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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 04/15/2015 2014-2016DRU MAMO KANUHA Chair and Presiding Officer VALERIE T. POINDEXTER Fice Chair 10`" Session COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawai `i Hawai `i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawai `i 96720 ORDER OF BUSINESS West Hawaii Civic Center 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A Kailua-Kona, Hawai i April 15, 2015 9:00 a.m. AARON S. Y. CHUNG MAILE "MEDEIROS" DAVID KAREN EOFF GREGGOR ILAGAN DENNIS "FRESH" ONISHI DANNY PALEKA MARGARET WILLE C n �. C:) -,�C:) -O CD Ci (Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile communication devices on silent mode.) INVOCATION CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Pastor Jason Meechan of Thy Word Ministries Serving the Interests of the People of Our Island Hawai `i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS (9:00 A.M.) (NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR.) APPROVAL OF MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS Comm. 220: NOMINATION OF DAVID K. BISHAW II TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION COMMISSION ; and NOMINATION OF CYNTHIA S. NAZARA TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION COMMISSION ; and NOMINATION OF KEKAULIKE P. TOMICH TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION COMMISSION From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated March 19, 2015, submitting for the Council's review and confirmation the above nominations. Waived: FC ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 87-15 URGES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO ONE OR MORE MULTI-YEAR (Draft 2): CONTRACTS FOR ZERO WASTE DIVERSION PRORAMS TO DIVERT RECOVERABLE MATERIALS FROM THE LANDFILLS Reference: Comm. 130.3 Intr. by: Ms. Wille Negative: EMC -3 (Due to a vote of 4 -ayes, 4 -noes, 1 -absent) Page 2 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 113-15: 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 KAILAPA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION FOR BUILDING SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS TO CONSTRUCT A COMMUNITY PAVILION Transfers/appropriates $20,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Hawaii County Resource Center, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Kailapa Community Association). Reference: Comm. 179 Intr. by: Ms. Wille Postponed: April 1, 2015 (Note: There is a pending motion by Ms. Poindexter and duly seconded by Ms. David to approve Res. 113-15.) Res. 121-15: ACCEPTS THE DEDICATION OF LOT 4 AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT, BEING TAX MAP KEY: 6-7-002:063, SITUATE AT WAIKOLOA AND PU`UKAPU, SOUTH KOHALA, ISLAND OF HAWAII, FROM PR MAUNA KEA LLC AND MICHAEL W. GIBSON, TIMOTHY E. JOHNS, AND B. G. MOYNAHAN, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEES UNDER THAT CERTAIN UNRECORDED LAND TRUST AGREEMENT FOR THE PARKER LAND TRUST DATED SEPTEMBER 13, 2002 Dedicates Lot 4 and the drainage easement, containing an area of 23.945 acres and 0.824 acre, respectively, for public park and recreational purposes. Reference: Comm. 196 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Approve: PWPRC-7 Page 3 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 122-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KOKOLULU FARM AND CANCER RETREATS, INC. Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Hawaii County Resource Center, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Kokolulu Farm & Cancer Retreats, Inc.). Funds would be used to pay for a three-day workshop open to the community at no charge. Reference: Comm. 197 Intr. by: Ms. Wille Postponed: April 1, 2015 (Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Paleka and duly seconded by Ms. David to approve Res. 122-15.) Res. 126-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF A MULTI -FISCAL YEAR AGREEMENT FOR FURNISHING ORGANIC WASTE DIVERSION OPERATIONS IN WEST HAWAII AND EAST HAWAII FOR THE DEPARMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a four-year contract, with the option of two one-year extensions, to provide organics diversion, treatment of mulch for invasive species, a compost demonstration project, and to expand organic diversion programs to a composting operation. Reference: Comm. 206 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Approve: FC -14 Res. 127-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE FOR THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY IN WAIMEA Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a multi-year lease agreement with Starr Equities, Inc., for 600 square feet of additional office space adjacent to space currently occupied by the Prosecuting Attorney's office located at 64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea. The initial cost would be $900 per month, with annual increases to a maximum of $948 per month. Reference: Comm. 207 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Approve: FC -15 Page 4 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 128-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with the option of two five-year extensions for two buildings and parking space located next to the West Hawaii Traffic Division's current facility, to be used by the Public Works Department at a cost of $6,000 per month. Reference: Comm. 208 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Approve: FC -16 Res. 129-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR ONE COPIER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement for a copier at an approximate cost of $2,500 per year. Reference: Comm. 209 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Approve: FC -17 Res. 133-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO WEST HAWAII COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, INC., TO PURCHASE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND FURNISHINGS FOR THE NEW KEALAKEHE CENTER Transfers/appropriates $10,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Hawaii County Resource Center, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (West Hawaii Community Health Center, Inc.). Reference: Comm. 217 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Page 5 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 134-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO WEST HAWAII VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION ASSOCIATION, INC. (WHVCDEA), TO PAY FOR CEMETERY MARKERS AND CHAIRS FOR THE WEST HAWAII VETERANS CEMETERY Transfers/appropriates $4,500 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 (WHVCDEA). Reference: Comm. 218 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Res. 135-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF THE FUTURE FOR HOKUPA`A YOUTH SUPPORT FORUMS IN 2015 Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits the same to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Kona Prosecuting Attorney Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Friends of the Future). Reference: Comm. 219 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Res. 136-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE RECREATION EOUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS FACILITIES IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 Transfers/appropriates $5,100 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Equipment, Miscellaneous Equipment account (Recreation Equipment — Council District 2) Reference: Comm. 222 Intr. by: Mr. Chung Page 6 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 137-15: 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 AND GIRLS CLUB OF THE BIG ISLAND, FOR THE PA`AUILO ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GARDEN PROJECT Transfers/appropriates $5,000 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 (Boys and Girls Club of the Big Island). Reference: Comm. 223 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Res. 138-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT AT KONA IMIN CENTER Transfers/appropriates $29,100 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits the same to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Materials and Supplies account (Kona Imin Center). Reference: Comm. 224 Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha Res. 139-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR THE 2015 ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT Transfers/appropriates $500 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (2015 St. Joseph High School Project Grad Night). Reference: Comm. 226 Intr. by: Mr. Chung Page 7 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 140-15: 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 HILO HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION FOR THE 2015 HILO HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (2015 Hilo High School Project Grad Night). Reference: Comm. 227 Intr. by: Mr. Chung Res. 141-15: 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 WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION FOR THE 2015 WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (2015 Waiakea High School Project Grad Night). Reference: Comm. 228 Intr. by: Mr. Chung Res. 142-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF THE FUTURE FOR THE 2015 HOKUPA`A YOUTH SUPPORT FORUM Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Kona Prosecuting Attorney Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Friends of the Future). Reference: Comm. 229 Intr. by: Ms. David Page 8 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 143-15: 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 WEST HAWAII COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, INC. (WHCHC), TO PURCHASE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT FOR THE KEALAKEHE CENTER Transfers/appropriates $10,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Hawaii County Resource Center, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (WHCHC). Reference: Comm. 230 Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha Res. 146-15: AMENDS THE RULES OF PROCEDURE AND ORGANIZATION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII BY AMENDING RULE NO. 10, VOTING Amends Council Rule 10 to remove the requirement that roll call voting be used at meetings of the full Council and at any meeting of the Council where members of the Council are participating by videoconference. Reference: Comm. 240 Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha Res. 147-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION'S SPORTS WORKSHOPS Transfers/appropriates $5,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits the same to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Parks and Recreation Sports Workshops). Reference: Comm. 241 Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha Page 9 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 148-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO COMMUNITY ENTERPRISES TO PAY FOR VARIOUS OPERATIONAL EQUIPMENT, EXPENSES, AND SUPPLIES FOR COMMUNITY FORUMS IN WEST HAWAII Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Hawaii County Resource Center, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Community Enterprises). Reference: Comm. 242 Intr. by: Ms. David Res. 149-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO COMMUNITY ENTERPRISES TO PAY FOR EQUIPMENT AND EXPENSES FOR WEST HAWAII FORUMS Transfers/appropriates $1,250 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Hawaii County Resource Center, Miscellaneous Contract Service account (Community Enterprises). Reference: Comm. 243 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Res. 150-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE FOR TRAINING ON THE SAFE DATES CURRICULUM Transfers/appropriates $8,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits the same to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Safe Dates Curriculum) The Safe Dates Curriculum is a ten -session program (50 minutes each) that targets attitudes and behaviors associated with dating abuse and violence; program would be used in high schools. Reference: Comm. 244 Intr. by: Mr. Onishi Page 10 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 151-15: 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 HILO HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION FOR THE 2015 HILO HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits the same to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (2015 Hilo High School Project Grad Night). Reference: Comm. 245 Intr. by: Mr. Onishi Res. 152-15: 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 WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION FOR THE 2015 WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits the same to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (2015 Waiakea High School Project Grad Night). Reference: Comm. 246 Intr. by: Mr. Onishi Res. 153-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE PURCHASE OF ROADWAY SAFETY MIRRORS TO BE USED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 Transfers/appropriates $4,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Department of Public Works, Transfer to Highway Fund, Miscellaneous Charges account (Traffic Signs and Markings, Highway Materials — Roadway Safety Mirrors for Council District 2). Reference: Comm. 247 Intr. by: Mr. Chung Page 11 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 154-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO BIG ISLAND SPORTS HALL OF FAME FOR ITS COMMEMORATIVE WALL OF HONOREES Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Parks and Recreation Administration Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Big Island Sports Hall of Fame). Reference: Comm. 248 Intr. by: Mr. Chung Res. 155-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO RECYCLE HAWAII FOR A ZERO -WASTE SCHOOL PROGRAM Transfers/appropriates $10,000 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the Department of Environmental Management, Transfer to Solid Waste Fund, Miscellaneous Charges account (Recycle Hawaii — Zero -Waste School Program). Funds would be used to facilitate existing zero -waste programs at each of the public and charter schools in District 9. Reference: Comm. 249 Intr. by: Ms. Wille Res. 156-15: 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 WAIKOLOA DRY FOREST INITIATIVE FOR A DRY FOREST EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Agriculture Research and Development Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative). Reference: Comm. 250 Intr. by: Ms. Wille Page 12 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 157-15: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT), PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII'S SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL (SRTS) PROGRAM GRANT Provides $48,000 from the State's DOT to the County's SRTS program to improve the ability of children to walls or bicycle safely to school. Reference: Comm. 251 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Waived: FC Res. 158-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF $1,000 TO THE HAWAII COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT Donated by the Hawaii Police Athletic Foundation for use by the Police Department's Hawaii Island Police Athletic League program. Reference: Comm. 254 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Waived: FC Res. 159-15: 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 LAUPAHOEHOE TRAIN MUSEUM TO ESTABLISH THE HAWAIIAN CULTURAL CENTER OF HAMAKUA Transfers/appropriates $6,500 out and from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits the same to the Department of Research and Development, Tourism Promotion, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Laupahoehoe Train Museum — Hawaiian Cultural Center of Hamakua). Funds would be used to pay for rent, supplies, and services. Reference: Comm. 256 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Page 13 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 160-15: APPROVES THE HAWAII STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (HSAC) FISCAL YEAR 2016 PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET Requests the Council's approval of HSAC's proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2016. Reference: Comm. 257 Intr. by: Mr. Onishi Waived: GREDC BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) Bill 35: ADOPTS A PAY PLAN FOR PERSONS EMPLOYED BY THE COUNTY OTHER THAN THOSE WHOSE PAY IS OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, DESIGNATES PAYROLL PERIODS, PAY DAYS, PRESCRIBES REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO OFFICIAL FIDELITY BONDS, AND REPEALS ORDINANCE NO. 14-84 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO, SAID ORDINANCE TO BE KNOWN AS THE SALARY ORDINANCE OF 2015 Incorporates the scheduled increase to minimum wage effective January 1, 2016, into the proposed Salary Ordinance of 2015. Reference: Comm. 205 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Approve: FC -18 Bill 44: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015 Appropriates revenues in the State Grants — Safe Routes to School Program Grant account ($48,000); and appropriates the same to the Safe Routes to School Program Grant. Funds would be used to improve the ability of children to walk or bicycle safely to school. Reference: Comm. 251 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Waived: FC Page 14 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Bill 45: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30. 2015 Increases revenues in the Transfer from General Fund account ($4,000); and appropriates the same to the Traffic Signs and Markings Other Current Expenses account (Convex Mirrors — District 2). Reference: Comm. 252 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Waived: FC Bill 46: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015, RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION FUND Increases revenues in the Real Property Tax Interest account ($112,500); and appropriates $100,000 to the Transfer to Public Access/Open Space Preservation Fund and $12,500 to the Transfer to Public Access/Open Space Preservation Maintenance Fund accounts. Reference: Comm. 253 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Waived: FC ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING) Res. 116-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-057:028 (PORTION), SITUATED AT WAIAKEA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF HAWAII, FOR THE KAPI`OLANI STREET EXTENSION PROJECT Authorizes the acquisition of a Temporary Construction Easement for construction and grading purposes over a portion of the property as delineated in Exhibit 1 to construct a roadway extension of Kapi`olani Street to Mohouli Street. Reference: Comm. 191 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff First Reading: April 1, 2015 Note: Second of two required readings, Section 101-13, Hawaii Revised Statutes Page 15 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 117-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-057:024 (PORTION), SITUATED AT WAIAKEA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF HAWAII, FOR THE KAPI`OLANI STREET EXTENSION PROJECT Authorizes the acquisition of Lot A-2 (containing an area of 156 square feet) as delineated in Exhibit 2 and the acquisition of a Temporary Construction Easement for construction and grading purposes over a portion of the property as delineated in Exhibit 3 to construct a roadway extension of Kapi`olani Street to Mohouli Street. Reference: Comm. 192 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff First Reading: April 1, 2015 Note: Second of two required readings, Section 101-13, Hawaii Revised Statutes Res. 118-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-015:029 (PORTION), SITUATED AT WAIAKEA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF HAWAII, FOR THE KAWAILANI STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Authorizes the acquisition of Parcel 9 of Lot 96 (containing an area of 3,204 square feet) as delineated in Exhibit 1 and a temporary construction right -of -entry as delineated in Exhibit 2 for construction and grading improvements to Kawailani Street, from `Iwalani to Pohakulani Streets. Reference: Comm. 193 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff First Reading: April 1, 2015 Note: Second of two required readings, Section 101-13, Hawaii Revised Statutes Page 16 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Res. 119-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-5-044:026 (PORTION) FORMERLY KNOWN AS 2-5-044:001 (PORTION), SITUATED AT KAUMANA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF HAWAII, FOR THE PUAINAKO STREET EXTENSION PROJECT Authorizes the acquisition of Parcel 31-C as delineated in Exhibit 2 relating to construction improvements to the Puainako Street extension. Reference: Comm. 194 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff First Reading: April 1, 2015 Note: Second of two required readings, Section 101-13, Hawaii Revised Statutes Res. 120-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-5-045:019 (PORTION), SITUATED AT KAUMANA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF HAWAII, FOR THE PUAINAKO STREET EXTENSION PROJECT Authorizes the acquisition of Parcel 30-A as delineated in Exhibit 2 relating to construction improvements to the Puainako Street extension. Reference: Comm. 195 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff First Reading: April 1, 2015 Note: Second of two required readings, Section 101-13, Hawaii Revised Statutes Page 17 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Bill 282: AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLE 3, SECTION 25-3-2, ARTICLE 4, (2012-2014) SECTION 25-4-59.2, AND ARTICLE 7 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SPECIAL DISTRICT TO BE KNOWN AS THE PAHOA VILLAGE DESIGN (PVD) DISTRICT TO INCLUDE ADOPTED DESIGN GUIDELINES AND A DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE, AND PROVIDING AN EXCEPTION TO OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID SPECIAL DISTRICT (Planning Director Initiated) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this amendment to the Zoning Code, which provides a process for community review of project applications and plan, and to provide distinct requirements for Off -Street Parking and Loading in the proposed PVD District. Reference: Comm. 1027 Intr. by: Mr. Kern (B/R) First Reading: March 4, 2015 Postponed: March 18 and April 1, 2015 (Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Hagan and duly seconded by Mr. Paleka to approve Bill 282.) Bill 283: AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 7 AND ARTICLE 6, (2012-2014) DIVISION 1 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS PROPOSED WITHIN A SPECIAL DISTRICT (Planning Director Initiated) The Windward and Leeward Planning Commissions forward their favorable recommendation for this amendment to the Zoning Code, which would create a process within the Zoning Code that requires the Planning Director to review and consult with a local design review committee for certain land use permit applications situated within a special district to promote consistency with applicable adopted design guidelines and/or standards. Reference: Comm. 1028 Intr. by: Mr. Kern (B/R) First Reading: March 4, 2015 Postponed: March 18 and April 1, 2015 (Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Hagan and duly seconded by Mr. Paleka to approve Bill 283.) Page 18 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Bill 291: AMENDS CHAPTER 3 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2012-2014) (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO REGULATION OF SIGNS IN THE PAHOA VILLAGE DESIGN DISTRICT Sets forth the requirements and procedures for obtaining a permit for signage within the Pahoa Village Design District. Also establishes the review process for sign permit applications. Reference: Comm. 1044 Intr. by: Mr. Kern (B/R) First Reading: March 4, 2015 Postponed: March 18 and April 1, 2015 (Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Hagan and duly seconded by Mr. Paleka to approve Bill 291.) Bill 26: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL — 10,000 SQUARE FEET (RS -10) TO NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL — 10,000 SQUARE FEET (CN -10) AT WAIAKEA HOUSE LOTS, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-2-036:042. (Applicant: Lance Moe) (Area: Approx. 22,500 square feet) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to construct an approximately 3,150 square -foot, single -story medical facility for the landowner, Chedhold, LLC. Reference: Comm. 132 Intr. by: Mr. Eagan First Reading: April 1, 2015 Bill 34: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30. 2015 Increases revenues in the Federal Grants — State Homeland Security Program FY14 account ($185,000); and appropriates the same to the State Homeland Security Program FY14 account. Funds would be used to purchase specialized equipment to enhance the capability of state and county agencies to prevent and respond to incidents of terrorism and other hazards. Reference: Comm. 204 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff First Reading: April 1, 2015 Page 19 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Bill 36: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30. 2015 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants — SAFE Program account ($51,525); and appropriates the same to the SAFE Program account. Funds would be used to pay for costs associated with improving the Police Department's response and victim services in cases involving crimes against women. Reference: Comm. 212 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff First Reading: April 1, 2015 REPORTS PC -17 NOMINATION OF CHRISTINE WADA TO THE CULTURAL RESOURCES (Comm. 201): COMMISSION From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated March 10, 2015, submitting for the Council's review and confirmation the above nomination. PC -18 NOMINATION OF LILY H. K. L. DUDOIT TO THE CULTURAL (Comm. 201): RESOURCES COMMISSION From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated March 10, 2015, submitting for the Council's review and confirmation the above nomination. Financial Report: Monthly Budget Status Report for the Month Ended November 30, 2014, from the Department of Finance. Financial Report: Monthly Budget Status Report for the Month Ended December 31, 2014, from the Department of Finance. Financial Report: Monthly Budget Status Report for the Month Ended January 31, 2015, from the Department of Finance. REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION Comm. 225: REQUEST TO EXTEND FUNDING FOR WORKER'S COMPENSATION CONTRACT WITH LEONG KUNIHIRO BENTON AND BROOKE (FORMERLY LEONG KUNIHIRO LEONG AND LEZY) From Corporation Counsel Molly A. Stebbins, dated March 12, 2015, requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council on the above matter. Page 20 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 Comm. 255: JOHN TREDRE VS. COUNTY OF HAWAII ET AL.; CIVIL NO. 13-00543 From Deputy Corporation Counsel Christopher P. Schlueter, dated March 25, 2015, requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council on the above matter, including a settlement offer by the plaintiff. Comm. 260: REQUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS WITH CORPORATION COUNSEL THE DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS TAKEN AGAINST CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT From Council Member Aaron S. Y. Chung, dated March 31, 2015, requesting an executive session to discuss with Corporation Counsel, and perhaps the Fire Chief, the above matter. The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matters, pursuant to Sections 92-5(a)(2) and 92-5(a)(4), for the purpose of considering the discipline of an officer or employee, as well as 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 Hawaii 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. 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 accommodations for this meeting should call 961-8255 by April 13, 2015. Relay users please call 711(961-8255) to contact our office. Public attendance via videoconference is available at the following locations until 4:30 p.m. or later in the event public testimony has not been completed: • County Council Room, Hawaii County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401; and • Waimea Council Office, Holomua Center, 64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite 5. Public attendance via videoconference is also available at the following locations until public testimony has been completed: • County Facility (former Bank of Hawaii Building), 54-3888 Akoni Pule Highway, Kohala; • Hawaiian Ocean View Estates Community Center, 92-8924 Leilani Circle; and • Pahoa Neighborhood Facility, 15-2710 Kauhale Street. Page 21 Hawaii County Council -10 April 15, 2015 If for technical or other unanticipated circumstances the video and/or audio connection cannot be made or is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue. Live stream of County Council Meetings: Council meetings are available for live viewing. Click on Council Meetings on the County's homepage at htip://www.hawaiicounty_.gov. Copies of this agenda and items listed on the agenda are available on the County Council -Clerk web page at http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/lb-council-meeting. For further information, please call 961-8255. 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COUNCIL ROOM - HILO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE 25 Aupuni Street THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING OF 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE 25 Aupuni Street Page 22 Hawaii County Council -10 FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING OF 9:00 A.M. THE FINANCE COMMITTEE COMMITTEES COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2015 WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2015 9:00 A.M April 15, 2015 COUNCIL ROOM - HILO 25 Aupuni Street COUNCIL ROOM - HILO 25 Aupuni Street COUNCIL ROOM - HILO 25 Aupuni Street Page 23