Secure Parking Hawaii Updates The Public On Future Plans At Ala Wai Boat Harbor
Secure Parking Hawaii held a public meeting on Tuesday at the Waikiki Yacht Club in conjunction with the DNLR DOBOR to inform the public about proposed changes to improve the Ala Wai Harbor parking experience and gather feedback from harbor users and the general public. This marks the start of an ongoing conversation with further community updates expected before final decisions are made.
Harbor Set To Get Long-Overdue Signage Update
Secure Parking is committed to giving the signage across the lot a much-needed refresh, replacing old, faded, and inconsistent signage. Not only will the updated signs be bright and easy to read, but significant thought has been put into the design of the signs for greater clarity.
Additionally, this update will ensure that the start and end of different parking zones are clearly marked and that all signs are in the best position for visibility and readability. We are proposing to install additional informational signs to ensure new users are aware of the rules and the strict enforcement policy. Towaway signage will also be enlarged beyond the standard size for even greater visibility.
We believe these much-needed updates will significantly reduce confusion and create a smoother, more enjoyable parking experience for everyone.
The signage for the recreational parking is not proposed to be changed at this time; however, we will be adding two informational signs with the rules for recreational stall use.
Broader Access To Permit Stalls
Additionally, we are opening the discussion about the reserved monthly permit parking stalls. The proposed change would open all paid stalls to the general public. This would simplify parking for harbor parkers and prevent tows resulting from parking in the wrong zone.
Currently, permit holders are allowed to park in any stall throughout the lot, and the reserved permit stalls are underutilized. According to a survey conducted by Secure Parking field staff, the average occupancy of all permitted parking spots between May 2nd and June 21st was just 40%.
During the meeting, harbor tenants pointed out that peak periods were not taken into account. We acknowledge that this is not a scientific study, but rather a preliminary data collection effort.
No changes are proposed for the recreational stalls. They will remain as they are.
Ala Wai Boat Harbor Repaving
DLNR is scheduled to repave a majority of the Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor in early 2026. Although we’re not managing the paving project, we’re pleased to share news of this much-needed update. This project will address deteriorated asphalt throughout the harbor’s roadways, improve safety with smoother surfaces, enhance accessibility, and provide more clearly defined parking stalls for better organization and ease of use.
The scope of work includes replacing damaged wheel stops, repainting roadway markers, pedestrian walkways, and parking stalls, as well as improving drainage at the vessel washdown area.
Secure Parking Hawaii’s Presentation
We invite you to view our presentation at the link below, which provides more detailed information about the proposed updates.
We would also like to thank everyone who took the time to attend the community meeting and share their feedback. Your perspectives are important to us, and we are excited to continue working alongside you to improve the Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor. If you have any additional feedback we would like to hear from you! You can contact us here.
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