HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 04/15/2015 2014-2016 ACTIONS
DRU MAMO KANUHA AARON S. Y. CHUNG
MAILE “MEDEIROS” DAVID
Chair and Presiding Officer
KAREN EOFF
VALERIE T. POINDEXTER GREGGOR ILAGAN
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
DANNY PALEKA
MARGARET WILLE
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
10 th Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
April 15, 2015
9:00 a.m.
(Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile communication devices on silent mode.)
INVOCATION Pastor Jason Meechan of Thy Word Ministries
CALL TO ORDER 9:00 A.M.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Serving the Interests of the People of Our Island
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Hawai‘i County Council-10 April 15, 2015
PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF
CONDOLENCE
(9:00 A.M.)
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
(NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm. 220: NOMINATION OF DAVID K. BISHAW II TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN
SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION COMMISSION
APPROVED DAVID K. BISHAW II’S NOMINATION:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
; and
NOMINATION OF CYNTHIA S. NAZARA TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN
SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION COMMISSION
APPROVED CYNTHIA S. NAZARA’S NOMINATION:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
; and
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NOMINATION OF KEKAULIKE P. TOMICH TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS,
OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated March 19, 2015, submitting for the
Council’s review and confirmation the above nominations.
Waived: FC
APPROVED KEKAULIKE P. TOMICH’S NOMINATION:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 87-15 URGES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO ONE OR MORE MULTI-YEAR
(Draft 2): CONTRACTS FOR ZERO WASTE DIVERSION PRORAMS TO DIVERT
RECOVERABLE MATERIALS FROM THE LANDFILLS
Reference: Comm. 130.3
Intr. by: Ms. Wille
Negative: EMC-3 (Due to a vote of 4-ayes, 4-noes,
1-absent)
POSTPONED TO CALL OF THE CHAIR:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 113-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
KAILAPA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION FOR BUILDING SUPPLIES
AND MATERIALS TO CONSTRUCT A COMMUNITY PAVILION
Transfers/appropriates $20,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Hawai‘i County Resource Center,
Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Kailapa Community Association).
Reference: Comm. 179
Intr. by: Ms. Wille
Postponed: April 1, 2015
(Note: There is a pending motion by Ms. Poindexter and duly seconded by
Ms. David to approve Res. 113-15.)
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 121-15: ACCEPTS THE DEDICATION OF LOT 4 AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT,
BEING TAX MAP KEY: 6-7-002:063, SITUATE AT WAIKOLOA AND
PU‘UKAPU, SOUTH KOHALA, ISLAND OF HAWAI‘I, FROM
PR MAUNA KEA LLC AND MICHAEL W. GIBSON, TIMOTHY E. JOHNS,
AND B. G. MOYNAHAN, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEES UNDER THAT
CERTAIN UNRECORDED LAND TRUST AGREEMENT FOR THE
PARKER LAND TRUST DATED SEPTEMBER 13, 2002
Dedicates Lot 4 and the drainage easement, containing an area of 23.945 acres
and 0.824 acre, respectively, for public park and recreational purposes.
Reference: Comm. 196
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Approve: PWPRC-7
(Vote on Res. 121-15 continues on the next page.)
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ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 122-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
KOKOLULU FARM AND CANCER RETREATS, INC.
Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Hawai‘i County Resource Center,
Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Kokolulu Farm & Cancer Retreats, Inc.).
Funds would be used to pay for a three-day workshop open to the community
at no charge.
Reference: Comm. 197
Intr. by: Ms. Wille
Postponed: April 1, 2015
(Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Paleka and duly seconded by
Ms. David to approve Res. 122-15.)
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 126-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF A MULTI-FISCAL YEAR AGREEMENT FOR FURNISHING
ORGANIC WASTE DIVERSION OPERATIONS IN WEST HAWAI‘I AND
EAST HAWAI‘I FOR THE DEPARMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a four-year contract, with the option of two
one-year extensions, to provide organics diversion, treatment of mulch for
invasive species, a compost demonstration project, and to expand organic
diversion programs to a composting operation.
Reference: Comm. 206
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Approve: FC-14
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND HELD OVER TO THE MAY 6, 2015,
COUNCIL MEETING, PURSUANT TO COUNCIL RULE 24(1)(e):
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 127-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
OF OFFICE SPACE FOR THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
IN WAIMEA
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a multi-year lease agreement with Starr
Equities, Inc., for 600 square feet of additional office space adjacent to space
currently occupied by the Prosecuting Attorney’s office located at 64-1067
Māmalahoa Highway, Waimea. The initial cost would be $900 per month, with
annual increases to a maximum of $948 per month.
Reference: Comm. 207
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Approve: FC-15
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 128-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
OF REAL PROPERTY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with the option of
two five-year extensions for two buildings and parking space located next to the
West Hawai‘i Traffic Division’s current facility, to be used by the Public Works
Department at a cost of $6,000 per month.
Reference: Comm. 208
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Approve: FC-16
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 129-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
FOR ONE COPIER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND
DEVELOPMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement for a copier at an
approximate cost of $2,500 per year.
Reference: Comm. 209
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Approve: FC-17
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 133-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
WEST HAWAI‘I COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, INC., TO PURCHASE
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND FURNISHINGS FOR THE NEW
KEALAKEHE CENTER
Transfers/appropriates $10,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Hawai‘i County Resource Center,
Miscellaneous Contract Services account (West Hawai‘i Community Health
Center, Inc.).
Reference: Comm. 217
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff David
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 134-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
WEST HAWAI‘I VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND
EXPANSION ASSOCIATION, INC. (WHVCDEA), TO PAY FOR
CEMETERY MARKERS AND CHAIRS FOR THE WEST HAWAI‘I
VETERANS CEMETERY
Transfers/appropriates $4,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits the same to the
Department of Parks and Recreation, Parks and Recreation Administration Other
Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (WHVCDEA).
Reference: Comm. 218
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 135-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS
OF THE FUTURE FOR HŌKŪPAʻA YOUTH SUPPORT FORUMS IN 2015
Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits the same to the
Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Kona Prosecuting Attorney Other Current
Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Friends of the Future).
Reference: Comm. 219
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 136-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE RECREATION
EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS FACILITIES IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2
Transfers/appropriates $5,100 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the
Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Equipment,
Miscellaneous Equipment account (Recreation Equipment – Council District 2).
Reference: Comm. 222
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 137-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF THE BIG ISLAND, FOR THE PAʻAUILO
ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GARDEN PROJECT
Transfers/appropriates $5,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Agriculture Research and
Development Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account
(Boys and Girls Club of the Big Island).
Reference: Comm. 223
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 138-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT AT
KONA IMIN CENTER
Transfers/appropriates $29,100 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits the same to the
Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current
Expenses, Miscellaneous Materials and Supplies account (Kona Imin Center).
Reference: Comm. 224
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 139-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR THE 2015 ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL
PROJECT GRAD NIGHT
Transfers/appropriates $500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the
Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services
account (2015 St. Joseph High School Project Grad Night).
Reference: Comm. 226
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 140-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
THE HILO HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION FOR THE 2015 HILO HIGH
SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT
Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the
Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services
account (2015 Hilo High School Project Grad Night).
Reference: Comm. 227
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 141-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
THE WAIĀKEA HIGH SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER STUDENT
ASSOCIATION FOR THE 2015 WAIĀKEA HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT
GRAD NIGHT
Transfers/appropriates $2,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the
Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services
account (2015 Waiākea High School Project Grad Night).
Reference: Comm. 228
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 142-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF
THE FUTURE FOR THE 2015 HŌKŪPAʻA YOUTH SUPPORT FORUM
Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the
Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Kona Prosecuting Attorney Other Current
Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Friends of the Future).
Reference: Comm. 229
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 143-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
WEST HAWAI‘I COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, INC. (WHCHC), TO
PURCHASE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT FOR THE
KEALAKEHE CENTER
Transfers/appropriates $10,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Hawai‘i County Resource Center,
Miscellaneous Contract Services account (WHCHC).
Reference: Comm. 230
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 146-15: AMENDS THE RULES OF PROCEDURE AND ORGANIZATION OF THE
COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAIʻI BY AMENDING RULE NO. 10,
VOTING
Amends Council Rule 10 to remove the requirement that roll call voting be used
at meetings of the full Council and at any meeting of the Council where
members of the Council are participating by videoconference.
Reference: Comm. 240
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 147-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS
AND RECREATION’S SPORTS WORKSHOPS
Transfers/appropriates $5,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits the same to the
Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current
Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Parks and Recreation
Sports Workshops).
Reference: Comm. 241
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 148-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
COMMUNITY ENTERPRISES TO PAY FOR VARIOUS OPERATIONAL
EQUIPMENT, EXPENSES, AND SUPPLIES FOR COMMUNITY FORUMS
IN WEST HAWAI‘I
Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Hawai‘i County Resource Center,
Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Community Enterprises).
Reference: Comm. 242
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 149-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
COMMUNITY ENTERPRISES TO PAY FOR EQUIPMENT AND
EXPENSES FOR WEST HAWAI‘I FORUMS
Transfers/appropriates $1,250 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Hawai‘i County Resource Center,
Miscellaneous Contract Service account (Community Enterprises).
Reference: Comm. 243
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 150-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE FOR TRAINING ON THE SAFE DATES
CURRICULUM
Transfers/appropriates $8,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits the same to the
Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney Other Current
Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Safe Dates Curriculum).
The Safe Dates Curriculum is a ten-session program (50 minutes each) that
targets attitudes and behaviors associated with dating abuse and violence;
program would be used in high schools.
Reference: Comm. 244
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 151-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
HILO HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION FOR THE 2015 HILO HIGH SCHOOL
PROJECT GRAD NIGHT
Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits the same to the
Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services
account (2015 Hilo High School Project Grad Night).
Reference: Comm. 245
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 152-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
WAIĀKEA HIGH SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION
FOR THE 2015 WAIĀKEA HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT
Transfers/appropriates $1,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 3); and credits the same to the
Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs, Miscellaneous Contract Services
account (2015 Waiākea High School Project Grad Night).
Reference: Comm. 246
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 153-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE PURCHASE OF ROADWAY
SAFETY MIRRORS TO BE USED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2
Transfers/appropriates $4,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the
Department of Public Works, Transfer to Highway Fund, Miscellaneous Charges
account (Traffic Signs and Markings, Highway Materials – Roadway Safety
Mirrors for Council District 2).
Reference: Comm. 247
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 154-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
BIG ISLAND SPORTS HALL OF FAME FOR ITS COMMEMORATIVE
WALL OF HONOREES
Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 2); and credits the same to the
Department of Parks and Recreation, Parks and Recreation Administration Other
Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account (Big Island Sports
Hall of Fame).
Reference: Comm. 248
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 155-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
RECYCLE HAWAI‘I FOR A ZERO-WASTE SCHOOL PROGRAM
Transfers/appropriates $10,000 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the
Department of Environmental Management, Transfer to Solid Waste Fund,
Miscellaneous Charges account (Recycle Hawai‘i – Zero-Waste School
Program). Funds would be used to facilitate existing zero-waste programs at
each of the public and charter schools in District 9.
Reference: Comm. 249
Intr. by: Ms. Wille
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 156-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
WAIKOLOA DRY FOREST INITIATIVE FOR A DRY FOREST
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM
Transfers/appropriates $2,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Agriculture Research and
Development Other Current Expenses, Miscellaneous Contract Services account
(Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative).
Reference: Comm. 250
Intr. by: Ms. Wille
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 157-15: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (DOT), PURSUANT TO HAWAI‘I REVISED
STATUTES SECTION 46-7, FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I’S SAFE
ROUTES TO SCHOOL (SRTS) PROGRAM GRANT
Provides $48,000 from the State’s DOT to the County’s SRTS program to
improve the ability of children to walk or bicycle safely to school.
Reference: Comm. 251
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 158-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF
$1,000 TO THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Donated by the Hawai‘i Police Athletic Foundation for use by the Police
Department’s Hawai‘i Island Police Athletic League program.
Reference: Comm. 254
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 159-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM
THE DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
LAUPĀHOEHOE TRAIN MUSEUM TO ESTABLISH THE HAWAIIAN
CULTURAL CENTER OF HĀMĀKUA
Transfers/appropriates $6,500 out and from the Clerk-Council Services –
Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits the same to the
Department of Research and Development, Tourism Promotion, Miscellaneous
Contract Services account (Laupāhoehoe Train Museum – Hawaiian Cultural
Center of Hāmākua). Funds would be used to pay for rent, supplies, and
services.
Reference: Comm. 256
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 160-15: APPROVES THE HAWAI‘I STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (HSAC)
FISCAL YEAR 2016 PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET
Requests the Council’s approval of HSAC’s proposed operating budget for
Fiscal Year 2016.
Reference: Comm. 257
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
Waived: GREDC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 35: ADOPTS A PAY PLAN FOR PERSONS EMPLOYED BY THE COUNTY
OTHER THAN THOSE WHOSE PAY IS OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR,
DESIGNATES PAYROLL PERIODS, PAY DAYS, PRESCRIBES
REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO OFFICIAL FIDELITY BONDS, AND
REPEALS ORDINANCE NO. 14-84 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO,
SAID ORDINANCE TO BE KNOWN AS THE SALARY ORDINANCE OF
2015
Incorporates the scheduled increase to minimum wage effective January 1, 2016,
into the proposed Salary Ordinance of 2015.
Reference: Comm. 205
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Approve: FC-18
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 44: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2015
Appropriates revenues in the State Grants – Safe Routes to School Program Grant
account ($48,000); and appropriates the same to the Safe Routes to School
Program Grant. Funds would be used to improve the ability of children to walk
or bicycle safely to school.
Reference: Comm. 251
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 45: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2015
Increases revenues in the Transfer from General Fund account ($4,000); and
appropriates the same to the Traffic Signs and Markings Other Current Expenses
account (Convex Mirrors – District 2).
Reference: Comm. 252
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 46: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2015, RELATING TO THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO
THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION FUND
Increases revenues in the Real Property Tax Interest account ($112,500); and
appropriates $100,000 to the Transfer to Public Access/Open Space Preservation
Fund and $12,500 to the Transfer to Public Access/Open Space Preservation
Maintenance Fund accounts.
Reference: Comm. 253
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Res. 116-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY
EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-057:028 (PORTION), SITUATED
AT WAIĀKEA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF
HAWAI‘I, FOR THE KAPIʻOLANI STREET EXTENSION PROJECT
Authorizes the acquisition of a Temporary Construction Easement for
construction and grading purposes over a portion of the property as delineated
in Exhibit 1 to construct a roadway extension of Kapiʻolani Street to
Mohouli Street.
Reference: Comm. 191
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: April 1, 2015
Note: Second of two required readings,
Section 101-13, Hawai‘i Revised
Statutes
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 117-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY
EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-057:024(PORTION), SITUATED
AT WAIĀKEA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF
HAWAI‘I, FOR THE KAPIʻOLANI STREET EXTENSION PROJECT
Authorizes the acquisition of Lot A-2 (containing an area of 156 square feet) as
delineated in Exhibit 2 and the acquisition of a Temporary Construction Easement
for construction and grading purposes over a portion of the property as delineated
in Exhibit 3 to construct a roadway extension of Kapiʻolani Street to
Mohouli Street.
Reference: Comm. 192
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: April 1, 2015
Note: Second of two required readings,
Section 101-13, Hawai‘i Revised
Statutes
(Vote on Res. 117-15 continues on the next page.)
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PASSED 2 ND AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 118-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY
EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-015:029(PORTION), SITUATED
AT WAIĀKEA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF
HAWAI‘I, FOR THE KAWAILANI STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Authorizes the acquisition of Parcel 9 of Lot 96 (containing an area of 3,204
square feet) as delineated in Exhibit 1 and a temporary construction right-of-entry
as delineated in Exhibit 2 for construction and grading improvements to
Kawailani Street, from ʻIwalani to Pohakulani Streets.
Reference: Comm. 193
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: April 1, 2015
Note: Second of two required readings,
Section 101-13, Hawai‘i Revised
Statutes
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 119-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY
EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-5-044:026 (PORTION) FORMERLY
KNOWN AS 2-5-044:001 (PORTION), SITUATED AT KAŪMANA, DISTRICT
OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF HAWAI‘I, FOR THE
PUAINAKO STREET EXTENSION PROJECT
Authorizes the acquisition of Parcel 31-C as delineated in Exhibit 2 relating to
construction improvements to the Puainako Street extension.
Reference: Comm. 194
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: April 1, 2015
Note: Second of two required readings,
Section 101-13, Hawai‘i Revised
Statutes
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 120-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACQUISITION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY BY
EMINENT DOMAIN, TAX MAP KEY: 2-5-045:019 (PORTION), SITUATED
AT KAŪMANA, DISTRICT OF SOUTH HILO, COUNTY AND STATE OF
HAWAI‘I, FOR THE PUAINAKO STREET EXTENSION PROJECT
Authorizes the acquisition of Parcel 30-A as delineated in Exhibit 2 relating to
construction improvements to the Puainako Street extension.
Reference: Comm. 195
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: April 1, 2015
Note: Second of two required readings,
Section 101-13, Hawai‘i Revised
Statutes
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 282: AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLE 3, SECTION 25-3-2, ARTICLE 4,
(2012-2014) SECTION 25-4-59.2, AND ARTICLE 7 OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF A SPECIAL DISTRICT TO BE KNOWN AS THE
PĀHOA VILLAGE DESIGN (PVD) DISTRICT TO INCLUDE ADOPTED
DESIGN GUIDELINES AND A DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE, AND
PROVIDING AN EXCEPTION TO OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID SPECIAL DISTRICT (Planning Director Initiated)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment to the Zoning Code, which provides a process for community
review of project applications and plan, and to provide distinct requirements for
Off-Street Parking and Loading in the proposed PVD District.
Reference: Comm. 1027
Intr. by: Mr. Kern (B/R)
First Reading: March 4, 2015
Postponed: March 18 and April 1, 2015
(Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Ilagan and duly seconded by
Mr. Paleka to approve Bill 282.)
POSTPONED TO THE MAY 6, 2015, COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 283: AMENDS CHAPTER 25, ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 7 AND ARTICLE 6,
(2012-2014) DIVISION 1 OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION,
AS AMENDED), RELATING TO REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
PROPOSED WITHIN A SPECIAL DISTRICT (Planning Director Initiated)
The Windward and Leeward Planning Commissions forward their favorable
recommendation for this amendment to the Zoning Code, which would create a
process within the Zoning Code that requires the Planning Director to review and
consult with a local design review committee for certain land use permit
applications situated within a special district to promote consistency with
applicable adopted design guidelines and/or standards.
Reference: Comm. 1028
Intr. by: Mr. Kern (B/R)
First Reading: March 4, 2015
Postponed: March 18 and April 1, 2015
(Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Ilagan and duly seconded by
Mr. Paleka to approve Bill 283.)
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND POSTPONED TO THE MAY 6, 2015,
COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 291: AMENDS CHAPTER 3 OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE 1983
(2012-2014) (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO REGULATION OF SIGNS
IN THE PĀHOA VILLAGE DESIGN DISTRICT
Sets forth the requirements and procedures for obtaining a permit for signage
within the Pāhoa Village Design District. Also establishes the review process
for sign permit applications.
Reference: Comm. 1044
Intr. by: Mr. Kern (B/R)
First Reading: March 4, 2015
Postponed: March 18 and April 1, 2015
(Note: There is a pending motion by Mr. Ilagan and duly seconded by
Mr. Paleka to approve Bill 291.)
POSTPONED TO THE MAY 6, 2015, COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 26: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8,
CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI‘I 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
WAIĀKEA HOUSE LOTS, SOUTH HILO, HAWAI‘I, COVERED BY
TAX MAP KEY: 2-2-036:042.
(Applicant: Lance Moe) (Area: Approx. 22,500 square feet)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to construct an
approximately 3,150 square-foot, single-story medical facility for the landowner,
Chedhold, LLC.
Reference: Comm. 132
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan
First Reading: April 1, 2015
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 34: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2015
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – State Homeland Security Program
FY14 account ($185,000); and appropriates the same to the State Homeland
Security Program FY14 account. Funds would be used to purchase specialized
equipment to enhance the capability of state and county agencies to prevent and
respond to incidents of terrorism and other hazards.
Reference: Comm. 204
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: April 1, 2015
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 36: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 14-81, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2015
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants – SAFE Program account ($51,525);
and appropriates the same to the SAFE Program account. Funds would be used
to pay for costs associated with improving the Police Department’s response and
victim services in cases involving crimes against women.
Reference: Comm. 212
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: April 1, 2015
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
REPORTS
PC-17 NOMINATION OF CHRISTINE WADA TO THE CULTURAL RESOURCES
(Comm. 201): COMMISSION
From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated March 10, 2015, submitting for the
Council’s review and confirmation the above nomination.
APPROVED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
PC-18 NOMINATION OF LILY H. K. L. DUDOIT TO THE CULTURAL
(Comm. 201): RESOURCES COMMISSION
From Mayor William P. Kenoi, dated March 10, 2015, submitting for the
Council’s review and confirmation the above nomination.
APPROVED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Financial Report: Monthly Budget Status Report for the Month Ended November 30, 2014, from
the Department of Finance.
ACCEPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Financial Report: Monthly Budget Status Report for the Month Ended December 31, 2014, from the
Department of Finance.
ACCEPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Financial Report: Monthly Budget Status Report for the Month Ended January 31, 2015, from the
Department of Finance.
ACCEPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 225: REQUEST TO EXTEND FUNDING FOR WORKER’S COMPENSATION
CONTRACT WITH LEONG KUNIHIRO BENTON AND BROOKE
(FORMERLY LEONG KUNIHIRO LEONG AND LEZY)
From Corporation Counsel Molly A. Stebbins, dated March 12, 2015, requesting
an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council on the above
matter.
AUTHORIZED ADDITIONAL MONIES TO EXTEND FUNDING IN THE
AMOUNT OF $15,000:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
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Comm. 255: JOHN TREDRE VS. COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I ET AL.; CIVIL NO. 13-00543
LEK-KSC
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Christopher P. Schlueter, dated March 25,
2015, requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the
Council on the above matter, including a settlement offer by the plaintiff.
FAILED TO CONCUR WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF
CORPORATION COUNSEL DUE TO THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: None.
NOES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
Comm. 260: REQUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS WITH
CORPORATION COUNSEL THE DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS TAKEN
AGAINST CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
From Council Member Aaron S. Y. Chung, dated March 31, 2015, requesting an
executive session to discuss with Corporation Counsel, and perhaps the Fire
Chief, the above matter.
FILED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 8.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Onishi – 1.
EXCUSED: None.
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matters, pursuant to
Sections 92-5(a)(2) and 92-5(a)(4), for the purpose of considering the discipline of an officer or
employee, as well as consulting with Council’s attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the
Council’s powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities. A 2/3 vote pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised
Statutes, Section 92-4, and Rule Nos. 2 and 10 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: 6:26 P.M.
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.
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meeting. The Office of the County Clerk reserves the right to refuse testimony containing inappropriate
content or that is not in compliance with Council Rule 13 (Public Statements and Testimony).
Viewing of Meetings on Government Access Television - Channel 55:
Wednesdays, April 22 and 29, 2015, at 6 p.m.; Fridays, April 24 and May 1, 2015, at 12 p.m.; and
Sundays, April 26 and May 3, 2015, at 9 a.m. (These airtimes are subject to preemption by broadcasts
from the State Legislature, and are subject to change by Na Leo ‘O Hawai‘i. Please check the current
legislative broadcast schedule on the Na Leo ‘O Hawai‘i website at http://www.naleo.tv/tv-
schedules/channel-55/.)
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2015
SPECIAL MEETING OF 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
THE FINANCE COMMITTEE 25 Aupuni Street
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2015
SPECIAL MEETING OF 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
THE FINANCE COMMITTEE 25 Aupuni Street
FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2015
SPECIAL MEETING OF 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
THE FINANCE COMMITTEE 25 Aupuni Street
TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2015
COMMITTEES TBA COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
25 Aupuni Street
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2015
COUNCIL 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
25 Aupuni Street
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