General Manager’s Corner
ALOHA AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO THE OCC ‘OHANA! I hope this message finds you in good spirits and well-rested after a wonderful holiday season. I hope that 2024 brings health and happiness to you and your families!
a measure designed to provide a lasting solution and significantly reduce the need for future maintenance. We understand the importance of keeping our members informed and connected throughout this process. To this end, we will provide regular updates through a designated section on our website and weekly emails detailing the project’s progress. Additionally, our digital display screens at the Club will be constantly updated with the most current information. Your understanding and support during this time of improvement are greatly appreciated. These enhancements are essential for the long-term benefit and safety of our Club and members. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information.
I am writing to share an important update regarding the Club’s commitment to improving and maintaining our facilities. We are embarking on a significant project that entails the repair and upgrade of our parking structure. This project, scheduled to commence on January 15, 2024, is expected to take approximately eight months to complete and will involve extensive work on every level of the parking garage.
The decision to undertake this project was not made lightly. Over the past two years, we have engaged in rigorous planning and due diligence to ensure its success. We are fortunate to have the expertise of renowned structural engineer Michael Kasamoto guiding this endeavor. Working alongside Jono Saunders, our Facilities Director, and the Buildings and Grounds Committee, Mr. Kasamoto’s leadership will be invaluable in ensuring the longevity and durability of our parking structure. During the repair period, we anticipate some disruptions, including a reduction in the number of available parking spaces. The canoe storage area will also be aected, necessitating a temporary relocation of watercraft. Additionally, the mauka and makai fitness centers will face intermittent closures to facilitate necessary under-mat repairs. The need for these repairs is rooted in the history and current demands of our facilities. Constructed in 1964 and expanded in 1987, our parking garage requires refurbishment to address concrete spalling and the unique challenges presented by our coastal location. A significant aspect of this project is the complete waterproofing of the parking structure,
Thank you for your patience and support as we undertake this significant project.
Sincerely,
Tyler Roukema, General Manager
6 AMA | JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2024
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