HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 581 Draft 01 2024-2026COUNTY OF HAWAII
STATE OF HAWAI`I
RESOLUTION NO. --SISJL 2f�
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 HALE MUA
CULTURAL GROUP TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE 2026 KING
KAMEHAMEHA DAY CELEBRATION PARADE AND HO`OLAULE`A.
WHEREAS, Hale Mua Cultural Group (HMCG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
dedicated to preserving and perpetuating Native Hawaiian culture and collaborating with groups
that restore and maintain historical sites and offer educational programs; and
WHEREAS, HMCG is requesting funds to assist with expenses for special off -duty
police officers and sound system rental, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting,
improving, or promoting the interests of 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 8 are hereby transferred to the
Department of Liquor Control to provide a grant to Hale Mua Cultural Group 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: $5,300
OUT AND FROM:
1010-11-10191 Clerk -Council SVC — Contingency Relief $5,300
CREDITED TO:
1010-21-25139 Department of Liquor Control $5,300
Public Programs
530115 Misc. Contract Services
(HMCG — 2026 King Kamehameha Day Celebration
Parade and Ho`olaule`a)
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this
resolution to the Director of Liquor Control 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 3rd day of June , 20 26.
INTRODUCED BY:
COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I
COUNTY COUNCIL ROLL CALL VOTE
County of Hawai`i AYES NOES ABS EX
Hilo, Hawai`i GALIMBA X
HUSTACE X
I hereby certify that the foregoing RESOLUTION was by INABA X
the vote indicated to the right hereof ado ted b the COUNCIL of the
County of Hawai`i on June 3�, 2026 KAGIWADA X
KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X
KIERKIEWICZ X
ATTEST: KIMBALL X
ONISHI X
VILLEGAS X
8 0 1 0
.( 1-4egUvZ Reference: C-919/Council
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Project Information
* 38. Project Title EXHIBIT A
2026 King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade and Ho'olaule'a
39. Project Start Date
06/06/2026
40. Project End Date
06/06/2026
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41. Please select all areas of Hawai'i Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and
implemented.
North Kona
42. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency
Relief Funds.
Council District 8
* 43. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project.
This celebration honors HawaiTs first monarch, King Kamehameha I, on June 6, 2026, with a festive, traditional, and
cultural event. Festivities begin with a pa'u workshop on May 9 at Mahealani Ranch. Past pa'u queens and princesses
instruct new participants in the parade, demonstrating riding and protocol, and conclude with an equestrian session.
On June 6, the parade moves along Kuakini Highway toward AM Drive through Historic Kailua Village, showcasing the
Royal Court, traditional regalia, and the Royal Order of Kamehameha, presenting chants and ho'okupu. The Daughters
of Hawai'i and pa'u units represent each island. After the parade, the Hdolaule'a celebration at 11 A.M. on the Hulihe'e
Palace grounds features musicians, hula, and a craft fair. Residents from Historic Kailua Village participate, highlighting
place -based education.
*44. 501(c)(3) Mission Statement
Dedicated to preserving and perpetuating Native Hawaiian culture and collaborating with groups that restore and
maintain historical sites and offer educational programs.
* 45. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 501(c)(3) is connected to the project.
Hale Mua Cultural Group (HMCG), a Kona -based nonprofit established in 1997, acts as the fiscal sponsor for the
festival events and has done so for over a decade. Parade committee members and HMCG Officers work together each
year to plan and administer the King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade and Ho'olaule'a. They maintain Native
Hawaiian protocols and traditions and promote the Aloha Spirit as part of their values.
* 46. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form.
CRF Budget Form.xlsx
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.
47. 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
48. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these
funds.
The event benefits residents in many ways, including economically. It instills the idea that the environment, "'aina," is
precious and must be protected, connecting people to culture and land. The program encourages native people to
gather for this event, celebrating one another and their history. The organization continues sustainable goals by
sharing Native Hawaiian practices, traditions, language, dance, music, crafts, chants, and pa'u history with residents
and visitors. The program models responsible tourism and attracts a growing audience each year. Economic benefits to
the community are significant. Advertising increases attendance from the mainland and abroad. The organization
tracks growth with audience surveys and destination zip codes. Key goals include fair economic outcomes for residents
working in restaurants, hotels, shops, and markets, as well as in advertising companies. Local hotels have seen
increased bookings since visitors plan vacations around this event. Jobs in hospitality, retail, and markets increase
during the slower period before June 11, boosting sales. Native Hawaiian practitioners participate through pa'u units,
with entry floats receiving reimbursements and income. Stipends for parade security, marshals, practitioners,
exhibitors, and advertising have grown. Business supporters gain exposure with advertising in posters, radio, and
television.
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