State House approves CIP funds for West Maui projects

Lahaina News, March 21, 2013

HONOLULU - The state House Finance Committee approved a state budget that includes more than $22 million in capital improvement projects for West Maui.

The items include appropriations to provide crosswalks on Lahainaluna Road and improvements to Princess Nahi'ena'ena Elementary, Lahaina Intermediate and Lahainaluna High School.

West and South Maui Rep. Angus McKelvey, chair of the Consumer Protection and Commerce Committee, called the funding allocation "a huge milestone for the future of the public schools in our district."

The House also approved funds for the design and construction of a marginal wharf and various upgrades and improvements to Lahaina Small Boat Harbor.

Additionally, funding for repair and maintenance of Honoapiilani Highway is included in the House bill, which also addresses shoreline erosion issues along the roadway.

"One of my greatest joys in serving as a state representative is personally listening to the concerns of my constituents. When Lisa Cabingas shared her manao with me about the lack of crosswalks on Lahainaluna Road near both Nahi'ena'ena Elementary and Lahaina Intermediate schools, we made them the highest priority projects," McKelvey said.

"I am extremely grateful to my fellow House members, particularly Speaker Souki and Representative Yamashita, who prioritized the safety needs of our keiki," McKelvey said.

Highlights of the House CIP Budget for West Maui for the 2014-15 Fiscal Years include $12 million to begin construction of a new classroom building at Princess Nahi'ena'ena Elementary School and $600,000 for ground and site improvements, including the installation of a PA system for the entire campus; $8.593 million for improvements along Honoapiilani Highway, including shoreline erosion mitigation; $750,000 for a new classroom building at Lahaina Intermediate School; $750,000 for construction and improvements to Lahaina Small Boat Harbor; $150,000 for crosswalks on Lahainaluna Road; and $54,000 for renovations to the shower and locker room at Lahainaluna High School.

House Bill 200 now heads to the Senate Ways and Means Committee for further review and action.

Once approved by the House and Senate, funds are released at the discretion of the governor.

Christie's International Real Estate Returns as Sponsor of the 2013 Tavistock Cup

Premier, invitation-only golf tournament to reach more than 120 million households worldwide

New York  - Christie’s International Real Estate is proud to announce its return as a sponsor of the 2013 Tavistock Cup, taking place March 25 and 26 at the Isleworth Golf & Country Club in Windermere, Florida. The officially sanctioned PGA Tour event is a team competition, featuring top touring professional members of the Albany, Isleworth Golf & Country Club, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, and Queenwood Golf Club, as well as the newly-added communities of Oak Tree National Golf Club and Primland.

Now in its tenth year, the tournament will bring together an impressive roster of internationally ranked golfers– segmented into groups of four—in a head-to-head contest for prize money, hole-in-one prizes, charitable donations, and the coveted crown of World Golf and Country Club Champion.

With no ropes separating the world’s best players from spectators, Tavistock Cup’s exclusivity is heightened by the fact that it is invitation-only, with attendance limited to approximately 3,500 guests.

“We are pleased to once again sponsor this premier golfing event, showcasing top talent on a global stage,” said Rick Moeser, Senior Vice President of Christie’s International Real Estate. “Coupled with our history in several of the key markets represented, Tavistock Cup’s reputation of excellence and worldwide exposure to an audience of highly qualified golf connoisseurs is a natural synergy for our brand and the portfolio of luxury properties we showcase.”

Reaching nearly 120 million households in more than 200 countries worldwide, the two-day event will be televised on the Golf Channel in the U.S., Canada, China, and Japan as well as other international broadcast affiliates in the United Kingdom, Australia, Latin America, and South Africa. Broadcast advertising from Christie’s International Real Estate will air four times during this year’s Tavistock Cup telecast. The television commercial will also be available on the day of its premiere on Christie’s International Real Estate’s newly-launched website and YouTube channel.

The Tavistock Cup began in 2004 as a friendly cross-town rivalry between the golf club communities of Isleworth and Lake Nona—both exclusive affiliates of Christie’s International Real Estate. In 2011, for the first time in its history, the Tavistock Cup expanded to a four-way competition, adding two new clubs, Albany, a luxury resort community in the Bahamas, and Queenwood, a classic Surrey heathland course outside London. With this year’s addition of Oak Tree National and Primwood, the six clubs represent the highest concentration of top-ranked golfers worldwide, collectively winning numerous international events and major championships. Since its establishment, the tournament has additionally contributed millions of dollars to philanthropic organizations worldwide.

About Christie’s International Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate is an invitation-only affiliate network composed of the world’s most proven and qualified real estate specialists in the luxury residential sector. The company has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Beverly Hills, Chicago, and Palm Beach, and approximately 125 global affiliates with 25,000 real estate professionals in 40 countries. For additional information about Christie’s International Real Estate, please visit www.christiesrealestate.com.

Israel Kreps, Kreps DeMaria

ikreps@krepspr.com