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County of Hawai`i
Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
15th Session
Hawaii County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii
June 4, 2025
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:
• Kona Council Chambers,West Hawaii Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway,
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Hawaii County Council-15 June 4,2025
INVOCATION Pastor Eric Anderson of Church of the Holy Cross
ORDER OF BUSINESS
CALL TO ORDER 9:02 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 April 2, 2025 - APPROVED
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 180-25: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII OFFICE OF RESEARCH SERVICES
Allows the County to provide a$14,805 grant to the College of Tropical
Agriculture and Human Resources to support its Master Food Volunteer Program.
Reference: Comm. 289
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-50
(Vote on Res. 180-25 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Onishi,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kimball — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 181-25: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI`I OFFICE OF RESEARCH SERVICES
Allows the County to provide a$125,000 grant to the Pacific Aquaculture and
Coastal Resource Center for permits and preliminary research to develop an
aquaculture project in Hilo Bay.
Reference: Comm. 290
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-51
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 (see Communication No. 290.5) AND ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace,
Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Onishi,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Kimball —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 182-25: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE STATE OF HAWAI`I, HAWAI`I HOUSING FINANCE AND
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Allows for the receipt of$1,977,568 of federally-derived funds to be used towards
the Kuakini Heights Affordable Housing Project.
Reference: Comm. 292
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-52
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 183-25: AUTHORIZES INDEMNIFICATION OF CURRENT AND FORMER COUNTY
EMPLOYEES NAMED AS INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANTS IN THE LAWSUIT
KNOWN AS ARYN MITSUO YOSHIDA, ET AL. V. COUNTY OF HAWAI`I
ET AL., CIVIL NO. 3CCV-23-0000038 AGAINST ALL DAMAGES ASSESSED
Reference: Comm. 293
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-53
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 185-25: AUTHORIZES THE CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT OF LEONG KUNIHIRO
BROOKE & KIM, AS SPECIAL COUNSEL TO REPRESENT THE COUNTY
OF HAWAI`I, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES, WORKERS'
COMPENSATION DIVISION
Extends the retention of Special Counsel Services with additional compensation of
$120,000 and total compensation not to exceed $420,000.
Reference: Comm. 297
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R)
Approve: GOEAC-43
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership,pursuant to Section 6-5.5,
Hawaii County Charter
POSTPONED TO JUNE 18, 2025:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 187-25: AUTHORIZES THE GRANT OF A GAS TANK AND PIPELINE
EASEMENT, UNDER A PORTION OF KAWAILANI FIRE STATION AND
HILO MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE, IDENTIFIED AS TAX MAP
KEYS: 2-4-002-001 AND 2-4-002-128, SITUATED AT WAIAKEA, SOUTH
HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF HAWAI`I
Allows for a grant of easement from the County of Hawaii to The Gas Company,
LLC, for a tank and underground pipeline purposes.
Reference: Comm. 299
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R)
Approve: LAAC-15
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 190-25: AWARDS THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I "WAIWAI"NONPROFIT
GRANTS-IN-AID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
Awards grant funds in the amount of$2,520,000 to 66 programs operated by
eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
Reference: Comm. 306
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
Waived: LAAC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
and Kierkiewicz—2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 191-25: 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 HAWAI`I
INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE EXPERIENCE FOR ITS FIVE-DAY SCIENCE
EXCURSION AROUND HAWAI`I ISLAND
Transfers $7,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 307
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
and Kierkiewicz—2.
Excused: None.
Res. 192-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOSPICE OF HILO FOR ITS
21 ST ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 308
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 193-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT GROUP FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE BIG ISLAND
DANCE COUNCIL'S 50THANNIVERSARY SHOWCASE
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 309
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 194-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
TO PURCHASE SUPPLIES FOR SIGNAGE IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 3
Transfers $1,467 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Maintenance Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 310
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 195-25: 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 NORTH
KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER TO ASSIST WITH
EXPENSES RELATED TO THE KOHALA COMMUNITY REUNION
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 311
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 196-25: 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 NORTH
KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER TO ASSIST WITH
EXPENSES RELATED TO THE KOHALA RIDE WILD CLUB IN NORTH
KOHALA
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 312
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 209-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO ASSIST THE HAWAI`I POLICE
DEPARTMENT WITH PURCHASING EQUIPMENT TO PROMOTE PUBLIC
SAFETY
Transfers $23,998 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Police Department, Admin Division-
Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 327
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 210-25: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT PROVIDE A GRANT TO
CHANGEMAKERS COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION TO SUPPORT LOKAHI COWORKS EMPOWERING
RURAL SMALL BUSINESSES PROGRAM
Transfers $25,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Business Development account.
Reference: Comm. 328
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace,
Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball,
Onishi, and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 211-25: 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 AT VARIOUS COUNTY PARKS AND
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 3
Transfers $6,700 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Transfer to Capital Projects Fund-General account.
Reference: Comm. 329
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace,
Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball,
Onishi, and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 212-25: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS FOR
A MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR ONE MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINE FOR
THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate
monthly cost of$240, to be used by the department's Accounts and Budget
Divisions in Hilo.
Reference: Comm. 330
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace,
Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball,
Onishi, and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 213-25: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE UNITED STATES FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION(FHWA)
AND/OR 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
Allows for the receipt of$3,360,000 to be used towards the Smart Intersection
Demonstration Project to improve road safety and reduce accidents at high-risk
intersections.
Reference: Comm. 331
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 198: AMENDS THE STATE LAND USE BOUNDARIES MAPS FOR THE
(2022-2024) COUNTY OF HAWAI`I BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION
FROM THE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT TO THE RURAL DISTRICT AT
WAIMEA, SOUTH KOHALA, HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEY: 6-4-024:027
Postponed: September 16, October 15, 2024,
January 7, February 4, and March 6, 2025
Approve: LAAC-16
FAILED:
Ayes: Council Member Hustace— 1.
Noes: Council Members Galimba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
and
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Bill 199: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-11 (LALAMILO-PUUKAPU ZONE MAP),
(Draft 2) ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY
(2022-2024) CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL—5 ACRES (A-5a)
TO RESIDENTIAL AGRICULTURAL—0.5 ACRES (RA-0.5a) AND
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL— 10,000 SQUARE FEET (CN-10) AT
WAIMEA, SOUTH KOHALA, HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEY: 6-4-024:027
(Applicant: Kaupulehu Land, LLC) (Area: 5.349 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment to the State Land Use Boundaries Map and an unfavorable
recommendation for the requested change of zone, which would allow the
applicant to subdivide the property into eight lots consisting of three
retail/commercial lots fronting Mamalahoa Highway and five residential
agricultural lots. This property is located at 64-983 Mamalahoa Highway.
Reference: Comm. 1015.52
Intr. by: Council Member Inaba(B/R)
Postponed: September 16, October 15, 2024,
January 7, February 4, and March 6, 2025
Negative: LAAC-17 (Due to a vote of 3-ayes, 4-noes,
2-absent)
AMENDED TO DRAFT 3 (see Communication No. 1015.223) AND FAILED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kimball,
and Onishi —4.
Noes: Council Members Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—5.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Bill 24: AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLES 1, 2, 4, 5, AND 7, OF THE HAWAI`I
(Draft 5) COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
TELECOMMUNICATION ANTENNAS AND TOWERS
(Planning Director Initiated)
The Windward and Leeward Planning Commissions forward their favorable
recommendations to remove the requirement for a use permit to establish
telecommunication antennas and towers in certain zoning districts, add
application requirements, and amend standards for the establishment of
telecommunication antennas and towers.
Reference: Comm. 110.120
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Postponed: February 4 and 18; March 6;
April 1 and 15, 2025
Approve: PCPLUED-4
AMENDED TO DRAFT 6 (see Communication No. 110.153) AND
PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 54: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-33, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
DULY 1, 2024 TO JUNE 30, 2025
Appropriates excess fuel tax revenues collected from fiscal years 2022-2023 and
2023-2024 to the following projects totaling $1,493,554.75: Roadway Projects
($448,066.43), Bridge Inspection/Repair ($298,710.95), and Local Road Projects
($746,777.37). Funds for these projects shall be provided from fuel tax revenues,
in excess of what was projected in Ordinance No. 23-18.
Reference: Comm. 291
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-54
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend,pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawaii County Charter
(Vote on Bill 54 is on the next page)
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PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 55: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2025
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —HOME-American Rescue Plan
Program account($1,977,568); and appropriates the same to the HOME-American
Rescue Plan Projects account($1,817,225) and HOME-American Rescue Plan
Administration account($160,343), to be used towards the Kuakini Heights
Affordable Housing Project.
Reference: Comm. 292
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-55
PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Hustace and Kierkiewicz—2.
Excused: None.
Bill 61: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2025
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —County of Hawaii Smart and Safe
Intersection Demonstration account($3,360,000); and appropriates the same to the
County of Hawaii Smart and Safe Intersection Demonstration account, to improve
road safety and reduce accidents at high-risk intersections.
Reference: Comm. 331
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Bill 61 is on the next page)
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PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Hustace and Kierkiewicz—2.
Excused: None.
Bill 62: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2025
Appropriates revenues in the State Grants —SS4A-County of Hawaii Smart and
Safe Intersection Demonstration account($840,000); and appropriates the same to
the SS4A-County of Hawaii Smart and Safe Intersection Demonstration account
to cover the local cost share, to improve road safety and reduce accidents at high-
risk intersections.
Reference: Comm. 332
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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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
Postponed: May 21, 2025
(Note: There is a motion by Council Member Inaba, seconded by Council
Member Kagiwada to pass Bill 39, Draft 2, on second and ar final reading.)
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Inaba,
Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz,
Villegas, and Acting Chair Onishi —8.
Noes: Council Member Kimball — 1.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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
First Reading: May 21, 2025
(Vote on Bill 44 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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
First Reading: May 21, 2025
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 47: AMENDS CHAPTER 6 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983
(Draft 2) (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. 236.55
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball and
Council Member Kierkiewicz
First Reading: May 21, 2025
(Vote on Bill 47(Draft 2) is on the next page.)
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AMENDED TO DRAFT 3 (see Communication Nos. 236.56 and 236.57), AND
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, and Villegas —8.
Noes: Council Chair Inaba— 1.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 48: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 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)
First Reading: May 21, 2025
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 49: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 24-32, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 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)
First Reading: May 21, 2025
(Vote on Bill 49 is on the next page)
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POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba and Kierkiewicz—2.
Excused: None.
Bill 50: AMENDS CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 11, SECTION 19-90, OF THE HAWAI`I
(Draft 2) 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. 241.2
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada and
Council Member Inaba
First Reading: May 21, 2025
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba and Kierkiewicz—2.
Excused: None.
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)
First Reading: May 21, 2025
(Vote on Bill 56 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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)
First Reading: May 21, 2025
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 305: CLAIM AGAINST THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`UJOHN MULLEN &
COMPANY ON BEHALF OF DB INSURANCE CO. LTD., AS SUBROGEE
OF LIZZIE K. PANKEY
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Justin C. Lee dated May 13, 2025, requesting an
attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council regarding the
above-entitled matter, including settlement discussion.
(Vote on Comm. 305 is on the next page)
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CONCURRED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORP. COUNSEL:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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.
OTHER BUSINESS
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agenda items.)
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