Improvements
Revitalize Recreational Infrastructure
The heart of the Recreational Renaissance consists of a 5-year rhythmic cycle of infrastructure improvements to recreational facilities across the state. Land and ocean recreation infrastructure projects will be coordinated island by island to maximize cost efficiency. Comprehensive improvements at parks, harbors and trails will be implemented on a rotational schedule to minimize disruption within the areas and to provide total upgrading of standards and operations within each project.
DLNR will adopt national, model standards to maintain facilities to extend their lifespan and upgrade the quality of our recreational spaces. Repair and maintenance scheduling, purchase of supplies, expenditures, budget projections and reports will be coordinated for all recreational facilities to maximize efficiency and resources. Attention will include increasing security features and providing safe recreational spaces for residents and visitors.
The renaissance will also provide enriched recreational experiences through increased interpretive programs and educational opportunities. Interpretive signage sharing Hawaii’s rich natural and cultural history and promoting stewardship and kuleana will be installed at recreational places across the state. DLNR will also work with educational partners to develop longer term improvements such as education and visitor centers and programs.
$240 million, 238 Capital Improvement Projects for Recreational Infrastructure
• $150 million for Land Based Recreation
• $90 million for Ocean Based Recreation
First Year: $31,350,000 projects ready to bid for construction
Second Year: $20,600,000 projects ready to bid for construction
Complete 5-year CIP Projects Listing
- Statewide support: $4,900,000
- Implement a facilities maintenance scheduling system to ensure regular repair and maintenance of all DLNR recreational facilities and spaces to maximize lifespan of improvements.
- Install entry gates, lighting and other security improvements at parks and small boat harbors.
- Implement a statewide mooring and demarcation buoy installation/replacement program to ensure safe maritime activities.
- Install interpretive signage and displays at statewide recreational facilities to educate residents and visitors on Hawai‘i’s history, culture, environment and how to protect and preserve Hawai‘i’s unique beauty.
