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J YOSHIMOTO OJN<V OF M1~, GUY ENRIQUES
Chair & Presiding Officer BRENDA FORD
KELLY GREENWELL
PETE HOFFMANN DONALD IKEDA
Vice Chair +i` EMILY L NAEOLE
,TE OF'NF'~
DENNIS "FRESH" ONISHI
DOMINIC YAGONG
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai `i
Hawai `i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai `i 96720
91h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawaii County Council
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa
78-128 Ehukai Street
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
9:00 a.m.
INVOCATION Reverend Tullos Jones of Kona Baptist Church
CALL TO ORDER 9:00 a.m.
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
Hawai `i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Hawaii County Council-9 Page 2 March 18, 2009
MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE
9:00 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON COMMUNICATIONS AND ORDER OF
RESOLUTIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 52-09: Authorizes the Acquisition of Private Property by Eminent Domain, Being a Portion
of Tax Map Key:(3)1-7-031:010, Situate at Kea`au, in the District of Puna, County
and State of Hawaii, for Access to Happy Homes, from Cecelia Mae Chun and
William H. Hostmeyer. {The County is proposing to pave and improve portions of
Momona Road and Happy Homes Access Road to provide owners along
South Road a more convenient access from Huina Road (containing an area of
.151 acre).}
Re: Comm. 128
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
Approve: PWIRC-16
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
Note: Second of two required readings, Section 101-13,
Hawaii Revised Statutes
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann- Ikccla_
Nacolc- Onishi_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Res. 57-09: Authorizes the Acceptance of a Monetary Donation of $1,500 to the Hawaii Fire
Department. {Donated by the Edmund C. Olson Family Foundation, funds would
be used to purchase fire suppression supplies for the Pahala Volunteer Firefighters.)
Re: Comm. 150
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Approve: FC-33
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann- Ikccla_
Nacolc, Onishi_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
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Res. 59-09: Authorizes the Office of the Mayor to Enter Into an Agreement with the State of
Hawaii Department of Health, Pursuant to HRS 46-7, for the Mental Health
Transformation State Incentive Grant. {Funds would be used towards multi-
disciplinary training of people who interact professionally with Severely Persistent
Mentally Ill consumers, as described in the application attached (Exhibit "A").)
Re: Comm. 160
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Approve: FC-34
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Euriqucs_ Ford_ Grccim cll_ Hoff iiaun_ Ikcda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Res. 61-09: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $500 out and from Clerk-Council Services-Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division Class/Activities Miscellaneous Charges (Kalae Iki Baseball Clinic)
account. Contingency Relief funds from District 1 would be used towards the Kalae
Iki Baseball Clinic to be held on July 17-19, 2009.}
Re: Comm. 180
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann, Il:cda_
Nacolc_ Onislii_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Hawaii County Council-9 Page 4 March 18, 2009
Res. 63-09: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $12,050 out and from Clerk-Council Services-Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation
Summer/Intersession Other Current Expense (2009 Pilot Summer Fun Program)
account. Contingency Relief funds from District 4 would be used towards a Pilot
Summer Fun Program for 2009 at Andrews Gym and the Waiakea Recreation
Center.)
Re: Comm. 182
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Mcnibcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grceimell_ Hoffmann_ Il:cda_
Nacolc_ Onishi_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Res. 64-09: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $9,400 out and from Clerk-Council Services-Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation
Division, Education-Recreation-Scientific Supplies (Hilo Armory Portable
Basketball Systems) account. Contingency Relief funds from District 2 would be
used towards the purchase of portable basketball systems for Hilo Armory.)
Re: Comm. 185
Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Nlcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann_ Ikeda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong, and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
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Res. 6509: Appoints the Hawaii County Council Representative to the Hawaii State
Association of Counties (HSAC) as the Representative from Hawaii to Serve on
the Western Interstate Region (WIR) Board of Directors. {Appoints Council
Member Dennis "Fresh" Onishi to serve on the WIR Board of Directors.)
Re: Comm. 186
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
Waived: PWIRC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grecimcll_ Hoffmann- Il:ecla_
Nacolc- Onishi_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 70-09: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $500 out and from Clerk-Council Services-Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Hawaii County Police Department Criminal
Investigation Division-Juvenile Aid Section-Vice Section Other Current Expense,
Miscellaneous Materials and Supplies (Sanctuary of Mana Kea Gardens - Domestic
Harmony) account. Contingency Relief funds from District 7 would be used to
print "Just Say Yes to Domestic Harmony" bumper stickers.)
Re: Comm. 198
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grnn"dl_ Hoffmann- Iheda_
Nacolc_ Onishi_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Hawaii County Council-9 Page 6 March 18, 2009
Res. 71-09: Transfers/Appropriates an Appropriation Out and From the Designated Fund
Account(s) and Credits Same to a Designated Fund Account(s).
{Transfers/appropriates $6,500 out and from Clerk-Council Services-Contingency
Relief account; credits same to Fire Department Training and Volunteer Fire
(Kanehoa Volunteer Firefighters) account. Contingency Relief funds from
District 9 would be used towards the purchase of radios and pagers for the Kanehoa
Volunteer Firefighters.)
Re: Comm. 199
Intr. by: Mr. Hoffmann
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann, Il:cda_
Nacolc_ Onislii_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Res. 72-09: 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 Hawaii Fire Department Ocean Safety Other
Current Expense - Miscellaneous Contract Services (Junior Lifeguard Program)
account. Contingency Relief funds from District 5 would be used towards the
Malama O Puna's Jr. Lifeguard Program Spring Session.)
Re: Comm. 200
Intr. by: Ms. Naeole
Waived: FC
POSTPONED TO APRIL 8, 2000 COUNCIL MEETING
9:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST
READING)
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 18: Amends the State Land Use Boundaries Maps for the County of Hawaii by
Changing the District Classification from the Agricultural to the Urban District at
Waiakea, South Hilo, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key: 2-2-048:010 and 120
(approx. 6.302 acres). {Sonomura Rentals, Inc., Applicant.}
Re: Comm. 95
Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda
Negative: PC-9
FILED DUE TO THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Nonc.
NOES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann_ Ikeda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong, and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
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Bill 19: 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 - 3 Acres (A-3a) to Residential and Agricultural -
.5 Acre (RA-.5a) at Waiakea, South Hilo, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 2-2-
048:010 and 120 (approx. 6.302 acres). {Sonomura Rentals, Inc., Applicant.}
Re: Comm. 95
Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda
Negative: PC-10
FILED DUE TO THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: Nonc.
NOES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll. Hoffmann, Ikcda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong, and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Bill 32: 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 Single Family Residential - 10,000 Square Feet (RS-10) to
Neighborhood Commercial - 10,000 Square Feet (CN-10) at Waiakea Houselots,
Waiakea, South Hilo, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 2-2-034:036 (approx.
22,500 square feet). {S. Russell and Akiko Oda, Applicants.}
Re: Comm. 147
Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda
Approve: PC-7
PASSED 1~" READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Ikcda_ Nacolc_
Onishi_ l'agong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 8.
NOES: Council Mcmbcr Hoffmann - 1.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Bill 33: 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 Single Family Residential - 10,000 Square Feet (RS-10) to
Neighborhood Commercial - 10,000 Square Feet (CN-10) at Waiakea Houselots,
Waiakea, South Hilo, Hawaii, Covered by Tax Map Key 2-2-034:088 (approx.
22,500 square feet). {Michael Tokunaga and Peggy Konanui-Tokunaga,
Applicants.)
Re: Comm. 148
Intr. by: Mr. Ikeda
Approve: PC-8
PASSED 1 ~ ' READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll, Ikcda_ Nacolc_
Onishi_ l'agong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 8.
NOES: Council Mcmbcr Hoffmann - 1.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
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Bill 38: Amends Ordinance No. 08-78, as Amended, the Operating Budget for the County of
Hawaii for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2009. {Appropriates revenues in
Federal Grants - Mental Health Transformation - State Incentive Grant ($20,550);
appropriates same to Mental Health Transformation - State Incentive Grant.)
Re: Comm. 160
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Approve: FC-35
PASSED 1'' READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann, Il:cda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong, and Chair )'oshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
ENCLSED: Nonc.
Bill 52: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: Mid-Level Road (Ane Keohokalole Highway) ($4,000,000) and
Mid-Level Road (Ane Keohokalole Highway) - Federal ($35,000,000), for a total
of $39,000,000; funds shall be provided from the following: General Obligation
Bonds, Capital Projects Fund - Fund Balance and/or Other Sources ($4,000,000)
and Federal Grants Receivable ($35,000,000), for a total of $39,000,000. Funds
would be used towards the design and constructions phases of a new major collector
road from the intersection of Palam Road and Henry Street to Hina Lam Street.)
Re: Comm. 197
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
Waived: FC
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 1 ~ ' READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Hoffmann_ Ikccla_ Nacolc_
Onishi_ Yagong_ and Chair Yos}himoto - 8.
NOES: Council Mcmbcr Grccimcll - 1.
ABSENT: Nonc.
ENCLSED: Nonc.
10:30 A.M.: STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL
READING), REPORTS, REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION, AND OTHER BUSINESS
(NOTE: COUNCIL WILL TAKEA LUNCHBREAK CLOSE TO THE NOONHOUR.)
Hawaii County Council-9 Page 9 March 18, 2009
ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 27: Amends Chapter 24 of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as Amended),
Relating to Vehicles and Traffic. {Amends Chapter 24, Article 10, Division 2,
Section 24-264, Schedule 12 (Stop intersections), paragraph (f), Kona, by adding
Kuakini Highway, Makala Boulevard intersection, all approaches.)
Re: Comm. 121
Intr. by: Ms. Ford
1 st Reading: March 3, 2009
PASSED 2''' & FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ W. GrccmNAL Hoffmann, Ihcda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong, and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 28: Designates TMK:(3)4-8-004:006 (approx. 1.8 acre) as the "Waipi`o Community
Park," Pursuant to Chapter 15, Article 8, Section 15-67 of the Hawaii County Code
1983 (2005 Edition, as Amended); and Amends Chapter 15, Article 8, Section
15-68.1 of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as Amended), to Add the
"Waipi`o Community Park" to the Parks and Recreational Facilities Schedule.
{Designates this parcel as a new park under the Parks and Recreation Department
for passive use while the community determines its vision for the long-term use of
this property (formerly known as the "Rice property").)
Re: Comm. 123
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
PASSED 2"' & FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grnn"dL Hoarnann_ Ihcda_
Nacolc_ Onishi_ Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 29: Amends Chapter 32, Article 2, Section 32-24 of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(2005 Edition, as Amended) Relating to Community Facilities Districts.
{Eliminates a reference to the property appraisal requirements for community
facilities districts that is inconsistent with other sections of the Chapter.)
Re: Comm. 131
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
1 st Reading: March 3, 2009
PASSED 2'''& FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ GwcmNc1L Hoffmann, Ihcda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong, and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Hawaii County Council-9 Page 10 March 18, 2009
Note: The following Bills numbered 39 through 48 were submitted by the Mayor as part of his Federal
stimulus package.
Bill 39 Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
(Draft 2): Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: Hamakua Road Baseyard Warehouse ($847,000); funds shall be
provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund - Fund Balance
and/or Other Sources ($847,000). Funds would be used to construct a replacement
warehouse for the Hamakua Road Baseyard and would be used for storage space
and for current equipment and supplies.)
Re: Comm. 168.2
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2`' c FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimell_ Hoffmann- Ihcda_
Nacolc- Yagong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 8.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Council Mcrnbcr Onishi - 1.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Bill 40: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: Puna Baseyard Storage/Warehouse ($1,200,000); funds shall be
provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund - Fund Balance
and/or Other Sources ($1,200,000). Funds would be used to construct a storage and
warehouse for the Puna Baseyard and would be used for storage space and for
current equipment and supplies.)
Re: Comm. 169
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2'''& FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann- Ikcda_
Nacolc_ Onishi_ Yagoug_ and Chair Yoshimoto - Q.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Hawaii County Council-9 Page 11 March 18, 2009
Bill 41 Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
(Draft 2): Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: Highway Administration Building Extension ($500,000); funds
shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund - Fund
Balance and/or Other Sources ($500,000). Funds would be used to construct an
extension to the existing Highway Maintenance Division office building.)
Re: Comm. 170.2
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2`' c FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll. Hoffmann, Ikeda-
Nacolc_ Onislii_ Y'agong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Bill 42: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: South Kohala Road Baseyard Warehouse ($1,297,000); funds
shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund - Fund
Balance and/or Other Sources ($1,297,000). Funds would be used to construct a
replacement warehouse for the South Kohala Road Baseyard and would be used for
storage space and for current equipment and supplies.)
Re: Comm. 171
Intr. by: Mr. Yagong
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2'''' cX FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann- Ikcda_
Nacolc_ Onishi, Yagong, and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
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Bill 43: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Increases
PUBLIC WORKS: Department of Public Works (DPW) Facilities Repair and
Maintenance [$2,420,000] $7,420,000; fund increase shall be provided from
General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund- Fund Balance and/or Other
Sources ($5,000,000). Increases the current fiscal year's appropriation of the DPW
Facilities Repair and Maintenance project by $5,000,000 and bringing its total
amount up to $7,420,000.}
Re: Comm. 172
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2"`" c~ FINAL READING:
A)'ES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann- Il:ccla_
Nacolc. Onishi_ )'agong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Bill 44: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Increases
PUBLIC WORKS: Department of Public Works (DPW) Facilities Energy Efficient
Systems [$2,500,000] $9,500,000; fund increase shall be provided from General
Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund - Fund Balance and/or Other Sources
($7,000,000). Increases the current fiscal year's appropriation of the DPW
Facilities Energy Efficient Systems project by $7,000,000 and bringing its total
amount up to $9,500,000.}
Re: Comm. 173
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2"`" c~ FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimell_ Hoffmann- Ihcda_
Nacolc, Onishi_ )'agong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
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Bill 45: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: Department of Public Works (DPW) Facilities Hardening
($1,500,000); funds shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital
Projects Fund - Fund Balance and/or Other Sources ($1,500,000). Funds would be
used to retrofit existing County facilities to better survive and/or quickly recover
from natural and man-made disasters.)
Re: Comm. 174
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2"`" c~ FINAL READING:
A)'ES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann_ Il:ccla_
Nacolc_ Onishi_ Yagoug_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Bill 46: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Curb Ramp
Compliance Program (Waimea) - Federal ($1,000,000), Kaiminam Drive
Resurfacing - Federal ($6,000,000), Kamehameha Avenue Reconstruction -
Federal ($7,000,000), Kawailam Street Improvements - Federal ($2,500,000),
Palam Road/Kamakaeha Avenue Intersection Improvements - Federal
($5,000,000); funds shall be provided from Federal Grants Receivable
($21,500,000).}
Re: Comm. 175
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2"`" c~ FINAL READING:
A)'ES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll_ Hoffmann_ Ihccla_
Nacolc_ Onishi_ Yagoug_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Hawaii County Council-9 Page 14 March 18, 2009
Bill 47 Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
(Draft 2): Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Adds
PUBLIC WORKS: North Hilo/Hamakua Highway Maintenance Building
($1,347,000); funds shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital
Projects Fund - Fund Balance and/or Other Sources ($1,347,000). Funds would be
used to construct a new North Hilo/Hamakua Road (Highways) baseyard facility at
a site in Pa`auilo. }
Re: Comm. 176.2
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2"" c FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcnibcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grceimell_ Hoffmann- Il:cda_
Nacolc. Onishi_ )'agong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
Bill 48: Amends Ordinance No. 08-79, as Amended, Relating to Public Improvements and
Financing Thereof for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. {Increases
PUBLIC WORKS: South Hilo Road Warehouse Building [$100,000] $1,236,000;
fund increase shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects
Fund - Fund Balance and/or Other Sources ($1,136,000). Increases the current
fiscal year's appropriation of the South Hilo Road Warehouse Building project by
$1,136,000 and bringing its total amount up to $1,236,000.}
Re: Comm. 177
Intr. by: Mr. Yoshimoto
1St Reading: March 3, 2009
2/3 Vote: Section 10-6(d), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2'''& FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Mcmbcrs Enriqucs_ Ford_ Grccimcll. Hoffmann, Il:cda_
Nacolc_ Onislii_ Y'agong_ and Chair Yoshimoto - 9.
NOES: Nonc.
ABSENT: Nonc.
EXCUSED: Nonc.
REPORTS
FC-36 Recommends approval of the nomination of the following individuals to the Merit
(Comm. 163): Appeals Board: Mr. Brian J. De Lima and Mr. Kenneth M. Rowe.
APPROVED
PSPRC-5 Recommends approval of the nomination of Ms. Jan K. Yokoyama (Council
(Comm. 164): District 2) to the Liquor Control Adjudication Board.
APPROVED
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PSPRC-6 Recommends approval of the nomination of Mr. Donn S. Mende (Council
(Comm. 165): District 3) to the Police Commission.
APPROVED
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
A 2/3 vote pursuant to HRS Section 92-4 and Rule 10-12 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
ADJOURNMENT 11:40 a.in.
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 March 16, 2009. Relay users please call 711(961-8255) to contact our office.
Copies of this agenda and items listed on the agenda are available on the County Council-Clerk web page at
http://co.hawaii.hi.us/council/agendas_and_actions.htm. For further information, please call 961-8255.
Public Attendance Via Videoconference is available at the following locations until 4:30 p.m., or later in the
event public witness testimony has not been completed:
• County Council Room, Ben Franklin Tower, 2 d Floor, 333 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo; and
• Waimea Council Office at the Holomua Center, 64-1067 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite 5
If for technical or other unanticipated circumstances the video connection cannot be made and/or is disrupted, the
scheduled meeting will continue.
Submitting Testimony: Those submitting written testimony at the meeting should bring fourteen (14) copies for
distribution. Testimony may also be submitted before 12:00 noon on the business day prior to the meeting:
(1) by mail to the County Clerk's Office in Hilo at 25 Aupum Street, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720; (2) by facsimile to
(808) 961-8912; or (3) by e-mail to counciltestimon va,co.hawaii.hi.us. Please submit separate testimony for
each item.
Viewing of Meetings on Government Access Television - Channel 52:
Wednesday's, March 25 and April 1, 2009, at 6 p.m.; Friday's, March 27 and April 3, 2009, at 12 p.m.; and
Sunday's, March 29 and April 5, 2009, at 9 a.m. These airtimes are subject to preemption by broadcasts from the
State Legislature.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2009
COUNCIL PUBLIC 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
HEARING RE 333 Kilauea Avenue
OPERATING AND Ben Franklin Building
CAPITAL BUDGETS Second Floor
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2009
FINANCE COMMITTEE 9:00 a.m. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
SPECIAL MEETING 333 Kilauea Avenue
(DEPARTMENTAL AND Ben Franklin Building
PROGRAM REVIEWS OF Second Floor
BUDGETS)
TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2009
FINANCE COMMITTEE 9:00 a.m. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
SPECIAL MEETING 333 Kilauea Avenue
(DEPARTMENTAL AND Ben Franklin Building
PROGRAM REVIEWS OF Second Floor
BUDGETS)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2009
FINANCE COMMITTEE 9:00 a.m. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
SPECIAL MEETING 333 Kilauea Avenue
(DEPARTMENTAL AND Ben Franklin Building
PROGRAM REVIEWS OF Second Floor
BUDGETS)
TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2009
COMMITTEES TBA COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
333 Kilauea Avenue
Ben Franklin Building
Second Floor
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009
COUNCIL 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
333 Kilauea Avenue
Ben Franklin Building
Second Floor