Hawaii Politicast

Council Meeting – May 8 2013

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Podcast-friendly audio from the May 8 2013 meeting of the Honolulu City Council. Click here for the Agenda (will open in new window).

Agenda (will open in new window)

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MESSAGE OF ALOHA

1. CALL TO ORDER – 10 A.M.

Roll Call

Introduction of Guests

Approval of Minutes of the 6th Session

2. ORDER OF THE DAY – MORNING CALENDAR

APPOINTMENTS – RESOLUTIONS

EXECUTIVE MATTERS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS

CR-114	Resolution 13-71

	Relating to the nomination of Donna Y. L. Leong as Corporation Counsel of the City and County of Honolulu.

	FOR ADOPTION

THIRD READING

BUDGET

CR-117	Bill 14

	Relating to the Municipal Stores Revolving Fund. (Repealing Article 1 of Chapter 6, Revised Ordinances of Honolulu 1990 related to the Municipal Stores Revolving Fund and depositing the remaining funds to the General Fund.)

	PASS THIRD READING


CR-118	Bill 18

	Relating to budget details. (Amending the requirements for the line-item budget details.)

	PASS THIRD READING



ZONING AND PLANNING

CR-126	Bill 77 (2012), CD1

	To rezone land situated at Honouliuli, Oahu, Hawaii. (Rezoning land situated at ‘Ewa, Oahu, Hawaii from R-5 Residential District to A-1 Low-Density Apartment District.) (Applicant: Gentry Investment Properties) (Deadline: 6/1/13)

	(Note: Prior to passage on third reading, Unilateral Agreement to be recorded.)

	PASS THIRD READING, AS AMENDED

FIRST READING

	Bill 28 (Public Safety and Economic Development)

	Relating to smoking. (Amending the prohibition of smoking in certain places.)

	PASS FIRST READING

RESOLUTIONS

PUBLIC SAFETY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

CR-110	Resolution 13-70

	Relating to the acceptance of a gift to the City from the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association for the Honolulu Emergency Services Department’s Ocean Safety and Lifeguard Services Division.

	FOR ADOPTION


CR-111	Resolution 13-75, CD1

	Requesting the Managing Director’s Office to recommend means of attracting and developing international educational joint ventures, co-ventures and other such initiatives.

	FOR ADOPTION


PARKS

CR-112	Resolution 13-69

	Authorizing the Director of Budget and Fiscal Services to enter into an amendment to extend the intergovernmental agreement with the University of Hawaii for an educational and interpretative program for the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve.

	FOR ADOPTION


EXECUTIVE MATTERS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS

CR-115	Resolution 13-86

	To retain the services of a private attorney as special deputy corporation counsel for the City and County of Honolulu in a lawsuit entitled, Jennings Pacific, LLC vs. City and County of Honolulu, et al., Civil No. 13-1-0518-02 KKS.

	FOR ADOPTION



BUDGET

CR-121	Resolution 13-67, CD1

	Accepting a gift to the City and County of Honolulu from the City of Oakland’s Office of the City Auditor for travel expenses to Oakland, California to conduct a peer review.

	FOR ADOPTION



CR-122	Resolution 13-79

	Approving the recommended sale by sealed bidding of the 57 golf course frontage lots within the Lokahi Greens Subdivision (Area A), Ewa Villages, TMKs 9-1-90: 4-12, 24‑56, 68-72, 83-87, 95-99, inclusive.

	FOR ADOPTION



CR-123	Resolution 13-80

	Authorizing the execution of an Amendment to Lease and Amendment to Parking License Agreement between the City and County of Honolulu and Smith-Beretania Associates for the Smith‑Beretania Apartments Project located at 1170 Nuuanu Avenue, Chinatown, Oahu, Tax Map Key (1‑7‑004: 007).

	FOR ADOPTION


ZONING AND PLANNING

CR-127	Resolution 13-65

	Granting a Special Management Area Use Permit to allow the development of the second egg-shaped digester, sludge storage tank, biogas holding tank, and gas flare assembly, as a component of the existing in-vessel bioconversion facility at the Sand Island Wastewater Treatment Plant. (Applicant: Department of Design and Construction) (Deadline: 5/26/13)

	FOR ADOPTION



CR-128	Resolution 13-68, CD1

	Granting a Special Management Area Use Permit for Waimanalo Bay Beach Park Master Plan improvements to the existing park, including sports fields, comfort stations, and picnic areas, and increasing camp sites and walking trails. (Applicant: Department of Design and Construction) (Deadline: 6/7/13)

	FOR ADOPTION



CR-130	Resolution 13-76, CD1

	Recommending appointees to the Hawaii Community Development Authority.

	FOR ADOPTION


	Resolution 13-76, CD1, Proposed FD1



TRANSPORTATION

CR-131	Resolution 13-78, CD1

	Recognizing and supporting the Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association for their efforts in preparing for the designation of Waikiki – Kauhale O Ho‘okipa as a Hawaii State and National Scenic Byway.

	FOR ADOPTION



INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND HUMAN SERVICES

CR-132	Resolution 13-81, CD1

	Urging the State Legislature to withhold action on any legislation that contemplates the sale, development, or redevelopment of all land owned by the City and used by the State Department of Education and urging the State to return to the City any City-owned land used by the State Department of Education upon the cessation of public education use of such land.

	FOR ADOPTION

3. BALANCE OF COMMITTEE REPORTS

EMLACR-116	To request authorization to settle a claim against the City and County of Honolulu by the Environmental Protection Agency, Region IX, and the United States Department of the Navy, in connection with the CERCLA cleanup of Waipahu Ash Landfill.



BCR-124	Real property tax compromise of $27,946.04 for His Highest Praise International. (D‑216)



	FOR ADOPTION

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

5. NEW BUSINESS

6. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE/EXECUTIVE SESSION

7. RECESS

8. RECONVENE – 2 P.M.

9. EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEM(S)

10. ORDER OF THE DAY – AFTERNOON CALENDAR

APPOINTMENTS – PUBLIC HEARING

MAYOR’S CABINET

a. Nelson H. Koyanagi, Jr., Director, Department of Budget and Fiscal Services (Budget)

MM-58	From Mayor Kirk Caldwell, requesting confirmation of Nelson H. Koyanagi, Jr. as Director of the Department of Budget and Fiscal Services who will be serving a temporary commission on May 1, 2013, and expiring upon his permanent appointment.


b. Nicole A. Velasco, Executive Secretary, Neighborhood Commission (Intergovernmental Affairs and Human Services)

MM-59	From Mayor Kirk Caldwell, requesting confirmation of Nicole A. Velasco as Executive Secretary of the Neighborhood Commission, who will be serving a temporary commission on May 6, 2013, and expiring upon her permanent appointment.


BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

c. Michael S. Yamaguchi, Liquor Commission (Budget)

MM-61	From Mayor Kirk Caldwell, appointing Michael S. Yamaguchi as a member of the Liquor Commission for a term to expire on December 31, 2017.

APPOINTMENT – PUBLIC HEARING/ADOPTION

ZONING AND PLANNING

CR-129	Resolution 13-72

	Relating to the appointment of Stanley N. Sato to the Zoning Board of Appeals. (MM-47)

	FOR ADOPTION

SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING

PUBLIC SAFETY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

CR-108	Bill 24

	Relating to smoking. (Amending the listing of places not subject to the prohibition on smoking in certain places.)

	PASS SECOND READING



CR-109	Bill 25, CD1

	Relating to smoking. (Amending the prohibition of smoking in certain places.)

	PASS SECOND READING, AS AMENDED

EXECUTIVE MATTERS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS

CR-113	Bill 27, CD1

	Relating to City forms. (Facilitating public access.)

	PASS SECOND READING, AS AMENDED


BUDGET

CR-119	Bill 22

	Relating to the County highway user fee. (Establishing a County highway user fee.)

	PASS SECOND READING


CR-120	Bill 26

	Relating to real property taxation. (Addressing agricultural dedications for real property taxation purposes.)

	PASS SECOND READING


PUBLIC WORKS AND SUSTAINABILITY

CR-125	Bill 23

	Relating to sidewalks. (Providing expressly that the City may construct sidewalks solely with City funds.)

	PASS SECOND READING

11. ANNOUNCEMENTS

12. ADJOURNMENT

Zoning and Planning Committee May 16 2013

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PSED/IAHS Joint Committee May 16 2013

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IAHS Committee May 16 2013

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PWS Committee May 15 2013

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Budget Committee May 15 2013

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EMLA Committee May 14 2013

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Special Budget Committee May 9 2013

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Parks Committee May 14 2013

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PSED Committee May 14 2013

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Special Transportation Committee May 7 2013

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IAHS Committee April 25 2013

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Transportation Committee April 25 2013

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Zoning and Planning Committee April 25 2013

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PWS Committee April 24 2013

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Budget Committee April 24 2013

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EMLA Committee April 23 2013

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PSED Committee April 23 2013

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Parks Committee April 23 2013

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IAHS Committee Feb 28 2013

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FOR APPROVAL

MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 14, 2013

FOR ACTION

1. RESOLUTION 13-43 - NOMINATION OF PAMELA A. WITTY-OAKLAND AS DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES. Confirming Pamela A. Witty-Oakland as the Director of the Department of Community Services. (Public hearing held 2/20/13)

Related communications:

MM-10 From Mayor Kirk Caldwell, requesting Council’s confirmation of Pamela A. Witty-Oakland and notifying Council of the temporary commission of Ms. Witty-Oakland to the Department of Community Services.

MM-26 From Mayor Kirk Caldwell, transmitting personal information for Pamela A. Witty-Oakland.

2. RESOLUTION 13-32 – INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII FOR A GRANT TO ASSIST WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF OUTDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES AT ALA WAI COMMUNITY PARK. Authorizing the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu, or his designated representative to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Hawaii for a grant to assist with the construction of outdoor recreation facilities at AlaWai Community Park. (transmitted by Communication D-54)

3. RESOLUTION 13-33 - INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII FOR A GRANT TO ASSIST WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF OUTDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES AT EWA MAHIKO DISTRICT PARK. Authorizing the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu, or his designated representative to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Hawaii for a grant to assist with the construction of outdoor recreation facilities atEwa Mahiko Park. (transmitted by Communication D-55)

4. RESOLUTION 13-39 – INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF LABOR. Authorizing the Mayor or the Mayor’s designee to apply for and, if approved, accept and expend funds from the United States Department of Labor (USDOL) under the Youthbuild Honolulu Program and to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the United States Department of Labor for said funds. (transmitted by Communication D-84)

5. RESOLUTION 13-40 – INTERGOVERMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, OFFICE OF YOUTH SERVICES (OYS). Authorizing the Mayor or the Mayor’s designee to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Hawaii Department of Human Services, Office of Youth Services (OYS) to implement the Juvenile Justice Center. (transmitted by Communication D-85)

6. RESOLUTION 13-41 – ALTERNATE SOLUTIONS TO ASSIST HOMELESS PERSONS IN HONOLULU. Urging the Department of Community Services and the Office of Housing to determine the feasibility of establishing alternative solutions to assist homeless persons in Honolulu.

Transportation Committee Feb 28 2013

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Here’s audio from the February 28 2013 Committee on Transportation Meeting of the Honolulu City Council. Click “Read the Rest” for the Agenda or click here to open it in a new window.

FOR DISCUSSION

1. BUS SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS

Presentation by the Department of Transportation Services on revised bus service levels.

Budget Committee February 27 2013

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Here’s audio from the February 27 2013 Budget Committee Meeting of the Honolulu City Council. Click “Read the Rest” for the Agenda or click here to open it in a new window.

FOR ACTION

1. BILL 4 (2013), CD1 – RELATING TO GRANTS IN AID FUND. Creating a fund to receive and expend monies to be used by the City to award grants in aid to federal income tax exempt non-profit organizations. (Bill 4 (2013), CD1 passed second reading and public hearing held 02/20/13)

FOR DISCUSSION

2. TOWING CONTRACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TOWING SERVICES, INCLUDING:

a. Storage Lots

b. Equipment Quantity and Response Timeliness

c. Overcharging

PWS Committee Feb 27 2013

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Here’s audio from the February 27 2013 Committee on Public Works and Sustainability Meeting of the Honolulu City Council. Click “Read the Rest” for the Agenda or click here to open it in a new window.

FOR ACTION

1. BILL 71 (2012), CD1 – STREET LIGHTING. Amending the requirements for City or City-approved street lighting fixtures to minimize light pollution and glare. (Bill passed second reading and public hearing on 12/5/12; Bill was deferred in Committee on 2/13/13)

INFORMATIONAL BRIEFING

2. ENVISTA SOFTWARE SYSTEM.

PSED Committee Feb 26 2013

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Here’s audio from the February 26 2013 Committee on Public Safety and Economic Development Meeting of the Honolulu City Council. Click “Read the Rest” for the Agenda or click here to open it in a new window.

FOR APPROVAL

MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 12, 2013 COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MEETING

FOR ACTION

1. BILL 72 (2012) – RELATING TO SMOKING. Amending the prohibition of smoking in certain places. (Bill 72 passed second reading and public hearing held 12/5/12; deferred in Committee 2/12/13)

2. RESOLUTION 13-28 – APPOINTING MAYOR KIRK CALDWELL TO THE POSITION OF DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF CIVIL DEFENSE. Appointing
Mayor Kirk Caldwell, the city’s senior elected county official, as deputy director of state civil defense for the City and County of Honolulu. (Transmitted by
Communication MM-23)

3. BILL 78 (2012) – PALMISTRY. Repealing the City’s regulation of palmistry. (Bill 78 passed second reading and public hearing held 2/20/13)

4. BILL 7 (2013) – NUISANCES ON PUBLIC SIDEWALKS. Authorizing the summary removal by the city of public nuisances from the sidewalk. (Bill 7 passed first reading 2/20/13)

Parks Committee Feb 26 2013

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Here’s audio from the February 26 2013 Committee on Parks Meeting of the Honolulu City Council. Click “Read the Rest” for the Agenda or click here to open it in a new window.

FOR APPROVAL

MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 12, 2013 REGULAR MEETING

FOR ACTION

1.	RESOLUTION 13-38 – NOMINATION OF TONI P. ROBINSON AS THE DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION. Relating to the nomination of Toni P. Robinson as Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu. (Public hearing held on 2/20/13.)

2.	RESOLUTION 13-1 – EBT TERMINALS AT OPEN MARKETS. Requesting the City Administration to provide Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) point-of-sale terminals at the City’s People’s Open Market program venues to assist low-income families in purchasing fresh and healthy foods.

3.	RESOLUTION 13-27 – AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CUSTOMER SERVICES’ MOTOR VEHICLE, LICENSING AND PERMITS PROGRAM. Requesting the City Auditor to audit the Department of Customer Services’ Motor Vehicle, Licensing and Permits Program.

4.	BILL 8 – PUBLIC PARKS. Addressing activities at City parks. (Bill passed first reading on 2/20/13.)