Planning Studies

The Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OahuMPO) supports regional planning efforts by performing planning studies or providing funding to subrecipients to perform planning studies. The OahuMPO also encourages the development of an integrated multimodal transportation system to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of people and goods.

Below is the list of planning studies supported by the OahuMPO. Please use the buttons below to filter planning studies by mode.

For more information, please visit Subrecipient Monitoring and Support.

(Ongoing) Vision Zero Action Plan

The primary objective is to develop a Vision Zero Action Plan within the existing City and County of Honolulu Complete Streets Program that will identify high crash locations, establish and prioritize Vision Zero projects, develop educational materials, and...

(Ongoing) Transportation Demand Management Plan

The primary objective is to develop a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plan for the City and County of Honolulu that will develop targets, strategies, and evaluation measures to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and reduce single-occupancy vehicle (SOV)...

(Ongoing) Transit Rider Survey

The Transit Rider Survey Project will identify travel patterns and socio-economic profiles of transit riders to document the baseline conditions prior to the opening of the rail system. In addition, the survey results will be used to update and further calibrate...

(Ongoing) Multi-Modal Transit Asset Management Plan

Phase 2 The Multi-Modal TAM Plan – Phase 2 will build upon work slated to be completed in Phase 1. This project will support the City’s efforts to advance its asset management practices and maintain its bus, paratransit, and rail assets in a state of good repair....

(Ongoing) Energy Conservation Emissions Reduction Plan

The objective of this study is to prepare an energy conservation and emissions reduction plan for city transportation systems which shall include methods to meet city and state commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to sources of clean...

(Ongoing) Autonomous Vehicle Planning Study

This study aims to develop techniques to stimulate the long-term impacts of shared or autonomous vehicle (SAV) deployments and other new mobility technology within the regional Travel Demand Forecasting Model (TDFM). The model results will be used to assess the...

(Ongoing) Active Transportation Monitoring Data

Phase 2 and 3 Active Transportation Monitoring Data Phases 2 and 3 will build upon work slated to be completed in Phase 1. Percentage of Total Funds Spent Phase 1  This project will collect and manage active transportation data, which are first steps toward...

(2022) Ala Moana Transit Plaza Alternatives Analysis

The primary objective of this Ala Moana Transit Plaza (hereafter referred to as Kalia Plaza Mobility Hub) Alternatives Analysis (AA) is to conduct conceptual planning and design studies to assess alternatives for the development of a new mobility hub in the...

(2021) Work Where You Live

The Work Where You Live Study assessed the telework experience of Oahu-based State of Hawaii and City & County of Honolulu employees during the Stay-at-Home/Work-from-Home period of the COVID-19 pandemic with the intent of formulating and promoting updated...

(2019) Oahu Bike Plan Update

The Oahu Bike Plan Update, completed in December 2019, will guide the continued growth of bicycling as a safe, convenient, accessible, affordable, healthy, and fun transportation option. The focus of this 2019 Oahu Bike Plan Update is to identify specific projects,...

(2019) Emergency Evacuation Plan

Phase 1 (Completed May 2015) This project will document the informational gap that currently exists for the Community and visitor population on recommended evacuation routes from the coastal areas.  In addition to providing recommended evacuation routes, it will...

(2019) Central Oahu Transportation Study

The Central Oahu Transportation Study looked at the transportation needs of people who live, work, and play in Central Oahu, both now and in the future. The study evaluates how well the transportation system is working for people who travel to, from, and within...

(2019) Ala Wai Canal Alternative Analysis

The Ala Wai Alternatives Analysis was conducted in 2018-2019 to identify, develop, and evaluate whether and how to provide additional access over the Ala Wai Canal and enhance connection between the Waikiki, Ala Moana, and McCully/Moiliili neighborhoods....

(2017) Separate Left-Turn Phase Alternatives Study

This work element was a traffic study to update the existing left-turn lane signal phasing guidelines and evaluate the effectiveness of left-turn signal phasing guidelines by applying the methodology to select intersections. Responsible Agency: Department of...

(2016) Transit Fares Scenario Modeling Study

The purpose of the Transit Fares Scenario Modeling Study (“Fares Study”) is to forecast and analyze the ridership and fare revenue resulting from a short list of fare product and pricing options. Objectives to be accomplished include:  Provide City and HART...

(2016) Contra-Flow Update Study

The purpose of this study was to improve the AM and PM peak traffic congestion in the Primary Urban Center by identifying and quantifying if additional contra-flow measures are feasible in the peak travel periods.  Major east-west arterials or minor arterials...

(2016) Complete Streets Implementation Plan

The Complete Streets Implementation Study will provide the City & County with a framework for implementation of the Complete Streets ordinance. Responsible agency: Department of Transportation Services, City & County of Honolulu This study was completed in...

(2015) Village Park-Kupuna Loop Sub-Area Corridor Study

The purpose of this study is to identify and develop location-specific traffic engineering plans for operations and safety improvements in Village Park along the entire Kupuna Loop. This study may also serve to provide possible mitigative measures for other...

(2015) Traffic Signal Prioritization Methodology

The purpose of this study was to provide a methodology to prioritize the installation and modification of traffic signals for the City & County of Honolulu. Responsible Agency: Department of Transportation Services, City & County of...

(2015) Makakilo Traffic Study

Various safety concerns have been raised by the Makakilo community, including the Makakilo Drive Corridor.  Based on previous meetings with the Makakilo community, traffic safety concerns for Makakilo Drive expressed to the Department of Transportation Services...

(2015) Honolulu Urban Core Parking Master Plan

The purpose of this work element was to conduct an on-street and off-street “public parking” survey in the Honolulu urban core for the purpose of assessing existing and future parking (on-street and off-street) supply and demand. Responsible Agency: Department of...

(2013) West Waikiki Traffic Study

The objective of this work element is to conduct an area-wide traffic circulation study to identify and quantify existing deficiencies in traffic circulation in the Hobron Lane area of Waikiki. It will study mitigation measures and conceptual circulation plans for...

(2013) Waikiki Regional Circulator Study

The objectives of the Waikiki Regional Circulator Study were the following: Develop a plan that leads toward sustainable public transit service between the future rail terminus at Ala Moana Shopping Center and WaikikiAddress any resulting transit service impacts to...

(2012) Short-Range Transit Service Operations Plan

This work element will help improve operational efficiencies of public transit modes in the City & County of Honolulu and identify short-range capital improvements and financial priorities for Honolulu’s public transportation operations for the years 2009...