04-26-2005 City Council Regular Meeting PacketCity of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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 Agenda
Items form located at the Information Booth. If the issue can be handled administratively without Council action,
notification will be provided. If the item is scheduled for a meeting or study session, notification of the date will be given.
B - RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
This is an opportunity for individuals wishing to provide input on any of tonight's agenda items to reserve time to speak.
Please come forward, state your name and address, and the Agenda topic on which you will be speaking.
/Invocation - Reverend Erin Curtis, First Christian Church,
2400 West 14th 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 Larry Graves, Sr. Power Plant Operator for 35
Years of Service with the City
The Mayor and City Council will recognize Larry Graves, Sr. Power Plant Operator for 35
years of service with the City. Mr. Graves was hired on April 6, 1970 as an Administrator I.
He then became an Administrator II on November 16, 1971 and moved to Power Plant
Operator I on October 3, 1988 which was reclassified as Utilities Operator on August 1, 1992.
He was promoted to Senior Utility Operator on June 13, 1993 with a reclassification to Sr.
Power Plant Operator on October 6, 2003. We would like to congratulate Mr. Graves for his
dedicated service to the City over the last 35 years.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Item C2
Proclamation "Tourism Month" May 2005
Whereas, travel and tourism is extremely important to the community of Grand Island in
terms of revenues generated, and because the travel and tourism industry contributes to the
employment, economic prosperity, international trade, and relations and peace,
understanding, and goodwill, Mayor Vavricek, in conjunction with the Hall County
Convention and Visitors Bureau, has proclaimed the month of May 2005 as "Tourism
Month". See attached PROCLAMATION.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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 travel and tourism industry in Grand Island is vital to our
economic stability and growth and it contributes substantially to
Grand Island’s employment, economic prosperity, international
trade and relations, peace, understanding and goodwill; and
WHEREAS, travel and tourism ranks as one of Grand Island’s largest
industries in terms of revenue generated contributing over $114
million in our economy in 2004 with over 1 million people
visiting our attractions and staying in our hotels; and
WHEREAS, recognizing travel and tourism can be expected to play an even
greater role in the lives of those who live in the Greater Grand
Island area.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jay Vavricek, Mayor of the City Grand Island, Nebraska, in
recognition of the unique significance of the travel and tourism
industry in the lives of the citizens of Grand Island, do hereby
proclaim, the month of May, 2005 as
“Tourism Month”
in the City of Grand Island, and I urge all citizens to observe
such month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of
the City of Grand Island to be affixed this 26th day of April in
the year of our Lord Two Thousand and Five.
________________________________________
Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska
Attest: ________________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item C3
Presentation by Youth Leadership Tomorrow and Community
Youth Council
Executive Director Jennifer Worthington and several members of Youth Leadership
Tomorrow and Community Youth Council will update the Mayor and City Council on
activities accomplished this year.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Paul Briseno
City of Grand Island City Council
Item E1
Public Hearing on Amendment to the Grand Island Zoning Map
for Property Proposed for Platting as Stewart Place Fourth
Subdivision Located South of Stolley Park Road and West of
Blaine Street from R2 Low Density Residential to RD Residential
Development
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Regional Planning Commission
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Amendment to Zoning Map
Item #’s: E-1 & F-1
Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
This development proposes to amend the Grand Island zoning map for property located
South of Stolley Park Road, and West of Blaine Street from R2 Low Density Residential
to RD Residential Development.
Discussion
In order to permit this development planning commission and the City Council will have
to acknowledge and permit some exceptions to the requirements for an RD Residential
Development Zone. The RD Zone requires that the developer buffer the perimeter of the
development with a 30 landscaped buffer yard. Almost all of the exterior lots of this
subdivision have buildings and or patios closer to the outer boundary than 30 feet. These
have been identified in the subdivision agreement and staff suggests that the 30 foot
buffer be waive due to the built out nature of this development. Council has the authority
to waive this requirement. The subdivider and future owners will be prohibited from
encroaching any further into the buffer yard.
Alternatives Regarding Changes to the Zoning Map
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to leave the zoning map unchanged.
2. Move to approve the zoning change as requested.
3. Refer the issue back to the Planning Commission
4. Postpone the issue to future date
5. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation Regarding Change to the Zoning Map
A motion was made by Miller and seconded by Ruge to approve and recommend the City
Council approve the change in zoning as presented.
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 9 members present (Amick,
Haskins, O’Neill, Brown, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Wagoner) voting in favor.
Sample Motion for Change to the Zoning Map
Move to approve the change to the Zoning Map as presented.
Item E2
Public Hearing on Request of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart
Supercenter #1326, 2250 N. Diers Avenue for Class "D" Liquor
License
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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: April 26, 2005
Subject: Public Hearing on Request of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba
Wal-Mart Supercenter #1326, 2250 N. Diers Avenue for
a Class “D” Liquor License
Item #’s: E-2 & G-3
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart Supercenter #1326, 2250 N. Diers Avenue has
submitted an application for a Class “D” Liquor License. A Class “D” Liquor License
allows for the sale of alcoholic beverages off sale only within the corporate limits of the
City.
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. Approval is recommended contingent
upon final inspections.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the request.
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
Move to approve the request of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart Supercenter #1326,
2250 N. Diers Avenue for a Class “D” Liquor License contingent upon final inspections.
Item E3
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 638 N. Webb
Road - Le Meridien, LLC
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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: April 26, 2005
Subject: Acquisition of Utility Easement – Southeast corner of
638 N. Webb Road – Le Meridian, LLC
Item #’s: E-3 & G-12
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 Le Meridien, LLC, located at the southeast corner of 638 N. Webb Road, 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 locate primary electrical cable and a pad-mounted
transformer to serve the new Lofgreen Dental Clinic.
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
Motion to approve acquisition of the Utility Easement.
Item F1
# - Consideration of Amendment to the Grand Island Zoning Map
for Property Proposed for Platting as Stewart Place Fourth
Subdivision Located South of Stolley Park Road and West of
Blaine Street from R2 Low Density Residential to RD Residential
Development
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-1.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 8972
An ordinance rezoning a certain tract of land within the zoning jurisdiction of the
City of Grand Island; changing the land use classification of a tract of land comprising of a part
of Lot One (1), all of Lots Two (2), Three (3), Four (4) and a part of Lot Five (5), all in Block
Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision, all of Lot Three (3), Stewart Place Second Subdivision, all
of Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third Subdivision and a part of the Northwest Quarter of the
Northeast Quarter (NW1/4, NE1/4), all in Section Twenty Nine (29), Township Eleven (11)
North, Range Nine (9) West of the 6th P.M. in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska,
from R2-Low Density Residential Zone to RD-Residential Development Zone; directing the
such zoning change and classification be shown on the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand
Island; amending the provisions of Section 36-7; and providing for publication and an effective
date of this ordinance.
WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission on April 13, 2005, held a public
hearing and made a recommendation on the proposed zoning of such area; and
WHEREAS, notice as required by Section 19-923, R.R.S. 1943, has been given to
the Boards of Education of the school districts in Hall County, Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, after public hearing on April 26, 2005, the City Council found and
determined the change in zoning be approved and made.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. The following tract of land is hereby rezoned and reclassified and
changed from R2-Low Density Residential Zone to RD-Residential Development Zone:
Beginning at the northeast corner of said Northwest Quarter of the Northeast
Quarter (NW1/4, NE1/4); thence running southerly along the east line of said
ORDINANCE NO. 8972 (Cont.)
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Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW1/4, NE1/4), on an Assumed
Bearing of S00º00'00"W, a distance of Thirty Three (33.00) feet; thence running
N89º19'21"W, and parallel with the north line of said Northwest Quarter of the
Northeast Quarter (NW1/4, NE1/4), a distance of Seventy and Eighty Two
Hundredths (70.82) feet, to a point on the southerly right of way line of Stolley
Park Road and to the ACTUAL point of beginning; thence running S61º36'19"E,
along the southerly right of way line of Stolley Park Road , a distance of Forty
Three (43.00) feet, to a point on the westerly right of way line of Blaine Street;
thence running S00º01'56"E, along the westerly right of way line of Blaine Street,
a distance of Three Hundred Eighty and Eighteen Hundredths (380.18) feet;
thence running N89º36'11"W, a distance of One Hundred Seventy and Five
Hundredths (170.05) feet, to a point on the north line of said Lot Five (5), Block
Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision; thence running S00º00'39"W, a distance of
One Hundred Sixty Seven and Ninety Three Hundredths (167.93) feet, to a point
on the south line of said Lot Five (5), Block Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision
and the north line of Lot One (1), Stewart Place Third Subdivision; thence
running N88º48'56"W, along the south line of said Lot Five (5), Block Two (2),
Stewart Place Subdivision, a distance of Ninety Nine and Fourteen Hundredths
(99.14) feet, to the northeast corner of said Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third
Subdivision; thence running S04º16'30"E, along the easterly line of said Lot Two
(2), Stewart Place Third Subdivision, a distance of Forty Four and Fifty Three
Hundredths (44.53) feet; thence running S01º40'05"W, along the easterly line of
said Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third Subdivision, a distance of Thirty Three and
Twenty Nine Hundredths (33.29) feet; thence running S40º05'01"W, along the
easterly line of said Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third Subdivision, a distance of
Twenty and Sixty Four Hundredths (20.64) feet; thence running S04º18'08"W,
along the easterly line of said Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third Subdivision, a
distance of Forty Three and Fifty Five Hundredths (43.55) feet; thence running
S82º03'10"E, along the easterly line of said Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third
Subdivision, a distance of Eight and Seventy Seven Hundredths (8.77) feet;
thence running S00º14'02"W, along the easterly line of said Lot Two (2), Stewart
Place Third Subdivision, a distance of Eighteen and Ninety Four Hundredths
(18.94) feet, to the southeast corner of said Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third
Subdivision, and to the northeast corner of Lot One (1), Elmer’s Subdivision;
thence running N89º14'50"W, along the southerly line of said Lot Two (2),
Stewart Place Third Subdivision, a distance of Three Hundred and Thirty Two
Hundredths (300.32) feet, to the southwest corner of said Lot Two (2), Stewart
Place Third Subdivision, and to a point on the easterly line of Lot Seven (7),
Block Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision; thence running N00º02'48"E, along
the westerly line of said Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third Subdivision, and the
easterly line of Lot Seven (7), Block Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision, a
distance of Ninety and Sixty Five Hundredths (90.65) feet to the northeast corner
of Lot Seven (7), Block Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision, and to a point on a
curve, said point also being on the southerly right of way line of Circle Drive;
thence running northwesterly along the easterly right of way line of Circle Drive
ORDINANCE NO. 8972 (Cont.)
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and the arc of a curve to the left whose radius is One Hundred Twenty (120.00)
feet, the long chord of which bears N06º59'04"E, a long chord distance of Two
Hundred Thirty Two and Four Hundredths (232.04) feet; thence running
N70º07'36"W, along the northeasterly right of way line of Circle Drive, and the
southwesterly line of said Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Block Two (2), Stewart
Place Subdivision, a distance of One Hundred Twenty Three and Sixty Three
Hundredths (123.63) feet, to a point of curvature; thence running northeasterly
along the westerly line of said Lot Four (4), Block Two (2), Stewart Place
Subdivision, the easterly right of way line of Circle Drive and the arc of a curve to
the right whose radius is Fifty (50.00) feet, the long chord of which bears
N27º56'01"W, a long chord distance of Fifty Seven and Fifty Eight Hundredths
(57.58) feet; thence running N00º03'26"W, along the easterly right of way line of
Circle Drive and The westerly line of said Lots One (1), Two (2), Three (3) and
Four (4), Block Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision, a distance of Three Hundred
Seven and Seventy Eight Hundredths (307.78) feet, to a point on the southerly
line of Stolley Park Road; thence running N45º18'37"E, along the southerly right
of way line of Stolley Park Road, a distance of Six and Thirty Two Hundredths
(6.32) feet, to a point on the north line of said Lot One (1), Block Two (2),
Stewart Place Subdivision; thence running S89º19'21"E, along the southerly right
of way line of Stolley Park Road and the north line of said Lot One (1), Block
Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision, a distance of One Hundred Twenty Five and
Fifty Six Hundredths (125.56) feet, to the northeast corner of said Lot One (1),
Block Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision; thence running S00º20'25"E, along the
easterly line of said Lots One (1) and Two (2), Block Two (2), Stewart Place
Subdivision, a distance of One Hundred Seventy Nine and Sixty Eight
Hundredths (179.68) feet; thence running S89º08'13"E, a distance of Ninety Nine
and Eighty Five Hundredths (99.85) feet, to a point on the westerly line of Lot
Two (2), Stewart Place Second Subdivision; thence running S00º18'39"E, along
the westerly line of Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Second Subdivision, a distance of
Twenty Nine and Sixty Four Hundredths (29.64) feet; thence running
S19º28'54"E, along the westerly line of Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Second
Subdivision, a distance of Twenty Nine and Forty Nine Hundredths (29.49) feet;
thence running S52º17'12"E, along the southwesterly line of Lot Two (2), Stewart
Place Second Subdivision, a distance of Sixty Three and Sixty Two Hundredths
(63.62) feet, to the southwesterly corner of Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Second
Subdivision; thence running N72º08'22"E, along the southerly line of Lot Two
(2), Stewart Place Second Subdivision, a distance of Fifty Seven and Forty Seven
Hundredths (57.47) feet to the southwest corner of said Lot Three (3), Stewart
Place Second Subdivision; thence running N00º07'11"W, along the west line of
said Lot Three (3), Stewart Place Second Subdivision, a distance of Two Hundred
Fifty and Thirty Six Hundredths (250.36) feet, to the northwest corner of said Lot
Three (3), Stewart Place Second Subdivision, and to a point on the southerly right
of way line of Stolley Park Road; thence running S89º19'21"E, along the
southerly right of way line of Stolley Park Road and the north line of said Lot
Three (3), Stewart Place Second Subdivision, a distance of Eighty Four and Forty
ORDINANCE NO. 8972 (Cont.)
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Five Hundredths (84.45) feet, to the northeast corner of said Lot Three (3),
Stewart Place Second Subdivision ; thence running N00º00'00"E, along the
easterly line of Stewart Place Second Subdivision, a distance of Seven (7.00) feet,
to the northeast corner of Stewart Place Second Subdivision and to a point on the
southerly right of way line of Stolley Park Road; thence running S89º19'21"E,
parallel with the north line of said Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter
(NW1/4, NE1/4) and along the southerly right of way line Stolley Park Road, a
distance of Two Hundred Twenty Two and Forty One Hundredths (222.41) feet,
to the ACTUAL point of beginning and containing 7.369 acres more or less;
SECTION 2. That the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska, as established by Section 36-51 of the Grand Island City Code be, and the same is,
hereby ordered to be changed, amended, and completed in accordance with this ordinance.
SECTION 4. That this ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after
its passage and publication, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as
provided by law.
Enacted: April 26, 2005.
____________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item F2
#8973 - Consideration of Amending Salary Ordinance
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Brenda Sutherland
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Brenda Sutherland, Human Resources Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Change to Salary Ordinance
Item #’s: F-2
Presenter(s): Brenda Sutherland, Human Resources Director
Background
The Current salary ordinance, 8951, was passed on February 21, 2005.
Discussion
Administration is proposing changing the position of Public Information Officer from a non-
exempt position to an exempt position. This means that the position would no longer be eligible
for overtime compensation. The requirements under the FLSA have been met to treat this
position as exempt.
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 move to approve amending salary ordinance
8951 to change the Public Information Officer an exempt position.
Sample Motion
Motion to amend salary ordinance 8951 to make the Public Information Officer an exempt
position.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 8973
An ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 8951 known as the Salary Ordinance
which lists the currently occupied classifications of officers and employees of the City of Grand
Island, Nebraska and established the ranges of compensation of such officers and employees; to
change the classification of Public Information Officer to an exempt status; to repeal Ordinance
No. 8951, and any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; to provide for
severability; to provide for the effective date thereof; and to provide for publication of this
ordinance in pamphlet form.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. The currently occupied classifications of officers and general
employees of the City of Grand Island, and the ranges of compensation (salary and wages,
excluding shift differential as provided by contract) to be paid for such classifications, and the
number of hours and work period which certain officers and general employees shall wo rk prior
to overtime eligibility are as follows:
Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Accountant 1329.71 / 1871.63 Exempt
Accounting Technician – Solid Waste, Streets,
WWTP
988.62 / 1391.17 40 hrs/week
Administrative Assistant – Administration, Public
Works, Utilities
1067.40 / 1502.85 40 hrs/week
Administration Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Assistant to the City Administrator 1351.00 / 1902.00 Exempt
Assistant Public Works Director 1799.78 / 2532.16 Exempt
Assistant Utility Director – Administration 2398.25 / 3374.86 Exempt
Assistant Utility Director – PGS & PCC 2597.86 / 3655.91 Exempt
Attorney 1888.08 / 2656.82 Exempt
ORDINANCE NO. 8973 (Cont.)
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Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Audio-Video Technician 1236.22 / 1739.52 40 hrs/week
Biosolids Technician 1092.59 / 1538.00 40 hrs/week
Building Clerk 819.90 / 1153.50 40 hrs/week
Building Department Director 1956.75 / 2752.34 Exempt
Building Inspector 1267.11 / 1782.79 40 hrs/week
Building Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Cemetery Superintendent 1324.51 / 1864.71 Exempt
City Administrator 2976.62 / 4188.99 Exempt
City Attorney 2477.62 / 3487.02 Exempt
City Clerk 1316.94 / 1853.26 Exempt
Civil Engineering Manager – Public Works
Engineering
1790.26 / 2520.04 Exempt
Civil Engineering Manager – Utility, PCC 1969.00 / 2772.09 Exempt
Code Compliance Officer 1127.14 / 1585.99 40 hrs/week
Collection System Supervisor 1283.82 / 1806.70 40 hrs/week
Communications Specialist/EMD 918.32 / 1295.37 40 hrs/week
Communications Supervisor 1173.52 / 1651.23 Exempt
Community Development Administrator 1093.16 / 1538.20 Exempt
Community Service Officer – Police Department 802.50 / 1128.86 40 hrs/week
Custodian 774.80 / 1093.38 40 hrs/week
Development Specialist 1093.16 / 1538.20 Exempt
Electric Distribution Superintendent 2048.58 / 2882.14 Exempt
Electric Distribution Supervisor 1730.70 / 2434.45 40 hrs/week
Electric Underground Superintendent 1824.29 / 2566.90 Exempt
Electrical Engineer I 1611.06 / 2268.12 Exempt
Electrical Engineer II 1867.30 / 2628.25 Exempt
Electrical Inspector 1267.11 / 1782.79 40 hrs/week
Emergency Management Coordinator 955.73 / 1344.42 40 hrs/week
Emergency Management Director 1863.15 / 2621.65 Exempt
EMS Division Chief 1728.93 / 2432.69 Exempt
Engineering Technician Supervisor 1405.89 / 1978.98 Exempt
Equipment Operator, Solid Waste 1041.09 / 1466.16 40 hrs/week
Equipment Operator, WWTP 1030.78 / 1451.64 40 hrs/week
ORDINANCE NO. 8973 (Cont.)
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Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Finance Director 2398.25 / 3374.86 Exempt
Finance Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Fire Chief 2066.41 / 2907.00 Exempt
Fire Operations Division Chief 1728.93 / 2432.69 Exempt
Fire Prevention Division Chief 1728.93 / 2432.69 Exempt
Fire Training Division Chief 1728.93 / 2432.69 Exempt
Fleet Services Superintendent 1417.14 / 1995.43 Exempt
Fleet Services Supervisor 1180.77 / 1661.62 40 hrs/week
Golf Course Superintendent 1649.80 / 2321.53 Exempt
Grounds Management Crew Chief 1237.08 / 1740.91 40 hrs/week
Human Resources Director 1975.93 / 2779.32 Exempt
Human Resources Specialist 1176.17 / 1654.76 40 hrs/week
Information Technology Manager 1878.31 / 2642.81 Exempt
Information Technology Supervisor 1575.88 / 2217.76 Exempt
Legal Assistant 1265.65 / 1781.59 40 hrs/week
Legal Secretary 950.54 / 1339.23 40 hrs/week
Librarian I 1158.30 / 1629.24 Exempt
Librarian II 1274.30 / 1792.85 Exempt
Library Assistant 798.17 / 1122.81 40 hrs/week
Library Assistant Director 1467.35 / 2064.68 Exempt
Library Clerk 669.01 / 942.62 40 hrs/week
Library Director 1864.71 / 2624.79 Exempt
Library Page 506.30 / 712.65 40 hrs/week
Library Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Mechanic I 1014.58 / 1431.35 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Mechanic II 1139.08 / 1602.66 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker I – Solid Waste 904.66 / 1274.30 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker I – Building, Golf, Library 929.75 / 1308.06 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker I – WWTP 948.35 / 1334.23 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker II – Solid Waste 953.13 / 1341.82 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker II – Building, Golf 979.10 / 1380.78 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker II – WWTP 998.68 / 1408.40 40 hrs/week
Meter Reading Supervisor 1204.40 / 1696.15 Exempt
ORDINANCE NO. 8973 (Cont.)
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Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Office Manager – Police Department 1081.26 / 1521.89 40 hrs/week
Parking Monitor 537.59 / 757.30 40 hrs/week
Parks and Recreation Director 2014.47 / 2833.42 Exempt
Parks and Recreation Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Parks Maintenance Superintendent 1498.52 / 2107.97 Exempt
Payroll Specialist 1153.10 / 1622.30 40 hrs/week
Planning Director 1753.65 / 2467.13 Exempt
Planning Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Planning Technician 1242.27 / 1747.83 40 hrs/week
Plumbing Inspector 1267.11 / 1782.79 40 hrs/week
Police Captain 1728.93 / 2432.69 Exempt
Police Chief 2164.24 / 3046.38 Exempt
Police Records Clerk 823.27 / 1159.16 40 hrs/week
Power Plant Maintenance Supervisor 1815.53 / 2553.79 Exempt
Power Plant Operations Supervisor 1907.24 / 2683.47 Exempt
Power Plant Superintendent – Burdick 2041.65 / 2872.98 Exempt
Power Plant Superintendent – PGS 2353.71 / 3310.57 Exempt
Public Information Officer 1176.17 / 1654.76 Exempt
40 hrs/week
Public Safety Secretary 978.24 / 1379.92 40 hrs/week
Public Works Director 2351.23 / 3308.68 Exempt
Public Works Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Purchasing Technician 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Recreation Superintendent 1413.70 / 1988.54 Exempt
Regulatory and Environmental Specialist 1815.53 / 2553.79 Exempt
Senior Accountant 1396.88 / 1965.05 Exempt
Senior Communications Specialist/EMD 992.61 / 1396.18 40 hrs/week
Senior Electrical Engineer 2044.42 / 2876.53 Exempt
Senior Engineering Technician 1242.27 / 1747.83 40 hrs/week
Senior Equipment Operator, Solid Waste 1093.16 / 1538.20 40 hrs/week
Senior Equipment Operator, WWTP 1071.73 / 1508.04 40 hrs/week
Senior Library Assistant 880.41 / 1238.81 40 hrs/week
Senior Maintenance Worker 1101.69 / 1550.72 40 hrs/week
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Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Senior Utility Secretary 888.21 / 1252.66 40 hrs/week
Shooting Range Superintendent 1413.70 / 1988.54 Exempt
Solid Waste Division Clerk 796.47 / 1120.54 40 hrs/week
Solid Waste Superintendent 1613.65 / 2270.72 Exempt
Street Superintendent 1562.92 / 2201.34 Exempt
Street Supervisor 1240.63 / 1744.82 40 hrs/week
Turf Management Specialist 1242.27 / 1747.83 40 hrs/week
Utility Director 2923.28 / 4112.22 Exempt
Utility Production Engineer 2098.98 / 2953.95 Exempt
Utility Secretary 885.60 / 1245.73 40 hrs/week
Utility Services Manager 1693.51 / 2383.15 Exempt
Utility Warehouse Supervisor 1342.20 / 1887.78 40 hrs/week
Victim Assistance Unit Coordinator 823.27 / 1159.16 40 hrs/week
Wastewater Clerk 796.47 / 1120.54 40 hrs/week
Wastewater Engineering/Operations Superintendent 1790.26 / 2520.04 Exempt
Wastewater Plant Maintenance Supervisor 1317.58 / 1854.32 40 hrs/week
Wastewater Plant Operator I 924.56 / 1301.14 40 hrs/week
Wastewater Plant Operator II 1033.51 / 1455.27 40 hrs/week
Wastewater Plant Process Supervisor 1349.62 / 1900.20 40 hrs/week
Wastewater Plant Senior Operator 1092.59 / 1538.00 40 hrs/week
Water Superintendent 1631.56 / 2295.01 Exempt
Water Supervisor 1391.14 / 1959.15 40 hrs/week
Worker / Seasonal 412.00 / 1600.00 Exempt
Worker / Temporary 412.00 40 hrs/week
SECTION 2. The currently occupied classifications of employees of the City of
Grand Island included under the AFSCME labor agreement, and the ranges of compensation
(salary and wages, excluding shift differential as provided by contract) to be paid for such
classifications, and the number of hours and work period which certain such employees included
under the AFSCME labor agreement shall work prior to overtime eligibility are as follows:
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Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Equipment Operator – Streets 932.48 / 1311.30 40 hrs/week
Fleet Services Attendant/Clerk 847.70 / 1195.62 40 hrs/week
Fleet Services Inventory Specialist 929.83 / 1308.65 40 hrs/week
Fleet Services Mechanic 1042.86 / 1466.72 40 hrs/week
Horticulturist 984.58 / 1387.23 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker – Cemetery 925.42 / 1302.47 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker – Parks 919.23 / 1294.52 40 hrs/week
Maintenance Worker – Streets 899.80 / 1266.26 40 hrs/week
Senior Equipment Operator – Streets 1021.66 / 1438.46 40 hrs/week
Senior Maintenance Worker – Parks 1021.66 / 1438.46 40 hrs/week
Senior Maintenance Worker – Streets 1021.66 / 1438.46 40 hrs/week
Traffic Signal Technician 1021.66 / 1438.46 40 hrs/week
SECTION 3. The currently occupied classifications of employees of the City of
Grand Island included under the IBEW labor agreements, and the ranges of compensation (salary
and wages, excluding shift differential as provided by contract) to be paid for such
classifications, and the number of hours and work period which certain such employees included
under the IBEW labor agreements shall work prior to overtime eligibility are as follows:
Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Accounting Clerk 866.75 / 1221.67 40 hrs/week
Computer Programmer 1358.84 / 1910.94 40 hrs/week
Computer Technician 1060.02 / 1491.22 40 hrs/week
Custodian 808.45 / 1137.65 40 hrs/week
Electric Distribution Crew Chief 1574.88 / 2215.29 40 hrs/week
Electric Underground Crew Chief 1574.88 / 2215.29 40 hrs/week
Engineering Technician I 1113.58 / 1566.74 40 hrs/week
Engineering Technician II 1356.86 / 1910.14 40 hrs/week
GIS Technician 1462.24 / 2056.79 40 hrs/week
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Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Instrument Technician 1614.32 / 2271.02 40 hrs/week
Lineworker Apprentice 1114.50 / 1568.02 40 hrs/week
Lineworker First Class 1427.42 / 2007.82 40 hrs/week
Materials Handler 1357.98 / 1910.08 40 hrs/week
Meter Reade r 914.75 / 1287.68 40 hrs/week
Meter Technician 1141.69 / 1606.26 40 hrs/week
Power Dispatcher I 1574.41 / 2214.43 40 hrs/week
Power Dispatcher II 1653.63 / 2326.06 40 hrs/week
Power Plant Maintenance Mechanic 1427.42 / 2007.82 40 hrs/week
Power Plant Operator 1499.43 / 2108.98 40 hrs/week
Senior Accounting Clerk 910.46 / 1282.54 40 hrs/week
Senior Engineering Technician 1462.24 / 2056.79 40 hrs/week
Senior Materials Handler 1499.43 / 2108.98 40 hrs/week
Senior Meter Reader 985.05 / 1384.56 40 hrs/week
Senior Power Dispatcher 1824.66 / 2566.40 40 hrs/week
Senior Power Plant Operator 1654.62 / 2327.60 40 hrs/week
Senior Substation Technician 1614.32 / 2271.02 40 hrs/week
Senior Water Maintenance Worker 1229.51 / 1730.10 40 hrs/week
Substation Technician 1499.43 / 2108.98 40 hrs/week
Systems Technician 1614.32 / 2271.02 40 hrs/week
Tree Trim Crew Chief 1427.42 / 2007.82 40 hrs/week
Utilities Electrician 1499.43 / 2108.98 40 hrs/week
Utility Technician 1574.88 / 2215.29 40 hrs/week
Utility Warehouse Clerk 1009.91 / 1421.42 40 hrs/week
Water Maintenance Worker 1086.36 / 1528.98 40 hrs/week
Wireworker I 1230.25 / 1730.91 40 hrs/week
Wireworker II 1427.42 / 2007.82 40 hrs/week
SECTION 4. The currently occupied classifications of employees of the City of
Grand Island included under the FOP labor agreement, and the ranges of compensation (salary
and wages, excluding shift differential as provided by contract) to be paid for such
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classifications, and the number of hours and work period which certain such employees included
under the FOP labor agreement shall work prior to overtime eligibility are as follows:
Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Police Officer 1132.89 / 1583.70 40 hrs/week
Police Sergeant 1441.47 / 1975.15 40 hrs/week
SECTION 5. The currently occupied classifications of employees of the City of
Grand Island included under the IAFF labor agreement, and the ranges of compensation (salary
and wages, excluding shift differential as provided by contract) to be paid for such
classifications, and the number of hours and work period which certain such employees included
under the IAFF labor agreement shall work prior to overtime eligibility are as follows:
Classification Bi-Weekly Pay Range
Min/Max
Overtime
Eligibility
Fire Captain 1415.88 / 1992.60 212 hrs/28 days
Firefighter / EMT 1078.94 / 1530.73 212 hrs/28 days
Firefighter / Paramedic 1189.41 / 1727.18 212 hrs/28 days
SECTION 6. The classification of employees included under labor agreements
with the City of Grand Island, and the ranges of compensation (salary and wages, excluding shift
differential as provided by contract) to be paid for such classification, and the number of hours
and work period which certain such employees shall work prior to overtime eligibility area as
stated above. All full-time fire fighters and police officers shall be paid a clothing and uniform
allowance in addition to regular salary. All full-time fire fighters shall be paid a clothing and
uniform allowance in addition to regular salary in the amount of $80.00 per month. All full-time
police officers shall be paid a clothing and uniform allowance in addition to regular salary of
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$50.00 per month. Full-time police officers may also receive a reimbursement toward the
purchase of body armor, not to exceed $400. Full-time fire fighters and fire captains may receive
a one-time uniform acquisition allowance of up to $850. Full-time fire fighters, fire captains, Fire
Operations Division Chief, Fire Prevention Division Chief, Fire Training Division Chief, and
EMS Division Chief may receive an annual stipend for longevity not to exceed $520. If any
such fire fighter or police officer shall resign, or his or her employment be terminated for any
reason whatsoever, the clothing allowance shall be paid on a prorata basis, but no allowance
shall be made for a fraction of a month.
Non-union employees and employees covered by the AFSCME labor union, the
FOP labor union, and the IBEW labor union may receive an annual stipend not to exceed $500
for bilingual pay.
Utilities Department personnel in the IBEW bargaining unit and the
classifications of Meter Reading Supervisor, Power Plant Superintendent, Power Plant
Supervisor, Electric Distribution Superintendent, Electric Distribution Supervisor, Water
Superintendent, Water Supervisor, Electric Underground and Substation Superintendent, Electric
Underground and Substation Supervisor, and Engineering Technical Supervisor shall be eligible
to participate in a voluntary uniform program providing an allowance up to $18.00 per month.
When protective clothing is required for Utilities Department personnel in the IBEW, the City
shall pay 60% of the cost of providing and cleaning said clothing and the employees 40% of said
cost. Public Works Department personnel in the AFSCME bargaining unit shall be eligible to
participate in a voluntary uniform program providing an allowance up to $18 per month. Full-
time Shop Garage Division personnel shall receive a uniform allowance of $12 biweekly. Public
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Works Department personnel in the job classifications Equipment Mechanic Supervisor, Garage
Superintendent, and Equipment Mechanic shall receive a tool allowance of $10 biweekly.
SECTION 7. Employees shall be compensated for unused sick leave as follows:
(A) For all employees except those covered in the IAFF and AFSCME
bargaining agreement, the City will include in the second paycheck in January of
each year, payment for an employee’s unused sick leave in excess of 960 hours
accrued in the preceding calendar year. The compensation will be at the rate of
one-half day’s pay based on the employee’s current pay rate at the time of such
compensation, for each day of unused sick leave which exceeds 960 hours accrual
of the preceding year.
For those employees covered in the AFSCME bargaining agreement, the
City will include in the second paycheck in January of each year, payment for an
employee's unused sick leave in excess of 968 hours accrued in the preceding
calendar year. The compensation will be at the rate of one-half day's pay based on
the employee's current pay rate at the time of such compensation, for each day of
unused sick leave which exceeds 968 hours accrual of the preceding year.
For those employees covered in the IAFF bargaining agreement, the City
will make a contribution into a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) on behalf
of the employee in lieu of payment for an employee’s unused sick leave in excess
of 2,880 hours accrued in the preceding calendar year. The contribution will be at
the rate of one-quarter day’s pay based on the employee’s current pay rate at the
time of such contribution, for each day of unused sick leave which exceeds 2,880
hours accrual of the preceding year.
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(B) All employees except those covered in the fire department bargaining
agreement shall be paid for one-half of their accumulated sick leave at the time of
their retirement, the rate of compensation to be based on the employee’s salary at
the time of retirement. Employees covered in the fire department bargaining
agreement shall have a contribution to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
made on their behalf in lieu of payment for one quarter of their accumulated sick
leave at the time of their retirement, the amount of contribution will be based
upon the employee’s salary at the time of retirement.
(C) Department heads shall be paid for one-half of their accumulated sick
leave, not to exceed 30 days of pay, upon their resignation, the rate of
compensation to be based upon the salary at the time of termination.
Compensation for unused sick leave at retirement shall be as provided above.
(D) The death of an employee shall be treated the same as retirement, and
payment shall be made to the employee’s beneficiary or estate for one-half of all
unused sick leave.
SECTION 8. The city administrator shall receive a vehicle allowance of $400 per
month in lieu of mileage for use of personal vehicle travel within Hall County, payable monthly.
SECTION 9. Reimbursed expenses which are authorized by Neb. Rev. Stat. §13-
2201, et. seq., the Local Government Miscellaneous Expenditure Act and/or which the Internal
Revenue Service requires to be reflected on an employee IRS Form W-2 at year end, are hereby
authorized as a payroll entry.
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SECTION 10. The validity of any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or
phrase of this ordinance shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other section,
subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof.
SECTION 11. Ordinance No. 8951 and all other ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith be, and the same are, hereby repealed.
SECTION 12. This ordinance shall be in full force and take effect from and after
its passage and publication in pamphlet form in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as
provided by la w.
Enacted: April 26, 2005.
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Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G1
Approving Minutes of April 12, 2005 City Council Regular Meeting
The Minutes of April 12, 2005 City Council Regular Meeting are submitted for approval. See
attached MINUTES.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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
April 12, 2005
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 April 12, 2005. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on
April 6, 2005.
Mayor Jay Vavricek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were
present: Councilmember’s Meyer, Whitesides, Pielstick, Gilbert, Nickerson, Cornelius, Pauly,
Hornady, Walker, and Haase. 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 Pastor Rene Lopez, Iglesia de Dios, 2525 West State Street
followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
MAYOR COMMUNICATION: Mayor Vavricek commented on the following:
1. Grand Island hosting the GREAT Race on July 2, 2005
2. Congratulated Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Director for receiving the Mitsuo
Kawamoto Award
3. Wall of Remembrance displayed at City Hall through the month of April, 2005. This wall
honors those service men and women who ha ve died in Iraq serving our country.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS:
Recognition of Dick Strehle, Meter Reader Supervisor for the Finance Department for 40 Years
of Service with the City. Mayor Vavricek and the City Council recognized Dick Strehle, Meter
Reader Supervisor with the Finance Department for 40 years of service with the City. Finance
Director David Springer commented on Mr. Strehle’s service. Mr. Strehle was present for the
recognition.
Proclamation “Red Hat Society Day” April 25, 2005. Mayor Vavricek proclaimed April 25, 2005
as “Red Hat Society Day”. Patricia Cook and members of the Chrysalis Red Hat Society were
present in full regalia to receive the proclamation.
Proclamation “National Autism Awareness Month” April, 2005. Mayor Vavricek proclaimed the
month of April, 2005 as “National Autism Awareness Month”. Russell Wing was present to
receive the proclamation.
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Proclamation “National Library Week” April 10-16, 2005. Mayor Vavricek proclaimed the week
of April 10-16, 2005 as “National Library Week”. Library Director Steve Fosselman was present
to receive the proclamation.
ADJOURN TO BOARD OF EQUALIZATION: Motion by Pielstick, second by Cornelius,
carried unanimously to adjourn to the Board of Equalization.
#2005-BE-4 – Consideration of Determining Benefits for Street Improvement District 1221,
South Locust Street from US Highway 34 to Stolley Park Road. Steve Riehle, Public Works
Director reported that the Certificate of Final Completion for Street Improvement District 1221
was approved on March 8, 2005 with an April 12, 2005 date set for determining the benefits for
this district. Only a portion of the project was to be assessed for sidewalks that did not exist prior
to construction.
Motion by Pielstick, second by Gilbert, to approve Resolution #2005-BE-4, carried unanimously.
Motion adopted.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION: Motion by Hornady, second by Cornelius, carried
unanimously to return to Regular Session.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Request of Edward & Anita Sabatka dba Uncle Ed’s Steakhouse, 2624 South
Locust Street for a Class “I” Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards reported that Edward &
Anita Sabatka dba Uncle Ed’s Steakhouse, 2624 South Locust 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 the following exhibits for the record: application submitted to the Liquor Control
Commission and received by the City on March 22, 2005; notice to the applicant of date, time,
and place of hearing mailed on March 22, 2005; notice to the general public of date, time, and
place of hearing published on April 2, 2005; and Chapter 4 of the City Code. No public
testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Request of Svoboda & Henk, Inc. dba Godfather’s Pizza, 1201 South Locust
Street for a Change of Location for Class “A-12626” Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards
reported that Svoboda & Henk, Inc. dba Godfather’s Pizza, 1201 South Locust Street had
submitted an application with the City Clerk’s Office for a change in location to their Class “A-
12626” Liquor License to 1916 South Locust Street. Ms. Edwards presented the following
exhibits for the record: application submitted to the Liquor Control Commission and received by
the City on March 28, 2005; notice to the applicant of date, time, and place of hearing mailed on
March 28, 2005; notice to the general public of date, time, and place of hearing published on
April 2, 2005; and Chapter 4 of the City Code. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Request of Dale Hartwig for Conditional Use Permit for Temporary Crushed
Concrete Parking/Staging Area to be used during St. Francis Medical Center Bed Tower
Addition Located at 905 North Custer Street. Craig Lewis, Building Department Director
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reported that an application was received from Dale Hartwig on behalf of St. Francis Medical
Center to allow for a temporary parking lot located at 904 North Custer Street for use as a
construction staging area. Mr. Lewis recommended approval with the following two conditions
being placed upon this request: 1) a landscape buffer of 5’ along the north and south boundaries,
and 10’ adjacent to the east and west boundaries of the property need to be provided to comply
with the landscape requirements of the City Code and to help buffer neighboring properties from
the proposed parking lot. 2) the responsibility of controlling any dust created from the lot needs
to be addressed by the applicants during any dry months throughout the duration of the use. No
public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Request of Richard Hartman for Conditional Use Permit for Sand and Gravel
Operation Located at 3812 South Blaine Street. Craig Lewis, Building Department Director
reported that an application was received from Richard Hartman to allow for a sand and gravel
facility located at 3812 South Blaine Street to be operated by Lyman-Richey Corporation dba
Central Sand and Gravel. Mr. Lewis suggested several conditions being placed upon this request
if approved by Council:
The following people spoke in opposition:
· Dr. Casey Iverson, 3604 South Blaine Street
· Kathy Miller, 4015 Scheel Road
· Vi Sheeks, 3623 South Blaine Street
· Dick Miner, 3527 South Blaine Street
· Scott Leisiner, 2119 Bass Road
· Dan Lind, 2111 Bas Road
The following people spoke in support:
· Bill Francis, Attorney representing Richard Hartman
· Carl Roberts employed by Lyman-Richey
No further public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing for a Community Revitalization Assessment Grant Application. Joni Kuzma,
Community Development Specialist reported that the Nebraska Department of Economic
Development (NDED) was accepting grant applications for community revitalization through a
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The application would be for a Comprehensive
Needs Assessment and a Revitalization Study for the City of Grand Island. No public testimony
was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Right-of-Way at 431 Cherokee Avenue (James and Pauline
Thornton). Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported that acquisition of a right-of-way
located along 431 Cherokee Avenue was needed in order to construct a Sanitary Sewer District
in this area. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Purchase of Thornton Property located at 1 Navajo Drive. (Chester and
Juliann Thornton). Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported that acquisition of property
located at 1 Navajo Drive was needed as part of a Sanitary Sewer District that would be
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constructed in this area. Also a portion of this property would be needed for future construction
and development of through streets connecting to northwest Grand Island. A purchase price of
$75,000.00 had been agreed upon. Julie Thornton, 1 Navajo Drive commented on the price
received compared to what was needed to buy another home to relocate. No further public
testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Application for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
2005. Police Chief Kyle Hetrick reported that the Grand Island Police Department and the Hall
County Sheriff’s Department were eligible to receive Justice Assistance Grant money from the
U.S. Department of Justice in 2005. A combined amount for both agencies was awarded in the
amount of $34,581.00 to be spent over a four year period. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Property Located at 1203-1205 West 3rd Street. (Grand Island
Library Foundation, Inc. Previously Owned by S. Douglas Kucera and Marcia . Almquist) City
Attorney Doug Walker reported that acquisition of property located at 1203-1205 West 3rd Street
was needed for the Abbott Memorial Library expansion. The Library Foundation has acquired
this property and was donating it to the City. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 530 North Webb Road. (Abundant
Life Christian Center) Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported that acquisition of a utility
easement located at 530 North Webb Road was required in order to have access to install,
upgrade, maintain, and repair public utilities. This easement would be used to construct a
Sanitary Sewer Project. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Sanitary Sewer Easement Located at 9 Dakota Drive. (Joel
Shafer) Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported that acquisition of a sanitary sewer
easement located at 9 Dakota Drive was needed in order to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair
public utilities. This easement would be used to construct a Sanitary Sewer Project. No public
testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Right-of-Way Adjacent to and North of 1 Navajo Drive and 2
Navajo Drive. (Jacqueline Hanover and Ted & Imogene Lechner) Steve Riehle, Public Works
Director reported that acquisition of right-of-way located adjacent to and North of 1 Navajo
Drive and 2 Navajo Drive was needed in order to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair public
utilities. This would be used to construct a Sanitary Sewer Project. No public testimony was
heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 2620 West Faidley Avenue. (St.
Francis Medical Center) Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that acquisition of a utility
easement located at 2620 West Faidley Avenue was required in order to have access to install,
upgrade, maintain, and repair water lines. This easement would be used to install a new water
main to provide fire protection and domestic service to the new nine story structure of St. Francis
Medical Center. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 804 North Webb Road. (WCI,
LLC) Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that acquisition of a utility easement located at 804
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North Webb Road was required in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair
power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement would be used to locate
high voltage underground cables and a pad-mounted transformer to serve electricity to the new
building (Zenon International Hair Design School). No public testimony was heard.
ORDINANCES:
Councilmember Pielstick moved “that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title
on three different days be suspended and that ordinances numbered:
#8969 - Consideration of Assessments for Street Improvement District 1221, South
Locust Street from US Highway 34 to Stolley Park Road
#8970 – Consideration of Vacating an Alley Between 4th Street and 5th Street, West of St.
Paul Road (Behind Former 3rd City Livestock Sale Barn)
#8971 – Consideration of Amending Chapter 24-8 of the Grand Island City Code
Relative to Swimming at L.E. Ray Lake
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 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.
Public Works Director Steve Riehle explained Ordinances #8969 and #8970.
Motion by Pielstick, second by Hornady to approve Ordinances #8969 and #8970.
City Clerk: Ordinances #8969 and #8970 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: Ordinances #8969 and #8970 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 Vavricek: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon final passage,
Ordinances #8969 and #8970 are declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by
law.
Parks and Recreation Director Steve Paustian explained Ordinance #8971. Steve Horn, 1715
South Blaine Street wanted the Council to consider all options and encouraged allowing the Dive
Rescue Team to use the lake for scuba diving.
Motion by Pielstick, second by Haase to approve Ordinance #8971.
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City Clerk: Ordinance #8971 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, Councilmember’s Meyer, Whitesides,
Pielstick, Gilbert, Nicerkson, Pauly, Hornady, Walker, and Haase voted aye. Councilmember
Cornelius voted no. Motion adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #8971 on final reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on final reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, Councilmember’s Meyer, Whitesides,
Pielstick, Gilbert, Nicerkson, Pauly, Hornady, Walker, and Haase voted aye. Councilmember
Cornelius voted no. Motion adopted.
Mayor Vavricek: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon final passage,
Ordina nce #8971 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by law.
CONSENT AGENDA: Items G-5 and G-9 were pulled from the Agenda. Item G-14 was pulled
for further discussion. Motion by Hornady, second by Cornelius to approve the Consent Agenda
excluding Items G-5, G-9, and G-14. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Approving Minutes of March 22, 2005 City Council Regular Meeting.
Approving Minutes of March 29, 2005 City Council Special Meeting.
Approving Minutes of April 5, 2005 City Council Study Session.
Approving Appointments of Karl Kostbahn and Jerry Bryant to the Library Facilities Committee.
Approving Request of Matthew Carr, 3720 West State Street for Liquor Manager Designation
for Whiskey Creek Steakhouse, 1016 Diers Avenue. This item was pulled from the Agenda at
the request of the applicant.
Approving Request of Edward & Anita Sabatka dba Uncle Ed’s Steakhouse, 2624 South Locust
Street for a Class “I” Liquor License.
Approving Request of Svoboda & Henk, Inc. dba Godfather’s Pizza, 1201 South Locust Street
for a Change of Location to their Class “A-12626” Liquor License to 1916 South Locust Street.
Approving Request of Dale Hartwig for Conditional Use Permit for Temporary Crushed
Concrete Parking/Staging Area to be used during St. Francis Medical Center Bed Tower
Addition Located at 905 North Custer Street. Councilmember Gilbert abstained.
#2005-97 – Approving Renewal of Leases at Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant for Storage
Buildings with Dominion Construction Company in an Amount of $2,000.00 per year; Jerry
Harders in an Amount of $500.00 per year; and Nebraska State Patrol in an Amount of $500.00
per year. This item was pulled from the Agenda at the request of the Parks and Recreation
Director until the April 26, 2005 City Council Regular Meeting.
Page 7, City Council Regular Meeting, April 12, 2005
#2005-98 – Approving Extension of Lease Agreement with Hall County Airport Authority for
Jackrabbit Run Golf Course until April 30, 2006.
#2005-99 – Approving Request for a Community Revitalization Assessment Grant Application.
#2005-100 – Approving Acquisition of Right-of-Way Located at 431 Cherokee Avenue. (James
and Pauline Thornton)
#2005-101 – Approving Acquisition of Real Estate Located at 1 Navajo Drive in an Amount of
$75,000.00. (Chester and Juliann Thornton)
#2005-103 – Approving Bid Award for the Asphalt Maintenance Project 2005-AC-1, Annual
Resurfacing Program with Gary Smith Construction Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in an
Amount of $587,245.05.
#2005-104 – Approving Bid Award for Pole Yard Improvements – Electrical Project 2005-PY-1
with Rathman-Manning Corp. of Chapman, Nebraska in an Amount of $109,536.92.
#2005-105 – Approving The Great Race 2005 Overnight City Host Agreement and Coordination
of Activities with Rally Partners, Inc. a Nevada Corporation.
#2005-106 – Approving Change Order #1 for Engineering Services for Fuel Storage and
Handling Area Upgrades with Black & Veatch of Overland Park, Kansas for an Increased
Amount of $7,900.00 and a Modified Contract Amount of $67,500.00.
#2005-107 – Approving Wireline Crossing Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad and Grand
Island Utilities Department.
#2005-108 – Approving Application for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
(JAG) 2005.
#2005-109 – Approving Memorandum of Understanding with Hall County Relative to
Allocation of JAG Grant Monies in the Amount of $8,645.00.
#2005-110 – Approving Acquisition of Property Located at 1203-1205 West 3rd Street. (Grand
Island Library Foundation, Inc. Previously Owned by S. Douglas Kucera and Marcia K.
Almquist)
#2005-111 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 530 North Webb Road.
(Abundant Life Christian Center)
#2005-112 – Approving Acquisition of Sanitary Easement Located at 9 Dakota Drive. (Joel
Shafer)
#2005-113 – Approving Acquisition of Right-of-Way Adjacent to and North of 1 Navajo Drive
and 2 Navajo Drive. (Jacqueline Hanover and Ted & Imogene Lechner)
Page 8, City Council Regular Meeting, April 12, 2005
#2005-114 – Approving 2nd Amendment to the Agreement for Engineering Services with Olsson
Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska for Construction Administration on the Project to Pave
Independence Avenue in an Amount not to exceed $42,519.00.
#2005-115 – Approving Bid Award for Phelps Control Contract Project 2005-OPGW-1 with
Kayton Electric, Inc. of Holdrege, Nebraska in an Amount of $71,317.00.
#2005-116 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 2620 West Faidley Avenue.
(St. Francis Medical Center) Councilmember Gilbert abstained.
#2005-117 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located at 804 North Webb Road.
(WCI, LLC)
#2005-118 – Approving Agreement for Reconfiguration of Segments of Electric Distribution
Circuits and 115kV Transmission Line Between the City of Grand Island and EXT Incorporated.
#2005-119 – Approving GITV Engineering Services with AVI Systems of Omaha, Nebraska in
an Amount of $13,863.00.
#2005-102 – Approving Bid Award for One Four-Wheel Drive Skid Steer Loader for the Street
& Transportation Division of the Public Works Department with Central Nebraska Bobcat of
Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $24,585.50. Steve Riehle, Public Works Director
explained that they were not recommending the low bid for this item because it did not meet the
specifications.
Dan Anderson, 4245 Utah Avenue and Jason Morgan, 104 West 14th Street spoke in opposition.
Don Mustion, 4010 Driftwood spoke in support.
Motion by Whitesides, second by Hornady to approve Resolution #2005-102. Upon roll call
vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
REQUESTS AND REFERRALS:
Approving Request of Richard Hartman for Conditional Use Permit for Sand and Gravel
Operation Located at 3812 South Blaine Street.
Motion by Whitesides, second by Cornelius to deny the request of Richard Hartman for a
Conditional Use Permit for sand and gravel operation located at 3812 South Blain Street. Upon
roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
RESOLUTIONS:
#2005-73 – Approving Economic Development Incentive Agreement with CXT Incorporated.
City Attorney Doug Walker reported that the Economic Development Corporation had taken an
application of CXT for a $100,000 infrastructure grant and a $100,000 forgivable loan as an
Page 9, City Council Regular Meeting, April 12, 2005
incentive to assist with the expansion of their facility to manufacture concrete railroad ties
located at 710 East Highway 30.
Motion by Hornady, second by Whitesides to approve Resolution #2005-73. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Cornelius, second by Haase to approve the Claims for the period of March 23, 2005
through April 12, 2005, for a total amount of $3,388,102.59. Motion adopted unanimously.
Councilmember Pielstick abstained from voting on Claims #95134 and #95428.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
Item G2
Approving Minutes of April 19, 2005 City Council Study Session
The Minutes of April 19, 2005 City Council Study Session are submitted for approval. See
attached MINUTES.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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
April 19, 2005
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
April 19, 2005. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on April 13,
2005.
Mayor Jay Vavricek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following members were
present: Councilmember’s Whitesides, Pielstick, Gilbert, Nickerson, Cornelius, Pauly, Hornady,
Walker, and Haase. Councilmember Meyer 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
Mayor Communication: Mayor Vavricek commented on the following:
· Thanked students at Grand Island Christian School, Westlawn Elementary School, Multi-
Cultural Leaders, First Baptist Church, Heartland Lutheran Fund Raiser
· Challenged everyone to notice the progress in the Community – Central Community
College Hike/Bike Trail, Stolley Park Road concrete replacement, and dirt work going on
in the community
· Urged all citizens to enjoy this time of the year
· Arbor Day – City Hall will be open – Mayor encouraged everyone to plant a tree
· One year ago Noah Boye and Eric Knott died in Iraq serving our country, the Mayor
encouraged all to remember those who have given their lives and those still serving our
country
· This Sunday, April 24, 2005 Walk of Support convening at City Hall to recognize those
serving our country
Presentation of Railroad Corridor Safety Study. Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported
that as the community continues to grow and train traffic increases, concern with rail crossing
safety and delays increase. Mr. Riehle introduced Randy El Dorado and Rick Haden representing
Kirkham Michael and Associates who had been hired to conduct a Railroad Corridor Study for
the City.
Mr. El Dorado stated that Grand Island has the Union Pacific Railroad with 18 crossings
including 4 grade separations (underpass or overpass) and the Burlington Northern Santa Fe
Railroad with 16 crossings including 8 grade separations.
The following key study issues were presented:
· Impacts to Community – delay at crossings, risk for accidents, train noise
· Engage Public Dialogue – stimulate community input, educate citizens, build community
support
Page 2, City Council Study Session, April 19, 2005
· High Delay Leads to High Risk Behaviors – driving around gate arms, pedestrians
trespassing
· Emergency Vehicle Response – Fire/Rescue, Police
· Build on Comprehensive Plan – transportation network connectivity, economic vitality
· Railroad Relocation
· Grade Separations
· At-Grade Crossings Improvements
Mr. Haden presented the project approach with regards to data collection/compilation,
comprehensive transportation plan, UPRR track relocation, alternative grade separations, grade
separation screening, public involvement, and quiet zones.
Mr. El Dorado commented on the importance of involving the general public in this study. The
first public kick-off meeting would be held May 12, 2005 at Walnut Middle School, with focus
meetings to follow on June 16th and August 25th. Reviewed was the schedule of the study with
completion of the final report to be presented to Council on November 15, 2005.
Discussion was held with regards to the downtown area and the train noise. Mentioned were the
way-side horns that were being used in Gering, Nebraska for the past 8 years and other
communities. It was suggested that the study include the feasibility of another line by the Platte
Generating Power Plant for coal delivery. Federal funding was discussed along with funds
available from the Department of Roads. County involvement was mentioned and encouraged.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
Item G3
Approving Request of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart
Supercenter #1326, 2250 N. Diers Avenue for Class "D" Liquor
License
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-2.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council
Item G4
Approving Request of Terence Holcomb, 4040 Norseman Avenue
for Liquor Manager Designation for Wal-Mart Supercenter #1326,
2250 N. Diers Avenue
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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: April 26, 2005
Subject: Request of Terence Holcomb, 4040 Norseman Avenue
for Liquor Manager Designation for Wal-Mart
Supercenter #1326, 2250 N. Diers Avenue
Item #’s: G-4
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Terence Holcomb, 4040 Norseman Avenue has submitted an application with the City
Clerk’s Office for a Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “D”
Liquor License for Wal-Mart Supercenter #1326, 2250 N. Diers Avenue. 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.
2. Forward the request with no recommendation.
3. Take no action on the request.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this request for a Liquor
Manager Designation.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the request of Terence Holcomb, 4040 Norseman Avenue for Liquor
Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “D” Liquor License for Wal-Mart
Supercenter #1326, 2250 N. Diers Avenue..
Item G5
Approving Request of Marcia Rinkol, 1902 15th Avenue, Central
City, Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation for Pump &
Pantry #6, 3355 Stolley Park Road
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
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: April 26, 2005
Subject: Request of Marcia Rinkol, 1902 15th Avenue, Central
City, Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation for
Pump & Pantry #6, 3355 Stolley Park Road
Item #’s: G-5
Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Marcia Rinkol, 1902 15th Avenue has submitted an application with the City Clerk’s
Office for a Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “B-13152”
Liquor License for Pump & Pantry #6, 3355 Stolley Park 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 Marcia Rinkol, 1902 15th Avenue, Central City,
Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “B-
13152” Liquor License for Pump & Pantry #6, 3355 Stolley Park 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 for a Liquor
Manager Designation.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the request of Marcia Rinkol, 1902 15th Avenue, Central City, Nebraska
for Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “B-13152” Liquor License
for Pump & Pantry #6, 3355 Stolley Park Road..
Item G6
Approving Preliminary Plat for Northview Subdivision
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Regional Planning Commission
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Northview Subdivision - Preliminary Plat
Item #’s: G-6
Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
This subdivision proposes to create 77 lots on a parcel of land located in the E ½ NE ¼
Section 12, Township 11, Range 10.
Discussion
This property is zoned a combination of B2-General Business, RO-Residential Office and
R1-Suburban Density Residential. The developers are proposing 3 office/commercial
lots adjacent to Highway 2 with 74 residential lots on the remainder of the property. The
residential development will center around a 3 acre lake to be constructed by the
developer as part of the drainage plan for the property.
Northwest high school is proposing to buy 5 lots just north of the high school and install
a north entrance to the high school parking lot.
This development is consistent with the comprehensive plan and is well designed to be
sensitive to the neighboring property owners. Sewer and water are available and can be
extended to serve of the propose lots. Sewer service to the east edge of the property will
either be provided by bringing a new line up along the east side of North Road from
Capital Avenue or with a private lift station that would connect to the line on the west
side of this property. The developer is proposing 37 foot wide standard streets dedicated
to the public.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the preliminary plat as presented
2. Modify the preliminary plat to meet the wishes of the Council
3. Table the issue
Recommendation
A motion was made by Brown and seconded by Wagoner to approve and recommend
that the Grand Island City Council approve the Preliminary Plat of Northview
Subdivision.
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Amick,
Haskins, O’Neill, Brown, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Wagoner) voting in favor and 1
member (Hayes) abstaining.
Sample Motion
Approve the Preliminary Plat for Northview Subdivision as presented.
Item G7
Approving Preliminary Plat for Stewart Place Fourth Subdivision
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Regional Planning Commission
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Stewart Place Fourth Subdivision – Preliminary and Final
Plat
Item #’s: G-7
Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
This subdivision proposes to create 21 lots on a parcel of land located in the NW ¼ NE ¼
Section 29, Township 11, Range 9.
Discussion
This subdivision will create 21 lots with duplex units on them. The applicants are not
requesting any changes to the type or size of the existing development. This plat will
allow them to sell these units individually and will accommodate the installation of city
water lines throughout the subdivision.
Staff recommends that City Council acknowledge and permit some exceptions to the
requirements for an RD Residential Development Zone. The RD Zone requires that the
developer buffer the perimeter of the development with a 30 landscaped buffer yard.
Almost all of the exterior lots of this subdivision have buildings and or patios closer to
the outer boundary than 30 feet. These have been identified in the subdivision agreement
and staff suggests that the 30 foot buffer be waive due to the built out nature of this
development. Council has the authority to waive this requirement. The subdivider and
future owners will be prohibited from encroaching any further into the buffer yard.
Planning Commission recommended in favor of accepting the exceptions to the
requirements for an RD Residential Development Zone.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the preliminary and final plats as presented
2. Modify the preliminary and final plats to meet the wishes of the Council
3. Table the issue
Recommendation
A motion was made by Miller and seconded by Ruge to approve and recommend that the
Grand Island City Council approve the Preliminary and Final Plats of Stewart Place
Fourth Subdivision.
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 9 members present (Amick,
Haskins, O’Neill, Brown, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Wagoner) voting in favor.
Sample Motion
Approve the Preliminary and Final Plats for Stewart Place Fourth Subdivision as
presented.
Item G8
#2005-97 - Approving Renewal of Leases at Cornhusker Army
Ammunition Plant for Storage Buildings
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Doug Walker
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Douglas R. Walker, City Attorney
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Approving Renewal of Leases at Cornhusker Army
Ammunition Plant for Storage Buildings
Item #’s: G-8
Presenter(s): Douglas R. Walker, City Attorney
Background
On May 22, 2001, City Council approved the leasing of several buildings at the former
Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant pursuant to the provisions of Resolution 2001-132.
The leases that were approved provide for an automatic one year renewal requested by
the lessees. The resolution that is presented for Council consideration would authorize the
city to renew the leases on the two storage buildings located on city property at the
former Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant.
Discussion
The city purchased property at the former Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant that had
several storage buildings located on it. The city has been leasing these two storage
buildings to obtain revenue and utilize these assets. The lessees of the two buildings are
to Dominion Construction Company and Jerry Harder. Both of these owners would like
to renew their lease for another year. There have not been any problems with damage to
the property or with non payment of rent and city Parks & Recreation officials are
recommending that the Council extend the lease for an additional year.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the resolution authorizing the city to extend the leases for another
year.
2. Disapprove the resolution which would not permit the city to enter into leases
for another year.
3. Modify the resolution or the leases to meet the wishes of the Council
4. Table the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the resolution authorizing the
extension of the leases for an additional year.
Sample Motion
Approve the resolution authorizing the city to extend the leases for an additional year.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-97
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is the owner of an approximately 420 acre tract of
land at the former Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant, which has several buildings which were leased by
the US Army Corp of Engineers during their ownership of the property; and
WHEREAS, on May 22, 2001, by Resolution 2001-132, the City approved Building
Leases with the tenants of the buildings pending development of the property; and,
WHEREAS, the leases provide an automatic one-year renewal if requested by the
Lessee's; and
WHEREAS, three of the Lessee's of storage buildings have requested that their lease be
extended for another year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Building Leases at the former Cornhusker
Army Ammunition Plant are hereby authorized to be extended for an additional year to the following
Lessees in accordance with the Building Leases:
Lessee Description Rental
Dominion Construction Company Storage building $2,000/yr.
Jerry Harders Fire/guard building $500/yr.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G9
#2005-120 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for
Stewart Place Fourth Subdivision
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Regional Planning Commission
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Stewart Place Fourth Subdivision – Preliminary and Final Plat
Item #’s: G-9
Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
This subdivision proposes to create 21 lots on a parcel of land located in the NW ¼ NE ¼ Section 29, Township
11, Range 9.
Discussion
This subdivision will create 21 lots with duplex units on them. The applicants are not requesting any changes to
the type or size of the existing development. This plat will allow them to sell these units individually and will
accommodate the installation of city water lines throughout the subdivision.
Staff recommends that City Council acknowledge and permit some exceptions to the requirements for an RD
Residential Development Zone. The RD Zone requires that the developer buffer the perimeter of the
development with a 30 landscaped buffer yard. Almost all of the exterior lots of this subdivision have buildings
and or patios closer to the outer boundary than 30 feet. These have been identified in the subdivision agreement
and staff suggests that the 30 foot buffer be waive due to the built out nature of this development. Council has
the authority to waive this requirement. The subdivider and future owners will be prohibited from encroaching
any further into the buffer yard.
Planning Commission recommended in favor of accepting the exceptions to the requirements for an RD
Residential Development Zone.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may:
1. Approve the preliminary and final plats as presented
2. Modify the preliminary and final plats to meet the wishes of the Council
3. Table the issue
Recommendation
A motion was made by Miller and seconded by Ruge to approve and recommend that the Grand Island City
Council approve the Preliminary and Final Plats of Stewart Place Fourth Subdivision.
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 9 members present (Amick, Haskins, O’Neill, Brown,
Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Wagoner) voting in favor.
Sample Motion
Approve the Preliminary and Final Plats for Stewart Place Fourth Subdivision as presented.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-120
WHEREAS, Dynasty Enterprises, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, as owner, has caused to
be laid out into lots, a tract of land comprising a part of Lot One (1), all of Lots Two (2), Three (3), Four
(4), and a part of Lot Five (5), all in Block Two (2), Stewart Place Subdivision, all of Lot Three (3),
Stewart Place Second Subdivision, all of Lot Two (2), Stewart Place Third Subdivision and a part of the
Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW1/4, NE1/4), all in Section Twenty Nine (29), Township
Eleven (11) North, Range Nine (9) West of the 6th P.M., in the City of Grand Island, Hall County,
Nebraska, under the name of STEWART PLACE FOURTH SUBDIVISION, and has caused a plat
thereof to be acknowledged by it; and
WHEREAS, a copy of the plat of such subdivision has been presented to the Boards of
Education of the various school districts in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, as required by Section
19-923, R.R.S. 1943; and
WHEREAS, a form of subdivision agreement has been agreed to between the owner of the
property and the City of Grand Island.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the form of subdivision agreement hereinbefore
described is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such agreement on behalf of
the City of Grand Island.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the final plat of STEWARD PLACE FOURTH
SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the
City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and
acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G10
#2005-121 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for
Pleasant View Fourteenth Subdivision
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Regional Planning Commission
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Pleasant View Fourteenth Subdivision - Final Plat
Item #’s: G-10
Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
This subdivision proposes to create 11 lots on a parcel of land located in the W ½ NE ¼ Section 22, Township
11, Range 9.
Discussion
This is the next phase of the Pleasant View Subdivision. This phase is consistent with the zoning on the
property and the approved preliminary plat. Sewer and water are available and can be extended to serve of the
propose lots. The developer is proposing 37 foot wide standard streets dedicated to the public.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may:
1. Approve the final plat as presented
2. Modify the final plat to meet the wishes of the Council
3. Table the issue
Recommendation
A motion was made by Haskins and seconded by Niemann to approve and recommend that the Grand Island
City Council approve the Final Plat of Pleasant View Fourteenth Subdivision.
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 9 members present (Amick, Haskins, O’Neill, Brown,
Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Wagoner) voting in favor.
Sample Motion
Approve the Final Plat for Pleasant View Fourteenth Subdivision as presented.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-121
WHEREAS, GNR Development Corp. of Hastings, Nebraska, a Nebraska corporation, as
owner, has caused to be laid out into lots, a tract of land comprising a part of the West Half of the
Northeast Quarter (W1/2, NE1/4) of Section Twenty Two (22), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Nine
(9) West of the 6th P.M., in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, under the name of
PLEASANT VIEW FOURTEENTH SUBDIVISION, and has caused a plat thereof to be acknowledged
by it; and
WHEREAS, a copy of the plat of such subdivision has been presented to the Boards of
Education of the various school districts in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, as required by Section
19-923, R.R.S. 1943; and
WHEREAS, a form of subdivision agreement has been agreed to between the owner of the
property and the City of Grand Island.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the form of subdivision agreement hereinbefore
described is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such agreement on behalf of
the City of Grand Island.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the final plat of PLEASANT VIEW FOURTEENTH
SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the
City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and
acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G11
#2005-122 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for
Woodland Park Second Subdivision
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Regional Planning Commission
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Woodland Park Second Subdivision - Final Plat
Item #’s: G-11
Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
This subdivision proposes to create 20 lots on a parcel of land located in the W ½ SE ¼ Section 2, Township 11,
Range 10.
Discussion
This is the second phase of the Woodland Park Subdivision. This phase is consistent with the zoning on the
property and the approved preliminary plat. Sewer and water are available and can be extended to serve of the
propose lots. The developer is proposing 37 foot wide standard streets dedicated to the public.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may:
1. Approve the final plat as presented
2. Modify the final plat to meet the wishes of the Council
3. Table the issue
Recommendation
A motion was made by Miller and seconded by Brown to approve and recommend that the Grand Island City
Council approve the Final Plat of Woodland Park Second Subdivision.
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 9 members present (Amick, Haskins, O’Neill, Brown,
Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Wagoner) voting in favor.
Sample Motion
Approve the Final Plat for Woodland Park Second Subdivision as presented.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-122
WHEREAS, Hastings Ventures L.L.C., a limited liability company, as owner, has caused to
be laid out into lots, a tract of land comprising a part of the West Half of the Southeast Quarter (W1/2,
SE1/4) of Section 2, Township 11 North, Range 10 West of the 6th P.M., in the City of Grand Island, Hall
County, Nebraska, under the name of WOODLAND PARK SECOND SUBDIVISION, and has caused
a plat thereof to be acknowledged by it; and
WHEREAS, a copy of the plat of such subdivision has been presented to the Boards of
Education of the various school districts in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, as required by Section
19-923, R.R.S. 1943; and
WHEREAS, a form of subdivision agreement has been agreed to between the owner of the
property and the City of Grand Island.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the form of subdivision agreement hereinbefore
described is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such agreement on behalf of
the City of Grand Island.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the final plat of WOODLAND PARK SECOND
SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the
City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and
acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G12
#2005-123 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 638 N.
Webb Road - Le Meridian, LLC
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-3.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-123
WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from Le
Meridien, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair public utilities
and appurtenances; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on April 26, 2005, for the purpose of discussing the
proposed acquisition of an easement and right-of-way through a part of the Northeast Quarter of the
Southeast Quarter (NE1/4, SE1/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Ten (10)
West of the 6th P.M. in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, the southerly line of the twenty (20.0) foot
wide easement and right-of-way being more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the northeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter
(NE1/4, SE1/4), Section Thirteen (13), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Ten (10)
West; thence southerly along the easterly line of said Northeast Quarter of the Southeast
Quarter (NE1/4, SE1/4), a distance of one hundred forty eight and five tenths (148.5) feet;
thence westerly, parallel with the northerly line of said Northeast Quarter of the Southeast
Quarter (NE1/4, SE1/4), a distance of forty four and forty one hundredths (44.41) feet to a
point on the westerly right-of-way line of Webb Road being the Actual Point of Beginning;
thence westerly, parallel with the northerly line of said Northeast Quarter of the Southeast
Quarter (NE1/4, SE1/4) a distance of sixty eight (68.0) feet.
The above-described easement and right-of-way containing 0.031 acres, more or less, as
shown on the plat dated April 4, 2005, 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 Le Meridien, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability
company, on the above-described tract of land.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G13
#2005-124 - Approving Bid Award for Water Main Project 2005-
W-5 - System Maintenance
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Dale Shotkoski, Asst. City Attorney/Purchasing
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Bid Award for Water Main Project 2005-W-5
Item #’s: G-13
Presenter(s): Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Background
Water Main Project 2005-W-5 is a maintenance project that requires the Contractor to
remove manholes, rebuild sanitary sewer lines, remove and replace street paving, and
assist the City’s Water Department in relocating water mains, to correct conflicts between
the two systems. These issues have been in existence since their installation many years
ago, but only recently have come to light. Although there are no current problems, the
conflicts have the potential to become a vulnerability to the system, and do not meet
current operational, construction, or regulatory standards.
The work is planned at four locations; Elm Street between 10th and 11th Streets; Louise
and Jefferson Street intersections; 11th Street between Beal and Evans Streets; and the 7th
and Market Street intersections. Attached is a map for general reference.
Discussion
Five prospective bidders, along with four plan information services, and one materials
supplier, received the bid package. The specifications were advertised in accordance
with City Procurement Codes. Bids were publicly opened at 11:00 a.m. on April 15,
2005. Only one bid was received.
Bidder: Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, NE
Exceptions: None
Bid: $68,375.77
Completion: September 30, 2005
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to approve the award of Water Main Project 2005-W-5, System
Maintenance to the Diamond Engineering Company
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
The bid from the low responsive bid has been evaluated and it is complete and without
exceptions. It is recommended that Council approve the bid award for Water Main
Project 2005-W-5, to Diamond Engineering in the amount of $68,375.77. The bid is
below the project estimate of $80,000 and meets all City contract requirements.
Sample Motion
Motion to approve the bid award for Water Main Project 2005-W-5 to Diamond
Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska.
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: April 15, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.
FOR: Water Main Project 2005-W-5
DEPARTMENT: Utilities
ESTIMATE: $80,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT: 525
PUBLICATION DATE: April 1, 2005
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 5
SUMMARY
Bidder: The Diamond Engineering Co.
Grand Island, NE
Bid Security: Univers al Surety Co.
Exceptions: None
Bid Price: $68,375.77
cc: Gary Mader, Utilities Director Bob Smith, Assistant Utilities Director
Tom Barnes, Engineering Manager Pat Gericke, Utilities Admin. Assist.
Gary Greer, City Administrator Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent
Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
P992
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-124
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Water Main Project 2005-W-
5, according to plans and specifications on file with the Utilities Engineering Office at Phelps Control Center;
and
WHEREAS, on April 15, 2005, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, The Diamond Engineering 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 $68,375.77; and
WHEREAS, such bid is below the 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 of
Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $68,375.77 for Water Main Project 2005-W-5 is hereby
approved as the lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a contract 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, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G14
#2005-125 - Approving Bid Award - 23kV Vertical Break Group
Operated Air Switches - Utilities Department
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader; Dale Shotkoski
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Dale Shotkoski, Asst. City Attorney/Purchasing
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Bid Award of 23 kV Vertical Break, Group Operated Air
Switches
Item #’s: G-14
Presenter(s): Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Background
The Electric Department has six distribution substations connected to the 115,00 volt
transmission loop. These substations reduce voltage from the 115,000 volt level to
13,800 volt for distribution within the City. Substations “E” and “F” were initially placed
in service several years ago. Substation “E” is located on the east side of the City, north
of Swift, serving Swift, the Waste Water Treatment Plant, and the surrounding area as it
develops. Substation “F” is located on the west side of the City, north of Menards,
serving commercial and residential loads in that area.
Grand Island has been constructing its distribution substations to contain a pair of
substation transformers and buses for distribution feeders. This provides redundancy and
limits fault currents on the distribution system. Initially, substations are constructed with
a single transformer with the second transformer installed later, when the load growth
dictates. The Department is now in the process of purchasing the material required to add
the second transformers and distribution buses at Substations “E and “F.”
Discussion
One integral part of substation design are the disconnect switches that are used to connect
or disconnect major components of the substation such as transformers, circuit breakers,
and buses, as needed. When open, these switches provide a physical gap between
energized and deenergized components of a substation, which is a mandated safety
requirement when work is being done on substation components.
Specifications were prepared for the disconnect switches needed for the substation
expansions. The technical description of these switches is “23 kV Vertical Break, Group
Operated Air Switches.” The advertisement for purchase appeared in the Grand Island
Independent on March 19, 2005. Bids were publicly opened on April 12. Two firms
offered to supply these switches, Dutton-Lainson Company of Hastings, Nebraska and
WESCO Distribution, Inc., of Sioux City, Iowa. WESCO offered two switches; the
lower priced switch does not conform to specifications. Bids are tabulated as follows:
12 each 1200 A, 23 kV Vertical Break, Group Operated Air Switch
Bidder
Manufacturer
Price, each
Extended Price
With Tax
Dutton-Lainson Tur ner $4,364.00 $56,033.76
WESCO Morpac $4,361.00 $55,995.24
WESCO S & C $7,664.00 $98,405.76
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to approve the award of 23 kV Vertical Break, Group Operated Air
Switches to Dutton-Lainson in the amount of $56,033.76
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 for 23 kV
Vertical Break, Group Operated Air Switches to Dutton-Lainson.
Sample Motion
I move that the bid for 23 kV Vertical Break, Group Operated Air Switches be awarded
to Dutton-Lainson in the amount of $56,033.76.
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: April 12, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.
FOR: 23 kV Vertical Break, Group Operated Air Switches
DEPARTMENT: Utilities
ESTIMATE: $85,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT: 520
PUBLICATION DATE: March 19, 2005
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 8
SUMMARY
Bidder: Dutton-Lainson Company Wesco Distribution, Inc.
Hastings, NE Sioux City, IA
Bid Security: Universal Surety Company Continental Insurance Company
Exceptions: Noted Noted
Bid Price:
1200 Amp: $36,033.76 $55,995.24
2000 Amp: $12,101.70 $24,521.19
cc: Gary Mader, Utilities Director Bob Smith, Assistant Utilities Director
Burhl Gilpin, Assistant Utilities Director Pat Gericke, Utilities Admin. Assist.
Gary Greer, City Administrator Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent
Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
P988
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-125
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for 23 kV Vertical Break Group
Operated Air Switches, according to plans and specifications on file with the City Clerk; and
WHEREAS, on April 12, 2005, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Dutton-Lainson Company of Hastings, 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 $56,033.76 including tax; and
WHEREAS, such bid is below the estimate for such switches.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Dutton-Lainson Company of Hastings,
Nebraska, in the amount of $56,033.76 including tax for 23 kV Vertical Break Group Operated Air
Switches is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G15
#2005-126 - Approving Agreement for Construction Occupancy - T
& E Cattle Company and Utilities Department
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Agreement for Construction Occupancy – T & E Cattle
Company
Item #’s: G-15
Presenter(s): Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Background
The Water Department is expanding the pumping capacity of the Rogers Reservoir pump
station located at the intersection of Old Potash Highway and North Road. In order to
utilize the increased pumping capacity, a large diameter trunk line is needed running
north from the pump station. The trunk line is budgeted for this fiscal year as a part of the
pumping station project. A temporary construction easement will be needed to allow that
construction.
Nebraska State law requires the acquisition of property must be approved by City
Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire the temporary construction easement
on the property of T & E Cattle Company. The construction easement would be along
North Road, east of the large storm water channel, extend ing from Old Potash Highway
to Faidley Avenue. The proposed construction easement is 40’ wide, and adjacent to the
property the City previously acquired for the installation of the storm water channel and
the water line.
Discussion
A 24” water trunk line is proposed to be installed in the City property along North Road.
But an additional temporary construction easement for water line installation will be
needed. Also, as part of the agreement for the original acquisition of property for the
drainage channel and water line, the top soil was stripped from the property for use by T
& E Cattle Company. The top soil is in the area now needed for construction, therefore, it
must be moved as part of clearing the construction easement.
The negotiated compensation for the construction easement is $5,000.00; and as a part of
that agreement, relocation of the top soil storage is the responsibility of the property
owner.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to approve the Agreement for Construction Occupancy with the T & E
Cattle Company
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 enter into the Agreement for
Construction Occupancy with T & E Cattle Company so the water main can be installed.
Sample Motion
Motion to approve the agreement for Construction Occupancy with T & E Cattle
Company.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-126
WHEREAS, a construction easement is required by the City of Grand Island, from T & E
Cattle Company, a Nebraska corporation, to construct Water Main District No. 449T on such property
comprising a part of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eleven (11)
North, Range Ten (10) West of the 6th P.M. in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, more
particularly described as follows:
Tract No. 1:
A forty (40.0) foot wide tract of land, the westerly line being more particularly described as
follows: Beginning at a point on the northerly right-of-way line of Faidley Avenue, said point being
one hundred thirteen (113.0) feet east of the easterly right-of-way line of North Road; thence
northerly and parallel with the easterly right-of-way line of said North Road, a distance of three
hundred seventy (370.0) feet.
Tract No. 2:
A forth (40.0) foot wide tract of land, the westerly line being more particularly described as
follows: Beginning at a point on the southerly right-of-way line of Faidley Avenue, said point being
one hundred thirteen (113.0) feet east of the easterly right-of-way line of North Road; thence
southerly and parallel with the easterly right-of-way line of said North Road, a distance of one
thousand seven hundred twelve and seven tenths (1,712.7) feet more or less.
Both tracts containing a combined total of 1.91 acres, more or less, as shown on the plat dated
March 17, 2005, marked Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference; and
WHEREAS, top soil will need to be moved from the construction easement area in
preparation of the installation of water mains and appurtenances, and replaced and restored after
the construction is complete; and
WHEREAS, an Agreement for Construction Occupancy has been reviewed and
approved by the City Attorney.
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 enter into an Agreement for Construction Occupancy with T & E Cattle Company, a
Nebraska corporation, on the above-described tract of land.
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, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G16
#2005-127 - Approving Continuation of Water Main Districts 450
and 451
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Gary R. Mader
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Continuation of Water Main District 450 – Ordinance #8964
& Water Main District 451 – Ordinance #8965
Item #’s: G-16
Presenter(s): Gary R. Mader, Utilities Director
Background
The Utilities Department received a petition requesting the creation of a water main
district to serve the existing multiple-family housing development along the east end of
Circle Drive. The area is located south of Stolley Park Road and west of Blaine Street
and includes parts of Stewart Place Subdivision; Stewart Place 2nd Subdivision; Stewart
Place 3rd Subdivision; Elmer’s Subdivision; and an unsubdivided portion of Section 22-
11-9. See the attached drawing for reference.
Discussion
Two assessment districts were created for providing water service to the area at the
March 8, 2005 City Council meeting. The boundary for District 450 encompasses the
area east of Circle Drive and is under one ownership, that being the individual who
requested the water system extension.
District 451 covers the west area of Circle Drive and the district creation provided those
residents an opportunity for City water extensions. That area is a combination of single
family homes and multiple-family units. By creating two districts, the total neighborhood
could be served, either independently or jointly. Both Districts passed the protest period;
a single contract for construction can be issued. There should be a cost savings from the
economy of scale for the two district contract.
Assessment districts are the Department’s standard method for installing water mains into
developed areas requesting City service. The eligible cost of construction will be
charged to the property owners within the respective districts. These assessments may be
financed for a five year period, at 7% simple interest on the unpaid balance.
One letter was received against District 450. This represents 164.44 feet of the total
1,496.29 feet of frontage, or 11.19% of the front footage against continuing the district.
Two letters against Water main District 451 were received. They represent a total of
382.92 feet of the district’s 2,229.25 feet of frontage, or 17.17% protest.
Since less than 50% of the land owners protested the creation of each of the districts, the
Council may continue the districts as per Nebraska Statute, 16.667.01, RRS 1943. See
the attached plat indicating the protesting properties.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The
Council may:
1. Move to approve the continuation of Ordinance 8964 creating Water Main District
450, and approve continuation of Ordinance 8965, creating Water Main District 451
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 continue Water Main Districts 450 and 451.
Sample Motion
Motion to continue Water Main District 450 and Water Main District 451.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-127
WHEREAS, Water Main District No. 450 was created by Ordinance No. 8964 on March
8, 2005; and
WHEREAS, Water Main District No. 451 was created by Ordinance No. 8965 on March
8, 2005; and
WHEREAS, notices of the creation of such water districts were published in the Grand
Island Independent, in accordance with the provisions of Section 16-667.01, R.R.S. 1943; and
WHEREAS, Section 16-667.01, R.R.S. 1943, provides that if the owners of record title
representing more than 50% of the front footage of the property abutting upon the streets, avenues, or
alleys, or parts thereof which are within such proposed district shall file with the City Clerk within thirty days
from the first publication of said notice written objections to such district, said work shall not be done and
the ordinance shall be repealed; and
WHEREAS, the protest period for both districts ended on April 14, 2005; and
WHEREAS, protests were filed against the creation of Water Main District No. 450 which
represented 11.19% of the total district front footage; and
WHEREAS, protests were filed against the creation of Water Main District No. 451 which
represented 17.17% of the total district front footage.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that insufficient protests have been filed with the City
Clerk against the creation of Water Main District No. 450 and Water Main District No. 451, and such
districts shall be continued and constructed according to law.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G17
#2005-128 - Approving Bid Award for Transfer Station Storage
Building
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Dale Shotkoski, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Approving Bid Award for Transfer Station Storage
Building
Item #’s: G-17
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Background
On April 1, 2005 the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department advertised
for bids for a Transfer Station Storage Building. Funds for the building were in the
approved 2004/2005 budget.
Discussion
Six bids were received and opened on April 18, 2005. The Solid Waste Division of the
Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division of the City Attorney’s Office have
reviewed the bids that were received. The lowest bid was over the engineer’s opinion of
costs but is within an acceptable range. A summary of the bids is shown below.
Bidder Exceptions Bid Security Total Bid
Chief Industries, Inc.
Grand Island, NE
None Fidelity & Deposit
Co.
$109,743.00
Steenblock Erectors, Inc.
Freemont, NE
None Cashiers Check $131,564.00
BD Construction
Kearney NE
None Universal Surety Co. $126,300.00
Farris Construction
Hastings NE
None Universal Surety Co. $131,000.00
Husker Sales & Dist.
Grand Island NE
None Inland Insurance Co. $115,489.00
Rathman-Manning Corp.
Chapman NE
None Inland Insurance Co. $104,400.00
There are sufficient funds for this purchase in Account No. 50530040-85610
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 purchase of the Transfer Station Storage
Building from Rathman-Manning Corp. of Chapman, NE in the amount of
$104,400.00.
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 purchase of the Transfer
Station Storage Building from Rathman-Manning Corp. of Chapman, NE in the amount
of $104,400.00.
Sample Motion
Approve the purchase of the Transfer Station Storage Building.
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: April 18, 2005 at 11:00 a.m.
FOR: Transfer Station Storage Building
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
ESTIMATE: $96,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT: 50530040-85610
PUBLICATION DATE: April 1, 2005
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 13
SUMMARY
Bidder: Chief Industries, Inc. Steenblock Erectors, Inc. BD Construction
Grand Island, NE Fremont, NE Kearney, NE
Bid Security: Fidelity & Deposit Co. $4,800.00 Universal Surety Co.
Exceptions: None None None
Bid Price: $109,743.00 $131,564.00 $126,300.00
Alt. Bid A: ( -3,310.00) ( -3,003.00) ( -3,840.00)
Alt. Bid B: ( -75.00) ( -400.00) ( -180.00)
Bidder: Farris Construction Co. Husker Sales & Dist. Rathman-Manning
Corp.
Hastings, NE Grand Island, NE Chapman, NE
Bid Security: Universal Surety Co. Inland Insurance Co. Inland Insurance Co.
Exceptions: None None None
Bid Price: $131,000.00 $115,489.00 $104,400.00
Alt. Bid A: ( -3,000.00) ( -3,338.00) ( -3,475.00)
Alt. Bid B: ( -110.00) ( -220.00) ( -56.00)
cc: Steve Riehle, Public Works Director Jeff Wattier, Solid Waste Supt.
Danelle Collins, PW Admin. Assist. Gary Greer, City Administrator
Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
P994
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-128
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Transfer Station Storage
Building, according to plans and specifications on file with the Public Works Department; and
WHEREAS, on April 18, 2005, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Rathman-Manning Corp. of Chapman, 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 $104,400; and
WHEREAS, the lowest bid submitted was more than the estimate for such project,
however the costs are within an acceptable range.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Rathman-Manning Corp. of Chapman,
Nebraska, in the amount of $104,400 for Transfer Station Storage Building is hereby approved as the
lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contract between the City and such contractor is
hereby approved, 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, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G18
#2005-129 - Approving Change Order No. 2 to the Contract with
The Diamond Engineering Company for Street Improvement
District 1246 Along South Locust from Stolley to Fonner Park
Road
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Approving Change Order No. 2 to the Contract with The
Diamond Engineering Company for Street Improvement
District 1246 Along South Locust from Stolley to Fonner
Park Road
Item #’s: G-18
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Background
Any change orders to the contract must be approved by City Council. The construction
contract was awarded to The Diamond Engineering Company, on July 22, 2003 in the
amount of $1,820,276.72. Change order No. 1 was approved on December 9, 2003 for
$235,376.50 for a new contract amount of $2,055,653.22.
Discussion
The Engineering Division of the Public Works Department is submitting Change Order
No. 2 in the amount of $60,941.20 for a new contract price of $2,116,594.42.
Sufficient funds are available in account 40033530-90066 to fund the Change Order.
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 No. 2 so as the revised contract
amount for the Street Improvement District 1246 would be $2,116,594.42.
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 pass a resolution authorizing the
Mayor to execute the Change Order.
Sample Motion
Approve Change Order No. 2 to the contract with The Diamond Engineering Company
for Street Improvement District 1246.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-129
WHEREAS, on July 22, 2003, by Resolution 2003-211, the City of Grand Island awarded
the bid for Street Improvement District No. 1246 (South Locust Street from Stolley Park Road to Fonner
Park Road) 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. 2 and are
itemized on Exhibit "A" attached hereto; and
WHEREAS, the result of such modification will increase the contract amount by
$60,941.20 for a revised contract price of $2,116,594.42.
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. 2 for Street Improvement District No. 1246 between the City of Grand Island and The
Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G19
#2005-130 - Approving Change Order No. 3 to the Contract with
John T. Jones Construction for the 2003 Waste Water Treatment
Plant-1, Solids Handling Improvements Project
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Approving Change Order No. 3 to the Contract with John
T. Jones Construction for the 2003 Waste Water
Treatment Plant-1, Solids Handling Improvements
Project
Item #’s: G-19
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Background
Any change orders to the contract must be approved by City Council. The construction
contract was awarded to John T. Jones, Fargo, North Dakota, on October 14, 2003 in the
amount of $8,462,000.00. Change order No. 1 was approved on April 27, 2004 for
$78,629.00, Change order No. 2 was approved on January 11, 2005 for $25,127.00 for a
new contract amount of $8,565,756.00.
Discussion
The Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department is submitting Change Order
No. 3, for a reduction, in the amount of $16,505.00 for a new contract price of
$8,549,251.00.
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 No. 3 so as the contract for the
Solids Handling Improvement Project would be $8,549,251.00.
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 pass a resolution authorizing the
Mayor to execute the Change Order.
Sample Motion
Approve Change Order No. 3 to the contract with John T. Jones Construction Company
for the 2003 Wastewater Treatment Plant – 1, Solids Handling Improvements Project.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-130
WHEREAS, on October 14, 2003, by Resolution 2003-296, the City of Grand Island
awarded the bid for the construction of sludge handling improvements (Project 2003-WWTP-1) to John T.
Jones Construction of Fargo, North Dakota; and
WHEREAS, on April 27, 2004, by Resolution 2004-97, the City of Grand Island
approved Change Order #1 for such project; and
WHEREAS, on January 11, 2005, by Resolution 2005-17, the City of Grand Island
approved Change Order #2 for such project; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the landscaping aspect of this contract could be
better served by using a separate contractor; and
WHEREAS, deleting the landscaping aspect would decrease the contract amount by
$16,505; and
WHEREAS, such modification has been incorporated into Change Order No. 3.
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. 3 between the City of Grand Island and the John T. Jones Construction of Fargo, North
Dakota as set out above.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G20
#2005-131 - Approving Amendment to the Agreement with Olsson
Associates for Right-of-Way Appraisal and Acquisition Services on
the Project to Widen Capital Avenue
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Approving Amendment to the Agreement with Olsson
Associates for Right-of-Way Appraisal and Acquisition
Services on the Project to Widen Capital Avenue
Item #’s: G-20
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Background
On November 9, 2004 the City of Grand Island entered into an agreement with Olsson
Associates for Engineering Consulting Services to Widen Capital Avenue West from the
Moores Creek ditch to just east of Webb Road. The agreement provided for design only
with future work such as Right-of-Way appraisal and acquisition services to be
performed under an amendment to the agreement. Any amendments to the agreement
must be approved by council.
Discussion
The original agreement was for final roadway design and right-of-way design west of US
HWY 281. To accommodate utilities, a bike trail, and right-of-way, it is prudent to
expand the project scope of Webb Road. It is also necessary to design roadway lighting
for the entire segment. Therefore, an amended agreement is being proposed to encompass
the aforementioned activities.
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 amendment to the agreement.
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 amendment to the
agreement for Right-of-Way Appraisal and Acquisition Services, Final Design and Right-
of-way Design on the project to widen Capital Avenue.
Sample Motion
Approve the amendment to the agreement.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-131
WHEREAS, on November 9, 2004, by Resolution 2004-285, the City Council of the City
of Grand Island approved the proposal of Olsson Associates to provide consulting services to widen
Capital Avenue, west of U.S. Highway 281; and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary to complete right-of-way appraisals and right-of-way
acquisitions, expand final roadway design to Webb Road, expand right-of-way design to Webb Road,
design roadway lighting, and design sanitary sewer force main relocation; and
WHEREAS, Olsson Associates has agreed to perform these services at a cost not to
exceed $99,930; and
WHEREAS, a 1st Amendment to Letter Agreement for Engineering Services has been
reviewed and approved by the City Attorney's office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the 1st Amendment to Letter Agreement for
Engineering Services by and between the City and Olsson Associates is hereby approved to complete right-
of-way appraisal and acquisition services as well as additional design work on the project to widen Capital
Avenue.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute such amendment on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G21
#2005-132 - Approving Designation of No Parking Zone and
Loading Zone on 3rd Street Near Senior Center
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Approving Designation of No Parking Zone and Loading
Zone on 3rd Street near Senior Center
Item #’s: G-21
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Background
Council action is required for the installation of loading zones and designation of
No Parking areas on City streets.
Discussion
The senior center installed a new drive at the southeast corner of their facility with their
recent expansion project. They have requested that some parking stalls be removed to
make for a safer intersection at 3rd Street and Oak Street. In addition, they have requested
the loading zone be expanded. The no parking would be designated on the North side of
3rd Street from the west face of the curb on Oak Street westerly for 92’. The loading zone
would be from the west end of the no parking westerly for 250’.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve the designation of the no parking zone and the expansion of the
loading zone in front of the Senior Center (at corner of 3rd Street and Oak
Street).
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 pass a resolution to approve the
designation of the no parking zone and the designation of a loading zone in front of
the Senior Center (at corner of 3rd Street and Oak Street).
Sample Motion
Move to approve the designation of the no parking zone and the installation of the
loading zone.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-132
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, the Grand Generation Center is presently renovating its building at 304 East
3rd Street; and
WHEREAS, one component of the renovation and expansion project was to install a new
drive at the southeast corner of their facility; and
WHEREAS, the Grand Generation Center has requested that a number of parking stalls be
removed to allow a safer intersection at 3rd and Oak Streets; and
WHEREAS, the Grand Generation Center also requested that a loading zone be expanded
to safely assist individuals entering the center; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that a No Parking Zone be designated on the north side of
Third Street, from the west face of the curb on Oak Street and continuing ninety-two (92) feet to the west;
and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that a Loading Zone be established on the north side of
Third Street, from the west end of the above-mentioned No Parking Zone and continuing two hundred fifty
(250) feet to the west.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that:
1. A No Parking Zone is hereby designated on the north side of Third Street, from the west
face of the curb on Oak Street, continuing westerly for 92 feet.
2. A Loading Zone is hereby established on the north side of Third Street, from the west end
of the above-mentioned No Parking Zone and continuing 250 feet to the west.
3. The City's Street and Transportation Division shall erect and maintain the signs and street
markings necessary to effect the above regulations.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G22
#2005-133 - Approving Change Order No. 6 to the Grand
Generation Center Renovation and Expansion Project
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Joni Kuzma
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Joni Kuzma, Community Development Specialist
Council Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Change Order #6 Grand Generation Center
Item #’s: G-22
Presenter(s): Joni Kuzma, Community Development Specialist
Background
The City of Grand Island is the owner of record of the building occupied by Senior
Citizen Industries, Inc, located at 304 East 3rd Street. In July 2004, the City awarded a
contract in the amount of $615,985.00 to Starostka Group Unlimited for the expansion
and renovation of the Center. The City received a Community Development Block grant
in the amount of $350,000 to assist in this expansion and renovation.
At the October 26, 2004 meeting of the City Council, Change Order #1 was approved in
the amo unt of $17,524.25 for removal of miscellaneous debris found under the footings
during the redigging for the laying of the foundation. Change Order #2 was approved at
the Dec. 21, 2004 Council meeting to decrease the amount of the contract by $29,992.00
for the deduction of the Fire Sprinkler system and allow a 45 day time extension for
completion. Change Order #3 was approved at the January 25, 2005 to decrease the
contract sum by $2,000 from a Home Depot gift applied to contractor supply purchases.
Change Order #4, approved February 22, 2005, increased costs by $4,940 for a revision
of Footings and Foundations, which includes additional work needed in the Kitchen
Work Room and the addition of two receptacles on the east side of the center wall of the
kitchen. On March 22, 2005, Council approved Change Order #5 for a variety of
electrical conduit additions and addition of a fire extinguisher cabinet.
Discussion
Change Order #6 provides for a variety of electrical additions and changes. With Council
approval, the contract amount (amended by change order #5) of $609,088.75 will be
increased by $5,065.00. The new contract amount will be $614,153.75, an amount less
than the original contracted base bid.
Since the City owns the building and the original contract was signed by the City, Change
Order #6 is being submitted to the City for their approval. No other changes are
anticipated for this project.
ALTERNATIVES
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Approve Change Order #6.
2. Refer the issue to a Committee.
3. Postpone the issue to a later date.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order #6.
Sample Motion
Motion to approve Change Order #6 to the contract with Starostka Group Unlimited on
the expansion and renovation of the Senior Citizens Industries, Inc.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-133
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, on October 26, 2004, by Resolution 2004-274, the City of Grand Island
approved Change Order No. 1 for such project to authorize the removal of miscellaneous debris found
under the footings; and
WHEREAS, on December 21, 2004, by Resolution 2004-322, the City of Grand Island
approved Change Order No. 2 for such project to extend the base bid contract completion date to
February 26, 2005 and to transfer the costs of the fire sprinkler system to a separate contract; and
WHEREAS, on January 25, 2005, by Resolution 2005-24, the City of Grand Island
approved Change Order No. 3 decreasing the contract sum by $2,000 due to a Home Depot gift applied
to contractor supply purchases; and
WHEREAS, on February 22, 2005, by Resolution 2005-55, the City of Grand Island
approved Change Order No. 4 increased the contract sum by $4,940 for a revision of footings and
foundations including additional kitchen work; and
WHEREAS, on March 22, 2005, by Resolution 2005-86, the City of Grand Island
approved Change Order No. 5 for a variety of electrical conduit additions and a fire extinguisher cabinet
increasing the contract by $2,631.50; and
WHEREAS, additional electrical work is necessary which will increase the contract by
$5,065.00 for a total adjusted contract amount of $614,153.75.
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. 6 between the City of Grand Island and Starostka Group, Inc. of
Grand Island, Nebraska, to increase the contract amount by $5,065.00 for a variety of electrical additions
and changes as set out in such change order.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G23
#2005-134 - Approving Demolition of Improvements at 101-105
North Sycamore Street, 200 East First Street, and 112 North
Kimball Avenue
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Doug Walker
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Douglas R. Walker, City Attorney
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Bid Award of Demolition for Properties at 101-105
North Sycamore Street, 200 East First Street and 112
North Kimball Avenue
Item #’s: G-23
Presenter(s): Douglas R. Walker, City Attorney
Background
In 2004, the City of Grand Island purchased the property in the south half of the block
east of City Hall, which has two older brick apartment buildings and one rental house that
has been divided into two rental units. The city purchased this property to be developed
into additional parking for City Hall, therefore, the improvements located on this property
must be demolished to accommodate the city’s use of this property for additional parking.
Discussion
The city has been in the process of removing the improvements located on the south half
of the block east of City Hall. The asbestos has been removed from the property and the
city advertised for bids and received a bid from Cook Construction of Kearney,
Nebraska, for a bid price of $49,600.00 to do the demolition on all the improvements on
the south half of the block. The bid of Cook Construction meets the criteria that was
advertised in the project requirement specifications and is within the engineer’s estimate
for the costs of demolishing these improvements. At the preset time, if this bid is
approved, the plans are to have the Fire Department burn these properties on May 7th or
8th for practice for the Grand Island Fire Department and to minimize the amount of
materials that will need to be disposed of upon demolition. The demolition contractors
intend to move in the following day and begin the demolition work on the property.
Demolition is to be completed within two weeks of beginning work.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1. Move to approve the award of a contract to Cook Construction of Kearney,
Nebraska, in the amount of $49,600 for the demolition work.
2. Deny the bid of Cook Construction.
3. Postpone the issue to future date.
4. Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends tha t the Council approve the bid of Cook Construction
of Kearney, Nebraska, for doing the demolition work for 101-105 North Sycamore Street,
200 East First Street and 112 North Kimball Avenue.
Sample Motion
Motion to approve the bid of Cook Construction for the demolition of improvements at
101-105 North Sycamore Street, 200 East First Street and 112 North Kimball Avenue for
the amount of $49,600.
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: April 18, 2005 at 10:00 a.m.
FOR: Demolition of Improvements at 101-105 North Sycamore Street, 200
East First Street and 112 North Kimball Avenue
DEPARTMENT: Legal
ESTIMATE: $65,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT: 40015025-90005
PUBLICATION DATE: April 2, 2005
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 7
SUMMARY
Bidder: Cook Construction
Kearney, NE
Bid Security: Nationwide Mutual Ins. Co.
Exceptions: None
Bid Price: $49,600.00
cc: Doug Walker, City Attorney Gary Greer, City Administrator
Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant
P993
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-134
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Demolition of Improvements at
101-105 North Sycamore Street, 200 East First Street and 112 North Kimball Avenue, according to plans
and specifications on file with the City Attorney; and
WHEREAS, on April 18, 2005, one bid was received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Cook Construction 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, such bid being in the amount of $49,600; and
WHEREAS, such bid is below the 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 Cook Construction of Kearney,
Nebraska, in the amount of $49,600 for demolition of improvements at 101-105 North Sycamore Street,
200 East First Street, and 112 North Kimball Avenue is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contract between the City and such contractor is
hereby approved, 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, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item G24
#2005-135 - Approving an Increase to Staff by One Employee for
the Position of Maintenance Worker I / II for the Wastewater
Treatment Plant
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
City of Grand Island City Council
Council Agenda Memo
From: Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Meeting: April 26, 2005
Subject: Approving an Increase to Staff by One Employee for the
Position of Maintenance Worker I/II for the Wastewater
Treatment Plant
Item #’s: G-24
Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director
Background
Any changes to the FTE (Full Time Equivalent) schedule needs to be approved by the
City Council. FTE is a measure that the City uses to approve the number of employment
positions that may be filled. The current FTE table allows for 6 Maintenance Worker I /
II positions. The recommended change will allow for one additional FTE to assist with
sewer locates.
Discussion
A state wide one-call system was created in the 1990’s. The system allows an individual
or a company that will be excavating to call one number to have all of the underground
utilities located. Before the one-call system, individuals or companies were required to
call each and every utility department that may have underground facilities before
digging. The City Public Works choose not to belong to the system because our storm
sewer is easy for the public to locate, the traffic signal cables are only at signalized
intersections, and our sanitary sewer mains are very deep therefore they typically do not
interfere with construction work.
The decision not to belong to the one-call system has proven to be a good decision
financially. The city has saved money on staffing requirements because conflicts of with
our storm sewer, traffic signals, and sanitary sewer have been minimal. However, in
January 2005, the State of Nebraska Attorney General’s office mandated that the City of
Grand Island’s Public Works Department participate in the one-call system.
The Grand Island Utilities Department has 2.6 people dedicated to the one-call system for
electrical and water one-call utility locates. The Public Works Department has been
participating in the one-call system since February 2005. The Wastewater Division had
464 locates in March, they are currently receiving requests for approximately 50 locates
per day. The volume of calls is taking staff time away from our sanitary sewer
maintenance and cleaning operations. A full time person at the Wastewater Treatment
Plant is needed to handle the volume of one-call utility locates we are receiving.
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 additional employee for the Wastewater
Treatment Plant.
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 increase of staff by one
employee for the position of Maintenance Worker II for the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Sample Motion
Approve the additional employee for the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 20, 2005 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2005-135
WHEREAS, the 2004/2005 adopted budget for the Wastewater Division of the Public
Works Department allows for six full-time equivalent (FTE) Maintenance Worker I/II positions; and
WHEREAS, due to regulations for the state One-Call Notification System, the Public
Works Department is mandated to participate in the program; and
WHEREAS, due to the high demand for locates of storm sewer pipes, traffic signal wiring
and sanitary sewer mains, it is necessary to add a FTE Maintenance Worker I / II to complete this work;
and
WHEREAS, the personnel budget for the Wastewater Division would be increased to
reflect the additional FTE position; and
WHEREAS, this can be accomplished without a budget increase in personnel costs for the
Wastewater Division.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the 2004/2005 adopted budget be amended to
add a full-time equivalent allocation for one Maintenance Worker I / II position in the Wastewater Division
of the Public Works Department.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 26, 2005.
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Item J1
Payment of Claims for the Period of April 13, 2005 through April
26, 2005
The Claims for the period of April 13, 2005 through April 26, 2005 for a total amount of
$2,378,311.88. A MOTION is in order.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Council Session
City of Grand Island
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
City of Grand Island City Council