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ASHLEY L.KIERKIEWICZ
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Vice ChairSUSAN L.K.LEE LOY
VALERIE T.POINDEXTER
HERBERT M."TIM"RICHARDS,III
REBECCA VILLEGAS
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai`i
Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
54'h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
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October 21, 2020
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Hawaii County Council-54 October 21,2020
INVOCATION Kahu Kealoha Ka`opua of Calvary Community Church in Kona
CALL TO ORDER 9:05 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF
CONDOLENCE
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
(NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm. 1101: REPORT OF ATTENDANCE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS DAVID, EOFF,
KANEALII-KLEINFELDER, AND VILLEGAS AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING HELD VIA ZOOM
CONFERENCING ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2020, PURSUANT TO HAWAII
REVISED STATUTES SECTION 92-2.5(e)
From Council Member Rebecca Villegas, dated September 23, 2020.
FILED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 732-20: AUTHORIZES PROCEEDINGS IN EMINENT DOMAIN FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF A PERPETUAL, UNOBSTRUCTED, NON-EXCLUSIVE
EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC PEDESTRIAN INGRESS AND EGRESS
THROUGH PRIVATE PROPERTY, BEING A PORTION OF TAX MAP
KEY NUMBERS: 2-7-004-118 AND 2-7-027-065, SITUATED AT
PAPA`IKOU, SOUTH HILO, ISLAND OF HAWAII, TO PROVIDE PUBLIC
PEDESTRIAN ACCESS TO THE BEACH AT PAPA`IKOU
Authorizes the Corporation Counsel to initiate proceedings in eminent domain for
the taking, acquisition, and condemnation of private property for the purpose of
expanding public access to the beach area located at the end of Mill Road.
Reference: Comm. 1073
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Approve: FC-141
Note: First of two required readings,
Section 101-13, Hawaii Revised Statutes
PASSED IST OF TWO REQUIRED READINGS:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 733-20: AUTHORIZES THE EXEMPTION OF CERTAIN CODE REQUIREMENTS,
PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 201H-38 AND 46-15.1 OF THE HAWAII
REVISED STATUTES, FOR WEST KAWILI STREET SENIOR/VETERAN
HOUSING IN SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEY 2-4-057:030
HKI Kawili LLC seeks certain exemptions from certain code and zoning
requirements to facilitate the development of 91 affordable housing units, a
managers resident unit, and a community center, located at the corner of
West Kawili Street and Kapi`olani Street.
Reference: Comm. 1079
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-55
(Vote on Res. 733-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Richards — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 734-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII
Provides $21,850.16 from the Department of Research and Development to the
University of Hawaii to fund its Extension Services to Manage Little Fire Ants on
Hawaii Island project. Funds would be used to distribute outreach materials,
provide staff support, and for supplies and travel.
Reference: Comm. 1082
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-142
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 735-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII
Provides $13,076 from the Department of Research and Development to the
University of Hawaii to fund its Increasing Production of Novel Floriculture
Products for Import Replacement project. Funds would be used to purchase plant
and propagation materials, and for costs associated with cultivation and data
collection.
Reference: Comm. 1083
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-143
(Vote on Res. 735-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 736-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES
SECTION 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT
Funds in the amount of$49,896 would be used for the North Kohala Coqui Frog
Control project, to prevent the establishment of the coqui frog in the North Kohala
district.
Reference: Comm. 1084
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-144
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 737-20: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF
ONE 20-YARD DUMP TRUCK FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND
RECREATION
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an
approximate monthly cost of$3,594. The County would own the equipment at the
end of the lease.
Reference: Comm. 1085
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-145
(Vote on Res. 737-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 738-20: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF
ONE ELECTRICIAN UTILITY VEHICLE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
PARKS AND RECREATION
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an
approximate monthly cost of$1,366. The County would own the equipment at the
end of the lease.
Reference: Comm. 1086
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-146
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 739-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
Allows for the receipt of$1,101,466 of Federally-derived funds to be used by the
Office of Housing and Community Development to pay for an increase in
Section 8 rent due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reference: Comm. 1087
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-147
(Vote on Res. 739-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 747-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAII CHILDREN'S
ACTION NETWORK TO ASSIST WITH OPERATING EXPENSES FOR ITS
HAWAII PARENT LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE PROGRAM
Transfers $1,250 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1102
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 748-20: 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
CREATE A POHAI MALAMA CARE CENTER BROCHURE
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Office of Aging, Other Current Expenses
account.
Reference: Comm. 1103
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
(Vote on Res. 748-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 751-20: 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 WAIKOLOA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR REIMBURSEMENT
OF EXPENSES RELATED TO THE PRODUCTION OF FACE MASKS FOR
THE KEIKI AND KUPUNA WITHIN THE WAIKOLOA COMMUNITY
Transfers $1,250 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1108
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 752-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF THE FUTURE
FOR THE TAKE A STAND AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COMMUNITY
AWARENESS INITIATIVE
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1109
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
(Vote on Res. 752-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 753-20: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF
APPROXIMATELY 800,000 SINGLE-USE MEDICAL MASKS FROM THE
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN FRANCISCO TO THE CIVIL
DEFENSE AGENCY
The masks, with an estimated value of approximately $2 million, including freight
expenses, would be distributed to the public at COVID-19 testing sites and other
venues.
Reference: Comm. 1116
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 754-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT AGENCY, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES
SECTION 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Allows for the receipt of$195,726.75 of Federally-derived funds for a long-term
disaster recovery plan and program focused on hazard mitigation.
Reference: Comm. 1117
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Res. 754-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 755-20: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF PICKLEBALL
SUPPLIES FROM PAPA`ALOA PICKLEBALL COMMUNITY GROUP TO
THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
The supplies, with an estimated value of$1,400, would be used at the Papa`aloa
Park.
Reference: Comm. 1118
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 756-20: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH PAPA`ALOA ELDERLY HOUSING LIMITED
PARTNERSHIP FOR THE REHABILITATION OF THE PAPA`ALOA
ELDERLY HOUSING PROJECT LOCATED IN THE DISTRICT OF
HAMAKUA, HAWAII, TAX MAP KEY: 3-5-003:049
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a multi-year lease agreement to rehabilitate and
maintain the existing rental housing apartment for senior citizens at a set lease rate
of$10 per year.
Reference: Comm. 1121
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Res. 756-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 200: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 05-115 WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
AGRICULTURAL—FIVE ACRES (A-5a) TO NEIGHBORHOOD
COMMERCIAL (CN-20) AT PUAPUA`AIKI IST AND PUAPUA`ANUI 1sT
NORTH KONA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY 7-5-017:001
(Applicant: Pua`a Development, LLC) (Area: 14.973 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its unfavorable recommendation for
this amendment, which would allow revisions or time extensions to 11 conditions in
the existing change of zone ordinance. The property is located west(makai) of
Queen Ka`ahumanu Highway and the Pualani Estates Subdivision, and about 1,400
feet north of the Queen Ka`ahumanu Highway.
Reference: Comm. 1077
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-56
POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 6, 2020:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Bill 201: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 05-113 WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
AGRICULTURAL—FIVE ACRES (A-5a) TO MULTIPLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL (RM-2.5) AT PUAPUA`AIKI IST AND PUAPUA`ANUI 1sT
NORTH KONA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY 7-5-017:019
(Applicant: Suffolk Investment LLC) (Area: 14.87 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its unfavorable recommendation for
this amendment, which would allow revisions or time extensions to 11 conditions to
the existing change of zone ordinance. The property is located west(makai) of
Queen Ka`ahumanu Highway and east(mauka) of Kuakini Highway and the
Kahakai Estates Subdivision, approximately 2,200 feet north of the
Queen Ka`ahumanu Highway.
Reference: Comm. 1078
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-57
POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 6, 2020:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 202: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2021
Appropriates revenues in State Grants —North Kohala Coqui Frog Control Project
account($49,896); and appropriates the same to the North Kohala Coqui Frog
Control Project account. Funds would be used to prevent the establishment of the
coqui frog in the North Kohala district.
Reference: Comm. 1084
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-148
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Bill 203: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2021
Appropriates revenues in the Federal —Housing Assistance Program COVID-19
account($1,101,466); and appropriates the same to the Housing Assistance Program
COVID-19 account. Funds would be used to pay for an increase in Section 8 rent
due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reference: Comm. 1087
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-149
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 204: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-44, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2020 TO JUNE 30, 2021
Adds the Public Works Waika`alulu Bridge No. 44-8 project for $600,000 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. 1088
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-150
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend,pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Bill 205: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2021
Increases revenues in the following State Grant Program Income accounts: Periodic
Motor Vehicle Inspection (PMVI) ($12,787) and Commercial Drivers License
(CDL) ($11,360); and appropriates the same to the following Salary & Wages
accounts: PMVI ($12,787) and CDL ($11,360), for total appropriations of$448,716
(PMVI), and $378,270 (CDL).
Reference: Comm. 1089
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-151
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 207: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE MANAGEMENT OF SOLID WASTE IN
(Draft 2) THE COUNTY OF HAWAII, THAT AMENDS THE FOLLOWING
PROVISIONS OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS
AMENDED):
1) CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 40 (DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT);
2) CHAPTER 14, ARTICLE 20 (PLASTIC BAG REDUCTION); NEW
ARTICLE 24 (LITTERING ); NEW ARTICLE 25 (CLEARING OCCUPIED
AND UNOCCUPIED LOTS); AND
3) CHAPTER 20 (REFUSE), NEW CHAPTER 20 (INTEGRATED SOLID
WASTE MANAGEMENT)
Reorganizes and restructures provisions of the Hawaii County Code that apply to
the Department of Environmental Management, updates certain provisions including
qualifications for the Director of the Department of Environmental Management, and
removes the solid waste disposal fee schedule, which would be added to the
Department of Environmental Management's Administrative Rules.
Reference: Comm. 1097.2
Intr. by: Mr. Richards (B/R)
Approve: AWEEMC-17
(Vote on Bill 207, Draft 2, is on the next page.)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 209: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2021
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants —HCPD Data Grant account($15,280);
and appropriates the same to the HCPD Data Grant account, for a total
appropriation of$72,280. Funds would be used for services, training, and
software to provide data between the State Department of Transportation and the
Hawaii Police Department.
Reference: Comm. 1110
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 210: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2021
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants —Distracted Driving Project account
($8,128.80); and appropriates the same to the Distracted Driving Project account,
for a total appropriation of$73,128.80. Funds would be used to reduce the
number of drivers using electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Reference: Comm. 1111
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Bill 210 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 211: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2021
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants —Occupant Protection Program account
($33,454.40); and appropriates the same to the Occupant Protection Program
account, for a total appropriation of$123,454.40. Funds would be used for
seatbelt enforcement operations.
Reference: Comm. 1112
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 212: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2021
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants —HCPD Roadblock Program account
($159,841.20); and appropriates the same to the HCPD Roadblock Program
account, for a total appropriation of$359,841.20. Funds would be used to reduce
the number of drivers operating vehicles while impaired.
Reference: Comm. 1113
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Bill 212 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 213: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2021
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants —Speed Enforcement account($95,745);
and appropriates the same to the Speed Enforcement account, for a total
appropriation of$245,745. Funds would be used for speed enforcement
operations.
Reference: Comm. 1114
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 214: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2021
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants —HCPD Traffic Investigative Program
account($241,564.86); and appropriates the same to the HCPD Traffic
Investigative Program account, for a total appropriation of$351,564.86. Funds
would be used for training and equipment for traffic accident investigations.
Reference: Comm. 1115
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Bill 214 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 215: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2021
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —HMGP (Hazard Mitigation Grant
Program)—Shoreline & Riparian Setbacks for Hawaii County Analysis account
($195,726.75); and appropriates the same to the HMGP —Shoreline & Riparian
Setbacks for Hawaii County Analysis account. Funds would be used for a long-
term disaster recovery plan and program focused on hazard mitigation.
Reference: Comm. 1117
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Res. 741-20: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY EMINENT
DOMAIN OF A PORTION OF TAX MAP KEY: 9-6-002:018, SITUATED AT
PUNALUU-PA`AUAU, DISTRICT OF KAT, COUNTY AND STATE OF
HAWAII, FOR THE PAHALA WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
A portion of the approximately 14.9-acre property is desired by the County for
temporary easements for construction and operations, and for storage and disposal
areas.
Reference: Comm. 1091
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: October 7, 2020
Note: Second of two required readings,
Section 101-13, Hawaii Revised Statutes
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
(Note: Ms. Lee Loy voted "kanalua"then "aye.")
Bill 192: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-44, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2020 TO JUNE 30, 2021
Adds the Public Works Bridge Inspection & Appraisal - Federal project for $160,000
to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from Federal Grants
Receivable.
Reference: Comm. 1060
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: October 7, 2020
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend,pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
(Vote on Bill 192 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 193: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
(Draft 2) BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2021
Appropriates revenues in the Federal —CDBG (Community Development Block
Grant) COVID-19 account($978,184); and appropriates the same to the following
CDBG-CV2 accounts: Food Basket Emergency Food Distribution Equipment
Acquisition ($223,500); Boys & Girls Club of Big Island—Mobile Youth Outreach
Services ($376,000); Na Kahua Hale O Ulu Wini—Laundry & Utility Improvements
($175,000); Project Vision Hawaii —Mobile Health & Hygiene Service ($110,000);
and CDBG-CV Administration ($93,684). Funds would be used to prevent, prepare
for, and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reference: Comm. 1061.2
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: October 7, 2020
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 196: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 4, OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(Draft 2) (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY ADDING A NEW SECTION RELATING
TO FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENTS
Allows for the Finance Director to initiate, or any Council Member to request from
the Finance Director, a Fiscal Impact Statement for any Bill for an Ordinance, except
for Bills that initiate an amendment to the Hawai'i County Charter or that establish
the upcoming fiscal year operating budget or capital budget.
Reference: Comm. 1059.2
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
First Reading: October 7, 2020
(Vote on Bill 196, Draft 2, is on the next page.)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 206: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 20-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2021
Appropriates revenues in the State Grants —Hawai`i County Food Access Summit
Program account($26,000); and appropriates the same to the Hawaii County
Food Access Summit Program account for the 2020 Fall Hawaii County Food
Access Virtual Summit and 2021 Hawaii County Food Access Summit projects.
Reference: Comm. 1092
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: October 7, 2020
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
REPORTS
PSC-16 APPOINTMENT OF MARIA SHON MAGSALIN TO THE FIRE
(Comm. 1080): COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: November 1, 2020 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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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
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