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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0641.000 2018-2020 �SYfOF ki Wilfred M.Okabe n ��41di„ Managing Director Harry Kim Mayor OF'M►'� Barbara J.Kossow Deputy Managing Director GUUN of'a£jui`i Offixr, offhr,�RaVax 25 Aupuni Street,Suite 2603 • Hilo,Hawaii 96720 • (808)961-8211 . Fax(808)961-6553 KONA: 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy.,Bldg.C • Kailua-Kona,Hawaii 96740 (808)323-4444 . Fax(808)323-4440 CD November 20, 2019 Honorable Chair Aaron Chung and Members of the Hawaii County Councilx County of Hawaii 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, HI 96720 Dear Chair Chung and Members of the Hawaii County Council: It is my pleasure to submit for your confirmation the appointment of Roy Takemoto as Managing Director for the County of Hawai'i, pursuant to Section 6-1.2 of the Hawai'i County Charter. This appointment will be effective Monday, December 2, 2019. Roy Takemoto has the educational, administrative, and professional experience to serve as Managing Director. He holds Bachelors' degrees in philosophy and environmental studies, a master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, and a law degree from the William S. Richardson School of Law. Roy has served as an Executive Assistant in my office since December 2016 and also served in my previous administration during 2000 —2008, first as Deputy Planning Director and then as Executive Assistant. Roy Takemoto has also worked in the private sector as a planning consultant prior to 2000 and after 2008. His resume is attached for your information. Roy Takemoto will serve a term co-terminus with my tenure, ending on December 7, 2020. Pursuant to Rule 5(6)(g) of the Rules of Procedure and Organization of the Council of the County of Hawaii, we respectfully request a waiver of this nomination through committee so that it may be considered by the full County Council on December 4, 2019. Thank you for your favorable consideration of this appointment. If you have any questions about this matter, please feel free to call me. Aloh , Council Action Due By: Januar 30 2019 Y y , Harry Kim Last Council Meeting: January 22, 2019 Mayor Attachment Comm. N®. Ref. To: nU w County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. NOV 2 Q 2(]i9 Ref. r��l�e� tq Roy R. Takemoto Balanced experience in the private and public sectors dealing with development and environmental issues. Believes in leading by example,mission-driven innovation through brainstorming and testing,seeking ways to be a better person and creating a better place. December 2016-PRESEN T County of Hawaii,Mayor's Office-Execaative Assistant Responsibilities included coordination among agencies and community members on priority initiatives such as% • Homeless--developing and implementing a strategic plan • Affordable housing--controlling short-term vacation rentals;addressing permit issues • Kilauea eruption recovery planning--executive team addressing recovery planning,housing options,funding • Transportation connectivity--multi-modal trail projects,Puna roads connectivity January 2009-Novereber 2016 PBR Hawaii&Associates,Inc.,Planning C Landscape Architectural Firm-Hilo Office Director Responsibilities focused on Big Island,DHHL,and community planning projects such as: • DHHL planning rules drafting • Various environmental assessments • Various community plans on Big Island and Kaua'i ;2ilUary 200' -December 2008 County of Hawai'i, Planning Department&Mayor's Office-Depaaty Planning Director &"Executive Assistant Appointed by Mayor Harry Kim as Deputy Planning Director and served in that capacity for Mayor Kim's first term and the first year of his second term. Called upon by the Mayor to serve as Executive Assistant. Responsibilities as Deputy Planning Director in support of the Planning Director included: • Managing the departmental budgeting process • Managing human resources issues • Representing the Director on the Planning Commission,as needed • Managing division responsibilities,primarily the ministerial and long-range planning divisions • Upgrading the GIS capabilities Responsibilities as an Executive Assistant focused on: • Assisting the Planning Department to initiate the community development planning process • Coordinating with the Department of Public Works and Planning to address various road network issues • Exploring public financing alternatives 2991-December 2000 Self-Employed Planning Consultant Major projects included: • Hamakua Housing Corporation--managed the housing transition for the bankrupt Hamakua Sugar Company employees living in the six plantation camps • Infrastructure study for the County General Plan update • Various environmental assessments 1936­1991 TSA International, Inc., Hotel Developer-Project 1llanager • Four Seasons Wailea--land acquisition to grand opening 1978- 1983 William Hee&Associates;M&E Pacific,Inc.,Private Engineering Firms-Planner • Kaka'ako master planning as consultants to Hawaii Community Development Agency • Various environmental impact statements • Water quality sampling Earlham College,Indiana&University of Hawai'i-Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies University of Hawai'i-ltilaster's Degree in Urban Planning University of Hawai'i- Y:D. Degree Raised near Wahiawa on Oahu;graduated from Leilehua High School. Married to Joan(Kodani) Takemoto. One son,Matthew. AARON S.Y. CHUNG ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ MAIZE MEDEIROS DAVID Chairperson �,'}!`' KAREN EOFF *� �* MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER SUSAN L.K. LEE LOY VALERIE T.POINDEXTER Vice Chair s:` p.� HERBERT M. "TIM"RICHARDS,III �rF aFw�� REBECCA VILLEGAS HAWAII COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawai`i Hawai`i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawai`i 96720 November 20, 2019 Aaron S.Y. Chung, Council Chair Hawaii County Council 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 RE: Communication No. 641 Appointment of Roy Takemoto as Managing Director Pursuant to Section 2(g) of Rule 4 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council of the County of Hawaii, this written request is submitted with my approval that the above-referenced matter be waived from the Committee on Governmental Relations and Economic Development to the full Council for immediate action. In reviewing this matter, timely approval is crucial. It is therefore advantageous that approval is granted and the matter be placed onto the next Council agenda for review. However, in the event this request is denied, for whatever reason, I understand the matter shall be referred to the Committee on Governmental Relations and Economic Development for placement on its future agenda. Sincerely, Ashley L. k erkiewicz,`-Chairperson Committee on Governmental Relations and Economic Development rave Date/Waive to Council: Disapproved/Date/Refer to GREDC: Aaron S.Y. Chung, Council hair Aaron S.Y. Chung, Council Chair Hawaii County Council 11 20hcl Hawaii County Council Hawai`i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer