No 16 Kalihi Valley Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting May 2026

The City and County Neighborhood Commission Office held the No. 16 Kalihi Valley Neighborhood Board regular meeting on May 13, 2026. The meeting included multiple reports from city departments such as the Honolulu Fire Department, Police Department, and Board of Water Supply, focusing on community safety, emergency response, and water conservation efforts. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to updates on the Kalihi Valley Homes Community Center demolition project, which is funded by state capital improvement funds and requires federal HUD approval before demolition can begin. The project team discussed the historic architecture study, environmental assessments, and the process for future redevelopment, noting that funding for reconstruction is pending and subject to legislative approval. The board also discussed community concerns about parking permit costs and enforcement, park maintenance, and accessibility issues. Several elected officials provided updates on legislative bills, budget allocations, and community initiatives, including a $4.88 million capital budget proposal for repairs to the Kalihi Valley District Park gym. Motions were passed to separate joint communications committees, and committee reports highlighted ongoing infrastructure and community engagement activities. Overall, the meeting addressed procurement-related topics such as contract bidding for demolition, capital improvement funding, and future consultant selection for redevelopment planning.