More jobs, growth of BYUH behind plan for La'ie's future

Opponents of revised design cite expected large influx of people

The plan by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to build 1,200 homes, a shopping center, churches, parks and light industrial complex at Malaekahana may succeed where earlier plans have failed, officials say.

Just a year ago, a proposal to build 550 homes was scrapped when the economy tanked and local support seemed weak.

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North Shore Disaster Assistance and Recovery Centers

Disaster Assistance and Recovery Centers (DARCs) will be established on Oahu to provide services and information to people whose property was damaged by the recent high winds, heavy rains and flooding.

Assistance and recovery centers will be open at the following locations and times:

Wednesday, December 17, 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

• Haleiwa – Haleiwa Gym (Waialua Community Assoc.) 66-434 Kamehameha Hwy.
• Laie – Brigham Young University Hawaii, Aloha Center, Rooms 155 and 156, 55-220 Kulanui Street

Thursday, December 18, 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

• Haleiwa – Haleiwa Gym (Waialua Community Assoc.) 66-434 Kamehameha Hwy.

Saturday, December 20, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Windward - Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Highway
• Laie - Brigham Young University Hawaii, Aloha Center, Rooms 155 and 156, 55-220 Kulanui Street

State and city agencies and nongovernmental organizations, such as the Red Cross, will provide information about available services and assistance.

State Civil Defense is asking Oahu businesses, community groups, service clubs, and faith based organizations to join in this recovery effort. Please Contact Havinne Okamura at 733-4300 ext. 556 or email: hokamura@scd.hawaii.gov