HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 06/05/2006 2004-2006 STACY K. HIGA <r JAMES Y. ARAKAKI
PETE HOFFMANN
Chair & Presiding OJJlcer
FRED C. HOLSCHUH, M.D.
VIRGINIA [SBELL DONALD IKEDA
Vice Chair •~'•h,o,,N'y~~ BOB JACOBSON
K. ANGEL PILAGO
GARY SAFARIK
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai `i
Hawaii County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720 '
38°i Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawaii County Council
Hilo, Hawaii
Monday, June 5, 2006
9:00 a.m.
INVOCATION Pastor Paul McIlroy of Kea`au Bible Church
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile communication devices on silent mode.)
Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
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PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE, AND
COMMUNICATIONS
9:00 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 317-06: Requests a Feasibility Study for the Closure and Realignment of the Hilo Bayfront
Highway and the Restoration of the Hilo Bayfront Beach.
Re: Comm. 824
Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda
Approve: PWIRC-45
Res. 362-06: Directs the Clerk of the County of Hawaii to Take Necessary Action to Place the
Charter Amendment Proposed by Ordinance No. 06-51 on the 2006 General
Election Ballot. {Ordinance 06-51 amends the composition and terms of boards and
commissions. }
Re: Comm. 887
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Approve: FC-297
Res. 363-06: Authorizes the Payment of Funds of a Later Fiscal Year and More Than One Fiscal
Year for aMulti-Year Lease (5 yeazs) of Real Property for the Prosecuting
Attorney's Kona Office. {The current lease expires on June 30, 2006, and the new
lease would be for their current office location for an additional 1,450 squaze feet in
the same building.}
Re: Comm. 888
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Approve: FC-298
Res. 364-06: Authorizes the Payment of Funds of a Later Fiscal Year and More Than One Fiscal
Year for aMulti-Year Lease (5 years) of Real Property at 891 Ululani Street to
Accommodate the Relocation of Some of the Offices Presently in the County
Building at 25 Aupuni Sffeet. {This property located across from the Police
Department was formerly the VA Hilo Medical Office Building, which contains
11,996 square feet of office space and 28 parking stalls. Although the lease would
be for five years, provisions aze included to end the lease after three years with no
penalty. }
Re: Comm. 889
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Approve: FC-299
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Res. 365-06: Authorizes the Payment of Funds of a Later Fiscal Year and More Than One Fiscal
Year for aMulti-Year Lease (5 yeazs) of Real Property at Puainako Center,
Building C, Bay C-5, 2100 Kanoelehua Street in Hilo, to Accommodate the
Relocation of Some of the Offices Presently in the County Building at 25 Aupuni
Street. {This space located next to Checkers Auto Parts, was formerly occupied by
Longs Drugs Express and Pay `n' Save, which contains 7,540 squaze feet of office
space and 7,282 square feet of storage/warehouse space. Although the lease would
be for five years, provisions are included to end the lease after three years with no
penalty. }
Re: Comm. 889
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Approve: FC-300
Res. 370-06: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/Appropriates $30,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -
Contingency Relief account; credits same to Planning Department Transfer to
Capital Projects Fund - G (Puna Makai Alternate Route Study-Council District 5).
Discretionary funds from District 5 would be used to hire a transportation consultant
to provide community outreach and education, and work with the Puna Community
Development Plan (CDP) consultant, P1anPacific, Inc., to complete a
comprehensive study to identify an alternate commuter route between Puna Makai
and Hilo.}
Re: Comm. 897
Intr. by: Mr. Safazik
Waived: FC
Res. 377-06: Determines the Real Property Tax Rates for the County of Hawaii for the Fiscal
Year July 1, 2006, to June 30, 2007.
Re: Comm. 915
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Public Heazings: May 16 and 18, 2006
Waived: FC
9:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST
READING)
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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 224: Amends Section 25-8-3 (North Kona Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning
Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by Changing the District
Classification from Agricultural (A-3a) and Open to Project District (PD) at Kau,
North Kona, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 7-2-5:1 (approx.725.2 acres).
{Hiluhilu Development, LLC, Applicant.}
Re: Comm. 687
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
Approve: PC-73
Bill 225: Planning Director Initiated Amending Section 25-8-3 (North Kona Zone Map),
Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005
Edition), Relating to Modifications of the Conditions of Ordinance No. 93 45, and
Further Amending the Ordinance by Deleting Tax Map Key 7-2-05:1. The
Remaining Area of 273.82 Acres is Retained as Agricultural (A-3a) at Kau, North
Kona, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 7-2-15:1-43, 46-86.
Re: Comm. 688
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
Approve: PC-74
Bill 277: Amends Ordinance No. OS-86, as Amended, the Operating Budget for the County of
Hawaii for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2006. {Increases revenues in State
Grants -Disabled Parking ($36,840); appropriates same to Disabled Parking -
State. Funds would be used towards the County's Disabled Persons Parking Placard
Program. }
Re: Comm. 858
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Approve: FC-296
Bill 283 Amends Chapter 2, Article 41, of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition),
(Draft 2): Disaster and Emergency Fund, Relating to Fund Expenditures. {Proposal
eliminates the maximum appropriation of $1,000,000 per year and its accumulated
maximum of $5,000,000; and includes the allowance to pay for operational expense
of the County after a disaster or emergency when the County is unable to realize
revenue at sufficient levels due to the disaster or emergency.}
Re: Comm. 890.1
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Approve: FC-301
(Note: Subsequent Bill 292, Draft 2, is the companion
legislation to Bi11283, Draft 2.)
(Bi11292, Draft 2, continues on the next page.)
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Bill 292 Amends Chapter 2 of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition),
(Draft 2): Administration, Relating to Budget Stabilization Fund. {This new special fund was
created for the purpose of meeting general fund revenue shortfalls and to minimize
the need for budget cuts or tax increases and would be a temporary supplement
source of funds for the County to use during times of financial hardships while a
plan for cost reduction or revenue enhancement is developed.}
Re: Comm. 890.2
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Approve: FC-302
Bill 286: Amends Ordinance No. OS-87, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. {Adds
PLANNING: Puna Makai Alternate Route Study -Council District 5 ($30,000);
funds shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund -
Fund Balance and/or Other Sources (Contingency Relief) ($30,000).}
Re: Comm. 897
Intr. by: Mr. 5afarik
Waived: FC
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
Bill 288: Amends Chapter 2, Article 6 and Article 16, of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(2005 Edition, as Amended), Relating to Mileage Reimbursement Rates for Duly
Authorized Volunteer Police and Fire Personnel. {Proposal reflects a consistent
reimbursement rate amongst all County employees and duly authorized volunteer
police and fire personnel. Mileage reimbursements rates shall be prescribed by, and
subject to, requirements set forth in Section 2-101(b) or by negotiated contracts of
bargaining units.}
Re: Comm. 905
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Waived: FC
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Bill 293: Amends Ordinance No. OS-87, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: Construction, Maintenance, and Repair of County Roads -
State ($2,000,000); funds shall be provided from State Grants Receivable
($2,000,000). Funds would cover the costs of construction, maintenance, and repair
of County roads. }
Re: Comm. 911
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Waived: FC
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
and
Comm. 911.1: From Finance Committee Chair Virginia Isbell, dated May 25, 2006, requesting that
the above matter be waived.
Bill 294: Amends Ordinance No. OS-86, as Amended, the Operating Budget for the County of
Hawaii for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2006. {Increases revenues in State
Grants -Greetings Program ($175,000); appropriates same to Greetings Program.
Funds would be used to plan, develop, and operate the Department of Research and
Development's Greetings Program, which is intended to provide services to enhance
the experience of arriving and/or departing island visitors.}
Re: Comm. 917
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
Waived: FC
10:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND
OR FINAL READING)
ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 235 Establishes an Operating Budget for the County of Hawaii for the Fiscal Year
(Draft 3): July 1, 2006, to June 30, 2007. {Proposed $326,228,673 Operating Budget for the
County of Hawaii. Draft 3 amendments reflect an increase of 41,720,370, and are
shown in Exhibit A.}
Re: Comm. 717.61
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
1~` Reading: May 17, 2006
Public Heazings: March 16 and 22, 2006
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Bill 236 Relates to Public Improvements and Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1,
(Draft 3): 2006, to June 30, 2007. {Proposed $135,112,000 Capital Improvements Project
Budget for the County of Hawaii. Draft 3 amendments reflect an increase of
$290,000, which adds the following projects: Pahoa Fire Station -Replacement,
Dirt Bike/ATV Track, Kahuku Community and Senior Center, Na`alehu Park
Tennis Court Upgrade, Na`alehu Park Gathering Place, Honuapu Planning, Cooper
Center Parking; and deletes West Hawaii Composting Facility.}
Re: Comm. 718.7
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
l~' Reading: May 17, 2006
Public Hearings: March 16 and 22, 2006
Bill 237: Amends Section 25-8-IS (Hamakua District Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25
(Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by Changing the
District Classification from Agricultural (A-20a) to Family Agricultural (FA-3a) at
Waikoekoe, Hamakua, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 4-7-007:048
(approx. 34.559 acres). {Christopher Raymond, Applicant.}
Re: Comm. 723
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
1 s' Reading: May 17, 2006
Bill 246 Amends Chapter 23, Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as Amended),
(Draft 2): Relating to Information Required for Submittal of a Subdivision Application,
Revisions to Certain Time and Street Requirements, and Minor "Housekeeping"
Changes to the Subdivision Code. {Draft 2 amendments relate to: tentative
approval of the preliminary plat (Section 23-62), explanatory information of the
preliminary plat (Section 23-66), and the information required on the final plat
(Section 23-69).}
Re: Comm. 762.21
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
151 Reading: May 2, 2006
Postponed: May 17, 2006
(Note: There is a pending motion by Ms. Isbell and duly
seconded by Mr. Hoffmann to approve Bill 246, Draft 2.)
;and
Comm. 762.57: From Council Member Pete Hoffman, dated May 8, 2006, transmitting Bill 246,
Drafr 3. Draft 3 deletes the Planning Department's proposed amendments to
Section 23-50 of the Subdivision Code relating to "grades and curves" in its
entirety; and as a result Section 23-50 of the Subdivision Code relating to "grades
and curves" will remain unchanged; and
(Bi11246, Draft 3, continues on the next page.)
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Bill 246 Amends Chapter 23, Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as Amended),
(Draft 3): Relating to Information Required for Submittal of a Subdivision Application,
Revisions to Certain Time Requirements, and Minor "Housekeeping" Changes to
the Subdivision Code.
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
;and
Comm. 762.58: From Duane D. Erway, President, Plan to Protect Kona, dated May 17, 2006; and
Comm. 762.59: From Margaret Wille, dated May 17, 2006; and
Comm. 762.60: From Michael Reimer, dated May 12, 2006; and
Comm. 762.6]: From Merry Anne Stone, dated May 14, 2006; and
Comm. 762.62: From Terri Ribordy, dated May 15, 2006; and
Comm. 762.64: From Gordana Leonard, dated May 17, 2006; and
Comm. 762.65: From Kawila Duell, dated May 17, 2006.
Bill 247 Amends Section 25-8-2 (North and South Kona District Zone Map), Article 8,
(Draft 4): Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by
Changing the District Classification from Agricultural (A-20a) to Family
Agricultural (FA-3a) at Kaloko Mauka Subdivision, North Kona, Hawaii, Covered
by Tax Map Key 7-3-24:8 (approx. 21.992 acres). {Dennis D. Smith, Applicant.}
{Draft 4 amends Condition E relating to restrictive covenants(s).}
Re: Comm. 763.6
Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda
ls` Reading: May 17, 2006
Bill 260 Adopts a Pay Plan for Persons Employed by the County Other Than Those Whose
(Drafr 3): Pay is Otherwise Provided for, Designates Payroll Periods, Pay Days, Prescribes
Requirements with Respect to Official Fidelity Bonds, and Repeals Ordinance
No. OS-88 and All Amendments Thereto, Said Ordinance to be Known as the Salary
Ordinance of 2006. {Drafr 3 amendments allow each council member the option of
requesting a 5% step raise for their Council District staff: Council Aides (CA-1),
Council Aide to the Council Chairperson (CA-2), and Council Legislative
Assistants (CLA-1).}
Re: Comm. 802.2
Intr. by: Mr. Higa
1 a` Reading: May 17, 2006
Postponed: May 2, 2006
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Bill 261 Initiates a Charter Amendment to Section 12-2.1, Chapter 2, Article XII, of the
(Drafr 2): Hawaii County Charter (2000), Relating to Impeachment of Elected Officers.
{Proposed amendment would raise the low threshold of registered voters required to
bring the significant charges for impeachment against an elected officer or officer
appointed to a vacancy in any elected office; and provide that only those voters
registered in the council district of a respective council member may bring charges
to the circuit court when impeaching a district council member. Drafr 2 amends
"SECTION 7" which states that this ordinance shall not apply retroactively to
council members serving in council term 2004-2006.}
Re: 807.1
Intr. by: Mr. Higa
1st Reading: May 2, 2006
2nd Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Third of three required readings,
Section 15-1(a), Hawai`i County
Charter
Bill 266: Amends Section 25-8-3 (North Kona Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning
Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by Changing the District
Classification from Neighborhood Commercial (CN-10) to Single-Family
Residential (RS-10) at Kalaoa 5'", North Kona, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map
Key 7-3-61:1-10, 17, 18, 20-22, Por. 11, 12, 19, 24-26, 50, 53, 54 (approx.
6.643 acres). {Sonny Ventures, LLC, Applicant.}
Re: Comm. 817
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
ls` Reading: May 17, 2006
Bill 267 Planning Director Initiated Amending Chapter 25, the Hawaii County Code 1983
(Draft 2): (2005 Edition, as Amended), Relating to Sewer Pump Station. {Amendment
includes a sewer pump station as a permitted use in any zone district subject to the
Planning Director's issuance of a plan approval.}
Re: Comm. 818.1
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
ls' Reading: May 17, 2006
Bill 269: Amends Article VII, Chapter 4, of the Hawaii County Charter (2000), Relating to
the Fire Department. {Adopts "Hawai`i Fire Department" as the formal name of the
Department. }
Re: Comm. 829
Intr. by: Mr. Jacobson
ls` Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Second of three required readings,
Section 15-1(a), Hawai`i County
Charter
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Bill 271: Amends Ordinance No. OS-86, as Amended, the Operating Budget for the County of
Hawaii for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2006. {Increases revenues in Transfer
from General Fund ($110,000); appropriates to the following: Streetlights Other
Current Expense, District 2 - $30,000 and District 8 - $50,000 ($80,000) and
Roads-in-Limbo Other Current Expense, District 8 - $30,000 ($30,000), for a total
of $110,000. Funds would be used to install streetlights in Districts 2 and 8, and for
the Roads-in-Limbo project for District 8.}
Re: Comm. 833
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
1" Reading: May 17, 2006
Bill 272: Amends Ordinance No. OS-86, as Amended, the Operating Budget for the County of
Hawaii for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2006. {Appropriates revenues in State
Grants -Waipio Park Ranger Pilot Program ($60,000); appropriates same to Waipio
Park Ranger Pilot Program.}
Re: Comm. 834
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
ls' Reading: May 17, 2006
Bill 273: Initiates a Charter Amendment to the Hawaii County Charter (2000), Relating to
Verifying and Certifying Petitions for Initiative and Referendum, Removal of
Elected Officers and Charter Amendment or Revision. {The proposed amendments
relate to: 1) eliminates the requirement of providing social security numbers;
2) changes the number of days the County Clerk has to verify and certify petitions
and supplemental petitions; 3) deletes the mailing address provision; and 4) makes
other housekeeping changes.}
Re: Comm. 835
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
151 Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Second of three required readings,
Section 15-1(a), Hawai`i County
Charter
Bill 278: Amends Ordinance No. OS-87, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. {Adds
PARKS AND RECREATION: District 4 Parks Improvement ($31,116); funds
shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund -Fund
Balance and/or Other Sources (Contingency Relief) ($31,116).}
Re: Comm. 860
Intr. by: Mr. Higa
ls1 Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
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Bill 279: Amends Ordinance No. OS-87, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. {Increases the
following appropriation: PARKS AND RECREATION: Play Equipment Upgrade
- Laupahoehoe Park Playground [$500,000] ( 522 950); funds shall be provided
from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund -Fund Balance and/or Other
Sources (Contingency Relief) ($22,950). Funds would be added to an existing CIP
account and would be used to procure playground equipment as well as the design
and installation of required materials at Laupahoehoe Park.}
Re: Comm. 869
Intr. by: Mr. Holschuh
ls' Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
Bill 280: Amends Ordinance No. OS-87, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. {Adds
PARKS AND RECREATION: Waiakea-Uka Pazk Comfort Station ($70,000);
funds shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund -
Fund Balance and/or Other Sources (Contingency Relief) ($70,000).}
Re: Comm. 881
Intr. by: Mr. Arakaki
ls` Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
Bill 284: Amends Ordinance No. OS-87, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 2005 to June 30, 2006. {Adds
PARKS AND RECREATION: District 5 -Park Improvements ($50,000); funds
shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund -Fund
Balance and/or Other Sources (Contingency Relief) ($50,000).}
Re: Comm. 895
Intr. by: Mr. Safarik
1 s' Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
Bill 285: Amends Ordinance No. OS-87, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: District 5 -Miscellaneous Department of Public Works
Improvements ($51,000); funds shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds,
Capital Projects Fund -Fund Balance and/or Other Sources (Contingency Relief)
($51,000).}
Re: Comm. 896
Intr. by: Mr. Safarik
ls` Reading: May 17, 2006
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
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Bill 287: Amends Ordinance No. OS-86, as Amended, the Operating Budget for the County of
Hawaii for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2006. {Increases revenues in Federal
Grants -Sexual Assault Multi-Disciplinary Training ($4,350); appropriates same to
Sexual Assault Multi-Disciplinary Training. Funds in addition to the $34,500
previously appropriated for this grant, would be used by the Office of the
Prosecuting Attorney to coordinate a statewide three-day training program aimed at
improving the delivery of sexual assault services within the criminal justice
system. }
Re: Comm. 902
Intr. by: Ms. Isbell
1 s` Reading: May 17, 2006
REPORTS
FINANCIAL Monthly Financial Status Report from the Finance Department for the Month
REPORT: Ended April 30, 2006.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the following cases, pursuant to
Section 92-5(a)(4), Hawaii Revised Statutes, as amended, for the purpose of consulting with the
Corporation Counsel and/or its attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the Council's powers, duties,
privileges, immunities and liabilities, including the current status of the litigation. A 2/3 vote, pursuant to
HRS Section 92-4 and Rule 12 of the Rules of Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an
executive meeting.
Comm. 514.2: JAMES R. PARRISH AND LISA R. PARRISH, ET. AL. V. THE HONORABLE
RONALD IBARRA, JUDGE OF THE THIRD CIRCUIT COURT, STATE OF
HAWAII, ET. AL., CIVIL NO. OS-651;
JAMES R. PARRISH AND LISA R. PARRISH, ET. AL. V. THE STATE OF
HAWA[`I ET. AL. CIVIL NO. OS-1-0315
From Corporation Counsel Lincoln S. T. Ashida, dated May 23, 2006. {The
purpose of the executive meeting is to discuss the Corporation Counsel's
interpretation, work product, and recommendations concerning the litigation in this
case, including but not limited to the payment of special counsel fees and costs,
which necessarily involve discussion concerning the Council's powers, duties,
privileges, immunities, and liabilities thereto. This meeting is closed to the public
pursuant to Section 92S(a)(4), Hawaii Revised Statutes, as amended.}
Comm. 918: REQUEST BY COUNCIL MEMBERS JACOBSON, PILAGO, AND
HOFFMANN FOR A LEGAL OPINION AS TO POTENTIAL
LIABILITY/LITIGATION ISSUES REGARDING THE MEMORANDUM,
DATED OCTOBER 24, 2005, FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
TO THE PLANNING DIRECTOR RELATING TO HILUHILU DEVELOPMENT,
LLC'S CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION AND POTENTIAL INDNIDUAL
LIABILITY OF COUNCIL MEMBERS WHO VOTE IN FAVOR OF THE
HILUHILU DEVELOPMENT. LLC'S CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Amy S. Self, dated May 23, 2006.
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Comm. 919: HOWARD ROBERT HOFELICH VS. STATE OF HAWAII, ET. AL., CIVIL
NO OS CV 1178 IEG (JMAI
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Brandon A. K. Gonzalez, dated May 22, 2006.
Comm. 920: WENDELL TANGARO V. JOSEPH BOTELHO, ET AL., CIVIL NO. 03-00211
DAE/LEK
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Harry P. Freitas, dated May 23, 2006.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda
items.)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
TUESDAY. JUNE 6, 2006
PLANNING COMMITTEE 9:00 a.m. COUNCIL ROOM
HUMAN SERVICES AND 10:00 a.m. COUNCIL ROOM
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE
FINANCE COMMITTEE 11:00 a.m. COUNCIL ROOM
HOUSING AGENCY 1:30 p.m. COUNCIL ROOM
TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2006
COMMITTEES TBA SHERATON KEAUHOU
BAY RESORT & SPA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2006
COUNCIL 9:00 a.m. SHERATON KEAUHOU
BAY RESORT & SPA
ADJOURNMENT
Note: B/R, when listed next to the name of an Introducer, signifies that the Council Member has agreed to
introduce legislation "By Request" on behalf of the requesting party. It does not necessarily signify support of or
opposition to the proposal.
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this meeting should call 961-8255 by June 2, 2006. Persons using TDDs may call 961-8521.
Copies of an item listed on the agenda may be viewed at the Hawaii County Services Office at 75-5706 Kuakini
Highway, Suite 103, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740; at the Office of the County Clerk at 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo,
Hawaii 96720; at the Kona Council Members' Office at the Kailua Trade Center, 75-5706 Hanama Place,
Suite 109, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740; and at the Waimea Council Members' Office at the Holomua Center,
64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite 5, Waimea, Hawaii 96743.
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Videoconferencin¢ is available at the following locations:
• Kona Council Office at the Kailua Trade Center; and
• Waimea Council Office at the Holomua Center.
If, for technical reasons the video connection cannot be made and/or is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will
continue.
• Videoconferencing from the Pahoa Neighborhood Facility will not be available.
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Council/Clerk's staff. Those testifying in person and submitting written testimony at the meeting in Hilo should
bring sixteen (16) copies of the testimony for distribution at the meeting. Those testifying by videoconference
from the Kona Council Office and the Waimea Council Office should bring one copy of the testimony. Those
persons unable to testify in person or by videoconference may submit testimony (1) by mail to the County Clerk's
Office in Hilo at the above address, (2) by facsimile to (808) 961-8912, or (3) by e-mail to
counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us. Copies will be made and distributed at the meeting when transmitted in a
timely manner. In any case, both oral and written testimony will be considered public record.
Notice to Lobb~sts: [f you are a lobbyist, you must register with the Hawaii County Clerk within five days of
becoming a lobbyist. {Article 15, Section 2-91.3(b), Hawaii County Code} A lobbyist means "any individual
engaged for pay or other consideration who spends more than five hours in any month or $275 in any six-month
period for the purpose of attempting to influence legislative or administrative action by communicating or urging
others to communicate with public officials." {Article 15, Section 2-91.3(a)(6), Hawaii County Code}
Registration forms and expenditure report documents are available at the Office of the County Clerk-Council,
25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720.
Government Access Television: Channel 52 (Hilo and Kona) Wednesday, June 14, 2006, at 6 p.m.; Sunday,
June 18, 2006, at 10:30 a.m.; and Wednesday, June 21, 2006, at 6 p.m.
(Hawai`i Tribune Herald -June I, 2006)
(West Hawaii Today-June 1, 2006)