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Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
24th Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
October 18, 2023
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawaii County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT)pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawaii County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy is available at the following locations:
• Old Kohala Courthouse, 54-3900 Akoni Pule Highway, Kapa`au; and
• Pahoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pahoa Village Road.
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Hawaii County Council-24 October 18,2023
INVOCATION Rabbi Levi Gerlitzky of Chabad Jewish Center
CALL TO ORDER 9:04 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 September 20, 2023
APPROVED:
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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ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 263-23: AUTHORIZES THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO ENTER INTO
NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF ALL OR A PORTION OF THE
PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS TAX MAP KEY: 2-8-008:100, SITUATED IN
THE `ILI OF PEPE`EKEO, AHUPUA`A OF MAKAHANALOA, DISTRICT OF
HILO, UTILIZING THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL
RESOURCES PRESERVATION FUND
The County seeks to acquire approximately 38.25 acres of land to protect cultural
and natural resources and freshwater springs and streams, preserve and plant native
coastal plants, revive agricultural lands as agroforest, facilitate managed public
access for fishing and gathering sites, and enable community-based management
and stewardship. The parcel is listed as priority number eight in the 2021 Annual
Report of the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation
Commission.
Reference: Comm. 460
Intr. by: Ms. Kimball
Approve: LAAC-33
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. 281-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR
ONE LANDFILL BULLDOZER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement at an approximate
monthly cost of$21,667 to replace equipment that has reached its end of life.
Reference: Comm. 479
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-80
(Vote on Res. 281-23 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. 282-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR
ONE LANDFILL COMPACTOR FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement at an approximate
monthly cost of$25,000 to replace equipment deemed inoperable due to fire loss.
Reference: Comm. 480
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-81
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. 283-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR
THE HAWAII COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement for Tasers and
associated equipment to be utilized by Police Officers island wide.
Reference: Comm. 481
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-82
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. 284-23: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Allows for the receipt of$2,000,000 in federally-derived funds to support the
implementation and on-going operations of a new homeless shelter program.
Reference: Comm. 482
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-83
ADOPTED:
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.
Res. 285-23: AWARDS A PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION MAINTENANCE FUND STEWARDSHIP GRANT TO
KOHALA LIHIKAI
Approves a grant of$36,651 to Kohala Lihikai, a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization,
to provide land stewardship and cultural education for the Halawa(Hale O K5'ili)
property (Tax Map Key: 5-3-007:022), pursuant to Section 10-16(h) of the Hawaii
County Charter.
Reference: Comm. 494
Intr. by: Ms. Evans
Approve: LAAC-34
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. 286-23: AWARDS A PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION MAINTENANCE FUND STEWARDSHIP GRANT TO
KOHALA LIHIKAI
Approves a grant of$59,298 to Kohala Lihikai, a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization,
to provide land stewardship, wildfire mitigation, and cultural education for the
Kaiholena property (Tax Map Keys: 5-8-001:011, 019, 020, 021, 022, and 023),
pursuant to Section 10-16(h) of the Hawaii County Charter.
Reference: Comm. 495
Intr. by: Ms. Evans
Approve: LAAC-35
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. 288-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE AN ICE MACHINE FOR THE PAHALA
FIRE STATION
Transfers $5,300 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Auxiliary
Services Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 499
Intr. by: Ms. Galimba
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. 289-23: 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 BIG ISLAND
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL TO ASSIST
WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE 2023 HAWAII ISLAND VETERANS
DAY PARADE
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 500
Intr. by: Ms. Galimba
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. 290-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO ASSIST THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WITH
PURCHASING CERTIFIED AGRICULTURAL SCALES
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Police Department, Police Administration
Division-Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 501
Intr. by: Ms. Galimba
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. 291-23: 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 JAPANESE
CENTER FOR THE JAPANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF HAWAI`I'S
2023 BUNKA NO HI EVENT
Transfers $1,750 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 502
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
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. 292-23: 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 KEAUKAHA SCHOOL
FOUNDATION FOR KEAUKAHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S PRESCHOOL
ACTIVITIES IN THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
Transfers $2,710 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. 503
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
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. 293-23: 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 $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 504
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.
Res. 294-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE WREATHS FOR THE WEST HAWAII
VETERANS CEMETERY-PUU HO`OMAHA O NA POB KOA O HAWAII
KOMOHANA FOR THE NATIONAL WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA DAY
Transfers $1,250 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 505
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. 295-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO SANCTUARY OF
MANA KE`A GARDENS TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO ITS
WELLNESS THROUGH AGRICULTURE MANIFESTIVAL AT HALE
HALAWAI
Transfers $3,785 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 506
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. 296-23: 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 JAPANESE
CENTER FOR THE JAPANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF HAWAI`I'S
2023 BUNKA NO HI PROGRAM
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 507
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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. 297-23: 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 JAPANESE
CENTER FOR THE JAPANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF HAWAI`I'S
2023 BUNKA NO HI PROGRAM
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 508
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.
Res. 298-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAMAKUA HEALTH
CENTER, INC., FOR THE HONOKA`A RENAISSANCE FAIRE
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 509
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. 299-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO ASSIST THE HAWAII POLICE DEPARTMENT WITH
PURCHASING A CERTIFIED AGRICULTURAL SCALE FOR ITS HILO
STATION
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Police Department, Police Administration
Division-Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 510
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.
Res. 300-23: 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 WEST HAWAII
VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION ASSOCIATION
TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO ITS WORLD WAR II
MEMORIAL PROJECT
Transfers $10,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 511
Intr. by: Ms. Evans
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. 301-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO YWCA OF HAWAII ISLAND
FOR ITS 14TH ANNUAL WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES EVENT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 512
Intr. by: Ms. Kagiwada
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. 302-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO PEPE`EKEO COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR ITS ALOHA `AINA COMMUNITY
EVENTS
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 513
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. 307-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR
ONE MULTI-FUNCTION COPY MACHINE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement at an approximate
monthly cost of$91, to be used by the department's Traffic Administration Section
in Hilo.
Reference: Comm. 528
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Inaba— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 308-23: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF THE
ATTORNEY GENERAL
Allows for the receipt of funds to pay for salaries, fringe benefits, trainings,
equipment, and supplies for the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney's Victim
Assistance Unit.
Reference: Comm. 529
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
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. 309-23: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND
OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR MULTI-YEAR LEASES FOR FIVE
MULTI-FUNCTION PRINTERS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into five-year lease agreements at an approximate
monthly cost of$110 for each printer, to be used by the department's Solid Waste
Division's various offices island wide.
Reference: Comm. 530
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. 311-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO MALAMA O PUNA TO
ASSIST WITH FUNDING YOUTH ENGAGEMENT EVENTS FOR KEA`AU
MIDDLE SCHOOL IN THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 534
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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. 312-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FULL LIFE TO ASSIST
ABLED HAWAII ARTISTS WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS
COMMUNITY ART EVENTS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Transfers $6,900 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 535
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
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.
Res. 313-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAIIAN PARADISE PARK
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Transfers $6,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 536
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
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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Res. 314-23: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF LABOR AND
MATERIALS FOR A PLAYGROUND TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS
AND RECREATION
The donation from Kona Playgrounds Foundation and an anonymous parry, with an
estimated value of$45,000, would be utilized at the William Charles Lunalilo
Playground in Kailua-Kona.
Reference: Comm. 538
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
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.
Res. 315-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO RECYCLE HAWAII FOR
THE HILO DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION'S ZERO WASTE
HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 540
Intr. by: Ms. Kagiwada
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. 316-23: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO MALAMA O PUNA TO
SUPPORT FOOD SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES IN THE BLACK SANDS
BEACH COMMUNITY GARDEN
Transfers $4,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 541
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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 72: AMENDS CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE 1, SECTIONS 11-3 AND 11-13 OF THE
HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING
TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Amends and adds definitions and adds the Housing Administrator's powers and
duties regarding the eligibility requirements for affordable housing.
Reference: Comm. 461
Intr. by: Ms. Kimball and Mr. Inaba
Approve: PCPLUD-5
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Lee Loy, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Kierkiewicz—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Bill 73: 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 2023 Emergency Proclamation Homeless Programs —
Federal account($2,000,000); and appropriates the same to the 2023 Emergency
Proclamation Homeless Programs account($1,900,000); and the 2023 Emergency
Proclamation Homeless Programs —Administration account($100,000). Funds
would be used to support the implementation and on-going operations of a new
homeless shelter program.
Reference: Comm. 482
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-84
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 74: 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 the Federal Grants —Hawai`i County Police Department Data
Grant account($16,980); and appropriates the same to the Hawaii County Police
Department Data Grant account, for a total appropriation of$89,980. These
additional funds would be used to establish a statewide traffic data system and
ensure compliance with national standards.
Reference: Comm. 483
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-85
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 75: 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 the Federal Grants —Occupant Protection Program account
($37,959); and appropriates the same to the Occupant Protection Program account,
for a total appropriation of$161,959. These additional funds would be used to fund
operations focused on occupant protection projects through the Community
Highway Safety Program.
Reference: Comm. 484
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-86
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 76: 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 the Federal Grants —Hawai`i County Police Department
Roadblock Program account($97,970.95); and appropriates the same to the Hawaii
County Police Department Roadblock Program account, for a total appropriation of
$522,970.95. These additional funds would be used to fund programs focused on
reducing the number of drivers operating a vehicle while impaired.
Reference: Comm. 485
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-87
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 77: 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 the Federal Grants —Hawai`i County Police Department 2023
Special Traffic Enforcement Patrol Grant account($280); and appropriates the
same to the Hawaii County Police Department 2023 Special Traffic Enforcement
Patrol Grant account, for a total appropriation of$574,514. These additional funds
would be used for training, education, enforcement, and community collaboration to
reduce the number of traffic fatalities and injuries.
Reference: Comm. 486
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-88
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 78: 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 the Transfer from General Fund account($8,300); and
appropriates the same to the Papa`aloa Housing Project account to purchase planter
boxes for residential gardening.
Reference: Comm. 487
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-89
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 79: 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 the State Emergency Medical Services account($617,702);
and appropriates the same to the Emergency Medical Services Other Current
Expenses account($474,008); and the Retirement Benefits account($143,694).
Funds would be used to cover collective bargaining agreement salaries, fringe
benefits, and operational increases.
Reference: Comm. 488
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-90
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 80: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 23-51, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2023 TO JUNE 30, 2024
Adds the Public Works Bridge Repair Projects —Honoli`i and Kaiwilahilahi
Streams — Federal project($6 million) to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project
shall be provided from Federal Grants Receivable to rehabilitate the integrity of
these bridges.
Reference: Comm. 489
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-91
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.
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Bill 81: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 23-51, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2023 TO JUNE 30, 2024
Adds the Fire Department Waiuli (Leleiwi) Beach Park Lifeguard Tower
Construction—Fair Share project($48,000)to the Capital Budget. Funds for this
project shall be provided from Fair Share Contributions to replace the existing
tower with a new fiberglass surveyor tower.
Reference: Comm. 490
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
Approve: FC-92
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.
ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 49: INITIATES AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE III, SECTION 3-4 OF THE
(Draft 4) HAWAII COUNTY CHARTER(2022 EDITION), RELATING TO VACANCY
IN OFFICE
Adds an exception to the process of filling vacancies on the County Council by
providing that a vacant County Council district seat shall be filled by the person
elected to serve the upcoming Council term, if that vacancy occurs or exists after
the incoming Council Member was elected.
Reference: Comm. 305.21
Intr. by: Ms. Evans
Postponed: September 6, 2023
First Reading: September 20, 2023
Second Reading: October 4, 2023
2/3 Vote: Third of three required readings,
Section 15-1(a), Hawai`i County
Charter
(Vote on Bill 49, Draft 4, is on the next page.)
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PASSED 3RD OF THREE REQUIRED READINGS:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Villegas, and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: Council Member Kagiwada— 1.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 66: AMENDS CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE 4, SECTION 5-4-3, OF THE HAWAII
(Draft 2) COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
INSTALLATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS
Amends Subsection (f)by requiring a professional electrical engineer licensed in
the State of Hawaii to prepare, design, and stamp electrical design drawings and
specifications for residential photovoltaic systems if the system exceeds
10 kilowatts.
Reference: Comm. 435.2
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
First Reading: October 4, 2023
POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 15, 2023:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada, Kierkiewicz,
Lee Loy, and Chair Kimball —6.
Noes: Council Members Evans, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, and Villegas —3.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
(Note: Mr. Inaba voted "kanalua"then "aye.")
Bill 67: 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 —Broadband Equity Access and
Deployment Planning Funds-Federal account($100,000); and appropriates the same
to the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment Planning Funds-Federal account
($100,000). Funds would be used to assist in the development and implementation
of a plan to achieve equitable internet access for all Hawaii residents.
Reference: Comm. 445
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: October 4, 2023
(Vote on Bill 67 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,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Villegas — 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 68: 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 —Affordable Connectivity Outreach
Grant Program account($175,000); and appropriates the same to the Affordable
Connectivity Outreach Grant Program account. Funds would be used to provide
services and financial assistance for internet subscription fees for qualified
households on Hawaii Island.
Reference: Comm. 446
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: October 4, 2023
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Evans, Galimba, Inaba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Villegas — 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 69: 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 the Federal Grants —National Criminal History Improvement
Program account($580,000); and appropriates the same to the National Criminal
History Improvement Program account. These additional funds would be used by
the Prosecuting Attorney's Office for a new case management system, increased
internet bandwidth, licensing, and replacement of computers to improve the quality,
timeliness, and accessibility of criminal history records.
Reference: Comm. 447
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: October 4, 2023
(Vote on Bill 69 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,
and Chair Kimball —8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Villegas — 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 70: 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 Home Program —Tenant-Based Rental Assistance
Fraud Recovery Income account($5,000); and appropriates the same to the Tenant-
Based Rental Assistance Fraud Recovery Income account to allow for the receipt of
funds recovered from tenants who have committed fraud.
Reference: Comm. 448
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: October 4, 2023
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL 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 71: 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 the Block Grant Program Income account($150,000); and
appropriates the same to the West Hawaii Emergency Shelter and Facility Energy
Efficiency Improvements account, bringing the total appropriation to $300,000.
These additional funds will be used to renovate the facility in accordance with the
Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.
Reference: Comm. 449
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder(B/R)
First Reading: October 4, 2023
(Vote on Bill 71 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL 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-78 NOMINATION OF AMEDEO MARKOFF TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN
(Comm. 459): SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: October 29, 2023 (Section 134(k),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
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.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 531: JAMES GRELL V. COUNTY OF HAWAII; CV 23-00328 JAO-RT
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Steven K. Idemoto, dated September 26, 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, 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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Comm. 532: MARY BUCKINGHAM AND MARTIN BUCKINGHAM V. COUNTY OF
HAWAII, ET AL.; CIVIL NO. 3CCV-21-0000250
From Deputy Corporation Counsel E. Britt Bailey, dated October 2, 2023,
requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council
regarding the above-entitled matter, including litigation filed by Bickerton Law
Group LLLP on behalf of their clients Mary and Martin Buckingham.
CONCURRED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORP. COUNSEL:
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.
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matters,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.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to reconsideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on
agenda items.)
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