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Vice Chair SUSAN L. K.LEE LOY
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REBECCA VILLEGAS
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai'i
Hawai'i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai'i 96720
9'b Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawaii County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii
April 10, 2019
9:00 a.m.
(Note: Please turn all communication devices to silent mode.)
INVOCATION Kahu Brian Welsh of Haili Congregational Church
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Serving the Interests of the People of Our Island
Hawai'i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
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PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT,AND EXPRESSIONS OF
CONDOLENCE
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
(NOTE: COUNCIL MAY TAKE A LUNCH BREAK CLOSE TO THE NOON HOUR.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 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 and 28, 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.)
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Res. 93-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, BY ITS DIRECTOR OF
TRANSPORTATION, FOR THE COOPERATION AND PROVISION OF
ASSISTANCE FOR VARIOUS ROAD AND/OR ROAD RELATED PROJECTS
ON OR FOR STATE OR COUNTY HIGHWAYS, PURSUANT TO HAWAII
REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7
The agreement would provide for sharing of services, equipment, and materials,
and the potential for the sharing of certain costs, reimbursements, and other forms
of remuneration, subject to a limitation of$2 million in total value of assistance
provided by either party for a particular project.
Reference: Comm. 160
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
Approve: PWMTC-5
Res. 100-19: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
FOR ONE MULTI-FUNCTION COPY MACHINE FOR THE DEPARTMENT
OF MASS TRANSIT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement with an
approximate monthly cost of$200.
Reference: Comm. 167
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-22
Res. 104-19: 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
HOLUALOA FOUNDATION FOR ARTS AND CULTURE TO SUPPORT ITS
EXHIBITION PROGRAM
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Hawaii County Resource Center account.
Reference: Comm. 182
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
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Res. 105-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KEALAKEHE
HIGH SCHOOL GRAD FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS
2019 KEALAKEHE PROJECT GRAD EVENT
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. 183
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
Res. 106-19: 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
AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS FOR ITS HOME FIRE CAMPAIGN
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Prevention
Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 184
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
Res. 107-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO
D.A.R.E. HAWAII FOR ITS 2019 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN
WEST HAWAII
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 185
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
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Res. 108-19: 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
HILO-HAMAKUA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR
THE 2019 HONOKA`A WESTERN WEEK FESTIVAL
Transfers $3,000 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. 186
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Res. 109-19: 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
HAMAKUA YOUTH FOUNDATION, INC., FOR THE HONOKA`A HIGH
SCHOOL 130 YEARS CELEBRATION
Transfers $1,000 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. 187
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Res. 110-19: 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 PAHOA
SCHOOLS SUPPORT FOUNDATION FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF
EXPENSES INCURRED AT ITS SECOND ANNUAL PAHOA COMPLEX
SCHOOLS HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR
Transfers $1,500 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. 188
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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Res. 111-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO BASIC
IMAGE, INC., FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH
THE "UNKO BOOGIE'S" POHO`IKI BAY SURFING CLASSIC
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 189
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Res. 112-19: 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 PAHOA
SCHOOLS SUPPORT FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH PAHOA
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S FIELD TRIPS
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. 190
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Res. 113-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO SELF
DISCOVERY THROUGH ART FOR ITS "RECOVERY, RESILIENCE,
RECREATION MODEL OF WELLNESS" PROGRAM
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 191
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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Res. 114-19: 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
AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES
RELATED TO THE HOME FIRE CAMPAIGN
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Prevention
Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 192
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
Res. 116-19: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF A YAMAHA
GOLF CART TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Donated by Marylou Greisser with a value of$3,000, for use at
Kamehameha Park.
Reference: Comm. 202
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 117-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF THE
ATTORNEY GENERAL, CRIME PREVENTION AND JUSTICE ASSISTANCE
DIVISION, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7,
FOR A GRANT TO THE HAWAII COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Federally-derived funds in the amount of$175,000 would be used to purchase
upgraded drug analysis instruments with accessories and training.
Reference: Comm. 206
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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Res. 118-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES
SECTION 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO THE HAWAII COUNTY RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Funds in the amount of$60,000 would be used to subsidize the cost of pesticides
used to combat the coffee berry borer.
Reference: Comm. 207
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 119-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A
MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION
The two-year agreement would allow for continued Essential Air Service at the
Waimea-Kohala Airport.
Reference: Comm. 208
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 32: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-3 (NORTH KONA ZONE MAP) ARTICLE 8,
CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL - FIVE ACRES (A-5a) TO
FAMILY AGRICULTURAL - ONE ACRE (FA-1 a) AT `O`OMA, 1 ST
NORTH KONA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 7-3-005:112
(Applicant: Martin M. Ohan Trust) (Area: 5.966 acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to apply to subdivide the
property into five parcels. The applicant intends to extend Lalei Place through the
subject property and connect to Hane Street, and also intends to keep one or two
lots for family purposes and sell the remaining lots.
Reference: Comm. 120
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-16
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Bill 52: 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 Environmental Management Kealakehe Scrap Metal Yard Remediation
— State Revolving Fund project for $4 million to the Capital Budget. Funds for
this project shall be provided from State Revolving Funds (SRF). Funds would
be used to complete removal of debris to meet Department of Health
requirements.
Reference: Comm. 203
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
Bill 53: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 16-29, WHICH AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR A
STATE WATER POLLUTION CONTROL REVOLVING FUND LOAN FOR
SOLID WASTE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS; AND AUTHORIZES
THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE COUNTY
OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING QUALIFIED SOLID
WASTE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII
Increases the original bond issuance from $6 million to $10 million for the
Kealakehe Scrap Metal Yard Remediation project.
Reference: Comm. 204
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
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Bill 54: 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 Pi`ihonua Levee project to the Capital Budget: United
States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service—
Federal ($3,075,000) and County ($1,025,000), for a total appropriation of
$4.1 million. Funds for this project shall be provided from Federal Grants
Receivable ($3,075,000) and General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund—
Fund Balance and/or Other Sources ($1,025,000). Funds would be used to repair
damages to the Pi`ihonua Levee caused by Hurricane Lane.
Reference: Comm. 205
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
Bill 55: 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—Priority Drug Analyses
Productivity Project account ($175,000); and appropriates the same to the Priority
Drug Analyses Productivity Project account. Funds would be used to purchase
upgraded drug analysis instruments with accessories and training.
Reference: Comm. 206
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Bill 56: 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—Coffee Berry Borer Pesticide Subsidy
Program account ($60,000); and appropriates the same to the Coffee Berry Borer
Pesticide Subsidy Program account. Funds would be used to subsidize the cost of
pesticides used to combat the coffee berry borer.
Reference: Comm. 207
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 23: AMENDS: (1) ORDINANCE NO. 09-049, WHICH AMENDED ORDINANCE
(Draft 2) 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. 92.3
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Postponed: March 13, 2019
First Reading: March 28, 2019
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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 Kekuana6`a Street and
Hualani Street.
Reference: Comm. 134
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
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: March 28, 2019
(Note: There is a motion by Ms.Kierkiewicz, seconded by Mr. Richards, to
approve Bill 36.)
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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
Postponed: March 28, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
(Note: There is a motion by Ms.Kierkiewicz, seconded by Mr. Richards, to
approve Bill 37.)
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 Kukuau Street.
Reference: Comm. 156.2
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy (B/R)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
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 Kukuau Street.
Reference: Comm. 157
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy (B/R)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
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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
First Reading: March 28, 2019
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)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
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)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
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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)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 47-5, Hawaii Revised Statutes
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)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
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)
First Reading: March 28, 2019
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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
First Reading: March 28, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 10-6(e), Hawai`i County Charter
REPORTS
PC-14 NOMINATION OF DEAN AU TO THE WINDWARD PLANNING
(Comm. 174): COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: April 21, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
PC-15 NOMINATION OF JULIE HUGO TO THE WATER BOARD
(Comm. 175):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: April 21, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
PSC-8 NOMINATION OF JOHN BERTSCH TO THE POLICE COMMISSION
(Comm. 176):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: April 21, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
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REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 159: CLAIM AGAINST THE COUNTY OF HAWAII/LEILEHUA OSORIO
From Deputy Corporation Counsel D. Kaena Horowitz, dated March 7, 2019,
requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council
on a claim submitted by The Law Offices of Brian De Lima, on behalf of its
client, Leilehua Osorio.
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
ADJOURNMENT
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.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, call 961-8255 as soon as
possible, preferably by April 8, 2019. If a response is received after April 8, 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.
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:
• Kona Council Office,West Hawaii Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A; 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.
If, due to unanticipated circumstances, the courtesy site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted,
the scheduled meeting will continue.
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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
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meeting. The Office of the County Clerk reserves the right to refuse testimony containing inappropriate
content or that is not in compliance with Council Rule 13 (Public Statements and Testimony).
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