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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2020-03-25 2018-2020 ACTIONSAARON S. Y. CHUNG Chan & Presiding Officer tY OF h N KAREN EOFF +: c Vice Chan o=— �. �f '� NiM�i•�\\ 35'h Session COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawai `i Hawai `i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawai `i 96720 ORDER OF BUSINESS Hawaii County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii March 25, 2020 9:00 a.m. MAILE MEDEIROS DAVID MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ SUSAN L. K. LEE LOY VALERIE T. POINDEXTER HERBERT M. "TIM" RICHARDS, III REBECCA VILLEGAS Pursuant to Governor Ige's supplementary emergency proclamation dated March 16, 2020, in order to minimize physical contact and maximize social distancing, this meeting will not be open to the public. Submitting Written Testimony: The Council encourages the public to submit thoughts, comments, and input via written testimony. To ensure timely delivery to Council Members prior to the meeting, written testimony must be submitted before 12:00 noon on the business day prior to the meeting by: (1) email to counciltestiinon a,hawaiicountgov, (2) facsimile to (808) 961-8912; or (3) mail to the County Clerk's Office in Hilo at 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720. All written testimony, regardless of time of receipt, will be part of the permanent record. Please submit separate testimony for each item. INVOCATION Kahu Brian Welsh of Haili Congregational Church CALL TO ORDER 9:00 a.m. ROLL CALL Hawai `i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Hawaii County Council -35 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE March 25, 2020 PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE APPROVAL OF MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS Comm. 312.9: REPORT OF ATTENDANCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS KIERKIEWICZ, LEE LOY, AND VILLEGAS AT THE HAWAII ISLAND EXECUTIVE CHANGE SUMMIT HELD ON MARCH 3, 2020, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 92-2.5(e) From Council Member Rebecca Villegas, dated March 4, 2020 FILED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Absent: Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Comm. 821: NOMINATION OF HARRY LEE MCINTOSH, III, TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION From Mayor Harry Kim, dated March 6, 2020, submitting for the Council's review and confirmation the above nomination. Waived: AWEEMC Requires Council Confirmation by: April 19, 2020 (Section 13-4(1), Hawaii County Charter) CONFIRMED: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 2 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Comm. 822: NOMINATION OF COREY LUKE TO THE FIRE COMMISSION From Mayor Harry Kim, dated March 6, 2020, submitting for the Council's review and confirmation the above nomination. Waived: PSC Requires Council Confirmation by: April 19, 2020 (Section 13-4(1), Hawaii County Charter) CONFIRMED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Comm. 823: NOMINATION OF DANIEL PALEKA TO THE FIRE COMMISSION From Mayor Harry Kim, dated March 6, 2020, submitting for the Council's review and confirmation the above nomination. Waived: PSC Requires Council Confirmation by: April 19, 2020 (Section 13-4(1), Hawaii County Charter) CONFIRMED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 3 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Comm. 824: NOMINATION OF MERRICK NISHIMOTO TO THE FIRE COMMISSION From Mayor Harry Kim, dated March 6, 2020, submitting for the Council's review and confirmation the above nomination. Waived: PSC Requires Council Confirmation by: April 19, 2020 (Section 13-4(1), Hawaii County Charter) CONFIRMED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 521-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, TO ACCEPT FUNDS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF KAPANAIA, NORTH KOHALA Funds in the amount of $1,452,000 would be used to assist with acquiring properties identified by Tax Map Key Nos. 5-2-007:004 and 027, totaling approximately 93 acres. Reference: Comm. 790 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Approve: FC -110 ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 4 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 524-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE ISLAND OF HAWAII YMCA FOR ITS FAMILY VISITATION CENTER PROGRAM Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 797 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 525-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE 2020 NORTH KOHALA REUNION Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Tourism Promotion account. Reference: Comm. 801 Intr. by: Mr. Richards POSTPONED TO THE NEXT MEETING (TBA Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 5 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 526-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE KOHALA COQUI COALITION Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Agriculture — Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 802 Intr. by: Mr. Richards ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 527-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE PAHOA SCHOOLS SUPPORT FOUNDATION FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE PAHOA HIGH AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL HO`IKE 2020 Transfers $3,200 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 803 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 8. Noes: None. Absent: Council Member Richards —1. Excused: None. Page 6 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 528-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE DAUGHTERS OF HAWAII TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE KING KAMEHAMEHA DAY CELEBRATION PARADE AND HO`OLAULE`A IN KONA Transfers $500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 804 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 529-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE EXPLORATION FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT THE WEST HAWAII EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY'S ROBOTICS TEAM Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 805 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 7 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 530-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE ANNUAL OUTSTANDING OLDER AMERICANS AWARD LUNCHEON Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Office of Aging, Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 806 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Res. 531-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE HILO-HAMAKUA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR THE 2020 HONOKA`A WESTERN WEEK FESTIVAL Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 807 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter POSTPONED TO THE NEXT MEETING (TBA Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 8 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 532-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A 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 2020 WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 809 Intr. by: Mr. Chung POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 533-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE HAWAII ISLAND PORTUGUESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER FOR ITS MALASADA SHUFFLE 5K AND FAMILY FUN FESTA RADIOTHON Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Tourism Promotion account. Reference: Comm. 810 Intr. by: Mr. Chung POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 9 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 534-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE TABLES AND CHAIRS FOR THE PAHOA DISTRICT PARK Transfers $900 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 811 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 535-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE HAWAII LGBT LEGACY FOUNDATION FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE HAWAII ISLAND LGBTQ PRIDE FESTIVAL Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 812 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 10 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 536-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A HARDENED CANOPY SHELTER TO PROTECT THE FIRE ENGINE APPARATUS AT THE HAWAIIAN PARADISE PARK STATION Transfers $3,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Protection - Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 813 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 537-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO MALAMA O PUNA FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS "REVITALIZE KAPOHO" EVENT Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 814 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 11 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 540-20: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF TOURNIQUETS TO THE HAWAII POLICE DEPARTMENT Donated by the Kona Community Hospital Trauma Program with an approximate value between $2,250 and $3,000. Reference: Comm. 818 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 541-20: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF FUNDS TO BE USED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE TOWARDS TRAVEL AND OTHER EXPENSES TO ATTEND THE 2020 CDL COORDINATOR' S/IT MEETING Accepts a monetary donation of $2,232 from the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Reference: Comm. 819 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 12 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 542-20: CREATES ONE NEW TEMPORARY POSITION FOR THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR The Internal Auditor position would assist with lava recovery efforts. Reference: Comm. 820 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz Waived: FC Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 543-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOSPICE OF HILO TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE CELEBRATION OF LIFE EVENT AT REEDS BAY BEACH PARK Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 826 Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Page 13 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 544-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KEAUKAHA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC., FOR A REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES RELATED TO THE 2020 KUHIO DAY CELEBRATION Transfers $5,690 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 827 Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 545-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE WEST HAWAII VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION ASSOCIATION, INC., TO CONSTRUCT A KOREAN WAR MEMORIAL Transfers $6,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 828 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 14 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 546-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE WEST HAWAII VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION ASSOCIATION, INC., TO CONSTRUCT A KOREAN WAR MEMORIAL Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 829 Intr. by: Ms. Villegas ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 547-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE WEST HAWAII VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION ASSOCIATION, INC., TO CONSTRUCT A KOREAN WAR MEMORIAL Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 830 Intr. by: Ms. David ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 15 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Res. 548-20: AUTHORIZES THE EXEMPTION OF CERTAIN PLANNING AND ZONING CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PAPA`ALOA ELDERLY HOUSING PROJECT, PURSUANT TO SECTION 46-15, OF THE HAWAII REVISED STATUTES Requests to change the zoning to RD -5; allow one parking space per unit; and exemption from the Special Management Area Use permit requirements, to demolish and rebuild the existing 10 units and build 10 additional units for a total of 20 senior housing units, on a parcel described as Tax Map Key: 3-5-003:049. Reference: Comm. 831 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) Bill 141: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-7 (NORTH & SOUTH KOHALA DISTRICT ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL — 15,000 SQUARE FEET (RS -15) TO RESIDENTIAL & AGRICULTURAL — FIVE ACRES (RA -5a) AT KAHUA 1sT, NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 5-9-001:008 (Abblicant: Kohala Shoreline. LLC) (Area: 37.88 acres) The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property into six lots to develop a residential subdivision. The property is located three miles north of Kawaihae Harbor on the makai side of Akoni Pule Highway. Reference: Comm. 764 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R) Approve: PC -47 (Vote on Bill 141 is on the next page) Page 16 Hawaii County Council -35 AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 8. Noes: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder —1. Absent: None. Excused: None. March 25, 2020 Bill 142: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 8, SECTION 2-37 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT'S SUSTAINABILITY ACTION COMMITTEE Adds climate change to the list of topics for which the committee would advise the director; and adds environmental science as an additional area of expertise to which member selection would be based on. Reference: Comm. 768 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Approve: AWEEMC-15 PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 17 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Bill 145: AUTHORIZES THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF (Draft 2) THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSE OF FUNDING ALL OR A PORTION OF THE COSTS OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS; FIXING THE FORM, DENOMINATIONS, AND CERTAIN OTHER DETAILS OF SUCH BONDS AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR SALE TO THE PUBLIC; AND AUTHORIZES THE TAKING OF OTHER ACTIONS RELATING TO THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF THE BONDS Authorizes the issuance of up to $103 million in general obligation bonds to fund certain Capital Improvement Projects, including: Ane Keohokalole Highway Phase III (Hina Lani Street to Kaiminani Drive); Puna Connectivity and Emergency Access Routes; Paniolo Avenue Rehabilitation/Waikoloa Intersection Construction; Kawili Street Shoulder Improvements; Mamalahoa Highway Resurfacing (Hohola Drive to Kekehau Street); Plumeria Street Rehabilitation; and Waianuenue Avenue Resurfacing. Reference: Comm. 781.2 Intr. by: Mr. Chung Approve: FC -111 PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, and Chair Chung — 8. Noes: None. Absent: Council Member Villegas —1. Excused: None. Bill 146: AMENDS CHAPTER 2 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE RELATING TO THE APPROPRIATION OF DISASTER RELIEF FUNDS TO ELIGIBLE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE RELIEF, RECOVERY, MITIGATION, AND REMEDIATION ASSISTANCE FOR DISASTER DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE 2018 KILAUEA ERUPTION Establishes standards and procedures to allow eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to apply for 2018 Kilauea eruption disaster relief funds received by the County. Reference: Comm. 789 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz Approve: FC -112 (Vote on Bill 146 is on the next page) Page 18 Hawaii County Council -35 PASSED IST READING: March 25, 2020 Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 147: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-73, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2020 Appropriates revenues in the Fund Balance from Previous Year account ($850,000); and appropriates the same to the Signals and Street Lights account. Funds would be used by the Department of Public Works to purchase materials to expedite the replacement of failing street lights. Reference: Comm. 791 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Approve: FC -113 PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 148: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-74, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2019 TO JUNE 30, 2020 Adds the Public Works Mamalahoa Highway Resurfacing - Hohola to Kekehau project for $3 million to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund — Fund Balance and/or Other Sources. Reference: Comm. 792 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Approve: FC -114 Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire membership to amend, pursuant to Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter (Vote on Bill 148 is on the next page) Page 19 Hawaii County Council -35 PASSED IST READING: March 25, 2020 Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING) Bill 137: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-23 (VOLCANO -MT. VIEW), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL — 20,000 SQUARE FEET (RS -20) TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL — 10,000 SQUARE FEET (CV -10) AT `OLA`A SUMMER LOTS, `OLA`A, PUNA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 1-9-004:004 (Abblicant: RTA Kilauea Lodize_ LLC) (Area: 1.176 acres) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to develop a 1,920 -square foot retail building with 26 parking stalls, construct three cottages on the north west corner of the property, and make related improvements on the subject parcel The property is located along Old Volcano Road between Haunani Road and Wright Road. Reference: Comm. 728 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R) First Reading: March 11, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 20 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Bill 138: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-73, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2020 Increases revenues in the Federal Grants — Violence Against Women account ($27,431); and appropriates the same to the Violence Against Women account, for a total appropriation of $86,431. Funds provided by the State of Hawaii Department of Attorney General would be used to cover the cost of additional salaries, equipment, and travel for training for the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney. Reference: Comm. 758 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) First Reading: March 11, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 139: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-73, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2020 Appropriates revenues in the Operating Reserves account ($10,000); and appropriates the same to the Workers Compensation account. Funds would be used for the Office of Housing and Community Development's Workers Compensation, Regular Salary and Wages account to pay out unbudgeted Worker's Compensation expenditures. Reference: Comm. 759 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) First Reading: March 11, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 21 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Bill 149: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-73, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2020 Increases revenues in the Federal Grants — Block Grants account ($146,713); and appropriates the same to the Hale Maluhia Shelter, Accessibility Improvements account, for a total appropriation of $2,646,713. Funds provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development would be used for renovation and construction costs. Reference: Comm. 795 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) First Reading: March 11, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. REPORTS REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION 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 reconsideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.) ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT: 11:23 a.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. Council Members will be present at the following locations: Hilo Council Chambers, Hawaii County Building; Kona Council Office, West Hawaii Civic Center, Building A; and Waimea Council Office, Parker Square. Page 22 Hawaii County Council -35 March 25, 2020 Live stream of County Council Meetings: Council meetings are available for live viewing. Click on Council Meetings on the County's homepage at htT://www.hawaiicounty. gov. Copies of this agenda and items listed on the agenda are available on the County Clerk -Council web page at http://www.hawaiicounty_gov/lb-council-meeting. For further information, please call 961-8255. Submitting Video Testimony: Those submitting video testimony may email a complete web address (url) to videotestiinon a,hawaiicountgov before 12:00 noon on the business day prior to the meeting. The email shall indicate the appropriate Committee or Council meeting, the meeting date, agenda item (communication, bill, resolution or report number), and number of testifiers on the video submittal. Each video submittal shall be limited to a single agenda item. 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 is Available on Public, Education, and Government Television. Please call Na Leo TV at (808) 935-8874 for Channel 55 schedule of Council and Committee meetings. Page 23