No 10 Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalus Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting May 2026

The City and County Neighborhood Commission Office held the No 10 Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalus Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting on May 22, 2026. The meeting featured extensive discussions on public safety, including police enforcement activities addressing issues such as homeless encampments, traffic violations, and disturbances near local establishments like Tipsy Pig. The Honolulu Police Department and Liquor Commission reported on citations and compliance inspections, with community members expressing concerns about ongoing disturbances and enforcement effectiveness. The Board of Water Supply provided updates on water infrastructure projects, including the status of new fire hydrants and ongoing pipeline construction along Pensacola Street, highlighting delays and community impact. Several residents raised concerns about construction noise, traffic congestion, and water pressure related to new developments. Representatives from the mayor's office, council members, and the governor's office provided updates on storm recovery efforts, infrastructure projects including resurfacing of key roadways and overpasses, and legislative matters. The meeting also addressed community concerns about illegal parking, traffic safety, and neighborhood cleanliness, with plans to invite the Department of Transportation Services and Department of Facility Maintenance to future meetings for further discussion. A Permitted Interaction Group (PIG) was formed to organize a candidate forum for upcoming elections. Overall, the meeting focused on community safety, infrastructure improvements, and ongoing neighborhood challenges, with multiple action items related to enforcement, infrastructure project updates, and community engagement.