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Home My WebLink AboutRES 341 Draft 01 2024-2026COUNTY OF HAWAI`I STATE OF HAWAI`I RESOLUTION NO. 34JL 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 KU`IKAHI MEDIATION CENTER INC. FOR ITS CONFLICT PREVENTION AND RESOLUTION TRAINING SERIES. WHEREAS, Ku`ikahi Mediation Center Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers individuals, organizations, and communities to manage conflict through its mediation, facilitation, and education services; and WHEREAS, Ku`ikahi Mediation Center Inc. is requesting funds to cover professional fees for trainers, program staffing costs related to planning, and expenses for training materials and supplies, marketing and advertising, and refreshments, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the interests of educational concerns, needs of the poor, youth, the aged, those with physical or emotional disabilities, public health and welfare of the people and the environment, victims of crime, 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 5 are hereby transferred to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney to provide a grant to Ku`ikahi Mediation Center Inc. 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: $3,000 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief $3,000 CREDITED TO: 1010-21-27102 Office of the Prosecuting Attorney $3,000 Prosecuting Atty OCE 530115 Misc. Contract Services (Ku`ikahi Mediation Center Inc. — Conflict Prevention and Resolution Training Series) BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the Prosecuting Attorney 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 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 $ a 2025 T ATTEST: INTRODUCED' -BY: COUNCIL CHAIRPERSON & PRESIDING OFFICER OF HAWAI`I ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX GALIMBA X HUSTACE X INABA X KAGI WADA X KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X KIERKIEWICZ X KIMBALL X ONISHI X VILLEGAS X 9 0 0 0 Reference: C-537/Council RESOLUTION NO. ,41 °> 4 Project Information * 44. Project Title EXHIBIT A Conflict Prevention & Resolution Training Series 45. Project Start Date 07/01/2025 46. Project End Date 06/30/2026 * 47. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. Hamakua Ka'u North Hilo Puna South Hilo 48. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 5 * 49. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. Founded in 1983 as a program of the Island of Hawaii YMCA, and becoming an independent organization in 2006, Ku'ikahi Mediation Center has a 42-year track record of providing conflict prevention and resolution services to our diverse communities. We are the sole non-profit mediation center serving East Hawai'i, and 1 of only 5 in the state. Our purpose is "Finding Solutions, Growing Peace." Hawai'i Island leaders, employers, employees, and entrepreneurs need more local opportunities for top-notch training, especially in the areas of conflict prevention and resolution. Investing in skills -building at the front end helps prevent and mitigate problems at the back end. Effective collaborative processes, communication strategies, and conflict management skills are critical for citizens, since our county and state are facing complex societal issues like global pandemics, climate change, and aging populations. In order to deal with increasing trends like polarization and business disruptions from new technologies, citizens need to work smarter together to problem -solve sticky situations. This CRF will be used to conduct a "Conflict Prevention & Resolution Training Series" during FY 2025-2026. These 10 half - day workshops may include: 1) "Resilience at Work" with Ami Kunimura 2) "Reclaiming Personal Sovereignty in Moments of Conflict" with Shelby Morrison 3) "Civility in the Workplace" with Diane Petropulos 4) "Master of the StormT"': Navigating Misunderstanding, Disagreement, Even Conflict" with Athena Lou & Eric Smith 5) "Enhancing Workplace Dynamics Through DISC Profiles" with Arliss Dudley -Cash 6) "How to Effectively Work Together as a Non -Profit Board" with Julie Mitchell 7) "Meetings that Work" with Athena Lou & Eric Smith 8) "Respect in the Workplace & The Power of Stories" with Anne Marie Smoke & Owen Tanamoto 9) "Team Adventure: Desert Disaster" with Athena Lou & Eric Smith 10) "Myers -Briggs: To Better Understand Yourself & Others" with Joan Shafer. * 50.501(c)(3) Mission Statement OUR MISSION: We empower people to come together --to talk and to listen, to explore options, and to find their own best solutions. To achieve this mission, we offer mediation, facilitation, and training to strengthen the ability of diverse individuals and groups to resolve interpersonal conflicts and community issues. OUR VISION: A peaceful community where people routinely seek common ground. OUR VALUES: Communication / Collaboration / Confidentiality / Courtesy / Competence. * 51. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. Ku'ikahi is conducting the project. This training series is designed to develop individuals, teams, and leaders in public sectors (county, state, and federal government); private sectors (small, medium, and large businesses); and non-profit sectors (health care, human services, and others). The training series offers unique opportunities to local public, private, and non-profit workforces and volunteers to obtain world -class trainings: 1) from highly skilled trainers, 2) on island, 3) at affordable tuition rates (including Ku'ikahi scholarships), 4) in specialized subject areas, and 5) offered nowhere else in Hawai'i. We know of no similar local projects sponsored by other organizations. UH-Hilo's Center for Community Engagement has ceased offering non-credit classes in professional development. Hawaii Community College EDvance is only offering online asynchronous courses. Ku'ikahi is filling a training gap in locally provided workplace and community development. * 52. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. 2025-2026 CRF District 5 Budget Form.xlsx Public Purpose of Requested Funds Per §2-138 of the Hawai'i 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. 53. 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: Educational concerns Needs of the poor, youth, the aged, those with physical or emotional disabilities Public health and welfare of the people and the environment Victims of crimes Victims of health or social crises * 54. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS: -Goal 1: At least 10 public trainings held -Goal 2: At least 20 participants per training -Goal 3: At least 90% of trainees report learning something new and useful -Goal 4: At least 95% of trainees would recommend the training to others SUPPLEMENTAL: Challenges and opportunities facing Hawai'i Island include: recovering from the coronavirus pandemic, preventing eviction and homelessness, high cost of living and doing business, renewable energies, natural disasters, and land use. Some of these challenges/opportunities are centered on contentious issues, like astronomy on Mauna Kea. Well -trained local leaders and citizens --with dynamic and innovative ways to respond to difficult dialogues, disagreements, and disputes --support a stronger Hawaii County community and economy. Our agency helps individuals, families, schools, organizations, businesses, and others in Hawai'i County to find creative solutions to challenging situations. In the area of education, we have a multi -year track record of both developing and implementing successful in-house trainings, community workshops, and professional development seminars. These educational programs have attracted island -wide and repeat participation from the private, public, and non-profit sectors. In the past 13 years, we have conducted over 500 educational programs for adults and youth. TRAINING TESTIMONIAL: "I'm already using the skills gained from the Basic Mediation Training in my one-to-one conversations with students in crisis or helping students resolve conflicts with faculty, staff, and/or other students. The Division of Student Affairs is already seeing a return on the investment. These skills are so incredible and valuable!" Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form Organization Name: Ku'ikahi Mediation Center Inc. Project Name: Conflict Prevention and Resolution Training Series Other CashTotal Expense Description CRF Grant Expense Expense Justification Sources Professional Fees for Trainers (10 trainers x Compensation for 10 trainers delivering specialized $700/ea & $175/hr x 4 hrs/training) $ 1,400.00 $ 5,600.00 $ 7,000.00 conflict resolution workshops, ensuring high - quality instruction to build local skills. Trainer Airfare, Hotel, and Transportation (4 rt Travel cost for 4 trainers providing in -person, island interisland flights x $225/ea, 4 nights in hotel x $ - $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 based training, enhancing accessibility and $250/ea, 4 taxis to/from Hilo airport x $25/ea) engagement. Salaries for staff planning, coordinating, and Program Staff $ 1,400.00 $ 13,600.00 $ 15,000.00 evaluating training sessions to ensure smooth implementation and continuous improvement. Printed materials and supplies(binders, pens, and Training Materials and Supplies $ - $ 4,000.00 $ 4,000.00 name tags) to support participant learning and retention, enhancing educational outcomes. Publich outreach via e-blasts to 4,000-5,000 Training Marketing and Advertising $ 100.00 $ 900.00 $ 1,000.00 recipients to maximize community awareness and participation in the training series. Light refreshments (coffee/tea, pastries, and snack) Training Refreshments $ 100.00 $ 400.00 $ 500.00 to create a welcoming environment that encourages participant engagement and Portion of rent, telecommunications, and Training Space $ - $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 administrative staff, providing a professional venue critical for effective delivery. Admin/Overhead Expenses - Max. 10% of request: Program Overhead $ 9,000.00 $ 9,000.00 In -kind donation of training space to provide a professional venue for effective program delivery. EXPENSES TOTAL $ 3,000.00 $ 37,500.00 $ 40,500.00