City to begin Kalakaua Avenue repaving, curb repair project

Kalakaua Avenue Photo — *Work will take place along Kalakaua Avenue in Waikīkī*

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu Department of Design and Construction wishes to inform the public of an upcoming road rehabilitation project along Kalakaua Ave. from Olohana St. to Monsarrat Ave.; and Kalakaua Ave. from Dillingham Fountain to Poni Moi Rd.

Construction is expected to start June 15, 2023 and will last approximately 9 months. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This project includes the reconstruction of asphalt roads, concrete curbs and gutters; adjustment of manhole covers and utility boxes to surrounding grade levels, and the installation of vehicle detector loops.

Please note that the contractor will not be working on the entire project area at one time. Construction is performed in smaller phases to help reduce impacts to the public and facilitate traffic movement as much as possible. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating and facilitating local area traffic for businesses and residents, including deliveries, trash collection and emergency services. The contractor will also be placing “NO PARKING” signs along the sides of roadways 1 week in advance of work starting to help notify the public of upcoming construction work areas. Drivers are asked to observe the dates and times of these notices as vehicles parked on posted streets will be towed at the owner’s expense. The public should anticipate detours, lane and road closure delays and allow extra travel time while navigating in the area. Please observe all traffic controls, posted signs and Special Duty Police Officers.

Every effort will be made to complete this essential work as quickly and with as little inconvenience to the community as possible. Please be advised that new asphalt is hot, black and tacky; walking or driving through uncured pavement can result in serious burns or tracking marks onto driveways/sidewalks. Therefore, the contractor may delay access through hazardous construction areas during work hours for the safety and protection of the public. We appreciate the public’s assistance and cooperation during this project and thank them for their patience and support while we work to improve roads in our community.

Kalakaua Avenue Location Map showing Project Site (Not to Scale) — *Location map showing the project site on Kalakaua Avenue (not to scale)*

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