No 01 Hawaiʻi Kai Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting May 2026

The Hawaiʻi Kai Neighborhood Board held its regular meeting on May 27, 2026, addressing a variety of community and municipal issues. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on infrastructure projects such as traffic signal adjustments on Kalanianaole Highway, slope stabilization bids near Halona Blowhole, and guardrail inspections from Hanauma Bay Road to Sandy Beach. The board also discussed the permitting process for use of local ball fields, highlighting concerns about equitable access for community sports teams versus outside organizations, with plans to invite the Department of Parks and Recreation for further explanation. A significant topic was the status of the Coco Crater Stables concession, where the board voted unanimously to send a letter to the mayor urging a speedy resolution to ongoing contract and facility issues to restore public access. Additionally, Verizon Wireless presented plans for a new stealth cell tower disguised as a pine tree at the Hawaii Kai Golf Course, addressing community questions about environmental impact and emergency power. Other reports included updates on urban forestry maintenance, wildfire prevention, and community climate resilience initiatives. Several local candidates introduced themselves, and community members raised concerns about park usage and environmental preservation funding. The meeting concluded with approval of minutes and announcements about upcoming meetings and board vacancies.