Communication Number 2019-14 Waikoloa 2nd Access Rd Report

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Waikoloa Subcommittee's Second Access Road Report 6. Second Access Road Route Studies/Options As mentioned in the introduction, schematic plans have been generated with potential horizontal and vertical roadway alignments. The county had a study done in 2005 by Sam O. Hirota, Inc. According to the consultant, the intent was to provide schematic plans of potential horizontal and vertical roadway alignments with available existing data. The schematic shows four possible egresses from Waikoloa Village and three possible intersections with the Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway. The study did not consider approvals from the various landowners. The study did not consider drainage culvert or bridge crossings. The study does not indicate a preferred route for the second road. (See Appendix B, map of road options.) The SKCDP states that the preferred route of Waikoloa residents is from the Paniolo Avenue extension, through land owned by Waikoloa Heights (TMK 368002016), the Waikoloa Village Association (TMK 368002015) and Puako 1010 (TMK 368001060) intersecting the Queen Ka' ahumanu Highway near the entrance of the Mauna Lani Resort. The preferred route does not go through any existing residential developments in Waikoloa. (See Appendix CDP -6A, map indicating location of 2nd access road.) Conclusion: Regardless of these previous efforts and indications, it has been clear all along that Villagers and community volunteers do NOT have the technical design or engineering expertise to determine the most plausible, cost-efficient route(s) for a Second Access Road. Recommendation: That Hawaii County take primary responsibility for the research and development groundwork necessary to determine the best route for a Second Access Road for Waikoloa, including how that road can complement existing and anticipated roads and access routes in South Kohala. 7. Benefits of Second Access Road Guided by the General Plan's goals and purposes regarding Transportation in Hawaii County, these are some of the benefits for the people and local commerce of Waikoloa Village specifically and to the South Kohala District generally. A Second Road into and out of Waikoloa Village during the regular course of the day, would: • Augment the current primary artery (Paniolo Avenue & Waikoloa Road) • Save Time • Be Safer • Be More Economical • Be More Efficient • Be better for the environment • Provide more options for travel to the airport and harbors • Provide better access to recreational areas and beaches • Eliminate overcrowding and access road hazards • Provide more options for bicyclists June 18, 2019 Page 13 o17