SENATOR BRANDON J.C. ELEFANTE ANNOUNCES CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AWARD FOR MICHAEL D. NAKASONE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER LIGHTING RENOVATIONS

PEARL CITY, HAWAIʻI – Senator Brandon J.C. Elefante (District 16 – ʻAiea, ʻAiea Heights, Hālawa, Pearlridge, Newtown, Royal Summit, Waimalu, Waiau, Momilani, Pacific Palisades, and Pearl City) announced that a $2 million construction contract has been awarded for lighting renovations at Pearl City High School’s Michael D. Nakasone Performing Arts Center auditorium.

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) issued a Notice of Award on November 9, 2026, confirming that D.Y.C. Electric Srvc LLC has been awarded the $2 million contract for the Auditorium Lighting Renovation Project. Construction is expected to begin following a pre-construction conference to coordinate scheduling, site access, and other project requirements.

“I extend my sincere mahalo to Pearl City High School, Maestro Michael D. Nakasone, Director of Bands Dr. Chadwick Kamei, Pearl City State Representative Gregg Takayama, the Ways and Means and Finance Committees and Pearl City area legislators for their support along with the Green Administration for their commitment to investing in our public schools,” said Senator Elefante. “Pearl City High School is an important part of our community, and these improvements will help ensure that its auditorium remains a valuable space for students, educators, and families. Investments in our school facilities are essential to providing students with safe, functional, and supportive learning environments.”

The project will involve the replacement of existing lighting systems throughout the auditorium, including house lighting, general work lighting, lighting controls and distribution systems, production lighting fixtures, and emergency lighting. These improvements are intended to modernize the auditorium's lighting infrastructure and enhance the facility's functionality for student performances, school assemblies, educational programs, and community events.

“I also want to thank Pearl City High School Principal Garrett Arakawa, the Department of Education, and everyone involved in moving this project forward,” Senator Elefante added. “Many people utilize the Nakasone Performing Arts Center for various events throughout the year. Seeing these much-needed improvements completed benefits our students and the greater Pearl City community.”

The Department of Education will coordinate with school officials and the contractor to establish a construction schedule and minimize disruptions to school operations.