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REBECCA VILLEGAS
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai'i
Hawai'i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai'i 96720
12th Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Hawaii County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii
May 21, 2019
9:00 a.m.
(Note: Please turn all communication devices to silent mode.)
INVOCATION Pastor Ron Brav of Calvary Chapel Hilo
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. 141-19: AUTHORIZES THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF KEAUKAHA ROAD ON A
NIGHTLY BASIS TO PREVENT LOITERING, LITTERING, AND OTHER
ILLEGAL ACTIVITY
Pursuant to Section 24-153.3 of the Hawaii County Code, a gate would be
installed at the intersection of Keaukaha Street and Kamokuna Street, with
appropriate times for nightly closure and reopening to be determined by the Chief
of Police, the Director of Public Works, and the Director of Parks and Recreation.
Reference: Comm. 238
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
Approve: PWMTC-8
Res. 142-19: ACCEPTS THE DEDICATION OF LOT 2-13, IDENTIFIED AS TAX MAP KEY
NO.: 2-2-036:042 (POR.), SITUATED AT WAIAKEA, DISTRICT OF
SOUTH HILO, ISLAND AND COUNTY OF HAWAII, STATE OF HAWAII,
FROM CHEDHOLD, LLC, A HAWAII LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
The landholder seeks to dedicate these private roadways to the County for public
roadway purposes.
Reference: Comm. 239
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy (B/R)
Approve: PWMTC-9
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Res. 155-19: AUTHORIZES THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO ENTER INTO
NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF LAND OR CONSERVATION
EASEMENT(S) FOR ALL OR A PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES
IDENTIFIED AS TAX MAP KEY NOS. 8-2-013:014; 8-2-013:002; 8-2-013:003;
8-2-014:043; AND 8-2-015:059 SITUATED IN KEALAKEKUA, DISTRICT OF
SOUTH KONA, ISLAND AND COUNTY OF HAWAII, ALSO KNOWN AS
THE AMY B. H. GREENWELL ETHNOBOTANICAL GARDEN, PURSUANT
TO CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 42, HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED
The County would join the Friends of the Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical
Garden to acquire the property in whole or conservation easements to perpetuate
traditions and customary native Hawaiian practices that sustain rare and native
plant species.
Reference: Comm. 254
Intr. by: Ms. David
Approve: FC-35
Res. 159-19: AUTHORIZES THE EMPLOYMENT OF SPECIAL COUNSEL TO
REPRESENT THE COUNTY OF HAWAII, DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IN RENEGOTIATION OF ITS SOLID
WASTE MANAGEMENT CONTRACT WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT
HAWAII IN REGARDS TO THE PU`UANAHULU WEST HAWAII
SANITARY LANDFILL
The Department of Environmental Management requests the Council's approval to
retain special counsel with specific expertise and experience in solid waste
contracting, at a cost not to exceed $300,000.
Reference: Comm. 266
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-36
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership, pursuant to Section 6-5.5,
Hawaii County Charter
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Res. 164-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO KE KAI ALA
FOUNDATION TO ASSIST WITH THE WAI`AHA ROOTS
BODYBOARDING SURF CONTEST
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation,
Administration Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 271
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
Res. 165-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO MAKU`U
FARMERS ASSOCIATION FOR ITS "MALA HO`OULU `IKE" PROJECT
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. 272
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Res. 166-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO BOYS TO
MEN MENTORING NETWORK OF HAWAII, INC., TO ASSIST WITH FOOD
EXPENSES FOR ITS "ADVENTURE WEEKEND"
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. 273
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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Res. 167-19: 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
NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE
2019 KOHALA HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT GRAD NIGHT
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 274
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Res. 168-19: 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 $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Prevention
Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 275
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Res. 170-19: 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 ASSIST WITH PURCHASING ART
SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS FOR STUDENTS AT MOUNTAIN VIEW
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Transfers $750 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 282
Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder
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Res. 171-19: 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
COUNTY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL FOR ITS SENIOR
FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM
Transfers $1,500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Office of Aging, Other Current Expenses
account.
Reference: Comm. 283
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Res. 172-19: 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 THE 2019 DARE DAY CELEBRATION EVENT IN
WEST HAWAII
Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 9); and credits to the Hawaii Police Department, Police
Administration Division-Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 284
Intr. by: Mr. Richards
Res. 173-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO TRIANGLE
STRATEGIC AND FINANCIAL ADVISING FOR NOT-FOR-PROFITS, INC.,
TO ASSIST GIRLS TO WOMEN MENTORING HAWAII
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. 285
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
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Res. 174-19: 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
DAUGHTERS OF HAWAII TO ASSIST WITH EXPENSES RELATED TO
THE KAMEHAMEHA DAY PARADE AND HO`OLAULE`A IN KONA
Transfers $500 from the Clerk-Council Services—Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 286
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
Res. 175-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII
Funds in the amount of$9,900 would be provided to the University of Hawaii for
its East Hawaii Cacao Variety Trial program to determine varieties with high
yields and resistance to Black Pod Rot.
Reference: Comm. 289
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Res. 182-19: APPROVES A NEW SLATE OF OFFICERS FOR THE NATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE
WESTERN INTERSTATE REGION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Requests the Council's approval to nominate Ikaika Anderson and KipuKai Kuali`i
to the National Association of Counties Board of Directors and Herbert M. "Tim"
Richards and Kelly T. King to the Western Interstate Region Board of Directors,
all for terms beginning July 1, 2019.
Reference: Comm. 298
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
Waived: GREDC
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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 63: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 25, SECTION 2-139 OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE
PROCEDURE FOR AWARDING GRANTS TO NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATIONS
Proposes a $500,000 increase to the appropriation for grants-in-aid awarded
annually in the County's operating budget.
Reference: Comm. 234
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
Approve: FC-37
Bill 64: AMENDS CHAPTER 24, ARTICLE 2, SECTION 24-12 OF THE HAWAII
COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO
VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC
Amends "Aliyah's Law"by adding that vehicles with window glazing that is not
in compliance with State law and that are parked or operating on public highways
may be cited and removed at the registered owner's expense.
Reference: Comm. 247
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy
Approve: PWMTC-10
Bill 71: 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 Nutrition Services Incentive Program account ($3,387);
and appropriates the same to the Nutrition Services Incentive Program account,
bringing the total appropriation to $103,387. Funds would be used for supplies
for the program.
Reference: Comm. 288
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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Bill 72: 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
Establishes the following program appropriations to the Capital Budget:
Roadway Projects ($138,519.11), Bridge Inspection/Repair ($96,963.37), and
Local Road Projects ($235,482.49), for a total of$470,964.97. Funds for these
appropriations shall be provided from fuel tax revenue in excess of what was
projected in Ordinance 17-4.
Reference: Comm. 290
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 73: 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 Fund Balance From Previous Year—Reserved account
($344,823.16); and appropriates the same to the Transfer to Capital Projects
Fund—Highway account. These fiscal year 2017-2018 excess fuel tax revenues
would be expended by the Department of Public Works on County roadway
projects.
Reference: Comm. 291
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
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ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 47: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-11 (LALAMILO-PU`UKAPU ZONE MAP),
(Draft 2) ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL—FORTY ACRES
(A-40a) TO AGRICULTURAL—FIVE ACRES (A-5a) AT PU`UKAPU
HOMESTEADS 2ND SERIES, WAIMEA, SOUTH KOHALA, HAWAII,
COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 6-4-017:043
(Applicant: 64-560 Mamalahoa, LLC) (Area: 10.94 Acres)
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its unfavorable recommendation for
this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to apply for subdivision of
the parcel and create a flag lot. The property is located approximately .42 miles
west of White Road and 150 feet east of Pu`u Manu Place.
Reference: Comm. 196.3
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 2019
Bill 57: ADOPTS A PAY PLAN FOR PERSONS EMPLOYED BY THE COUNTY
OTHER THAN THOSE WHOSE PAY IS OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR,
DESIGNATES PAYROLL PERIODS, PAY DAYS, PRESCRIBES
REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO OFFICIAL FIDELITY BONDS, AND
REPEALS ORDINANCE NO. 18-53 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO,
SAID ORDINANCE TO BE KNOWN AS THE SALARY ORDINANCE OF
2019
Establishes rates of compensation for appointed employees in the Legislative
Branch and the Office of Housing and Community Development, the County
Physician, and Student Helpers and Senior Community Services Aids for various
County agencies.
Reference: Comm. 223
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 2019
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Bill 58: 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—Hawai`i Island Tourism Strategic
Plan account ($35,000); and appropriates the same to the Hawaii Island Tourism
Strategic Plan— State account. Funds would be used to increase communication,
interaction and understanding between industry stakeholders, residents and the
visitor industry.
Reference: Comm. 224
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 2019
Bill 65: 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 following Parks and Recreation Administration
accounts: Salaries and Wages ($15,000) and Other Current Expenses ($165,000),
for a total of$180,000; and appropriates to the Transfer to Golf Course Fund
account. Funds would be used by the Golf Course to mitigate a forecasted
shortfall in revenue and higher than anticipated salary expenditures.
Reference: Comm. 255
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 2019
Bill 66: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 18-68, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
(Draft 2) BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2019
Appropriates revenues in the Transfer from General Fund account ($180,000);
and reduces revenues in the following accounts: Fund Balance from Previous
Year ($41,969) and Green Fees ($123,031); and appropriates $15,000 to the Golf
Course Salaries and Wages account. Funds would be used toward higher than
anticipated salary expenses.
Reference: Comm. 256.2
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 2019
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Bill 67: 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-Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program account ($75,000); and
appropriates the same to the FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program account.
Funds would be used by the Department of Research and Development to identify
climate change impacts and develop mitigation measures, action priorities, and an
implementation plan.
Reference: Comm. 257
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 2019
Bill 68: 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—Department of Health (DOH)
Complete Streets account ($45,000); and appropriates the same to the DOH
Complete Streets—Federal account. Funds would be used by the Planning
Department to allow staff to attend Complete Streets training.
Reference: Comm. 258
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 2019
Bill 69: 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 Puainako Street Extension (State) project for $630,000 to
the Capital Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from State Grants
Receivable. Funds would be used for the County's portion of a settlement
agreement regarding the purchase of land for the Puainako Street Extension
Project.
Reference: Comm. 259
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
First Reading: May 8, 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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REPORTS
FC-33 NOMINATION OF GUILLERMA GALDONES SUMERA TO THE PENSION
(Comm. 262): BOARD
Requires Council
Confirmation by: June 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
FC-34 NOMINATION OF BENSON PHILIP MEDINA TO THE SALARY
(Comm. 263): COMMISSION
Requires Council
Confirmation by: June 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
PC-22 NOMINATION OF ZENDO KERN TO THE WATER BOARD
(Comm. 261):
Requires Council
Confirmation by: June 1, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
PWMTC-7 NOMINATION OF ANDRES AUGUSTINE BACLIG, JR. TO THE
(Comm. 264): TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 276: CLAIM AGAINST THE COUNTY OF HAWAII/FIRST INSURANCE
COMPANY OF HAWAII
From Claims Adjuster/Investigator Clifford Victorine 111, dated April 30, 2019,
requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council
on a property damage accident occurring on or about October 15, 2018.
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.
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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
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