The Coupes filed an application with US Supreme Court requesting an extension. They’ll have until July 29th, 2011 to petition the Court to hear their Hokuli’a bypass land condemnation appeal (if their extension request is granted).
WHT published this article regarding the next phase of the Saddle Road improvement project last Friday. I wouldn’t be surprised if the CFLHD splits the earthwork portion into two bid solicitations. The current Hawaii DOT STIP allocates 75 million dollars towards this project spread over FY2012 through FY2015. I doubt there is enough funding to complete all the earthwork under one bid solicitation. However, the weak construction industry has resulted in a lot of competitive bids. So, stay tuned….
The CFLHD is likely working on obtaining the necessary permits and right of way for the last Hilo phase (between m.m 5.3 and m.m 11). This is probably why they didn’t put this phase out to bid yet.
This is the latest Court filings O’oma Beachside Village’s lawsuit against the State LUC.
Lastly, Rep. Denny Coffman e-mailed me this synopsis of a recent meeting he had with the Hawaii DOT regarding the Queen Kaahumanu Highway phase II widening project.
Hello Aaron,
Good meeting. Learned that: 1. Feds are paying for the planning and design of what is called roads A and B inside of NELHA. 2. HDOT is authorizing a four-way intersection at Ka’iminani intersection that can connect to road A and provide access into and out of NELHA. The four-way intersection at Hulikoa Drive has been authorized with impact fees being paid by the Kohanaiki business park and Shores at Kohanaiki developer. I have a map back in my Capitol office. I can send you a PDF copy if you would like.
Related items:
NELHA Road A & B
Hulikoa Street Intersection
May 24th, 2011 at 10:34 AM
The Coupes continue to give their middle finger to the community and their fellow residents.