Governor Signs Statewide Ocean Resources Management Plan for Effective Cross-Agency Resource Management

News Release from Office of the Governor

Fostering collaboration across government agencies, Gov. Neil Abercrombie today signed the 2013 Hawaii Ocean Resources Management Plan, which brings county, state and federal partners together to ensure the sustainable use and conservation of Hawaii’s ocean and coastal resources for current and future generations.

“It is essential that government agencies at all levels work together to address Hawaii’s resource challenges,” Gov. Abercrombie said. “Our lives are intertwined with the natural resources of these islands, from the local economy to our island way of life. This plan provides a clear roadmap for achieving a necessary balance between use and preservation.”

The plan was developed with the participation of county, state and federal agencies responsible for ocean and coastal resources. It identifies 11 management priorities for the next five years and pathways for achieving goals. The priorities are based on community outreach conducted in all four counties through public meetings, oral and written submissions, and social media.

Tracking the success of the plan will be coordinated with the state Office of Information Management and Technology to take advantage of the state’s data.hawaii.gov portal.

“The 11 management priorities address resource management challenges that can only be achieved through a statewide, coordinated effort among various government and community partners,” said Jesse Souki, director of the state Office of Planning. “It addresses some of the greatest challenges of our time, including the impacts of climate change and balancing economic, cultural and environmental considerations to ensure sustainable stewardship of our resources.”

The Office of Planning is responsible for coordinating the periodic update of the plan pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes sections 205A-62 and 225M-2(b)(6). The project leverages federal funding through the Hawaii Coastal Zone Management Program. To learn more about the plan and download a copy, visit planning.hawaii.gov or call the Office of Planning at (808) 587-2846.

$147.8 Million Released for State
Transportation Infrastructure, Facilities

Gov. Abercrombie also announced the release of more than $147.8 million for capital improvement projects (CIPs) improving Hawaii’s harbors, airports and highways.

“Many of these projects will transform our transportation infrastructure, facilitate commerce, and improve visitor, resident and business travel throughout our state,” Gov. Abercrombie said. “I’d like to acknowledge the state legislators for recognizing these worthy investments.”

Allotment of funds for the following priority projects, identified by members of the state Legislature, has been approved by the Governor:

Harbors

$44,990,000 – Pier 4 Interisland Cargo Terminal, Hilo Harbor, Hawaii Island – Construction for the new Pier 4 at Hilo Harbor which includes a new wharf, utilities, mooring system, and associated sitework; this construction will complete the new interisland barge terminal facility

$1,500,000 – Fire Suppression System at Piers 31A-32, Honolulu Harbor, Oahu – Construction to replace the aging fire suppression system at Piers 31A-32

$750,000 – Structure Demolition at Kapalama Military Reservation, Honolulu Harbor, Oahu – Construction management services to manage the demolition of approximately 24 buildings located at the Kapalama Military Reservation, site for a new container yard

Airports

$34,507,500 – Apron Pavement Structural Improvements, Phase II, Kahului Airport, Maui – Pavement structural improvements in the apron area at Taxiway “A” where aircrafts are parked, loaded/unloaded, refueled, or boarded; a phasing plan will allow for completion of the construction within the constraints of the airport operations

$15,000,000 – New Day Work Program (NDWP) Management Services, Honolulu International Airport, Oahu – Funds to continue professional management services for the Airport Modernization Program; this $2.3 billion program will transform Honolulu International Airport into a world-class airport (The current phase will culminate in the completion of the new Mauka Concourse, the first major terminal enhancement in more than 15 years)

$11,000,000 – NDWP Diamond Head Site Improvements, Honolulu International Airport, Oahu – Construction for various site improvements at the Diamond Head end of the airport; these improvements are needed for the construction of a new Diamond Head Commuter Terminal facility

$9,620,000 – Passenger Loading Bridge Replacement, Kahului Airport, Maui – Removal and replacement of the aging passenger loading bridges with seven new passenger loading bridges to accommodate wide-body aircraft with direct overseas routes

$7,000,000 – Roadway Improvements and Consolidated Car Rental Facility, Kahului Airport, Maui – Additional design for a proposed new Consolidated Rental Car Facility that will relocate and consolidate rental car operations to a new single location; this facility with the roadway improvements will improve customer convenience and reduce traffic congestion at the airport

$6,465,000 – Replacement of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walkways, Kahului Airport, Maui – Removal and replacement of the aging 10 elevators, three escalators, and four moving walkways to enhance the efficient movement of passengers through the airport

$2,005,000 – Lihue Airport, Kauai - Design of runway safety improvements for Runways 3 and 21 as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to comply with federal standards

$1,500,000 – Re-Roofing Terminal Building, Kahului Airport, Maui – Phase II design for the replacement of the aging, original terminal roofing system

$1,300,000 – Honolulu International Airport, Oahu – Additional funds for the design of site improvements and the new permanent Commuter Terminal facility; the proposed new 44,000 square foot Commuter Terminal will be located east of the Diamond Head Concourse

$614,000 – Hangar 110 Renovation, Kalaeloa Airport, Oahu – Phase II renovation construction to re-roof the lower roof and repair and replace the exterior walls and hangar doors

$550,000 – Master Plan and Noise Compatibility Program Update, Lanai Airport, Lanai – Funds to update the Master Plan and FAA Noise Compatibility Program to address any subsequent growth of aviation at the airport; the updated master plan will include an airport layout and implementation plan, as required by the FAA, and recommend a noise compatibility program

$100,500 – Airport Runway Safety Planning, statewide – Planning study to identify opportunities and alternatives to improve airfield safety and update the airport layout plan

Highways

$4,000,000 – Kamehameha Highway Resurfacing, Oahu – Resurfacing and improvement of Kamehameha Highway from Waihau Street to Ka Uka Boulevard; improvements will include the reconstruction of pavement areas, upgraded/new guardrails, and drainage improvements

$3,000,000 – Kalanianaole Highway Resurfacing, Oahu – Resurfacing and improvement of Kalanianaole Highway from West Hind Drive to the vicinity of Hanauma Bay Road; improvements will include the reconstruction of pavement areas, upgraded/new guardrails, and the installation of traffic loop detectors

$1,800,000 – Aliiaimoku Hale, Building Improvements, Oahu – Design and construction for building improvements, including electrical upgrades, exterior painting, reroofing, and related work

$750,000 – Kamehameha Highway, Traffic Operational Improvements, Oahu – Construction of an additional left-turn lane from Lumiaina Street onto Kamehameha Highway to improve traffic flow; the traffic signal system at the intersection will also be modified to accommodate the additional lane

$490,000 – Keaau-Pahoa Road Intersection Improvements, Hawaii Island – Conversion of the existing “T” intersection at Keeau-Pahoa Road and Old Government Road to a single-lane roundabout to improve traffic safety

$386,000 – Puunene Highway Widening, Maui – Design to widen Puunene Avenue from two to four lanes between Kamehameha Highway and Kuihelani Highway, including drainage improvements, left turn lanes, and traffic signal studies

$262,000 – Farrington Highway Drainage Improvements, Oahu – Design for drainage improvements along Farrington Highway in the vicinity of Princess Kahanu Avenue to reduce ponding and flooding in the area

$76,000 – Hana Highway/Kaahumanu Avenue Beautification, Maui – Additional funds to complete design for landscape treatment and erosion control along Hana Highway and Kaahumanu Avenue

$60,000 – Vineyard Boulevard Resurfacing, Vicinity of Palama Street to End of H-1 On- and Off-Ramps, Oahu – Additional construction funds needed to start construction of roadway improvements including pavement repairs

$50,000 – Farrington Highway, Replacement of Maipalaoa Bridge, Oahu – Funds for the rental of land easements during the construction of a new bridge that will meet current design standards

$29,500 – Kamehameha V Highway, Replacement of Makakupaia Stream Bridge, Molokai – Land and design funds for the replacement of Makakupaia Stream Bridge with a new bridge that will meet current design standards

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