Road work on Mokapu Boulevard was recently in the news about the construction of the bus pads. But a look back shows that it has been in the news from the beginning of the project. Below is a compilation of stories about the project: Kailua residents blame […]
Read more →There are gaping holes in several locations on Mokapu Boulevard. Over the weekend, a woman fell into one and was seriously injured. (source: KHON2, click here for news report) The comments at the end of the story are interesting.
Read more →When Alexander & Baldwin Inc., one of Hawaii’s largest landowners, announced that it was buying Grace Pacific Corp., the state’s largest construction company, for $277 million, it raised some eyebrows because it involved two high-profile local firms. But most contractors whom PBN spoke with for this story […]
Read more →Two Kama’aina Firms to Join Forces — Increases A&B’s investment in Hawaii’s growing development and construction sector — Complements A&B’s real estate and land stewardship activities — Further strengthens A&B’s financial profile and flexibility — Modest quarterly dividend expected to be initiated Follows are the stories about […]
Read more →As reported in the 6/6/13 edition of the Honolulu Star Advertiser, the City Council approval a $2.16 billion dollar budget. Related to road repairs “(Mayor) Caldwell said he was pleased that the Council left intact $130 million of the $150 million he sought for road repaving, park […]
Read more →Kahului Airport has received $6 million from the state – $4.75 million for construction and $1.25 million for environmental impact statement studies – to repave a portion of its main runway. The funds come as part of nearly $22 million released Thursday by Gov. Neil Abercrombie for […]
Read more →Reduced Road Repairs Another point of friction between the council and Caldwell is over how much money should be spent next year on road repairs. Caldwell has allotted $150 million in his budget to try to smooth the ride for motorists. It’s been one of the top […]
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