HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN COUNCIL 2026-10-07 2024-2026 Draft Hawaii County Council
501b Session
Hawaii County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii
October 7, 2026
INVOCATION: Pastor Joseph Jackson of Sure Foundation Church gave the morning's invocation.
CALL TO The regular meeting of the Hawaii County Council was called to order at
ORDER: 9:04 a.m., in the Council Chambers, Hilo, by Mr. Holeka Goro Inaba, Chair.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Mr. Holeka Goro Inaba, Cha
Mr. Dennis "Fresh" Onishi, Vi air
Ms. Michelle M. Galimba, Memb
Mr. James E. Hustace, Member
Ms. Jenn Kagiwada, Member
Mr. Matt Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Member .
Ms. Ashley L. Kierkiewicz Member
Ms. Heather L. Kimball Member
s" Rebecca Villegas, Member
PLEDGE OF The Chair directed the Coun the next order of business, Pledge of
ALLEGIANCE Allegiance. /o/Pe"
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l (At this time, County Clerk on Henricks led the Council in
the Pledge of Allegiance.)
PETITION /// The Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business, Petitions,
MEMORIAL Memorials, Certificates of Merit, and Expressions of Condolence.
CERTIFICATES
OF MERIT, AND (Note: At this time, Ms. Kierkiewicz presented Certificates of Merit to Gilbert
EXPRESSIONS OF Hauanio Jr., Timothy Rowan, Jesika Wilkes, and Carrie Kowalski for their
CONDOLENCE: steadfast commitment to the Puna community.)
STATEMENTS The Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
FROM THE Statements from the Public on Agenda Items.
PUBLIC ON
AGENDA ITEMS: The following individuals registered to speak and came forward when called by
the Chair:
Hawaii County Council-50 October 7,2026
Shirley David: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), comment.
(representing St. Michael The
Archangel Church)
Dell Otsuka: Bill 190 (Comm. 1054), comment.
Breeani Kobayashi-Kuali`i: Res. 698-26 (Comm. 1100), in support.
(representing Hawaii Rise
Foundation)
Aurora Stressman: Res. 686-26 (Comm. 1086); and
(representing Hawaii Rise Bill 184, Draft 2 (Comm. 1023.3), in support.
Foundation)
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Lyla Buynak � Bill 184, Draft 2 m. 1023.3), in support.
Kali French: �Q" .Bill 19 Draft 2 (Com �059.3), in support.
(representing HOPE Services
Hawaii)
Les Estrella: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Going Home Hawaii)
Michelle Manalo: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Going Home Hawaii)
Mark Schnitz: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing
Hawa enting Project Vision
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Hannah Preston-Pitz: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing j ig Island Substance
Abuse
Shana Wingler: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
Kelli Paaluhi: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
Raymond Dangaran: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
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Cory Causey: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Lokahi Treatment
Centers)
Liana Katase: Bill 191, Draft 2 (Comm. 1058.2), in support.
(representing Forest Overlay
Committee of Volcano Community
Association)
Tracy Tampas: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
Ted Herzog: Bill 192, Draft 2 omm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council) ���
Kalani Spain: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
Chasity Torres: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
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Vaisaili Hunkin-Tolenti �ri Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Recovery of Hawaii)
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Lane Miyake-Kamahele: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing g Island Substance
Abuse Council ���/���,,,
Dominique Miles: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing
s g Council)
Island Substance
Abuse Cou
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John Mercado: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
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Philomena Scherling: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Neighborhood Place
of Puna)
Brent Foster: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Neighborhood Place
of Puna)
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Stefan Harmeling: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Lokahi Treatment
Centers)
Thomas Hickcox: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
David Wischemann: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Going Home Hawaii)
Angelica Montealegre: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council) ll�
Ian Palaka: / Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing
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Abuse Council)
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Kulia Beyer: Bill 192'.Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
James Caampania: Bill 192, Draft (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Going Home Hawaii)
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Perliza Perez: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
r Abuse Council)
Ayzlynne Fishman-Devera: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing
Big Island Substance
Abuse
Sandy Ramos: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Big Island Substance
Abuse Council)
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Peter Silva: Bill 188 (Comm. 1030); and
(representing Kumukahi Health Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
and Wellness)
Kirk Mikami: Res. 683-26 (Comm. 1083);
(representing East Hawaii Lions Res. 685-26 (Comm. 1085); and
Club) Res. 688-26 (Comm. 1088), in support.
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Ola Jenkins: Bill 192, Draft 2 (Comm. 1059.3), in support.
(representing Going Home Hawaii)
APPROVAL The Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business, Approval
OF MINUTES: of Minutes.
Chair Inaba announced that the Minutes of June 17 and
July 8, 2026, were approved.
Change Order As directed by the Chair and with no objection from the Council Members, the
of Business: following items were taken out of order:
Relinquish Chair: At this time, Chair Inaba 'r'�ished the chair to Acting
Chair Onishi. ���j/�
Bill 191: AMENDS CHAPTER 10, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 10- THE HAWAI`I
(Draft 2) COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDE LATING TO
EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL
Establishes administrative enforcement provisions for violation I 'f Chapter 10,
including increased fines of up to $1,000 per day.
Reference: Comm. 1058.2
Intr. by: Council Member Inaba
Approve: % PCENRM-4
and
Comm. 1058.3: ,,From Council Chair Holeka Goro Inaba, dated September 30, 2026, transmitting
posed amendments to Bill 191, Draft 2.
Motion to Approve: ; Mr. Inaba moved to pass Bill 191, Draft 2, on first reading
and adopt Policy Committee on Environmental and Natural
Resource Management Committee Report No. 4. Seconded
by s. Kierkiewicz.
CTING CHR. ONISHI: Thank you.
(Note: At this time, Corporation Counsel Renee Schoen came forward to
address the members of the Council.)
(Note: At this time, Civil Engineer Alan "Keone" Thompson, Public
Works Department, came forward to address the members of the Council.)
Motion to Amend: Mr. Inaba moved to amend Bill 191, Draft 2, with the
contents of Comm. 1058.3. Seconded by Ms. Kierkiewicz.
ACTING CHR. ONISHI: Okay.
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Vote on Motion to The motion to amend Bill 191, Draft 2, with the contents of
Amend: Comm. 1058.3 was carried by the following voice vote:
(Approved)
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Inaba,
Kagiwada, Kierkiewicz, Kimball, and
Acting Chair Onishi—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder and
Villegas—2.
Excused: None. j
Vote on Bill 191: The motion to pass Bill , Draft 2, as amended to
(Draft 3) Draft 3, on first readi /'adopt Policy Committee on
(Approved) Environmental and. 1 Resource Management
Committee Report was carried by the followi
voice vote:
Ayes: + Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Inaba,
Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz,
Kimball, and Acting Chair Onishi— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Villegas — 1. /
Excused: None.
Bill 192: AMENDS CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 11, SECTION 19-90 OF THE HAWAI I
(Draft 2) COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO REAL
PROPERTY TAX
Extends the requirement to appropriate residential tier-two and tier-three property
tax revenue to housing and homelessness programs until 2029; requires that monies
be used to award grants that address housing and homelessness.
Reference: Comm. 1059.3
/ Intr. by: Council Member Inaba
Approve: FC-186
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Comm. 1059.4: From c 1 Chair Holeka Goro Inaba, dated September 18, 2026, transmitting
proposed amendments to Bill 192, Draft 2.
Motion to Approve: Mr. Inaba moved to pass Bill 192, Draft 2, on first reading
and adopt Policy Committee on Environmental and Natural
Resource Management Committee Report No. 4. Seconded
by Ms. Kierkiewicz.
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ACTING CHR. ONISHI: Thank you.
(Note: At this time, Assistant Police Chief Thomas Shopay came forward
to address the members of the Council.)
(Note: At this time, Housing Administrator Kehaulani Costa came
forward to address the members of the Council.)
(Note: At this time, Corporation Counsel Renee Schoen came forward to
address the members of the Council.)
(Note: At this time, Public Works Deputy Director Neil Azevedo came
forward to address the members of the Council.)
Motion to Amend: Mr. Inaba moved to amend Bill 192, Draft 2, with the
contents of Comm. 1059.4. Seconded by Ms. Kierkiewicz.
ACTING CHR. ONISHI: Okay. j/
Vote on Motion to The motion to amend Bill 192, Draft 2, with the contents of
Amend: Comm. 1059.4 was carped by the following roll call vote:
(Approved) ��'''�
Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Inaba,
A- X Kagiwada, Kaneali`i-Kleinfeldef,"Kierkiewicz,
Kimball, Villegas, and Acting Chair Onishi—9.
Noes one.
�"Absent: 9ne.
Excused: None_ ,,,, f%a
Vote on Bill 192: The motion to pass Bill Bill 192, Draft 2, as amended to
(Draft 3) Draft 3, on first reading and adopt Policy Committee on
(Approved) j/ Environmental and Natural Resource Management
Committee Report No. 4 was carried by the following roll
call vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Inaba,
Kagiwada, Kierkiewicz, Kimball, and
Villegas—7.
Noes: Council Members Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder and
Acting Chair Onishi—2.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Relinquish Chair: At this time, Acting Chair Onishi relinquished the chair to
Chair Inaba.
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Res. 681-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE HAWAI`I POLICE DEPARTMENT TO
PURCHASE KEIKI ID EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
Transfers $2,333 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Police Department, Hawaii Isle Police
Activities League Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1079
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
Motion to Approve: Mr. Onishi moved to adopt Res. 681-26. Seconded by
Ms. Kierkiewicz.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
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(Note: At this time, Police Lieutenant Ryan Pagan came forward to
address the members of the Council.)
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Vote on Res. 681-26: The motion to adopt Res. 681-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes. one.
FAbsent: Qne.
Excused: None.%,/,/,,
Reces t 12:29 p.m., the Chair called for a recess.
Reconven �j/ The meeting reconvened at 12:40 p.m.
Return to Order��// The Chair directed the Council to return to the order of business.
of Business:
ORDER OF The Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business, Order of
RESOLUTIONS: Resolutions.
(Note: Items in this category were taken up previously, out of order.)
Res. 670-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR TWO DUMP
TRUCKS TO BE USED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
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Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate
total annual cost of$110,000, to be used for hauling material,paving, and removing
debris.
Reference: Comm. 1064
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-180
Motion to Approve: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to adopt Res. 670-26 and
Finance Committee Report No. 180. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 670-26: The motion to adopt Res. 670-26 and Finance Committee
(Adopted) Report No. 180 was carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Villegas, an
Chair Inaba—6.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba, Kierkiewicz, and
Onishi — 3.
� �Excused: None.�1
Res. 671-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUND OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR THREE GRAPPLE
TRUCKS TO BE USED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
1 0 Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate
total annual cost of$225,000, to be used for emergency response for downed trees,
clearing drains, removing dead animals, and regular road maintenance work.
Reference: Comm. 1065
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-181
Vote on Res. 671-26: j/ neali`i-Kleinfelder moved to adopt Res. 671-26 and
(Adopted) nce Committee Report No. 181. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kimball, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba—6.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba, Kierkiewicz, and
Onishi —3.
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Excused: None.
Res. 672-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR AN EXCAVATOR
WITH A MULCHING UNIT TO BE USED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate
total annual cost of$80,000, to be used for roadside repair, debris removal, clearing
flood channels, and digging trenches.
Reference: Comm. 1066
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-182
Vote on Res. 672-26: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to adopt Res. 672-26 and
(Adopted) Finance Committee Report No. 182. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace and carried by the foll g voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwa a,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Onishi — 1. �%
Excuse/, None.
Res. 673-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR A CREW CAB
PICKUP TRUCK TO BE USED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate
1 annual f 19 000 utilized hdepartment'sHi h tota an ua cost o $ , to be ut ed by the Highway
Maintenance Division.
Reference: Comm. 1067 _
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-183
Vote on Res. 673-26: //�Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to adopt Res. 673-26 and
(Adopted) 'Finance Committee Report No. 183. Seconded by
Ms. Galimba and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Onishi— 1.
Excused: None.
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Change Order As directed by the Chair and with no objection from the Council Members, the
of Business: following item was taken out of order:
Res. 682-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR ONE
MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINE 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$336.68, to be used by the department's Highway Division,
Administration Section, in Hilo. ���
Reference: l omm. 1080
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Waived: FC
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Vote on Res. 682-26: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to adopt Res. 68
(Adopted) Seconded by Mr. Hustace and carried by the followin
voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None. mll1
Absent: Council Member Onishi — 1.
Excused: None.
Return to Order The Chair directed the Council to return to the order of business.
of Business: W/
Res. 674-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO
ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT FOR
PROPRIETARY LEGAL RESEARCH AND INVESTIGATIVE SOFTWARE
TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year agreement with an approximate
monthly cost of$697, for the CLEAR online investigative and research
subscription.
Reference: Comm. 1068
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve: FC-184
Vote on Res. 674-26: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to adopt Res. 674-26 and
(Adopted) Finance Committee Report No. 184. Seconded by
Ms. Galimba and carried by the following voice vote:
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Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Onishi— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 675-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS FROM LATER FISCAL YEARS
TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT FOR
PROPRIETARY ONLINE LEGAL RESEARCH SERVICES TO BE USED BY
THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year agreement with an approximate
monthly cost of$4,835, for con 'hued use of the Westlaw for trial preparation and
online legal research service.
Re Comm. 1069
Intr. by.�j/� Council
Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
Approve:
Vote on Res. 675-26: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to adopt Res. 675-26 and
(Adopted) Finance Committee Report No. 185. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace and carried by the following voice vote:
Ay % Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
j Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
None as, and Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes:
% �,.
Absent: Council Member Onishi — 1.
fj/��%%pExcused: None: � � 'W/
Res. 679-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE AGRANT TO THE GG FOUNDATION FOR
EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 7T ANNUAL TIS THE SEASON EVENT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1077
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
Motion to Approve: Mr. Hustace moved to adopt Res. 679-26. Seconded by
Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
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Vote on Res. 679-26: The motion to adopt Res. 679-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Onishi— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 680-26: 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 $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Dep ent of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account �% '1
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eIReference: Comm. 1078
, Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
1/111/11
Vote on Res. 680-26: Hustace moved to adopt Res. 680-26. Seconded by
(Adopted) r eali`i-Kleinfelder and carried by the following
voice
es: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
� Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba— 8.
N None.
Noes.
Absent: Council Member Onishi— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 683-26: ''�,�. 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 LIONS
FOUNDATION FOR THE 2026 DOWNTOWN HILO CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
PARADE
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1083
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
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Vote on Res. 683-26: Ms. Kimball moved to adopt Res. 683-26. Seconded by
(Adopted) Ms. Galimba and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Villegas, and Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Onishi— 1.
Excused: None. j
Res. 684-26: 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 YOUTH
FOUNDATION, INC., FOR ITS HAMAKUA YOUTH CENTER PROGRAMS
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1084
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball
Vote on Res. 684-26: Ms. Kimball moved to adopt Res. 684-26. Seconded by
(Adopted) Ms. Galimba and carried by the, ollowing voice vote:
�Ayess. Council Members Galim ustace, Kagiwada,
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aneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Mlle as and Chair Inaba— 8.
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Absent: Council Member Onishi — 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 685/ 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 LIONS
FOUNDATION FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 2026 DOWNTOWN
HILO CHRISTMAS LIGHTS PARADE
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1085
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
Motion to Approve: Mr. Hustace moved to adopt Res. 685-26. Seconded by
Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder.
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CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 685-26: The motion to adopt Res. 685-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Res. 686-26: 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 ZONTA CLUB OF HILO
FOUNDATION FOR ITS 2027 "AMELIA EARHART GIRLS IN
ENGINEERING DAY" EVENT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—ContingencyRelief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Office of the Prosecutingz�ttorney, Other
Current Expenses account. �'///�iii/,,..
Reference:hComm. 1086
Intr. by: q Council Member Kierkiewicz
���/✓�i/l///� "�//%%ice. %%O///�/O/%/�ir%����,,,.
Motion to Approve.. Ms. iewicz moved to adopt Res. 686-26. Seconded
by Ms. legas.
CHR. ABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 686-26. The motion to adopt Res. 686-26 was carried by the
(Adopted . following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
N ` Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—9.
None.
t: None.
used: None.
Res. 687-26: 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 PROGRAM
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
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Reference: Comm. 1087
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kierkiewicz moved to adopt Res. 687-26. Seconded
by Mr. Onishi.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 687-26: The motion to adopt Res. 687-26 ��rried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote: �i�..
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-� leinfelder— 1.
Excused: None. j d/f,
Res. 688-26: 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 LIONS
FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE
2026 DOWNTOWN HILO CHRISTMAS LIGHTS PARADE
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
OR,
Reference:Reference. If/p Comm. 1088
Intr. by:0 Council Member Kagiwada
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kagiwada moved to adopt Res. 688-26. Seconded by
j/ Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 688-26: Th tion to adopt Res. 688-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) ' following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 689-26: 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 ITS
2026 BARRIO FIESTA
Transfers $1,485 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
/0001
Reference: Comm. 1089
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada
/
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kagiwada moved to adopt Res. 689-26. Seconded by
Ms. Kierkiewicz.
CHR. INABA: Any other Sion?
Vote on Res. 689-26: The motion to adopt Res. 689 6 arried by the 1 Nhhhnav
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba— 8. VON
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
/ Excused: None.
Res. 690-26: TRA FERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNTOAND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE GG FOUNDATION TO
ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS FALL AND WINTER
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council
District
rict); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
g
Reference: Comm. 1090
Intr. by. Council Member Kagiwada
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kagiwada moved to adopt Res. 690-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 690-26: The motion to adopt Res. 690-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
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Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
r/,..
Res. 691-26: 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
CHILDREN'S JUSTICE CENTER EAST HAWAI`I, INC., FOR ITS
EMERGENCY CLOSET PROGRAM
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 O Comm. 1091
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwa
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kagiwada moved to adopt Res. 691-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion? '
Vote on Res. 691-26: The motion to adopt Res. 691-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 692-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE 2026 MAGIC OF THE SEASONS EVENT
Transfers $500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Culture
and Education Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1092
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada
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Motion to Approve: Ms. Kagiwada moved to adopt Res. 692-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 692-26: The motion to adopt Res. 692-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Galimba, Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Mem er Kdneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Excused: None. ��
Res. 693-26: 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 ARTS TO ASSIST
WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS 2027 PLAY READING SERIES
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
/h%an., �//ice..
Reference: Comm. 1093
Intr. b j Council Member Kagiwada
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kagiwada moved to adopt Res. 693-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace_ aimmmi„. 0W/
HR INABA: An otherdiscussion?C y ofe
Vote on Res. 693-26: The motion to adopt Res. 693-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba 6.
None.
ent: Council Members Galimba and
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder—2.
Excused: Council Member Kierkiewicz— 1.
Res. 695-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
HAWAI`I FOR ITS 2026 HE ALA PONO ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND
SUSTAINABILITY FAIR
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Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Energy account.
Reference: Comm. 1097
Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada
and
Comm. 1097.1: From Council Member Jenn Kagiwada, dat tember 30, 2026, transmitting
proposed amendments to Res. 695-26.
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kagiwada moved to adopt Res. 695-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Motion to Amend: Ms. Kagiwada moved to amend Res. 695-26 with the
contents of Comm. 1097.1. Seconded by Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Okay. Y��
Vote on Motion to The motion to amend Res. 695-26 with the contents of
Amend: In. 1097.1 was carried by the following voice vote:
(Approved) / %j iiii v..
Ayes. , Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: % None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba and
—
�j Kaneah i Klemfelder 2.
Excused: None.
Vote on Motion to Ms. Kagiwada moved to suspend Council Rule 23 to waive
Suspend CounciTV the holdover for the substantive amendment of
Ale roved �����// follo wn-26. Seconded by Ms. Villegas and carried by the
g voicevote:
s Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba—6.
Noes: Council Member Kimball— 1.
Absent: Council Members Galimba and
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder—2.
Excused: None.
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Vote on Res. 695-26: The motion to adopt Res. 695-26, as amended to Draft 2,
Draft 2 was carried by the following voice vote:
(Adopted)
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba and
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder—2.
Excused: None.
Res. 696-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NA WAI IWI OLA TO ASSIST
WITH EXPENSES FOR THE K�kU`IKEAUOLI HULA FESTIVAL AND
20TH ANNUAL E MAU ANA KA HULA FESTIVAL
Transfers $10,000 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. 1098
Intr. by: Council Member Villegas
Motion to Approve: Ms. Villegas moved to adopt Res. 696-26. Seconded by
Ms. Kagiwada.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
0� 1 i
Vote on Res." j The motion to adopt Res. 696-26 was carried by the
(Adopted following voice voter
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba—7.
Noe None.
Ab Council Members Galimba and
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder—2.
used: None.
Res. 697-26: 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 THEIR FIRST RESPONDERS' KIDS' CAMP
Transfers $6,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
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Reference: Comm. 1099
Intr. by: Council Member Villegas
Motion to Approve: Ms. Villegas moved to adopt Res. 697-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 697-26: The motion to adopt Res. 697-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, ada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, as, and
Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None. "Wor
Absent: Council Members Galimba and
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder—2.
Excused: None.
Res. 698-26: 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 HAWAI`I RISE
FOUNDATION FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 2027 MELE MANAKA
3-DAY COMMUNITY EVENT
Transfers $3,400 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. I100
Intr. by: Council Member Onishi
Motion to Approve: Mr. Onishi moved to adopt Res. 698-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 698-26: The motion to adopt Res. 698-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba and
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder—2.
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Excused: None.
Res. 699-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
TO ASSIST WITH THE "UNLOCKING HOPE"DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
VISIBILITY PROJECT
Transfers $560 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Offic e Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1101
Intr. by�� Council Member Onishi
Motion to Approve: Mr. Onishi moved t Res. 699-26. Seconded by
Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
(Note: At this time, Program Manager Jan-Marie Osorio, Office of the
Prosecuting Attorney, came forward to address the members of the
Council.)
Vote on Res. 699-26: The motion to adopt Res. 699-26 was carri��by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kierkiewicz, Kimball, Onishi, Villegas, and
Chair Inaba— 7.
Noes: � None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba and
Kdneali'i-Kleinfelder—2.
Excused: None.
Res. 700-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO ASSIST THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING
ATTORNEY WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 2026 HAWAI`I SEXUAL
ASSAULT RESPONSE AND TRAINING CONFERENCE
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 1102
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
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Motion to Approve: Ms. Kierkiewicz moved to adopt Res. 700-26. Seconded
by Mr. Onishi.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
(Note: At this time, Program Manager Jan-Marie Osorio, Office of the
Prosecuting Attorney, came forward to address the members of the
Council.)
Vote on Res. 700-26: The motion to adopt Res. 700-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8�j
Noes: None. 'IPA/6
Absent: Council Members Galim 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 701-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NORTH KOHALA
COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE KOHALA RESILIENCE
HUB'S KUPUNA DAY 44
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council_ 1 � es—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference. j Comm. 1103
Intr. by Council Member Hustace
Motion to Approve: Mr. Hustace moved to adopt Res. 701-26. Seconded by
Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 701-26: Th otion to adopt Res. 701-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 702-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO WAIMEA COMMUNITY
ASSOCIATION FOR THE 66TH ANNUAL WAIMEA TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS
PARADE
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 1104
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
Motion to Approve: Mr. Hustace moved to adopt Res. 702-26. Seconded by
Ms. Kagiwada.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
Vote on Res. 702-26: The motion to adopt Res. 702-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
No %f None.
Absent: Council ers Galimba— 1.
xcused: None.
Res. 703-26: TRANSFERSIAPPR6PRIATES APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF THE
LIBRARY—WAIKOLOA REGION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES FOR ITS
BABY'S FIRST BOOK PROJECT
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.
1W Reference: Comm. 1105
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
Motion to Approve: Mr. Hustace moved to adopt Res. 703-26. Seconded by
Ms. Kierkiewicz.
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
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Vote on Res. 703-26: The motion to adopt Res. 703-26 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Galimba— 1.
Excused: None. j
Res. 704-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED
FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO WAIMEA HAWAIIAN
HOMESTEADERS' ASSOCIATION, INC., FOR THE 74TH ANNUAL PANIOLO
PARADE
Transfers $3,000 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. W/d/j
Reference: Comm. 1106
Intr. by: Council Member Hustace
Motion to Approve: Mr. Hustace moved to adopt Res. 704-26. Seconded by
Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder.
���
CHR. INABA: Any other discussion?
ON
Vote on Res. 704-26: The motion to adopt Res. 704-26 was carried by the
(AdoptedlPh �-���r / following voice vote:
i
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
��/ On shill Ville las Band Chair Inaba z, Kimball,
g
Absent: Council Members Galimba— 1.
Excused: None.
BILLS FOR The Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business, Bills for
ORDINANCES Ordinances (First Reading).
(FIRST READING):
(Note: Items in this category were taken up previously, out of order.)
ORDER OF The Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business, Order of
THE DAY the Day (Second or Final Reading).
(SECOND OR
FINAL READING):
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Bill 181: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO DISTRICT ZONE MAP),
ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY
CODE (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL— 15,000
SQUARE FEET (RS-15) TO SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL— 10,000
SQUARE FEET (RS-10) AT WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAI`l, COVERED
BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-014:016
(Applicant: Zak Ai Ikawa Saito) (Area: 21,792 square feet)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this requested change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the
property into two lots. The property is located at 283 West Puainako Street.
Refere Comm. 1005
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball B/R
Y ( )
First Reading: September 16, 2026
/jam.
Vote on Bill 181: Ms. Kimball moved to pass Bill 181 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Ms. Kagiwada and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
NoesOnishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
////i,, None. 14,
Absent: Council er Galimba— 1.
Excused: None. %%j
Bill 182: �����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 Assistant Grant account
($86,932) and appropriates the same to the Justice Assistance Grant Program
account. Funds will be used to support trial advocacy training efforts to deputy
prosecuting attorneys.
Reference: Comm. 1021
...........'% Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
First Reading: September 16, 2026
Companion: Res. 646-26 (adopted September 16, 2026)
Vote on Bill 182: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to pass Bill 182 on
(Adopted) second and final reading. Seconded by Mr. Hustace and
carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
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Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Galimba— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 184: AMENDS CHAPTER 14 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016
(Draft 2) EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE USE OF NATIVE PLANTS
IN COUNTY LANDSCAPING
Requires the use of native plants in County landscaping.
Reference: Comm. 1023.3
Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz
First Reading: September 16, 2026
Motion to Approve: Ms. Kierkiewicz m o pass Bill 184, Draft 2, on
second and final readi econded by Mr. Hustace.
CHR. INABA: Thank you.
Vote on Bill 184: The motion to pass Bill 184, Draft 2, on second and final
Draft 2 reading was carried by the following voice vote:
(Adopted)
Ayj Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: / None.
Absent: Council Member Galimba— 1.
���//OjO��i� Excused: None.
Bill 18 .�/ AMENDS SECTION 25-8-11 �ALAMILO-PU`UKAPU DISTRICT ZONE
THE HAWAI'l
COUNT ARTICLE
(2016 EDITION, (ASOAENDED), BNING CODE) Y CHANGING THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL—40 ACRES (A40-A)
TO FAMILY AGRICULTURAL— 1 ACRE (FA-IA) AT PU`UKAPU, WAIMEA,
HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 6-4-018:030 (Applicants: Jacqueline
Visser, Hanale Visser, and Gilbert Visser) (Area: 2.397 acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this
requested change of zone, which would allow the applicant to create a two-lot
subdivision of one-acre each. The property is located at 64-5091 White Road.
Reference: Comm. 1024
Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R)
First Reading: September 16, 2026
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Vote on Bill 185: Ms. Kimball moved to pass Bill 185 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Mr. Hustace and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Galimba— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 188: 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—Rural Health Transformation
Program account($2,355,000) and appropriates the same to the Rural Health
Transformation Program account. Funds will be used to fund personnel,
telehealth equipment and software, and provide training, travel, and program
implementation materials. ��%//
Reference: mm. 1030
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
First Reading: September 16, 2026
Companion: Res. 651-26 (adopted September 16, 2026)
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Motion to Approve. Mr. li`i-Kleinfelder moved to pass Bill 188 on
second final reading. Seconded by Mr. Hustace.
CHR. ABA: Thank you.
Vote on Bill 188: The motion to pass Bill 188 on second and final reading
(Adopted was carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimball,
N ` Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
None.
t: Council Member Galimba— 1.
used: None.
Bill 190: 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—Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act account($1,300,000) and appropriates the same to the following
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act 2026-2027 accounts:
Administrative/Planning ($150,000), Adult Program ($500,000), Dislocated
Worker Program ($250,000), and Youth Program ($400,000). Funds would be used
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to provide services that enhance employment opportunities,job retention, earnings,
skill development and literacy.
Reference: Comm. 1054
Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R)
First Reading: September 16, 2026
Companion: Res. 666-26 (adopted September 16, 2026)
Motion to Approve: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder moved to pass Bill 190 on
second and final reading. Seconded by Mr. Onishi.
CHR. INABA: Thank you. FF" bb.-
Vote on Bill 190: The motion to pass Bill 190 on second and final reading
(Adopted) was carried by the following voice vote: '%//
Ayes: Council Members Hustace, Kagiwada,
Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Kimba
Onishi, Villegas, and Chair Inaba—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Galimba— 1.
Excused: None.
OTHER The Chair directed the Cocil to proceed to the next order of business, Other
BUSINESS: Business. m///
(There were none.)
ANNOUNCE- The Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
MENTS: Announcements.
(Note: At this time, Council Members made announcements regarding
community events, activities, and other unofficial business.)
ADJOURN- There being no further business, Chair Inaba adjourned the meeting at 1:29 p.m.
MENT: ;
Council Approval:
COUNTY CLERK
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