Condo leasehold law hurtful to Hawaiians


A commentary in the Advertiser by Adrian K. Kamali'i of the organization Save Hawai'i's Children supports the repeal of the city's leasehold conversion law — Chapter 38 — through a measure called Bill 53.
We are passionate about honoring our ali'i, the only monarchy in the entire world to leave most of their possessions and land tracts specifically for the future betterment of their people.

Chapter 38 allows government and private landowners to undermine the carefully crafted wills of Queen Lili'uokalani and Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, and sell their lands, their legacy to our children.

In the case of our ali'i trusts, selling the land is not always a viable option. Trustees and administrators are charged with keeping the trusts perpetual.

This means a decision may be made not to sell their lands, because continual annual revenue may be more advantageous than a one-time payment.

Public purpose is not served by condemning the lands of ali'i trusts, which serve thousands of families statewide. Nor is it served by condemning the lands of churches, which help feed our disadvantaged and guide people to righteousness. Public trust is not served by selling the land of families who have owned their property for generations.

They invite everyone to join them at 10 a.m. tomorrow near Saratoga Road and Kalakaua Avenue for a march through the streets of Waikiki.


Posted: Sun - September 5, 2004 at 09:38 AM    
   
 
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