Kalapana Transfer Station to extend hours following community feedback

The Kalapana Transfer Station on the Big Island will now be open to residents two days a week, an increase from the current one-day schedule.

Beginning July 17, the transfer station will operate on Wednesdays and Saturdays during normal dump hours.

“We have heard the voices of our community loud and clear,” said Mayor Mitch Roth. “After evaluating the situation, we determined this to be the best path forward that addresses manpower issues and feasibility while providing more options for our residents.”

The adjustment aims to improve accessibility and convenience.

“We understand the importance of having reliable and accessible waste disposal options, and we are committed to making the necessary adjustments to better serve our community,” Mayor Roth said.

The new schedule will take effect starting July 17. The Kalapana Transfer Station will be open every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, contact the County of Hawai’i Department of Environmental Management at 808-961-8083 or visit the county website at www.hawaiizerowaste.org.