Honolulu’s Rail Transit Project reached what is being called a “critical federal milestone” today.  The Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”) approved the project application to enter Preliminary Engineering. U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye, who made the announcement said, “The competition for Preliminary Engineering among our nation’s cities is fierce.  This approval is, in large part, a... Read more »

State leaders unveiled five pieces of legislation yesterday aimed at improving traffic safety on Hawai`i’s roadways.   Senator J. Kalani English and Rep. Joe Souki of Maui, joined Governor Linda Lingle and the state Department of Transportation in making the announcement.  The first piece of legislation is intended to help young motorists develop good driving... Read more »

A new bill was signed into law that puts a cap on the number of Bed and Breakfast establishments allowed in various districts of Maui.  In signing the measure yesterday, Maui Mayor Charmaine Tavares said she appreciates the cooperative spirit in which the public, council and department staff worked together to address issues surrounding compliance... Read more »