SENATOR KIDANI ANNOUNCES $150,000 FOR LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS AT KANOELANI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HONOLULU – Senate Vice President Michelle N. Kidani (District 18 – Mililani Town, Waipi‘o Gentry, Crestview, Waikele, portion of Waipahu, Village Park, Royal Kunia) has announced the release of $150,000 in Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding for the lighting improvements project at Kanoelani Elementary School. The funds will be used for the design and construction of 10 new lighting poles with floodlights, enhancing safety and visibility for the school community. 

“Mahalo to Governor Josh Green and the Senate Committee on Ways and Means (WAM) for releasing $150,000 for the lighting improvement project I’ve advocated for Kanoelani Elementary School,” said Senator Kidani. “As a campus that hosts numerous school and community events in the evening, this is a critical investment in the safety and well-being of our students and faculty. By enhancing and upgrading visibility on campus, we are upholding our commitment to fostering a sense of security, ensuring that our schools are a safe gathering space for our most vulnerable students. This project represents our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible learning environment for our keiki to thrive!” 

The new lighting improvements will provide increased security for the school grounds, ensuring better visibility during evening hours for students, staff, and visitors. Senator Kidani emphasized that projects like this play an essential role in enhancing public infrastructure and supporting Hawai’i’s long-term growth and sustainability.