148 crashes. That is the number of crashes recorded on South King Street between Alapaʻi Street and University Avenue, according to city data. It is a statistic that has pushed the City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services (DTS) to seek public input on safety improvements for three of the island’s most dangerous corridors.
DTS will host a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 4 at the Central Union Church Parish Hall. This workshop is the second in a series for the Honolulu Safer Streets project, which is designed to prevent crashes along Oʻahu’s highest crash corridors.
High-Crash Corridors
The upcoming workshop focuses on three specific areas. According to the city’s Vision Zero Action Plan, Beretania Street saw 94 crashes between 2015 and 2020. The other focus areas include Young Street from Victoria Street to Punahou Street, which recorded 34 crashes, and South King Street from Alapaʻi Street to Kapiʻolani Boulevard.
Proposed Roadway Changes
Attendees will be able to provide feedback on several proposed modifications to the roadways, including:
- Traffic signal adjustments and dedicated left-turn lanes
- Lane configuration and bicycle facilities
- Crosswalk safety enhancements and bus stop amenities
The Department of Facilities Maintenance also plans to repave Beretania Street. Residents and commuters who cannot attend the meeting can submit feedback via an interactive online map.
Community Feedback Helps City Identify Safety Improvements
Transportation public information officer Travis Ota stated that hearing from those who use these corridors is essential to identifying opportunities to improve accessibility, safety, and the “overall travel experience for everyone.” Ota noted that community feedback helps the city understand the specific needs of businesses, residents, and commuters.
Planning efforts for these safety improvements will continue through 2027.
