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Home My WebLink AboutAGE COUNCIL 2026-11-06 2024-2026 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM HOLEKA GORO INABA tY OF p MICHELLE M. GALIMBA oN.• �`� Chair&Presiding Officer �?•' �, JAMES E. HUSTACE JENN KAGIWADA DENNIS"FRESH"ONISHI `: °` MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER Vice Chair — ASHLEY L.KIERKIEWICZ o=— �),�� OF NF' HEATHER L.KIMBALL REBECCA VILLEGAS COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hawai`i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 52"d Session West Hawaii Civic Center 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A Kailua-Kona, Hawaii November 6, 2026 9:00 a.m. The Hilo Council Chambers at the Hawaii County Building, 25 Aupuni Street,will be closed. Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations: • Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle, and • Pahoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pahoa Village Road. If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue. 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Hawai`i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 INVOCATION Pastor Zachary Chang-Cordero of Oasis Church ORDER OF BUSINESS CALL TO ORDER 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 September 2, 2026 REPORTS GOEAC-166 NOMINATION OF ARTHUR D. COPE TO THE FIRE COMMISSION (Comm. 1114): Requires Council Confirmation by: November 14, 2026 (Section 13-4(k), Hawai`i County Charter) Page 2 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 705-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR FOURTEEN MULTIFUNCTION COPY MACHINES TO BE USED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an estimated monthly cost of$1,113. Reference: Comm. 1109 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-193 Res. 706-26: URGES THE GOVERNOR AND THE MAYOR TO PRIORITIZE AND FUND PROACTIVE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT TO MITIGATE POTENTIAL DESTRUCTION CAUSED BY NATURAL DISASTERS Reference: Comm. 1111 Intr. by: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Inaba Approve: GOEAC-167 Res. 714-26: ACCEPTS A DONATION OF CHARITABLE FUNDS FOR DISASTER RELIEF FROM HURRICANE LALA TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF AGING The donation from USAging Disaster Relief Fund, in the amount of$10,000, will be used to support older adults in need of recovery assistance. Reference: Comm. 1121 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-194 Companion: Bill203 Page 3 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Res. 716-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS FOR THE FUNDING OF COST ITEM ADJUSTMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE HAWAI`I FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION, BARGAINING UNIT 11, AND CERTAIN OTHER EMPLOYEES EXCLUDED FROM BARGAINING UNIT 11 FOR THE CONTRACT PERIOD BEGINNING DULY 1, 2025, AND ENDING DUNE 30, 2029 The estimated costs over the four years of the new contract resulting from across- the-board increases would be $38,888,033, an increase of approximately $13,595,173 over the amount previously approved by Resolution No. 550-26. Reference: Comm. 1125 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-195 Res. 717-26: ACCEPTS A DONATION OF NEW APPLIANCES FOR THE PU`U NUI COMMUNITY CENTER ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION The donation from Waikoloa Community Development Corporation has an estimated value of$2,000. Reference: Comm. 1128 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Res. 718-26: ACCEPTS A DONATION OF FENCING MATERIALS AND LABOR FOR THE PANA`EWA RAINFOREST ZOO AND GARDENS ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION The donation from an anonymous donor has an estimated value of$74,000. Reference: Comm. 1129 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Res. 725-26: ACCEPTS A DONATION OF REFRIGERATED STORAGE CONTAINERS FOR THE CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY The donation from Matson, Inc., with a total estimated value of$20,000, would be used for the Na`alehu Cemetery Recovery Project. Reference: Comm. 1142 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Page 4 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Res. 726-26: 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 OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate annual cost of$4,940. Reference: Comm. 1143 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Res. 727-26: 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 PLANNING DEPARTMENT Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a two-year lease agreement with an approximate monthly cost of$250. Reference: Comm. 1144 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Res. 728-26: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF LATER FISCAL YEARS TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR A DIGITAL POSTAGE METER TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF THE CORPORATION COUNSEL Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an approximate annual cost of$1,000. Reference: Comm. 1145 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Waived: FC Page 5 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Res. 729-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO ACTION 4 ANIMALS HAWAII TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY DOG WELLNESS PROGRAM Transfers $1,800 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 1146 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Res. 730-26: 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 $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Culture and Education Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 1147 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Res. 731-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO THE HAWAI`I POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE HI-PAL'S HIGH SCHOOL ISLAND SHOWDOWN DRAG RACE AND CAR SHOW Transfers $2,000 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. 1148 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Page 6 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Res. 732-26: 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 CHILDREN'S JUSTICE CENTER OF EAST HAWAI`I, INC., FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 24-HOUR EMERGENCY CLOTHES CLOSET Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 1149 Intr. by: Council Member Onishi Res. 733-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO WAHINE WELLNESS RESILIENT HAWAI`I FOR THEIR KULIA GIRLS ATHLETICS HAWAI`I EVENT 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. 1150 Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz Res. 734-26: REPEALS RESOLUTION NO. 598-26 AND 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 THE 2026 ROBUST CONFERENCE Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 1151 Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz Page 7 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Res. 735-26: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAI`I WELLNESS MOBILITY NETWORK, INC., FOR ITS HO`OMAU NA KEIKI RURAL EARLY DETECTION AND ACCESS PROGRAM Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Hawaii County Resource Center account. Reference: Comm. 1152 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball Res. 736-26: REPEALS RESOLUTION NO. 656-26 AND 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. 1153 Intr. by: Council Member Hustace Res. 737-26: REPEALS RESOLUTION NO. 618-26 AND 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 THE 2026 ROBUST CONFERENCE Transfers $10,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 1154 Intr. by: Council Member Inaba Page 8 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Res. 738-26: REPEALS RESOLUTION NO. 636-26 AND 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. 1155 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada Res. 739-26: 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 GG FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE HILO TOWN MARKET'S 5TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT 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. Reference: Comm. 1156 Intr. by: Council Member Kagiwada BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) Bill 202: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2027 Appropriates revenues in the State Grants—Kua Bay account($136,319) and appropriates the same to the following Kua Bay—State accounts: Salaries & Wages ($124,908) and Equipment($11,411), for a total appropriation of$846,063. Funds will be used for costs associated with Ocean Safety. Reference: Comm. 1110 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-196 Page 9 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Bill 203: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2027 Appropriates revenues in the Office of Aging Private Contributions account ($10,000) and appropriates the same to the US Aging Disaster Relief Fund— Private account. Funds will be used to support older adults in need of recovery assistance. Reference: Comm. 1121 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) Approve: FC-197 Companion: Res. 714-26 Bill 205: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 92-122, WHICH AMENDED SECTION 25-114 (CITY OF HILO ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 3, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE, BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM RESORT-HOTEL, SAFETY (V-S-.75) TO LIMITED INDUSTRIAL (ML-20) AT WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEYS: 2-2-033:011, 12, 19, AND 20 (Applicants: Talon 1 Properties) (Area: 2.57 acres) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this requested change of zone amendment for a five-year time extension to Condition C (Final Plan Approval) and Condition D (Complete Construction), to allow for the development of a three-story self-storage warehouse. The property is located at 525 Pi`ilani Street. Reference: Comm. 1126 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R) Approve: LAAC-49 Page 10 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Bill 206: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 09-138, AS AMENDED, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL— 10,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-10) TO INDUSTRIAL-COMMERCIAL MIXED—20,000 SQUARE FEET (MCX-20) AT WAIAKEA HOUSELOTS, WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAI`I, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-2-035:034 (Applicants: JP Automotive LLC) (Area: 22,300 square feet) The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this requested change of zone amendment for a seven-year time extension to Condition D (Complete Construction), to allow for the development of an automotive repair business. The property is located at 513 Kalanikoa Street and Hualani Street, Waiakea Houselots 1st Series. Reference: Comm. 1127 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball (B/R) Approve: LAAC-50 ORDER OF THE DAY(SECOND OR FINAL READING) Bill 147: AMENDS CHAPTER 2 AND CHAPTER 25 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY (Draft 3) CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS Establishes operational standards, administrative procedures, and use regulations for hosted and un-hosted transient vacation rentals (TVRs); allows hosted TVRs as a permitted use in the single-family residential, double-family residential, multiple- family residential, residential-commercial mixed use, resort-hotel, neighborhood commercial, general commercial, village commercial, special Downtown Hilo commercial zoning districts; allows hosted TVRs as a permitted use in certain agricultural zoning districts under certain conditions; allows un-hosted TVRs as a permitted use in the resort-hotel, general commercial, village commercial, and special Downtown Hilo commercial zoning districts; allows un-hosted TVRs in certain areas of the neighborhood commercial or residential zoning districts under certain conditions. Reference: Comm. 806.21 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball First Reading: October 21, 2026 Page 11 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Bill 154: AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLES 1, 5, AND 7, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY (Draft 2) CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO COMMERCIAL PARKING LOTS AND GARAGES Removes commercial parking lots and garages as a permitted use in the general, industrial-commercial mixed, limited industrial, and general industrial zoning districts; allows commercial parking lots and garages in the resort-hotel zoning district with a use permit; makes other housekeeping amendments. Reference: Comm. 866.7 Intr. by: Council Members Inaba and Villegas First Reading: October 21, 2026 Bill 193: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 25, SECTION 2-137, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Specifies that nonprofit organizations whose governing board members receive compensation for their governance duties are ineligible to receive County grant funds. Reference: Comm. 1074 Intr. by: Council Members Inaba and Kimball First Reading: October 21, 2026 Bill 196: 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 State Grants—Coffee Berry Borer/Coffee Leaf Rust Pesticide Subsidy Program account($150,000) and appropriates the same to the Coffee Berry Borer/Coffee Leaf Rust Pesticide Subsidy Program account. Reference: Comm. 1081 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: October 21, 2026 Page 12 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Bill 197: AMENDS CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 7, OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO A TEMPORARY REAL PROPERTY TAX AMNESTY FOR CERTAIN HOSTED TRANSIENT VACATION RENTALS Establishes a tax amnesty for properties that have existing vacation rentals in violation of the restrictions of the homeowner class; requires either ceasing the rental activity or properly registering the rental activity without being assessed rollback taxes, penalties, and interest. Reference: Comm. 1082 Intr. by: Council Member Kimball First Reading: October 21, 2026 Bill 198: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-44, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING BUDGET OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2027 Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants—Kukuiola Supportive Housing Project account($1,892,000) and appropriates the same to the Kukuiola Supportive Housing Project account. Funds will be used to assist with the planning, design, and construction of the Kukuiola Supportive Housing project. Reference: Comm. 1094 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: October 21, 2026 Companion: Res. 694-26 (adopted October 21, 2026) Bill 199: AMENDS CHAPTER 14 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 (Draft 2) EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A HISTORIC PLACE MARKER PROGRAM Requires the Planning Department to administer a historic place marker program; requires the Department of Public Works to install and maintain historic place markers; requires the Department of Research and Development to support the program through research and outreach; requires the submission of a historic place marker implementation plan within eighteen months; and requires the installation of all historic place markers within six months thereafter. Reference: Comm. 1095.7 Intr. by: Council Members Kierkiewicz and Inaba First Reading: October 21, 2026 Page 13 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 Bill 200: AMENDS CHAPTER 14 OF THE HAWAI`I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MO`OLELO INTERPRETATION PROGRAM Allows "interpretative installations" on County property. Reference: Comm. 1096 Intr. by: Council Member Kierkiewicz First Reading: October 21, 2026 Bill 201: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 26-45, RELATING TO PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DUNE 30, 2027 Adds the Mass Transit Agency Kailua-Kona Hub and Park& Ride Facility project ($5,000,000) to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund—Fund Balance and/or other Sources. Reference: Comm. 1108 Intr. by: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder (B/R) First Reading: October 21, 2026 Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire membership to amend, pursuant to Section 10-6(e), Hawaii County Charter REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION Comm. 1157: COUNTY OF HAWAI`I VS. KAPOHO LAND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, 3CCV-24-000233, AND KAPOHO LAND AND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY VS. COUNTY OF HAWAI`I 3CCV-24-0000343 From Deputy Corporation Counsel Sherilyn K. Tavares dated October 19, 2026, requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council regarding the above-entitled matter, including settlement authority. The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matter, 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. Page 14 Hawaii County Clerk 10/30/2026 09:05:50 AM Hawaii County Council-52 November 6,2026 OTHER BUSINESS (Including but not limited to reconsideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.) ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Note: B/R, when listed next to the name of an Introducer, signifies that the Council Member has agreed to introduce legislation`By Request" on behalf of the requesting party. It does not necessarily signify support of or opposition to the proposal. Live Stream of County Council Meetings: To view the live stream of this meeting, at the scheduled meeting start time, type the following into the address bar of the browser: https://www.youtube.com/channel/IJCJNalwg4OoK7a-7nGnEtGPA. 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