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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2026-04-22 2024-2026 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM HOLEKA GORO INABA tY OF p MICHELLE M. GALIMBA oN.• �`� Chair&Presiding Officer �?•' �, JAMES E. HUSTACE JENN KAGIWADA DENNIS"FRESH"ONISHI `: °` MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER Vice Chair — ASHLEY L.KIERKIEWICZ o=— �),��f MTMQ:�p� OF NF' HEATHER L.KIMBALL REBECCA VILLEGAS COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hawai`i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 37th Session West Hawaii Civic Center 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A Kailua-Kona, Hawaii April 22, 2026 9:00 a.m. Notice is hereby given that the Hawaii County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive conference technology (ICT)pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be participating via ICT at the: • Hilo Council Chambers,Hawaii County Building,25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401 Members of the public may also attend from this location. Public attendance via Courtesy is available at the following locations: • Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle; • Pahoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pahoa Village Road; and • Waimea Council Office,Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109. If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted,the scheduled meeting will continue. Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call(808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon, Tuesday, April 21,2026. Submitting Written Testimony: To ensure timely delivery to Council Members prior to the meeting,written testimony must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon on Tuesday,April 21,2026,by: (1) email to counciltestimony@hawaiicounty.gov; (2) facsimile to (808) 961-8912; or(3)mail to the County Clerk's Office in Hilo at 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720. All written testimony,regardless of time of receipt,will be made part of the permanent record. Please submit separate testimony for each item. Hawai`i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 INVOCATION Pastor Jason Meechan of Kona Faith Center ORDER OF BUSINESS CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT,AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS Pursuant to HRS §92-3, oral testimony may be provided entirely at the beginning of the meeting, or immediately preceding the agenda item being opened for deliberation by the Council. (NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR) APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 4, 2026 REPORTS GOEAC-108 NOMINATION OF JAMES J. CHRISTEN TO THE COST OF GOVERNMENT (Comm. 800): COMMISSION Requires Council Confirmation by: April 29, 2026 (Section 13-4(k), Hawai`i County Charter) GOEAC-109 NOMINATION OF JOSHUA "ONIPA`A"ALU TO THE COST OF (Comm. 801): GOVERNMENT COMMISSION Requires Council Confirmation by: May 1, 2026 (Section 13-4(k), Hawai`i County Charter) Page 2 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 GOEAC-110 NOMINATION OF ROBERT D. YAGI TO THE BOARD OF ETHICS (Comm. 802): Requires Council Confirmation by: April 29, 2026 (Section 134(k), Hawai`i County Charter) GOEAC-111 NOMINATION OF KAPONO KUIKAHI TO THE GAME MANAGEMENT (Comm. 803): ADVISORY COMMISSION Requires Council Confirmation by: April 29, 2026 (Section 134(k), Hawai`i County Charter) GOEAC-112 NOMINATION OF PAUL MONTZ TO THE WINDWARD PLANNING (Comm. 804): COMMISSION Requires Council Confirmation by: April 29, 2026 (Section 134(k), Hawai`i County Charter) GOEAC-113 NOMINATION OF DANIEL "NIEL" THOMAS TO THE MERIT APPEALS (Comm. 805): BOARD Requires Council Confirmation by: April 29, 2026 (Section 134(k), Hawai`i County Charter) ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 475-26: AUTHORIZES AND DIRECTS THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO (Draft 2) NEGOTIATE THE DISPOSITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY BY LEASE TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS FOR PERMANENT HOUSING PURPOSES Authorizes the negotiation of six one-year leases with four one-year renewal options at an approximate annual cost of$10 for six residential properties to be used as long-term permanent housing for underserved populations. Reference: Comm. 744.4 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-136 Page 3 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 494-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR REAL PROPERTY TO BE USED BY THE HAWAI`I FIRE DEPARTMENT Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with Maui Varieties Investments, Inc., with an estimated cost of$2,547.23 per month, for two units located at 95-1163 Ka`alaiki Road. Reference: Comm. 786 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-137 Res. 495-26: AUTHORIZES THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO AWARD FUNDS FOR THE KILAUEA RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM Provides $501,100 in grant funds to various nonprofit organizations to provide relief, recovery, mitigation, and long-term resilience for disaster damages, losses, and suffering caused by the 2018 Kilauea eruption. Reference: Comm. 787 Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz Approve: FC-138 Res. 496-26: ACCEPTS A DONATION OF GRANT FUNDS AND OTHER IN-KIND DONATIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FOR THE LINCOLN PARK TENNIS COURTS AND EDITH KANAKA`OLE MULTI-PURPOSE STADIUM The donation from the United States Tennis Association has an estimated value of $160,000. Reference: Comm. 788 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-139 Page 4 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 497-26: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT TO RECEIVE GRANTS FOR ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS IN THE 2026 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Allows for the receipt of$2,970,000 in federally derived funds to be used for activities and projects in the 2026 Annual Action Plan. Reference: Comm. 792 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R) Approve: GOEAC-114 Res. 498-26: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I, OFFICE OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, TO RECEIVE A GRANT FOR THE 34 RAINBOW DRIVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROPOSAL TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Allows for the receipt of$1,000,000 in federally derived funds to be used for the planning and engineering design for roadways and utility improvements to interior areas. Reference: Comm. 793 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R) Approve: GOEAC-115 Res. 499-26: AUTHORIZES AND DIRECTS THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXCHANGE REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS PORTIONS OF TAX MAP KEY: 2-8-010:999, SITUATED AT HONOMU, SOUTH HILO, FOR PUBLIC ROADWAY AND PUBLIC ACCESS PURPOSES The County seeks the exchange of property with the Stella May Swain Trust to align and straighten Wailele Road and ensure public access to the Hilo Forest Reserve. Reference: Comm. 794 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R) Approve: LAAC-36 Page 5 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 500-26: URGES THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO AWARD A GRANT TO MAKAHANALOA FISHING ASSOCIATION FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF CERTAIN PUBLIC ACCESS EASEMENTS IN PEPE`EKEO Reference: Comm. 795 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball Approve: LAAC-37 Res. 504-26: REQUESTS THE STATE OF HAWAI`I, BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, TO RENAME KOLEKOLE GULCH PARK AS "KOLEKOLE PARK" Reference: Comm. 799 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball Approve: GOEAC-116 Res. 513-26: AUTHORIZES THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO ENTER INTO NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF CONSERVATION EASEMENTS FOR ALL OR A PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES IDENTIFIED AS TAX MAP KEYS: 5-2-009:025 AND 026, ALSO KNOWN AS THE KEALOHA FAMILY LO`I, SITUATED IN THE AHUPUA`A OF NIULI`I, DISTRICT OF NORTH KOHALA, UTILIZING THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION FUND The County seeks to acquire approximately 2.39 acres of land to protect and preserve cultural and natural resources and open certain areas of the property for education, gathering, and cultural practices. The parcel is listed as priority number two in the 2025 Annual Report of the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Commission. Reference: Comm. 815 Intr. by: Council Member Hustace Approve: LAAC-38 Page 6 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 519-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE 2026 HILO LEI DAY FESTIVAL Transfers $2,700 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 826 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada Res. 520-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE GG FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS 2026 EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA Transfers $1,100 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 827 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada Res. 521-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE PAHOA LAVA ZONE MUSEUM FOR THE 2026 ACTIVATE PUNA TOWN PARTY AND BENEFIT CONCERT Transfers $9,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 828 Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz Page 7 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 522-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FULL LIFE FOR THE ABLED HAWAI`I ARTISTS ART IMMERSION EXHIBITION Transfers $1,975 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 829 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 523-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO WAIAKEAWAENA SCHOOL PTA FOR WAIAKEAWAENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S MAY 2026 CELEBRATIONS Transfers $897 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 830 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 524-26: ACCEPTS A DONATION OF AN INDUSTRIAL DISHWASHER AND DISH COLLECTION BIN FOR THE HO`I RETURNABLE DISH PROGRAM TO BE USED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT The donation from Perpetual Use Inc. has a total estimated value of$248,571. Reference: Comm. 831 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R) Waived: FC Page 8 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 525-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO RETURN GRANT FUNDS PREVIOUSLY AWARDED BY RESOLUTION NO. 468-26, Draft 2 Transfers $2,000 from the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account and returns funds to the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account. Reference: Comm. 832 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Res. 526-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR ONE MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINE TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY AUDITOR Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an estimated annual cost of$2,000, to be used by department personnel in Hilo. Reference: Comm. 833 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Res. 527-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE GG FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 2026 EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA Transfers $2,300 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 834 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Page 9 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 528-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOSPICE OF HILO TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS 22ND ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE Transfers $1,400 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 835 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Res. 529-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO D.A.R.E. HAWAI`I TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE 2026 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN WEST HAWAI`I Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 836 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba Res. 530-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HO`OULU-LAHUI FOR THE NIU OLA PROJECT Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 837 Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz Page 10 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 531-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO D.A.R.E. HAWAI`I TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 2026 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN WEST HAWAI`I Transfers $4,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 838 Intr. by: Council Member Villegas Res. 532-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO D.A.R.E. HAWAI`I TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS 2026 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN EAST HAWAI`I Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 839 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada Res. 533-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP FOR THE 2026 HILO LEI DAY FESTIVAL AT KALAKAUA PARK Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 840 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball Page 11 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 534-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A SUPPLEMENTAL GRANT TO KU`IKAHI MEDIATION CENTER INC. FOR ITS "FINDING SOLUTIONS, GROWING PEACE" BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES Transfers $3,200 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 841 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball Res. 535-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO D.A.R.E. HAWAI`I FOR THE 2026 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN EAST HAWAI`I Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 842 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball Res. 536-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO D.A.R.E. HAWAI`I FOR THE 2026 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN EAST HAWAI`I Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 843 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Page 12 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 537-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE GG FOUNDATION FOR THE 2026 EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 844 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 538-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KEAUKAHA ONE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR ITS COMMUNITY HUB ACTIVATION Transfers $2,275 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 845 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 539-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO MX808 ASSOCIATION FOR MOTOCROSS TRACK IMPROVEMENTS AT THE HILO DRAG STRIP Transfers $2,800 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 846 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Page 13 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 540-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE HAWAI`I POLICE DEPARTMENT TO PURCHASE MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT FOR USE BY COMMUNITY POLICING AND HI-PAL Transfers $4,796.32 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Police Department, HI-PAL Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 847 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 541-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO D.A.R.E. HAWAI`I FOR ITS 2026 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN WEST HAWAI`I Transfers $606 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 848 Intr. by: Council Member Galimba Res. 542-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO SOUTH HAWAI`I SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FOR A SUSTAINABLE ORCHESTRA IN KA`U Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 849 Intr. by: Council Member Galimba Page 14 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Res. 543-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF THE FUTURE TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE NORTH KOHALA TOOL LIBRARY Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Business Development account. Reference: Comm. 850 Intr. by: Council Member Hustace BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) Bill 144: ADOPTS A PAY PLAN FOR PERSONS EMPLOYED BY THE COUNTY OTHER THAN THOSE WHOSE PAY IS OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, DESIGNATING PAYROLL PERIODS, PAY DAYS, PRESCRIBING REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO OFFICIAL FIDELITY BONDS, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 25-39 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO, SAID ORDINANCE TO BE KNOWN AS THE SALARY ORDINANCE OF 2026 Establishes rates of compensation for appointed employees in the Legislative Branch and the Office of Housing and Community Development, the County Physician, Student Helpers, and Senior Community Services Aids for various County agencies. Reference: Comm. 789 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-140 Bill 145: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 25-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2026 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—Housing Choice Voucher Program account($1,000,000); and appropriates the same to the Choice Voucher Rental Subsidies account. Reference: Comm. 790 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-141 Page 15 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Bill 146: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 25-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2026 Increases revenues in the State Grants—Transit-Oriented Development Capital Improvement Program for 34 Rainbow Affordable Housing Project account ($1,000,000); and appropriates the same to the Transit-Oriented Development Capital Improvement Program for 34 Rainbow Affordable Housing Project account. Reference: Comm. 791 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-142 Bill 149: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 25-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2026 Appropriates revenues in the Parks and Recreation Miscellaneous Contributions account($160,000); and appropriates the same to the United States Tennis Association Tennis Court Resurfacing and Installation of SmartAccess System account. Funds would be used to resurface a tennis court and install a SmartAccess system. Reference: Comm. 822 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING) Bill 137: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-22 (PUNA DISTRICT ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL—20 ACRES (A-20a) TO FAMILY AGRICULTURAL— 1 ACRE (FA-la) AT `OLA`A, PUNA, HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 1-7-016:010 (Applicant: Benjamin and Olimpia Love) (Area: 5.79 Acres) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this requested change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property into five lots. The property is located at 17-4050 Kua`aina Road. Reference: Comm. 760 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R) First Reading: April 8, 2026 Page 16 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Bill 138: AMENDS CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 1, SECTION 15-20, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY IN COUNTY PARK AREAS Prohibits the issuance of permits, licenses, or other authorizations for commercial activity within Kohanaiki Beach Park. Reference: Comm. 761 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba First Reading: April 8, 2026 Bill 139: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 25-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2026 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—Benefits Enrollment Center— National Council on Aging account($150,000); and appropriates the same to the Benefits Enrollment Center—National Council on Aging account. Funds would be used to help enroll Medicare beneficiaries who have limited income and resources to access available benefits. Reference: Comm. 769 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: April 8, 2026 Bill 140: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 25-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2026 Appropriates revenues in the following accounts: Housing Choice Voucher— Dolphin Bay ($23,912), Dolphin Bay Rental Income ($50,000), Department Charges ($176,610), and Sundry Revenues Current—Dolphin Bay ($8); and appropriates the same to the Housing Dolphin Bay accounts: Other Current Expenses ($243,986) and Equipment($6,700). Funds would be used for operating and maintenance activities. Reference: Comm. 770 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: April 8, 2026 Page 17 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 Bill 141: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 25-45, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Appropriates revenues in the following accounts: Hale Kikaha Rental Income ($36,000), Department Charges ($110,000), and Sundry Revenues Current—Hale Kikaha($18); and appropriates the same to the Housing Hale Kikaha accounts: Other Current Expenses ($139,298) and Equipment($6,720). Funds would be used for operating and maintenance activities. Reference: Comm. 771 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: April 8, 2026 and Comm. 771.1: From Housing Administrator Kehaulani M. Costa, dated March 20, 2026, transmitting information regarding Bill 141. Bill 142: AMENDS CHAPTER 14 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ADOPT-A-COUNTY-STREET PROGRAM Establishes an Adopt-A-County-Street program in partnership with the Department of Public Works to enable volunteers to assist in maintaining clean and safe County streets, roadways, and right-of-ways. Reference: Comm. 772 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba First Reading: April 8, 2026 REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION Comm. 820: JUSTIN ARNOLD, ET AL. V. COUNTY OF HAWAI`I CIVIL NO. 26-00064- SASP-RT From Deputy Corporation Counsel Steven K. Idemoto dated April 2, 2026, requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council regarding the above-entitled matter filed by Kevin Gerald O'Grady and Alan Alexander Beck, Esquires, on behalf of their clients Justin Arnold, Bryan Garland, James Grell, and Andrew White. Page 18 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matter, pursuant to Section 92-5(a)(4), for the purpose of consulting with Council's attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the Council's powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities. A 2/3 vote pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes, Section 92-4, and Rule Nos. 2 and 10 of the Rules of Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an executive meeting. OTHER BUSINESS (Including but not limited to reconsideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.) Comm. 711.11: MAYOR'S VETO MESSAGE REGARDING BILL 127, DRAFT 3, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONSTRUCTION CODE COMMISSION From Mayor C. Kimo Alameda, dated April 2, 2026, returning Bill 127, Draft 3, and stating his reason for disapproval. ; and Comm. 711.12: REQUEST TO RECONSIDER BILL 127, DRAFT 3, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONSTRUCTION CODE COMMISSION From Council Members Ashley L. Kierkiewicz and James E. Hustace, dated April 6, 2026, requesting that Bill 127, Draft 3, be placed on the April 22, 2026, Council agenda for reconsideration and a potential override of the Mayor's disapproval. ; and Bill 127: AMENDS CHAPTER 5 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 (Draft 3) EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONSTRUCTION CODE COMMISSION Establishes a construction code commission to advise the Mayor, County Council, and Director of Public Works on the adoption, updating, amendment, and interpretation of the County construction codes. Reference: Comm. 711.6 Intr. by: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Hustace First Reading: February 18, 2026 Second Reading: March 4, 2026 Mayor Veto: April 2, 2026 Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire membership to override the Mayor's veto, pursuant to Section 3-12, Hawaii County Charter ANNOUNCEMENTS Page 19 Hawaii County Clerk 04/16/2026 09:12:29 AM Hawaii County Council-37 April 22,2026 ADJOURNMENT Note: B/R, when listed next to the name of an Introducer, signifies that the Council Member has agreed to introduce legislation`By Request" on behalf of the requesting party. It does not necessarily signify support of or opposition to the proposal. Live Stream of County Council Meetings: To view the live stream of this meeting, at the scheduled meeting start time, type the following into the address bar of the browser: http://hawaiicounty.granicus.comNiewPublisher.php?view id=1. Please call (808) 961-8255 if the Council's streaming location is not functioning. 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