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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
10'h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
April 24, 2019
9:00 a.m.
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INVOCATION Senior Pastor Sunny Ahn of Kona United Methodist Church
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-10 April 24,2019
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 March 13, 2019
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.
March 28, 2019
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
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ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 115-19: APPROVES AND ADOPTS THE 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE
COUNTY OF HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAMS AND
AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII TO EXECUTE
AND SUBMIT THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND ALL OTHER RELATED
DOCUMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
The County's Office of Housing and Community Development anticipates a
Community Development Block Grant allocation of$2.5 million from Housing
and Urban Development and program income of$100,000, for a total of
$2.6 million of Community Development Block Grant funds; and a HOME
allocation of$482,731. Funds would be used towards housing and related needs
of very low, low, and moderate income throughout Hawaii Island.
Reference: Comm. 199
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-23
ADOPTED:
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.
Res. 121-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HAWAIIAN
SANCTUARY INC. FOR ITS PLANT ALOHA PROJECT
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 212
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
(Vote on Res. 121-19 is on the next page.)
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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. 122-19: 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
HAWAII ISLAND CULTURAL AWARENESS PROJECT TO ASSIST WITH
EXPENSES RELATING TO THE 26TH ANNUAL KWXX HO`OLAULE`A
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. 213
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. 123-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO BIG ISLAND
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FOR THE
35TH ANNUAL QUIKSILVER/BIG ISLAND TOYOTA PRO-AM SURFING
TRIALS
Transfers $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. 214
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
(Vote on Res. 123-19 is on the next page.)
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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. 124-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOSPICE OF
HILO FOR ITS 15TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE FESTIVAL
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. 215
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.
Res. 125-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HOSPICE OF
HILO TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO THE CELEBRATION OF
LIFE EVENT AT REEDS BAY BEACH PARK
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 216
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
(Vote on Res. 125-19 is on the next page.)
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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. 126-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HALE KIPA,
INC., FOR ITS KA`I LIKE PROGRAM
Transfers $1,900 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 217
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
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. 127-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO `AHA
PUNANA LEO TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATING TO THE `OLELO
HAWAII `OE CAMPAIGN
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 3); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Business Development account.
Reference: Comm. 218
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
(Vote on Res. 127-19 is on the next page.)
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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. 128-19: 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 HAWAII
ARTIST COLLABORATION TO PURCHASE ART SUPPLIES AND
MATERIALS FOR KAHAKAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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. 219
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. 129-19: 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 IN
HAWAII COUNTY
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Prevention
Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 220
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
(Vote on Res. 129-19 is on the next page.)
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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. 131-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN
SERVICES IN ORDER TO RECEIVE GRANT FUNDS
Funds in the amount of$1.5 million would be used for the `Ohana Zone—
Na Kahua Hale O Ulu Wini Assessment Center Program to develop, operate, and
administer an assessment center for families that are transitioning to permanent
housing.
Reference: Comm. 226
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. 132-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN
SERVICES IN ORDER TO RECEIVE GRANT FUNDS
Funds in the amount of$2,511,828 would be used for the `Ohana Zone—Keolahou
Assessment Center Program to develop, operate, and administer an assessment
center for homeless men that are transitioning to permanent housing.
Reference: Comm. 227
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Res. 132-19 is on the next page.)
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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. 133-19: 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 DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT
Funds in the amount of$49,896 would be used for the North Kohala Coqui Frog
Control project to control and eradicate coqui frog infestations in the district.
Reference: Comm. 228
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. 134-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Authorizes a one-year agreement to assist Hawaii County in its intervention of
Public Utilities Commission dockets, including Integrated Grid Planning,
Electrification of Transportation, Performance-Based Regulation, and rate case.
Reference: Comm. 229
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Res. 134-19 is on the next page.)
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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. 135-19: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR LEASE
OF REAL PROPERTY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a five-year lease agreement at an estimated
monthly cost of$1,845, with the option of a two-year extension. Property
consisting of 1,026 square feet would continue to be used by the Hawaii Fire
Department's Na`alehu ambulance unit.
Reference: Comm. 230
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. 136-19: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR A MULTI-YEAR
AGREEMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS RESEARCH INSTITUTE
SOFTWARE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into a three-year agreement with Environmental
Systems Research Institute to support County geographic information system
deployment requirements for initiatives such as disaster relief recovery and the
County's new online building permit system.
Reference: Comm. 231
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Res. 136-19 is on the next page.)
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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.
(Note: Ms. Kierkiewicz, Ms. Lee Loy, and Mr. Richards voted "kanalua" then
Ic aye.
Res. 137-19: AUTHORIZES THE SUBMITTAL OF A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
APPLICATION TO THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION FOR THE
PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE EXPANSION OF THE
KEALAKEHE RECYCLED WATER TREATMENT AND DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEM, AND AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION TO ACCEPT
FUNDS FOR THE EXPANSION
Authorizes the Department of Environmental Management to apply for federal
funds for the expansion of the Kealakehe Wastewater Treatment Plant R-1
Upgrade project.
Reference: Comm. 233
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Richards, Villegas, and Acting Chair Eoff—6.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members David, Lee Loy, and Poindexter—3.
Excused: None.
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Res. 143-19: SUPPORTS THE DESIGNATION OF THE FOURTH WEDNESDAY OF
APRIL AS INTERNATIONAL DENIM DAY AS A PART OF THE COUNTY
OF HAWAII'S RECOGNITION OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS
MONTH
Establishes that the County of Hawaii stands in solidarity with local and global
counterparts to address destructive behaviors that perpetuate sexual violence and
encourages all citizens to wear denim jeans each fourth Wednesday of April.
Reference: Comm. 240
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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.
BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 48: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 12-156, WHICH AMENDED ORDINANCE
NO. 02-64, WHICH AMENDED SECTION 25-8-3 (NORTH KONA ZONE
MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE, BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION
FROM AGRICULTURAL—FIVE ACRES (A-5a) TO SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL—20,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-20) AT KALAOA 4TH
NORTH KONA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 7-3-005:030
(Applicant: Ellen Garver Koizumi) (Area: Approximately 3.13 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment to allow for a five-year time extension to Condition D (Final
Subdivision Approval). The applicant proposes to develop a six-lot subdivision.
The property is located adjacent to the Kona Coastview Subdivision to the south,
at the end of Leimomi Street.
Reference: Comm. 197
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-19
(Vote on Bill 48 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Bill 49: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 10-64, WHICH RECLASSIFIED LANDS FROM
PROJECT DISTRICT TO PROJECT DISTRICT AT PONAHAWAI,
SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 2-3-037:001,
2-3-044:019, AND 2-3-049:053
(Applicant: Wailani Development LLQ (Area: Approximately 171.504 Acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment to the Wailani Project District. The original project was
proposed to be a mixed-use community, housing a medical office campus,
commercial space, a business park, senior housing, single- and multiple-family
residential lots, and recreational and open space. The applicant seeks to modify
11 conditions within Ordinance 10-64 to improve the projects feasibility. The
property is located on the west side of the Ponahawai Street intersection, and
northeast of the Moho`uli Street Extension.
Reference: Comm. 198
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-20
AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND 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 50: 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- HOME Program account ($482,731);
and appropriates the same to the following accounts: Habitat for Humanity—
Puna Self-Help Housing ($451,221); Tenant Base Rental Assistance Program
($6,104); and Office of Housing and Community Development Administration
($25,406).
Reference: Comm. 200
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-24
PASSED IST READING:
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 51: 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—Block Grant account ($2.5 million) and
the Block Grant—Program Income account ($100,000); and appropriates the
same to the following accounts: Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter—
Renovations ($280,500); West Hawaii Domestic Abuse Shelter—Renovations
($195,250); West Hawaii Homeless Emergency Shelter Improvements
($600,000); Kulaimano Elderly Housing—Phase III Renovations ($284,250);
Kiheipua Family Shelter—Certified Kitchen Construction ($200,000); Hale
Maluhia Shelter—Accessibility Improvements ($300,000); Boys and Girls Club —
Accessibility Improvements ($240,000); and Administration, Planning & Fair
Housing ($500,000).
Reference: Comm. 201
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-25
PASSED IST READING:
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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Bill 59: 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 —Na Kahua Hale O Ulu Wini
Assessment Center Program account ($1.5 million); and appropriates the same
to the Na Kahua Hale O Ulu Wini Assessment Center Program—State account.
Funds would be used to develop, operate, and administer an assessment center for
families that are transitioning to permanent housing.
Reference: Comm. 226
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.
Bill 60: 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 —Keolahou Assessment Center
Program account ($2,511,829); and appropriates the same to the Keolahou
Assessment Center Program—State account. Funds would be used to develop,
operate, and administer an assessment center for homeless men that are
transitioning to permanent housing.
Reference: Comm. 227
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 61: 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 —North Kohala Coqui Frog Control
Project account ($49,896); and appropriates the same to the North Kohala Coqui
Frog Control Project account. Funds would be used to control and eradicate
coqui frog infestations in the North Kohala district.
Reference: Comm. 228
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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.
Bill 62: 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 —Violence Against Women account
($39,197); and appropriates the same to the Violence Against Women account,
bringing the total appropriation to $98,197. Funds would be used for a Deputy
Prosecutor position in the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney.
Reference: Comm. 232
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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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ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL 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-la) AT `O`OMA, 1sT
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)
First Reading: April 10, 2019
PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—9.
Noes: None.
Absent: None.
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: March 28 and April 10, 2019
(Note: There is a motion by Ms. Kierkiewicz, seconded by Mr. Richards, to
approve Bill 36.)
(Vote on Bill 36 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 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)
First Reading: April 10, 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, Richards, Villegas,
and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Chung and Poindexter—2.
Excused: None.
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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)
First Reading: April 10, 2019
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership to amend, pursuant to
Section 47-5, Hawaii Revised Statutes
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 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)
First Reading: April 10, 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 54 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 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)
First Reading: April 10, 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 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)
First Reading: April 10, 2019
(Vote on Bill 56 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.
REPORTS
PC-17 NOMINATION OF DAVID HUERTA TO THE KONA COMMUNITY
(Comm. 194): DEVELOPMENT ACTION COMMITTEE
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 3, 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-18 NOMINATION OF KILOHANA HIRANO TO THE HAWAII COUNTY
(Comm. 195): CULTURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 3, 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.
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AWEEMC-5 NOMINATION OF DR. JOHN BURNS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL
(Comm. 193): MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: May 3, 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.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on
agenda items.)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT: 3:15 p.m.
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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 April 22, 2019. If a response is received after April 22, 2019, we will try to
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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.
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• 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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