Hawaii County, HI
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Hawaii CountyHI averageUS Census ACS
Municipal budget
Total revenue$885.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$784.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$617.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$661.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,867 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20251,230 housing units ($520.8M)
Recent meetings
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Hawaii County Council
Council to vote on doubling open space fund to 0.5% of property tax revenue
The Hawaii County Council will hold a second reading of a charter amendment to increase the annual allocation for the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation fund from 0.25% to 0.5% of real property tax revenue (Bill 165). Other major actions include first readings of bills to establish a formal County Disaster Recovery Program (Bill 157), create a new real property tax dedication for ancestral lands (Bill 163), and rezone the Downtown Pāhoa area as a special district (Bill 126). The council will also consider several resolutions, including a $142,000 grant for Kīlauea eruption recovery and extensions of EPA consent agreements for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation.
- Second reading of charter amendment (Bill 165) to double open space fund allocation from 0.25% to 0.5% of property tax revenue
- First reading of Bill 157 establishing a County Disaster Recovery Program with a recovery officer
- First reading of Bill 163 creating a real property tax dedication for properties owned by descendants who held the land for at least 100 years
- Resolution 586-26 awarding $142,000 in Kīlauea Recovery Grant funds to Pōhaku Pelemaka
- Resolutions 592-26 and 593-26 authorizing amended EPA consent agreements for wastewater and cesspool projects
zoningreal-property-taxdisaster-recoveryepagrantsopen-spacehousing
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HOLEKA GORO INABA
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
44th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
July 8, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login informa …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee
Council considers updates to public access and natural resource preservation rules
The Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee will review nominations for county commissions and agreements with the USDA. The body is also considering a bill to change how the county identifies and acquires lands for public access and natural resource preservation.
- Bill 169: Amends rules for ranking and acquiring lands for public access and natural resource preservation
- Res. 594-26: Agreement with USDA for wildlife damage management at Hilo solid waste and wastewater facilities
- Res. 595-26: Agreement with USDA for cost sharing to purchase a conservation easement for Kealoha Family Lo‘i
- Comm. 946: Nomination of Shawna Kaulukukui to the Hawai‘i County Cultural Resources Commission
- Comm. 947: Nomination of Jonathan Zeichner to the Hāmākua Community Development Plan Action Committee
environmentland-useappointmentswildlifeconservation
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JENN KAGIWADA
Chair & Presiding Officer
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
37th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
July 7, 2026
9:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development
Committee to consider zoning change for data centers vs. data processing
The Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development will discuss and potentially advance Bill 170, which amends the Hawaii County Code to distinguish data centers from data processing facilities for zoning purposes and defines 'data center.' Only this bill is on the agenda, alongside procedural items.
- Bill 170: Amends Chapter 25, Article 1 of the Hawaii County Code to separate data centers from data processing facilities in zoning regulations and add a definition for 'data center'.
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ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
Chair & Presiding Officer
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALI‘I-KLEINFELDER
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
POLICY COMMITTEE ON PLANNING,
LAND USE, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
26th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
July 7, 2026
11:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee
Committee will consider Bill 168 to rezone parcels in North Kona
The Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee will consider Bill 168, which repeals multiple existing ordinances and amends the North Kona and Kailua Urban zoning maps. The bill changes the district classification of about 6,467 acres, converting portions of Village Commercial and Multiple‑Family Residential to Double‑Family Residential and Agricultural zones at Hienaloli 4th‑6th, North Kona. The committee will hear public statements on the item before voting.
- Bill 168 repeals Ordinance Nos. 19-38, 09-50, 09-49, 06-138, 06-137, 95-118, 92-36, 90-10, 86-49, 533 (1980), and 594 (1973)
- Amends Chapter 25, Article 8, Section 25-8-3 (North Kona Zoning Map) and Section 25-8-5 (Kailua Urban Zoning Map)
- Changes 3.331 acres from Village Commercial (CV‑7.5) to Double‑Family Residential (RD‑3.75)
- Changes 3.227 acres from Multiple‑Family Residential (RM‑2.5) to Unplanned zoning district
- Location: north side of Hualālai Road, ~1,000 ft east of Kuakini Highway, Hienaloli 4th‑6th, North Kona
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HEATHER L. KIMBALL
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATIVE
APPROVALS AND ACQUISITIONS
27th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
July 7, 2026
11:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the reg …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee
Committee reviews multiple affordable‑housing and audit reports
The Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee will receive and discuss four reports. These include a quarterly affordable‑housing report for Jan 1 – Mar 31 2026, a follow‑up audit of affordable‑housing credits, a compliance review of WAIWAI nonprofit grants for fiscal year 2024‑2025, and a review of the County Auditor’s quality‑control system for July 1 2022 – June 30 2025. No formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda. Public testimony may be submitted in writing or via Zoom by the deadlines noted.
- Comm. 35.7 – Quarterly Affordable Housing Report (Jan 1 – Mar 31 2026)
- Comm. 941.1 – Follow‑up audit of Office of Housing and Community Development affordable housing credits, Report No. 2026‑01
- Comm. 942.1 – WAIWAI nonprofit grants compliance review for FY 2024‑2025
- Comm. 943 – Review of County Auditor’s Quality Control System (July 1 2022 – June 30 2025)
affordable-housingauditcompliancecouncil-oversightreports
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MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
Chair & Presiding Officer
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMUNICATIONS, REPORTS,
AND COUNCIL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
21st Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
July 7, 2026
12:30 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee reviews $137,903 public improvement bond issuance
The Hawaii County Finance Committee will receive reports on fund transfers for May 1‑15 and May 16‑31, 2026, a donation report from the Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation, and a supplemental summary of bonded indebtedness that includes a $137,903 public improvement bond reimbursable by Improvement District 21 Iki Place Subdivision lot owners. The meeting is conducted via interactive conference technology with public testimony options. No decisions are indicated in the agenda; items appear to be informational reports.
- Report of fund transfers authorized May 1‑15, 2026 (Comm. 23.37)
- Report of fund transfers authorized May 16‑31, 2026 (Comm. 23.38)
- Report of donations from the Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation (Comm. 27.5)
- Supplemental summary of bonded indebtedness, including $137,903 public improvement bonds for Improvement District 21 Iki Place Subdivision (Comm. 938)
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MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Chair & Presiding Officer
JAMES E. HUSTACE
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
39th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
July 7, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain mee …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Hawaii County Council
Council to consider doubling open space fund allocation to 0.5% of property tax revenue
The council will hold first readings on a charter amendment to increase the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation fund from 0.25% to 0.5% of real property tax revenue and a bill establishing a County Disaster Recovery Program. Final readings include authorizing eminent domain for Government Beach Road widening and approving $2.5 million in nonprofit grants. The council also will vote on a $500,000 grant for Kona Low storm recovery, donations for fire department medical exams, and a rule requiring Native Hawaiian Law training for members.
- Bill 165: Charter amendment to double annual open space fund from 0.25% to 0.5% of real property tax revenue, remove accrual limit, and allow grant awards (first reading).
- Res. 567-26: Final reading to authorize eminent domain for private property at TMK 1-5-009:012 and 058 for Government Beach Road widening in Puna.
- Res. 589-26: Awards $2,515,000 in Waiwai Nonprofit Grants-in-Aid to 62 programs for FY 2026-2027.
- Res. 576-26: Accepts $500,000 state grant for the Kona Low Business Recovery Program for small businesses damaged by the storm.
- Bill 157: First reading to establish a County Disaster Recovery Program led by a recovery officer appointed by the mayor.
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HOLEKA GORO INABA
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
43rd Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
June 17, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development
Committee considers new Downtown Pāhoa Commercial zoning district
The Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development will discuss three bills regarding the Pāhoa area. These include the creation of a new special zoning district and updates to design guidelines.
- Bill 124: Rezones areas in Pāhoa from Village Commercial (CV-10) and Single-Family Residential (RS-10) to Downtown Pāhoa Commercial (DPC) at Waiakahilu
- Bill 125: Amends regulations and procedures for the Pāhoa Village Design District and Design Review Committee
- Bill 126: Creates the Downtown Pāhoa commercial district as a new special zoning district with new permitted uses
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ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
Chair & Presiding Officer
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALI‘I-KLEINFELDER
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
POLICY COMMITTEE ON PLANNING,
LAND USE, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
25th Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
June 16, 2026
12:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via
interactive conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council
Members will be participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiico …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee
Council considers EPA extensions for wastewater and cesspool projects
The Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee will review agreements with the EPA to extend deadlines for several water infrastructure projects. The committee will also consider a nomination to the Fire Commission and a bill regarding the Housing Administrator position.
- Res. 592-26: Five-year extension for Kula‘imano and three-year extension for Pāpaʻikou Waste Water Treatment Plan projects
- Res. 593-26: Two-year extension for Pāhala and five-year extension for Nā‘ālehu Large-Capacity Cesspools Closure projects
- Comm. 932: Nomination of Eric Inouye to the Fire Commission
- Bill 164: Proposed requirement for Council confirmation of the Housing Administrator
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JENN KAGIWADA
Chair & Presiding Officer
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
36th Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
June 16, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Finance Committee
Committee to consider new real property tax dedication for century-old family properties
The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several items, including a resolution awarding $142,000 in Kīlauea recovery grant funds and a bill creating a new real property tax dedication for properties owned by descendants of long-term owners. The bill would subject qualifying properties to the minimum tax. The committee will also receive a report on fund transfers authorized in April 2026.
- Resolution 586-26: Awards $142,000 from the Kīlauea Recovery Grant Program to Pōhaku Pelemaka for disaster relief and resilience related to the 2018 eruption.
- Bill 163: Amends Chapter 19, Article 8 of the Hawaiʻi County Code to establish a new real property tax dedication for properties owned by a descendant of a person who owned the property at least 100 years ago, subject to the minimum tax.
- Communication 23.36: Report of fund transfers authorized April 16–30, 2026, from the Controller.
- Motion on Bill 163: Council Member Hustace moved, seconded by Council Member Onishi, to recommend passage on first reading.
- Public testimony is accepted via Zoom or written submission by noon on June 15, 2026.
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MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Chair & Presiding Officer
JAMES E. HUSTACE
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
38th Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
June 16, 2026
10:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the reg …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Hawaii County Council - Special Meeting
Council to vote on $976M operating budget for FY 2026-2027
The County Council will hold second and final readings of Bill 135 (operating budget) and Bill 136 (capital improvements budget) for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026. Proposed amendments include $25,000 for dangerous dog signage, a $16.8 million increase in real property tax revenue with transfers to public access funds, and a $7 million addition for a community center at Spencer Kalani Schutte District Park.
- Bill 135 (Draft 3) sets operating revenues at $976,408,620 and appropriations at $975,980,388
- Amendment from Council Member Kagiwada adds $25,000 for Dangerous Dog Signage
- Amendment from Council Member Inaba increases Real Property Taxes by $16,800,000 and adjusts transfers to Public Access/Open Space funds
- Bill 136 (Draft 3) appropriates $380,200,000 for public improvements, with $292,500,000 from bonds
- Amendment from Council Member Hustace adds $7 million to the Spencer Kalani Schutte District Park New Community Center project
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HOLEKA GORO INABA
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
42nd Session
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY COUNCIL
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
June 4, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon, Wednesday,
June 3, 2026.
Submitting …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
Hawaii County Council
Council to consider charter amendment creating hybrid council-manager government
The council will take a first reading of Bill 158, which would convert the county to a hybrid council-manager system, and Bill 159 for biennial budgeting (negative committee vote). A final reading is set for Bill 66, adopting the General Plan 2045. Other items include an eminent domain resolution for Government Beach Road and a bill to delay the effective date of transient accommodations ordinance.
- Bill 158 (first reading): Charter amendment to create hybrid council-manager government (requires 2/3 vote, three readings)
- Bill 66 (final reading): Adoption of General Plan 2045
- Res. 567-26: Authorizes eminent domain for Government Beach Road widening in Puna
- Bill 166: Delays effective date of transient accommodations ordinance to September 1, 2026
- Res. 569-26: Three-year lease for Public Works warehouse at 73-4081 Hulikoa Drive, initial $3,240/month
charter-amendmentgeneral-planbudgetgovernment-structuretransient-accommodationseminent-domainpolicegrants
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HOLEKA GORO INABA
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
41st Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
June 3, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon, Tuesday,
June 2, …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to consider real property tax dedication for ancestral properties
The Committee on Finance will discuss a bill to establish a new real property tax dedication for properties owned by descendants of owners from at least 100 years ago. The body will also consider a resolution for accepting noncapitalized donations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.
- Bill 163: Amends real property taxes to allow certain ancestral properties to be subject to the minimum tax
- Res. 575-26: Authorizes acceptance of securities or personal property donations not covered by capitalization procedures for FY 2026-2027
- Comm. 24.35: Report of change orders authorized April 1–15, 2026
- Comm. 24.36: Report of change orders authorized April 16–30, 2026
- Comm. 574.2: Second quarter report of noncapitalized donations for January 1–March 31, 2026
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MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Chair & Presiding Officer
JAMES E. HUSTACE
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
37th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
June 2, 2026
11:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee
Committee considers $500,000 grant for Kona Low business recovery
The Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee will review nominations for the Liquor Commission and Board of Appeals. The body is also discussing a grant for storm-damaged businesses and changes to funding for public access and natural resources.
- Res. 576-26: $500,000 grant for Kona Low Business Recovery Program
- Bill 165: Increase real property tax revenue allocation for Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation from 0.25% to 0.5%
- Comm. 910: Nomination of Tristie Licoan to the Liquor Commission
- Comm. 911: Nomination of Anna Liu to the Board of Appeals
- Bill 164: Requirement for Council confirmation of the Housing Administrator
economic-recoveryappointmentstax-revenuenatural-resourceshousing
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JENN KAGIWADA
Chair & Presiding Officer
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
35th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
June 2, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Policy Committee on Health, Safety, and Well-Being
Committee considers establishing a County Disaster Recovery Program
The Policy Committee on Health, Safety, and Well-Being will meet to discuss Bill 157. This bill proposes creating a County Disaster Recovery Program to coordinate recovery efforts after major disasters.
- Bill 157: Amends Chapter 7 of the Hawai‘i County Code 1983 to establish a County Disaster Recovery Program led by a mayor-appointed recovery officer
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DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Chair and Presiding Officer
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i, 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALI‘I-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
POLICY COMMITTEE ON HEALTH,
SAFETY, AND WELL-BEING
9th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
June 2, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway,
Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Policy Committee on Public Works and Mass Transit
Committee to consider paid parking signage requirements
The Policy Committee on Public Works and Mass Transit will consider Bill 162, which would amend the county code to establish signage requirements for paid parking facilities, including rate schedules, additional fees, hours of operation, and towing procedures. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Bill 162: Adds new article to Chapter 3 of the Hawai‘i County Code requiring signage for paid parking facilities with rate schedules, fee notices, hours, and towing info; introduced by Council Member Villegas.
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JAMES E. HUSTACE
Chair & Presiding Officer
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALI‘I-KLEINFELDER
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
POLICY COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC WORKS
AND MASS TRANSIT
15th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
June 2, 2026
2:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please conta …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee
Committee to discuss Ali‘i Drive sewer extension update
The Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee will hear a communication from Council Member Villegas requesting an update and discussion with the Department of Environmental Management and the Administration on the proposed Ali‘i Drive sewer extension project. No other substantive business is scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Comm. 906: Request for update and discussion on the proposed Ali‘i Drive sewer extension project with the Department of Environmental Management and Administration
sewerinfrastructureenvironmental-managementali‘i-drivehawaii-county-councilpublic-works
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MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
Chair & Presiding Officer
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMUNICATIONS, REPORTS,
AND COUNCIL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
20th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
June 2, 2026
1:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contac …
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Thu May 21, 2026
Hawaii County Council - Special Meeting
Council to set property tax rates and adopt $976M operating budget
The Council will vote on Res. 574-26, which sets real property tax rates for FY 2026-2027, including lowering the Affordable Rental Housing and Homeowner rate to $5.75 per $1,000, increasing Residential Tier Two to $14.50, and adding new tiers. It will also consider the final operating budget (Bill 135, Draft 2) with $976.4 million in revenues and $975.9 million in appropriations, and the capital budget (Bill 136, Draft 2) for 44 projects totaling $375.7 million. Two proposed amendments seek $2 million for the Waikōloa Gymnasium and $1 million for the Lindsey Road Extension.
- Res. 574-26: Sets real property tax rates for FY 2026-2027 – Affordable Rental/Homeowner lowered to $5.75, Residential Tier Two increased to $14.50, Tier Three set at $17, Long-Term Rental at $7.75 per $1,000 net valuation.
- Bill 135 (Draft 2): Operating budget of $975,980,388 in appropriations with $976,408,620 in estimated revenues for FY 2026-2027.
- Bill 136 (Draft 2): Capital budget of $375,700,000 for 44 projects, funded by federal/state grants, bonds, and private funds.
- Proposed amendment (Memo No. 1): Reappropriate $2 million for the Parks Department’s Waikōloa Gymnasium project.
- Proposed amendment (Memo No. 2): Add $1 million for the Lindsey Road Extension project.
budgettax-ratesproperty-taxcapital-improvementspublic-workshousing
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HOLEKA GORO INABA
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
40th Session
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HAWAI‘I COUNTY COUNCIL
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
May 21, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registratio …
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Wed May 20, 2026
Hawaii County Council
Council considers $25.3 million contract for Hawaii Fire Fighters Association
The Hawaii County Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions involving public funding, land acquisition, and internal rule changes. Key items include a multi-year firefighters' contract and various community grants.
- Res. 550-26: Estimated $25,292,860 for Hawaii Fire Fighters Association contract (2025-2029)
- Res. 548-26: $477,266.50 in stewardship grants for four nonprofit organizations
- Res. 549-26: Up to $550,000 annually for 20 years for Kinoʻole Senior Residences vouchers
- Res. 551-26: $150,000 grant for coffee berry borer and coffee leaf rust pesticide subsidy
- Res. 552-26: Acquisition of approximately 1.26 acres of land at Kōkua Kealakekua
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HOLEKA GORO INABA
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
39th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
May 20, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login informa …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee
Eminent domain for Government Beach Road widening
The committee will vote on Resolution 567-26 authorizing acquisition by eminent domain of private properties at Keonepoko Iki, Puna, for Government Beach Road improvements. Other items include forming an ad hoc committee and a permitted interaction group to review Waiwai Nonprofit Grants-in-Aid for FY2026-27, and a motion to close file on a related postponed communication.
- Resolution 567-26 authorizes eminent domain for portions of TMK: 1-5-009:012 and 058 in Keonepoko Iki for widening Government Beach Road
- Comm. 752 requests formation of an ad hoc committee to review FY2026-27 Waiwai Nonprofit Grants-in-Aid applications
- Comm. 752.1 is a postponed communication with a motion to close file
- Comm. 752.2 transmits recommendations for Waiwai Nonprofit Grant Organizations for FY2026-2027
- Comm. 904 requests formation of a permitted interaction group to evaluate the Waiwai Grants process and propose code amendments
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HEATHER L. KIMBALL
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATIVE
APPROVALS AND ACQUISITIONS
26th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
May 19, 2026
11:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Finance Committee
Committee to consider biennial budget charter amendment
The Finance Committee will consider a charter amendment (Bill 159) to establish biennial operating and capital budgets for the County. The agenda also includes a resolution authorizing a three-year lease for warehouse space at 73-4081 Hulikoa Drive and two budget amendments transferring revenues to Public Access/Open Space Preservation and Disaster/Emergency funds. Routine reports on fund transfers, change orders, and the real property assessment certification ($56.85 billion total net taxable value) are also on the agenda.
- Bill 159: Charter amendment to establish biennial budgeting (initial adoption odd-numbered years, supplemental even-numbered years)
- Res. 569-26: Authorizes lease with Geo Investment Co. for warehouse space at 73-4081 Hulikoa Drive, ~$3,240/month first year
- Bill 160: Appropriates $1,125,000 from Real Property Tax Penalties to Public Access/Open Space Preservation accounts
- Bill 161: Appropriates $443,775.57 from Fund Balance for Public Access/Open Space and Disaster/Emergency Fund
- Comm. 887: Real Property Assessment Certification for 2026-2027 tax year, total net taxable value $56,854,635,650
financebudgetcharter-amendmentbiennial-budgetwarehouse-leasereal-property-taxpublic-access
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MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Chair & Presiding Officer
JAMES E. HUSTACE
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
36th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
May 19, 2026
1:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon, …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Policy Committee on Public Works and Mass Transit
Committee considers regulating parking rates in Kailua Village
The Policy Committee on Public Works and Mass Transit will meet to discuss a bill regarding paid parking. The committee is considering a proposal to regulate rates at private parking facilities in Kailua Village.
- Bill 132: Amends Chapter 6 of the Hawai‘i County Code to add an article relating to paid parking facilities in Kailua Village
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JAMES E. HUSTACE
Chair & Presiding Officer
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALI‘I-KLEINFELDER
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
POLICY COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC WORKS
AND MASS TRANSIT
14th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
May 19, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please conta …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Policy Committee on Health, Safety, and Well-Being
Committee considers establishing a County Disaster Recovery Program
The Policy Committee on Health, Safety, and Well-Being is meeting to discuss Bill 157. This proposal would create a program to coordinate short- and long-term recovery efforts after major disasters.
- Bill 157: Amends Chapter 7 of the Hawai‘i County Code 1983 to establish a County Disaster Recovery Program
disaster-recoverypublic-safetyordinance
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DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Chair and Presiding Officer
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i, 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALI‘I-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
POLICY COMMITTEE ON HEALTH,
SAFETY, AND WELL-BEING
8th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
May 19, 2026
4:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway,
Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Hawaii County Council - Public Hearing (Real Property Tax Rates)
Council will consider new real property tax rates for FY 2026‑2027
The Hawaii County Council will hold a public hearing on May 19, 2026 to consider real property tax rates for all property classes for the fiscal year July 1 2026 to June 30 2027. The council will review proposed rate changes for residential, commercial, agricultural and other classes, including new classifications for Residential Tier Three and Long‑Term Rental. Public comment will be accepted in person, by Zoom, or in writing by the specified deadlines.
- Proposed tax rate for Residential Tier One: increase from $11.10 to $12.10 per $1,000 net valuation (range $10.10‑$13.10)
- Proposed tax rate for Residential Tier Two: increase from $13.60 to $15.00 per $1,000 net valuation (range $12.60‑$16.00)
- New Residential Tier Three classification: proposed rate $17.00 per $1,000 net valuation (low range $15.10)
- New Long‑Term Rental classification: proposed rate $7.75 per $1,000 net valuation (low range $6.75)
- Proposed rate change for Affordable Rental Housing and Homeowner classes: decrease from $5.95 to $5.75 per $1,000 net valuation (range $4.75‑$6.95)
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HAWAI‘I COUNTY COUNCIL – NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DATE: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
TIME: 5:30 p.m.
PLACE: Hawai‘i County Building
Council Chambers
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
Pursuant to Chapter 19, Article 11, Section 19-90, of the Hawai‘i County Code, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Council
of the County of Hawai‘i for the purpose of considering real property tax rates for all classes of real property in the County of Hawai‘i for fiscal year
July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive conference technology (ICT) pursuant to
Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be participating via ICT at the Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-
5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A, Kailua-Kona. Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following location: Pahoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pahoa Village Road. If a courtesy site is
unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to
complete the registration process and obtain meeting login information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon, Monday, May 18, 2026.
Submitting Written Testimony: To ensure timel …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Hawaii County Council - Public Hearing (Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budgets)
Council to hold public hearing on FY 2026-27 operating and capital budgets
The Hawaii County Council will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed Operating Budget (Bill 135) and Capital Budget (Bill 136) for fiscal year 2026-27. The operating budget proposes $975.9 million in net appropriations, with major spending in public safety, highways, and sanitation. The capital budget proposes $375.7 million for projects including wastewater systems, affordable housing, and road improvements. The council will accept public testimony before any decisions are made.
- Operating budget totals $975.9 million in net appropriations, with $221.9 million for public safety.
- Capital budget includes $40 million for Na'alehu Wastewater System improvements.
- $20 million proposed for Kukuiola Village Permanent Supportive Housing project.
- $16 million for Kilauea Avenue Safe Routes to School project in Waiakea.
- $14.5 million combined federal and general obligation bonds for Waianuenue Avenue Bridge modernization.
budgetpublic-hearingoperating-budgetcapital-budgetinfrastructurehousingwastewatercounty-council
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HAWAI‘I COUNTY COUNCIL – NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DATE: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
TIME: 5:00 p.m.
PLACE: Hawai‘i County Building
Council Chambers
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
Pursuant to Section 10-4 of the Hawai‘i County Charter, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Council of the County of Hawai‘i to consider the proposed Operating Budget and Capital
Budget for fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be participating
via ICT at the Kona Council Chambers, West Hawai‘i Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Building A, Kailua-Kona. Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following location: Pahoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pahoa Village Road. If a courtesy site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled hearing
will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process and obtain meeting login
information. Please contact our office to register by 12:00 noon, Monday, May 18, 2026.
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Tue May 19, 2026
Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee
Council considers charter amendment for hybrid council-manager government
The committee will discuss a charter amendment (Bill 158) that would restructure county government into a hybrid council-manager system, with an appointed manager overseeing some departments and an elected mayor overseeing others. It will also consider a bill requiring nonprofits to certify internal policies before receiving county grants (Bill 156), and a resolution authorizing a postal inspector task force agreement. Additionally, five mayoral nominations to various boards are up for confirmation.
- Bill 158: Charter amendment to create a hybrid council-manager government
- Bill 156: Requires nonprofits to certify policies on management, audits, nepotism, and conflicts of interest for county grants
- Res. 556-26: Authorizes intergovernmental agreement with USPS for Police Department task force officers
- Nomination of George Applegate to Banyan Drive Hawai‘i Redevelopment Agency
- Nomination of Jacob K. Andrews to Leeward Planning Commission
charter-amendmentgovernment-structurenonprofit-grantspolicenominationsethicswater-board
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JENN KAGIWADA
Chair & Presiding Officer
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
34th Session
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i
May 19, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Kona Council Chambers, West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle and
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
and obtain meeting login information. Please contact …
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Tue May 5, 2026
Hawaii County Council
Council considers land acquisition of 1,967.96 acres in Puna
The Hawaii County Council is meeting to decide on land acquisitions, budget appropriations for housing and infrastructure, and board nominations. The body will also consider the designation of a new park in Waimea.
- Res. 516-26: Acquisition of approximately 1,967.96 acres of land in Kumukahi, Puna
- Res. 517-26: $250,000 grant to University of Hawai‘i Big Island Invasive Species Committee
- Bill 151: $1,386,656 for Safe Routes to Waiākea School – Kīlauea Avenue Part 1 project
- Bill 148: Designation of Tax Map Key 6-6-001:010 as Laʻelaʻe Park in Waimea
- Bill 155: Appropriation of $1,977,568 from Federal Grants for HOME Investment Partnership
land-acquisitionbudgethousinginfrastructureparksenvironment
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HOLEKA GORO INABA
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
38th Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
May 5, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (808) 961-8255 to complete the registration process
an …
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Mon May 4, 2026
Government Operations and External Affairs Committee
Committee to consider charter amendment on County Auditor's powers
The Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a bill to amend the county charter to clarify the County Auditor's powers and allow appointment of a deputy. Resolutions would change council rules on permitted interaction groups, voting and disclosure of interest, and excused absences. Also up for consideration are a right-of-entry agreement for the Hakalau Stream Bridge Rehabilitation project and an intergovernmental agreement for pre-ordered lunches for senior citizens. An executive session on environmental management capital projects is requested.
- Bill 152: Charter amendment clarifying County Auditor's powers and allowing deputy appointment
- Res. 518-26: Repeals Rule 7, adds rule on permitted interaction groups replacing ad hoc committees
- Res. 544-26: Requires council members to leave during discussion/voting on matters where they disclosed interest
- Res. 546-26: Authorizes right-of-entry with State DOT for Hakalau Stream Bridge Rehabilitation (TMK: 2-9-002:080)
- Res. 547-26: Authorizes intergovernmental agreement with Ka‘ū Hospital for pre-ordered senior lunches
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JENN KAGIWADA
Chair & Presiding Officer
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
33rd Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
May 4, 2026
2:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or cal …
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Mon May 4, 2026
Legislative Approvals and Aquisitions Committee
Committee to consider land acquisition in South Kona using conservation fund
The Committee on Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions will decide on two resolutions: one to accept a roadway dedication in South Hilo, and another authorizing negotiations to acquire approximately 1.26 acres in South Kona using the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Fund. The committee will also receive a communication presenting five favorable recommendations for 2026 stewardship grants for county lands acquired through the same fund.
- Res. 503-26: Accepts dedication of a roadway lot (TMK: 2-8-007:085) at Pepe'ekeo and Makahanaloa, South Hilo, for public road purposes.
- Res. 552-26: Authorizes Finance Director to negotiate acquisition of lands or conservation easements for TMKs 8-1-009:007 and 008 (Kōkua Kealakekua, South Kona), about 1.26 acres, top priority per 2025 annual report, funded by Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Fund.
- Comm. 864: Applications for 2026 Stewardship Grants for county lands acquired through the preservation fund, with five favorable recommendations from Finance Director.
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HEATHER L. KIMBALL
Chair & Presiding Officer
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALIʻI-KLEINFELDER
ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATIVE
APPROVALS AND ACQUISITIONS
25th Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
May 4, 2026
11:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via interactive
conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council Members will be
participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicounty.gov or call (8 …
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Mon May 4, 2026
Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development
Committee to consider adoption of County of Hawai‘i General Plan 2045
The Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development will discuss the adoption of the General Plan 2045 and proposed changes to commercial parking regulations. The committee will review several proposed amendments to the general plan bill.
- Bill 66: Adopts the County of Hawai‘i General Plan 2045 and repeals Ordinance No. 05-025
- Bill 154: Removes commercial parking lots and garages as a permitted use in several zoning districts, including Downtown Hilo commercial
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ASHLEY L. KIERKIEWICZ
Chair & Presiding Officer
MICHELLE M. GALIMBA
Vice Chair
COUNTY COUNCIL
County of Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i County Building
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
JAMES E. HUSTACE
HOLEKA GORO INABA
JENN KAGIWADA
MATT KĀNEALI‘I-KLEINFELDER
HEATHER L. KIMBALL
DENNIS “FRESH” ONISHI
REBECCA VILLEGAS
Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
POLICY COMMITTEE ON PLANNING,
LAND USE, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
24th Session
West Hawai‘i Civic Center
74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Highway, Building A
Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
May 4, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Hawai‘i County Council will be conducting this meeting via
interactive conference technology (ICT) pursuant to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes §92-3.5. Council
Members will be participating via ICT at the:
• Hilo Council Chambers, Hawai‘i County Building, 25 Aupuni Street, First Floor, Room 1401
Members of the public may also attend from this location.
Public attendance via Courtesy Site is available at the following locations:
• Ocean View Community Association, 92-8924 Leilani Circle;
• Pāhoa Council Office, 15-2879 Pāhoa Village Road; and
• Waimea Council Office, Parker Square, 65-1279 Kawaihae Road, Suite 109.
If a Courtesy Site is unavailable and/or participation is disrupted, the scheduled meeting will continue.
Oral Public Testimony via Zoom: To provide oral testimony via Zoom, email
councilremotetestimony@hawaiicount …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 83 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Hawaii County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+943 people (+$117.2M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)13 ({"Fire": 12, "Hurricane": 5, "Earthquake": 3, "Volcanic Erup · last Sun Jul 26, 2026)
Traffic fatalities29 (8 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments4,400 (54,716 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,075/mo (3,109 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.4% (low numeracy 27% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$885.9M
Annual budget
$661.9M
Debt outstanding
1,230
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$885.9M
Spending$784.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$661.9M
Debt-to-revenue0.75×
Debt-load index57 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.