07/28/2020 MinutesCITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
July 28, 2020
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Grand Island, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 100 East First
Street, on July 28, 2020. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent on
July 22, 2020.
Mayor Roger G. Steele called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following City Council
members were present: Mike Paulick, Justin Scott, Jeremy Jones, Mark Stelk, Jason Conley,
Vaughn Minton, Clay Schutz, Mitch Nickerson, and Chuck Haase. Councilmember Julie Hehnke
was absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Jerry Janulewicz, City
Clerk RaNae Edwards, Finance Director Patrick Brown, Interim City Attorney Stacy Nonhof and
Public Works Director John Collins.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Request from Leo's Market, LLC dba Leo's Market, 218 S. Wheeler Avenue
for a Class "D" Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards reported that an application for a
Class "D" Liquor License had been received from Leo's Market, LLC dba Leo's Market, 218 S.
Wheeler Avenue. Ms. Edwards presented the following exhibits for the record: application
submitted to the Liquor Control Commission and received by the City on June 30, 2020; notice
to the general public of date, time, and place of hearing published on July 18, 2020; notice to the
applicant of date, time, and place of hearing mailed on July 6, 2020. Staff recommended
approval contingent upon final inspections and completion of a state approved alcohol
server/seller training program. Dayrin Ramirez, 104 Lakeview Circle Apt. #7 was present to
answer questions. No further public testimony was heard.
Public Hearin o�equest from Havana Night, LLC dba Havana Ni�ht 1403 S. Eddv Street for
a Class "I" Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards reported that an application for a Class
"I" Liquor License had been received from Havana Night, LLC dba Havana Night, 1403 S. Eddy
Street. Ms. Edwards presented the following exhibits for the record: application submitted to the
Liquor Control Commission and received by the City on July 14, 2020; notice to the general
public of date, time, and place of hearing published on July 18, 2020; notice to the applicant of
date, time, and place of hearing mailed on July 14, 2020. Staff recommended approval
contingent upon final inspections and completion of a state approved alcohol server/seller
training program. Derek Mitchell, 102 North Locust Street, attorney for the applicant and
Thayris Manzano Gonzalez, 108 West 14�' Street was present to answer questions. No further
public testimony was heard.
Public Hearin on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 3860 S. Locust Street - Hooker Bros. Sand
& Gravel, Inc.. Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that acquisition of a utility easement
located at 3860 S. Locust Street was needed in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain,
and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. Hooker Bros. Sand & Gravel,
Inc. were putting on an addition to their maintenance building and an existing pad-mount
transformer needed to be relocated with underground electric service in the easement. The
proposed easement would allow the Utilities Department to install, access, operate, and maintain
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the electrical infrastructure at this location. Staff recommended approval. No public testimony
was heard.
Public Hearing on Proposed Blighted and Substandard Area 31 for 1.69 Acres located South of
South Street between Henrp Street and the Grand Island Bike Trail (John Baasch Augers�
Regional Planning Director Chad Nabity reported that John Baasch Augers, had commissioned a
Blight and Substandard Study for Proposed Redevelopment Area No. 31. The study was
prepared by Marvin Planning Associates of David City, Nebraska. This study was approximately
1.69 acres of property located south of South Street between Henry Street and the bike trail in
south central Grand Island. Staff recommended approval. Keith Marvin, David City, Nebraska
and Bradley Baasch, owner spoke in support. No further public testimony was heard.
Public Hearin on�ACquisition of Public Ri�ht-of-Wav for North Road- 13th Street to Highway 2
Roadwav Improvements; Proiect No. 2019-P-5 (CHT Grand Island NE Senior Livin ,g LLC-
3990 W Capital Avenue). Public Works Director John Collins reported that public right-of-way
was needed to accommodate the roadway improvements of North Road from just north of 13tn
Street to Highway 2. The property owner had signed the necessary documents to grant the
property. Staff recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Presentation of One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan and Capital
Improvement Projects. Finance Director Patrick Brown reported the 2020 expenses for projects
was $10,000,000 and the proposed 2021 expenses was $15,000,000.
following Capital projects were proposed for 2020/2021:
• Capital Avenue, Moores Creek to North Road -$1,090,000/$2,375,000
• Eddy Street Underpass Rehabilitation - $900,000/$1,057,000
• Custer Avenue Rehabilitation - $900,000/$3,695,700
• Annual Curb Ramp Installation — 155,000
Public Works Director John Collins presented the 2020/2021 Capital Projects. Reviewed were
the 2020 projects, projects funded by Sales Ta�c and projects funded by Gas Tax Money. The
• Webb Road Paving Assessment (City share) -$120,000
• Old Potash Highway, North Road to Webb Road -$7,875,000/$15,735,000
• Broadwell/UPRR Grade Separation - $125,000/$18,350,000
• North Road, Highway 2 to 13th Street -$2,540,000/$11,648,080
• North Road, 13�' Street to Old Potash Highway and North Road -$15,000/$4,595,296
• North Road; Old Potash Highway to Highway 30 -$15,000/$3,014,768
• North Moores Creek 80 Wetland Detention Design -$150,000/$1,700,000
• Northwest Flood Control Project - $490,500
• Moores Creek Drain Extension - $95,000/$245,000
• Capital Avenue Drainage - $250,000
• Platte Valley Industrial Park Outlet -$200,000/$600,000
• Capital Heights Drainage District - $300,000
• Misc. Drainage Improvements — Various Locations -$75,000
Total 2021 Capital Improvement Budget for projects funded by the Gas T� was $13,734,000
and projects funded by Sales Tax were $1,585,500 for a total of $15,319,500. Staff
recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
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ORDINANCES:
#9773 — Consideration of Annexing Property being Platted as Brooklyn Subdivision an
Addition to the City of Grand Island (Final Reading) (This item was pulled at the request
of the owner.)
Councilmember Minton moved "that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title
on three different days are suspended and that ordinances numbered:
#9777 - Consideration of Vacation of Utility Easements at 3860 S. Locust Street -
Hooker Bros. Sand & Gravel, Inc.
#9778 - Consideration of Vacation of Utility Easement at 3551 North U.S. Highway 281
- Grone's/Tilleys
#9779 - Consideration of Vacation of Public Utility Easement in Sterling Estates Tenth
Subdivision; 3793 Monarch Avenue (Starostka Group Unlimited, Inc.)
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be considered for passage on the same day upon reading by number only and that the City Clerk
be permitted to call out the number of these ordinances on second reading and then upon final
passage and call for a roll call vote on each reading and then upon final passage."
Councilmember Nickerson seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion
adopted.
#9777 - Consideration of Vacation of Utility Easements at 3860 S. Locust Street -
Hooker Bros. Sand & Gravel, Inc.
Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that there were two existing twenty (20) foot wide
utility easements located at 3860 S. Locust Street. The existing two 20' easements needed to be
vacated and a new 20' utility easement would be acquired for the existing underground electric
service for the addition of a maintenance building for Hooker Bros. Sand & Gravel, Inc. Staff
recommended approval.
Motion by Paulick, second by Stelk to approve Ordinance #9777.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9777 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9777 on second and final reading. All those in favor of the passage of
this ordinance on second and final reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted
aye. Motion adopted.
Mayor Steele: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon second and final
readings, Ordinance #9777 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by
law.
#9778 - Consideration of Vacation of Utility Easement at 3551 North U.S. Highway 281
- Grone's/Tilleys
Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that the overhead primary electrical line that went
through Lot Three (3), Pulte Second Subdivision (Grones at 3551 North U.S. Highway 281), had
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been converted to underground and relocated to the front of the lot. The portion of the remaining
easement consisted of overhead and underground lines and appurtenances. The vacation of this
easement would allow the business owner to proceed with future building expansion. Staff
recommended approval.
Motion by Haase, second by Conley to approve Ordinance #9778..
City Clerk: Ordinance #9778 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9778 on second and final reading. All those in favor of the passage of
this ordinance on second and final reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted
aye. Motion adopted.
Mayor Steele: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon second and final
readings, Ordinance #9778 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by
law.
#9779 - Consideration of Vacation of Public Utility Easement in Sterling Estates Tenth
Subdivision; 3793 Monarch Avenue (Starostka Group Unlimited, Inc.)
Public Works Director John Collins reported that the current property owner of 3793 Monarch
Avenue was requesting to vacate the public utility easement to allow for further development of
the area. There was no utility currently or proposed within this easement that would be affected
by the vacation. Staff recommended approval.
Motion by Stelk, second by Nickerson to approve Ordinance #9779.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9779 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9779 on second and final reading. All those in favor of the passage of
this ordinance on second and final reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted
aye. Motion adopted.
Mayor Steele: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon second and final
readings, Ordinance #9779 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by
law.
CONSENT AGENDA: Motion by Paulick, second by Stelk to approve the Consent Agenda.
Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Approving Minutes of July 14, 2020 City Council Re�ular Meetin�.
Approving Minutes of July 14, 2020 City Council Bud�et Work Session.
Approving Minutes of July 21, 2020 City Council Studv Session.
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f�pprovin� Re-Appointments of Jim Partington and Mike Spilinek to the Buildin Code
Advisory Board.
#2020-163 - Approving Request from Leo's Market, LLC dba Leo's Market LLC 218 S.
Wheeler Ave., for a Class "D" Liquor License and Liquor Manager Desi�nation for Da r��in
Ramirez, 104 Lakeview Circle Apt. #7, Grand Island, Nebraska.
#2020-164 - A� roving Request from Havana Night, LLC dba Havana Night 1403 S. EddX
Street, for a Class "I" Liquor License and Liquor Mana�er Designation for Thayris Manzano
Gonzalez, 108 West 14th Street.
#2020-165 - A�proving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Anthem Subdivision. It was
noted that Brian Levander, owner, had submitted the Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for
Anthem Subdivision located north of Westgate Road and east of North Road for the purpose of
creating 2 lots on 8.9 acres.
#2020-166 - A� roving Preliminary and Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Northwest
Gateway Subdivision. It was noted that Famos Construction, Inc., owner, had submitted the
Preliminary and Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Northwest Gateway Subdivision
located south of NE Hwy 2, west of Idaho Avenue and north of East Nevada Avenue for the
purpose of creating 151ots on 5.516 acres.
#2020-167 - Ap roving Bid Award - Turbine Valve Overhaul at Platte Generating Station - Fall
2020 with GE Steam Power, Inc. of Windsor, Connecticut in an Amount of $221,000.00.
#2020-168 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 3860 S. Locust Street - Hooker Bros.
Sand & Gravel, Inc..
#2020-169 - Approving the Adoption of 2020 Hall County Local Emergenc�perations Plan.
#2020-170 - Approving 2020-2021 Fee Schedule.
#2020-171 - Ap rp oving Amendment No. 1 to Engineering Consulting Agreement for Custer
Avenue- Forrest Street to Old Potash Highway Roadway Rehabilitation; Project No. 2019-P-13
with Olsson, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska for an Increase of $27,000.00 and a Revised
Contract Amount of $127,900.00.
#2020-172 - Approving Amendment No. 1 to En ing eering Consultin�Agreement for Eddy
Street Underpass Rehabilitation; Project No. 2019-U-1 with Olsson, Inc. of Grand Island,
Nebraska for an Increase of $67,570.00 and a Revised Contract Amount of $79,060.00.
#2020-173 - Approving Acquisition of Public Ri�ht-of-Wa,y for North Road- 13th Street to
Highway 2 Roadway Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (CHT Grand Island NE Senior
Living, LLC- 3990 W Capital Avenuel.
#2020-174 - A� rp oving Temporary Construction Easement for North Road- 13th Street to
Hi�hway 2 Roadwav Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (CHT Grand Island NE Senior
Living, LLC- 3990 W Capital Avenue).
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#2020-175 - Ap rp oving Chan�e Order No. 1 for Annual Pavement Markings for the Streets
Division of the Public Works Department with Straight-Line Striping Inc of Grand Island
Nebraska for an Increase of $15,000.00 and a Revised Contract Amount of $126 621 25
RESOLUITONS:
#2020-176 - Consideration of A� rp oving Proposed Blighted and Substandard Area 31 for 1 69
Acres located South of South Street between Henry Street and the Grand Island Bike Trail�John
Baasch Au eg rs). This item was related to the aforementioned Public Hearing. Discussion was
held regarding the condition of the property. John Baasch, 2408 Arrowhead Road answered
questions.
Motion by Haase, second by Jones to approve Resolution #2020-176. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Conley, Haase, Jones, Minton, Nickerson, Paulick, and Stelk voted aye.
Councilmembers Schutz and Scott voted no. Motion adopted.
#2020-177 - Consideration of A�proving the Revised City Fiscal Policies. Finance Director
Patrick Brown reported that the goals and obj ectives as stated in the 2006 fiscal policy manual
were still pertinent today and provided the basis for the update. There was an effort to condense
language, expand clarity, and bring concepts up to date, while maintaining the policy substance.
Staff recommended approval.
Comments were made regarding having a Fiscal Policy since 1992 and over the years have been
updated to keep up with the times. Mr. Brown answered questions regarding cash reserves/fund
balances. He stated in the General Fund they would like to keep 30% in reserves. This Fiscal
Policy was a guideline to be followed for fiscal responsibility. It was suggested that a range be
put in the policy instead of 30% for the cash reserves/fund balance.
Motion by Haase, second by Schutz to approve Resolution #2020-177.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Schutz to amend the policy that the city shall maintain the fund
balance of no less than 20% and no greater than 30%. Upon roll call vote, Councilmembers
Conley, Haase, Jones, Minton, Nickerson, Paulick, Scott, and Stelk voted aye. Councilmember
Schutz voted no. Motion adopted.
Discussion was held regarding the Enterprise Funds.
Upon roll call vote on the main motion, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2020-178 - Consideration of Ap roving to Retain the Services of a Bond Underwritin Fg irm
Finance Director Patrick Brown reported that Administration was wanting to explore the
refinancing of the Sewer, Water and Electric bonds by issuing a Request for Proposal or such
other method determined appropriate to obtain proposals from underwriting firms to serve as
underwriter under the guidance of the City's financial advisor. Staff recommended approval.
Motion by Haase, second by Conley to approve Resolution #2020-178. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
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#2020-179 - Consideration of Approvin� One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan and Capital
Improvement Projects. This item was related to the aforementioned Public Hearing. Discussion
was held regarding the road construction by the Fire. Mr. Collins stated there would be an exit
during construction of North Road. Broadwell Grade Separation was discussed. An overpass was
being planned which would take some time to construct.
Motion by Minton, second by Stelk to approve Resolution #2020-179. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2020-180 - Consideration of Approving Donation A�reement with JBS-USA for Hike Bike
Trail Expansion and Playground Improvements. Parks and Recreation Director Todd McCoy
reported that JBS had approached the City to provide $1,000,000 of funding to build a new
playground at the Veteran's Sports Complex and extend the existing beltline hike/bike trail
system. The funding for this project comes from a recent JBS Hometown Strong initiative to
support local communities. Staff recommended approval of the agreement.
JustinBstandig, 4139 Iowa Avenue spoke in support.
Motion by Minton, second by Nickerson to approve Resolution #2020-180. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Minton, second by Nickerson to approve the payment of claims for the period of July
15, 2020 through July 28, 2020 for a total amount of $5,605,725.94. Upon roll call vote, all voted
aye. Motion adopted.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:21 p.m.
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RaNae Edwards
City Clerk