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Home My WebLink AboutRES 508 Draft 01 2024-2026RESOLUTION NO. 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 HOSPICE OF HILO FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO ITS 22ND ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE. WHEREAS, Hospice of Hilo (doing business as Hawaii Care Choices) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides medical, social, and spiritual services for terminally ill patients at their end of life, as well as providing support to their families and caregivers; and WHEREAS, Hospice of Hilo is requesting funds for expenses related to its 22nd Annual Celebration of Life for portable toilet rentals, sound and stage lighting rentals, DJ services, stage d6cor and Obon tower construction, stage tent rentals, and fire retardant tent rentals, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the interests of culture and the arts, educational concerns, the needs of the poor, youth, aged, and those with physical or emotional disabilities, victims of health or social crises, and the public health and welfare of the people and the environment; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAIJ 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 2 are hereby transferred to the Department of Parks and Recreation to provide a grant to Hospice of Hilo 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: $3,040 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief 1010-51-50302 Department of Parks and Recreation P&R Admin OCE 530115 Misc. Contract Services (Hospice of Hilo — 22nd Annual Celebration of Life) $3,040 $3,040 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 April 20 26 . INTRODUCED BY: C CIL NiFfflBER, COUNTY OF HAWAPI 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 Hawai'i on April 8, 2026 ATTEST 1, V 4,. PVFSIQI'LJG 6,11PF SO -*EFICEJ?, ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX GALIMBA x HUSTACE x INABA x KAGIWADA x K,ANEALI'l-KLEINFELDER x KIERKIEWICZ x KIMBALL x ONISHI x VILLEGAS x 9 0 0 0 Reference: C-810ZCouncil C RESOLUTION NO. 2 43. Project Title EXHIBIT 22nd Annual Celebration of Life 44. Project Start Date 05/24/2026 45. Project End Date 05/24/2026 implemented. -ry — 797-7 wei Relief Funds. Fox= This year, HawaN Care Choices is expecting more than 3,500 attendees at the annual Celebration of Life event at Reeds Bay Beach Park. We anticipate a large increase due to our new outreach strategies and the expansion of our services, which have strengthened our connection with the community. Over the past year, the organization has increased its social media presence to reach younger caregivers supporting their loved ones. Services have also been expanded to North Hawai'i for palliative care. A total of 1,000 lanterns will be available for purchase before the event. These lanterns provide families and individuals with a meaningful way to honor loved ones who have passed. Additional lanterns will be available at the event to ensure anyone who wishes to participate can join the memorial ceremony. The 2026 Obon Season for the entire island will be at this event. Hilo's well-known Bon Dance Club from Meishon Temple will engage the audience with lively and popular Bon Dance selections. There will also be vendors, food trucks, and information booths from various organizations. For 2026, Hawai'i Care Choices will continue to strengthen its collaboration with local businesses and nonprofit partners. These efforts help ensure that the Celebration of Life continues to serve as an opportunity for community outreach, connection, and shared healing for East HawaPi. ^11WIMMYN "'I I I'TC bp�CdL 11 ITIdL LdFC 15 dVdIIdIIC, dCLC5bII'IC, d1II dIdPLdUIC Lit' UICIF -PCISIVIdl IlCtUb. I fie k�e C Life event also helps fill a significant gap in bereavement support, which is typically "onlycovered by insurance for Ity, those who were receiving hospice services, By offering this gathering to the entire community� we ensure that compassionate, no -cost emotional support is available to anyone who needs it. IRMITIII[i Q2 Hospice of Hilo CRF Bud et.xlsx LTM I Fi M i M 1193111MOKI'M iffil"raga r11 __JJjJ Culture and the arts Educational concerns Needs of the poor, youth, the aged, those with physical or emotional disabilities Public health and welfare ofthe people and the environment Victims oyhealth orsocial crises 53. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with the-" Event Attendance: 3,500+ individuals (20% increase from the previous year). Geographic Reach: 15% increase in participants from North Hawai'i. Lantern Purchase: 900-1000 for memorial participation. Awareness of Service: 15% increase in referrals for services. Resource Engagement: 30% increase in online engagement post -event, including social media engagements. Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form Organization Name: Hospice of Hilo Project Name: 22nd Annual Celebration of Life Other Cash Expense Description CRF Grant Total Expense Expense Justification Sources Ensure attendees have safe and accessible $ 700.00 $ $ 700.00 facilities during the event, supporting comfort, Portable Toilet Rentals - hygiene, and a welcoming experience for all participants. Support event programming and cultural Sound and Stage Lighting Rentals with DJ $ 1,000.00 $ $ 1,000.00 performances by providing clear audio and Services - lighting, enabling attendees to fully participate. Enhance the cultural experience of the event Stage D6cor and Obon Tower Design and $ 300.00 $ $ 300.00 and provide meaningful spaces for memorial Construction - and community activities, enriching participant engagement. Provide shelter for performers and activities to $ 600.00 $ $ 600.00 ensure the event can proceed safely and Stage Tent Rental - comfortably for attendees regardless of weather conditions. Create a safe and protected space for event Fire Retardant Tent Rental $ 440.00 $ - $ 440.00 activities, supporting the wellbeing of attendees and performers. Admin/ $ Overhead $ Expenses- $ Max. 10% EXPENSES TOTAL $ 3,040.00 $ -T$ 3,040.00