The underlying reason for poor maintenance of roads, building, parks, etc. on Oahu are the city and State governments. Little expertise, bad work ethics and political patronage are all contributors to the poor services that we taxpayers receive. Our roads are clearly visible but problems exist in every government service as too many workers don't care and nobody in management is willing to rock the boat. Will this ever change? I'm guessing, not in my lifetime as our politicians and unions are so firmly entrenched.