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DOMINIC YAGONG FRED BLAS
BRENDA FORD
Chairperson and Presiding Officer
PETE HOFFMANN
K. ANGEL PILAGO DONALD IKEDA
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
BRITTANY SMART
J YOSHIMOTO
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
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24 Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawai‘i County Council
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
9:00 a.m.
INVOCATION Reverend David Fujimoto of Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin
CALL TO ORDER 9:02 A.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile communication devices on silent mode.)
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Hawai‘i County Council-24 August 3, 2011
MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE
9:00 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
(NOTE: COUNCIL WILL TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
April 6, 2011 (Postponed: July 22, 2011)
APPROVED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm. 293: HAWAI‘I STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (HSAC) 2012 LEGISLATIVE
PACKAGE
From Vice Chairman K. Angel Pilago, dated July 20, 2011, providing the following
timeline: September 2, 2011 - Request for proposals from each respective County;
Mid-September – Executive Committee meeting to discuss and initially approve
proposals; and October 14, 2011 - Approval of the HSAC 2012 Legislative Package by
the counties.
Waived: GRC
CLOSE FILE:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Comm. 294: HAWAI‘I STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (HSAC) EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE MINUTES
From HSAC Representative K. Angel Pilago, dated July 18, 2011, submitting for
Council’s information, the HSAC Executive Committee minutes and attachments
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regarding their May 13, June 22, and July 8, 2011 meetings.
Waived: GRC
CLOSE FILE:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 99-11: DETERMINATION TO PROCEED TO CREATE AND DEFINE A WATER
SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR THE KONA OCEAN VIEW
PROPERTIES SUBDIVISION
In accordance with the provisions of the Hawai‘i County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as
amended) Sections 12-17 and 12-18, the Council hereby determines to proceed with the
improvements proposed in Council Resolution 74-11 (and further described in the
Manager’s Report), and finds that the establishment of the proposed Improvement
District will be in the public interest providing significant benefits to the health, safety,
and welfare of the residents in the Kona Ocean View Properties Subdivision.
Re: Comm. 259
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
Approve: PWPRC-25
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 100-11: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF $1,000 TO
THE HAWAI‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT TO BE USED TO PROVIDE TRAINING, AND
TO PURCHASE SUPPLIES AND OTHER NEEDED ITEMS FOR THE HAWAI‘I FIRE
DEPARTMENT’S CANINE TEAM
Donated by State Farm Insurance Companies, the funds would be used to support the
Fire Prevention Division and its arson canine team of Fire Captain Robert R. K. Perreira
and “Kaimi”.
Re: Comm. 261
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-79
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 101-11: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,
PURSUANT TO HRS 46-7, FOR A UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION EXTRICATION TRAINING GRANT FOR THE HAWAI‘I FIRE
DEPARTMENT
The funds would be used to allow the Fire Department to utilize nationally recognized
trainers to instruct fire department personnel in the most up-to-date techniques of vehicle
extrication, and also enable the department to implement a “train the trainer” program.
Re: Comm. 262
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-80
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 102-11: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF $1,000 TO
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THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I TO BE USED TOWARDS THE MARCH 11
TSUNAMI RECOVERY EFFORTS IN WEST HAWAI‘I
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Donated by the Nippon Club, the funds would be used towards the March 11 tsunami
recovery efforts in West Hawai‘i.
Re: Comm. 265
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-84
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 103-11: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,
PURSUANT TO HRS 46-7, FOR A COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I INTELLIGENT
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (ITS) ARCHITECTURE GRANT FOR THE
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
The funds would be used to meet federal requirements for ITS architecture and to support
coordination and cooperation among participating agencies for planned ITS deployments.
Re: Comm. 266
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-86
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 104-11: AMENDS RESOLUTION NO. 56-11 BY INCREASING THE PER PAGE COST CAP
FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR ONE COPIER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN RESOURCES
The copier shall be leased for a period of five years at a cost of $295.97 per month, plus
$0.0104 for each black and white copy in excess of the monthly allowance, and $0.082 per
color copy.
Re: Comm. 267
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-88
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda,
Onishi, Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Smart – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 106-11: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE
DIVISION, STATE OF HAWAI‘I (ADAD), PURSUANT TO HRS 46-7, FOR A
PROGRAM TO CONDUCT ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS OF MINORS
PURCHASING ALCOHOL, FOR THE HAWAI‘I POLICE DEPARTMENT
The funds would be used towards personnel costs incurred during joint operations
conducted by plain clothes officers to observe purchase attempts by minor field
researchers and to cite any retail store which makes an illegal sale to a minor.
Re: Comm. 269
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
Approve: FC-89
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 107-11: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PURSUANT TO HRS 46-7, FOR A
MENTAL HEALTH TRANSFORMATION STATE INCENTIVE GRANT (MHT SIG)
FOR THE HAWAI‘I POLICE DEPARTMENT
The funds would be used to develop procedures and train personnel to improve the
efficiency and effectiveness of prevention and early intervention efforts for adults and
juveniles with mental illness within the criminal justice system.
Re: Comm. 270
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
Approve: FC-90
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda,
Onishi, Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Smart – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 113-11: AMENDS THE RULES OF PROCEDURE AND ORGANIZATION OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I BY AMENDING RULE NO. 14, MOTIONS
The amendment clarifies the motion-making process set forth in “Exhibit A” (which is
attached to this resolution).
Re: Comm. 289
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
POSTPONED TO THE AUGUST 17, 2011 COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 114-11: AMENDS THE RULES OF PROCEDURE AND ORGANIZATION OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I BY AMENDING RULE NO. 19, ORDER AND
DECORUM IN COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS
The amendment clarifies member conduct ensuring civility and fairness at every
meeting as forth in “Exhibit A” (which is attached to this resolution).
Re: Comm. 290
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
POSTPONED TO THE AUGUST 17, 2011 COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Hoffmann – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 115-11: AMENDS THE RULES OF PROCEDURE AND ORGANIZATION OF THE COUNCIL
OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I BY AMENDING RULE NO. 5, COMMITTEES
The amendment clarifies standing committees, referrals to standing committees, and the
responsibilities of the committee chairperson as set forth in “Exhibit A” (which is
attached to this resolution).
Re: Comm. 291
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
POSTPONED TO THE AUGUST 17, 2011 COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda, Pilago,
Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann and Onishi – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 116-11: APPOINTS THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE AND
ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE WESTERN INTERSTATE REGION
(WIR), NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (NACo), ON BEHALF OF THE
HAWAI‘I STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (HSAC)
Designates Council Vice Chair K. Angel Pilago and Council Member Brittany Smart as
the WIR Director and alternate WIR Director, respectively.
Re: Comm. 292
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
Waived: GRC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda, Pilago,
Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann and Onishi – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 117-11: APPROVES THE COST ADJUSTMENTS AND BENEFITS FOR EXCLUDED
EMPLOYEES OF THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I AS
RELATED TO ALL CHANGES TO THE FURLOUGH AND SALARY REDUCTION
Effective July 1, 2011, all officers and employees in the Legislative Branch who are
appointed or excluded from Bargaining Units 02, 03, 04, 09, and 13 shall be furloughed 23
days for the period of July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013; and that one day of unpaid
administrative leave shall be granted to all appointed or excluded employees of the
Legislative Branch on July 29, 2011 (the number of days of unpaid furlough and
administrative leave shall total 24).
Re: Comm. 295
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
Waived: FC
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda, Pilago,
Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann and Onishi – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
(For informational purposes, Chair Yagong voted “Kānalua” twice.)
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Res. 118-11: APPROVES THE COST ADJUSTMENTS AND BENEFITS FOR EXCLUDED
EMPLOYEES OF THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I AS
RELATED TO CHANGES RELATED TO THE COST AND ADMINISTRATION OF
THE BENEFITS PLANS AFFORDED BY THE EMPLOYEE UNION TRUST FUND
(EUTF)
The EUTF Premium Payments ratio will be split in the following manner: Employer
contribution - 60%, and Employee contribution - 40%. (Former Resolution 98-11 adopted
by the Council on July 7, 2011, shall become null and void upon the adoption of this
resolution.)
Re: Comm. 296
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
Waived: FC
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Onishi, Pilago, Smart, and Yoshimoto – 7.
NOES: Council Chair Yagong – 1.
ABSENT: Council Member Hoffmann – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 66: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-11 (LALAMILO-PU‘UKAPU ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8,
CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005
EDITION), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM
AGRICULTURAL – FORTY ACRES (A-40a) TO AGRICULTURAL – FIVE ACRES
(A-5a) AT PU‘UKAPU, SOUTH KOHALA DISTRICT, HAWAI‘I, COVERED BY
TAX MAP KEY: 6-4-017:042 (approx. 17.88 acres)
The applicant, Cynthia Foster, intends to subdivide the property into three lots and will
retain two of the lots for her and her family, and sell the remaining lot to help pay for the
infrastructure and related costs of the proposed subdivision.
Re: Comm. 257
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
Approve: PC-26
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AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Hoffmann, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Smart, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
(For informational purposes, Ms. Ford voted “Kānalua” twice.)
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Bill 67: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 11-59, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET
FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2012
Appropriates revenues in Federal Grants – United States Department of Transportation
(US DOT) Extrication Training Grants ($24,000); and appropriates same to US DOT
Extrication Training Grants.
Re: Comm. 262
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-81
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart – 3.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 68: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 11-59, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET
FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2012
Increases revenues in State Grant – Domestic Violence Strategic Plan Grant ($10,000);
and appropriates same to Domestic Violence Strategic Plan. The funds would be used
for the coordination of the Oversight Body and Task Forces, as well as the
implementation, management, and monitoring for compliance with the Strategic Plan.
Re: Comm. 263
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-82
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart – 3.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 69: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 11-59, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET
FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2012
Increases revenues in Federal Grants—Elder Exploitation and Prosecution ($25,000); and
appropriates same to Elder Exploitation and Prosecution. The funds would be used to
enhance awareness and prevention of elder abuse and exploitation, and to expedite the
prosecution of such cases.
Re: Comm. 264
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-83
PASSED 1ST READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong—6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart—3.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 70: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 11-59, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET
FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2012
Increases revenues in Contribution from Private Source($1,000); and appropriates same
to Office of Management—Other Current Expenses.
Re: Comm. 265
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-85
PASSED 1ST READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong—6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart—3.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 71: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 11-59, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET
FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2012
Appropriates revenues in Federal Grants – County of Hawai‘i Intelligent Transportation
System (ITS) Architecture ($150,000); and appropriates same to County of Hawai‘i ITS
Architecture.
Re: Comm. 266
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Approve: FC-87
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart – 3.
EXCUSED: None.
ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 62 (Draft 2): AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 4, SECTION 25-2-46 OF THE
HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
ADDITION OF CIVIL DEFENSE SIRENS TO CONCURRENCY REQUIREMENTS
Creates concurrency standards for civil defense sirens (requires that an area be
adequately serviced by civil defense sirens as part of the processing of any zoning
amendment on an application for extension of time to perform a condition of zoning
amendment, and would apply to certain types of applications, which are stated in the
bill).
Re: Comm. 235.2
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
First Reading: July 22, 2011
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PASSED 2 and FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart – 3.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 64: TERMINATES IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (ID) NO. 17, CANCELLATION OF
ASSESSMENT INSTALLMENTS, AND DISTRIBUTION OF REFUNDS FOR
COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 17 (KALOKO
SUBDIVISION)
Pursuant to Hawai‘i County Code, Section 12-28.1, the Finance Director has
determined that all outstanding or anticipated debts or obligations of the ID have
been paid or can be satisfied with the assessments paid to-date. Authorizes the
Finance Director to terminate the ID and to provide for the disposition of cash
remaining in the ID Assessment Fund upon its termination and close the ID
Assessment Fund.
Re: Comm. 249
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
First Reading: July 22, 2011
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PASSED 2 and FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart – 3.
EXCUSED: None.
REPORTS
FC-78 (Comm. 260): Donated by the Hawai‘i State Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD),
recommends the acceptance of 140 Coleman Oasis tents to be utilized by the Fire
Department, Public Works Department, and Parks and Recreation Department to
provide logistical support during emergencies (total estimated value of $35,000).
APPROVED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart – 3.
EXCUSED: None.
PC-25 (Comm. 272): Recommends the confirmation of Ms. Raylene Moses (Ka‘ū District) to the
Windward Planning Commission.
APPROVED:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 6.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann, Onishi, and Smart – 3.
EXCUSED: None.
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REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 287: COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I V. C&J COUPE FAMILY LTD. PARTNERSHIP CIVIL
NOS. 00-1-0181K AND 05-1-015K
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Michael J. Udovic, dated July 20, 2011.
CONCURRED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORPORATION COUNSEL:
AYES: Council Members Blas, Ford, Ikeda, Onishi,
Pilago, Yoshimoto, and Chair Yagong – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Hoffmann and Smart – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matters, pursuant to Section 92-5(a)(4),
for the purpose of consulting with Council’s attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the Council’s powers,
duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities. A 2/3 vote pursuant to HRS Section 92-4 and Rule 10 of the Rules of
Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an executive meeting.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT 2:15 P.M.
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.
The meeting place is accessible for persons with disabilities. Persons who need special accommodations for this
meeting should call 961-8255 by August 1, 2011. Relay users please call 711(961-8255) to contact our office.
Copies of this agenda and items listed on the agenda are available on the County Council-Clerk web page at
http://co.hawaii.hi.us/council/agendas_and_actions.htm. For further information, please call 961-8255.
Notice is hereby given
that pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes (hereinafter “HRS”) §92-3.5, the Hawai‘i
County Council will be conducting this meeting via videoconference. Council Members will be present at the
following locations:
County Council Room, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401; and
Kona Council Room, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A.
Public Attendance via Videoconference is available at the locations above and at the Waimea Council Office at
the Holomua Center, 64-1067 Māmalahoa Highway, Suite 5, until 4:30 p.m., or later in the event public witness
testimony has not been completed. If audio stream between Kona and Hilo is lost for more than a short period of
time, the meeting will be terminated.
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Submitting Testimony: Those submitting written testimony at the meeting should bring copies for
before 12:00 noon on the business day prior to the
distribution. Public testimony may also be submitted
meeting
:(1) by mail to the County Clerk’s Office in Hilo at 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, Hawai‘i, 96720; (2) by
Please submit separate
facsimile to (808) 961-8912; or (3) by e-mail to counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us.
testimony for each item.
Viewing of Meetings on Government Access Television - Channel 52:
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and 21 at 9 a.m. (These airtimes are subject to preemption by broadcasts from the State Legislature, and are
subject to change by Na Leo ‘O Hawai‘i. Please check the current legislative broadcast schedule on the Na Leo
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2011
COMMITTEES TBA WEST HAWAI‘I CIVIC CENTER
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74-5044 Ane Keohokole Highway
Building A
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2011
COUNCIL 9:00 A.M. WEST HAWAI‘I CIVIC CENTER
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74-5044 Ane Keohokole Highway
Building A
THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2011
COUNCIL PUBLIC 5 P.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
HEARING RE BILL 17, 25 Aupuni Street
DRAFT 2 (PLASTIC BAG
REDUCTION)
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