06-25-2002 City Council Regular Meeting PacketCity of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session Packet
City Council:Mayor:
Ken Gnadt
City Administrator:
Marlan Ferguson
City Clerk:
RaNae Edwards
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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
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action, notification will be provided. If the item is scheduled for a meeting or study session, notification of the date
will be given.
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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 David Vaughn, Victory Bible Fellowship,
2416 North Hancock
City of Grand Island City Council
Item -1
2002-SWA-1 - Approving User Fee Schedule Relative to Solid
Waste Division
ADOJOURN TO SOLID WASTE AGENCY:
The Solid Waste Agency is required to have a budget separate from that of the City. A public
hearing is being held for the fee schedule portion of the Agency budget. The fee schedule was
discussed at the June 18, 2002 City Council Study Session. The Council asked for
information to compare the residential garbage rates of neighboring communities to what the
residents of Grand Island pay. The quarterly garbage rate ranged from $24.60 in Kearney
for once per week pick up of one customer furnished garbage can to $49.30 in Hastings for
once per week pick up of a company furnished tote. The average quarterly rate was $38.75.
Customers in Grand Island are charged from $42.00 to $42.40 for once per week pick up of a
company furnished tote. It is recommended that the Grand Island Solid Waste Agency adopt
the Agency fee schedule for Fiscal Year 2002-2003.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION:
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ?
_______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-SWA-1
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND
ISLAND, NEBRASKA, acting as the governing body of the Grand Island Area Solid Waste Agency, that
the proposed User Fees pertaining to the City of Grand Island Solid Waste Division for the budget year
2002-2003, attached hereto as Exhibit "A", is hereby approved and adopted.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item C1
Proclamation "Home Ownership Month" June 2002
Home ownership is the American Dream which builds the economic stability within our
families and bolsters Nebraska's communities and strengthens our economy. The Mayor has
proclaimed the month of June 2002 as "Home Ownership Month". See attached
PROCLAMATION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Grand Island
State of Nebraska
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, owning one’s home is the American Dream, bringing joy, financial
security and a sense of belonging to the greater community; and
WHEREAS, home ownership is a powerful tool for building economic stability
within our families, thereby bolstering Nebraska’s communities
and strengthening our economy; and
WHEREAS, there are many organizations actively working to increase home
ownership opportunities for Nebraskans through public and private
partnerships at the national, state and local levels; and
WHEREAS, it is important to build a better future for all Nebraskans by
working together to help our citizens realize their dreams of home
ownership; and
WHEREAS, we can promote home ownership by assisting home buyers with
preparing for home ownership, qualifying for mortgages, looking
for homes, buying homes and becoming good home owners and
neighbors by maintaining their property and being active in the
neighborhood.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ken Gnadt, Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska, do hereby
proclaim the month of June, 2002 as
HOME OWNERSHIP MONTH
in the City of Grand Island, and urge all citizens to recognize the
importance of providing every citizen with the opportunity to
achieve their own American Dream.
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-fifth day of June in
the year of our Lord Two Thousand and Two.
_______________________________________
Ken Gnadt, Mayor
Attest: _______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item C2
Proclamation "Push America Day" July 1, 2002
Whereas "Push America" was founded with the intention of providing service and education
to promote a greater understanding of persons with disabilities and have a Journey of Hope
Team traveling by bicycle from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. to carry their message of
acceptance and understanding, the Mayor has proclaimed July 1, 2002 as "Push America
Day" and encourages citizens to recognize the accomplishments of the members of the
Journey of Hope team who have given of their time, energy, and resources for the creation of
greater understanding of Americans with disabilities.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Grand Island
State of Nebraska
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity founded “Push America” with the
intention of providing service and education to promote a
greater understanding of persons with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Push America’s Journey of Hope Team, consisting of members
of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, is going the extra mile for people
with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, the Journey of Hope Team began a bicycle trip on June 2, 2002,
leaving San Francisco, and plans to arrive in Washington, D.C.
on August 4, 2002, traveling over 4,000 miles; and
WHEREAS, the Team will be cycling from city to city carrying their message
of acceptance and understanding to the hearts and home of
people across the United States; and
WHEREAS, upon the completion of their cross-country journey, the team
will have raised more than $300,000 which will further the
cause of Push America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ken Gnadt, Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska, do hereby
proclaim July 1, 2002 as
PUSH AMERICA DAY
in the City of Grand Island, and urge all citizens to join me in
recognizing the accomplishments of the members of the Journey
of Hope team who have given so much of their time, energy,
and resources for the creation of greater understanding of
Americans with disabilities.
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-fifth day of
June in the year of our Lord Two Thousand and Two.
_______________________________________
Ken Gnadt, Mayor
Attest: _______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item C3
Recognition of Jenny Green, Central Catholic High School State
Championship Winner in Pole Vault
The Mayor and City Council will recognize Jenny Green, a Central Catholic High School
Student who won the Class "B" State Championship title in pole vaulting. Jenny also set a
state record in pole vaulting. Jenny and her Coach, Bob Zavala will be present for the
recognition.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Certificate of Appreciation
Awarded to:
Jenny Green
For capturing the State Championship in the Pole Vault.
Your hard work and determination is commendable.
Mayor, Ken Gnadt RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item C4
Recognition of Central Catholic High School Golf Team - State
Championship Winners
The Mayor and City Council will recognize the Central Catholic High School Golf Team for
the State Championship Win. Coach Bob McFarland and team members will be present for
the recognition.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Certificate of Appreciation
Awarded to:
The Central Catholic Golf Team
For working together to capture the State Championship.
Congratulations on a successful end to your season.
Mayor, Ken Gnadt RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item C5
Recognition of Megan Bowden and Maggie McDermott, Central
Catholic High School State Champions in Tennis Doubles
The Mayor and City Council will recognize Megan Bowden and Maggie McDermott, Central
Catholic High School students who won the State Championship Title in Tennis Doubles.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Certificate of Appreciation
Awarded to:
Megan Bowden
For working hard to capture the State Championship in Tennis Doubles.
Congratulations on a successful end to your season.
Mayor, Ken Gnadt RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Certificate of Appreciation
Awarded to:
Maggie McDermott
For working hard to capture the State Championship in Tennis Doubles.
Congratulations on a successful end to your season.
Mayor, Ken Gnadt RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item C6
Presentation by Betty Curtis, Clean Community Systems with
Regards to "Keep Nebraska Beautiful!"
Betty Curtis, Executive Director of Clean Community Systems will make a presentation with
regards to "Keep Nebraska Beautiful!"
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Item D1
#2002-BE-4 - Determining Benefits for Street Improvement
District #1238 - Tech Drive between Central Community College &
College Park
ADJOURN TO BOARD OF EQUALIZATION:
All work has been completed and special assessments have been calculated for the district.
The Certificate of Final Completion was approved by Council on May 21, 2002 and the
Board of Equalization date of June 25, 2002 was established. The total to be assessed,
including Engineering Services equals $ 305,045.27. The Public Works Department
recommends that the Council, sitting as a Board of Equalization, determine the benefits and
pass an ordinance to levy Special Assessments to individual properties as calculated. The
majority of costs for this District will be assessed.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION:
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? __________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-BE-4
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, sitting as a Board of Equalization for Street Improvement
District 1238, after due notice having been given thereof, that we find and adjudge:
That the benefits accruing to the real estate in such district to be the total sum of
$305,045.27; and
Such benefits are equal and uniform; and
According to the front foot and area of the respective lots, tracts, and real estate
within such Street Improvement District 1238, such benefits are the sums set opposite the several
descriptions as follows:
Name Description Assessment
Central Community College Part of the SE1/4, SW1/4 of 29-11-9; more particularly
described as a tract of land lying north of U.S. Highway 34
and east of and adjacent to Tech Drive, being 300 feet east
and west, and 752.52 feet north and south.
159,112.01
College Park at Grand Island Part of the SW1/4, SW1/4 of 29-11-9, more particularly
described as a tract of land lying north of U.S. Highway 34
and west of and adjacent to Tech Drive, being 300 feet east
and west and 750 feet north and south.
145,933.26
TOTAL $305,045.27
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, on June 25, 2002.
____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item E1
Public Hearing on Request of James McCaslin of CXT/LB Foster
for a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for the Continued use of
Temporary Buildings Located at 710 E. US Hwy. #30
James McCaslin representing CXT /LB Foster Company, has submitted an application with
the City Clerk’s Office for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the continued use of two
temporary structures located at 710 E. Hwy #30. The two buildings are used as office and
employee break facilities, they have been on site and approved by council since June of 1998
and are expected to be needed for the life of CXT's initial contract with the Union Pacific.
This contract is expected to expire on September 30,2003. This request has been reviewed by
the Building, Legal, Utilities, Planning and Public Works Departments. It is appropriate at
this time to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Craig Lewis
City of Grand Island City Council
Item E2
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Ingress/Egress Easement at 2322
South Locust Street
A Public Hearing is required for acquisition of an Ingress/Egress Easement at this location.
This acquisition will be used to provide access to the property from a shared driveway. The
owner, Gary Shovlain, has agreed to sell the north sixteen feet of Lot 2, Shovlain Subdivision
to the City of Grand Island for a purchase price of $1.00. It is appropriate at this time to
solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Item E3
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Public Utility Easement at 2322
South Locust Street
A Public Hearing is required for acquisition of an additional Public Utility Easement at this
location. Due to changes in the design for the South Locust project in relation to this
property, additional permanent easement is being acquired. The owner, Gary Shovlain, has
agreed to sell 0.02 acres to the City of Grand Island for a purchase price of $1.00. It is
appropriate at this time to solicit public comment. The action item is contained under the
Consent Agenda.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Item E4
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located in Lots
14 and 15, Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision
A Public Hearing is required for acquisition of all easements. This acquisition will be used
to relocate sanitary sewer main away from a storm sewer main on the property. The Robert
M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, owner of the property, has agreed to sell 0.033 acres to
the City of Grand Island for a purchase price of $1.00. It is appropriate at this time to solicit
public comment. The action item is contained under the Consent Agenda.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Item E5
Public Hearing on Annexation
This is the public hearing required by statute on the proposed annexation of nine areas of
land contiguous and adjacent to the City of Grand Island and proposed annexation plan for
extension of City services to these lands. The annexation plan under consideration was
previously adopted for consideration by Resolution 2002-159. Following the public hearing
the final version of the annexation plan must be adopted and ratified by ordinance, including
any amendments resulting from the Mayor and City Council’s consideration and debate
following the hearing. The proposed annexation plan was delivered to the Council previously.
The current packet includes the proposed annexation ordinance as well as a number of
attachments relating to issues and questions raised during prior meetings with the public as
well as the proceedings on the record during past City Council meetings.
Can The Police And Fire Departments Adequately Serve The Areas Proposed For
Annexation_ Attached are memorandums from the departments confirming that not only are
they able to adequately serve the new areas with existing resources. In the case of the Fire
Department, acquisitions of equipment under consideration for the 2002-2003 budget as well
as the extension of City infrastructure including water and hydrants, will allow fire
protection to improve substantially. This equipment will improve not only fire protection to
the areas proposed for annexation ,but also those parts of our existing community which do
not have hydrants.
Is There Development Potential In Area 4_ A substantial share of the lands in Area 4 is
currently undeveloped. Almost 20 tracts which are not platted, and some platted lands such
as Twins Lake Second Subdivision, are suited for development. However, given the cost of
complying with the state’s requirements for private water and sanitary ewer systems,
significant additional development is not likely until City water and sewer is available.
Will It Cost $20,000-27,000 Per Home To Have City Sewer Service_ Attached is a
spreadsheet showing average front foot costs for recent sanitary sewer projects of the City.
The conservative informal figure used by the City to estimate the average front foot cost for
residential sewer service has been $80.00/ft. The attached spreadsheet illustrates that this
number is sound in that during the period from 1998-2001 in Sanitary Sewer Districts Nos.
486, 487, 489, 490, 492 and 493, the average front foot cost has ranged from $34.89/ft. to
$66.34/ft. for residential properties. Actual cost will depend on design factors for individual
districts these cost are for illustration purposes only.
It should be reiterated that there is no cost until a neighborhood requests creation of a
district, the district passes protest, and is designed and constructed.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
City of Grand Island City Council
What Is The Impact On Development Of The Odor Problems At The Waste Water Treatment
Plant_ Currently the City is in the process of redesigning the WWTP and modifying the
treatment process in a manner which will not only improve odor emissions but also enhance
plant efficiencies and operations. The current cost estimates are in the $5,000,000 range. The
Public Works intends to start engineering and design work in the fall of 2002 with the main
construction to occur during the 2003 construction season. The plant revision will be funded
through refinancing of existing WWTP revenue bonds which are callable in 2004. Based on
projections from the City’s finance department, the plant improvements will not change the
City’s annual debt service payments significantly from those currently in place, but will
extend the payments another 5-7 years. The WWTP redesign and modification can be
handled concurrently with sewer construction in the annexation areas without adversely
affecting the financial integrity of the plant.
Is The Water From Private Wells Better Than That Provided By The City_ Without question,
the water provided by the City’s water department is of higher quality and more closely
monitored than that from private wells. Regarding nitrates, the water supply from the Platte
River Wellfield is less than 1 ppm.The highest nitrate content found in the current municipal
system of wells would likely be 6 ppm found in a well located in the westerly part of the City.
The quality of the City’s water is monitored continuously to be safe, sanitary and reliable.
Attached is a list of critical water test from the Grand Island Hall County Department of
Health from proposed annexation areas 4 and 12 during the period of January 2001 – June
2002. This list includes test of private wells in these areas found to have nitrates in excess of
9.70 ppm and positive coliform test. Nitrates in excess of 10.0 ppm in drinking water may
pose potential health problems to small children and elderly. We have not included the street
addresses or the last two digits of the lab test in order to protect the privacy of the individuals
requesting the test.
Is It Easy To Replace And Relocate A Private Sanitary Sewer System In Area 4_ One
gentleman recently stated before the Regional Planning Commission and the City Council
that he was able to conveniently and easily locate and construct a new septic tank and leach
field in the Kuester Lake area after his older system failed. This understates the problem –
the City Building Department spent substantial time assisting the relocation and layout of the
new field; however, the field is located off the homeowners property and much of that
convenience is directly attributable to the knowledge and assistance of the Building
Department staff.
Staff Contact: Charlie Cuypers
City of Grand Island City Council
DATE: June 20, 2002
TO: Charles Cuypers, City Attorney - Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator
FROM: Kyle L. Hetrick, Chief of Police
RE: Annexation
The Grand Island Police Department has expanded its police force by 15 officers since 1996. In 1996 we
were understaffed as our 1.4 officers per one thousand indicated. The state average for 1st Class cities is 1.9
Officers per one thousand population. We have added the following police officer positions since 1996:
1996 2 Officers Traffic Unit funded by a grant by Nebraska Highway Safety
1997 3 Officers School Resource Officers funded by Federal Grant & GI Schools
1998 2 Officers School Resource Officers funded by Federal Grant & GI Schools
1999 5 Officers Community Oriented Policing Strategies funded by Federal Grant
1999 1 Officer Drug Enforcement Officer funded by HIDTA
2000 1 Officer Housing Authority Officer funded by HUD
2001 1 Officer Allocated for Domestic Violence funded by Crime Commission*
*Grant was not approved, however; position was kept because officers were called to
active military duty as a result of 9-11
The Grand Island Police Department is now staffed with 1.75 officers per one thousand population. (75
sworn officers vs. 60 in 1996). I would not anticipate an immediate need to increase our staffing levels even if
all the proposed annexation areas would be incorporated into our city. If we served 3,000 new city residents,
which is more than the annexed areas would bring in, our officers per one thousand ratio would still be 1.63.,
well ahead of the 1996 level. I do believe that the foresight of council and city administration to add officers
was a major factor in the 25% decrease in our crime rate which happened in 1999.
The most populated annexation areas proposed are of a suburban nature that do not generally call for
extensive police calls for service. Bellevue, Nebraska traditionally has half the crime rate of Grand Island even
though they almost mirror our census population. Their community is very suburban in nature being adjacent
Omaha, plus, Bellevue has annexed large residential areas. The high populated areas in the proposed Grand
Island annexation are traditionally very low crime areas.
Police Department
Additionally, our department is implementing technology improvements that should free more officers time
from burdensome report writing. We replaced in-house computers in 2001 and in 2002 we will have our
computers in the cars. Hopefully, we will start realizing time savings after the learning curve of the new system
"kicks in" around late 2003.
There are additonal efficiencies that need to be explored with manpower deployment, scheduling, and shift
assignment before we consider adding personnel as a result of annexation.
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Fire Department
DATE: June 21, 2002
RE: Annexation
Currently through 2002:
We have been providing emergency medical services to the proposed annexed areas for some time and
believe the service has been satisfactory.
If annexed today:
EMS services will be accompanied by an engine company in the same manner as currently provided on calls
within the city.
Annexed areas will be provided with fire protection in a timely and effective manner. Estimated initial
response times to all proposed annexation areas will be 6 – 8 minutes with normal speed and driving
conditions.
Consideration of future fire station locations will include response times to all areas of the city.
Short term goals to serve all the areas under consideration for annexation are:
· Pumper/tanker – 1500 gallon
This equipment is needed to provide service to areas currently within the city without
adequate hydrants and airport service, as well as those areas under consideration for
annexation.
· Air Rescue Firefighting training
The current budget under consideration for 2002-2003 includes funding for an engine company, irrespective
of results of annexation.
In proposed areas 2, 4, 6, 10 and 12 the availability of water is a concern. Several options to supply water
have been considered; but, the most economical and efficient method in the short term, is to transport water
where needed. The permanent solution is to construct infrastructure to provide city water and hydrants in
neighborhoods as well as along trunk lines. Within a short period of time, with the city’s full time professional
fire department and the extension of city water service to many of the areas under consideration for
annexation, it is expected that the city will be able to provide greater firefighting capacity than is currently
available to these areas.
Long term goals:
· Relocation of stations to improve response.
· Adequate water supply.
· Continuation of specialized training.
Fire Department
-----Original Message-----
From: David Springer
Sent: Friday, June 21, 2002 9:41 AM
To: Charlie Cuypers
Cc: Marlan Ferguson
Subject: WWTP Modifications
One of the questions brought up at this week's council study session related to annexation, was the
impact on development in the eastern edge of the city from the lingering odor problems at the Waste
Water Treatment Plant (WWTP). Our plan to deal with the odor abatement concerns at the WWTP is a
redesign of the plant itself and a modification of their process, which is also intended to enhance
efficiencies and improve operations. We are estimating a cost in the five million dollar range and would
like to start engineering and design work yet this fall with the main implementation work to occur next
season. As we would fund infrastructure needs for annexation of about $4.3 million out of WWTP cash
reserves and operations, this plant revision could be funded through the refinancing of existing WWTP
revenue bonds, which are callable in 2004. We would probably not change our annual debt service
significantly from current costs, just push it out another 5-7 years. In summation, I feel that concurrent
construction of sewer infrastructure in the proposed annexation areas and WWTP modifications is very
doable.
SUMMARY OF CRITICAL WATER TESTS – JANUARY 2001 THROUGH JUNE 2002
PROPOSED ANNEXATION AREA 4
LAB #
DATE
ADDRESS
CITY
N
C
139___ 1/31/01 Grand Island 10.20
141___ 2/8/01 Grand Island 11.10
163___ 6/11/01 Grand Island 17.30
172___ 7/19/01 Grand Island 10.90
173___ 7/24/01 Grand Island 10.60
175___ 8/6/01 Grand Island 9.70
181___ 8/27/01 Grand Island 11.60
186___ 9/12/01 Grand Island 10.00
197___ 10/29/01 Grand Island 11.10
198___ 10/30/01 Grand Island 15.70
217___ 2/13/02 Grand Island 17.10
218___ 2/20/02 Grand Island 11.00
219___ 2/28/02 Grand Island 9.90
224___ 3/27/02 Grand Island 9.90
228___ 4/22/02 Grand Island 10.90
194___ 10/11/01 Grand Island 65
200___ 11/13/01 Grand Island 75
203___ 11/27/01 Grand Island 23
209___ 1/2/02 Grand Island 6
PROPOSED ANNEXATION AREA 12
LAB #
DATE
ADDRESS
CITY
N
C
213___ 1/24/02 Grand Island 21.20 20
217___ 2/19/02 Grand Island 17.80
223___ 3/25/02 Grand Island 18.90 1
223___ 3/26/02 Grand Island 15.10
232___ 5/13/02 Grand Island 19.80
232___ 5/14/02 Grand Island 14.00
Front Foot Cost for Recent Sanitary Sewer Districts (Per side)
Average Front
District Year Foot Charge
Number Const.General Location (Per Side)
486 1998 Reuting Sub.34.89$
487 1998 Farrall Sub.47.96$
489 1999 Pl. Valley 2nd.42.91$
492 2001 R & B 50.80$
Gr. West 2nd 37.44$
493 2001 Potash Sub.66.34$
Grand Island Public Works Department - Engineering Division 6/20/2002
June 20, 2002
Item F1
#8742 - Consideration of #8742 - Consideration of Creating
Sanitary Sewer District # 506, 453' of Lillie Drive West of North
Road
Council action is needed to create a Sanitary Sewer District. If created, a notice will be
mailed to all affected property owners and a 30-day protest period allowed. A petition was
submitted by residents in the area requesting the creation of a Sanitary Sewer District. Public
Works staff has been working on design of this District. The sanitary sewer main will come
from North Road and include only those properties adjacent to Lillie Drive. The Public
Works Department recommends approving creation of the Sanitary Sewer District. A ten
(10) year assessment period is recommended. The majority of the costs for the project will be
assessed to the benefiting properties.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form? _____________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 8742
An ordinance creating Sanitary Sewer District No. 506 of the City of Grand
Island, Nebraska; defining the boundaries thereof; providing for the laying of sanitary sewer
mains in said district; providing for plans and specifications and securing bids; providing for the
assessment of special taxes for constructing such sewer and collection thereof; and providing 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. Sanitary Sewer District No. 506 is hereby created for the
construction of eight (8.0) inch sanitary sewer mains and appurtenances thereto for Lillie Drive,
from North Road west, approximately four hundred fifty-nine (459.0) feet in the city of Grand
Island, Hall County, Nebraska.
SECTION 2. The boundaries of such sanitary sewer district shall be as follows:
Beginning at a point Thirty Three (33.0) feet east of the southeast corner of
Jeanette Subdivisio n, said point being on the east line of North Road; thence west
on the south line of Jeanette Subdivision and a prolongation thereof for a distance
of Five Hundred Twenty Five (525.0) feet; thence north on the west line of Lot
Fourteen (14), Block One (1) Gosda Subdivision and a prolongation thereof to the
? This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds ?
ORDINANCE NO. 8742 (Cont.)
- 2 -
Approved as to Form ? ___________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
northwest corner of Lot Fourteen (14), Block One (1) Gosda Subdivision; thence
east on the north line of Lots Fourteen (14), Fifteen (15) and Sixteen (16), Block
One (1) Gosda Subdivision and a prolongation thereof to the east line of North
Road; thence south on the east line of North Road to the point of beginning, all as
shown on the plat dated June 11, 2002, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and
incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 3. Said improvement shall be made in accordance with plans and
specifications prepared by the Engineer for the City who shall estimate the cost thereof, and
submit the same to the City Council, and thereafter, bids for the construction of such sanitary
sewer shall be taken and contracts entered into in the manner provided by law.
SECTION 4. The cost of construction of such sanitary sewer district shall be
assessed against the property within the district abutting upon the easement or other right-of-way
within which such sanitary sewer main has been constructed, to the extent of benefits to such
property by reason of such improvement, and a special tax shall be levied at one time to pay for
such cost of construction as soon as can be ascertained as provided by law; and suc h special tax
and assessments shall constitute a sinking fund for the payment of any warrants or bonds with
interest, issued for the purpose of paying the cost of such sewer in such district; and such special
assessments shall be paid and collected in a fund to be designated and known as the Sewer and
Water Extension Fund and out of which all warrants issued for the purpose of paying the cost of
sanitary sewer shall be paid.
SECTION 5. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its
passage, approval and publication, without the plat, as provided by law.
SECTION 6. This ordinance, with the plat, is hereby directed to be filed in the
office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska.
ORDINANCE NO. 8742 (Cont.)
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June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
SECTION 7. After passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, 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: June 25, 2002.
____________________________________
Ken Gnadt, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item F2
#8743 - Consideration of Assessments for Street Improvement
#1238 - Tech Drive Between Central Community College &
College Park
This item relates to the action taken earlier whereby the Council, acting as the Board of
Equalization, determined benefits associated with Street Improvement District 1238, Tech
Drive. The District was established June 12, 2001 and construction was completed in Spring
2002. This ordinance provides for setting the assessment and levying the special taxes.
Approval is recommended. See attached ORDINANCE.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _____________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 8743
An ordinance to assess and levy a special tax to pay the cost of construction of
Street Improvement District No. 1238 of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska; to provide for the
collection of such special tax; to repeal any provision of the Grand Island City Code, ordinances,
and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; 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. There is hereby assessed upon the following described lots, tracts
and parcels of land specially benefited, for the purpose of paying the cost of construction of said
Street Improvement District No. 1238, as adjudged by the Council of said City, sitting as a Board
of Equalization, to the extent of benefits accruing thereto by reason of such improvement, after
due notice having been given thereof as provided by law; and a special tax for such cost of
construction is hereby levied at one time upon such lots, tracts and land as follows:
* This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds *
ORDINANCE NO. 8743 (Cont.)
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Approved as to Form ? ___________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
Name Description Assessment
Central Community College Part of the SE1/4, SW1/4 of 29-11-9; more particularly
described as a tract of land lying north of U.S. Highway 34
and east of and adjacent to Tech Drive, being 300 feet east
and west, and 752.52 feet north and south.
159,112.01
College Park at Grand Island Part of the SW1/4, SW1/4 of 29-11-9, more particularly
described as a tract of land lying north of U.S. Highway 34
and west of and adjacent to Tech Drive, being 300 feet east
and west and 750 feet north and south.
145,933.26
TOTAL $305,045.27
SECTION 2. The special tax shall become delinquent as follows: One-tenth of
the total amount shall become delinquent in fifty days; one-tenth in one year; one-tenth in two
years; one-tenth in three years; one-tenth in four years, one-tenth in five years; one-tenth in six
years; one-tenth in seven years; one-tenth in eight years; and one-tenth in nine years respectively,
after the date of such levy; provided, however, the entire amount so assessed and levied against
any lot, tract or parcel of land may be paid within fifty days from the date of this levy without
interest, and the lien of special tax thereby satisfied and released. Each of said installments,
except the first, shall draw interest at the rate of seven percent (7.0%) per annum from the time
of such levy until they shall become delinquent. After the same become delinquent, interest at
the rate of fourteen percent (14.0%) per annum shall be paid thereon, until the same is collected
and paid.
SECTION 3. The treasurer of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, is hereby
directed to collect the amount of said taxes herein set forth as provided by law.
SECTION 4. Such special assessments shall be paid into a fund to be designated
as the “Paving District Assessment Fund” for Street Improvement District No. 1238.
ORDINANCE NO. 8743 (Cont.)
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Approved as to Form ? ___________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
SECTION 5. Any provision of the Grand Island City Code, and any provision of
any ordinance, or part of ordinance, in conflict herewith is hereby repealed.
SECTION 6. 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: June 25, 2002.
____________________________________
Ken Gnadt, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item F3
#8744 - Consideration of Annexation (First Reading)
Following the public hearing on the proposed annexation of the nine areas recommended by
staff, this is the first reading of the annexation ordinance. By statute the rules cannot be
suspended to permit adoption of the ordinance on less than three meeting held on separate
days. The ordinance adopts and ratifies the annexation plan after the public hearing,
describes the boundaries of the annexed areas and requires recording the ordinance in the
Register of Deeds office following final approval and publication in pamphlet form. The
ordinance may be amended to annex less than the nine total areas by the Mayor and City
Council.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Charlie Cuypers
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _____________
March 5, 1999 ? City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 8744
An ordinance to extend the boundaries and include within the corporate limits of,
and to annex to the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, various tracts of land more particularly
described herein; to provide service benefits thereto; to confirm zoning classifications ; to repeal
any ordinance or resolutions or parts of thereof in conflict herewith; to provide for publication in
pamphlet form; and to provide the effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. It is hereby found and determined that:
(A) The nine tracts of land, the boundaries of which are hereinafter more
particularly described on Exhibits "A" through "I", are urban or suburban in character, and that
the subject property is contiguous or adjacent to the corporate limits of said City.
(B) The subject lands will receive the material benefits and advantages currently
provided to lands within the City's corporate limits including, but not limited to police, fire,
emergency services, street maintenance, and utilities services upon annexation to the City of
* This Space Reserved For Register of Deeds *
ORDINANCE NO. 8744 (Cont.)
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June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
Grand Island, Nebraska, and that City electric, water and sanitary sewer service is available, or
will be made available, as provided by law.
(C) The various zoning classifications of the subject tracts of land shown on the
Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, are hereby confirmed.
(D) There is unity of interest in the use of the said tracts of land, lots, tracts,
highways and streets (lands) with the use of lands in the City, and the community convenience
and welfare and in the interests of the said City will be enhanced through incorporating the
subject lands within the corporate limits of the City of Grand Island.
(E) The plan for extending City services adopted by the City Council by the
passage and approval of Resolution No. 2002-159, be and is hereby approved and ratified as
amended.
SECTION 2. The boundaries of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, be and are
hereby extended to include within the corporate limits of the said City the contiguous and
adjacent tracts of land located within the boundaries described on Exhibits "A" through "I",
attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 3. The subject tracts of land are hereby annexed to the City of Grand
Island, Hall County, Nebraska, and said lands and the persons thereon shall thereafter be subject
to all rules, regulations, ordinances, taxes and all other burdens and benefits of other persons and
territory included within the City of Grand Island, Nebraska.
SECTION 4. The owners of the land so brought within the corporate limits of the
City of Grand Island, Nebraska, are hereby compelled to continue with the streets, alleys,
easements, and public rights-of-way that are presently platted and laid out in and through said
ORDINANCE NO. 8744 (Cont.)
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Approved as to Form ? ___________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
real estate in conformity with and continuous with the streets, alleys, easements and public
rights-of-way of the City.
SECTION 5. That a certified copy of this Ordinance shall be recorded in the
office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska and indexed against the tracts of land
on Exhibits "J" through "S", attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 6. Upon taking effect of this Ordinance, the services of said City shall
be furnished to the lands and persons thereon as provided by law, in accordance with the Plan for
Extension of City Services adopted by herein.
SECTION 7. That all ordinances and resolutions or parts thereof in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
SECTION 8. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval and publication, in pamphlet form, as provided by law.
Enacted: June 25, 2002.
____________________________________
Ken Gnadt, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G1
Approving Minutes of June 11, 2002 City Council Regular Meeting
The Minutes of the June 11, 2002 City Council Regular Meeting are submitted for approval.
See attached MINUTES.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
June 11, 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 June 11, 2002. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on
June 5, 2002.
Mayor Ken Gnadt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were present:
Councilmembers Pielstick, Ward, Seifert, Larson, Hornady, Whitesides, Haase, Murray, Walker
and Sorensen. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Marlan Ferguson,
City Clerk RaNae Edwards, City Attorney Charlie Cuypers, Public Works Director Steve Riehle
and Finance Director David Springer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was said followed by the INVOCATION given by Reverend Julie
Bringelson, First United Methodist Church, 4190 West Capital Avenue.
RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS: 13 individuals reserved time to speak on
agenda items.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS:
Presentation by Monty Montgomery, President of the Economic Development Corporation.
Economic Development President, Monty Montgomery and Curtis Griess presented an update on
the economic development projects in Grand Island.
Proclamation “United States Army Week” June 12-18, 2002. Mayor Gnadt proclaimed the week
of June 12-18, 2002 as “United States Army Week”. Sgt. 1st Class Cunningham from the Grand
Island Recruiting Station was present to receive the proclamation.
Steve Snook and Roger Clark spoke concerning the upcoming Union Pacific Historical Society
2002 annual convention to be held in Grand Island on June 26-30, 2002.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Request of Richard and Kimberly Wiseman dba Capital Liquor, 3357 West
Capital Avenue for Change of Location to 710 North Diers Avenue and Name Change to Grand
Island Liquor Mart. RaNae Edwards, City Clerk, reported that Richard and Kimberly Wiseman
dba Capital Liquor, 3357 West Capital Avenue, had submitted an application with the City
Clerk’s Office for a change of Location to 710 North Diers Avenue and a name change to Grand
Island Liquor Mart. Ms. Edwards presented the following exhibits for the record: application
submitted to the Liquor Control Commission and received by the City on May 29, 2002; notice
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to applicant of date, time, and place of hearing mailed on May 29, 2002; notice to the general
public of date, time, and place of hearing published on June 1, 2002; Chapter 4 of City Code and
departmental reports as required by City Code. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easements Located in Lot 8, of Proposed Meadowlark
West Fourth Subdivision. (Robert M. Allen Family Partnership, L.L.C.) Steve Riehle, Public
Works Director reported that acquisition of utility easements was required to locate public
utilities away from the new building to be constructed. The Robert H. Allen Family Partnership,
L.L.C., owners, had agreed to sell miscellaneous easement tracts in Lot 8, Meadowlark West
Fourth Subdivision to the City of Grand Island for a purchase price of $1.00 in order to have
access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances. This easement would be
used to facilitate a new pad mounted transformer. No public testimony was heard.
ORDINANCES:
Councilmember Sorensen moved that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title
on three different days be suspended and that ordinances numbered:
#8740 - Consideration of Creating Water Main District #400
#8741 - Consideration of Vacating Existing Utility Easement Located in Lot 8, of
Proposed Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision
be considered for passage on the same day upon reading by number only and that the City Clerk
be permitted to call out the number of these ordinances on their first reading and then upon final
passage and call for a roll call vote on each reading and then upon final passage. Councilmember
Larson seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Mayor: Is there any one in the audience interested in these ordinances? No public testimony was
heard.
City Clerk: Ordinances #8740 and #8741 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of
these ordinances on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion
adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #8740 and #8741 on final passage. All those in favor of the passage of
these ordinances on final passage, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye.
Motion adopted.
Mayor: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon final passage, Ordinances
#8740 and #8741 are declared to be lawfully passed and adopted upon publication as required by
law.
CONSENT AGENDA: Items G-17 and G-30 were removed from the Consent Agenda. Motion
by Pielstick, second by Hornady, carried unanimously to approve the Consent Agenda excluding
items G-17 and G-30.
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Receipt of Official Document – Hall County Election Commissioner Certificate of Elections.
Receipt of Official Document – Planning Commission Recommendations Relative to
Annexation.
Receipt of Official Document – Community Redevelopment Authority Resolution.
Approving Appointment of Steve Poppe to the Business Improvement District #2 Board.
Approving Minutes of May 21, 2002 City Council Regular Meeting.
Approving Minutes of June 4, 2002 City Council Study Session. Councilmember Walker
abstained.
Approving Request of Jeffrey S. Richardson, #47 Kuester Lake for Liquor Manager Designation
for Balz, Inc. dba Balz Sports Bar, 3421 West State Street.
Approving Request of Richard and Kimberly Wiseman dba Capital Liquor, 3357 West Capital
Avenue for Change of Location to 710 North Diers Avenue and Name Change to Grand Island
Liquor Mart.
#2002-151 – Approving Proposal for Pistol Range Engineering Services with Jacobson Helgoth
Consultants, Inc., Omaha, Nebraska in an Amount not to exceed $59,400.00.
#2002-152 – Approving Change Order #1 for Installation of Irrigation System at Sucks Lake
Park with Tilley Sprinkler Systems, Grand Island, Nebraska for an Increased Amount of
$5,742.10 and a Revised Contract Amount of $51,737.10.
#2002-153 – Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Installation of Irrigation System at
Sucks Lake Park with Tilley Sprinkler Systems, Grand Island, Nebraska.
#2002-154 – Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Installation of Fence at Webb Road
Athletic Fields with American Fence Co. of Grand Island, Nebraska.
#2002-155 – Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Speed Slide Complex at Island Oasis
Water Park with Neuman Pools, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.
#2002-156 – Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Patti Anne Subdivision. It
was noted that Frances Kruse, owner, had submitted the final plat for Patti Anne Subdivision,
located east of St. Paul Road and north of Capital Avenue for the propose to develop 2 lots.
#2002-157 – Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Westwood Park Seventh
Subdivision. It was noted that Rudolf F. Plate, Jeannice R. Plate and Tim C. Plate, owners, had
submitted the final plat for Westwood Park Seventh, located south of Faidley Avenue and west
of North Road for the propose to develop 24 lots.
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#2002-158 – Approving Agreement with the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency for
Handling Hazardous Materials.
#2002-160 – Approving Boundaries for Business Improvement District #4 and Appointing
Board.
#2002-161 – Approving Bid Award for Sanitary Sewer District #500, Seedling Mile Road to
Starostka Group Co., Grand Island, Nebraska in the Amount of $150,861.31.
#2002-162 – Approving Donation of Surplus Motor Grader from the Street Division, Public
Works Department to the Grand Island School District.
#2002-163 – Approving Bid Award for Pre-Formed Cold Plastic Pavement Markings to Swarco,
Colombia, Tennessee in the Amount of $36,673.70.
#2002-164 – Approving Bid Award for 26,000 lb. Below Ground Two Cylinder Truck Hoist to
Yant Equipment, Inc., Grand Island, Nebraska in the Amount of $13,506.80.
#2002-165 – Approving Agreement with the Nebraska Department of Roads for Purchase of
Digital Camera and Scanner at 20% Cost to the City or Approximately $189.60.
#2002-166 – Approving Additional Fund for City Pension Plan with Ameritas.
#2002-167 – Approving Bid Award for 2002 4-Wheel Drive Compact Tractor for the Police
Department to Toners, Inc., Grand Island, Nebraska in the Amount of $14,231.88.
#2002-168 – Approving Purchase of 1,000 Additional Weather Radios Through Project Impact
Program at a Cost of $66.00 Per Unit.
#2002-169 – Approving State Bid Award for 25 Dell Laptop Computers for the Police
Department to Dell Computers, Round Rock, Texas in the Amount of $46,977.00.
#2002-170 – Approving Change Order #1 for Turbine/Generator Control Engineering Services
with Black & Veatch, Kansas City, Missouri for an Increase of $27,500.00 and a Revised
Contract Amount of $287,500.00.
#2002-171 – Approving Change Order #1 for Burdick Station Circuit Breakers with General
Electric-Hitachi HVB for an Increase of $8,975.10 and a Re vised Contract Amount of
$158,560.10.
#2002-173 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easements Located in Lot 8, of Proposed
Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision. (Robert M. Allen Family Partnership, L.L.C.)
#2002-159 – Approving Annexation Plan and Scheduling Public Hearing. Motion was made by
Whitesides, second by Larson to approve Resolution #2002-159. Rollie Reynolds, 239 South
Lakeside Drive; Louise Miller, 1104 West Charles Street; Kim Meyer, 4221 Springview Drive;
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Dan Springer, 3624 Schroeder Avenue; Dave Keeling, 3556 Schroeder Avenue; Chris Riha,
3560 Hillside Drive and Lewis Kent, 624 East Meves Avenue spoke in opposition. Don
Robertson, 3904 Calvin Drive spoke in a neutral position. Tom O’Neill, 804 West Stolley Park
Road complimented the Council and staff on presentations of this issue.
City Attorney Charlie Cuypers explained the process for annexation and that approval of this
resolution would set the Public Hearing date and move this issue forward. Discussion was held
regarding the Fire and Police services in these areas. Mr. Cuypers also mentioned a change to the
Annexation Plan on page three which would include the Fire Department taking into account
those areas which had been annexed in the course of future location, development, construction
and operation of its fire stations. Councilmember Larson made a friendly amendment to that
effect and was accepted by Councilmember Whitesides.
Upon roll call vote, Councilmembers Ward, Seifert, Larson, Hornady, Whitesides, Haase,
Murray and Walker voted yes. Councilmember Pielstick and Sorensen voted no. Motion
adopted.
#2002-172 – Approving Amendment to Contract for Engineering Services for Independence
Avenue Extension with Olsson Associates, Grand Island, Nebraska in the Amount of
$85,935.00. Motion by Murray, second by Whitesides to deny Resolution #2002-172.
Councilmember Murray stated he felt we should wait and review other options due to the costs.
Upon roll call vote, Councilmember Murray voted yes. Councilmembers Pielstick, Ward, Seifert,
Larson, Hornady, Whitesides, Haase, Walker and Sorensen voted no. Motion failed.
Motion by Seifert, second by Whitesides to approve Resolution #2002-172, carried unanimously.
Motion adopted.
RESOLUTIONS:
#2002-174 – Repeal and Replace Resolution #2002-148 Rela tive to Sidewalk Plans in the
Vicinity of Seedling Mile, Stolley Park and Engelman Elementary Schools. It was reported that
various council members had indicated an interest in reconsidering or amending Resolution
2002-148, which set a deadline for installing sidewalks by the time school resumed in the fall of
2002. An amended resolution had been drafted which postponed completion of the sidewalks
until approximately one year from now, June 1, 2003.
Motion by Pielstick, second by Sorensen to approve Resolution #2002-174 to amend Resoluton
#2002-148 extending the time frame to install sidewalks until June 1, 2003. Discussion was held
regarding financing, sidewalk districts, safety, neighborhood associations, costs, ag land issues,
grants and time frames.
Motion was made by Sorensen to table Resolution #2002-174 until the June 25, 2002 City
Council meeting. Second by Pielstick. Upon roll call vote, Councilmembers Pielstick, Haase,
Walker and Sorensen voted yes. Councilmembers Ward, Seifert, Larson, Hornady, Whitesides,
and Murray voted no. Motion failed.
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Jerry Hirschman, 2315 Gateway Avenue; Toni Kirk, 4302 Claussen Road; Mary Stolley, 2312
Gateway Avenue; Ken Neinhueser, East Seedling Mile Road; Lance Burhman, 4315 Blauvelt
Road and Jack Stolley, 2312 Gateway Avenue spoke in opposition. Herb Worthington, 4262
Pennsylvania Avenue; Mike 2805 Fort Worth Avenue and Georgette Walsh, 4347 Kay Avenue
spoke in support. Virginia Bowman, 4265 Vermont Avenue spoke concerning the cost, time and
safety issues. Tom O’Neill, 804 West Stolley Park Road mentioned the idea of putting in
sidewalks throughout the City as an emergency.
Upon roll call vote, Councilmembers Pielstick, Haase and Sorensen voted yes. Councilmembers
Ward, Seifert, Larson, Hornady, Whitesides, Murray and Walker voted no. Motion failed.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Whitesides, second by Sorensen, carried unanimously to approve the Claims for the
period of May 22, 2002 through June 11, 2002, for a total amount of $4,599,664.36.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
Item G2
Approving Minutes of June 18, 2002 City Council Study Session
The Minutes of the June 18, 2002 City Council Study Session are submitted for approval. See
attached MINUTES.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
June 18, 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
June 18, 2002. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on June 12,
2002.
Mayor Ken Gnadt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were present:
Councilmembers Pielstick, Ward, Seifert, Larson, Hornady, Whitesides, Haase, Murray and
Walker. Councilmember Sorensen was absent. The following City Officials were present: City
Administrator Marlan Ferguson, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, City Attorney Charlie Cuypers,
Public Works Director Steve Riehle and Finance Director David Springer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was said.
RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS: One individual reserved time to speak on
agenda items.
Presentation of US Fish and Wildlife Platte River Critical Habitat Designation. Gary Mader,
Utilities Director, and Ron Bishop, Central Platte Natural Resources District Manager, reported
that the United Stated Fish and Wildlife Service (USF&W) had promulgated a wide range
critical habitat designation for the Piping Plover. In Nebraska, this designation reached part of
the Platte, Niobrara, Loup and Missouri Rivers. It also included river reaches and lakes in North
and South Dakota and Minnesota.
This designation had the potential to greatly change the way water was used in the State,
including the City’s well field. The importance of the designation, and its possible affects on
Nebraska water use, had been the catalyst to bring a number of organizations together as the
Nebraska Habitat Conservation Coalition (NHCC).
The group included natural resource districts, power districts, irrigation districts and farm
groups. This designation comes at the same time that the Platte River Cooperative Agreement
(CA) was ongoing.
Mr. Mader recommended the City join the coalition, funding from Fund 525, Water Enterprise
Fund. Fiscal effects included expenditure of $3,000.00 annually for three years from Fund 525.
Councilmember Murray questioned the benefit of Grand Island joining this coalition. Mr. Bishop
stated that this issue was not over and anticipated additional issues including maybe court action,
but that if this did go to court they would not be back asking for more money. Councilmember
Ward asked what the cost of replacing our well fields would be. Mr. Mader stated it would
depend on where the well fields would be located and at this tine would be hard to put a price on
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it. Councilmember Larson felt we should join the coalition. Councilmember Pielstick requested
this issue be brought before Council at the next regular meeting of June 25, 2002.
Review of Street Lighting Standards. Steve Riehle, Public Works Director, reported that
Councilmember Whitesides had requested that the city review the street lighting standards to see
if the standards should be modified so that additional lights could be installed along Third Street.
The current street lighting standard for residential city streets was to install a street light at every
intersection. If the distance between intersections puts the lights more then 400 feet apart, the
city would install an additional light as long as the 8 adjacent residents support the installation.
The distance between intersections along Third Street was 344 feet. This distance between
intersections was typical for the older parts of the city. Kearney, Lincoln and York's residential
street lighting standards call for streetlights at every intersection. Hastings has many streetlights
that may be as close as 75' on alternate sides of the street. Many are at 150'. Mr. Riehle stated
Hastings was currently reviewing their street lighting standards because they would like to
reduce their annual expenses for street light electricity and maintenance.
Mr. Riehle stated there were 4,078 streetlights for an annual cost per streetlight being $51.29.
Possible solutions would be to upgrade current standards or allow residents to add extra lights.
Councilmember Whitesides stated he originally wanted to see more streetlights on Third Street,
but that there were other areas in the city that would need more lighting. Councilmember Murray
questioned the amount of lighting on Third Street compared to other streets and if there had been
any complaints from other areas. Mr. Riehle stated there were concerns at 13th Street, Potash and
Capital Avenue. Councilmember Larson stated concerns about how this came about, whether it
was from the citizens or from the city. Councilmember Whitesides stated he felt we should look
at the standards and possibly deal with these on a case-by-case basis.
Lewis Kent, 624 Meves Avenue, mentioned that trees were growing over the lights and it might
be helpful if they were trimmed to get the most benefit of these lights.
Councilmember Whitesides recommended staff look at the standards and the lighting on Third
Street and other arterial streets.
Discussion Regarding Obstructions in the Right of Way. Steve Riehle, Public Works Director,
reported that Easements and Alley/Street Right of Ways were used to build things such as
electric lines, water mains, sanitary sewer mains, other utilities, streets and alleys. Easements
allow use of the land while ownership remains with the original property owner. That enables the
property owner to use their land with minimal impact on their property. Building or sign set
backs are not impacted by the easements.
Property for streets and alleys was acquired as Right of Ways. Right of Way does affect building
set backs. Keeping those easements and Right of Ways clear of obstructions was difficult.
Easements throughout town have been built up with fences, sheds, dog kennels, landscaping,
sprinkler systems, and other obstructions. These obstructions make access to the easements and
the utilities within those easements difficult if not impossible. Alley Right of Ways were
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generally kept clear because they are only 16' to 20' wide and many of the alleys were regularly
used by neighbors or garbage trucks.
Street Right of Ways in areas where the sidewalk is at the back of curb were especially hard to
keep clear of obstructions. Many property owners consider the land behind the curb to be their
yard. Right of Ways are public property and any specific use by an individual at the expense of
the general public use should be very limited.
If an individual would like to use an easement or Alley/Street Right of Way they must obtain a
license agreement with a $100 application fee. The license agreement is approved
administratively after review by city staff and filed with the property documents at the Register
of Deeds Office. If staff denies an application for a license agreement, the applicant can appeal
the decision to council for an additional $50.
Mr. Riehle stated the system was difficult to administer. City staff does not have time to patrol
the town looking for obstructions that were being built. Some individuals follow the rules and
ask for permission to install an obstruction by applying for a license agreement. Other
individuals put up obstructions without asking for permission and hope to sneak by without
getting caught. When caught they usually ask for forgiveness.
Mr. Riehle stated obstructions in easements cause grief, but the obstructions (primarily fences) in
the Right of Ways have staff concerned. Issues mentioned include safety for pedestrians using
the sidewalk and where to put the snow during snow removal operations.
Councilmember Walker questioned where the easements were. Mr. Riehle stated it varies across
town. Councilmember Larson asked what recourse the city had if citizens built in the easement.
Craig Lewis, Building Department Director, stated the city could make the property owner
remove the structure. City Attorney Charlie Cuypers stated these problems has caused problems
between neighbors.
Lewis Kent, 624 Meves Avenue, questioned trees that were in the right-of-way and what could
be done. City Attorney Charlie Cuypers stated that the City Code had regulations with regards to
trimming trees.
Review of Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2002-2003. Finance Director, David Springer reported
that the fee schedule was reviewed at a study session before incorporating into the city's annual
budget. The User Fee Schedule will be presented to the City Council for adoption on June 25,
2002. The Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department had proposed solid waste fee
schedule because the proposed rate for packer trucks is being increased more then the other solid
waste fees.
Councilmember Pielstick stated she had problems with the increase in landfill fees. She felt
raising rates would cause more people not to use the trash hauler services and more trash would
be dumped in the roadsides. Public Works Director Steve Riehle made a presentation with
regards to the landfill fees. Kevin McKennon, Solid Waste Superintendent, spoke concerning the
landfill rates. Councilmember Walker commented that Council could not control what the
haulers charge.
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Councilmember Haase questioned the water park fees. Parks and Recreation Director Steve
Paustian stated there were no other parks around this area to compare to and the increased fees
would cover maintenance costs and salaries for the summer employees.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
Item G3
Approving Request of CXT/LB Foster Company for Renewal of
Conditional Use Permit for Temporary Structures at 710 E. Hwy.
#30
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing. James McCaslin representing
CXT/LB Foster Company, has submitted an application with the City Clerk’s Office
for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the continued use of two temporary structures
located at 710 E. Hwy #30. This request has been reviewed by the Building, Legal, Utilities,
Planning and Public Works Departments. Approval is recommended.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Craig Lewis
City of Grand Island City Council
Item G4
#2002-97 - Approving Acquisition of Ingress/Egress Easement at
2322 South Locust Street
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing. Acquisition of an Ingress/Egress
Easement located at 2322 South Locust is required in order to have access to the property
from a shared driveway. Approval is recommended. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-97
WHEREAS, an ingress/egress easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from Gary
E. Shovlain and Linda D. Shovlain, husband and wife, to allow public access including the rights of
ingress/egress on a tract of land adjacent to South Locust Street; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 25, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the
proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot Sixteen (16) Shovlain
Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the easement and right-of-way being more
particularly described as follows:
The North Sixteen (16.0) feet of Lot Two (2), Shovlain Subdivision in the City of Grand
Island, Hall County, Nebraska.
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 an ingress/egress easement from Gary E. Shovlain and Linda D. Shovlain, husband
and wife, on the above-described tract of land.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 25, 2002.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G5
#2002-98 - Approving Acquisition of Public Utility Easement at
2322 South Locust Street
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing. Acquisition of a Public Utility
Easement located at 2322 South Locust is required in order to have access to install, upgrade,
maintain, and repair utility appurtenances, including lines, transformers, water mains,
sanitary and storm sewers. Approval is recommended. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-98
WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from Gary E.
Shovlain and Linda D.Shovlain, husband and wife, to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power
appurtenances, including lines and transformers; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 25, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the
proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot Two (2) Shovlain Subdivision,
in Section Twenty Eight (28), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Nine (9) West of the 6th P.M. in the City
of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the utility easement and right-of-way being more particularly
described as follows:
Referring to the northeast corner of Lot 2 Shovlain Subdivision; thence on an assumed
bearing of south 88º38'47" west along the north line of said Lot 2 a distance of 5.51 feet;
thence south 01º24'10" east a distance of 120.46 feet to a point on the south line of said
Lot 2; thence south 89º22'22" west along the south line of said Lot 2 a distance of 31.01
feet; thence north 01º06'42" west a distance of 5.00 feet; thence north 89º22'22" east a
distance of 28.99 feet; thence north 01º24'12" west a distance of 83.66 feet to the actual
point of beginning; thence south 88º36'03" west a distance of 21.51 feet; thence north
01º24'02" west a distance of 9.0 feet; thence north 88º36'03" east a distance of 21.50 feet;
thence south 01º24'10" east a distance of 9.0 feet to the point of beginning. Containing an
area of 139.5 square feet, more or less.
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 Gary E. Shovlain and Linda D. Shovlain, husband and
wife, on the above-described tract of land.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 25, 2002.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G6
#2002-175 - Approving Donation of Surplus Equipment from
Parks and Recreation Department
The Parks and Recreation Department has replaced a scoreboard at the Ryder Park Baseball
Field. The scoreboard has been offered to other Departments and was advertised for sale in
the Grand Island Daily Independent. No one showed interest in acquiring the scoreboard at
that time. Recently the Phillips Baseball Program in Phillips, Nebraska has requested the
scoreboard be donated to them. As the scoreboard is surplus and its operating capacity
questionable the Parks and Recreation Department recommends the scoreboard be donated
to the Phillips NE, Baseball Program.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: stevep
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-175
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department replaced a scoreboard at the Ryder
Park Baseball Field; and
WHEREAS, the old scoreboard has been declared surplus, and advertised for sale in the
Grand Island Independent, with no interested buyers; and
WHEREAS, the Phillips Baseball Program in Phillips, Nebraska has requested that such
scoreboard be donated to them.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the surplus scoreboard shall be donated to the
Phillips Baseball Program in Phillips, Nebraska.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G7
#2002-176 - Approving Change Order #1 for Main Power
Transformers - Combustion Turbine Project with Waukesha
Electric Systems
As part of the generator addition project at Burdick Station, two transformers were required
for substation modifications. Waukesha Electric Systems of Waukesha, Wisconsin was
awarded the contract for the transformers on September 25, 2001 in the amount of
$947,800. Sales tax was computed at a rate higher than required. The attached Change
Order #1 reduces sales tax by $8,680 of the original contract for a final contract price of
$939,120.
Recommendation:
The Utilities Department recommends authorizing this Change Order # 1 to the Main Power
Transformers contract at the Burdick Generating Station for a reduction in the contract price
of $8,680.
Fiscal Effects:
Bonded project.
Alternatives:
None recommended. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader;Dale Shotkoski
City of Grand Island City Council
Grand Island Utilities Dept./ 100 East 1st St. / Box 1968 / Grand Island, Nebraska 68802-1968
(308) 385-5444, ext. 280 / FAX: (308) 385-5488
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today.
TO: Waukesha Electric Systems CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
ATTN: Mr. Daniel Huebert
400 South Prairie Avenue
Waukesha, WI 53186
PROJECT: Main Power Transformers Change Order – CT Addition: Burdick Generating Station,
Utilities Department
You are hereby directed to make the following change in your contract.
1. Deletion for calculation of 5% sales taxes on transformers and warranty.
ADD: $ or DELETE: $ 8,680.00
The original Contract Sum $ 947,800.00
Previous Change Order Amounts: $ .00
The Contract Sum is increased by the Change Order # 1 $
The Contract Sum is decreased by the Change Order # 1 $ 8,680.00
The total modified Contract sum to date $ 939,120.00
The Contract substantial completion date is August of 2002.
Approval and acceptance of this Change Order acknowledges understanding and agreement that the cost and time
adjustments included represent the complete values arising out of and/or incidental to the work described herein.
Additional claims will not be considered.
APPROVED: CITY OF GRAND ISLAND
By:_________________________________ Date:
Mayor
Attest:______________________________ ________________________________
Approved as to Form, City Attorney
ACCEPTED: Waukesha Electric Systems
By:_________________________________ Date:
Daniel Huebert
Approved as to Form ?
_______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-176
WHEREAS, on September 25, 2001, by Resolution 2001-253, the City Council for the
City of Grand Island awarded the bid for Main Power Transformer for Burdick Station to Waukesha
Electric Systems of Waukesha, Wisconsin; and
WHEREAS, sales tax was included in the award price at a rate higher than required; and
WHEREAS, the reduction in the cost of sales tax has been incorporated into Change Order
No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the sales tax for this bid decreases the cost of the project by $8,680.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is, authorized and
directed to execute Change Order No. 1 between the City of Grand Island and Waukesha Electric System
to reduce the sales tax in the amount of $8,680.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G8
#2002-177 - Approving Change Order #1 for Disconnect Switches -
Combustion Turbine Project with USCO Power Equipment Corp.
As part of the combustion turbine project at Burdick Station, manual disconnect switches for
were required for substation modifications. USCO Power Equipment Corporation of
Birmingham, Alabama was awarded the contract for the switches October 23, 2001 in the
amount of $75,516. The elimination of auxiliary switches from the switches and ground
switches on all eight breakers resulted in a deduction in the contract price in the amount of
$3,060. An addition to the contract in the amount of $4,347.36 resulted because sales tax
was not included in the original bid. The attached Change Order #1 results in a net increase
to the original contract in the amount of $1,287.36 for a final contract price of $76,803.36.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Utilities Department recommends authorizing this Change Order # 1 to the 115vK
Manual Disconnect Switches contract at the Burdick Generating Station for an addition to
the contract price of $1,287.36.
FISCAL EFFECTS:
Bonded project.
ALTERNATIVES:
None recommended. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Grand Island Utilities Dept./ 100 East 1st Street / Box 1968 / Grand Island, Nebraska 68802-1968
(308) 385-5444, ext. 280 / FAX: (308) 385-5488
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today.
TO: USCO Power Equipment Corporation CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
P.O. Box 2272
Birmingham, AL 35201-2272
PROJECT: 115vK Manual Disconnect Switches Contract Change– CT Addition – Cherry Street Substation
You are hereby directed to make the following change in your contract.
1. Deletion of auxiliary switches from the switches and ground switches on all eight breakers. Total amount of $
3,060.00.
2.
3. Addition of 6% sales tax on materials only. Total addition of $4,347.36
ADD: $ 4,347.36 and DELETE: $ 3,060.00
The original Contract Sum $ 75,516.00
Previous Change Order Amounts: $ 0.00
The Contract Sum is increased by the Change Order # 1 $ 4,347.36
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The Contract Sum is decreased by the Change Order # 1 $ 3,060.00
The total modified Contract sum to date $ 76,803.36
Approval and acceptance of this Change Order acknowledges understanding and agreement that the cost and time
adjustments included represent the complete values arising out of and/or incidental to the work described herein.
Additional claims will not be considered.
APPROVED: CITY OF GRAND ISLAND
By:_________________________________ Date:
Mayor
Attest:______________________________ ________________________________
Approved as to Form, City Attorney
ACCEPTED: USCO Power Equipment Corporation
By:_________________________________ Date:
Title: _______________________________
Approved as to Form ?
_______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-177
WHEREAS, on October 23, 2001, by Resolution 2001-292, the City Council for the City
of Grand Island awarded the bid for 115kV manual disconnect switches to USCO Power Equipment
Corporation of Birmingham, Alabama; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that modifications to the work to be performed by
USCO Power Equipment Corporation are necessary; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the result of such modifications for this project will increase the contract
amount by $1,287.36.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is, authorized and
directed to execute Change Order No. 1 between the City of Grand Island and USCO Power Equipment
Corporation to provide the following modifications:
Amount
Elimination of auxiliary switches on 8 breakers.........................................................................$(3,060.00)
Sales Tax not included in original contract..................................................................................4,347.36
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G9
#2002-178 - Approving Change Order #1for Distributed Control
System - Combustion Turbine Project with ABB Automation, Inc.
As part of the combustion turbine project at Burdick Station, ABB Automation Incorporated
from Wickliffe, Ohio was awarded the contract for the distributed control system on
December 7, 2001. Additional hardware, cabinet, UPS, data highways and graphics were
required to complete the project. This resulted in an addition to the contract price in the
amount of $11,470.00. Labor to install and modify this hardware addition totaled
$12,074.00. Sales tax was not included in the original bid, which also resulted in an addition
of $8,566.44. The attached Changed Order #1 details the net increase to the original contract
in the amount of $32,110.44 for a final contract price of $264,795.44.
Recommendation:
The Utilities Department recommends authorizing this Change Order #1 to the Distributed
Control System contract at the Burdick Generating Station for an addition to the contract
price of $32,110.44.
Fiscal Effects:
Bonded project.
Alternatives:
None recommended. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Grand Island Utilities Dept./ 100 East 1st St. / Box 1968 / Grand Island, Nebraska 68802-1968
(308) 385-5444, ext. 280 / FAX: (308) 385-5488
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today.
TO: ABB Automation, Inc. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
ATTN: Mr. John Nocero
29801 Euclid Avenue
Wickliffe, OH 44092
Mail Station W3G17
PROJECT: DISTRIBUTED CONTROL SYSTEM – CT ADDTION BURDICK GENERATING STATION
You are hereby directed to make the following change in your contract.
1. Addition for hardware, cabinet, UPS and data highways ADD: $11,470.00
2. Addition for labor for installation of cabinets ADD: $ 5,454.00
3. Addition for labor for installation of additional graphics ADD: $ 6,620.00
4. Addition of sales taxes applied to materials only ADD: $ 8,566.44
ADD: $32,110.44 and/or DELETE $
Original Contract Sum $ 232,685.00
Previous Change Order Amounts $ .00
The contract sum is increased by this Change Order $ 32,110.44
The total modified Contract Sum to date $ 264,795.44
Approval and acceptance of this Change Order acknowledges understanding and agreement that the cost and time
adjustments included represent the complete values arising out of and/or incidental to the work described herein.
Additional claims will not be considered.
APPROVED: CITY OF GRAND ISLAND
By:_________________________________ Date:
Mayor
Attest:______________________________ ________________________________
Approved as to Form, City Attorney
ACCEPTED: ABB AUTOMATION, INC.
By:_________________________________ Date:
Approved as to Form ?
_______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-178
WHEREAS, on November 20, 2001, by Resolution 2001-317, the City Council for the
City of Grand Island awarded the bid for Distributed Control System to ABB Automation Incorporated of
Wickliffe, Ohio; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that modifications to the work to be performed by
ABB Automation Incorporated are necessary; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the result of such modifications for this project will increase the contract
amount by $32,110.44, for a final contract price of $264,795.44.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is, authorized and
directed to execute Change Order No. 1 between the City of Grand Island and ABB Automation
Incorporated to provide the following modifications:
Amount
Additional hardware, cabinet, UPS, data highways and graphics................................................$11,470.00
Labor to install and modify hardware .......................................................................................12,074.00
Sales Tax not included in original contract..................................................................................8,566.44
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G10
#2002-179 - Approving Bid Award for Digital Panel Meters
The Electric Department is in the process of upgrading equipment to conform with current
industry practice. The following components are being added or replaced: digital relays,
circuit breakers, communications equipment and panel meters.
Almost all of our existing panel meters are analog which was industry standard until about
20 years ago. A major deficiency with analog meters is they are hardwired for a particular
Current Transformer and Potential Transformer ratio. As Grand Island increases current
carrying limits on distribution feeders, the existing analog meters no longer indicate
correctly. Digital panel meters also give an indication of items such as power quality, which
is becoming important in the future environment. A single digital panel meter measures
multiple quantities through programmable instrument transformer ratios. A single type of
digital panel meter will replace multiple types of analog panel meters. This reduces both
total meter count and simplifies inventory.
Discussion:
The cost of digital panel meters is comparable to analog meters. The cost is sufficiently low
that meters can be purchased individually, without taking bids. However, savings can be
realized by obtaining competitive bids for quantity purchase. A single type of digital meter
ensures consistency and simplifies design, programming, and operation. Rather than
purchase digital panel meters individually, it is preferable to purchase a sufficient quantity to
satisfy forthcoming needs. 110 meters were specified.
The defacto standard for panel meters is the Bitronics (Recently purchased by Alstom.)
digital meter. Several manufacturers can furnish meters comparable to the Bitronics meter.
Specifications were written around the Bitronics meter but generic enough to allow other
vendors to bid with only minor exceptions.
Some exceptions are tolerable and represent mainly variations in display philosophy. Other
exceptions cannot be tolerated. For our applications, digital panel meters must be DC
powered, so they can indicate correctly during a power loss. They must be capable of severe
current overloads, so they do not open current transformers during fault conditions. Some
manufacturers market multiple lines of digital panel meters; the less expensive meters are
incapable of meeting the most critical requirements.
Specifications were prepared and advertised in accordance with City Purchasing Code.
A total of eight bids were received from six manufacturers. Of those eight meters, four were
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
City of Grand Island City Council
for the lower tier meters. Each of the six bidders produce meters that will fully comply with
the intent of the Specifications, two of these manufacturers choose to offer only their less
expensive, non-compliant products. The following information states the bids and the
exceptions for each one. 1)Statec/Statec/PM130P-U-5-1AC - Exceptions - Will not accept
125 VDC control power input. Will not measure total harmonic distortion. Max withstand
current is 250 A for 1 second. Notes - This is an alternate bid for Satec - Total Bid
(including tax and shipping) $37,322.00 2)Kriz-Davis/Statec/PM130P-U-5-1AC -
Exceptions - Will not accept 125 VDC control power input. Will not measure total harmonic
distortion. Max withstand current is 250 A for 1 second. Notes - This is an alternate bid for
Kriz-Davis - Total bid including tax and shipping $42,325.80 3)Electro Industries/Electro
Industries/DMMS300-V-A-KW-120-115A-SF485 - Exceptions - Stated no exceptions on their
bid, however, the part number given indicated a couple of exceptions. Will not accept 125
VDC control power input. Max withstand is 50 A for 3 seconds - Notes - Electro Industries
makes but did not offer a higher quality meter. Total bid including tax and shipping
$43,142.00 4)Wesco/PML/P6200A0A0B0A0A0R - Exceptions - Will not display min/max
values on front panel (only available through a computer download). Max withstand current
is 120 A for 1 second. Notes - PML makes but did not offer a higher quality meter. Total bid
including tax and shipping $45,357.40 5)Satec/Satec/PM172P-U-5-ACDC - Exceptions -
Stated no exceptions, however, further research indicates one minor exception. Max
withstand current is 300 A for 1 second. Notes - The meter will continue to operate at the
specified low temperature, however, at a lower accuracy. Total bid including tax and
shipping $75,673.00 6)Kriz-Davis/Satec/PM172P-U-5-ACDC - Exceptions - Max withstand
current is 300 A for 1 second. Notes - The meter will continue to operate at the specified low
temperature, however, at a lower accuracy. Total bid including tax and shipping $83,135.80
7)Alstom/Alstom/Multicomm RTH Meter - Exceptions - Min amps per phase are not
included. Frequency min/max is not included. Notes - Alstom recently purchased the
Bitronics line of meters. Total bid including tax and shipping $90,750.00 8)Dutton
Lainson/Schlumberger/Q1000 - Exceptions - Minor - Notes - There may be a premium grade
of meters. Since the Bitronics style is adequate, this possibility was not investigated. Total
bid including tax and shipping $369,505.40.
Recommendation:
After carefully evaluating the bids, it is the recommendation of the Utilities Department that
Satec’s bid for $75,673.00 be accepted. This is the lowest price acceptable level meter listed.
The Utilities Department has purchased two of Satec’s lower level meters for evaluation
purposes and has been impressed with their quality. Satec’s higher-level meter meets all
primary specifications with only one minor exception.
Fiscal Effects:
Expenditure of $75,673 from Electric Enterprise Fund 520.
Alternatives:
Award to Kriz Davis/Satec at $83,135.80. See attached RESOLUTION.
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader;Dale Shotkoski
City of Grand Island City Council
Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Dale M. Shotkoski, Assistant City Attorney
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
AMENDED
Being amended due to Satec had also submitted an alternate bid which was not noticed
till after the bid’s were opened.
BID OPENING DATE: June 12, 2002 @ 11:00 a.m.
FOR: (110) 3-Phase Digital Panel Meters
DEPARTMENT: Utilities
ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE: $150,000
FUND/ACCOUNT: 520
PUBLICATION DATE: May 24, 2002
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 8
SUMMARY
Bidder: Wesco Distribution, Inc. Dutton-Lainson Company
Grand Island, NE Hastings, NE
Bid Security: Liberty Mutual Insurance Co. Continental Casualty Co.
Exceptions: Noted Noted
Bid Price: $45,357.40 w/sales tax $369,505.40 w/sales tax
Bidder: Satec, Inc. Electro Industries/Gaugetech
Summit, NJ Westbury, NY
Bid Security: $3,570.00 $2,158.00
Exceptions: None None
Bid Price: $75,673.00 w/sales tax $43,142.00 w/sales tax
Alternate Bid: $37,322.00 w/sales tax
Bidder: Alstom T& D, Inc. Kriz-Davis Co.
Bethlehem, PA Grand Island, NE
Bid Security: $5,000.00 St. Paul Guardian Insurance
Exceptions: Noted Noted
Bid Price: $90,750.00 w/o sales tax Bid Price: $83,135.80 w/sales tax
Alternate Bid: $42,325.80 w/sales tax
cc: Gary Mader, Utilities Director
Travis Burdett, Electrical Engineer II
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent
Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
Bid specs. given to Travis Burdett, Phelps Control
P-728
(110) 3-Phase Digital Panel Meters
Approved as to Form ¤
_______________
June 21, 2002 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-179
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for One Hundred Ten (110) 3-
Phase Digital Panel Meters, according to plans and specifications on file with the Purchasing Division of the
Legal Department; and
WHEREAS, on June 12, 2002, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Satec, Inc. of Summit, New Jersey, 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 $75,673.00 with sales tax; and
WHEREAS, Satec, Inc.'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 Satec, Inc. of Summit, New Jersey, in
the amount of $75,673.00 with sales tax for one hundred ten (110) 3-phase digital panel meters is hereby
approved as the lowest responsive bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G11
#2002-180 - Approving No Parking Designation from 7:00 AM to
4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Along Prospect Street Between
Lafayette Ave & Park Ave
Parking restrictions on City streets are set by the City Council through a Resolution. Grand
Island Senior High has requested, through the Police Department, a parking restriction to
solve a parking and loitering problem. It is recommended that Council approve a Resolution
prohibiting parking from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday along Prospect
Street from Lafayette Avenue to Park Avenue. Minimal costs will be incurred for signs.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-180
WHEREAS, the City Council, by authority of §22-77 of the Grand Island City Code, may
by resolution, entirely prohibit, or fix a time limit for the parking and stopping of vehicles in or on any public
street, public property, or portion thereof; and
WHEREAS, a request has been made to restrict parking on both sides of the street from 7
a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday along Prospect Street from Lafayette Avenue to Park Avenue; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the City to effect such regulations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that:
1. A parking restriction be established from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday along
Prospect Street, from Lafayette Avenue to Park Avenue.
2. The Street Department is directed to erect and maintain the signs and street markings
necessary to effect the above regulation.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G12
#2002-181 - Approving Bid Award - Street Improvement District
1240, Mansfield Road, Allen Avenue & Morrison Drive in Grand
West Third Subdivision
The Engineering Division of the Public Works Department advertised for bids for Street
Improvement District No. 1240, Grand West Third Subdivision on May 23, 2002. The Public
Works Department, Engineering Division and the Purchasing Division of the City Attorney’s
Office reviewed all bids received on June 10, 2002. All bids received met specifications. The
bids received were less than the engineer’s estimate of $274,924.83. A summary of the bids
received is attached. It is recommended that Council award the contract to The Diamond
Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of $ 222,829.65. There are
sufficient funds in Account No. 40033525-90046. The costs for this project will be assessed
to the owner.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Dale M. Shotkoski, Assistant City Attorney
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE: June 10, 2002 @ 11:00 a.m.
FOR: Street Improvement District No. 1240
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE: $274,924.83
FUND/ACCOUNT: Capital Projects Fund
PUBLICATION DATE: May 23, 2002
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 11
SUMMARY
Bidder: Castle Construction, Inc. The Diamond Engineering Company, Inc.
Columbus, NE Grand Island, NE
Bid Security: Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Company Travelers Casualty and Surety Company
of America
Exceptions: None None
Bid Price: $237,953.20 $222,829.65
cc: Steve Riehle, Public Works Director
Ron Underwood, Senior Civil Engineer
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent
Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
Bid specs. given to Ron Underwood
P-725
Approved as to Form ¤
_______________
June 21, 2002 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-181
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Street Improvement District
No. 1240, according to plans and specifications on file with the City Engineer; and
WHEREAS, on June 10, 2002, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, The Diamond Engineering Company, Inc. 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 $222,829.65; and
WHEREAS, The Diamond Engineering Company, Inc.'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 The Diamond Engineering Company,
Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $222,829.65 for Street Improvement District No. 1240 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.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G13
#2002-182 - Approving Bid Award - One Used Farm Tractor for
Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department
The Wastewater Treatment Division of the Public Works Department advertised for bids for
one (1) Used Farm Tractor for use in Division operations. The Public Works Department,
Wastewater Treatment Division, and the Purchasing Division of the City Attorney’s Office
have reviewed all bids received for the Used Farm Tractor. All bids received were lower than
the estimate of $25,000 with trade in. A summary of the bids is attached. It is recommended
that Council award the bid to T & B Sales of Grand Island in the amount of $12,800.00 for
the Used Farm Tractor including trade in as the lowest responsible bid. There are sufficient
funds in Account No. 53030054-85615 to purchase this equipment.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Dale M. Shotkoski, Assistant City Attorney
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE: June 6, 2002 @ 11:00 a.m.
FOR: Used Farm Tractor
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE: $25,000.00 with trade -in
FUND/ACCOUNT: 53030054-85615
PUBLICATION DATE: May 21, 2002
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 6
SUMMARY
Bidder: T & B Sales Green Line Equip., Inc. Landell Thelen, Inc.
Grand Island, NE Grand Island, NE Shelton, NE
Bid Security: $640.00 $1,400.00 $1,150.00
Exceptions: None None None
Bid Price w/ Trade -in: $12,800 $24,500 $23,000
cc: Ben Thayer, WWTP Operations and Engineering
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent
Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
Bid specs. given to Ben Thayer
P-724
Approved as to Form ¤
_______________
June 21, 2002 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-182
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for one Used Farm Tractor for the
Wastewater Treatment Division, according to plans and specifications on file with the City Engineer; and
WHEREAS, on June 6, 2002, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, T & B Sales 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 $12,800; and
WHEREAS, T & B Sales' bid is less than the estimate for such tractor.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of T & B Sales of Grand Island, Nebraska,
in the amount of $12,800 for one used farm tractor is hereby approved as the lowest responsive bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G14
#2002-183 - Approving Change Order for Library Expansion
Project, Phase II
The Grand Island Public Library has developed Change Order #001 to the contract for
Library Expansion Project, Phase II. The contract was awarded to Starostka Group Co. of
Grand Island on April 16, 2002, in the amount of $82,000.00. The net increase of Change
Order #001 is $2,288.50 which allows for addition of sidelights to two doors, deletion of the
art display railing, revision of the reveal molding detail, addition of brackets for moveable
partition support, addition of track lighting, and moving of existing thermostat. These
changes will allow library staff to view and monitor the computer lab and tutoring center,
improve art display lighting, allow the meeting room partition to be placed without risk of
harming the structure, and allow other necessary alterations. The revised contract amount
will be $84,288.50. Approval is recommended. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Fosselman
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ?
_______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-183
WHEREAS, on April 9, 2002, by Resolution 2002-99, the City Council for the City of
Grand Island awarded the bid for Library Expansion Project, Phase II to Starostka Group Co. of Grand
Island, Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that modifications to the work to be performed by
Starostka Group Co. are necessary; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the result of such modifications for this project will increase the contract
amount by $2,288.50, for a revised contract amount of $84,288.50.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is, authorized and
directed to execute Change Order No. 1 between the City of Grand Island and Starostka Group Co. to
provide the following modifications:
Amount
Add sidelights to doors 130 & 131, delete art display railing, revise reveal molding detail.....................$-0-
Add brackets for moveable partition support ...............................................................................1,270.90
Add track lighting ......................................................................................................................798.60
Move existing thermostat............................................................................................................219.00
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G15
#2002-184 - Approving Change Order #1 to the Contract with The
Diamond Engineering Company for Sanitary Sewer District 492, R
& B Subdivision
The construction contract was awarded to The Diamond Engineering Company, Grand
Island Nebraska, on April 24, 2001. Any change orders to the contract must be approved by
the Council. The Public Works Department prepared Change Order #1 to make the following
changes: Fiber mesh concrete was added to replace a property owner's existing fiber mesh
concrete driveway; Culvert pipes were installed to improve drainage in the area; and C-900
pipes were required by the State Department of Environmental Quality where water lines
were crossed. It is recommended that Council pass a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to
execute the Change Order. Sufficient funds are available in account 53030055-85213. The
costs will be assessed to benefiting properties.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ?
_______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-184
WHEREAS, on April 24, 2001, by Resolution 2001-99, the City Council for the City of
Grand Island awarded the bid for Sanitary Sewer District 492 to The Diamond Engineering Company of
Grand Island, Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that modifications to the work to be performed by The
Diamond Engineering Company are necessary; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the result of such modifications for this project will increase the contract
amount by $25,146.82.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is, authorized and
directed to execute Change Order No. 1 between the City of Grand Island and The Diamond Engineering
Company to provide the following modifications:
Amount
Remove and replace 7" driveway with fiber mesh......................................................................$3,334.32
Add 12" C-900 culvert pipe.......................................................................................................7,328.50
Add 8" C-900 sewer/water crossing pipe....................................................................................2,340.00
Add 4" C-900 sewer/water crossing pipe..................................................................................12,144.00
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G16
#2002-185 - Approving Certificate of Final Completion for
Sanitary Sewer District 492, R & B Subdivision.
The contract for Sanitary Sewer District 492 was awarded to The Diamond Engineering
Company of Grand Island, Nebraska on April 24, 2001 and work commenced in Summer
2001. The project was completed in June 2002. The project was completed at a construction
price of $570,238.68. Total cost of the project, including contract administration, is
$626,645.43. It is recommended that Council accept the Certificate of Final Completion and
set the Board of Equalization date of August 13, 2002. The costs of this project will be
assessed to benefiting properties.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ?
_______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-185
WHEREAS, the Public Works Director of the City of Grand Island has issued his
Certificate of Final Completion for Sanitary Sewer District 492, located north of 13th Street and west of
North Road, certifying that The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, under contract
dated April 24, 2001, has completed such project according to the terms, conditions, and stipulations for
such improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Director recommends the acceptance of the final
completion; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the Public Works Director's recommendations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that:
1. The Public Works Director's Certificate of Final Completion for Sanitary Sewer District 492, is
hereby confirmed.
2. The City Council will sit as a Board of Equalization on August 13, 2002 to determine benefits and
set assessments for Sanitary Sewer District 492.
3. A warrant be issued from Account No. 53030055-85213 in the amount of $51,571.89 payable to
The Diamond Engineering Company for the total amount due the contractor.
4. The costs of contract administration be credited to Account No. 100.130.04516 from Account
No. 53030055-85213 in the amount of $45,376.09.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G17
#2002-186 - Approving Agreement to Join the Nebraska Habitat
Conservation Coalition
The United Stated Fish and Wildlife Service (USF&W) has promulgated a wide ranging
critical habitat designation for the Piping Plover. In Nebraska, this designation includes
reaches of the Platte, Niobrara, Loup and Missouri Rivers. It also includes river reaches and
lakes in North and South Dakota and Minnesota. A map of the Nebraska designation is
attached.
Discussion:
This designation has the potential to greatly change the way water is used in the State,
including the City’s well field. The importance of the designation, and its possible affects on
Nebraska water use, has been the catalyst to bring a number of organizations together as the
Nebraska Habitat Conservation Coalition (NHCC). The group includes natural resource
districts, power districts, irrigation districts and farm groups. Given this designation has the
potential to affect the primary source of Grand Island’s drinking water supply, the Well
Field, the City should participate in the coalition. A copy of the Interlocal Agreement for the
NHCC is attached.
Recommendation:
It is the recommendation of the Utilities Department that the City join the coalition, funding
from Fund 525, Water Enterprise Fund.
Fiscal Effects:
Expenditure of $3,000.00 annually for three years from Fund 525. There are sufficient
funds available.
Alternatives:
Do not participate in the coalition. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into by and between
Central Platte Natural Resources District
Lower Loup Natural Resources District
Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District
Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District
Loup Public Power District
Nebraska Public Power District
The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District
Twin Platte Natural Resources District
North Platte Natural Resources District
Twin Loups Reclamation District
Upper Loup Natural Resources District
Upper Elkhorn Natural Resources District
Lower Platte North Natural Resources District
Tri-Basin Natural Resources District
Southern Public Power District
Dawson Public Power District
Middle Loup Public Power and Irrigation District
North Loup River Public Power and Irrigation District
Farwell Irrigation District/Sargent Irrigation District
South Platte Natural Resources District
Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District
Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District
City of Lexington
all of which are political subdivisions of and are situated in the State of Nebraska.
IT IS AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES HERETO, EACH ACKNOWLEDGING
THE RECEPIT OF GOOD, ADEQUATE, AND VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, AS FOLLOWS:
1. AUTHORITY: This Agreement is made and entered into by the parties pursuant to the
authority conferred upon each under the Interlocal Cooperation Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. §13-801
through §13-827.
2. COALITION: The parties herewith and hereby create the Nebraska Habitat
Conservation Coalition (hereinafter referred to as “COALITION”). The COALITION shall be
governed by the terms hereof and shall be the instrument through which and by which the parties
to this Agreement pursue the purposes described in this Agreement. The COALITION shall be
an entity separate and distinct from the respective parties hereto, and no party hereto is the
agent, employee or representative of the COALITION or any other party. The parties hereto
agree that contracts entered into, obligations undertaken, and liabilities incurred by the
COALITION shall be the separate contracts, obligations and liabilities of the COALITION, and not
the contracts, obligations or liabilities of the respective parties hereto.
3. PURPOSE: The COALITION established hereby shall provide the authority,
resources, services, studies, and facilities needed for the representation of the interests of the
parties to this Agreement in proceedings before all agencies, tribunals, courts, and any
administrative, legislative, executive, or judicial bodies concerning or affecting the designation of
critical habitat for piping plovers in Nebraska by the U.S. Department of Interior, U.S. Fish &
Wildlife Service and, to inform and educate the public concerning the proposed designation and
the effects and impacts thereof on the people and resources of the State of Nebraska and to
perform and pursue such other activities concerning such other matters related to critical habitat
designation in Nebraska as the COALITION may determine necessary and beneficial, including
the support of alternatives to critical habitat designation for piping plovers (and least terns as
appropriate). This Agreement shall provide the organizational and administrative structure and
enumeration of the powers, privileges and authority of the financial cooperative effort and the
COALITION. The powers, privileges and authorities of the COALITION shall not exceed those
powers, privileges or authorities exercised or capable of being exercised by each of the parties to
this Agreement, nor shall they be used in a manner that is in violation of any of the parties’ public
purposes.
4. BOARD OF DIRECTORS: The affairs, actions and conduct of the business of the
COALITION shall be by a Board of Directors. Each member of the Board of Directors shall be
entitled to one vote and the majority of the votes cast on any issue shall determine the issue,
except where a higher percentage shall be specifically required by this Agreement or by-laws
adopted by the Board. Th e Board of Directors shall be composed of 23 members, one each
representing each of the parties to this Agreement. Each director and any designated alternate
shall be duly and properly appointed by the respective governing bodies of each of the separate
and individual parties to this Agreement, but it shall not be required that any director of the
COALITION so appointed be a publicly elected member of the governing body of any party to this
Agreement. Each Board member shall serve at the pleasure of his or her respective
organization. Any vacancy, which occurs in the Board, shall be filled within 60 days through the
appointment of a replacement by the represented party. Members of the Board of Directors shall
select from their membership a Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary/Treasurer. The Board
of Directors shall exercise authority over the COALITION in accordance with applicable laws and
shall set the policy, and shall delegate executive, supervisory and organizational authority to its
officers and committees. Meetings of the Board of Directors shall be conducted at least annually
and at such other frequent times as may be required by the business of the COALITION. A
majority, i.e. 12 of the members of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for the
transaction of business. A lesser number in attendance at any meeting shall have power to
adjourn.
5. CHAIRMAN, VICE CHAIRMAN, AND SECRETARY/TREASURER: The Chairman
shall preside at all the meetings of the Board of Directors, shall decide all questions of order, with
advice of the Board appoint the members to all committees except the executive committee, be
an ex-officio member of all committees, and have such general powers and duties of supervision
and management as shall be necessary and germane or required for the execution and
prosecution of the affairs of the COALITION. The Vice Chairman shall serve in the absence of
the Chairman and in the Chairman’s absence shall have all of the powers and duties of the
Chairman and shall have such other powers and duties as the Chairman or Board of Directors
shall from time to time delegate to the Vice Chairman. The Secretary/Treasurer to the Board
shall keep minutes of all meetings conducted by the COALITION, and shall be the keeper of the
records of the COALITION. The Secretary/Treasurer shall prepare and submit in writing a
monthly report of the state of the finances of the COALITION and pay COALITION money only
upon authorization signed by the chairman of the Board or in the absence of the Chairman by the
Vice Chairman. Payment of all accounts after authorization shall be made on check signed by
the Secretary/Treasurer. The Secretary/Treasurer shall serve without bond. In addition to the
foregoing, the officers shall have such other and additional duties, powers, privileges and
authority as the Board of Directors may, in by-laws or otherwise, determine appropriate or
necessary and by Board action delegate or direct.
6. COMMITTEES: The Board of Directors or the Chairman shall have the power to
establish such committees as may be necessary, appropriate or beneficial to the conduct of the
affairs of the COALITION. Such committees shall have such powers, duties and authorities as
shall be delegated to it by the Board of Directors, which powers, duties, and authorities shall not
be inconsistent with or exceed those powers and duties granted to the COALITION under this
Agreement. The Board of Directors and the Chairman are authorized to designate from its
members an executive committee which shall consist of the COALITION’S Chairman, Vice
Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer and the Chairmen of the various committees established by the
Board, which executive committee shall have and may exercise only such powers and authorities
as are delegated to it by the Board of Directors. The designation of any committees and the
delegation thereto of authority shall not operate to relieve the Board of Directors or any member
thereof of any responsibility imposed by this Agreement nor shall the Board of Directors delegate
to any committee the authority to set policy or to make expenditures on behalf of the COALITION.
Any committee established by the Chairman shall be approved by the Board at its next meeting.
7. POWERS: The COALITION shall have all the powers, privileges and authority
exercised or capable of being exercised by each of the individual and separate parties to this
Agreement to achieve the purposes of the COALITION as set forth in this Agreement. Such
powers, privileges and authority shall include but not be limited to, the power, privilege and
authority to:
(a) Receive and accept donations, gifts, grants, bequests, appropriations or other
contributions or assistance in monies, services, materials or otherwise from the United
States or any of its agencies, from the state or any of its agencies or political subdivisions, or
from any persons, and to use or expend all such contributions in carrying on its operations.
(b) Establish advisory groups by appointing individuals from among the parties to this
Agreement and pay necessary and proper expenses of such groups as the Board shall
determine, and dissolve such groups.
(c) Employ such persons as are necessary to carry out the purposes of the
COALITION and this Agreement and to pay the necessary and proper expenses of said
persons.
(d) Adopt and promulgate rules and regulations to carry out the purposes of the
COALITION and this Agreement.
(e) Establish such committees as are necessary to carry out the purposes of the
COALITION and this Agreement and to pay the necessary and proper expenses of such
committee.
(f) Make and execute contracts and other instruments necessary or convenient to the
exercise of its powers.
(g) From time to time to make, amend and repeal by-laws, rules and regulations to
carry out and effectuate its powers and purposes, which by-laws, rules and regulations shall
not be inconsistent with the Interlocal Cooperation Act or this Agreement.
The foregoing clauses shall be construed both as objects and powers but no recitation,
expression or declaration as to such specific powers herein enumerated shall be deemed to be
exclusive and it is hereby expressly declared that all other lawful power conferred upon each of
the individual and separate parties to this Agreement not inconsistent with the authorization given
under the Interlocal Cooperation Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. §13-801 through §13-827 are hereby
included. As used in this Agreement the term “persons” shall have the same meaning as used in
Neb. Rev. Stat. §49-801(16). Provided further nothing in this Agreement shall operate to relieve
any party hereto of any obligation or responsibility imposed upon it by law nor shall this
Agreement or its operation preclude any party hereto from conducting or pursuing independent
action in regard to each party’s separate and independent obligations or responsibilities.
8. DURATION: The COALITION shall commence business from and after the date on
which the parties to this Agreement have executed this Agreement and the COALITION and this
Agreement shall continue in existence until the completion of all proceedings including appeals
and remands from appeals affecting or concerning the designation of critical habitat within
Nebraska in any agency, court, tribunal, or administrative, legislative, executive or judicial body
within or outside the State of Nebraska.
9. FINANCES AND BUDGET: Annually or at such other frequent intervals as the Board
of Directors of the COALITION may determine, each of the parties hereto shall contribute such
funds as are necessary to conduct the operations and to pursue the purposes of the COALITION
and the purposes and objects of this Agreement as provided hereinafter in this Section 9. Each
of the entities hereto irrevocably commit the following funds to the initial operation of the
COALITION:
Party 1st Year 3 Year –
Contribution Maximum Contribution
Central Platte Natural Resources District $5,000.00 $15,000.00
Lower Loup Natural Resources District $5,000.00 $15,000.00
Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District $5,000.00 $15,000.00
Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District $5,000.00 $15,000.00
Loup Public Power District $5,000.00 $15,000.00
Nebraska Public Power District $5,000.00* $15,000.00*
The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District $5,000.00* $15,000.00*
Twin Platte Natural Resources District $4,000.00 $12,000.00
North Platte Natural Resources District $4,000.00 $12,000.00
Twin Loups Reclamation District $3,000.00 $ 9,000.00
Upper Loup Natural Resources District $2,000.00 $ 6,000.00
Upper Elkhorn Natural Resources District $2,000.00 $ 6,000.00
Lower Platte North Natural Resources District $5,000.00 $15,000.00
Tri-Basin Natural Resources District $4,000.00 $12,000.00
Southern Public Power District $3,000.00 $ 9,000.00
Dawson Public Power District $3,000.00 $ 9,000.00
Middle Loup Public Power and Irrigation District $3,000.00 $ 9,000.00
North Loup River Public Power and Irrigation District $3,000.00 $ 9,000.00
Farwell Irrigation District/Sargent Irrigation District $3,000.00 $ 9,000.00
South Platte Natural Resources District $2,000.00 $ 6,000.00
Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District $2,000.00 $ 6,000.00
Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District $5,000.00 $15,000.00
City of Lexington $2,000.00 $ 6,000.00
* Up to $2,000.00 provided as “in-kind” each year.
Annually, beginning no more than 30 days after the formation of the COALITION and
commencement of business, and continuing each year thereafter during the existence of this
COALITION, the Board of Directors shall establish and adopt a budget for the prosecution and
completion of the work undertaken by the COALITION.
Concurrent with the establishment of the budget each year, the Board of Directors of the
COALITION shall consult with each remaining party to this Agreement regarding their ability to
contribute toward such funds as are necessary to conduct the operations and to pursue the
purposes of the COALITION. Upon completion of the budget, the Board of Directors of the
COALITION shall determine the assessment to be submitted to each remaining party to this
Agreement and shall thereafter assess each of such parties for said amount. Upon receipt of the
assessment, each remaining party shall have 60 days to pay the assessment or submit a written
notice of withdrawal, in the event of such withdrawal the withdrawing party shall not be liable for
the assessment imposed during the sixty days preceding the withdrawal. In addition, the Board
of Directors shall be entitled to and shall have the power to solicit and obtain such contributions
and other funds and monies as may be available to the COALITION from all persons,
associations, and entities of any kind whatsoever including persons not a party to this Agreement.
10. WITHDRAWAL: Any party to this Agreement may withdraw from this Agreement and
from representation on the COALITION upon written notification to the Chairman of the
COALITION. Such withdrawal shall be effective upon receipt of the written notification. Any party
withdrawing from the Agreement and from representation shall be entitled to immediately secure
their own representation. Following withdrawal the withdrawn member shall no longer be a party
to this Agreement, and the withdrawn member shall not be bound by this Agreement, except that
(a) the withdrawn member shall not be entitled to any refund of any contribution or assessment
previously paid to the efforts of the COALITION, and (b) the withdrawn member shall remain
liable for its share of any costs properly approved and incurred (costs for labor and services are
not considered incurred until the work has been performed for the COALITION) by the
COALITION through the effective date and time of withdrawal to the extent such costs exceed all
sums available to the COALITION through the date of withdrawal. Such share shall be
determined in accordance with the allocation for the assessment of parties outlined in 9 above as
of the date of the withdrawal notice. The parties agree that a withdrawn party shall not be liable
or responsible for any costs, obligations or liabilities incurred by the COALITION after such
party’s withdrawal. In the event of such withdrawal, the COALITION shall make such
adjustments as are necessary to the composition of its Board of Directors, and its future budgets
and finances as are necessary to accommodate and continue the operation of the COALITION in
the absence of such withdrawing member.
11. PARTIA L AND COMPLETE TERMINATION: This Agreement and the COALITION
created hereby shall be terminated upon the earlier of the completion of its purposes and objects
described herein or upon the vote of two-thirds of the then constituted Board of Directors for the
complete or partial termination of the COALITION and this Agreement. At such time as two-thirds
of the Board of Directors shall vote to terminate the COALITION and the Agreement, all
outstanding debts and obligations of the COALITION shall be paid, all property acquired by the
COALITION shall be disposed of by distribution of the same to the remaining members as
represented by the Board of Directors and all unused funds and appropriations shall be returned
to the then-remaining members as represented by the Board of Directors in such proportion as
represented by the pro rata share paid by each member based upon the last contributions made
by remaining members during the last assessment period preceding the date of termination.
12. AMENDMENT AND MODIFICATION: For all matters other than membership, this
Agreement may be amended or modified upon the approval of written modifications by all then
remaining parties hereto in a writing signed by and duly adopted and approved by the governing
bodies of each of the remaining parties hereto.
13. CHANGE IN MEMBERSHIP: This Agreement may be amended or modified to
increase or decrease its membership upon approval by 2/3rds vote of the members of the Board
of Directors of the COALITION. Any additional new members shall be required to have the
written approval of its governing body and shall have admission to membership in the
COALITION and as a party hereto approved by a duly adopted resolution of its governing body.
14. APPROVAL: This Agreement shall be effective and the COALITION established
hereby shall come into existence as soon as the governing bodies of the respective parties hereto
shall have adopted resolutions approving and authorizing the execution of this Agreement and
the establishment of the COALITION described herein at a duly called public meeting.
15. ADDITIONAL AND FURTHER CONTRACTS FOR SUPPORT AND MUTUAL
ASSISTANCE: The COALITION is authorized and empowered to seek and obtain contracts,
Agreements and other arrangements whereby the COALITION shall receive support and
assistance for the purpose of pursuing its objects and purposes from such other entities as
COALITION from time to time shall determine necessary or appropriate including, but not limited
to, municipalities, for-profit and non-profit organizations, and all other persons as defined by Neb.
Rev. Stat. §49-801(16). Provided, however, such contract shall not exceed any authority or
powers delegated to the COALITION by the parties to this Agreement and such contract shall not
give rise to nor create any ability of any such third parties to participate in the management or
operation of the COALITION. Provided further, that upon a majority vote of the then existing
members of the Board of Directors of the COALITION, any person or entity providing support and
mutual assistance may be allowed to appoint, for such period of time as the Board shall
determine, a representative to the Board of Directors, which representative shall be a non-voting
ex-officio member of the Board of Directors, but which representative shall be entitled to attend all
meetings of the Board of Directors and to be appointed to such committees and attend such
committee meetings as the Board of Directors shall determine.
16. INTEGRATION: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties. No
representations were made or relied upon by any party other than those expressly set forth
herein. All prior and contemporaneous negotiations, discussions, memos and other writing are
merged and incorporated herein, it being the intention of the parties that this be a final and full
expression of their agreement. No agent, employee or other representative of any party hereto is
empowered to alter any of the terms herein unless such alteration is done in writing and signed
by all parties hereto.
17. ASSIGNMENT: No party hereto may assign its rights under this Agreement without
the express written consent of all other parties as represented by the remaining Board of
Directors at the time of the request for approval of the assignment.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have signed and executed this agreement on the
dates shown next to their respective signatures as follows.
CENTRAL PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
LOWER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
LOWER ELKHORN NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
UPPER BIG BLUE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
LOUP PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
NEBRASKA PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
THE CENTRAL NEBRASKA PUBLIC POWER & IRRIGATION DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
TWIN PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
NORTH PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
TWIN LOUPS RECLAMATION DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
UPPER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
UPPER ELKHORN NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
LOWER PLATTE NORTH NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
TRI-BASIN NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
SOUTHERN PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
DAWSON PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
MIDDLE LOUP PUBLIC POWER AND IRRIGATION DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
NORTH LOUP RIVER PUBLIC POWER AND IRRIGATION DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
FARWELL IRRIGATION DISTRICT/SARGENT IRRIGATION DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
SOUTH PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
LEWIS & CLARK NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
PAPIO-MISSOURI RIVER NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
CITY OF LEXINGTON
By__________________________________________________________ Date___________________
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-186
WHEREAS, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USF&W) has promulgated a
wide ranging critical habitat designation for the Piping Plover. In Nebraska, this designation includes reaches
of the Platte, Niobrara, Loup and Missouri Rivers. It also includes river reaches and lakes in North and
South Dakota and Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, this habitat designation has the potential to greatly change the way water is
used in the state, including the City's well field; and
WHEREAS, the importance of the designation, and its possible effects on the Nebraska
water use, has been the catalyst to bring a number of organizations together as the Nebraska Habitat
Conservation Coalition (NHCC), which group includes natural resource districts, power districts, irrigation
districts and farm groups; and
WHEREAS, because this habitat designation has the potential to affect the primary source
of Grand Island's drinking water supply, the Platte River Wellfield, it is in the best interests that the City of
Grand Island should participate as a member of the Coalition; and
WHEREAS, the office of the City Attorney has reviewed and approved as to form and
content the Interlocal Agreement for NHCC members; and
WHEREAS, any application of the City for membership in the coalition requires submission
of an application, and approval by a vote of two-thirds of the current coalition members.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City apply for member in the Nebraska Habitat
Conservation Coalition through the Utilities Department, and that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute
the application and the appropriately revised Interlocal Agreement upon approval of the City's application
by current coalition members.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an expenditure of $3,000 annually for a period of
three years for membership contributions is hereby approved and authorized.
- - -
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G18
#2002-187 - Approving Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2002-2003
The fee schedule for FY2003 was reviewed at the June 18, 2002 City Council Study Session.
Three years of history is provided and shaded areas indicate a change in the fee for FY2003.
The Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department fees are included in this schedule.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: David Springer
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-187
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Grand Island have established fees
for items and services provided to its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the Fee Schedule attached hereto as Exhibit "A" sets out the proposed fees
for such items and services to be provided during the 2002-2003 fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that such Fee Schedule be adopted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Fee Schedule attached hereto as Exhibit "A" is
hereby approved and adopted effective October 1, 2002.
- - -
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Building Permit Fee, Electrical Permit Fee, Gas
Permit Fee, Plumbing Permit Fee, Sign Permit Fee:
Based on Valuation
Estimated Valuations:
1.00 - 1,600 22.00 23.00 23.00 24.00
1601 - 1700 24.00 25.00 25.00 26.00
1,701 - 1,800 28.00 29.00 29.00 30.00
1,800 - 1,900 31.00 32.00 32.00 33.00
1,901 - 2,000 33.00 34.00 34.00 35.00
2,001 - 25,000
For the first 2,000 33.00 34.00 34.00 35.00
For each additional 1,000 or fraction, to and
including 25,000 33.00 plus 6.00 34.00 plus 6.10 34.00 plus 6.10 35.00 plus 6.30
25,001 - 50,000
For the first 25,000 171.00 174.30 174.30 179.90
For each additional 1,000 or fraction, to and
including 50,000
171.00 plus
4.60
174.30 plus
4.70
174.30 plus
4.70
179.90 plus
4.80
50,000 - 100,000
For the first 50,000 286.00 291.80 291.80 299.90
including 100,000 3.25 3.30 3.30 3.40
100,000 and up
For the first 100,000 448.50 456.80 456.80 469.90
For each additional 1,000 or fraction
448.50 plus
2.85
456.80 plus
2.90
456.80 plus
2.90
469.90 plus
3.00
Plan Review Fee, Commercial (percentage of
building permit fee)50%50%50%50%
Plan Review Fee, Residential (percentage of
building permit fee)10%10%10%10%
Inspections outside of normal business hours 35.00*35.00*35.00*45.00
Reinspection Fee 35.00*35.00*35.00*45.00
Inspection for which no fee is specifically indicated 35.00*35.00*35.00*45.00
Additional plan review required by changes,
additions or revisions to approve plans (minimum
charge, one-half hour)35.00*35.00*35.00*45.00
*Or the hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is
greater. The cost shall include supervision,
overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe
benefits of all the employees involved
Electrical Contractors License issued between
January 1 and June 30 160.00 160.00 165.00 165.00
Electrical Contractors License issued between July
1 and December 31 110.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Electrical Contractors Consecutive Renewal 60.00 60.00 65.00 65.00
Master and Journeyman Electric (annual)10.00/card 10.00/card 10.00/card 10.00/card
Master and Journeyman Gas (annual)10.00/card 10.00/card 10.00/card 10.00/card
Contracting Gas Fitters License issued between
January 1 and June 30 160.00 160.00 165.00 165.00
Contracting Gas Fitters License issued between
July 1 and December 31 110.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Contracting Gas Fitters Consecutive Renewal 60.00 60.00 65.00 65.00
Contracting Plumber License issued between
January 1 and June 30 160.00 160.00 165.00 165.00
Contractig Plumber License issued between July 1
and December 31 110.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Contracting Plumber, consecutive renewal 60.00 60.00 65.00 65.00
Master and Journeyman Plumbing (annual)10.00/card 10.00/card 10.00/card 10.00/card
Water Cond. Contractors License issued between
January 1 and June 30 160.00 160.00 165.00 165.00
Water Cond. Contractors License issued between
July 1and December 31 110.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Water Cond. Contractors Consecutive Renewals 60.00 60.00 65.00 65.00
Annual Fee for water conditioning installers 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Contracting Sign Hanger License issued between
January 1 and June 30 160.00 160.00 165.00 165.00
Contracting Sign Hanger License issued between
July 1 and December 31 110.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Contracting Sign Hanger Consecutive renewals 60.00 60.00 65.00 65.00
Community Meeting Room Rental Fee First 4 hours 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Community Meeting Room Rental Fee each
additional hour 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Council Chambers Rental Fee First 4 hours 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Council Chambers Rental Fee each additional hour 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Kitchen Rental (per month)10.00 10.00 N/A N/A
Building Mover License issued between January 1
and June 30 160.00 160.00 165.00 165.00
Building Mover License issued between July 1 and
December 31 110.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Building Mover Consecutive Renewal 60.00 60.00 65.00 65.00
Demolition License issued between January 1 and
June 30 160.00 160.00 165.00 165.00
Demolition License issued between July 1 and
December 31 110.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Demolition Consecutive Renewal 60.00 60.00 65.00 65.00
Mobile Home Park Registration (annual)
Park with Facilities for 2 - 3 Mobile Homes 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Park with Facilities for 4 - 15 Mobile Homes 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Park with Facilities for 16 - 25 Mobile Homes 75.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Park with Facilities for 26 - 50 Mobile Homes 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Park with Facilities for 51 - 100 Mobile Homes 125.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Park with Facilities for over 100 Mobile Homes 175.00 175.00 175.00 175.00
Mobile Sign Permit Fee for Special Event 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Mobile Sign Permit Fee for 45 days 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00
Temporary Buildings 65.00 65.00 65.00 65.00
Water Well Registration (Groundwater Control Area
Only)50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
License Agreement 80.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Denial of application for license agreement 50.00 50.00 50.00
Administration
Board of Adjustment Prior to Construction 78.00 80.00 80.00 80.00
Board of Adjustment After Construction/No Building
Permit 225.00 235.00 235.00 235.00
Board of Adjustment After Construction/Not
Conform 386.00 400.00 400.00 400.00
Conditional Use Permit 150.00 155.00 155.00 155.00
Election Filing Fees - City Council 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary
Election Filing Fees - Mayor 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary
Haulers Permit (annual) Garbage 180.00 190.00 190.00 190.00
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Haulers Permit (annual) Refuse 55.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
Pawnbroker License (annual)60.00 63.00 63.00 63.00
Liquor Licenses - Occupational Tax (annual)
Class A Retail beer, on sale 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Class B Retail beer, off sale 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Class C Retail liquor, on/off sale 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Class D Retail liquor/beer, off sale 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00
Class H Non-profit organization 400.00 400.00 400.00 400.00
Class I Retail liquor, on sale 400.00 400.00 400.00 400.00
Class J Retail beer/wine, on sale 450.00 450.00 450.00 450.00
Class K Retail wine, off sale 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Class N Non-beverage user 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Class W Beer distributor 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Class X Alcoholic liquor distributor, except beer 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Liquor License - School Fees (annual)
Class A Retail beer, on sale 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Class B Retail beer, off sale 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Class C Retail liquor, on/off sale 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Class H Non-profit organization 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Class I Retail liquor, on sale 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Class J Retail beer/wine, on sale 255.00 255.00 255.00 255.00
Class K Retail wine, off sale 125.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Advertisement Fee For All Liquor License
Applications 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00
Application fee for Request to Vacate Easement 75.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Natural Gas Company Rate Filing Fee 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Kitchen Rental (per month)10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Solicitation Permit (per month)45.00 48.00 48.00 48.00
Solicitation Permit (per year)180.00 185.00 185.00 185.00
Fireworks Permit 185.00 190.00 190.00 190.00
Taxi Driver Permit (annual)15.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Taxi Cab 35.00 40.00 40.00 40.00
Additional Cab 7.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Bingo Permit (annual)*10.50*10.50*10.50*10.00*
*Fees regulated by State of Nebraska
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Audio Tapes (per tape) (GITV)10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Video Tapes (per tape) (GITV)20.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Special Employer/Employee Parking Permit 10.00 10.00 10.00 15.00
Downtown Parking Stalls (hourly)3.00 3.00 3.00 5.00
Handicapped Parking Permit*3.00/3 yrs.0.00 0.00 0.00
Sidewalk Vending Carts 50.00 50.00 50.00
Sidewalk Café Permit 100.00 100.00 100.00
Parking Ramp Permit Fees:
Lower Level 25.00/month
Middle & upper levels 20.00/month
Half day 1.00
Full day 2.00
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Alarm Registration Fee (yearly)95.00 95.00 95.00 95.00
Digital Alarm Monitoring Fee (yearly-registration fee
included)212.00 212.00 212.00 212.00
Supervised Alarm Monitoring Fee (yearly-
registration fee included)365.00 365.00 365.00 365.00
Alarm Central Service Fee (yearly)145.00 145.00 145.00 145.00
False Alarms (each)100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Audio Tapes (per tape, includes search costs)25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Video Alarm Monitor 1,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00
Emergency Medical Dispatch Protocol included in
billing 35.00 35.00 35.00 35.00
FINANCE DEPARTMENT FEES
School District Treasurer Fees 11,140.00 N/A N/A N/A
FIRE DEPARTMENT FEES
Mask Inspection (each time) Annual 20.00 plus parts 20.00 plus parts 20.00 plus parts 20.00 plus parts
Mask Inspection (each time) Three Years 25.00 plus parts 25.00 plus parts 25.00 plus parts 25.00 plus parts
Recharge Air Cylinders 4.00 each 4.00 each N/A
Copy of Fire Report 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
CPR Class New (each person)30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
CPR Class Recertification (each time)20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
CPR/AED 20.00 20.00
Temporary Structures
Tents over 200 sq ft 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Canopies over 400 sq ft 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Child Care Inspection*
Consultation 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
0 - 8 people 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
9 - 12 people 40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00
13 + people 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Liquor Inspection (each)*
Consumption 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Non-consumption 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Nursing Home, Health Care (each)*50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Hospital (each inspection)*50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Foster Care Homes*15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
FLST Installation (each installation)*50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Building Department Fee Blue Print Review,
Commercial Fire Safety (each review)25%25%25%25%
For duplicate building plans submitted within one
(1) year of the review of the original plans 20%20%20%20%
*Fees regulated by State of Nebraska
AMBULANCE DIVISION
Per call BLS (Basic Life Support) for non-
emergency transportation, one way, 8.50 per mile 165.00 225.00 225.00 225.00
Per call for BLS emergency transportation, plus
mileage, one way. 8.50 per mile 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 550.00 575.00 475.00 475.00
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Per call for ALS Level 1 (ALS 1) emergency service,
plus mileage, one way. 8.50 per mile 75.00 80.00 500.00 500.00
Per call for ALS Level 2 (ALS 2) Advanced care,
emergency service, plus mileage, one way. 8.50
per mile 165.00 210.00 575.00 575.00
Per call for ALS emergency service when patient is
not transported by some service is rendered; (plus
supplies)180.00 225.00 170.00 170.00
Additional Attendant 275.00 320.00 170.00 170.00
Specialty Care Transport 325.00 325.00
Mileage Fee, per ppatient mile 8.50 8.50
Standby Ambulance Service 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Paramedic Intercept 475.00 475.00
Per family subscription program; which allows for
medically directed ambulance use at no cost to
subscription holder 55.00 N/A N/A N/AMayor 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. See E
PARAMEDIC SERVICE RATES
Oxygen 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
O.B. Kits 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Endotracheal Intubation N/A N/A N/A N/A
Medical Anti-Shock Trousers 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Splints (air and/or hare traction)15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Spinal Immobilization 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Nitronox 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Thumper 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Thoracic Pacing 80.00 80.00 80.00 80.00
HUMANE SOCIETY
Pet License Fee - Un-neutered/un-spayed 18.00 18.00 18.00 18.00
Pet License Fee - Neutered/Spayed 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00
Pet License Fee - Wild Animal 7.50 7.50 7.50 7.50
Pet License Delinquent Fee 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Impoundment Fee
15.00 + cost of
animal care
15.00 + cost of
animal care
15.00 + cost of
animal care
15.00 + cost of
animal care
LIBRARY
Overdue charge on Library Materials (per item per
day)
.10 Juvenile .25
Adult
.10 Juvenile .25
Adult
.10 Juvenile .25
Adult
.10 Juvenile .25
Adult
Interlibrary loan per item (plus postage)2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Photocopy 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10
Reader-printer copy 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40
Reservation of Materials per Title 0.50 0.00 0.00 0.00
Replacement Fee for Lost ID Card 1.00/card 1.00/card 1.00/card 1.00/card
Processing Fee for Lost Material
Replacement
Cost
Replacement
Cost
Replacement
Cost
Replacement
Cost
FAX Services
Outgoing 1st page 3.00 1st page 3.00 1st page 3.00 1st page 3.00
2-10 page 1.25 2-10 page 1.25 2-10 page 1.25 2-10 page 1.25
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Incoming 1st page 2.00 1st page 2.00 1st page 2.00 1st page 2.00
2-10 page 1.00 2-10 page 1.00 2-10 page 1.00 2-10 page 1.00
Non-Resident Annual Card Fee 35.00/family 35.00/family 0.00 0.00
Computer use for work processing, database,
spreadsheet applications
.25 for 7 1/2
minutes
.25 for 7 1/2
minutes 0.00 0.00
Purchase of computer disk 1.00/disk 1.00/disk 1.00/disk 1.00/disk
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
CEMETERY DIVISION
Open/Close Grave (per burial)
Adult 400.00 400.00 400.00 450.00
Child 105.00 105.00 105.00 125.00
Ashes 75.00 75.00 75.00 100.00
After 4:00 pm Monday - Saturday (must leave
gravesite by 4:30)
Adult 475.00 475.00 500.00 600.00
Child 125.00 125.00 130.00 175.00
Ashes 95.00 95.00 100.00 150.00
Sunday & Holiday Open/Close (per burial)
Adult 525.00 525.00 525.00 650.00
Child 140.00 140.00 140.00 200.00
Ashes 110.00 110.00 110.00 175.00
Disinternment
Adult 525.00 525.00 525.00 600.00
Child 140.00 140.00 140.00 175.00
Cremation 110.00 110.00 110.00 150.00
Tent/Equipment Use for Service (each use)75.00 75.00 100.00 125.00
Burial Space
One 400.00 400.00 400.00 450.00
Two 800.00 800.00 800.00 900.00
One-Half Lot (4 or 5 spaces)1,600.00 1,600.00 1,600.00 1800.00
Full Lot (8 or 10 spaces)3,200.00 3,200.00 3,200.00 3600.00
Babyland 85.00 85.00 85.00 100.00
Transfer Deed (each new deed)15.00 15.00 15.00 20.00
House Rental - 3168 Stolley Park Rd/per month 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
RECREATION DIVISION
The Parks and Recreation Director shall establish
fees for miscellaneous merchandise sales,
tournament and league play, and special events
and promotions
Playground Equipment Rental (daily)Eliminated Eliminated Eliminated Eliminated
Volleyball Equipment Rental (daily)Eliminated Eliminated Eliminated Eliminated
Bleacher Rental (daily)30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Volleyball Program (per game)
League Play - Per Team***16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00
Basketball Program (per game)
League Play - Per Team***22.00 22.00 22.00 22.00
League A - Per Team***
League B - Per Team***
League C - Per Team***
Flag Football Program (per game)
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
League Play - Per Team***30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Playground Program (per session)
Fee per Child Free Free Free Free
***Volleyballl, Basketball and Flag Football program
fees determined by the number of teams signed up
to play.
AQUATICS
The Parks and Recreation Director shall establish
fees for miscellaneous merchandise sales,
tournament and league play, and special events
and promotions
Lincoln Pool
Daily Fees - 4 & under w/paying adult Free Free Free Free
Daily Fees - 5 to 15 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25
Daily Fees - 16 to 54 3.25 3.25 3.25 3.25
Daily Fees - 55 & Over 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25
Pool Rental 55.00/hr 55.00/hr 55.00/hr 55.00/hr
Season Passes
Children 5 - 15 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Adults 16 to 54 40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00
Adults 55 and over 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Husband or Wife and Family 75.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Family 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Lincoln Swimming Lessons per person/per session 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
WATER PARK
Locker Rental
1.00/daily 4.00
deposit or
driver's license
1.00/daily 4.00
deposit or
driver's license
1.00/daily 4.00
deposit or
driver's license
1.00/daily 4.00
deposit or
driver's license
Inner Tube Rental - Single
2.00/daily 1.00
deposit
2.00/daily 1.00
deposit
2.00/daily 1.00
deposit
2.00/daily 1.00
deposit
Inner Tube Rental - Double
4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
Daily Fees
Children 4 & under w/paying adult Free Free Free Free
Children 5 to 15 3.75 4.00 4.00 4.25
Adults 16 to 54 4.75 5.00 5.00 5.25
Adults 55 and over 3.75 4.00 4.00 4.25
Twilight Fee after 7:00 pm
1.00 off gen
Admission 3.00
off Family daily
price
1.00 off gen
Admission 3.00
off Family daily
price
1.00 off gen
Admission 3.00
off Family daily
price
1.00 off gen
Admission 3.00
off Family daily
price
Family One Day Pass (Family includes two adults
and up to four children)15.00 17.00 17.00 18.00
Season Passes
Children 5 to 15 55.00 55.00 60.00 60.00
Adults 16 to 54 65.00 65.00 70.00 70.00
Adults 55 and over 55.00 55.00 60.00 60.00
Husband or Wife and Family 120.00 120.00 130.00 130.00
Family 150.00 150.00 160.00 160.00
Replace Season Pass 10.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Group Fees - Age Group
10-29 people 5 to 15 3.50 3.75 3.75 4.00
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
10-29 people 16 to 54 4.50 4.75 4.75 5.00
10-29 people 55 and over 3.50 3.75 3.75 4.00
30-59 people 5 to 15 3.25 3.50 3.50 3.75
30-59 people 16 to 54 4.25 4.50 4.50 4.75
30-59 people 55 and over 3.25 3.50 3.50 3.75
60+ people 5 to 15 3.00 3.25 3.25 3.50
60+ people 16 to 54 4.00 4.25 4.25 4.50
60+ people 55 and over 3.00 3.25 3.25 3.50
Pool Rental
250.00/1 hr,
includes the use
of inner tubes
250.00/1 hr,
includes the use
of inner tubes
300.00/1 hr,
includes the use
of inner tubes
300.00/1 hr,
includes the use
of inner tubes
Swimming Lessons
15.00 per
session
15.00 per
session
15.00 per
session
16.00 per
session
GOLF COURSE (effective January 1, 2001)
The Parks and Recreation Director shall establish
fees for miscellaneous merchandise sales,
tournament and league play, and special events
and promotions.
Weekday Golfing
9 holes 8.00 8.50 8.50 9.00
18 holes 10.00 11.50 11.50 12.00
Weekend/Holiday Golfing
9 holes 10.00 10.50 10.50 11.00
18 holes 12.00 13.50 13.50 14.00
Passes (annual)
Adult Seven Day 375.00 375.00 395.00 395.00
Additional Family Member 160.00 160.00 170.00 170.00
Family Pass N/A 535.00 565.00 565.00
Adult Five Day Pass (Mon-Fri only)275.00 275.00 290.00 290.00
Junior Pass (age 18 & under, excludes holidays
and weekends)215.00 215.00 225.00 225.00
Senior Pass (age 55 & older, excludes holidays and
weekends)215.00 215.00 225.00 225.00
Capital Maintenance Fee (included in daily green
fee)(collected from each player per round played by
an individual possessing a season pass)1.19 1.43 1.43 1.43
Cart Rental
9 holes 10.20 N/A N/A N/A
18 holes 17.10 N/A N/A N/A
9 holes, two riders 12.00 13.00 13.00 14.00
18 holes, two riders 18.00 20.00 20.00 22.00
9 holes, one rider 6.00 6.50 6.50 7.00
18 holes, one rider 9.00 10.00 10.00 11.00
Can of Beer 1.75 1.75 1.75 2.00
Group Fees
25 - Rounds 287.50 287.50
50 - Rounds 550.00 550.00
100 - Rounds 1050.00 1050.00
200 - Rounds 2000.00 2000.00
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Zoning
Zoning Map Amendment: Grand Island 240.00 240.00 240.00 255.00
Zoning Map Amendment: Hall County 240.00 240.00 240.00 255.00
Zoning Map Amendment: Villages 240.00 240.00 240.00 255.00
Ordinance Amendment 185.00 185.00 185.00 200.00
CD, RD, TD Rezoning, Grand Island 450.00 450.00 450.00 475.00
P.U. D. Rezoning, Hall County (4 or less lots)185.00 185.00 185.00 200.00
P.U. D. Rezoning, Hall County (5 or more lots)
300.00 plus
10.00/lot
300.00 plus
10.00/lot
300.00 plus
10.00/lot
325.00 plus
10.00/lot
Subdivisions
Preliminary Plat
300.00 plus
10.00/lot
300.00 plus
10.00/lot
300.00 plus
10.00/lot
325.00 plus
10.00/lot
Final Plat - Administrative Approval
Within Grand Island City Limits 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Addition to Grand Island 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Alda, Cairo, Doniphan 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Final Plat
Within Grand Island City Limits 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Addition to Grand Island 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
2 mile Grand Island limit 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Elsewhere in Hall County 145.00 145.00 145.00 145.00
One lot in Grand Island 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Vacation of Plat 145.00 145.00 145.00 145.00
Lots more that 10 acres
Within Grand Island City Limits 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Additions to Grand Island 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
2 mile Grand Island limit 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Comprehensive Plan
Map Amendment 240.00 240.00 240.00 255.00
Text Amendment 185.00 185.00 185.00 200.00
Publications
Grand Island Street Directory 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Comprehensive Plan
Grand Island Loan Basis Loan Basis Loan Basis Loan Basis
Other Municipalities 5.00 5.00 5.00 Loan Basis
Zoning Ordinances
Grand Island 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Other Municipalities 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Subdivision regulations
Grand Island 5.00 5.00 5.00 10.00
Other Municipalities 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Grand Island
800 Scale Zoning Map Unassembled 100.00 100.00 100.00
Generalized Zoning Map 36x36 35.00 35.00 35.00
Future Land Use Map 35.00 35.00 35.00
Grand Island Street Map 5.00 5.00 5.00
Hall County 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Hall County
Zoning Map Generalized (24x30)20.00 20.00 20.00
Zoning Map 1" = 1 mile 40.00 40.00 40.00
Road Map 5.00 5.00 5.00
Wood River, Cairo, Doniphan, Alda
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Basemap 5.00 5.00 5.00
Zoning Map 25.00 25.00 25.00
Other Maps
School District Maps 36x36 25.00 25.00 25.00
Election District Maps 36x36 25.00 25.00 25.00
Fire District Maps 36x36 25.00 25.00 25.00
Planning Related Maps 7.50/sq foot in 7.50/sq foot in 7.50/sq foot in
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Copy of Reports (see below)2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Copy of Records 1-5 pages (for all pages, not each
page 1.00 1.00 1.00
Copy of Records 6-10 pages (for all pages, not
each page)2.00 2.00 2.00
Copy of Records 11-15 pages (for all pages, not
each page)3.00 3.00 3.00
Bicycle License (one time)2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50
Transfer Bicycle Registration 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Criminal Record Check (one time)10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Impoundment Fee for Abandoned Vehicle 20.00 20.00 25.00 30.00
Storage Fee for Impounded Vehicle (per day)6.00 8.00 10.00 10.00
Alcohol Test for DUI (each time)27.50 27.50 27.50 55.00
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Engineering
Cut and/or Opening Permit 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Sidewalk and/or Driveway permit 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Sewer Permit, Inspection Report 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
400' Scale Paper City Map (unassembled)52.50 54.00 54.00 N/A
400' Scale Paper City Map (assembled)78.75 80.00 80.00 N/A
800' Scale Paper City Map (unassembled)15.75 16.00 16.00 N/A
800' Scale Paper City Map (assembled)25.00 27.00 27.00 N/A
GIS CD 25.00 25.00 25.00
s.f. Paper Prints 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.50
s.f. Mylar Sepia 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.25
s.f. Paper Sepia 1.50 1.50 1.50 N/A
Traffic Count Map 7.50 10.00 10.00 10.00
Aerial Photos - Individuals, businesses and
consultants working for profit 3.25/sq. ft.3.25/sq. ft.3.25/sq. ft.3.50/sq. ft.
Aerial Photos - City Depts, Hall County Depts, other
non-profit organizations .40/sf .40/sf .40/sf .50/sf
Directory Map 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Aerial Photos - on CD
Computer setup 15.00 15.00 15.00
Quarter Section or any part thereof 5.00 5.00 5.00
Photo Mosaic (dependent upon number of sections)
Minimum of two (2)15.00 15.00 15.00
License Agreement 75.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
License Agreement Appeal 50.00 50.00 50.00
Permit and Plan Review Fee
50.00 plus 0.07
per ft based on
project length
50.00 plus 0.07
per ft based on
project length
50.00 plus 0.07
per ft based on
project length
50.00 plus 0.07
per ft based on
project length
STREET AND TRANSPORTATION
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Pavement cut (sawed), whether bituminous or
concrete
3.00/lf + 14.00
callout
3.00/lf + 14.00
callout
3.00/lf + 14.00
callout
3.00/lf + 14.00
callout
Curb section milling for driveways
6.25/lf + 22.00
call out & permit
6.25/lf + 22.00
call out &
permits
6.25/lf + 22.00
call out &
permits
6.25/lf + 22.00
call out &
permits
Remove & replace 4" Concrete Sidewalk 3.50/sf 3.50/sf 3.75/sf 3.75/sf
Remove & replace 5" Concrete Sidewalk or Drive 3.75/sf 3.75/sf 4.00/sf 4.00/sf
Replace 6" Concrete Paving with 7" Concrete
Paving 30.00/sy 30.00/sy 31.00/sy 31.00/sy
Add 1 inch additional thickness over 6" concrete
pavement 2.50/sy 2.50/sy 2.50/sy 2.50/sy
Replacement of bituminous surfaced pavement 2"
thick with 6" concrete base 38.00/sy 38.00/sy 38.00/sy 38.00/sy
Replacement of 6" bituminous surfaced pavement
without a concrete base 27.00/sy 28.50/sy 30.00/sy 30.00/sy
Replacement of 2" asphalt surfaced pavement over
existing concrete paving 21.00/sy 22.50/sy 23.50/sy 23.50/sy
Replacement of 2" asphalt surfaced pavement over
existing concrete paving (off season)27.00/sy 28.50/sy 30.00/sy 30.00/sy
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Sewer Tap Permit 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Cost per 100 cubic feet 1.043 1.074 1.095 1.12
Sewer Service Charge per month 6.37 6.56 6.69 6.82
Industrial Waste Surcharge
BOD Charge $/lb over 300 mg/l 0.2167 0.2232 0.2277 0.2323
SS Charge $/lb over 300 mg/l 0.1681 0.1731 0.1766 0.1801
Oil & Grease $/lb over 100 mg/l 0.0088 0.0091 0.0093 0.0095
Hydrogen Sulfide $/lb over 0 mg/l
Hydrogen Sulfide charges for industries discharging
directly into City's Wastewater Treatment Plant =
$7,343.25/per month PLUS 0.0968/lb 0.0997 0.1017 0.1037
Ammonia $/lb over 30 mg/l 0.288 0.2966 0.3025 0.3086
Industrial Service Four-Part Charge
Flow Charge ($/hcf)0.3228 0.3325 0.3392 0.346
Flow Charge for contributions direct to WWTP
($/hcf)0.2645 0.2766 0.2821 N/A
BOD Charge ($/lb over 0 mg/l)0.2167 0.2232 0.2277 0.2323
SS Charge ($/lb over 0 mg/l)0.1681 0.1731 0.1766 0.1801
Oil & Grease ($/lb over 0 mg/l)0.0088 0.0091 0.0093 0.0095
Hydrogen Sulfide ($/lb over 0 mg/l)
Hydrogen Sulfide charges for industries discharging
directly into City's Wastewater Treatment Plant =
$7,343.25/per month PLUS 0.0968/lb 0.0997 0.1017 0.1037
Ammonia ($/lb over 0 mg/l)0.288 0.2966 0.3025 0.3086
Minimum Charges 14.86 15.31 15.62 15.93
Charges for Septic Tank Sludge Minimum Fee 5.92 6.10 6.22 6.34
Charges for Septic Tank Sludge per 100 gallons 5.38 5.54 5.65 5.76
SOLID WASTE
Minimum Charge (Landfill)1 cy 1 cy 1 ton 1 ton
Minimum Charge (Transfer Station)1/2 cy 1/2 cy 12.00 12.00
A penalty will be applied at both locations (Transfer
Station and Landfill) when the delivering vehicle is
not properly equipped or the load is not completely
covered.
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Amounts contained within less than 75% of
vehicle's cargo area 75% of base fee 75% of base fee N/A N/A
Amounts contained within less than 100% but more
than 75% of the vehicle's cargo area Base fee Base fee N/A N/A
Passenger tire 3.25 3.25 3.25/tire 3.25/tire
Passenger tire on rim 13.25 13.25 13.25/tire 13.25/tire
Truck tire 10.00 10.00 10.00/tire 10.00/tire
Truck tire on rim 25.00 25.00 25.00/tire 25.00/tire
Implement tire 25.00 25.00 25.00/tire 25.00/tire
Implement tire on rim 50.00 50.00 50.00/tire 50.00/tire
Special Waste (as designated by Superintnedent)
Double the
applicable rate
Double the
applicable rate
Double the
applicable rate
Double the
applicable rate
*Fee set by Superintendent based on product
received
LANDFILL SITE
Asbestos, contaminated soils and other waster
requiring special handling may require Nebraska
Department of Environmental Quality pre-approval
and notification to landfill.
General Refuse, solid waste (Residential Packer
Truck)
6.40/cy 1
cy minimum
6.80/ cy 1
cy minimum 22.85/ton 27.00/ton
General Refuse, solid wast and demolition material
(Commercial/Rolloffs)
6.40/cy 1
cy minimum
6.80/ cy 1
cy minimum 29.85/ton 30.60/ton
General Refuse - in county N/A N/A N/A N/A
General Refuse - long term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
General Refuse - short term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
Contaminated Soil
15.30/cy
1 cy minimum
16.20/cy
1 cy minimum 15.00/ton 15.00/ton
Contaminated Soil - in county N/A N/A N/A N/A
Contaminated Soil - long term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
Contaminated Soil - short term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
Street Sweepings 3.60/cy 3.80/cy 4.00/ton 4.00/ton
Liquid waste - sludge not accepted not accepted not accepted not accepted
Asbestos
46.00/cy
1 cy minimum
49.00/cy
1 cy minimum
85.00/ton
1 ton minimum
85.00/ton
1 ton minimum
Asbestos - in county N/A N/A N/A N/A
Asbestos - long term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
Asbestos - short term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
Tails & by-products 12.80/ cy 13.60/cy 32.85/ton 33.70/ton
TRANSFER STATION
General Refuse, solid waster (Residential Packer
Truck)
9.60/cy
1/2 cy minimum
10.10/cy
1/2 cy minimum 28.50/ton 29.25/ton
General refuse, solid waste and demolition
materials (Commercial/roll-offs and small vehicles)
9.60/cy
1/2 cy minimum
10.10/cy
1/2 cy minimum 35.50/ton 36.40/ton
General Refuse - in county N/A N/A N/A N/A
General Refuse - long term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
General Refuse - short term out of county N/A N/A N/A N/A
COMPOST SITE
All materials received at the compost site shall be
clean of trash and debris. Plastic bags shall be
removed by the hauler
Private Vehicles Yard Waste - clean grass, leaves
or other compostable yard and garden waste
5.10/cy
1/2 cy minimum No Charge No Charge No Charge
Proposed Fee Schedule for 2003
Name 2000 2001 2002 Proposed 2003
Commercial Hauler Yard Waste - clean grass,
leaves or other compostable yard and garden waste
5.10/cy
1/2 cy minimum
5.40/cy
1/2 cy minimum 35.50/ton 36.40/ton
Clean lumber, trees or branches - limbs and whole
trees must be 10" or less in diameter
2.60/cy
1/2 cy minimum
5.40/cy
1/2 cy minimum 35.50/ton 36.40/ton
UTILITY SERVICE FEES
Late Charge (payment not received prior to next
billing)
2.00/plus 1%
unpaid over
5.00
2.00/plus 1%
unpaid over
5.00
2.00/plus 1%
unpaid over
5.00
2.00/plus 1%
unpaid over
5.00
Return Check Charge 15.00 15.00 15.00 20.00
Turn on Charge (non payment)20.00 20.00 25.00 25.00
After Hours Turn on Charge (non payment)80.00 100.00 120.00 125.00
Backflow Processing Fee 2.00/month 2.00/month 2.00/month
Temporary Commercial Electric Service 80.00 80.00 85.00 90.00
Service Charge (new connections, transfer service)9.50 10.00 11.00 12.00
Fire Sprinkler System Connection Fee 73.54/yr 73.54/yr 73.54/yr 73.54/yr
Temporary Water Meter on Fire Hydrant 55.00 55.00 60.00 60.00
Locate Stop Box 22.50 22.50 25.00 25.00
Pole Attachment Fee 4.00/yr 4.00/yr 4.00/yr 4.00/yr
Water Service
3/4"485.00 705.00 745.00 745.00
1"505 755.00 780.00 780.00
Excavation Credit 115.00 115.00 115.00 115.00
Bill and collect Sewer (monthly charge)2750.00 7125.00 7450.00 7950.00
Item G19
#2002-188 - Approving Amendment to Agreement for Ambulance
Service to Hall County
The City of Grand Island and Hall County have an agreement through June 3, 2003 for the
provision of ambulance service to the Grand Island and Hall County areas. The current
agreement does not have any specific provisions covering service charges for inmates and
employees of the Hall County Jail. This amendment would provide for such service and an
agreement for reimbursement to the City. These charges are the remaining balance that are
not paid by insurance or other means by the recipient of the service. This agreement provides
for a sharing of unpaid costs by the City and the County through an agreed upon credit given
to the County, above which, they reimburse the City for any unpaid costs. The details for the
credited amounts in the remaining years of the contract are included in the amendment
document.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact:
City of Grand Island City Council
Draft 12-17-2001
AMENDMENT TO INTER-LOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT
COUNTY OF HALL AND CITY OF GRAND ISLAND
AMBULANCE AGREEMENT
ON THIS, ______ day of __________, 2002, the CITY OF GRAND ISLAND,
NEBRASKA, A Municipal Cooperation (City) and COUNTY OF HALL, NEBRASKA, A Body
Politic (County) have approved and executed this Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation
Agreement – County of Hall and City of Grand Island Ambulance Agreement (Amendment)
dated June 24, 1998, which provides as follows:
1. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Amendment is to provide ambulance services to the Hall
County Jail in addition to the ambulance services provided to portions of Hall County
located outside the corporate limits of the City of Grand Island pursuant to the existing
Agreement and to establish a fee structure for rendering those services.
2. FEE STRUCTURE FOR AMBULANCE SERVICES. In consideration of the City
providing ambulance services to the personnel and inmates of the Hall County Jail, the
City shall charge the County of Hall the rates for ambulance services within the corporate
limits of the City established from time to time by the Mayor and City Council. After
application of insurance benefits and any other form of payment the County shall pay the
remaining balance for such services. During the calendar years 2001 and 2002, the City
shall provide the County with a credit in the amount of $6,000 which shall be applied to
the statements for uninsured or otherwise unpaid ambulance services rendered to
personnel and inmates of the Hall County Jail during said calendar years. During the
partial calendar year from January 1, 2003 through June 30, 2003, the City shall provide
the County with a credit in the amount of $3,000 to be applied toward ambulance services
rendered during said partial year.
3. AFFIRMATION OF AGREEMENT PROVISIONS . All provisions of the Agreement
which are not in conflict with this Amendment shall remain in full force and effect and
are hereby reaffirmed. This Amendment shall terminate contemporaneously with the
Agreement on June 30, 2003.
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, A Municipal
Corporation of the State of Nebraska,
Dated ______________________, 2002 By: ______________________________
Ken Gnadt, Mayor
Attest: ______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Deleted: and
Deleted: upon receiving a statement from the City.
Draft 12-17-2001
COUNTY OF HALL, NEBRASKA,
A Political Subdivision of the
State of Nebraska
Dated ______________________, 2002 By: _____________________________
Richard Hartman, Chairperson
Attest: _____________________________
Marla Conley, Clerk
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-188
WHEREAS, on June 22, 1998, by Resolution 98-172, the City of Grand Island approved
an Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement with the County of Hall pertaining to the provision of ambulance
service within the Grand Island / Hall County area; and
WHEREAS, the agreement did not specifically make provisions for ambulance service to
the inmates and personnel of the Hall County Jail; and
WHEREAS, an Amendment to Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement between the County of
Hall and the City of Grand Island has been prepared and reviewed to provide for the ambulance service for
these areas and to apply a fee structure for such services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Amendment to Inter-Local Cooperation
Agreement between the County of Hall and the City of Grand Island for the provision of ambulance service
to the inmates and personnel of the Hall County Jail is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G20
#2002-189 - Approving Acquisition of Permanent Utility Easement
Located in Lots 14 and 15, Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision.
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing. Acquisition of a Public Utility
Easement located in Lots 14 and 15 of Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision is required in
order to relocate sanitary sewer main and accommodate new construction on the site.
Approval is recommended. See attached RESOLUTION.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Riehle, City Engineer/Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-189
WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from Robert
M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, to relocate a public sanitary sewer main for a new business; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 25, 2002, for the purpose of discussing the
proposed acquisition of easements and rights-of-way located in a part of Lots Fourteen (14) and Fifteen
(15), Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision, City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; more
particularly described as follows:
The northerly Fifteen (15.0) feet of the westerly Sixty Seven and Nine Tenths (67.9) feet of
Lot Fourteen (14), Meadowlark West Fourth Subdivision and the northerly Fifteen (15.0)
feet of the easterly Thirty One and Five Tenths (31.5) feet of Lot Fifteen (15), Meadowlark
West Fourth Subdivision, City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. Said permanent
utility easement contains 1,455.25 square feet or 0.033 acres more or less. The above-
described easement and right-of-way is shown on the plat dated June 19, 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 Robert M. Allen Family Limited Partnership, on the
above-described tract of land.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 25, 2002.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G21
#2002-190 - Approving Amendment to Community
Connections/Neighborhood Association Grant Program Relative to
Grant Application Cycles
In October, 1998, the City Council adopted Resolution #98-258 approving the Community
Connections Program to assist neighborhood associations in fostering neighborhood pride,
enhance and beautify neighborhoods, expand citizens' involvement and promote livability of
the community. The Program provides a 50/50 match by the City (through the Nebraska
Children and Families Foundation/CYC grant funding) with the neighborhood associations.
The City Council has established a $1,000 maximum match for the first projects undertaken
by a neighborhood association under this program and a $3,000 match for any subsequent
projects, upon successful completion of the first project. The Program guidelines provide for
two grant cycles each year.
It has been recommended that the two specific grant cycles be eliminated and that
applications for neighborhood association grant funding be considered on a continuous
basis, as funding allows. This year's budget includes $15,000 for this program. The
proposed modification will allow new neighborhood associations the opportunity to form and
apply for grant funding to assist in the installation of sidewalks. The prepared Resolution
amends the policy for Community Connections to allow for consideration of grant
applications at any time throughout the year. Approval is recommended.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact:
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-190
WHEREAS, on October 12, 1998, by Resolution 98-258, the City of Grand Island
approved the policy entitled "Community Connections" which encourages improvement projects or activities
by neighborhood associations, with a 50/50 match in funding from the City of Grand Island through grant
funding; and
WHEREAS, the policy currently allows grant applications to be considered at two
designated time periods within each year; and
WHEREAS, it has been recommended that this provision be amended to allow
consideration for grant applications at any time throughout the year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the policy entitled “Community Connections” is
hereby amended to allow the consideration of grant applications at any time throughout the year.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G22
#2002-191 - Approving Authorization to Transfer Excess Bond
Payment Proceeds From the County Treasurer to the City General
Fund
On a number of occasions, the Hall County Treasurer has acted as the paying agent in
connection with various City bond issues. As paying agent, the Treasurer collected special
assessments and disbursed the proceeds to the bond underwriters for payment to bond
holders. In the case of seven bond issues involved in this matter, the total payments received
by the Treasurer exceeded the funds necessary to pay off the bonds, due to such matters as
the timing of tax payments, early redemption of bonds, etc. The Treasurer has indicated an
interest in paying the excess proceeds to the City provided the City agrees to hold the
Treasurer harmless from any potential subsequent claim. These funds have had no activity
for several years. According to the records of the Treasurer, the City and the bond
underwriters, we can find no reasonable possibility of such a claim be made and accordingly
would recommend that the $40,295.73 fund balances in fund nos. 8711-8718 be paid to the
City’s general fund.
Our recommendation is that the resolution requesting payment by the County Treasurer and
agreeing to indemnify the Treasurer against any subsequent claim, be approved as drafted.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Charlie Cuypers
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2002-191
WHEREAS, the Hall County Treasurer has acted as paying agent for the City of Grand Island in
connection with the following series of bonded projects in accordance with the statutes of the State of
Nebraska; and
Fund No.
Description of Bond Issue Current Fund Balance
8711 Grand Island Library Bond & Int. 126.04
8712 GI Various Purpose Bond & Int. 1,083.45
8713 GI Off Street Parking 20.00
8714 GI Sewer 8,691.82
8715 GI Water Refunding 29,937.36
8716 GI Electric 1,211.25
8718 GI Sewer Flood Control 437.06
WHEREAS, all bonded debt, expenses and charges payable from funds received by the Treasurer
as paying agent for the above described bond issues have been paid in full; and
WHEREAS, the Treasurer and the City wish to disburse the foregoing fund balances to the general
fund of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City agrees to defend and hold the Treasurer harmless if any subsequent claim is
made against the above described funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island hereby requests that the
Treasurer of the County of Hall, Nebraska, a Body Politic, pay to the City’s general fund all fund balances
currently found in the following funds:
Fund No.
Description of Bond Issue Current Fund Balance
8711 Grand Island Library Bond & Int. 126.04
8712 GI Various Purpose Bond & Int. 1,083.45
8713 GI Off Street Parking 20.00
8714 GI Sewer 8,691.82
8715 GI Water Refunding 29,937.36
8716 GI Electric 1,211.25
8718 GI Sewer Flood Control 437.06
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City does hereby agree and covenant that it will defend
and hold harmless the Treasurer from any claim, cause of action or charge made against the foregoing funds
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
in the same manner as if the Treasurer remained the custodian of said funds.
Approved as to Form ? _______________
June 21, 2002 ? City Attorney
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska on June 25, 2002.
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item J1
Payment of Claims for the Period of June 12, 2002 through June
25, 2002
The Claims for the period of June 12, 2002 through June 25, 2002 for a total amount of
$2,640,767.98. A MOTION is in order.
Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council