A section of Keōpūolani Regional Park in Maui will be temporarily closed this Friday to accommodate the memorial services for Officer Suzanne O, who recently fell in the line of duty. According to an announcement by the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation, the closure affects the makai side of the park that's accessible via Keōpūolani Parkway, between Kanaloa and Wahinepio avenues. The area is set to close at 7 a.m. on August 29 and should reopen later the same day, after the services conclude by 3 p.m.
The decision aims to "provide parking and support safe pedestrian access for attendees walking to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center," as expressed in a statement obtained by the County of Maui's official alert.
While this section of the park will not be available, the DPR has confirmed that the mauka portion of Keōpūolani Regional Park will remain open to the public. This includes the skate park, the field, comfort stations, and walking paths. Therefore, locals and visitors who plan to use the facility on Friday can still enjoy these amenities.
Those looking for more information about the closure or the park's availability have been directed to reach out to the DPR's Permits Division. Interested parties can contact them at (808) 270-7389, as noted in the original announcement.
