HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 330 Draft 01 2024-2026COUNTY OF HAWAI`I
STATE OF HAWAI`I
RESOLUTION NO. 330 2-5
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 BIG ISLAND
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FOR THE 2025
SAKADA DAY CELEBRATION.
WHEREAS, 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 food, beverages, serving supplies, Sakada
awards, advertising, printing, a plantation historical display, 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 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 5 are hereby transferred to the
Department of Parks and Recreation to provide a grant to Big Island Resource Conservation and
Development Council 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 $2,500
CREDITED TO:
1010-51-50302 Department of Parks and Recreation $2,500
P&R Admin OCE
530115 Misc. Contract Services
(BIRCDC — 2025 Sakada Day Celebration)
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this
resolution to the Director of Parks and Recreation 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 , 2025 .
INTRODUCED BY:
COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`l
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawaii
Hilo, Hawaii
I Hereby certify that the foregoing RESOLUTION was by
the vote indicated to the right hereof adopted by the COUNCIL of the
County of Hawaii on October 8, 2025
ATTEST:
E��AIRPERSON & PRESIDING OFFICER
ROLL CALL VOTE
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NOES
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GALIMBA
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HUSTACE
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INABA
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KAGIWADA
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KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER
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KIERKIEWICZ
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KIMBALL
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ONISHI
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VILLEGAS
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Reference: C-526/Council.
RESOLUTION NO. P • 4
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Project Information
* 47. Project Title EXHIBIT A
2025 Hawai'i Island Sakada Day Celebration
48. Project Start Date
12/20/2025
49. Project End Date
12/20/2025
50. Please select all areas of Hawai'i Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and
implemented.
Hamakua
Ka`u
North Hilo
Puna
South Hilo
51. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency
Relief Funds.
Council District 5
* 52. 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 Hawai'i'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 Hawa'i, 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 Kea'au 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.
* 53. 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.
* 54. 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.
* 55. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form.
CRF Budget Form - District 5 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.
56. 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
57. 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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