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ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
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Vice Chair• SUSAN L. K.LEE LOY
VALERIE T.POINDEXTER
HERBERT M. "TIM"RICHARDS,III
REBECCA VILLEGAS
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai`i
Hawai`i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
4fh Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
January 23, 2019
9:00 a.m.
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INVOCATION Kahu Kealoha Ka`opua of Calvary Community Church in Kona
CALL TO ORDER 9:10 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.
Hawaii County Council-4 January 23,2019
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 December 3, 2018
APPROVED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 21-19: AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND
CONSUMER AFFAIRS
Provides $100,000 from Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to the
Department of Information Technology to fund its Hi-WiFi project to increase
access to affordable internet and broadband services in unserved and underserved
areas in Hawaii County.
Reference: Comm. 14
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-3
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 27-19: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR
SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS, TRAFFIC DIVISION
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement for continued
software support and annual upgrades, with an approximate cost of$80,899,
effective April 1, 2019 through March 31, 2024.
Reference: Comm. 43
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-4
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 31-19: 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 THE KONA SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
DISTRICT WITH EXPENSES FOR EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 54
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 32-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO
AGREEMENTS WITH 1) THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF
LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES, AND 2) THE STATE OF HAWAII
DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS TO ASSIST WITH THE
CLEARING OF EXCESSIVE VEGETATION FROM CERTAIN STATE
LANDS LOCATED AT WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, PURSUANT
TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7
Authorizes right-of-entry agreements to enter State lands for the purpose of
increasing visibility in an effort to deter illegal activities.
Reference: Comm. 55
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy (B/R)
Waived: PWMTC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 33-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO GOING
HOME HAWAII TO ASSIST WITH ITS WEST HAWAII PUUHONUA
WELLNESS CENTER PROGRAM
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 56
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 34-19: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF
$1,000 TO THE HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT
Donated by The Petco Foundation, this donation would be used towards the
department's canine program to defray training and travel costs.
Reference: Comm. 58
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 35-19: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF
$3,000 TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Donated by Hawaii Chapter No. 1, Order of the Eastern Star, this donation would
be used to purchase equipment and/or train police officers in the Puna and
South Hilo districts.
Reference: Comm. 59
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 36-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF THE
ATTORNEY GENERAL, HAWAII CRIMINAL JUSTICE DATA CENTER
(HCJDC), PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7,
FOR A GRANT TO THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Federally-derived funds in the amount of$7,000 would be used to reimburse
overtime costs incurred by staff of the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney while
they research cases with overdue dispositions identified by the HCJDC.
Reference: Comm. 61
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 102: AMENDS CHAPTER 2 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(Draft 3) (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED) BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE
(2016-2018) RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION SURCHARGE
Establishes a one-half percent general excise and use tax surcharge to fund
operating or capital costs of public transportation systems within Hawaii County,
to be levied beginning January 1, 2019.
Reference: Comm. 722.84
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Negative: FC-79 (Due to a vote of 3-ayes, 6-noes)
Public Hearing: February 20, 2018
Postponed: February 21 and May 9, 2018
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. David, seconded by Ms. O'Hara, to approve
Bill 102, Draft 2, as amended.)
(Vote on Bill 102, Draft 3, is on the next page.)
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POSTPONED INDEFINITELY:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 192: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 40, SECTION 2-202, AND CHAPTER 14,
(Draft 3) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED),
(2016-2018) RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT
Establishes an Environmental Quality Control program to mitigate nuisance
factors at County facilities, under the control of the department, such as
improperly-handled refuse and wastewater, invasive plants, and feral cats, dogs,
and pigs.
Reference: Comm. 1083.23
Intr. by: Ms. O'Hara
Negative: AWEEMC-3 (Due to a vote of 9-noes)
FAILED DUE TO LACK OF MOTION
Bill 210: AMENDS CHAPTER 21, ARTICLE 4, OF THE HAWAII COUNTY
(2016-2018) CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO SEWER
SERVICE CHARGES
Increases sewer fees incrementally on March 1 for three years beginning in 2019,
as follows: Single Unit Residential: $12, $7, and $6; Multi-Unit Residential: $12,
$7, and $6; Nonresidential: $17, $9, and $6; Private Haulers: $15, $10, and $5;
and Gang Cesspools: $0, $6, and $3. The Department of Environmental
Management requests these increases to eliminate the need for the General Fund
subsidy and increase funding for facility repairs.
Reference: Comm. 1165
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-5
POSTPONED TO FEBRUARY 5, 2019:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 1: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 99-42 WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
OPEN (0) TO PROJECT DISTRICT (PD) AT KAUPULEHU, NORTH KONA,
HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 7-2-003, PORTION OF 1
(Applicant: KD Acquisition, LLLP and Hualalai Investors, LLP; formerly
Kaupulehu Developments) (Area: approximately 1,078.63 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation to
accept the Overall Status Report required by Condition BB, and to grant a 20-year
time extension to Condition B (Development Period). The property, known as the
Kaupulehu Project District, is located between the 87 and 84 mile markers of the
Queen Ka`ahumanu Highway.
Reference: Comm. 13
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Approve: PC-1
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 2: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-68, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2019
Appropriates revenues in the State Grants-DCCA—HI-WiFi Pilot account
($100,000); and appropriates the same to the DCCA—HI-WiFi Pilot account.
Funds would be used to increase access to affordable internet and broadband
services in unserved and underserved areas in Hawaii County.
Reference: Comm. 14
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-6
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 3: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-68, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2019
Increases revenues in the State Grants —Commercial Driver's License Program
account ($1,759); and appropriates the same to the Commercial Driver's License
Program Other Current Expenses account. Funds would be used by the Finance
Department's Vehicle Registration and Licensing Division for travel costs to send
a County Commercial Driver's License instructor to Honolulu to instruct a
Commercial Driver's License Examiner class and gain experience with testing
protocols.
Reference: Comm. 15
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-7
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 4: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-69, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2018 TO JUNE 30, 2019
Adds the Public Works Dispatch Center project for $500,000 to the Capital
Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from the General Obligation
Bonds, Capital Projects Fund - Fund Balance and/or Other Sources. The new Fire
and Police Dispatch Center would be located at Mohouli Street in Hilo.
Reference: Comm. 16
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-8
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 5: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8,
CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL - THREE ACRE (A-3a) TO
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL— 15,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-15) AT
WAIAKEA HOMESTEADS 2ND SERIES, WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO,
HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-4-039:026
(Applicant: Hilo One Incorporated) (Area: approximately 12.728 Acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property
into 30 lots. The application states that the subdivided lots will be sold on the
open market to the general public. The property is located along the south side of
Haihai Street.
Reference: Comm. 27
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-2
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 6: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 07-26, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
OPEN (0) TO MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL - 1,000 SQUARE FEET
(RM-1) AT WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEY: 2-4-057:029, PORTION 030 AND PORTION 031 (FORMERLY
2-4-057:001)
(Applicant: Hawaii Island Veterans Memorial, Inc.) (Area: 4.888 Acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation to
grant a 10-year time extension to Condition C (Complete Construction), and its
unfavorable recommendation to defer the requirements of Condition B (Water
Commitment) and delete Condition F (Install Street Lights and Traffic
Controls). The applicant's current plan is to establish the Ka Hui Koa
development project consisting of approximately 96 rental housing units and a
community center, located at the north corner of the Kawili Street and
Kapi`olani Street intersection.
Reference: Comm. 28
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-3
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 7: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-69, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2018 TO JUNE 30, 2019
Adds the Public Works Alii Drive Culvert Replacement—Fair Share project for
$2.2 million to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from
Fair Share Contributions. Funds would account for the County's 20 percent portion
of costs, with remaining funding provided by Federal Highway Administration.
Reference: Comm. 44
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas (B/R)
Approve: FC-9
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
(Vote on Bill 7 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 13: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-68, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2019
Increases revenues in the Federal Grants —Traffic Safety Training Project account
($3,228); and appropriates the same to the Traffic Safety Training Project
account, for a total appropriation of $143,228. Funds would be used to pay for a
representative of the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney to attend traffic safety
meetings and provide traffic safety training for law enforcement personnel.
Reference: Comm. 60
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 14: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-68, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2019
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —Hawai`i Criminal Justice Center-
Overdue Dispositions account ($7,000); and appropriates the same to the Hawaii
Criminal Justice Center-Overdue Dispositions account. Funds would be used to
reimburse overtime costs incurred by staff of the Office of the Prosecuting
Attorney while they research cases with overdue dispositions identified by the
HCJDC.
Reference: Comm. 61
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Bill 14 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 8: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-69, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2018 TO JUNE 30, 2019
Adds the General Government, Island-Wide Hurricane Lane Damage Projects for
$36,921,225 (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and $12,307,075
(County), for a total of$49,228,300 to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project
shall be provided from Federal Grants Receivable ($36,921,225) and General
Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund—Fund Balance and/or Other Sources
($12,307,075).
Reference: Comm. 45
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
First Reading: January 9, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 9: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-68, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2019
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —Economical Adjustment Assistance
account ($250,000); and appropriates the same to the Economical Adjustment
Assistance account. Funds would be used to create an economic recovery plan to
provide relief, recovery, and relocation strategies for the recent Kilauea eruption.
Reference: Comm. 46
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
First Reading: January 9, 2019
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 10: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-69, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
JULY 1, 2018 TO JUNE 30, 2019
Adds the General Government, Island-Wide 2018 Lava Flow Damage Projects for
$24,746,625 (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and $8,248,875
(County), for a total of$32,995,500 to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project
shall be provided from Federal Grants Receivable ($24,746,625) and General
Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund—Fund Balance and/or Other Sources
($8,248,875).
Reference: Comm. 47
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
First Reading: January 9, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 11: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-68, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2019
Appropriates revenues in the State—Department of Health (DOH) Record Access
Grant account ($7,500); and appropriates the same to the DOH Record Access
Grant account. Funds would be used by the Police Department to set up a
streamlined process to allow the department to disclose government records to the
DOH.
Reference: Comm. 48
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: January 9, 2019
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
REPORTS
FC-1 REAPPOINTMENT OF DR. HAROLD DWIGHT DOW, JR., TO THE
(Comm. 35): SALARY COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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FC-2 REAPPOINTMENT OF SHELLIE BEE MANULANI NAUNGAYAN TO THE
(Comm. 36): PUBLIC ACCESS, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
PSC-1 NOMINATION OF PAULA THOMAS TO THE LIQUOR COMMISSION
(Comm. 39):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
PSC-2 NOMINATION OF ARTHUR K. TANIGUCHI TO THE LIQUOR CONTROL
(Comm. 40): ADJUDICATION BOARD
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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PSC-3 NOMINATION OF JUDE MATTOS TO THE POLICE COMMISSION
(Comm. 41):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
PSC-4 NOMINATION OF THE HONORABLE RONALD IBARRA TO THE LIQUOR
(Comm. 42): COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
AWEEMC-1 NOMINATION OF ABRAHAM ANTONIO TO THE GAME MANAGEMENT
(Comm. 37): ADVISORY COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
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AWEEMC-2 REAPPOINTMENT OF JON OLSON TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL
(Comm. 38): MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: February 1, 2019 (Section 134(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 53: ELAINE SURNOW, ET. AL. VS. JODY BUDDEMEYER, ET. AL.;
CIVIL NO. 17-00038 JMS-KSC
From Deputy Corporation Counsel Section Chief Laureen L. Martin, dated
January 2, 2019, requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult
with the Council regarding the above-entitled matter.
CONCURRED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORP. COUNSEL:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Chung— 1.
Excused: None.
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matter, pursuant to
Section 92-5(a)(4), for the purpose of consulting with Council's attorney on questions and issues
pertaining to the Council's powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities. A 2/3 vote pursuant to
Hawaii 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
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ADJOURNMENT: 11:28 a.m.
Note: B/R, when listed next to the name of an Introducer, signifies that the Council Member has agreed
to introduce legislation `By Request" on behalf of the requesting party. It does not necessarily signify
support of or opposition to the proposal.
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possible, preferably by January 18, 2019. If a response is received after January 18, 2019, we will try
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fulfilled. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats such as large print, Braille, or
electronic copy.
Public attendance via courtesy site is available at the following locations until 4:30 p.m. or later in the
event public testimony has not been completed:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawaii County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
Public attendance via courtesy site is also available at the following locations until public testimony has
been completed:
• Na`alehu State Office Building, 95-5669 Mamalahoa Highway;
• Old Kohala Courthouse, 54-3900 Akoni Pule Highway, Kapa`au; and
• Pahoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pahoa Village Road.
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the scheduled meeting will continue.
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961-8255.
Submitting Written Testimony: Those submitting written testimony at the meeting should bring
fourteen (14) copies for distribution. Public testimony may also be submitted before 12:00 noon on
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Street, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720; (2) by facsimile to (808) 961-8912; or(3)by email to
counciltestiinonyLq)hawaiicouno�. ov. Please submit separate testimony for each item.
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meeting. The email shall indicate the appropriate Committee or Council meeting, the meeting date,
agenda item (communication, bill, resolution or report number), and number of testifiers on the video
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submittal. Each video submittal shall be limited to a single agenda item. 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).
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