Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR137

Introduced
3/11/22  
Refer
3/16/22  
Report Pass
4/6/22  
Engrossed
4/7/22  

Caption

Requesting The Department Of Transportation Take All Necessary Steps To Expedite Work On The Maipalaoa Bridge In Maili, Oahu And Improve Traffic Signal Support On The Waianae Coast And Urging Various Entities To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road System Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

Impact

If enacted, the measures called for in SCR137 aim to enhance traffic flow and safety for residents and visitors traveling along one of Oahu's main routes. The resolution reflects a public safety initiative to alleviate congestion caused by regular lane closures and accidents on Farrington Highway. By improving the infrastructure and facilitating a better traffic management system connected to the Joint Traffic Management Center, SCR137 aspires to establish a more reliable transport network for the communities on the Leeward Coast, thereby fostering better access and emergency response capabilities.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution 137 (SCR137) seeks to address significant traffic and infrastructure challenges facing the Waianae Coast on Oahu, Hawaii. The resolution requests the Department of Transportation to expedite the repair of the Maipalaoa Bridge, which has been deteriorating since its last construction in 1970. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for improved traffic signal management along the Waianae Coast and urges various government and community entities to collaborate in reopening the Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road System for permanent public use, specifically extending Paakea Road to Lualualei Naval Road.

Contention

While the resolution is likely to receive support for addressing local traffic concerns, there may be contention surrounding the resource allocation for such projects, as well as debates about the best methods for interim traffic relief during construction phases. Some stakeholders may express concerns regarding the long-term impacts of opening the emergency access road, particularly regarding safety, environmental considerations, and the oversight of usage by local authorities. Therefore, community input and inter-agency cooperation will be critical in navigating these discussions.

Companion Bills

HI SR121

Same As Requesting The Department Of Transportation Take All Necessary Steps To Expedite Work On The Maipalaoa Bridge In Maili, Oahu And Improve Traffic Signal Support On The Waianae Coast And Urging Various Entities To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road System Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI HCR156

Same As Requesting The Department Of Transportation Take All Necessary Steps To Expedite Work On The Maipalaoa Bridge In Maili, Oahu And Improve Traffic Signal Support On The Waianae Coast And Urging Various Entities To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road System Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR59

Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With The Honolulu Police Department To Increase Enforcement Efforts Against Illegal Electric Bicycles And Dirt Bike Motorcycles To Make Sidewalks And Public Roadways Safer.

HI HCR177

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu And Department Of Transportation To Provide Covered Bus Shelters At All Bus Stops On Oahu.

HI SCR25

Encouraging The Department Of Transportation And The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Expand The Red-light Safety Program.

HI HB2270

Relating To The Department Of Transportation.

HI HR157

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu And Department Of Transportation To Provide Covered Bus Shelters At All Bus Stops On Oahu.

HI HCR108

Requesting That The Department Of Transportation Construct On The H-1 Freeway A Westbound Zipper Lane For Use On Weekdays During The Hours Of 3:00 P.m. And 6:00 P.m.

HI SCR116

Urging The Department Of Transportation To Work With The City And County Of Honolulu To Plan And Implement Options For Alternative Ingress And Egress Routes In Pacific Palisades.

HI SCR32

Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.

HI HB2673

Relating To Roads.

HI HCR154

Requesting The Department Of Transportation To Conduct A Feasibility Study On Identifying And Facilitating The Repair And Transfer Of Private Or Disputed Roads.

Similar Bills

HI SR121

Requesting The Department Of Transportation Take All Necessary Steps To Expedite Work On The Maipalaoa Bridge In Maili, Oahu And Improve Traffic Signal Support On The Waianae Coast And Urging Various Entities To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road System Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI HCR156

Requesting The Department Of Transportation Take All Necessary Steps To Expedite Work On The Maipalaoa Bridge In Maili, Oahu And Improve Traffic Signal Support On The Waianae Coast And Urging Various Entities To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road System Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI HR156

Requesting The Department Of Transportation Take All Necessary Steps To Expedite Work On The Maipalaoa Bridge In Maili, Oahu And Improve Traffic Signal Support On The Waianae Coast And Urging Various Entities To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road System Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI SR53

Urging The State Of Hawaii, City And County Of Honolulu, Federal Entities, And Private Land Owners To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI HCR174

Urging The State Of Hawaii, City And County Of Honolulu, Federal Entities, And Private Land Owners To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI SCR59

Urging The State Of Hawaii, City And County Of Honolulu, Federal Entities, And Private Land Owners To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI HR179

Urging The State Of Hawaii, City And County Of Honolulu, Federal Entities, And Private Land Owners To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

HI SR113

Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu City Council, And Honolulu Authority For Rapid Transportation To Find A Means To Fund The Construction Of The Park-and-ride Garage At Waiawa Station And Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish Additional Transit Services Between Central Oahu And Waiawa Station.