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RESOLUTION NO. 296 25
A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING/APPROPRIATING AN APPROPRIATION OUT
AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITING SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE BIG ISLAND
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FOR THE 2025
HAWAI`I ISLAND SAKADA DAY CELEBRATION.
WHEREAS, the Big Island Resource Conservation and Development Council
(BIRCDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to assist the people of Hawaii
Island in achieving sustainable development while caring for and appreciating the natural
environment, ensuring broadened economic opportunities, enriched communities, and better
lives; and
WHEREAS, BIRCDC is requesting funds for facility rental, a plantation historical
display, food, beverages, serving supplies, decorations, sakada awards, advertising, printing, a
Philippines exhibit display, and honorarium for entertainment, which will serve a public purpose
by benefiting, improving, or promoting the culture and the arts in the County; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAFI that, in
accordance with section 2-139(a)(2)(C) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as
amended), Contingency Relief funds from Council District 4 are hereby transferred to the
Department of Research and Development to provide a grant to the Big Island Resource
Conservation and Development Council (BIRCDC) for the expenses and purposes identified in
"Exhibit A," a copy of which.is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, in the
following amount as set forth below:
FUND: General
AMOUNT OF
APPROPRIATION: $2,500
OUT AND FROM:
1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief
CREDITED TO:
1010-11-16160 Department of Research and Development
Tourism Promotion
530115 Misc. Contract Services
(BIRCDC — 2025 Hawaii Island Sakada Day
Celebration)
$2,500
$2,500
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this
resolution to the Director of Research and Development and Director of Finance, and that the
Director of Finance is hereby authorized to make the necessary transfers in accordance with the
terms of this resolution.
Dated at Hilo , Hawai`i, this 3rd day of September , 2025 .
INTRO CED BY:
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CO CIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I
COUNTY COUNCIL ROLL CALL VOTE
County of Hawai`i AYES NOES ABS EX
Hilo, Hawai`i GALIMBA X
HUSTACE X
I hereby certify that the foregoing RESOLUTION was by INABA X
the vote indicated to the right hereof adopted by the COUNCIL of the KAGIWADA X
County of Hawaii on September 3, 2025
KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X
KIERKIEWICZ X
ATTEST: KIMBALL X
ONISHI X
VILLEGAS X
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Reference: C-471/Council
CLERK AIRPER ON&PRESIDING OFFICER RESOLUTION NO. �96
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Project Information
* 37. Project Title EXHIBIT A
2025 Hawaii Island Sakada Day Celebration
38. Project Start Date
12/20/2025
39. Project End Date
12/20/2025
*
40. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented.
Hamakua
Ka u
North Hilo
Puna
South Hilo
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41. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief
Funds.
Council District 4
* 42. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project.
In 2015, Governor David Ige signed a bill designating December 20 of each year as Sakada Day, a day to -honor the
Filipino laborers whose contributions significantly shaped HawaPi's economic development in the 20th century. The Sakada
legacy began in 1906 when the first 15 Filipino workers were recruited to work at the Puna Sugar Company on Hawaii
Island. Over the next 40 years, from 1906 to 1946, approximately 125,000 Sakadas came to Hawaii, forming a
cornerstone of the state's plantation economy. Sakada Day was formally established through State House Bill 604 to
recognize their enduring impact. This year's Sakada Day celebration will be held at the Keaau Community Center, with a
focus on honoring Sakada workers from the Big Island. A special tribute will be made to the few original Sakadas that are
still with us. Additionally, Sakada descendants will be recognized during the event, which will include a lei offering
ceremony at the Sakada Statue. Various exhibits, entertainment, an arts and crafts demonstration, and food and drink will
be offered. This event is free and open to the public.
*43.501(c)(3) Mission Statement
Our mission is to assist the people of the Big Island in achieving sustainable development while caring for and appreciating
their natural environment; to ensure broadened economic opportunities, enriched communities, and better lives. Our vision
is to conserve, enhance, and promote the economic, cultural, and natural environment of Hawai'i.
*44. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project.
Big Island RC&D Council has partnered with the Sakada Day Celebration as a fiscal sponsor for over 10 years. This
program directly aligns with our vision to promote the cultural environment of Hawaii. The event brings awareness to and
recognizes the legacy of historical plantation work and the way it has shaped our current communities. This is a crucial
step in educating the public and honoring Hawaii's history for generations to come. The partnership between the Sakada
Day event team and our nonprofit creates a stronger infrastructure for a successful program, improves overall outcomes,
and gives funders the assurance they need, to know their resources are being utilized as promised.
* 45. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form.
CRF Budget Form - District 4 Request.xlsx
Public Purpose of Requested Funds
Per §2-138 of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as amended), the County may grant an award only if the
proposed program or service provides direct public benefits and fulfills a public purpose within the County.
46. According to §2-136, "public purpose" is defined as a benefit to, improvement of, or promotion of the
interests in the following areas. Please select all the public benefits to be derived from your County fund
request:
Culture and the arts
47. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds.
The main measurable outcomes we hope to achieve is the number of public visitors/spectators attending the event and
the number of participants taking part in activities. The celebration includes a recognition ceremony, honoring surviving
Sakadas and their descendants. Various exhibits will showcase Filipino artifacts, traditional clothing, and cultural heritage.
An arts and crafts demonstration will highlight traditional Filipino craftsmanship. Also featured are cultural performances
with groups from across the island celebrating Filipino culture. Food and beverages are offered at no cost to participants
and guests. The more people we can get to take part in the Celebration, the more we are able to increase awareness of
historical plantation legacy, honor our Sakadas and their descendants, and build community through group festivities.
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