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ROAD WORK WEEKLY REPORT   (Thu., August 9, 2012) − Scheduled road work for the week beginning August 12, 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.  Completed 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)   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)   PALOLO Rehabilitation of Streets, Phase 1 (aka IDIQ #2) – Waiomao Rd, Puunoa Pl, Mahana St, Kalua Rd, Paalea St, 8th Ave, 9th Ave, Kiwila St.  Paving Waiomao Rd, adjusting manholes, permanent striping to follow.   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   August 12, 2012 Sunday 6:00AM Starts 8:00AM Ends NORMAN TAMANAHA MEMORIAL 15K RUN sponsored by Midpacific Roadrunners. The event is expected to have 500 runners.  The event will start at Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., to Paki Ave., to Diamond Head Rd.,  to Paikau St., to 22nd Ave., to Kilauea Ave., to Waialae Ave., to Kealaolu St., to Kahala Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kalakaua Ave., to end at Honolulu Marathon Finish Line.  Contact John Simonds  373-3609, E-mail:  simondsj001@hawaii.rr.com  For more info, visit their website:  http://www.mprrc.com/   August 19, 2012 Sunday 8:00AM Starts 11:00AM Ends MOUNTAINMAN TRIATHLON sponsored by Boca Hawaii. The event is expected to have 150 athletes.  Swim will be offshore of Kualoa Ranch Beach.  Participants cross Kam Hwy., approx. 9:30 am with HPD assistance. Bike race will be on Kualoa Ranch. Run will be on Kualoa Ranch Property. Contact: Raul Torres De Sa 737-8985  For more info,  visit their website:  http://www.bocahawaii.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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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/09/12 DOT Launches Annual "Beat The School Jam" Campaign

DOT LAUNCHES ANNUAL "BEAT THE SCHOOL JAM" CAMPAIGN, ZIPPERLANE REQUIREMENTS TO BE LOWERED, DAYTIME LANE CLOSURES POSTPONED   (Thurs., August 9, 2012) — As part of the annual "Beat the School Jam" campaign, the state Department of Transportation (DOT) announced today plans to postpone construction-related lane closures during daylight hours on major highways on Monday, August 20, through Friday, August 24, to alleviate traffic congestion during the week when approximately 40,000 university, college, and private school students begin their fall semesters.               "We want to remind motorists to expect additional traffic on our roadways, especially beginning Monday, August 20," said DOT Director Glenn Okimoto. "57,000 university and private school students will be returning to classes throughout the month of August, so we encourage people to make use of alternative modes of transportation like carpooling, bicycling, walking or riding TheBus to avoid the increased traffic."               To help maintain traffic flow with the added congestion, DOT also announced that ridership requirements for the H-1 Freeway ZipperLane and the Nimitz Highway Contraflow Lane will be modified beginning on Monday, August 13. Vehicles with two or more passengers will be able to use the lanes for the full operating hours from 5:30 to 8:30 a.m., during weekday morning rush-hours. "The ZipperLane ridership changes will help to balance the traffic flow by maximizing the use of all available lanes into the Honolulu area," said Okimoto. "The changes will begin on Monday, August 13, to give motorists an extra week to adjust their schedules to find the best possible fit."               Commuters are encouraged to take advantage of the www.GoAkamai.org traffic information website to make commutes easier and faster. The website is continuously updated and provides a color-coded congestion map and snapshots from over 200 traffic cameras around Oahu. Also provided are links to both city and state construction lane closures and trip-planning information from TheBus. The website is a collaborative effort of the DOT and the City and County of Honolulu.               Motorists are advised to adjust their commute times accordingly to avoid peak travel periods and are reminded to properly maintain and inspect their vehicles to avoid becoming potential road hazards. Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) tow trucks will be on-duty to provide free emergency roadside service to keep traffic moving on the H-1, H-2 and H-201 Moanalua Freeways between the Kunia, Waipio, and University areas from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays, excluding holidays. Stranded motorists can call FSP at 841-HELP (4357). For more info, visit www.fsphawaii.com.               Transportation alternatives include biking to work, taking TheBus, and signing students up for public or private school buses. Carpooling or vanpooling with a neighbor or friend can also allow motorists to utilize both High Occupancy Vehicle lanes (two or more individuals per vehicle) on our state highways and the H-1 Freeway ZipperLane and Nimitz Highway Contraflow Lane. During the daytime construction hiatus on August 20 through 24, emergency closures, nighttime construction and roadwork that does not involve lane closures, such as shoulder maintenance or landscaping work, may still be scheduled.               Along with regular city bus service, TheBus offers express service during the morning and afternoon rush-hours and will be working with schools and businesses to encourage more ridership. Students from sixteen universities and colleges can purchase discounted U-Pass bus passes. Employers can participate in the City's tax-deductible bus pass program for their employees. For more information, call 848-5555 or visit www.thebus.org.             The Leeward Oahu Transportation Management Association (LOTMA) manages programs designed to accommodate the growing travel needs of Leeward Oahu communities including free carpool matching. For more information, call 677-RIDE (7433) or visit www.lotma.org.

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/09/12 HART To Add 800 Train Car Seats

HART TO ADD 800 TRAIN CAR SEATS     (Thu., August 9, 2012) − The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART), at the direction of its board of directors, announced Thursday that it will pursue adding 800 passenger seats to its rail-car fleet.   Seating in each two-car train will increase by more than 25 percent, going from 76 to 96 seats, while still retaining room for luggage, bikes and surfboards, according to HART CEO and Executive Director Daniel Grabauskas.   "The public has told us that they would like more seats on the trains and we've listened," Grabauskas said. "The increased seating will be designed to enhance the riding experience and to increase passenger comfort."   Grabauskas said the cost for the additional seats will be made up by savings incurred from recent cuts to HART's budget.   "Any cost savings we can yield will be redirected to the design and construction of the rail system," Grabauskas said. "Oahu's state-of-the art rail system will be safe, reliable and comfortable. And the addition of seats is part of that overall goal.We need to be flexible and open to making adjustments that are in consumers' and taxpayers' best interest – and that's what we've done here."   The 20-mile rail transit route will run from East Kapolei to Ala Moana Center, with stops at major employment and destination centers, including Aloha Stadium, Pearl Harbor, Honolulu International Airport and Downtown Honolulu near Aloha Tower. Trains will arrive every three minutes at the stations during morning and afternoon rush hours.   - 30 -   Media Contact: Jeanne Mariani-Belding (808) 768-6145, cell: (808) 489-2530

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/08/12 Royal Hawaiian Band's August 12 Concert Moved

ROYAL HAWAIIAN BAND'S AUGUST 12 CONCERT MOVED     (Wed., August 8, 2012) − The Royal Hawaiian band concert on Sunday, August 12, will be held at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel Coconut Grove, the hotel's garden area.  The location of the Sunday performance was changed because of construction work at Kapiolani Park Bandstand.               For the monthly schedule of performances go to www.rhb-music.com/     - 30 -

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MAYOR CARLISLE INVITES TEACHERS TO 'DISCOVER RECYCLING' EVENT   (Wed., Aug. 8, 2012)—Mayor Peter Carlisle and his environmental services team encourage Oahu teachers to attend the 8th annual Discover Recycling event on Saturday, September 22 – a one-day showcase of recycling resources for schools and educators. The event includes a bus tour of Oahu's recycling and waste processing facilities and a visit to a "green" school, followed by a "Zero-Landfill" lunch and a presentation of resources offered by the City to help schools recycle and to teach recycling in the classroom.   "Education is key to the success of recycling, and our kids can play a significant role," said Carlisle. "Recent surveys have confirmed that household recycling levels are affected by the knowledge of the entire family. Students who learn about recycling at school are able to take that expertise home to help their family recycle more."   The Discover Recycling event is free for teachers, but registration is required. Teachers can register by calling 768-3200. More information is available at http://www.opala.org/ .   The City's Department of Environmental Services has much to offer teachers and schools: Tour de Trash field trips, student activity books, recycling education shows, campus recycling project assistance, and more. The http://www.opala.org/ website is the central tool for tapping into the City's resources, and attending Discover Recycling brings it all to life. Click on the site's Learning Center link for more information.   Another educational opportunity is the "Sort it Out" recycling show that tours Oahu's schools. Through a partnership with the Honolulu Theatre for Youth, "Sort It Out" will continue for a third season, from January through March 2013. The show features a 60-minute play filled with song, laughter and games – entertaining students while educating them about the City's curbside recycling program. The shows are free, but schools are advised to reserve early, as limited shows are available. For more information, contact HTY Schools Reservation Manager at 839-9885 or email schools@htyweb.org   The City has long emphasized the importance of effective public education to the success of recycling. This year, Honolulu was among the top three finalists for the national 2012 Green City Award, and Honolulu's recycling coordinator received national recognition as one the top women professionals in the recycling industry. On July 26th, the City's Curbside Recycling Public Education campaign was recognized by the Public Relations Society of America with a Koa Anvil Award.   The Anvil awards recognize comprehensive campaigns, and are judged on the effectiveness of the research, strategic planning, creative execution and results. The components of the City's campaign included The Green Channel on Oceanic Time Warner Cable 332, the www.opala.org website, the school recycling shows and student activity books, a partnership with Costco to provide in-store recycling education, and a comprehensive analysis presented in the Curbside Recycling Program Evaluation and Strategic Planning Report. Judges notes "excellent use of research both before and after the campaign launch" and "very thorough research and good results."   The City plans to sustain and expand upon these creative educational programs as we move forward to further increase recycling in the coming year.   -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 / 08/07/12 Smoke Testing in Kaneohe Aug. 10-17

CITY SMOKE TESTING WASTEWATER PIPES IN KANEOHE   (Tue., Aug. 7, 2012) – The City's Department of Environmental Services (ENV) will smoke test a portion of the wastewater collection system in Kaneohe August 10-17.            The daytime testing, which may last up to a week, is part of ENV's preventative maintenance program to prevent rainwater from entering the sewer system. ENV crews pump smoke into sewer pipes, examine whether smoke escapes and record its location. The smoke used is non-toxic, harmless and minimal odor. The smoke is neither a fire hazard nor health hazard to humans and pets.            Tests locate broken pipes, illegal connections, open cleanouts and other paths for runoff to enter the sewer system. Runoff from heavy rain can overwhelm and surcharge the sewer system and treatment plants, causing sanitary sewer overflows.            Residents and affected businesses were notified by mail and door notices. In addition, ENV will contact Fire and Police communications centers at the beginning of each testing day. The attached map illustrates the streets that will be tested.                                                                                                                                                      -30-     Contact:  Markus Owens, ENV Public Communications Officer, 768-3454

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/07/12 Construction Starts On Train Maintenance Facility, System Control Center In Waipahu

CONSTRUCTION STARTS ON TRAIN MAINTENANCE FACILITY, SYSTEM CONTROL CENTER IN WAIPAHU   (Tue., August 7, 2012) − Construction begins this week on the Honolulu rail transit system's train Maintenance and Storage Facility (MSF) in Waipahu, the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) announced today.   The train maintenance facility will be located on a 43-acre site off Farrington Highway between Leeward Community College and Waipahu High School. The site will also house the train control center that will operate the 20-mile elevated rail system from East Kapolei to Ala Moana. A short blessing was held yesterday.   "This facility will house the 'brains and trains' of the rail system in which the driverless trains and other rail operations will be controlled from this location," HART CEO and Executive Director Dan Grabauskas said. "This latest construction underway shows the rail project continues moving forward and is on the right track."   Along with the train system control center, the facility will house a maintenance building for track inspection and repairs; a train vehicle wash facility; and train wheel repair center.   Contractor Kiewit/Kobayashi, a Joint Venture will conduct grading work on weekdays between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Lane closures are not required for this portion of the work, but drivers and pedestrians using Ala Ike Street connecting to Leeward Community College should watch for construction vehicles entering and exiting the construction site. The public is advised to proceed with caution around the designated work zones and to not cross any barricades fencing off the work areas.   The facility will be environmentally-friendly and meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification, with sustainable features including natural lighting and ventilation in buildings; use of recycled construction materials wherever possible; and water-efficient landscaping.   Kiewit/Kobayashi, a Joint Venture, was awarded the $195 million contract in 2010 to design and build the facility.   - 30 -   Media Contact: Scott Ishikawa cell: (808) 227-2350, office (808) 768-6172.

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You are here:  Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2012 / 08/07/2012 Classes offered to improve permit process

CLASSES OFFERED TO IMPROVE PERMIT PROCESS   (Tuesday, August 7, 2012)— The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) and the Building Industry Association (BIA) will hold a series of seminars in August and September to improve the quality of permit applications. The goal of this program is to reduce the delays in reviewing and approving permits for construction and development projects.               "It's crucial to shorten the time it takes to approve a permit application in order to provide significant savings to both businesses and residents," Mayor Peter Carlisle said. "This is a great example of the public and private sectors working together to improve government services."               The "how-to" classes are being offered as an educational opportunity for planning, design and construction professionals, as well as the public, to learn more about the City's planning and permitting process. DPP processed nearly 22,000 building permit applications last fiscal year, and many of these permits required multiple reviews before they were finally approved. In a joint effort to streamline and speed up the issuing of permits, the DPP and BIA are collaborating to ensure applications and construction drawings are as accurate and complete as possible to maximize the efficiency of the review process.                The topics will include general planning, land use permits, engineering and subdivision permits, building permits, and general permitting. The first session will be held August 28-30 and the same set of classes will be repeated September 17-20, 2012.  All classes will be conducted at the Building Industry Association-Hawaii center at 94-487 Akoki St. in Waipahu.               For more information and a list of classes, visit www.biahawaii.org, or www.honoluludpp.org.   -30-   Media contact: Curtis Lum, Public Information Officer, Department of Planning and Permitting, 768-8284.