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32 KIUC CURRENTS RELATING TO POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNTY CONTRACTS “Shall the County extend from six months to one year the timeframe prohibiting the County from entering into a contract with a former County employee or a firm that is represented by a former County employee, for those contracts where the former County employee participated in the subject matter while employed with the County?” Vote YES or NO Background: The Charter currently prohibits the County from entering into a contract with a former County employee or firm that is represented by a former employee for a period of six months where the former employee participated in the matter while employed with the County. Explanation: This proposed Charter amendment increases the timeframe from six months to one year in which the County is prohibited from entering into a contract with a former County employee or firm that is represented by a former employee where the former employee participated in the matter while employed with the County. (Emphasis added) RELATING TO DISCLOSURES “Shall any employee delegated to act on behalf of the Director or Deputy Director of Finance be required to file a disclosure statement with the County Board of Ethics?” Vote YES or NO Background: The Purchasing Agent is the only nonappointed County employee who is required to file a disclosure statement with the County Board of Ethics. Explanation: This proposed Charter amendment expands the requirement for those who must file a disclosure statement with the County Board of Ethics to include any County employee who is delegated to act on behalf of the Finance Director or Deputy Finance Director. The disclosure statement includes information on the employee’s employment, finances, business interests and real estate holdings. RELATING TO TIME EXTENSION FOR ETHICS ADVISORY OPINIONS “Shall the time in which the County Board of Ethics has to render advisory opinions be extended from 30 days to 45 days, which opinions shall be binding on the Board, unless changed or revoked by the Board?” Vote YES or NO Background: The Board of Ethics is currently required to render an advisory opinion within 30 days from the date of the initial request. Because the Board of Ethics typically meets monthly, it can be difficult to gather information and conduct the research necessary to render an advisory opinion within 30 days of the request date. Explanation: This proposed Charter amendment extends the time in which the Board of Ethics must render advisory opinions from 30 days to 45 days and requires such opinions to be binding on the Board until they are amended or revoked. For complete information on the Charter amendments please go to the County of Kaua'i’s Internet web site at www.kauai.gov/boardsandcommissions and click on the link to “Charter Review Commission” or contact the Office of Boards and Commissions at 808.241.4919. IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER: Oct. 4 – Last day to register to vote for the General Election Oct. 19 – Walk-in absentee polling places open for General Election Oct. 26 – Last day to request absentee mail ballots for General Election Oct. 30 – Last day to vote at walk-in absentee polling places TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2010 GENERAL ELECTION
Avoid tree and utility conflicts to keep your family safe and ensure reliable electric service to your home. The same trees that beautify your landscape and provide shade for your home can be responsible for serious danger to your family, and a potential problem with your family’s electrical service. Trees growing too close to electric lines are the primary cause of momentary short circuits and flickering lights. In the case of a storm, the limbs on those trees are likely to knock power lines out completely and create a threat to your safety. Overhead Lines Create a plan before you plant Overhead utility lines are the easiest to see and probably the ones we take most for granted. Although these lines look harmless enough, they can be extremely dangerous. Planting tallgrowing trees under and near these lines eventually requires KIUC to prune them to maintain safe clearance from the wires. This pruning may result in the tree having an unnatural appearance. Periodic pruning also can lead to a shortened life span for the tree. Trees that must be pruned away from power lines are under greater stress and are more susceptible to insects and disease. Small, immature trees planted today can become problem trees in the future. Tallgrowing trees near overhead lines can cause service interruptions when trees contact wires. Children or adults climbing in these trees can be severely injured or even killed if they come in contact with the wires. Proper selection and placement of trees in and around overhead utilities can eliminate potential public safety hazards, reduce expenses for utilities and their members, and improve the appearance of landscapes. By Anne Barnes MEMBER SERVICES Call Before You Dig Underground Lines Call Before You Dig! Trees are much more than just what you see overhead. Many times, the root area is larger than the branch spread above ground. Much of the utility service provided today runs below ground. Tree roots and underground lines often coexist without problems. However, trees planted near underground lines could have their roots damaged if the lines need to be dug up for repairs. The biggest danger to underground lines occurs during planting. Before you plant, make sure you are aware of the location of any underground utilities. To be certain you do not accidentally dig into any lines and risk serious injury or a costly service interruption, call Hawai‘i One Call Center tollfree at 1.866.423.7287 at least five days before you dig. Never assume these utility lines are buried deeper than you plan to dig. In some cases, utility lines are very close to the surface. Safer is Smarter To protect your family, your property and your power service, homeowners should keep trees trimmed away from power lines. If you have questions, contact KIUC at 246.4300. Remember … call before you dig! OCTOBER 2010 33
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