The State of Hawaii Department of Transportation is pleased to announce the Hawaii Scenic Byways Program - 2010 Call for Nominations. Nomination application requirements and documents, along with additional information about the State and National Scenic Byways Programs can be found at http://hawaii.gov/dot/highways/scenicbyways.
Nomination application documents are due no later than March 31, 2010. An information teleconference will be scheduled for February 16, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.
For additional information, and to register for the teleconference, contact Hawaii Scenic Byways Coordinators:
David L. Zevenbergen Email: David.L.Zevenbergen@hawaii.gov
Tel: (808) 587 6341
Wayne Kawahara Email: Wayne.Kawahara@hawaii.gov
Tel: (808) 587 6357
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Monday, February 8, 2010
DLNR TAKES STEPS TO PROTECT SENSITIVE NATURAL, CULTURAL RESOURCES AT KEALAKEKUA BAY VIA NEW KA‘AWALOA LANDING PERMIT.
KAILUA-KONA – The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) is implementing new measures to improve its management of the Kealakekua Bay State Historic Park and better protect the sensitive natural, historic and cultural resources of these treasures of Hawai‘i.
To prevent damage to the shoreline and coral reef and accidental destruction of significant historic and cultural sites by large numbers of visitors, DLNR is now requiring that visitors to the park receive information regarding the sensitive sites and guidance on how to assist in preserving the area during their visit. Effective February 23, 2010 information will be provided through a simple permit system for people seeking to land vessels along the Ka ‘ awaloa shoreline or moor at the wharf adjacent to the Captain Cook Monument in the bay.
“Residents can easily access free education and cultural practices permits that will provide guidance to ensure there is no accidental damage to the cultural sites,” said Laura H. Thielen, DLNR chairperson.
“Visitors have guided tours to ensure they appreciate the historical and cultural significance of the areas and eliminate inadvertent damage,” she added.
“In the meantime, the entire bay remains open to all people to enjoy the pristine waters and marine life,” she said.
Signs will be posted at entry locations along the bay to notify people of this system and provide information on how they can obtain a permit.
Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and Ka ‘ awaloa peninsula within the bay are two of Hawai‘i's most significant historical and cultural locations, with an abundance of fragile and significant archaeological sites.
Ka ‘ awaloa is the shoreline commonly used to access the famous Captain Cook Monument from the bay. Boaters also use this shoreline to beach their vessel before snorkeling at Ka ‘ awaloa Cove.
“We encourage every visitor and resident to enjoy this magnificent area, and to do so responsibly to protect and preserve the corals and marine life and help ensure public safety,” said Deborah Ward, spokesperson for DLNR.
DLNR has conducted recent law enforcement actions at the pier in cooperation with Hawai‘i County Police to address illegal commercial rental of kayaks. Several illegal kayaks have been confiscated.
DLNR is informing kayak rental vendors of the new permit requirement, and requesting that the vendors advise their customers of the landing without a permit restriction.
DLNR Enforcement officers have posted and distributed the same notice at Napo‘opo‘o Pier. DLNR will also implement an outreach plan to kayak and ocean recreation companies, visitor and resident recreational interests.
45 second rip and read: To prevent damage to the Ka‘awaloa shoreline and coral reef and accidental destruction of significant historic and cultural sites by large numbers of visitors, DLNR is now requiring visitors to Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park to receive information and guidance regarding sensitive sites and how to assist in preserving the area during their visit. Information will be provided through a simple permit system for people seeking to land vessels along the Ka ‘ awaloa shoreline or moor at the wharf adjacent to the Captain Cook Monument in the bay. For information on how to obtain a permit contact the State Parks office in Hilo at (808) 974-6200.
How to obtain a kayak or vessel landing permit for Ka ‘ awaloa
DLNR has established a new process to issue kayak or vessel landing permits for Ka‘awaloa that come with special conditions for public users, that are intended to educate and provide guidance to ensure sites are protected.
• When visiting Ka‘awaloa, respect for the land, water and the associated cultural resources is encouraged).
• A separate permit is required for each vessel, and each permit is valid for only one day. The total number of noncommercial general public landing permits to be issued per day is 10.
• Noncommercial landing permits that include these special conditions at Ka‘awaloa are available at: Division of State Parks, Hawai‘i District Office, 75 Aupuni St., Room 204, Hilo, HI. 96729; telephone (808) 974-6200.
• Landing permits will also be available on line at http://www.hawaiistateparks.org under the heading of "Announcements".
• Online permit applications, once filled out and signed, may be either 1) emailed to: Dean.H.Takebayashi@hawaii.gov , 2) mailed to the State Parks Hawai‘i District Office or, 3) faxed to (808) 974-6222. Call the Hilo office at (808) 974-6206 for information.
• Permit applications will be reviewed and upon approval, can be either emailed as a pdf, mailed or faxed back to the respective applicant.
• The DLNR Hawai‘i Division of Conservation and Enforcement will be sent copies of the noncommercial permits upon approval.
• Any person beaching or launching a kayak or other vessel along the Ka ‘ awaloa shoreline or mooring at the wharf adjacent to the Cook Monument, without a permit from the DLNR will be subject to civil penalty, and the kayak or vessel may be subject to confiscation.
An existing State Parks rule (HAR §13-146-13) prohibits landing, operating, leaving unattended, beaching, parking, launching, mooring and anchoring of vessels where prohibited by signage. Under the department’s Civil Resources Penalties System, a first offense may be subject to an administrative fine of up to $30 if promptly responded to, or $60 fine if not responded to promptly. A second offense could be subject to an administrative fine of up to $50 if responded to promptly, or up to $100 if not responded to promptly.
To prevent damage to the shoreline and coral reef and accidental destruction of significant historic and cultural sites by large numbers of visitors, DLNR is now requiring that visitors to the park receive information regarding the sensitive sites and guidance on how to assist in preserving the area during their visit. Effective February 23, 2010 information will be provided through a simple permit system for people seeking to land vessels along the Ka ‘ awaloa shoreline or moor at the wharf adjacent to the Captain Cook Monument in the bay.
“Residents can easily access free education and cultural practices permits that will provide guidance to ensure there is no accidental damage to the cultural sites,” said Laura H. Thielen, DLNR chairperson.
“Visitors have guided tours to ensure they appreciate the historical and cultural significance of the areas and eliminate inadvertent damage,” she added.
“In the meantime, the entire bay remains open to all people to enjoy the pristine waters and marine life,” she said.
Signs will be posted at entry locations along the bay to notify people of this system and provide information on how they can obtain a permit.
Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and Ka ‘ awaloa peninsula within the bay are two of Hawai‘i's most significant historical and cultural locations, with an abundance of fragile and significant archaeological sites.
Ka ‘ awaloa is the shoreline commonly used to access the famous Captain Cook Monument from the bay. Boaters also use this shoreline to beach their vessel before snorkeling at Ka ‘ awaloa Cove.
“We encourage every visitor and resident to enjoy this magnificent area, and to do so responsibly to protect and preserve the corals and marine life and help ensure public safety,” said Deborah Ward, spokesperson for DLNR.
DLNR has conducted recent law enforcement actions at the pier in cooperation with Hawai‘i County Police to address illegal commercial rental of kayaks. Several illegal kayaks have been confiscated.
DLNR is informing kayak rental vendors of the new permit requirement, and requesting that the vendors advise their customers of the landing without a permit restriction.
DLNR Enforcement officers have posted and distributed the same notice at Napo‘opo‘o Pier. DLNR will also implement an outreach plan to kayak and ocean recreation companies, visitor and resident recreational interests.
45 second rip and read: To prevent damage to the Ka‘awaloa shoreline and coral reef and accidental destruction of significant historic and cultural sites by large numbers of visitors, DLNR is now requiring visitors to Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park to receive information and guidance regarding sensitive sites and how to assist in preserving the area during their visit. Information will be provided through a simple permit system for people seeking to land vessels along the Ka ‘ awaloa shoreline or moor at the wharf adjacent to the Captain Cook Monument in the bay. For information on how to obtain a permit contact the State Parks office in Hilo at (808) 974-6200.
How to obtain a kayak or vessel landing permit for Ka ‘ awaloa
DLNR has established a new process to issue kayak or vessel landing permits for Ka‘awaloa that come with special conditions for public users, that are intended to educate and provide guidance to ensure sites are protected.
• When visiting Ka‘awaloa, respect for the land, water and the associated cultural resources is encouraged).
• A separate permit is required for each vessel, and each permit is valid for only one day. The total number of noncommercial general public landing permits to be issued per day is 10.
• Noncommercial landing permits that include these special conditions at Ka‘awaloa are available at: Division of State Parks, Hawai‘i District Office, 75 Aupuni St., Room 204, Hilo, HI. 96729; telephone (808) 974-6200.
• Landing permits will also be available on line at http://www.hawaiistateparks.org under the heading of "Announcements".
• Online permit applications, once filled out and signed, may be either 1) emailed to: Dean.H.Takebayashi@hawaii.gov , 2) mailed to the State Parks Hawai‘i District Office or, 3) faxed to (808) 974-6222. Call the Hilo office at (808) 974-6206 for information.
• Permit applications will be reviewed and upon approval, can be either emailed as a pdf, mailed or faxed back to the respective applicant.
• The DLNR Hawai‘i Division of Conservation and Enforcement will be sent copies of the noncommercial permits upon approval.
• Any person beaching or launching a kayak or other vessel along the Ka ‘ awaloa shoreline or mooring at the wharf adjacent to the Cook Monument, without a permit from the DLNR will be subject to civil penalty, and the kayak or vessel may be subject to confiscation.
An existing State Parks rule (HAR §13-146-13) prohibits landing, operating, leaving unattended, beaching, parking, launching, mooring and anchoring of vessels where prohibited by signage. Under the department’s Civil Resources Penalties System, a first offense may be subject to an administrative fine of up to $30 if promptly responded to, or $60 fine if not responded to promptly. A second offense could be subject to an administrative fine of up to $50 if responded to promptly, or up to $100 if not responded to promptly.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
1917 Kaimuki Home Receives Demolition Permit
Historic Hawaii Foundation is reviewing the situation to ensure that the permitting process has allowed the appropriate agencies to comment. This case has drawn attention to irregularities in the review process that need to be reviewed comprehensively.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Proposed Bill (HB1965) Leaves Many Unanswered Questions
In its testimony submitted Jan 26, 2010, Historic Hawaii Foundation (HHF) supports the intent of House Bill HB1965, which would require an archaeology inventory survey prior to the sale of undeveloped land. However, with so many unanswered questions, HHF recommends deferring the bill and directing the Hawaii State Division of Land and Natural Resources to review best practices and make recommendations for implementation next year.
_____________________________________________________________
To: Rep. Angus L.K. McKelvey, Chair
Rep. Isaac W. Choy, Vice Chair
Committee on Economic Revitalization, Business & Military Affairs
From: Kiersten Faulkner
Executive Director, Historic Hawai‘i Foundation
Committee Date: Tuesday, January 26, 2010
8:30 am
Conference Room 312
Subject: HB1965, Relating to Preservation
On behalf of Historic Hawai‘i Foundation (HHF), I am writing with comments about HB1965, which requires an archaeology inventory survey prior to the sale or offer of sale or long-term lease of any undeveloped property in the state.
Since 1974, Historic Hawai‘i Foundation has been a statewide leader for historic preservation. HHF’s 850 members and numerous additional supporters work to preserve Hawai‘i’s unique architectural and cultural heritage and believe that historic preservation is an important element in the present and future quality of life, economic viability and environmental sustainability of the state.
Historic Hawai‘i Foundation supports the intent of the bill, which appears to be an attempt to improve the process to identify and disclose the presence of potentially significant historic and cultural sites in a timely way, in order to allow the planning and development process to provide for their protection, and to provide for consumer protection by ensuring that property owners are informed about historic preservation responsibilities and restrictions. A process that provides for the discovery, documentation, evaluation and preservation of significant historic properties is in the best interest of all stakeholders, including property owners, developers, and the greater community. Providing for better knowledge of potential sites early in the planning process would help eliminate conflicts and misunderstandings prior to significant investment of time and money.
However, it is unclear how the new requirement to conduct an archaeology inventory survey at the time of sale or lease would be integrated with other planning and permitting functions of the state and county governments. The state historic preservation division (SHPD) already has a mandate to conduct historic surveys and inventories; the county governments should also be including that level of analysis in their general plans and community development plans. Both SHPD and county permitting departments are supposed to require and review archaeology inventory surveys (AIS) prior to issuing grubbing and grading permits. The bill appears either to add another level of analysis and review, or to shift the responsibility to the time of sale rather than the time of planning and/or development.
HHF strongly supports all efforts to identify and protect significant historic properties, and to have full disclosure of the rights and responsibilities that come with ownership and management of historic properties. However, the mechanism offered by the bill raises several questions. Will the AIS be repeated each time the property changes hands or will the initial survey be sufficient? Will the AIS be repeated at the time of planning, development and permitting or does it replace that later review? If SHPD’s recommendations for preservation and/or reclassification are not implemented, what is the remedy? How will these recommendations be integrated with other community plans and land use codes? How will the information be made available? How will the measure be enforced and which agency will carry out enforcement?
HHF is also concerned that the state historic preservation division would be charged with another mandate without commensurate staffing and financial support, and that the new mandate would be layered onto existing duties without being fully aligned or integrated with them. We believe that a comprehensive review of the state’s historic preservation program, including the management and regulatory structure, is necessary. Rather than address these issues ad hoc, we would like to see a thoughtful and deliberate approach that includes recommendations for planning, regulations, incentives, education, integration with federal and county processes, and use of best practices in the preservation industry.
Therefore, HHF recommends that HB1965 be deferred, and that the legislature direct the department of land and natural resources to convene a review of best practices and models for good preservation systems that can be implemented comprehensively, with recommendations to be submitted to the legislature next year.
_____________________________________________________________
To: Rep. Angus L.K. McKelvey, Chair
Rep. Isaac W. Choy, Vice Chair
Committee on Economic Revitalization, Business & Military Affairs
From: Kiersten Faulkner
Executive Director, Historic Hawai‘i Foundation
Committee Date: Tuesday, January 26, 2010
8:30 am
Conference Room 312
Subject: HB1965, Relating to Preservation
On behalf of Historic Hawai‘i Foundation (HHF), I am writing with comments about HB1965, which requires an archaeology inventory survey prior to the sale or offer of sale or long-term lease of any undeveloped property in the state.
Since 1974, Historic Hawai‘i Foundation has been a statewide leader for historic preservation. HHF’s 850 members and numerous additional supporters work to preserve Hawai‘i’s unique architectural and cultural heritage and believe that historic preservation is an important element in the present and future quality of life, economic viability and environmental sustainability of the state.
Historic Hawai‘i Foundation supports the intent of the bill, which appears to be an attempt to improve the process to identify and disclose the presence of potentially significant historic and cultural sites in a timely way, in order to allow the planning and development process to provide for their protection, and to provide for consumer protection by ensuring that property owners are informed about historic preservation responsibilities and restrictions. A process that provides for the discovery, documentation, evaluation and preservation of significant historic properties is in the best interest of all stakeholders, including property owners, developers, and the greater community. Providing for better knowledge of potential sites early in the planning process would help eliminate conflicts and misunderstandings prior to significant investment of time and money.
However, it is unclear how the new requirement to conduct an archaeology inventory survey at the time of sale or lease would be integrated with other planning and permitting functions of the state and county governments. The state historic preservation division (SHPD) already has a mandate to conduct historic surveys and inventories; the county governments should also be including that level of analysis in their general plans and community development plans. Both SHPD and county permitting departments are supposed to require and review archaeology inventory surveys (AIS) prior to issuing grubbing and grading permits. The bill appears either to add another level of analysis and review, or to shift the responsibility to the time of sale rather than the time of planning and/or development.
HHF strongly supports all efforts to identify and protect significant historic properties, and to have full disclosure of the rights and responsibilities that come with ownership and management of historic properties. However, the mechanism offered by the bill raises several questions. Will the AIS be repeated each time the property changes hands or will the initial survey be sufficient? Will the AIS be repeated at the time of planning, development and permitting or does it replace that later review? If SHPD’s recommendations for preservation and/or reclassification are not implemented, what is the remedy? How will these recommendations be integrated with other community plans and land use codes? How will the information be made available? How will the measure be enforced and which agency will carry out enforcement?
HHF is also concerned that the state historic preservation division would be charged with another mandate without commensurate staffing and financial support, and that the new mandate would be layered onto existing duties without being fully aligned or integrated with them. We believe that a comprehensive review of the state’s historic preservation program, including the management and regulatory structure, is necessary. Rather than address these issues ad hoc, we would like to see a thoughtful and deliberate approach that includes recommendations for planning, regulations, incentives, education, integration with federal and county processes, and use of best practices in the preservation industry.
Therefore, HHF recommends that HB1965 be deferred, and that the legislature direct the department of land and natural resources to convene a review of best practices and models for good preservation systems that can be implemented comprehensively, with recommendations to be submitted to the legislature next year.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
President's 2011 Budget Proposal Eliminates "Save America's Treasures" and "Preserve America" Programs
February 2, 2010. President Obama’s Fiscal Year 2011 Budget Request to Congress would eliminate or reduce funding for important historic preservation programs, prompting an outcry from the National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), Preservation Action, and other preservation organizations across the country.
The budget request released yesterday slashed funding of key components of the national preservation program. It proposes to completely eliminate funding for the Save America’s Treasures and Preserve America grant programs, and includes a 50% cut to National Heritage Areas. These programs are funded entirely through revenues from offshore oil and gas leases on the Outer Continental Shelf.
“We are especially concerned about reductions to Save America’s Treasures," the NTHP said in its statement released today. "It has enjoyed broad, bi-partisan Congressional support, and has played a vital role in successfully saving over 700 of America’s most significant places in all 50 states, from Ellis Island to Mesa Verde National Park to Valley Forge to Thomas Edison’s Invention Factory.”
Bishop Museum, the Battleship Missouri, Kaloko Fishpond at Kaloko-Honokohau NHP and Maui Jinsha Shrine are a just a few of the historic and cultural sites in Hawai‘i to receive funds from Save America’s Treasures, the only Federally-supported bricks-and-mortar grant program in the U.S.
Five historic communities in Hawai‘i have received Preserve America grants since 2007. Among these are Honolulu’s Chinatown, Kaua‘i County and Maui County.
“Over the last decade the Save America’s Treasures program has helped preserve some of our most significant historic places through modest grants that leverage private dollars, create jobs and strengthen communities,” said National Trust President Richard Moe in response to the proposed cuts. “What’s not to like about this program? It’s incredibly short-sighted that the administration proposes eliminating it at a time when it’s needed more than ever.”
While the popular Save America’s Treasures (SAT) and Preserve America (PA) programs have been completely eliminated, funding for State and Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO/THPO) would remain the same as last year under the budget proposal. See below (in millions):
Unlike the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), however, the President has demonstrated a commitment to the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). According to his budget summary, the FY11 budget “stays on track to fully fund Land and Water Conservation Fund programs by 2014 providing nearly $620 million to acquire new lands for national parks, forests and refuges, protect endangered species habitat, and promote outdoor recreation.”
The $900 million annual authorization for the LWCF and the $150 million annual authorization for the HPF share the same source of funding—lease revenue from oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Neither has ever received its fully authorized appropriations. More information about the HPF.
In the coming weeks and months, as Congress debates the budget, it will be imperative that you contact your legislators to tell them how important Save America’s Treasures and Preserve America are. Similarly, we need to communicate that the Historic Preservation Fund deserves the same commitment as the Land and Water Conservation Fund: full funding.
Contact information for Hawaii’s Congressional Delegation is below:
Senator Daniel K. Akaka
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Rm. 3-106
Honolulu, HI 96850
Phone: 808-522-8970
FAX: 808-545-4683
Washington D.C.
141 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington DC 20510
Phone: (202) 224-6361
Senator Daniel K. Inouye
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 7-212
Honolulu, Hawaii 96850-4975
Phone: 808-541-2542
Fax: 808-541-2549
Washington D.C.
722 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-1102
Phone: 202-224-3934
Fax: 202-224-6747
Congressman Neil Abercrombie
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 4-104
Honolulu, HI 96850
Phone: (808) 541-2570
FAX: (808) 533-0133
Washington, DC
1502 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2726
FAX: (202) 225-4580
Congresswoman Mazie Hirono
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 5-104
Honolulu, Hawai'i 96850
Phone:(808) 541-1986
FAX:(808) 538-0233
Washington, DC
1524 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone:(202) 225-4906
Fax:(202) 225-4987
The budget request released yesterday slashed funding of key components of the national preservation program. It proposes to completely eliminate funding for the Save America’s Treasures and Preserve America grant programs, and includes a 50% cut to National Heritage Areas. These programs are funded entirely through revenues from offshore oil and gas leases on the Outer Continental Shelf.
“We are especially concerned about reductions to Save America’s Treasures," the NTHP said in its statement released today. "It has enjoyed broad, bi-partisan Congressional support, and has played a vital role in successfully saving over 700 of America’s most significant places in all 50 states, from Ellis Island to Mesa Verde National Park to Valley Forge to Thomas Edison’s Invention Factory.”
Bishop Museum, the Battleship Missouri, Kaloko Fishpond at Kaloko-Honokohau NHP and Maui Jinsha Shrine are a just a few of the historic and cultural sites in Hawai‘i to receive funds from Save America’s Treasures, the only Federally-supported bricks-and-mortar grant program in the U.S.
Five historic communities in Hawai‘i have received Preserve America grants since 2007. Among these are Honolulu’s Chinatown, Kaua‘i County and Maui County.
“Over the last decade the Save America’s Treasures program has helped preserve some of our most significant historic places through modest grants that leverage private dollars, create jobs and strengthen communities,” said National Trust President Richard Moe in response to the proposed cuts. “What’s not to like about this program? It’s incredibly short-sighted that the administration proposes eliminating it at a time when it’s needed more than ever.”
While the popular Save America’s Treasures (SAT) and Preserve America (PA) programs have been completely eliminated, funding for State and Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO/THPO) would remain the same as last year under the budget proposal. See below (in millions):
FY 2010 Final | FY 2011 Proposed | |
SHPOs | 46.5 | 46.5 |
THPOs | 8 | 8 |
Inventory/Survey | 0 | 0 |
SAT | 25 | 0 |
PA | 3.175* | 0 |
Total HPF | 79.5 | 54.5 |
*Funded through the Recreation and Preservation Account instead of the HPF
Unlike the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), however, the President has demonstrated a commitment to the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). According to his budget summary, the FY11 budget “stays on track to fully fund Land and Water Conservation Fund programs by 2014 providing nearly $620 million to acquire new lands for national parks, forests and refuges, protect endangered species habitat, and promote outdoor recreation.”
The $900 million annual authorization for the LWCF and the $150 million annual authorization for the HPF share the same source of funding—lease revenue from oil and gas drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf. Neither has ever received its fully authorized appropriations. More information about the HPF.
In the coming weeks and months, as Congress debates the budget, it will be imperative that you contact your legislators to tell them how important Save America’s Treasures and Preserve America are. Similarly, we need to communicate that the Historic Preservation Fund deserves the same commitment as the Land and Water Conservation Fund: full funding.
Contact information for Hawaii’s Congressional Delegation is below:
Senator Daniel K. Akaka
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Rm. 3-106
Honolulu, HI 96850
Phone: 808-522-8970
FAX: 808-545-4683
Washington D.C.
141 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington DC 20510
Phone: (202) 224-6361
Senator Daniel K. Inouye
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 7-212
Honolulu, Hawaii 96850-4975
Phone: 808-541-2542
Fax: 808-541-2549
Washington D.C.
722 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-1102
Phone: 202-224-3934
Fax: 202-224-6747
Congressman Neil Abercrombie
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 4-104
Honolulu, HI 96850
Phone: (808) 541-2570
FAX: (808) 533-0133
Washington, DC
1502 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2726
FAX: (202) 225-4580
Congresswoman Mazie Hirono
Honolulu
Prince Kūhiō Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 5-104
Honolulu, Hawai'i 96850
Phone:(808) 541-1986
FAX:(808) 538-0233
Washington, DC
1524 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone:(202) 225-4906
Fax:(202) 225-4987
We're looking for personal stories about the preservation in Hawai‘i
As a preservation ethic developed that is deeply felt throughout the Hawaiian Islands, there were moments that made a difference. We're looking for personal accounts about making a difference in historic preservation in Hawaii.
For example:
- Was your family witness to King Kalākaua’s unwavering support of hula?
- Did your parents tell you stories about the Daughters of Hawai‘i defending Queen Emma Summer Palace from a plan to create a ballfield?
- Do you remember Supreme Court battle over the historic designation of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel?
- Did you help keep ‘Iolani Palace from becoming a parking garage? Advocate for the property tax incentives offered to historic residences? Help strengthen the consultation process for federal undertakings?
Please write your story and send it to Bob Fox or by mail to 4348 Waialae Ave. #395 Honolulu, HI 96816. Photographs, both historic and current, are encouraged; digital format is preferred.
Monday, February 1, 2010
The Veterans of World War I: Richard Belmont Catton
The Waikiki War Memorial was built to honor the men and women to served during "The Great War." Richard Belmont Catton is one of those honored here.
Richard Belmont Catton was born in Honolulu on July 12, 1890. He attended Oahu College, now known as Punahou School, and graduated from MIT's Electrical Engineering program in 1915.
At MIT he was a member of the swim team and Phi Beta Epsilon fraternity.
According to "Technology's War Record," the 1920 publication of the Alumni Association of MIT:
"Upon graduation from the Institute he offered his services to the Royal Engineers, but they were not accepted. He attended the Plattsburg officers' training camp in 1917, and in November was commissioned second lieutenant in the Aviation Section of the United States Signal Corps. In June, 1918, he sailed for France, to be employed in the construction of airdromes. In October he had a severe attack of influenza, recovered sufficiently to leave the hospital, but suffered a relapse. An operation for mastoiditis was necessary, and shortly afterward another from which he died at Savenay, France, on April 14, 1919."
Background:
The Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium was dedicated to the men and women who served during "the Great War." The 1921 Territorial Legislature passed Act 15, which commissioned the memorial. It specified the memorial's location and that it "shall include a swimming course of at least 100 meters." All other design specifications were left to a design committee.
In December 2009, the City and County of Honolulu announced its plans to demolish the memorial and construct a new beach in its place. The City administration proposes a re-creation of the memorial's doorway be constructed elsewhere to honor the thousands of Hawaii's men and women who served in "The Great War."
More about the Waikiki War Memorial's future.
At MIT he was a member of the swim team and Phi Beta Epsilon fraternity.
According to "Technology's War Record," the 1920 publication of the Alumni Association of MIT:
"Upon graduation from the Institute he offered his services to the Royal Engineers, but they were not accepted. He attended the Plattsburg officers' training camp in 1917, and in November was commissioned second lieutenant in the Aviation Section of the United States Signal Corps. In June, 1918, he sailed for France, to be employed in the construction of airdromes. In October he had a severe attack of influenza, recovered sufficiently to leave the hospital, but suffered a relapse. An operation for mastoiditis was necessary, and shortly afterward another from which he died at Savenay, France, on April 14, 1919."
Background:
The Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium was dedicated to the men and women who served during "the Great War." The 1921 Territorial Legislature passed Act 15, which commissioned the memorial. It specified the memorial's location and that it "shall include a swimming course of at least 100 meters." All other design specifications were left to a design committee.
In December 2009, the City and County of Honolulu announced its plans to demolish the memorial and construct a new beach in its place. The City administration proposes a re-creation of the memorial's doorway be constructed elsewhere to honor the thousands of Hawaii's men and women who served in "The Great War."
More about the Waikiki War Memorial's future.
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