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03-26-2002 City Council Regular Meeting PacketCity of Grand Island Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session Packet City Council:Mayor: Ken Gnadt City Administrator: Marlan Ferguson City Clerk: RaNae Edwards T u 7:00:00 PM Council Chambers - City Hall 100 East First Street Joyce Haase Margaret Hornady Gale Larson Glen Murray Jackie Pielstick Larry Seifert Robert Sorensen Scott Walker Tom Ward Fred Whitesides City of Grand Island City Council Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call A - SUBMITTAL OF REQUESTS FOR FUTURE ITEMS Individuals who have appropriate items for City Council consideration should complete the Request for Future Agenda Items form located at the Information Booth. If the issue can be handled administratively without Council action, notification will be provided. If the item is scheduled for a meeting or study session, notification of the date will be given. B - RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS This is an opportunity for individuals wishing to provide input on any of tonight's agenda items to reserve time to speak. Please come forward, state your name and address, and the Agenda topic on which you will be speaking. /Invocation - Pastor Randy Brehns, Seventh Day Adventist, 636 South Shady Bend Road City of Grand Island City Council Item C1 It's About Kids! Presentations by Mason Meis and Dustin Roth Youth Leadership Tomorrow, It's About Kids! assets will be presented by Jason Meis and Dustin Roth. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item C2 Proclamation, "Child Abuse Prevention Month" April 2002 Because all children deserve love, comfortable homes, and tender care from parents and adults who make them feel safe, happy and loved and because many children were involved in substantiated cases of abuse and neglect by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human services in 2001, and because the effects of child abuse are felt by whole communities and need to be addressed by the entire community, the Mayor has proclaimed April, 2002 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month". In conjunction with the Blue Ribbon Campaign, Girl Scout Troop #703 will be attending the meeting to pass out blue ribbons. See attached Proclamation. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR City of Grand Island State of Nebraska PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, several hundred cases were investigated involving several hundred children for child abuse and neglect through the Nebraska Health and Human Services System in Hall, Hamilton, Merrick, and Howard Counties in 2001; and WHEREAS, the effects of child abuse are felt by whole communities and need to be addressed by the entire community; and WHEREAS, effective child abuse prevention programs succeed because of partnerships created among social service agencies, schools, religious organizations, law enforcement agencies, and the business community; and WHEREAS, all citizens should become more aware of child abuse and its prevention within the community and become involved in supporting parents to raise their children in a safe, nurturing environment. WHEREAS, all children deserve loving hugs, warm homes, and tender care from parents and adults who make them fee safe and happy and loved. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ken Gnadt, Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska, do hereby proclaim the month of April, 2002 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the City of Grand Island and call upon all citizens to increase their participation in our efforts to prevent child abuse and to wear a Blue Ribbon to show that it shouldn’t hurt to be a child. Every child deserves a Blue Ribbon. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of Grand Island to be affixed this 26th day of March in the year of our Lord Two Thousand and Two. _____________________________________________ Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska Attest: _____________________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item C3 Proclamation, "Severe Weather Awareness Week" April 1-5, 2002 Because each year thunderstorms rage across Nebraska, producing flooding, deadly lightening, strong winds and tornados which community preparedness can minimize the dangers that severe weather season presents, the Mayor has proclaimed April 1-5, 2002 as "Severe Weather Awareness Week". On Wednesday, April 3, 2002, a Tornado Watch/Warning Exercise is scheduled for Nebraska conducted by the National Weather Service in cooperation with State and Local Emergency Management and electronic news media. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR City of Grand Island State of Nebraska PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, each year, severe thunderstorms rage across Nebraska, producing flooding, deadly lightening, strong winds and tornados, damaging property and causing injury or death; and WHEREAS, community preparedness can minimize the dangers which the annual severe weather season presents to the lives and property of Nebraskans; and WHEREAS, residences, schools, hospitals, businesses and industries need to focus attention on the upcoming severe weather season, seeking ways to prepare for the possibility of tornados, flooding and other life-threatening weather developments, and all Nebraskans should be urged to plan for the safety of their families. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ken Gnadt, Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska, do hereby proclaim the week of April 1-5, 2002 as SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK in the City of Grand Island, and I urge all citizens to take due note of the observance. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of Grand Island to be affixed this twenty-sixth day of March in the year of our Lord Two Thousand and Two. _______________________________________ Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item C4 Recognition of the Senior High Advanced Carpentry Class The Senior High School Advanced Carpentry Class along with their instructor Mark Brei will be recognized for their efforts of constructing a home at 4106 Manchester Road. This program started in 1991 and will be the 11th home built by students from Senior High School. The home will be completed around the first of May 2002. We congratulate the students and instructor on their efforts in building this home. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Certificate of Appreciation Awarded to: Grand Island Senior High Advanced Carpentry Class Four your efforts toward constructing a new home in Grand Island. Thank you for your hard work. Mayor, Ken Gnadt RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item C5 Recognition of Senior High School Basketball Team for Class "A" State Championship Title The Mayor and City Council will be honoring the Grand Island Senior High Basketball Team on their 2001-2002 Class A State Championship win. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Certificate of Appreciation Awarded to: Grand Island Senior High Boys Basketball Team For capturing the Class “A” State Basketball Championship. Congratulations on your successful season. Mayor, Ken Gnadt RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item C6 Recognition of Captain Terry Leslie of the Fire Department for the NE EMS Educators Association "Paramedic of the Year" Award Captain Terry Leslie was awarded "Paramedic of the Year" by the NE EMS Educators Association at a conference held in Columbus last weekend. The Mayor and City Council will recognize Terry for his outstanding efforts and knowledge in the Emergency Medical Services that he provides for the City. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Certificate of Appreciation Awarded to: Terry Leslie For your recognition as Paramedic of the Year. This award is a true reflection of your dedication to your profession. Mayor, Ken Gnadt RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item E1 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located Behind 320 N. Lincoln - Luth Acquisition of a utility easement located in the alley behind 320 North Lincoln (3rd & Lincoln), is required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement will be used to locate a pad-mounted transformer to serve the new building on the west side of Lot 2. This will be part of Island Auto and Rental. It is appropriate to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item E2 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Lot One (1), Starostka Subdivision - L & P Investments Acquisition of utility easement located in the corner of Lot One (1), Starostka Subdivision, located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road, is required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corners of the several lots to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. It is appropriate to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item E3 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Lot Four (4), Starostka Subdivision - L & P Investments Acquisition of utility easement located in the corner of Lot Four (4), Starostka Subdivision, located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road, is required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corners of the several lots to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. It is appropriate to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item E4 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Lot Five (5), Starostka Subdivision - L & P Investments Acquisition of utility easement located in the corner of Lot Five (5), Starostka Subdivision, located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road, is required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corners of the several lots to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. It is appropriate to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item E5 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Lot Six (6), Starostka Subdivision - L & P Investments Acquisition of utility easement located in the corner of Lot Six (6), Starostka Subdivision, located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road, is required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corners of the several lots to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. It is appropriate to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item E6 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Lot Seven (7), Starostka Subdivision - L & P Investments Acquisition of utility easement located in the corner of Lot Seven (7), Starostka Subdivision, located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road, is required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corners of the several lots to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. It is appropriate to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item E7 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Alley Behind 323 North Cleburn - Livengood Acquisition of utility easement located behind 323 North Cleburn Street is required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement will be used to locate a pad-mounted transformer to serve the entire block. It is appropriate to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item E8 Public Hearing on Request of Thayer Family LLC for Change of Land Use Designation for Property Comprised of Lot 1 The Village 2nd Subdivision and Lots 4 & 5 Woodland 2nd Subdivision from RD & B2 to RD. Thayer Family LLC, has submitted a request to rezone approximately 17.246 acres of land Comprised of Lot 1 The Village 2nd Subdivision and Lots 4 & 5 Woodland 2nd Subdivision from RD & B2 to RD. The purpose of the request is to rezone the property to allow additional properties within the approved RD zone. The Regional Planning Commission, at their meeting of March 6, 2002, voted unanimously to approve the request. It is appropriate at this time to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under Ordinances. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Item F1 #8697 - Consideration of Creating Street Improvement District #1240 for Mansfield Road, Allen Avenue and Morrison Drive in Grand West 3rd Subdivision. This Ordinance provides for the creation of Street Improvement District #1240 for Mansfield Road, Allen Avenue and Morrison Drive in Grand West 3rd Subdivision. This District was first brought before the Council on February 12, 2002 and the motion failed. At the request of Councilmember Scott Walker, the item was scheduled for reconsideration at the February 26, 2002 Council meeting. The issue was then tabled to the March 19, 2002 Study Session. At that Study Session, three issues were discussed: Completion of the Westridge Detention Cell; The Grand West Subdivision Grading and Drainage Plan; and Creation of a Paving District for Grand West 3rd Subdivision. Staff will continue to work to address concerns expressed by area residents regarding the cell and the drainage ditch between R & B Subdivision and the new Subdivision. Council member Larry Seifert asked for the Creation of Street Improvement District 1240 to be added to the March 26 Council agenda. The formation of the district is in accordance with State law. A 20 day protest period follows the publication of creation of the District. Approval is recommended. See attached ORDINANCE. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _____________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 8697 An ordinance to create Street Improvement District No. 1240; to define the boundaries of the district; to provide for the improvement of a street within the district by paving, curbing, guttering, storm drainage, and other incidential work in connection therewith; to provide for the filing of this ordinance with the Hall County Register of Deeds; and to provide the publication and effective date of this ordinance. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. Street Improvement District No. 1240 in the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, is hereby created. SECTION 2. The boundaries of the district shall be as follows: Beginning at the northwest corner of Lot One (1), Grand West Third Subdivision; thence east on the north line of said Lot One (1), Grand West Third Subdivision to the northeast corner of Lot One (1), Grand West Third Subdivision; thence south on the east line of Lots One (1) and Two (2), Grand West Third Subdivision; thence southeasterly on the northerly line of Lots Four (4), Five (5), Six (6), Seven (7), Eight (8), Nine (9), Ten (10), Eleven (11), Twelve (12), Thirteen (13), and Fourteen (14), Grand West Third Subdivision; thence east on the north line of Lots Fifteen (15), Sixteen (16), Seventeen (17) and Eighteen (18), Grand West · This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds · ORDINANCE NO. 8697 (Cont.) - 2 - Approved as to Form ? ___________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney Third Subdivision to the northeast corner of Lot Eighteen (18) Grand West Third Subdivision; thence south on the east line of Grand West Third Subdivision; thence west on the south line of Grand West Third Subdivision to the northeast corner of Lot Twenty Six (26), Grand West Subdivision; thence northwesterly on the southerly line of Lots Twenty Three (23), Twenty Four (24), Twenty Five (25), Twenty Six (26), Twenty Seven (27), Twenty Eight (28), Twenty Nine (29), Thirty (30), Thirty One (31), Thirty Two (32) and Thirty three (33), Grand West Third Subdivision; thence west on the south line of Lot Thirty Four (34), Grand West Third Subdivision and a prolongation thereof to a point Three Hundred (300.0) feet west of the west line of Mansfield Road; thence north on a line Three Hundred (300.0) feet west of and parallel to the west line of Mansfield Road for a distance of Four Hundred Ninety Two and Seventy Six Hundredths (492.76) feet; thence east on a line for a distance of Three Hundred Sixty (360.0) feet to the point of beginning, all as shown on the plat dated September 18, 2001, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 3. The following streets in the district shall be improved by paving and other incidental work in connection therewith: Mansfield Road, Allen Avenue, and Morrison Drive within Grand West Third Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. Said improvements shall be made in accordance with plans and specifications approved by the Engineer for the City of Grand Island and approved by the Mayor and City Council. SECTION 4. All improvements shall be made at public cost, but the cost thereof, shall be assessed upon the lots and lands in the district specially benefited thereby as provided by law. SECTION 5. This ordinance, with the plat, is hereby directed to be filed in the office of the Register of Deeds, Hall County, Nebraska. SECTION 6. This ordina nce shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, without the plat, as provided by law. ORDINANCE NO. 8697 (Cont.) - 3 - Approved as to Form ? ___________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney SECTION 7. After passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, without the plat, notice of the creation of said district shall be published in the Grand Island Independent, a legal newspaper published and of general circulation in said City, as provided by law. Enacted: March 26, 2002. ____________________________________ Ken Gnadt, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item F2 #8721 - Consideration of Conveyance of Real Estate in Meadowlark West third Subdivision and Part of the SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 13-11-10 Hall County, Nebraska to Reconfigure Detention Cell The Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, the owner of Eagle Run, has requested that Detention Cell B-6A previously dedicated to the City of Grand Island be reconfigured in order to accommodate future commercial development of Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision. A public hearing regarding this matter was held during the February 26, 2002 City Council meeting. The Public Works Department has reviewed and approved the reconfiguration. There are two actions before the Council in connection with this matter, including (a) an ordinance approving acquisition of the reconfigured cell as Outlot "A", and (b) approving an exchange agreement swapping the existing detention cell B-6A tract for Outlot "A". Other than the cost of preparation of documents for presentation to the City Council and the publication of a notice of public hearing, the City of Grand Island is incurring no other expenses in connection with the exchange transaction. We recommend that the ordinance and resolution be approved as drafted. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Charlie Cuypers Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _____________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 8721 An ordinance to direct and authorize the conveyance of a tract of land located in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE1/4, NE1/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Ten (10) West of the 6th P.M. in Hall County, Nebraska, to provide for the giving of notice of such conveyance and the terms thereof; to provide for the right to file a remonstrance against such conveyance; and to provide for publication and the effective date of this ordinance. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. The conveyance to Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership of a tract of land known as Detention Cell B-6A located in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE1/4, NE1/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Ten (10) West of the 6th P.M. in Hall County, Nebraska, more particularly described as follows is hereby authorized and directed: To ascertain the actual point of beginning, commence at the southeast corner of said Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE1/4, NE1/4); thence running north on the east line of said Section Thirteen (13) for a distance of Seven Hundred (700.0) feet; thence deflecting left ninety degrees and no minutes (90º00') and running west on a line for a distance of Two Hundred Seventy (270.0) feet to the actual point of beginning; thence continuing west on said line for a distance of Two Hundred Thirty (230.0) feet; thence deflecting right ninety degrees and no minutes (90º00') and running north on a line for a distance of Two Hundred Seventy (270.0) feet; thence deflecting right ninety degrees and no minutes (90º00') and running east on a line for a distance of Two Hundred Thirty (230.0) feet; thence deflecting right ninety degrees and no minutes (90º00') and running south on a line for a distance of Two Hundred Seventy (270.0) feet to the actual point of beginning; said tract of land containing 62,100 square feet, or 1.4 acres, more or less, identified as Cell B-6A as shown on Exhibit "B" dated 2-6-74, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The description herein is set out in a Warranty Deed dated July 23, 1974 and recorded on July 31, 1974 in ORDINANCE NO. 8721 (Cont.) - 2 - Approved as to Form ? ___________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney Miscellaneous Records Book 175, Page 526 in the Office of the Register of Deeds, Hall County, Nebraska. SECTION 2. The consideration for such conveyance shall be the acquisition of a tract of land consisting of approximately 1.47 acres, more or less, located in a part of Lot Six (6), Meadowlark West Third Subdivision to be used for the reconfiguration of such detention cell. Such conveyance shall be conditioned upon the terms and conditions of an Exchange Agreement between the parties. A title insurance policy is not required to be furnished by the City. SECTION 3. As provided by law, notice of such conveyance and the terms thereof shall be published for three consecutive weeks in the Grand Island Independent, a newspaper published for general circulation in the City of Grand Island. Immediately after the passage and publication of this ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby directed and instructed to prepare and publish such notice. SECTION 4. Authority is hereby granted to the electors of the City of Grand Island to file a remonstrance agains t the conveyance of such within described real estate; and if a remonstrance against such conveyance signed by legal electors of the City of Grand Island equal in number to thirty percent of the electors of the City of Grand Island voting at the last regular municipal election held in such City be filed with the city council within thirty days of passage and publication of such ordinance, said property shall not then, nor within one year thereafter, be conveyed. SECTION 5. The conveyance of said real estate is hereby authorized, directed and confirmed; and if no remonstrance be filed against such conveyance, the Mayor and City Clerk shall make, execute and deliver to Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, a deed for ORDINANCE NO. 8721 (Cont.) - 3 - Approved as to Form ? ___________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney said real estate, and the execution of such deed is hereby authorized without further action on behalf of the City Council. SECTION 6. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, without the drawing, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as provided by law. Enacted: March 26, 2002. ____________________________________ Ken Gnadt, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item F3 #8727 - Consideration of Change of Land Use Designation for Property Comprised of Lot 1 The Village 2nd Subdivision and Lots 4 & 5 Woodland 2nd Subdivision This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing. Thayer Family LLC, has submitted a request to rezone approximately 17.246 acres of land Comprised of Lot 1 The Village 2nd Subdivision and Lots 4 & 5 Woodland 2nd Subdivision from RD & B2 to RD. The purpose of the request is to rezone the property to allow additional properties within the approved RD Zone. The Regional Planning Commission, at their meeting of March 6, 2002, voted unanimously to approve the request. Approval is recommended. See attached ORDINANCE. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? __________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 8727 An ordinance rezoning a certain tract of land within the zoning jurisdiction of the City of Grand Island; changing the land use classification of a tract of land comprising of Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Woodland Second Subdivision in the city of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, from B2-AC General Business Zone with an Arterial Commercial Overlay to RD- Residential Development Zone; amending the Residential Development district Final Development Plan; directing the such zoning change and classification be shown on the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island; amending the provisions of Section 36-7; and providing for publication and an effective date of this ordinance. WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission on March 6, 2002, held a public hearing and made a recommendation on the proposed zoning of such area; and WHEREAS, notice as required by Section 19-923, R.R.S. 1943, has been given to the Board of Education of School District No. 2 in Hall County, Nebraska; and WHEREAS, after public hearing on March 12, 2002, the City Council found and determined the change in zoning be approved and made. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. That Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Woodland Second Subdivision is hereby rezoned and reclassified and changed from B2-AC General Business Zone with an Arterial Commercial Overlay to RD-Residential Development Zone: SECTION 2. That the final development plan for The Village Second Subdivision is amended to include Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Woodland Second Subdivision as approved. ORDINANCE NO. 8727 (Cont.) - 2 - Approved as to Form ? ___________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney SECTION 3. That the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, as established by Section 36-7 of the Grand Island City Code be, and the same is, hereby ordered to be changed, amended, and completed in accordance with this ordinance. SECTION 4. That this ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as provided by law. Enacted: March 26, 2002. ____________________________________ Ken Gnadt, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item F4 #8728 - Consideration of Vacating Utility Easement in Lot 1 The Village Second Subdivision, and Lots 4 and 5, Woodland Second Subdivision Council action is required for vacation of all Public Utility Easements through passing of an Ordinance. The current owner would like to develop this property as proposed on The Village Third Subdivision currently in approval stages. The easement is not needed nor is it anticipated that it would be needed in the future. The Public Works, Utilities and Building Departments have reviewed and approved the request. Filing and staff costs should be less than the $75.00 application fee charged for Vacation of an Easement. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form? ____________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 8728 An ordinance to vacate an existing twenty (20.0) foot wide utility easement located in Lot One (1), The Village Second Subdivision, and in Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Woodland Second Subdivision, all in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; to provide for filing this ordinance in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County; and to provide for publication and the effective date of this ordinance. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. That the existing twenty (20.0) foot wide utility easement located in Lot One (1), The Village Second Subdivision, and in Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Woodland Second Subdivision, all in the city of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, as shown on the attached drawing, is hereby vacated. * This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds * ORDINANCE NO. 8728 (Cont.) - 2 - Approved as to Form ? ___________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney SECTION 2. The title to the property vacated by Section 1 of this ordinance shall revert to the owner or owners of the real estate abutting the same in proportion to the respective ownership of such real estate. SECTION 3. This ordinance is directed to be filed in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, without the drawing, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as provided by law. Enacted: March 26, 2002. ____________________________________ Ken Gnadt, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G1 Approving Minutes of March 12, 2002 City Council Regular Meeting The Minutes of the March 12, 2002 City Council Regular Meeting are submitted for approval. See attached MINUTES. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING March 12, 2002 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 March 12, 2002. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on March 6, 2002. Council President Whitesides called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were present: Councilmembers Pielstick, Ward, Seifert, Larson, Hornady, Whitesides, Haase, Walker and Sorensen. Mayor Gnadt and Councilmember Murray were absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Marlan Ferguson, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Finance Director David Springer and City Attorney Charlie Cuypers. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was said followed by the INVOCATION given by Pastor Julio Calero, Centro de Vida Cristiana. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS: Update on Community Youth Council Asset Development Program. Community Youth Council has been involved in encouraging the development of assets in youth in Grand Island and has been working with Community Plus. Judy Sandstrom representing Community Plus updated the Council on this year’s activities and recognized the following individuals for their role in developing assets in our youth: Brad Wolfe, Carl Hughes, Kirk Ramsey, Dave Saschewsky, Trish Stoltenberg and Lindy Pfeifer . It’s About Kids!. Youth Leadership Tomorrow, It’s About Kids! assets were presented by Maggie Jobes and Kylie Roe. Diane Muhlbach representing the National Service Join Hands Day presented the Community Youth Council with and award and a check in the amount of $100.00. Proclamation “American Red Cross Month” March 2002. The month of March 2002 was proclaimed as "American Red Cross Month". Donna Titman, Executive Director, Susan Aguilar, Anita Lewandowski and Reane Foster of the Central Plains American Red Cross were present to receive the proclamation. East Neighborhood Association Presentation to the Grand Island Fire Department. The East Neighborhood Association Officers presented a check in the amount of $627.06 to the Grand Island Fire Department. Fire Captain Scott Kuehl – President of the International Association of Fire Fighters Local #647 was present to receive the donation. Page 2, City Council Regular Meeting, March 12, 2002 Recognition of Life Saving Efforts by Jeff Vodehnal, Utilities Employee. The Council recognized the life saving efforts of Jeff Vodehnal a Utilities employee. On Tuesday, February 26, 2002, while eating at the Platte-Duetsche, Jeff performed the Heimlich maneuver on a man choking and who had passed out. John Houselog, whose life was saved was present for the recognition. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Public Hearing on Request of Earl and Linda Hardy for Conditional Use Permit for Child Care Facility at 1721 South Arthur. Craig Lewis, Building Department Director, reported that Earl and Linda Hardy had submitted an application with the City Clerk's Office for a Conditional Use Permit for a child care facility located at 1721 South Arthur. This request had been reviewed by the Building, Legal, Utilities, Planning and Public Works Departments. Mike Richardson, 2421 Lamar Avenue spoke in favor. Don Brooks, 1602 Ando Avenue spoke in opposition. No further public testimony was heard. Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Alley Behind 516 West 3rd Street. (Myrtle B. Grimminger) Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that acquisition of a utility easement relative to the property of Myrtle Grimminger located in the rear alley behind 516 West 3rd Street, was required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement would be used to locate a pad mounted transformer to serve the entire block. No public testimony was heard. Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Alley Behind the Salvation Army Building at 810 West 3rd Street. (The Salvation Army) Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that acquisition of a utility easement relative to the property of the Salvation Army located at 810 West 3rd Street, was required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement would be used to locate a pad mounted transformer to serve the entire block. No public testimony was heard. Public Hearing on Proposed Grant Application to the Department of Economic Development Relative to Community Development Funding for Rehabilitation Efforts. Cindy Johnson, Community Projects Director reported that the Nebraska Department of Economic Development accepts applications through the Community Development Block Grant program for grant funding for acquisition, rehabilitation, construction and production of affordable housing to increase the supply of decent, safe and sanitary housing for low-to-moderate income Nebraskans and to promote and advance the goals of the 2000-2005 Nebraska Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development. The results of the recently completed housing study indicated a significant need for rehabilitation of existing housing in the Community Development Project Area, generally described as northeast Grand Island. The Community Projects Department had prepared an application for submittal to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, seeking $250,000 in grant funding to assist with the renovation of up to 10 homes. No community match would be required. No public testimony was heard. ORDINANCES: Page 3, City Council Regular Meeting, March 12, 2002 Motion by Larson, second by Hornady, carried unanimously to table Ordinance #8721 until the March 26, 2002 Council Meeting. #8721 – Consideration of Conveyance of Real Estate in Meadowlark West Third Subdivision and Part of the SE1/4 NE1/4 of Section 13-11-10 Hall County, Nebraska to Reconfigure Detention Cell CONSENT AGENDA: Motion by Pielstick, second by Hornady, carried unanimously to approve the Consent Agenda. Receipt of Official Document – Civil Service Minutes of February 19, 2002. Approving Minutes of February 26, 2002 City Council Regular Meeting. Approving Minutes of March 4, 2002 City Council Retreat. #2002-56 – Approving Reconfiguration of Detention Cell Including Acquisition of Real Estate and Approval of Exchange Agreement with the Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership. This item was tabled until the March 26, 2002 City Council Meeting. #2002-62 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Alley Behind 516 West 3rd Street. (Myrtle B. Grimminger) Councilmember Pielstick voted nay. #2002-63 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Alley Behind the Salvation Army Building at 810 West 3rd Street. (The Salvation Army) Councilmember Pielstick voted nay. #2002-64 – Approving Bid Award for Engineering Services for Platte Generating Station Unit 1 Turbine/Generator to Black & Veatch, Kansas City, Missouri, in an amount not to exceed $260,000.00. #2002-65 – Approving Amendment to the Community Development Rehabilitation Program Guidelines Amending the Rehabilitation Deferred Loan Program. #2002-66 – Approving Application to Department of Economic Development for Community Development Block Grant Funds for Housing Rehabilitation Efforts. #2002-67 – Approving Lease Agreement with the State of Nebraska (Nebraska State Patrol) for Storage Space at the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant in the Amount of $500.00 for One Year. #2002-68 – Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Riverside Farm Fourth Subdivision. It was noted that Clark Gauthier, owner, had submitted the final plat for Riverside Farm 4th Subdivision, located North of Highway 34, and West of Blaine Street, in the City of Grand Island for the propose of re-platting lot 1 Riverside Farm Third Subdivision into 5 new lots. Page 4, City Council Regular Meeting, March 12, 2002 #2002-69 – Approving Funding of Economic Development Requests (NWPS Funds) in the Amount of $73,310.00. Approving Request of Earl and Linda Hardy for Conditional Use Permit for Child Care Facility Located at 1721 South Arthur. Motion by Hornady, second by Ward to approve. Councilmember Hornady asked about the state license and number of children per adult supervision. Mike Richardson, 2421 Lamar Avenue whose wife would be running the day care stated that the State had approved up to 38 children for this location, but that there would not be that many. The State requires 1 adult for every 12 children. Councilmember Ward stated that he had visited with a person who has children in this day care and were very satisfied. Councilmember Larson asked how long the conditional use permit would be for. Craig Lewis, Building Department Director stated that it would be indefinitely unless the Council put a time limit on it. Discussion was held concerning a privacy fence with several Councilmembers in favor of a privacy fence. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. REQUESTS AND REFERRALS: Consideration of Request by Petition for Water Main District at Roberta Avenue Between Barbara Avenue and Del Mar Avenue and Refer to Utilities Department to Begin Design. Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that a petition had been received by the City Clerk's Office for a Water Main District in Roberta Avenue between Barbara Avenue and Del Mar Avenue in the Kay-Dee Addition to the City of Grand Island. It had been recommended that this be referred to the Utilities Department to begin design for the Water Main District. Motion by Larson, second by Ward, carried unanimously to forward to the Utilities Department. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS: Motion by Walker, second by Hornady, carried unanimously to approve the Claims for the period of February 27, 2002 through March 12, 2002, for a total amount of $2,251,969.12. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, RaNae Edwards City Clerk Item G2 Approving Minutes of March 19, 2002 City Council Study Session The Minutes of the March 19, 2002 City Council Study Session are submitted for approval. See attached MINUTES. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc. OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION March 19, 2002 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Study Session 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 March 19, 2002. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on March 13, 2002. Mayor Ken Gnadt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were present: Councilmembers Pie lstick, Ward, Seifert, Whitesides, Haase, Murray, Walker and Sorensen. Councilmember Larson and Hornady were absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Marlan Ferguson, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Public Works Director Steve Riehle, City Attorney Charlie Cuypers and Finance Director David Springer. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was said. RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS: Eight individuals reserved time to speak on agenda items. Presentation “Groundwater Guardian Community”. Roger Andrews, Chairman of the Groundwater Guardians Committee introduced the following members present: Jack Shafer, Julie Franssen, Kevin McKennon, Gary Mader and LeAnne Doose. Jennifer Nelson, Assistant Director of Groundwater Guardians Foundation spoke briefly regarding the background of the Grand Island Groundwater Guardians. Roger Andrews showed a power point presentation regarding the events of the Groundwater Guardians and spoke about the 14th Annual Children Groundwater event taking place here in Grand Island. Discussion Regarding Ambulance Fees. Jim Rowell, Fire Chief and Larry Nelson, Assistant Fire Chief briefed the Council on the fee schedule for ambulance billing. Councilmember Murray questioned if any study had been conducted to see if the new schedule would cover our expenses. Mr. Nelson stated that within 5 years it should. Councilmember Seifert questioned the collections of ambulance fees. Mr. Nelson stated that Grand Island was quite a bit higher than other communities. This item was scheduled to be voted on at the March 26, 2002 City Council meeting. Discussion Regarding Central District Health Department Interlocal Agreement. This item was pulled from the agenda. Discussion Regarding Central District Health Department Building. Sonja Simpson, Health Department Director, stated that the Health Department had been actively seeking improved space for the last five years. Hall County was willing to fund $50,000.00 towards the renovation Page 2, City Council Study Session, March 19, 2002 of the Hall County Office Building, which currently houses the county attorney staff as well as probation and other legal staff and would become available on November 1, 2002. The anticipated cost of the renovation was $415,516.35. Councilmember Sorensen suggested that the City look into funding more than $50,000.00. Councilmember Pielstick questioned the budget finances and wondered if there would be money available this year and next year in the amount of $75,000.00 each year. Mayor Gnadt suggested that we visit with the County to see if they would be willing to fund at a higher level. Bio-terrorism funding was also discussed, which was money that may be available through the federal government. Tom O’Neill, 804 West Stolley Park Road, spoke in favor of more funding through the City for this project stating it was a quality of life issue. Mr. O’Neill also suggested that this might be a Community Project issue and that maybe there would be funding through the state. Mark Joregensen, President of the Health Department Board spoke briefly. Discussion on Creating Street Improvement District #1240, Grand West 2nd Subdivision. Steve Riehle, Public Works Department Director, reported concerns expressed by area residents regarding the creation of Street Improvement District #1240, Grand West 3rd Subdivision. The following three issues were presented and discussed: 1. Westridge Detention Cell 2. Grand West Subdivision Grading and Drainage Plan 3. Creation of a Paving District Timelines were also reviewed. Councilmember Seifert questioned the digging of the detention cell and the de-watering process. Mr. Riehle stated that the specifications had been met by the developer and Olsson Associates had been hired to study the detention cell and de-watering process for the purpose of having a dry detention cell. Councilmember Haase spoke regarding her concerns for the citizens in relation to water problems. Councilmember Walker questioned if the developer had done anything wrong. Mr. Riehle stated no. Mr. Walker asked who was responsible for the problems at the detention cell. Mr. Riehle explained partially Public Works and Diamond Engineering, but not the developer. Mr. Walker asked about the timeline. City Attorney Charlie Cuypers stated the contract was scheduled for completion in October 2002. Delays have cause problems to that timeline. Councilmember Ward questioned what would happen to those properties back yard in the event of a heavy rain. Ron Rockwell representing Rockwell and Associates stated that the standard would be met and the grading is adequate. Rod Hooker, 4525 West Capital Avenue, representing Hooker Construction Company spoke regarding the drainage and that the City had done a good job and the development had been planned correctly and commended the design. Pam Meyer, 4080 Zola Lane spoke concerning the drainage ditch and the 5’ elevation of dirt behind their property. Ben Kissler, 4094 Zola Lane Page 3, City Council Study Session, March 19, 2002 spoke regarding concerns about the dirt elevation. Tom O’Neill, 804 West Stolley Park Road spoke in favor of Street Improvement District #1240. Councilmember Pielstick commended the staff for their hard work on this project. It was the consensus of the Council to bring this forward to the next regular council meeting. Presentation of Consultant Study by CH2MHill for Wastewater Treatment Plant. Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported that city council approved an agreement with CH2MHill of Denver, Colorado on December 4, 2001 to perform the study. Experienced were operational headaches as well as odor concerns with the sewage sludge handling part of the plant operations. Mr. Riehle stated the technology available to treat the waste, handle the associated sludge and eliminate odors was constantly changing. Tom Heinemann representing CH2MHill reviewed plant operations and worked with staff to identify plant improvements that would address these operational problems and the odors associated with these operations. Processes at the plant presented included: Dewatering Process with Centrifuges and the Belt Press Grit Removal Aerobic Digestors Sludge Lagoon Compost Operation Grease Handling The following three Sludge Handling and Disposal Alternatives were presented: 1. Convert to Complete Composting 2. Convert to Anaerobic Digestion 3. Improve Existing Process Odor was reviewed and the following items had been done to reduce odors: 1. Applied a barrier over the sludge lagoon 2. Reduced turbulence in influent wet well 3. Aerated the primary sludge holding tanks 4. Added ferric chloride to remove sulfides at the primary sludge holding tanks Councilmember Whitesides asked which option would Mr. Heinemann recommend. Mr. Heinemann stated that any one of the alternatives could be equally beneficial to the odor problem. Councilmember Murray stated that he was pleased to see the odor problem being dealt with and questioned the time line for implementation. Mr. Heinemann stated the Anaerobic Digestion would take 2-3 years, Complete Composting would not take as long and to Improve Existing Process would be an on going process. Councilmember Haase questioned what guarantee the City would have that any of these options would work. Mr. Heinemann stated that taking facilities off site would definitely improve the odor, but that there would always be odor of some kind in the City. Page 4, City Council Study Session, March 19, 2002 Betty Karle, 4710 Stoneridge asked if any of the Council members had toured the Wastewater Treatment Plant of which all Council members stated they had. Janice Mefferd, 2725 East Seedling Mile Road complemented ConAgra on their public relations and commented on the odor hot line. Quality of life issues were discussed. David Eastlack, 922 East Phoenix spoke very heatedly concerning the odor problem. Ron Miller, 704 South Cherry and Roger Lindly, 923 East Phoenix spoke concerning the smell and felt nothing had been done about it. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, RaNae Edwards City Clerk Item G3 #2002-56 - Approving Reconfiguration of Detention Cell Including Acquisition of Real Estate and Approval of Exchange Agreement The Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, the owner of Eagle Run, has requested that Detention Cell B-6A previously dedicated to the City of Grand Island be reconfigured in order to accommodate future commercial development of Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision. A public hearing regarding this matter was held during the February 26, 2002 City Council meeting. The Public Works Department has reviewed and approved the reconfiguration. There are two actions before the Council in connection with this matter, including (a) an ordinance approving acquisition of the reconfigured cell as Outlot "A", and (b) approving an exchange agreement swapping the existing detention cell B-6A tract for Outlot "A". Other than the cost of preparation of documents for presentation to the City Council and the publication of a notice of public hearing, the City of Grand Island is incurring no other expenses in connection with the exchange transaction. We recommend that the ordinance and resolution be approved as drafted. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Charlie Cuypers Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-56 WHEREAS, Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership has expressed an interest in reconfiguring the detention cell known as the City of Grand Island Detention Cell B-6A in order to accommodate future development in and around Meadowlark West Third Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; and WHEREAS, such property owner has recommended exchanging property with the City of Grand Island in order to reconfigure such detention cell; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on February 26, 2006 for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of property located in the City of Grand Island Detention Cell B-6A and part of Lot Six (6), Meadowlark West Third Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, all in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE1/4, NE1/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Ten (10) West of the 6th P.M., Hall County, Nebraska, and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner of Lot 7, Meadowlark West Third Subdivision; thence on an assumed bearing of S90º00'00"W along the south line of said Lot 7, a distance of 216.07 feet to a point being the southeast corner of said Detention Cell B-6A, said point also being the point of beginning; thence N89º52'44"W a distance of 336.73 feet; thence N00º07'16"E a distance of 190.13 feet; thence S89º51'18"E a distance of 336.73 feet; thence S00º07'16"W a distance of 189.99 feet to the point of beginning. Said tract contains 63999.42 square feet or 1.47 acres more or less, as shown on the drawing dated February 18, 2002, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by reference; and WHEREAS, an Exchange Agreement has been prepared by the City Attorney's office for such property exchange. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island is hereby authorized to acquire approximately 1.47 acres of property from Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, for use in reconfiguring the existing detention cell adjacent to Lot Six (6) Meadowlark West Third Subdivision as set out in the Exchange Agreement. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Exchange Agreement for such conveyance of property is hereby approved; and the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G4 #2002-70 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Behind 320 N. Lincoln - Luth Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to property of Jack A. and Janice A. Luth, located in the alley behind 320 North Lincoln (3rd & Lincoln), in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement will be used to locate a pad-mounted transformer to serve the new building on the west side of Lot 2. This will be part of Island Auto and Rental. One dollar ($1.00) for the easement will be paid to the grantor. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. EXHIBIT "A" Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-70 WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from Jack A. Luth and Janice A. Luth, husband and wife, to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 26, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lots One (1), Two (2), and Eight (8), Block Thirteen (13), Arnold and Abbott's Addition to the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows: The southerly Nine (9.0) feet of Lot One (1), Block Thirteen (13), Arnold and Abbott's Addition to the City of Grand Island; and the southerly Nine (9.0) feet of Lot Two (2), Block Thirteen (13), Arnold and Abbott's Addition to the City of Grand Island; and the northerly Ten (10.0) feet of Lot Eight (8), Block Thirteen (13) Arnold and Abbott's Addition to the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. The above-described easement and right-of-way containing a combined total of 0.05 acres, more or less as shown on the plat dated February 27, 2002, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from Jack A. Luth and Janice A. Luth, husband and wife, on the above-described tract of land. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 26, 2002. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G5 #2002-71 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Property Along Old W. Hwy. 30 Between Industrial Lane & Webb Road - L & P Investments - Lot One Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to the property of L & P Investments, located through a part of Lot One (1), Starostka Subdivision (in the corner of the property located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road), in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corner of the mentioned lot to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. One dollar ($1.00) will be paid to the grantor. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. EXHIBIT "A" Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-71 WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from L & P Investments, L.L.C., to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 26, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot One (1) Starotska Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows: The southerly twenty (20.0) feet of the easterly twenty (20.0) feet of the westerly forty (40.0) feet of Lot One (1), Starostka Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. The above-described easement and right-of-way containing a total of 400 square feet, more or less as shown on the plat dated February 21, 2002, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from L & P Investments, L.L.C., on the above-described tract of land. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 26, 2002. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G6 #2002-72 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Property Along Old W. Hwy. 30 Between Industrial Lane & Webb Road - L & P Investments - Lot Four Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to the property of L & P Investments, located through a part of Lot Four (4), Starostka Subdivision (in the corner of the property located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road), in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corner of the mentioned lot to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. One dollar ($1.00) will be paid to the grantor. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. EXHIBIT "A" Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-72 WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from L & P Investments, L.L.C., to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 26, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot Four (4) Starotska Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows: The southerly twenty (20.0) feet of the westerly ten (10.0) feet of Lot Four (4), Starostka Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. The above-described easement and right-of-way containing a total of 200 square feet, more or less as shown on the plat dated February 21, 2002, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from L & P Investments, L.L.C., on the above-described tract of land. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 26, 2002. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G7 #2002-73 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Property Along Old W. Hwy. 30 Between Industrial Lane & Webb Road - L & P Investments - Lot Five Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to the property of L & P Investments, located through a part of Lot Five (5), Starostka Subdivision (in the corner of the property located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road), in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corner of the mentioned lot to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. One dollar ($1.00) will be paid to the grantor. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. EXHIBIT "A" Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-73 WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from L & P Investments, L.L.C., to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 26, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot Five (5) Starotska Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows: The southerly twenty (20.0) feet of the easterly ten (10.0) feet of Lot Five (5), Starostka Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. The above-described easement and right-of-way containing a total of 200 square feet, more or less as shown on the plat dated February 21, 2002, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from L & P Investments, L.L.C., on the above-described tract of land. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 26, 2002. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G8 #2002-74 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Property Along Old W. Hwy. 30 Between Industrial Lane & Webb Road - L & P Investments - Lot Six Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to the property of L & P Investments, located through a part of Lot Six(6), Starostka Subdivision (in the corner of the property located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road), in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corner of the mentioned lot to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. One dollar ($1.00) will be paid to the grantor. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. EXHIBIT "A" Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-74 WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from L & P Investments, L.L.C., to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 26, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot Six (6) Starotska Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows: The southerly twenty (20.0) feet of the westerly ten (10.0) feet of Lot Six (6), Starostka Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. The above-described easement and right-of-way containing a total of 200 square feet, more or less as shown on the plat dated March 5, 2002, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from L & P Investments, L.L.C., on the above-described tract of land. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 26, 2002. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G9 #2002-75 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in the Corner of Property Along Old W. Hwy. 30 Between Industrial Lane & Webb Road - L & P Investments - Lot Seven Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to the property of L & P Investments, located through a part of Lot Seven (7), Starostka Subdivision (in the corner of the property located along Old West Hwy. 30 between Industrial Lane and Webb Road), in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement will be used to locate three pad-mounted transformers in the corner of the mentioned lot to serve buildings now under construction and future buildings in the Starostka Subdivision. One dollar ($1.00) will be paid to the grantor. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. EXHIBIT "A" Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-75 WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from L & P Investments, L.L.C., to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 26, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot Seven (7) Starotska Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows: The southerly twenty (20.0) feet of the easterly ten (10.0) feet of Lot Seven (7), Starostka Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. The above-described easement and right-of-way containing a total of 200 square feet, more or less as shown on the plat dated March 5, 2002, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from L & P Investments, L.L.C., on the above-described tract of land. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 26, 2002. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G10 #2002-76 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Behind 323 North Cleburn - Livengood Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to property of William D. and Beverly K. Livengood, located in the alley behind 323 North Cleburn Street, in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement will be used to locate a pad-mounted transformer to serve the entire block. This is an important part of the Downtown Underground Project. The amount paid for this location is the same as all others in the area ($1,000.00). See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader Council.Now - WindStone Inc. EXHIBIT "A" Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-76 WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from William D. Livengood and Beverly K. Livengood, husband and wife, to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 26, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot Three (3), Block Sixty (60), Original Town, now City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows: The southerly Twelve (12.0) feet of the westerly Twenty (20.0) feet of Lot Three (3), Block Sixty (60) Original Town now the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. The above-described easement and right-of-way containing a total of 240 square feet, more or less as shown on the plat dated March 6, 2002, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from William D. Livengood and Beverly K. Livengood, husband and wife, on the above-described tract of land. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 26, 2002. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G11 #2002-77 - Approving Final Plat for The Village Third Subdivision Janice Thayer, owners, have submitted the final plat for The Village Third Subdivision, located West of Ramada Road, and South of Woodland Drive. This plat proposes to combine all of lot 1, The Village Second Subdivision, and all of lots 4 & 5 Woodland Second Subdivision into 29 lots. This plat has been reviewed by the Planning, Public Works and Utilities Departments. The Regional Planning Commission, at their meeting of March 6, 2002, unanimously voted to recommend approval. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-77 WHEREAS, Thayer Family, L.L.C., as owner, has caused to be laid out into a lot, a tract of land comprising all of Lot One (1), The Village Second Subdivision, and all of Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Woodland Second Subdivision, all in the City of Grand Island in Hall County, Nebraska, under the name of THE VILLAGE THIRD SUBDIVISION, and has caused a plat thereof to be acknowledged by it; and WHEREAS, such subdivision was approved by the Regional Planning Commission on March 6, 2002; and WHEREAS, a copy of the plat of such subdivision has been presented to the Board of Education of School District No. 2 in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, as required by Section 19- 923, R.R.S. 1943; and WHEREAS, a form of subdivision agreement has been agreed to between the owner and the City of Grand Island. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the form of subdivision agreement hereinbefore described is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the final plat of THE VILLAGE THIRD SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G12 #2002-78 - Approving Final Plat for Meadowlark West 4th Subdivision Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, owners, have submitted the final plat for Meadowlark West 4th Subdivision, located South of 13th Street, West of Webb Road, and East of Hwy 281. This plat proposes to replat 11 lots into 12 lots and 1 out lot. This plat has been reviewed by the Planning, Public Works and Utilities Departments. The Regional Planning Commission, at their meeting of March 6, 2002, unanimously voted to recommend approval. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-78 WHEREAS, Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, as owner, has caused to be laid out into lots and an Outlot, a tract of land comprising all of Lots One (1) through Six (6), and Twenty Four (24) through Twenty Nine (29), Meadowlark West Third Subdivision, in the City of Grand Island in Hall County, Nebraska, under the name of MEADOWLARK WEST FOURTH SUBDIVISION, and has caused a plat thereof to be acknowledged by it; and WHEREAS, such subdivision was approved by the Regional Planning Commission on March 6, 2002; and WHEREAS, a copy of the plat of such subdivision has been presented to the Board of Education of School District No. 2 in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, as required by Section 19- 923, R.R.S. 1943; and WHEREAS, a form of subdivision agreement has been agreed to between the owner and the City of Grand Island. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the form of subdivision agreement hereinbefore described is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the final plat of MEADOWLARK WEST FOURTH SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G13 #2002-79 - Approving Agreement with Nebraska Children and Families Foundation Relative to CYC Activities For the last four years, the City has received a Family Preservation and Support grant to address issues identified by the community at two town hall meetings in 1995 and addressed by the Community Youth Council (CYC). The goals of the Grand Island Family Preservation program are to reduce racism, strengthen families and reduce gang activity, and reduce drug and alcohol use. In December, City staff submitted a proposed plan for calendar year 2002 and an application for funding to carry out these plans. Included in the request was the community wide youth initiative (It’s About Kids!), youth leadership program, Career Fair, Community Connections (Neighborhood Associations) and minority learning center. The City has received the agreement with the State for continuation funding for programming under the Family Preservation and Support Program. The agreement is for the time period of January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2002 and is in the amount of $25,000. The CYC supports entering into an agreement with the State for receipt of the funding for the above mentioned programs. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2001-79 WHEREAS, the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation has recommended that the City of Grand Island be provided federal funds awarded to the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for implementation of family preservation and support services; and WHEREAS, a Letter of Agreement between the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation, the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, and the City of Grand Island is required to set out the responsibilities of each party with respect to the use of funding for the implementation of such program; and WHEREAS, the City Attorney’s office has reviewed and approved such agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that: 1. The Letter of Agreement between the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation, the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, and the City of Grand Island for the use of grant funds in the amount of $25,000.00 to finance programs of family preservation and support services as outlined in the agreement is hereby approved. 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G14 #2002-80 - Approving Bid Award for Ready-Mix Concrete for 2002 Construction Season The Street and Transportation Division, Public Works Department, solicited informal quotes for 47-B Ready-Mix Concrete for the 2002 Construction season for use in Division operations. The quotes were reviewed by the Street and Transportation Division of the Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division of the City Attorney's Office. A summary of the quotes received: Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc., Grand Island NE $55.00 per cubic yard Brodsky's Ready-Mix, Grand Island NE $57.50 per cubic yard Great Lakes Ready-Mix, Grand Island NE $59.75 per cubic yard It is recommended that the purchase be awarded to Gerhold Concrete Company in the amount of $55.00 per cubic yard for 47-B Ready-Mix Concrete as the lowest responsible quote. The average amount of concrete purchased each season totals approximately $150,000. Approximately 250 individual purchases will be made. There are sufficient funds in account no. 10033503-85545, Street and Transportation Division Operating Funds to purchase this material. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ¤_______________ March 22, 2002 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-80 WHEREAS, the Street and Transportation Division of the City of Grand Island solicited quotes for 47-B Ready-Mix Concrete for the 2002 construction season; and WHEREAS, the average amount of concrete purchased each season totals approximately $150,000, and will consist of approximately 250 individual purchases; and WHEREAS, Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska, submitted a quote for such Ready-Mix concrete, such quote being in the amount of $55.05 per cubic yard; and WHEREAS, it is recommended that Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc. be approved to provide such material at the above-stated price. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the quote of Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska for 47-B Ready-Mix Concrete for the 2002 construction season in the amount of $55.00 per cubic yard is hereby approved as the best quote received. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contract by and between the city and such contractor be entered into for such project; and the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G15 #2002-81 - Approving Bid Award for Concrete Repair Work for 2002 Construction Season The Street and Transportation Division, Public Works Department, solicited informal quotes for Contracted Concrete Repair Work for the 2002 construction season. The Street and Transportation Division of the Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division of the City Attorney's Office have reviewed all quotes received for this work. A summary of the quotes received: O.K. Paving, Grand Island NE $25.95 per square yard Galvan Construction, Grand Island NE $28.50 per square yard The Diamond Engineering Company, Grand Island NE Did not bid Mid-Plains Construction, Grand Island NE Did not bid It is recommended that the work be awarded to O.K. Paving in the amount of $25.95 per square yard for Contracted Concrete Repair Work as the lowest responsible quote. The average amount of contracted concrete work each season totals approximately $300,000 and the work will consist of approximately 250 individual work orders. There are sufficient funds in account nos. 10033503-85545 and 10033504-85318, Street and Transportation Division Operating Funds and 40033525-90043, Capital Projects Fund Contracted Concrete Repair for this work. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ¤_______________ March 22, 2002 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-81 WHEREAS, the Street and Transportation Division of the City of Grand Island solicited quotes for contracted concrete repair work for the 2002 construction season; and WHEREAS, the average amount of contracted concrete work each season totals approximately $300,000, and the work will consist of approximately 250 individual work orders; and WHEREAS, O.K. Paving of Grand Island, Nebraska, submitted a quote for such concrete repair work, such quote being in the amount of $25.95 per square yard; and WHEREAS, it is recommended that O.K. Paving be approved to provide such work at the above-stated price. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the quote of O.K. Paving of Grand Island, Nebraska for contracted concrete repair work for the 2002 construction season in the amount of $25.95 per square yard is hereby approved as the best quote received. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contract by and between the city and such contractor be entered into for such project; and the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G16 #2002-82 - Approving Ambulance Fee Schedule The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services has established a fee schedule for billing of services to Medicare and Medicaid patients. This program has been in planning and development for some time now and was mentioned in last years discussion of the fee schedule. We did not have the final ruling at that time. The ruling came out the first of March with an effective date of April 1, 2002. These fees cover ambulance services to patients and have been revised to coincide with the Medicare format. There are changes in the fee amounts as well as descriptions of the services provided. The fees are shown in the attached documents. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Jim Rowell Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Proposed Ambulance Fee Schedule 1999 2000 2001 2002/ 4-2002 Per call BLS (Basic Life Support) for non- emergency transportation, plus mileage, one way. 8.50 per mile 155.00 165.00 225.00 225.00/225.00 Per call for BLS emergency transportation, plus mileage, one way. 8.50 per mile 255.00 349.00 400.00 400.00/400.00 Per call for ALS (Advanced Life Support) Level 1 (ALS 1) non-emergency service, plus mileage. One way, 8.50 per mile. 475.00 Per call for ALS Level 1 (ALS 1) emergency service, plus mileage, one way. 8.50 per mile 355.00 550.00 575.00 575.00/500.00 Per call for ALS Level 2 (ALS 2) Advanced care, emergency service, plus mileage, one way, 8.50 per mile 575.00 Per call for ALS emergency service when patient is not transported but some service is rendered; (plus supplies) 75.00 75.00 80.00 170.00 Additional Attendant 99.00 Specialty Care Transport 325.00 Mileage Fee, per patient mile 6.05/mile 7.50/mile 8.00/mile 8.50/mile Standby Ambulance Service 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 Paramedic Intercept 475.00 Mayor and Council have established fees for certain medical supplies used for ambulance calls based on prices currently charged by Saint Francis Medical Center. The Fire Chief is authorized to adjust prices and add or delete products as necessary. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-82 WHEREAS, on June 26, 2001, by Resolution 2001-173, the City of Grand Island approved and adopted fees for items and services to be provided during the 2001-2002 fiscal year; and WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend such fee schedule to incorporate changes to the ambulance service fees as shown on Exhibit A, attached hereto; and WHEREAS, it is recommended that such amendment be approved and adopted. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the amendment to the Fee Schedule attached hereto as Exhibit "A" is hereby approved and adopted effective April 1, 2002. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G17 #2002-83 - Approving Bid Award for Lower Roof Replacement at Fire Station #2 The Grand Island Fire Department, has submitted a request for awarding a bid for roof replacement at Fire Station #2. Four (4) bids were received ranging from $11,812 to $19,870. The second low bid was submitted by Weathercraft Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $14,315. There are sufficient funds for this purchase in account number 10022101-85612. The engineers estimate was $18,000. It is recommended that the bid be awarded to Weathercraft Company in the amount of $14,315. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Jim Rowell Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Working Together for a Better Tomorrow. Today. TO: Mayor Ken Gnadt City Council Members FROM: Jim Rowell, Fire Chief Dale Shotkoski, Assistant City Attorney/Purchasing SUBJECT: Bid for Roof Replacement at Fire Station 2 DATE: March 19, 2002 Request for bids for Roof Replacement at Fire Station 2 was published February 23, 2002. Closing date was March 12, 2002. Requests were sent to eight potential bidders. Four bids were received ranging from a low of $11,812 to the high bid of $19,870. The low bid submitted by Scarborough Construction was to repair existing roof and not replacement, therefore rejection of this bid is recommended. Three of the bids received were within the engineer’s estimate and funds are available in the budget account number 10022101-85612. The second lowest bid was by Weathercraft Company of Grand Island, NE for $14,315. Weathercraft met all bid specifications. Recommendation: Award the bid to Weathercraft Company for removal of old roofing materials and replacement with 45-mill EPDM rubber roofing on the lower roof sections covering offices, bedroom, bathroom, dayroom and kitchen area as provided in the bid document. It is also recommended that the Mayor sign the contract agreement which is attached. __________________________________ Jim Rowell, Fire Chief Dale Shotkoski, Assist. City Atty/Purchasing Fire Department INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Approved as to Form ¤ _______________ March 22, 2002 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-83 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Replacing Lower Roof – Fire Station No. 2, according to plans and specifications on file in the Fire Administration Office; and WHEREAS, on March 12, 2002, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and WHEREAS, Weathercraft Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $14,315.00; and WHEREAS, Weathercraft Company's bid is less than the engineer’s estimate for such project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Weathercraft Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $14,315.00 for roof replacement at Fire Station No. 2 is hereby approved as the lowest responsive bid. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contract for such project between the City and such contractor be entered into, and the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such contract on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G18 #2002-84 - Approving Bid Award for (2) Police Motorcycles Harley Davidson/Buell Central of Grand Island had the single bid submittal for the two police motorcycles the Grand Island Police Department advertised for purchase. The bid was advertised and ten potential motorcycle sales distributors were sent bid packages to their businesses. Harley Davidson/Buell Central’s bid was for $13,794.00 per unit and there were no exceptions or additions to the bid specifications. The Grand Island Police Department operates with a fleet of four police motorcycles that are on a two year replacement schedule as are our marked cruisers. We will not have a trade-in, the two motorcycles that these replace will be sold at auction in May. The engineer’s estimate per unit was $14,400.00, which totals $28,800.00 for the two motorcycles. Resources were budgeted and appropriated in fiscal year 2001-2002 in capital outlay account 10022301.85625 in the police budget. It is the recommendation of the Police Department that the bid from Harley Davidson/Buell Central of Grand Island be accepted. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Kyle Hetrick Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-84 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Two 2002 Police Package Motorcycles, according to plans and specifications on file with the Purchasing Division of the Legal Department; and WHEREAS, on March 19, 2002, one bid was received, opened and reviewed; and WHEREAS, Harley-Davidson Central of Grand Island, Nebraska, submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $13,794.00 per unit; and WHEREAS, Harley-Davidson Central's bid is less than the engineer’s estimate for such motorcycles. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Harley-Davidson Central of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $13,794.00 per unit for two 2002 police package motorcycles is hereby approved as the lowest responsive bid. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 20, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G19 #2002-85 - Approving Bid Award for Office Furniture for Police Station Sealed bids were sought for office furniture for the criminal division of the police department. The engineer’s estimate was $18,000.00. The furniture is for seven offices of the criminal division. Three bids were received. Two bidders, Eakes and General Business, noted an exception on the same item. The item, a vertical file, was listed as discontinued. A higher priced item was listed in their bid. The ultimate low bidder was Eakes so the exception is not a factor in the bid award. The three bids received are as follows: Eakes Office Plus $12,975.44 General Business Interiors $14,899.17 Office Net $13,097.72 The office furniture was budgeted for the 2002 fiscal year. Account# 10022301.85540 It is recommended to accept the bid from Eakes Office Plus in the amount of $12,975.44 Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Kyle Hetrick Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ¤ _______________ March 22, 2002 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-85 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Police Department Office Furniture, according to plans and specifications on file at the Grand Island Police Department; and WHEREAS, on March 19, 2002, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and WHEREAS, Eakes Office Plus of Grand Island, Nebraska, submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $12,975.44; and WHEREAS, Eakes Office Plus' bid is less than the engineer’s estimate for such project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Eakes Office Plus of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $12,975.44 for office furniture for the Police Department is hereby approved as the lowest responsive bid. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G20 #2002-86 - Approving Expenditure of Funds for Food and Drink for Volunteers During Free Week City Code 27-61 authorizes the expenditure of public funds for non-alcoholic beverages and meals for Volunteers. This activity must be approved by the City Council. The Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department will be holding their annual Free Week from Monday April 22- Saturday April 27, 2002. Due to the record-breaking amount of material brought to the Division in Free Week 2001, approximately 20 volunteers will be utilized each evening to handle the traffic. The Solid Waste Division is requesting that the City Council approve a Resolution authorizing the expenditure of approximately $500 to provide non- alcoholic beverages and meals for the Volunteer staff. Adequate funds are available in account 50530040-85490. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-86 WHEREAS, Section 27-61 of the Grand Island City Code authorizes the expenditure of public funds for non-alcoholic beverages and meals for volunteers during or immediately following their participation in city council approved activities; and WHEREAS, during their annual Free Week at the Transfer Station (April 22 through April 27, 2002), the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department will be utilizing approximately 20 volunteers to assist in carrying out such activities; and WHEREAS, it is suggested that non-alcoholic beverages and meals be available to the volunteers each evening and Saturday during this time; and WHEREAS, it is recommended that approximately $500 be authorized for the expenses associated with providing non-alcoholic beverages and meals to the volunteers during Free Week at the Transfer Station. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the expenditure of public funds for non-alcoholic beverages and meals for volunteers who assist in carrying out activities during Free Week at the Transfer Station is hereby approved. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G21 #2002-87 - Approving Contract for Island Oasis Piping Inspection and Repair It is the recommendation of the Park and Recreation Director that the underground piping of Island Oasis be inspected and if necessary repaired. As the extent of repairs, if any, that will be needed and because of the methodology employed to find and make these repairs an exception to the normal procurement process is requested. Instead of using the formal biding process I feel it would be in the best interest of the City to hire Neuman Pools to provide this service. Neuman Pools is familiar with our facility, having constructed our lazy river, specializes in aquatic construction and will be onsite this spring erecting our new slides. A contract would be offered with a not to exceed figure of $30,000.00 with a maximum amount of $5,000.00 of the $30,000.00 allowed for the testing portion of the process. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Paustian Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-87 WHEREAS, the Island Oasis Water Park has been in operation since 1993; and WHEREAS, it is necessary to periodically inspect the underground piping at the water park to ensure everything underground is in working order and free from leaks; and WHEREAS, Neuman Pools of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, a company specializing in aquatic construction, has done construction work at Island Oasis, and has experience working with the design and layout of the facility; and WHEREAS, due to Neuman Pools' experience with the construction of various aspects of the water park, it is suggested that they complete such underground piping inspection and perform repair work as deemed necessary through the inspections process; and WHEREAS, Neuman Pools has agreed to perform this service for an amount not to exceed $30,000, with a maximum amount of $5,000 of such $30,000 to be used for the testing portion of the process; and WHEREAS, a contract for such services has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney's office. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Neuman Pools of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, is hereby authorized to inspect the underground piping of Island Oasis, and to proceed with necessary repair work for an amount not to exceed $30,000, with a maximum amount of $5,000 of such $30,000 to be used for the testing portion of the process. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G22 #2002-88 - Awarding Bid for Project Impact Weather Radios In conjunction with Project Impact federal funding to address disaster mitigation efforts, the Community Projects Department has solicited and obtained bids for the purchase of FM Radio S.A.ME. Weather/All-Hazard Alert Units. Funding for the provision of the radios has been made available through the Project Impact grant. These radios (up to 3,500) are being made available to the general public at a cost of $15. NOAA Weather Radios continuously broadcast National Weather Service forecasts, warnings and other crucial weather information, and can sound an alarm to alert users of approaching dangerous weather. The radios can be programmed to receive information specific to a certain area, using the Specific Area Message Encoder (S.A.M. E.) feature. NOAA Weather Radio is the only government operated radio system that provides direct warnings to the public for natural and man-made hazards, from floods to tornadoes or toxic spills. NOAA is also the primary trigger for activating America’s Emergency Alert System on commercial radio and television stations. Weather radios provide an alternative warning mechanism to the emergency sirens. Each radio consists of a 162 MHz FM radio with over-riding alerting capability, Specific Area Message Encoding (S.A.M.E.), both analog and digital chips installed for receiving S.A.M.E. and all seven (7) National Weather Service frequencies; display screen programmed to display the type of alert (watch, warning, or statement), a clock, selected 162 MHz FM channels, and the weekly National Weather Service test; LCD lights that indicated whether the alert is a watch, warning or statement and will remain lit for the length of the watch, warning, or statement; multiple preprogrammed F.I.P.S. codes as directed by Grand Island Project Impact; and a lamp to light the screen, when needed. The radios shall be pre-programmed according to the Federal Information Processing System (F.I.P.S.) codes from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, F.I.P.S. publication 6-4, as directed by Grand Island Project Impact; shall include required amount of batteries with each unit for back-up purposes; shall provide shipping and handling for each unit to each to individual recipients as specified by Grand Island Project Impact; shall provide personalized notes with each unit explaining which counties are programmed into the unit, where the recipient can get assistance in reprogramming the unit, and a telephone number the recipient can call for that assistance; shall provide a telephone number the recipient can call to speak to a meteorologist to obtain assistance in re-programming the unit or in using any function of the unit for the length of time that the recipient shall own the unit; references from 2 or more organizations for whom the company has facilitated a similar program; and a demonstration model of the unit. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Two bids for the weather radios were received. One of the bids was determined to be non- compliant. The bid meeting speciation was submitted by Weather or Not, Inc. Shawnee, Kansas in the amount of $67 for the first 1,000 weather radios, and $66 for the remaining 2,500 radios. Weather or Not, Inc. has successfully completed similar projects in two other mid-west communities. Project Impact federal funding, along with the City's matching dollars, will fund the cost difference of $42 per radio. If all 3,500 weather radios are purchased, the total project cost would be $232,000(including the $15 consumer purchase cost). The breakdown of funding is $174,000 from Project Impact grant dollars, $52,500 consumer, and $5,500 City's matching funds. The engineer's estimate for 3,500 weather radios was $220,000. Approval is recommended. Staff Contact: Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form * _____________ March 22, 2002 * City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-88 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for 1,000 FM Radio S.A.M.E. Weather/All-Hazard Alert Units with a total not to exceed 3,500 units to be available over a specified period of time for the Community Projects Department/Project Impact, according to plans and specifications on file with the Purchasing Division of the Legal Department; and WHEREAS, Federal Emergency Management Act (FEMA) funding in the amount of $174,000 through a Project Impact grant is available to assist in the funding of these weather radios, with the City and consumer responsible for 25% of the total cost of the weather radios; and WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the weather radios will be sold to the public at a cost of $15 per unit; and WHEREAS, on March 18, 2002, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and WHEREAS, Weather or Not, Inc. of Shawnee, Kansas, submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $232,000.00 or $67 per unit for the first 1,000 units and $66 per unit for an additional 2,500 units. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Weather or Not, Inc. of Shawnee, Kansas, for FM Radio S.A.M.E. Weather/All-Hazard Alert Units in the amount of $67 per unit for the first 1,000 units and $66 per unit for an additional 2,500 units is hereby approved as the lowest responsive bid. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G23 #2002-89 - Approving Emergency Repairs to 30" Water Line There are two 30” diameter water transmission lines that move water from the City Well Field to the in-town storage reservoirs. During routine inspection this week, the east line was found to be leaking. The leak is estimated at 300 gpm flow and is located very close to the bridge abutment on Stuhr Road at the Wood River crossing. The exact location of the leak cannot be determined until line excavation is accomplished, but it appears the leak is at a location where this pipeline is deep to cross under the Wood River. The City Water Department equipment is not large enough to do the deep excavation required, sheet piling installation will be required to protect the Stuhr Road bridge, and dewatering will be needed to access the line for repair. The services of a contractor will be required. The estimated cost of the contractor services is $40,000. It is the recommendation of the Utilities Department that Council approve the emergency repair of the 30” water transmission line by Diamond Engineering Company. There are sufficient funds in Water Fund 525 for this repair. See attached RESOLUTION. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader;Dale Shotkoski Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-89 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is required to perform emergency repair of the 30 inch water transmission line from the well field; and WHEREAS, using the City's standard procurement procedures will not allow the required repair work to be completed in an acceptable time frame; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to proceed immediately with the required repair work; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate and necessary to deal with this emergency by proceeding under Section 27-13 of the Grand Island City Code (1988 ed.) and declare and authorize an emergency procurement procedure; and WHEREAS, the Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, is qualified to do such work, and was available and willing to do such work on a very short notice; and WHEREAS, it is estimated that such emergency work can be completed by the Diamond Engineering Company for an amount not to exceed $40,000; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the use of the City's emergency procurement procedures in this situation is hereby ratified. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that emergency work shall be completed by the Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, for the not to exceed figure of $40,000. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Utilities Department is authorized to issue a purchase order to the contractor for such project. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G24 #2002-90 - Approving Donation of Surplus Property From the Fire Department The Fire Department has replaced the following vehicles and they are now surplus. These units are located at different fire stations. To see them contact Fire Station 1 by calling 385- 5300 to arrange a time. Station 1 is located at 302 S. Pine St. Unless another City department has an interest in the vehicles we propose to dispose of them in the following manner. Each of the three vehicles has some value to another fire department in the area. We have received inquiries from three departments that have a need for the following vehicles. Elba Fire Department has requested we consider giving them the truck referred to as Rescue 2. They have a need for an equipment truck and this vehicle suits their needs quite well. Rescue 2 is a 1982 Chevrolet one-ton truck with utility box. This truck was first used by Hall County Sheriff for equipment truck for rescue equipment. It was used for the same purpose by the fire department but it is no longer suitable for the equipment used in rescue. Mileage on this vehicle is 99,246 plus and its condition is fair. The VIN is 1GBHC34JBCS166374. Alda Fire Department has requested we consider giving them the fire truck chassis that once was Engine 4. Engine 4 chassis is a 1983 Ford with 67,303 plus miles. The body of the truck rusted out and has been removed. The pump no longer works and is out of service. This chassis would be used to mount a water tank on. It would then be used for delivering water to fire scenes as needed in areas without fire hydrants. The VIN is 1FDYD84N8DVA33697. St Paul Fire Department has requested that we give them the old aerial ladder truck. We call this truck Ladder 1 and it would require considerable investment in refurbishing the aerial and repairs to the pump to keep the pump in service. Disposal of this truck is in line with Fire Service Committee recommendations and it will serve this neighboring community well with an investment in pump repair compared to a vehicle purchase. As council knows, department personnel questioned the safety of using this truck. While it may serve for a long time without incident, I feel it is not worth the cost of repair and refurbishing to the City of Grand Island in the light of our current equipment and this trucks already long service to the city. This does not eliminate the concern for the safety of the aerial operation; however it can be operated as a water tower with reduced risk of ladder collapse. In no way can we say that it is without any risk and we do not make any claim as to the safety of its use. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Jim Rowell Council.Now - WindStone Inc. Approved as to Form ? _______________ March 22, 2002 ? City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2002-90 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island Fire Department has three vehicles that have been declared surplus; and WHEREAS, the vehicles are of minimal value to the City of Grand Island due to maintenance and/or repair costs necessary for optimum use, however they can be beneficial to smaller communities; and WHEREAS, the Elba Fire Department has requested the City to consider donating the 1982 Chevrolet one-ton truck with utility box referred to as Rescue 2 (VIN #1GBHC34JCBS166374); and WHEREAS, the Alda Fire Department has requested the City to consider donating the 1983 Ford fire truck chassis referred to as Engine 4 (VIN #1FDYD84N8DVA33697); and WHEREAS, the St. Paul Fire Department has requested the City to consider donating the old aerial ladder truck referred to as Ladder 1 (VIN #J-75243). NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Grand Island Fire Department vehicles identified above, previously declared surplus, shall be donated to the fire departments specified above. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on March 26, 2002. _____________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item J1 Payment of Claims for the Period of March 13, 2002 through March 26, 2002 The Claims for the period of March 13, 2002 through March 26, 2002 for a total amount of $2,502,125.22. A MOTION is in order. Tuesday, March 26, 2002 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Council.Now - WindStone Inc.