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COUNTY COUNCIL
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Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
48th Session
Hawaii County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii
September 2, 2026
9:00 a.m.
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Hawaii County Council-48 September 2,2026
INVOCATION Rimban Kazunori Takahashi of Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin
ORDER OF BUSINESS
CALL TO ORDER 9:03 a.m.
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 July 23, 2025—APPROVED
May 21, 2026—APPROVED
June 3, 2026—APPROVED
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm. 1001: NOMINATION OF JAYLYN BRENDLEN TO THE PUNA COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT PLAN ACTION COMMITTEE
From Mayor C. Kimo Alameda, dated July 28, 2026, requesting the Council's
review and confirmation.
Waived: GOEAC (Comm. 1001.1)
Requires Council
Confirmation by: September 10, 2026 (Section 13-4(k),
Hawai`i County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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Comm. 1002: NOMINATION OF GARY ROSENBERG TO THE PUNA COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT PLAN ACTION COMMITTEE
From Mayor C. Kimo Alameda, dated July 28, 2026, requesting the Council's
review and confirmation.
Waived: GOEAC (Comm. 1002.1)
Requires Council
Confirmation by: September 10, 2026 (Section 13-4(k),
Hawai`i County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Comm. 1032: NOMINATION OF GRACE REINHARD TO THE TAX BOARD OF REVIEW
From Mayor C. Kimo Alameda, dated July 31, 2026, requesting the Council's
review and confirmation.
Waived: GOEAC (Comm. 1032.1)
Requires Council
Confirmation by: September 13, 2026 (Section 13-4(k),
Hawai`i County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
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ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 609-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS FOR
THE FUNDING OF COST ITEMS ASSOCIATED WITH THE HAWAI`I
GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION, BARGAINING UNIT 15, FOR
THE CONTRACT PERIOD BEGINNING DULY 1, 2025, AND ENDING
JUNE 30, 2029
The estimated costs over the four years of the new contract resulting from lump-
sum payments, across-the-board increases, and step movements would be
$1,819,315.
Reference: Comm. 971
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-162
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 610-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH MRI
SOFTWARE LLC FOR PHA PRO SOFTWARE AND RELATED SERVICES
TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year agreement with an approximate
annual cost of$55,593 for the first year and increasing thereafter to provide
software licensing and other related services to be used by the department to meet
program requirements and efficiently document communications with applicants,
participants, and vendors.
Reference: Comm. 972
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-163
(Vote on Res. 610-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder and
Kierkiewicz—2.
Excused: None.
Res. 611-26: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I, DEPARTMENT OF THE
ATTORNEY GENERAL, TO RECEIVE A GRANT FOR THE HAWAI`I
POLICE DE-ESCALATION TRAINING PROJECT
Allows for the receipt of$129,033 in federally-derived funds to be used to conduct
Verbal Judo de-escalation training for law enforcement.
Reference: Comm. 973
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-164
Companion: Bill177
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 612-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS FROM LATER FISCAL YEARS
TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT FOR ONLINE LEGAL
RESEARCH SERVICES AND LEGAL PRINT RESOURCES FOR THE OFFICE
OF THE CORPORATION COUNSEL
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year agreement with an approximate
monthly cost of$13,522.08 until December 31, 2026, and then $14,245 per month
until the end of year one, with an increase of seven percent per year thereafter for
proprietary software and other services.
Reference: Comm. 975
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-165
(Vote on Res. 612-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 614-26: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE,
OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS, TO RECEIVE A GRANT TO PURCHASE
TWO HANDHELD MASS SPECTROMETERS FOR THE HAWAI`I POLICE
DEPARTMENT
The handheld mass spectrometers will be used to identify low concentrations or
trace amounts of illicit substances, specifically fentanyl, for law enforcement
purposes.
Reference: Comm. 980
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R)
Approve: GOEAC-151
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 615-26: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I, DEPARTMENT OF THE
ATTORNEY GENERAL, TO RECEIVE A GRANT FOR THE DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE PROSECUTION PROJECT
Funds will be used to partially fund one deputy prosecuting attorney position
focused on misdemeanor domestic violence and protective order crimes in which
the victim is an adult woman.
Reference: Comm. 981
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R)
Approve: GOEAC-152
(Vote on Res. 615-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 616-26: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I, DEPARTMENT OF
HEALTH, FOR THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF TWO
NALOXONE NASAL SPRAY DISTRIBUTION BOXES
The distribution boxes will be installed at the Hilo County Building and the West
Hawaii Civic Center in Kona and maintained by the Mayor's Office.
Reference: Comm. 982
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada(B/R)
Approve: GOEAC-153
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 617-26: APPROVES THE NOMINATIONS MADE BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
OF THE HAWAI`I STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES FOR THE
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (NACo) BOARD OF DIRECTORS
AND THE WESTERN INTERSTATE REGION(WIR) BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Requests the Council's approval of the following slates of officers: NACo—
KipuKai Kuali`i, Kauai County and Tommy Waters, City and County of Honolulu;
and WIR— Shane Sinenci, Maui County and Arryl Kaneshiro, Kauai County.
Reference: Comm. 983
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
Approve: GOEAC-154
(Vote on Res. 617-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 627-26: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI`I, DEPARTMENT OF LAND
AND NATURAL RESOURCES, TO RECEIVE A GRANT FOR FOUR
ATTENDEES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF
PRESERVATION COMMISSIONS FORUM 2026
Allows for the receipt of$20,192 in federally-derived funds to cover travel stipends
for two staff members from the Planning Department and two Cultural Resource
Commissioners.
Reference: Comm. 994
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-166
Companion: Bill180
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 633-26: 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-FIN FOUNDATION FOR
ITS KONA CAT COMMONS SANCTUARY PROJECT
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1007
Intr. by: Council Member Galimba
(Vote on Res. 633-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, and Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Villegas— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 634-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO OCEAN VIEW SKATEPARK
ASSOCIATION FOR ITS SKATE SNAX PROGRAM
Transfers $4,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1008
Intr. by: Council Member Galimba
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 (see Communication No. 1008.1) AND ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 635-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KU`IKAHI MEDIATION
CENTER INC. FOR ITS BASIC MEDIATION TRAINING
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1009
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada
(Vote on Res. 635-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 636-26: 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 FRIENDS OF FIRST
RESPONDERS FOR ITS 2026 ROBUST CONFERENCE
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1010
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 637-26: 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 PALACE
THEATER FOR ITS COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS PROGRAM
Transfers $3,576 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1011
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada
(Vote on Res. 637-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 638-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KALAMAPI`I PLAY SCHOOL
FOR ENHANCING CAMPUS GREEN SPACE
Transfers $4,750 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1012
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 639-26: 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 PALACE
THEATER FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS COMMUNITY
CONNECTIONS PROGRAM—PUZZLIN' AT THE PALACE EVENT
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1013
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
(Vote on Res. 639-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 640-26: 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 EXPENSES RELATING TO
THE 12TH ANNUAL HAWAI`I ISLAND ALL NATIONS POWWOW
Transfers $3,800 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1014
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 641-26: 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 KELI`IPIO-KUAMO`O
FOUNDATION, INC., FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO A KIPAEPAE
CEREMONY HONORING THE PRESERVATION OF HONOLULU LANDING
Transfers $1,250 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1015
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
(Vote on Res. 641-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 642-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAMAKUA HEALTH
CENTER, INC., FOR THE 2026 PA`AUILO CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1016
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 643-26: 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 SHAC FOUNDATION
FOR THE `ULU HO`OLAULE`A 2026
Transfers $6,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1017
Intr. by: Council Member Villegas
(Vote on Res. 643-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 644-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR A
MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINE TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF
SUSTAINABILITY, CLIMATE, EQUITY, AND RESILIENCE
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an estimated
monthly cost of$229.
Reference: Comm. 1018
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 647-26: 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 FRIENDS OF THE
PALACE THEATER FOR ITS COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS FALL
MUSICAL
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Big Island Film Office account.
Reference: Comm. 1027
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
(Vote on Res. 647-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 648-26: 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 EXPENSES RELATING TO
THE 12TH ANNUAL HAWAI`I ISLAND ALL NATIONS POWWOW
Transfers $900 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1028
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 649-26: 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 D-FIN FOUNDATION
FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE KONA CAT COMMONS SANCTUARY
PROJECT
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Animal Control and Protection Agency,
Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1029
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
(Vote on Res. 649-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 650-26: 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 LIONS CLUB OF KONA
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC., FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE
40TH ANNUAL KUPUNA HULA FESTIVAL
Transfers $10,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1026
Intr. by: Council Member Inaba
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 652-26: 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 LIONS CLUB OF KONA
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC., TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE
40TH ANNUAL KUPUNA HULA FESTIVAL
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1033
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
(Vote on Res. 652-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 653-26: 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 LIONS CLUB OF KONA
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC., TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE
40TH ANNUAL HAWAI`I KUPUNA HULA FESTIVAL
Transfers $5,400 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1035
Intr. by: Council Member Villegas
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 654-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO PATH—PEOPLE FOR
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION HAWAI`I FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE
PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF BICYCLE RACKS AT KAILUA PARK
AND KAILUA VILLAGE
Transfers $5,200 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1036
Intr. by: Council Member Villegas
(Vote on Res. 654-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 655-26: 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 FIRST
RESPONDERS FOR THE PURCHASE OF OFFICER WELLNESS RESOURCE
BOOKS
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1037
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 656-26: 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 FIRST
RESPONDERS FOR THE 2026 ROBUST CONFERENCE
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1038
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
(Vote on Res. 656-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 657-26: 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 WEST HAWAI`I
VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION
ASSOCIATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR THE MEDAL OF HONOR
MEMORIAL
Transfers $10,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1039
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 659-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO MALAMA O PUNA FOR THE
BLACK SANDS BEACH COMMUNITY GARDEN'S KEIKI RESILIENCE
PROJECT
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1042
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
(Vote on Res. 659-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 660-26: 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 12TH ANNUAL HAWAI`I
ISLAND ALL NATIONS POWWOW
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. 1043
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 661-26: 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 BIG ISLAND
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FOR THE
2026 BARRIO FIESTA
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. 1044
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
(Vote on Res. 661-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 662-26: 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 AKAKA FOUNDATION
FOR TROPICAL FORESTS FOR THE HAWAI`I ISLAND SEED BANK
OUTREACH PROGRAM
Transfers $5,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1045
Intr. by: Council Member Inaba
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 663-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAMAKUA HEALTH
CENTER, INC., FOR THE HONOKA`A RENAISSANCE FAIRE
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1046
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
(Vote on Res. 663-26 is on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 667-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR TWO
MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINES TO BE USED BY THE DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC WORKS
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate
monthly cost of$240, to be used by the department's Automotive Division in Hilo.
Reference: Comm. 1055
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 169: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 42, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE
(Draft 2) 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS,
OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
Requires that all qualifying lands ranked with a score of 70 percent or higher be
included on the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resource Preservation
Commission's (PONC) recommendation list to the mayor; requires the finance
director to make reasonable efforts to acquire authorized properties within five
years; requires the finance director and the PONC commission to reassess any such
properties not acquired within five years.
Reference: Comm. 939.4
Intr. by: Council Members Hustace and Galimba
Approve: GOEAC-155
AMENDED TO DRAFT 3 (see Communication No. 939.6) AND PASSED
1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas,
and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Excused: None.
; and
Comm. 939.6: From Council Member James E. Hustace and Council Member Michelle M.
Galimba, dated August 13, 2026, transmitting proposed amendments to Bill 169,
Draft 2.
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Bill 173: AMENDS CHAPTER 19 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016
(Draft 2) EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A
BED AND BREAKFAST HOME CLASSIFICATION FOR REAL PROPERTY
TAXES
Establishes a new"bed and breakfast home"property tax class for any property that
is a vacation rental and the owner's principal residence; establishes a temporary tax
amnesty period for properties that have existing vacation rentals in violation of the
restrictions of the homeowner class to either cease the rental activity or to properly
register the rental activity without being penalized.
Reference: Comm. 960.3
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
Negative: FC-167 (Due to a vote of 4-ayes, 4-noes,
1-absent)
FAILED:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Kagiwada, and
Kimball—3.
Noes: Council Members Hustace, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—6.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
; and
Comm. 960.5: From Council Member Heather L. Kimball, dated August 19, 2026, transmitting
information regarding Bill 173, Draft 2.
; and
Comm. 960.6: From Council Member Heather L. Kimball, dated August 20, 2026, transmitting
proposed amendments to Bill 173, Draft 2.
Bill 176: AMENDS CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE 1, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE
(Draft 2) 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE GENERAL PLAN
Establishes amendment procedures for the General Plan, including a comprehensive
review every ten years and interim amendments; describes powers and duties of the
planning director and planning commissions.
Reference: Comm. 968.6
Intr. by: Council Members Inaba and Kierkiewicz
Approve: PCPLUED-14
(Vote on Bill 176, Draft 2, is on the next page.)
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PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 177: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE
COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2027
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—Byrne State Crisis Intervention
Program Grant account($129,033) and appropriates the same to the Byrne State
Crisis Intervention De-escalation Training Program account. Funds will be used to
conduct Verbal Judo de-escalation training for law enforcement.
Reference: Comm. 973
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-168
Companion: Res. 611-26
PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 178: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE
COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2027
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—Justice Assistance Grant-Special
Response Team Capability Enhancement Grant account($20,797) and appropriates
the same to the Justice Assistance Grant-Special Response Team Capability
Enhancement account.
Reference: Comm. 974
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-169
(Vote on Bill 178 is on the next page)
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PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 179: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016
EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Describes the responsibilities of the Department of Research and Development;
establishes a grant program to support community-based economic development.
Reference: Comm. 984
Intr. by: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Inaba
Approve: GOEAC-156
PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 180: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE
COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2027
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—Certified Local Government account
($20,192) and appropriates the same to the Certified Local Government Program
account. Funds will be used to cover travel stipends for two staff members from
the Planning Department and two Cultural Resource Commissioners.
Reference: Comm. 994
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-170
Companion: Res. 627-26
(Vote on Bill 180 is on the next page)
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PASSED 1ST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 172: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE
COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2027
Appropriates revenues in the State Motor Vehicle Weight Tax account($6,282.72)
and appropriates the same to the Vehicle Registration Other Current Expenses
account. Funds will be used for expenses associated with programming and
updating the County's motor vehicle registration system.
Reference: Comm. 959
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
First Reading: August 5, 2026
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 174: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE
COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2027
Appropriates revenues in the State Grants—Kona Low Small Business Recovery
Grant account($500,000) and appropriates the same to the Kona Low Small
Business Recovery Grant Program account. Funds will be used to support one-time
relief to eligible Hawaii Island small businesses that sustained material and
economic or physical damage from the Kona Low Storm.
Reference: Comm. 961
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
First Reading: August 5, 2026
(Vote on Bill 174 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 175: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 25-50, AS AMENDED, AN ORDINANCE
(Draft 2) AMENDING CHAPTER 6 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983
(2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO TRANSIENT
ACCOMMODATIONS
Changes certain responsibilities for proposed vacation rental laws under Ordinance
No. 25-50 from the finance director to the planning director; exempts prospective
vacation rentals that have submitted a valid use permit or special permit application
from Ordinance No. 25-50; and requires any funds collected under Ordinance No.
25-50 to be deposited into the short-term vacation rental enforcement fund.
Reference: Comm. 964.2
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
First Reading: August 5, 2026
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 1006: PALAGA POP VS. COUNTY OF HAWAI`I, CIVIL NO. 3CCV-25-0000249
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Sherilyn K. Tavares dated July 28, 2026,
requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council
regarding the above-entitled matter filed by Glenn T. Honda, George C. Alejandro,
and James M. Monma, Esquires, on behalf of their client Palaga Pop.
(Vote on Comm. 1006 is on the next page)
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CONCURRED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORP. COUNSEL:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Comm. 1034: SETTLEMENT OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I'S ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY OWNED BY LUM FAMILY ENTERPRISES, LLC, AND LUM
FAMILY ENTERPRISES, LLC'S, INVERSE CONDEMNATION CLAIM
AGAINST THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Sinclair Salas-Ferguson dated August 10, 2026,
requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council
regarding the above-entitled matter, including settlement discussion.
CONCURRED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORP. COUNSEL:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matters,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.)
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