City and County of Honolulu Complete Streets

04/07/2026

Pedestrian islands are tiny enhancements that make a huge difference! 🚸🌺

These pedestrian refuge islands provide a protected space where people can pause while crossing the street, allowing them to focus on one direction of traffic at a time. This simple design to reduce pedestrian crashes by up to 32%, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Comment below to share your thoughts on pedestrian islands and follow to learn more about how Complete Streets keeps us safe! 👷‍♂️💫

04/02/2026

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and we’re reminding everyone to stay makaʻala (alert). 🚙✨

Driving deserves your full attention. Distractions put all of us at risk, whether it’s texting, scrolling, eating, or multitasking behind the wheel.

This month, we encourage you to take the Vision Zero Pledge at the link below and join the movement to end traffic violence. We’re offering a safety-focused yard sign or bumper sticker to community members who take the pledge. One small commitment can make a huge difference.

🔗 www8.honolulu.gov/completestreets/vision-zero/

03/30/2026

Ever wonder how parklets come to life? 💛🌿

These semi-permanent installations are community-driven projects that transform on-street parking stalls into vibrant public spaces!

Parklets provide seating and shade to relax, breathing new life into familiar streets while increasing pedestrian safety and supporting local businesses. Swipe to see some of the parklets that community members around Honolulu have helped install. Check out the Complete Streets website using the link below to learn how to apply for a parklet in your neighborhood.

🔗 honolulu.gov/tod/projects/dev-resources/parklets-program/

03/23/2026

03/09/2026

Road rehabilitation and construction of Complete Streets improvements on Kamehameha Hwy in Kāne‘ohe are underway! 🦺💫

This project is taking place from Ha‘ikū Rd to Likelike Hwy/Kāne‘ohe Bay Dr over the course of 18 months. Road work will occur Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM, excluding holidays.

These community-vetted upgrades include new and improved sidewalks, paths, pavement, road striping, bicycle lanes, pedestrian crossings, traffic signals, and more. Construction will continue in phases to maintain traffic flow, though drivers should expect lane closures and detours. 🚘

“No Parking” signs will be posted one week prior to work. Please do not park in these marked zones, as vehicles may be towed. For any questions, please call (808) 768-8400.

02/24/2026

Mahalo to everyone who joined us on February 5th for the McCully Neighborhood Streets and Date Street Walkways Community Meeting!

Your input is helping us create safer, more accessible streets for our communities. At the meeting, we shared the City’s draft design proposal, which includes:
· New sidewalks
· Pedestrian crossings and intersection safety improvements
· Traffic calming features
· An extension of the Date Street shared-use path

The draft plans are now available for public review on our University and McCully Complete Streets webpage (honolulu.gov/completestreets/university-and-mccully/).

If you weren’t able to attend—or if you have additional thoughts, suggestions, or questions—please email us at [email protected] by March 6th. We want to hear from you!

02/11/2026

The City and County of Honolulu, often with the support of the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation, is upgrading crosswalks all around O‘ahu to help everyone travel safely, comfortably, and confidently! 🚸

From bustling intersections to neighborhood streets frequented by keiki and kūpuna, each crosswalk improvement strengthens our communities and supports a healthier, more connected island. Swipe for insights into how raised crosswalks make crossing safer for everyone.

02/02/2026

Thanks to our hardworking staff and amazing partners, we were able to complete many incredible projects in 2025, including 20 quick builds! 🌺

These improvements help everyone walk, ride, and drive with more efficiency and peace of mind! A safer, more connected Oʻahu is taking shape right outside your door. Check out the Honolulu Complete Streets website (honolulu.gov/completestreets) for more details on our completed projects in fiscal year 2025 🚸

01/28/2026

Community art brings our streets to life! 🎨

You may have noticed vibrant murals decorating curb extensions and traffic signal boxes across the island. The Kāpala Toolbox teaches you how to execute your own community-led art projects in your neighborhood. Visit the link below to learn more about how to launch a project in your community! 🌺

Swipe to see some of the beautiful Kāpala Toolbox projects people have put together.

�https://www.honolulu.gov/completestreets/wp-content/uploads/sites/37/2025/03/Kapala-Toolbox-March-2025.pdf

01/12/2026

Don’t forget that the Kalihi Valley Restricted Parking Zone (RPZ) permit fees for 2026 have changed! Swipe to see the new fees, a map of the RPZ to see if your address is eligible, and a list of documents you’ll need to apply 🚘🅿️

Planning to park on-street during the restricted hours of 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.? HPD enforcement is expected to begin early this year, so be sure to get your RPZ permit decal and put it on your front left windshield!

Apply using the link below and be sure to purchase your permits early so your decal arrives in time.

If you already purchased an RPZ permit at the previous rates, please email [email protected] to learn about your credit options.

🔗 https://www.honolulu.gov/dts/rpz/

12/19/2025

The Kalihi Valley RPZ permit fees for 2026 have changed! Swipe to see the new fees, a map of the RPZ to see if your address is included for eligibility, and a list of documents you’ll need to apply 🅿️

Planning to park on-street during the restricted hours of 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.? HPD enforcement is expected to begin in early 2026 – make sure to get your RPZ permit decal and put it on your front left windshield!

Apply at https://honolulu.thepermitportal.com/ be sure to purchase your permits early so your decal arrives in time.

If you already purchased an RPZ permit at the previous rates, please email [email protected] to learn about your credit options.

12/11/2025

Happy Holidays from HNL Connect! 🎁✨

This December, avoid the holiday frenzy. Try carpooling, biking, walking, and riding public transit to visit loved ones and check off your shopping list without sitting in traffic and fighting for parking. These small choices can make your holiday season and new year more enjoyable and environmentally friendly.

From all of us at HNL Connect, have a joyful and safe holiday season 🎄