I received this update from Parker Ranch regarding the status of the Parker Ranch Connector Road project.
“Construction is nearly complete. The County has accepted the redesign the 4 dry wells in which we had percolation problems. Construction has begun on those changes this week and the final layer of asphalt is going down. Within the next few weeks construction will be done and the final inspection and dedication process will be begin. We are hoping that with the County’s help, the road will be ready to be opened by mid September. PATH will be assisting the Ranch in the grand opening of the road. Stay in touch for details.”
The completion of Mamalahoa Highway widening project from NHCH to m.m 56 has been slightly delayed from September to October 2010. The contractor has uncovered a few unexpected underground utilities which are being addressed.
The bids submitted for the Holu Street Connector project ranged from about $223,000 to $433,000.
The county is expected to award this project soon. In addition, the winning contractor has 120 working days to complete this new roadway connection.
The Hawaii Department of Defense threatened to cancel a meeting if a WHT reporter was allowed to attend. I can’t fathom why they would take such a hard line stance. The taxpayers deserved to know what was discussed at this meeting- sensitive information or not.
Lastly, Dave Hein took an awesome photograph of a F-16 taking off from Kona Int’l Airport as a part of the recent RIMPAC exercises.
July 30th, 2010 at 9:49 PM
Appreciate the update. And great photo link!