In this Pearl City Local Issue:

🌤️ Pearl City Weather

🏗️ Aloha Stadium Redevelopment Moves Forward, Projected for 2028 Finish

🐾 Rising Cases of Parvovirus and Panleukopenia

🏠 City Council Committee Passes Proposal to Tax Empty Homes on Oahu

📆 Upcoming Events

Aloha Stadium Redevelopment Moves Forward, Projected for 2028 Finish

The new Aloha Stadium in Halawa is expected to be completed in time for the 2028 football season, despite a minor delay. The state committee is working closely with Aloha Halawa District Partners (AHDP), the sole bidder, to finalize the $450 million project. Once the proposal is approved, a nine-month negotiation period will precede the demolition of the old stadium, with groundbreaking slated for 2025. The AHDP consortium will design, build, operate, and maintain the stadium, which will seat at least 25,000 people. The project also includes significant real estate development around the stadium.

Rising Cases of Parvovirus and Panleukopenia Spark Community Call to Help Pets

The Hawaiian Humane Society is facing a rise in parvovirus and panleukopenia cases among puppies and kittens and is calling for community action. They urge pet owners to avoid surrenders unless necessary and promote fostering or adoption, waiving fees until September 30. The society stresses the importance of vaccinations and spaying/neutering, while offering incentives for foster families. Enhanced disease prevention measures are in place at their shelters.

City Council Committee Passes Proposal to Tax Empty Homes on Oahu

Honolulu’s City Council advanced Bill 46, a proposal to impose taxes on vacant homes in a bid to address the island’s housing affordability issues. The tax would start at 1% of a home’s value and increase to 3% over time. Supporters believe it will incentivize property owners to rent or sell unused homes, potentially raising $180 million annually. The funds would primarily support affordable housing and homelessness initiatives. The bill still faces questions around enforcement and awaits further review by the City Council's budget committee.

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Oahu SPCA Adoption Event - Petco Pearl City - Looking to add to your family? Join us for for our monthly adoption event at Petco Pearl City on every second & fourth Saturday of each month. We have many fur babies looking for their forever home! We will be there from 10am-2pm.

Shop and Play Pickleball - The event is open to players of all levels and the Oahu Pickleball Association will provide all equipment. Three courts will be open to play America's fastest-growing sport or to get pointers from experienced instructors. Aloha Stadium - Sections 8a to 9b (next to the food court) - Sunday, Sept. 29 at 10:00am

Waimalu Plaza Craft & Gift Fair - Pop Up with local crafters, makers, jewelers, Japan and Korean imports, toys, DIY crafts, direct sellers, resellers & more! Saturday September 28, 2024 from 10am-2:30pm.

2024 Hawaiʻi Small Business Fair - 13th Annual Hawaiʻi Small Business Fair held at Leeward Community College on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM!

The Village Market has arrived at Pearlridge Center! Every Saturday, indulge in a variety of food trucks, browse through craft and retail vendors, and have fun with your friends and family! Don't forget to visit the beer garden featuring signature spirits and cocktails, relax in ample seating, and enjoy live entertainment! Stop by from 5-9 p.m in the Mauka parking lot fronting TJ Maxx.

Pearlridge Open-Air Farmers’ Market - Features some 30 vendors offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, plants and freshly made treats including oven-fresh breads and other baked goods. Every Saturday morning from 8 am to 12 pm at the Wai Makai street-level parking lot along Kamehameha Highway.

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