HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE FC 10/05/2004 2002-2004 M<Y or y4
Aaron S.Y. Chung ~y!•~~ James Y. Arakaki, hfenrher
('hair °j~ Leningrad Elarionoff, A9emher
,r Fred C. Holschuh, M.D., ~>cmber
Bob Jacobson, A>emher
Gary Safarik '+~h~a rN"~~` Joe Reynolds, hlcmner
t"iceC'hcrir Michael C. Tulang, A9emher
J. Curtis 'Tyler, IIh Menrher
HAWAI`1 COUNTY COUNCIL
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
45th Session
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DATE: Octuber 5, 2004 (Tuesday)
PLACE: Councilroom
TIME: 10:00 a.m.
(Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers and other mobile communication devices on silent rtTAde.)
CALL TOORDER -
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ITEMS ON THF. AGENDA
REFERRALS
Comm. 8.38: 1"RANSFER OF FUNDS -SEPTEMBER 1 - 15, 2004
Prom Controller Deanna Sako, dated September 17, 2004, transmitting a Report of
Pransters Authorized showing transfers made from September 1 through 15, 2004.
Copies of the approved transfer forms arc attached for reference.
Comm. 12.23: MARLIUANA F,RADICATION MISSION REPORTS FORTI IE MONTH OP
AUGUST 2004
From Acting Police Chief Harry S. Kubojiri, dated August 30, 2004, transmitting the
above reports of missions conducted on August 17-18, 2004, in East Hawaii, and
August 9-10, 2004 in West Hawaii. As required by Res. 46-O1, reports indicating
the number of plants eradicated, the number of complaints received from the public
and the type of complaint disposition are attached.
Comm. 1 11.6: CAPITAL PROJECTS STATUS REPOK'f AS OF JUNE 30, 2004 -FINAL
From Controller Deanna Sako, dated September 17, 2004, transmitting the above
report. The projects arc grouped by Council district. Some of the lapsing projects
are still in progress and have remaining encumbrances, so they will continue to
appear on the quarterly status report until completed and all obligations paid.
l/u~rui l ('nnnlr is an Equal Uppnrnunl,e Prnnder and Emplo~x•~.
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Comm. 757: SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMARY OF INDEBTEDNESS AS OE AUGUST 31, 2004
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 7, 2004, certifying that the
above is correct in accordance with Section 47C-3, }{awai`i Revised Statutes. The
closing of the $55,020,000 General Obligation Bonds, 2004 Series A, B and C on
September 7, 2004 requires preparation of this report. The required concurrence by
the Finance Committee Chair and the Corporation Counsel is attached.
Comm. 759: AN ORDINANCE "TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74. AS AMENDED, "fHE
(Bill 322) OPERATING BUDGF.~T FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWA['1 FOR TUE FISCA[.
YF;AR ENDING JUNK 30, 2005 (by appropriating a $10,000 Computer Recycling
Grant); and
(Res. 240-04) RFSOLU'I'ION AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT AWARD OF
$10,000 FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF F?NVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMf?NT
SOLID WASTE DIVISION'S COMPU"I~ER RECYCLING PROJEC"I~
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 10, 2004, transmitting the
above bill and resolution. "The Department of Environmental Management is the
recipient of a $10,000 Dell Computer Recycling Grant award and will be using the
funds to conduct a computer recycling event in West Hawaii.
Comm. 760: REPORT ON THE SALE AND ISSUANCE. OF GENERA. OBLIGATION
BONUS 2004 SERIES, A, B, AND C, $55,020,000
From Finance Director William "1"akaba, dated September 13, 2004, submitting the
above report pursuant to the authority granted by Ordinance Nos. 04-59 and 04-81.
Comm. 762: A RESOLUTION "TRANSFERRING/APPROPRIATING AN APPROPRIA"LION
(Res. 241-04) OUT AND FROM'THIi DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT(S) AND CREDITING
SAME "TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT(S) (transfers $4,000 from the
Clerk-Council Services-Contingency Relief account, and credits same to the Parks
and Recreation, Elderly Activities Division, Coordinated Services Program Income-
Miscellaneous Contract Services account)
From Finance Committee Chair Aaron S.Y. Chung, dated September 20, 2004,
transmitting the above resolution. "The purpose of the resolution is to provide free
bus transportation for senior citizens to attend the 2004 and 2005 "Senior Citizens
Wellness Fairs" in East Hawaii on November 4, 2004, and West I lawai'i in
March 2005.
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Comm. 771: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE: NO. 04-74, AS AMIiNDED, THE
(Bill 328) OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE, F1SCA[.
YEAR ENDING JUNE, 30, 2005 (by appropriating the Department of the Interior
National Park Service's funds of $250,000 for a Volcano Fire Truckl
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22, 2004, transmitting the
above bill. On July 23, 2004, the County Council adopted Resolution 209-04, which
authorized the Fire Department to accept the above funds. The funds will be used
towards the purchase of a structural fire engine for Fire Station 19 (Volcano). The
additional County funding needed to complete this purchase is included in the current
budget for the Fire Department.
Comm. 772: RESOLUTION AUTHORI7,ING'fHE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OP A LATER
(Res. 242-04) FISCAL YEAR AND OF' MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A
MULTI-YEAR LEASE FOR A COPIER (for the Kona Mayor's Office)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22, 2004, transmitting the
above resolution. T'he present copier breaks down frequently and the technician
states it can no longer be repaired because of its age and condition. The current cost
in rental and usage payments is $168 per month. By leasing a new machine for $58
per month, the office will have increased efficiency and will save money.
Comm. 773: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 04-75, AS AMENDED,
(Bill 330) RELATING'f0 PUBLIC IMPROVEMEN`fS AND FINANCING THEREOF I'OR
FHE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2004 TO.iUNE 30, ?005 (by adding the Public
Works, Old Volcano Trail, Kea`au Town to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park -
Federal project for $100,000)
Prom Finance Director William "fakaba, dated September 22, ?004, transmitting the
above bill. This pro,jeet addresses the resource management needs related to
expanded access to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and includes the planning
and design of the Old Volcano Trail, for tourism and recreational travel Funding for
this project is being provided from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
Public Lands Highways Discretionary Funds.
Comm. 774: AN ORDINANC[? "I~O AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMI?NDED, "fHE
(Bill 331) OPERATING BUDGET FOR TF[E COUN"I'Y OF }IAWAf'I FOR THE FISCAI.
YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, ?005 (by appropriating the excess fuel tax revenues
collected in Fiscal Year 2003-2004, in the amount of $261,239.24 to the Capital
Projects Fund1
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22, ?004, transmitting the
above bill.
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Comm. 775: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMENDED. 'hHE
(Bill 332) OPERATING BUDGET FOR'fHE COUNTY OF HAWAI'[ FOR THG FISCAI.
YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2005 (by appropriating excess fuel tax revenues of
$216,061.80 collected from the third increment of the fuel tax increase
for 2002-2004 to various TEA-21 and local road improvement proiects)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22. 2004, transmitting the
above bill. Actual revenues collected exceeded the $6 million of projected revenues
established by Ordinance 03-92. 7~he excess revenues are being distributed using the
same procedures and percentages established by Ordinance 03-62. 'fhe "FEA ? 1
projects, listed on Exhibit A of the bill, are being included to account for late billings
from the State of Hawaii and unanticipated supplemental or change order work.
Comm. 776: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMENDED, 'fHG
(Bill 333) OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWA]'1 FOR'fHE FISCAL
YEAR ENDING JUNG 30, 2005 (by appropriating in lieu fees and interest income
from the fund balance of the County Housing Revolving fund of $1.345.76 to various
County Housing Revolving Fund accounts)
Prom Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22. 2004, transmitting the
above bill. The funds will be maintained separately and will be expended in
accordance to the requirements of their respective housing agreements.
Comm. 777: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDWANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMENDED. THE
(Bill 334) OPf;RA"f1NG BUllGE'f FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI'f FOR TILE FISCAL
YEAR F,NDING JUNE 30, 2005 (by appropriating additional funds of $12,47> to the
Traffic Investigation Grant Program)
From Finance Director Wiliam Takaba, dated September 22.2004. transmitting the
above bill. 'fhe State Department of Transportation Public Affairs -Safe Community
Program is providing additional funding to the above program. The grant funds will
he used to reduce the number of alcohol related fatalities and injuries, increase public
awareness and provide a constant deterrence against drunk driving. This
appropriation to the Traffic ~fraining and Equipment account will bring the total grant
appropriation to $27.47.
Comm. 778: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMIiNDED. THF.
(Bill 335) OPERATING BUDGF,"C FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI`1 FOR THE FISCAI,
YEAR F,NDING JUNI: 30. 2005 (by appropriating additional funds of'$444 to the
Click It or'Ficket Program)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22, 2004, transmitting the
above bill. The State Department of Transportation Public Affairs -Safe Community
Program is providing additional funding to the above program. 'fhe grant funds will
be used to reduce the fatalities and injuries to front seat occupants, and rear scat
occupants aged 17 and under, of motor vehicle collisions by improving awareness of
state laws. 'hhis appropriation will bring the total grant amount to $15,444.
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Comm. 779: AN ORDINANCE'1'O AMEND ORDINANCE. NO. 04-74, AS AMF_NDGD.'fI1F.
(Bill 336) OPERATING BUDGE"1' FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR TI1F. FISCAI.
YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2005 (by appropriating additional funds of $10,000 to the
Seat Belt Grant Program)
From Finance Director William "takaba, dated September 22, 2004, transmitting the
above bill. The Slate Department of Transportation Public Affairs -Safe Community
Program is providing additional funding to the above program. The grant funds will
he used to reduce the fatalities and injuries to front seat occupants, and rear seat
occupants aged 17 and under, of motor vehicle collisions by improving awareness of
state laws. "this appropriation will bring the total grant amount to $60,000.
Comm. 780: AN ORDINANCE "t0 AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMI?NDED.'tHE
(Bill 337) OPERATING BUDGE"I~ FOR THE, COUNTY OF HAWAF[ FOR'fHE FISCAI.
YF;AR ENDING JUNE 30, 2005 (by appropriating additional funds of $22.400 to the
Speed Enforcement Grant Proms)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22, 2004, transmitting the
above bill. The State Department of'Transportation Public Affairs -Safe Community
Program is providing additional funding to the above program. "the purpose of this
speed enforcement grant is to reduce the number of motor vehicle collisions resulting
in injuries and fatalities caused by speeding drivers. This appropriation will bring the
total grant amount to $56,000.
Comm. 781: RESOLUTION AUI'HORILING THE OFFICE OF THE, MAYOR "tO ENTER
(Res. 243-04) lNFO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE S"I'ATF. OF HAWAII DEPARTMEN"I~ OF
"TRANSPORTATION, PURSUANT TO HRS 46-7, FOR A COMMUNI'l~Y BASF?D
TRAFFIC COORDINATOR GRANT FOR "CHE HAWAII COUNTY POLICE
DEPAR"I'MENT; and
(Bill 338) AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE, NO. 04-74. AS AMENDED,'tHE
OPERATING BUDGE"I' FOR "fHE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR TI lE FISCAI,
YEAR ENDING JUNE, 30, 2005 (by appropriating a $52.000 Community Based
"traffic Coordinator Grant)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22.2004, transmitting the
above resolution and bill. 'the State Department of Transportation Public Affairs -
Safe Community Program has authorized the above grant to the Hawaii County
Police Department. 'I~hese grant funds will be used to reduce the number of alcohol.
speed, and seatbelt non-use related traffic fatalities and injuries by providing a
community based coordinator to plan and coordinate activities and to be a liaisun
between state, county and community agencies and organizations.
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Comm. 782: RESOLU'T'ION AUTHORIZING THE OFFICE OF '1 HE MAYOR TO ENTER
(Res. 244-04) INTO AN AGREEMENT WI'T'H THE STATE OF HAWAI`1 DEPARTMENT OP
TRANSPORTATION, PURSUANT TO HRS 46-7, FOR A HAWAII COUNTY
1?OLICE DEPARTMENT ROADBLOCK PROGRAM GRANT• and
(Bill 339) AN ORDINANCE. TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMIiNDED. 'fHE
OPERATING BUDGE"F FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR'fHE FISCAL
YEAR ENDING .TUNE 30, 2005 (by appropriating a $138,700 Roadblock Program
Grant)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22.2004, transmitting the
above resolution and bill. The State Department of Transportation Public Affairs -
Safe Community Program has authorized the above grant to the Hawaii County
Police Department. These grant funds will be used to reduce the number of alcohol
related traffic fatalities and injuries, to increase public awareness, and to provide a
constant deterrence against impaired driving by conducting impaired driving
roadblocks.
Comm. 783: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR "I"O EN"FER
(Res. 245-04) IN"FO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE: OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF
IRANSPORTA"I7ON, PURSUANT TO HRS 46-7, FOR A DA"I'A GRANT FOR
THE HAWAI'1 COUN~fY POLICE DEPARTMENT; and
(Bill 340) AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 04-74, AS AMENDED, ~f1IF.
OPERATING BUDGE"f FOR THE COUNTY OP HAWAI'1 FOR THE FISCAI.
YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2005 (by appropriating a $10,000 Police Department
Data Grant)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 22, 2004, transmitting the
above resolution and bill. 'fhe State Department of Transportation Public Affairs -
Safe Commm~ity Program has authorized the above grant to the 1 lawai'i County
Police Department. These grant fiords will be used to initiate activities such as
legislation that affects electronic data transfer and the implementation of I lawai' is
statewide data system.
Comm. 784: RESOLUTION AU"I"HORIZ.ING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR "f0 DISPOSE. OF
(Res. 246-04) DONATED LANDS 1N KALAPANA SEA VIEW ESTATES, SITUA"FE AT
KALAPANA, PUNA, HAWAII. BEING TAX MAP Kb'YS:(3)1-2-034-078 AND
1-2-034-094, BY PUBLIC AUCTION (appraised by the Real Property Tax Office to
have a fair market value of $16,000 for each uarcel)
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated September 21.2004, transmitting the
above resolution.
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC/ADJOURNMENT
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The meeting place is accessible for persons with physical disabilities. Persons who need special
accommodations to attend this meeting should call 961-8245 by October 1, 2004. Persons using TUDs
may call 961-8521.
(Copies of this agenda and the communications are posted and filed at the County Clerk's Oftce,
25 Aupuni St.. Hilo; the Office of the Mayor, 75-5706 Kuakini Highway, Suite 103, Kailua-Kona; and
the Kona Councibnembers' Office, 77-6399 Nalani St., Suite 104, Kailua-Kona. For further
information, please call 961-8245. Those wishing to testify, please register with the County Clerk's
staff prior to the convening of the meeting. If possible, submit fifteen (15) written copies of the
testimony to staff prior to the convening of the meeting.)
V[EWIN(i OF MEETING ON GOVERNMF,NT ACCESS "fELGVISION -Channel 52 (Hilo/Kong)
Public Works and Intergovernmental Relations and Finance Committee meetings - "fuesdays.
October 12 and 19. 2004, at 8:30 p.m.; Human Services and Economic Development and Planning
Committee meetings -'I~hursdays, October 14 and 21, 2004, at 830 p.m.; and all four Committee
meetings -Sunday. October 24. 2004, at 10:30 a.m.