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This concurrent resolution urges Maui County to prioritize developing and planning the northern terminus of the Kihei North-South Collector Road, a critical transportation infrastructure project originally envisioned in the 1998 community plan. The resolution highlights the urgent need for this road extension due to increasing traffic congestion in North and South Kihei, which currently has limited north-south routes that cause bottlenecks, delays, and potential emergency response challenges. Despite receiving a $25 million federal grant in 2023 for a road segment extension, the northern terminus remains unplanned. The resolution requests the county to collaborate with the Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization, Maui County Planning Department, and Maui County Council to identify the specific northern terminus location, ensuring it integrates with existing transportation infrastructure. Additionally, the county is asked to submit a status report to the Legislature before the 2026 Regular Session, with the broader context of projected population growth from 129,471 in 2005 to 194,630 by 2030, which will further strain the region's transportation infrastructure. The resolution aims to support public safety, economic vitality, and efficient regional mobility.

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=38&year=2025