Community meetings are being held in several locations throughout the Hawaiian islands to get input on the potential of a road usage charge (RUC) to replace the gas tax to fund the safety, upkeep and improvement of our roads and bridges.

The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) wants to get your reactions as early as possible and to find out what questions need to be addressed in the demonstration project scheduled for later this year.

The meetings will include a short video, a presentation by HDOT representatives and time for Q&A. Boards will be set up so people can post their comments and questions as well.

For meeting venues and times, check on the calendar below. There will also be a live, online e-community presentation with opportunity for questions. More information to come.