HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2019-03-28 2018-2020 ACTIONS AARON S. Y. CHUNG tY OF p MAILE MEDEIROS DAVID
Chair&Presiding Offices o?� +,, MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER
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
8fh Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
March 28, 2019
9:00 a.m.
(Note: Please turn all communication devices to silent mode.)
INVOCATION Senior Pastor Bill Dierking of Kona Coast Baptist Church
CALL TO ORDER 9:07 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Serving the Interests of the People of Our Island
Hawai`i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Hawaii County Council-8 March 28,2019
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 February 20, 2019
APPROVED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
COMMUNICATIONS
Comm. 177: NOMINATION OF BENJAMIN AGDEPPA TO THE TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION
From Mayor Harry Kim, dated March 8, 2019, submitting for the Council's
review and confirmation the above nomination.
Waived: PWMTC
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Comm. 178: NOMINATION OF MICHAEL O'LOUGHLIN, SR., TO THE
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
From Mayor Harry Kim, dated March 8, 2019, submitting for the Council's
review and confirmation the above nomination.
Waived: PWMTC
(Vote on Comm. 178 is on the next page)
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CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 20-19: AUTHORIZES THE EMPLOYMENT OF A PRIVATE ATTORNEY TO
REPRESENT THE COUNTY OF HAWAII IN LITIGATION AGAINST
OPIOID MANUFACTURERS WHO MAY BE LIABLE TO THE COUNTY OF
HAWAII FOR THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC
The Office of the Corporation Counsel requests the Council's approval to hire
Napoli Shkolnik PLLC and its local counsel, the HI Accident Law Center, with
any and all compensation to be provided from potential settlement or award
amounts.
Reference: Comm. 12
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-15
Postponed: March 13, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership, pursuant to Section 6-5.5,
Hawaii County Charter
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. David, seconded by Ms. Kierkiewicz, to approve
Res. 20-19.)
POSTPONED TO APRIL 10, 2019:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Richards, Villegas, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Poindexter—2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 65-19: URGES AN INCREASE OF FUNDING FOR ADDITIONAL POLICE PRESENCE
IN THE DISTRICT OF PUNA TO ACCOUNT FOR POPULATION GROWTH
Requests increasing the ratio of police officers per resident to reduce risk and
response times for police officers attempting to help those in need of assistance.
Reference: Comm. 122
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
Approve: PSC-7
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 86-19: AUTHORIZES THE EXTENSION OF THE PUBLIC SEWER FROM A
PLANNED SUBDIVISION(PARCELS 7-3-009:019, 057, 058, 060, 061, AND
062) TO THE EXISTING SEWER LINE TERMINUS IN ANE KEOHOKALOLE
HIGHWAY
The extension would provide service to the planned subdivisions Kaloko Heights
Phases I and II, and the Hawaii Island Community Development's planned low
income housing project, adjacent to the subject property, pursuant to Section 21-26.1.
Hawaii County Code. The parcels are located on the north and south sides of
Hina Lani Street.
Reference: Comm. 148
Intr. by: Mr. Richards (B/R)
Approve: AWEEMC-4
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 94-19: 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 ZONTA
CLUB OF HILO FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED
TO ITS "MAGNIFICENT ME" CONFERENCE
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 161
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 95-19: 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 ISLAND
OF HAWAII YMCA FOR ITS FAMILY VISITATION CENTER PROGRAM
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 162
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 96-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NA MAKA
HALOA O WAIPI`O FOR ITS KUKULU KUMUHANA O PUNA PROGRAM
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 163
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 97-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NA MAKA
HALOA O WAIPI`O FOR ITS "KUKULU KUMUHANA O PUNA" YOUTH
PROGRAM
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. 164
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 98-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
AHU`ENA HEIAU INC. TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO
COMMEMORATING THE 200-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE PASSING
OF KING KAMEHAMEHA I
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 165
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 99-19: 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, RECREATION DIVISION FOR RECREATIONAL
ACTIVITIES, SPECIAL EVENTS, AND MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES AND
EXPENSES IN DISTRICT 1
Transfers $2,100 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Recreation Division Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 166
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 101-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION,
PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, FOR A
GRANT TO THE HAWAII COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Funds in the amount of$120,000 would be used to purchase bikeshare stations
and bicycles.
Reference: Comm. 172
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Res. 102-19: 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 ISLAND
OF HAWAII YMCA FOR THE EAST HAWAII FAMILY VISITATION
CENTER PROGRAM
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 173
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Res. 103-19: CREATES THREE NEW TEMPORARY POSITIONS FOR THE HAWAII
COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT
The Program Manager, Accountant II, and Program Support Technician positions
would be used to implement the Federal Emergency Management Agency's
Disaster Care Management Program, which will provide social services for
people who were displaced and impacted by the Kilauea eruption.
Reference: Comm. 179
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Waived: FC
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 16: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 92-122, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS
FROM RESORT-HOTEL, SAFETY (V-S-.75) TO LIMITED INDUSTRIAL
(ML-20) AT WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEYS: 2-2-033:011, 012, 019, AND 020
(Applicant: Piilani Partners, LLQ (Area: approx. 2.5712 acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment, which would allow a five-year time extension to comply with
Condition C (Final Plan Approval) and Condition D (Complete Construction).
The applicant is requesting the extension to develop a potable water well and
bottling facility and related improvements on the approximately 31,000 square
feet portion of this property. The property is located at 525 Pi`ilani Street, at the
northeastern corner of Pi`ilani Street-Mililani Street intersection.
Reference: Comm. 64
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-8
(Vote on Bill 16 is on the next page)
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POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 23: AMENDS: (1) ORDINANCE NO. 09-049, WHICH AMENDED ORDINANCE
NO. 95-118, WHICH AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 92-036, WHICH
RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM UNPLANNED (U) AND DOUBLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL—3,750 SQUARE FEET (RD-3.75) TO MULTIPLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL—2,500 SQUARE FEET (RM-2.5) AND VILLAGE
COMMERCIAL 7,500 SQUARE FEET (CV-7.5), RESPECTIVELY, AT
HIENALOLI 4TH AND 5TH, NORTH KONA, HAWAII, TAX
MAP KEY: 7-5-010: PORTION OF 013 (FORMERLY 7-5-023:063); AND
(2) ORDINANCE NO. 09-050, WHICH AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 06-138,
WHICH AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 90-010, WHICH AMENDED
ORDINANCE NO. 86-049, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL—2,000 SQUARE FEET (RM-2) TO
VILLAGE COMMERCIAL—7,500 SQUARE FEET (CV-7.5) AT
HIENALOLI 5TH AND 6TH, NORTH KONA, HAWAII, TAX MAP
KEY: 7-5-010: PORTION OF 013 (FORMERLY 7-5-023:064 AND 067)
(Applicant: T & M Properties, LLC (formerly Samson, LLC) (Area: approx.
6.467 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation to
this amendment to change of zone Ordinances 09-49 and 09-50, to consolidate
these ordinances with one ordinance with a single set of conditions of approval.
The applicant is requesting a five-year time extension to Condition C (Complete
Construction), and to amend Conditions D (Dedicate Road Widening Strip), and
N (Fair Share Contribution). This amendment would allow the applicant to
develop a 104-unit senior independent living community. The property is located
along the north and east side of Hualalai Road, northwest of the Aloha Kona
Subdivision.
Reference: Comm. 92
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-9
Postponed: March 13, 2019
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. Kierkiewicz, seconded by Ms. Eoff, to approve
Bill 23.)
(Vote on Bill 23 is on the next page)
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AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Chair Chung—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 33: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 06-107, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS
FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL— 10,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-10)
TO NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL—20,000 SQUARE FEET (CN-20) AT
WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEY: 2-2-034:012
(Applicant: Makalika 521, LLC) (Area: 20,000 Square Feet)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment, which would allow five-year time extensions to Condition B
(Time to Complete Conversion), Condition D (Future Road Widening), and
Condition E (Off-site Infrastructure Improvements). The extension would allow
the applicant to construct a new commercial structure intended for office and
small retail types of uses. The property is located at 680 Manono Street, along the
west side of Manono Street, midway between Kekuanao`a Street and
Hualani Street.
Reference: Comm. 134
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-13
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Chung and Poindexter—2.
Excused: None.
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Bill 38: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 1, OF THE HAWAII
(Draft 2) COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
SPEED LIMITS
Amends Section 24-257, Schedule 5 (35 mile per hour limit), Subsection (c),
South Hilo, by revising an existing listing for a portion of Kukdau Street.
Reference: Comm. 156.2
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy (B/R)
Approve: PWMTC-3
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 39: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 10, DIVISION 1, OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
SPEED LIMITS
Amends Section 24-256, Schedule 4 (30 mile per hour limit), Subsection (c),
South Hilo, by adding a new listing for a portion of Kukdau Street.
Reference: Comm. 157
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy (B/R)
Approve: PWMTC-4
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 40: DESIGNATES TAX MAP KEY: 6-8-041:008 AS THE"KAMAKOA NUI
PARK"PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 8, SECTION 15-67 OF THE
HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED); AMENDS
SECTION 15-68.1 TO ADD THE "KAMAKOA NUI PARK" TO THE PARKS
AND RECREATIONAL FACILITY SCHEDULE; AND AMENDS
CHAPTER 14, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 14-1, RELATING TO PROHIBITING
THE POSSESSION OR CONSUMPTION OF INTOXICATING LIQUORS AT
ALL TIMES
Reference: Comm. 158
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Waived: PRC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 41: 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 Short Term Vacation Rental Registration Fees
account ($800,000); and appropriates the same to the Short Term Vacation Rental
Enforcement account. Funds would be used to hire temporary workers and
purchase software to implement the provisions of Ordinance 18-114.
Reference: Comm. 168
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 42: 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
Increases the Office of Management Village 9 Homeless and Affordable Rental
Project by $20,000, for a total appropriation of$204,000. Funds shall be
provided from State Grants Receivable and would be used to develop master
plans for a Homeless Facility and an Affordable Rental Project.
Reference: Comm. 169
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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 Chung, David, Kierkiewicz, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—6.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Lee Loy, and Poindexter—3.
Excused: None.
Bill 43: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 17-48, WHICH AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR A
STATE WATER POLLUTION CONTROL REVOLVING FUND LOAN FOR
SOLID WASTE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND AUTHORIZED THE
ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
FINANCING THE SOUTH HILO SANITARY LANDFILL FINAL CLOSURE
PROJECT
Increases the original bond issuance from $20 million to $24 million.
Reference: Comm. 170
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 47-5, Hawaii Revised Statutes
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 44: 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
Increases the Environmental Management South Hilo Sanitary Landfill Closure—
State Revolving Fund project by $3 million, for a total appropriation of
$23 million. Funds for this project shall be provided from State Revolving Funds
and would be used for construction management and contingencies.
Reference: Comm. 171
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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 Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 45: 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 Hawaii Island Bikeshare System - Federal account
($120,000); and appropriates the same to the Hawaii Island Bikeshare System—
Federal account. Funds would be used to purchase bikeshare stations and
bicycles for the Hawaii Island Bikeshare System in Kailua-Kona.
Reference: Comm. 172
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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Bill 46: 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 Highway 132 Road Restoration project to the Capital
Budget: Federal Highway Administration ($40 million) and County
($10 million), for a total appropriation of$50 million. Funds for this project shall
be provided from Federal Grants Receivable ($40 million) and General
Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund—Fund Balance and/or Other Sources
($10 million). Funds would be used to restore 3.2 miles of road which is
inundated by lava, in order to provide property owner access and connectivity to
Highway 137.
Reference: Comm. 180
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Waived: FC
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 Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
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ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 24: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8,
(Draft 2) CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL—
10,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-10) TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL—
20,000 SQUARE FEET (CG-20) AT WAIAKEA HOUSE LOTS 2ND SERIES,
WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEY: 2-2-024:003
(Applicant: Bank of Hawaii) (Area: 40,282 Square Feet)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to develop a new,
single-story, 7,500 square foot office building to house banking functions, to
include a drive-through ATM and a 36-stall parking lot to accommodate
customers and employees. The property is located at 1339 Kino`ole Street, at the
northeast corner of its intersection with West Lanikaula Street.
Reference: Comm. 94.2
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
First Reading: March 13, 2019
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 25: 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 —Senior Community Service
Employment Program account ($4,778); and appropriates the same to the Senior
Community Service Employment Program—Salary and Wages account, bringing
the total appropriation to $342,049. Funds would be used for the Department of
Parks and Recreation's Senior Training Employment program.
Reference: Comm. 107
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: March 13, 2019
(Vote on Bill 25 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 34: 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—Neighborhood/Community Outreach and
Protection account ($50,000); and appropriates the same to the
Neighborhood/Community Outreach and Protection account. Funds would be
used in collaboration with neighborhood watch programs to identify, report, and
prevent criminal activities.
Reference: Comm. 151
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: March 13, 2019
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 35: 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—State-wide Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task
Force account ($41,613); and appropriates the same to the State-wide
Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force account. Funds would be used to reduce
drug threats and drug-related crimes, and to incorporate multi-agency
collaboration.
Reference: Comm. 152
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: March 13, 2019
(Vote on Bill 35 is on the next page)
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PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
Bill 36: 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 —Lava Disaster Assistance—State
account ($20,000,000); and appropriates the same to the Lava Disaster
Assistance—State account. Funds would be used to provide relief, recovery,
mitigation, and remediation assistance for damage, losses, and suffering caused
by the 2018 Kilauea eruption.
Reference: Comm. 153
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
First Reading: March 13, 2019
POSTPONED TO APRIL 10, 2019:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Richards, Villegas, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Poindexter—2.
Excused: None.
Bill 37: 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 Project Assistance—
State Loan project for $40 million to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project
shall be provided from State Loan Receivable. Funds would be used to provide
relief, recovery, mitigation, and remediation assistance for damage, losses, and
suffering caused by the 2018 Kilauea eruption.
Reference: Comm. 154
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
First Reading: March 13, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
(Vote on Bill 37 is on the next page)
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POSTPONED TO APRIL 10, 2019:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Richards, Villegas, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Lee Loy and Poindexter—2.
Excused: None.
REPORTS
PC-11 NOMINATION OF HEATHER KIMBALL TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS
(Comm. 146):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: April 7, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
PC-12 NOMINATION OF ARNE WERCHICK TO THE KAILUA VILLAGE DESIGN
(Comm. 147): COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: April 7, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—8.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Member Poindexter— 1.
Excused: None.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
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.
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OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on
agenda items.)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT: 2:18 p.m.
Note: B/R, when listed next to the name of an Introducer, signifies that the Council Member has agreed
to introduce legislation `By Request" on behalf of the requesting party. It does not necessarily signify
support of or opposition to the proposal.
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possible, preferably by March 25, 2019. If a response is received after March 25, 2019, we will try to
obtain the auxiliary aid/service or accommodation, but we cannot guarantee that the request will be
fulfilled. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats such as large print, Braille, or
electronic copy.
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes (hereinafter "HRS") §92-3.5, the
Hawaii County Council will be conducting this meeting via videoconference. If audio stream between
Kona and Hilo is lost for more than a short period of time, the meeting will be terminated. Council
Members will be present at the following location:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawaii County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401.
(Pursuant to HRS §92-7 and Council Rule No. 2, Council Member Susan L. K. Lee Loy will be
participating from the Hilo Council Chambers.)
Public attendance via videoconference will be available at the Hilo location.
Public attendance via courtesy site is also available at the following location until 4:30 p.m. or later in
the event public testimony has not been completed:
• 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.
If, due to unanticipated circumstances, the courtesy site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted,
the scheduled meeting will continue.
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Copies of this agenda and items listed on the agenda are available on the County Clerk-Council web
page at http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/lb-council-meeting. For further information, please call
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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
the business day prior to the meeting: (1) by mail to the County Clerk's Office in Hilo at 25 Aupuni
Street, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720; (2) by facsimile to (808) 961-8912; or(3)by email to
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agenda item (communication, bill, resolution or report number), and number of testifiers on the video
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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