HomeMy WebLinkAboutREP FC 200 11/19/2007 2006-2008 REPORT OF THE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
DATE: November 19, 2007 Re: Comm. No. 800/Res. No. 418-07
PLACE: Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa
78-128 `Ehukai Street
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
Council Chair and Members
Hawaii County Council
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Your Committee on Finance, to which was referred Resolution No. 418-07, reports as follows:
Resolution No. 4 ] 8-07, transmitted jointly with Bill No. 200 by Director of Finance
William Takaba, via Communication No. 800, dated November 5, 2007, authorizes the Office of
the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the State of Hawaii, Hawaii Tourism Authority,
pursuant to HRS 46-7, to extend the Waipi`o Park Ranger Pilot Program.
The State of Hawaii, Hawaii Tourism Authority has authorized $60,000, through its Natural
Resources Program, to the Department of Research and Development to extend the Waipi`o Park
Ranger Pilot Program. With Waipi`o Valley being a very popular tourist destination, the County
will be using the grant funds to extend an educational program at the County park at the Waipi`o
Scenic Overlook to monitor commercial and visitor activity, report any illegal activity to law
enforcement, serve as an educational resource for public, enhance the visitor experience, and
protect the environment.
This program strives to ensure the safety of all visitors and residents at Waipi`o Valley by
enhancing the visitor's experience by providing education about the area's natural and cultural
histories and resources; enhance the reputation of legitimate businesses in the tourism industry;
and enhance the appearance of the County Park located at the lookout.
The County has recognized the value of community-based efforts, and has entered into a contract
with Friends of the Future, anon-profit organization based in Waimea and deeply involved in
Waipi`o Valley since 1991. Friends of the Future are implementing the program with the
support, advisement, and involvement of County government, State agencies, and community-
based organizations, to raise visitors' awareness of the Valley's history and cultural significance.
Pursuant to Section 46-7, Hawaii Revised Statutes, County Departments must obtain the consent
of the Council to enter into agreements with the federal or state governments respecting action to
betaken pursuant to any of the powers granted by law to furnish, expend and receive any funds
or other assistance in connection with projects being or to be undertaken pursuant to those
powers.
FC REPORT NO. 200
Communication No. 800
Resolution No. 418-07
Page -2-
Your Committee on Finance is in accord with the purpose and intent of Resolution No. 418-07,
recommends its adoption.
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