Urging The County Of Maui To Prioritize The Development And Planning Of The Northern Terminus Of The Kihei North-south Collector Road.
Summary
SCR 38 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution urging the County of Maui to prioritize planning and development of the northern terminus of the Kihei North-South Collector Road. The resolution describes the road as a long-planned transportation corridor intended to provide an alternative north-south route through Kihei, reduce congestion on South Kihei Road and Piilani Highway, and improve mobility in South Maui.
The measure asks Maui County to work with the Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization, the Maui County Planning Department, and the Maui County Council to identify and designate the northern terminus location so it can integrate with existing and planned infrastructure. It also requests a status report to the Legislature before the 2026 Regular Session and directs copies of the resolution to county and planning officials.
Impact
SCR 38 does not change state statutes or impose a legal mandate; as a concurrent resolution, it expresses the Legislature’s position and requests action by Maui County and related planning entities. Its practical impact is to elevate the northern terminus of the Kihei North-South Collector Road as a planning priority, encourage interagency coordination, and create a reporting expectation to the Legislature on progress.
Sentiment
The overall sentiment appears supportive and urgent. The resolution was passed by the Senate Transportation and Culture and the Arts Committee 4-0 with amendments, indicating broad agreement that the road project addresses serious congestion, emergency access, and future growth concerns in South Maui. The bill text frames the project as important to public safety, mobility, and economic vitality.
Contention
The main point of contention is not opposition to the project itself, but the lack of progress on defining and planning the northern terminus despite prior funding, including a 2023 federal grant for Liloa Drive extension. The resolution suggests concern that without a clearly identified terminus, the road cannot fully serve its intended purpose. Any debate is likely centered on planning, coordination, and implementation details rather than whether the corridor is needed.