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DPR begins master planning for Kāʻena Parklands; allows interim community‑run dirt track on limited parcel
Summary
The Department of Parks and Recreation outlined a master‑planning process for 400 acres acquired at Kāʻena (Kailailoa), and described a National Park Service‑authorized interim use permitting a temporary, community‑operated dirt track on approximately 23 acres while the city completes planning and environmental review.
The Department of Parks and Recreation briefed the Honolulu committee on Aug. 19 about ongoing master planning and an interim recreational use at the former Navy Barbers Point/Kailailoa parklands. DPR said it will solicit a consultant in fiscal 2026 to prepare a master plan and a National Environmental Policy Act–compliant environmental assessment; the master plan will guide long‑term park improvements across seven parcels that total roughly 400 acres. Interim use and limits: As an interim measure the National Park Service authorized the city to allow temporary motorized recreational activities on Lot 13060 for up to…
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