defense: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/hrscurrent/Vol14_Ch0701-0853/HRS0703/HRS_0703-0304.htm
New Aloha Stadium on Oahu
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Longtime home of the National Football League’s Pro Bowl, host to famous entertainers such as Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson, and home of the popular Swap Meet, Aloha Stadium has been a central attraction on Oahu for over forty years. When it was first built, it was a state-of-the-art facility with four movable sections, allowing the 50,000-seat stadium to be converted into a football, soccer or baseball field.
But now Aloha Stadium is showing signs of aging, salt water weathering, lack of compliance and lack of amenities. The Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS) released reports showing the current stadium needs $300 million in health and safety renovations and another $121 million to make the stadium ADA compliant .
New Oahu Stadium
Instead of pouring millions of dollars into renovating Oahu’s old stadium, the state Legislature allocated $350 million in 2019 to build a new stadium. The state also plans to partner with a private developer to form a public-private partnership.
It will be more than a stadium, but the project is called the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District (NASED), and it has plans to create a live, work and play community for both Hawaii residents and visitors to the island. The current 98-acre Aloha Stadium in Halawa, near the village of Aieya, will be transformed to include the following and more:
- Aloha Stadium with 35,000 seats
- hotel
- mixed-use retail
- railroad station
- pedestrian embankment
- entertainment district
- exchange of meeting places
- residential area with houses
- parking
Aloha Stadium timeline
Although delays with the Aloha Stadium area project have people in Hawaii beginning to compare Aloha Stadium to the Honolulu Rail Transit project, officials say they are carefully planning pre-construction work to ensure they stay on budget.
Chris Kinimaka of the Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS) said, “One of the hallmarks of our project is that we take the time up front to ensure the planning, scoping and budgeting are complete and accurate. as much as possible”.
Here’s the Aloha Stadium schedule for summer 2021:
- May 2021 – market entry.
- July 2021 – Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP) accepted to identify priority teams for stadium construction.
- Summer 2021 – Scheduled to prepare a Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
- 1/2 quarter 2022 – The contract was concluded with the developer (developers).
- End of 2022 / beginning of 2023 – Start of construction.
- Unknown – Groundbreaking for New Aloha Stadium opens. More than 900,000 square feet are expected to be built in this first phase of development, which will include the stadium itself, as well as some mixed-use developments and infrastructure to connect to the Honolulu Railroad.
- 2033-2038 – The full development of the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District is expected to consist of several phases that will be completed over the next 10 to 15 years after the opening of the new Aloha Stadium.
What is the current status of Aloha Stadium construction?
Announced in December 2020, the state selected the top three developers from its summer 2020 request for proposals for the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District. By the end of May 2020, six development teams responded to the request for qualifications (RFQ), and the evaluation committee selected three finalists. These three finalists will be invited to submit a Request for Proposals (RFP) to qualify to become the final developer and manager of the Aloha Stadium project around July 2021.
Below are the three finalists:
- Aloha Stadium District Partners. The leading shareholders are John Laing Investments Limited, Civil & Building North American Inc. and Hawaiian Dredging Construction Co.
- Aloha Hui Hilina’i Stadium – Plenary Americas US Holdings Inc. is the leading shareholder. and PCL Investments Canada Inc.
- Waiola Development Partners. Leading shareholders include EllisDon Capital Inc., Kobayashi Group LLC and BSC Acquisitions II LLC.
During the RFP, each finalist will propose their own stadium design in addition to plans to build, finance and maintain a facility on 20 acres of land adjacent to the current stadium.
“Due to delays caused by COVID-19 and the failure of [the Aloha Stadium bill] to pass this year, the procurement schedule has been amended accordingly,” said Chris Kinimaka, public works administrator for the Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services. (DAGS). “We expect to review and confirm the stadium opening date as part of the RFP phase.”
Despite delays due to COVID-19, these three qualified development teams will soon be able to submit an RFP in July 2021. The winning team is expected to be paid to demolish the old Aloha Stadium and build a new 35,000-seat stadium. 20 acres next to the current stadium. This team will also have a contract to maintain the stadium for the next 30-40 years.
Another request for quotes/proposals for the development of the area around the stadium, known as the real estate project, is expected to be issued in July 2021, which is also expected to be selected in the first half of 2022.
Drafts of the selected master plan, as well as an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), were released in the summer of 2020 at a cost to the state of $5,000,000.
Below are three options to help you imagine what the future Aloha Stadium will look like! These documents were prepared by Crawford Architects, who also worked on the Minnesota Vikings stadium and a number of university stadiums such as South Dakota State University and Pennsylvania State University.
The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was published on December 23, 2020, and the public comment period closed on February 8, 2021. NASED held virtual community meetings and comments could also be submitted via email at any time. The Governor’s Office will provide final approval of the EIS, and the final EIS is expected to be released in summer 2021.
NASED also reports that a separate and specific archaeological inventory (AIS) is currently being conducted, although this is not a requirement of the EIS. This AIS must ensure that no historical or culturally significant resources are affected.
Who will pay for the new Aloha Stadium?
The New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District is being marketed as a public-private partnership (P3), meaning the selected developer will combine public funds with the resources of private development businesses to flexibly leverage the best of both the public and private sectors.
In July 2019, Hawaii Governor David Ige signed Act 268, which allocated $350 million for the Aloha Stadium renovation project. $20 million was general funds. $180 million was revenue bonds and $150 million was general obligation bonds to build the new stadium. Revenue bonds are backed by a specific source of income, and interest and principal are expected to be repaid, meaning that NASED is expected to generate income upon completion, and the millions allocated by the government must be returned with that income.
- $150 million in direct investment from the State of Hawaii for the stadium project.
- Expected economic impact of $1,000 million
However, funding for Aloha Stadium has stalled. In 2020, Hawaii Senate Bill 2940, which would have created a special stadium development fund, died in the House. To move forward with work on Aloha Stadium, DAGS got creative by asking the Hawaii Community Development Authority board to request $10 million from Governor Ige in January 2021 to complete the environmental study, request for proposal process, and successfully transition the project. private development. At the time of writing, there was hope that the governor would approve the $10 million request despite the state’s economic downturn due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In June 2021, the State of Hawaii said cost estimates for replacing the stadium had increased to $423 million. The idea now is that the state could lease 78 acres to a private developer to create a new residential and commercial development that would generate revenue for the state, offsetting the cost of building a new stadium and hopefully minimizing the increase in the tax rate for the development new stadium. Aloha Stadium on the island of Oahu.
“What we expect is a mix of residential, retail and entertainment, hotels, (and) some offices because we would also like it to be a place to live, play and thrive as well as a place to work.” said Stacy Jones, senior principal at Crawford Architects.
Is Aloha Stadium open for Swap Meet?
The exchange at Honolulu’s Aloha Stadium is an enticing event for visitors and Hawaii residents alike, and it is said to continue despite possible construction. Aloha Stadium is open for COVID-19 vaccinations on Sundays and is also open for Swap Meet with many booths selling local produce, trinkets, crafts and delicious food on those days:
- Wednesday from 8:00 to 15:00
- Saturday from 8:00 to 15:00
- Sunday from 6:30 to 15:00
Options for a new Aloha Stadium
NASED officials attended community and community meetings in 2019 and early 2020, sharing concept drawings of what Oahu’s new stadium could look like. These different options show how different locations for a new Aloha Stadium could spark different developments around it. Developers and design teams will explore these and other options before finalizing the ideal design for the new Aloha Stadium.
In all scenarios, stadium games, events and exchanges are expected to continue without interruption.
Tax hike this year? What’s next for Hawaii?
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Watching proposed tax increases make their way through the Legislature has become an annual tradition in Hawaii, like Fourth of July fireworks or Christmas carols at the grocery store in mid-November.
There’s really no need to raise taxes right now , especially given the state’s $3 billion budget surplus. But rising revenues are no longer the primary reason for proposed tax increases. Instead, lawmakers want to use taxes for social change.
Some tax bills aim to discourage certain behaviors, such as using fossil fuels or drinking alcohol. Others are purely redistributive, such as a bill that would create a new income tax bracket and raise Hawaii’s marginal income tax to 19%, the highest in the country. Or a proposed ” wealth tax ” that would levy a 1% tax on the global net worth of individuals with assets over $20 million.
For example, a proposed massive increase in the state’s so-called carbon tax, designed to wean Hawaii consumers away from fossil fuels, “would predictably result in a very large increase in the [gas] pump.”
While this in itself is not bad news, not enough attention has been paid to how significantly higher fuel prices will impact consumers and businesses in the islands as a whole.
“If you think you’re having a hard time getting from one side of the island to the other right now,” he said, “think about whether you’re a truck driver. It’s up to you, and while you may not pay the bill, it’s going to be a hell of a bill.”
Or consider a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the state to join counties in real estate taxation. Those who don’t own a home may think that higher property taxes aren’t their problem.
But, this will affect you whether you rent somewhere, own your own home, or live in an apartment. Essentially, the problem is that the cost of simply being somewhere will rise.
As for all the bills aimed at soaking up the “rich”, raising the state income tax, corporate income tax or capital gains tax, if passed, would still affect the little guy.
“If you, for example, punish someone who has a business with a hundred employees, won’t they just stand there and pay the increased tax? The owner is going to pull more money out of the business to cover the tax, which leaves less for employees or higher prices for consumers, or both. … Or a business owner in Hawaii says, “I don’t need this, I’m going out of business. I’m going to jump on a plane and I’m out of here.” So businesses move, jobs move, and what happens to us? Hawaii is losing revenue . “
Even “sin” taxes, such as the proposed surcharge on alcoholic beverages, can have consequences that our legislators may not realize.
“When you … find a cause that relies on this sin tax—for example, using a tobacco tax to fund a medical school or a cancer center—the tax gets some people to quit smoking, but it means revenues go down. Then [proponents of] the causes supported by the sin tax panic, wondering if [the revenues] will disappear. Their response is to raise the tobacco tax even more.”
While supporters of these various tax proposals may be swayed by ideological considerations or the allure of Robin Hood, we must continually remind legislators that raising taxes has real economic consequences, such as discouraging investment and raising the cost of living.
That’s why we continue to urge the Legislature to reject tax increases and focus on policies that will make Hawaii more affordable, such as loosening regulations, removing barriers to housing, and lowering taxes and fees.
Taxes should not be used as a political tool to shape public behavior. All they do is make Hawaii more expensive and increase the number of people leaving our state for better opportunities on the mainland.
I created the portal Biography of Hawaii [Hawai’i Biography www.Hawaii.Bio] about laws and business in Hawaii in Russian, since a large number of people who have their own businesses live in Hawaii, and they are united by business in Hawaii and a common language (Russian /English), although many are from different countries, such as Ukraine, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Uzbekistan, Russia.
According to officially published data, there are 291,484,482 people in the United States over the age of 5. Of these, 879,434 people speak Russian, 152,325 speak Ukrainian, 1,805 speak Belarusian. In the US, 237,840 people speak Armenian, 39,790 speak Lithuanian, 16,035 speak Latvian, 435 Americans speak Tajik at home, and 50 speak Ossetian at home. – a little more than two thousand.
In the United States, only 6,035 Estonians speak their native language.
This means that now more than 1,300,000 people in the United States speak and understand Russian, and they can read our portal and be interested in helping legislators defend the interests of residents and businesses of the United States and the state of Hawaii.
In Hawaii, 1,169 people said they spoke Russian at home, 85 Ukrainian, 45 Lithuanian, the same number Estonian and 50 Latvian. There are a total of 1,287,075 people living in Hawaii.
Nika Vidi
Hawaii Bio 2022
Hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis and floods in Hawaii
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What types of natural disasters occur in Hawaii? While island living has many perks, including some of the world’s best surfing spots and scenic hiking trails, Hawaii has a history of natural disasters. If you live or visit Hawaii, it is important to know how to prepare and what to do in the event of a hurricane, earthquake, tsunami or flood.
Hurricanes in Hawaii
Hawaiian hurricanes usually form in the Pacific Ocean. Hurricane season in Hawaii runs from approximately June 1 to November 30 each year. Hawaii typically experiences about four or five tropical cyclones per year; although there were approximately fifteen tropical cyclones in Hawaii during the 2015 hurricane season.
When was the last hurricane in Hawaii?
In July 2020, Hurricane Douglas passed north of Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to all of the islands. Although the hurricane once appeared to be heading straight for Oahu’s north shore, it passed slightly to the north, causing minimal damage to the islands. It was the closest hurricane to Oahu on record. Since historical records of hurricanes or tropical cyclones in Hawaii began in 1949, at least 29 people have died. The deadliest tropical cyclone to hit Hawaii was Hurricane Iniki in 1992, which killed 6 people and caused $3.1 billion in damage, much of it on the island of Kauai.
How can I prepare for a hurricane in Hawaii?
Make sure you have access to information through local news on television, the Internet, or radio. You can also sign up for local emergency alert systems.
The city and county of Honolulu, as well as Hawaii, Kauai and Maui, and the entire state have emergency notification sites that may send automated messages if you register .
It is important to prepare for hurricanes, tropical storms and other natural disasters, especially due to Hawaii’s isolation as an island. The Hawaii State Office of Public Health Preparedness recommends the following:
- Create a personal/family emergency plan so everyone knows where to go in the event of an emergency. Here are Hawaii Department of Health ideas for creating a family emergency plan.
- Have an emergency kit with enough supplies to last at least 14 days. Please note that shelters in Hawaii do not provide food, water, medicine or bedding. Include the following items in your emergency kit: water, non-perishable food, medicine, hygiene items, radio, flashlight, money, first aid supplies, disinfectants, clothing, bedding, baby, senior, or pet supplies (if applicable) .
- Protect your property before storms by clearing gutters and gutters, storing items inside, boarding up windows, or using storm shutters.
- Keep your cell phone charged before the storm.
- Know your evacuation zone and possible routes to get there.
- Help your neighbors with their hurricane plans and preparations, especially seniors or anyone who may need extra help.
Tsunami in Hawaii
A tsunami is a series of giant waves from this ocean, often caused by earthquakes, underwater landslides, volcanic eruptions or asteroids. Tsunamis can travel at speeds of 20 to 30 mph and can reach heights of 100 feet. Tsunamis can cause major flooding and disrupt transportation, electricity, communications and water supplies.
What is the history of the Hawaii tsunami?
According to the United Nations International Tsunami Information Center, a total of 135 confirmed tsunamis have occurred in Hawaii since 1812.
The worst tsunami to hit Hawaii in terms of damage and deaths occurred in 1946. A magnitude 8.6 earthquake off the coast of Alaska generated a 16-foot tsunami that caused $150 million in damage (in 2016 dollars). There were 158 deaths: 121 in Hawaii (96 in Hilo), 17 on Kauai, 14 on Maui and 6 on Oahu.
How can I prepare for a tsunami in Hawaii?
- If you live in or visit Hawaii, it is not uncommon for a tsunami warning to occur almost every year. Therefore, it is important to prepare everything you can in advance.
- Learn more about the tsunami risk in your area and tsunami evacuation zones and routes. Tsunami shelters are usually located at least 100 feet above sea level or at least one mile from the ocean. The Hawaii State Emergency Management Agency has an interactive map showing tsunami shelters and routes on Oahu, Kauai, Maui and the Big Island.
- Recognize the signs of a potential tsunami: an earthquake, a roar from the ocean, or a sudden rise or fall of ocean water.
- Create a family emergency communication plan that includes an off-island contact and a high location to meet if your family becomes separated.
- Have an emergency kit that includes the above items in case of a hurricane.
- During a tsunami, it is important to listen to authorities and evacuate immediately if told to do so.
Floods in Hawaii
Homeowners in Hawaii should also be aware that homes in Hawaii have flood designations, which may require purchasing flood insurance if you have a mortgage. The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) manages flood definitions in Hawaii.
Here are Hawaii’s flood zones for real estate:
- Zones V (V, VE) – high risk of flooding and special flood hazard area (SFHA).
- Zones A (A, AH, AO, AE) – High Flood Risk and Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).
- Zones X and XS – low to moderate flood risk
- Zones D – Uncertain risk of flooding
What were the significant floods in Hawaii?
On Oahu, most people remember the October 2004 flood in Manoa. Heavy rains caused the Manoa Creek to overflow and a bridge became clogged with debris in the river, causing a flood wave to pass through residential areas of Manoa and into the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus. Total damage is estimated at approximately $85 million, with approximately 120 homes damaged.
On the Big Island, or Hawaii Island, one of the worst floods recorded was in November 2000, when heavy rain and thunderstorms occurred for more than 24 hours. About 300 homes were destroyed or damaged, and roads, bridges and other infrastructure were destroyed, limiting travel from the cities of Hilo and Pahala.
One of the worst floods in all of the Hawaiian Islands in recent history occurred on Kauai and Oahu in April 1974. Severe storms caused more than $3.7 million in property damage, with the heaviest damage occurring in the Haleiwa, Mapunapuna and Fort Shafter areas. Hundreds of cars and thousands of crops were destroyed. Four people died during the flood, including an infant.
How to prepare for flooding in Hawaii?
If you are under a flood warning, it is important to find safe shelter and evacuate if you are asked to do so. Do not attempt to walk or drive through flood waters, as fast-moving water has always been a hazard in Hawaii. Before a flood occurs, there are a number of preventive measures you can take:
- Know the flood risk to your home and business.
- Buy flood insurance.
- Gather supplies ahead of time, as recommended for hurricanes and tsunamis.
- Make a plan for your family during a flood, including where to go and who to contact if a flood occurs.
- Store important documents in a waterproof container and make password-protected digital copies.
- To protect your property, move valuables to higher levels and clean up your gutters and gutters. You may want to consider purchasing a sump pump with batteries and/or carrying sandbags to keep water out.
Earthquakes in Hawaii
Suddenly the ground shakes rapidly; it’s an earthquake. Hawaii is at higher risk of earthquakes than other US states; in fact, thousands of earthquakes occur in Hawaii every year, mostly due to moving magma from Hawaii’s active volcanoes: Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Hualalai, Haleakala, and Lo’ihi.
Hawaii also occasionally experiences tectonic earthquakes on the southern slope of the Kilauea volcano on the island of Hawaii. The third type of earthquake that occurs in Hawaii is a mantle earthquake, in which the Earth’s crust and upper mantle buckle under the weight of the islands above.
What were the strongest earthquakes in Hawaii?
Hawaii’s history of earthquakes includes a magnitude 7.9 earthquake in 1868 that struck the Kau area of the Big Island and killed 77 people. Landslides from the earthquake killed 31 people, and a tsunami from the earthquake killed 46 people.
The most recent fatal earthquake was a 7.2 magnitude earthquake, also on Hawaii Island, in 1975. This earthquake caused a tsunami up to 47 feet high on the island of Hawaii. As a result, two people were killed and about 28 were injured.
How can I prepare for an earthquake in Hawaii?
Preparing for an earthquake in Hawaii is important before it happens. Here are some important things to prepare for an earthquake in Hawaii:
- Practice throwing, covering and holding with your family and colleagues.
- Prepare the delivery kit.
- Create a family emergency communication and action plan.
- To protect your home, secure heavy objects such as appliances, televisions, bookcases and pictures to walls.
- Store heavy items on low shelves.
- You may want to consider purchasing an earthquake insurance policy, since a standard homeowner’s insurance policy does not cover earthquake damage.
If an earthquake suddenly strikes, consider the best action for your location:
- Car = Slow down and stop. Set the parking brake.
- In bed = Turn face down. Cover your head and neck with a pillow.
- Outdoors = Stay away from buildings and tall trees.
- Move towards the mountains if possible due to the risk of tsunamis.
- Inside = Stay inside and avoid doorways.
Natural Disasters and Home Ownership in Hawaii:
important information Natural disasters happen in Hawaii and it is important to be prepared for them, especially since Hawaii is an isolated island away from other potential resources. For more information, read the University of Hawaii’s comprehensive guide to preparing for all types of natural disasters for Hawaii, A Homeowner’s Guide to Disaster Preparedness.
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) – in Hawaii
April 3, 2021 | #Hawaii, #Tips, www.Hawaii.Bio, How to build a house, Modular house in Hawaii
As you walk the streets of Honolulu, Haleiwa, or almost any area of Hawaii, you may notice that some single-family homes are large, housing multiple people or families. Real estate in Hawaii is scary, so many people want to maximize their lots. Dreams of home offices, home gyms, rental income, a large family, parents moving, etc. can make a small home feel much larger.
And as more people look to maximize their lots in Hawaii, you may have heard of the term “ADU” or “accessory dwelling unit.” Building an ADU is a permitted way to make your home expansion dreams come true—as long as your site and building design meet certain requirements. Below, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about building an ADU in Hawaii.
What is an ADU in Hawaii?
Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, were introduced in Honolulu in 2015 as one possible solution to Hawaii’s housing shortage. An ADU is another residence or “dwelling unit” on a single-family property. It includes a fully equipped kitchen with oven, bathroom, sleeping area and at least one parking space. Elsewhere, ADUs are called mother-in-law apartments or granny apartments.
An ADU can be a completely separate building, an extension of the main home, or a conversion of an existing structure. This means that the landowner of a single-family lot could build a detached small home, convert a large barn into a home, or hide an existing portion of the home, such as a garage or den, to include a kitchen and bathroom, and then create an ADU. .
Here are the three main categories of ADUs in Hawaii:
- Indoor ADU: These are located inside the main home and are often built from converted spaces, such as enclosing a porch or garage, or converting one floor of the home.
- Attached ADU: These are connected to the main house but are brand new buildings.
- Freestanding ADU: This is a separate, self-contained structure. Many people will build a brand new home on the same lot as an ADU in Hawaii, or sometimes homeowners may convert large barns into ADUs.
What is an Ohana unit?
Not to be confused with an ADU, an Ohana unit is also a permitted second home on a single-family lot. As the name suggests, they are typically designed for family members who need a place for their parents, children, aunts, uncles or other multi-generational family members.
The main difference between an ADU and an Ohana unit is that Ohana units can only have a “wet bar” or dining area with a sink, refrigerator and stove, rather than a full oven. They can also be rented to a family member only, which is agreed upon by signing a limited agreement. Ohana apartments were first introduced to Oahu around the late 1980s, and many single-family homes in Hawaii are designed for multi-generational living—some legal, some not.
Why should I build an ADU on my property?
There are many benefits to building an ADU in Hawaii, including the following:
- Rental income. Earn extra income by renting out your ADU. This income can subsidize your monthly mortgage payment. Please note that ADUs must be rented for six months or more and cannot be legally used as a vacation rental or Airbnb—unless you obtain a separate conditional use permit.
- Diversity of neighbors. If you rent, you can allow some people to live in your area who otherwise wouldn’t. Having different income levels and people from different backgrounds can create a more affluent ‘ohana area.
- Appreciation. Building an ADU increases the value of your property. Talk to your real estate agent about the potential increase in your property value if you build an ADU.
- Infrastructure. ADUs utilize existing infrastructure such as water, electricity and waste management systems, avoiding the cost of establishing and expanding utilities in undeveloped areas.
- Preservation of the country’s county. Additions to single-family homes help prevent underdeveloped rural areas from turning into urban areas with multifamily sprawl. For example, Kakaako is an urban area with a minimum number of single-family homes, or ADUS. However, Oahu’s North Shore is considered a village or rural area and therefore homeowners may want to consider building an ADU.
- Aging in place. You may not always need to live in a three-bedroom house on your property, and it may even become too large to maintain. As you get older, you might consider moving into a smaller ADU and renting out the larger house on the lot.
- Sustainable living. Because ADUs are required to be smaller, they often produce less water. Some homeowners choose to build ADUs with solar panels, efficient appliances and other sustainability features.
What are the rules for ADUs in Hawaii?
The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) of the City and County of Honolulu issues permits for ADUs and is thus responsible for regulating them on the island of Oahu. To legally build one of these free houses, you need to follow eight basic rules:
- Your lot must be zoned one of the following: R-3.5, R-5, R-7.5, R-10, R-20, Country District.
- Your lot must be at least 3,500 square feet. For lots ranging from 3,500 to 4,999 square feet, a 400-square-foot ADU can be built. For lots of 5,000 square feet or larger, an 800 square foot ADU can be built.
- Currently, you should have one full-fledged dwelling or house on your site. An ADU cannot be built on lots that already have duplexes, an apartment building, or more than one home.
- Your property may not be landlocked, which means it must at least be connected to the road via a driveway. This driveway may also be an easement across the adjacent property.
- You must have room for one more parking space in the car park lot. This requirement is waived if your site is within one-half mile of a planned Honolulu Transit Rail station.
- The landowner or a member of the landowner’s family must reside on the property—either in the main home or in the ADU—after the ADU is completed. A non-residential building can legally be rented to non-family members.
- You do not have any covenant restrictions on your lot that prohibit ADUs. For example, if you live in a master-planned community like Ewa Beach, you may be part of a homeowners association (HOA) that prohibits the construction of ADUs. Check before applying for an ADU permit.
- Write down your agreement once the ADU is completed. Make your ADU a completely legal title with either the Bureau of Transportation or the Hawaii State Land Court. This recording also ensures that the ADU cannot be sold separately or that the lot cannot be split into two separate properties. An ADU is a legal addition to the main building on a property.
How do ADUs help with affordable housing in Hawaii?
Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, are playing an innovative role in offering more housing in Hawaii at a reasonable price and offsetting the cost of the main dwelling unit. Land in the Hawaiian Islands is limited and there is a housing shortage in the state, especially in the city of Honolulu. A state report that measured housing demand in Hawaii from 2015 to 2025 estimated that about 65,000 more housing units would be needed between 2015 and 2025. In addition to limited housing, the cost of living in Hawaii is higher than most places. in the US, ADUs offer one option that can help make living in paradise possible.
ADUs offer one option that can help make living in paradise possible, as they often offer additional rental inventory for renters or additional income for homeowners. In addition, ADUs typically have lower rents than rental units in condominium buildings, and the State of Hawaii hopes they can continue to play a larger role in solving Hawaii’s housing shortage.
Where can I find more information about building an ADU in Hawaii?
ADUs in Hawaii are a fairly new option for landowners, and they create a tempting option for additional rental income. For more information, contact a trusted Hawaii contractor or the Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting .
Home Staging – Home Staging and Interior Decoration
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Home Staging – “staging a home” – preparing real estate for sale or rental, taking into account psychological, aesthetic and marketing principles. In European countries, the terms “housedoctoring” and “homestyling” are used, which also mean homestaging.
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107 years ago, an entire island was closed off to outsiders in Hawaii.
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On the very outskirts of the Hawaiian archipelago, one of the best vacation spots on the whole Earth, there is a real forbidden island. Niihau received this status in 1915, and for 107 years almost no one has had the right to get to its shores. People still inhabit the island, but others are prohibited from coming here.
The total area of Niihau is 179.9 kilometers. The nearby parts of the archipelago are open to the public and popular with wealthy tourists, but the island was bought for itself back in 1864 by the wealthy industrial heiress Elizabeth Sinclair. King Kamehameha V received $10,000 in gold for Niihau.
The Sinclair family greatly influenced the life and culture of the islanders. The first farms appeared on Niihau. By 1876, 350 Aborigines and as many as 20 thousand sheep lived here, which seriously affected the fauna and flora of the entire island.
The Sinclairs tried to take care of the Aborigines, permanent houses were built for them. However, people who were unaccustomed to the new way of life quickly lost their roots, and the Hawaiian art of weaving colored mats became a thing of the past – sheep and cows that appeared later ate almost all the vegetation.
Finally, in 1915, Sinclair’s grandson, Aubrey Robertson, decided to close the island completely to outsiders. Thus, he planned to preserve at least the remnants of the real life of the local aborigines. Tourists were completely prohibited from visiting the island, and even relatives of the original population were required to obtain special permission.
Rights to the island were passed on from generation to generation. The current owners, Bruce and Keith Sinclair, are direct descendants of Niihau’s original buyer.
The island still remains closed – except for the owners and local population, only officers of the American Navy can set foot on its shores.
10 thousand dollars changed the life and fate of an entire island. The influence of civilization on small nations is difficult to underestimate.
