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Home My WebLink AboutRES 585 Draft 01 2024-2026 MjY0 , COUNTY OF HAWAI`I • 6� _ 1 •.: STATE OF HAWAI`I RESOLUTION NO. 585 ZG 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 THE DANIEL R. SAYRE MEMORIAL FOUNDATION TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT FOR THE MAKALEI AND KAILUA FIRE STATIONS. • WHEREAS,the Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide fire, emergency, and rescue equipment and supplies to the Hawaii Fire Department; and WHEREAS, the Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation is requesting funds to purchase equipment and cover related expenses for the Hawaii Fire Department's Makalei and Kailua fire stations, including a chest freezer,picnic table, gazebo, shipping costs, string trimmer,hedge trimmer attachment, lawn mower, headsets, buoy systems, and grant administration,which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the interests of public health and welfare of the people and the environment;now,therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII 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 Hawaii Fire Department to provide a grant to the Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation 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: $12,930 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk-Council SVC—Contingency Relief $12,930 CREDITED TO: 1010-21-62102 Hawaii Fire Department $12,930 . Fire Operations OCE 530115 Misc. Contract Services (Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation—Equipment Purchase for the Makalei and Kailua Fire Stations) BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the Fire Chief 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 adopted by the COUNCIL of the KAGIWADA X County of Hawaii on June 3, 2026 KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X KIERKIEWICZ X ATTEST: KIMBALL X ONISHI X VILLEGAS X 8 0 1 0 Reference: C-925/Council CO • CL HAIRPERSON&PRESIDING OFFICER RESOLUTION NO. 5_6 2 Project Information * 37. Project Title EXHIBIT A Equipment for the Kailua and Makalei Fire Stations 38. Project Start Date **SKIPPED** 39. Project End Date **SKIPPED** 40. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered, delivered, and implemented. North Kona * 41. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 8 *42. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. This project seeks grant support to provide equipment for the Hawaii Fire Department's Makalei and Kailua Fire Stations in West Hawari, enabling fire suppression, emergency response, training, and station operations. These enhancements will further safeguard public health by promoting faster, more effective emergency responses and supporting safer community outcomes. For the Makalei Fire Station, the project includes tools and equipment to help eliminate fire fuel around the station and the properties it protects, thereby reducing fire risks and protecting public health. Equipment such as a string trimmer and lawn mower will help keep the area safer. The project also includes an outdoor gazebo to provide an additional venue for training, studying, and other station -related activities that support emergency preparedness and public wellness. A freezer will also be provided to support emergency rescue and EMS, ensuring immediate access to ice for ambulance operations, and contributing to improved public health outcomes. For the Kailua Fire Station, the project includes headsets to improve communication during emergency response, supporting timely and effective care for public health situations. The project also includes a buoy system to support rescue and emergency operations, directly enhancing residents' health and safety. This grant will directly enhance operational readiness, safety, training, and emergency response support at both fire stations, enabling them to better serve the West Hawari community. *43. 5O1(c)(3) Mission Statement The mission of the Daniel R. Sayre is to save lives by providing our first responders with the equipment and training that they need to provide their services efficiently and safely. * 44. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 5O1(c)(3) is connected to the project. For the past 28 1/2 years, the Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation has worked hand in hand with the County of Hawari and the community to enhance the equipment and training of the Hawari Fire Department. Through its longstanding support of Hawari Island first responders, the Foundation has helped provide resources that improve firefighter safety, emergency response capabilities, and public service operations. Makalei Fire Station and Kailua Fire Station both have equipment and operational needs that the Foundation wishes to help address through this project. The requested equipment will support fire suppression efforts, training activities, emergency response functions, communication needs, and rescue and EMS missions that directly benefit the West Hawari community. * 45. 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. 46. 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 47. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. With equipment purchased with these funds, the Makalei Fire Station will be better equipped to help prevent and reduce grass fire risks through vegetation and fire -fuel management around the station and on surrounding properties, supporting air quality and public health. The station will have immediate access to ice for rescue and EMS missions involving their new ambulance, helping improve emergency response readiness and health outcomes. The outdoor gazebo will provide space for firefighter training, studying, and station -related activities, supporting overall wellness and preparedness. The Kailua Fire Station will benefit from improved communication support through headsets for emergency response activities, facilitating protection of public health during critical incidents. The buoy system will also support rescue and emergency operations, helping safeguard the health and safety of community members. Overall, the project aims to improve operational readiness, support firefighter training and emergency response capabilities, and enhance both stations' ability to protect public health and serve the West Hawaii community. Contingency Relief Fund Budget Form Organization Name: Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation Project Name: Equipment for the Kailua and Makalei Fire Stations Expense Description CRF Grant Other Cash Total Expense Expense Justification Sources Provide immediate access to ice for emergency 25 cu. ft. Garage Ready Chest Freezer $ 1,198.00 $ - $ 1,198.00 services at Makalei Fire Station, supporting response readiness and public health. 6 ft Folding Picnic Table $ 272.00 $ - $ 272.00 Support firefighter training and station activities that enhance emergency services and public safety. Outdoor space for firefighter training and station 12' x 14' Gazebo with Aluminum Roof $ 1,851.00 $ - $ 1,851.00 activities that support emergency preparedness and public safety. Deliver project equipment that supports fire Shipping Fees $ 377.00 $ - $ 377.00 suppression, emergency response, rescue operations, and firefighter training. Brushless Cordless Battery Powered String $ 410.00 $ - 00 $ 410.prevent Reduce fire fuel around Makalei Fire Station to help Trimmer grass fires and protect public safety. Hedge Trimmer Attachment g $ 199.00 $ _ $ 199.00 Reduce fire fuel around Makalei Fire Station to help prevent grass fires and protect public safety. Self -Propelled Lawn Mower p $ 716.00 $ _ $ 716.00 Reduce fire fuel around Makalei Fire Station to help prevent grass fires and protect public safety. 25 x Two Wire Surveillance Headsets $ 732.00 $ - $ 732.00 Improve emergency response communication at Kailua Fire Station to support public safety. 2 Buoy Systems $ 6,000.00 $ - $ 6,000.00 Support emergency response operations that protect the health and safety of the community. Admin/Overhead Expenses - Max. 10% of $ _ request: Grant Administration $ 1,175.00 $ - $ 1,175.00 Ensure proper oversight and implementation of public safety equipment purchases. EXPENSES TOTAL $ 12,930.00 $ - $ 12,930.00