Hawaii Superferry Environmental Commitments and Actions

Report
Hawaii Superferry
Commitments and Actions to
Address Environmental
Concerns
Prepared for
Hawaii Superferry, Inc.

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HAWAII SUPERFERRY COMMITMENTS AND ACTIONS TO ADDRESS ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
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Contents
1.0 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Document Purpose ................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Background................................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Vessel Information.................................................................................................... 2
1.4 Harbor Information .................................................................................................. 4
1.4.1 Honolulu ....................................................................................................... 4
1.4.2 Kahului .......................................................................................................... 4
1.4.3 Nawiliwili ..................................................................................................... 4
1.4.4 Kawaihae....................................................................................................... 5
1.5 Schedule of Service ................................................................................................... 5
1.6 Check-in and Screening Process ............................................................................. 6
2.0 Hawaii Superferry Commitments .................................................................................. 7
3.0 Hawaii Superferry Actions .............................................................................................. 8
3.1 Marine Mammals ...................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Invasive Species......................................................................................................... 9
3.2.1 HSF Invasive Species Policies and Procedures........................................ 9
3.3 Harbor Users............................................................................................................ 10
3.4 Traffic........................................................................................................................ 10
3.5 Security ..................................................................................................................... 10
3.6 Public Safety ............................................................................................................ 11
3.7 Hazardous Materials .............................................................................................. 11
3.8 Vessel ........................................................................................................................ 12
3.9 Public Consultation and Outreach ....................................................................... 12
3.9.1 Advisory Boards ........................................................................................ 12
3.9.2 HDOT Public Meetings ............................................................................. 13
3.9.3 HSF Public Meetings and Presentations................................................. 14
3.9.4 Public Outreach.......................................................................................... 19
3.10 Agency Consultation .............................................................................................. 19
Figures
1 Hawaii Superferry Route Maps
2 Hawaii Superferry Vessel Profile
Tables
1 Hawaii Superferry Vessel Dimensions
2 Hawaii Superferry Proposed Schedule
Appendices
A Public Utilities Commission Decision
B Hawaii Superferry Tariff
C Hawaii Department of Transportation Exemption Declarations
D U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration Record of Categorical
Exclusion Determination
E Court Rulings
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F Operations Plans
G Whale Avoidance Policy
H Maui Invasive Species Council Presentation to Hawaii Superferry
I Hawaii Superferry Presentation to Coordinating Group of Alien Pest Species
J Harbor Users Principals Working Group Meeting
K Mercator Report
L Harbor Users Meeting Summaries
M Traffic Studies
N Presentation to U.S. Coast Guard, December 2005
O Presentation to the Law Enforcement Group, February 2006
P Notices for HDOT Public Meetings
Q Sign-in Sheets for HDOT Public Meetings
R Presentations at HDOT Public Meetings
S Questions and Answers from HDOT Public Meetings
T Public Outreach
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Abbreviations and Acronyms

A&B Alexander and Baldwin
CATRALA Car and Truck Rental and Leasing Association

CGAPS Coordinating Group of Alien Pest Species
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DAR DLNR, Division of Aquatic Resources

DLNR State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources
DMO Director of Marine Operations
DWT Deadweight
EA Environmental Assessment
EIS Environmental Impact Statement
EMS Emergency Medical Services
HDOA State of Hawaii Department of Agriculture

HDOT State of Hawaii Department of Transportation
HHLA Hawaii Hotel & Lodging Association
HHUG Hawaii Harbor Users Group
HIDTA High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas, Office of National Drug
Policy – U.S. Dept of Justice
HISC Hawaii Invasive Species Committee
HOST Hawaii Ocean Safety Team
HSAC Hawaii State Association of Counties
HSF Hawaii Superferry, Inc.
HWICA Hawaii Wall & Ceiling Industry Association
ID Identification
ILWU International Longshore and Warehouse Union
KEDB Kauai Economic Development Board

KISC Kauai Invasive Species Council
MARAD U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration

MARPOL International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from
Ships; Maritime Pollution
MISC Maui Invasive Species Council
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MSO Marine Safety Office
NMFS National Marine Fisheries Service

NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
OMPO CAC Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization, Citizen Advisory

Committee
PUC Public Utilities Commission
SBA Small Business Administration

SWATH Small-Waterplane-Area-Twin-Hull
USCG United States Coast Guard

USMMAAA United States Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Document Purpose
Hawaii Superferry, Inc. (HSF) has undertaken and commissioned studies, sought public
input, and crafted policies on issues relating to the operation of the ferry service between
the four main Hawaiian Islands. This document provides a brief background on HSF
and its operations, presents a summation of study efforts and findings, and provides the
relevant documentation.
1.2 Background
Hawaii Superferry, Inc. will provide interisland vehicle and passenger ferry service
between four Hawaiian Islands. The four ports of call are Honolulu Harbor (Piers 19 &
20) on Oahu; Kahului Harbor (Pier 2) on Maui; Nawiliwili Harbor (Pier 1) on Kauai; and
Kawaihae Harbor on the Big Island of Hawaii. HSF proposes to provide initial
interisland ferry service between Honolulu/Kahului and Honolulu/Nawiliwili once per
day. Initial operations will be conducted with one ferry vessel beginning in 2007.
A second vessel will be put in service in early 2009, at which time a Honolulu/Kawaihae
route would begin as well as a second daily trip to Kahului. (See Figure 1 for routes.)
FIGURE 1
Hawaii Superferry Routes
As a water transportation company, HSF filed an application with the Public Utilities
Commission (PUC) for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to engage in
operations as a Water Carrier. HSF participated in public hearings on four islands and
received a decision granting the certificate on December 30, 2004. See Appendix A for
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the PUC Decision. HSF also filed a tariff with the PUC that stated HSF’s operating
commitments and policies. See Appendix B for the tariff.
In February 2005, the State of Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) found that
an Environmental Assessment (EA) was not required and issued exemption declarations
for each harbor. See Appendix C for these exemption declarations. In March 2005, the
U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD) determined,
through a categorical exclusion, that an environmental review was not needed for a
federal loan guarantee (see Appendix D). There have been two separate legal challenges
to these exemptions, one in federal court and one in state court. On both legal
challenges, the courts affirmed that an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was not
required. The final rulings are contained in Appendix E.
1.3 Vessel Information

The vessels used by HSF are approximately 106-meter (350-foot) high-speed vehicle-
passenger, small-waterplane-area-twin hull (SWATH) type vessels with aluminum hulls
built by AustalUSA in Mobile, Alabama. The following section provides a description of
the physical characteristics and operations of the vessel during its sailing.
The principal dimensions of the HSF vessel are summarized as follows:
TABLE 1
Hawaii Superferry – Vessel Dimensions
Dimension Length
Waterline Length 92.4 meters (303’01”)
Molded Beam 23.8 meters (78’1”)
Molded Depth 9.4 meters (30’10”)
Overall Length 106.5 meters (349’4”)
Maximum Draft 3.65 meters (11’8”)
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FIGURE 2
Hawaii Superferry Vessel Profile
The ferry consists of four decks:
x bridge deck which contains the vessel controls

x passenger deck where all passengers will be required to be during sailing
x mezzanine deck for passenger vehicles
x main deck for both passenger and commercial vehicles, including trucks and
buses
The total passenger capacity of the vessel is 866 persons and the maximum vehicle
capacity is 282 passenger cars with no tall vehicles present (vehicles greater than 8 feet
clear height which cannot traverse the main deck freely without overhead interference).
The number of passenger cars that the vessel can hold is inversely proportional to the
number of tall vehicles.
The service speed of the HSF vessels is 35 knots in smooth water with a load of 400 tons
Deadweight (DWT). Travel speed in shallow waters (less than 100 fathoms) will be
reduced during whale season to 25 knots or less, which is considered by to be a similar
speed of some other vessels (such as cruise and cargo ships) using Hawaiian waters.
With a National Humpback Whale Sanctuary in Hawaiian waters, the ferry design itself
can help reduce impact to whale habitat and reduce the chance of striking a whale.
These features include:
x No discharged wastewater into Hawaiian waters

x Slender hulls with shallow draft that reduce the “swept area” which may strike a
whale, thereby reducing the chance of strikes
x No propellers which have in the past produced lacerations
x High maneuverability with the ability to turn, slow, and stop quickly
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1.4 Harbor Information

Hawaii Superferry will operate in ports owned and managed by the HDOT – Harbors
Division. These areas are improved, and are currently used by other harbor tenants. The
ferries will be accessed by State-owned barges and ramps. HSF completed Operations
Plans for each harbor in November 2006. The Operations Plans provide a detailed
description of the planned terminal and vessel operating procedures. These are
contained in Appendix F.
1.4.1 Honolulu
Honolulu Harbor is one of the largest container handling ports in the United States with
over 8 million short tons of cargo handled annually. The harbor encompasses over 200
acres of container yards and 30 major berth facilities with over five linear miles of
mooring space. It is the primary shipping link between the United States and the Pacific
Rim countries, as well as the neighbor island ports.
The Honolulu Ferry Terminal will be situated on Piers 19 and 20. Piers 19 and 20 are
located in the central portion of Honolulu Harbor, just west of downtown Honolulu.
Landside access occurs off of Nimitz Highway at two locations: Kukahi Street, and a
driveway access, approximately 200 feet east of Kukahi Street.
A Passenger Terminal building, initially built by DOT for other users, is located on the
Pier 19 site. The area on Pier 20 that will be utilized for vehicle queuing is paved and
lighted. HSF will ensure that light levels are adequate and compliant to conduct
operations. The yard area is also equipped with fire hydrants. Additional existing utility
connections include electrical power, communications, and water.
1.4.2 Kahului
Kahului is the only commercial harbor on the island of Maui. It is located on the north
side of the island, within Kahului Bay. It is approximately 89 nautical miles from
Honolulu Harbor. A full range of maritime services and facilities are provided at the
Harbor, including a cruise ship terminal. The harbor consists of three piers with over
3,000 feet of berthing space.
HSF will have a split operational area at Kahului Harbor. HSF will operate from Pier 2B
which is located on the west side of the harbor, at the makai end of the pier. The overall
length of Pier 2 (A and B) is 894 feet. The ferry loading barge will be situated along Pier
2B which has a length of 295 feet. The makai end of Pier 2 will be utilized for vehicle
queuing and passenger loading/unloading from an HSF shuttle. HSF will also operate
from an area adjacent to Kaahumanu Avenue, bound by Wharf Street and Pu'unene
Avenue. These areas will be utilized for passenger pick-up/drop-off, passenger and
vehicle check-in activities and as a waiting area.
1.4.3 Nawiliwili
Nawiliwili is the island of Kauai’s primary port and commercial harbor. It is located on
the southeast coast of Kauai, 1 mile from the county seat of Lihue and approximately
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96 nautical miles from Honolulu Harbor. Facilities include piers for the handling of both
overseas and inter-island containerized and general cargo. The harbor consists of 3 piers
with over 1,800 feet of berthing space.
The HSF will operate from Pier 1 and the adjacent yard located on the jetty. Pier 1 is
located on the east side of the harbor. It has a berth length of 704 feet at a depth of
35 feet. The yard area contiguous to Pier 1 is approximately 20.5 acres.
1.4.4 Kawaihae
Kawaihae is one of the two deep draft harbors on the Island of Hawaii. It is located on
the northwest coast of the Big Island, approximately 132 nautical miles from Honolulu
Harbor. Facilities in Kawaihae Harbor include piers for the handling of both overseas
and inter-island containerized and general cargo. The harbor consists of two piers with
over 1,150 feet of berthing space.
HSF was to operate from Pier 1 which is located on the west side of the harbor, near the
harbor entrance channel. However, the earthquake of October 15, 2006, damaged Pier 1
and is no longer usable. HDOT – Harbors Division is currently determining an alternate
operating area for HSF at Kawaihae Harbor.
1.5 Schedule of Service

Initial service is to begin in July 2007. One ferry vessel will provide service to three ports:
Honolulu, Oahu; Kahului, Maui; and Nawiliwili, Kauai. A second ferry vessel and
service to Kawaihae, Big Island is projected to begin in early 2009.
The proposed inter-island passenger and vehicle ferry service schedule to and from the
four major ports was established in coordination with HDOT-Harbors and the PUC.
TABLE 2
Hawaii Superferry Proposed Schedule
Vessel Departure Port Departure Time Destination Port Arrival Time
1 Honolulu 6:30 a.m. Kahului 9:30 a.m.
1 Kahului 11:00 a.m. Honolulu 2:00 p.m.
1 Honolulu 3:00 p.m. Nawiliwili 6:00 p.m.
1 Nawiliwili 7:00 p.m. Honolulu 10:00 p.m.
2 Honolulu 7:30 a.m. Kawaihae 11:45 a.m.
2 Kawaihae 12:45 p.m. Honolulu 5:00 p.m.
2 Honolulu 6:00 p.m. Kahului 9:00 p.m.
2 Kahului 10:30 p.m. Honolulu 1:30 a.m.
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1.6 Check-in and Screening Process

Most HSF customers are expected to hold ticketed reservations before their arrival at the
respective ferry terminals. This will speed the check-in process, as well as minimize the
space required for ferry terminal operations and short-term waiting area.
Advanced ticketing will be the primary means of reserving space on the ferry voyage
and providing payment. Passengers will be able to purchase tickets via the HSF website,
by phone, or in-person at the dock. Vehicle and passenger information will be collected
at the time of ticketing.
Passengers will be made aware of vehicle, plant, and animal restrictions at the time of
ticket purchase. Any person or vehicle that does not comply with restrictions will not be
allowed on the ferry, and will be required to leave the terminal area.
Each passenger will be issued a reservation number. This number or a pre-printed
boarding pass and government-issued photo identification (ID) are needed to board the
ferry. Luggage will be checked at the ticketing counter and is subject to screening.
Vehicle drivers must provide a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of
insurance. The vehicle must be free of mud and caked-on dirt to help prevent the spread
of invasive species. All compartments must be unlocked for easy inspection. Everything
in the vehicle, including all containers and carry-ons, is subject to security inspection.
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2.0 Hawaii Superferry Commitments

Hawaii Superferry is committed to addressing a wide range of measures to address
environmental concerns. Following is a list of those commitments.
Marine Mammals
To develop and implement whale avoidance policies to avoid harming whales.
Invasive Species
To develop and adopt screening procedures and a passenger education program
necessary to help prevent the spread of alien species between islands.
Harbor Users
To collaborate with both commercial and recreational users for existing harbor
space and study how to coordinate the conflicting needs of harbor users.
Traffic
To complete analyses of the traffic data of the project and develop and
implement measures to manage traffic flow.
Security
To develop a security plan for the HSF vessels and facilities on each island that
includes passenger and vehicle screening.
Public Safety
To inform, cooperate, and interact with local police and fire departments and
emergency medical services on all islands.
Hazardous Materials
To manage and minimize risks of hazardous material handling.
Vessel
To create a vessel that is environmentally friendly to the Hawaiian Islands and
its surrounding oceans and marine life.
Public Consultation and Outreach

To consult with, and invite comments from, the general public about HSF
policies and procedures where appropriate.
Agency Consultation
To consult with, and invite comments from agencies and coordinate reviews of
HSF policies and procedures where appropriate.
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3.0 Hawaii Superferry Actions

Following is a list of actions undertaken by HSF to follow through on commitments to
address environmental concerns.
3.1 Marine Mammals

Congress, in consultation with the State of Hawaii, designated the Hawaiian Islands
Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary on November 4, 1992. The Hawaiian
Islands National Marine Sanctuary Act identified the following purposes for the
sanctuary: to protect humpback whales and their habitat within the sanctuary; to
educate and interpret for the public the relationship of humpback whales and the
Hawaiian Islands marine environment; to manage human uses of the sanctuary
consistent with the Hawaiian Islands National Marine Sanctuary Act and the National
Marine Sanctuary Act; and to provide for the identification of marine resources and
ecosystems of national significance for possible inclusion in the sanctuary.
Hawaii Superferry worked actively with whale researchers and other experts to develop
their Whale Avoidance Policy and Procedures, which were finalized in May 2005 (see
Appendix G). This policy contains procedures to avoid whales, what to do if whales are
sighted, and specific routes designed to avoid whales during whale season (generally
from January through April). HSF continues to explore additional methods of whale
avoidance that would enhance the current policy such as communicating with
companies who are researching forward-looking sonar and exploring the use of a
“Whale Spotter Boat Alert System” developed by whale researchers.
The ferry routes are primarily in deep waters where whale concentrations are smaller.
Routes will be changed during whale season to avoid the more densely concentrated
areas in the Maui area and Penguin Banks. Travel speed will be reduced during whale
season in shallow waters (less than 100 fathoms) to 25 knots or less, which is a similar
speed as other vessels using Hawaii waters, such as cruise and cargo ships. Two
dedicated whale lookouts will be on the bridge during whale season, in addition to the
Captain and an officer. High tech motion stabilizing and night vision binoculars will be
used in addition to radar to help avoid whales.
In addition, the design of the ferries can themselves help reduce impact to whale habitat
and reduce the chance of harming a whale. These features include:
x No discharged wastewater into Hawaiian waters

x Slender hulls with shallow draft that reduce the “swept area” which may strike a
whale, thereby reducing the chance of strikes
x No propellers which have in the past produced lacerations
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council
supports the HSF Whale Avoidance Policy (see Appendix G).
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3.2 Invasive Species

Hawaii Superferry has developed policies and procedures in collaboration with the State
of Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) and invasive species experts to help
prevent the movement of invasive species. These policies are detailed below in Section
3.2.1.
HSF collaborated with the public outreach workgroup of the Hawaii Invasive Species
Council (HISC) to develop an education program for all ferry passengers. The program
has components at time of reservation, on the website, in the terminals, and on-board
the vessel with video. Passengers will be instructed on how to help prevent the spread
of invasive species between islands.
HSF held meetings with many different groups to help understand the invasive species
issue and craft their invasive species policies and procedures. These activities included:
x Held numerous meetings with HDOA in 2006. These meetings occurred in

March, June, September, October, and December. These meeting were a
collaborative effort to ensure that the HSF tariff was in compliance with HDOA
regulations.
x Formed a special invasive species workgroup with experts around the state to
assist it with the issue. This group was established in October 2006, and includes
representatives from Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR)-
Aquatic Resources, DLNR-Invasive Species, Fish and Wildlife Service, Invasive
Species Committees, and the Nature Conservancy.
x Invited the Kauai Invasive Species Council (KISC) and Maui Invasive Species
Council (MISC) to give presentations to HSF. See Appendix H for the
presentation given by MISC on invasive species.
x Presented information to the Coordinating Group of Alien Pest Species (CGAPS)

and requested feedback. This presentation is presented in Appendix I.
3.2.1 HSF Invasive Species Policies and Procedures

Passengers will be made aware of vehicle, plant, and animal restrictions at the time of
ticket purchase. Any person or vehicle that does not comply with restrictions will not be
allowed on the ferry, and will be required to leave the terminal area.
HSF staff will conduct agriculture screening before passengers board. Screening will be
monitored by the HDOA.
Plants and propagative plant parts (for example, roots and root stock) must be inspected
at the HDOA Plant Quarantine Office and will only be permitted onto the Hawaii
Superferry if accompanied by a signed HDOA certificate of inspection. (Plant
Quarantine inspection offices are near each port.) No other plants will be permitted on
board.
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Domestic cats and dogs (and service animals with verification) and certain livestock will
be allowed on board subject to HDOA regulations. Domestic livestock and poultry may
travel in a vehicle if accompanied by a HDOA Certificate of Ownership & Movement.
This is limited to domestic cattle, horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, and chickens.
No reptiles, snakes, birds (except HDOA registered poultry transported by registered
growers), rodents, or exotic species of animals of any kind are allowed onboard.
Vehicles will be screened before boarding to ensure compliance. Dirty or muddy
vehicles with accumulated or caked dirt will not be allowed aboard.
3.3 Harbor Users

HSF is a founding member of the Hawaii Harbor Users Group (HHUG). HHUG is a
non-profit maritime transportation industry group whose members include key harbor
users. HHUG works collaboratively with the Department of Transportation, Harbors
Division to help identify and prioritize desired improvements for commercial harbors
state-wide.
The Hawaii Harbor Users Group commissioned studies to help identify harbor
improvements and funding (see Appendices J and K). Meetings notes and summaries
are included in Appendix L.
3.4 Traffic
A traffic impact study was completed for each harbor in November 2006 (see
Appendix M). These studies were conducted assuming a maximum load of passengers
and vehicles during the busiest traffic times. Analyses were performed according to the
procedures developed in the Highway Capacity Manual for unsignalized and signalized
intersections.
As a result of these studies, HSF revised its departure schedules to avoid the busiest
times of the day. HSF is working with the HDOT-Highways Division to address traffic
impacts. Port facilities were designed to accommodate expected vehicle loads. HSF staff
will manage traffic entering and exiting each facility to help prevent traffic congestion.
3.5 Security
As required by the Department of Homeland Security, there will security procedures for
passengers and vehicles, while at the terminals and on the vessel. Security plans will be
approved by the United States Coast Guard (USCG), which is the agency for Homeland
Security that oversees maritime security.
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3.6 Public Safety

HSF will coordinate with HDOT; the Hawaii State Department of Motor Vehicles; and
local, state, and federal law enforcement for screening procedures. Meetings have been
held with local police on Big Island, Kauai, and Oahu; HSF is trying to arrange a
meeting with the police on Maui. In addition, meetings were held with Emergency
Medical Services (EMS) and fire departments on each of the four islands.
The ferries are built to the latest and most stringent ocean safety standards. Satellite
navigation systems will know where the ferry is at all times. Each of the four diesel
engines and water jet propulsion systems is independent. Each of the two catamaran
hulls includes eight watertight compartments. And the ferry uses fireproof and fire-
resistant materials throughout, along with automatic fire control systems, and the most
advanced evacuation and life raft systems available.
Crew areas are securely locked and separate from passengers and there will be a
security officer onboard. All crew members will be trained in security measures. The
ferry is monitored by a network of video cameras and alarms. In addition, passengers
are not allowed on the vehicle deck while the ferry is under way.
Boarding tickets will be matched with picture IDs for adults. Vehicles and their drivers
must have a current license, proof of car insurance, and motor vehicle registration,
which will have to be shown at the time of boarding. Vehicles will be inspected by
security staff and all compartments of vehicles must be unlocked for inspection.
See the Operations Plans in Appendix F for more specific check-in information.
Owners or operators of ferry vessels are required to designate security officers and
develop security plans based on Coast Guard requirements and assessments measures
specific to the vessel’s operations. The security plan must address measures for the
interface of the vessel as well as the terminal. HSF has contracted with Hornblower
Marine Services to provide facility security plans and services.
A presentation was made to the U.S. Coast Guard in December 2005, and to the Law
Enforcement Group in February 2006. See Appendices N and O, respectively, for these
presentations.
3.7 Hazardous Materials

Hawaii Superferry, Inc. developed a hazardous materials (HazMat) plan that dictates
what, if any hazardous materials can be brought aboard the Superferry. (See the HSF
tariff in Appendix B for more details.) These include refrigerator trucks, propane, and
fireworks. Any hazardous materials will be in accordance with the Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR).
Legal firearms must be declared and left in the vehicle. Explosives and hazardous
materials are not permitted in luggage or carry-ons.
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3.8 Vessel
Fueling will occur only after the last voyage of the day at the Honolulu Ferry Terminal.
These operations will not take place during vehicle/passenger loading activities, and
will comply with HDOT, USCG, and International Convention for the Prevention of
Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) regulations.
Wastewater will be stored onboard, and released to a dockside tanker truck that will
discharge the wastewater into the municipal system in accordance with Federal, State,
and local regulations.
Vessel specifications and basic operations were discussed in Section 1.4. More specific
information is contained in the Operations Plans in Appendix F.
3.9 Public Consultation and Outreach

Hawaii Superferry participated in four levels of public outreach: Advisory Boards;
HDOT public meetings; public meetings sponsored by, and put on, by HSF itself; and
information about HSF, invasive species, and other subjects disseminated through HSF’s
website and newspaper advertisements. In addition, HSF has consulted with agencies
throughout its process.
3.9.1 Advisory Boards

HSF established Advisory Boards on the Big Island, Kauai, and Maui. These advisory
boards were established to guide HSF in addressing community issues on each island.
They consisted of community members on each island from a variety of backgrounds.
Topics discussed included traffic issues, invasive species concerns, whale avoidance
policies, and harbor planning and use.
Advisory boards serve as volunteers and receive no compensation from HSF. Board
members were initially selected by HSF; however, any board members subsequently
appointed were suggested and agreed on by each board.
Advisory Board meetings are held on a regularly scheduled basis with frequency
determined by each board.
The Advisory Board on the Big Island began meeting monthly in March 2006, and in
May 2006, switched to bi-monthly meetings. Their meetings involved discussions about
traffic, discussions about the Kawaihae Harbor, and a site visit.
The Kauai Advisory Board began meeting monthly in March 2006. Topics of their
meetings included traffic, invasive species, and social impact issues.
The Advisory Board on Maui began meeting in March 2006. They met at least monthly,
though occasionally more frequently. Paramount topics at their meetings were traffic
issues, canoe paddlers in Kahului Harbor, the need to address environmental concerns,
and ways to help prevent the spread of invasive species.
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3.9.2 HDOT Public Meetings

In June and September 2006, HDOT conducted public meetings which invited feedback
on the islands of Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island of Hawaii. Following is a list of
those meetings.
Big Island of Hawaii
x June 19, 2006 – Kealakekua

x June 20, 2006 – Hilo
x June 20, 2006 – Waimea
x September 26, 2006 – Kailua-Kona
Kauai
x June 26, 2006 – Kapaa

x June 27, 2006 – Eleele
x June 27, 2006 – Lihue
x September 25, 2006 – Lihue
Maui
x June 21, 2006 – Lahaina
x June 22, 2006 – Kahului
x June 22, 2006 – Kihei
x September 27, 2006 – Wailuku
Oahu
x June 29, 2006 – Honolulu
x July 5, 2006 – Honolulu
x July 6, 2006 – Kaneohe
x September 28, 2006 – Honolulu
By law, public notice was required to be given at least 10 days prior to each meeting.
Appendix P contains the text of the Pubic Notices published for these meetings and a list
of their publication date and location. Appendix Q provides the sign-in sheets for these
meetings. See Appendix R for the presentations given. Questions and comments were
also taken and given subsequent answers, which were posted to the HSF website. See
Appendix S.
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3.9.3 HSF Public Meetings and Presentations

In addition to the HDOT public meetings, HSF conducted meetings and gave
presentations that solicited feedback and encouraged discussion on the Big Island of
Hawaii, Kauai, Maui, and Oahu.
Those HSF-conducted meetings included the following:
2002
x Governor Linda Lingle
2003
x Alexander and Baldwin

x City and County of Honolulu Councilman Mike Gabbard
x HDOT
x Senator Daniel Inouye Staff
2004
x Ala Moana Rotary

x Alexander and Baldwin
x Car and Truck Rental and Leasing Association (CATRALA)
x Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii
x Downtown Honolulu Rotary
x Financial Executives International Hawaii Chapter
x Governor’s West Hawaii Advisory Committee
x Governor's Maui Advisory Committee
x Hawaii Economic Association
x Hawaii Transportation Association
x Hawaiian Canoe Club
x Hawaiian Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary
x HDOT
x US Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration
x Hawaii Hotel & Lodging Association (HHLA)
x Honolulu/Pier 19 Community
x Hawaii Ocean Safety Team (HOST)
x Hawaii State Association of Counties (HSAC)
x International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU)
x Maui Economic Development Board
x Maui Tomorrow
x Mayor Allan Arakawa
x Marine Safety Office (MSO) Honolulu
x Na Ka 'Ewalu Canoe and Cultural Club
FEBRUARY 2007
x Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization, Citizen Advisory Committee (OMPO

CAC)
x PUC and Consumer Advocate State of Hawaii
x Representative Joe Souki
x Rotary Club of Honolulu
x Small Business Administration (SBA) Entrepreneur’s Conference
x Senator Daniel Inouye
x Senator Roz Baker
x State Private Investment Fund
x Hawaii Angels
x United States Coast Guard (USCG)
2005
x Department of Transportation - Harbors Division - Maui

x East Kauai Lions Club
x Ewa Beach Community
x Exchange Club
x Hawaii Association of County Building Officials
x Hawaii Business Travelers Association
x Hawaii Developers Council
x Hawaii Island Economic Development Board
x Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Advisory
Council
x Hilo Rotary Club
x Honolulu Pier 19 Community
x House of Representatives Committee on Transportation
x Hawaii Society of Public Accountants 45th Annual Conference
x Hui Wa'a
x Kahului Rotary Club
x Kauai Chamber of Commerce
x Kauai County Council Planning Commission
x Kauai Rotary Club
x Lions Club
x Maui Chamber of Commerce
x Maui County Councilmember Robert Carroll
x Maui Invasive Species Committee
x Maui Rotary Club
x Maui Senior Citizen Planning & Coordination Council
x Maui Economic Opportunity Inc.
x Mililani Mauka/Launanani Valley Neighborhood Board
x Nature Conservancy
x Maui Office of the Mayor
x Maui Canoe Clubs
x Senate Committee on Transportation and Government Operations
FEBRUARY 2007
x State Legislature
x Superintendent of Haleakala National Park
x USCG
x United States Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association (USMMAAA)
x Waianae Coast Neighborhood Board
x West Hawaii Taxpayers Association
x West Maui Taxpayers Association
2006
x A&B Properties, AJA Baseball, Kauai

x Aaron Leong, Senator Daniel Inouye staff in Honolulu
x Agriculture Conference, Annual Statewide Conference
x Agriculture Leadership Foundation of Hawaii
x Air Cargo Association
x Big Island Farm Fair, Kona
x Big Island Farm Bureau
x Business Overview
x CATRALA
x Chamber of Commerce 3rd Quarter Membership Meeting
x City and County of Honolulu
x Commission on Transportation
x Councilchair Stacy Higa, Big Island
x Councilmember Bob Carroll, Maui
x Councilmember Charmain Tavares, Maui
x Councilmember Danny Mateo, Maui
x Councilmember Donald Ikeda, Big Island, South Hilo
x Councilmember Fred Holschuh, Big Island, North Hilo
x Councilmember Gary Safarik's legislative aide, Big Island
x Councilmember Jo Ann Johnson, Maui
x Councilmember Joann Yukimura, Kauai
x Councilmember Peter Hoffman, Big Island, Kawaihae District
x Councilmember Virginia Isbell, Big Island, Kona District
x DLNR, Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR)
x Drs. Lou Herman and Adam Pack
x Exchange Club of Bishop Street
x Federal Law Enforcement Agencies
x Hawaii County Council
x Hawaii County Fair, Hilo
x Hawaii Harbors Users Group
x Hawaii HIDTA (High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas, Office of National Drug
Policy – U.S. Dept of Justice)
x HISC Public Outreach Workgroup
x Hawaii Seniors Institute
x Hawaii Sheriff (Pier 19)
FEBRUARY 2007
x Hawaii Telecommunications Association

x Hawaii Transportation Association
x Hawaii Venture Capital Association
x Hawaiian Canoe Club, Maui
x Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary
x HDOA - Plant Quarantine & Animal Industries Division
x HDOT - Oahu
x Honolulu Advertiser Editorial Board
x Honolulu Board of Realtors
x Honolulu Fire Department, Chiefs/Operations
x Honolulu Fire Department, Planning Office
x Honolulu Harbor Users
x Honolulu Police Department
x Honolulu Star Bulletin Editorial Board
x Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association, Maui
x Hawaii Wall & Ceiling Industry Association (HWCIA)
x International Administrative Assistant Professionals
x International Facilities Management Association
x Joint House/Senate Transportation Committees
x Kahului & Maui Mall Marketing & Lease Managers
x Kahului Harbor Users
x Kahului Master Planning Meeting
x Kaipo Asing, Kauai County Council Chair
x Kauai Board of Realtors, Community Issues Committee
x Kauai Chamber of Commerce
x Kauai County Farm Bureau Fair
x Kauai County Fire Department
x Kauai County Police Department
x Kauai County Council Members Individual Meetings
x Kauai Economic Development Board (KEDB)
x Kauai Economic Opportunity
x Kauai Farm Bureau Board of Directions
x Kauai Fire Department
x Kauai Planning & Action Alliance
x Kauai Police Department
x Kawaihae Business Group
x Kawaihae Canoe Club
x Kawaihae Local Resources Council
x Ken Stokes, Environmental Economist, Kauai
x Kihei Sunrise Rotary Club
x Kihei Wailea Rotary Club
x Kona Mauka Rotary
x Kona/Kohala Chamber of Commerce
x Lahaina Restoration Association
FEBRUARY 2007
x Lahaina Town Action Committee

x Law Enforcement Group
x Legislative and Senate Committees on Transportation & Government Operations
x Lihue Business Association
x Liquor Commissions 54th Annual Convention, Kauai
x Lloyd Nekoba, Representative Neil Abercrombie Staff in Honolulu
x Marine Technology Society
x Maritime Insurance Market
x Mark Hubbard, Community Leader, Kauai
x Mattie Yoshioka – Kauai Economic Development Board
x Maui Arts and Cultural Center
x Maui Chamber of Commerce
x Maui County Emergency Medical Service
x Maui County Fair
x Maui County Fire Department
x Maui County Council
x Maui Economic Development Board
x Maui Economic Opportunity
x Maui Farmers Coop Exchange
x Mayor Arakawa, Maui
x Mayor Bryan Baptiste, Kauai
x Mayor Harry Kim and Cabinet, Big Island
x Mayor's Anti-Drug Coordinator, Kauai
x Milton Arakawa, County of Maui, Director of Public Works
x Ne Kai Ewalu Canoe Club, Maui
x National Association for Purchasing Management
x Nature Conservancy
x Nawiliwili Harbor Users
x National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
x National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Pacific Island
Region
x Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization
x Pacific Business News Editorial Board
x Pacific Manta Ray Foundation
x Poipu Beach Rotary Club
x Queen Kaahumanu Center, Maui
x Riki Hokama, Maui County Council Chair
x Rob Parsons, Environmental Advisor to Mayor Arakawa of Maui
x Rotary Club of Diamond Head
x Rotary Club of Kahului
x Rotary Club of Lahaina
x Soroptimist International of Maui
x State Farm Bureau
x Street Bikers United, Maui
FEBRUARY 2007
x Sue Kanoho, Kauai Visitors Bureau

x Sunrise Rotary Club, Maui
x Sunset Rotary Club, Oahu
x Temporary Director of Maui Hotel & Lodging Association
x USCG Honolulu
x Wailuku Main Street Association, Maui
x West Maui Taxpayers Association
3.9.4 Public Outreach

In addition to public meetings, HSF published information about invasive species and
HSF’s operations on its website and in newspapers across the state. See Appendix T for
this information.
3.10 Agency Consultation

As mentioned throughout this document, agencies were consulted by HSF for applicable
functions.

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1132 Bishop Street

Abbreviations and Acronyms

CATRALA Car and Truck Rental and Leasing Association

DAR DLNR, Division of Aquatic Resources

HDOA State of Hawaii Department of Agriculture

KEDB Kauai Economic Development Board

MARAD U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration

MSO Marine Safety Office

NMFS National Marine Fisheries Service

OMPO CAC Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization, Citizen Advisory

PUC Public Utilities Commission

SBA Small Business Administration

USCG United States Coast Guard

1.3 Vessel Information

Waterline Length 92.4 meters (303’01”)

Molded Beam 23.8 meters (78’1”)

Molded Depth 9.4 meters (30’10”)

Overall Length 106.5 meters (349’4”)

Maximum Draft 3.65 meters (11’8”)

The ferry consists of four decks:

x bridge deck which contains the vessel controls

x No discharged wastewater into Hawaiian waters

1.4 Harbor Information

1.5 Schedule of Service

Vessel Departure Port Departure Time Destination Port Arrival Time

1 Honolulu 6:30 a.m. Kahului 9:30 a.m.

1 Kahului 11:00 a.m. Honolulu 2:00 p.m.

1 Honolulu 3:00 p.m. Nawiliwili 6:00 p.m.

1 Nawiliwili 7:00 p.m. Honolulu 10:00 p.m.

2 Honolulu 7:30 a.m. Kawaihae 11:45 a.m.

2 Kawaihae 12:45 p.m. Honolulu 5:00 p.m.

2 Honolulu 6:00 p.m. Kahului 9:00 p.m.

2 Kahului 10:30 p.m. Honolulu 1:30 a.m.

1.6 Check-in and Screening Process

2.0 Hawaii Superferry Commitments

Public Consultation and Outreach

3.0 Hawaii Superferry Actions

3.1 Marine Mammals

x No discharged wastewater into Hawaiian waters

3.2 Invasive Species

x Held numerous meetings with HDOA in 2006. These meetings occurred in

x Presented information to the Coordinating Group of Alien Pest Species (CGAPS)

3.2.1 HSF Invasive Species Policies and Procedures

3.3 Harbor Users

3.6 Public Safety

3.7 Hazardous Materials

3.9 Public Consultation and Outreach

3.9.1 Advisory Boards

3.9.2 HDOT Public Meetings

x June 19, 2006 – Kealakekua

x June 26, 2006 – Kapaa

3.9.3 HSF Public Meetings and Presentations

x Alexander and Baldwin

x Ala Moana Rotary

x Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization, Citizen Advisory Committee (OMPO

x Department of Transportation - Harbors Division - Maui

x A&B Properties, AJA Baseball, Kauai

x Hawaii Telecommunications Association

x Lahaina Town Action Committee

x Sue Kanoho, Kauai Visitors Bureau

3.9.4 Public Outreach

3.10 Agency Consultation