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- - - - - <br /> . Form#:8-52 <br /> : 7/18/ 1 <br /> DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE1. <br /> REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <br /> DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation DATE: 11/2/23 <br /> 4 STAFF CONTACT: Maurice Messina PHONE: 961- 6 <br /> • <br /> I A. REQUEST: <br /> This is a request to create a resolution to accept a donation to install an ADA compliant Elkay Water Refilling <br /> ii Station (water fountain with water bottle refill capacity) at Kekuaokalani Gymnasium (Old Airport Gym) in <br /> F Kailua Kona.. <br /> 14 <br /> B. BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION (USE ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NEEDED): <br /> ' Nakoa Pabre (K.0.A: Foundation) desires to assist the County in the purchasing and installation of a state-of- <br /> the-art water fountain equipped with a water bottle refill capacity at Kekuaakalani'Gy"mnsium (Old Airport.Gym) <br /> , at a cost of$2,000.The goal is to provide gym patrons with access to cold water(enhancing their experience <br /> whether'they are inside the gymnasiurn.or using the outdoor courts: <br /> 0 A water fountain with bottle refill capability promotes the reduction of single-use plastic bottles, supporting an <br /> environmentally friendly initiative while offering users the convenience of refilling their personal water bottles. <br /> -- Kailua-Kona where Kekuaokalani Gymnasium is situated, is known for its warmer temperatures." <br /> `' Staying hydrated under such conditions is paramount for health and Optimal physical performance., The <br /> installation of a water fountain with bottle refill capacity at Kekl:iaokalani Gymnasium aligns"withi the County's <br /> commitment.to enhancing public facilities and promoting community health. K.O.A. Foundation is enthusiastic <br /> about collaborating with the County to make this vision a reality and serve the carnr tunity effectively. <br /> K.O.A. Foundation <br /> 73-1006 Ahutani.S# <br /> ', Kailua-Kona, HI 96741 -- - - - - - -- -- . <br /> ' SIGNED; DATE f) <br /> apartment Head(7 <br /> ` <br />