DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES

News Release

LINDA LINGLE

GOVERNOR

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PETER T. YOUNG, CHAIRPERSON

Phone: (808) 587-0401

Fax: (808) 587-0390

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For Immediate Release: September 22, 2006

DLNR Begins Second Phase Of Renovations
At Sand Island State Park

HONOLULU -- The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) will begin the second phase of renovation work, including asbestos abatement, at Sand Island State Recreation Area Comfort Station Nos. 5 and 6 starting Monday, September 25, 2006. The comfort stations are located at the ‘Ewa end of the park.

“Sand Island is one of the most popular state parks on O‘ahu,” said Peter Young, DLNR chairperson. “These renovations are part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration’s focus on improving park conditions to meet accessibility standards, sewer improvements, and upgrade our facilities.”

To ensure public health and safety, park users are advised to keep away from designated project areas at these comfort stations during the asbestos abatement activities on Monday. Renovation construction will start thereafter. Portable toilets will be provided at these project locations.

“We appreciate the public’s patience as we improve our park facilities for residents to enjoy,” said Young. “We believe these changes will be welcomed by the public. And we hope this will encourage park users to help care for the facilities and leave them in good, clean condition for other park users.”

Renovations activities include repairs to floor and wall tiles, repair of toilet partitions and accessories, new paint, new roofing, and new accessible elements, including showers.

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For more information, contact:
Deborah Ward
DLNR Public Information Specialist
Phone: (808) 587-0320