HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2007/07/10 2006-2008 PETE HOFFMANN BRENDA FORD
'6 STACY K. HIGA
Chair & Presiding O,~cer '4S.
DONALD IKEDA
K. ANGEL PILAGO BOB JACOBSON
vice Chair y EMILY I. NAEOLE
~ DOMINIC YAGONG
J YOSHIMOTO
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawaii
Hawai `i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
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15`~ Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawaii County Council
333 Kilauea Avenue
(Ben Franklin Building)
Second Floor, Council Room
Hilo, Hawaii
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
8:30 a.m.
INVOCATION Reverend Larry Walter of First United Protestant Church
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile- communication devices on silent mode.)
Serving the Interests of the People of Our Island
Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Hawaii County Council-15 Page 2 July ]0, 2007
MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERTT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE
8:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON COMMUNICATIONS AND ORDER OF
RESOLUTIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 231-07: Accepts the Dedication of 1,224 Square Feet, More or Less (for Existing Drainage
Channel) from Maya Z. Hamburger, Trustee of the Maya Z. Hamburger Trust,
Situated at Pa`au`au, District of Ka`u, County and State of Hawaii, Being a Portion
of Tax Map Key No. (3)9-6-022:045, to the County of Hawaii. {Department of
Puhlic Works has plans and funding for continuing and maintaining the existing
drainage channel (providing runoff and flood control to portions of Pahala Village
Subdivision, 9"' Series, and its public roadways).}; and FC-113.
Res. 234-07: Authorizes the Acceptance of the Sewage Works Constructed by Surf and Land
LLC, and Authorizes the Reimbursement of the Partial Cost for the Sewage Works.
{The sewer line extension is located at Holualoa 1~` and 2"tl, North Kona, Hawaii,
along Stardust Lane and connects to the existing County system located on
Ali`i Drive.};and EMC-7.
Res. 235-07: Requests the Planning Director to Initiate an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 25,
Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as Amended) Relating to Zoning.
{Permits wind energy facilities in the Open zoned district, provided that a use
permit is issued for each use.}; and PC-34.
Res. 236-07: Authorizes the Office of the Mayor to Enter Into an Agreement with the United
States of America, Pursuant to HRS 46-7, for the Justice Assistance Grant. {Funds
would be used by the Police Department to start a Documents Management System
utilizing DVD storage to replace their present system of microfilming police
reports, and to purchase new portable Alternate Light Source kits that enhance trace
evidence detection at crime scenes.}; and FC-] 14.
Res. 237-07: Authorizes the Acceptance of a Donation of an "E Series ACLS" Defibrillator,
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack, Pediahic Blood Pressure Cuff, Large Adult
Blood Pressure Cuff and In-Service Training Compact Disc from the Ocean View
Community Association to the Hawaii Fire Department. {Donated items have a
total estimated value of $19,640.30 and would be assigned to the Hawaiian Ocean
View Estates fire station to provide improved emergency medical services for the
Ocean View community.}; and FC-115.
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Res. 242-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $3,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation Culture and
Arts Other Current Expense (4th of July 2007). Discretionary funds from District 4
would be used towards defraying some of the costs associated with the 4~' of
July 2007 program.}
Res. 243-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $9,200 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Current Expense (Waiakea Recreation Center -mats).
Discretionary funds from District 4 would be used towards the purchase and
installation of new mats for the Waiakea Recreation Center.}
Res. 244-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $8,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Cun•ent Expense (Positive Coaching Alliance Big Island).
Discretionary funds from District 3 would be used towards the Positive Coaching
Alliance Big Island's certification training program.}
Res. 250-07: Authorizes the Payment of Funds of a Later Fiscal Year and More Than One Fiscal
Year for aMulti-Year Lease (three years) of Real Property at the Hilo Lagoon
Centre for the Department of Research and Development. {Unit #1014C located at
the Hilo Lagoon Centre, 101 Aupuni Street, Hilo, contains an area of 2,622 square
feet (lease will begin on August 1, 2007).}
Res. 251-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Current Expense (15'n Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt-$1,000;
Halloween Pro~ram-$1,000). Discretionary funds from District 3 would be used
towards the 15` Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt and the Halloween program.}
Res. 252-07: Accepts the Grant of Easement from Classic Pacific Kona LLC to Repair
Mamalahoa Highway in Honokohau ls`, North Kona, Hawaii, Due to the
Earthquake of October I5, 2006. {Acceptance of the grant of easement would
allow the County access over Classic Pacific Kona LLC's property to repair
Mamalahoa Highway.}
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Res. 253-07: Authorizes the Exchange of Real Property with Edmund D. Broussard, Richard D.
Broussard, and Morris Broussard, Tax Map Keys:(3)4-3-012:021 and 022. {The
Water Supply Department desires to exchange Tax Map Key:(3)4-3-012:021 (site of
an existing tank and pump station) with Lot 17-B-2-A-2 (location of a new tank
site) situated at Pa`auilo Homesteads.}
Res. 254-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,300 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Elderly
Activities Division (EAD) Special Programs Other Current Expense ($800 to EAD
Special Progams Other Current Expense (OCE) Miscellaneous Contracts, $1,500 to
EAD Special Programs OCE Miscellaneous Charges, Hawaii State Senior Citizens
Softball Tournament). Discretionary funds from District 8 would be used towards
costs associated with hosting the 2007 Hawaii State Senior Citizens Softball
Tournament at Kailua Park.}
Res. 255-07: Approves the Cost Adjustments and Benefits for Excluded Employees of the
Legislative Branch of the County of Hawaii. {Adopts the provisions of Executive
Order No. 148 issued by Mayor Harry Kim on June 25, 2007.}
Res. 256-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Current Expense (15s' Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt-$1,000
Halloween Program-$1,000). Discretionary funds from District 4 would be used
towards the "15s' Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt" and the Halloween programs.}
Res. 257-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,300 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Elderly
Activities Division (EAD) Special Programs Other Current Expense (OCE) ($800 to
EAD Special Programs OCE Miscellaneous Contracts, $1,500 to EAD Special
Programs OCE Miscellaneous Charges, Hawaii State Senior Citizens Softball
Tournament). Discretionary funds from District 9 would be used towards costs
associated with hosting the 2007 Hawaii State Senior Citizens Softball Tournament
at Kailua Park.}
9:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST
READING) AND REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 51 Amends Chapter 27, Flood Control, Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), as
(Draft 4): Amended, Relating to Stormwater Management. {Updates Chapter 27 to conform
with Federal Insurance program standards and increases regulation of flood areas
and requirements for permits.}; and PWIRC-21
;and
Comm. 176.117: From Council Chair Pete Hoffmann, dated June 18, 2007, transmitting a proposed
amendment to Bill 51, Draft 4.
Bill 82: Amends Ordinance No. 02-21, Which Amended Ordinance No. 98-87, Which
Amended Ordinance No. 90-008, and Which Reclassified Lands from Agricultural -
20 Acre (A-20a) to Agricultural - 3 Acre (A-3a) at Kahua 151, North Kohala,
Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 5-9-007:007 (Time Extension to Condition C -
Subdivision Approval; approx. 28.832 acres). {Elwin F. Hussey, Applicant.}; and
PC-35.
Bill ] 10: Amends Section 25-8-33 (City of Hilo Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning
Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by Changing the District
Classification from Agricultural 1-Acre (A-la) to Neighborhood Commercial -
2Q000 Square Feet (CN-20) at Ponahawai, South Hilo, Hawaii, Covered by Tax
Map Key 2-3-037:011 (approx. 1.022 acres). {Justin Pittullo and Nancy Hamada,
Applicants.}; and PC-33
;and
Comm. 456.1: From Council Member Brenda Ford, dated June 22, 2007, transmitting a proposed
amendment.
Bill 1 15: Amends Chapter 11 (Housing Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(1995 Edition), as Amended by Ordinance OS-23, by Amending Sections 11-3(5) to
Require Affordable Units to be the Primary Residence of a Buyer or Renter and
11-5(c) to Ensure that Developers Maintain Affordability and Compliance with
Resale Restrictions.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the following cases, pursuant to
Section 92S(a)(4), Hawai` i Revised Statutes, as amended, for the purpose of consulting with the
Corporation Counsel and/or its attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the Council's powers, duties,
privileges, immunities and liabilities, including the current status of the litigation. A 2/3 vote pursuant to
HRS Section 92-4 and Rule 12 of the Rules of Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an
executive meeting.
Comm. 7.3: WASTE REDUCTION TECHNOLOGY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
N0. 2210 REOUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
From Finance Director William Takaba, dated June 25, 2007.
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Comm. 176.84; BILL 51, DRAFT 3, REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO HAWAII COUNTY
CODE CHAPTER 27 FLOOD CONTROL
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Ivan M. Torigoe, dated May 23, 2007.
Comm. 493: CLAIM AGAINST THE COUNTY/PATSY S. HAMADA
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Joseph K. Kamelamela, dated June 26, 2007.
1:30 P.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND
OR FINAL READING), REPORTS, AND OTHER BUSINESS
ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 74 Amends Section 25-8-33 (City of Hilo Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning
(Drafr 3): Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by Changing the District
Classification from Single-Family Residential -10,000 Squaze Feet (RS-10) to
Neighborhood Commercial - 40,000 Square Feet (CN-40) at Waiakea, South Hilo,
Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 2-2-39:31, 57, 68, and 69 (approx.
88,317 square feet). {Ginger Patch, DP, LLC, Applicant.}
Bill ] 06 Amends Chapter 19, Article 1 (Administration), Section 19-2, and Article 7 (Tax
(Drafr 3): Maps; Valuations), Section 19-53, of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(2005 Edition), as Amended, Relating to Affordable Rental Housing Classification.
{Provides tax incentives to owners of properties rented at "affordable" rates,}
;and
Comm. 438.4: From Council Member Bob Jacobson, dated June 27, 2007, transmitting a proposed
amendment to Bill 106, Drafr 3.
Bill 112: Amends Chapter 11, Article 1, of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as
Amended), Relating to Affordable Housing. {Extends the requirements for
affordable housing to properties which are being subdivided or developed under
plan approval, in cases where the property was zoned without specific affordable
housing requirements.}
Bill 156 Amends Chapter 11 (Housing), Article 1, Section 11-4(d), Hawai`i County Code
(Draft 6) 1983 (2005 Edition), to Include Affordable Housing Requirements for Industrial
(2004-2006): Park Developments. {Requires industrial park developments, consisting of multiple
individual enterprises which cumulatively generate over 100 employees on a
fulltime equivalent basis, to earn one affordable housing credit for every four
fulltime equivalentjobs created; and rezonings to ML, MG, or MCX, approved after
the effective date of this ordinance with a potential to generate more than one
hundred employees on a full-time equivalent basis must earn one affordable housing
credit for every four full-time equivalent jobs created.}
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Bill 326 Amends Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(Draft 3) (2005 Edition, as Amended), Relating to a University District. {Adds a new
(2004-2006): definition of "University" to Section 25-1-5 and a new division entitled "UNV,
University District" to Article 7, "Special District Regulations".}
(Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Higa and duly seconded by
Ms. Naeole to approve Bi11326, Draft 3. There is a pending motion by
Mr. Higa and duly seconded by Mr. Ikeda to amend Bi11326, Draft 3, with
Communication 155.6.)
;and
Comm. 155.6: From Council Member Stacy K. Higa, dated June 1, 2007, transmitting proposed
amendments to Bill 326, Draft 3.
REPORTS
FINANCIAL Monthly Financial Status Report from the Department of Finance for the
REPORT: Month Ending May 31, 2007.
PWIRC-26 Recommends approval of the nomination of Mr. Myles Y. Miyasato (Council
(Comm. 425): District I) to the Transportation Commission.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda
items.)
Comm. 517: UPDATE ON VETERANS DAY PARADE PLANS
From Council Chair Pete Hoffmann, dated June 29, 2007.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
TUESDAY. JULY 24, 2007
COMMITTEES TBA SHERATON KEAUHOU
BAY RESORT & SPA
WEDNESDAY. JULY 25.2007
COUNCIL 9:00 a.m. SHERATON KEAUHOU
BAY RESORT & SPA
TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007
COUNCIL PUBLIC 6:00 p.m. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
HEARING RE 333 Kilauea Avenue
RESOLUTION 109-07, Ben Franklin Building
DRAFT 2 (Special Fuel Second Floor
Tax Program)
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ADJOURNMENT
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introduce legislation "By Request" on behalf of the requesting party. It does not necessarily signify support of or
opposition to the proposal.
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Copies of an item listed on the agenda may be viewed at the Hawaii County Services Office at 75-5706 Kuakini
Highway, Suite ] 03, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740; at the Office of the County Clerk at 333 Kilauea Avenue,
Hilo, Hawai` i 96720; at the Kona Council Members' Office at the Kailua Trade Center, 75-5706 Hanama Place,
Suite 109, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740; and at the Waimea Council Members' Office at the Holomua Center,
64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite 5, Waimea, Hawaii 96743.
Videoconferencine is available at the following locations:
• Kona Council Office at the Kailua Trade Center; and
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becoming a lobbyist. {Article 15, Section 2-91.3(6), Hawaii County Code} A lobbyist means "any individual
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333 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, Hawaii 96720.
Government Access Television: Channel 52 (Hilo and Kona) Wednesday, July 18, 2007, at 6 p.m.; Sunday,
July 22, 2007, at 10:30 a.m.; and Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at 6 p.m.
PETE HOFFMANN BRENDA FORD
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Chair & Presiding Officer STACY K. HIGA
DONALD IKEDA
K. ANGEL PILAGO BOB JACOBSON
Vice Chair ~'•~,~,M~w~ EMILY I. NAEOLE
DOMINIC YAGONG
J YOSHIMOTO
COUNTY COUNCIL
County ofHawai'i
Hawar'i County Burtdi»g
15 Aupunr Stree[
Hilo, Hawaii 96710
15`h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawaii County Council
333 K7lauea Avenue
(Ben Franklin Building)
Second Floor, Council Room
Hilo, Hawaii
Annotated Version
(This is an unofficial annotated version of the agenda for use by
Council Members and departmental officials.)
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
8:30 a.m.
INVOCATION Reverend Larry Walter of First United Protestant Church
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile- communication devices on silent mode.)
Serving the Interests ojthe People ojOur Island
Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Hawaii County Council-15 Page 2 July 10, 2007
MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERTT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE
8:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON COMMUNICATIONS AND ORDER OF
RESOLUTIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 231-07: Accepts the Dedication of 1,224 Square Feet, More or Less (for Existing Drainage
Channel) from Maya Z. Hamburger, Trustee of the Maya Z. Hamburger Trust,
Situated at Pa`au`au, District of Ka`u, County and State of Hawaii, Being a Portion
of Tax Map Key No. (3)9-6-022:045, to the County of Hawaii. {Department of
Public Works has plans and funding for continuing and maintaining the existing
drainage channel (providing runoff and flood control to portions of Pahala Village
Subdivision, 9`s Series, and its public roadways).}
Re: Comm. 455
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Approve: FC-113
Res. 234-07: Authorizes the Acceptance of the Sewage Works Constructed by Surf and Land
LLC, and Authorizes the Reimbursement of the Partial Cost for the Sewage Works.
{The sewer line extension is located at Holualoa ls` and 2"d, North Kona, Hawaii,
along Stardust Lane and connects to the existing County system located on
Ali`i Drive.}
Re: Comm. 470
Intr. by: Mr. Jacobson
Approve: EMC-7
Res. 235-07: Requests the Planning Director to Initiate an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 25,
Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as Amended) Relating to Zoning.
{Permits wind energy facilities in the Open zoned district, provided that a use
permit is issued for each use.}
Re: Comm. 472
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
Approve: PC-34
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Res. 236-07: Authorizes the Office of the Mayor to Enter Into an Agreement with the United
States of America, Pursuant to HRS 46-7, for the Justice Assistance Grant. {Funds
would be used by the Police Department to start a Documents Management System
utilizing DVD storage to replace their present system of microfilming police
reports, and to purchase new portable Alternate Light Source kits that enhance trace
evidence detection at crime scenes.}
Re: Comm. 473
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Approve: FC-114
Res. 237-07: Authorizes the Acceptance of a Donation of an "E Series ACLS" Defibrillator,
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack, Pediatric Blood Pressure Cuff, Large Adult
Blood Pressure Cuff and In-Service Training Compact Disc from the Ocean View
Community Association to the Hawaii Fire Department. {Donated items have a
total estimated value of $19,640.30 and would be assigned to the Hawaiian Ocean
View Estates fire station to provide improved emergency medical services for the
Ocean View community.}
Re: Comm. 474
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Approve: FC-115
Res. 242-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $3,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation Culture and
Arts Other Current Expense (4th of July 2007). Discretionary funds from District 4
would be used towards defraying some of the costs associated with the 4`" of
July 2007 program.}
Re: Comm. 489
Intr. by: Mc Higa
Waived: FC
Res. 243-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $9,200 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Current Expense (Waiakea Recreation Center -mats).
Discretionary funds from District 4 would be used towards the purchase and
installation of new mats for the Waiakea Recreation Center.}
Re: Comm. 490
Intr. by: Mr. Higa
Waived: FC
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Res. 244-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $8,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Pazks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Current Expense (Positive Coaching Alliance Big Island).
Discretionary funds from District 3 would be used towards the Positive Coaching
Alliance Big Island's certification training program.}
Re: Comm. 492
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
Waived: FC
Res. 250-07: Authorizes the Payment of Funds of a Later Fiscal Year and More Than One Fiscal
Year for aMulti-Year Lease (three years) of Real Property at the Hilo Lagoon
Centre for the Department of Research and Development. {Unit #1014C located at
the Hilo Lagoon Centre, 101 Aupuni Street, Hilo, contains an azea of 2,622 square
feet (lease will begin on August 1, 2007).}
Re: Comm. 510
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Waived: FC
Res. 251-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Pazks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Current Expense (15's Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt-$1,000;
Halloween Pro~ram-$1,000). Discretionary funds from District 3 would be used
towards the 15` Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt and the Halloween program.}
Re: Comm. 511
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
Waived: FC
Res. 252-07: Accepts the Grant of Easement from Classic Pacific Kona LLC to Repair
Mamalahoa Highway in Honokohau ls`, North Kona, Hawaii, Due to the
Earthquake of October 15, 2006. {Acceptance of the grant of easement would
allow the County access over Classic Pacific Kona LLC's property to repair
Mamalahoa Highway.}
Re: Comm. 512
Intr. by: Ms. Ford (B/R)
Waived: PWIRC
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Res. 253-07: Authorizes the Exchange of Real Property with Edmund D. Broussard, Richard D.
Broussard, and Morris Broussazd, Tax Map Keys:(3)4-3-012:021 and 022. {The
Water Supply Department desires to exchange Tax Map Key:(3)4-3-012:021 (site of
an existing tank and pump station) with Lot 17-B-2-A-2 (location of a new tank
site) situated at Pa`auilo Homesteads.}
Re: Comm. 513
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Waived: FC
Res. 254-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,300 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Pazks and Recreation, Elderly
Activities Division (EAD) Special Programs Other Current Expense ($800 to EAD
Special Programs Other Current Expense (OCE) Miscellaneous Contracts, $1,500 to
EAD Special Programs OCE Miscellaneous Charges, Hawaii State Senior Citizens
Softball Tournament). Discretionary funds from District 8 would be used towards
costs associated with hosting the 2007 Hawaii State Senior Citizens Softball
Tournament at Kailua Park.}
Re: Comm. 514
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
Waived: FC
Res. 255-07: Approves the Cost Adjustments and Benefits for Excluded Employees of the
Legislative Branch of the County of Hawaii. {Adopts the provisions of Executive
Order No. 148 issued by Mayor Harry Kim on June 25, 2007.}
Re: Comm. 515
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
Waived: FC
Res. 256-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Other Current Expense (15`" Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt-$1,000
Halloween Program-$1,000). Discretionary funds from District 4 would be used
towards the "15th Annual Biggest Easter Egg Hunt" and the Halloween programs.}
Re: Comm. 516
Intr. by: Mr. Higa
Waived: FC
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Res. 257-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $2,300 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Elderly
Activities Division (EAD) Special Programs Other Current Expense (OCE) ($800 to
EAD Special Programs OCE Miscellaneous Contracts, $1,500 to EAD Special
Programs OCE Miscellaneous Charges, Hawaii State Senior Citizens Softball
Tournament). Discretionary funds from District 9 would be used towards costs
associated with hosting the 2007 Hawaii State Senior Citizens Softball Tournament
at Kailua Pazk.}
Re: Comm. 518
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
Waived: FC
9:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST
READING) AND REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIIiST READING)
Bill 51 Amends Chapter 27, Flood Control, Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), as
(Draft 4): Amended, Relating to Stormwater Management. {Updates Chapter 27 to conform
with Federal Insurance program standards and increases regulation of flood areas
and requirements for permits.}
Re: Comm. 176.112
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
Approve: PWIRC-21
Postponed: June 1, 2007
,and Comms. 176.113-176.16; and
Comm. 176.117: From Council Chair Pete Hoffmann, dated June 18, 2007, transmitting a proposed
amendment to Bill 51, Draft 4; and
Comm. 176.1 18: From Public Works Director Bruce C. McClure, P. E., dated June 29, 2007,
transmitting summazies of two Flood Plain Management Community Group
meetings held on June 22 and June 26, 2007 (to work on a draft for the Flood Plain
Management Program bill).
Bill 82: Amends Ordinance No. 02-21, Which Amended Ordinance No. 98-87, Which
Amended Ordinance No. 90-008, and Which Reclassified Lands from Agricultural -
20 Acre (A-20a) to Agricultural - 3 Acre (A-3a) at Kahua 1 s`, North Kohala,
Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 5-9-007:007 (Time Extension to Condition C -
Subdivision Approval; approx. 28.832 acres). {Elwin F. Hussey, Applicant.}
Re: Comm. 306
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
Approve: PC-35
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Bill 110: Amends Section 25-8-33 (City of Hilo Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning
Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by Changing the District
Classification from Agricultural 1-Acre (A-la) to Neighborhood Commercial -
20,000 Square Feet (CN-20) at Ponahawai, South Hilo, Hawaii, Covered by Tax
Map Key 2-3-037:011 (approx. 1.022 acres). {Justin Pittullo and Nancy Hamada,
Applicants. }
Re: Comm. 456
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
Approve: PC-33
,and
Comm. 456.1: From Council Member Brenda Ford, dated June 22, 2007, transmitting a proposed
amendment.
Bill 115: Amends Chapter 1 I (Housing Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(1995 Edition), as Amended by Ordinance OS-23, by Amending Sections 11-3(5) to
Require Affordable Units to be the Primary Residence of a Buyer or Renter and
11-5(c) to Ensure that Developers Maintain Affordability and Compliance with
Resale Restrictions.
Re: Comm. 485
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
Approve: CHA -June 19, 2007
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the following cases, pursuant to
Section 92-5(a)(4), Hawaii Revised Statutes, as amended, for the purpose of consulting with the
Corporation Counsel and/or its attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the Council's powers, duties,
privileges, immunities and liabilities, including the current status of the litigation. A 2/3 vote pursuant to
HRS Section 92-4 and Rule 12 of the Rules of Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an
executive meeting.
Comm. 7.3: WASTE REDUCTION TECHNOLOGY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
NO. 2210 REOUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
From Finance Director William Talcaba, dated June 25, 2007.
Comm. 176.84: BILL 51, DRAFT 3, REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO HAWAII COUNTY
CODE, CHAPTER 27, FLOOD CONTROL
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Ivan M. Torigoe, dated May 23, 2007.
Postponed: June 1, 2007
Comm. 493: CLAIM AGAINST THE COUNTY/PATSY S. HAMADA
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Joseph K. Kamelamela, dated June 26, 2007.
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1:30 P.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND
OR FINAL READING), REPORTS, AND OTHER BUSINESS
ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 74 Amends Section 25-8-33 (City of Hilo Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning
(Drafr 3): Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), by Changing the District
Classification from Single-Family Residential - 10,000 Square Feet (RS-10) to
Neighborhood Commercial - 40,000 Square Feet (CN-40) at Waiakea, South Hilo,
Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 2-2-39:31, 57, 68, and 69 (approx.
88,317 square feet). {Ginger Patch, DP, LLC, Applicant.}
Re: Comm. 255.6
Intr, by: Ms. Ford
1 s` Reading: June 1, 2007
Held Over Pursuant
to Council Rule 25(e): June 2Q, 2007
Bill 106 Amends Chapter 19, Article 1 (Administration), Section 19-2, and Article 7 (Tax
(Draft 3): Maps; Valuations), Section 19-53, of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(2005 Edition), as Amended, Relating to Affordable Rental Housing Classification.
{Provides tax incentives to owners of properties rented at "affordable" rates.}
Re: Comm. 438.5
Intr. by: Mr. Pilago
ls` Reading: June 20, 2007
;and
Comm. 438.4: From Council Member Bob Jacobson, dated June 27, 2007, Vansmitting a proposed
amendment to Bill 106, Drafr 3.
Bill 112: Amends Chapter 11, Article 1, of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as
Amended), Relating to Affordable Housing. {Extends the requirements for
affordable housing to properties which are being subdivided or developed under
plan approval, in cases where the property was zoned without specific affordable
housing requirements.}
Re: Comm. 465
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
1 s` Reading: June 20, 2007
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Bill 156 Amends Chapter 11 (Housing), Article 1, Section 11-4(d), Hawai`i County Code
(Draft 6) 1983 (2005 Edition), to Include Affordable Housing Requirements for Industrial
(2004-2006): Park Developments. {Requires industrial pazk developments, consisting of multiple
individual enterprises which cumulatively generate over 100 employees on a
fulltime equivalent basis, to earn one affordable housing credit for every four
fulltime equivalent jobs created; and rezonings to ML, MG, or MCX, approved after
the effective date of this ordinance with a potential to generate more than one
hundred employees on a full-time equivalent basis must earn one affordable housing
credit for every four full-time equivalent jobs created.}
Re: Comm. 200.46
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Postponed: November 9 and December 7, 2005
1 s` Reading: Mazch 9, 2007
Held Over Pursuant
to Council Rule 26(e): March 21, April 4 and 18, 2007
Filed: May 2, 2007 (due to the vote of 4-ayes
and 5-noes)
Reconsidered: May 16, 2007 (motion to reconsider
passes due to the vote of 8-ayes and
1-no)
Held Over Pursuant
to Council Rule 11-9(b):June 1, 2007 (Note: Pursuant to Council
Rule No. 11-9(b), due to the tie vote of
4-ayes, 4-noes, and 1-absent, this matter
has been placed on this agenda.)
Held Over Pursuant
to Council Rule 25(e): June 20, 2007
Bill 326 Amends Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(Drafr 3) (2005 Edition, as Amended), Relating to a University District. {Adds a new
(2004-2006): deSnition of "University" to Section 25-1-5 and a new division entitled "UNV,
University District" to Article 7, "Special District Regulations".}
Re: Comm. 155.4
Intr. by: Mr. Higa
ls` Reading: May 2, 2007
Held Over Pursuant
to Council Rule 25(e): May 16, 2007
Postponed: June I, 2007
(Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Higa and duly seconded by
Ms. Naeole to approve Bi11326, Draft 3. There is a pending motion by
Mr. Higa and duly seconded by Mr. Ikeda to amend Bi11326, Draft 3, with
Communication 155.6.)
;and
Comm. 155.6: From Council Member Stacy K. Higa, dated June 1, 2007, transmitting proposed
amendments to Bill 326, Draft 3.
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REPORTS
FINANCIAL Monthly Financial Status Report from the Department of Finance for the
REPORT: Month Ending May 31, 2007.
PWIRC-26 Recommends approval of the nomination of Mr. Myles Y. Miyasato (Council
(Comm. 425): District 1) to the Transportation Commission.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda
items.)
Comm. 517: UPDATE ON VETERANS DAY PARADE PLANS
From Council Chair Pete Hoffmann, dated June 29, 2007.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
TUESDAY, JULY 24. 2007
COMMITTEES TBA SHERATON KEAUHOU
BAY RESORT & SPA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 25, 2007
COUNCIL 9:00 a.m. SHERATON KEAUHOU
BAY RESORT & SPA
TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007
COUNCIL PUBLIC 6:00 p.m. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
HEARING RE 333 Kilauea Avenue
RESOLUTION 109-07, Ben Franklin Building
DRAFT 2 (Special Fuel Second Floor
Tax Program)
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.
The meeting place is accessible for persons with disabilities. Persons who need special accommodations for this
meeting should call 96]-8255 by July 6, 2007. Persons using TDDs may call 961-8521.
Copies of an item listed on the agenda may be viewed at the Hawaii County Services Office at 75-5706 Kuakini
Highway, Suite 103, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740; at the Office of the County Clerk at 333 Kilauea Avenue,
Hilo, Hawaii 96720; at the Kona Council Members' Office at the Kailua Trade Center, 75-5706 Hanama Place,
Suite 109, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740; and at the Waimea Council Members' Office at the Holomua Center,
64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite 5, Waimea, Hawaii 96743.
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Videoconferencine is available at the following locations:
• Kona Council Office at the Kailua Trade Center; and
• Waimea Council Office at the Holomua Center.
If, for technical or other unanticipated reasons the video connection cannot be made and/or is disrupted, the
scheduled meeting will continue.
• Videoconferencing from the Pahoa Neighborhood Facility will not be available.
Submittine Testimony: Those persons wishing to testify in person must register with the Council/Clerk's staff.
Those testifying in person and submitting written testimony should bring seventeen (171 copies of the testimony
for distribution at the meeting. Those persons unable to testify in person may submit testimony (1) by mail to the
County Clerk's Office in Hilo at 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, (2) by facsimile to (808) 961-8912, or
(3) by e-mail to counciltestimony@co.hawaii.hi.us. Please submit a separate testimony for each item. For
testimonies submitted by e-mail or fax, copies will be made and distributed at the meeting when transmitted in a
timely manner. In any case, both oral and written testimony will be considered public record.
Notice to Lobbyists: If you are a lobbyist, you must register with the Hawaii County Clerk within five days of
becoming a lobbyist. {Article 15, Section 2-91.3(b), Hawaii County Code} A lobbyist means "any individual
engaged for pay or other consideration who spends more than five hours in any month or $275 in any six-month
period for the purpose of attempting to influence legislative or administrative action by communicating or urging
others to communicate with public officials." {Article 15, Section 2-91.3(a)(6), Hawaii County Code}
Registration forms and expenditure report documents are available at the Office of the County Clerk-Council,
333 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, Hawaii 96720.
Government Access Television: Channel 52 (Hilo and Kona) Wednesday, July 18, 2007, at 6 p.m.; Sunday,
July 22, 2007, at 10:30 a.m.; and Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at 6 p.m.