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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
24 th Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
October 20, 2015
9:00 a.m.
(Note: Please turn cell phones, pagers, and other mobile communication devices on silent mode.)
INVOCATION Pastor Keith Elliot of Kona Church of God Bo Kahui
CALL TO ORDER 9:07 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-24 October 20, 2015
PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF
CONDOLENCE
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
(NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 283-15: NOMINATES ENTERPRISE ZONES FOR CONSIDERATION AND
DESIGNATION BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF HAWAI‘I
Requests the Governor designate four new Enterprise Zones in Hawai‘i County,
which would provide tax incentives intended to foster economic development and
generate employment. The proposed designations, delineated in exhibits to the
resolution, are Hāmākua, Hilo-Puna, Kona, and Ka‘ū.
Reference: Comm. 471
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
Approve: GREDC-2
POSTPONED TO THE NOVEMBER 4, 2015, COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 284-15: ADOPTS THE 2015 HAWAIIAN PARADISE PARK COMMUNITY MASTER
PLAN
The plan would be adopted as the successor to the Master Plan adopted by
Resolution No. 184-97, and may be utilized in coordination with other planning
documents for assessing future growth and development in the Hawaiian Paradise
Park subdivision.
Reference: Comm. 472
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan (B/R)
Approve: PC-27
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 286-15: AUTHORIZES THE ADDITION AND INCREASE OF BASIC FEES IN THE
RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE LIQUOR COMMISSION OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR CONTROL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I,
STATE OF HAWAI‘I
The Rules would be amended to add basic license fees for Condominium Hotel
($1,200), Winery ($1,000), and Small Craft Producer Pub ($1,000); and to increase
license fees for Caterer from $120 to $600.
Reference: Comm. 475
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Approve: FC-36
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. 287-15: AUTHORIZES THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO ENTER INTO
NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF TAX MAP KEY 9-5-012:005
SITUATED IN THE DISTRICT OF KA‘Ū, ALSO KNOWN AS KAHUA
‘OLOHŪ, UTILIZING THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND
NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION FUND
The 13 acre Kahua ‘Olohū property is listed as a key priority for purchase in the
2014 Annual Report of the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources
Preservation Commission for its historical significance and cultural importance.
Reference: Comm. 476
Intr. by: Ms. David
Approve: FC-37
POSTPONED TO THE NOVEMBER 4, 2015, COUNCIL MEETING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 293-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
KA‘Ū RURAL HEALTH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC., FOR THE
TH
5 ANNUAL LANTERN FLOATING CELEBRATION
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Research and Development, Hawai‘i
County Resource Center account. Funds would be used to purchase materials for
the event.
Reference: Comm. 487
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 294-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
KA‘Ū RURAL HEALTH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC., FOR THE
BETTER CHOICES, BETTER HEALTH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT
GROUP
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Prosecuting Attorney Kona, Other Current
Expenses account. Funds would be used for CPR/First Aide Certification,
Leadership Conference, and travel and lodging expenses.
Reference: Comm. 488
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 295-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
THE BIG ISLAND RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL FOR THE 2015 HAWAI‘I ISLAND VETERANS DAY PARADE
Transfers $500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current
Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 489
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. 296-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
THE BIG ISLAND RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE 2015
HAWAI‘I ISLAND VETERANS DAY PARADE
Transfers $500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current
Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 490
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. 297-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
THE BIG ISLAND RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL FOR THE 2015 HAWAI‘I ISLAND VETERANS DAY PARADE
Transfers $500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current
Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 491
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan
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. 298-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL
FOR PROMOTIONAL EVENTS FOR THE GLOBAL VIRTUAL STUDIO
TRANSMEDIA ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Research and Development, Big Island Film
Office account. Funds will be used to facilitate workshops, seminars, and
showcase events at Honua Studios in Kailua-Kona.
Reference: Comm. 492
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. 299-15: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF
$1,796.68 TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Donated by Kamaʻaina Kids to assist with the repair of Waiākea Uka Gym.
Reference: Comm. 496
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 300-15: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
FOR ONE MULTIFUNCTION, LARGE CAPACITY COPIER FOR THE
OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement for a copier in the
Department’s Kona office, at an approximate cost of $875 per month.
Reference: Comm. 499
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 301-15: APPROVES A LEGISLATIVE PROPOSAL FOR INCLUSION IN THE 2016
HAWAI‘I STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (HSAC) LEGISLATIVE
PACKAGE
Requests that the HSAC package include “A Bill For An Act Relating To Zoning,”
which distinguishes single-family residential use from single-family vacation
rental use.
Reference: Comm. 500
Intr. by: Mr. Onishi
Waived: GREDC
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 6.
NOES: Council Member Ilagan – 1.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Res. 302-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
LAʻIʻŌPUA 2020 FOR THE 2016 PRINCE KŪHIŌ HOʻOLAULEʻA
Transfers $3,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Liquor Control, Public Programs account.
The Ho‘olaule‘a is scheduled for March 26, 2016, at the West Hawai‘i Community
Health Center and the LaʻiʻŌpua Community Center.
Reference: Comm. 501
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. 303-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
WEST HAWAI‘I VETERANS CEMETERY DEVELOPMENT AND
EXPANSION ASSOCIATION, INC., TO PURCHASE OUTDOOR
FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE WEST HAWAI‘I VETERANS
CEMETERY
Transfers $10,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Parks and Recreation Administration, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 502
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. 304-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE 2015 SURFER’S HEALING
HAWAI‘I
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Parks and Recreation Administration, Other
Current Expenses account. Funds will be used to purchase T-shirts, refreshments,
and supplies for this event.
Reference: Comm. 503
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. 305-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS AND
TRAINING CLINICS
Transfers $7,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Parks and Recreation Division, Other
Current Expenses account. Funds will be used for miscellaneous expenses for
these sports training events for athletes, officials, coaches, parents and volunteers.
Reference: Comm. 504
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.
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Res. 306-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
ROTARY DISTRICT 5000 FOUNDATION TO SEND PUNA HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENTS TO THE ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS CAMP
Transfers $700 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current
Expenses account. The awards camp is scheduled for February 26-28, 2016, at
Kīlauea Military Camp.
Reference: Comm. 505
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan
ADOPTED:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka,
Poindexter, Wille, and Chair Kanuha – 9.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
EXCUSED: None.
Res. 307-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL TO
ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE PĀHOA PANTRY AND
SOUP KITCHEN
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Liquor Control, Public Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 506
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan
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. 308-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE MATERIALS FOR
REPAIRS TO THE COOPER CENTER
Transfers $15,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Parks and Recreation Maintenance, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 507
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.
Res. 309-15: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO THE
HAWAI‘I ISLAND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD, INC., TO ASSIST
WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO ʻIMILOA ASTRONOMY CENTER OF
HAWAI‘I’S SCIENCE PROGRAM
Transfers $5,850 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Research and Development, Business
Development account. Funds will be used to assist with transportation costs,
entrance fees, curriculum, and development materials for students in District 6.
Reference: Comm. 508
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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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 37 AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 15, OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE
(Draft 4): 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE CODE OF
ETHICS
Amends: 1) Definitions - revises definition for “agency” and adds definition for
“immediate family”; 2) Fair Treatment - amends provision for use of County
property to include “campaign purposes” and adds provision to allow a County
officer or employee, or a business where an immediate family member of a County
officer or employee has a controlling interest of said business, to enter into a
contract with a County agency, provided disclosure and approval provisions have
been satisfied; 3) Conflicts of Interest - revises provisions for the ability of County
officers and employees to represent private interests in legal actions/proceedings
against the County or appear on behalf of private interests before any agency of
the County; and 4) Contracts – amends provision to allow the County to enter into
contracts with officers or employees of the County, or any business where an
immediate family member of an officer or employee has a controlling interest,
provided disclosure and approval provisions have been satisfied.
Reference: Comm. 231.20
Intr. by: Ms. Wille
Postponed: October 7, 2015
(Note: There is a pending motion by Ms. Wille and duly seconded by
Mr. Onishi to approve Bill 37, as amended to Draft 4.)
ST
AMENDED TO DRAFT 5 AND PASSED 1 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 91: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 05-74 WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
AGRICULTURAL – 1 ACRE (A-1a) AND RESORT-HOTEL – 1,250 SQUARE
FEET (V-1.25) TO MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL – 2,500 SQUARE
ST
FEET (RM-2.5) AT AUHAUKEAE 1, NORTH KONA, HAWAI‘I,
COVERED BY TMK 7-5-009:067 (PREVIOUSLY INCLUDED A PORTION
OF PARCEL 54) (Applicant: Kukui Development, LLC) (Area: 6.27 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment, which would allow a ten-year time extension to Condition C,
time to complete construction.
Reference: Comm. 467
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan (B/R)
Approve: PC-28
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 92: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-2 (NORTH AND SOUTH KONA DISTRICT ZONE
MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION), BY CHANGING THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL – TWENTY ACRES
(A˗20a) TO AGRICULTURAL – SEVEN ACRES (A-7a) AT
KALOKO, NORTH KONA, HAWAI‘I, COVERED BY TMK: 7-3-026:003
(Applicant: Jean A. Lorant Trust) (Area: 21.095 acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this
change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property into two
parcels. The applicant states that these lots are intended to be
residential/agricultural lots for the respective successors of the trust.
Reference: Comm. 468
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan (B/R)
Approve: PC-29
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 93: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO AREA ZONE MAP),
ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL – TWENTY ACRES (A-20a) TO
FAMILY AGRICULTURAL – THREE ACRES (FA-3a) AT KAŪMANA
HOMESTEADS, SOUTH HILO, HAWAI‘I, COVERED BY TMK: 2-5-003:024
(Applicants: Mark and Kim Rodrigues) (Area: 25.003 acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property into
five parcels. The applicants stated they intend to retain two lots and convey the
remaining three lots to their three children.
Reference: Comm. 473
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan (B/R)
Approve: PC-30
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 94: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 5, OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
PARKING
Adds portion of Kalawa Street to Schedule 28 (No parking at anytime), Subsection
(f), Kona.
Reference: Comm. 477
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Approve: PWPRC-16
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 95: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 1, OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
SPEED LIMITS
Amends provision in Schedule 5 (35 mph limit) and adds provision to Schedule
3 (25 mph limit), both for portions of Kawailani Street, Subsection (c), South
Hilo, to relocate a 35 mph speed limit sign to allow for a future driveway.
Reference: Comm. 478
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Approve: PWPRC-17
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 103: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-57, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – State Homeland Security Program Fiscal
Year (FY) 2015 account ($360,000); and appropriates the same to the State
Homeland Security Program FY 2015 account. Funds would be used with existing
funds towards the purchase of specialized equipment to enhance the capability of
state and county agencies to prevent and respond to incidents of terrorism and other
hazards.
Reference: Comm. 497
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 104: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-57, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
Appropriates revenues in the Fund Balance From Previous Year – Designated
account ($6.64); and appropriates the same to the Kohala Ranch Project 4 account.
The funds would be maintained separately and expended in accordance to the
requirements of their respective housing agreements.
Reference: Comm. 498
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 105: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-57, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Department of Health (DOH) Complete
Streets-Federal Grant account ($35,000); and appropriates the same to the DOH
Complete Streets-Federal Grant account. Funds would be used with existing funds
to allow staff within the Planning Department to attend Complete Streets training.
Reference: Comm. 510
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 106: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-58, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2015, TO JUNE 30, 2016
Adds the Haihai Fire Station (Kawailani Station Replacement) project for
$6 million to the Capital Budget. Funds for the project shall be provided from
General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund – Fund Balance and/or other
Sources ($6 million). Funds would be used to replace the current facility, which
will be negatively affected by Kawailani Street road improvements.
Reference: Comm. 511
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Waived: FC
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai‘i County Charter
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 107: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 5, OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
PARKING
Adds portions of Manini Beach Road, Kahauloa Street, and Kahauloa Road, to
Section 24-280, Schedule 28, (No parking at anytime), Subsection (f), Kona, to
address a concern that cars are parking in this heavily used beach area in places
too narrow for parking.
Reference: Comm. 513
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Waived: PWPRC
ST
PASSED 1 READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 78 AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 16, SECTION 2-98 OF THE HAWAI‘I
(Draft 3): COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED) RELATING TO
TRAVEL AND OTHER EXPENSES
Amends the Code to require that an exception to prohibited expenditures may only
be allowed if a written request showing the expenditure would be for a public
purpose is approved by the Mayor for requests made by employees or officers of
the Executive Branch or the Council Chair for requests made by employees or
officers of the Legislative Branch.
Reference: Comm. 422.7
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan
First Reading: October 7, 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.
Bill 86: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 08-72, WHICH AMENDED ORDINANCE
NO. 95-55, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM AGRICULTURAL -
10 ACRES (A-10a) AND AGRICULTURAL - 3 ACRES (A-3a) TO
AGRICULTURAL - 1 ACRE (A-1a) AT WAIĀKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAI‘I,
COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-2-048:093 AND PORTION OF 13.
(Applicant: Glory Nani Mau, LLC) (Area: 41.749 acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment, which would allow a five-year time extension to Condition B, Final
Subdivision Approval.
Reference: Comm. 447
Intr. by: Mr. Ilagan (B/R)
First Reading: October 7, 2015
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 90 AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 42 OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE
(Draft 3): 1983 (2005 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO PUBLIC ACCESS,
OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
Adds language to facilitate the administration of the Public Access, Open Space,
and Natural Resources Preservation Maintenance Fund; and to enable the Public
Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Commission to review and evaluate
stewardship grant applications associated with the fund.
Reference: Comm. 455.7
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: October 7, 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.
Bill 96: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-57, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants –DOT Flex Grant account ($105,045);
and appropriates the same to the DOT Flex Grant account. Funds would be used to
provide specialized training for police, prosecutors, and members of the judiciary in
the investigation and prosecution of drivers impaired by drugs and/or alcohol.
Reference: Comm. 483
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: October 7, 2015
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
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Bill 97: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-57, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Aggressive Driving Project Grant
account ($4,000); and appropriates the same to the Aggressive Driving Project
Grant account. The funds would be used with existing funds towards the purchase
of 20 Whelen VERTEX Super-LED light kits for Traffic Enforcement Unit officers
with unmarked vehicles.
Reference: Comm. 484
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: October 7, 2015
ND
PASSED 2 AND FINAL READING:
AYES: Council Members Chung, David, Eoff, Ilagan, Onishi, Paleka, and
Acting Chair Wille – 7.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Members Poindexter, and Kanuha – 2.
EXCUSED: None.
Bill 98: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-57, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Hawai‘i County Police Department
(HCPD) Click It Or Ticket Grant account ($500); and appropriates the same to the
HCPD Click It Or Ticket Grant account. The funds would be used with existing
funds towards the purchase of additional sporting equipment for the East and West
side of the Island to facilitate various sporting events.
Reference: Comm. 485
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: October 7, 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 99: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 15-57, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Speed Enforcement Grant account
($15,000); and appropriates the same to the Speed Enforcement Grant account. The
funds would be used with existing funds towards the purchase of a Stalker Speed
Awareness Monitor for the Kona district.
Reference: Comm. 486
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
First Reading: October 7, 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.
REPORTS
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
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: 1:37 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.
The meeting places are accessible for persons with disabilities. Persons who need special
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accommodations for this meeting should call 961-8255 by . Relay users please call
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Public attendance via courtesy site is available at the following location until 4:30 p.m. or later in the
event public testimony has not been completed:
Kona Council Office, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A; and
Waimea Council Office, Holomua Center, 64-1067 Māmalahoa Highway, Suite 5.
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Public attendance via courtesy site is also available at the following location until testimony has been
completed or 4:30 p.m., whichever comes first:
Conference Room adjacent to Hisaoka Gymnasium, Kamehameha Park Complex,
54-382 Kamehameha Park Road, Kapa‘au;
Public attendance via courtesy site is also available at the following locations until public testimony has
been completed:
Nāʻālehu State Office Building, 95-5669 Māmalahoa Highway, Nāʻālehu; and
Pāhoa Neighborhood Facility, 15-2710 Kauhale Street.
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(14)before 12:00 noon on the business
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Hawai‘i, 96720; (2) by facsimile to (808) 961-8912; or (3) by e-mail to
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Each video submittal shall be limited to a single agenda item
submittal. . Video submittals may
contain up to three individual testifiers and shall each be up to three minutes in length. Video testimony
will not be played during the meeting; however, it will be distributed to Council Members prior to the
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:
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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-
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2015
COMMITTEES TBA COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
25 Aupuni Street
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2015
COUNCIL 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL ROOM - HILO
25 Aupuni Street
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2015
COMMITTEES TBA WEST HAWAI‘I CIVIC CENTER
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway
Building A
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2015
COUNCIL 9:00 A.M. WEST HAWAI‘I CIVIC CENTER
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway
Building A
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