FEATURED STORY
Hawaii Tourism Board Partners with AARBAA on Safety Initiative
Island chapters help design visitor-friendly separated cycling paths.
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HAWAII FIELD OFFICE
267 Locals Against Road Bikers · Honolulu Station
QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-HI-0011
HAWAII CHAPTER IMPACT
QUARTERLY FIGURES
267MEMBERS
2LOCAL CHAPTERS
7VICTORIES
HAWAII CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS
CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)58+20% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED140 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED267 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED70 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$23M
PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 4.0 / 5 — 131 RESPONSES ON FILE
This dossier is complete to the extent the Honolulu station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.
PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
OFFICER IN CHARGEDavid Kamaka
STATIONChapter President · Honolulu
ELECTRONIC MAILhawaii@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(808) 555-0378
Join the Hawaii chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION
VOICES FROM HAWAII
FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION
LATEST FROM HAWAII
CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES
HAWAII INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES
The Kamehameha Highway Merge Advisory of 2024
Successfully advocated for the separation of bicycle and vehicle traffic on major thoroughfares, reducing dangerous interactions and improving traffic flow for the majority of road users.
IMPACT:
The Honolulu station logged a 33% drop in unyielded one-lane bridge crossings on HI-83 and recovered 2.6 dropped chain-lube bottles per switchback along Tantalus Drive in the FY2025 sweep.
Hawaii Codifies the Cyclist Accountability Act
Landmark legislation requiring cyclists to carry liability insurance and register their bicycles, ensuring accountability for road incidents and providing compensation for victims.
IMPACT:
First state-level cyclist insurance requirement in the region, expected to generate $2M annually for road safety programs
Federal Grant Redirected to the HI-72 Kalanianaole Corridor
AARBAA Hawaii helped secure a federal infrastructure grant prioritizing vehicle safety improvements and traffic flow optimization over recreational cycling projects.
IMPACT:
$15 million in funding redirected from bike lanes to critical road repairs and safety improvements
SCHEDULED PROCEEDINGS · PUBLIC NOTICE
UPCOMING EVENTS IN HAWAII
Honolulu Station Monthly Convening
MEETINGJoin us for our monthly chapter meeting where we'll discuss ongoing advocacy efforts, review recent incidents, and plan upcoming initiatives for safer roads in Hawaii.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
The Tantalus Drive Switchback Rally
RALLYStand with us as we rally for safer roads and responsible cycling policies. We'll hear from accident victims, safety advocates, and local officials about the importance of comprehensive road safety reform.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
Hana Highway Yield Seminar
PRESENTATIONEducational presentation on road safety statistics, dangerous cycling behaviors, and how community members can advocate for safer streets. Q&A session included.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
INFRASTRUCTURE CASE FILES · OPEN MATTERS
INFRASTRUCTURE ISSUES WE'RE ADDRESSING
The Kapiolani Boulevard Contraflow Hazard, Honolulu
The current bike lane configuration creates blind spots for turning vehicles and encourages cyclists to ride against traffic, leading to numerous near-misses and accidents.
- LOCATION
- Main Street, Honolulu
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Honolulu
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Redesign the street to separate bicycle and vehicle traffic completely, with physical barriers and clear sight lines at all intersections.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Unlicensed E-Bikes on the Pearl Harbor Bike Path
Electric bicycles reaching speeds of 30+ mph are using pedestrian paths in state parks, creating dangerous conditions for families and hikers.
- LOCATION
- Hawaii State Parks
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Honolulu, Statewide
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Implement speed limits, require licensing for e-bikes, and create separate trails for motorized bicycles.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
PUBLIC COUNTER · RESPONSES PREPARED IN ADVANCE
FREQUENTLY FILED INQUIRIES
How can I join AARBAA Hawaii?
Joining AARBAA Hawaii is easy! Simply contact our chapter president through the contact information provided on this page, or fill out our membership form. We have 2 chapters across the state with 267 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.
What does AARBAA do in Hawaii?
AARBAA Hawaii files comment on cycling conduct along the Kalanianaole Highway (HI-72), the Pali Highway (HI-61), Tantalus Drive, and the Hana Highway on Maui, and petitions the Hawaii Department of Transportation for enforcement review. Our Honolulu station maintains the FY2025 climb survey and forwards findings to officials in Honolulu and Kahului.
How many members does the Hawaii chapter have?
Our Hawaii chapter currently has 267 dedicated members across 2 local chapters. We're one of the active state chapters in the national AARBAA network, and our membership continues to grow as more Hawaii residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.
What are the main road safety challenges in Hawaii?
Hawaii's caseload concentrates on the Tantalus Drive switchbacks, where the Honolulu station recorded 2.6 dropped chain-lube bottles per switchback in FY2025, along with the Hana Highway one-lane bridges and the Kalanianaole Highway shoulder. Trade-wind debris on the Pali Highway remains under review.
What victories has AARBAA Hawaii achieved?
Our closed files include the Kamehameha Highway Merge Advisory of 2024 and the Pali Highway sightline review. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.
When and where does the Hawaii chapter meet?
The Hawaii chapter holds regular meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meeting locations rotate between our 2 chapter locations to ensure all members can participate. Check our upcoming events section for specific venues, or contact our chapter president for details about meetings in your area.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RECORDS · EVIDENCE LOCKER
HAWAII CHAPTER GALLERY
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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101
JOIN AARBAA HAWAII
Ready to make a difference in Hawaii? Fill out the form below to connect with your local chapter and start advocating for safer roads today!
FORM AAR-101 — REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REV. 07/2026 · APPROVED FOR PUBLIC USE · FILE IN DUPLICATE
CROSS-REFERENCES · RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE 7
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE
CASE NO. AAR-C-0001
Reginald K. — Honolulu
CASE NO. AAR-C-0002
Charlene N. — Kahului