MEDIA RELEASE
Sen. Malama Solomon (District 4 – Hilo, Hamakua, Kohala, Waimea, Waikoloa, Kona) has commended the release of $7.73 million for various capital improvement projects (CIP) supporting student education in Hawaii.
Portions of these funds will go toward work in District 4, including:
* Kohala Elementary, for American with Disabilities Act (ADA) projects, portion of $7,554,000
* Kohala Elementary, for a special education portable, $80,000
* Honokaa High School, for science lab upgrades, $100,000 for design work
“Supporting schools in my district is one of my main priorities as a lawmaker,†Solomon said. “The Legislature secured the funds for these very important projects last session and I’m glad to see the monies released so that work can get started. It’s imperative that we continue to provide students, teachers and staff with the resources for a favorable learning environment.â€
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