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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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)
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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