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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2007/08/01 2006-2008 PETE HOFFMANN BRENDA FORD Chan & Presiding Officer STAGY K. HIGA DONALD [KEDA K. ANGEL PILAGO BOB JACOBSON Vice Char •,''».o,,N',NJ~ EMILY I. NAEOLE DOMINIC YAGONG J YOSH[MOTO COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hawaii County Building 25 Aupuni Stree[ Hrlo, Hawaii 96720 17'x' Session f`:'~ ORDER OF BUSINESS c._ Hawaii County Council 333 KSlauea Avenue (Ben Franklin Building) Second Floor, Council Room Hilo, Hawaii Wednesday, August 1, 2007 9:00 a.m. INVOCATION Minister Earl Ikeda of Puna Hongwanji Mission 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-17 Page 2 August 1, 2007 MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE 9:00 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON COMMUNICATION 547 COMMUNICATIONS Comm. 547: PRESENTATION ENTITLED "ENERGY SELF-SUFFICIENCY" From Council Chair Pete Hoffmann, dated July 16, 2007, requesting this presentation regarding the current state of the County's energy policies, recommendations by the Task Force who started the preparation of the Hawaii Island Energy Self-Sufficiency Plan, and the need for an updated Model Energy Code for the County. 10:15 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 271-07: 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 (Halloween Program in South Hilo-$1,000 and Halloween Program in Puna-$1,000). Contingency Relief funds from District 5 would be used towards the South Hilo and Puna Halloween programs.} Res. 272-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $20,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services - Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Public Works Transfer to Highway Fund (Traffic Division Equipment) (To be allotted to North Kulani Road Smart Signs). Contingency Relief funds from District 3 would be used to purchase two Smart Signs.} Res. 274-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $9,760 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current Expense (Hawai`i Speed and Quickness Athletic Skills Training Clinic). Contingency Relief funds from District 1 would be used on the Hawaii Speed and Quickness Athletic Skills Training Clinic to be held in Honoka`a. } Hawaii County Council-17 Page 3 August 1, 2007 Res. 275-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $5,600 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Fire Department Training and Volunteer Fire Other Current Expense Miscellaneous Charges (Hawaiian Paradise Park Volunteer Fire Station Equipment). Contingency Relief funds from District 5 would be used towards the purchase often pagers for the Hawaiian Paradise Park Volunteer Fire Station. } Res. 276-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Culture and Arts Other Current Expense (Hawai`i Island Veterans Memorial, Inc.). Contingency Relief funds from District 8 would be used towards costs associated with the November 10, 2007, Veterans Memorial Pazade.} Res. 277-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $26,400 out and from Clerk-Council Services - Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Transfer to Capital Project Fund-General (To be allotted to Park Improvement Projects -Council District 5). Contingency Relief funds from District 5 would be used as a grant to the Puna Friends of the Parks for the completion of the Pahoa Skatepark. } Res. 278-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $4,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation Culture/Arts Other Current Expense (ls' Annual Veterans Day Parade). Contingency Relief funds from District 4 would be used as a grant to the Hawaii Island Veterans Memorial, Inc., for the ls` Annual Veterans Day Parade.} Res. 279-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $15,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services - Contingency Relief account; credits same to Hawaii County Police Department Police Administration Division-Equipment Computer Equipment and Software (Mobile Data Terminal Project Server). Contingency Relief funds from District 2 would be used to defray expenses related to a new Mobile Data Terminal Project Server. } Hawaii County Council-17 Page 4 August 1, 2007 Res. 280-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation Culture/Arts Other Current Expense (Is` Annual Veterans Day Parade Contingency Relief funds from District 1 would be used to defray costs of the ls` Annual Veterans Day Parade. } BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FII25T READING) ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING) REPORTS 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 11 of the Rules of Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an executive meeting. OTHER BUSINESS (Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.) ANNOUNCEMENTS TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 COMMITTEES TBA SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA WEDNESDAY. AUGUST 15. 2007 COUNCIL 9:00 a.m. SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2007 COMMITTEES TBA SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6. 2007 COUNCIL 9:00 a.m. SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA Hawaii County Council-17 Page 5 August 1, 2007 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 961-8255 by July 30, 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. V ideoconferencinQ 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. • V ideoconferencing from the Pahoa Neighborhood Facility will not be available. Submitting 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 (17) 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 a-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 I5, 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, August 8, 2007, at 6 p.m.; Sunday, August 12, 2007, at 10:30 a.m.; and Wednesday, August 15, 2007, at 6 p.m. PETE HOFFMANN "'4, BRENDA FORD Choir & Presiding Officer ~ STACY K. RIGA DONALD IKEDA K. ANGEL PILAGO BOB JACOBSON Vrce Char ~~'''~•n?,M~+'J EMILY I. NAEOLE DOMINIC YAGONG J YOSHIMOTO COUNTY COUNCIL County ofHawai'i Hawaii County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawad'i 96720 17'x' Session ORDER OF BUSINESS Hawaii County Council 333 Kilauea 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 ofTicials.) Wednesday, August 1, 2007 9:00 a.m. INVOCATION Minister Earl Ikeda of Puna Hongwanji Mission 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-17 Page 2 August 1, 2007 MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE 9:00 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON COMMUNICATION 547 COMMUNICATIONS Comm. 547: PRESENTATION ENTITLED "ENERGY SELF-SUFFICIENCY" From Council Chair Pete Hoffmann, dated July 16, 2007, requesting this presentation regarding the current state of the County's energy policies, recommendations by the Task Force who started the preparation of the Hawaii Island Energy Self-Sufficiency Plan, and the need for an updated Model Energy Code for the County. 10:15 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 271-07: 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 (Halloween Program in South Hilo-$1,000 and Halloween Program in Puna-$1,000). Contingency Relief funds from District 5 would be used towards the South Hilo and Puna Halloween programs.} Re: Comm. 546 Intr. by: Ms. Naeole Waived: FC Res. 272-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $20,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services - Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Public Works Transfer to Highway Fund (Traffic Division Equipment) (To be allotted to North Kulani Road Smart Signs). Contingency Relief funds from District 3 would be used to purchase two Smart Signs.} Re: Comm. 548 Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto Waived: FC Hawaii County Council-17 Page 3 August 1, 2007 Res. 274-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $9,760 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current Expense (Hawai`i Speed and Quickness Athletic Skills Training Clinic). Contingency Relief funds from District 1 would be used on the Hawaii Speed and Quickness Athletic Skills Training Clinic to be held in Honoka`a. } Re: Comm. 550 Intr. by: Mr. Yagong Waived: FC Res. 275-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $5,600 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Fire Department Training and Volunteer Fire Other Current Expense Miscellaneous Charges (Hawaiian Pazadise Pazk Volunteer Fire Station Equipment). Contingency Relief funds from District 5 would be used towards the purchase often pagers for the Hawaiian Paradise Park Volunteer Fire Station. } Re: Comm. 551 Intr. by: Ms. Naeole Waived: FC Res. 276-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Culture and Arts Other Current Expense (Hawai`i Island Veterans Memorial, Inc.). Contingency Relief funds from District 8 would be used towazds costs associated with the November 10, 2007, Veterans Memorial Parade.} Re: Comm. 552 Intr. by: Mr. Pilago Waived: FC Hawaii County Council-17 Page 4 August 1, 2007 Res. 277-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $26,400 out and from Clerk-Council Services- Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Pazks and Recreation, Transfer to Capital Project Fund-General (To be allotted to Park Improvement Projects -Council District 5). Contingency Relief funds from District 5 would be used as a grant to the Puna Friends of the Pazks for the completion of the Pahoa Skatepark. } Re: Comm. 555 Intr. by: Ms. Naeole Waived: FC Res. 278-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $4,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation Culture/Arts Other Current Expense (ls' Annual Veterans Day Pazade). Contingency Relief funds from District 4 would be used as a grant to the Hawaii Island Veterans Memorial, Inc., for the ]s' Annual Veterans Day Parade.} Re: Comm. 556 Intr. by: Mr. Higa Waived: FC Res. 279-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $15,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services - Contingency Relief account; credits same to Hawaii County Police Department Police Administration Division-Equipment Computer Equipment and Software (Mobile Data Terminal Project Server). Contingency Relief funds from District 2 would be used to defray expenses related to a new Mobile Data Terminal Project Server. } Re: Comm. 557 Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda Waived: FC Hawaii County Council-17 Page 5 August 1, 2007 Res. 280-07: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s). {Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from Clerk-Council Services -Contingency Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation Culture/Arts Other Current Expense (ls` Annual Veterans Day Parade Contingency Relief funds from District 1 would be used to defray costs of the ls` Annual Veterans Day Parade. } Re: Comm. 558 Intr. by: Mr. Yagong Waived: FC BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING) REPORTS 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 11 of the Rules of Procedure of the County Council is necessary to hold an executive meeting. OTHER BUSINESS (Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.) ANNOUNCEMENTS TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 COMMITTEES TBA SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2007 COUNCIL 9:00 a.m. SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2007 COMMITTEES TBA SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA Hawaii County Council-17 Page 6 August 1, 2007 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 COUNCIL 9:00 a.m. SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA 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 961-8255 by July 30, 2007. Persons using TDDs may cal? 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. V ideoconferencinQ 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. Submitting 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 (17) 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 counci!testimony@co.hawaii.hi.us. Pease submit a separate testimony for each item. For testimonies submitted by a-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 Lobby: 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, August 8, 2007, at 6 p.m.; Sunday, August 12, 2007, at 10:30 a.m.; and Wednesday, August 15, 2007, at 6 p.m.