The makeshift memorial for the victims of Monday’s deadly Kakaako crash has been moved to allow a crew to replace a light pole damaged in the tragedy.

The flowers, lei and other objects placed on a pedestrian island at Kamakee Street and Ala Moana Boulevard were relocated to a grassy area on the northeastern corner of the intersection that is safe for the public and does not obstruct sidewalks or access points, state transportation officials said.

Three pedestrians were killed and three others injured when a pickup truck driven by Alins Sumang careened into them as they were waiting to cross the street. Sumang’s truck also slammed into another pickup truck waiting at the intersection, critically injuring the driver.

Sumang, 27, has been charged with three counts of manslaughter.

A vigil was held at the site Wednesday night.

“Our hearts go out to everyone involved in this tragic incident,” said state Transportation Director Jade Butay in a news release. “We understand the community needs to mourn the loss and we want to be respectful of those wishes, while also making the necessary repairs in the area. We ask people to refrain from leaving alcohol containers at the memorial as it is counterproductive to the message of driving sober.”

Starting at 7 a.m. today, the state will be installing a new light pole at the intersection, which will require the closure of the northbound lane of Kamakee Street, including the right-turn lane from Ala Moana Boulevard. The repair work is anticipated to be completed by noon, weather permitting.

Once the new light is installed, state officials are asking that tributes not be left on the pedestrian island because of safety concerns. The items will be allowed at the new memorial location at the intersection’s northeastern (mauka/Diamond Head) corner for the next two weeks.

So far this year there have already been 13 traffic fatalities statewide, including six pedestrian deaths.

Friends of the critically injured driver of the second pickup truck have set up a GoFundMe campaign to help pay his medical expenses. As of Friday evening the effort on behalf of Pono Nauka had raised $37,510 toward its $50,000 goal.

“We are being told that if Pono’s truck wasn’t there, more deaths would have been likely as his truck stopped the other vehicle from striking more pedestrians on the other side of the street,” said the web page for the fundraiser organized by Aaron Ogata of Honolulu, who confirmed by email that he is a friend of Nauka’s.

In addition to a broken pelvic bone, the web page said Nauka suffered fractured ribs, spinal damage and internal injuries and is facing a long recovery and substantial medical bills.

“Pono has been there for many of us over the years and is ALWAYS the first to step up to help others in need,” said the campaign organizers. “Those who know him, know he is the one person you can count on, no matter what. It is his ohana now in need so please kokua.”

GoFundMe takes a 2.9 percent processing fee plus 30 cents per donation, according to spokeswoman Kate Cichy, to cover the cost of third-party credit card processors and the secure transfer of funds. Donations are tax-deductible only if given to a registered charity.

Staff writer Leila Fujimori contributed to this report.