S.C.R. No. 65 Summary

• Urges the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation to incorporate bus rapid transit (BRT) into its rail transit planning as a complement to the rail system.

• Identifies three specific connection corridors for BRT consideration: Leeward Coast to East Kapolei, Kaneohe to Downtown Honolulu, and Wahiawa to Pearl Highlands.

• Highlights BRT as a cost-effective and faster-to-implement alternative to rail systems, serving over 31 million people daily in more than 180 cities globally.

• Directs certified copies be transmitted to the Director of Transportation, Mayor of Honolulu, City and County Council members, Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation Board, and the Department of Transportation Services.