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Home My WebLink AboutRES 695 Draft 02 2024-2026 (e.-7 . COUNTY OF HAWAII •, �. 11•- STATE OF HAWAII RESOLUTION NO. 695 26 (DRAFT 2) 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 SUSTAINABLE ENERGY HAWAI`I FOR ITS 2026 HE ALA PONO ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND SUSTAINABILITY FAIR. WHEREAS, Sustainable Energy Hawai`i is a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization whose mission is to enable an economic, social, and environmental revival in Hawai`i through a just transition to 100% clean, locally sourced,renewable energy; and WHEREAS, Sustainable Energy Hawai`i is requesting funds for venue fees associated with its 2026 He Ala Pono Electric Vehicle and Sustainability Fair, which will serve a public purpose by benefiting, improving, or promoting educational concerns, the needs of the poor, youth,the aged, and those with physical or emotional disabilities, and the public health and welfare of the people and the environment 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 2 are hereby transferred to the Department of Research and Development to provide a grant to Sustainable Energy Hawai`i 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: $2,000 OUT AND FROM: 1010-11-10191 Clerk-Council SVC—Contingency Relief $2,000 CREDITED TO: 1010-11-16319 Department of Research and Development $2,000 Energy—R&D 530115 Misc. Contract Services (Sustainable Energy Hawai`i—2026 He Ala Pono Electric Vehicle and Sustainability Fair) 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 7th day of October , 2026 • INTRODUCED BY: JE IFE KA IWADA Council Member COUNTY COUNCIL ROLL CALL VOTE County of Hawaii AYES NOES ABS EX Hilo, Hawaii 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 October 2, 2026 . KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER X KIERKIEWICZ X ATTEST: KIMBALL X ONISHI X VILLEGAS X 7 0 2 0 Reference: C-1097.2/Council CPIJ C AIRPERSON&PRESIDING OFFICER RESOLUTION NO. 695 26 (DRAFT 2) 2 Project Information *44. Project Title EXHIBIT A 2026 He Ala Pono Electric Vehicle and Sustainability Fair 45. Project Start Date 11/07/2026 46. Project End Date 11/07/2026 47. Please select all areas of Hawaii Island where the project will be administered,delivered,and implemented. South Hilo * 48. Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 2 *49. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the project. The annual He Ala Pono Electric Vehicle and Sustainability Fair event is a free public event that celebrates clean transportation and energy, sustainability, and resilience on Hawaii Island.This year's theme is resilience and affordability. The organization is inviting organizations-nonprofits, companies, government-to share information with the public to increase awareness about programs and actions that can be taken to improve the economy, environment, and social well-being.The event is held in conjunction with National Drive Electric Month, a nationwide celebration that raises awareness of the many benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid cars,trucks, motorcycles, and other electric vehicles, as well as efficient and affordable transportation options. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about energy, transportation options, agriculture,food security, science,technology, engineering, and mathematical education, disaster preparedness,energy efficiency, green homes, and low-interest loans for clean energy. The organization is hosting the event at the Prince Kahle' Plaza on November 7, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.The event is open to the public and will include activities and displays for all ages.To maximize attendance,the organization will market the event on social media and radio. *50. 5O1(c)(3) Mission Statement Enable an economic, social, and overall environmental revival for Hawai'i through a just transition to 100% clean, locally sourced, renewable energy. *51. In 1,000 characters or less, explain how the 5O1(c)(3) is connected to the project. A key to the organization's mission is a broad awareness of its energy reality, including electricity, fuels, and food. This event brings together experts from various sectors that relate to this reality and to how it can be achieved through policy advocacy, education, and action. *52. Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. CRF Budget Form Sustainable Energy Hawai'i.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. 53.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: Educational concerns Needs of the poor, youth, the aged,those with physical or emotional disabilities Public health and welfare of the people and the environment 54. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. Participation: Fifteen or more organizations tabling at the event. Delivery of 2 presentations related to saving money through energy efficiency, rebate programs, and transportation decisions. 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