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ADVISORS ASSIST WITH NEW PARKING METERS DOWNTOWN, CHINATOWN   (Fri., July 20, 2012)—Mayor Peter Carlisle today announced that a team of 12 advisors will be available Downtown and in Chinatown for the next week to assist motorists with new 'smart' parking meters that accept credit and debit cards.   "We want to make sure that anyone who is unfamiliar with the new meters can take advantage of their features if they so choose," Carlisle said. "We also want to make sure everyone understands that they can still pay with coins if they prefer."   The advisors, who began assisting motorists today, will wear bright yellow vests and black caps that identify them as Smart Meter Advisors. They will remain available through Friday, July 27, and will continue on Saturday, July 28 in Chinatown only.   The new meters are being installed as part of a pilot project to replace coin-only meters with new solar-powered meters that allow payment by credit and debit card and the addition of meter time via mobile phone. The project began on June 4 with the installation of 110 meters in the Civic Center area. The latest phase will install 231 meters on Downtown and Chinatown streets before Monday.   Wireless communication capability is incorporated into the meters for real-time online credit card authorization, which meets the highest Visa and MasterCard standards for credit card information security. No credit card information is ever stored on the meters or on any City information system.   Meter rates, maximum parking durations and enforcement practices will not be changed during the pilot project. Additional information and a customer feedback system will be available at www.ipsgroupinc.com/honolulu . The City will also solicit feedback on its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/honolulu.gov) and Twitter accounts (@HNL_Info; @hnldts).   -30-   Media contact: Louise Kim McCoy, Mayor's Office, 768-7798.     SMART METER ADVISOR ASSISTING RESIDENT     MAYOR PETER CARLISLE WITH SMART METER ADVISORS IN CHINATOWN HONOLULU

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 07/20/12 HART Set To Receive Nearly $47 Million In GET Collections For Rail

HART SET TO RECEIVE NEARLY $47 MILLION IN GET COLLECTIONS FOR RAIL   (Fri., July 20, 2012) − The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation will receive nearly $47 million in General Excise and Use Tax (GET) revenue collected during the second quarter of 2012.   The $46.99 million collected from April-June 2012 brings the total GET revenue received for the Honolulu rail project to $905.72 million.   "Passing the $900 million mark in GET-generated revenue shows that the financial picture for our rail project remains strong," said HART CEO and Executive Director Dan Grabauskas. "Our solid local funding source positions us well with the federal Transit Administration as we wait for word on the approval of our $1.55 billion in federal money through the Full Funding Grant Agreement."   The half-percent GET surcharge dedicated only to the Honolulu rail system began in January 2007 and is set to expire at the end of 2022. The surcharge is estimated to fund nearly 70 percent of the project's cost, with the remaining balance to be paid for by federal funding.   - 30 -   Media Contact: Scott Ishikawa. (808) 768-6172. cell: (808) 227-2350

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 07/20/12 Traffic Advisory: Sewer Work Next Week July 23-27

TRAFFIC ADVISORY:  SEWER WORK IN HONOLULU NEXT WEEK   (Fri., July 20, 2012) – The City's Department of Environmental Services said traffic will be affected next week as construction crews rehabilitate wastewater pipes in Honolulu.            City contractors will be installing wastewater pipe lining or repair on the following dates and locations:   §         July 23-25 (Pipeline Lining):    7:00pm - 5:00am  Cedar St (Rycroft St & Elm St) §         July 24 (Pipeline Lining):         7:00pm - 5:00am  Punahou St (S King St & S Beretania St) §         July 24-25 (Pipeline Lining):    7:30am - 3:30pm  Hobron Ln & Ena St §         July 24-27 (Pipeline Repair):   7:30am - 3:30pm  Kealohilani Ave (Kalakaua & Kuhio) §         July 26-27 (Pipeline Lining):    730am - 3:30pm   Ala Mona Blvd & Hobron Ln     -30-   Contact:  Markus Owens, ENV Public Communications Officer, 768-3454

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 07/19/12 Carlisle Comments On State Concerns About HFD-ESD Merger

CARLISLE COMMENTS ON STATE CONCERNS ABOUT HFD-ESD MERGER   (Thurs. July 19, 2012)—Mayor Peter Carlisle provided the following statement: "Today I received a letter from Dr. Loretta J. Fuddy, director of the State Department of Health (DOH), stating it was premature for the State to support a proposed merger between the Honolulu Fire and Emergency Services departments. The DOH oversees and regulates the emergency medical services contract. The letter reinforces my position that this issue must be approached with caution, and protecting public health and safety is still the top priority. "The State criticized the professional services of a consultant hired by the City before I became mayor to study the fiscal viability of a merger. The process of awarding this $175,000 contract has also been questioned and the City Ethics Commission is investigating the process. "Every contract awarded by the City must strictly follow procurement laws governing the state and counties. This year, the City and County of Honolulu for the first time received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the National Institute of Government Purchasing. "I remain fully confident that employees of the fire and emergency services departments will continue to provide exemplary levels of service to the public." -30-   Media contact: Louise Kim McCoy, Mayor's Office, 768-7798.

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 07/19/2012 Traffic Advisory: Section of Old Farrington Highway in Ewa to Close for Rail Project Work

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2012   TRAFFIC ADVISORY: SECTION OF OLD FARRINGTON HIGHWAY IN EWA TO CLOSE FOR RAIL PROJECTWORK   (Thurs., July 19, 2012)–The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) wants to inform drivers that Old Farrington Highway between Kualakai Parkway (North-South Road) and Old FortWeaver Road Loop will be closed beginning the evening of Sunday, July 22, for approximately three weeks as part of utility relocation work related to the rail project.             The 24-hour closure, to take place from July 22 to August 12, is needed to allow the project contractor to relocate a 30-inch water line along Old Farrington Highway just west of the Kahi Mohala Behavioral Center. The road closure was originally scheduled to begin Wednesday, July 18, but was postponed until July 22 because of other ongoing utility work.             Traffic in both directions of Old Farrington Highway will be detoured to either the H-1 Freeway or other nearby roadways. Drivers travelling between East Kapolei and the Ewa/Waipahu region will still be able to access either side by using either Kapolei Parkway or Geiger Road on the south end of Kualakai Parkway, or the H-1Freeway on the north end.  Motorists will still be able to access the Kahi Mohala facility during the detour.             Roadside electronic message boards will notify drivers about the upcoming road closure. Contractor Kiewit InfrastructureWest Co. is coordinating with TheBus in relocating bus stops along the affected area and in ensuring local employees and business-related traffic can continue to access the area.  Motorists who routinely use Old Farrington Highway should provide themselves extra time for their commute. For updates on construction work days and times, visit the project website at www.honolulutransit.org or contact our hotline at 566-2299.     # # #     Media Contact: Scott Ishikawa, (808) 768-6172, cell: (808) 227-2350.

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ROAD WORK WEEKLY REPORT   (Thu., July 19, 2012) − Scheduled road work for the week beginning July 22, 2012, for the Department of Design construction, Civil Division (Construction Management Branch), and Wastewater Division (Construction Management Branch) is listed below.  Road work is normally done between the hours of 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM unless otherwise noted.   AIEA Rehabilitation of Streets, Phase 1 (aka IDIQ #2) – Honomanu St.  Paving Honomanu St.  Permanent striping, adjusting manhole and installing traffic detector loops to follow.   HAWAII KAI Rehabilitation of Streets, Phase 1 (aka IDIQ #2) – Ainakoa Dr, Halekoa Dr, Hind Iuka Dr, Hao St, Kuliouou Rd, Keahole St, Kaluanui Rd, Kealahou St, Halemaumau St, Naio St, Kainui Dr.  Paving Halemaumau St.   HONOLULU Ala Moana Blvd / Auahi Street Sewer Rehab, Phase 1:  Rehabilitation of 36" sewer line along Ala Moana Boulevard between Ahui Street and Ward Avenue             (Estimated completion date, continuing through July 2012)   Houghtailing Street Area Sewer Rehabilitation:  Installation and rehabilitation of sewer lines and construction of new manholes along School Street.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through July 2012)   Kalihi/Nuuanu Sewer Rehabilitation Phase 1J (Area 8 – Pacific Heights)  Rehabilitation of approximately 1,400 linear feet of 6" and 2,300 linear feet of 8" sewer lines by cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) method.  A number of deteriorated manholes will also be repaired.  Star Road, Pacific Heights Road, Laniloa Road, Booth Road, and Hiolani Place will be affected.  Construction signs and police traffic control will be present.             (Estimated completion date, February 2013)   Rehabilitation of Localized Streets, Phase 7B – Kalihi Valley Upper Kalihi Valley – Ahuahu Pl, Akone Pl, Holua Pl, Holua Way, Iwaho Pl, Kalaepaa Dr, Kale Pl, Kuahiwi Way, Kuapapa Pl, Kuapohaku Dr, Kui Pl, Kuikele Pl, Kuikele St, Laelae Way, Mahani Lp, Manaiki Pl, Nalanieha St, Numana Rd, Papali Pl, Papali St, Piliwai St, Uaawa Pl, Ukiuki Pl, Umalu Pl, Valley View Dr   Lower Kalihi Valley – Ahihi St, Akahi St, Ema Pl, Elua St, Haaliki St, Kamanaiki St, Kamohoalii St, Kilohana St, Laulani St, Laumaile St, Lehua St, Machado St, Maliu St, Merkle St, Moani St, Monte St, Murphy St, Nihi St, Nobrega St, Noe St, Ohu St, Pahulu St, Palanehe Pl, Perry St, Puolani St, Violet St, Wailele St.   Rehabilitation project includes: cold planning; resurfacing of asphalt concrete pavements; reconstruction of failed asphalt concrete pavement areas identified by the contractor and confirmed by the City; adjustment of utility manhole frames and covers, and street survey monument frame and covers; installation of pavement markers, striping and markings; installation of vehicle detector loops; locating existing manholes, valve boxes, monuments, etc. with GPS survey equipment and providing ArcGIS data files to City Dept. of Planning and Permitting in required data format.   Kapiolani Boulevard Reconstruction (South Street to Ward Avenue): The project will reconstruct the asphalt pavement section and construct new Portland Cement Concrete pavement bus lanes in both directions; reconstruct existing curbs and gutters; reset and installation of rock curbs; installation of a new street lighting and traffic signal system and ancillary pull boxes.  The work includes the coordinating and performing trimming tree canopies and root pruning as necessary under the guidance of certified/qualified arborist.  Also, included will be the adjustment of existing utilities to grade, and permanent pavement markings; and restoration of the traffic loop sensors.             (Estimated Completion June 2013)   King Street Reconstruction between River Street and Bethel Street, Chinatown:  Rehabilitation of sewer lines and select laterals, sewer manhole frame and cover replacement, excavation; Installation and backfill for new 6", 8" & 12" water lines, fire hydrants, valves, manholes; Installation and backfill for new 6" drain lines, inlets and manhole connections; Excavation and backfill for new gas lines; Demonish existing concrete and A.C. pavements to install new work and adjust manholes & valves boxes to grade. Work will include portions of River Street, Kekaulike Street, Maunakea Street, Smith Street, Nuuanu Street and Bethel Street where they intersect with King Street. Multiple lane closures Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.             (Estimated completion date, May 2013)   Miscellaneous Drainage Improvements at Various Locations – Lokahi Street (McCully)  Construct concrete drain inlets, concrete drain catch basins, connect to existing drain line, and install drain pipes.             (Estimated Completion Date, continuing through July 2012)   Rehabilitation of Lusitana Street Bridge, Bridge No. 263:  Project consists of performing repairs and making improvements to the superstructure and railings of Lusitana Street Bridge on Oahu.             (Estimated completion date, February 2013)   Rehabilitation of Localized Streets, Phase 6A – McCully, Makiki, Moilili Areas  The work includes localized reconstruction of pavement and resurfacing of the streets indicated below; reconstruction of curbs, gutters, sidewalks and driveways are included; tree trimming, pruning and removal will be performed as necessary; post paving activities include permanent pavement markings and adjustment of utility manhole frames and covers to grade.  The affected roadways and limits of work are as follows:   Ahana Street, from Liona Street to Rycroft Street, Akala Lane, from King Street to Young Street, Akoko Street, from King Street to Young Street, Alder Street, from King Street to Kamaile Street, Algaroba Street, from Lokahi Street to 2128 Algaroba Street, Alohi Way, from Pensacola Street to Piikoi Street, Amana Street, from Kanunu Street to Makaloa Street, Artesian Street, from King Street to H-1 Freeway, Beverly Court, from Kinau Street to end, Bingham Street, from 360' East of Isenberg Street to Kaialiu Street, Birch Street, from King Street to Kamaile Street   Cedar Street, from Rycroft Street to makai end, Church Lane, from King Street to end, Citron Street, from Isenberg Street to ewa end, Coolidge Street, from Isenberg Street to King Street, Coyne Street, from 2121 Coyne Street to University Avenue, Cummins Street, from Queen Street to Waimanu Street, Elm Street, from Pensacola Street to Sheridan Street, Elsie Lane, from King Street to Young Street, Fern Street, from Kalakaua Avenue to Isenberg Street, Griffiths Street, from Beretania Street to Bingham Street, Hauoli Street, from Kapiolani Boulevard to King Street, Hausten Street, from Kapiolani Boulevard to King Street, Hihiwai Street, from University Avenue to Kamoku Street, Hoawa Lane, from King Street to Beretania Street, Hoawa Street, from Kapiolani Boulevard to Fern Street, Hoolai Street, from Pensacola Street to Piikoi Street, Hopaka Street, from Kona Street to Piikoi Street   Kaaha Street, from University Avenue to Kapiolani Boulevard, Kahakai Drive, from Kahakai Drive to Kahakai Drive, Kaheka Street, from Young Street to Kapiolani Boulevard, Kahoaloha Lane, from King Street to Nakookoo Street, Kaialiu Street, from Beretania Street to Bingham Street, Kalauokalani Way, from Makaloa Street to Kapiolani Boulevard, Kalei Road, from Kalele Road to end, Kalo Place, from Varsity Place to end, Kamoku Street, from Kaaha Street to Hihiwai Street, Kanunu Street, from Keeaumoku Street to Kalakaua Avenue, Kapaakea Lane, from King Street to end, Kawaiahao Street, from Ward Avenue to Kamakee Street, Kehena Place, from Old Waialea Road to end, Kemole Lane, from King Street to Beretania Street, Koali Road, from Old Waialae Avenue to mauka end, Kolo Place, from Varsity Place to end, Kuikahi Street, from Philip Street to Citron Street, Kuilei Street, from Kapaakea Lane to Waiaka Road,   Lauiki Street, from Hihiwai Street to Kamoku Street, Lime Street, from Isenberg Street to end, Liona Street, from Cedar Street to Sheridan Street; and from Keeaumoku Street to Kaheka Street, Lokahi Street, from Citron Street to Algaroba Street, Lunalilo Street, from Makiki Street to Keeaumoku Street, Mahi Place, from Puaena Place to end, Mahiai Place, from Mahiai Street to end, Mahiai Street, from Date Street to Kapiolani Boulevard, Makahiki Way, from King Street to end, Makaloa Street, from Kalakaua Avenue to Piikoi Street, Makiki Street, from Beretania Street to H-1 Freeway deadend, Manalo Street, from Waiola Street to Citron Street, Matlock Avenue, from Piikoi Street to Keeaumoku Street, Maunawai Place, from Kapiolani Boulevard to end, Nahaku Place, from Mahiai Street to end,   Paani Street, from Kapiolani Boulevard to Waiola Street, Palm Drive, from King Street to Young Street, Pawaa Lane, from King Street to Beretania Street, Philip Street, from Kalakaua Avenue to 1633 Philip Street, Poha Lane, from Beretania Street to King Street, Poni Street, from Kanunu Street to Makaloa Street, Puaena Place, from University Avenue to end, Pumehana Street, from Kapiolani Boulevard to King Street, Punahou Street, from King Street to Philip Street, Rycroft Street, from Sheridan Street to Pensacola Street, TMK: 2-3-19:60, off of King Street between Kaheka Street and Kalakaua Avenue, Varsity Circle, from Varsity Place to Varsity Place, Varsity Place, from University Avenue to Varsity Circle, Victoria Street, from King Street to H-1 Freeway deadend, Villa Lane, from Beretania Street to Young Street, Waimanu Street, from Ward Avenue to 999 Waimanu Street; and from 1051 Waimanu Street to Piikoi Street, Waiola Street, from Makahiki Way to Manalo Street, Wiliwili Street, from King Street to Kapiolani Boulevard, Young Street, from Pensacola Street to Isenberg Street   Highway Structure Improvements, Pacific Heights Road Retaining Wall, Vicinity of 2210 Star Road Removal and reconstruction of approximately 227 L.F. of concrete retaining wall with stone veneer facing; relocate joint utility poles and electrical lines for wall construction; replace existing electrical poles with new poles and lines; relocate existing streetlight fixtures on temporary poles for wall construction; install new streetlight fixtures on new poles; restore AC pavement fronting new wall; restore pavement markings and markers; relocate existing signs and posts; provide traffic controls during working and non-working hours.             (Estimated completion date, January 2013)   Bridge Rehabilitation at Various Locations I, FY 2009  Puowaina Drive Bridge over Auwaiolimu Street, Bridge No. 236  Repair of spalls in the concrete elements; repair of deteriorated CRM wall; replacement of concrete railing; strengthening concrete bridge sidewalks; shotcrete facing with soil/rock anchors; and miscellaneous repairs..             (Estimated completion date, February 2013)   Saint Louis Heights Sewer Rehabilitation:  Installation of cured in place pipe (CIPP), manhole rehabilitation, and lateral rehabilitation throughout Saint Louis Heights.  The contractor will also install new sewer lines via pipe bursting at 3 locations along Saint Louis Drive and one easement location between Saint Louis Drive and Frank Street.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through July 2012)   Rehabilitation of Streets, Unit 54 – Wilhelmina Rise, 13th Avenue to Matsonia Street  The work includes demolition and reconstruction of the existing PCC pavement and curbs identified on the plan.  Tree trimming, pruning and removal will be performed as necessary and as identified on the plan.  Adjustment of manholes and frames to grade as necessary; post paving activities include permanent pavement markings               (Estimated Completion July 2012)   Wilhelmina Rise Sewer Rehabilitation:  Installation of cured in place pipe (CIPP), lateral rehabilitation, and replacement of sewer lines by open trench.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through July 2012)   KAILUA Rehabilitation of Streets Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity IDIQ #3 – Aikahi Park.  The scope of work to be performed by the Contractor under this contract may include, but is not limited to: cold planning; slurry seal; crack seal; reconstructing curb and gutters/rolled curbs; resetting of lava rock curbs; aboricultural work; adjusting street survey monuments, utility manholes/boxes, frames and covers; installing pavement striping and markings; and reinstalling vehicle detector loops.  Slurry seal completed.  Kaneohe Bay Drive repair completed.             (Estimated completion date, June 2013)   Old Kalanianaole Road Drainage Improvements – Old Kalanianaole Road:  Repair existing storm drain culvert and headwalls, construct access roads, demolish existing CRM walls, remove trees, install new 72" slipliner pipe, construct new inlet and outlet structures, construct new CRM walls, and install new guardrails.             (Estimated completion date, October 2012)   KAIMUKI Rehabilitation Of Streets, Unit 57 – Kaimuki area The work includes reconstruction of pavement and resurfacing of streets; reconstruction of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and bus pads; tree trimming, root pruning and tree removal as necessary; pavement markings and markers, installation of vehicular detector loops, adjustment of street monuments to new finish grade, and adjustment / reconstruction of utility manhole / valve box frames and covers to new finish grade.   The affected roadways and limits of work are as follows:  Waialae Avenue from Kapahulu Avenue to 17th Avenue; 5th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to Harding Avenue; 6th Avenue from Harding Avenue to Pahoa Avenue; 7th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to Pahoa Avenue; 8th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to H-1 Freeway; 9th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to H-1 Freeway; 10th Avenue section crossing H-1 Freeway; 11th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to Harding Avenue; 12th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to H-1 Freeway; 13th Avenue from Keanu Street to Claudine Street; 14th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to Keanu Street; 15th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to Noeau Street; 16th Avenue from Waialae Avenue to end (mauka side); 17th Avenue H-1 Freeway to Noeau Street; and Moi Way, Anuhea Place, Ekaha Avenue, Hoku Avenue, Keanu Street, Noeau Street, Claudine Street, Koko Head Drive.             (Estimated completion date, December 23, 2013)   KANEOHE Rehabilitation of Streets Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity IDIQ #3 – Kaneohe: Mokulele Dr and Kaneohe Bay Dr.  The scope of work to be performed by the Contractor under this contract may include, but is not limited to: cold planning; slurry seal; crack seal; reconstructing curb and gutters/rolled curbs; resetting of lava rock curbs; aboricultural work; adjusting street survey monuments, utility manholes/boxes, frames and covers; installing pavement striping and markings; and reinstalling vehicle detector loops.  Slurry seal at Mokulele Drive completed.             (Estimated completion date, June 2013)   MAILI Maili Stream Flood Control Improvements.  Scopt of work: remove and replace existing damaged concrete channel lining; remove and replace existing chain link fence.             (Estimated completion date, December 2012)   MAKAKILO Rehabilitation of Streets Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity IDIQ #3 – Honokai Hale.  The scope of work to be performed by the Contractor under this contract may include, but is not limited to: cold planning; slurry seal; crack seal; reconstructing curb and gutters/rolled curbs; resetting of lava rock curbs; aboricultural work; adjusting street survey monuments, utility manholes/boxes, frames and covers; installing pavement striping and markings; and reinstalling vehicle detector loops.  Slurry seal completed.             (Estimated completion date, June 2013)   Rehabilitation of Localized Streets, Phase 7A – Aahualii Pl, Aahualii St, Ahikoe St, Ahiwa St, Akaawa Pl, Akaawa St, Akaula Pl, Akaula St, Ala Hoi St, Amaui Pl, Anipeahi Pl, Anipeahi St, Aoloko Pl, Aoloko St, Auwaea St, Awawa Pl, Awawa St, Elele Pl, Elele St, Hauone Pl, Hauone St, Helena St, Hoike Ply, Hoike Way, Hoina Pl, Hookeha Pl, Hookeha St, Hookomo St, Hunekai Pl, Hunekai St, Ihi Pl, Kahea St, Kaiaulu Pl, Kaiaulu St, Kakoo Pl, Kaleo Pl, Kaleo Way, Kewai Pl, Kikaha St, Kinohi Pl, Kohea Pl, Kohea Way, Kohupono St, Kokole Pl, Kokole St, Kuamu St, Leiole St, Leipapa Way, Lihau St, Liolio Pl, Mehani Pl, Mehani St, Mekila St, Moaka St, Nenelea St, Newa Pl, Newa St, Nohohale St, Nohana Pl, Nohana St, Nohopaa St, Nohopono St, Oahi Pl, Oloa Pl, Painiu Pl, Palahia Pl, Palahia St, Palailai Pl, Palailai St, Panana St, Pilipono St, Pueonani St, Puliko Pl, Puliko St, Uahanai Pl, Uahanai St, Ualehei St, Uhiuala St, Ulele Pl, Umena St, Wainohia Pl, Wainohia St, Wainohia Way.  This Rehabilitation of Localized Streets project includes: cold planning; resurfacing of asphalt concrete pavements; reconstruction of failed asphalt concrete pavement areas identified by the contractor and confirmed by the City; adjustment of utility manhole frames and covers, and street survey monument frame and covers; installation of pavement markers, striping and markings; installation of vehicle detector loops; locating existing manholes, valve boxes, monuments, etc. with GPS survey equipment and providing ArcGIS data files to City Dept. of Planning and Permitting in required data format.   MILILANI Rehabilitation of Streets Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity IDIQ #3 – Hookanahe St, Kanae St, Ahikao St, Hookaau St, Ainamakua Dr, Hookupu St, Milia St, Meanui St, Lauae St, Milia Pl, Paeli Pl, Ainakuai Pl, Akeake St, Pakau St, Puulu St, Kailewa St, Kahonua St, Alaume St, Alaume Pl, Lauae St, Ahea St, Liho St, Ahea Pl, Lilii Pl, Ahahuina Pl, Aelike St, Aelike Pl, Kahele St, Alenale Pl, Kahele Pl, Hoailona St, Hoailona Pl, Naaualii Pl, Haakualiki St, Haakualiki Pl, Alaoki St, Alaoki Pl, Hookowa St, Hookowa Pl, Kuauna Pl.   The scope of work to be performed by the Contractor under this contract may include, but is not limited to: cold planning; slurry seal; crack seal; reconstructing curb and gutters/rolled curbs; resetting of lava rock curbs; arboricultural work; adjusting street survey monuments, utility manholes/boxes, frames and covers; installing pavement striping and markings; and reinstalling vehicle detector loops.   Slurry seal Hookanahe St, Kanae St, Ahikao St, Hookaau St, Naaualii Pl and Ainakuai Pl. Permanent striping to follow             (Estimated completion date, June 22, 2013)   NUUANU Rehabilitation of Kimo Drive Bridge Over Nuuanu Stream, Bridge No. 260  Repair of spalls, concrete guardrails and bridge girders.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through July 2012)   PEARL CITY Rehabilitation of Streets, Phase 1 (aka IDIQ #2) – Oa St., Pahemo St, Lii Ipo St, Lokowai St, Lokowai Pl, Kanuku Pl, Kanuku St, Olepe Lp, Pahemo Pl, Hekaha St, Honomanu St, Pono St, Ponohale St, Ponohana Lp, Ponokaulike St, Ponokawila Pl, Ponokawila St and Kauhale St intersection.  Resurfacing Road work, June 28, 2012 page 6   Hekana St, Kanuku St, & Lii Ipo St.  Paving complete.  Adjusting manholes, permament striping and detector loops remaining.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through July 2012)   PEARLRIDGE Rehabilitation of Streets, Unit 51 – Moanalua Road, Kaahumanu Street, Hoomaemae Street, and Hoomalu Street:  Cold planing; excavation of existing asphalt concrete pavements; resurfacing and reconstruction of asphalt concrete pavements; portland cement concrete pavements; reconstruction of existing concrete curbs and/or gutters; arboricultural work; repair of catch basins; adjustment of utility manhole frames and covers; installation of pavement markings; vehicle detector loop installation; and traffic control.             (Estimated completion date, July 2012)   SALT LAKE Emergency Repairs to Mahiole Street Bridge over Manaiki Stream, Bridge No. 145:  Repair of spall/delamination.             (Estimated completion date, August 2012)   WAIKIKI Beachwalk Force Main Phase I:  2 Staging pits to be constructed along Ala Wai Boulevard from Kalakaua towards Ala Moana Boulevard for the microtunneling installation of new sewer line.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through July 2012)   WAIPAHU Rehabilitation of Localized Streets, Phase 7A – Akihiloa St, Ana Ln, Apowale St, Haakoa Pl, Hanawai Cir, Hapawalu Pl, Haulani St, Hene St, Hiahia Pl, Hiaku Pl, Hina St, Hinaea St, Hoomakoa St, Hula St, Hulahe St, Kahiki Pl, Kahu St, Kahuahele St, Kahuailani St, Kahuaina St, Kahualena Pl, Kahualena St, Kahualoa Pl, Kahualoa St, Kahuanani Pl, Kahuanani St, Kahuapili St, Kahuawai, Kenola Pl, Kipou St, Koaki St, Kopake St, Kuakolu Pl, Leolua St, Makamaka Pl, Mokuola St, Poailani Cir, Poailani Pl, Puloku St, Pupukahi Pl, Pupukahi St, Pupukoae St, Pupukui St, Pupukupa St, Pupuole Pl, Ulieo Pl, Ulieo St, Waipahu Depot Rd.   This Rehabilitation of Localized Streets project includes: cold planning; resurfacing of asphalt concrete pavements; reconstruction of failed asphalt concrete pavement areas identified by the contractor and confirmed by the City; adjustment of utility manhole frames and covers, and street survey monument frame and covers; installation of pavement markers, striping and markings; installation of vehicle detector loops; locating existing manholes, valve boxes, monuments, etc. with GPS survey equipment and providing ArcGIS data files to City Dept. of Planning and Permitting in required data format.   Paving Makamaka St, Hanawai Cir, Haakoa Pl, Waipahu Depot Rd, Puloku St, Ulieo St, Ulieo Pl, Akihiloa St. Adjusting manhole, traffic detector loop and permanent striping at various streets is on going.             Estimated completion date, July 2012)   PARADES, WALKS, RACES AND OTHER STREET CLOSURES   July 29, 2012 Sunday 5:20AM Starts 11:00AM Ends 32ND ANNUAL Tinman Triathlon sponsored by Tinman Unlimited. The event is expected to have 1,000 participants. Swim will be at: Queens Beach, Queen Kapiolani Park. then : Bike will start at Swim/Bike Transition area, to Kalakaua Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kahala Ave.,  to Kealaolu Ave., to Kalanianaole Hwy., to Lunalilo Home Rd., to Hawaii Kai Dr., to turnaround at Kealahou St., to Hawaii Kai Dr.,to Lunalilo Home Rd.,  to Wailua St., to Keahole St., to Kalanianaole Hwy.,  to  Kilauea Ave.,  to Elepaio St., to Kahala Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kalakaua Ave.,  to transition area in Queen Kapiolani Park, near bandstand Run will start at Kapiolani Park transition area, to  Kalakaua Ave.,  to Kapahulu Ave., to Paki Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., to 18th Ave.,  to Kilauea Ave., to Elepaio St., to Kahala Ave., to Diamond Head Rd.,  to Kalakaua Ave.,  to end at Honolulu marathon finish line. Contact:  Olga Caldwell 595-5317 Fax: 595-5317, E-mail:  tinmanhawaii@hawaii.rr.com  For more info, visit their website:  http://www.tinmanhawaii.com/   - 30 -   Contact: Department of Design and Construction, Civil Design Division, Construction Management - 768-8839, Wastewater Management Division, Construction Management - 768-8794, Department of Transportation Services, TST Division 768-8391.

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CITY RECYCLING COORDINATOR WINS NATIONAL INDUSTRY AWARD   (Wed., July 18, 2012)—Mayor Peter Carlisle today congratulated Suzanne Jones, the City's recycling coordinator, who was recognized as one of the top women professionals in the country in the recycling industry and selected as one of 12 professionals for the 2012 Rosie Award by Waste & Recycling News (WRN), a national industry publication.               More than 60 women in the recycling, waste and sustainability industries were nominated for the first-ever WRN Rosie Award, recognizing women who inspire greatness with leadership, work ethic, vision, creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship.               "Suzanne and her team have made great strides in recycling over the past two decades," Carlisle said. "She is well-known throughout our community for her passion and commitment to recycling. It's great to have her recognized on the national stage."               Jones is the recycling branch chief for the City's Department of Environmental Services.  She has been at the helm of Oahu's recycling efforts since the program's inception in 1989.                Under her guidance, recovery rates as well the public's awareness of recycling and waste-related issues have increased dramatically. Oahu today recycles five times more than 1990 and is ranked among the top cities in the country in landfill diversion. Whether you recycle at home, school or work, Jones most likely has played a role in the program or policy development.               "This honor came as a surprise," Jones said. "I learned my recycling team submitted the nomination, and I'm overwhelmed by their support. The award now means so much more to me."               She has earned national recognition for Honolulu as a 2012 Green City finalist, one of three top big cities for excellence in recycling. She was recently commended for her environmental leadership by the Keep the Hawaiian Islands Beautiful 2011 Mayors' Laulima Award, and honored by the Organization of Women Leaders as the 2011 Outstanding Woman of the Year in the public sector.               Jones has championed Hawaii's HI-5 beverage deposit program, which currently claims one of the highest redemption rates in the nation, and earned recognition from the EPA with an Environmental Award for Outstanding Achievement for pioneering the program in the islands.                 She has been instrumental in establishing and growing curbside recycling on Oahu and in fostering recycling in the workplace. She has developed key public education initiatives, including Oceanic Cable's Green Channel, Tour de Trash, and Discover Recycling Fairs, while managing the comprehensive www.opala.org website, a central information resource for the public for more than a decade.               Jones, who's originally from New York where she started her career in recycling as a consultant, is a University of Hawaii alumnus and lives in central Oahu with her husband and two children.     -30-   Media contact: Markus Owens, ENV Public Information Officer, 768-3454