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FC-146 Page 2 March 5,2024 A motion to postpone the measure to the March 5, 2024 was made by Mr. Inaba, seconded by Ms. Kierkiewicz. Finance Committee Meeting of March 5,2024 Committee Chair Matt Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder asked that they focus today's conversation on the measure at hand. He stated that the Department of Research and Development would provide a presentation on March 19, 2024,relating to the ARPA(American Rescue Plan Act) funds. Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder suggested that they move this measure forward to the Council, and after hearing the presentation provided at the next meeting,they could then address their concerns and vote accordingly. Committee Member Holeka Goro Inaba asked Research and Development Director Douglass Adams to give the Committee a brief update. Mr. Inaba asked if the department had someone in mind for this position. Mr. Adams stated that they did. Mr. Inaba stated that he wasn't opposed to moving it forward but that he wouldn't be voting in support. Committee Member Jenn Kagiwada commented in support. Committee Member Ashley L. Kierkiewicz asked Mr. Adams why this RFP had taken so long. Mr. Adams provided a detailed overview of all phases of expediting this RFP. Corporation Counsel Elizabeth Strance asked the Committee to speak to the matter at hand and cautioned the Committee on discussing a future agendized matter as it could appear to be a violation of the Sunshine Law. Ms. Kierkiewicz apologized, appreciated the caution, and stated that she is unable to support this measure at this time. Your Committee on Finance is in accord with the purpose and intent of Resolution No. 436-24, and recommends its adoption. llch AYES NOES ABS EX Respectfully submitted, EVANS X GALIMBA x COMMITTEE ON FINANCE INABA X KAGIWADA X KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X KIERKIEWICZ x MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER, KIMBALL X CHAIR LEE LOY X FC REPORT NO.: 146 VILLEGAS X ADOPTED: