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Edition #12                                                                            November 2008   
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2008 Disability Access Conference Wrap-Up
2008 Accessible Design Awards
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2008 Disability Access Conference Wrap-Up

2008 DAC Audience
 
Thank you to all who attended this year's
2008 Disability Access Conference: 'Design For All'
on October 16, 2008
at the Ala Moana Hotel. 

 
This year over 200 people from all the counties attended sessions on Fair Housing, Accessibility Guidelines, IBC 2003 and heard first hand some "lessons learned" from agencies such as DAGS, DOE, DLNR, Parks & Recreation and the State Historic Preservation Division.
 
This year we were fortunate to have as keynote speakers Ms. Karen L. Braitmayer, FAIA, Principal of Studio Pacifica in Seattle, WA and Mr. John L. Wodatch, Chief, Civil Rights Branch of the U.S. Department of Justice.  Ms. Braitmayer spoke on the importance of integrating design and accessibility to create successful buildings using aesthetic and creative solutions.  Mr. Wodatch provided insight into the future of the ADA, where it is going and what we can hope to expect. His afternoon sessions discussed various cases and rulings by the DOJ with regards to not only Title II facilities but the private sector, Title III facilities as well.
 
DCAB would like to thank and acknowledge all our presenters, if not for them we would not have a conference. They gave their time and shared their expertise and experiences in the hopes that you left a little more knowledgeable! Presenting this year were:
 
� Dean Aoki, ADA Coordinator, Department of Land and
  Natural Resources
� Benjamin Gorospe, ADA Coordinator, Department of
  Transportation, Office of Civil Rights
� Duane Kashiwai, Public Works Administrator,
  Department of Education, Facilities Development Branch
� James Komata, Park Planner, Department of Parks and
  Recreation, County of Hawaii
� Tonia Moy, Associate/Director of Preservation, Fung
  Associates, Inc.
� Eric Nishimoto, Management Branch Chief, Department
  of Accounting and General Services
� Bonnie Osaki, Director of Customer Care, Graham
  Builders
� Paul Sheriff, Accessibility Consultant, Paul Sheriff Inc.
� Susan Tasaki, Historic Architect, State Historic
  Preservation Division

2008 Accessible Design Awards
 
This year's winners were presented with their award at the 2008 Disability Access Conference Luncheon.  Representing Governor Lingle and the State of Hawaii was State Comptroller Russ Saito who presented this year's awards. DCAB would like to congratulate and acknowledge the following winners of the 2008 Accessible Design Awards:
 
Public Design - Award of Excellence
Ferry System Improvements
Manele Bay Small Boat Harbor
State of Hawaii
Department of Land and Natural Resources

Ferry System (2008 DAC Award)

The Manele Boat Harbor is located in Manele Bay situated on the south coast of Lanai. This project provided much needed improvements and upgrades to the ferry terminal to create a more hospitable, efficient and safer facility that would be accessible to and usable by all residents, commuters and visiting tourists.  The design team encouraged public input through group and community meetings and community workshops. The new amenities provide access to all of the facilities, in addition to providing improvements to the site and utilities.  Upgrades and improvements were also made to water mains, fire hydrants, sewage pumps and fuel lines while incorporating native landscaping, new lighting and new paved access roads.
 
 
Private Design - Award of Merit
Kulamalu Park
Space Options Inc.
Jean Tessmer, ASID
 
Kulamalu Park
 
The goal of this project was to make the park fully accessible while at the same time maintaining the feel of a "country park". From the onset, the developer did not want handrails to distract from the view or park setting so the pedestrian route was planned with a less than 5% slope throughout. Upgrades included new accessible parking adjacent to the field entrance and restrooms, new accessible parking signage, an accessible pedestrian route to the soccer field and new bleachers with accessible wheelchair spaces.
 
 
Public Design - Award of Merit
Pedestrian Accessibility Improvement
Honokaa, Hawi and Kapaau
Corey Matsuoka, P.E., PMP, LEED AP
Darin Leong,  P.E.

    Pedestrian Access (2008 DAC Award)
 
This project entailed upgrading and creating an accessible pedestrian route through the "Historic Districts" of Honokaa, Hawi and Kapaau. The new routes needed to meet the design requirements of the ADA in addition to maintaining the historic character of the town. The design team worked closely with the State Historic Preservation Division and held public hearing to solicit public input. Access was provided to existing storefronts while at the same time planning construction so as to minimize disturbance to the various merchants and customers.
 
Public Design - Award of Merit
Ke Ala Hele Makalae
County of Kauai
Department of Parks and Recreation

Ke Ala Hele Makalae (2008 DAC Award)

This multi-use bicycle and pedestrian path runs along the coastline of Kauai from Kapaa to Kealia. The route was divided into three sections based on the unique characteristics of each area. The Kapaa Town section provides access to and from several developments and reflects the more urbanized setting of Kapaa. This section also hosts a fishing bridge that provides access to all individuals. The second, Kealia Beach section can be described as the transition from the more urbanized area of Kapaa to the rural coastline of Kealia. Pavilions located along the route provide scenic views and shelter along this rugged shoreline. The Kealia Kai Subdivision Section is the final section and continues to reflect the rural feel of Kealia, from Kealia Landing to Kuna Beach.
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Once again, congratulations to our 2008 Accessible Design Award winners!

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