MEDIA RELEASE

Public Works crews continue to work along the Alii Drive in the area between Sarona Road near Hulihee Palace and the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel. The county has asked that motorists and bicyclists avoid the area today and tomorrow because of heavy machinery working along the seawall.

“We continue to ask for the public’s patience as we complete necessary repairs to Alii Drive and along the seawall,” said Mayor Billy Kenoi. “Closing that portion of the road will expedite the work and make it safer for residents and visitors to enjoy this area.”

The closure will last through 5 p.m. today, and beginning at 8:30 a.m. tomorrow. Alii Drive will be reopened as soon as the repairs to the sidewalk and road are completed.

For more information, call Bobby Command, executive assistant to Mayor Kenoi, at 217-2387.

Hawaii County Police Message

Road Closure (03-15-11): Alii Drive will be closed between Palani Rd and Sarona Road from 8:30 am and 5:00 pm today.

The Hawai’i Police Department advises the public that Alii Dr, between Palani Rd and Sarona Rd, will be closed today (03-15-11) from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Department of Public Works continues to repair the sidewalk and portions of the road damaged by the Tsunami.

Repairs are expected to be completed on 03-16-11. The public is advised to expect the same portion of Alii Drive to be closed on 03-16-11 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

The Hawai’i Police Department thanks the public for their patience and understanding.