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Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
4'h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
January 25, 2023
9:00 a.m.
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conference technology (ICT)pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
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item.
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Hawaii County Council-4 January 25,2023
INVOCATION Pastor Brian Keiser of Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity
CALL TO ORDER 9:03 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF
CONDOLENCE
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
Pursuant to HRS §92-3, oral testimony may be provided entirely at the beginning of the meeting, or
immediately preceding the agenda item being opened for deliberation by the Council.
(NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES December 21, 2022
APPROVED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 20-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT
FOR PROFESSIONAL GRANT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE
HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a multi-year agreement with CNC Consulting
from August 29, 2022 through November 28, 2024, with a cost not to exceed
$30,000.
Reference: Comm. 17
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-1
(Vote on Res. 20-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 21-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT
Transfers $2,500 from the Liquor Control/Public Programs account; and credits to
the Sundry Refund account, to complete the return of prior year Contingency Relief
funds from the Department of Liquor Control.
Reference: Comm. 22
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-2
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 22-23: AWARDS A PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION MAINTENANCE FUND STEWARDSHIP GRANT TO
KOHANAIKI `OHANA
Approves a grant of$20,380 to Kohanaiki `Ohana, a 501(c)(3)nonprofit
organization, to protect,preserve, and restore the `O`oma Beach property in
North Kona(Tax Map Key: 7-3-009:004), pursuant to Section 10-16(h) of the
Hawaii County Charter.
Reference: Comm. 23
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba
Approve: LAAC-1
(Vote on Res. 22-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 23-23: AWARDS A PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION MAINTENANCE FUND STEWARDSHIP GRANT TO
POHAHA I KA LANI
Approves a grant of$39,710 to P6h5h5 I Ka Lani, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization, to protect,preserve, and restore the Waipi`o Valley Lookout property
in Hamakua(Tax Map Key: 4-8-004:006),pursuant to Section 10-16(h) of the
Hawaii County Charter.
Reference: Comm. 24
Intr. by: Ms. Kimball
Approve: LAAC-2
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 24-23: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
TO AWARD FUNDS TO THE FOOD BASKET
Provides grant funds in the amount of$91,500, to cultivate fresh produce, reduce
food waste, increase the volume of fruits and vegetables diverted to local food
assistance programs, expand the consumption of local agricultural products, deepen
engagement with Hawaii Island's food system, and heighten the program's
sustainability.
Reference: Comm. 25
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: LAAC-3
(Vote on Res. 24-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 25-23: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
TO AWARD FUNDS TO HUI MALAMA I KE ALA `ULILI
Provides grant funds of$100,000, to establish a community resilience hub in
Pa`auilo to address the current and future needs for food systems, a sustainable
economy, and community care.
Reference: Comm. 26
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: LAAC-4
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 26-23: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
TO AWARD FUNDS TO LA`I`OPUA 2020
Provides grant funds of$100,000, to support the Ho`okahua Food Preservation
Project that will teach food preservation techniques, encourage the community to
buy local produce, and support a food program for qualified students in
West Hawaii.
Reference: Comm. 27
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: LAAC-5
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: Council Member Inaba— 1.
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Res. 30-23: AUTHORIZES 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$75,000, which would be used to cover overtime expenses
incurred by multi-agency law enforcement to follow-up on persons ordered by the
court to surrender firearms.
Reference: Comm. 37
Intr. by: Ms. Evans (B/R)
Approve: GOEAC-7
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, and Chair Kimball —7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 31-23: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
TO AWARD FUNDS TO THE EDITH KANAKA`OLE FOUNDATION
Provides grant funds of$90,525, to support the KIPA (Known Indigenous
Perspectives and Alignment) Business Cultural Training program.
Reference: Comm. 38
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: LAAC-6
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, and Chair Kimball —7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 32-23: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
TO AWARD FUNDS TO THE EDITH KANAKA`OLE FOUNDATION
Provides grant funds of$100,000, to support the Kukulu ka Pahukapu Program and
advance Responsible Tourism and Pono-Based Communication.
Reference: Comm. 39
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: LAAC-7
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, and Chair Kimball —7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 33-23: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
TO AWARD FUNDS TO THE KOHALA CENTER
Provides grant funds of$87,047, to support the Pulama Kahalu`u: Supporting
Ongoing Stewardship Program.
Reference: Comm. 40
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: LAAC-8
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, and Chair Kimball —7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 34-23: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Allows for the receipt of$2 million which would be used to support new and
existing programs that connect individuals and families experiencing homelessness
to appropriate services and resources.
Reference: Comm. 47
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-3
(Vote on Res. 34-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, and Chair Kimball —7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 35-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE OF ONE
SEWER CLEANING TRUCK FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate
monthly cost of$9,000.
Reference: Comm. 48
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-4
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 36-23: 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 RISE
FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE
27TH ANNUAL KWXX HO`OLAULE`A
Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 51
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
(Vote on Res. 36-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 37-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR MAINTENANCE AND/OR IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS ALONG HILO BAYFRONT TRAILS IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2
Transfers $5,750 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Transfer to Capital Projects Fund-General account.
Reference: Comm. 52
Intr. by: Ms. Kagiwada
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 38-23: 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 PURCHASE AND
INSTALLATION OF A WATER BOTTLE FILLING STATION
Transfers $4,015 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 61
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
(Vote on Res. 38-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 39-23: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF UP TO TEN
PALLET SHELTER UNITS FOR THE OFFICE OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
This donation from the County of Maui with an estimated value of$70,000 would
be used as emergency shelters to address homelessness.
Reference: Comm. 62
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 40-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR SUBLEASE OF
REAL PROPERTY (WAREHOUSE) FOR THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY
CLERK, ELECTIONS DIVISION
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year sublease agreement with Men's
Shop, Inc., for 3,000 square feet of warehouse space located at 210 Maka`ala Street,
at an approximate monthly cost of$1,953.
Reference: Comm. 63
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Res. 40-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 239: AMENDS CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 1 AND ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 1 AND
(2020-2022) DIVISION 2, OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS
AMENDED), RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF PARKS AND
RECREATIONAL AREAS
Sets hours of operation for all parks, beach parks, cemeteries, and recreation
facilities, and amends provisions for prohibited activities in park areas.
Reference: Comm. 1085
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: PCHSW-1
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 240: AMENDS CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 1, SECTION 15-26, OF THE
(2020-2022) HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING
TO USE OF VEHICLES AND PARKING RESTRICTIONS AT COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Clarifies and adds provisions for the parking of vehicles at County parks and
recreational facilities.
Reference: Comm. 1086
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: PCHSW-2
(Vote on Bill 240 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 241: AMENDS CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 4, SECTION 15-39, OF THE HAWAII
(2020-2022) COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
CAMPING AND TRAILER AREAS
Clarifies provisions for the parking of recreational vehicles and camper units at
County beach parks.
Reference: Comm. 1087
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: PCHSW-3
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 242: AMENDS CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 8, SECTION 15-68.1 OF THE HAWAII
(2020-2022) COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE
PARKS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITY SCHEDULE
Adds and removes parks and cemeteries, consolidates certain parks under a single
park, adds geographical categories of park locations, and adds tax map key parcel
identifiers.
Reference: Comm. 1088
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba(B/R)
Approve: PCHSW-4
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 3: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 22-64, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023
Appropriates excess fuel tax revenues collected from 2020-2022 by establishing
the following fuel tax program appropriations to the Capital Budget: Roadway
Projects (Engineering) ($252,043.47); Bridge Inspection, Repair and Replacement
Program (Engineering) ($177,913.04); and Local Road Improvements (Highways)
($429,956.52), for a total appropriation of$859,913.03.
Reference: Comm. 18
Intr. by: Mr. Kdneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-5
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 Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kdneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 4: AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 22-64, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023
Reappropriates lapsed fuel tax funds from prior fiscal years by establishing the following
fuel tax program appropriations to the Capital Budget: Roadway Projects (Engineering)
($1,288,729.07); Bridge Inspection, Repair and Replacement Program (Engineering)
($15,892.03); and Local Road Improvements (Highways) ($214,385.57), for a total
appropriation of$1,519,006.67.
Reference: Comm. 19
Intr. by: Mr. Kdneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-6
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend,pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
(Vote on Bill 4 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kdneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 5: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 22-64, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023
Adds the Public Works Kalaniana`ole Avenue Reconstruction -Private project($100,000)
to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from Private Contributions.
Reference: Comm. 20
Intr. by: Mr. Kdneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-7
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 Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kdneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Bill 6: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 22-64, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023
Appropriates the eighth increment of the fuel tax revenues established by
Resolution No. 504-08 and collected from 2022-2024 to the following programs:
Roadway Projects - Engineering ($2 million); Bridge Inspection, Repair and
Replacement Program - Engineering ($1.4 million); and Local Road
Improvements - Highway ($3.4 million), for a total appropriation of$6.8 million.
Reference: Comm. 21
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-8
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 Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 8: AMENDS CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 7, SECTION 15-62, OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE
MEMBERSHIP OF THE VETERANS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Removes the Disabled American Veterans' representative and increases at-large
membership from seven to eight members.
Reference: Comm. 29
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
Approve: PCHSW-5
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 9: AMENDS CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 11-19, OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Requires that all affordable housing agreements be submitted to the Council by the
Housing Administrator within 30 calendar days following the date of execution,
and quarterly activity reports beginning on March 1, 2023.
Reference: Comm. 30
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba and Ms. Kimball
Approve: PCPLUD-1
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
; and
Comm. 30.1: From Council Members Holeka Goro Inaba and Heather L. Kimball, dated
January 18, 2023, transmitting a proposed amendment to Bill 9.
Bill 10: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 22-63, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2023
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —National Instant Criminal
Background Check System Act Record Improvement Program ($75,000); and
appropriates the same to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System
Act Record Improvement Program account. Funds would be used to cover
overtime expenses incurred by multi-agency law enforcement to follow-up on
persons ordered by the court to surrender firearms.
Reference: Comm. 37
Intr. by: Ms. Evans (B/R)
Approve: GOEAC-8
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 11: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 22-63, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2023
Appropriates revenues in the State—2022 Ohana Zone Funding account
($2 million); and appropriates the same to the 2022 `Ohana Zone Funding—
Program account($1,800,000); and 2022 `Ohana Zone Funding—Administration
account($200,000). Funds would be used to support new and existing programs
that connect individuals and families experiencing homelessness to appropriate
services and resources.
Reference: Comm. 47
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-9
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
REPORTS
GOEAC-1 REAPPOINTMENT OF AARON SPIELMAN TO THE HAWAII COUNTY
(Comm. 41): CULTURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
GOEAC-2 REAPPOINTMENT OF AUSTIN GRIFFEY TO THE GAME MANAGEMENT
(Comm. 42): ADVISORY COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: January 28, 2023 (Section 13-4(k),
Hawaii County Charter)
(Vote on GOEAC-2 is on the next page.)
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CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
GOEAC-3 REAPPOINTMENT OF GERALD KOSAKI TO THE FIRE COMMISSION
(Comm. 43):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: January 28, 2023 (Section 13-4(k),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
GOEAC-4 REAPPOINTMENT OF DEBORAH CHANG TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS,
(Comm. 44): OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: January 28, 2023 (Section 2-2150),
Hawaii County Code)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
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GOEAC-5 NOMINATION OF SAMUEL NELSON TO THE SALARY COMMISSION
(Comm. 45):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: January 28, 2023 (Section 13-4(k),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
GOEAC-6 NOMINATION OF DR. DAWOOD Y. FARAHI TO THE SALARY
(Comm. 46): COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: January 28, 2023 (Section 13-4(k),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy — 1.
Excused: None.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to reconsideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on
agenda items.)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT: 10:24 a.m.
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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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