Paid Parking in Kona: Is Change Finally Coming?

Mayor Kimo Alameda and Councilwoman Villegas Kona Parking Meeting: Updates, Solutions & Community Voices

On Saturday April 12th, Mayor Kimo Alameda, Councilmember Rebecca Villegas, and key county leaders, led a public discussion forum focused on tackling one of Kona’s most pressing issues—paid parking challenges in the Kailua Village Business Improvement District.

🎤 In this video:
✔️ Insight into a proposed ordinance to cap paid parking rates
✔️ Community concerns around access, tourism impact & downtown business health
✔️ Updates on potential one-way traffic trial, parking lot enforcement, and shuttle options
✔️ Important civic lessons on how policy change is made—step by step
✔️ Voices from local business owners and long-time residents

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0:00 Intro
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The Mayor is also hosting another public meeting on April l15th at 5:30 at the Old Airport Pavilion.

📣 Got thoughts on Kona’s parking and traffic? Drop them in the comments below.
🗓️ Stay tuned for updates on when the County meetings on the proposed ordinance begins and how YOU can stay involved.
💬 Be part of the conversation—and the solution.

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