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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                               August 3, 2012   ONLINE CAMPING PERMITS ACCESSIBLE ON MOBILE DEVICES   (Fri., August 3, 2012)—The City's Departments of Parks and Recreation, and Information Technology jointly announce the release of the responsive redesign of camping.honolulu.gov, which will facilitate online camping reservations on mobile devices.                Customers are now able to browse campsites and make reservations from iPhones, iPads, or various Android devices.  They will also be able to register and manage their own accounts from the device.  The Department of Parks and Recreation campsites are accessible online at camping.honolulu.gov.               For more information, contact the City's camping specialist at (808)768-2267, or email your questions as honolulucamping@honolulu.gov.        -30-

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/03/2012 Honolulu Zoo Chimpanzee Dies

HONOLULU ZOO CHIMPANZEE DIES (Fri., August 3, 2012)—The Honolulu Zoo is sad to report that its18-year-old chimpanzee has died. Ke`aloha (Kea), a favorite of zoo visitors for nearly two decades, passed away early this morning.             The cause of death is being determined, and extensive laboratory tests taken during the period when he began showing signs of illness are being reviewed. Earlier this week zookeepers were alerted that there were potential health issues when Kea became lethargic.            Kea was admitted to the Zoo's Veterinary Clinic Tuesday for a complete examination when he did not respond to medication.  The cause of death will be determined when all lab results are completed.               Kea is survived by his parents Roscoe and Kumi, and older brother Kibale. Members of the zoo staff are making all efforts to allow his survivors to express their loss and appropriate grieving behaviors. The Honolulu Zoo's chimpanzee community is comprised of five males and three females.   -30-   Contact:  Randy Leong, Deputy Director, Department of Enterprise Services, 768-5415 Dr. Ben Okimoto, DVM, Honolulu Zoo Veterinarian, 971-7180

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/03/2012 Traffic Advisory: Lane Closures For Archaeological Surveywork In Urban Honolulu

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 3, 2012   TRAFFIC ADVISORY: LANE CLOSURES FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEYWORK IN URBAN HONOLULU   The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) wants to inform drivers that archaeological survey work continues next week in the urban Honolulu area for the rail transit project.   Motorists are advised of lane closures related to the survey work being conducted in the Pearl Harbor, Airport and Kaka'ako areas. Work will require lane closures during non-peak traffic hours.   For the safety of both the work crews and motorists, the public is advised to proceed with caution through these areas. Drivers should anticipate possible traffic delays or use alternate routes during work hours, and provide a safe distance between themselves and the construction workers and equipment.   Work for the week of Sunday, August 5, through Saturday, August 11, will take place at the following locations between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.:   Kamehameha Highway between Salt Lake Boulevard and Aolele Street Queen/Waimanu Street between Kamakee Street and Pensacola Street Kona Street between Kamakee Street and Piikoi Street   The City is conducting the archaeological survey work along the urban Honolulu section of the Honolulu rail transit route to identify potential archaeological, historical and cultural resources. The archaeological work will aid rail project staff in their design of the elevated rail guideway.   Contractors Cultural Surveys Hawaii Inc. and Royal Contracting Co. are conducting the fieldwork. The survey work will be completed before rail construction begins in the urban Honolulu area, as specified under the rail project's programmatic agreement relating to cultural and historic resources.   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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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/03/12 Sewer Work in Honolulu Aug. 6-10

TRAFFIC ADVISORY:  SEWER WORK IN HONOLULU NEXT WEEK   (Fri., Aug. 3, 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 install wastewater pipe lining on the following dates and locations:   Aug 6:  7:30am – 3:30pm Poki St at Dominis St      Aug 7:  7:30am – 3:30pm Mauana Pl & Mott Smith Dr / Anapuni St at Wilder Ave / 1st Street Aug 8:  7:30am – 3:30pm Mott Smith & Lilo Pl / Kewalo St at Wilder Ave / Kapahulu at Kihei Aug 9:  7:30am – 3:30pm Liholiho & Wilder / 1216 Luna Pl / Wilder Ave at 3rd Ave Aug 10: 7:30am – 3:30pm Kilauea Ave & Apuwai Pl   -30-     Contact:  Markus Owens, ENV Public Communications Officer, 768-3454

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/03/2012 Mayor Carlisle Welcomes Sister-City Delegation From Kaohsiung

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                      August 3, 2012   MAYOR CARLISLE WELCOMES SISTER-CITY DELEGATION FROM KAOHSIUNG   (Fri., Aug. 3, 2012)—Mayor Peter Carlisle today welcomed to Honolulu a delegation from Kaohsiung City, Republic of China (Taiwan) to commemorate fifty years of sister-city ties and sign a reaffirmation agreement.   "The City and County of Honolulu is very proud of our half-century of friendship with Kaohsiung," Carlisle said. "Leaders and citizens of both cities have developed and nurtured a strong partnership through economic, cultural and social exchanges." The reaffirmation agreement signed by Carlisle and Kaohsiung Deputy Mayor Liu Shih-Fang renewed the cities' commitment to the ideals of friendship and mutual respect that first established the sister-city relationship in September of 1962.   To celebrate, the City will present a special Aloha Concert tomorrow (Sat., Aug. 4, 2012) from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Mission Memorial Auditorium, featuring performances by I-Bei Lin, University of Hawaii Associate Professor of Cello and Chamber Music; pianist Eric Wu; the Ka-Im Choir performing Taiwanese songs; Hula and Hawaiian music; and The World Games Tai-Zi group, performing the Techno Prince Nezha dance. The concert is free and open to the public.   A special photo exhibit featuring the work of artists from The Eyes of Honolulu Photographic Club and The Photographic Association of Kaohsiung will be on display at Honolulu Hale's Lane Gallery and 3rd Floor Gallery through August 19.   Kaohsiung was the fourth of 28 cities to officially become sisters of Honolulu. Over the years, Kaohsiung has presented Honolulu with important symbols of friendship and historical ties, including the pair of marble lucky lions at Hotel and Bethel streets, the bronze statue of Dr. Sun Yat-sen located at the Sun Yat-sen mall, and several dragon boats.   Carlisle and a delegation from Honolulu met with officials in Kaohsiung last year to discuss infrastructure and economic development issues.     -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 / 08/03/12 City Sets Ala Moana TOD Community Workshop

CITY SETS ALA MOANA TOD COMMUNITY WORKSHOP   (Fri., August 3, 2012) — The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) will hold the first of three community workshops for residents and businesses to create the Ala Moana Neighborhood Transit-Oriented Development Plan.               The workshop is set for Tuesday, August 7, from 6-8 p.m. in the McKinley High School Cafeteria. Light refreshments will be provided.               A rail transit station is planned next to the Ala Moana Shopping Center on Kona Street, and there are exciting possibilities for transit-oriented development (TOD) in the area surrounding the station. DPP will be soliciting ideas on how to best improve public spaces to facilitate TOD, as well as the kinds of development that should be reflected in private sector projects, including housing, retail, office and other uses.               The Ala Moana neighborhood is a vibrant, growing community with several major projects being contemplated, such as the redevelopment of the Central YMCA, new housing towers, and a Korean architecture-based "Korea Town." What community development goals and strategies for the future should be used to evaluate each of these proposals? Community representatives will be asked to develop these goals and strategies, beginning with the August 7 meeting.               Community participation is key to a successful transit-oriented development plan. DPP is seeking a diverse set of community members to share their ideas, priorities, as well as concerns, in putting together a comprehensive plan that lays out the foundation for improvements in the area.               For more information, visit http://www.honoluludpp.org/, or call Renee Espiau at 768-8050.   -30-   Media contact: Curtis Lum, Public Information Officer, Department of Planning and Permitting, 768-8284.

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/02/2012 Mayor Carlisle Breaks Ground On New City Park

MAYOR CARLISLE BREAKS GROUND ON NEW CITY PARK   (Thurs., Aug. 2, 2012)—Mayor Peter Carlisle today joined City parks officials and developer Haseko to break ground on the new 18.75-acre Ewa Beach District Park, at Keoneula Boulevard and Fort Weaver Road.   "This new City park will provide great recreational opportunities for everyone to enjoy," Carlisle said. "It will be an important asset for the entire community."   Through a public-private partnership, Haseko will construct basketball and volleyball courts, a ball field comfort station, parking and other improvements worth approximately $5 million. The park is expected to open in August of 2013.      -30-   Media contact: Louise Kim McCoy, Mayor's Office, 768-7798.

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ROAD WORK WEEKLY REPORT   (Wed., August 1, 2012) − Scheduled road work for the week beginning August 5, 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 August 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 August 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. Paving Kalaepaa Rd. Adjusting manhole, traffic detector loop and permanent striping will follow.   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 August 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 August 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 date, continuing through August 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 August 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.  Scope 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.  Completed paving except for Palailai St. Adjust manhole, traffic detector loop and permanent striping is on going.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through August 2012)   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 August 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 Hekana St, Kanuku St, & Lii Ipo St.  Paving complete.  Adjusting manholes, permament striping and detector loops remaining.             (Estimated completion date, continuing through August 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, continuing through August 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 August 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, continuing through August 2012)   PARADES, WALKS, RACES AND OTHER STREET CLOSURES   No events scheduled.   - 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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KAOHSIUNG-HONOLULU SISTER CITY CONCERT   (Wed., August 1, 2012) - Kaohsiung and Honolulu will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its Sister City relationship with an Aloha Concert on Saturday, August 4, 5 p.m., at the City's Mission Memorial Auditorium, 550 South King Street. The concert will feature performances by cellist I-Bei Lin, pianist Eric Wu, the Ka-Im Choir, and the Tai-Zi dance group. The concert is free and open to the public.   I-Be Lin is the Associate Professor of Cello and Chamber Music at the University of Hawaii and Eric Wu won several awards as a Punahou School student.  The Ka-Im Choir is known for its outstanding Taiwanese repertoire.   The rousing Techno Prince Nezha dance, perfomed by the Tai-Zi group, combines modern electronic dance beats with a Taiwanese legend and folk icons. The dance adopts modern music to transform a religious ritual into a lively pop performance suitable for celebrations. The dance was performed at the 2009 World Games held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.   Kaohsiung and Honolulu have enjoyed an enduring sister city relationship. The two marble Chinese lions guarding the entranceway of Honolulu's Chinatown, on Hotel Street, were presented as a gift to the city by Kaohsiung to commemorate of bicentennial of Chinese immigration to Hawaii.               The 50th annivesary celebration also includes an exhibit by The Eyes of Hawaii Photography Club at the Honolulu Hale's Lane Gallery through August 20 and an exhibit of photographs by members of the Photographic Society of Kaohsiung on the 3rd floor of Honolulu Hale.               The event is presented by the Mayor's Office of Economic Development, cultural and ethnic organizations, businesses and other groups.   - 30 -   Contact: Mayor's Office of Economic Development at 768-5761.