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Council adopts state fire code, approves EMS funding for Kailua‑Kona ambulance operations
Summary
The Hawaii County Council adopted the state fire code as the county code (Bill 107) and approved a $1.75 million State EMS grant (Bill 108) to open a Makalei Fire Station ambulance operation and fund six new positions. Both bills advanced after brief discussion and passed on the consent of the body.
The Hawaii County Council approved several measures on Jan. 7 that councilmembers said will bolster public safety across the island.
Bill 107 (second and final reading) adopts the State Fire Code as the County Fire Code and adds administrative procedures for enforcement, permits and inspections. The motion to approve Bill 107 at final reading was moved by Councilmember Houston and seconded by Councilmember Kirkwood; the…
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