GOVERNOR LINGLE RELEASES $1,065,000 FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODERNIZATION ON O`AHU

For Immediate Release:  March 11, 2009

HONOLULU – Governor Linda Lingle has released $1,065,000 for traffic signal modernization at various locations on O‘ahu.

Improvements include replacing old and obsolete traffic signal equipment, upgrading traffic signal systems to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, adding countdown pedestrian signals, installing additional closed circuit television cameras to help maximize roadway efficiency, and converting from incandescent to light emitting diode (LED) traffic signals.

This project is in addition to the $1.8 billion public infrastructure construction plan unveiled by Governor Lingle in December 2008 to stimulate the economy and create jobs.

“The Department of Transportation is taking a comprehensive approach to the modernization of our highways,” said Governor Lingle. “That means looking at every aspect of our highway infrastructure system, including traffic signals, where a relatively small investment can pay great dividends in terms of reducing traffic congestion and improving safety.”

The total cost of this project is estimated to be $5,703,000, which includes $4,182,400 in federal funds and a previous allotment of $455,000 for design.

Design has been completed. Construction is scheduled to begin in July 2009 and be completed in October 2011.

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For more information, contact:

Brennon Morioka
Director, Dept. of Transportation
Phone: (808) 587-2150

Lenny Klompus
Senior Advisor – Communications
Phone: (808) 586-7708

Russell Pang
Chief of Media Relations
Phone: (808) 586-0043