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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
20'h Session
ORDER OF BUSINESS
West Hawaii Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
August 21, 2019
9:00 a.m.
(Note: Please turn all communication devices to silent mode.)
INVOCATION Rabbi Levi Gerlitzky of Chabad Jewish Center
CALL TO ORDER 9:12 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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 July 9, 2019
APPROVED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
COMMUNICATIONS
ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
Res. 92-19: GRANTS A VARIANCE FROM CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 1, DIVISION 4,
(Draft 2) SECTION 3-6(b)(3), AND CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 2,
SECTIONS 3-58(b), 3-58(c), AND 3-60(a), OF THE HAWAII COUNTY
CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), TO ALLOW TWO WALL
SIGNS AND TWO DIRECTIONAL SIGNS ON 75-146 SARONA ROAD, TAX
MAP KEY: 7-5-007:009
Grants a sign variance to Kona Hospitality for two wall signs and two ground
directional signs for the Holiday Inn Express and Suites.
Reference: Comm. 155.2
Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy (B/R)
Approve: PWMTC-16
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 219-19: ESTABLISHES A HAWAII COUNTY APIARY STAKEHOLDER WORKING
GROUP
The working group would examine challenges in the beekeeping industry, and
provide findings and recommendations to the County Council through a proposed
ordinance to amend Chapter 4 (Animals) and Chapter 25 (Zoning) of the Hawaii
County Code.
Reference: Comm. 364
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
Approve: AWEEMC-7
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 236-19: AUTHORIZES THE PAYMENT OF FUNDS OF A LATER FISCAL YEAR
AND OF MORE THAN ONE FISCAL YEAR FOR MULTI-YEAR LEASES
OF REAL PROPERTY FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND OFFICE OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into five-year lease agreements with an option for
an additional five years with Kaneshiro & Sons Enterprise, Limited and
Glenn Kaneshiro Partnership, to allow for the continued occupancy of warehouse
space located at 1990 Kino`ole Street in Hilo.
Reference: Comm. 387
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Approve: FC-46
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 240-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO HONOKA`A
HONGWANJI MISSION FOR THE 13TH ANNUAL PARADE AND FESTIVAL
FOR THE UNITED NATIONS INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE
Transfers $2,000 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. 393
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 241-19: 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 TO PURCHASE CITRIC
ACID TO HELP CONTROL COQUI FROGS IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2
Transfers $2,600 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 2); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 394
Intr. by: Mr. Chung
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 242-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT
TO ACQUIRE EQUIPMENT TO RESPOND TO EMERGENCY AND
HAZMAT INCIDENTS
Transfers $8,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 7); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Protection
Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 395
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 243-19: 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 2020 D.A.R.E. DAY CELEBRATION IN
WEST HAWAII
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. 396
Intr. by: Ms. Villegas
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 244-19: 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 2020 DARE DAY CELEBRATION EVENT IN
WEST HAWAII
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Hawaii Police Department, Police
Administration Division-Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 397
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 245-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO CHILD AND
FAMILY SERVICE TO PURCHASE BUS PASSES FOR RESIDENTS OF THE
WEST HAWAII DOMESTIC ABUSE SHELTER
Transfers $1,200 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Mass Transit Agency, Other Current
Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 398
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 246-19: 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
AAUW KONA EDUCATIONAL FUND TO ASSIST WITH THE 2019 GIRLS
EXPLORING MATH AND SCIENCE EVENT IN WEST HAWAII
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 8); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 399
Intr. by: Ms. Eoff
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 247-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO FRIENDS OF
BIG ISLAND DRUG COURT, INC., TO PAY FOR COURT-RELATED
SERVICES FOR PARTICIPANTS OF THE BIG ISLAND DRUG COURT AND
VETERANS TREATMENT COURT
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 400
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 248-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR EQUIPMENT FOR THE HAWAII
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Transfers $8,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Hawaii Fire Department, Fire Protection-
Equipment account.
Reference: Comm. 401
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 249-19: 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
AAUW KONA EDUCATIONAL FUND TO ASSIST WITH THE 2019 GIRLS
EXPLORING MATH AND SCIENCE EVENT IN WEST HAWAII
Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 6); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other
Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 402
Intr. by: Ms. David
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 250-19: 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 THE PURCHASE OF
CITRIC ACID TO MANAGE COQUI FROG INFESTATIONS
Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Research and Development,
Agriculture Other Current Expenses account.
Reference: Comm. 403
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 251-19: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A
DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO BOY SCOUTS
OF AMERICA, ALOHA COUNCIL FOR COMMUNITY SCOUT PROJECTS
AND ACTIVITIES
Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk-Council Services —Contingency Relief account
(Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public
Programs account.
Reference: Comm. 404
Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 254-19: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF FUNDS TO BE
USED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
TOWARDS TRAVEL AND OTHER EXPENSES FOR THE ROCKY
MOUNTAIN INSTITUTE MOBILITY INNOVATION LAB PROJECT
ACCELERATOR WORKSHOP
Accepts a monetary donation of approximately $1,500 from the Ulupono Initiative.
Reference: Comm. 408
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 255-19: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION OF FUNDS TO BE
USED BY THE HAWAII POLICE DEPARTMENT TOWARDS TRAVEL AND
OTHER EXPENSES TO ATTEND THE 2019 CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN
CONFERENCE
Accepts a monetary donation of approximately $3,250 from the Children's Justice
Center of West Hawaii.
Reference: Comm. 409
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 256-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS
AND EXPLOSIVES, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES
SECTION 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO THE HAWAII POLICE DEPARTMENT
Funds in the amount of$32,000 would be used to reimburse overtime costs
incurred by the Hawaii Police Department in providing resources to assist with
operations of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Reference: Comm. 410
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Res. 257-19: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, DEPARTMENT OF
BUDGET AND FINANCE, FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT TO
IMPLEMENT MAIL-IN VOTING FOR ALL ELECTIONS BEGINNING WITH
THE 2020 PRIMARY ELECTION, PURSUANT TO ACT 136, SESSION LAWS
OF HAWAII 2019
Funds in the amount of$126,688 would be used for startup and transition costs to
implement elections by mail.
Reference: Comm. 411
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
Bill 90: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-33 (CITY OF HILO ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8,
CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL—THREE ACRES (A-3a) TO
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL— 10,000 SQUARE FEET (RS-10) AT
WAIAKEA, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP
KEY: 2-4-080:013
(Applicant: Charles Umemoto) (Area: approximately 7.631 Acres)
The Windward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
this amendment, which would allow the applicant to apply for a subdivision of the
property into 27 lots. The property is located at the end of Mailani Street, on the
west side of Ho`omalu Street, Waiakea Homesteads.
Reference: Comm. 366
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
Approve: PC-29
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Bill 92: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-73, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2020
Appropriates revenues in the Federal Grants —Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco,
Firearms and Explosives Task Force account ($32,000); and appropriates the
same to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Task Force
account. Funds would be used to reimburse overtime costs incurred by the
Hawaii Police Department in providing resources to assist with operations of the
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Reference: Comm. 410
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
(Vote on Bill 92 is on the next page)
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PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
Bill 93: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-73, AS AMENDED, THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING JUNE 30, 2020
Increases revenues in the 2020 Mail-In Elections Cost—State account ($126,688);
and appropriates the same to the 2020 Mail-In Elections Cost account. Funds in
the amount of$126,688 would be used for startup and transition costs to
implement elections by mail.
Reference: Comm. 411
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
PASSED IST READING:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING)
Bill 87: AMENDS THE KONA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN, AS ADOPTED
(Draft 2) BY ORDINANCE NO. 08-131
The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for
the proposed amendments to the Kona Community Development Plan. The
amendments are intended to address language affecting the ability to develop
projects and to clarify the authority of the plan as an ordinance of the County.
Reference: Comm. 352.15
Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R)
First Reading: August 7, 2019
POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER 4, 2019:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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REPORTS
PC-28 NOMINATION OF SUSAN FORBES, NICOLETTE CB HUBBARD,
(Comm. 386): CAROL R. IGNACIO, DR. TAWN ISAAC KEENEY, CRYSTAL KUA,
BRAD R. KUROKAWA, JEFF MCKNIGHT, ROBERT T. NISHIMOTO, AND
RHONDA DARLING POLLARD TO THE INAUGURAL HAMAKUA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN ACTION COMMITTEE
Requires Council
Confirmation by: August 31, 2019 (Section 13-4(1),
Hawaii County Charter)
CONFIRMED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
REFERRALS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
Comm. 53.2: ELAINE SURNOW, ET AL. V. JODY BUDDEMEYER, ET AL. CIVIL
NO. 17-00038 JMS-KSC
From Corporation Counsel Joseph K. Kamelamela, dated August 13, 2019,
requesting an attorney-client confidential discussion to consult with the Council
on a settlement demand, trial strategy, and the evidence and merits of the case.
REJECTED THE RECOMMENDATION OF CORP. COUNSEL:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy,
Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—6.
Noes: Council Member Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder— 1.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
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Res. 258-19: AUTHORIZES THE EMPLOYMENT OF SPECIAL COUNSEL TO
REPRESENT THE COUNTY OF HAWAII, BOARD OF ETHICS IN
PETITION NO. 2019-02
Finds that a conflict of interest would exist for the Corporation Counsel to advise
the Board of Ethics and provides for the retention of legal services by the County
of Maui Office of the Corporation Counsel, with total costs not to exceed $1,000.
Reference: Comm. 412
Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R)
Waived: FC
Note: Requires 2/3 vote of the entire
membership, pursuant to Section 6-5.5,
Hawaii County Charter
ADOPTED:
Ayes: Council Members Chung, David, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder,
Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Richards, and Acting Chair Eoff—7.
Noes: None.
Absent: Council Members Poindexter and Villegas —2.
Excused: None.
The Council anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matters,pursuant to
Section 92-5(a)(4), for the purpose of consulting with Council's attorney on questions and issues
pertaining to the Council's powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities. A 2/3 vote pursuant to
Hawaii Revised Statutes, Section 92-4, and Rule Nos. 2 and 10 of the Rules of Procedure of the County
Council is necessary to hold an executive meeting.
OTHER BUSINESS
(Including but not limited to consideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on
agenda items.)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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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
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Members will be present at the following location:
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(Pursuant to HRS §92-7 and Council Rule No. 2, Council Members Aaron S. Y. Chung and
Ashley L. Kierkiewicz will be participating from the Hilo Council Chambers.)
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meeting. The email shall indicate the appropriate Committee or Council meeting, the meeting date,
agenda item (communication, bill, resolution or report number), and number of testifiers on the video
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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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).
Viewing of Meetings is Available on Public, Education, and Government Television. Please call
Na Leo TV at (808) 935-8874 for Channel 55 schedule of Council and Committee meetings.
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