03/11/2008 Resolutions 2008-90RESOLUTION 2008-90
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island's labor agreement with the International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1597 (IBEW) will expire at midnight on September 30,
2008; and
WHEREAS, it is common practice for the City and the union to conduct salary and
benefit surveys to determine midpoint on negotiated issues; and
WHEREAS, it is a requirement of the City Procurement Code to obtain quotes for
any amount over $7,500; and
WHEREAS, Paul Essman of Capital City Concepts is the most viable source for these
services in the State of Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, the City's share of the cost of the services of Mr. Essman is estimated to
be $15,000 and requires approval of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the services of Mr. Essman will be needed for future union and non-
union surveys.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the proposal of Paul Essman of Capital City
Concepts to conduct salary and benefits surveys for labor agreement negotiations for the City of
Grand Island and the IBEW in the amount of approximately $15,000 is hereby approved and the
mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such contract on behalf of the City of Grand
Island.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City may use the services of Paul Essman of
Capital City Concepts for future union and non-union surveys.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 11, 2008.
Mitchell Nickerson, President
Grand Island City Council
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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March 10, 2008 n City Attorney