Iconic Monkeypod Tree Being Felled Despite Resident Opposition

 The iconic monkeypod tree, a beloved landmark for many in the community, is currently being felled by a contracted crew ( Tree of Hawaii Inc.) despite opposition from some board members. This ongoing operation has left many residents feeling blindsided and frustrated by the homeowners' association (HOA)'s lack of transparency.

Here are links to previous posts on efforts at saving the tree:

https://hodentek.blogspot.com/2024/10/it-was-sad-day-at-3138-waialae-avenue.html

https://hodentek.blogspot.com/2024/09/if-community-is-strong-and-connected-we.html

https://hodentek.blogspot.com/2024/08/if-manoa-could-save-their-trees-so.html

https://hodentek.blogspot.com/2024/07/save-regency-parks-trees-honolulu.html

Neither the condominium owners nor the car owners who parked beneath the tree were informed beforehand of the impending removal, specifically the exact date and time of the operation. This lack of communication, coupled with the history of past disputes over tree removal within the community, has led to exclamations of  "sneaky, underhanded, etc." operation.

Furthermore, residents question whether the condominium management company was aware of the planned removal and, if so, why they failed to inform the unit owners. This raises concerns about the communication channels and decision-making processes within the HOA.

Here are pictures and video of the tree removal:

There is a clear evidence that this region of the Chaminade area is the breeding ground of the Fairy Terns. Zoom in on the blue ribbon.

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Watch this video:

https://youtu.be/TJ8hP36PgWE

Status at 1:30 P.M.

The work had stopped and this is a picture of how it is now.

I asked the office manager who was walking near the tree, if the work will continue next day. He said yes.  I wish the manager is wrong. Only tomorrow can tell.