Affirms support for expanding urban tree canopy programs to mitigate urban heat island effects in Hawaii.
The resolution supports expanding programs and projects that increase tree canopy coverage and install shade trees in urban areas to mitigate the effects of urban heat islands. It requests state and county agencies to collaborate on assessing urban heat island conditions, priority areas, and integrating shade tree strategies into various projects. The resolution also highlights the importance of community partnerships and best practices for tree species selection and maintenance. It aims to increase urban tree canopy coverage to thirty-five percent by 2035.
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