CIP Funding Release: Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital
July 21, 2022
NCSL Special Briefing on State, Federal Housing Policy with Representative Nakamura
This congressional briefing on July 14, featuring Rep. Nadine Nakamura, Jennifer Schwartz from the
National Council of State Housing Agencies and NCSL’s Cameron Rifkin, highlighted state and federal
housing policy, along with federal COVID spending, the LIFELINE Act and housing policy collaboration
among the states.
July 18, 2022
Project Vision's Hygiene Center Visit
Visited Project Vision’s hygiene center at All Saints Chuch last week. Mahalo to Allen Huber, Darnell Sugioka for
providing showers, food, and clothing for our houseless community once a week at this site. Thanks to All Saints
members Ron Morinishi and Wayne Doliente for serving food; and Linda and David Crocker for distributing laundry
supplies. Mobile hygiene unit was super clean and users were thankful. Wound care is usually provided…All under
the shade of All Saint’s kamani tree, providing peace and calm to all.
May 18, 2022
Rep. Nakamura's House Floor speech on the passage of HB2233: Relating to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Bill
HB2233 provides First-to-Work participants in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and
Temporary Assistance for Other Needy Families programs up to $500 per month for rental assistance,
benefiting over 4,000 working families participating in both programs.
Your Opinion Needed: Kapaa Public Library Community Survey
May 10, 2022
House Speaker Scott Saiki Announces $1 Billion Secured for Affordable Housing
May 10, 2022
Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital TOD Master Plan Community Meeting #2
May 9, 2022
The Garden Island Newspaper Article: State Legislature Closes an Ambitious Session
Representative Nakamura and the Kauai legislative delegation featured in The Garden Island Newspaper
discussing the conclusion of the legislative session.
Representative Nakamura is featured on KITV and Hawaii News Now, Discussing the Affordable Housing Legislation
Representative Nakamura is featured on KITV and Hawaii News Now, discussing the approval of $1 billion for affordable housing this legislative session.
Click here to view Representative
Nakamura's 2022 mid-session newsletter.
March 22, 2022
2022 Community Heroes Awards Deadline Extended to Friday, March 25, 2022
The 2022 Community Heroes Awards nomination deadline has been extended to this Friday, March 25, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.
Submit the completed application to communityheroeshawaii@gmail.com. The updated applications can be found below.
Nomination Form Application Form
More information about the award can be found on
Kanu Hawai’i’s website. The awardees will be recognized virtually during Volunteer Week on Saturday, April 16, 2022.
March 16, 2022
Representative Nakamura Featured in a Civil Beat Article Highlighting Housing Bills
Representative Nakamura is featured in a Civil Beat article, which highlights five bills in the
2022 legislative session related to housing in Hawaii.
Click here to read the full article.
March 8, 2022
2022 Housing Committee Mid-Session Update
The 2022 mid-session highlights was released on March 8, summarizing selected accomplishments of
the Hawaii House of Representatives during the 2022 legislative session. The highlights for the
Housing Committee is provided below.
The full update can be found here.
March 4, 2022
Affordable Housing Discussion with Insights on PBS Hawai'i
A discussion with Insights on PBS Hawai'i on the continuing affordable housing crisis in Hawaii took place
on Thursday, March 3, 2022. Panelists include House Housing Chair Representative Nadine Nakamura, Senate
Housing Chair Senator Stanley Chang, Kenna Stormgipson (Hawai'i Appleseed Center for Law and Economic
Justice) and Lindsay Pacheco (Founder of Ka Po'e O Kaka'ako). The discussion has been uploaded on YouTube
and on PBS Hawai'i's website.
March 4, 2022
House of Representative's Pass Resolution in Support of Ukraine
The House of Representative’s passed a resolution on March 4, 2022 condemning Russia’s unprovoked attack on Ukraine and standing
in support of the people of Ukraine.
February 28, 2022
Affordable Housing Discussion with INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAI'I on Thursday, March 3, 2022
On Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 7:30-8:30 PM, Representative Nakamura will be discussing legislation related to increasing affordable housing options in Hawaii with INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAI'I.
This discussion with PBS Hawai'i will be available to watch on the following stations:
A live stream of the discussion will also be available at
pbshawaii.org
Join the discussion by emailing a question in advance or during the program to insights@pbshawaii.org, by leaving a question or comment on PBS Hawai'i's
Facebook livestream or by calling 808-462-5000 (O'ahu) and 808-238-4847 (Neighbor Islands).
February 25, 2022
Watch the 2022 Housing Event on YouTube
February 23, 2022
2022 Community Heroes Awards Call for Nominations
The Community Heroes Awards has announced its call for nominations for 2022.
Submit the Nomination Form
(here) via email to communityheroeshawaii@gmail.com by March 21, 2022.
The awardees will be recognized virtually during Volunteer Week on Saturday, April 16,
2022. More information about the rules and criteria for nominations can be found on
Kanu Hawai'i's website.
Contact the Office of Senator Bennette E. Misalucha at 808-586-6230 for any additional questions.
February 16, 2022
Join Us for Housing Day on Tuesday, 2/22/2022
Please join Senate Housing Chair Stanely Chang and I for Housing Day on Tuesday,
February 22, 2022 at 1 pm. Register for the event at
bit.ly/housday22 February 8, 2022
HSG/HOU TOD Informational Briefing
An informational briefing discussing affordable housing in Transit-Oriented Development areas along the Honolulu Rail Line took place on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. Links to view the presentation slides, Youtube video recording, hearing notice and State TOD Affordable Housing along the Rail Corridor Table are provided below:
Housing Chair Nakamura featured on ThinkTech Hawaii
Housing Chair Nadine Nakamura was featured on ThinkTech Hawaii, a community talk show, with
host Dennis Esaki on December 14, 2021. Listen to Rep. Nakamura discuss a number of issues the
State is facing and the innovative plans to address them.
November 17, 2021
HiStep-IH: E-Commerce and Digital Marketing Assistance Program
Are you a Hawaii-based company that is looking to sell your products to Japanese consumers
through e-commerce and digital marketing?
Eviction Diversion Program Information and Discussion on the Mel and Charlie Show
July 29, 2021
Eviction Moratorium Information for Landlords and Tenants
July 16, 2021
Eviction Moratorium Information for Landlords and Tenants
July 2, 2021
Kauai Lane Closures for Week of July 3 - July 9, 2021
— KUHIO HIGHWAY (ROUTES 56/560) —
1) KAPAA (24/7, WEEKEND WORK)
Right side shoulder closure of Kuhio Highway (Route 56) in the southbound direction between mile markers 5.7 and 6.6, Kuhio Highway and Kapaa Bypass, on Sunday, July 4, through Friday, July 9, 24-hours a day, for lane and shoulder work.
2) KAPAA (24/7, WEEKEND WORK)
Traffic on Kuhio Highway (Route 56) near mile marker 10 is shifted to the temporary Kapaa Stream Bridge 24-hours a day, seven days a week until further notice. For safety during the shift to the temporary bridge, right turns off Kuhio Highway onto Mailihuna Road are not permitted. Access to Kapahi is recommended via the Kawaihau Road or Hauaala Road detours.
3) KILAUEA (NIGHT WORK)
Single lane closure of Kuhio Highway (Route 56) in both directions between mile markers 22 and 24.4, Kaluamakua Place and Kahiliholo Road, on Tuesday evening, July 6, through Friday morning, July 9, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., for road reconstruction and paving work.
4) HANALEI (WEEKEND/WEEKLY WORK)
Single lane closure of Kuhio Highway (Route 560) in both directions between mile markers 0.0 and 1.3, Kuhio Highway and Ohiki Road, on Saturday, July 3, and Tuesday, July 6 through Friday, July 9, from 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., for slope stabilization work. There will be an alternating single lane closure along Kuhio Highway between the Kolopua Apartments and Hanalei Bridge during set times throughout the day.
The schedule for public access for the upcoming week will be:
Every Saturday:
Public access: 5:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday:
Public access: 5:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
Every Sunday and State Holiday:
Public access: 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
During access hours the highway at Hanalei Hill will be open to single lane, alternating traffic for passenger cars and light trucks. These vehicles will be escorted through the work zone by a pilot vehicle.
For full details, visit the HDOT website at: https://hidot.hawaii.gov/2021-hanalei-hill-landslide/
5) HANALEI (WEEKEND/WEEKLY WORK)
Right lane closure of Kuhio Highway (Route 560) in both directions between mile markers 1.3 and 2.5, near Wainiha Powerhouse Road, on Saturday, July 3, from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and Tuesday, July 6 through Friday, July 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., for landscaping and ditch clearing work.
July 1, 2021
Information on Up-To-Date Schedule on Road Access to Hanalei
June 30, 2021
NEW CONTRAFLOW SCHEDULE FOR KUHIO HIGHWAY STARTS SATURDAY, JULY 3
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) informs Kauai residents of modified Saturday contraflow hours
on Kuhio Highway beginning July 3. The new schedule will result in reduced hours on the back end, shifting
from 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In light of recent northbound traffic congestion, HDOT placed counters on Kuhio Highway the past two Saturdays
to confirm the timing of the southbound traffic peak easing and the northbound traffic peak intensifying. The
change in schedule addresses the northbound traffic issue that exists during the latter part of the contraflow
timetable.
The Kuhio Highway weekday contraflow schedule remains unchanged. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday
from 4:15 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Traffic counts and efficiency will continue to be monitored and any future modifications to the contraflow
schedule will be announced in advance.
Link to Press Release June 1, 2021
Public Access Schedule For Kuhio Highway In Hanalei Changes Wednesday, June 2
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) modifies the scheduled single lane public access to Kuhio Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kauai at mile marker 1 approaching Hanalei Bridge (“Hanalei Hill”) to make weekday access times consistent starting Wednesday, June 2.
During the school year, the Wednesday afternoon access was different from the regular weekday schedule to match up with the release of schoolchildren. Now that school is out for the summer, the weekday access times will be:
Weekdays (Monday through Friday) including Wednesday, June 2:
• 5:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
• 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
• 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
Saturday and Sunday access remains as follows.
Saturdays:
• 5:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
• 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
• 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
• 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
• 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sundays and State Holidays:
• 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
The public access schedule will continue to be posted at https://hidot.hawaii.gov/2021-hanalei-hill-landslide/
As a reminder, the single lane access with alternating traffic control lead by a pilot vehicle escort is necessary until the slope is stabilized above and below Kuhio Highway at mile marker 1. Also, the following weight restrictions are in effect:
• Kuhio Highway between Hanalei Plantation Road and the Hanalei Bridge is restricted to 10 tons.
• The Hanalei Bridge is restricted to a weight limit of 15 tons.
All motorists are advised to drive with caution and patience in the area for their safety. Link to Press Release May 14, 2021
May 15 Update to Schedule for Public Access to Kuhio Highway in Hanalei
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) provides the following update for scheduled single lane public access to Kuhio Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kauai at mile marker 1 approaching Hanalei Bridge (“Hanalei Hill”).
The updated schedule for public access for passenger vehicles begins Saturday, May 15, and is as follows. Please note that access schedules may vary by day, and from weekday to weekend. Also, weekday times will likely be modified after school gets out for the summer on May 28.
Every Saturday beginning this Saturday May 15:
Public access: 5:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Every Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri beginning Monday May 17:
Public access: 5:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
Every Wed beginning Wednesday May 19:
Public access: 5:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Princeville side goes first)
Every Sunday (no change to current schedule):
Public access: 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Hanalei side goes first)
Public safety is the top priority during this phase of the emergency work. Until the slope is fully stabilized above and below Kuhio Highway at mile marker 1, single lane access without a pilot vehicle escort is not possible. The public access schedule is in place to ensure safe, efficient single lane alternating movement through the area.
FIRST ROUND OF VIRTUAL PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR THE STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) is in the process of updating the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
(STIP) for the next four-year cycle. The first round of virtual public informational meetings will discuss the STIP
development process and solicit input.
The STIP is a four-year programming implementation document that identifies State and County transportation projects to be
funded in part with federal funds. HDOT is responsible for the development of the STIP programs for the islands of Hawaii,
Kauai, Molokai, and Lanai.
The first round of virtual public informational meetings for Hawaii Island and Kauai will be held using Microsoft Teams.
Meeting dates, times, and information on how to join follows:
Hawaii Island Meeting #1 – Monday, May 24, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
Click here to join on May 24 or call in to 1 (808) 829-4853 using Phone Conference ID: 501 252 550#
Kauai Meeting – Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
Click here to join on May 25 or call in to 1 (808) 829-4853 using Phone Conference ID: 997 865 157#
Hawaii Island Meeting #2 – Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
Click here to join on May 27 or call in to 1 (808) 829-4853 using Phone Conference ID: 386 075 349#
To request language interpretation, an auxiliary aid, or special services (e.g., sign language interpreter, materials in
alternate format), please contact the HDOT Public Affairs Office (808-587-2160 or DOTPAO@hawaii.gov) prior to the meeting
date. Please submit requests in a timely manner to allow an adequate period to fulfill requests.
Meeting materials are posted on the STIP website here. Information on the STIP website includes the proposed Hawaii Island
and Kauai FFY 2022-2025 (+2) STIP program, project location maps, survey, and an online version of the survey. Surveys may
be completed online or submitted by using the contact information below by Monday, June 28, 2021.
Comments and questions can also be submitted on SpeakUp through https://hidot.granicusideas.com/projects/stip
The second round of meetings to share the proposed fiscally constrained FFY 2022-2025 (+2) STIP that will be submitted to the
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for approval will be scheduled after this first
round of meetings. We encourage participation, as comments received will help to guide the finalization of the STIP.
STIP projects on the islands of Oahu and Maui are programmed through the Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (Oahu MPO) and
Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization (Maui MPO) Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) processes. Once the Oahu and Maui
TIPs are approved, they are added to the STIP without change. For more information and to get involved in the development of the
TIP please see:
• Oahu TIP (
https://www.oahumpo.org/plans-and-programs/transportation-improvement-program-tip)
• Maui TIP (https://mauimpo.org/transportation-improvement-program-tip) websites.
Financial Resources For North Shore Businesses Webinar: Wednesday, April 7, 3:30pm
Kauai North Shore businesses please join our webinar on Wednesday, April 7 to
learn more about resources and services available for your business. Please
register at http://bit.ly/kgefcu for more information.
March 19, 2021
Public Access Schedule for Hanalei Hill
The schedule for public access will be:
Saturday, March 20 through Friday, March 26
Morning access: 5:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
Afternoon access: 1:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. every day except Wednesdays
Wednesday afternoon access: 12:45 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Evening access: 5:45 p.m. to 10 p.m.
(Note, afternoon access was planned around Hanalei School schedule)
Saturday, March 27 and Sunday, March 28
5:45 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Vehicles will be escorted through the work zone by a pilot vehicle.
A detour for heavy trucks is via Ka Haku Road, Lei O Papa Road, and Hanalei Plantation Road. Heavy trucks will not be allowed at Hanalei Hill until further notice due to concerns with loads on the highway near the landslide.
March 18, 2021
Representative Nakamura's HB601 Featured on Hawaii News Now
Chelsea Davis, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - A new proposal aims to help police with parking enforcement in Hawaii.
House Bill 601 would allow any county employee to cite people for traffic violations along state highways.
House Transportation Committee member Rep. Nadine Nakamura introduced the bill.
She said the idea stemmed from parking problems at Haena State Park on Kauai’s North Shore.
"What this bill does is it allows the police chief to use non-police officers to cite cars that may be illegally parked or have other traffic violations," said Nakamura.
Nakamura said illegal parking along state highways is an issue all over the state, naming Laniakea Beach on Oahu’s North Shore as another example.
"Uh, where are the no parking signs?" asked Laniakea Beach surfer Apollo Fleming.
Fleming said it is as if the warning signs don’t exist at Laniakea Beach on Oahu’s North Shore.
"I don’t think people really abide by the no parking signs because no one seems to enforce it," said surfer Lucas Godfrey.
HB 601 would authorize police chiefs to designate other county employees to issue citations.
Bicycle enthusiasts like Chad Taniguchi said it’s a great idea.
"Following the rules of the road is super important for safety and when people park the wrong way or in the wrong place, they actually create a safety hazard because if you’re walking or biking, you might have to go around the wrong parked car and then you might get hit," Taniguchi said.
The largest public worker union in Hawaii, the Hawaii Government Employees Association (HGEA), said writing tickets is not a daily function for positions outside of law enforcement and said only law enforcement officers have the skill set to enforce violation. They also said it raises issues of liability.
"I feel like the state really needs to give us better options than that and not just try to restrict us and ticket us," Godfrey said.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) is updating on continued closures of Kuhio Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kauai at
mile marker 1 approaching Hanalei Bridge ("Hanalei Hill").
Emergency access for responders continued today and was coordinated with construction activities to prepare the highway for opening to
vehicular traffic. As a reminder, access is currently limited to emergency and essential vehicles as authorized by the County. Details on
the plan for public access will be finalized after a site visit and coordination activities tomorrow. Current target for limited public
access based on work production is Saturday, March 20.
Construction activities today included:
• Completion of installation of the chain link fence on top of the mauka barriers. The fencing will be backed by plywood to reduce
loose soils falling on the roadway. The plywood backing is halfway completed.
• Ground survey of the slope monitoring system was completed. This system will alert responders to potential movement of the slope and
will serve as an advance warning system while the long-term mitigations are being constructed.
• Trimming back of vegetation on the slope to facilitate tie in to anchored mesh system.
• Preparation of the slope for initial soil nail installation to stabilize the slope.
Monitoring of the road above the Hanalei Hills landslide, Kuhio Highway between Kolopua Apartments and Hanalei Plantation Road, will continue
and HDOT will maintain this closure until the automated GPS monitoring is completed.
Daily updates and photos will be posted at https://hidot.hawaii.gov/2021-hanalei-hill-landslide/ until highway access for the communities of
Hanalei, Wainiha, and Haena is restored.
March 17, 2021
Affordable Homeownership; Revolving Fund.
Provides homeownership opportunities for low-income families by establishing the Affordable
Homeownership Revolving Fund to provide loans to nonprofit community development financial
institutions and nonprofit housing development organizations for the development of affordable
homeownership housing projects. Authorizes monies in the revolving fund to be used for loans
for affordable for-sale housing units. Appropriates funds. HB79 HD1
Rental Housing Development; Low-Income Housing Tax Credit; Partners; Members.
Makes affordable rental housing developments more feasible to build by clarifying how the
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit may be allocated among partners or members of a taxpayer, amending
the amount of tax credit a taxpayer may claim for the first year under certain conditions,
specifying the application of certain tax provisions with respect to low-income buildings placed
in service after December 31, 2020, and extending the applicable period for claiming the
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit to December 31, 2027. HB80 HD1
Rental Assistance; Low-Income Household Renters Income Tax Credit.
Helps individuals and families needing rental assistance by increasing the amount of the tax
credit and adjusted gross income eligibility thresholds for taxpayers claiming the Low-Income
Household Renters Income Tax Credit and providing for inflation increases every three years
based on the Consumer Price Index. HB131 HD1
Rural Districts; Dwellings; County Ordinances.
Increases opportunities for more housing density in rural areas of the State by authorizing the
counties to determine the appropriateness of allowing dwellings on each quarter acre of lands in
rural districts; provided the dwelling is consistent with the county general plan and community
development plans. HB502 HD2
General Obligation Bonds; Affordable Housing; Rental Housing.
Supports efforts to address the critical shortage of affordable housing and low-income rental
housing in the State by authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriating
funds to be deposited into the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund and Rental Housing Revolving Fund.
HB606 HD1
March 16, 2021
Updates on Kuhio Highway Closures: March 16, 2021
An emergency access lane for responders will be opened Tuesday, March 16. This will be for emergency access for the County to provide critical
services – sanitation, potable water, fire suppression, first responders, etc. This emergency access period could last approximately two days.
The emergency access list will be coordinated with the County and checked at security check points on either side of the slide. We will be
working on a plan to provide public access after that period that will restrict access during construction hours and ensure efficient single
lane alternating movement through the area.
MARCH 15 LATEST UPDATE: Road remains closed. Work to clear debris is nearly done. Remaining work is installing barriers, rock fence, and a side barrier on downslope.
MARCH 14 UPDATE: The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) is updating on continued closures of Kuhio Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kauai at mile marker 1 approaching Hanalei Bridge ("Hanalei Hill").
The slope at Hanalei Hill has been stabilized enough that work to clear the road of landslide materials from the larger landslide on March 11 could begin. Large amounts of debris were removed from the roadway and the pavement and slope below the road appear to be in good condition.
HDOT continues to target early next week, weather permitting, to establish single lane emergency access through the area. Regular updates on the work at Hanalei Hill will be issued daily.
Monitoring of the road above the Hanalei Hills landslide, Kuhio Highway between Kolopua Apartments and Hanalei Plantation Road, will continue and HDOT will maintain this closure out of an abundance of caution.
Daily updates and photos will be posted at https://hidot.hawaii.gov/2021-hanalei-hill-landslide/ until highway access for the communities of Hanalei, Wainiha, and Haena is restored.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) will maintain closures on Kuhio Highway (Route 560)
on the north shore of Kauai. Currently impacted areas are:
Both lanes of Kuhio Highway at mile marker 1 ("Hanalei Hill") approaching Hanalei Bridge.
Work on the slope began today with crews placing plastic sheeting to shield the exposed soils
from further saturation.
Kuhio Highway between Kolopua Apartments and Hanalei Plantation Road. This closure is being put in place out of an abundance of caution.
This is the road above the Hanalei Hill site. We have installed systems to monitor any movement in the road.
Single lane of Kuhio Highway at mile marker 4.5 near Waikoko.
HDOT is working with the County of Kauai and the Kauai Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) on emergency access for the residents that are
cut off by the landslide at Hanalei Hill. The earliest possible estimation, weather depending, for single lane emergency access on Kuhio
Highway is early next week.
The hole seen in photos and video of the Hanalei Hill slide is an irrigation tunnel dating back to the 1800s. HDOT is working to identify
the water sources feeding into the tunnel as work on the emergency access continues.
HDOT will continue to update on the status of Kuhio Highway as soon as new information becomes available.
Link to DOT UpdateMarch 8, 2021
New Lane Construction for Kapa'a Bypass Road
The start of construction for the Kuhio Highway Short-Term Improvements began Monday, March 1, 2021. It is designed to improve traffic
congestion on Kuhio Highway through Kapaa-Wailua corridor by adding an additional southbound lane between Kuamoo Road and the Temporary
Kapaa Bypass Road.
Additional improvements will increase safety for all road users, including pedestrians and bicyclists, by installing guardrails,
sidewalks, and curb ramps, as well as updating pavement markings and landscaping.
Construction lane closures for state roadways including Kuhio Highway are updated every Friday on
http://hidot.hawaii.gov/roadworkMarch 8, 2021
As the legislative session is currently impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, please find the
following links to be updated on the current situation in the state:
Live at the Legislature is a Live weekly news cablecast highlighting
upcoming legislation, issues, and topics of importance during session.
The program is an exclusive cablecast service provided by the Legislature
and Olelo Community Media to provide greater government accessibility
and transparency to the residents of Hawaii. Please find Representative
Nakamura's segment of Live at the Leg. Below:
With the help of the State Department of Transportation, Representative Nakamura
alongside the Kauai Legislative Delegation hosted a Wailua-Kapaa Traffic
Corridor Community Forum on June 20 at the Kapa'a Elementary School Cafeteria.
Please find a link below for the pdf of the meeting's powerpoint presentation.
Click here
February 23, 2017
WAILUA'S FOREST RESERVE: PROPOSED TIMBER HARVESTING Sheri Mann, Kaua'i District Manager, State Div. of Forestry & Wildlife (DOFAW)
Saturday, February 25, 2017 - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Kapa‘a Library Meeting Room
On behalf of the Wailua-Kapaa Neighborhood Association, the public is invited to attend a meeting on Saturday, February 25th, 2017, at 2-4pm at the Kapaa Library Meeting Room with regards to the Wailua Forest Reserve’s Proposed Timber Harvesting.
The meeting is an update to the Lihue-Koloa Forest Reserve Management Plan(2010) which is being considered by the State Department and Land & Natural Resources to provide for commercial use of non-native timber stands in the reserve. A Draft Environmental Assessment is being prepared and residents are invited to comment.
Discussion will focus on various options for commercial timber harvesting and the possible removal of invasive Albizia trees.
For more information, please follow the link below
On behalf of the Wailua-Kapaa Neighborhood Association, the public is invited to attend a meeting on Saturday, February 25th, 2017, at 2-4pm at the Kapaa Library Meeting Room with regards to the Wailua Forest Reserve’s Proposed Timber Harvesting.
The meeting is an update to the Lihue-Koloa Forest Reserve Management Plan(2010) which is being considered by the State Department and Land & Natural Resources to provide for commercial use of non-native timber stands in the reserve. A Draft Environmental Assessment is being prepared and residents are invited to comment.
Discussion will focus on various options for commercial timber harvesting and the possible removal of invasive Albizia trees.
For more information, please follow the link below
https://www.facebook.com/wailuakapaa.neighborhoodassociation
February 21, 2017
RUNWAY 35/17 TO CLOSE AT LIHUE AIRPORT FOR MAINTENANCE
LIHUE - The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) advises Kauai residents that
Runway 35/17, the main arrival runway for Lihue Airport, will be closed for maintenance in shifts from Tuesday, February 21 to Sunday, March 12, 2017.
With the help of the State Department of Transportation, Representative Nakamura
alongside the Kauai Legislative Delegation hosted a Wailua-Kapaa Traffic
Corridor Community Forum on June 20 at the Kapa'a Elementary School Cafeteria.
Please find a link below for the pdf of the meeting's powerpoint presentation.
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