HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-09-16 Letter to Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness re Keolahou Assessment Center quarterly report June 1, 2019 through August 31, 2019Harry Kim
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September 16, 2019
Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness
Hawaii State Capitol
415 South Beretania Street, Room 415
Honolulu, HI 96813
ATTN: Emma Grochowsky, Community Development Specialist
RE: Keolahou Assessment Center, DHS-I9-GOV-0080
The following narrative is being submitted in lieu of a quarterly report for the period of
June 1, 2019 through August 31, 2019. Please seethe following updates provided
below:
• Status of construction, renovations, or other site work.
Majority of the initial renovation/repair work completed will be completed
during the week of September 15, 2019 and the space is being prepared
for occupancy.
• Status of sub -contracts for the program, including a listing of vendors and
services to be sub -contracted.
There are currently no sub -contracts for the program.
Description of challenges or setbacks, including any operational delays
and a brief explanation of how these challenges or setbacks have been
resolved or are being addressed.
Prior to being fully operational, the structure that will serve as the site for
the program required several repairs including painting, restoration,
repurposing and new flooring in some areas. Additionally, electric and
water utility services needed to be transferred from the previous
occupants. Equipment supplies and staff scheduling for the repair work
resulted in delays which were mitigated by working with management to
establish priority needs.
County or Hawai'i is an Fquat Opportunity Provider and Employer,
The County of Hawaii expects the Keolahou Assessment Center to begin operations by
October 2099 and will promptly notify the State of any changes to the projected
timeline.
All expenses incurred during this reporting period will be reflected in the next quarterly
report.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sharon Hirota at 808-961-8019
or Sharon Himt;inqiic g y.
Sincerely,
Sharon L. Hirota
Executive Assistant to the Mayor
County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer