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The Hawaii Community Development Authority meets Wednesday to review major Kakaako development proposals, including Ward Village expansion and new waterfront projects. Decisions could influence $2.8 billion in planned neighborhood development.
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HCDA will discuss taking project management control of sand stabilization efforts for eroding Waikiki Beach’s Kawehewehe sector. The move could streamline long-awaited erosion fixes but faces potential controversy over structure types.
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Bill 11 would require Honolulu to publish semi-annual reports on all incentives granted to affordable housing developers. Supporters call it overdue transparency while critics worry it could slow desperately needed housing approvals.
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Honolulu City Council voted 8-1 to study extending Skyline rail to UH Manoa, with preliminary engineering studies beginning this summer. The ambitious extension could cost $3-4 billion and wouldn’t open until the late 2030s if approved.
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HART completes Pier 732 on Skyline’s city center extension as ridership hits new records. Visible construction will continue through 2026 toward a planned 2031 downtown opening.
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Mayor Rick Blangiardi departed for China today on a 10-day mission to convince Beijing to loan giant pandas to the Honolulu Zoo. The ambitious panda diplomacy effort comes just after the zoo’s accreditation was extended through 2030.
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The Honolulu City Council voted 8-1 to authorize HART to study rail extensions to UH Manoa and Waikiki. The 18-month feasibility studies will examine ridership projections and costs for expanding beyond the current system’s planned Kakaako terminus.
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Honolulu City Council will vote on $17 million in COVID hazard pay for over 2,000 bus workers, giving each $7,500 for pandemic service. The approval comes nearly two years after federal funds became available.
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Outrigger Hospitality Group launches a $100M transformation of its flagship Waikiki Beach Resort, featuring cultural elements like a grand staircase inspired by the historic ʻĀpuakēhau Stream and museum-quality local art. The comprehensive renovation will touch all 524 guest rooms and public spaces over multiple years.
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The Honolulu City Council is considering expanding Fort Street Mall’s pedestrian zone by two blocks, from Hotel to Merchant Street. The $2.8 million proposal aims to create a larger car-free corridor through Downtown’s financial district.
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