A proposal to raise money for Hawaiian Home Lands turns ugly in Kapolei
HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands wants to develop about 100 acres in Kalaeloa for a solar energy project.
Department officials say it’s an old military property with no access to water or sewage, which is one of the reasons why the land is designated for industrial purposes and can’t be used for Native Hawaiian Home Lands.
"In this case, the island plan, which was decided by the people across this island, beneficiaries across this island, was designated it for revenue generated purposes,” said Chairman of the Hawaiian Homes Commission William Aila.
Aila says the solar project is a money-maker that can eventually buy more homes for more Hawaiians.
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