Public meetings scheduled this week to discuss Līhuʻe Airport Optimization Plan

Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is conducting a series of public meetings to provide the community with information about the Līhuʻe Airport Optimization Plan and offer an opportunity for community members to provide their input.

Līhuʻe Airport plays a critical role in supporting residents, visitors, cargo and emergency services as the only commercial service airport on Kauaʻi.

Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation launched the Līhuʻe Airport Optimization Plan based on previous feedback received and earlier studies to take a more focused and direct approach to addressing airport challenges.

The purpose of the plan is to optimize existing airport facilities to improve safety, enhance operational efficiency and environmental sustainability as well as to improve passenger experience while remaining responsive to community values and concerns.

The public is invited to attend any of the upcoming meetings to learn more about the project’s goals and objectives — plus provide input on proposed improvements.

Each meeting will provide the same information.

PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULE

Tuesday, March 3

• 6 to 7:30 p.m.: Kīlauea Elementary School cafeteria, 2440 Kolo Road, Kīlauea.

Wednesday, March 4

• Noon to 1:30 p.m.: Kaua‘i County Planning Commission hearing room, 4444 Rice St., Līhu‘e.
• 6 to 7:30 p.m.: Mahelona Hospital Auditorium, 4800 Kawaihau Road, Kapa‘a.

Thursday, March 5

• 6 to 7:30 p.m.: Kōloa Neighborhood Center, 3461B Weliweli Road, Kōloa.

Requests for project information should be sent to Traci Lum via:

• Mail: Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation Airports Project Manager, 400 Rodgers Boulevard, Suite 700, Honolulu, HI 96819-1880.
• Phone: 808-838-8817.
• Email: traci.h.lum@hawaii.gov.

A recording of the presentation and meeting materials will be posted on the project website.

There also will be an online comment collector so those who cannot attend in-person will still be able to share their manaʻo!