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12/19/2023 Minutes12/21 /23, 8:50 AM December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting CITY OF GRAND''� ISLAND December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes December 19, 2023 1) CALL TO ORDER Mayor Roger Steele called the meetin� to order at 7:00 p.m. 2) INVOCATION Pastor Tim Kilstrom, Spirit of Life Church, 2304 Macron Street 3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4) ROLL CALL The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Laura McAloon, City Clerk Jill Granere, Assistant City Administrator/Finance Director Patrick Brown, City Attorney Kari Fisk and Public Works Director Keith Kurz. The following City Council Members were present: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, and Jason Conley. 5) SUBMITTAL OF REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 6) RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS 7) PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS 7.a) Recognition ofAll State Musicians Cover Page �-`�* 7.b) Recognition of Officer Jason Wood for 20 Years of Service with the City of Grand Island Police Department Cover Page `�� Certificate �� https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 1/9 12/21/23, 8:51 AM December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting 7.c) Recognition of Sergeant Phoukhong Manivong for 20 Years of Service with the City of Grand Island Police Department Cover Page `�� Certificate `��-�=`:- 8) CONSENT AGENDA 8.a) Approving Minutes of the December 5, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting Cover Page '�� 8.b) Approving Minutes of December 12, 2023 City Council Study Session Cover Page `��`� 8.c) Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of December 6, 2023 through December 19, 2023 for a total amount of $5,879,173.74. Cover Page {`� 8.d) Approving Re-Appointments to the Mechanical Examining Board Cover Page �'� Memo `�� : 8.e) Approving Re-Appointments to the Electrical Board Cover Page �� Memo `�`-� : 8. fl Approving Re-Appointments to the Plumbing Board Cover Page '`�-`� Memo ��-�7 8.g) Approving Appointment to the Zoning Board of Adjustment Cover Page `�-� Memo `�� 8.h) #2023-320 - Purchase P-25 Compliant Portable Radios for Fire Department Cover Page `°-� Quote `�'� https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 2/9 12/21/23, 8:51 AM Resolution '`�-�: December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting With Motorola Solution Inc. of Chicago, Illinois in an amount of $680,000. Motion by Mitchell Nickerson, second by Jason Conley to approve 8.h) #2023-320 - Purchase P-25 Compliant Portable Radios for Fire Department. Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. Mitchell Nickerson was called to speak Jason Conley was called to speak Mike Paulick was called to speak Chuck Haase was called to speak Mitchell Nickerson was called to speak 8.i) #2023-321 - Approving License Subscription Agreement with Logic, Inc Cover Page � �`� Letter '�-'`�, Contract `�'�: Resolution �`�� 8.j) #2023-322 - Approving Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories as Sole Source Provider for Protective Relaying Equipment Cover Page `�=`� Pro-Tech Authorized Rep for City of Grand Island `��=�� Resolution `-`� 8.k) #2023-323 - Approving Change Order #2 for PGS Bottom Ash System Upgrade Cover Page `�=� Change Order #2 `=�-� Resolution `�: With UCC Environmental in an increased amount of $178,701.36 for a total revised amount of $4,323,177.36. 8.1) #2023-324 - Approval of Dennhardt Subdivision Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement Cover Page `�'=� https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 3/9 12/21/23, 8:51 AM Ariel Map `�`=`�: Application '``=`� December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting Revised Plat `�`'� Dennhardt Subdivision Agreement.doc `�-�x Resolution `�'�-�: 8.m)#2023-325 - Approval of Final Plat for Industrial Foundation Second Subdivision Cover Page ' � Ariel Map ' h`: � Application `��, Plat `y'� Agreement �� Resolution `��-":� 8.n) #2023-326 -Approving the Amendment to Resolution No. 2023-298- Approving Purchase of Parts and Materials for UV System at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Cover Page `��'A`::: Resolution ��--`�„ With MC2 Inc. of Omaha, Nebraska for an increased amount from $44,242.50 to $48,072.16 for a total amount of $92,314.66 plus freight. Motion by Mike Paulick, second by Mark Stelk to approve 8) CONSENT AGENDA. Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. 9) PUBLIC HEARINGS 9.a) Cover Page "'=`='� Directors Recommendation `=`�:� Application `�`� Ordinance '`�� https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 4/9 12/21/23, 8:51 AM December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting Public Hearing to Consider a Change of Zoning for Lots 3- 8 Block 1, Lots 6- 11 Block 2 & Lots 1- 3 Block 3 Knott Subdivision located south of Lake Street and west of South Locust Street, from R-3: Medium Density Residential Zone to R-4: High Density_ Residential Zone, in the City of Grand Island. No change is proposed for the Gateway_ Corridor Overlay zone. #9960 - Consideration of an application by Rama Kilaru to rezone Lots 3- 8 Block 1, Lots 6- 11 Block 2& Lots 1- 3 Block 3 Knott Subdivision located south of Lake Street and west of South Locust Street, from R-3: Medium Density Residential Zone to R-4: High Density Residential Zone, in the City of Grand Island. No change is proposed for the Gateway Corridor Overlay zone. Community Development Director Chad Nabity reported Rama Kilaru, GARK Homes, had purchased property on South Locust south of Lake Street and was requesting the zoning on the property be changed from R3 Medium Density Residential in a GCO Gate CorridorZone to R4 High Density Residential in a Gateway Corridor Zone. Mr. Kilaru had received TIF approval for 85 units of housing. He requested this change so he can build over 120 units of housing. Staff recommends approval. Motion by Bethany Guzinski, second by Jack Sheard to suspend the rules. Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. Mitchell Nickerson was called to speak Motion by Bethany Guzinski, second by Doug Lanfear to approve #9960 - Consideration of an application by Rama Kilaru to rezone Lots 3- 8 Block 1, Lots 6- 11 Block 2& Lots 1- 3 Block 3 Knott Subdivision located south of Lake Street and west of South Locust Street, from R-3: Medium Density Residential Zone to R-4: High Density Residential Zone, in the City of Grand Island. Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. Jack Sheard was called to speak 9.b) Cover Page Redevelopment Plan Amendment Area Final TIF Application https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 5/9 12/21/23, a:s��povation of the Elk's Buildin� at 20��TM'bg��s,��tX fro�� n�reg� of Grand Island, Nebraska, (SNH Holdin�s L.L.C) #2023-327 - Approving Redevelopment Plan Amendment CRA Area 1- Redevelopment �nd renovation of the Elk's Building at 205 W. 1 st Street in the Citv of Grand Island, Nebraska, (SNH Holdings L.L.C) CRA Resolution 464 `� -: CRA Resolution 465 `�� Resolution 2024-07 � �`=� Resolution 468.pdf `��: Resolution `�`� Community Development Director Chad Nabity reported SNH Holding, LLC was proposing to redevelop the former Elks Building at 205 W. 1 st Street as a reception hall/meeting venue. The building has been vacant for 20 years. The property was zoned B3 Heavy Business Zone. Staff had prepared a redevelopment plan for the property consistent with the TIF application. CRA reviewed the proposed development on November 8, 2023 and forwarded it to the Hall County Regional Planning Commission for recommendation and approved Resolution 2024-07 in support of the proposed amendment. Staff recommends approval. Mitchell Nickerson was called to speak Nathan Husak spoke in favor. Motion by Bethany Guzinski, second by Jason Conley to approve #2023-327 - Approving Redevelopment Plan Amendment CRA Area 1-Redevelopment and renovation of the Elk's Building at 205 W. 1 st Street in the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, (SNH Holdings L.L.C). Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. 9.c) Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easements on Lots 3, 8, 9, 10, 1l, 12 and 13 of Conestoga Mall Ninth Subdivision. (Woodsonia Hwy. 281 LLC). #2023-328 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easements on Lots 3, 8, 9, 10, 1 l, 12 and 13 of Conestoga Mall Ninth Subdivision - Woodsonia Hwy. 281 LLC Cover Page ' =�� 2023-12-19 Res-Conestoga Ma119th Sub Esmnt acq.doc '-�=� Community Development Director Chad Nabity reported public utility easements were needed to accommodate public utilities for development in the area of 13th Street and US Highway 281 to allow for further development of the Conestoga Mall Ninth Subdivision. Staff recommends approval. https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 6/9 12/21/23, 8:51 AM December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting Motion by Chuck Haase, second by Michelle Fitzek to approve #2023-328 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement on Lots 3, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 of Conestoga Mall Subdivision, (Woodsonia Hwy 281 LLC). Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. Chuck Haase was called to speak 10) REQUEST AND REFERRALS 10.a�#2023-329 - Statin� Support for Woodsonia's Good Life District Cover Page -�-� Woodsonia Goodlife District Site District Boundary_ �y`�: Woodsonia Proposed City Council Letter 12-12-23 ��==�� Resolution ' �-'� City Administrator Laura McAloon reported Woodsonia Estate, Inc. had approached City staff regarding their proposed formation of a Good Life Transformational District in the area of Highway 281 and Capital Avenue. Drew Snyder and Mitch Hohlen reported City staff have met with Woodsonia on multiple occasions to discuss their proposed Good Life District and have also facilitated introductions for Woodsonia with Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad because the proposed boundaries of the GLD include multiple railroad crossings and potential improvements to the crossings. BNSF has scheduled a future meeting to speak directly with Woodsonia about their proposed project. McAloon reported should the State approve Woodsonia's application and form the Good Life District, the Department of revenue would then reduce the state sales tax rate within the Good Life District from 5.5% to 2.75%. As Woodsonia proceeds with design and engineering of their proposed development within the Good Life District, the Administration would bring any future plans for development to the City Council for consideration and potential action, including the potential purchase and/or transfer of City owned real property, the exercise of City taxing authority, the consideration of redevelopment agreements and any other matters involving the City's property, powers and infrastructure. Motion by Jack Sheard, second by Chuck Haase to approve 10.a) #2023-329 - Stating Support for Woodsonia's Good Life District . Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Noes: Bethany Guzinski, Mike Paulick. Motion adopted. Mitchell Nickerson was called to speak Jack Sheard was called to speak Bethany Guzinski was called to speak Chuck Haase was called to speak Mike Paulick was called to speak Jason Conley was called to speak Jack Sheard was called to speak Chuck Haase was called to speak https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 7/9 12/21 /23, 8:51 AM 11) RESOLUTIONS #2023-330 - Approving the CDBG 2022 Program Year Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Review for submittal to HUD. Cover Page �� 2022 CAPER.docx '�t`-:: Resolution '=`� ll.a) Community Development Administrator Amber Alvidrez reported the Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report addressed the funds that were still in use from the previous year's allocations and the 2022 Program Year allocated CDBG funds used beginning October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023. Motion by Bethany Guzinski, second by Mitchell Nickerson to approve l l.a) #2023-330 - Approving the CDBG 2022 Program Year Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Review for submittal to HUD.. Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie NYendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. 11.bY#2023-331 - Approving Creative District Memorandum of Understanding_ Cover Page � �'� Creative District MOU `�'� Creative Districts Guidelines '�: Resolution `�`�: City Attorney Kari Fisk reported the process of creation was the execution of a written agreement between at least three parties. The Greater Grand Island Community had agreed to be the fiscal agent for Grand Island Creative District and The Multicultural Coalition was assisting as a partner that was located within the boundaries of the p"roposed Creative District. The formation process selected by the local citizen group required the participation of the City in the written agreement, therefore the City Attorney's Office had drafted the agreement memorializing the process and participation of the parties in the initial formation process. Subsequent actions may also be taken if the Nebraska Arts Commission approves the initial creation of the Creative District in Grand Island and as the citizen group pursues formal certification of the Creative District by the State. Motion by Bethany Guzinski, second by Michelle Fitzke to approve ll.b) #2023-331 - Approving Creative District Memorandum of Understanding . Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Jack Sheard, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Motion adopted. l l.c�#2023-332 - Authorizing the 2023-2024 Administration Agreement for the City's LB840 Economic Development Activities https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting 8/9 12/21/23, 8:51 AM Cover Page `��`� Resolution `�� December 19, 2023 City Council Meeting Economic Development President Mary Berlie reported based on the new Economic Development Plan and current state laws, the City and Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation intend to enter into annual contracts for the implementation and administration of the Plan. She reported the contract would be to execute a contract for daily administration of the Plan in the amount of $272,900 for fiscal year 2023-2024. This would be paid quarterly to cover staff time,- benefits, office overheard, website maintenance, software subscriptions and administrative expenses. In addition the contract would authorize the payment of an additional sub of up to $152,100 on a reimbursement basis, upon the submittal of receipts and documentation. City staff was working on finalizing the terms of the contract. Motion by Chuck Haase, second by Bethany Guzinski to approve #2023 - Authorizing the 2023-2024 Administration Agreement far the City's LB840 Economic Development Activities. Roll Call: Ayes: Maggie Mendoza, Bethany Guzinski, Chuck Haase, Mike Paulick, Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Mitchell Nickerson, Doug Lanfear, Jason Conley. Recuse: Jack Sheard. Motion adopted. Mitchell Nickerson was called to speak Jack Sheard was called to speak Chuck Haase was called to speak 12) ORDINANCES 13) OTHER ITEMS 14) ADJOURNMENT at 9:39 �� f j'��-�-�-�--� � Ct� Jill Granere City Clerk -� , i https://grand-island.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?clip_id=1271 &doc_id=0aa115f3-a00f-11 ee-a93d-0050569183fa 9/9