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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2014/10/01 2012-2014 J YOSHIMOTO `11"..7" BRENDA FORD a Officer `\• GREGGOR ILAGAN Chair and Presiding ,, - �.!:,, // t DRU MAMO KANUHA KAREN EOFF _- ZENDO KERN Vice Chair +r�T.,; Mo +.: DENNIS"FRESH"ONISHI VALERIE T.POINDEXTER MARGARET WILLE COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawai'I Hawai`i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 52nd Session T.37.3 e ORDER OF BUSINESS a Hawai`i County Building "' 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawai`i 0' y w __ October 1, 2014 9:00 a.m. (Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile communication devices on silent mode.) INVOCATION Pastor Charles Kama of New Hope Hilo, Hawai`i CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Serving the Interests of the People of Our Island Hawai`i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE Boy Scouts of Presentation of a Certificate of Merit Sponsored by Council Chair America – Eagle J Yoshimoto recognizing and congratulating Casey Nakatsu for his achievement Scout: in earning the Boy Scouts of America’s highest rank of Eagle Scout. Reference: Comm. 1060 9:15 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS (NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR.) APPROVAL OF MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 498-14: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF TWO COPY MACHINES FOR THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement at an approximate cost of $185 per month, with an additional approximate cost of $0.0089 per copy. Reference: Comm. 994 Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto Approve: FC-191 Res. 499-14: REQUESTS THAT THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I PASS LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH “VOTE BY MAIL” FOR ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND COUNTY PRIMARY, GENERAL, AND SPECIAL ELECTIONS IN THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I, AND TO MAKE AN APPROPRIATION FOR THIS METHOD OF VOTING Requests that the State Legislature utilize the State of Oregon’s “Vote By Mail Procedures Manual” to establish a Vote By Mail system as the exclusive method for casting ballots, beginning with the 2016 Primary Election. Reference: Comm. 996 Intr. by: Ms. Ford Negative: GREDC-8 (Due to a vote of 1-aye, 7-noes, 1-absent) Page 2 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 502-14: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT TO SERVICE A LARGE-SCALE PLOTTER/COPIER/SCANNER Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a three-year maintenance agreement at an approximate annual cost that is not expected to exceed $650. Reference: Comm. 1001 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Approve: FC-192 Res. 507-14: REQUESTS THAT THE HAWAI‘I STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (HSAC) SUPPORT LEGISLATION TO ESTABLISH “VOTE BY MAIL” FOR ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND COUNTY PRIMARY, GENERAL, AND SPECIAL ELECTIONS IN THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I Requests that HSAC support State legislation to utilize the State of Oregon’s “Vote By Mail Procedures Manual” to establish a Vote By Mail system as the exclusive method for casting ballots, beginning with the 2016 Primary Election. Reference: Comm. 1006 Intr. by: Ms. Ford Negative: GREDC-9 (Due to a vote of 1-aye, 7-noes, 1 absent) Res. 508-14: AUTHORIZES THE GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR ACCESS PURPOSES AFFECTING WAIKAUMALO-MAULUA HOMESTEADS ROAD ADJACENT TO TMKS: 3-2-002:047, 3-2-002:046, 3-2-003:008, AND 3-2-003:003, NORTH HILO, ISLAND OF HAWAI‘I, HAWAI‘I, TO PAUL DOLNICK Authorizes the Finance Director to grant an easement to provide Paul Dolnick legal access to his property. Reference: Comm. 1008 Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha (B/R) Approve: PWPRC-81 Res. 512-14: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO AWARD FUNDS TO PEOPLES ADVOCACY FOR TRAILS HAWAI‘I (PATH) A grant in the amount of $94,329.27 would be used by PATH to implement the County’s Safe Routes to School program. Reference: Comm. 1018 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Approve: FC-193 Page 3 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 517-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP TO CREATE SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION DIGITAL VERSATILE DISCS (DVD) AND PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Sexual Violence Prevention DVDs and PSAs). Reference: Comm. 1030 Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto Waived: FC Res. 519-14: APPROVES AND ADOPTS A SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REGARDING THE PROPOSED SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR THE LONO KONA SUBDIVISION, AMENDS RESOLUTION NO. 264-14 PERTAINING TO THE PROPOSED DISTRICT, AND PROVIDES FOR A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE PROPOSED DISTRICT Amends the Director’s Report for this proposed Sewer Improvement District by adopting a revised Assessment Roll that includes: 1) an increase in Single Family Equivalent units (SFE); 2) a decreased fixed assessment for cost per SFE; 3) a decreased annual payment per SFE; and 4) that the County shall pay assessments for 10 properties owned by qualifying nonprofit agencies, pursuant to State and County law. Adoption of the amended Director’s Report would allow the County to proceed with implementation of this proposed Sewer Improvement District, which would include a new public hearing based on the revised Assessment Roll. Reference: Comm. 1029 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC ; and Comm. 1029.1: From Environmental Management Director Bobby Jean Leithead Todd, dated September 8, 2014; Lono Kona Subdivision Sewer Improvement District- Amendment to Director’s Report. Page 4 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 520-14: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS) AND THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA), PURSUANT TO HAWAI‘I REVISED STATUTES 46-7, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2013 ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS – OPERATIONS AND SAFETY GRANT TO THE HAWAI‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT Provides $319,950 from DHS and FEMA to purchase an emergency vehicle driver training course simulator for the Hawaiʻi Fire Department’s Training Bureau. Reference: Comm. 1034 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Res. 521-14: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF $4,875.84 TO THE HAWAIʻI FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR DISCRETIONARY PURCHASES OF EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES Donated by the Discovery Harbour Community Association; would be used by the Department’s Discovery Harbour Volunteer Fire Company 11-C. Reference: Comm. 1035 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Res. 523-14: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA), PURSUANT TO HAWAI‘I REVISED STATUTES 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO PURCHASE FIREFIGHTING SUPPLIES AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Provides $100,000 from USDA; would be used by the Hawaiʻi Fire Department’s Fire Protection Bureau. Reference: Comm. 1042 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Page 5 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 524-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAIʻI ISLAND UNITED WAY FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES RELATED TO THE CLEANUP AND REMOVAL OF DEBRIS DUE TO TROPICAL STORM ISELLE Transfers/appropriates $25,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits the same to the Department of Environmental Management, Transfer to Solid Waste Fund, Miscellaneous Charges account (Grant to Hawaiʻi Island United Way). Reference: Comm. 1043 Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan Waived: FC Res. 527-14: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF $300 TO THE HAWAIʻI FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR DISCRETIONARY PURCHASES OF EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES Donated by the Firefighters Charitable Foundation. Reference: Comm. 1050 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Res. 528-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FOR THE WEST HAWAIʻI VETERANS CEMETERY’S (WHVC) REFORESTATION PROJECT Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Hilo and WHVC Other Current Expenses, Agricultural Supplies account (WHVC, Reforestation Project). Reference: Comm. 1061 Intr. by: Ms. Ford Waived: FC Page 6 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 529-14: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF A MULTI-FUNCTION, COLOR COPY MACHINE FOR THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement at an approximate cost of $2,500 per month. Reference: Comm. 1051 Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto Waived: FC Res. 530-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KA HALE O NA KEIKI PRESCHOOL FOR AN EDUCATIONAL SITE VISIT Transfers/appropriates $670 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits the same to the Department of Environmental Management, Transfer to Solid Waste Fund, Miscellaneous Charges account (Ka Hale O Na Keiki Preschool). Reference: Comm. 1052 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Res. 531-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE BIG ISLAND, HĀMĀKUA CLUB FOR REDUCE, REUSE, AND RECYCLE PROJECTS Transfers/appropriates $500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits the same to the Department of Environmental Management, Transfer to Solid Waste Fund, Miscellaneous Charges account (Boys & Girls Club Recycle Projects). Reference: Comm. 1053 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Page 7 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 532-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE HAWAIʻI COUNTY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL FOR THE PURCHASE OF CITRIC ACID TO HELP CONTROL THE COQUI FROG INFESTATION IN DISTRICT 1 Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Agriculture Research and Development Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Citric Acid Purchase for District 1). Reference: Comm. 1054 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Res. 533-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAIʻI COUNTY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL FOR THE PURCHASE OF CITRIC ACID FOR THE NORTH AND SOUTH KONA, KAʻŪ, AND GREATER VOLCANO AREAS OF COUNCIL DISTRICTS 6, 7, AND 8 Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Agriculture Research and Development Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Purchase of citric acid for North and South Kona, Kaʻū, and greater Volcano areas of Council Districts 6, 7, and 8). Reference: Comm. 1055 Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha Waived: FC Page 8 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 534-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAIʻI COUNTY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL TO PURCHASE CITRIC ACID TO CONTROL THE COQUI FROG INFESTATION Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Agriculture Research and Development Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (For Citric Acid for Coqui Frog Infestation). Reference: Comm. 1056 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Waived: FC Res. 535-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAIʻI COUNTY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL TO PURCHASE CITRIC ACID TO HELP CONTROL COQUI FROG INFESTATION Transfers/appropriates $6,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Agriculture Research and Development Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Citric Acid for Coqui Control). Reference: Comm. 1057 Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto Waived: FC Res. 536-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE WREATHS TO BE PLACED AT THE WEST HAWAIʻI VETERANS CEMETERY FOR NATIONAL WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA DAY ON DECEMBER 13, 2014 Transfers/appropriates $2,450 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits the same to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Parks and Recreation Administration Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Wreaths Across America). Reference: Comm. 1058 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Waived: FC Page 9 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Res. 537-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE “GOT PONO” ANTI-BULLYING CAMPAIGN Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Kona Prosecuting Attorney Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (North Kohala Community Resource Center). Reference: Comm. 1059 Intr. by: Ms. Wille Waived: FC Res. 538-14: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO PURCHASE FLAGS FOR THE WEST HAWAIʻI VETERANS CEMETERY (WHVC) Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Hilo & WHVC Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Materials account (WHVC-Flags). Reference: Comm. 1062 Intr. by: Ms. Ford Waived: FC Res. 539-14: PROMOTES HAWAIʻI ISLAND RESTAURANT SUSTAINABILITY BY NAMING OCTOBER AS HAWAIʻI ISLAND EAT OUT MONTH Encourages residents to support the restaurant sector by eating at Hawaiʻi Island restaurants. Reference: Comm. 1065 Intr. by: Ms. Wille Waived: AWESC Page 10 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) Bill 284: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants – Assistance to Firefighters Grant 2013 account ($319,950); and appropriates the same to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant 2013 account ($319,950). Funds would be used to purchase an emergency vehicle driver training course simulator for the Hawaiʻi Fire Department’s Training Bureau. Reference: Comm. 1034 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Bill 285: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Distracted Driving Project account ($7,630); and appropriates the same to the Distracted Driving Project account ($7,630). Funds would be used by the Police Department to reduce the number of drivers using an electronic mobile device while operating a motor vehicle and to increase the number of citations issued. Reference: Comm. 1036 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Bill 286: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Occupant Protection Program account ($5,480); and appropriates the same to the Occupant Protection Program account ($5,480). Funds would be used to pay for overtime expenses incurred while performing duties at seat belt and child restraint checkpoints. Reference: Comm. 1037 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Page 11 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Bill 287: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Increases revenues in the Transfer from General Fund account ($500); and appropriates the same to the Recycling Programs – County Other Current Expenses account (grant to the Boys and Girls Club of the Big Island, Hāmākua Club, recycling project – District 1) ($500). Reference: Comm. 1039 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Bill 288: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Increases revenues in the Transfer from General Fund account ($25,000); and appropriates the same to the Landfills Other Current Expenses account (grant to Hawaiʻi Island United Way – reimburse Iselle cleanup costs – District 4) ($25,000). Funds would be used to reimburse costs incurred to assist residents with cleanup and removal of debris caused by Tropical Storm Iselle. Reference: Comm. 1040 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Bill 289: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Increases revenues in the Transfer from General Fund account ($670); and appropriates the same to the Recycling Programs – County Other Current Expenses (grant to the Ka Hale O Na Keiki Preschool, recycling project – District 1) account ($670). Funds would be used to pay for a reduce, reuse, recycle project. Reference: Comm. 1041 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC Page 12 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 Bill 290: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants – Firefighter Safety account ($100,000); and appropriates the same to the Firefighter Safety account ($100,000). Funds would be used to purchase firefighting supplies and personal protective equipment for the Hawaiʻi Fire Department’s Fire Protection Bureau. Reference: Comm. 1042 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Waived: FC ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING) Bill 280: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Increases revenues in the Transfer from General Fund account ($6,000); and appropriates the same to the Wastewater Other Current Expenses (Grant to Puakō Community Association – impact study of land-based pollutants on the reef ecosystem) account ($6,000). Reference: Comm. 1015 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter First Reading: September 17, 2014 REPORTS PC-77 NOMINATION OF DONALD IKEDA TO THE WINDWARD PLANNING (Comm. 999): COMMISSION From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated August 21, 2014, submitting for the Council’s review and confirmation the above nomination. FC-190 NOMINATION OF MELVIN VENTURA TO THE TAX BOARD OF REVIEW (Comm. 1000): From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated August 21, 2014, submitting for the Council’s review and confirmation the above nomination. REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION A 2/3 vote pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes, Section 92-4, and Rule Nos. 2 and 10 of the Rules of Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an executive meeting. Page 13 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 OTHER BUSINESS (Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.) ANNOUNCEMENTS 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. The meeting places are accessible for persons with disabilities. Persons who need special September 29, 2014 accommodations for this meeting should call 961-8255 by . Relay users please call 711(961-8255) to contact our office. 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The e-mail shall indicate the appropriate Committee or Council meeting, the meeting date, Page 14 Hawai‘i County Council-52 October 1, 2014 agenda item (communication, bill, resolution, or report number), and number of testifiers on the video Each video submittal shall be limited to a single agenda item submittal. . Video submittals may contain up to three individual testifiers and shall each be up to three minutes in length. Video testimony will not be played during the meeting; however, it will be distributed to Council Members prior to the meeting. The Office of the County Clerk reserves the right to refuse testimony containing inappropriate content or that is not in compliance with Council Rule 13 (Public Statements and Testimony). Viewing of Meetings on Government Access Television - Channel 55: Wednesdays, October 8 and 15, 2014, at 6 p.m.; Fridays, October 10 and 17, 2014, at 12 p.m.; and Sundays, October 12 and 19, 2014, 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 ‘O Hawai‘i website at http://www.naleo.tv/tv- schedules/channel-55/.) UPCOMING MEETINGS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2014 COMMITTEES TBA WEST HAWAI‘I CIVIC CENTER 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway Building A WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2014 COUNCIL 9:00 A.M. WEST HAWAI‘I CIVIC CENTER 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway Building A THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2014 COMMITTEES TBA COUNCIL ROOM - HILO 25 Aupuni Street FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2014 COUNCIL 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO 25 Aupuni Street Page 15