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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/30/13 Updated New Year's Day Trash Collection Schedule | ||||
| Monday, December 30, 2013 Media Contact: Markus Owens, ENV PIO, 768-3454 UPDATED NEW YEAR'S DAY TRASH COLLECTION SCHEDULE
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/30/13 Traffic Advisory: January Sewer Projects | ||||
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 30, 2013 Media Contact: Markus Owens, ENV Public Communications Officer, 768-3454 MAJOR SEWER PROJECTS DURING JANUARY KAPOLEI – The City and The projects include: Ø Ala Moana Boulevard/Auahi Street Sewer Rehabilitation, Phase 2 – Rehabilitation of an existing 6'x6' reinforced concrete main on Auahi St from Kamani St to Keawe St. Crews will be on the roads working from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday thru Friday, and from 8 pm to 5 am from Sunday nights to Thursday mornings, expected duration from February to December 2013. On Ø Ø Ø Moiliili-Kapahulu Sewer Rehabilitation/Reconstruction Sewer – Installation and rehabilitation of a new sewer line along Date St from Ø URL: Sewer Projects Construction Map Approximately 102 projects are underway focused on -30- |
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/27/13 Traffic Advisory: Sewer Work Dec. 30-Jan. 3 | ||||
| Friday, December 27, 2013 Media Contact: Markus Owens, ENV PIO, 768-3454 TRAFFIC ADVISORY: SEWER WORK IN KAPOLEI – The City's Department of Environmental Services said traffic will be affected next week as construction crews rehabilitate wastewater pipes in and around the City contractors will conduct sewer pipe work on the following dates and locations:
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/27/13 Traffic Advisory: Lane closures for Honolulu rail transit project | ||||
| December 27, 2013 Traffic Advisory: Lane closures for Honolulu rail transit project The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) would like to inform drivers about lane closures next week related to design and construction work for the Honolulu rail transit project. Motorists are advised that work along the 20-mile rail route from East Kapolei to Ala Moana Center 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 their vehicles and workers and equipment: West Oahu/Farrington Highway Section (East Kapolei to Waipahu) Farrington Highway in Ewa between Kualakai Parkway (North-South Road) and Old Fort Weaver Road is closed in both directions until April of next year for utility relocation and column work for the elevated rail guideway. The 24/7 road closure allows work crews to safely relocate major utility lines along a narrow two-lane stretch of Farrington Highway, just west of the Kahi Mohala Behavioral Center. Following the utility relocation work, project contractor Kiewit will conduct shaft and column work as part of the planned rail guideway near that section of highway. Drivers traveling between East Kapolei and the Ewa/Waipahu region will still be able to use either the H-1 Freeway on the north end of Kualakai Parkway, or Kapolei Parkway on the south end. Motorists who routinely use Farrington Highway in Ewa should provide themselves extra time for their commute. The Kamehameha Highway southbound ramp onto Farrington Highway in Waipahu will be closed for streetlight relocation work from 8 p.m. Thursday, January 2 until 4 a.m. the following morning. The inside lanes of Farrington Highway in both directions fronting Waipahu High School near Kahualii Street will be closed from Sunday, December 29, to Thursday, January 2 between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. No work is scheduled for New Year's Day, Wednesday, January 1. The westbound lanes of Farrington Highway in Waipahu between Leoku and Leokane streets will be closed from Sunday, December 29 to Thursday, January 2 between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. for utility relocation work. No work is scheduled for New Year's Day, Wednesday, January 1. The inside lanes of Farrington Highway in Ewa just west of the Kunia Road overpass will be closed from Sunday, December 29 to Thursday, January 2 between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. for utility relocation work. No work is scheduled for New Year's Day, Wednesday, January 1. Kamehameha Highway Section (Pearl City to Aloha Stadium) The inside eastbound lane of Kamehameha Highway in Pearl City between Kuleana Road and the HECO-Waiau power plant has been reopened to motorists. The lane had been previously closed for test shaft work.
The inside eastbound lane of Kamehameha Highway between Hekaha and Kanuku streets and the eastbound left-turn lane at the intersection of Kamehameha Highway and Kanuku Street will be closed 24 hours a day, seven days a week until mid-March as part of drill shaft test work:
Airport Section (Aloha Stadium to Kalihi) No weekly lane closures are scheduled along the airport section of the rail alignment. City Center Section (Kalihi to Ala Moana Center) Lane closures will take place in Kalihi at the following location on Monday, Thursday and Friday (December 30 and January 2 and 3) between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for soil testing:
Lane closures will take place in Kakaako at the following locations on Monday, Thursday and Friday (December 30 and January 2 and 3) between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for soil testing:
Lane closures will take place in Kaka'ako at the following location from Monday, December 30 to Friday, January 3 between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for soil testing:
For updates on work days and times, visit the project website at http://www.honolulutransit.org/ or contact our hotline at 566-2299. -END- Media Contact: Scott Ishikawa. (808) 768-6172. cell: (808) 227-2350. |
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/27/13 Traffic Advisory: Sewer Work Dec. 30-Jan. 3 | ||||
| Friday, December 27, 2013 Media Contact: Markus Owens, ENV PIO, 768-3454 TRAFFIC ADVISORY: SEWER WORK IN KAPOLEI – The City's Department of Environmental Services said traffic will be affected next week as construction crews rehabilitate wastewater pipes in and around the City contractors will conduct sewer pipe work on the following dates and locations:
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/27/13 Recycle Your Christmas Tree | ||||
| Friday, December 27, 2013 Media Contact: Markus Owens, ENV PIO, 768-3454 CHRISTMAS |
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/20/13 No Refuse Collection Christmas Day | ||||
| Friday, December 20, 2013 Media Contact: Markus Owens, ENV PIO, 768-3454 UPDATED |
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/20/13 Traffic Advisory: Sewer Work Dec. 23-27 | ||||
| Friday, December 20, 2013 Media Contact: Markus Owens, ENV PIO, 768-3454 TRAFFIC ADVISORY: SEWER WORK IN KAPOLEI – The City's Department of Environmental Services said traffic will be affected next week as construction crews rehabilitate wastewater pipes in and around the City contractors will conduct sewer pipe work on the following dates and locations:
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/19/13 Kawai Nui Model Airplane Field closure | ||||
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Kawai Nui Model Airplane Field closure KAILUA – The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a temporary flight restriction for security purposes during President Barack Obama's visit to Hawaii, which applies to outdoor model aircraft operations. As a result, the city's Kawai Nui Model Airplane Field will be closed, including the parking lot, tomorrow through Sunday, January 5, 2014, subject to change. Groups that regularly use the field have been notified, and a sign will be posted at the gate indicating the closure. -END- Jesse Broder Van Dyke Communications Director Mayor Kirk Caldwell City & County of Honolulu Direct: (808) 768-6928 Cell: (808) 489-0341 |
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / July 23, 2013 Mayor Caldwell signs bills banning smoking at parks and bus stops, signs 'Ewa Development Plan | ||||
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Mayor Caldwell signs bills banning smoking at parks and bus stops, signs 'Ewa Development PlanWaikiki – Mayor Kirk Caldwell held a signing ceremony Sunday at Kuhio Beach to enact two bills banning smoking at city parks and at TheBus stops. "This is about the health of the people of Oahu," said Mayor Caldwell. "We have one of the longest life expectancies in the country, and we achieve that by looking out for one another. These smoking bans are intended to allow our keiki, residents, and visitors to enjoy our beaches and parks without being exposed to cancer-causing second-hand smoke, or to ride TheBus without being exposed." Bill 25, introduced by City Council Vice Chair Ikaika Anderson bans smoking at all city parks and beaches, except city golf courses. "If the city is to prohibit smoking at City parks to protect the public from the dangers of secondhand smoke, we must prohibit smoking at all city parks and not just a select few," said Councilmember Anderson. "I am pleased that my colleagues on the City Council agree with this uniform no-smoking policy at our city parks, and that Mayor Kirk Caldwell promptly signed this ordinance. Congratulations to all members of the community who worked very hard to protect public health in Honolulu." Bill 28, introduced by Councilmember Ron Menor, bans smoking at all TheBus stops. The ban applies within 20 feet of any bus stop sign or any bus shelter. "Bill 28 is about promoting the health and well-being of bus riders who are exposed to second-hand smoke while waiting at bus stops," said Councilmember Menor. "Exposure to second-hand smoke can be especially problematic at bus stops where bus riders are oftentimes standing or sitting next to one another in close proximity. In these situations, it is difficult for bus riders who are non-smokers to avoid inhaling the second-hand smoke if another bus rider chooses to light up a cigarette right next to them. This bill would also help to ensure that the City & County of Honolulu remains at the forefront of setting public health policies." Councilmember Stanley Chang introduced a bill banning smoking at certain city beaches which was passed and signed into law earlier this year. "I would like to thank the Mayor for his approval on these two measures which restrict smoking at public areas in the city," said Councilmember Chang. "I have received overwhelming support in favor of having our beaches and open spaces clean and smoke-free, and creating a healthy environment for our residents and guests as well." The prohibition against smoking in city parks and at bus stops becomes effective January 1st. Penalties range from a $100 fine for the first violation to $500 for three or more violations. In addition, on Monday, July 22, Mayor Caldwell signed Bill 65 (2012), the 'Ewa Development Plan. On Tuesday, July 23, Mayor Caldwell returned unsigned Bill 27, relating to city forms, allowing the legislation to become law without his signature. All four bills, 25, 27, 28, and 65 (2012), were passed by the Honolulu City Council on July 10. -END- Jesse Broder Van Dyke Communications Director Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell Direct: (808) 768-6928 Cell: (808) 489-0341 |
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| You are here: Main / Customer Services / Public Communications Division / 2013 / 12/18/13 Firecracker permits on sale through Friday, December 20 | ||||
| Wednesday, December 18, 2013 Contact: Fire Captain Terry Seelig, Public Information Officer, 723-7117 Jesse Broder Van Dyke, 768-6928 Firecracker permits on sale through Friday, December 20 HONOLULU – Mayor Caldwell and the Honolulu Fire Department are reminding the public that firecracker permits are required for using firecrackers during the 2013 New Year's Eve celebration and that permits are available now through Friday, Dec. 20, 2013. "Firecrackers are a big part of celebrating New Year's Eve in Hawaii," said Mayor Caldwell. "We want people to have fun and use them safely and legally, so they can enjoy the New Year. The deadline for getting a permit is Friday and I encourage everyone who plans on using firecrackers for New Year's to come to a Satellite City Hall and obtain a permit." Honolulu's fireworks ordinance requires that permits be obtained no less than ten days before they are used. For New Year's Eve celebrations, firecrackers may be set off, ignited, or discharged from 9 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2013, until 1 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2014. Each permit will allow the purchase of not more than 5,000 firecrackers from licensed retailers. Honolulu's fireworks ordinance also requires that firecrackers be purchased from licensed retailers no more than five days prior to use. Firecrackers can be sold from Dec. 26, 2013, at 12:01 a.m. to 12 midnight on Dec. 31, 2013. Only firecrackers that are purchased with a permit from licensed retailers are legal on Oahu. Other fireworks, including paperless firecrackers, fountains and sparklers, are illegal on Oahu. Firecracker permits are $25 and may be obtained at Satellite City Halls. Please remember, Satellite City Halls are not open on Saturdays therefore Friday, Dec. 20, 2013 is the last day firecracker permits will be sold. Permits are not available at fire stations. Last year 8,564 firecracker permits were issued and as of the close of business on Monday, Dec. 16, a total of 3,025 permits have been issued for 2013.
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