HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2022-03-23 2020-2022 Hawaii County Clerk 03/17/2022 12:43:47 PM
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Chair&Presiding Officer MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER�?•'��;"'� '•�,�
ASHLEY L.KIERKIEWICZ
AARON S.Y.CHUNG HEATHER L.KIMBALL
Vice Chair
SUSAN L.K.LEE LOY
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REBECCA VILLEGAS
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawaii
Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
35th Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
March 23, 2022
9:00 a.m.
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INVOCATION Pastor Mel Haug of Bible First Mission Church
CALL TO ORDER
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 February 23, 2022
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 328-22: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT IN THE GEOTHERMAL RELOCATION AND
COMMUNITY BENEFITS FUND TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT FOR THE
HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT'S STATION 10 IN PAHOA
Transfers $300,500 from the Geothermal Other Current Expenses account; and
credits to the Geothermal Fire Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 641
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: FC-108
Res. 330-22: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR MULTI-YEAR LEASES
FOR THREE WASHERS AND THREE DRYERS FOR THE OFFICE OF
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a seven-year lease agreement with an estimated
monthly cost of$250 for laundry equipment for the Kulaimano Elderly Housing
proj ect.
Reference: Comm. 646
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-109
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Res. 331-22: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, DEPARTMENT OF
BUDGET AND FINANCE
Federally-derived funds of$5 million would be used to assist Hawaii County
households that directly or indirectly experienced financial hardship due to the
COVID-19 pandemic and can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or
housing instability.
Reference: Comm. 648
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-110
Res. 332-22: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, HAWAII TOURISM
AUTHORITY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a three-year agreement to establish the roles and
responsibilities for the implementation of the Hawaii Island Destination
Management Action Plan.
Reference: Comm. 650
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-111
Res. 333-22: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR
AGREEMENT WITH MARSHALL AND SWIFT FOR APPRAISAL
SOFTWARE AND DATA
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year agreement with a total cost of
$295,235.48 to renew software licenses for the Real Property Tax Division.
Reference: Comm. 651
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-112
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Res. 334-22: COMMITS TO FUNDING THE COST ITEMS AGREED UPON BY THE
EMPLOYERS AND THE UNITED PUBLIC WORKERS UNIT 01 AND
EMPLOYEES EXCLUDED FROM BARGAINING UNIT 01 FOR THE
CONTRACT PERIOD JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025
The estimated costs over the four years of the new contract resulting from
across-the-board increases and one-time bonuses would be $13,915,027.
Reference: Comm. 652
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-113
Res. 338-22: 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 TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE OPERATION OF
KALAMAPII PLAY SCHOOL
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. 669
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Res. 339-22: 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 TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE OPERATION OF
KALAMAPII PLAY SCHOOL
Transfers $2,087 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 670
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
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Res. 340-22: 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 MOKU `O HAWAII
OUTRIGGER CANOE RACING ASSOCIATION TO HIRE SECURITY WHEN
CONDUCTING ITS PROGRAMS AT HILO BAYFRONT BEACH PARK
Transfers $1,500 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. 671
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
Res. 341-22: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOMELESS TASK FORCE
FOR ITS WELLER HOUSE TRANSITIONAL HOUSING PROJECT
Transfers $6,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Office of Housing and Community
Development, Transition to Housing Fund account.
Reference: Comm. 672
Intr. by: Ms. David
Res. 342-22: 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 FRIENDS OF THE
LIBRARY—WAIKOLOA REGION FOR ITS LITERACY PROJECT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Business Development account.
Reference: Comm. 673
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
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Res. 343-22: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF
A DIGITAL MAILING MACHINE FOR THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY
CLERK, ELECTIONS DIVISION
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an estimated
monthly cost of$35.31, to be used by the division's office at the West Hawaii
Civic Center.
Reference: Comm. 674
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 344-22: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF
TWO BLACK AND WHITE COPIERS FOR THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY
CLERK, SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an estimated
total monthly cost of$3,170.
Reference: Comm. 675
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 346-22: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF
BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM
Allows for the receipt of$4 million, to be used for the planning, design, and
construction of the public access road to the Kukuiola Assessment Center and
Emergency Shelter.
Reference: Comm. 681
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
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Res. 347-22: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
FOR ONE MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINE FOR THE MASS TRANSIT
AGENCY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a three-year lease agreement with an estimated
monthly cost of$135.47, to be used by the agency's office at the West Hawaii
Civic Center.
Reference: Comm. 684
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 348-22: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF TWELVE BUSES
FROM THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
The donation, valued at approximately $50,000, would be used by the Mass Transit
Agency for island-wide public transportation.
Reference: Comm. 685
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 349-22: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE HAWAII STATE LIBRARY SYSTEM,
PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, TO
CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO CO-LOCATE A PUBLIC LIBRARY
AT THE FUTURE PAHOA TRANSIT HUB
The agreement would establish and define the respective roles and responsibilities
of the Mass Transit Agency and the Hawai`i State Library System for the
execution of the feasibility study.
Reference: Comm. 686
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
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Res. 350-22: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
FOR ONE MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINE FOR THE DEPARTMENT
OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an estimated
monthly cost of$400, to be used by the department's office at Hanama Place in
Kona.
Reference: Comm. 687
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 351-22: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF A MINIATURE
MEDITERRANEAN DONKEY TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND
RECREATION
The donation from Ms. Sherri Carden, valued at approximately $2,000, would be a
new addition to the petting zoo at the Pana`ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens.
Reference: Comm. 688
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 352-22: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DONATION OF COMPUTER
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE FROM THE STATE OF HAWAII
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO THE HAWAII POLICE DEPARTMENT
The donation, valued at approximately $11,500, would be used to produce various
reports.
Reference: Comm. 689
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 107: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-115, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
OPEN (0) TO INDUSTRIAL-COMMERCIAL MIXED (MCX-20) AND
GENERAL INDUSTRIAL (MG-1 a) AT HONOKOHAU IST AND 2ND, NORTH
KONA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEYS: 7-4-008:013, 030, 074,
076-078, 084, 085 & 090-100 (FORMERLY TMK: 7-4-008:013 & 030)
(Applicant: West Hawaii Business Park, LLC) (Area: Approx. 282.367 acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment, which amends Condition J (Kamanu Street Construction Timing)
and adds Condition N (Roadway/Driveway Requirements Related to Development
of Parcel 77) and Condition O (Ownership Transfer and Development of
Parcel 90). The properties are located along the east(mauka) side of Queen
Ka`ahumanu Highway in Honok6hau, North Kona.
Reference: Comm. 575
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-47
Bill 112: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-13 (PUAKO-`ANAEHO`OMALU ZONE MAP),
ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM OPEN(0) AND MULTIPLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL— 8,000 SQUARE FEET (RM-8) TO MULTIPLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL—6,000 SQUARE FEET (RM-6) AND SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL— 10,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-10) AT WAIKOLOA,
SOUTH KOHALA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 6-9-008:021,
POR. 027, POR. 028, AND POR. 031
(Applicant: Waikoloa Land Company) (Area: 45.932 acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to develop "Area A" of the
proposed Kumu Hou project, to consist of up to 264 multi-family residential units,
up to 25 single-family residential lots, and associated infrastructure. The
properties are located between the 75- and 76-mile markers on Queen Ka`ahumanu
Highway and west(makai) of the highway to the King's Highway Foot Trail,
`Anaeho`omalu and Waikoloa.
Reference: Comm. 595
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-48
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Bill 115: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-13 (PUAKO-`ANAEHO`OMALU ZONE MAP),
(Draft 2) ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM OPEN(0), MULTIPLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL—4,000 SQUARE FEET (RM-4), MULTIPLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL—6,000 SQUARE FEET (RM-6), MULTIPLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL— 8,000 SQUARE FEET (RM-8) AND VILLAGE
COMMERCIAL— 10,000 SQUARE FEET (CV-10) TO PROJECT DISTRICT
(PD) AT WAIKOLOA, SOUTH KOHALA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX
MAP KEYS: 6-9-008: POR. 013, 022, 025, POR. 029 AND 033
(Applicant: Waikoloa Land Company) (Area: 133.822 acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to develop "Area B" of the
proposed Kumu Hou project, to consist of 900 multi-family residential timeshare
units, private community centers, a convenience retail center, golf support
facilities, an operations facility,public parks and recreational amenities, and
associated infrastructure. The properties are located between the 75- and 76-mile
markers on Queen Ka`ahumanu Highway and west(makai) of the highway to the
King's Highway Foot Trail, `Anaeho`omalu and Waikoloa.
Reference: Comm. 601.12
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-49
and
Comm. 601.11: From Council Member Ashley L. Kierkiewicz, dated March 15, 2022, transmitting
informational material relating to Bill 115, Draft 2.
; and
Comm. 601.13: From Council Member Ashley L. Kierkiewicz, dated March 16, 2022, transmitting
a proposed amendment to Bill 115, Draft 2.
; and
Comm. 601.14: From Council Member Ashley L. Kierkiewicz, dated March 16, 2022, transmitting
proposed amendments to Bill 115, Draft 2.
; and
Comm. 601.15: From Council Member Ashley L. Kierkiewicz, dated March 16, 2022, transmitting
proposed amendments to Bill 115, Draft 2.
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Bill 125: AMENDS CHAPTER 4, OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO ANIMALS
Amends and adds definitions relating to injuries caused by Dangerous Dogs,
revises penalties for those who are convicted of negligent failure to control a
Dangerous Dog, adds provisions for habitual negligent failure to control a
Dangerous Dog, and adds additional penalties for violations of Dangerous Dogs
regulations.
Reference: Comm. 642
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Approve: PRPSC-34
Bill 128: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Decreases the County of Hawaii—Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program
account($2,035,200) and the University Heights Home Reconstruction account
($289,800); and appropriates the funds to the Hale Na Koa O Hanakahi
Independent Senior Housing account($2,325,000).
Reference: Comm. 647
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-114
Bill 129: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Appropriates revenues in the Federal - Emergency Rental Assist Program
COVID-19 (ERA2 PT) account($5 million); and appropriates the same to
the Emergency Rental Assistance Program COVID-19 (ERA2 PT) account
($4.5 million) and the Emergency Rental Assistance Program COVID-19
(ERA2 PT)—Administration account($500,000). Funds would be used to assist
Hawaii County households that directly or indirectly experienced financial
hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic and can demonstrate a risk of
experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
Reference: Comm. 648
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-115
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Bill 130: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JUNE 30, 2022
Increases revenues in the Office of Housing and Community Development's
Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) Program Income account
($200,000); and appropriates the same to the Ulu Wini Low Income Housing
Wastewater Treatment Plant—Repairs account, bringing the total appropriation to
$350,000.
Reference: Comm. 649
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-116
Bill 131: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-39, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2021 TO JUNE 30, 2022
Increases the Environmental Management Hilo Wastewater Treatment Plant
Upgrades-Phase I project by $13 million, bringing the total appropriation to
$18 million. Funds for this project shall be provided from the General Obligation
Bonds, Capital Projects Fund -Fund Balance and/or Other Sources and would be
used towards the design of an all-encompassing renovation of the Hilo Wastewater
Treatment Plant.
Reference: Comm. 653
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-117
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
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Bill 132: AUTHORIZES THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE
(Draft 2) 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 $149,500,000 in General Obligation Bonds to
fund certain Capital Improvement Projects including: design and construction
costs for renovation of the Hilo Wastewater Treatment Plant; Public Works facility
repair and maintenance; Parks and Recreation facility repair and maintenance;
repair and maintenance at County Housing projects; Animal Control facilities
acquisition and maintenance; Solid Waste facilities repair and maintenance; and
Bond Issuance Costs.
Reference: Comm. 654.2
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-118
Bill 134: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-34 (PAPAI`KOU-ONOMEA ZONE MAP),
ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL—TWENTY ACRES
(A-20a) TO FAMILY AGRICULTURAL—TWO ACRES (FA-2a) AT KALAOA,
SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-7-008:130
(Applicant: Garvin and Laura Goode) (Area: Approx. 9.581 acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to seek subdivision of the
property into three lots for conveyance to family members and continued operation
of an approved bed and breakfast establishment. The property is located at
27-2365 Hawaii Belt Road, 300 feet west(mauka) of its intersection with Kalaoa
Camp Road in South Hilo.
Reference: Comm. 656
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-50
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Bill 142: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Appropriates revenues in the State Grants—Kukuiola Assessment Center and
Emergency Shelter account($4,000,000), and appropriates the same to the
Kukuiola Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter account. Funds would be
used for the planning, design, and construction of the public access road to the
Kukuiola Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter.
Reference: Comm. 681
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Bill 143: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants—Housing Choice Voucher Program
account($450,000); and appropriates the same to the Voucher Rental Subsidies
account, bringing the total appropriation to $21,450,000. Funds would be used for
rental assistance for eligible program participants.
Reference: Comm. 682
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
Bill 144: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Appropriates revenues in the Fund Balance from Previous Year account($50,000),
and appropriates the same to the Kulaimano Operations Maintenance account.
Funds would be used for a design and feasibility study for adding buildings to the
Kulaimano Elderly Housing project.
Reference: Comm. 683
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
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ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 121: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Increases revenues in the Fund Balance Reserved for Liquor Control account
($100,000); and appropriates the same to the Liquor Control Other Current
Expenses account($100,000). Funds would be used to cover costs associated with
internet and phone installation at the West Hawaii office located in Kailua-Kona.
Reference: Comm. 621
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: March 9, 2022
Bill 133: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Increases revenues in the Interest—County Revolving account($1,185.16), and
appropriates the same to the following accounts: Wainani Estates Subdivision
Phase 1 ($242.32) and Kona Operations Partnership Housing ($942.84).
Reference: Comm. 655
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: March 9, 2022
Bill 135: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 21-38, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2022
Appropriates revenues in the Interest—Other Federal—COVID-19 account
($1,038.90), and appropriates the same to the Housing Assistance Program
Administration—COVID 19 account.
Reference: Comm. 658
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: March 9, 2022
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Bill 136: AUTHORIZES THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL TAX REVENUE BONDS OF
THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE
COSTS OF CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND INCIDENTAL
EXPENSES RELATING TO THE COUNTY'S COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 1-2021 (KALOKO HEIGHTS PROJECT); AMENDS CERTAIN
PROVISIONS OF THE ORDINANCE OF FORMATION FOR THE DISTRICT
RELATING TO THE LIEN OF THE SPECIAL TAXES SECURING SUCH
BONDS; FIXES OR AUTHORIZES THE FIXING OF THE FORM,
DENOMINATIONS, AND CERTAIN OTHER DETAILS OF SUCH BONDS
AND PROVIDES FOR THE SALE OF SUCH BONDS TO THE PUBLIC
Authorizes the issuance of up to $22 million in special tax revenue bonds to acquire
and construct sewer improvements and to pay for incidental expenses.
Reference: Comm. 660
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: March 9, 2022
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
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.
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possible, preferably by March 21, 2022. If a response is received after March 21, 2022, we will try to
obtain the auxiliary aid/service or accommodation, but we cannot guarantee that the request will be
fulfilled. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats such as large print, Braille, or
electronic copy.
Council Members may also be present at the Hilo Council Chambers, Hawaii County Building,
25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401, and/or participating via interactive conference technology
from other locations.
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Items listed on the agenda are available on the County website at www.hawaiicounty.gov by clicking on
Council Records and navigating to the current agenda. For any questions, please contact Council
Services at 961-8255.
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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).
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