REP HSSSC 002 2016/06/15 (2014-2016)

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HSSSC-2 Page 2 June 16, 2016 Margaret Wille questioned the necessity of the exemptions and was assured that grubbing and grading permits although exempt, are still subject to inspection. It was also clarified that the left turn pocket exemption allow for construction to be completed before occupancy and not at the start of construction as required. Dennis Onishi questioned the breakdown of the different types of units and total number of units in the project. Ms. Heiman stated that the proposed project provides approximately 291 units and will also provide 350 full time jobs with a goal of employing local residents. The project will consist of assisted living units, memory support (Alzheimer units), skilled nursing and long term care units. Given the discussion and information requested by certain council members, a motion to postpone this Resolution to June 14, 2016 was made by Greggor Ilagan and seconded by Dennis "Fresh" Onishi. A vote was taken with 7 ayes, no by Dru Kanuha, and absent was Danny Paleka. Motion postponed to June 14, 2016 was approved. June 15, 2016: There were 4 people who provided testimony in support of Resolution 534-16. A motion to amend Resolution 534-16 with the contents of Communication No. 897.1 was made by Ms. Eoff and seconded by Mr. Kanuha. Richard Taaffe testified in support of the project as it provides a facility in the Kona area for the aging population. He noted Kona does not have a long-term facility that provides various levels of care and that this is an opportunity to keep people on island and in the State. It will also open the doors for employment and bring in the necessary expertise which is much needed. Testimony by Susan Akiyama, Office of Housing Administrator, clarified the number of units and that 56% of the project will be affordable units in accordance with Section 201H-38 of the Hawai`i Revised Statutes. Several Council Members expressed their support of Resolution No. 534-16 and noted that some concerns expressed at the June 2, 2016 meeting were addressed, such as contacting labor organizations and the need to exempt the requirement of the left turn pocket. Following a comment by Council Member Kanuha, Ms. David explained that removing the exemption regarding Ordinance 03-69 Condition G (left turn pocket lane) did not exempt the developer from constructing the left turn pocket, rather it exempted the requirement that it be built prior to construction of the project. There was discussion regarding median income numbers appearing high and an explanation by the Housing Director that these numbers are based on the census bureau and apply to households as opposed to individuals. With regard to the 35 workforce units, if employees live in the Kona HSSSC Report No. 2