HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2020-11-18 2018-2020 ACTIONS AARON S. Y. CHUNG t.,OF p MAILE MEDEIROS DAVID
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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
56'h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawaii County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii
November 18, 2020
9:00 a.m.
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INVOCATION Dr. Robin Takahashi of New Hope Christian Fellowship
CALL TO ORDER 9:00 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 October 21, 2020
APPROVED:
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.
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 765-20: CHANGES THE FUNDING SOURCE OF ONE SENIOR ACCOUNT CLERK
TEMPORARY POSITION
A contract position currently funded by an agreement with the United States
Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration would be
retained by the County's Public Works Department to assist with FEMA
recordkeeping and reporting required to obtain disaster/emergency
reimbursements.
Reference: Comm. 1134
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-156
(Vote on Res. 765-20 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
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.
Res. 766-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII
Funds in the amount of$20,207 would be provided to the University of Hawaii
for its Examining Korean Natural Farming in Anthuriums: A Systems Approach
project. Funds would be used toward labor for data collection, analyses, travel to
experiment sites, purchase of supplies, and publication costs.
Reference: Comm. 1135
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-157
ADOPTED:
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.
Res. 768-20: 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$83,841,000 of Federally-derived funds to be used by the
Office of Housing and Community Development to support disaster relief, long-
term recovery, and restore infrastructure, housing, and economic revitalization in
Hawaii County.
Reference: Comm. 1137
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Postponed: November 6, 2020
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. David, seconded by Ms. Villegas, to approve
Res. 768-20.)
(Vote on Res. 768-20 is on the next page.)
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POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR:
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.
Res. 769-20: 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 RELATING TO ITS COMMUNITY OUTREACH
EFFORTS
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Office of Aging, Other Current Expenses
account.
Reference: Comm. 1139
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.
Res. 770-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO ST. JAMES' EPISCOPAL
CHURCH FOR ITS PA`AUILO COMMUNITY MEAL PROGRAM AT
ST. COLUMBA'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH TO HELP THOSE IN NEED
DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Business Development account.
Reference: Comm. 1140
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
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. 771-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE PURCHASE OF MINI FOOT PEDDLERS FOR
THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION'S NUTRITION SITES
AND SENIOR CENTERS IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 1
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Elderly Activities Division Recreation Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1141
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
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. 772-20: 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 LAVA ZONE
MUSEUM FOR ITS PAHOA HOLIDAY EVENTS PROJECT
Transfers $4,400 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1142
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. 773-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE DUGOUTS AND
FENCING AT HUALANI PARK
Transfers $5,530 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Friends of the Park account.
Reference: Comm. 1143
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
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. 774-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
TO ASSIST WITH ELECTRICAL REPAIRS AND OTHER RELATED
SUPPLIES FOR THE LAUPAHOEHOE CIVIC CENTER IN DISTRICT 1
Transfers $3,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Transfer to Capital Project Fund-General account.
Reference: Comm. 1144
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
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. 778-20: APPROVES THE NOMINATION OF CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU
COUNCIL MEMBER JOEY MANAHAN TO THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF COUNTIES BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Reference: Comm. 1153
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Waived: GREDC
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. 780-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NO NA OPIO TO PURCHASE
EQUIPMENT FOR NA HOA O PUNA SOCCER'S NA HOA CUP
Transfers $6,350 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1155
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.
Res. 781-20: APPROVES THE LEGISLATIVE PROPOSALS FOR INCLUSION IN THE
2021 HAWAII STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES LEGISLATIVE
PACKAGE
Includes four proposals submitted by the County of Maui, three by the County of
Kaua`i, and one by the City and County of Honolulu.
Reference: Comm. 1157
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Waived: GREDC
(Vote on Res. 781-20 is on the next page.)
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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. 782-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF THE
ATTORNEY GENERAL, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES
SECTION 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING
ATTORNEY
Allows for the receipt of$163,092 of Federally-derived funds to be used to prepare
for,prevent the spread of, and respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
Reference: Comm. 1158
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. 783-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII
Authorizes the Civil Defense Agency to utilize students enrolled at the University
of Hawaii at Hilo School of Nursing to assist with various functions at COVID-19
test sites in Hawaii County.
Reference: Comm. 1159
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
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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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: October 21 and November 6, 2020
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. Kierkiewicz, seconded by Ms. Lee Loy, to
approve Bill 200; and a motion by Ms. Kierkiewicz, seconded by Ms. Villegas, to
amend Bill 200 with the contents of Comm. 1077.8.)
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND 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.
; and
Comm. 1077.8: From Council Members Ashley L. Kierkiewicz and Rebecca Villegas, dated
November 4, 2020, transmitting a proposed amendment to Bill 200.
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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: October 21 and November 6, 2020
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. Kierkiewicz, seconded by Ms. Villegas, to
approve Bill 201; and a motion by Ms. Villegas, seconded by Ms. Poindexter, to
amend Bill 201 with the contents of Comm. 1078.2.)
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND 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.
; and
Comm. 1078.2: From Council Members Ashley L. Kierkiewicz and Rebecca Villegas, dated
November 4, 2020, transmitting a proposed amendment to Bill 201.
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Bill 216: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT IN 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 21, (SEWERS-RENAMED "WASTEWATER
MANAGEMENT")
Reorganizes and restructures provisions of the Hawaii County Code that apply to
the Department of Environmental Management, updates certain provisions to
remove the enforcement and penalties from Chapter 2 to Chapter 21, and renames
Chapter 21 to Wastewater Management.
Reference: Comm. 1119
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Approve: AWEEMC-18
Postponed: November 6, 2020
(Note: There is a motion by Mr. Richards, seconded by Ms. David, to approve
Bill 216.)
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND 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 222: AMENDS THE PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITY SCHEDULE,
CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 8, SECTION 15-68.1 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY NAMING THE PAVILION
AT KUKUIHAELE PARK THE"TAKASHI `TAKA' DOMINGO PAVILION,"
IN HONOR OF TAKASHI DOMINGO
Reference: Comm. 1145
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Waived: PRC
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 227: 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 —Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental
Funding (CESF)-Hawaii County Safe Protocol Logistics account($163,092); and
appropriates the same to the CESF-Hawaii County Safe Protocol Logistics
account. Funds would be used to prepare for,prevent the spread of, and respond to
the coronavirus pandemic.
Reference: Comm. 1158
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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.
ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 199: AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLE 1 AND ARTICLE 5, OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
PRIMARY AIRPORTS (Planning Director Initiated)
The Windward and Leeward Planning Commissions forward favorable
recommendations for this amendment which would establish a"Primary Airport"
land use within the Limited Industrial and General Industrial zoning districts,
provide a definition of a Primary Airport, and identify accessory uses.
Reference: Comm. 1076
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
First Reading: November 6, 2020
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
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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Bill 208: 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 Parks & Recreation Department of Business,
Economic Development& Tourism (DBEDT) Social Transportation Program
Income account($50,000); and appropriates the same to the DBEDT Social
Transportation Program Income account. Funds would be used to support the
Elderly Activities Division's paratransit program for seniors.
Reference: Comm. 1105
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: November 6, 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 218: 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 Island Tourism Destination
Management Plan account($25,000); and appropriates the same to the Hawaii
Island Tourism Destination Management Plan account. Funds would be used to
develop a Destination Management Action Plan.
Reference: Comm. 1136
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: November 6, 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 219: 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 —Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG)-Disaster Recovery account($83,841,000); and appropriates the same to
the CDBG-Disaster Recovery account. Funds would be used to support disaster
relief, long-term recovery, and restore infrastructure, housing, and economic
revitalization in Hawaii County.
Reference: Comm. 1137
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: November 6, 2020
POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR:
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.
Bill 220: 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
Increases the Public Works Microwave System Replacement project by $2 million.
Additional funds for this project shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds,
Capital Projects Fund—Fund Balance and/or Other Sources, for a total
appropriation of$6 million, to be used for component replacement, installation, and
maintenance of the microwave system.
Reference: Comm. 1138
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: November 6, 2020
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend,pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
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 221: 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 Center for Tech and Civic Life (CTCL) COVID-19
Response Grant account($177,193.75); and appropriates the same to the CTCL
COVID-19 Response Grant account. Funds would be used to reimburse costs
associated with conducting a safe and secure election during the COVID-19
pandemic.
Reference: Comm. 1146
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: November 6, 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
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Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an executive meeting.
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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).
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