10-26-2004 City Council Regular Meeting PacketCity of Grand Island
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session Packet
City Council:Mayor:
Jay Vavricek
City Administrator:
Gary Greer
City Clerk:
RaNae Edwards
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7:00:00 PM
Council Chambers - City Hall
100 East First Street
Carole Cornelius
Peg Gilbert
Joyce Haase
Margaret Hornady
Robert Meyer
Mitchell Nickerson
Don Pauly
Jackie Pielstick
Scott Walker
Fred Whitesides
City of Grand Island City Council
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
A - SUBMITTAL OF REQUESTS FOR FUTURE ITEMS
Individuals who have appropriate items for City Council consideration should complete the Request for Future
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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.
B - RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
This is an opportunity for individuals wishing to provide input on any of tonight's agenda items to reserve time to
speak. Please come forward, state your name and address, and the Agenda topic on which you will be speaking.
/Invocation - Pastor George Oxford, First Church of the
Nazarene, 1022 West 6th Street
MAYOR COMMUNICATION
This is an opportunity for the Mayor to comment on current events, activities, and issues of interest to the community.
City of Grand Island City Council
Item C1
Recognition of Grand Island Senior High Girls Golf Team for
State Championship
The Mayor and City Council will recognize the Grand Island Senior High Girls Golf Team
and their Coach Kevin Bartlett for their State Championship on October 13, 2004. These five
girls set a state scoring record in Class A competition. Congratulations for a job well done.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek
City of Grand Island City Council
Certificate of Recognition
Awarded to the
“Girl’s Golf Team”
at Grand Island Senior High School in 2004. In recognition of your
Class “A” State Championship.
Mayor, Jay Vavricek City Clerk, RaNae Edwards
Item C2
Recognition of Grand Island Central Catholic Boy's Tennis #2
Double's State Championship
The Mayor and City Council will recognize Kenny Howard and Chris Northup for their State
Championship in the Boy's Tennis #2 Double's held in Lincoln on October 14 & 15, 2004.
Also recognized will be their Coach Bill Gavers and Assistant Coach Fred Northup.
Congratulations on a job well done.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek
City of Grand Island City Council
Certificate of Recognition
Awarded to the
“GICC Boy’s Tennis #2 Double’s
State Championship”
at Grand Island Central Catholic High School in 2004.
In recognition of your State Championship.
Mayor, Jay Vavricek City Clerk, RaNae Edwards
Item D1
#2004-BE-18 - Consideration of Determining Benefits for Sanitary
Sewer District 513, Gosda Subdivision along Lillie Drive West of
North Road
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Director of Public Works
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Board of Equalization Hearing to Determine Benefits and
Consideration of an Ordinance Levying Assessments for
Sanitary Sewer District 513, Gosda Subdivision Along
Lillie Drive West of North Road
Item #’s: D-1 & F-2
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Director of Public Works
Background
The Certificate of Final Completion for Sanitary Sewer District No. 513, was
approved on September 28, 2004 with October 26, 2004 set as the date for
Council to sit as the Board of Equalization. All work has been completed and
special assessments have been calculated for the District.
Discussion
The contract for Sanitary Sewer District No. 513 was awarded to The Diamond
Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska on July 13, 2004. Work on the project
was completed on schedule at a construction price of $22,803.10. Total cost of the
project, including engineering, is $25,575.60. The estimated cost of the District at the
time of creation was $31,188.75. Costs for the project break down as follows:
Original Bid $ 23,394.50
Underruns $ (591.40)
Sub Total (Construction Price) $ 22,803.10
Additional Costs
Engineering, Publication, and TV Insp. Costs $ 2,772.50
Total Cost $ 25,575.60
Alternatives
1. Make a motion to approve the recommendation to allow the Board of
Equalization to determine benefits for Sanitary Sewer District No. 513 and
pass an ordinance allowing the City to recover the majority of the District
costs and assess the benefiting owners.
2. Refer the issue to a Committee.
3. Postpone the issue to a future date.
4. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council, sitting as a Board of Equalization,
determine the benefits and pass an ordinance to levy Special Assessments to individual
properties.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the recommendation, allowing the Board of Equalization to determine
benefits for Sanitary Sewer District No. 513, and pass an ordinance to levy assessments.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-BE-18
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, sitting as a Board of Equalization for Sanitary Sewer District
513, 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
$25,575.60; and
Such benefits are equal and uniform; and
According to the equivalent frontage of the respective lots, tracts, and real estate
within such Sanitary Sewer District No. 513, such benefits are the sums set opposite the several
descriptions as follows:
Name Description Assessment
Michael & Carol Joy Robinson Lot 9, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,932.35
Jerry & Mary Jane Novakowski Lot 10, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
Brett & Lori Nellson Lot 11, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
Janice & Merle Simmons Lot 12, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
R. Rebecca Donovan Lot 13, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
Steven & Connie Asche Part of the SE1/4, NE1/4 of Section 23-T11N-R10W,
more particularly described as follows:
Beginning on the South ROW line of Lillie Drive at the
southerly prolongation of the east line of Lot 13, Block
1 Gosda Subdivision; thence south 224 feet; thence west
parallel to the south ROW line of Lillie Drive to the
prolongation of the west ROW line of Mabel Drive;
thence north to the south ROW line of Lillie Drive;
thence east to the point of beginning.
10,915.97
TOTAL $25,575.60
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, on October 26, 2004.
____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item E1
Public Hearing on Request of Scott & Carla Dominick dba
Crooner's, 418 West 4th Street for a Class "C" Liquor License
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Public Hearing on Request of Scott & Carla Dominick
dba Crooner’s, 418 West 4th Street for a Class “C” Liquor
License
Item #’s: E-1 & G-4
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Scott & Carla Dominick dba Crooner’s, 418 West 4th Street have submitted an
application for a Class “C” Liquor License. A Class “C” Liquor License allows for the
sale of alcoholic beverages on and off sale within the corporate limits of the City of
Grand Island.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. This application has been reviewed by the
Building, Fire, Health, and Police Departments.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request for Scott & Carla Dominick dba Crooner’s, 418 West 4th
Street for a Class “C” Liquor License.
2. Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with no
recommendation.
3. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request contingent upon
final inspections.
Sample Motion
Approve the request of Scott & Carla Dominick dba Crooner’s, 418 West 4th Street for a
Class “C” Liquor License contingent upon final inspections.
Item E2
Public Hearing on Request of Stratford Plaza, LLC dba Howard
Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road for a Class "C" Liquor
License
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Public Hearing on Request of Stratford Plaza, LLC dba
Howard Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road for a
Class “C” Liquor License
Item #’s: E-2 & G-5
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Stratford Plaza, LLC dba Howard Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road has
submitted an application for a Class “C” Liquor License. A Class “C” Liquor License
allows for the sale of alcoholic beverages on and off sale within the corporate limits of
the City of Grand Island.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. This application has been reviewed by the
Building, Fire, Health, and Police Departments.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request for Stratford Plaza, LLC dba Howard Johnson Riverside
Inn, 3333 Ramada Road for a Class “C” Liquor License.
2. Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with no
recommendation.
3. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request contingent upon
final inspections.
Sample Motion
Approve the request of Stratford Plaza, LLC dba Howard Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333
Ramada Road for a Class “C” Liquor License contingent upon final inspections.
Item E3
Public Hearing on Request of A. Meier, Inc. dba El Copa Cabana,
2808 Old Fair Road, Suite B for a Class "C" Liquor License
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Public Hearing on Request of A. Meier, Inc. dba El Copa
Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road, Suite B for a Class “C”
Liquor License
Item #’s: E-3 & G-7
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
A. Meier, Inc. dba El Copa Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road has submitted an application for
a Class “C” Liquor License. A Class “C” Liquor License allows for the sale of alcoholic
beverages on and off sale within the corporate limits of the City of Grand Island.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. This application has been reviewed by the
Building, Fire, Health, and Police Departments.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request for A. Meier, Inc. dba El Copa Cabana, 2808 Old Fair
Road for a Class “C” Liquor License.
2. Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with no
recommendation.
3. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request contingent upon
final inspections.
Sample Motion
Approve the request of A. Meier, Inc. dba El Copa Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road for a
Class “C” Liquor License contingent upon final inspections.
Item E4
Public Hearing on Request of Perez, Inc. dba Tucanaso, 410 East
Fourth Street for a Class "C" Liquor License
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Public Hearing on Request of Perez, Inc. dba Tucanaso,
410 East Fourth Street for a Class “C” Liquor License
Item #’s: E-4 & G-9
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Perez, Inc. dba Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth Street has submitted an application for a Class
“C” Liquor License. A Class “C” Liquor License allows for the sale of alcoholic
beverages on and off sale within the corporate limits of the City of Grand Island.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. This application has been reviewed by the
Building, Fire, Health, and Police Departments.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request for Perez, Inc. dba Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth Street for a
Class “C” Liquor License.
2. Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with no
recommendation.
3. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request contingent upon
final inspections.
Sample Motion
Approve the request of Perez, Inc. dba Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth Street for a Class “C”
Liquor License contingent upon final inspections.
Item E5
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2537 Diers
Avenue - Bosselman, Inc.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Robert H. Smith, Asst. Utilities Director
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Acquisition of Utility Easement – 2537 Diers Avenue
Bosselman, Inc.
Item #’s: E-5 & G-11
Presenter(s): Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Background
Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City
Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to the property
of Bosselman, Inc., located at 2537 Diers Avenue, in the City Of Grand Island, Hall
County, in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power
appurtenances, including lines and transformers.
Discussion
This easement will be used to serve electricity to the new business on Lot 1, Bosselman
Subdivision from an existing transformer.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Make a motion to approve.
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the resolution for the
acquisition of the easement for one dollar ($1.00).
Sample Motion
Move to approve acquisition of the Utility Easement.
Item F1
#8938 - Consideration of Creation of Street Improvement District
1255; American Independence Subdivision for Independence
Avenue, Lariat Lane, and Shanna Street
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Director of Public Works
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Consideration of Creation of Street
Improvement District No. 1255; Portions of
Independence Avenue, Lariat Lane, and Shanna
Street
Item #’s: F-1
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Director of Public Works
Background
Council action is needed to create a Street Improvement District. If the District is
created, a notice will be mailed to all affected property owners and a 20-day
protest period will begin. The City will bid, construct, and levy special
assessments for the work if the district passes the protest period.
Discussion
The District will consist of the following streets: Independence Avenue from 13th Street
northerly to Shanna Street, approximately ½ block of Lariat Lane north of Shanna Street
and Shanna Street from just east of Branding Iron Lane easterly for approximately ¼ mile
to Mansfield Road.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Make a motion to approve the creation of Street Improvement District 1255.
2. Refer the issue to a Committee.
3. Postpone the issue to a future date.
4. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the creation of Street
Improvement District 1255; portions of Independence Avenue, Lariat Lane, and Shanna
Street. A ten (10) year assessment period is recommended.
Sample Motion
Approve the creation of Street Improvement District 1255.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 8938
An ordinance to create Street Improvement District No. 1255; to define the
boundaries of the district; to provide for the improvement of a street within the district by
paving, curbing, guttering, storm drainage, sidewalks, and other incidential work in connection
therewith; to provide for the filing of this ordinance with the Hall County Register of Deeds; and
to provide the publication and effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. Street Improvement District No. 1255 in the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska, is hereby created.
SECTION 2. The boundaries of the district shall be as follows:
Beginning at the southwest corner of American Independence Subdivision; thence
north on the west line of American Independence Subdivision to the southeast
corner of Lot Five (5) Western Height's Fifth Subdivision; thence west on the
south line of Lots Three (3), Four (4), and Five (5) Western Height's Fifth
Subdivision to the southwest corner of Lot Three (3) Western Height's Fifth
Subdivision; thence north on the west line of Western Height's Fifth Subdivision
and Double R Subdivision to the northwest corner of Lot Seven (7) Double R
Subdivision; thence east on the north line of Lots Seven (7), Eight (8), and Nine
· This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds ·
ORDINANCE NO. 8938 (Cont.)
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(9) Double R Subdivision, Lot One (1) American Independence Subdivision, Lot
One (1) American Independence Second Subdivision, and a prolongation thereof
to the west line of Mansfield Road; thence south on the west line of Mansfield
Road to the southeasterly corner of Lot Nine (9) Grand West Subdivision; thence
southwesterly on the southerly line of Lot Nine (9) Grand West Subdivision to the
southeast corner of Lot Eight (8) Grand West Subdivision; thence west on the
south line of Lots Two (2), Three (3), Four (4), Five (5), Six (6), Seven (7), and
Eight (8) Grand West Subdivision to the northwest corner of Lot One (1) Grand
West Subdivision; thence south on the west line of Grand West Subdivision to the
southwest corner of Grand West Subdivision; thence west on the south line of
American Independence Subdivision and a prolongation thereof to the point of
beginning, as shown on the plat dated October 12, 2004, marked Exhibit 'A",
attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 3. The following street in the district shall be improved by paving and
other incidental work in connection therewith:
Independence Avenue from 13th Street northerly to Shanna Street, approximately
1/2 block of Lariat Lane north of Shanna Street; and Shanna Street from just east
of Branding Iron Lane easterly for approximately 1/4 mile to Mansfield Road in
the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska.
Said improvements shall be made in accordance with plans and specifications
approved by the Engineer for the City of Grand Island.
SECTION 4. All improvements shall be made at public cost, but the cost thereof
shall be assessed upon the lots and lands in the district specially benefited thereby as provided by
law.
SECTION 5. This ordinance, with the plat, is hereby directed to be filed in the
office of the Register of Deeds, Hall County, Nebraska.
SECTION 6. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its
passage and publication, without the plat, as provided by law.
ORDINANCE NO. 8938 (Cont.)
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SECTION 7. After passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, without
the plat, notice of the creation of said district shall be published in the Grand Island Independent,
a legal newspaper published and of general circulation in said City, as provided by law.
Enacted: October 26, 2004.
____________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item F2
#8939 - Consideration of Assessments for Sanitary Sewer District
513, Gosda Subdivision along Lillie Drive West of North Road
This item relates to the aforementioned Board of Equalization Hearing Item D-1.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 8939
An ordinance assessing and leyving a special tax to pay the cost of construction of
Sanitary Sewer District No. 513 of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska; providing for the
collection of such special tax; repealing any provisions 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
sanitary sewer main in said Sanitary Sewer District No. 513, as adjudged by the Mayor and
Council of the City, to the extent of benefits 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:
Name Description Assessment
Michael & Carol Joy Robinson Lot 9, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,932.35
Jerry & Mary Jane Novakowski Lot 10, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
* This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds *
ORDINANCE NO. 8939 (Cont.)
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Brett & Lori Nellson Lot 11, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
Janice & Merle Simmons Lot 12, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
R. Rebecca Donovan Lot 13, Block 1, Gosda Subdivision 2,931.82
Steven & Connie Asche Part of the SE1/4, NE1/4 of Section 23-T11N-R10W,
more particularly described as follows:
Beginning on the South ROW line of Lillie Drive at the
southerly prolongation of the east line of Lot 13, Block
1 Gosda Subdivision; thence south 224 feet; thence west
parallel to the south ROW line of Lillie Drive to the
prolongation of the west ROW line of Mabel Drive;
thence north to the south ROW line of Lillie Drive;
thence east to the point of beginning.
10,915.97
TOTAL $25,575.60
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 thereof, until the same is collected
and paid.
SECTION 3. The assessments for Steven and Connie Asche have been deferred
in accordance with City of Grand Island Resolution 2004-112 approved on May 11, 2004, and
shall not accrue interest until terminated in accordance with Neb. Rev. Stat. §19-2428 through
§19-2431.
ORDINANCE NO. 8939 (Cont.)
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SECTION 4. 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 5. Such special assessments shall be paid into a fund to be designated
as the “Sewer Extension Fund” for Sanitary Sewer District No. 513.
SECTION 6. 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 7. 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: October 26, 2004.
____________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G1
Approving Minutes of October 12, 2004 City Council Regular
Meeting
The Minutes of October 12, 2004 City Council Regular Meeting are submitted for approval.
See attached MINUTES.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
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
October 12, 2004
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 October 12, 2004. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent
on October 6, 2004.
Mayor Jay Vavricek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were
present: Councilmembers Meyer, Whitesides, Pielstick, Gilbert, Cornelius, Pauly, Hornady,
Walker, and Haase. Councilmember Nickerson was absent. The following City Officials were
present: City Administrator Gary Greer, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Finance Director David
Springer, Public Works Director Steve Riehle, and City Attorney Doug Walker.
INVOCATION was given by Council President Jackie Pielstick followed by the PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE.
MAYOR COMMUNICATION: Mayor Vavricek introduced Teresa Anderson, Health
Department Director who remarked about the shortage of the flu vaccine and encouraged those
who were healthy to “Know When to Pass” on getting a flu shot.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS:
Proclamation “Clergy Appreciation Month” October 2004.
Recognition of Captain Kevin Harris, Firefighter with the Grand Island Fire Department for 25
Years of Service with the City. Kevin Harris was present for the recognition.
Recognition of Jodi Halm, Accounting Clerk with the Finance Department for 20 Years of
Service with the City. Jodi Halm was present for the recognition. Finance Director David
Springer commented on the service of Ms. Halm.
Presentation by Marlan Ferguson, Economic Development President Relative to Economic
Development Activities in Grand Island and Hall County.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Request of Orozco’s Corporation dba El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South
Eddy Street for Class “I” Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards reported that Orozco’s
Corporation dba El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South Eddy Street had submitted an application
with the City’ Clerk’s Office for a Class “I” Liquor License which allows for the sale of
alcoholic beverages on sale only within the corporate limits of the city. Ms. Edwards presented
Page 2, City Council Regular Meeting, October 12, 2004
the following exhibits for the record: application submitted to the Liquor Control Commission
and received by the City of September 20, 2004; notice to the applicant of date, time, and place
of hearing mailed on September 20, 2004; notice to the general public of date, time, and place of
hearing published on October 2, 2004; and Chapter 4 of the City Code. No public testimony was
heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 3604 South Blaine Street.
(Meadowlark Estates, Inc.) Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that acquisition of a utility
easement located at 3604 South Blaine Street was required in order to have access to install,
upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. The
easement would be used to place underground cable and a junction box along the south side of
Meadowlark Estates. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on the Acquisition of Four (4) Public Utility Easements Along the Properties of
3917 & 3923 Partridge Circle and 1609 & 1615 Meadow Road. (Little B’s Corporation) Steve
Riehle, Public Works Director reported that acquisition of (4) public utility easements located
along the properties of 3917 & 3923 Partridge Circle and 1609 & 1615 Meadow Road were
required in order to have access to maintain the necessary storm drainage. No public testimony
was heard.
Public Hearing on the Acquisition of a Public Utility Easement South of Capital Avenue and
West of Diers Avenue. (John R. Menard) Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported that
acquisition of a public utility easement south of Capital Avenue and west of Diers Avenue was
required in order to have access to install and maintain the necessary storm drainage. No public
testimony was heard.
Public Hearing Concerning the Semi-Annual Report by the Citizens’ Review Committee on the
Economic Development Program Plan. Doug Walker, City Attorney reported that State Statute
and City Code required the Citizens’ Review Committee to make a semi-annual report to the
City Council. Tim White, Chairman of the Citizens’ Advisory Review Committee presented the
Economic Development Program Plan. Gary Kelsch, 1808 West 2nd Street spoke in support. No
further public testimony was heard.
ORDINANCE:
Councilmember Pielstick moved “that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title
on three different days be suspended and that ordinances numbered:
#8937 - Consideration of Amending Chapter 5 of the Grand Island City Code Relative to
Animals
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 this ordinance on first reading and then upon final passage
and call for a roll call vote on each reading and then upon final passage.” Councilmember
Hornady seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Page 3, City Council Regular Meeting, October 12, 2004
Dennis Benson, 1008 East 5th Street spoke in support.
Motion was made by Pielstick, second by Whitesides to approve Ordinance #8937.
City Clerk: Ordinance #8937 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #8937 on final passage. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
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, Ordinance
#8937 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by law.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilmember Pielstick requested Item G-6 be removed from the
Consent Agenda. Motion by Hornady, second by Cornelius to approve the Consent Agenda
excluding item G-6. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Receipt of the Economic Development Program Plan Report.
Approving Minutes of September 28, 2004 City Council Regular Meeting. Councilmember
Walker abstained.
Approving Minutes of October 5, 2004 City Council Study Session.
Approving the Appointments of Anita Lewandowski, Jose Zapata, Kerri Nazarenus, and John
Briseno to the Human Rights Commision.
Approving Reappointment of Glen Murray to the Community Redevelopment Authority Board.
Approving Request of Rafael Orozco, 2105 North Nashville for Liquor Manager Designation for
El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South Eddy Street.
Approving Request of Cara Murphy, 1212 N. Sycamore Street for Liquor Manager Designation
for Pump & Pantry #3, 2511 Diers Avenue.
#2004-249 – Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Obermeier Subdivision.
#2004-250 – Approving Funding of Economic Development Request for NWPS Rate Agreement
Funds.
#2004-251 – Approving Revision to Copier Lease with Imagistics International, Inc. of Grand
Island, Nebraska for an additional cost of $123.93 per month.
#2004-252 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 3604 S. Blaine Street.
(Meadowlark Estates, Inc.)
Page 4, City Council Regular Meeting, October 12, 2004
#2004-253 – Approving Bid Award for Rogers Pump Station Pump #3 Installation with
Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $324,944.04.
#2004-254 – Approving Bid Award for Motor Control Center – Rogers Pumping Station with
Hupp Electric Motors of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in an Amount of $60,571.00 plus tax.
#2004-255 – Approving Bid Award for Platte River Well Field Contract 2005-WF-1 with Platte
Valley Construction Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $23,745.03.
#2004-256 – Approving Acquisition of Four (4) Public Utility Easements Along the Properties
of 3917 & 3923 Partridge Circle and 1609 & 1615 Meadow Road. (Little B’s Corporation)
#2004-257 – Approving Acquisition of a Public Utility Easement Located South of Capital
Avenue and West of Diers Avenue. (John R. Menard)
#2004-258 – Approving Bid Award for Snow Removal Services with Diamond Engineering
Company of Grand Island, Nebraska for the following amounts per hour: Truck Plows - $95.00;
Front End Loaders - $90.00; Motor Graders - $110.00; and Hauling Snow - $85.00.
#2004-259 – Approving Bid Award for a Landfill Compactor with Al-Jon, Inc. of Ottumwa,
Iowa in an Amount of $391,000.00.
#2004-260 – Approving Bid Award for Color Copier with Imagistics, Inc. of Grand Island,
Nebraska in an Amount of $490.35 per month.
#2004-261 – Approving Installation of a Yield Sign at the Intersection of Sweetwood Drive and
Driftwood Drive.
#2004-262 – Approving Renewal of Interlocal Agreement with Hall County Relative to Juvenile
Accountability Program.
#2004-263 – Approving Contract for Web Page Rebuild with KDS Internet of Grand Island,
Nebraska in an Amount not to exceed $25,000.00 plus monthly web hosting fee of $49.95.
#2004-264 – Approving Balance of Funds for Galvanized Steel Exterior Box Corrugated
Culverts at CAAP with CONTECH Construction Products, Inc. of Lincoln, Nebraska in an
Amount of $20,203.20.
Approving Request of Orozco’s Corporation dba El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South Eddy
Street for a Class “I” Liquor License. Discussion was had on the location of this business being
close to residential property.
Motion was made by Pielstick, second by Walker to forward this request to the Liquor Control
Commission with no recommendation. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Page 5, City Council Regular Meeting, October 12, 2004
RESOLUTIONS:
#2004-265 – Approving Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Heritage Disposal
and Storage LLC in an Amount of $100,000.00. City Attorney Doug Walker reported that the
Economic Development Corporation had taken the application of Heritage Disposal and Storage
Corporation for a $100,000.00 forgivable loan as an incentive to assist with the location of an
ammunition disposal facility in the City of Grand Island. Mark Vess owner of Heritage Disposal
and Storage Corporation spoke in support.
Motion by Pielstick, second by Hornady to approve Resolution #2004-265. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2004-266 – Approving Economic Development Funding Request. Finance Director David
Springer reported that a requested had been received from the Grand Island Area Economic
Development Corporation for annual funding of $350,000.00.
Motion by Hornady, second by Cornelius to approve Resolution #2004-266. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2004-267 – Approving Authorization for The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island,
Nebraska to Perform Emergency Repair Near the Intersection of Plum Street and Sutherland
Street. Public Works Director Steve Riehle reported that a ten foot section of the street near the
intersection of Plum Street and Sutherland Street had collapsed and had created a five foot deep
hole. Mr. Riehle stated City procurement code limited the dollar amount whereby City staff
could hire a contractor so permission was requested to acquire the services of The Diamond
Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska to perform the necessary emergency repairs.
Motion by Hornady, second by Cornelius to approve Resolution #2004-267. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Cornelius, second by Hornady to approve the Claims for the period of September 29,
2004 through October 12, 2004, for a total amount of $3,616,893.43. Motion adopted.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
Item G2
Approving Minutes of October 19, 2004 City Council Study Session
The Minutes of October 19, 2004 City Council Study Session are submitted for approval. See
attached MINUTES.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
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
October 19, 2004
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
October 19, 2004. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on October
13, 2004.
Mayor Jay Vavricek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were
present: Councilmembers Meyer, Pielstick, Gilbert, Nickerson, Cornelius, Pauly, Hornady,
Walker, and Haase. Councilmember Whitesides was absent. The following City Officials were
present: City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Finance Director David Springer, and City Attorney Doug
Walker
Discussion Concerning Public Building Commission: City Attorney Doug Walker reported that
to facilitate the construction of the one-half cent sales tax projects which included an addition to
the City Library, Fire Station #1, and a Law Enforcement Facility, the City was proposing that a
non-profit corporation be established.
It was recommended that the City establish the Grand Island Facilities Corporation. This non-
profit corporation would be authorized to issue tax exempt bonds to construct facilities and be
authorized to do lease purchase arrangements with the City of Grand Island.
Mr. Walker stated the following advantages of a non-profit corporation:
1. A subsequent vote of the people would not be required to issue tax exempt bonds.
The ballot language approved on May 11, 2004 specifically included the Library
Expansion, Fire Station #1, and Law Enforcement Center projects.
2. The non-profit corporation would have greater flexibility in contractual
arrangements with contractors and other professionals for construction of the
facilities. It would enhance the City’s ability to contain costs by using a
design/build process instead of the design/bid/build process.
Mr. Walker explained the by-laws and articles of corporation. Discussion was held concerning
the terms of the board members, number of board members, and their responsibilities. It was
stated that there would be no compensation to the board members. Mayor Vavricek commented
on the scope of the Public Building Commission. Explained was the concept of design/build
versus design/bid/build.
Lewis Kent, 624 East Meves spoke in support and requested Council use caution on each project.
Update on Library Facility Renovation/Expansion Project: Michael Kneale, President of the
Library Board of Trustees updated the Mayor and City Council on the Library Facility
Page 2, City Council Study Session, October 19, 2004
Renovation/Expansion Project. Several members of the Library Board and Board of Directors
were present for the presentation.
The Library Facility Committee had established three major objectives for its work: 1) Architect
selection; 2) Development of a building program; and 3) Overview throughout design,
construction, and post-construction.
The following list was presented of the Library Project Milestone Review and Projections:
1997 Library Strategic Plan identified need for future expansion of library facilities
2000 Building Consultant David Smith produced initial “Space Needs and Alternatives
Study”
2000 Community Survey conducted to gauge use of and interest in library services
2001 Library Feasibility Committee formed with citizen representation to determine
feasibility of expanding library facilities
2001 Clark Enersen Partners’ Phase I Feasibility Study concluded
2002 Short term renovations concluded to provide computer lab and study room
services
2003 Library Board held monthly post-renovation public meetings to update plans for
future expansion
05/2004 1/2% Sales Tax issue approved with library project included
05/2004 David Smith issued final Space Needs and Alternatives Study report with updated
findings
11/2004 RFP issuance
12/2004 City Council approval of architect
01/2005 Library Building Program document approval and work commences with
architect
07/2005 Conclusion of Design phase of project
09/2005 Construction documents finalized and construction commences
12/2006 Construction completed
Mr. Kneale stated that Mr. Fosselman would be the project director throughout design,
construction and post-construction of the library expansion project. Discussion was held
concerning acquiring property to the west of the library for parking.
Library Director Steve Fosselman commented on a list of people who had helped out since the
inspection of the library expansion project. Mr. Fosselman stated a community survey would be
conducted in the near future.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
City Clerk
RaNae Edwards
Item G3
Approving Appointment to the Regional Planning Commission
The Mayor has submitted the appointment of Scott Erickson to the Regional Planning
Commission. His appointment would become effective November 1, 2004, upon approval by
Council, and would expire October 31, 2007. He will be replacing current Regional Planning
Commission representative Bob Obst whose term will expire on October 31, 2004. Approval is
recommended.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek
City of Grand Island City Council
Item G4
Approving Request of Scott & Carla Dominick dba Crooner's, 418
West 4th Street for a Class "C" Liquor License
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-1.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Item G5
Approving Request of Stratford Plaza, LLC dba Howard Johnson
Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road for a Class "C" Liquor License
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-2.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Item G6
Approving Request of Nancy Smith, 1614 West 7th Street,
Hastings, Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation for Howard
Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Request of Nancy Smith, 1614 West 7th Street, Hastings,
Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation for Howard
Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road
Item #’s: G-6
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Nancy Smith, 1614 West 7th Street, Hastings, Nebraska has submitted an application with
the City Clerk’s Office for a Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class
“C-65949” Liquor Licenses for Howard Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road. This
application has been reviewed by the Police Department and City Clerk’s Office.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. All departmental reports have been received.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request of Nancy Smith, 1614 West 7th Street, Hastings,
Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “C-
65949” Liquor License for Howard Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada
Road.
2. Forward the request with no recommendation.
3. Take no action on the request.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request.
Sample Motion
Approve the request of Nancy Smith, 1614 West 7th Street, Hastings, Nebraska for
Liquor Manager Designation for Howard Johnson Riverside Inn, 3333 Ramada Road.
Item G7
Approving Request of A. Meier, Inc. dba El Copa Cabana, 2808
Old Fair Road, Suite B for a Class "C" Liquor License
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-3.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Item G8
Approving Request of Andrew Meier, 123 Meadowlark Circle,
Doniphan, Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation for El Copa
Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road, Suite B
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Request of Andrew Meier, 123 Meadowlark Circle,
Doniphan, Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation for
El Copa Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road, Suite B
Item #’s: G-8
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Andrew Meier, 123 Meadowlark Circle, Doniphan, Nebraska has submitted an
application with the City Clerk’s Office for a Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction
with the Class “C-65965” Liquor Licenses for El Copa Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road,
Suite B. This application ha s been reviewed by the Police Department and City Clerk’s
Office.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. All departmental reports have been received.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request of Andrew Meier, 123 Meadowlark Circle, Doniphan,
Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “C-
65965” Liquor License for El Copa Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road, Suite B.
2. Forward the request with no recommendation.
3. Take no action on the request.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request.
Sample Motion
Approve the request of Andrew Meier, 123 Meadowlark Circle, Doniphan, Nebraska for
Liquor Manager Designation for El Copa Cabana, 2808 Old Fair Road, Suite B.
Item G9
Approving Request of Perez, Inc. dba Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth
Street for a Class "C" Liquor License
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-4.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Item G10
Approving Request of Anastacio Jacobo, 411 East 4th Street, Apt.
1 for Liquor Manager Designation for Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth
Street
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Request of Anastacio Jacobo, 411 East 4th Street, Apt. 1
for Liquor Manager Designation for Tucanaso, 410 East
Fourth Street
Item #’s: G-10
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Anastacio Jacobo, 411 East 4th Street, Apt. 1 has submitted an application with the City
Clerk’s Office for a Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “C-
66056” Liquor Licenses for Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth Street. This application has been
reviewed by the Police Department and City Clerk’s Office.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. All departmental reports have been received.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request of Anastacio Jacobo, 411 East 4th Street, Apt. 1 for
Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “C-66056” Liquor
License for Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth Street.
2. Forward the request with no recommendation.
3. Take no action on the request.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request.
Sample Motion
Approve the request of Anastacio Jacobo, 411 East 4th Street, Apt. 1 for Liquor Manager
Designation for Tucanaso, 410 East Fourth Street.
Item G11
#2004-268 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2537
Diers Avenue - Bosselman, Inc.
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-5.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-268
WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from
Bosselman, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair public utilities and
appurtenances; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on October 26, 2004, for the purpose of discussing
the proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of Lot One (1), Bosselman
Subdivision located in the city of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the easement and right-of-way
being more particularly described as follows:
Referring to the southeast corner of Lot One (1) Bosselman Subdivision; thence northerly
along the easterly line of said Lot One (1), a distance of twenty (20.0) feet; thence westerly
and parallel with the southerly line of said Lot One (1), a distance of one hundred sixty eight
(168.0) feet to the ACTUAL point of beginning; thence continuing westerly and parallel
with the southerly line of Lot One (1), a distance of twenty (20) feet; thence deflecting right
90º and running northerly, a distance of ten (10.0) feet; thence deflecting right 90º and
running easterly, a distance of twenty (20.0) feet; thence deflecting right 90º and running
southerly, a distance of ten (10.0) feet to the point of beginning.
The above-described easement and right-of-way containing 200 square feet, more or less,
as shown on the plat dated October 7, 2004, 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 Bosselman, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, on the
above-described tract of land.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G12
#2004-269 - Approving Bid Award for Uniform Rental for Utilities
and Public Works Department Employees
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader;Dale Shotkoski
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Robert H. Smith, Assistant Utilities Director
Bud Buettner, Assistant Public Works Director
Dale Shotkoski, Assistant City Attorney/Purchasing
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Bid Award for Uniform Rental for Utilities & Public Works
Employees
Item #’s: G-12
Presenter: Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Background
Several divisions within the Utilities and Public Works Departments have uniform rental
agreements in order to maintain standard uniforms for City employees in these departments. The
Union Contracts require the employees to pay 40% of the cost and the City 60%. Not all
employees take advantage of the uniforms so the total numbers change from time to time. The
current supplier is Paramount Uniform and Linen. That contract has been in place for three years,
so the service was recently re-bid.
Discussion
Bid documents were prepared and advertised in accordance with the City Purchasing Code. Bids
were publicly opened on Thursday October 7, 2004. Four bids were received and evaluated by
the Utilities and Public Works Departments. Bids were received from Aramark Uniform
Services, Lincoln, NE; Paramount Uniform and Linen, Kearney, NE; Jackson Services, Inc.,
Columbus, NE; Western Uniform and Towel Service Inc., Salina, KS. The low bid was received
from Paramount Uniform and Linen. The amount currently being spent for uniform rental is
approximately $26,300 per year by the City departments. It is anticipated that approximately the
same amount would be necessary to cover the Uniform Rental Agreement for the upcoming year.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The
Council may:
1. Make a motion to approve
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to future date (specify date)
4 Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council accept the lowest bid for uniform rental which
was from Paramount Uniform and Linen, Kearney, NE.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the award of the bid for Uniform Rental services to Paramount Uniform and
Linen.
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: October 7, 2004 at 11:00 a.m.
FOR: Uniform Rental
DEPARTMENT: Utilities & Public Works
FUND/ACCOUNT:
PUBLICATION DATE: September 29, 2004
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 4
SUMMARY
Bidder: Aramark Uniform Services Paramount Uniform
Lincoln, NE Kearney, NE
Exceptions:
Bid Price:
Bidder: Jackson Services, Inc.
Columbus, NE
Exceptions:
Bid Price:
Bidder: Aramark Uniform
Services, Lincoln, NE
Paramount Uniform
Kearney, NE
Jackson Services, Inc.
Columbus, NE
Western
Wichita, KS
Brand: Wearguard Red Kap Industries Red Kap Industries Red Kap
Industries
Exceptions: None Noted None None
Description:
a.) Shirt, Industrial
Poplin – long sleeve
.40 .42 .46 .38
b.) Shirt, Industrial
Poplin – short sleeve
.40 .42 .46 .38
c.)Shirt, Oxford –
long sleeve
.55 .58 .64 .50
d.)Shirt, Oxford –
short sleeve
.55 .58 .64 .50
e.)Shirt, Uniform
Blouse – short
sleeve
.40 .42 .46 .38
f.)Shirt, Indura Work
Shirt – long sleeve
.80 .85 .96 1.10
g.) Pant, Industrial
Cut
.40 .45 .49 .40
h.) Pant, Jean Cut
(West)
.40 .45 .49 .40
i.) Pant, Dress slacks .62 .73 .85 .50
j.) Pant, Half Elastic
Industrial
.40 .45 .49 .40
k) Pant, Indura .80 .95 1.00 1.10
l.) Pant, Denim (Big
Ben)
.55 .45 .59 .48
m.) Pant, Denim
(Wrangler)
.55 .45 .69 1.00
n.) Pant, Red Kap
Denim
.55 .45 .59 .48
Jacket with
inventory of 11 pants
and shirts
1.) Eisenhower (Ike) N/C N/C .25 .60
m.) Panel N/C N/C .50 .60
n.) Indura Zip-in/Zip-
out
N/C N/C .79 1.30
Jacket with less-
than inventory of 11
pants and shirts
o.) Eisenhower (Ike) N/C N/C 1.00 .60
p.) Panel N/C N/C 1.00 .60
q.) Indura Zip-in/Zip-
out
N/C N/C 1.00 1.30
r.) Coveralls, Action
Back (with inventory
of 11 pants & shirts)
.80 .98 1.00 .90
s.) Coveralls, Action
Back – rented in
winter
.80 .98 1.00 .90
t.) Coveralls, Action
Back – rented in
winter months only
.80 .98 1.00 .90
u.) Coveralls, Action
Back (less than
inventory of 11
pants & shirts)
.80 .98 1.00 .90
v.) Short/long sleeve
option
N/C N/C .10 .20
w.) Pre/Set up charge
per item
.25 N/C 1.00 N/C
x.) Any other cost None None 6.00 per stop service chg None
y.) Emblem for Dept.
designation
.50 N/C 2.00 N/C
z.) Emblem for
employee
designation
.50 N/C 1.00 N/C
cc: Gary Mader, Utilities Director Steve Riehle, Public Works Director
Pat Gericke, Utilities Admin. Secretary Gary Greer, City Administrator
Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
P951
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-269
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Uniform Rental for the Public
Works and Utilities Department, according to plans and specifications on file with the Utilities
Administration Office; and
WHEREAS, on October 7, 2004, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Paramount Linen and Uniform Rental of Kearney, 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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Paramount Linen and Uniform Rental of
Kearney, Nebraska for uniform rental is hereby approved as the lowest responsive bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a rental agreement between the City and Paramount
Linen and Uniform Rental be entered into, and 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, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G13
#2004-270 - Approving Interlocal Agreement with College Park for
Hike/Bike Trail Development
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Paustian
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Approving Interlocal Agreement with College Park for
Hike/Bike Trail Development
Item #’s: G-13
Presenter(s): Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director
Background
Monies have been budgeted for the extension of the existing Hike/Bike trail currently
located at Central Community College to be extended toward Hall County Park.
Discussion
This agreement allows for the City to construct the trail across College Park property
before heading south across Hwy 34 and on to Stuhr Museum property.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to approve
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the interlocal agreement
allowing for the trail extension.
Sample Motion
Motio n to approve acceptance of License Agreement with College Park.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-270
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island provides and develops parks and recreation areas
including hike/bike trails for public use; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is proposing the development of Riverway Hike/Bike
Trail which will connect the trail currently at Central Community College property to pass through College
Park property, through Stuhr Museum property and onto the Wood River diversion canal, connecting to
Hall County Park and will continue along the canal until it eventually reaches the Platte River; and
WHEREAS, such hike/bike trail will encroach on property owned by College Park; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that an Interlocal Agreement be entered into with College
Park to facilitate the development of such hike/bike trails; and
WHEREAS, the City Attorney's office has prepared an Interlocal Agreement with College
Park for the development of hike/bike trails across its property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Interlocal Agreement by and between the City
and College Park at Grand Island, Nebraska, a Nebraska non-profit corporation, for the development of a
hike/bike trail across its property is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute such Interlocal 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, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G14
#2004-271 - Approving Bid Award for Site Preparation and Lake
Excavation at CAAP
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Paustian
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Approving Bid Award for Site Preparation and Lake
Excavation at CAAP
Item #’s: G-14
Presenter(s): Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director
Background
The master plan for the development of the Heartland Public Shooting Park, located on
former CAAP property calls for the development of an outdoor rifle and pistol range.
This development plan was adopted by the City Council several years ago.
Discussion
The City advertised for bids for the site development work required for the project. Two
bids were received. One bid was from Hooker Brothers Construction, of Grand Island in
the amount of $684,150.00. The second bid was received for Platte Valley Construction,
also of Grand Island, in the amount of $1,463,950.00. Total budget available in this line
item for this work is $500,000.00. The actual engineers estimate for this work was
$2,441,970.10.
In discussions with Hooker Brothers Construction it appears several items of the
proposed work can be modified to save substantial dollars. A deductive change order
will be prepared to get the final contact amount closer to the $500,000.00 available.
Additional funds are available to help offset this increased expense in the 400 fund.
Efforts will also be made to receive financial assistance from private sources and
foundations as well.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to approve
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the bid award to Hooker
Brothers Construction of Grand Island, NE in the amount of $684,150.00.
Sample Motion
Motion to approve the bid award.
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: September 29, 2004 at 11:00 a.m.
FOR: Site Preparation & Lake Excavation CAAP Sport Shooting Complex
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
ESTIMATE: $400,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT: 40044450-90026
PUBLICATION DATE: September 19, 2004
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 12
SUMMARY
Bidder: Hooker Brothers Construction Co. Platte Valley Construction Co.
Grand Island, NE Grand Island, NE
Bid Security: Western Surety Company Universal Surety Company
Exceptions: None Noted
Bid Price: $684,150.00 $1,463,950.00
cc: Steve Paustian, Parks & Recreation Director
Gary Greer, City Administrator
Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent
Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
P947
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-271
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Site Preparation and Lake
Excavation at the CAAP Sport Shooting Complex, according to plans and specifications on file with the
City Clerk; and
WHEREAS, on September 29, 2004, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Hooker Brothers Construction Company of Grand Island, Nebraska,
submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and
all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $684,150.00; and
WHEREAS, Hooker Brothers Construction Company's bid is less than the estimate for
such project, however only $500,000 has been budgeted for this project during the 2004-2005 fiscal year;
and
WHEREAS, as a result of discussions with Hooker Brothers Construction Company,
several items of the proposed work can be modified to substantially reduce project costs; and
WHEREAS, efforts will be made to receive financial assistance on this project from private
sources and local foundations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Hooker Brothers Construction Company
of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $684,150.00 for site preparation and lake excavation at the
CAAP Sport Shooting Complex is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a contract with such contractor for such project on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G15
#2004-272 - Approving Certificate of Final Completion for
Professional Services Agreement for Development of the Rifle and
Pistol Ranges
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steve Paustian
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Certificate of Final Completion-Professional Services
Agreement with C. Vargas and Associates
Item #’s: G-15
Presenter(s): Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director
Background
A contract was entered into with C. Vargas and Associates on February 27, 2004 for
design services of a rifle and pistol shooting complex at the Heartland Public Shooting
Park.
Discussion
The design services have been completed as per the contract.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to approve
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the final acceptance for the
work contracted.
Sample Motion
Motion to approve certificate of final completion.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-272
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Director of the City of Grand Island has issued his
Certificate of Final Completion for Professional Services Agreement for Development of the Rifle and Pistol
Ranges, certifying that C. Vargas and Associates of Jacksonville, Florida, under contract dated February
27, 2004, has completed such project according to the terms, conditions, and stipulations for such
improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Director recommends the acceptance of the final
completion; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the Parks and Recreation Director's
recommendations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that:
1. The Parks and Recreation Director's Certificate of Final Completion for Professional Services
Agreement for Development of the Rifle and Pistol Ranges is hereby confirmed.
2. A warrant be issued from Account No. 40044450-90026 in the amount of $800.00 payable to C.
Vargas and Associates for the final amount due the contractor.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G16
#2004-273 - Approving Authorization to Use Emergency
Procurement Procedures to Make Repairs to a Blower at the
Waste Water Treatment Plant
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Director of Public Works
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Approving Authorization to Perform Emergency Repairs
on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Blower
Item #’s: G-16
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Director of Public Works
Background
On October 8, 2004 one of our four (4) Aeration Basin Blowers broke down. Failure to
repair the blower in a timely manner may result in release of water from the treatment
plant into the out fall ditch that has not been fully treated. This in turn will violate the
conditions of the NPDES permit.
Discussion
The City procurement code limits the dollar amount whereby City Staff can hire a
contractor to no more then $7,500.00. Staff believes the total cost will exceed $7,500.00.
We are requesting permission to use the emergency procurement procedures as out lined
in section 27-13 of the City Code to acquire services of a contractor to perform the
necessary emergency repairs.
The Public Works Department contacted the Northwest Electric Shop of Lincoln, NE to
assess the repairs needed. They have estimated the repair costs at $26,284.22. We also
received a quote from Gardner Denver Blower Division in Peachtree City, Georgia for
$30,284.00 plus freight. The Northwest Electric Shop has done minor repairs to the
blower in the past.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Make a motion to approve usage of the City’s emergency procurement
procedures and authorize the Mayor to issue a purchase order to the vendor
for the necessary repairs.
2. Refer the issue to a Committee.
3. Postpone the issue to a future date.
4. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve usage of the City’s emergency
procurement procedures and pass a resolution authorizing the Mayor to issue a purchase
order for the repairs.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the usage of the City’s emergency procurement procedures and issue a
purchase order to Northwest Electric Shop for the repairs.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-273
WHEREAS, on October 8, 2004, one of the four aeration basin blowers broke down at
the Wastewater Treatment Plant; and
WHEREAS, two aeration basin blowers must be running at all times to comply with
NPDES regulations; and
WHEREAS, the remaining two aeration basin blowers are available when one or both of
the main blowers fails, with the one broke down we only have one standby blower; and
WHEREAS, it is in the City's best interests to immediately repair the failed aeration basin
blower; and
WHEREAS, using the City's standard procurement procedures to make repairs may
jeopardize the City's ability to comply with NPDES regulations; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to proceed immediately with the required repair
work; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate and necessary to deal with this emergency by proceeding
under Section 27-13 of the Grand Island City Code (1988 ed.) and declare and authorize an emergency
procurement procedure; and
WHEREAS, the Northwest Electric Shop of Lincoln, Nebraska, has assessed the damage
to one of the aeration basin blower, and is available and willing to do such work on a very short notice at a
cost of $26,284.22; and
WHEREAS, the Northwest Electric Shop is qualified to do such work, and has completed
repair work on the blowers in the past.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the use of the City's emergency procurement
procedures in this situation is hereby ratified.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that emergency repairs shall be completed by the
Northwest Electric Shop of Lincoln, Nebraska, at a cost of $26,284.22 to fix the aeration basin blower for
use at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Public Works Department is authorized to issue a
purchase order to the contractor for such project.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 12, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G17
#2004-274 - Approving Change Order #1to the Contract with
Starostka Group for Grand Generation Addition and Renovation
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Jerenne Garroutte
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Jerenne Garroutte, Community Development
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Change Order #1 Grand Generation Center
Item #’s: G-17
Presenter(s): Jerenne Garroutte, Community Development
Background
The City of Grand Island owns the building that houses the Senior Citizens Industries,
Inc. which is located at 304 East 3rd Street, here in Grand Island. The City recently
awarded a contract in the amount of $615,985.00 to Starostka Group Unlimited for the
expansion and reno vation of the Center. The City applied for and received a Community
Development Block grant in the amount of $350,000 to assist in this expansion and
renovation. The additional funding will come in the form of matching funds from the
Senior Citizen Industries, Inc. A Change Order in the amount of $17,524.25 has been
requested for the removal of miscellaneous debris found under the footings during the
redigging for the laying of the foundation. At the regular monthly Board Meeting of the
Senior Citizens Industries, Inc. Board, held October 13, 2004, a motion was made and
approved to pay the request for Change Order #1.
Discussion
As the building is owned by the City and the original contract was signed by the City of
Grand Island, Change Order #1 is being submitted to the City for approval even though
the Senior Citizens Industries, Inc. will pay the cost of Change Order #1.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Make a motion to approve Change Order #1.
2. Refer the issue to a Committee.
3. Postpone the issue to future date.
4. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order #1.
Sample Motion
Motion to approve Change Order #1 to the contract with Starostka Group Unlimited on
the expansion and renovation of the Senior Citizens Industries, Inc.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-274
WHEREAS, on July 13, 2004, by Resolution 2004-166, the City of Grand Island awarded
the bid for the addition and renovation of the Grand Generation Center at 304 East Third Street to
Starostka Group, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, while preparing for the laying of a new foundation, miscellaneous debris was
found under the existing footings which needed to be removed; and
WHEREAS, Change Order No. 1 sets out the cost of such miscellaneous debris removal at
$17,524.25, which will be paid entirely by the Senior Citizens Industries, Inc.
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, Inc. of
Grand Island, Nebraska for the removal of miscellaneous debris as set out in the change order.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G18
#2004-275 - Approving Subordination Agreements for House
Located at 1122 East 9th Street and Purchased Under CDBG
Down Payment Assistance Program and Affordable Housing Trust
Fund
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Jerenne Garroutte
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Jerenne Garroutte, Community Development
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Subordination Agreements for House Located at
1122 East 9th Street Purchased Under CDBG
Down Payment Assistance Program And
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Item #’s: G-18
Presenter(s): Jerenne Garroutte, Community Development
Background
The City of Grand Island has two real estate liens on property owned by Eleanor F.
Bennett, 1122 East 9th Street. The 1st lien is in the amount of $12,053.00 which is the
result of the City Down Payment Assistance funds loaned to the homeowner to purchase
a home in the Community Development Block Grant Project Area on October 4, 2002.
This lien reduces 10% per year on the anniversary date of the loan and will be forgiven
totally on October 4, 2012. The 2nd lien in the amount of $9,000.00 is the result of the
Affordable Housing Trust Fund Grant for infrastructure of the Subdivision. The
$9,000.00 lien does not reduce yearly however, the grant stipulates that if the property is
sold and does not yield enough to pay the $9,000 lien, the $9,000 lien will be forgiven.
Discussion
The City currently has a 2nd mortgage real estate lien in the amount of $12,053.00 and a
3rd mortgage real estate lien in the amount of $9,000.00 which are junior in priority to a
Deed of Trust from the owner to their finance company Community Mortgage. By law,
the new Deed of Trust would be junior in priority to the City’s lien; however, the lenders
from the new lending institution (Full Spectrum Lending) have asked the City to
subordinate its real estate liens to the new Deed of Trust.
The new lien with Full Spectrum Lending is in the amount of $60,001. The current
appraisal of the property as of October 7, 2004 is $90,000.00 and is sufficient to secure
the refinanced loan and the City’s loans. Approval of the proposed Subordination
Agreements, placing the City in the junior position to the new Deed of Trust, is
recommended.
ALTERNATIVES
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the Subordination Agreements.
2. Refer the issue to a Committee.
3. Postpone the issue to a future date.
4. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the Subordination
Agreements, placing the City’s liens in the junior position to the new Deed of Trust.
Sample Motion
Approve the Subordination Agreements between the City of Grand Island and Eleanor F.
Bennett for the property located at 1122 East 9th Street.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-275
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, is the lender and secured party of a Deed of Trust
dated October 4, 2002 and recorded on October 7, 2002 as Instrument No. 0200210700, in the amount
of $12,053.00, secured by property located at 1122 East 9th Street and owned by Eleanor F. Bennett, a
single person, said property being described as follows:
Lot Seven (7), Lincoln View Estates Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County,
Nebraska.
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, is also the lender and secured party of a Deed of
Trust dated October 4, 2002 and recorded on October 7, 2002 as Instrument No. 0200210701, in the
amount of $9,000.00, secured by the same property; and
WHEREAS, Eleanor F. Bennett, a single person, wishes to execute a Deed of Trust and
Note in the amount of $60,001 with Full Spectrum Lending to be secured by the above-described real
estate; and
WHEREAS, the new lender, Full Spectrum Lending, Beneficiary, wishes to extend the new
loan secured by a Deed of Trust conditioned upon the City subordinating its Deeds of Trust to their lien
priority; and
WHEREAS, the value of the above-described real estate is sufficient to adequately secure
all three loans.
WHEREAS, the requested subordination of the City's lien priority is in the best interests of
all parties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute agreements subordinating the lien priority of the above described Deeds of Trust from Eleanor F.
Bennett, a single person, to the City of Grand Island, as beneficiary to that of the new loan and Deed of
Trust of Full Spectrum Lending, Beneficiary, as more particularly set out in the subordination agreements.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G19
#2004-276 - Approving Subordination Agreement for House
Located at 1208 Warren Lane and Purchased Under CDBG Down
Payment Assistance Program
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Jerenne Garroutte
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Jerenne Garroutte, Community Development
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Subordination Agreement for House Located at
1208 Warren Lane Purchased Under CDBG Down
Payment Assistance Program
Item #’s: G-19
Presenter(s): Jerenne Garroutte, Community Development
Background
The City of Grand Island has a real estate lien on property owned by David and Michelle
Grinnell, 1208 Warren Lane, in the amount of $23,000.00 which is the result of the City
Down Payment Assistance funds loaned to the homeowner to purchase a home in the
Community Development Block Grant Project Area on April 30, 1998. This lien reduces
10% per year on the anniversary date of the loan and will be forgiven totally on April 30,
2008. The balance due at this time if $9,200.00. The owners are requesting permission
to refinance their first mortgage to include some home improvement loans.
Discussion
The City’s current real estate lien is junior in priority to a Deed of Trust from the owner
to their finance company (Commercial Federal). By law, the new Deed of Trust would
be junior in priority to the City’s lien; however, the lenders from the new lending
institution (New Century Mortgage) have asked the City to subordinate its real estate lien
to the new Deed of Trust.
The current lien with Commercial Federal is $48,000.00. The appraised valuation of the
property is $84,000 and is sufficient to secure the refinanced loan of $70,000 and the
City’s loan. Approval of the proposed Subordination Agreement, placing the City in the
junior position to the new Deed of Trust is recommended.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the Subordination Agreement.
2. Refe r the issue to a Committee.
3. Postpone the issue to a future date.
4. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the Subordination Agreement,
placing the City’s liens in the junior position to the new Deed of Trust.
Sample Motion
Approve the Subordination Agreement between the City of Grand Island and David and
Michelle Grinnell, for the property located at 1208 Warren Lane.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-276
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, is the lender and secured party of a Deed of Trust
dated April 30, 1998 and recorded on April 30, 1998 as Instrument No. 98-104089 secured by property
located at 1208 Warren Lane and owned by David Grinnell and Michelle Haase, now known as Michelle
Grinnell, husband and wife, said property being described as follows:
Lot Twelve (12), Houghkirk Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County,
Nebraska, excepting therefrom a tract of land of Lot Twelve (12) conveyed to the
Burlington Northern Railroad Company more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the southwest corner of said Lot Twelve (12); thence running northwesterly
along the westerly line of said Lot Twelve (12), a distance of Two Hundred Six and Eighty
Nine Hundredths (206.89) feet; to the northwest corner of said Lot Twelve (12); thence
deflecting right 89º59'40" and running northeasterly along the northerly line of said Lot
Twelve (12), a distance of Forty Five and Sixty Eight Hundredths (45.68) feet; thence
deflecting right 89º30'31" and running southeasterly a distance of Seventy Four and Eight
Tenths (74.80) feet; thence deflecting right 90º28'49" and running southwesterly a distance
of Thirty Six and Sixty Six Hundredths (36.66) feet; thence deflecting left 90º06'59" and
running southeasterly a distance of One Hundred Thirty Two and Sixteen Hundredths
(132.16) feet, to a point on the northerly right of way line of 12th Street; thence deflecting
right 90º29'34" and running southwesterly along the northerly right of way line of 12th
Street, a distance of Ten (10.0) feet, to the point of beginning.
WHEREAS, David Grinnell and Michelle Grinnell, husband and wife, wish to execute a
Deed of Trust and Note in the amount of $70,000 with New Century Mortgage to be secured by the
above-described real estate; and
WHEREAS, the new lender, New Century Mortgage, Beneficiary, wishes to extend the
new loan secured by a Deed of Trust conditioned upon the City subordinating its Deed of Trust to their lien
priority; and
WHEREAS, the value of the above-described real estate is sufficient to adequately secure
both loans.
WHEREAS, the requested subordination of the City's lien priority is in the best interests of
all parties.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute an agreement subordinating the lien priority of the above described Deed of Trust from David
Grinnell and Michelle Grinnell, husband and wife, to the City of Grand Island, as beneficiary to that of the
new loan and Deed of Trust of New Century Mortgage, Beneficiary, as more particularly set out in the
subordination agreement.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G20
#2004-277 - Approving Renewal of Upgrade and Compliance of
Microsoft Licensing
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: David Springer
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: David Springer, Finance Director
Meeting: October 26, 2004
Subject: Approving Upgrade and Compliance of Microsoft
Licensing
Item #’s: G-20
Presenter(s): David Springer, Finance Director
Background
On July 23, 2002, Council adopted Ordinance No. 2002-228 for the purchase of
Microsoft licenses and renewals for City departments. Those licenses included a 2 year
upgrade feature that expired on June 30, 2004. As of July1, 2004, the State of Nebraska
entered into a new state-wide Microsoft Select Agreement with a three year contract term
through June 30, 2007.
Discussion
The new Select Agreement for the City of Grand Island from ASAP Software Express,
Inc., a Nebraska State Contract reseller, would extend all existing licenses purchased
under the 2002 agreement until June 30, 2007 and can be paid in three installments of
$28,873.14 each for a total of $86,619.42. The Software Assurance feature allows for
these licenses to be upgraded to the highest level of the same software to the end of the
term in 2007. The number of users varies by application, but just for the Windows Server
Interface, there are over 300. As this agreement pertains to licenses in place in 2002, any
added since that time will be reviewed and presented to Council for inclusion at a future
date. This purchase is budgeted for in the IT Department and the cost is included in the
annual computer charge out to user departments.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the upgrade and extension of Microsoft licenses
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to a future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the new three year Microsoft
licensing agreement for $86,619.42, payable in three installments. .
Sample Motion
Approve the three year Microsoft Licensing Agreement with ASAP Software Express,
Inc., in the amount of $86,619.42.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2004 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2004-277
WHEREAS, the Information Technology Division of the Finance Department continually
works on maintaining the city's computer network, computer hardware, software, etc.; and
WHEREAS, due to the number of computer users, the variety of computer software
programs utilized, and the constant need for computer upgrades, it is imperative to consistently maintain the
entire city network system; and
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2002, by Resolution 2002-228, the City Council of the City of
Grand Island authorized the Information Technology Division of the Finance Department to update expired
computer software licenses and renewals on the City computers for an amount of $150,000, which included
a two-year maintenance feature providing the option to receive additional upgrades during that period; and
WHEREAS, the upgrade feature expired on June 30, 2004; and
WHEREAS, as of July 1, 2004, the State of Nebraska entered into a new state-wide
Microsoft Select Agreement with a three year contract term; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island can utilize the Microsoft Select Agreement to extend
all existing software licenses purchased in 2002 until June 30, 2007; and
WHEREAS, the cost for such license extension is $86,619.42, which can be paid in three
installments of $28,873.14; and
WHEREAS, this is the most cost effective approach to updating and upgrading the city
computer system.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Information Technology Division of the Finance
Department is hereby authorized to utilize the Microsoft Select Agreement to extend all existing software
licenses purchased in 2002 until June 30, 2007 at a cost of $86,619.42, which can be paid in three annual
installments.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, October 26, 2004.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item J1
Payment of Claims for the Period of October 13, 2004 through
October 26, 2004
The Claims for the period of October 13, 2004 through October 26, 2004 for a total of
$3,663,151.60. A MOTION is in order.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council