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County of Hawai`i
Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
20'h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
August 16, 2023
9:00 a.m.
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INVOCATION Rabbi Levi Gerlitzky of Chabad Jewish Center
CALL TO ORDER 9:08 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 June 7, 2023
June 21, 2023
APPROVED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 207-23: AWARDS A PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION MAINTENANCE FUND STEWARDSHIP GRANT TO
KOHANAIKI `OHANA
Approves a grant of$38,220 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. 374
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba
Approve: LAAC-25
(Vote on Res. 207-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 208-23: AWARDS A PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION MAINTENANCE FUND STEWARDSHIP GRANT TO
HAWAII WILDLIFE FUND
Approves a grant of$15,748 to Hawaii Wildlife Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization, for protection of native wildlife and preservation of the Kahuku
Coastal Property in Ka`u (Tax Map Key: 9-2-001:075), pursuant to
Section 10-16(h) of the Hawaii County Charter.
Reference: Comm. 375
Intr. by: Ms. Galimba
Approve: LAAC-26
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 209-23: AWARDS A PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
(Draft 2) PRESERVATION MAINTENANCE FUND STEWARDSHIP GRANT TO
HO`OMALU KA`U
Approves a grant of$28,000 to Ho`omalu Ka`u, a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization,
for public safety maintenance and preservation of the Kahua `Olohu,property in
Ka`u (Tax Map Key: 9-5-012:005),pursuant to Section 10-16(h) of the Hawaii
County Charter.
Reference: Comm. 376.2
Intr. by: Ms. Galimba
Approve: LAAC-27
(Vote on Res. 209-23, Draft 2, is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 210-23: 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 HIRE SECURITY FOR
ISAAC KEPO`OKALANI HALE BEACH PARK
Transfers $400,000 from the Geothermal Other Current Expenses account; and
credits the Geothermal Parks and Recreation Other Current Expenses account to
allow for the continuation of around-the-clock security services.
Reference: Comm. 378
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Approve: FC-61
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 211-23: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL
RESOURCES
Allows for the receipt of$350,000 in federally-derived funds, which would be used
to develop a Priority Climate Action Plan and a Comprehensive Climate Action
Plan in coordination with the State Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
Commission.
Reference: Comm. 381
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-62
(Vote on Res. 211-23 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 212-23: EXTENDS ONE TEMPORARY POSITION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Seeks to extend the Economic Development Specialist III position for an additional
three months to oversee Kuleana Health program activities and complete associated
reports.
Reference: Comm. 382
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-63
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 215-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HULIAUAPA`A FOR THE
REVITALIZATION OF THE WAHI KUPUNA KAHALUU FIELD SYSTEM
Transfers $6,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 385
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Res. 216-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF THE FUTURE
TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE CELEBRATE `OHANA
FESTIVAL IN WEST HAWAII
Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 386
Intr. by: Mr. Inaba
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 217-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF FIRST
RESPONDERS FOR ITS GRIN CRISIS INTERVENTION TRAINING IN
WEST HAWAII
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 387
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Res. 218-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO BIG ISLAND RESOURCE
CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FOR THE 37TH ANNUAL
BIG ISLAND PRO-AM SURFING TRIALS
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 389
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 222-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO WAIMEA COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION TO SUPPORT THE 2023 WAIMEA CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT
PARADE
Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 393
Intr. by: Ms. Kimball
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Res. 224-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO GOING HOME HAWAII FOR
EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS REENTRY AND RESTORATION SUMMIT IN
KAILUA-KONA
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 398
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 59: AMENDS CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 10, SECTION 19-71, OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
HOME EXEMPTIONS
Amends subsection (d) by adding an age range of 75 years of age or over but not
80 years of age or over for a$110,000 exemption and adding an exemption of
$125,000 for taxpayers 80 years of age or over.
Reference: Comm. 371
Intr. by: Ms. Evans
Approve: FC-64
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.
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Bill 60: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 23-50, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
account($350,000); and appropriates the same to the Climate Pollution Reduction
Grant account to develop a Priority Climate Action Plan and a Comprehensive
Climate Action Plan in coordination with the State Climate Change Mitigation and
Adaptation Commission.
Reference: Comm. 381
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-65
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.
ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 53: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 23-50, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Housing and Urban Development—
Community Project Funding Kukuiola account($10,000,000); and appropriates the
same to the following Housing and Urban Development—Community Project
Funding Kukuiola programs: Program account($9,500,000) and Administration
account($500,000). Funds would be used to support the planning, design, and
construction cost of the Kukuiola Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter in
North Kona.
Reference: Comm. 358
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: August 2, 2023
(Vote on Bill 53 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL 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 54: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 23-50, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
Appropriates revenues in the Hawaii Community Foundation—Financial
Empowerment Services (Private) account($200,000); and appropriates the same to
the Hawaii Community Foundation—Financial Empowerment Services —Program
account. Funds would be used to support no-cost financial and homeownership
counseling provided by the United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development.
Reference: Comm. 359
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: August 2, 2023
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL 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 55: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 23-50, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
Increases revenues in Federal Grants —High Intensity Impact Grant account
($27,100); and appropriates the same to the High Intensity Impact Grant account.
These additional funds would be used by the Hawaii Police Department for
overtime, travel, training, services, and equipment needed for operations to
investigate drug related cases.
Reference: Comm. 360
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: August 2, 2023
(Vote on Bill SS is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL 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 56: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 47, OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(Draft 2) (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE APPROPRIATION OF
DISASTER RELIEF FUNDS FOR DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND SUFFERING
CAUSED BY THE 2018 KILAUEA ERUPTION
To establish standards for the appropriation of disaster relief funds that the County
received, or may receive, for the purpose of providing relief, recovery, mitigation,
and long-term resilience for disaster damages, losses, and suffering caused by the
2018 Kilauea eruption.
Reference: Comm. 362.19
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
First Reading: August 2, 2023
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL 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.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 396: JONATHAN D. ROWE, ET AL. V. COUNTY OF HAWAII; 3CCV-22-0000393
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Justin C. Lee, dated July 25, 2023, requesting
an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council regarding the
above-entitled matter, including settlement discussion.
CONCURRED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORP. COUNSEL:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: Council Member Inaba— 1.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matter, pursuant to
Section 92-5(a)(4), for the purpose of consulting with Council's attorney on questions and issues
pertaining to the Council's powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities. 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.
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