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Form#: 8-52 <br /> 7118/91 <br /> DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE <br /> REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <br /> DEPARTMENT: Research and Development DATE: February 9, 2021 <br /> STAFF CONTACT: Glenn Sako PHONE: 808 961-8811 <br /> A. FlEgt)E.S.I <br /> Resolution amending Resolution 735-20,which authorized the County (via R&0)to enter into agreement <br /> with the University of Hawaii, to provide funding of$13,076.00, for its"Increasing Production of Novel <br /> Floriculture Products for Import Replacement" proposal. The new Resolution will amend the funding amount <br /> from $13,076.00 to $12,000.00 <br /> B. BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION (USE ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NEEDED): <br /> Pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes§46-7, the County may enter into agreements with,"any public body" <br /> with the consent of Council. R & D is requesting that Council approve a resolution authorizing R& D to enter <br /> into an agreement with the University of Hawaii, a public body,for the purposes of funding its program, <br /> "Increasing Production of Novel Floriculture Products for Import Replacement", pursuant to HCC 2-139(3)(c). <br /> Hawaii Island floriculture producers have gin opportunity to fill gaps in the materials for the florist industry. An <br /> import ban for Myrtaceae due to myrtle rust has stopped the importation of eucalyptus cuttings, the <br /> devastation of the Kapoho orchid production areas by the volcanic eruption and biosecurity concerns for <br /> peony have created a void in the supply of these flora products. <br /> This proposal is for$12,000.00 and will allow for the University of Newell to purchase the plant and propagation <br /> materials, student help to cultivate plantings, collect data and for travel expenses. <br /> Funds are from 2020-21 Fiscal Year Budget. <br /> Request to waive Finance Committee and 5-day holdover. <br /> 4•01w1,1 February 9, 2021 <br /> SIGNED DATE <br /> Department Head <br />