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Home My WebLink AboutRES 324 Draft 01 2024-2026COUNTY OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAII RESOLUTION NO. 324 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 LOKAHI TREATMENT CENTERS TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR ITS SUBSTANCE ABUSE, MENTAL HEALTH, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND ANGER MANAGEMENT TREATMENT PROGRAMS IN KONA. WHEREAS, L6kahi Treatment Centers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services to adults, adolescents, and children through programs that address mental health challenges, substance use disorders, domestic violence, and anger management through culturally responsive and evidence -based care, with the goal to remove barriers to treatment, improve recovery outcomes, and foster a healthier, more resilient Kona community where individuals can achieve long-term stability; and WHEREAS, L6kahi Treatment Centers is requesting funds to assist with expenses for evidence -based treatment curriculum and client workbooks, writing materials (journals, notebooks, pens, and other writing supplies), clinical assessment instruments for substance use and mental health, urinalysis and breathalyzer testing supplies and lab fees, external computer tablets, two desktop computers with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), folding chairs, printer/fax machine supplies, and tables, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the interests of public health and welfare of the people and the environment, and victims of health or social crises; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I 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 8 are hereby transferred to the Department of Liquor Control to provide a grant to L6kahi Treatment Centers 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: $5,000 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief CREDITED TO: 1010-21-25139 Department of Liquor Control Public Programs 530115 Misc. Contract Services (Lakahi Treatment Centers — Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Domestic Violence and Anger Management Treatment Programs in Kona) $5,000 $5,000 BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County CIerk shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the Director of Liquor Control 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 8th day of October , 20 25. INTRODUCED BY: CO CIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii I hereby certify that the foregoing ItESOLU'1'ION was by the vote indicated to the right hereof adopted b the CQUNCIL of the County of Hawaii on OCt.ober 9, 2025 ATTEST: CL �IRPERSON & PRESIDING OFFICER ROLL CALL VOTE AYES1 NOES ABS EX GALIMBA HUSTACE X INABA X KAGIWADA KANEALI `I-KLEINI? ELDER KIERKIEWICZ KIMBALL x ONISHI X VILLEGAS X 9 0 0 0 Reference: C-520/Council r-..` RESOLUTION NO. 2 Project Information * 41. Project Title EXHIBIT A Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Domestic Violence and Anger Management Treatment Programs in Kona 42. Project Start Date 10/01/2025 43. Project End Date 06/30/2026 44. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. North Kona South Kona 45. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 8 *46. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. L6kahi Treatment Centers is a HawaPI Island -based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services to adults, adolescents, and children. Our programs address mental health challenges, substance use disorders, domestic violence, and anger management through culturally responsive and evidence -based care. By integrating cognitive -behavioral and existential psychotherapies, we empower individuals to develop meaningful reasons for change, enhance self-awareness, and create actionable strategies that foster emotional, cognitive, and spiritual growth. Our mission is to support the overall health and well-being of Hawai'i Island communities while honoring the unique cultural values of our state. Our ultimate goal is to remove barriers to treatment, improve recovery outcomes, and foster a healthier, more resilient Kona community. Every component of this project contributes to creatin a supportive environment where individuals can achieve long term stability and positive life change. * 47. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement We will provide the highest quality mental health and substance abuse treatment services that are culturally appropriate to Big Island adults, adolescents and children. This mission is accomplished through the use of an integrated approach to treatment utilizing both cognitive behavioral and existential psychotherapy. This allows the individual to formulate a reason for changing and create strategies to experience emotional, cognitive, and spiritual growth. * 48. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. L6kahi Treatment Centers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is directly connected to this project through its treatment programs, which are at the heart of our mission. We provide comprehensive behavioral health services, including substance use treatment, mental health counseling, domestic violence and anger management programs to individuals and families across Hawaii Island. This project strengthens those services by funding essential items not covered by clients' health insurance that are needed for care delivery. These supports ensure our nonprofit can continue providing accessible, high quality, and culturally responsive treatment that promotes recovery and community well-being. * 49. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. CRF Budget Form (Dist. 8 .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. 50. 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: Public health and welfare of the people and the environment Victims of health or social crises fi 51. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. • *Enhanced Client Engagement and Completion Rates: By providing treatment curricula, workbooks, and writing supplies, at least 85% of clients will have the tools needed to actively participate in therapy and complete assigned recovery activities. • *Improved Diagnostic Accuracy and Care Planning: Acquisition of validated clinical assessment instruments will enable staff to complete 100% of required client evaluations, ensuring treatment plans are evidence -based and tailored to individual needs. • *Accountability and Recovery Monitoring: Through urinalysis testing and lab fees, 90% of clients will receive regular, documented toxicology screenings, supporting compliance with treatment and court -mandated requirements. • *Technology -Supported Service Delivery: New desktop computers, software, and tablets will allow staff and clients to securely access electronic records, complete documentation, and participate in telehealth and digital care planning. This will reduce administrative delays by at least 20% and increase client access to digital resources. • *Increased Group Capacity and Accessibility: The addition of tables, chairs, and updated office equipment will expand our group therapy and class space, allowing us to serve 25% more participants in group -based sessions. • *Operational Efficiency and Compliance: A new printer/fax system will ensure timely, HIPAA-compliant sharing of treatment information with courts, probation, and partner agencies, reducing reporting delays by 30%. Collectively, these investments will result in more reliable client tracking, improved treatment adherence, greater program capacity, and stronger recovery outcomes. By addressing gaps not covered by insurance reimbursement, the funds ensure that clients receive comprehensive, culturally responsive care that promotes long-term housing stability, recovery, and community reintegration. 52. For the project you are applying for, do you currently have or expect to have a contract/agreement with another department of the County of Hawaii during the current fiscal year (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026) related to this same project? Yes 53. Which department do you currently have or expect to have a contract/agreement with for this project? CRF support is being requested from Council District 7. The department responsible for oversight of the award will be determined by the district as the resolution for this CRF request is developed. * 54. Briefly describe the deliverables outlined in the contract/agreement for this project. Council District 7 is being requested to provide CRF support to cover the remaining half of the expenses identified in this application. The deliverables will mirror those outlined here, as both District 7 and District 8 are jointly funding the same project expenses. Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form Organization Name: Lokahi Treatment Centers Project Name: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Domestic Violence and Anger Management Treatment Programs in Kona Other Cash Expense Description CRF Grant Total Expense Expense Justification Sources Evidence -Based Treatment Curriculum and $ 500.00 $ 500.00 $ 1,000.00 Materials to guide clients through structured recovery Client Workbooks programs and support measurable progress. Essential for clients to complete program assignments, Writing Materials (journals, notebooks, pens, $ 500.00 $ 500.00 $ 1,000.00 practice journaling as part of their recovery process, and and other writing supplies) participate in evidence -based exercises during individual and group sessions to support therapeutic engagement, Purchase/licensing of standardized, evidence -based Clinical Assessment Instruments (Substance $ 500.00 $ 500.00 $ 1,000.00 assessment tools for client intake and evaluation to Use and Mental Health) ensure accurate diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and compliance. Urinalysis and Breathalyzer Testing Supplies $ 1000.00 $ 1 $ 2,000.00 Required toxicology testing to monitor sobriety, and Lab Fees ,,000.00 reinforce accountability, and inform treatment. Portable devices for clients to use during counselor sessions to review/sign assessments, treatment plans, External Computer Tablets $ 250.00 $ 250.00 $ 500.00 and other documentation. The intent is not to provide each client with a personal device, but to have shared tablets available for client use within our Kona office. Reliable technology for staff to maintain high -quality 2 Desktop Computers with Microsoft Programs service delivery. Computers support secure electronic (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), $1,000/ea $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 2,000.00 health record access, assessment scoring, and care coordination. Programs enable accurate reporting, communication and data analysis. Folding Chairs $ 250.00 $ 250.00 $ 500.00 Expands seating for group therapy and educational sessions, ensuring safe and inclusive participation. Printer/Fax Machine Supplies $ 750.00 $ 750.00 $ 1,500.00 Enables staff to securely print, fax, and copy treatmentlans, consent forms, and client materials. Tables $ 250.00 $ 250.00 $ 500.00 Provides workspace for group activities, counseling sessions, and client education materials. Admin/Overhead Expenses - Max. 10% of $ - request: EXPENSES TOTAL I $ 5,000.001 $ 5,000.00 $ 10;000.00