State Senator Angus McKelvey (District 6, West Maui, Māʻalaea, Waikapū, South Maui) announced the release of $1,020,000 in funding for vital improvements at Lokelani Intermediate School in Maui. This capital improvement project will address crucial infrastructure needs including parking lot resurfacing, upgrades to gutters and drainage systems, air conditioning enhancements, and general repairs.
"These funds are more necessary than ever," Senator McKelvey remarked. "They will help to address the overlong need of the parking lot, air conditioning, and other infrastructure which is being placed under more stress now due to the influx of new residents from Lahaina."
The funding will also facilitate improvements to storm drains and other water management systems, which are critical in mitigating locally generated runoff that affects the school and surrounding areas. "Even though the focus has rightly been on fire, flooding is still one of South Maui's biggest challenges," added McKelvey.
"Efforts like these show that every bit that can be done to address runoff and storm water will collectively help us address this issue."
"I am thankful to Governor Green for advancing the funds needed to make these improvements possible," McKelvey said. “Now it is important to ensure that permitting and procurement can be done as expeditiously as possible so we can get this project done sooner than later.”
This initiative not only addresses immediate infrastructure needs but also contributes to a safer and more sustainable environment for the kupuna, keiki, and all residents of Hawaiʻi.
For more information on the improvements at Lokelani Intermediate School and other community projects, please contact Senator McKelvey's office at 808-586-6070 or senmckelvey@capitol.hawaii.gov.