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Home My WebLink AboutAGE COUNCIL 2025-05-21 2024-2026 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:01 AM HOLEKA GORO INABA tY OF p MICHELLE M. GALIMBA oN.• �`� Chair&Presiding Officer �?•' �, JAMES E. HUSTACE JENN KAGIWADA DENNIS"FRESH"ONISHI `: °` MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER Vice Chair — ASHLEY L.KIERKIEWICZ o=— �),��f MTMQ:�p� OF NF' HEATHER L.KIMBALL REBECCA VILLEGAS COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hawai`i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 IP Session Hawaii County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii May 21, 2025 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: • Kona Council Chambers,West Hawaii Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A Members of the public may also attend from this location. Public attendance via Courtesy is available at the following locations: • Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle; • Old Kohala Courthouse, 54-3900 Akoni Pule Highway,Kapa`au; • Pahoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pahoa Village Road; and • Waimea Council Office,Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109. If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted,the scheduled meeting will continue. Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call(808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon, Tuesday, May 20,2025. 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Hawai`i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 INVOCATION Pastor John Endriss of Engage Church Hilo ORDER OF BUSINESS CALL TO ORDER 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 February 19, 2025 March 19, 2025 REPORTS GOEAC-41 NOMINATION OF JOHN T. KIMURA TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS (Comm. 269): Requires Council Confirmation by: May 31, 2025 (Section 13-4(k), Hawai`i County Charter) Page 2 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 137-25: REQUESTS THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN AN ONLINE SYSTEM THAT DISPLAYS GENERAL WATER AVAILABILITY COUNTY-WIDE, INCLUDING NUMBER OF UNITS, ACTIVE COMMITMENTS, AND DEVELOPER AGREEMENTS Creates an online system hosted and maintained by the Department of Water Supply that would provide access to reliable, transparent, and up-to-date information about water availability for informed decision-making and to support the County's long-term goals for sustainable developments and water resource management. Reference: Comm. 233 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba Approve: PCENRM-1 Res. 138-25: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, PURSUANT TO HAWAI`I REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I MASS TRANSIT AGENCY Allows for the receipt of$270,000 of federally-derived funds for the planning of the Pahoa Transit Hub. Reference: Comm. 237 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-42 Res. 139-25: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM Allows for the receipt of$1,500,000 of federally-derived funds for the development of the Kukuiola Permanent Supportive Housing Project in Kailua- Kona. Reference: Comm. 238 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-43 Page 3 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Res. 140-25: APPROVES THE AWARD OF FUNDS TO ALOHA ANIMAL ALLIANCE HAWAI`I BY THE ANIMAL CONTROL AND PROTECTION AGENCY Provides $50,000 of grant funds to Aloha Animal Alliance Hawaii for their cat spay and neuter initiatives. Reference: Comm. 239 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-44 Res. 141-25: APPROVES THE AWARD OF FUNDS TO THE HAWAI`I ISLAND HUMANE SOCIETY BY THE ANIMAL CONTROL AND PROTECTION AGENCY Provides $50,000 of grant funds to the Hawaii Island Humane Society to support off-island animal transport, on-island adoptions, and rehoming efforts. Reference: Comm. 240 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-45 Res. 142-25: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I'S DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AS WELL AS GRANT A REAL PROPERTY LICENSE OR PERMIT FOR THEIR INSTALLATION AND UPKEEP OF NATIONAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEMS AT VARIOUS COUNTY OF HAWAI`I PROPERTIES Seeks to allow the State Department of Transportation to install and maintain National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Charging Stations at various sites within Hawai`i County. Reference: Comm. 242 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R) Approve: GOEAC-42 and Comm. 242.1: From Finance Director Diane Nakagawa, dated April 30, 2025, transmitting proposed amendments to Res. 142-25. Page 4 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Res. 145-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO ASSIST THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE HILO BAY BLAST FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT HILO BAY TO CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY ON DULY 4, 2025 Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Culture and Education Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 245 Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz Res. 169-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE METAL FOR TRASH BINS AT `ALAE CEMETERY Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, `Alae Cemetery Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 273 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 170-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FENCING ACCESSORIES TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Transfers $10,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Parks Maintenance Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 274 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Page 5 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Res. 171-25: 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 PALACE THEATER FOR THE 2025 EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 275 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 172-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO LA`I`OPUA 2020 TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT FOR ITS COMMUNITY MALA PROJECTS Transfers $6,230.35 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 276 Intr. by: Council Member Villegas Res. 173-25: 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 HALE MUA CULTURAL GROUP TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE KING KAMEHAMEHA DAY CELEBRATION PARADE AND HO`OLAULE`A IN KAILUA-KONA 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. 277 Intr. by: Council Member Villegas Page 6 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Res. 174-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO EQUALITY HI TO SUPPORT THE 13TH ANNUAL PRIDE PARADE AND FESTIVAL Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 278 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada Res. 175-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOPE SERVICES HAWAI`I, INC., TO SUPPORT ITS YOUTH HOUSING UNITS Transfers $3,558.25 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 279 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada Res. 176-25: 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 NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE OF PUNA TO SUPPORT ITS ANCHOR POINT YOUTH CENTER Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 280 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada Page 7 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Res. 177-25: 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 TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR ITS HOMELESS OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT PROJECT Transfers $9,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 281 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba Res. 178-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PAY FOR USE OF THE KONA TROLLEY FOR THE WEST HAWAI`I COUNTY BAND DURING THE KING KAMEHAMEHA DAY PARADE Transfers $570 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Hawaii County Band Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 282 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba Res. 179-25: RECOGNIZES THE SECOND GRADUATING CLASS OF THE HAWAI`I NATIONAL GUARD JOB CHALLENGE ACADEMY LOCATED AT THE KEAUKAHA MILITARY RESERVATION IN HILO, HAWAI`I Recognizes the achievements of 13 graduates of the Job Challenge Academy, a career-based program. Reference: Comm. 285 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball Waived: GOEAC Page 8 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Res. 184-25: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR MULTI-YEAR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS FOR THE OFFICE OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Authorizes the Mayor to enter into two-year employment contracts for one program oversight manager, one special program manager, and one program data manager to implement and manage the Homelessness and Housing Programs. Reference: Comm. 296 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Res. 186-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HALE MUA CULTURAL GROUP TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE 2025 KING KAMEHAMEHA DAY CELEBRATION PARADE AND HO`OLAULE`A Transfers $8,553 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 288 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) Bill 44: AMENDS CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 10, SECTION 19-89, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO EXEMPTIONS FOR CERTAIN HAWAIIAN HOMES PROPERTY, AND OTHER AGENCIES Exempts the value of buildings on Hawaiian Home Lands homesteads from property taxes and repeals references to outdated State law. Reference: Comm. 232 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba and Council Member Hustace Approve: FC-46 Page 9 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Bill 45: AMENDS CHAPTER 14, ARTICLE 10, SECTION 14-65, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO DESIGNATED EXCEPTIONAL TREES Amends the Tax Map Key and Location of the exceptional trees listing for the "Chinese Weeping Banyan"to 2-2-29:08 Kilauea Avenue. Reference: Comm. 234 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Approve: PCPLUED-2 Bill 46: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-30 (NA`ALEHU ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE ZONE MAP CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 10,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-10) TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL 10,000 SQUARE FEET (CV-10) AT NA`ALEHU, KA`U, HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 9-5-009:001 (POR.) (Applicant: L.A. Services Inc.) (Area: approx. 6,920.3 square feet) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its unfavorable recommendation for this requested change of zone, which would allow the applicant to establish a unified zoning designation for the entire property. The property is located at 95-5591 Mamalahoa Highway. Reference: Comm. 235 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R) Negative: LAAC-14 (Due to a vote of 9-noes) Bill 47: AMENDS CHAPTER 6 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS Adds a new article requiring most transient vacation rentals and hosting platforms for transient vacation rentals to register with the County before operating; provides for enforcement and penalties. Reference: Comm. 236 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball and Council Member Kierkiewicz Approve: PCPLUED-3 and Comm. 236.3: From Council Member Heather L. Kimball, dated May 6, 2025, transmitting proposed amendments to Bill 47. Page 10 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Bill 48: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2025 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—Federal Transit Administration Section 5304 Formula account($270,000); and appropriates the same to the Federal Transit Administration Section 5304 Formula account, to be used for the planning of the Pahoa Transit Hub. Reference: Comm. 237 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-47 Bill 49: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2025 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—2025 Pathways to Removing Obstacles Housing account($1,500,000); and appropriates the same to the 2025 Pathways to Removing Obstacles Housing account, to be used for the development of the Kukuiola Permanent Supportive Housing Project in Kailua- Kona. Reference: Comm. 238 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-48 Bill 50: AMENDS CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 11, SECTION 19-90, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY TAXES Changes the required appropriation of residential tier two property tax revenue for housing and homelessness from a fixed proportion of 75 percent to a fixed amount of$9,000,000. Reference: Comm. 241 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada and Council Member Inaba Approve: FC-49 Page 11 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Bill 56: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2025 Increases revenues in the Federal Grants—Justice Assistance Grant-Special Response Team Capability Enhancement Grant account($78,671); and appropriates the same to the Justice Assistance Grant-Special Response Team Capability Enhancement Grant account, for a total appropriation of$129,028. Funds would be used by the Police Department for training, travel, and specialized gear and equipment. Reference: Comm. 294 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Bill 57: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2025 Increases revenues in the Federal Grants—High Intensity Impact Grant account ($22,600); and appropriates the same to the High Intensity Impact Grant account, for a total appropriation of$690,877.96. Funds would be used by the Police Department for overtime, travel, training, services, and equipment to investigate drug-related cases. Reference: Comm. 295 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING) Bill 39: AMENDS CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 19-2, AND ARTICLE 7, (Draft 2) SECTION 19-53, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING REAL PROPERTY TAX CLASSIFICATION Repeals the definition of"affordable rental housing," amends the definition of "affordable rental rate," and amends subsection (h) Eligibility for affordable rental housing class. Reference: Comm. 206.2 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba First Reading: May 7, 2025 Page 12 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 Bill 40: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE ZONE MAP CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL— 10 ACRES (A-10a) TO AGRICULTURAL—5 ACRES (A-5a) AT PANA`EWA, HILO, HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-2-048:013 (POR.) (Applicant: Ho`oulu-Lahui) (Area: approx. 12.043 acres) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this requested change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property that currently houses Kua O Ka La New Century Public Charter School and enable the school to transition from a lease agreement to fee-simple ownership. The property is located at 345 Makalika Street. Reference: Comm. 207 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R) First Reading: May 7, 2025 Bill 41: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2025 Decreases the appropriation in the Transfer to Housing Fund account($451,221); and appropriates the same to the HOME Program Income Repayment account. Reference: Comm. 210 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: May 7, 2025 Bill 42: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2025 Increases revenues in the Interest—Other Federal account($660,000); and appropriates the same to the Emergency Rent Assistance 2 COVID-19 account ($600,000), Hawaii Island Landlord/Tenant Mediation account($10,000), and 2021 Hawaii Island Homeowner Assistance Program-Administration account ($50,000). Reference: Comm. 211 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: May 7, 2025 Page 13 Hawaii County Clerk 05/15/2025 09:16:02 AM Hawaii County Council-13 May 21,2025 REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION Comm. 284: BOARD OF ETHICS PETITION 2024-04: REVIEW OF A PETITION ALLEGING A COUNTY EMPLOYEE VIOLATED THE HAWAI`I COUNTY ETHICS CODE From Corporation Counsel Renee Schoen dated May 2, 2025, requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council regarding the above-entitled matter. 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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