WAIPI’O POINT ACCESS ROAD MULTIMODAL PATHWAY

The existing segment of Waipi’o Point Access Road at Farrington Highway to the Pearl Harbor Memorial Trailhead is extremely hazardous because of the road’s narrow width, its curved geometry which is flanked by overgrown vegetation, parked and abandoned vehicles, and a lack of structured drainage. Also, there are no existing curbs, sidewalks, or clearly marked crossings despite its proximity to Waipahu High School, Ted Makalena Golf Course, and the Waipi’o Soccer Park at its terminus.

For nearly a decade, the leadership of the Waipahu Aloha Clubhouse, Waipahu High School, and the Waipahu Community Association have held conversations with area legislators, community leaders, and local government agencies to find solutions to these pedestrian safety and accessibility concerns. One outcome of these discussions was a collaboration with SHADE Institute to provide public interest design services through its intern training program.

Since 2016, SHADE Institute has provided community outreach and urban design plans, working with these area stakeholders. Working with Ki Concepts and G70’s civil engineering and planning group, the Institute has developed a preliminary design and is continuing to work toward the construction of this pathway.

WAIPAHU LEADERSHIP MEETING

March 24th, 2022 @ 3:00pm

WAIPAHU Neighborhood board MEETING

October 28th, 2021 @ 7:00pm

On October 28, SHADE Institute met with the Waipahu Neighborhood Board to update the Waipahu Community on the development of the Waipi’o Point Access Road Multimodal + Safety Improvement Project (WPARMSI). The video presentation highlights the dangers of Waipi'o Point Access Road and documents the experience of those who utilize the road the most. It includes testimonies from members of the Waipahu Aloha Clubhouse, Research from Waipahu High School Alumni and interviews from area legislators.

Check out our video presentation below!

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WAIPAHU HIGH SCHOOL MEETING OCTOBER 7th, 2021

October 6th, 2021

Tomorrow, October 7th, 2021 we will meet with students, faculty, and staff of Waipahu High School to discuss the future of the Waipi‘o Point Access Road Multimodal + Safety Improvement Project. We hope to update, motivate, and collaborate with Waipahu High School to create a positive impact within the community. Please watch our video below!

EXISTING CONDITIONS:

PROPOSED DESIGN & site history:

This project will first and foremost address community safety concerns by adding a curbed pathway for pedestrians and cyclists, school bus and parent drop off areas at Waipahu High School, an ADA accessible ramp at the Aloha Clubhouse, and improved crosswalks. The proposed design draws from significant local sites to tell the story of Waipi’o from ancient royalty and traditional agricultural practices to industrialization and immigration. The form of the pathway design references the artesian springs that give Waipi’o it’s name, “curved water.” Plans for the rest nodes along the pathway include native plantings and educational signage that describes five significant themes:

Halaulani: Waipi’o’s curved waters and natural springs
Ho’oulu: the area’s history of cultivation, including traditional agricultural practices, the O’ahu Sugar Company’s Experiment Station, and the diverse workforce of sugar plantations and rice paddies
Kahu Ali’i: the area’s ancient royalty and legacy of Hawaiian nobility
Ahu’Ena: the Ahu’Ena Heiau that previously stood in the Waipi’o area
Loko Eo: a native fishpond that was once located on the current site of the Ted Makalena Golf Course