HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN COUNCIL 2018-04-25 2016-2018
Hawai‘i County Council
th
36 Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
April 25, 2018
INVOCATION: Pastor Makana Delovio of New Hope Legacy gave the morning’s invocation.
CALL TO The regular meeting of the Hawai‘i County Council was called to order at
ORDER: 9:12 a.m., in the Council Chambers, Kailua-Kona, by Ms. Karen Eoff, Acting
Chair.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Ms. Valerie T. Poindexter, Chair
Ms. Karen Eoff, Vice Chair
Mr. Aaron S. Y. Chung, Member (via videoconference from Hilo)
Ms. Maile Medeiros David, Member
Mr. Dru Mamo Kanuha, Member
Ms. Susan L. K. Lee Loy, Member (via videoconference from Hilo)
Ms. Eileen O’Hara, Member (via videoconference from Hilo, came in later)
Mr. Herbert M. “Tim” Richards, III, Member
Ms. Jennifer Ruggles, Member (via videoconference from Hilo)
PLEDGE OF The Acting Chair directed the Council to the next order of business, Pledge of
ALLEGIANCE: Allegiance.
(At this time, Ms. David led the Council in the Pledge of
Allegiance.)
PETITIONS, The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
MEMORIALS, Petitions, Memorials, Certificates of Merit, and Expressions of Condolence.
CERTIFICATES
OF MERIT, AND (There were none.)
EXPRESSIONS OF
CONDOLENCE:
STATEMENTS The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
FROM THE Statements from the Public on Agenda Items.
PUBLIC ON
AGENDA ITEMS: The following individuals registered to speak and came forward when called by
the Acting Chair:
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Eric Weinert: Res. 566-18 (Comm. 858), in support.
(representing Hawai‘i Papaya
Industry Association)
Corie Yanger: Res. 546-18 (Comm. 821), in support.
(representing University of
Hawai‘i – Cooperative
Extension Services)
Rae Okawa: Res. 578-18 (Comm. 870), in support.
(representing Hawai‘i
Wildlife Center)
Ruth Bernstone: Res. 581-18 (Comm. 873), in support.
(representing Friends of the
Library – Waikoloa Region)
Kanoa Lindiwe: Res. 563-18 (Comm. 855), in support.
Rene Siracusa: Res. 566-18 (Comm. 858), in support.
(representing Malama O Puna)
David Fuertes: Res. 583-18 (Comm. 875), in support; and
(representing Kahua Pa‘a Mua) Res. 585-18 (Comm. 877), in support.
Carol Fuertes:
(representing Kahua Pa‘a Mua) Res. 582-18 (Comm. 874), in support.
Ronnette Gonsalves: Res. 546-18 (Comm. 821), in support.
(representing Bodacious
Women of Pāhoa)
Frank Mulec: Res. 546-18 (Comm. 821), in support.
(representing Bodacious
Women of Pāhoa)
Shirley David: Res. 568-18 (Comm. 860), in support.
(representing Catholic
Charities Hawai‘i)
Teri Hollowell: Res. 572-18 (Comm. 864), in support.
(representing Hawai‘i Island
HIV/AIDS Foundation)
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Abolghassem Abraham Res. 568-18 (Comm. 860), in opposition;
Sadegh: Res. 580-18 (Comm. 872), in support;
Res. 586-18 (Comm. 879), in support; and
Bill 135 (Comm. 854), comment.
Zanira Musa: Res. 563-18 (Comm. 855), in support.
(representing Hawai‘i
Academy of Arts and Science)
Zion Easterbrook: Res. 563-18 (Comm. 855), in support.
(representing Hawai‘i
Academy of Arts and Science)
Kamaka Gunderson: Comm. 891, in support; and
(representing Puna Canoe Res. 575-18 (Comm. 867), in support.
Club)
Joyce Folena: Res. 562-18 (Comm. 851), in support;
Res. 563-18 (Comm. 855), in support;
Bill 130 (Comm. 846), in support;
Bill 131 (Comm. 847), in support; and
Bill 132 (Comm. 848), in support.
Gregory Smith: Res. 546-18 (Comm. 821), in support;
Res. 562-18 (Comm. 851), in support;
Res. 563-18 (Comm. 855), in support;
Res. 571-18 (Comm. 863), in support;
Res. 572-18 (Comm. 864), in support;
Bill 128 (Comm. 841), in support;
Bill 130 (Comm. 846), in support;
Bill 131 (Comm. 847), in support; and
Bill 132 (Comm. 848), in support.
Recess: At 10:07 a.m., the Acting Chair called for a recess due to technical
difficulties.
Reconvene: The meeting reconvened at 10:08 a.m.
Kekoa Kealoha: Res. 572-18 (Comm. 864), in support.
(representing Hawai‘i Island
HIV/AIDS Foundation)
Elizabeth Murph: Res. 568-18 (Comm. 860), in support.
(representing Catholic
Charities Hawai‘i)
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APPROVAL The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
OF MINUTES: Approval of Minutes.
Vote on Approval of Ms. Poindexter moved to approve the Minutes of
Minutes: March 14, 2018. Seconded by Mr. Richards and carried by
(Approved) the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Ruggles – 1.
Excused: None.
Change Order As directed by the Acting Chair and with no objection from the Council
of Business: Members, the following item was taken out of order:
Res. 591-18: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF AN ALCATEL 7710 NETWORK
SWITCH FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Donated by Hawaiian Telcom, this switch would replace a failed switch at the
Civil Defense Agency and serve as a backup unit once the original unit is
repaired.
Reference: Comm. 890
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 591-18. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Any discussion?
MR. RICHARDS: No discussion. I just want to do a shout out real quick on this.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Go ahead.
MR. RICHARDS: Hawai‘i Telcom helped out our IT (Information Technology)
Department. We were stuck, and IT asked Hawai‘i Telcom and they went and
found this and donated it to the County. So, a big shout out to Hawai‘i Telcom. I
yield.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. I’d just like to give a shout out to Corey,
who’s sitting here in the room, for all of his technical assistance. We took this out
of order so he can go back to work.
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MS. DAVID: Chair?
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. David.
MS. DAVID: Yes, thank you. I want to also thank Corey and get him back
working, but I also wanted to note that this was waived from the Finance
Committee. It’s a donation and I’d like to thank Hawaiian Telcom. Mahalo.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay. Mr. Kanuha, I know you had a request. Would
you like to go to that one before we do the nominations?
MR. KANUHA: (Inaudible.)
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Oh, okay. I’m sorry. Yeah, I didn’t. All in favor of
approving Resolution 591, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 591-18: The motion to adopt Res. 591-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Ruggles – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay.
Return to Order The Acting Chair directed the Council to return to the order of business.
of Business:
COMMUNI-The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
CATIONS: Communications.
Comm. 891: NOMINATION OF HARRY LEE MCINTOSH, III, TO THE COST OF
GOVERNMENT COMMISSION
From Mayor Harry Kim, dated April 6, 2018, submitting for the Council’s review
and confirmation the above nomination.
Waived: FC
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 24, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawai‘i County Charter)
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Motion to Approve: Ms. David moved to confirm the appointment of Harry Lee
McIntosh, III, to the Cost of Government Commission.
Seconded by Mr. Kanuha.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. McIntosh, if you could please come to the table, and
we’ll have Ms. Bautista in Hilo introduce you.
(At this time, Executive Assistant to the Mayor Rose Bautista and
nominee Harry Lee McIntosh, III, came forward to address the members
of the Council.)
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Go ahead, Rose.
MS. BAUTISTA: Thank you. Good morning, everyone. Mayor Kim has
nominated Harry Lee McIntosh, also called “Lee,” as he likes to be called,
Lee McIntosh, III, of Council District 6 to the Cost of Government Commission.
Mr. McIntosh is a small business owner and is active in his community, having
been a member of ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou and the Ka‘ū Chamber of Commerce. He has
been a resident of Hawai‘i for approximately 13 years and he has no political
party affiliation. Thank you for waiving this through Committee because this
commission has already started. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay. Mr. McIntosh, would you like to say a few words
why you would like to serve on this commission?
MR. MCINTOSH: Yes. First, I’d like to thank Maile David and her office for
bringing this to my attention, suggesting that I look into it. It’s something that I
would like to help the County with in identifying waste and potential revenue and
also looking at ways that the County can be more efficient in accomplishing its
policy. And I watched the proceedings earlier for the nomination, so I’m able to
rearrange my schedule. I’m self-employed, run my own business. So, that’s not a
problem. It’s unfortunate I missed the first meeting, but I’m told the next one’s
tomorrow. So, I look forward to getting involved and helping the County be more
efficient.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Council Members, comments? Ms. David.
MS. DAVID: Thank you, Chair, and aloha, Mr. McIntosh. I’m so thrilled that
you ended up applying for this position so we can get the commission started. I
would like to ask my fellow Council Members for their support. Mr. McIntosh is
very closely involved with the Ka‘ū community, and I believe that community
aspect and your experience will be a plus for this commission. And I just would
like to say thank you and ask for the Council Members’ support. So, mahalo.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Any other comments, Council Members? Mr. Kanuha.
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MR. KANUHA: Thank you and mahalo, Mr. McIntosh, for being here. Happy to
support your nomination, and good luck on this commission. It will be pretty
interesting to see your guys’ findings. So, I support your nomination.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Thank you, Chair. I, too, will support your nomination.
When we seek members of different commissions, listening to the
recommendation of the person representing that district is important to us. And
Maile speaks well, so that’s good for me. I know the Nā‘ālehu community pretty
well, and representing that community is important. So, I look forward to the
report coming out of your commission. I yield.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Any other comments? Seeing none,
I’d just like to support your nomination as well and thank you very much for
stepping up. I’m sure you’ll be an added voice to this commission and report
back to us whenever you can. All in favor of filing Communication 891 and
approving the nomination of Harry Lee McIntosh, III, please say “aye.”
Vote on Comm. 891: The motion to confirm the appointment of Harry Lee
(Approved) McIntosh, III, to the Cost of Government Commission was
carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Congratulations.
Change Order As directed by the Acting Chair and with no objection from the Council
of Business: Members, the following items were taken out of order:
PSMTC-9 NOMINATION OF KYLE KEAMO TO THE FIRE COMMISSION
(Comm. 833):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
Motion to Approve: Ms. David moved to adopt Public Safety and Mass Transit
Committee Report No. 9. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. Bautista.
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(At this time, Executive Assistant to the Mayor Rose Bautista and
nominee Kyle Keamo came forward to address the members of the
Council.)
MS. BAUTISTA: Thank you. Mayor Kim has nominated Kyle Keamo, Council
District 2, to the Fire Commission. Mr. Keamo is a teacher at Hilo High, from
which he is also an alumni. He possesses a Bachelor of Science Degree in
Exercise and Sports Sciences from Brigham Young University Hawai‘i. He’s a
lifelong resident of Hawai‘i and has coached various youth sporting teams and
expresses an interest in giving back to his community. Mr. Keamo indicates that
he is not affiliated with any political party and, if he is confirmed, he will serve a
st
vacancy that expires December 31, 2021. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Mr. Keamo, would you like to add a
few comments?
MR. KEAMO: Good morning. As a lifelong Hawai‘i County resident, I consider
myself blessed to be a County resident and look for opportunities to help my
community and those who live here. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Council Members? Hilo, anybody
wish to comment? Okay. Thank you. Anyone here in—Mr. Kanuha.
MR. CHUNG: Madam Chairman, I’m just going to ask—
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Oh, Mr. Chung.
MR. CHUNG: One or two, if I could, yeah. Actually, the first one is a comment.
The Fire Commission as well as the Police Commission are important in many
ways, but I think probably the most important function each of those two
commissions have is the selection of their respective department heads. And one
thing that has troubled me about each of these commissions and others is that
there is the potential for well-minded individuals to get sucked into the whole
departmental—I don’t know how you would say it, but just swept up on their
mantra instead of staying separate and objective.
And one of the problems I see is that during each of these meetings that you guys
will have, I think, unless the process has changed, they’ll go out and have lunch,
and who will be there? It will be the respective chiefs and their assistants there.
And it becomes a social event. All I ask is that you stay objective and know what
your task is. Can you do that?
MR. KEAMO: Yes, I believe that I can. I think teaching, it helps—teaching
helped me to become objective. A lot of times, you have kids who are personable
and think that they can sway their grade or kind of get their way by being
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personable instead of accomplishing the task that’s at hand. So, I think my
profession has helped me to keep the objective in mind and not be swayed by
influences that have ulterior motives.
MR. CHUNG: Thank you. I just wanted to bring that up so you’re aware of this
relationship between the commission and the department. You guys are actually
separate. The public will look at you guys as being, and maybe it’s incorrect, but
sometimes as being the watchdogs for the public. So, just be mindful of that.
And I appreciate you stepping up. Thank you.
MR. KEAMO: Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Ms. Poindexter.
MS. POINDEXTER: Yeah. I just want to say that I didn’t support this initially
because the nominee was not present at the time, and we didn’t get to hear from
him. So, if our Council Member in that district is comfortable, I would support it
as well. But thank you, Mr. Keamo, for coming forward and giving of your time
and volunteering to serve on this commission. So, I look forward to hearing more
about you. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Yeah. Mr. Keamo, I, too, did not support your initial
nomination, again because we hadn’t met you. And I really appreciate you
coming to chambers. So again, echoing what the Chair has said, I’ll be
supporting you going forward.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Mr. Kanuha.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you. Mahalo for being here. It’s always nice to see the
nominee come before Council, and it’s nice to see a face. It’s nice to talk story,
kind of get a background of who you are. Some members might have voted
against you but I think it was for the reason of not seeing you. So, we’re glad to
see you here and look forward to you volunteering for this position on the Fire
Commission, and good luck. Just thank you for volunteering your time.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Are there any other comments, questions? Seeing none,
then all in favor of filing Communication 833 and approving the nomination of
Kyle Keamo to the Fire Commission, please say “aye.”
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Vote on PSMTC-9: The motion to adopt Public Safety and Mass Transit
(Adopted) Committee Report No. 9 was carried by the following
voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Congratulations, Mr. Keamo. We’re
going to take a quick recess right now so we can congratulate the nominees.
Recess: At 10:32 a.m., the Acting Chair called for a recess.
Reconvene: The meeting reconvened at 10:37 a.m.
Res. 568-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO CATHOLIC
CHARITIES HAWAI‘I FOR ITS 2018 WEST HAWAI‘I FAITH-BASED
SUMMIT TO END FAMILY HOMELESSNESS
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Office of Housing and Community
Development, Transfer to Housing Fund account.
Reference: Comm. 860
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
Motion to Approve: Mr. Kanuha moved to adopt Res. 568-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you. This is something we supported in the past. As you
heard previously, it’s a great way for the entire community to get together and
really find out how we can all help each other in supporting efforts to end family
homelessness. And I really appreciate all the volunteers, all the organizations that
have come together to help our families in need. And really want to mahalo
Catholic Charities for putting on this event. It is a really good event. It’s not only
about our faith-based organization. It’s really about our entire community coming
together and figuring out unique ways to help these individuals. So again,
mahalo, Shirley. Mahalo to those who put on this event and really looking
forward to the next summit at old airport. Please keep us updated and let us know
when—I mean, we know when it is but we’d like to send out flyers and let the
community know when it gets closer to the event to come and be part of it. So
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again, mahalo for being here. Mahalo for the support, your support of our
community. Council Members, I leave it open to any questions you have, but I
ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Any questions or comments, Council
Members? Seeing none, then all in favor of approving Resolution 568 please say
“aye.”
Vote on Res. 568-18: The motion to adopt Res. 568-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries.
Res. 556-18: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE
ARMY, PURSUANT TO HAWAI‘I REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7,
FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I TO SHARE COSTS FOR A WAIĀKEA-
PALAI FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT FEASIBILITY STUDY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into an agreement that would replace the existing
study with a new study to be funded under the Continuing Authorities Program
with no additional funding required for the current fiscal year.
Reference: Comm. 843
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-102
Motion to Approve: Ms. David moved to adopt Res. 556-18 and Finance
Committee Report No. 102. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. David.
MS. DAVID: Yes, and I believe Mr. Brown and Mr. Ishii are in our Council
Chambers in Hilo. And I just wanted to make a note for my Council Members
that, at Committee, this measure received nine unanimous votes. So, I ask for
your continued support. And if you have any questions, I believe the gentlemen
are available in Hilo. I yield.
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ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Are there any questions, Council Members?
No? Okay, well, thank you very much for being there and thank you, Ms. David.
All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 556-18: The motion to adopt Res. 556-18 and Finance Committee
(Adopted) Report No. 102 was carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 556 carries nine “ayes.”
Res. 573-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE RENTAL AND CLEANING OF
A PORTABLE BATHROOM FOR BANYAN BEACH IN KONA
Transfers $4,800 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Public Works, Transfer to
Highway Fund account.
Reference: Comm. 865
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
Motion to Approve: Mr. Kanuha moved to adopt Res. 573-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Discussion? Mr. Kanuha.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you. This is for the continued use of a portable bathroom
at Banyan’s Beach. We’ve gone through this resolution previously. It was
because, at one point, the department didn’t have the funds, yeah, to continue the
use of a portable toilet at this beach. So, I came in with contingency funds from
District 7 to continue having a portable toilet down at Banyan’s Beach. This is a
very popular surfing area, and I felt it necessary to have a toilet down there
because of the amount of people that use this area. It was a public health hazard
for us not to have a portable toilet down there. So, this was my duty to make sure
and continue the service at an area that is popular for a lot of local people.
The monies will go toward an ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) portable
toilet, and I did double the amount because I wanted them to clean it more often.
When there’s days of good surf, there are a lot of people that go down there. So,
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it’s not fun to use a portable toilet that has a week full of use. So, this is for
additional services, additional cleaning, and I’m glad to be able to support this or
glad to be able to continue to support this portable toilet down at this very popular
beach park. I ask for all of your support, and let’s keep this going.
I really hope that we can—because of the amount of use because it’s very close to
the ocean, it does get a lot of wear and tear. Maybe we can ask whoever it is
we’re getting the contract from to maybe switch out the portables every once in a
while and make it cleaner. So, maybe we can do that with this next contract. If
there’s any questions, we have Aaron Brown in the audience from Public Works
and he can answer them. But I ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you, Mr. Kanuha. Any other Council Members
have a question or a comment? No? Well, thank you, Mr. Brown, for being
there. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 573-18: The motion to adopt Res. 573-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, Resolution 573 is approved.
Return to Order The Acting Chair directed the Council to return to the order of business.
of Business:
ORDER OF The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
RESOLUTIONS: Order of Resolutions.
(Note: Items in this category were taken up previously, out of order.)
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Res. 544-18: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
FOR A POSTAGE MACHINE FOR THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK,
ELECTIONS DIVISION
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a three-year lease agreement for a postage
machine with an approximate monthly cost of $35.
Reference: Comm. 817
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Approve: FC-101
Vote on Res. 544-18: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 544-18 and Finance
(Adopted) Committee Report No. 101. Seconded by Mr. Richards
and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 544 is adopted.
Res. 546-18: 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
GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP TO SUPPORT THE
FOREST ROOTS II FAMILY EDUCATION DAY AND HUNTING
TOURNAMENT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Hawai‘i County Resource Center account.
Reference: Comm. 821
Intr. by: Ms. O’Hara
Postponed: April 11, 2018
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. O’Hara, seconded by Mr. Richards, to approve
Res. 546-18.)
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, then I’ll just turn it over to Ms. O’Hara.
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MS. O’HARA: Thank you, Chair and Council. Just asking for your support.
We’ve heard from a couple testifiers about this event. It was great last year, and
it’s going to be even better this year. So, thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Any questions or comments, Council
Members? Hearing none, all in favor please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 546-18: The motion to adopt Res. 546-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 546 is adopted.
Res. 562-18: APPROVES AND AMENDS THE 2015-2019 COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I
CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2018 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE
COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM (HOME), AND
NATIONAL HOUSING TRUST FUND (HTF) AND AUTHORIZES THE
MAYOR OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I TO EXECUTE AND SUBMIT THE
AMENDED CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND
ALL OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD)
The County’s Office of Housing and Community Development anticipates the
following HUD allocations for Program Year 2018: a CDBG allocation of
$2,428,055 and program income of $100,000, for a total of $2,528,055 of CDBG
funds; an HTF allocation of $1,425,000; and a HOME allocation of $2,425,000.
Funds would be used towards projects that benefit persons of extremely-low, low,
and moderate income throughout Hawai‘i Island.
Reference: Comm. 851
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-103
Motion to Approve: Ms. David moved to adopt Res. 562-18 and Finance
Committee Report No. 103. Seconded by Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. David.
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MS. DAVID: Yes, and this one as well, I would ask my Council Members for
their continued support. It received unanimous approval in Committee. And if
anyone has questions, Mr. Gyotoku is in the audience. Otherwise, I ask for your
continued support. Mahalo.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Are there any questions? Council
Members in Hilo, we have Mr. Gyotoku here in Kona. Okay, seeing no questions
and no comments, all in favor of approving Resolution 562 please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 562-18: The motion to adopt Res. 562-18 and Finance Committee
(Adopted) Report No. 103 was carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries.
Change Order As directed by the Acting Chair and with no objection from the Council
of Business: Members, the following items were taken out of order:
Res. 578-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAI‘I
WILDLIFE CENTER FOR ITS WILDLIFE SERVICES PROGRAM
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development
(R&D), Agriculture R&D Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 870
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 578-18. Seconded by
Mr. Kanuha.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Okay, thank you. And thank you for being here today to come
testify. I’m not going to pretend to explain the great explanation we’ve already
had from the wildlife center. Just touching, this is in North Kohala and you’ll
notice the theme that goes for a lot of my positions: if it revolves around
agriculture, I’ll probably support it. This is kind of an interesting deal. When we
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talk about agriculture, the wildlife service there is supporting agriculture in the
sense of the greater ecosystem. And as was mentioned before, the ‘io and the
pueo are two things that they administer to. I have ranchers that we find these out
in the pastures that are injured or sick. And having a place to take them, it’s part
of the greater stewardship of the land. So, this fits right into the whole fabric of
agriculture. So, I humbly ask my fellow colleagues to support this.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Any other comments, questions?
Ms. David.
MS. DAVID: Yes. Thank you, Chair, and I would—actually, I’m wanting to
thank Council Member Richards for supporting this. And thank you for all you
do. I have such a close love of pueo. And just hearing what you do for our pueo
and our ‘io, I applaud you and I thank you very much. I wish I had contingency
to also give you. But anyway, thank you. Aloha.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Mr. Kanuha.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you. I support this as well. Ms. David is putting it
lightly. She doesn’t have a close connection to pueo. Her entire office is filled
with pueo! And—I’m sorry? Not live ones. But thank you for that. I fully
support this.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Seeing no further comment, all in favor
please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 578-18: The motion to adopt Res. 578-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
Lee Loy, O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries.
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Res. 581-18: 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
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY – WAIKOLOA REGION FOR THE PURCHASE
OF BOOKS FOR ITS LITERACY PROJECT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Business Development account.
Reference: Comm. 873
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 581-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Thank you. Another facet of my support. Areas that I like to
support is education and young children. So, I really appreciate that. It’s actually
quite a cool book, and I’m glad we got this coming forward.
Councilwoman David, it reminds me of the book we did down in Ka‘ū, very
similar to that. So, I’m very pleased to support this and looking forward to help
facilitate in getting a bricks-and-mortar library in Waikoloa. So, with that I ask
for the support of my colleagues.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 581-18: The motion to adopt Res. 581-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: I believe Ms. Lee Loy had to leave and we received her
letter informing us of that. So, that would be eight “ayes.”
Return to Order The Acting Chair directed the Council to return to the order of business.
of Business:
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Res. 563-18: 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 ARTS
AND SCIENCE CENTER FOR THE HAWAI‘I ACADEMY OF ARTS AND
SCIENCE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL’S SENIOR TRIP AND
GRADUATION DINNER
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 855
Intr. by: Ms. O’Hara
Motion to Approve: Ms. O’Hara moved to adopt Res. 563-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Go ahead, Ms. O’Hara.
MS. O’HARA: Thank you, and I just ask for your support. We heard from a
couple of the students from HAAS (Hawai‘i Academy of Arts and Science) who
came up to the office in Pāhoa to testify. And I appreciate that they are getting
engaged in civic activities. So, I ask for your support. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Any other comments, Council Members?
Seeing none, all in favor please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 563-18: The motion to adopt Res. 563-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 563 is approved.
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Res. 564-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE
CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY’S PROJECT 360
Transfers $800 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Civil Defense Agency, Other Current
Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 856
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Motion to Approve: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 564-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: This is my contribution to a project that I think many of
us have contributed to already, and this is to provide the citizen CERT
(Community Emergency Response Team) teams to partner with Civil Defense
Agency for this important project to make our whole island safer. So, I just ask
for your support. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 564-18: The motion to adopt Res. 564-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 564 is adopted.
Res. 565-18: 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 PORTUGUESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER FOR THE
TH
140ANNIVERSARY OF THE ARRIVAL OF THE FIRST PORTUGUESE
IMMIGRANT FAMILIES
Transfers $7,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Hawai‘i County Resource Center account.
Reference: Comm. 857
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
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(Note: Comm. 857.1, from Council Member Aaron S. Y. Chung dated April 20,
2018, transmitting proposed amendments to Res. 565-18, was circulated.)
Motion to Approve: Mr. Chung moved to adopt Res. 565-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
Vote on Motion to Mr. Chung moved to amend Res. 565-18 with the contents
Amend: of Comm. 857.1. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter and carried
(Approved) by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
Vote on Motion to Mr. Chung moved to suspend Council Rule 24 to waive the
Suspend Council holdover for the substantive amendment of Res. 565-18.
Rules: Seconded by Mr. Kanuha and carried by the following
(Approved) voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you, Mr. Chung. Go ahead.
MR. CHUNG: I just ask for your support. This is just another way for the
County to support and celebrate a culture that’s been so important to the fabric of
our island. That’s all.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. And the amendment just corrected the
account number in case you were wondering.
MR. CHUNG: Yes.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: All in favor, please say “aye.”
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Vote on Res. 565-18: The motion to adopt Res. 565-18, as amended to Draft 2,
(Draft 2) was carried by the following voice vote:
(Adopted)
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 565 is adopted, as amended.
Or I should say Resolution 565, as amended, is adopted.
Res. 566-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO MALAMA
O PUNA TO ASSIST THE HAWAI‘I PAPAYA INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
WITH ITS FERAL PIG TRAPPING PROGRAM
Transfers $2,600 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Research and Development
(R&D), Agriculture R&D Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 858
Intr. by: Ms. O’Hara
Motion to Approve: Ms. O’Hara moved to adopt Res. 566-18. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. O’Hara.
MS. O’HARA: I ask for your support. This is, as we heard from Mr. Weinert, a
real problem with the papaya industry. And the traps that they will build will be
reused by Malama O Puna because we’re having lots of problems on-island with
feral pigs. I find it interesting that, in the same meeting, we’re also approving the,
what is it called, the Forest Roots Family Education Day and Hunting
Tournament because that’s going to be another way to get a few pigs out of the
jungle. They brought in some very large pigs last year. So, I just ask for your
support. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, any comments? All in favor, please say “aye.”
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Vote on Res. 566-18: The motion to adopt Res. 566-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, and
Acting Chair Eoff – 7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Ruggles – 2.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: The resolution is adopted.
Res. 567-18: 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 ARTIST COLLABORATION FOR THE HA ‘OLA SPRING FEST
HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 859
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Motion to Approve: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 567-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: This event took place, but I ask you for your support so
we can reimburse them. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 567-18: The motion to adopt Res. 567-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, and
Acting Chair Eoff – 7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Ruggles – 2.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 567 is adopted.
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Res. 569-18: 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 HILO
HĀMĀKUA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR THE
PEPE‘EKEŌ SUGARCANE FESTIVAL
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 861
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Motion to Approve: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 569-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. Poindexter.
MS. POINDEXTER: Yeah, the resolution is self-explanatory. I just ask for your
support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, all in favor please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 569-18: The motion to adopt Res. 569-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, and
Acting Chair Eoff – 7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Ruggles – 2.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. 569 is adopted.
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Res. 570-18: 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 ARTIST COLLABORATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE WEST HAWAI‘I COMMUNITY BEACH
CLEANUP
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 862
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Motion to Approve: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 570-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: This event actually already took place as well. But this is
an annual beach cleanup that spans all the way from, I believe, Puako to
Ho‘okena or further. Anyways, it was a big success, a big turnout, and I just
wanted to thank the organizers for the efforts that they put in to keeping our
coastline free of debris as this event is, not sure if annual, but they’ve held several
of these. And so, I’d just like your support. Thank you. All in favor, please say
“aye.”
Vote on Res. 570-18: The motion to adopt Res. 570-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, and
Acting Chair Eoff – 7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Ruggles – 2.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 570 is adopted.
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Res. 571-18: 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 ARTIST COLLABORATION FOR THE WEST HAWAI‘I
COMMUNITY BEACH CLEANUP
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 863
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
Motion to Approve: Mr. Kanuha moved to adopt Res. 571-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you, and as you said, this cleanup already happened but
I’m glad that we can continue to support this. Again, great for our community to
be able to come together, hundreds of volunteers, every single year to clean up
our precious resources. And really wanted to mahalo all the volunteers, especially
the Wave Riders Against Drugs for their huge efforts, Jeff Fear and everybody
who has put this together. It’s a collaborative effort, and I’m glad that we can
continue to support this worthwhile event. So again, mahalo to everybody out
there who, year after year, continue to go out there with their bags, with their
gloves and pick up as much trash as possible to keep our communities clean. So,
I ask for your support and, again, mahalo.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 571-18: The motion to adopt Res. 571-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 571 is adopted.
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Res. 572-18: 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 HIV/AIDS FOUNDATION FOR HIV AND HEPATITIS C
TESTING KITS
Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Hawai‘i County Resource Center account.
Reference: Comm. 864
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
Motion to Approve: Mr. Kanuha moved to adopt Res. 572-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Kanuha.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you. There was a lot of testimony earlier about this
program. I still don’t understand the reason why the Department of Health has
cut off funding for this program and why certain individuals cannot get the free
testing. But I’m just happy to help out and support this organization, and I ask for
your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Any other comments? Hearing none,
all in favor please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 572-18: The motion to adopt Res. 572-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 572 is adopted.
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Res. 574-18: 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 PORTUGUESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER TO ASSIST WITH THE
TH
140YEAR COMMEMORATION OF THE ARRIVAL OF PORTUGUESE
IMMIGRANTS TO HAWAI‘I
Transfers $1,200 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Tourism Promotion account.
Reference: Comm. 866
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 574-18. Seconded by
Mr. Kanuha.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: This is my contribution from District 8 contingency funds
to celebrate and commemorate 140 years of the contributions of the Portuguese
immigrants here in Hawai‘i. So, asking for your support. Thank you. All in
favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 574-18: The motion to adopt Res. 574-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 574 is adopted.
Res. 575-18: 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 PUNA
CANOE CLUB FOR ITS KAMALI‘I HOE PROJECT
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 867
Intr. by: Ms. O’Hara
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Motion to Approve: Ms. O’Hara moved to adopt Res. 575-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. O’Hara.
MS. O’HARA: Thank you. I just ask for your support. We heard from the
member from the canoe club and how important this is for the community and for
the keiki.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 575-18: The motion to adopt Res. 575-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 575 is adopted.
Res. 576-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO LŌKAHI
TREATMENT CENTER FOR ITS CO-OCCURRING DISORDER PROGRAM
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 868
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Motion to Approve: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 576-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. Poindexter.
MS. POINDEXTER: Yes, the resolution is self-explanatory. I ask for your
support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
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Vote on Res. 576-18: The motion to adopt Res. 576-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 576 is approved.
Res. 577-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR PARK MAINTENANCE AND
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AT VARIOUS FACILITIES IN COUNCIL
DISTRICT 1
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Transfer to Capital Project Fund – General account.
Reference: Comm. 869
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Motion to Approve: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 577-18. Seconded by
Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Any comments? Ms. Poindexter.
MS. POINDEXTER: No, just ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 577-18: The motion to adopt Res. 577-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries; 577 is adopted.
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Res. 579-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
HUI OKINAWA FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE 2018 LOOCHOO
IDENTITY SUMMIT
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 871
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
Motion to Approve: Mr. Chung moved to adopt Res. 579-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Chung, comments?
MR. CHUNG: Just ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 579-18: The motion to adopt Res. 579-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 579 is adopted.
Res. 580-18: 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 LGBT LEGACY FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT THE
2018 HAWAI‘I ISLAND LGBTQ PRIDE FESTIVAL
Transfers $500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 872
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
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Motion to Approve: Mr. Chung moved to adopt Res. 580-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Chung.
MR. CHUNG: Yeah, ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, all in favor please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 580-18: The motion to adopt Res. 580-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 580 is adopted.
Res. 582-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KAHUA
PA‘A MUA, INC., TO SUPPORT KOHALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL’S
DISCOVERY GARDEN – FARM TO SCHOOL PROJECT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 874
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 582-18. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Yeah, again just real quick, this is to support Kahua Pa‘a Mua
and the elementary school in Kohala, which is part of the schooling program that
started the initial pilot project for the State and the farm-to-plate initiative to get
the farming going and then getting the food actually into their cafeteria. As you
heard David Fuertes talk about the old FFA (Future Farmers of America), this is a
rekindling of that FFA and the work they’re doing, a compliment to Kahua Pa‘a
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Mua and the Fuertes. They’re also the group that was involved with the project
Reach Out, and so they’ve been doing a lot of work with the children and looking
towards that next generation. So, with that, I ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you, Mr. Richards. Any other comments?
Seeing none, all in favor please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 582-18: The motion to adopt Res. 582-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 582 is adopted.
Res. 583-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER TO ASSIST WITH
EXPENSES RELATED TO A CELEBRATION IN NORTH KOHALA
HONORING THE FILIPINO CULTURE
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Tourism Promotion account.
Reference: Comm. 875
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 583-18. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Again, I think this is something that is well represented on the
Council. We have a celebration of all the different cultures, and this is just one of
them in Kohala; the Filipino culture very strong, very vibrant. I ask for your
support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. Any other comments? Seeing none, all
in favor please say “aye.”
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Vote on Res. 583-18: The motion to adopt Res. 583-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 583 is adopted.
Res. 584-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE
CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY’S PROJECT 360
Transfers $800 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Civil Defense Agency, Other Current
Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 876
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 584-18. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Yeah, this is, I guess I’ll call it “companion resolution,” but
many other Council Members have supported this in supporting the CERT
project. In Waikoloa, we’re also working on something else with Civil Defense,
and the CERT were there installing repeaters that, hopefully when we get all of
that sorted out, will be able to tie in those repeaters to North Kohala and
South Kohala and maybe even reach as far as Maui. I ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
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Vote on Res. 584-18: The motion to adopt Res. 584-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Resolution 584 is adopted.
Res. 585-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KAHUA
PA‘A MUA, INC., TO SUPPORT THE BIG ISLAND CHAPTERS OF THE
FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA BY PROVIDING FIVE YEAR-END
BANQUETS FOR ITS PARTICIPANTS
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 877
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Motion to Approve: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Res. 585-18. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Richards.
MR. RICHARDS: Yes, I will also be asking that we waive the five-day holdover
as this is a little bit time-sensitive. So, how do we do that? Just at the end?
ACTING CHR. EOFF: First, we’ll vote on the main motion.
MR. RICHARDS: Okay. All right. Again, this is Kahua Pa‘a Mua. As I
mentioned previously, their support for FFA and rekindling this, this is to help
support the banquet at the end of the year. FFA, it is ag-centric but more than
that, and more importantly, it’s also leadership development. You heard the
comments that Mr. Fuertes talked about: parliamentary procedure, public
speaking, etc.—very important going forward. Regardless of the vocation these
students select, FFA will be helpful. I have friends across the nation that have
been involved in FFA that are in government leadership positions, and they credit
FFA for that. So, I ask for your support.
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ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. Any other comments? Seeing none, all in
favor please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 585-18: The motion to adopt Res. 585-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries.
Vote on Motion to Mr. Richards moved to Suspend Council Rule 15 to waive
Suspend Council the 5-day hold for reconsideration. Seconded by
Rules: Ms. Poindexter and carried by the following voice vote:
(Approved)
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries.
MR. RICHARDS: Thank you.
Res. 586-18: 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 LGBT LEGACY FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES
RELATED TO THE 2018 HAWAI‘I ISLAND LGBTQ PRIDE FESTIVAL
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 879
Intr. by: Ms. Ruggles
Motion to Approve: Ms. Ruggles moved to adopt Res. 586-18. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
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ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. Ruggles.
MS. RUGGLES: Thank you. I’m proud to be able to help fund the LGBTQ
Pride Festival for 2018. It looks like it might happen in July. And I was also
happy to participate in the last few years’ ones as well. And I urge my colleagues
to support. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Res. 586-18: The motion to adopt Res. 586-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 586 is adopted.
Res. 587-18: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS
AND RECREATION’S SUMMER TEEN SCENE PROGRAM
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services – Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits $1,200 to the Department of Parks and
Recreation, Recreation Division Other Current Expenses account and $1,300 to
the Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 880
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Motion to Approve: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Res. 587-18. Seconded by
Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. Poindexter.
MS. POINDEXTER: Yeah, I just ask for your support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. All in favor, say “aye.”
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Vote on Res. 587-18: The motion to adopt Res. 587-18 was carried by the
(Adopted) following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Resolution 587 is adopted.
BILLS FOR The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
ORDINANCES Bills for Ordinances (First Reading).
(FIRST READING):
Bill 125: NAMES A COUNTY PARK WITHIN ALIʻI KAI SUBDIVISION, SITUATED
AT TAX MAP KEY: 7-6-019:034, AND AMENDS CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 8,
SECTION 15-68.1 OF THE HAWAIʻI COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION,
AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE PARKS AND RECREATIONAL
FACILITY SCHEDULE
Officially names Ali‘i Kai Park and adds it to the Parks and Recreational Facility
Schedule.
Reference: Comm. 818
Intr. by: Mr. Kanuha
Approve: PWPRC-43
Motion to Approve: Mr. Kanuha moved to pass Bill 125 on first reading and
adopt Public Works and Parks and Recreation Committee
Report No. 43. Seconded by Ms. David.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Mr. Kanuha.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you. We’ve gone through a lot of discussion previously
on this. Mahalo for all of your support in officially naming this park Ali‘i Kai
Park. The community is very happy about this park, and I will continue to ask for
your support. So, thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Any other comments, Council Members? Questions?
Seeing none, all in favor please say “aye.”
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Vote on Bill 125: The motion to pass Bill 125 on first reading and adopt
(Approved) Public Works and Parks and Recreation Committee Report
No. 43 was carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 125 will move to second reading.
Bill 126: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 3 OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO BUS
STOPS AND PUBLIC ROAD TAXI STANDS
Amends Section 24-275, Schedule 23 (Bus Stop locations), Subsection (c),
South Hilo, by removing an existing bus stop to allow for parallel on-street
parking stalls along a portion of Hualālai Street.
Reference: Comm. 830
Intr. by: Ms. Ruggles (B/R)
Approve: PWPRC-44
Motion to Approve: Ms. Ruggles moved to pass Bill 126 on first reading and
adopt Public Works and Parks and Recreation Committee
Report No. 44. Seconded by Mr. Richards.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. Ruggles.
MS. RUGGLES: We discussed this in Committee and just ask for your continued
support. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Bill 126: The motion to pass Bill 126 on first reading and adopt
(Approved) Public Works and Parks and Recreation Committee Report
No. 44 was carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
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ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 126 will move to second reading.
Bill 128: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Increases revenues in the Federal – 2017 Block Grant account ($24,362); and
appropriates the same to the Administration, Planning & Fair Housing account for
a total appropriation of $2,524,362. These additional funds would be used for the
Office of Housing and Community Development’s Community Development
Block Grant program.
Reference: Comm. 841
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-104
Motion to Approve: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 128 on first reading and
adopt Finance Committee Report No. 104. Seconded by
Mr. Kanuha.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Ms. David.
MS. DAVID: Yes, this also received a unanimous approval at Committee, and I
ask for your continued support.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, any comments? Thank you. Okay, all in favor
please say “aye.”
Vote on Bill 128: The motion to pass Bill 128 on first reading and adopt
(Approved) Finance Committee Report No. 104 was carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 128 moves to second reading.
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Bill 129: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act
(WIOA) account ($1.3 million); and appropriates the same to the following
2018-2019 WIOA accounts: Administration Planning ($130,000); Adult Program
($400,000); Dislocated Worker Program ($345,000); and Youth Program
($425,000). Funds would be used to assist adults, dislocated workers, and youth
by providing services that will train individuals to increase employment,
retention, earnings, skills, and literacy.
Reference: Comm. 842
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-105
Motion to Approve: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 129 on first reading and
adopt Finance Committee Report No. 105. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Any comments?
MS. DAVID: Just for your continued support. Thank you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you. All in favor, please say “aye.”
Vote on Bill 129: The motion to pass Bill 129 on first reading and adopt
(Approved) Finance Committee Report No. 105 was carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 129 moves to second reading.
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Bill 133: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Appropriates revenues in the Federal – 2018 Housing Trust Fund Grant account
($1,425,000); and appropriates the same to the following accounts: Kaloko
Heights Affordable Housing ($1,350,000) and Office of Housing and Community
Development Administration ($75,000). Funds would be used towards projects
that benefit persons of extremely-low income throughout Hawai‘i Island.
Reference: Comm. 852
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-106
Vote on Bill 133: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 133 on first reading and
(Approved) adopt Finance Committee Report No. 106. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 133 moves to second reading.
Bill 134: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Increases revenues in the Federal – 2018 HOME Investment Partnerships
Program (HOME) ($2,375,000) and HOME Grant – Program Income ($50,000)
accounts, for a total of $2,425,000; and appropriates the same to the following
accounts: Kaloko Heights Affordable Housing ($1.4 million); Tenant Base
Rental Assistance Program ($900,000); and Office of Housing and Community
Development Administration ($125,000). Funds would be used towards projects
that benefit persons of low and moderate income throughout Hawai‘i Island.
Reference: Comm. 853
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-107
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Vote on Bill 134: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 134 on first reading and
(Approved) adopt Finance Committee Report No. 107. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 134 moves to second reading.
Bill 135: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Appropriates revenues in the Federal – 2018 Block Grant ($2,428,055) and Block
Grant – Program Income ($100,000) accounts, for a total of $2,528,055;
and appropriates the same to the following accounts: Paradise Park Fire Station –
Wildland 4x4 Brush Truck ($270,000); Kula‘imano Elderly Renovations
($850,000); Hale Maluhia Men’s Shelter – Roof and Americans with Disabilities
Act Improvements ($151,742); Kiheipua Family Shelter – Roof and Kitchen
Renovations ($137,753); Boys & Girls Club – Gym and Paving Improvements
($571,560); Boys & Girls Club – Van Acquisition ($47,000); and Administration,
Planning & Fair Housing ($500,000). Funds would be used towards projects that
benefit persons of low and moderate income throughout Hawai‘i Island.
Reference: Comm. 854
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-108
Vote on Bill 135: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 135 on first reading and
(Approved) adopt Finance Committee Report No. 108. Seconded by
Mr. Kanuha and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 135 goes to second reading.
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ORDER OF The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
THE DAY Order of the Day (Second or Final Reading).
(SECOND OR
FINAL READING):
Bill 118: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 5, OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
PARKING
Amends Section 24-279, Schedule 27 (Parking on pavement prohibited at all
times), Subsection (f), Kona, by adding a portion of Puuhalo Street.
Reference: Comm. 791
Intr. by: Ms. Ruggles (B/R)
First Reading: April 11, 2018
Vote on Bill 118: Ms. Ruggles moved to pass Bill 118 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 118 is adopted.
Bill 119: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 1, OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
SPEED LIMITS
Amends Section 24-257, Schedule 5 (35 mile per hour limit), Subsection (f),
Kona, by revising an existing listing and adding a new listing for two distinct
portions of Ka‘iminani Drive.
Reference: Comm. 792
Intr. by: Ms. Ruggles (B/R)
First Reading: April 11, 2018
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Vote on Bill 119: Ms. Ruggles moved to pass Bill 119 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 119 is adopted.
Bill 120: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 1, OF THE HAWAI‘I
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
SPEED LIMITS
Amends Section 24-260, Schedule 8 (45 mile per hour limit), Subsection (f),
Kona, by revising an existing listing for a portion of Ka‘iminani Drive.
Reference: Comm. 793
Intr. by: Ms. Ruggles (B/R)
First Reading: April 11, 2018
Vote on Bill 120: Ms. Ruggles moved to pass Bill 120 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 120 is adopted.
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Bill 121: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants – Housing Choice Voucher Program
account ($75,000); and appropriates the same to the Voucher Rental Subsidies
account, for a total appropriation of $15,075,000. Funds would be used for
Housing Assistance Payment subsidies.
Reference: Comm. 799
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: April 11, 2018
Vote on Bill 121: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 121 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Mr. Richards and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 121 is approved.
Bill 130: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Increases revenues in the State Grants – Wireless E911 Fees account ($92,000);
and appropriates the same to the Wireless E911 account for a total appropriation
of $1,170,000. Funds would be used to purchase dispatch workstations for Fire
Radio Dispatchers and upgrade current real-time monitoring of 911 call center
operations to a PowerOps system.
Reference: Comm. 846
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: April 11, 2018
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Vote on Bill 130: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 130 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 130 is approved.
Bill 131: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants – Hawai‘i Fire Department (HFD)
Cordless Extrication Kit grant account ($35,000); and appropriates the same to the
HFD Cordless Extrication Kit grant account. Funds would be used to reimburse
the HFD for battery-powered rescue tools to be used by the Honoka‘a Fire
Company to respond to motor vehicle collisions.
Reference: Comm. 847
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: April 11, 2018
Vote on Bill 131: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 131 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Ms. Poindexter and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 131 is adopted.
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Bill 132: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-39, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2018
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants – Child Passenger Safety Program
account ($13,340); and appropriates the same to the Child Passenger Safety
Program account. Funds would be used to reimburse the Hawai‘i Fire
Department for child passenger safety inspection clinics to be held throughout
Hawai‘i Island in support of the department’s Child Passenger Safety program.
Reference: Comm. 848
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: April 11, 2018
Vote on Bill 132: Ms. David moved to pass Bill 132 on second and final
(Adopted) reading. Seconded by Mr. Richards and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Bill 132 is approved.
REPORTS: The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
Reports.
(Note: Items in this category were taken up previously, out of order.)
FC-97 NOMINATION OF NELSON H. HARANO TO THE TAX BOARD OF
(Comm. 836): REVIEW
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
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Vote on FC-97: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Finance Committee Report
(Adopted) No. 97. Seconded by Ms. David and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries.
FC-98 REAPPOINTMENT OF WAYNE A. FRANK TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS,
(Comm. 837): OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
Vote on FC-98: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Finance Committee Report
(Adopted) No. 98. Seconded by Ms. David and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. The nomination of Wayne Frank is
approved.
FC-99 NOMINATION OF SHELLIE BEE NAUNGAYAN TO THE PUBLIC
(Comm. 838): ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
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Vote on FC-99: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Finance Committee Report
(Adopted) No. 99. Seconded by Mr. Richards and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: The nomination is approved.
FC-100 NOMINATION OF E. KOOHAN PAIK TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN
(Comm. 839): SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
Vote on FC-100: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Finance Committee Report
(Adopted) No. 100. Seconded by Mr. Richards and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Motion carries. Koohan Paik’s nomination is approved.
PC-55 NOMINATION OF KENNETH SUGAI TO THE WATER BOARD
(Comm. 834):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
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Vote on PC-55: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Planning Committee
(Adopted) Report No. 55. Seconded by Ms. David and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Kenneth Sugai’s nomination is approved.
PC-56 REAPPOINTMENT OF JAMES MCCULLY TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS
(Comm. 835):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
Vote on PC-56: Ms. Poindexter moved to adopt Planning Committee
(Adopted) Report No. 56. Seconded by Ms. David and carried by the
following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: James McCully’s reappointment is approved.
PSMTC-8 NOMINATION OF GREGORY CHARLES HENKEL TO THE FIRE
(Comm. 832): COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 4, 2018 (Section 13-4(l),
Hawaiʻi County Charter)
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Vote on PSMTC-8: Mr. Richards moved to adopt Public Safety and Mass
(Adopted) Transit Committee Report No. 8. Seconded by
Ms. Poindexter and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O’Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff – 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy – 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: The nomination of Greg Henkel is approved, and I
believe that takes care of all the agenda items today but we’d better doublecheck.
MR. HENRICKS: All clear.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, thank you very much, Council Members.
REFERRALS FOR The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
EXECUTIVE Referrals for Executive Session.
SESSION:
(There were none.)
OTHER The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
BUSINESS: Other Business.
(There were none.)
ANNOUNCE-The Acting Chair directed the Council to proceed to the next order of business,
MENTS: Announcements.
MR. KANUHA: Madam Chair, real fast.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: What was that?
MR. KANUHA: Real fast.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Okay, go ahead before we adjourn. Go ahead,
Mr. Kanuha.
MR. KANUHA: Thank you. I believe it is Administrative Professionals’ Day
today, which I learned about recently. So, I feel bad that I didn’t bring flowers
and chocolates for my beautiful staff, but I’d like to wish a happy Administrative
Professionals’ Day to all the professionals around this County and mahalo for all
your hard work, professionalism. And if I had an opportunity to give you candy,
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flowers, cards, lunch, I wish I could but I can't. I have a voice to just say mahalo.
So again, thank you for all of your hard work and aloha to each and every one of
you.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: Thank you, Mr. Kanuha, and thank you from all of the
rest of us as well. Okay, now I need a motion to adjourn.
ADJOURN- There being no further business, at 11:36 a.m., Mr. Richards moved to adjourn the
MENT: meeting. Seconded by Ms. David and carried by the following voice vote:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kanuha,
O'Hara, Poindexter, Richards, Ruggles,
and Acting Chair Eoff— 8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Lee Loy— 1.
Excused: None.
ACTING CHR. EOFF: This meeting's adjourned, and thank you, Council
Members, for today and yesterday and I'll see you soon.
Council Approval: JUN 0 5 2018
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