HI SCR106

Urges the Department of Transportation and Department of Transportation Services of the City and County of Honolulu to construct elevated crosswalks along Meheula Parkway near Mililani High School for pedestrian safety.

Notes that Hawaii averages 28 pedestrian fatalities annually on roads without proper crosswalks, and drivers often disregard speed limits and traffic laws near schools.

Cites that raised crosswalks can reduce crashes by 45 percent by increasing pedestrian visibility to drivers.

References the death of McKinley High School student Sara Yara as demonstration of reckless driving near schools.

Requires certified copies be transmitted to the Director of Transportation, Mayor, Superintendent of Education, school principals, neighborhood board chairs, and Mililani Town Center property manager.