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Home My WebLink AboutRES 353 Draft 01 2024-2026COUNTY OF HAWAI`I STATE OF HAWAI`I RESOLUTION NO. 3,53 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 FOR ITS SUBSTANCE ABUSE, MENTAL HEALTH, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, AND ANGER MANAGEMENT TREATMENT PROGRAMS IN PAHOA. WHEREAS, Lokahi Treatment Centers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide high -quality, culturally appropriate mental health and substance abuse treatment services for adults, adolescents, and children on the Big Island; and WHEREAS, Lokahi Treatment Centers is requesting funds to cover treatment curriculum and workbooks for clients, writing materials for clients, urinalysis testing supplies, lab fees, external computer tablets, phone system upgrades, folding chairs, printer, fax machine, office supplies, 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 2-13 9(a)(2)(C) of the Hawai `i 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 Lokahi 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: $79500 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief $75500 CREDITED TO: 1010-21-27102 Office of the Prosecuting Attorney $79500 Prosecuting Atty OCE 530115 Misc. Contract Services (1,6kahi Treatment Centers —Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Domestic Violence, and Anger Management Treatment Programs) 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 ternis of this resolution. Dated at Kona Hawaii, this 22nd day of INTRODUCED BY: COUNCIL COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii I hereby certify that the foregoing RESOLUTION was by the vale indicated to the right hereof adopted by the COUNCIL of the County of HawaN on October 22, 2025 ATTEST: COU AIRPERSON & PRESIDING OFFICER ER, October ,2025 . Al0S/:lITWIW ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX GALIMBA X HUSTACE X INABA X KAGIWADA X KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X KIERKIEWICz X KIMBALL X ONISI11 X VILLEGAS X 9 '0 0 0 Reference: G-558/Council IS ): RESOLUTION NO. `- 2 [id too V-161a mrslill I: -117,4 * 40, Project Title EXHIBIT Substance Abuse, Mental Health,, Domestic Violence and Anger Management Treatment Programs in P5hoa 4 'j1, Proect Start Date 10/01/2025 06/30/2026 43, Please select all areas of Hawai'i Island where the project will be administered,, delivered, and implemented. Puna 44. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds, Council District 5 *45. In 2,r00O characters or less, describe the project. L6kahi Treatment Centers is a Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 P5hoa community. Every component of this project contributes to creating a supportive environment that enables individuals to achieve long-term stability and positive life changes. * 46.501(c)(3) Mission Statement To provide high -quality, culturally appropriate mental health and substance abuse treatment services to adults., adolescents, and children on the Big Island. They emphasize an integrated approach,, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and existential psychotherapy, to help individuals find meaning and develop strategies for emotional,, cognitive,, and spiritual growth. * 47. In 1,r000 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 Hawai"i 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. * 48. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form, 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. 49, 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 50. In 2,,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. With these funds, Ldkahi Treatment Centers will strengthen the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness 'r of our treatment programs by providing critical tools and resources not covered by insurance reimbursement. Measurable outcomes will include: - Improved client engagement and learning: At least 150 clients will receive a treatment curriculum, workbooks, and writing supplies to support active participation in therapy, with 80% completing assigned activities that reinforce recovery skills. -Enhanced accountability and treatment monitoring: Urinalysis testing will be conducted for all clients enrolled in substance use treatment,, with results used to track progress toward sobriety goals; we aim for a 70% reduction in positive test results among participants after three months. -Expanded access to care and efficiency: Upgraded phone lines will reduce missed calls and increase successful client contact by 30%. In comparison,, tablets and upgraded printing/fax capacity will streamline service delivery and improve documentation for 100% of client records. - Increased program capacity and comfort: New tables and chairs will expand group session seating by 20%,, allowing more clients to participate safely and consistently. These outcomes will be measured through program records, client participation logs, attendance in group sessions, urinalysis reports,, and staff tracking of communication and engagement. Collectively, these improvements will remove practical barriers,, ensure clients have the materials and tools needed for meaningful participation., and create an environment that fosters recovery, accountability, and long-term stability for individuals and families in our community. Contingency Relief Fund'Budget Form Organization Name: Lokahi Treatment Centers Protect Name: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Domestic Violence and Anger Management Treatment Programs in Pa hoa Other Cash Expense Description p p CRF Grant Total Expense Expense Justification Sources Evidence -Based Treatment Curriculum and $ 1,000.00 $ $ 1,000.00 Materials to guide clients through structured recovery Client Workbooks - programs and support measurable progress. Essential for clients to complete program Writing Materials(journals, notebooks ens assignments, practice journaling as part of their and other writing supplies) $ 1,000.00 $ - $ 1,000.00 recovery process, and participate in evidence -based exercises during individual and group sessions to support therapeutic engagement. Urinalysis Testing Supplies and Lab Fees 1 200.00 - 11200.00 Required toxicology testing to monitor sobriety, reinforce accountability, and inform treatment. Portable devices for clients to use during counselor sessions to review/sign assessments, treatment plans, External Computer Tablets $ 500.00 $ - $ 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. Improves client access by reducing call delays, Phone System Upgrade From One to Two Lines $ 1,500.00 $ - $ 1,500.00 enabling simultaneous communication for scheduling and crisis response. Folding Chairs $ 800.00 $ - $ 800.00 Expands seating for group therapy and educational sessions, ensuring safe and inclusive participation. Printer/Fax Machine &Supplies $ 1,000.00 $ - $ 1,000.00 Enables staff to securely print, fax, and copy treatment plans, consent forms, and client materials. Tables $ 500.00 $ - $ 500.00 Provides workspace for group activities, counseling sessions, and client education materials. 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