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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 596 Draft 01 2024-2026 .Jet�Fh,�;:, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I -•. -.'' I I• STATE OF HAWAI`I 1T!p •Nj,� . RESOLUTION NO. 596 26 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 FULL LIFE FOR THE ABLED HAWAI`I ARTISTS ART IMMERSION EXHIBIT. WHEREAS, Full Life is a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower people with developmental disabilities to achieve and enjoy self-determined lives, supporting lifelong belonging and fulfillment within the Hawai`i Island community; and WHEREAS, Full Life is a fiscal sponsor for the Abled Hawai`i Artists (AHA) Art Immersion Exhibit and is requesting funds for Braille and other special print programs, and for American Sign Language interpreters, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting the interests of culture and the arts and the needs of the poor,youth,the aged, and those with physical or emotional disabilities within our County; 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 Hawai`i County Code 1983 (2016 Edition, as amended), Contingency Relief funds from Council District 1 are hereby transferred to the Department of Research and Development to provide a grant to Full Life 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: $5,500 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk-Council SVC—Contingency Relief $5,500 CREDITED TO: 1010-11-16318 Department of Research and Development $5,500 Big Island Film Office—R&D 530115 Misc. Contract Services (Full Life—AHA Art Immersion Exhibit) BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the County Clerk shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the Director of Research and Development 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 July , 20 26. INTRODUCED BY: OUNCIL MEM ER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I COUNTY COUNCIL ROLL CALL VOTE County of Hawaii 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 byte OUNCIL of the KAGIWADA X County of Hawaii on Jul y 8, 2 26 KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X KIERKIEWICZ • X ATTEST: KIMBALL X ONISHI X VILLEGAS X 9 0 0 0 Reference: C—948/Council COUNTY CLERK CHAIRPERSON&PRESIDING OFFICER RESOLUTION NO. S96 26 2 Project Information *38. Project Title EXHIBIT A Abled Hawaii Artists Art Immersion Exhibition 39. Project Start Date 07/01/2026 40. Project End Date 08/02/2026 * 41. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered,delivered,and implemented. South Hilo * 42. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 1 *43. In 2,000 characters or less,describe the project. This exhibition,the largest celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act in Hawaii,will be curated in collaboration with Abled Hawaii Artists(AHA) and feature artists with physical and/or cognitive disabilities from across the islands. For 18 years,AHA has empowered more than 20,000 people by advancing access, recognition, and income for disabled artists.This juried exhibition will present established artists alongside emerging artists mentored by AHA for professional exhibition.The show will be open statewide and will include portraiture exploring disability journeys—spotlighting both contemporary artists and historical figures with disabilities. The Wailoa Center will be transformed into 10 immersive bays, alternating between curated displays and interactive installations that offer sensory experiences that reflect specific disabilities. Planned elements include tactile works for blind and low- vision audiences,vibration-based pieces for Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities, calming low-light spaces for sensory-sensitive visitors,wheelchair-accessible installations, and explorations of mental health and psychiatric disabilities. Curatorial guidance from Halena Kapuni-Reynolds and community partners will support specialized committees for each area.This initiative advances Hawaii Island's Renaissance of Inclusion movement,grounded in the belief that art must be accessible to and reflective of every body and mind. Throughout July, programming will extend beyond the gallery through collaborative art days, nonprofit resource booths,the 19th Annual Art Festival, a "Walk and Talk"dialogue with a historical slideshow, and demonstrations of adaptive techniques. The final week will spotlight Queer Disabled Artists. With nearly one in five adults in Hawaii living with a disability,this exhibition celebrates inclusion, creativity, and opportunity—supporting disabled artists in building sustainable,visible, and thriving careers. *44. 5O1(c)(3) Mission Statement To empower people with developmental disabilities to achieve and enjoy self-determined lives, supporting lifelong belonging and fulfillment within the Hawai'i Island community. *45. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 5O1(c)(3) is connected to the project. Full Life Hawaii serves as the project's 501(c)(3)fiscal sponsor, providing financial oversight, grant compliance, and administrative accountability to ensure funds are managed in alignment with charitable standards.The project is curated and implemented by Abled Hawaii Artists (AHA),whose 18-year history of inclusive exhibitions, mentorship, and disability-centered arts programming forms the foundation of this initiative.AHA leads artist outreach,selection, exhibition design, accessibility integration, public programming, and evaluation. Through this partnership, Full Life Hawai'i ensures fiduciary stewardship, while AHA advances its mission to expand access, recognition, and income for artists with disabilities statewide. *46. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. District 1 -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 Needs of the poor,youth,the aged,those with physical or emotional disabilities * 48. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. Funds will produce measurable access, participation, and economic outcomes aligned with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Access Outcomes: Produce 100+ Braille and large-print programs to ensure equitable access to exhibitions. Provide 40 hours of American Sign Language interpretation (4 key events x 5 hours x 2 interpreters)to guarantee full participation for deaf attendees. Design and implement 6+ accessible exhibition bays at the Wailoa Center, each incorporating disability-responsive design elements (tactile, vibration-based, low-sensory, wheelchair- accessible, and mental health-informed environments).Artist&Economic Outcomes: Exhibit 25+ disabled artists statewide through a juried process. Provide professional mentorship to at least 5 emerging artists. Generate direct artist income through stipends, sales opportunities, and festival participation. Community Impact Outcomes: Engage 400+visitors during the month-long exhibition and public programs. Host 4+ public events, including artist talks and demonstrations. 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