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Home My WebLink AboutRES 431 Draft 01 2024-2026,Vol y� COUNTY OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAI`I ............M RESOLUTION NO. 431 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 NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE KING KAMEHAMEHA DAY CELEBRATION. WHEREAS, North Kohala Community Resource Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide local support, funding, and education for projects that benefit the community of North Kohala; and WHEREAS, North Kohala Community Resource Center is requesting funds for adminstratives fees and the publication of road closure notices for the King Kamehameha Day Celebration, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the culture and the arts; 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 9 are hereby transferred to the Department of Parks and Recreation to provide a grant to North Kohala Community Resource Center 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 ;�:i�7YMJ� • 1010-51-50302 Department of Parks and Recreation $3,000 P&R Admin OCE 530115 Misc. Contract Services (North Kohala Community Resource Center — King Kamehameha 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 7th day of January > 202 _. COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii 1 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 January 7, 2026 ATTEST: INTRODUCED BY; -- O L MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I LERK HAIRPERSON & PRESIDING OFFICER ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX GALIMBA X I-JUSTACE X INABA X KAGIWADA X KANEALI`l-KLEINf ELDER X KIERKIEWICZ X KIMBALL X ON ISI-11 X VILLEGAS X 8 0 1 0 Reference: C-666/Council RESOLUTION NO. AA Project Information * 45. Project Title EXHIBIT A King Kamehameha Day Celebration 46. Project Start Date 06/11/2026 47. Project End Date 06/11/2026 48. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. North Kohala 49. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 9 * 50. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. King Kamehameha Day is a state holiday held annually on June 11, and the North Kohala community takes great pride in celebrating it as the birthplace of King Kamehameha I. Since the early 20th century, a Kamehameha Day Celebration has occurred at the original statue in Kapeau, North Kohala, making this the only celebration held on his birthday. This event is the premier opportunity to honor Hawaiian history, acknowledge the host culture, and preserve and share Kohala's rich cultural heritage. Every year, community members come together to commemorate King Kamehameha's life, beginning with the traditional Hawaiian sunrise protocol and the lei -draping ceremony at the statue. Following this, the royal court and royal societies are welcomed in a walking procession, setting the stage for a floral parade along Akoni Pule Highway, which closes at 9 a.m. for the event. The celebration continues at Kamehameha Park with a vibrant Ho'olaule'a featuring Hawaiian music, local food, arts and crafts, and educational exhibits, uniting residents and visitors in a deeply meaningful cultural experience. Since 1901, volunteers have adorned the original statue with leis, which many Native Hawaiians consider a receptacle of mana, or spiritual power. Today, about 200 mostly Native Hawaiian volunteers help bring this celebration to life, drawing up to 5,000 people from neighboring islands and beyond. For the people of North Kohala, honoring Kamehameha Pai ea —the chief who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1795—is especially significant, as the generational families of the area played a key role in his early life. The community continues this long-standing tradition with a profound sense of pride, responsibility, and reverence for their most famous "son of Kohala." *51. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement To provide local support, funding, and education for projects that benefit the community of North Kohala. * 52. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project. This free community event is a signature project of the North Kohala Community Resource Center (NKCRC), established in 2002. NKCRC's founders recognized the importance of preserving Kamehameha Day as a unifying tradition and ensuring it continues for future generations. Through the dedication of volunteers, the celebration has grown into a widely attended event, drawing up to 5,000 participants from neighboring islands and beyond, providing a meaningful cultural experience that strengthens community connections and honors North Kohala's heritage. * 53. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. KKDC COH D9 BUDGET 09 2025.xisx Public Purpose of Requested Funds Per §2-138 of the HawaPi 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. i 54. 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 55. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. The event is organized to celebrate, honor, preserve, and share North Kohala's cultural heritage, highlighting Hawaiian history and recognizing the host culture. It is designed to engage approximately 5,000 participants through a full day of activities, including the traditional morning protocol at the statue, a floral parade along Akoni Pule Highway, and a Ho'olaule'a featuring music, local foods, arts and crafts, and educational exhibits. The event will involve at least 200 community volunteers, fostering civic engagement and cultural participation. The effectiveness of the event will be measured by the successful execution of all planned activities and festivities. Attendance will be tracked using various methods, including crowd -counting clickers, to quantify participation by residents and visitors. These measures will help ensure that the event continues to serve as a meaningful cultural celebration, strengthening community connections and preserving North Kohala's heritage for future generations. Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form Organization Name: North Kohala Community Resource Center (NKCRC) Project Name: King Kamehameha Day Celebration Expense Description CRF Grant Other CashSources Total Expense Expense Justification Publishing for Public Notice of Road Closure $ 2,760.00 $ $ 2,760.00 Notifies the public of Akoni Pule Highway closure to ensure safe participation in the floral parade and facilitate community engagement in this cultural celebration. AdmFiscal Overliead Overhead NKCRC Fee $ 240.00 $ $ 240.00 sponsorship and administrative support through NKCRC to ensure proper management of public funds. Expenses- $ - EXPENSES TOTAL $ 3,000.00 1 $ - $ 3,000.00