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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGE COUNCIL 2020-04-08 2018-2020 ACTIONSAARON S. Y. CHUNG Chan & Presiding Officer tY OF h N KAREN EOFF +: c Vice Chan o=— �. �f '� NiM�i•�\\ 36'h Session COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawai `i Hawai `i County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawai `i 96720 ORDER OF BUSINESS Hawaii County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii April 8, 2020 9:30 a.m. MAILE MEDEIROS DAVID MATT KANEALI`I-KLEINFELDER ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ SUSAN L. K. LEE LOY VALERIE T. POINDEXTER HERBERT M. "TIM" RICHARDS, III REBECCA VILLEGAS Pursuant to Governor Ige's supplementary emergency proclamation dated March 16, 2020, in order to minimize physical contact and maximize social distancing, this meeting will not be open to the public. Submitting Written Testimony: The Council encourages the public to submit thoughts, comments, and input via written testimony. To ensure timely delivery to Council Members prior to the meeting, written testimony must be submitted before 12:00 noon on the business day prior to the meeting by: (1) email to counciltestiinon a,hawaiicountgov, (2) facsimile to (808) 961-8912; or (3) mail to the County Clerk's Office in Hilo at 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720. All written testimony, regardless of time of receipt, will be part of the permanent record. Please submit separate testimony for each item. INVOCATION Reverend Daido Baba of Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin CALL TO ORDER 9:27 a.m. ROLL CALL Hawai `i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Hawaii County Council -36 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PETITIONS, MEMORIALS, CERTIFICATES OF MERIT, AND EXPRESSIONS OF CONDOLENCE APPROVAL OF MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS April 8, 2020 Comm. 860: REQUESTS AN UPDATE FROM SENATOR BRIAN SCHATZ REGARDING FEDERAL EFFORTS TO RESPOND TO THE CORONAVIRUS From Council Member Ashley L. Kierkiewicz, dated April 2, 2020. 18111ff Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS Res. 506-20: URGES THE MAYOR AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE U. S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS TO DEVELOP A PLAN FOR REVIEW TO MITIGATE SURFACE WATER IN PUNA The surface water mitigation plan would identify areas prone to flooding and hazardous conditions, and would be reviewed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Reference: Comm. 767 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Approve: GREDC-3 ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 2 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 525-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE 2020 NORTH KOHALA REUNION Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 9); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Tourism Promotion account. Reference: Comm. 801 Intr. by: Mr. Richards Postponed: March 25, 2020 (Note: There is a motion by Mr. Richards, seconded by Ms. Lee Loy, to approve Res. 525-20.) ADOPTED: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 531-20: 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 2020 HONOKA`A WESTERN WEEK FESTIVAL Transfers $4,000 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. 807 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter Postponed: March 25, 2020 (Note: There is a motion by Ms. Poindexter, seconded by Ms. Lee Loy, to approve Res. 531-20.) WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Page 3 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 538-20: CREATES ONE NEW CLERK III POSITION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES The position would provide additional support to assist with an increase in operational demands. Reference: Comm. 815 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Approve: FC -115 POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 539-20: CREATES ONE NEW TEMPORARY POSITION FOR THE OFFICE OF THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY The Legal Clerk 11 position would provide additional support for the East Hawaii District Court Clerical Unit. Reference: Comm. 816 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Approve: FC -116 POSTPONED TO THE CALL OF THE CHAIR Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 4 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 549-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO PURCHASE MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR THE COMMUNITY CENTERS IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Division Equipment account. Reference: Comm. 832 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Res. 550-20: 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 PORTUGUESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER FOR ITS MALASADA SHUFFLE 5K AND FAMILY FUN FESTA RADIOTHON Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Tourism Promotion account. Reference: Comm. 833 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Res. 551-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT FOR THE 2020 SUMMER FUN PROGRAM IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 Transfers $3,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Summer/Intersession Class/Activities account. Reference: Comm. 834 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Page 5 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 552-20: 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 ALOHA CLUB OF HILO TO PURCHASE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR HALE `OLUEA CLUBHOUSE Transfers $1,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 1); and credits to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 835 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 553-20: 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 COOPER CENTER COUNCIL FOR ITS FRIENDS FEEDING FRIENDS COMMUNITY EVENT Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Parks and Recreation, Administration Other Current Expenses account. Reference: Comm. 836 Intr. by: Ms. David Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 6 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 554-20: 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 PROJECT GRAD FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS 2020 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. 837 Intr. by: Ms. Villegas WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Res. 555-20: 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 PROJECT GRAD FOR EXPENSES RELATING TO ITS 2020 KEALAKEHE PROJECT GRAD EVENT Transfers $5,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 838 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Res. 556-20: COMMITS TO FUNDING THE COST ITEMS AGREED UPON BY THE EMPLOYERS AND THE HAWAII GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION UNIT 04 AND EMPLOYEES EXCLUDED FROM THAT UNIT FOR THE CONTRACT PERIOD JULY 1, 2019 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2021 Cost items include lump -sum payments, across-the-board increases, step movements, a new salary schedule, and change in standby pay calculation. The estimated cost over the two years of the contract would be $510,188. Reference: Comm. 839 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC (Vote on Res. 556-20 is on the next page.) Page 7 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 557-20: 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 LAVA ZONE MUSEUM FOR THE PROMOTION AND EXPANSION OF ITS EXHIBITS Transfers $2,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 5); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Tourism Promotion account. Reference: Comm. 841 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 558-20: 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 EVENT Transfers $1,500 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. 842 Intr. by: Ms. Villegas WITHDRAWN BY INTRODUCER Page 8 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 561-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A MULTI-YEAR MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH CENTER, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, AND HAWAII COUNTY CHARTER SECTIONS 10-11 AND 13-13, TO PROVIDE TRAINING TO WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS OPERATORS Authorizes the University of Hawaii to provide 12 training courses per year for the five-year service period. Reference: Comm. 847 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 562-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, FOR A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT Funds in the amount of $2,726,423 would be used to provide housing, suitable and safe living environments, and accessibility for disabled individuals to public facilities. Reference: Comm. 849 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 9 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 563-20: ADOPTS THE 2020-2024 COUNTY OF HAWAII CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS AND NATIONAL HOUSING TRUST FUND PROGRAMS AND AUTHORIZES THE MAYOR OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII TO EXECUTE AND SUBMIT THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND ALL OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) Includes County -wide housing and homeless needs assessments, funding goals and priorities, and must be adopted prior to receipt of annual CDBG allocations from HUD. Reference: Comm. 850 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 564-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES 46-7, FOR A WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT GRANT Funds in the amount of $1,090,000 would be used to assist adults, dislocated workers, and youth by providing services that will train individuals to increase employment, retention, earnings, skills, and literacy. Reference: Comm. 851 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 10 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 565-20: URGES THE HONORABLE DAVID Y. IGE, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF HAWAII, TO DELAY IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES' NEW HEALTHCARE CONTRACT AWARDS UNTIL RAMIFICATIONS FOR HAWAII COUNTY RESIDENTS HAVE BEEN CONSIDERED AND IMPACTS ASSESSED IN OPEN AND TRANSPARENT PUBLIC DISCUSSIONS Supports further discussion to include Hawaii Island Quest Integration beneficiaries, their care providers, and other stakeholders to avoid an interruption in access to healthcare. Reference: Comm. 852 Intr. by: Ms. Poindexter and Ms. David ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 566-20: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY DONATION OF $2,000 TO THE HAWAII POLICE DEPARTMENT Donated by The Evans Ohana, funds would be used to purchase tourniquets. Reference: Comm. 853 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 11 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 567-20: AUTHORIZES THE ACCEPTANCE OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION FROM THE FEDERAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY TO THE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, WASTEWATER DIVISION, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES SECTION 46-7, AND HAWAII COUNTY CHARTER SECTIONS 13-12 AND 13-13 Provides for the development of a digital asset management program for the department's Wastewater Division. Reference: Comm. 854 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 568-20: AUTHORIZES THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII, PURSUANT TO HAWAII REVISED STATUTES 46-7, FOR A GRANT TO THE COUNTY OF HAWAII Authorizes a memorandum of agreement with the State of Hawaii to reimburse the County for overtime costs, supplies, equipment, and other expenses incurred by the Police Department and the Office of the Mayor through December 31, 2019, in response to the protest activities related to the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope on the summit of Mauna Kea. Reference: Comm. 855 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC POSTPONED TO THE NEXT MEETING (TBA Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 12 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 569-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO LA`I`OPUA 2020 FOR EXPENSES TO PROVIDE FREE MEALS IN KONA DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Transfers $2,000 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 6); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 856 Intr. by: Ms. David ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 570-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO LA`I`OPUA 2020 FOR EXPENSES TO PROVIDE FREE MEALS IN KONA DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Transfers $5,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 8); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 857 Intr. by: Ms. Eoff ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 13 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 571-20: TRANSFERS/APPROPRIATES AN APPROPRIATION OUT AND FROM A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT AND CREDITS SAME TO A DESIGNATED FUND ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE A GRANT TO LA`IOPUA 2020 FOR EXPENSES TO PROVIDE FREE MEALS IN KONA DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Transfers $4,500 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 7); and credits to the Department of Liquor Control, Public Programs account. Reference: Comm. 858 Intr. by: Ms. Villegas ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 572-20: URGES THE HONORABLE PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP TO ISSUE A BAN ON ALL NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TO THE STATE OF HAWAII UNTIL APRIL 30, 2020, TO HELP REDUCE THE COVID-19 INFECTION RATE AND EASE THE BURDEN ON OUR ALREADY STRAINED HEALTHCARE, HOUSING, FOOD, MEDICINE, AND DRY GOODS RESOURCES Reference: Comm. 859 Intr. by: All Members of the Hawaii County Council Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 14 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 573-20: 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 FOOD BASKET, INC., FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO COVID-19 EMERGENCY FOOD DISTRIBUTION Transfers $27,900 from the Clerk -Council Services — Contingency Relief account (Council District 4); and credits to the Department of Research and Development, Business Development account. Reference: Comm. 861 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE ADDED TO THE AGENDA: Res. 574-20: URGES THE HONORABLE GOVERNOR DAVID Y. IGE TO WIDEN THE HAWAII STATE JUDICIARY ORDERS IMMEDIATELY HALTING EVICTIONS FOR NON-PAYMENT OF RENT IN THE RESIDENTIAL SECTOR TO INCLUDE EVICTIONS OF SMALL BUSINESSES UNTIL MAY 30. 2020 Reference: Comm. 862 Intr. by: Ms. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder Waived: GREDC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 15 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Res. 575-20: URGES THE HONORABLE GOVERNOR DAVID Y. IGE TO SUSPEND RESIDENTIAL EVICTIONS DURING THE COVID-19 STATE OF EMERGENCY Reference: Comm. 863 Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy Waived: GREDC Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Res. 576-20: AUTHORIZES THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TO AWARD FUNDS TO THE FOOD BASKET, INC. Funds would be used to fund a COVID-19 Response Manager position at The Food Basket. Reference: Comm. 864 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz Waived: FC ADOPTED Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 16 Hawaii County Council -36 BILLS FOR ORDINANCES (FIRST READING) April 8, 2020 Bill 115: 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 State Grants — Mauna Kea Costs account ($10 million); and appropriates the same to the Mauna Kea Costs account. Funds from the State of Hawaii would be used to reimburse the County for overtime costs, supplies, equipment, and other expenses incurred by the Police Department in response to the protest activities related to the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope on the summit of Mauna Kea. Reference: Comm. 605 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Approve: FC -93 Postponed: December 18, 2019 (Note: There is a motion by Ms. David, seconded by Mr. Richards, to approve Bill 115.) ; and Comm. 605.8: From Finance Director Deanna S. Sako, dated April 1, 2020, transmits proposed amendments to decrease the appropriation from $10 million to $5,342,262. AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 17 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Bill 151: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-74, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2019 TO JUNE 30, 2020 Increases the Waiakea Uka Park & New Community Center Improvements project by $8 million. Additional Funds for this project shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund — Fund Balance and/or Other Sources ($2 million) and State Capital Improvement Project Funds ($6 million), for a total appropriation of $8,150,000, to be used for project planning and construction. Reference: Comm. 808 Intr. by: Ms. Lee Loy Approve: FC -117 PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 152: 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 Federal Grants — Housing Choice Voucher Program account ($650,000); and appropriates the same to the Voucher Rental Subsidies account, for a total appropriation of $19,227,430. Funds provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development would be used for rental assistance for eligible participants. Reference: Comm. 817 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Approve: FC -118 PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 18 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Bill 153: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-2 (NORTH & SOUTH KONA DISTRICTS ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL — TWENTY ACRES (A -20a) TO AGRICULTURAL — FIVE ACRES (A -5a) AT KALOKO, NORTH KONA DISTRICT, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 7-3-025:002 (Applicant: Jean K. Campbell Trust and Jeffrey S. Clapp Trust) (Area: 21.296 acres) The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property into four parcels for estate purposes. The property is located in the Kaloko Mauka Subdivision in North Kona. Reference: Comm. 840 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R) Waived: PC PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 154: 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 HOME Grant — Program Income account ($80,000); and appropriates the same to the Tenant Base Rental Assistance Program account ($72,000) and the Office of Housing and Community Development Administration account ($8,000), for a total appropriation of $130,000. Reference: Comm. 848 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 19 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Bill 155: 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 - Block Grant account ($2,626,423) and the Block Grant - Program Income account ($100,000); and appropriates the same to the following accounts: Mental Health Kokua — Facility Sewer Connection ($220,000); Kiheipua Emergency Shelter — Certified Kitchen Construction ($388,175); Kaiaulu O `Waikoloa Rental Housing — Off Site Infrastructure Improvement ($800,000); Hale Maluhia Shelter — Accessibility Improvements ($561,015); Residential Repair — Homeowner Loan Program ($231,949); and Administration, Planning and Fair Housing ($525,284). Funds would be used to provide housing, suitable and safe living environments, and accessibility for disabled individuals to public facilities. Reference: Comm. 849 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC AMENDED TO DRAFT 2 AND PASSED IST READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 156: 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 — Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) account ($1,090,000); and appropriates the same to the following WIOA accounts: Administration Planning 2020-21 ($110,000); Adult Program 2020-21 ($360,000); Dislocated Worker Program 2020-21 ($250,000); and Youth Program 2019-20 ($370,000). Funds would be used to assist adults, dislocated workers, and youth by providing services that will train individuals to increase employment, retention, earnings, skills, and literacy. Reference: Comm. 851 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) Waived: FC (Vote on Bill 156 is on the next page) Page 20 Hawaii County Council -36 PASSED IST READING: April 8, 2020 Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. ORDER OF THE DAY (SECOND OR FINAL READING) Bill 141: AMENDS SECTION 25-8-7 (NORTH & SOUTH KOHALA DISTRICT ZONE (Draft 2) MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL — 15,000 SQUARE FEET (RS -15) TO RESIDENTIAL & AGRICULTURAL — FIVE ACRES (RA -5a) AT KAHUA 1sT, NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 5-9-001:008 (Abblicant: Kohala Shoreline. LLC) (Area: 37.88 acres) The Leeward Planning Commission forwards its favorable recommendation for this change of zone, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the property into six lots to develop a residential subdivision. The property is located three miles north of Kawaihae Harbor on the makai side of Akoni Pule Highway. Reference: Comm. 764.5 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz (B/R) First Reading: March 25, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 21 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Bill 142: AMENDS CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 8, SECTION 2-37 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT'S SUSTAINABILITY ACTION COMMITTEE Adds climate change to the list of topics for which the committee would advise the director; and adds environmental science as an additional area of expertise to which member selection would be based on. Reference: Comm. 768 Intr. by: Mr. Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder First Reading: March 25, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 145: AUTHORIZES THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF (Draft 2) THE COUNTY OF HAWAII FOR THE PURPOSE OF FUNDING ALL OR A PORTION OF THE COSTS OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS; FIXING THE FORM, DENOMINATIONS, AND CERTAIN OTHER DETAILS OF SUCH BONDS AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR SALE TO THE PUBLIC; AND AUTHORIZES THE TAKING OF OTHER ACTIONS RELATING TO THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF THE BONDS Authorizes the issuance of up to $103 million in general obligation bonds to fund certain Capital Improvement Projects, including: Ane Keohokalole Highway Phase III (Hina Lani Street to Kaiminani Drive); Puna Connectivity and Emergency Access Routes; Paniolo Avenue Rehabilitation/Waikoloa Intersection Construction; Kawili Street Shoulder Improvements; Mamalahoa Highway Resurfacing (Hohola Drive to Kekehau Street); Plumeria Street Rehabilitation; and Waianuenue Avenue Resurfacing. Reference: Comm. 781.2 Intr. by: Mr. Chung First Reading: March 25, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 22 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Bill 146: AMENDS CHAPTER 2 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE RELATING TO THE APPROPRIATION OF DISASTER RELIEF FUNDS TO ELIGIBLE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE RELIEF, RECOVERY, MITIGATION, AND REMEDIATION ASSISTANCE FOR DISASTER DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE 2018 KILAUEA ERUPTION Establishes standards and procedures to allow eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to apply for 2018 Kilauea eruption disaster relief funds received by the County. Reference: Comm. 789 Intr. by: Ms. Kierkiewicz First Reading: March 25, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Bill 147: 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 Fund Balance from Previous Year account ($850,000); and appropriates the same to the Signals and Street Lights account. Funds would be used by the Department of Public Works to purchase materials to expedite the replacement of failing street lights. Reference: Comm. 791 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) First Reading: March 25, 2020 PASSED 2ND AND FINAL READING: Ayes: Council Members David, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. Page 23 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Bill 148: AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 19-74, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND FINANCING THEREOF FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1. 2019 TO JUNE 30. 2020 Adds the Public Works Mamalahoa Highway Resurfacing - Hohola to Kekehau project for $3 million to the Capital Budget. Funds for this project shall be provided from General Obligation Bonds, Capital Projects Fund — Fund Balance and/or Other Sources. Reference: Comm. 792 Intr. by: Ms. David (B/R) First Reading: March 25, 2020 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, Eoff, Kaneali`i-Kleinfelder, Kierkiewicz, Lee Loy, Poindexter, Richards, Villegas, and Chair Chung — 9. Noes: None. Absent: None. Excused: None. REPORTS 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 reconsideration of vetoed items, if any, or reconsideration of actions on agenda items.) ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT: 12:02 p.m. 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. Council Members will be present at the following locations: Hilo Council Chambers, Hawaii County Building; Kona Council Office, West Hawaii Civic Center, Building A; and Waimea Council Office, Parker Square. Page 24 Hawaii County Council -36 April 8, 2020 Live stream of County Council Meetings: Council meetings are available for live viewing. 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