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06-14-2005 City Council Regular Meeting PacketCity of Grand Island Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session Packet City Council:Mayor: Jay Vavricek City Administrator: Gary Greer City Clerk: RaNae Edwards T u 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 - Youth Miniser Brian Pielstick, Independent Bethel Baptist Church, 1223 East 6th Street MAYOR COMMUNICATION This is an opportunity for the Mayor to comment on current events, activities, and issues of interest to the community. City of Grand Island City Council Item C1 Recognition of Diane Smutny, Purchasing Technician with the Finance Department for 20 Years of Service with the City The Mayor and City Council will recognize Diane Smutny, Purchasing Technician with the Finance Department for 20 years of service with the City. Ms. Smutny was hired on June 11, 1985 as Accounting Clerk I/Keypunch Operator. On July 16, 1987 she was promoted to Accounting Clerk III, which was reclassified to Utilities Clerk III on August 1, 1988. On August 1, 1992 she was promoted to Accounting Clerk II and on December 23, 1996 was promoted to her current position, Purchasing Technician. We congratulate Diane for her 20 years of dedicated service with the City of Grand Island. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: David Springer City of Grand Island City Council Item C2 Recognition of Erica Anschutz for U.S. World Team Archery and U.S. National Team Archery Competitions The Mayor and City Council will recognize Erica Anschutz for her outstanding accomplishments in the U.S. World Team Archery and U.S. National Team Archery competitions. Ms. Anschutz has won over 30 national championships, over 130 national records, 16 world records, and 6 world medals. She has competed in the Czech Republic, France, England, Denmark, and will be leaving in June for Spain. Erica is 16 years old and has been competing for 10 years. She is a member of the Third City Archers. We want to congratulate her on her outstanding accomplishments. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek City of Grand Island City Council Item C3 Recognition of Students from Senior High, Central Catholic, and Northwest High Schools for State Championships in Track The Mayor and City Council will recognize the following students for 1st Place Championships received at the State Track Meet: Grand Island Senior High: Eric Steele - Class "A" Pole Vault Rebecca Brown and Megan Dillman - Girls #2 Tennis Grand Island Central Catholic: Kenny Howard - Class "C" Discus Mallory Tinger - Girls Pole Vault Northwest High School: Brandon Harrigton - 110 High Hurdles, 300 Intermediate Hurdles, and Long Jump Sam Ogden - Pole Vault Northwest Track Team - Class "B" overall State Champions - Head Coach Dave Gee We recognize these outstanding students and their coaches for their hard work in these events and congratulate them on their accomplishments at the State Track Meet. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek City of Grand Island City Council Item E1 Public Hearing on Request of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart Supercenter #3395, 3501 South Locust Street for Class "D" Liquor License Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Public Hearing on Request of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart Supercenter #3395, 3501 South Locust Street for a Class “D” Liquor License Item #’s: E-1, G-7, & G-8 Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Background Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart Supercenter #3395, 3501 South Locust Street has submitted an application for a Class “D” Liquor License. A Class “D” Liquor License allows for the sale of alcohol off sale only inside 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. As the building is currently under construction, 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 #3395, 3501 South Locust Street for a Class “D” Liquor License. Item E2 Public Hearing on Amendment to Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) Redevelopment Plan and Authorizing Tax Increment Financing for Pro Con, LLC Proposed Handicapped Accessible Apartments Located along Capital Avenue and Geddes Street Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Public Hearing on Amendment to Community Redevelopment Authority Redevelopment Plan and Authorizing Tax Increment Financing for Procon LLC Item #’s: E-2 & G-10 Presenter(s): Douglas R. Walker, City Attorney Background Procon Development, LLC, has applied for tax increment financing for the development of twenty handicap accessible rental units on Lots 1-12, Block One, Goodrich Subdivision, and on Lots 25-36 of Sunny Side Subdivision in the City of Grand Island. To extend tax increment financing through a redevelopment contract, the developer must obtain the approval of the Community Redevelopment Authority and obtain the approval of the Planning Commission prior to coming before the City Council for final approval. Procon Development has obtained the approval of the Community Redevelopment Authority and has also obtained approval from the Regional Planning Commission at their May 4, 2005 meeting. This project now comes before the City Council for final consideration for authorizing tax increment financing. Discussion Procon Development, LLC, has submitted a redevelopment contract in a timely manner to the Community Redevelopment Authority for consideration. The Community Redevelopment Authority has prepared the redevelopment contract for use in extending tax increment financing assistance to Procon Development. Procon has proposed the construction of twenty handicap accessible apartment units consisting of five four plexes. This project will be built on a previously undeveloped site in northeast Grand Island, located along the south side of Capital Avenue and the ease side of Geddes Street and these units will be built in blight and substandard area number 5. Subsequent to receiving CRA approval, the Hall County Planning Commission reviewed the amendment to the redevelopment plan for blight and substandard area number 5 and determined that the proposed development was consistent with the existing zoning and future land use planned for the City of Grand Island and recommended approval. This proposed redevelopment contract, which would extend tax increment financing for fifteen years to this project is now before the City Council for consideration. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Move to approve the resolution authorizing the use of tax increment financing for the proposed project. 2. Not approve the use of tax increment financing for this project. 3. Postpone the issue to future date. 4. Take no action on the issue. Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve the use of tax increment financing for the proposed redevelopment project on the south side of Capital Avenue and the east side of Geddes Street. Sample Motion Motion to approve a resolution to use tax increment financing for the redevelopment project of Procon Development, LLC. Item E3 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Property Located at 1212 West 2nd Street (Robert C. Ramold) Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Public Hearing on Acquisition of Property Located at 1212 West Second Street (Robert C. Ramold) Item #’s: E-3 & G-11 Presenter(s): Douglas R. Walker, City Attorney Background The City of Grand Island has been acquiring property in the block west of the Edith Abbott Memorial Library for use in expanding the library facility. The Grand Island Library Foundation purchased the property located at 1212 West Second Street and donated this property to the City of Grand Island subject to a long term lease between the former property owner and Robert C. Ramold, d/b/a Domino’s Pizza. This lease was dated May 28, 2003, along with a rider to the lease dated May 28, 2003. The lease is for an original term of five years and authorizes the tenant to renew the lease for two additional five year terms at the tenant’s option. Because this lease is of a long term nature it is a real estate property right and a public hearing is necessary to authorize the acquisition of this property interest from Mr. Ramold. Discussion The City of Grand Island has been seeking to negotiate an agreement with Robert C. Ramold to acquire his leasehold interest in Unit A of the office building at 1212 West Second Street with the legal description of Lot Seven, Block Two in Spaulding and Gregg’s Addition to the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. Mr. Ramold’s lease also contains the right to use the parking spaces on the north side of the alley and behind the building being rented by Mr. Ramold. As of this date of this memorandum, the city has not yet reached an agreement with Mr. Ramold to acquire this property, however, it is necessary to obtain authorization of the City Council to acquire the property by negotiation or through the use of eminent domain if negotiations are not successful. It is necessary to acquire the lease hold interest of Mr. Ramold in this property so that the city may proceed with removing the improvements to prepare the site for the library addition. A resolution is at item E-11 of the Agenda authorizing the acquisition of this property through the use of eminent domain if necessary. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Move to approve the resolution authorizing the city to acquire this property by the use of eminent domain if necessary. 2. Not approve the resolution authorizing the city to acquire this property by the use of eminent domain. 3. Postpone the issue to future date. 4. Take no action on the issue. Recommendation City Administration recommends tha t the Council approve the acquisition of this property from Robert C. Ramold with the street address of Unit A, 1212 West Second Street and associated parking, with a legal description of Lot Seven, Block Two in Spaulding and Gregg’s Addition to the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska Sample Motion Motion to approve the acquisition of the above described property. Item E4 Public Hearing on Acquisition of Property Located at 244 and 304 Stuhr Road (Melvin W. & Jo Ann Meyer and M. J. Lake, LLC) Tuesday, June 14, 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 Jim Rowell, Fire Chief Meeting: June 14, 2005 Subject: Public Hearing on Acquisition of Property at 244 and 304 Stuhr Road from Melvin W. and JoAnn Meyer and from MJ Lake, LLC Item #’s: E-4 & G-12 Presenter(s): Douglas R. Walker, City Attorney Jim Rowell, Fire Chief Background The City Council has indicated that it is seeking to acquire property for the development of a fire training facility in the Grand Island area. A study was commissioned to recommend a site and the real estate located at 244 and 304 Stuhr Road, which is owned by Melvin W. and JoAnn Meyer and a limited liability company established by them, which is MJ Lake, LLC, was identified by that study as a highly desirable location for the fire training facility. Discussion City officials have entered into negotiations with Melvin W. and JoAnn Meyer for the acquisition of these adjacent properties and have reached an agreement subject to City Council approval. The purchase of the real estate located at 244 and 304 Stuhr Road has been negotiated for the appraised price of $583,900.00. The negotiations are subject to City Council approval, which must hold a public hearing prior to acquiring real estate. Subsequent to the pub lic hearing, item G-12 on the City Council Agenda contains a resolution authorizing the city to proceed with the purchase of this property for the use of a fire training facility. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Move to approve the resolution authorizing the city to purchase the property located at 244 and 304 Stuhr Road, which contains a meets and bounds legal description as set forth in the resolution. 2. Do not approve the purchase. 3. Postpone the issue to future date. 4. Take no action on the issue. Recommendation City Administration recommends tha t the Council approve the resolution authorizing the acquisition of the real estate at 244 and 304 Stuhr Road. Sample Motion Motion to approve the acquisition of this real estate. Item E5 Public Hearing Concerning Economic Development CDBG Grant Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Public Hearing Concerning an Economic Development Community Development Block Grant through the Nebraska Department of Economic Development Item #’s: E-5 & G-20 Presenter(s): Joni Kuzma, Community Development Specialist Background The Nebraska Department of Economic Development offers Community Development Block Grant funding to facilitate economic development in Nebraska communities. The City is applying for an economic development grant in the amount of $254,000, of which $250,000 will be loaned to the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation for funding a speculative building targeted to metal working or warehouse type companies. The remaining $4,000 will be retained by the City for audit and administrative expenses associated with the grant. A public hearing is required prior to submission of an application to the Nebraska Department of Economic Deve lopment to solicit public comment and input into the proposed project and grant application. Discussion Notice of the public hearing was given in the June 3, 2005 Grand Island Independent and public comment is solicited at this time. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the Economic Development Grant application and give approval for the Mayor to sign all related documents. 2. Disapprove or /Deny the Economic Deve lopment Grant application. 3. Modify the Economic Development Grant application to meet the wishes of the Council 4. Table the issue 5. Refer the issue to a Committee. 6. Postpone the issue to a later date. Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve the Economic Development Grant application and give approval for the Mayor to sign all related documents. Sample Motion Approve the Economic Development Grant application and authorize the Mayor to sign all related documents. Item E6 Public Hearing on Amendment to Extend CDBG Grant Tuesday, June 14, 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 Marsha Kaslon, Community Development Administrator Council Meeting: June 14, 2005 Subject: Public Hearing for Amendment to CDBG Rehab Grant for Extension Item #: E-6 & G-21 Presenter(s): Joni Kuzma, Community Development Specialist Background In August 2003, the City was awarded a $270,400 Block Grant from the Department of Economic Development for rehabilitation of residential owner-occupied homes. Of this amo unt, $250,000 was to be used for rehabilitation of 10 owner-occupied homes based on a standard maximum amount of $25,000 per home; $10,000 ($1,000 per house) for Lead-Based Paint assessment and/or remediation and General Administration of $10,400. The period covered under the grant contract is August 15, 2003 to August 15, 2005 (24 months). To date, eight houses are under contract and two applications are pending approval. We anticipate that all funds for the Rehab Grant will be obligated by the grant deadline of August 15, 2005. However, all work on the units may not be complete by the August deadline. Therefore, we are requesting an extension of six months as recommended by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development to finish all work on the project. Discussion Since the number of applications received for homes located in the CDBG project area was been insufficient to meet the contracted number of homes needed to meet the grant termination deadline of August 15, 2005, this amendment would extend the grant completion date to February 15, 2006. This request to amend the grant application has been discussed with Department of Economic Development staff. A public hearing is required to amend the original grant application and allow us to request amendment approval from the Department of Economic Development. A legal notice regarding this public hearing was published in the Grand Island Independent on June 4, 2005. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the Block Grant Amendment to give permission for Community Development to request an amendment from the Department of Economic Development for a six-month grant extension and authorize the Mayor to sign all appropriate documents 2. Deny the extension request 3. Refer the issue to a Committee. 4. Postpone the issue to a later date. Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve the Bock Grant Amendment to give permission for Community Development to request an amendment from the Department of Economic Development for a six-month grant extension and authorize the Mayor to sign all appropriate documents Sample Motion Motion to approve the Block Grant Amendment to give permission for Community Development to request an amendment from the Department of Economic Development for a six-month grant extension and authorize the Mayor to sign all appropriate documents. Item F1 #8979 - Consideration of Vacating a Portion of Adams Street North of West Koenig and Adjacent to the Property of 1224 & 1304 W Koenig Street Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Consideration of Vacating a Portion of Adams Street North of West Koenig and Adjacent to the Property of 1224 W Koenig Street Item #’s: F-1 Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director Background Council action is required for vacation of a public Street through the passing of an ordinance. Discussion Adams Street does not continue south of Division Street to the alley. Only the west half (40’) of Adams Street exists north of Koenig Street to the alley. The current owners of the adjacent property, Maurice and Beverly Sullivan, are requesting to vacate this portion of Adams Street. It has been used as a private access to the properties on both sides numerous years; in addition, the adjacent property owners have maintained the 40’ wide section of Right-of-Way. If approved, 20’ of the vacated street Right-of-Way will belong to 1224 W Koenig and the remaining 20’ will belong to the property at1304 W Koenig. Both property owners are in favor of the requested vacation. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the request to vacate the portion of Adams Street north of West Koenig 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 an ordinance vacating the portion of Adams Street north of West Koenig Street and adjacent to 1224 W Koenig. Sample Motion Approve the request to vacate a portion of Adams Street north of West Koenig Street. Section of Adams Street requesting to be vacated. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 8979 An ordinance to vacate a portion of Adams Street, north of Koenig Street in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; to provide for the filing of this ordinance in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska; and to provide for publication and the effective date of this ordinance. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. That the portion of Adams Street, north of Koenig Street to the alley in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, is hereby vacated. Such portion of Adams Street is more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the southwest corner of Lot D, Block Four (4), Elm Place Subdivision; thence southwesterly on a prolongation of the north line of Koenig Street for a distance of Forty (40.0) feet to the southeast corner of Lot Ten (10), Block Three (3), Elm Place Subdivision; thence northwesterly on the east line of Lot Ten (10), Block Three (3), Elm Place Subdivision to the northeast corner of Lot Ten (10), Block Three (3), Elm Place Subdivision; thence northeasterly on a prolongation of the north line of Lot Ten (10), Block Three (3), Elm Place Subdivision for a distance of Forty (40.0) feet to the northwest corner of Lot D, Block Four (4), Elm Place Subdivision; thence south on the west line of Lot D, Block Four (4), Elm Place Subdivision to the point of beginning. Such property is shown on the drawing dated May 31, 2005, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. * This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds * ORDINANCE NO. 8979 (Cont.) - 2 - SECTION 2. The title to the property vacated by Section 1 of this ordinance shall revert to the owner or owners of the real estate abutting the same, with 20 feet of the vacated street to the property owners of 1224 W. Koenig Street (Lot D, Block 4, Elm Place Subdivision), and 20 feet of the vacated street to the property owners of 1304 W. Koenig Street (Lot 10, Block 3, Elm Place Subdivision). SECTION 3. This ordinance is directed to be filed, with the drawing, in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, without the drawing, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as provided by law. Enacted: June 14, 2005. ____________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item F2 #8980 - Consideration of Vacating a Utility Easement in Voitles Addition; the North 112’ of a 16’ Wide Easement East of 727 E 9th Street Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Consideration of Vacating a Utility Easement in Voitles Addition; the North 112’ of a 16’ Wide Easement East of 727 E 9th Street Item #’s: F-2 Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director Background Vacation of easements requires council action through passing of an ordinance. Poplar Street between 8th and 9th Streets was vacated by Ordinance No. 6558 in 1980. A 16’ wide easement was retained along the east right-of-way line of the vacated section of Poplar Street. The westerly half of the vacated Poplar Street is being used as part of Lot 1 of JSC Subdivision (727 W 9th Street). The easterly half of the vacated Poplar Street is being used as part of Lot 4 of Voitles Addition. Discussion The Starostka Group Unlimited is requesting the vacation of the easement in order to re- subdivide Lots 3 and 4 of John Voitles Addition and the easterly half of the vacated Poplar Street into three new lots. As part of the subdivision, the Starostka Group will be building over the vacated easement. The north 121’ of the easement will be vacated and the south 20’ will be retained as an easement for a power pole anchor. 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 ordinance vacating the Utility Easement. 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 ordinance for the vacation of the easement. Sample Motion Move to approve the vacation of the Utility Easement. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 8980 An ordinance to vacate an existing easement and right-of-way located in the vacated Poplar Street right-of-way (Ordinance No. 6558 approved on February 4, 1980 and recorded with the Hall County Register of Deeds office on February 6, 1980 as Document No. 80-000578) adjacent to Lot Four (4), Block Two (2), Voitles Addition to the city of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; to provide for filing this ordinance in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County; and to provide for publication and the effective date of this ordinance. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. That a part of the existing sixteen (16.0) foot wide easement located in the vacated Poplar Street right-of-way (Ordinance No. 6558 approved on February 4, 1980 and recorded with the Hall County Register of Deeds office on February 6, 1980 as Document No. 80-000578) adjacent to Lot Four (4), Block Two (2), Voitles Addition to the city of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; more particularly described as follows is hereby vacated: * This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds * ORDINANCE NO. 8980 (Cont.) - 2 - Beginning at the northwest corner of Lot Four (4), Block Two (2), Voitles Addition; thence south on said west line of Lot Four (4), Block Two (2), Voitles Addition for a distance of One Hundred Twelve (112.0) feet; thence west on a line perpendicular to said west line of Lot Four (4), Block Two (2), Voitles Addition for a distance of Sixteen (16.0) feet; thence north on a line Sixteen (16.0) feet west of and parallel to the west line of Lot Four (4), Block Two (2), Voitles Addition for a distance of One Hundred Twelve (112.0) feet to the south line of 9th Street; thence east on the south line of 9th Street for a distance of Sixteen (16.0) feet to the point of beginning; as sho wn on the plat dated June 6, 2005, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 2. This ordinance is directed to be filed in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska. SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, without the plat, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as provided by law. Enacted: June 14, 2005. ____________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item F3 #8981 - Consideration of Creation of Street Improvement District No. 1257; Shanna Street in Western Heights 4th Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Consideration of Creation of Street Improvement District No. 1257; Shanna Street in Western Heights 4th Subdivision Item #’s: F-3 Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director Background Council action is needed to create a Street Improvement District. If the District is created, a notice will be mailed to all affected property owners and a 20-day protest period will begin. If the district passes the protest and the council continues the district, plans will be prepared and the City will bid, construct, and levy special assessments for the work if the district passes the protest period. Discussion The District will consist of Shanna Street from four lots west of Branding Iron Lane to one lot east of Branding Iron Lane. The proposed district is an upgrade from a 24’ asphalt road to a 37’ concrete curb and gutter roadway with storm sewer. The district would tie into the new concrete road that is currently being constructed east of the proposed area as part of the Independence Avenue project north of 13th Street. The property owners will receive credit for the 24’ of asphalt road that is currently abutting their properties and will be assessed for the difference between the 24’ asphalt road and the new 37’ concrete road as well as any storm sewer. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the creatio n of Street Improvement District No. 1257. 2. Refer the issue to a Committee. 3. Postpone the issue to a future date. 4. Take no action on the issue. Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve the creation of Street Improvement District 1257; Shanna Street in Western Heights 4th Subdivision. A ten (10) year assessment period is recommended. Sample Motion Approve the creation of Street Improvement District No. 1257. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 8981 An ordinance to create Street Improvement District No. 1257; to define the boundaries of the district; to provide for the improvement of a street within the district by paving, curbing, guttering, storm drainage, sidewalks, and other incidential work in connection therewith; to provide for the filing of this ordinance with the Hall County Register of Deeds; and to provide the publication and effective date of this ordinance. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. Street Improvement District No. 1257 in the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, is hereby created. SECTION 2. The boundaries of the district shall be as follows: Beginning at the southwest corner of Lot Thirteen (13), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision; thence north on the west line of Lot Thirteen (13), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision to the northwest corner of Lot Thirteen (13), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision; thence east on the north line of Lots Eight (8), Nine (9), Ten (10), Eleven (11), Twelve (12), and Thirteen (13), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision to the northeast corner of Lot Eight (8), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision; thence south on the east line of Lots Five (5), Six (6), Seven (7), and Eight (8), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision to a point Three Hundred (300.0) · This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds · ORDINANCE NO. 8981 (Cont.) - 2 - feet south of the south line of Shanna Street; thence west on a line Three Hundred (300.0) feet south of and parallel to the south line of Shanna Street to the west line of Lot Five (5), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision; thence north on the east line of Branding Iron Lane to a point One Hundred Ninety Three (193.0) feet south of the south line of Shanna Street; thence west on the south line of Lots Fourteen (14), Fifteen (15), Sixteen (16), and Seventeen (17), Western Height's Fourth Subdivision and a prolongation thereof to the southwest corner of Lot Fourteen (14) Western Height's Fourth Subdivision; thence north on the west line of Western Height's Fourth Subdivision to the point of beginning, as shown on the plat dated June 3, 2005, marked Exhibit 'A", attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 3. The following street in the district shall be improved by paving and other incidental work in connection therewith: Shanna Street in Western Height's Fourth Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. Said improvements shall be made in accordance with plans and specifications approved by the Engineer for the City of Grand Island. SECTION 4. All improvements shall be made at public cost, but the cost thereof shall be assessed upon the lots and lands in the district specially benefited thereby as provided by law. SECTION 5. This ordinance, with the plat, is hereby directed to be filed in the office of the Register of Deeds, Hall County, Nebraska. SECTION 6. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, without the plat, as provided by law. SECTION 7. After passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, without the plat, notice of the creation of said district shall be published in the Grand Island Independent, a legal newspaper published and of general circulation in said City, as provided by law. ORDINANCE NO. 8981 (Cont.) - 3 - Enacted: June 14, 2005. ____________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G1 Approving Minutes of May 24, 2005 City Council Regular Meeting The Minutes of May 24, 2005 City Council Regular Meeting are submitted for approval. See attached MINUTES. Tuesday, June 14, 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 May 24, 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 May 24, 2005. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on May 18, 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, Hornady, Walker, and Haase. Councilmember Pauly was absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Gary Greer, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Finance Director David Springer, Pub lic Works Director Steve Riehle, and City Attorney Doug Walker. INVOCATION was given by Pastor George Oxford, First Church of the Nazarene, 1022 West 6th Street followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. MAYOR COMMUNICATION: Mayor Vavricek commented on us being under a severe thunderstorm watch. Also mentioned was the Community Youth Council having a movie night on Friday, May 27, 2005 at 8:30 p.m. at the Stolley Park Pavilion. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS: Proclamation “Older American Month” May 2005. Mayor Vavricek proclaimed the month of May 2005 as “Older American Month”. Lois Stienke, Executive Director of the Senior Citizens Center was present to receive the proclamation. Recognition of Louis Kaelin and Coach Jack Ross for Outstanding Performance at the Cornhusker Trapshoot. Mayor Vavricek and the City Council recognized Louis Kaelin for receiving 1st Place in the Junior Division Competition of the Cornhusker Trapshoot held in Doniphan, Nebraska. Also recognized was his coach, Jack Ross. Louis Kaelin and Jack Ross were present for the recognition. Recognition of Lori Farrell, Pat Johnson, and Nikki Leu for Efforts of Sending Care Packages to Soldiers in Iraq. Mayor Vavricek and the City Council recognized Lori Farrell, Pat Johnson, and Nikki Leu, deli workers from Five Points Skagway for their efforts of sending care packages to soldiers in Iraq. Lori Farrell, Pat Johnson, and Nikki Leu were present for the recognition. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Public Hearing on Request of Orozco’s Corporation dba El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South Eddy Street for a Class “C” Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards reported that Orozco’s Page 2, City Council Regular Meeting, May 24, 2005 Corporation dba El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South Eddy Street had submitted an application with the City Clerk’s Office for a Class “C” Liquor License. Ms. Edwards presented the following exhibits for the record: application submitted to the Liquor Control Commission and received by the City on April 29, 2005; notice to the applicant of date, time, and place of hearing mailed on May 2, 2005; notice to the general public of date, time, and place of hearing published on May 14, 2005; and Chapter 4 of the City Code. A recommendation to deny the license was suggested. Fred Hotz, Fire Prevention Division Chief explained that Mr. Orozco had not contacted the departments for inspections and that there was no fire sprinkler system which was required for this size of an establishment. Rafael Orozco, 3105 Nashville spoke in favor. No further public testimony was heard. Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located on the North Side of the Platte River, Northeast of Highway 281. (Willaim and Carolyn Kuehner) Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that acquisition of a utility easement located on the north side of the Platte River, northeast of Highway 281 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 upgrade the single phase line to a three pahse line and to complete the legal documents for the line to remain in place. The three phase line will serve a new irrigation well on Kuehner Farm property. No public testimony was heard. Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement Located on the Southwest Corner of 2nd and Greenwich Streets. (JBWS Property Group, LLC) Gary Mader, Utilities Director reported that acquisition of a utility easement located on the southwest corner of 2nd and Greenwich Streets 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 add underground cable and a pad-mounted transformer to provide electricity to the new business. No public testimony was heard. Public Hearing on Acquisition of Property Located at 1221 West 3rd Street. (Grand Island Library Foundation, Inc. Previously Owned by Richard L. and Joyce L. Killham) Doug Walker, City Attorney reported that acquisition of property located at 1221 West 3rd Street was required for the Library expansion project. No public testimony was heard. Public Hearing Concerning Amendment to the Grand Island Zoning Map for Property South of Seedling Mile Road between Wainwright Street and West of Shady Bend Road from TA- Transitional Agriculture to LLR-Large Lot Residential and Property being Platted as Northview Subdivision, West of North Road and South of Highway 2. Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Director reported that the change would correct an error in the southeast portion of Grand Island zoning map to LLR-Large Lot Residential. The zoning change to the property being platted as Northview Subdivision would shift the zoning boundaries so that they were consistent with the lot lines. No public testimony was heard. Public Hearing on Amendments to Chapter 36 of the Grand Island City Code Relative to zoning within the 2 Mile Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction. Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Director reported that the changes proposed were intended to correct omissions and typographical errors in the new zoning regulations adopted in July 2004. No public testimony was heard. Page 3, City Council Regular Meeting, May 24, 2005 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: #8975 - Consideration of Amendment to the Grand Island Zoning Map for Property South of Seedling Mile Road between Wainwright Street and West of Shady Bend Road from TA-Transitional Agriculture to LLR-Large Lot Residential and Property being Platted as Northview Subdivision, West of North Road and South of Highway 2 #8976 – Consideration of Amendments to Chapter 36 of the Grand Island City Code Relative to Zoning within the 2 Mile Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction #8977 – Consideration of Amendments to Chapter 19 of the Grand Island City Code Relative to Library Board Authority #8978 – Consideration of Amendments to Chapter 31 of the Grand Island City Code Relative to Signs 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. Doug Walker, City Attorney explained Ordinance #8977 changes and Craig Lewis, Building Department Director explained the changes to Ordinance #8978. Motion by Pielstick, second by Hornady to approve Ordinances #8975, #8976, #8977, and #8978. City Clerk: Ordinances #8975, #8976, #8977, and #8978 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. Councilmember Walker voted no on Ordinance #8977. Motion adopted. City Clerk: Ordinances #8975, #8976, #8977, and #8978 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. Councilmember Walker voted no on Ordinance #8977. Motion adopted. Mayor Vavricek: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon final passage, Ordinances #8975, #8976, #8977, and #8978 are declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by law. CONSENT AGENDA: Consent Agenda items G-4 and G-5 were pulled for further discussion. Motion by Hornady, second by Walker to approve the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. Approving Minutes of May 10, 2005 City Council Regular Meeting. Page 4, City Council Regular Meeting, May 24, 2005 Approving Minutes of May 17, 2005 City Council Study Session. Approving Re-Appointments of Bobby Ranard and Lisa Crumrine to the Community Development Advisory Board. #2005-151 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located on the North Side of the Platte River, Northeast of Highway 281. (William and Carolyn Kuehner) #2005-152 – Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement Located on the Southwest Corner of 2nd and Greenwich Streets. (JBWS Property Group, LLC) #2005-153 – Approving Bid Award for the UV Disinfection System for the Wastewater Treatment Plant; Project 2004-WWTP-1 with Starostka Group Co. of Grand Island in an amount of $1,879,400.00. #2005-154 – Approving Acquisition of Property Located at 1221 West 3rd Street. (Grand Island Library Foundation, Inc. Previously Owned by Richard L. and Joyce L. Killham). #2005-155 – Approving Cooperative Project Agreement with State of Nebraska, Game and Parks Commission for Development and Maintenance of a 50 Yard Pistol and 100 Yard Rifle Range at CAAP. #2005-156 – Approving Community Enhancement Program Agreement for Senior Center Landscape Grant with the University of Nebraska – Nebraska Forest Service. #2005-157 – Approving Bid Award for Steel Distribution Poles with WESCO Distribution, Inc. of Sioux City, Iowa in an Amount of $57,985.44. #2005-158 – Approving Bid Award for Replacement Pump for Stolley Park Well with Layne- Western of Kearney, Nebraska in an Amount of $24,575.57. #2005-159 – Approving Bid Requirement Waiver to Purchase Key Secure System with Knox Box for Installation on Eight Fire Emergency Vehicles in an Amount of $4,429.00. Approving Request of Orozco’s Corporation dba El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South Eddy Street for a Class “C” Liquor License. Discussion was had concerning the complaints received at this location, the fire sprinkler system needed, and the proper occupancy permits. Motion by Whitesides, second by Pielstick to deny the request for a Class “C” Liquor License. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. Approving Request of Rafael Orozco, 2105 North Nashville for Liquor Manager Designation for El Diamante Night Club, 1600 South Eddy Street. Page 5, City Council Regular Meeting, May 24, 2005 Motion by Whitesides, second by Pielstick to deny the request of Rafael Orozco for a Liquor Manager Designation. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. RESOLUTIONS: #2005-160 – Approving Authorization to Proceed with Emergency Repairs to Public Infrastructure Caused by the May 11th and May 12th Flooding. Steve Riehle, Public Works Director reported that they were requesting emergency procurement procedures to acquire services of a contractor to perform the necessary emergency repairs due to the flooding of May 11th & 12th at the following areas: · North Road between Northwest High school and NE Highway 2; need to replace culvert, backfill, and asphalt road · Coffer Dam wier structure on the Capital Avenue outfall ditch which was located on the north side of Capital Avenue; need to repair or replace · Wood River and Wood River Diversion low water crossings along the hike/bike trail; damage assessment would not be completed until the water receded Motion by Pielstick, second by Hornady to approve Resolution #2005-160. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS: Motion by Cornelius, second by Whitesides to approve the Claims for the period of May 11, 2005 through May 24, 2005, for a total amount of $2,304,379.94. Motion adopted unanimously. Councilmember Whitesides abstained from Claim #98548. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m. RaNae Edwards City Clerk Item G2 Approving Minutes of June 7, 2005 City Council Study Session The Minutes of June 7, 2005 City Council Study Session are submitted for approval. See attached MINUTES. Tuesday, June 14, 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 AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (CRA) JOINT STUDY SESSION June 7, 2005 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Joint Study Session of the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska and the Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) was conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 100 East First Street, on June 7, 2005. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on June 1, 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 due to the death of his father. The following Community Redevelopment Authority members were present: Barry Sandstrom, Chairman of CRA; Lee Elliott; Sue Pirnie; and Glen Murray. 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 Discussion Concerning Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) Organization. Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Director reported on the history of the Planning Department and that on February 15, 2005 the City Council approved Ordinance No. 8954 which changed the section in the City Code that relates to the management of the Community Redevelopment Authority. Mr. Nabity explained the functions of the Community Development Division, staffing, and how the Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) would fit into the Hall County Regional Panning Department. It was proposed that CRA would pay 10% or $15,000 towards the funding for these services. Mr. Nabity presented a proposal for the Regional Planning Department to assume the management duties and staffing of the Grand Island Community Redevelopment Authority. It was mentioned that the activities of the CRA dovetailed neatly into the current activities of the Regional Planning Department and its Community Development Division. Barry Sandstrom, Chairman of the CRA spoke in support of having the Regional Planning Department manage this board and spoke of the benefits that could be gained. Concerns were brought up as to who would lead this process and not lose the momentum that CRA has had. Discussed was the role of the CRA board as it would be moved back to the City. Mr. Nabity stated the CRA board would function as it had in the past. Staffing would be provided by the City as the Chamber had done in the past. Mr. Nabity would be in charge of the day-to-day operations and the contact person for CRA. Discussed was the salary split between the City and County. The County would approve the Planning Department ’s budget which would include CRA expenses, but would not need to approve Mr. Nabity taking over the management of CRA. Page 2, City Council Study Session, June 7, 2005 Councilmember Pielstick commented on the advantages and expertise of the City performing these functions and recommended that this item be brought forward to Council for a vote at the next council meeting. City Administrator, Gary Greer commented on the team work within the City and that the CRA could do things the City could not. The City would work hard to keep the momentum going. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. RaNae Edwards City Clerk Item G3 Approving Appointment to the Central District Health Department Board The Mayor has submitted the reappointment of Mitch Nickerson to the Central District Health Department. The appointment would become effective July 1, 2005, upon approval by council, and would expire June 30, 2008. Approval is recommended. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek City of Grand Island City Council Item G4 Approving Appointment to the Business Improvement District #5 Board The Mayor has submitted the appointment of Matthew Armstrong to the Business Improvement District #5 Board to fill out the term of Brent Lindner. The appointment would become effective immediately, upon approval by council, and would expire on December 31, 2005. Approval is recommended. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek City of Grand Island City Council Item G5 Approving Appointment to the Citizens' Review Committee The Mayor has submitted the appointment of Mark Stelk to the Citizens' Review Committee to fill out the unexpired term of Tom Ward. The appointment would become effective immediately, upon approval by council, and would expire September 13, 2013. Approval is recommended. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek City of Grand Island City Council Item G6 Approving Appointments to the City/County Efficiency Committee The Mayor has submitted the appointments of City Council President Margaret Hornady, Councilmember Mitch Nickerson, and Kurt Haecker to the City/County Efficiency Effectiveness Committee. The appointments would become effective immediately, upon approval by council and would be renewed at the reorganizational meeting in December of each year. Approval is recommended. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Mayor Vavricek City of Grand Island City Council Item G7 Approving Request of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. dba Wal-Mart Supercenter #3395, 3501 South Locust Street for Class "D" Liquor License This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-1. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards City of Grand Island City Council Item G8 Approving Request of Bradley Koza, 2539 Delmonte Avenue for Liquor Manager Designation for Wal-Mart Supercenter #3395, 3501 South Locust Street Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Request of Bradley Koza, 2539 Delmonte Avenue for Liquor Manager Designation for Wal-Mart Supercenter #3395, 3501 South Locust Street Item #’s: G-8 Presenter(s): RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Background Bradley Koza, 2539 Delmonte 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 #3395, 3501 South Locust Street. This application has been reviewed by the Police Department and City Clerk’s Office. Discussion City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission for issuance of all licenses. All departmental reports have been received. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the request. 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 Bradley Koza, 2539 Delmonte Avenue for Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “D” Liquor License for Wal-Mart Supercenter #3395, 3501 South Locust Street. Item G9 Approving Preliminary Plat for Woodland Park Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Woodland Park Subdivision – Revised Preliminary Plat Item #’s: G-9 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background This subdivision change the approved preliminary plat for Woodland Park Subdivision to turn 12 lots fronting onto New Jersey Avenue and Vermont Avenue at the southwest corner of the property from 100 foot frontage lots to 24 lots with 50 foot frontage. This would allow the developers to sell these lots of townhouse development. Discussion The changes proposed to the plat are permitted under the zoning and subdivision regulations. This will not create any irregular or illegal lots. This change to the preliminary plat does not alter the street, drainage or utility layout as it was proposed. 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 2nd by Hayes to approve and recommend that the City of Grand Island approve the revised preliminary plat as presented. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Haskins, O’Neill, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Eriksen, Reynolds) voting in favor. Sample Motion Approve the revised preliminary plat for Woodland Park Subdivision as presented. Item G10 #2005-161 - Approving Amendment to Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) Redevelopment Plan and Authorizing Tax Increment Financing for Pro Con, LLC Proposed Handicapped Accessible Apartments Located along Capital Avenue and Geddes Street This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-2. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Doug Walker City of Grand Island City Council Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-161 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CITY AND AGREEING TO THE PLEDGE OF TAXES IN A REDEVELOPMENT AREA FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND (PROCON HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE APARTMENTS PROJECT). WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, a municipal corporation and city of the first class, has determined it be desirable to undertake and carry out urban redevelopment projects in areas of the City which are determined to be substandard and blighted and in need of redevelopment; and WHEREAS, the Nebraska Community Development Law, Chapter 18, Article 21, Nebraska Reissue Revised Statutes of 1997, as amended (the "Act"), prescribes the requirements and procedures for the planning and implementation of redevelopment projects; and WHEREAS, the City has previously declared Redevelopment Area No. 5 of the City to be substandard and blighted and in need of redevelopment pursuant to the Act; and WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska (the "Authority"), has prepared a Redevelopment Plan pursuant to Section 18-2111 of the Act, and recommended the Redevelopment Plan to the Planning Commission of the City; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City reviewed the Redevelopment Plan pursuant to the Act and submitted its recommendations, if any, to the City, pursuant to Section 18-2114 of the Act; and WHEREAS, following consideration of the recommendations of the Authority to the Planning Commission, the recommendations of the Planning Commission to the City, if any, and following the public hearing with respect to the Redevelopment Plan, the City approved the Plan; and WHEREAS, there has been presented to the City by the Authority for approval a specific Redevelopment Project within the Redevelopment Plan and as authorized in the Redevelopment Plan, such project to be the development of five four-plex handicapped accessible apartments with garages along with infrastructure improvements to include street and sewer, on the east and west sides of Geddes Street, along Capital Avenue in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; and WHEREAS, the City published notices of a public hearing and mailed notices as required pursuant to Section 18-2115 of the Act and has, on the date of the Resolution held a public hearing on the proposal to amend the Redevelopment Plan to include the Redevelopment Project described above. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska: - 2 - 1. The Redevelopment Plan of the City approved for the area described as Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, Block 1, Goodrich Subdivision and Lots 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, Sunny Side Subdivision, all in the city of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, including the Redevelopment Project described above, is hereby determined to be feasible and in conformity with the general plan for the development of the City of Grand Island as a whole and the Redevelopment Plan, including the Redevelopment Project identified above, is in conformity with the legislative declarations and determinations set forth in the Act; and it is hereby found and determined, based on the analysis conducted by the Authority, that (a) the redevelopment project in the plan would not be economically feasible without the use of tax-increment financing, (b) the redevelopment project would not occur in the community redevelopment area without the use of tax-increment financing, and (c) the costs and benefits of the redevelopment project, including costs and benefits to other affected political subdivisions, the economy of the community, and the demand for public and private services have been analyzed by the City and have been found to be in the long-term best interest of the community impacted by the redevelopment project. The City acknowledges receipt of notice of intent to enter into the Redevelopment Contract in accordance with Section 18-2119 of the Act and of the recommendations of the Authority and the Planning Commission with respect to the Redevelopment Contract. 2. Approval of the Redevelopment Plan is hereby ratified and reaffirmed, as amended by this Resolution, and the Authority is hereby directed to implement the Redevelopment Plan in accordance with the Act. 3. Pursuant to Section 18-2147 of the Act, ad valorem taxes levied upon real property in the Redevelopment Project included or authorized in the Plan which is described in the attached Exhibit B shall be divided, for a period not to exceed 15 years after the effective date of this provision, which effective date shall be January 1, 2006 as follows: a. That proportion of the ad valorem tax which is produced by levy at the rate fixed each year by or for each public body upon the Redevelopment Project Valuation (as defined in the Act) shall be paid into the funds of each such public body in the same proportion as all other taxes collected by or for the bodies; and b. That proportion of the ad valorem tax on real property in the Redevelopment Project in excess of such amount, if any, shall be allocated to, is pledged to, and, when collected, paid into a special fund of the Authority to pay the principal of, the interest on, and any premiums due in connection with the bonds, loans, notes or advances of money to, or indebtedness incurred by, whether funded, refunded, assumed, or otherwise, such Authority for financing or refinancing, in whole or in part, such Redevelopment Project. When such bonds, loans, notes, advances of money, or indebtedness, including interest and premium due have been paid, the Authority shall so notify the County Assessor and County Treasurer and all ad valorem taxes upon real property in such Redevelopment Project shall be paid into the funds of the respective public bodies. - 3 - c. The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute and file with the Treasurer and Assessor of Hall County, Nebraska, an Allocation Agreement and Notice of Pledge of Taxes with respect to each Redevelopment Project. 4. The City hereby finds and determines that the proposed land uses and building requirements in the Redevelopment Area are designed with the general purposes of accomplishing, in accordance with the general plan for development of the City, a coordinated, adjusted and harmonious development of the City and its environs which will, in accordance with present and future needs, promote health, safety, morals, order, convenience, prosperity; and the general welfare, as well as efficiency and economy in the process of development; including, among other things, adequate provision for traffic, vehicular parking, the promotion of safety from fire, panic, and other dangers, adequate provision for light and air, the promotion of a healthful and convenient distribution of population, the provision of adequate transportation, water, sewerage, and other public utilities, schools, parks, recreation and community facilities, and other public requirements, the promotion of sound design and arrangement, the wise and efficient expenditure of public funds, and the prevention of the recurrence of unsanitary or unsafe dwelling accommodations, or conditions of blight. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G11 #2005-162 - Approving Acquisition of Property Located at 1212 West 2nd Street (Robert C. Ramold) This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-3. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Doug Walker City of Grand Island City Council Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-162 WHEREAS, the City is interested in acquiring property from Robert C. Ramold, doing business as Domino's Pizza; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 14, 2005 for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of the long term lease interest of Robert C. Ramold doing business as Domino's Pizza, being more particularly described as follows: A long term lease dated May 28, 2003, for 1204 square feet also known as Unit "A" in the building located at 1212 West 2nd Street, Grand Island, Nebraska, with a legal description of Lot 7, Block 2, Spaulding and Gregg's Addition to the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. WHEREAS, the Nebraska statutes authorize cities to appropriate private property for use of the City for public facilities; and WHEREAS, it may be necessary to resolve this matter through the commencement of eminent domain proceedings. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island is hereby authorized to acquire the above-described lease interest of Robert C. Ramold doing business as Domino's Pizza. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that if the acquisition of the above-described property cannot be successfully negotiated, that the City Attorney is hereby authorized and directed to commence condemnation proceedings on behalf of the City of Grand Island to acquire the following property: The long term lease interest of Robert C. Ramold, doing business as Domino's Pizza as established by a long term lease dated May 28, 2003, of 1204 square feet also known as Unit "A" in the building located at 1212 West 2nd Street, Grand Island, Nebraska, with a legal description of Lot 7, Block 2, Spaulding and Gregg's Addition to the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G12 #2005-163 - Approving Acquisition of Property Located at 244 and 304 Stuhr Road (Melvin W. & Jo Ann Meyer and M. J. Lake, LLC) This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-4. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Doug Walker City of Grand Island City Council Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-163 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is interested in acquiring property for the construction of a fire training facility; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 14, 2005, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of the following described tract of land, with a street address of 244 Stuhr Road, from Melvin W. Meyer and Jo Ann Meyer, husband and wife: A tract of land comprising a part of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section Fifteen (15), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Nine (9) West of the 6th P.M., in Hall County, Nebraska, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the northeast corner of said Section 15; thence southerly along the east line of said Section 15, a distance of 163.00 feet; thence deflecting right 90º00' 27 feet to the actual place of beginning; thence southerly parallel to the east line of said Section 15 a distance of 1734.52 feet (measured), 1735.16 feet (record); thence deflecting right 90º21'34" and running westerly a distance of 647.75 feet (measured), 648.04 feet (record); thence deflecting left 90º30'23" and running southerly a distance of 675.02 feet (measured), 675.02 feet (record); thence deflecting right 90º32' and running westerly 66.00 feet north of and parallel with the south line of said NE1/4 line a distance of 645.50 feet (measured), 646.00 feet (record), to a point on the west line of the East 1/2 of the NE 1/4, said point also being in the east line of a parcel of land conveyed by Union Pacific Land Resources Corporation to Cyprus Mines Corporation by Special Warranty Deed dated March 31, 1989; thence deflecting right 89º17'08" and running northerly along the west line of the East 1/2 of the NE1/4, and along said east line a distance of 1933.70 feet (measured and record) to a point on the southeasterly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 30; thence deflecting right 64º28'38" and running northeasterly along said highway right-of-way line a distance of 1143.40 feet (measured), 1143.50 feet (record); thence deflecting right 15º45'52" and running northeasterly along said highway right-of-way line a distance of 204.78 feet (measured), 205.00 feet (record) to a point of curvature; thence southeasterly along said highway right- of-way line and on the arc of a curve whose radius is 67.00 feet (the long chord of which deflects right 55º16'00" from the preceding course) a long chord distance of 94.75 feet (measured); thence deflecting left 45º10'12" from the long chord of the last described curve and running easterly along said highway right-of-way line a distance of 6.00 feet (measured and record) to the actual place of beginning, EXCEPT a tract of land more particularly described in Warranty Deed recorded as Document No. 95-103545; EXCEPT a tract of land more particularly described in Warranty Deed recorded as Document No. 200107173 and Deed of Correction recorded as Document No. 200110673. WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 14, 2005, for the purpose of discussing the proposed acquisition of the following described tract of land, with a street address of 304 Stuhr Road, from M.J. Lake, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company: A tract of land comprising a part of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section Fifteen (15), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Nine (9) West of the 6th P.M., in Hall County, Nebraska, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the northeast corner of said Section Fifteen (15); thence southerly along and upon the east line of said Section Fifteen (15), a distance of One Hundred Sixty Three (163.0) feet; thence deflecting right 90º00' and running westerly, a distance of Twenty Seven (27.0) feet; thence southerly, parallel with the east line of said Section Fifteen (15), a distance of One Thousand Seventy (1,070.0) feet being the Actual Point of Beginning; thence continuing southerly along the last described course a distance of Six Hundred Sixty Five (665.0) feet; thence deflecting right 90º21'34" and running westerly, a distance of Six Hundred Forty Seven and Seventy Five Hundredths (647.75) feet; thence deflecting left 90º30'23" and running southerly, a distance of Six Hundred Seventy Five and Nine Hundredths (675.09) feet to a point Sixty Six (66.0) feet north of the south line of said Northeast Quarter (NE1/4); thence westerly parallel with the south line of said Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) a distance of Six Hundred Forty Five and Fifty Four Hundredths (645.54) feet to a point on the west line of the East Half of the Northeast Quarter (E1/2, NE1/4); thence northerly along and upon the west line of said East Half of the Northeast Quarter (E1/2, NE1/4) a distance of Nine Hundred Fifty (950.0) feet; thence easterly, a distance of Eight Hundred (800.0) feet; thence running northeasterly a distance of Six Hundred Twenty Five (625.0) feet to the actual point of beginning. 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 the above described tracts of land for the construction of a fire training facility. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G13 #2005-164 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for John Voitle's Second Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: John Voitle’s Second Subdivision - Final Plat Item #’s: G-13 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background This subdivision proposes to create 3 lots on a parcel of ground located south of 9th Street and east of Beal Street in northeast Grand Island. Discussion The property 2 lots and a vacated street right-of-way had been purchased by the CRA and subsequently resold to the Starostka Group. The sale was made with the understanding that the Starostkas would remove the existing house at the east end of the property. They are requesting that this be resubdivided into 3 lots. Each lot would have more than the required 50’ frontage and 6000 square feet of area. The house on the east end of the property has been removed. The subdividers have applied for the vacation of the easement on the west end of the property. Staff has recommended approval of the vacation and an ordinance to that effect is before Council at this meeting. 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 2nd by Eriksen to approve and recommend that the City of Grand Island approve this plat contingent on the successful vacation of the utility easement and removal of the existing house. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Haskins, O’Neill, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Eriksen, Reynolds) voting in favor. Sample Motion Approve the Final Plat for John Voitle’s Second Subdivision as presented. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-164 WHEREAS, Starostka Group Unlimited, a Nebraska corporation, as owner, has caused to be laid out into lots, a tract of land comprising all of Lots Three (3) and Four (4), Block Two (2), John Voitle's Addition to the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, under the name of JOHN VOITLE'S 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 JOHN VOITLE'S 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. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G14 #2005-165 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Northview First Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Northview First Subdivision - Final Plat Item #’s: G-14 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background This subdivision proposes to create 33 lots on a parcel of land located in the E ½ NE ¼ Section 12, Township 11, Range 10. Discussion This R1-Suburban Density Residential. This first phase of the development will include 33 residential lots and the development of 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 (Lots 2-6 of Block 2) 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 eit her 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 dedic ated 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 Hayes 2nd by Ruge to approve and recommend that the Grand Island City Council approve the Northview First Subdivision as presented. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Haskins, O’Neill, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Eriksen, Reynolds) voting in favor. Sample Motion Approve the Preliminary Plat for Northview Subdivision as presented. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-165 WHEREAS, Melvin E. Zichek and Dorothy V. Zichek, husband and wife, and the City of Grand Island, a municipal corporation, as owners, have caused to be laid out into lots, a tract of land comprising a part of the East Half of the Northeast Quarter (E1/2, NE1/4) 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 NORTHVIEW FIRST SUBDIVISION, and have caused a plat thereof to be acknowledged by them; 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 NORTHVIEW FIRST SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G15 #2005-166 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Schimmer's Second Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Schimmer’s Second Subdivision - Final Plat Item #’s: G-15 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background This subdivision proposes to move lot lines on two existing lots from a north/south configuration to an east/west on property located at 18th and Eddy Streets in Grand Island. Discussion Typically this type of subdivision would have been handled through an administrative process. This could not be done in this case as there is a garage on the properties that does not meet the minimum setback requirements as it is a shared garage crossing the property line. Shared garages are not uncommon in developments of this age. Council has typically waived the minimum setback requirements for the existing structure and approved these subdivisions. The owners will be required to build a firewall on the property line separating the two sides of the garage. These properties will be required to provide separate services for sewer and water. A 20’ easement has been retained along the east edge of the property for those service lines. The garage does extend into that easement and will be allowed to continue until such time as it is removed or damaged 50% or more. 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 2nd by Hayes to approve and recommend that the City of Grand Island approve the subdivision as presented. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Haskins, O’Neill, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Eriksen, Reynolds) voting in favor. Sample Motion Approve the Final Plat for Schimmer’s Second Subdivision as presented. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-166 WHEREAS, Jerome W. Niedfelt and Doralene F. Niedfelt, Co-Trustees of the Doralene F. Niedfelt Revocable Trust, and Michael G. Brandenburg and Stephanie S. Brandenburg, husband and wife, as owners, have caused to be laid out into lots, a tract of land comprising all of Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Block Twenty Two (22), Schimmer's Addition to the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, under the name of SCHIMMER'S SECOND SUBDIVISION, and have caused a plat thereof to be acknowledged by them; 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 owners 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 SCHIMMER'S 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. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G16 #2005-167 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for V & C Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: V & C Subdivision - Final Plat Item #’s: G-16 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background This subdivision proposes split an existing farmstead from an 80 acre parcel located at the intersection of Stuhr Road and Swift Road in Grand Island. Discussion This item was presented to the planning commission several years ago but the plat was never filed. This is a legal split and staff is recommending approval. Water is available to the structure but sewer is not yet available. The Parks department is requesting a 20’ easement along the south side of the property for a trail. 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 Following further discussion a motion was made by Haskins 2nd by Miller to approve and recommend that the City of Grand Island approve the subdivision as presented. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Haskins, O’Neill, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Eriksen, Reynolds) voting in favor. Sample Motion Approve the Final Plat for V & C Subdivision as presented. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-167 WHEREAS, Melvin E. Zichek and Dorothy V. Zichek, husband and wife, as owners, have caused to be laid out into a lot, a tract of land comprising a part of the West Half of the Northwest Quarter (W1/2, NW1/4) of Section Fourteen (14), 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 V & C SUBDIVISION, and have caused a plat thereof to be acknowledged by them; 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 owners 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 V & C SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G17 #2005-168 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Woodland Park Third Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Woodland Park Third Subdivision - Final Plat Item #’s: G-17 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background This subdivision proposes to create 16 lots on a parcel of land located in the W ½ SE ¼ Section 2, Township 11, Range 10. Discussion This is the third phase of the Woodland Park Subdivision. This phase is consistent with the zoning on the property and the revised preliminary plat as presented at this meeting. 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 2nd by Hayes to approve and recommend that the City of Grand Island approve the final plat of Woodland Park Third Subdivision contingent on the approval of the revised preliminary plat. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Haskins, O’Neill, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Eriksen, Reynolds) voting in favor. Sample Motion Approve the Final Plat for Woodland Park Third Subdivision as presented. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-168 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 THIRD 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 THIRD SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G18 #2005-169 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Woodland Park Fourth Subdivision Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Woodland Park Fourth Subdivision - Final Plat Item #’s: G-18 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background This subdivision proposes to create 30 lots on a parcel of land located in the W ½ SE ¼ Section 2, Township 11, Range 10. Discussion This is the fourth 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 Ruge 2nd by Haskins to approve and recommend that the City of Grand Island approve the final plat of Woodland Park Fourth Subdivision. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present (Haskins, O’Neill, Niemann, Miller, Ruge, Hayes, Eriksen, Reynolds) voting in favor. Sample Motion Approve the Final Plat for Woodland Park Fourth Subdivision as presented. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-169 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 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 WOODLAND PARK FOURTH SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the approval and acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G19 #2005-170 - Nebraska Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Intent to Enter and Proclamation Tuesday, June 14, 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 Meeting: June 14, 2005 Subject: Nebraska Community Improvement Program Intent to Enter & Resolution Item #’s: G-19 Presenter(s): Joni Kuzma, Community Development Specialist Background The Nebraska Department of Economic Development, through the Nebraska Community Improvement Program, recognizes and awards Nebraska communities for outstanding activities and projects they have done to enhance leadership, community and economic development. Grand Island has entered the past three years and would like to enter notable projects again this year. In 2004, the Downtown Alleyway and the South Locust Renewal Projects were no minated and each won a Public Works, Facilities, Services and Planning Award. Kids Kingdom won an award in 2003. Discussion The Nebraska Department of Economic Development is inviting nominations for 2005 activities and projects that enhance leadership, community and economic development in Nebraska communities. Grand Island has numerous projects that will be complete by August 31, 2005 or are on-going and notable events. The City of Grand Island may nominate up to five (5) projects in the Blueprint for Success Award category or up to three (3) projects for individual Special Project Awards. Each nomination includes narrative, photos, newspaper clippings and other documentation that highlights each project. In addition, if the City enters in the Blueprint for Success Award category, judges will make a 45-minute site visit to Grand Island to review each of the five projects/activities. The NCIP Intent to Enter will be accepted by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development until June 17, 2005. This Intent to Enter encompasses years 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 to consolidate annual duplication of paperwork. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the 2005 NCIP Intent to Enter. 2. Disapprove or /Deny the 2005 NCIP Intent to Enter 3. Modify the 2005 NCIP Intent to Enter to meet the wishes of the Council 4. Table the issue Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve the 2005 NCIP Intent to Enter. Sample Motion Approve the 2005 Nebraska Community Improvement Program Intent to Enter nomination for the City of Grand Island. The Office of the Mayor City Of Grand Island State of Nebraska PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, local municipal and county government must provide leadership for improving community and economic development efforts; and WHEREAS, community and economic development needs can best be determined and solved through a cooperative effort between elected officials and the citizens they represent; and WHEREAS, since 1963 the Nebraska Community Improvement Program has helped communities build on their strong heritage and form a vision for their future through community recognition awards, grants and improvement programs; and WHEREAS, the Nebraska Community Improvement Program, administered by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, has been reviewed and found to be a means to improve our community; and WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is interested in participating in the Nebraska Community Improvement Program and herewith pledges full support, endorsement and cooperation in carrying out the requirements of the NCIP; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jay Vavricek, Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska, on behalf of the entire city council, do hereby proclaim the City Of Grand Island to be an official entrant for the years of 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008. Signed this 14 th day of June , 2005: ________________________________________ Mayor of Grand Island, Nebraska Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-170 WHEREAS, local municipal and county government must provide leadership for improving community and economic development efforts; and WHEREAS, community and economic development needs can best be determined and solved through a cooperative effort between elected officials and the citizens they represent; and WHEREAS, since 1963, the Nebraska Community Improvement Program has helped communities build on their strong heritage and form a vision for their future through community recognition awards, grants, and improvement programs; and WHEREAS, the Nebraska Community Improvement Program, administered by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, has been reviewed and found to be a means to improve our community; and WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is interested in participating in the Nebraska Community Improvement Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor and City Council hereby pledge their full support, endorsement and cooperation in carrying out the requirements of the Nebraska Community Improvement Program for the years 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G20 #2005-171 - Approving Economic Development CDBG Grant This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-5. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Joni Kuzma City of Grand Island City Council Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-171 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, is an eligible unit of a general local government authorized to file an application through the Nebraska Department of Economic Development for a Community Development Block Grant; and WHEREAS, a grant application has been prepared to request funding in the amount of $254,000 of which $250,000 will be loaned to the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation for funding a speculative building targeted to metal working or warehouse type companies; and WHEREAS, the remaining $4,000 will be retained by the City of Grand Island for audit and administrative expenses associated with the grant; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 14, 2005, for the purpose of discussing the proposed grant application. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that: 1. The City of Grand Island, Nebraska is hereby authorized to apply for financial assistance from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development in the amount of $254,000 of which $250,000 will be loaned to the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation for funding a speculative building targeted to metal working or warehouse type companies. 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such grant application and other documentation on behalf of the City of Grand Island for such grant process. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G21 #2005-172 - Approving Amendment to Extend CDBG Rehab Grant This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing Item E-6. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Joni Kuzma City of Grand Island City Council Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-172 WHEREAS, in August of 2003, the City of Grand Island was awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) in the amount of $270,400 from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development for the rehabilitation of owner-occupied homes; and WHEREAS, the rehabilitation projects funded by the grant are to be completed by August 15, 2005; and WHEREAS, eight houses are currently under contract and two applications are pending approval; and WHEREAS, it is recommended that the project completion date be extended until February 15, 2006; and WHEREAS, a request to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development must be made to seek such extension of the completion date. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that a request be made to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development to extend the date to February 15, 2006 in which CDBG grant funded rehabilitation projects must be complete. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G22 #2005-173 - Approving Designating the North Side of State Street between Custer Avenue and Lafayette Street as No Parking Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Approving Designating the North Side of State Street between Custer Avenue and Lafayette Street as No Parking Item #’s: G-22 Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director Background Council action is required to designate No Parking on any public streets. Discussion A request was submitted by the Grand Island Public Schools for no parking signs to be installed along the north side of State Street between Custer and Lafayette Streets. Additional parking for tennis spectators has been installed on the east side of the tennis courts. There is no reason spectators need to park on State Street. Vehicles that are parked on State Street cause safety concerns with pedestrian traffic crossing the street. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve designating the section along the north side of State Street between Custer and Lafayette Streets as No Parking. 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 designating the section along the north side of State Street between Custer and Lafayette Streets as No Parking. Sample Motion Move to approve designating the section along the north side of State Street between Custer and Lafayette Streets as No Parking. Senior High SchoolAthletic FieldCuster AvenueLafayette AvenueNO PARKING ZONE NORTH SIDE OF STATE STREETState StreetTennis CourtsAdditional Parking Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-173 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 a request has been made on behalf of the Grand Island Public Schools for No Parking signs to be installed along the north side of State Street between Custer and Lafayette Streets; and WHEREAS, such parking restriction would provide additional pedestrian safety near the tennis courts; and WHEREAS, additional parking has been installed on the east side of the tennis courts to accommodate the elimination of parking on the north side of State Street in this area; and WHEREAS, it is recommended that such restricted parking request be approved. 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 State Street, from Custer Street to Lafayette Street. 2. The City's Street and Transportation Division shall erect and maintain the signs and street markings necessary to effect the above regulations. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G23 #2005-174 - Approving Amendment C to the Agreement with CH2MHill for the UV Disinfection Project at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Approving Amendment “C” to the Agreement with CH2MHill for the UV Disinfection Project at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Item #’s: G-23 Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, P.E., Director of Public Works Background On September 30, 2003, the Nebraska Department of Environmental Equality (NDEQ) issued a new National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit to the City of Grand Island’s Wastewater Treatment Facility. The permit contained a compliance schedule for meeting disinfection requirements: · October 1, 2004, complete and submit specifications to NDEQ for approval. · October 1, 2005, initiate construction. · October 1, 2006, disinfection system operational. On March 22, 2005 the city council approved a resolution to enter into an agreement with Trojan Technologies to supply ultraviolet disinfection equipment. On April 28, 2005 bids were received and opened for the UV Disinfection Project; Starostka Group Unlimited of Grand Island, NE was awarded the bid at the May 24, 2005 city council meeting. Amendment C of the Electrical Systems Improvements will provide for process computer control system programming as well as professional engineering services during construction of the UV Disinfection Project through CH2MHill of Denver, Co as outlined in attachment A, to Standard Agreement for Professional Services, titled Scope of Work- Service during Construction. Discussion An agreement for $326,500.00 has been negotiated with CH2MHill of Denver, CO. This agreement establishes the terms and conditions that will be executed between CH2MHill, the consulting engineer, and the owner (City of Grand Island) regarding the services during construction and associated services. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an amendment to the agreement with CH2MHIll for the UV Disinfection Project. 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 a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an amendment to the agreement with CH2MHIll for the UV Disinfection Project. Sample Motion Move to approve the amendment to the agreement with CH2MHill. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-174 WHEREAS, on October 11, 1999, by Resolution 99-308, the City of Grand Island approved the proposal of CH2M Hill of Englewood, Colorado for furnishing engineering consulting services for the electrical system improvement at the Grand Island Wastewater Treatment Plant; and WHEREAS, Phase I of the electrical system improvements was completed in May 2002; and WHEREAS, Amendment A to Phase II was approved by the City Council on July 11, 2000 by Resolution 2000-200; and WHEREAS, Amendment B to Phase II was approved by the City Council on October 14, 2003 by Resolution 2003-298; and WHEREAS, the proposed Amendment C to Phase II involving Ultraviolet Disinfection System will provide for process computer control system programming as well as professional engineering services during construction of the UV Disinfection Project; and WHEREAS, Amendment C 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 contract with CH2M Hill of Englewood, Colorado for furnishing engineering consulting services for the electrical system improvements at the Wastewater Treatment Plant is hereby amended to allow CH2M Hill to complete Amendment C of the Phase II construction to provide for process computer control system programming as well as professional engineering services during construction of the UV Disinfection Project at a cost of $326,500. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute Amendment C to such contract on behalf of the City of Grand Island for CH2M Hill's work on Phase 2 of such project. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G24 #2005-175 - Approving Task # 1 under Agreement with CH2M Hill for On-Call Engineering Consulting Services, Design of Lift Station Near the Intersection of Capital and Diers Avenues Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Approving Task # 1 under Agreement with CH2M Hill for On-Call Engineering Consulting Services, Design of Lift Station Near the Intersection of Capital and Diers Avenues Item #’s: G-24 Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director Background An agreement for on-call engineering services with CH2MHill of Denver, Colorado was approved by the city council on March 22, 2005. The agreement allows the city to hire CH2MHill to perform engineering consulting work for the city by amending the original agreement. Discussion Lift station # 19 is in the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Capital and Diers Avenues. The lift station is in the wastewater division’s capital improvement plan for upgrading. Some advance work on the lift station upgrade needs to be performed before the widening of Capital Avenue. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. 1. Approve Task # 1 under the agreement with CH2MHill for the design of the lift station near the intersection of Capital and Diers Avenues. 2. Postpone the issue to a future date. 3. Refer the issue to a Committee. 4. Take no action on the issue. Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve Task # 1 under the agreement with CH2MHill for the design of the lift station near the intersection of Capital and Diers Avenues. Sample Motion Move to approve Task # 1 under the agreement with CH2M Hill. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 9, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-175 WHEREAS, on March 22, 2005, by Resolution 2005-83, the City Council of the City of Grand Island approved an agreement with CH2M Hill of Denver, Colorado to provide on-call engineering consulting services for the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department; and WHEREAS, in conjunction with the widening of Capital Avenue, from the Moore's Creek to Webb Road, it is recommended that Lift Station No. 19 and the force main be upgraded between Diers Avenue and Webb Road; and WHEREAS, such projects are in the Wastewater Division's capital improvement plan for upgrading; and WHEREAS, advance work on the lift station and force main upgrade needs to be made prior to the widening of Capital Avenue; and WHEREAS, it is recommended that CH2M Hill perform necessary engineering services for the design of the lift station and force main along Capital Avenue, between Diers Avenue and Webb Road. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Task #1 is hereby approved to allow CH2M Hill to design upgrades to Lift Station No. 19 and force main along Capital Avenue between Diers Avenue and Webb Road in accordance with the terms of the agreement. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G25 #2005-176 - Approving Bid Award for Modular Home Design/Build Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Paustian City of Grand Island City Council Council Agenda Memo From: Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director Meeting: June 14, 2005 Subject: Approving Bid Award for Modular Home Design/Build Item #’s: G-25 Presenter(s): Steve Paustian, Parks and Recreation Director Background The Heartland Public Shooting Park has been developing over the past several years. It has always been the intent of City staff to have an on site staff member residing at the facility. Discussion A request for proposals was sent to several modular home suppliers. Two firms responded. Lockhart homes of Grand Island provided a proposal in the amount of $141,210.00. Eagle Crest Homes, also of Grand Island provided a proposal totaling $176,305.00. Building Department officials assisted in the evaluations of the proposals. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Move to approve the agreement 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 contract agreement with Lockhart Homes in the amount of $141,210.00. Sample Motion Motion to approve the agreement with Lockhart Homes. Purchasing Division of Legal Department INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Dale M. Shotkoski, Assistant City Attorney Working Together for a Better Tomorrow, Today REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR MODULAR HOME DESIGN/BUILD RFP DUE DATE: June 2, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation PUBLICATION DATE: May 15, 2005 NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 5 SUMMARY OF PROPOSALS RECEIVED Eagle Crest Homes Lockhart Home Grand Island, NE Grand Island, NE cc: Steve Paustian, Parks & Recreation Director Gary Greer, City Administrator David Springer, Finance Director Dale Shotkoski, Purchasing Agent Laura Berthelsen, Legal Assistant P1000 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-176 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited proposals for Modular Home Design / Build at Heartland Public Shooting Park in accordance with a Request for Proposal on file with the Parks and Recreation Department; and WHEREAS, on June 2, 2005, proposals were received, reviewed and evaluated in accordance with established criteria; and WHEREAS, Lockhart Homes of Grand Island, Nebraska, submitted a proposal in accordance with the terms of the request for proposals and all statutory requirements contained therein and the City Procurement Code, such proposal being in the amount of $141,210. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the proposal of Lockhart Homes of Grand Island, Nebraska, for modular home design/build at Heartland Public Shooting Park in the amount of $141,210 is hereby approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute an agreement for such services on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G26 #2005-177 - Approving Agreement with Convention Visitors Bureau for Sub-Lease of Interstate 80 Signs Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Steve Paustian City of Grand Island City Council Council Agenda Memo From: Steve Paustian, Park and Recreation Director Meeting: June 14, 2005 Subject: Approving Agreement with Convention and Visitors Bureau for Sub-Lease of Interstate 80 Signs Item #’s: G-26 Presenter(s): Steve Paustian Background City Staff has worked to acquire access to advertising for Island Oasis along Interstate 80 for over 12 years. An opportunity has now been provided to allow for this advertising to take place. Discussion The Grand Island Convention and Visitors Bureau currently hold a lease with the State of Nebraska for two signs along I-80. The two signs are located at mile marker 309 and mile marker 321.7 respectively. The CVB is willing to sub-lease these signs to the City for $500.00 per year until the ir agreement expires with the state on Sept. 30, 2013. The CVB will notify the City of any lease cost increases and the City will have the option to break the lease if the costs become unacceptable 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 allow the Mayor to sign the agreement with the CVB to sub-lease the signs. Sample Motion Motion to approve the lease with the Convention and Visitors Bureau for the two signs located along Interstate80. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-177 WHEREAS, the Hal County/Grand Island Convent & Visitors Bureau (CVB) currently leases property along Interstate 80, including signs at mile markers 309 and 321.7; and WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is interested in sub-leasing the two signs from the CVB for promotional purposes; and WHEREAS, the lease cost for each sign is $250 per year; and WHEREAS, an agreement setting out the terms and conditions for such sub-lease arrangement 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 Agreement between the City and the Hall County/Grand Island Convention & Visitors Bureau is hereby approved, authorizing the City to sub-lease two signs from the Convention & Visitors Bureau on Interstate 80 at mile markers 309 and 321.7 for promotional purposes. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item G27 #2005-178 - Approving Amendment No. 5 to the Agreement with Olsson Associates for Street Improvement District 1246; South Locust from Stolley Park Road to Fonner Park Road Tuesday, June 14, 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: June 14, 2005 Subject: Approving Amendment No. 5 to the Agreement with Olsson Associates for Street Improvement District 1246; South Locust from Stolley Park Road to Fonner Park Road Item #’s: G-27 Presenter(s): Steven P. Riehle, Public Works Director Background Any amendments to the agreement must be approved by the City Council. An agreement with Olsson Associates was approved by the City Council on November 12, 2002. Discussion When the project was changed from an asphalt overlay to new concrete pavement, the vertical profile for the entire project was re-designed to improve drainage. The concrete paving work requires more construction staking, construction observa tion, materials testing, and record drawing work. Olsson Associates was asked to do the work under the existing agreement for engineering services. An amendment to the agreement is needed to reimburse Olsson Associates for their expenses. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Make a motio n to approve Amendment No. 5 to the agreement with Olsson Associates for Street Improvement District 1246; South Locust from Stolley Park Road to Fonner Park Road. 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 Amendment to the Agreement. Sample Motion Approve Amendment No. 5 to the Agreement with Olsson Associates for Street Improvement District 1246. Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 9, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-178 WHEREAS, on November 12, 2002, by Resolution 2002-350, the City Council of the City of Grand Island approved an agreement with Olsson Associates for professional engineering and landscape architecture services along a ½ mile stretch of South Locust Street from Stolley Park Road to Fonner Park Road; and WHEREAS, Olsson Associates was asked to redesign the profile elevations of the roadway to improve drainage when the project was changed from asphalt overlay to concrete pavement; and WHEREAS, Olsson Associates was required to do more construction staking, construction observation, materials testing, and record drawing work when the project was changed from an asphalt overlay to concrete pavement; and WHEREAS, due to such additional engineering services, Olsson Associates is requesting Amendment No. 5 in the amount of $22,850; and WHEREAS, approval of the 5th Amendment to Letter Agreement for Professional Engineering and Landscape Architecture Services allowing the payment of additional funds to Olsson Associates is recommended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Fifth Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Engineering and Landscape Architecture Services by and between the City and Olsson Associates is hereby approved to increase the maximum dollar amount of the agreement by $22,850 for additional engineering services identified above; and the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such amendment on behalf of the City of Grand Island. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item I1 #2005-179 - Approving Annexation Plan for Properties Located North of Capital Avenue and East of St. Paul Road and Various Properties Adjacent to the City of Grand Island and Scheduling Public Hearing Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: Chad Nabity City of Grand Island City Council Council Agenda Memo From: Hall County Regional Planning Department Meeting: June 14, 2005 Subject: Annexation of properties adjacent to City Limits Item #’s: I-1 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity, AICP Hall County Regional Planning Director Background A request has been received to consider annexation of property located north of Capital Avenue and east of St. Paul Road. The owners of 1024 Capital Avenue wish to connect to city sewer available in Capital Avenue. City administration is suggesting that additional annexation actions be taken by council for properties adjacent to 1024 Capital Avenue and for properties purchased by the waste water utility department near the waste water treatment plant as well as two areas of street right of way that were not officially annexed but because of statutory requirements are the responsibility of the City of Grand Island. Discussion Nebraska Revised Statute §16-117 provides for the process of annexation. In following the schedule set out when this matter was referred to the Regional Planning Commission for recommendation. The second action in this process for Council is to pass a resolution stating their intent to annex areas, approve an annexation plan and set a public hearing for comment on annexation before council. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the resolution of intent to annex, the attached annexation plan, and set a public hearing on annexation for June 28th, 2005. 2. Choose not to approve the resolution of intent to annex, the attached annexation plan, and set a public hearing on annexation for June 28th, 2005. 3. Modify the resolution of intent to annex, the attached annexation plan, and/or the a public hearing date. 4. Table the issue Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council Approve the resolution of intent to annex, the attached annexation plan, and set a public hearing on annexation for June 28th, 2005. Sample Motion Approve the resolution of intent to annex, the attached annexation plan, and set a public hearing on annexation for June 28th, 2005. ANNEXATION PLAN –June 2005 May 17, 2005 OVERVIEW Section 16-117 of The Nebraska State Statute allows municipalities of the first class to annex any contiguous or adjacent lands, lots, tracts, streets, or highways that are urban or suburban in character and in such direction as may be deemed proper. Regulations governing municipal annexation were implemented in order to develop an equitable system for adding to and increasing city boundaries as urban growth occurs. Areas of the community that are urban in nature, and are contiguous to existing boundaries, are appropriate for consideration of annexation. Annexation of urban areas adjacent to existing city boundaries can be driven by many factors. The following are reasons annexation should be considered: 1. Governing urban areas with the statutorily created urban form of government, municipalities have historically been charged with meeting the needs of the expanded community. 2. Provide municipal services. Municipalities are created to provide the governmental services essential for sound urban development and for the protection of health, safety and well being of residents in areas that are used primarily for residential, industrial, and commercial purposes. 3. Ensure orderly growth pursuant to land use, building, street, sidewalk, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water, and electrical services. 4. Provide more equitable taxation to existing property owners for the urban services and facilities that non-city residents in proposed annexation areas use on a regular basis such as parks, streets, public infrastructure, emergency services, retail businesses and associated support. 5. Ensure ability to impose and consistently enforce planning processes and policies. 6. Address housing standards and code compliance to positively impact quality of life for residents. 7. Enable residents of urban areas adjacent to city to participate in municipal issues, including elections that either do or will have an impact on their properties. 8. Anticipate and allocate resources for infrastructure improvements. Specifically, changes in October, 1999 to Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality Regulation Title 124 concerning on site waste water treatment systems impacts new and replacement private septic systems. 9. Assist in population growth to enable community to reach Community Development Block Grant entitlement status – 50,000. Entitlement communities automatically receive Community Development block grant dollars; no competitive process required. 10. Increase number of street or lane miles while increasing gas tax dollars received from the Nebraska Department of Roads. 11. Provide long term visioning abilities as it relates to growth and provision of services. Other Factors Annexation of adjacent properties can also be considered upon the request of the owner(s) of the property. Jeremy and Tina Trotter of 1024 E Capital Avenue have requested that the City annex their property and allow them to connect to city sewer. A comprehensive inventory of services and facilities, relative to the types and level of services currently being provided as well as the types of level of services anticipated as a result of annexation, has been developed. The inventory includes general information concerning: · Existing infrastructure in affected area(s) · Summary of expenditures to extend existing infrastructure · Summary of operating expenditures associated with increased services · Emergency services The service plan incorporates detailed elements of the inventory. The inventory and resulting service plan should be the basis for discussions concerning each specific area identified for potential annexation. It should be noted that the capital improvements to existing infrastructure and extending services will take place over a period of time in order to ensure adequate time for planning, designing, funding and constructing such a sizable number of projects while protecting the financial integrity of the City’s enterprise funds. The service plan provides for extending the trunk water and sanitary sewer lines to the annexed area. Individual property owners will be responsible for the cost of extending services through neighborhoods and for connecting their properties to the public systems. Area 1 Capital Avenue Properties The property identified as the Area 1 is located in the northeast area of the community and is north of Capital Avenue between the east of St. Paul Road and west of the Ord Branch Line. The City of Grand Island provides electric services to the area. Sewer and water are both available to these properties INVENTORY OF SERVICES 1. Police Protection. The City of Grand Island Police Department will provide protection and law enforcement services in the annexation area. These services include: · Normal patrols and responses · Handling of complaints and incident reports · Investigation of crimes · Standard speed and traffic enforcement · Special units such as traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, narcotics, and gang suppression These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by over 89.75 employees. The Police Department is staffed at a rate of 1.72 officers per one thousand population. No additional officers will be necessary to maintain this ratio if all proposed area is annexed. 2. Fire Protection. The City of Grand Island Fire Department will provide emergency and fire prevention services in the annexation area. These services include: · Fire suppression and rescue · Hazardous materials incident response · Periodic inspections of commercial properties · Public safety education These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by 69 employees operating from four fire stations. The nearest fire station is Station #2 located on Broadwell Street, approximately 1.75 miles from the nearest part of the proposed annexation area. 3. Emergency Medical Services. The City of Grand Island is the current provider of local emergency medical services in the city and will provide this service in the annexed area. · Emergency medical and ambulance services · Emergency dispatch (provided by the City/County Emergency Management Department) The City of Grand Island Fire Department provides these services, on a city-wide basis. Fire personnel are emergency medical technicians and 27 are certified paramedics. 4. Wastewater (Sanitary Sewer). The City of Grand Island will provide sanitary sewer services in the area through existing sewer lines. No city costs would be anticipated. 5. Maintenance of Roads and Streets. The City of Grand Island, Public Works Department, will maintain public streets over which the City has jurisdiction. These services include: · Snow and ice removal · Emergency pavement repair · Preventative street maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing · Ditch and drainage maintenance · Sign and signal maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing Capital Avenue is already maintained by the City of Grand Island 6. Electric Utilities. This Annexation area is currently provided electrical services by the City of Grand Island. The services appear adequate to meet the needs of the area. These services include: · Electric ut ility services · Street lights 7. Water Utilities. The City of Grand Island, Utilities Department, currently maintains the water utilities services for the proposed annexation area. Water service to this area is available and 1006 and 1026 E. Capital Avenue are already connected to City water. 8. Maintenance of Parks, Playgrounds, and Swimming Pools No impact is anticipated as a result of annexation. Recreation facilities and area amenities, including parks and pools, that are privately owned and operated, or operated and maintained by another governmental entity, will be unaffected by the annexation. 9. Building Regulations. The City of Grand Island, Building Department, will oversee services associated with building regulations, including: · Commercial Building Plan Review · Residential Building Plan Review · Building Permit Inspections and Issuance · Investigation of complaints relative to Minimum Housing Standards · Regulation of Manufactured Home Parks · Investigation of Illegal Business Complaints · Investigation and Enforcement of Zoning Violations 10. Code Compliance. The City of Grand Island’s Legal Department and Code Compliance division will continue to provide the following services associated with enforcing compliance with the City Code: · Enforcement Proceedings for Liquor and Food Establishment Violations · Investigation and Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Junked Vehicles and Vehicle Parts, Garbage, Refuse and Litter · Investigation of Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Weed and Animal Violations Providing Enforcement Support to Other Departments for City Code and Regulatory Violations 11. Other City Services. All other City Departments with jurisdiction in the area will provide services according to city policies and procedures. Summary of Impacts Police Protection No Impact Fire Protection No Impact Emergency Medical Services No Impact Wastewater Available Roads and Streets No Impact Electric Service Already in GI Service Area Water Service Available Parks, Playgrounds and Swimming Pools No Impact Building Regulations Already Subject to GI Regulations Code Compliance Already Subject to GI Regulations Other No Impact School District Already Grand Island District Financial Impacts of Capital Avenue Properties Annexation Financial Impact Before Annex After Annex Property Valuation $290,558 $290,558 City sales tax now applicable Assume $100,000 house 2004 City property taxes 0 0.250001/$250. Community Redevelopment Authority 0 0.024287/$24.29 Rural fire services 0.089624/$89.62* 0.014679/$14.68* No change in school district Total property tax levy 1.818850/$1818.85 2.032798/$2032.80 *previously approved bond could remain with property until paid off Area 2 Shady Bend Road Properties The property identified as the area 2 is located in the southeast area of the community and is east of the waste water treatment plant and west of Shady Bend Road. This property is owned by the City of Grand Island. The City of Grand Island provides electric services to the area. INVENTORY OF SERVICES 1. Police Protection. The City of Grand Island Police Department will provide protection and law enforcement services in the annexation area. These services include: · Normal patrols and responses · Handling of complaints and incident reports · Investigation of crimes · Standard speed and traffic enforcement · Special units such as traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, narcotics, and gang suppression These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by over 89.75 employees. The Police Department is staffed at a rate of 1.72 officers per one thousand population. No additional officers will be necessary to maintain this ratio if all proposed area is annexed. 2. Fire Protection. The City of Grand Island Fire Department will provide emergency and fire prevention services in the annexation area. These services include: · Fire suppression and rescue · Hazardous materials incident response · Periodic inspections of commercial properties · Public safety education These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by 69 employees operating from four fire stations. The nearest fire station is Station #1 located at Pine and Koenig, approximately 3.5 miles from the nearest part of the proposed annexation area. 3. Emergency Medical Services. The City of Grand Island is the current provider of local emergency medical services in the city and will provide this service in the annexed area. · Emergency medical and ambulance services · Emergency dispatch (provided by the City/County Emergency Management Department) The City of Grand Island Fire Department provides these services, on a city-wide basis. Fire personnel are emergency medical technicians and 27 are certified paramedics. 4. Wastewater (Sanitary Sewer). The City of Grand Island will provide sanitary sewer services in the area. The services will be maintained and operated by the City of Grand Island Public Works Department, Wastewater Division, as governed by standard policies and procedures established by the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Wastewater services to new development and subdivisions will be provided according to standard policies and procedures of the City. These policies require the developer of a new subdivision to install sanitary sewer lines, unless waived in the subdivision agreement approved by the City Council. The neighborhood sanitary sewer would be special assessment District costs and assessed to benefiting properties. It is not anticipated that sewer will be needed at these properties. 5. Maintenance of Roads and Streets. The City of Grand Island, Public Works Department, will maintain public streets over which the City has jurisdiction. These services include: · Snow and ice removal · Emergency pavement repair · Preventative street maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing · Ditch and drainage maintenance · Sign and signal maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing Shady Bend Road adjacent to these properties will be brought into the city. 6. Electric Utilities. This Annexation area is currently provided electrical services by the City of Grand Island. The services appear adequate to meet the needs of the area. These services include: · Electric utility services · Street lights 7. Water Utilities. The City of Grand Island, Utilities Department, currently maintains the water utilities services for the proposed annexation area. Water services to new development and subdivisions will be provided according to standard policies and procedures of the City. These policies require the developer of a new subdivision to install water lines, unless waived in the subdivision agreement approved by the City Council or through the use of the Assessment District process for developed areas. Water service to this area would be extended as part of a district at time such district is requested. 8. Maintenance of Parks, Playgrounds, and Swimming Pools No impact is anticipated as a result of annexation. Recreation facilities and area amenities, including parks and pools, that are privately owned and operated, or operated and maintained by another governmental entity, will be unaffected by the annexation. 9. Building Regulations. The City of Grand Island, Building Department, will oversee services associated with building regulations, including: · Commercial Building Plan Review · Residential Building Plan Review · Building Permit Inspections and Issuance · Investigation of complaints relative to Minimum Housing Standards · Regulation of Manufactured Home Parks · Investigation of Illegal Business Complaints · Investigation and Enforcement of Zoning Violations 10. Code Compliance. The City of Grand Island’s Legal Department and Code Compliance division will continue to provide the following services associated with enforcing compliance with the City Code: · Enforcement Proceedings for Liquor and Food Establishment Violations · Investigation and Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Junked Vehicles and Vehicle Parts, Garbage, Refuse and Litter · Investigation of Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Weed and Animal Violations Providing Enforcement Support to Other Departments for City Code and Regulatory Violations 11. Other City Services. All other City Departments with jurisdiction in the area will provide services according to city policies and procedures. Summary of Impacts Police Protection No Impact Fire Protection No Impact Emergency Medical Services No Impact Wastewater Waste Water would need to be extended by district process. Roads and Streets No Impact Electric Service Already in GI Service Area Water Service Water would need to be extended by district process Parks, Playgrounds and Swimming Pools No Impact Building Regulations Already Subject to GI Regulations Code Compliance Already Subject to GI Regulations Other No Impact School District Already Grand Island District Financial Impacts of Area 2 Shady Bend Road Annexation Financial Impact Before Annex After Annex Property Valuation 0* 0** Sewer revenue 0 0 Water revenue 0 0 City sales tax now applicable Assume $100,000 house 2004 City property taxes 0 0.250001/$250. Community Redevelopment Authority 0 0.024287/$24.29 Rural fire services 0.089624/$89.62** 0.014679/$14.68** No change in school district Total property tax levy 1.818850/$1818.85 2.032798/$2032.80 *Values of properties not owned by the City. **previously approved bond could remain with property until paid off Area 3 Bismark Road Properties The property identified as the area 3 is located in the southeast area of the community and is south of the waste water treatment plant and west of Shady Bend Road. The majority of this property is owned by the City of Grand Island. Two houses owned by other individual are included in this annexation as their property would be surrounded by city limits upon annexation of the city owned property. The City of Grand Island provides electric services to the area. INVENTORY OF SERVICES 1. Police Protection. The City of Grand Island Police Department will provide protection and law enforcement services in the annexation area. These services include: · Normal patrols and responses · Handling of complaints and incident reports · Investigation of crimes · Standard speed and traffic enforcement · Special units such as traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, narcotics, and gang suppression These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by over 89.75 employees. The Police Department is staffed at a rate of 1.72 officers per one thousand population. No additional officers will be necessary to maintain this ratio if all proposed area is annexed. 2. Fire Protection. The City of Grand Island Fire Department will provide emergency and fire prevention services in the annexation area. These services include: · Fire suppression and rescue · Hazardous materials incident response · Periodic inspections of commercial properties · Public safety education These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by 69 employees operating from four fire stations. The nearest fire station is Station #1 located at Pine and Koenig, approximately 2.5 miles from the nearest part of the proposed annexation area. 3. Emergency Medical Services. The City of Grand Island is the current provider of local emergency medical services in the city and will provide this service in the annexed area. · Emergency medical and ambulance services · Emergency dispatch (provided by the City/County Emergency Management Department) The City of Grand Island Fire Department provides these services, on a city-wide basis. Fire personnel are emergency medical technicians and 27 are certified paramedics. 4. Wastewater (Sanitary Sewer). The City of Grand Island will provide sanitary sewer services in the area. The services will be maintained and operated by the City of Grand Island Public Works Department, Wastewater Division, as governed by standard policies and procedures established by the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Wastewater services to new development and subdivisions will be provided according to standard policies and procedures of the City. These policies require the developer of a new subdivision to install sanitary sewer lines, unless waived in the subdivision agreement approved by the City Council. The neighborhood sanitary sewer would be special assessment District costs and assessed to benefiting properties. 5. Maintenance of Roads and Streets. The City of Grand Island, Public Works Department, will maintain public streets over which the City has jurisdiction. These services inc lude: · Snow and ice removal · Emergency pavement repair · Preventative street maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing · Ditch and drainage maintenance · Sign and signal maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing No new public roads are included with this application. 6. Electric Utilities. This Annexation area is currently provided electrical services by the City of Grand Island. The services appear adequate to meet the needs of the area. These services include: · Electric utility services · Street lights 7. Water Utilities. The City of Grand Island, Utilities Department, currently maintains the water utilities services for the proposed annexation area. Water services to new development and subdivisions will be provided according to standard policies and procedures of the City. These policies require the developer of a new subdivision to install water lines, unless waived in the subdivision agreement approved by the City Council or through the use of the Assessment District process for developed areas. Water service to this area wo uld be extended as part of a district at time such district is requested. 8. Maintenance of Parks, Playgrounds, and Swimming Pools No impact is anticipated as a result of annexation. Recreation facilities and area amenities, including parks and pools, that are privately owned and operated, or operated and maintained by another governmental entity, will be unaffected by the annexation. 9. Building Regulations. The City of Grand Island, Building Department, will oversee services associated with building regulations, including: · Commercial Building Plan Review · Residential Building Plan Review · Building Permit Inspections and Issuance · Investigation of complaints relative to Minimum Housing Standards · Regulation of Manufactured Home Parks · Investigation of Illegal Business Complaints · Investigation and Enforcement of Zoning Violations 10. Code Compliance. The City of Grand Island’s Legal Department and Code Compliance division will continue to provide the following services associated with enforcing compliance with the City Code: · Enforcement Proceedings for Liquor and Food Establishment Violations · Investigation and Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Junked Vehicles and Vehicle Parts, Garbage, Refuse and Litter · Investigation of Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Weed and Animal Violations Providing Enforcement Support to Other Departments for City Code and Regulatory Violations 11. Other City Services. All other City Departments with jurisdiction in the area will provide services according to city policies and procedures. Summary of Impacts Police Protection No Impact Fire Protection No Impact Emergency Medical Services No Impact Wastewater Waste Water would need to be extended by district process. Roads and Streets No Impact Electric Service Already in GI Service Area Water Service Water would need to be extended by district process Parks, Playgrounds and Swimming Pools No Impact Building Regulations Already Subject to GI Regulations Code Compliance Already Subject to GI Regulations Other No Impact School District Already Grand Island District Financial Impacts of Area 3 Bismark Road Annexation Financial Impact Before Annex After Annex Property Valuation $136,835* $136,835** Sewer revenue 0 0 Water revenue 0 0 City sales tax now applicable Assume $100,000 house 2004 City property taxes 0 0.250001/$250. Community Redevelopment Authority 0 0.024287/$24.29 Rural fire services 0.089624/$89.62** 0.014679/$14.68** No change in school district Total property tax levy 1.818850/$1818.85 2.032798/$2032.80 *Values of properties not owned by the City. **previously approved bond could remain with property until paid off Area 4 Schimmer Road Right-of-Way The property identified as the area 4 is located in the southwest area of the community. This is a piece of road Right-of-Way south of and immediately adjacent to the Ponderosa Subdivisions. Subdivisions platted as additions to the city rarely include the full right-of- way on section line roads as it is shared between more than one owner. This will bring the south side of Schimmer Road into the city limits. The city is already responsible for maintenance. This property is owned by the City of Grand Island. The City of Grand Island provides electric services to the area. INVENTORY OF SERVICES 1. Police Protection. The City of Grand Island Police Department will provide protection and law enforcement services in the annexation area. These services include: · Normal patrols and responses · Handling of complaints and incident reports · Investigation of crimes · Standard speed and traffic enforcement · Special units such as traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, narcotics, and gang suppression These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by over 89.75 employees. The Police Department is staffed at a rate of 1.72 officers per one thousand population. No additional officers will be necessary to maintain this ratio if all proposed area is annexed. 2. Fire Protection. The City of Grand Island Fire Department will provide emergency and fire prevention services in the annexation area. These services include: · Fire suppression and rescue · Hazardous materials incident response · Periodic inspections of commercial properties · Public safety education These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by 69 employees operating from four fire stations. 3. Emergency Medical Services. The City of Grand Island is the current provider of local emergency medical services in the city and will provide this service in the annexed area. · Emergency medical and ambulance services · Emergency dispatch (provided by the City/County Emergency Management Department) The City of Grand Island Fire Department provides these services, on a city-wide basis. Fire personnel are emergency medical technicians and 27 are certified paramedics. 4. Wastewater (Sanitary Sewer). City sewer is available to this location. It is not anticipated that sewer service will be required on the right-of-way. 5. Maintenance of Roads and Streets. The City of Grand Island, Public Works Department, will maintain public streets over which the City has jurisdiction. These services include: · Snow and ice removal · Emergency pavement repair · Preventative street maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing · Ditch and drainage maintenance · Sign and signal maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing The city is already responsible for this portion of Schimmer Road. This will officially bring it into the city limits. 6. Electric Utilities. This Annexation area is currently provided electrical services by the City of Grand Island. The services appear adequate to meet the needs of the area. These services include: · Electric utility services · Street lights 7. Water Utilities. City water is available. It is not anticipated that water service will be required on the right-of-way. 8. Maintenance of Parks, Playgrounds, and Swimming Pools No impact is anticipated as a result of annexation. Recreation facilities and area amenities, including parks and pools, that are privately owned and operated, or operated and maintained by another governmental entity, will be unaffected by the annexation. 9. Building Regulations. The City of Grand Island, Building Department, will oversee services associated with building regulations, including: · Commercial Building Plan Review · Residential Building Plan Review · Building Permit Inspections and Issuance · Investigation of complaints relative to Minimum Housing Standards · Regulation of Manufactured Home Parks · Investigation of Illegal Business Complaints · Investigation and Enforcement of Zoning Violations 10. Code Compliance. The City of Grand Island’s Legal Department and Code Compliance division will continue to provide the following services associated with enforcing compliance with the City Code: · Enforcement Proceedings for Liquor and Food Establishment Violations · Investigation and Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Junked Vehicles and Vehicle Parts, Garbage, Refuse and Litter · Investigation of Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Weed and Animal Violations Providing Enforcement Support to Other Departments for City Code and Regulatory Violations 11. Other City Services. All other City Departments with jurisdiction in the area will provide services according to city policies and procedures. Summary of Impacts Police Protection No Impact Fire Protection No Impact Emergency Medical Services No Impact Wastewater Available. Roads and Streets Already maintained by GI Electric Service Already in GI Service Area Water Service Available Parks, Playgrounds and Swimming Pools No Impact Building Regulations Already Subject to GI Regulations Code Compliance Already Subject to GI Regulations Other No Impact School District Already Grand Island District Financial Impacts of Area 4 Schimmer Road Right -of-Way Annexation Financial Impact Before Annex After Annex Property Valuation 0 0 Sewer revenue 0 0 Water revenue 0 0 City sales tax now applicable Assume $100,000 house This is already road right-of-way. *previously approved bond could remain with property until paid off Area 5 Stuhr Road Right-of-Way The property identified as the area 5 is located in the southeast area of the community. This is a piece of road Right-of-Way south of Fonner Park and north of the Wood River Bridge on Stuhr Road. Subdivisions platted as additions to the city rarely include the full right-of-way on section line roads as it is shared between more than one owner. This will bring Stuhr Road into the city limits. The city is already responsible for maintenance. This property is owned by the City of Grand Island. The City of Grand Island provides electric services to the area. INVENTORY OF SERVICES 1. Police Protection. The City of Grand Island Police Department will provide protection and law enforcement services in the annexation area. These services include: · Normal patrols and responses · Handling of complaints and incident reports · Investigation of crimes · Standard speed and traffic enforcement · Special units such as traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, narcotics, and gang suppression These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by over 89.75 employees. The Police Department is staffed at a rate of 1.72 officers per one thousand population. No additional officers will be necessary to maintain this ratio if all proposed area is annexed. 2. Fire Protection. The City of Grand Island Fire Department will provide emergency and fire prevention services in the annexation area. These services include: · Fire suppression and rescue · Hazardous materials incident response · Periodic inspections of commercial properties · Public safety education These services are provided, on a city-wide basis, by 69 employees operating from four fire stations. 3. Emergency Medical Services. The City of Grand Island is the current provider of local emergency medical services in the city and will provide this service in the annexed area. · Emergency medical and ambulance services · Emergency dispatch (provided by the City/County Emergency Management Department) The City of Grand Island Fire Department provides these services, on a city-wide basis. Fire personnel are emergency medical technicians and 27 are certified paramedics. 4. Wastewater (Sanitary Sewer). City sewer is not available to this location. It is not anticipated that sewer service will be required on the right-of-way. 5. Maintenance of Roads and Streets. The City of Grand Island, Public Works Department, will maintain public streets over which the City has jurisdiction. These services include: · Snow and ice removal · Emergency pavement repair · Preventative street maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing · Ditch and drainage maintenance · Sign and signal maintenance · Asphalt resurfacing The city is already responsible for this portion of Stuhr Road. This will officially bring it into the city limits. 6. Electric Utilities. This Annexation area is currently provided electrical services by the City of Grand Island. The services appear adequate to meet the needs of the area. These services include: · Electric utility services · Street lights 7. Water Utilities. City water is available. It is not anticipated that water service will be required on the right-of-way. 8. Maintenance of Parks, Playgrounds, and Swimming Pools No impact is anticipated as a result of annexation. Recreation facilities and area amenities, including parks and pools, that are privately owned and operated, or operated and maintained by another governmental entity, will be unaffected by the annexation. 9. Building Regulations. The City of Grand Island, Building Department, will oversee services associated with building regulations, including: · Commercial Building Plan Review · Residential Building Plan Review · Building Permit Inspections and Issuance · Investigation of complaints relative to Minimum Housing Standards · Regulation of Manufactured Home Parks · Investigation of Illegal Business Complaints · Investigation and Enforcement of Zoning Violations 10. Code Compliance. The City of Grand Island’s Legal Department and Code Compliance division will continue to provide the following services associated with enforcing compliance with the City Code: · Enforcement Proceedings for Liquor and Food Establishment Violations · Investigation and Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Junked Vehicles and Vehicle Parts, Garbage, Refuse and Litter · Investigation of Enforcement of Complaints Regarding Weed and Animal Violations Providing Enforcement Support to Other Departments for City Code and Regulatory Violations 11. Other City Services. All other City Departments with jurisdiction in the area will provide services according to city policies and procedures. Summary of Impacts Police Protection No Impact Fire Protection No Impact Emergency Medical Services No Impact Wastewater Waste Water would need to be extended by district process. Roads and Streets Already maintained by GI Electric Service Already in GI Service Area Water Service Available Parks, Playgrounds and Swimming Pools No Impact Building Regulations Already Subject to GI Regulations Code Compliance Already Subject to GI Regulations Other No Impact School District Already Grand Island District Financial Impacts of Area 4 Schimmer Road Right -of-Way Annexation Financial Impact Before Annex After Annex Property Valuation 0 0 Sewer revenue 0 0 Water revenue 0 0 City sales tax now applicable Assume $100,000 house This is already road right-of-way. *previously approved bond could remain with property until paid off Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ June 8, 2005 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2005-179 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, in accordance with Neb. Rev. Stat. §16-117, et seq., is considering the annexation of the land and a plan for extending city services to the adjacent and contiguous land which are urban or suburban in character and legally described as Annexation Areas 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 as follows and as shown on Exhibits A, B, C, D, and E attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference: Annexation Area 1: Beginning at a point where the north line of Capital Avenue intersects the west line of the Ord. Branch of the Union Pacific Railroad; thence north on the west line of the Ord. Branch of the Union Pacific Railroad for a distance of 515.61 feet; thence west on a line 516 feet north of and parallel to the south line of Section 3-11-9 for a distance of 295.53 feet; thence south on a line perpendicular to the south line of Section 3-11-9 for a distance of 483 feet to the north line of Capital Avenue thence east on the north line of Capital Avenue to the point of beginning, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Annexation Area 2: Beginning at a point on the north line of the Burlington Northern / Sante Fe Railroad, said point being 202 feet southeasterly of the east line of Lot 107 Industrial Addition; thence deflecting left 35º07' and running northeasterly a distance of 279.22 feet; thence deflecting left 23º23' and running northeasterly a distance of 312.45 feet; thence deflecting left 19º00' and running northeasterly a distance of 249.25 feet; thence deflecting left 13º21' and running northeasterly a distance of 118.45 feet; thence deflecting left 12º55' and running northeasterly a distance of 328.07 feet to a point on the south line of Lot 89 Industrial Addition; thence east on the south line of Lot 89 Industrial Addition to the southeast corner of Lot 89 Industrial Addition; thence southerly on a line for a distance of 842.8 feet more or less, to a point on the westerly line of Lot 3 of B & T Subdivision, thence southerly and westerly on the westerly line of Lot 3 B & T Subdivision and Lot 1 Shady Lane Subdivision to the northerly line of Burlington Northern / Sante Fe Railroad; thence northwesterly on the north line of the Burlington Northern / Sante Fe Railroad to the point of beginning, as shown on Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Annexation Area 3: Beginning at a point on the east line of Shady Bend Road, said point being 33 feet east of the northeast corner of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) of Section 14-11-9; thence north on a line 33 feet east of and parallel to the east line of Section 14-11-9 for a distance of 919.93 feet; thence west on a line 919.93 feet north of and parallel to the south line of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE1/4, NE1/4) of Section 14-11-9 for a distance of 33 feet; thence S48º34'51"W for a distance of 899.72 feet; thence S3º00'W parallel with the east line of said Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section 14-11-9 for a distance of 252.62 feet to a point 66 feet north of the south line of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section 14-11-9; thence east on a line 66 feet north of and parallel to the south line of said Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) for a distance of 50.72 feet; thence south on a line for a distance of 1,220 feet more or less, to a point on the northwesterly line of Lot 2 Billy Poe Subdivision; thence northerly and easterly on the northwest line of Lots 1 and 2 Billy Poe Subdivision to the northeasterly most corner of Lot 1 Billy Poe Subdivision; thence east on a line perpendicular to the east line of Section 14-11-9 for a distance of 73 feet to the east line of Shady Bend Road; thence north on the east line of Shady Bend Road to the point of beginning, as shown on Exhibit "C" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. - 2 - Annexation Area 4: Beginning at a point on the south line of Section 36-11-10, said point being 157 feet west of the southeast corner of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) of Section 36-11-10; thence north on the west line of U.S. Highway 281 for a distance of 33.03 feet; thence west on the south line of Ponderosa Lake Estates Fourth Subdivision for a distance of 723.5 feet; thence southwest on a line for a distance of 74.7 feet to a point where it intersects the south line of Section 36-11-10; thence west on the south line of Section 36-11-10 to the southwest corner of Ponderosa Lake Estates Fifth Subdivision; thence south on a line perpendicular to the south line of Section 36-11-10 for a distance of 33 feet; thence east on a line 33 feet south of and parallel with the south line of Section 36-11-10 to a point on the west line of U.S. Highway 281; thence north on the west line of U.S. Highway 281 for a distance of 33 feet to the point of beginning, as shown on Exhibit "D" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Annexation Area 5: Beginning at the northeast corner of B & C Subdivision; thence southerly on the east line of B & C Subdivision for a distance of 192.9 feet; thence easterly perpendicular to the east line of B & C Subdivision for a distance of 73 feet to the east line of Stuhr Road; thence north on the east line of Stuhr Road for a distance of 192.9 feet; thence westerly on a line for a distance of 73 feet to the point of beginning, as shown on Exhibit "E" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that a plan outlining the city services available to the above-described land and showing or including: (a) the estimated cost impact of providing the services to such land, (b) the method by which the city is financing the extension of services to the land and how services already provided will be maintained, (c) maps drawn to scale clearly delineating the land proposed for annexation, (d) maps showing the current boundaries of the city, (e) maps showing the proposed boundaries of the City after the annexation, and (f) maps showing the general land-use pattern in the land proposed for annexation is hereby adopted and approved and shall be available for inspection during regular business hours in the office of the City Clerk. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing before the Mayor and City Council on the proposed annexation shall be held at 7:00 p.m. on June 28, 2005, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 East First Street, Grand Island, Nebraska, to receive testimony from interested persons. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be, and hereby is, authorized and directed to publish in the Grand Island Independent at least once, not less than ten days preceding the date of the public hearing, a copy of this Resolution and a map drawn to scale delineating the land proposed for annexation. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be, and hereby is, authorized and directed to send by first-class mail, a copy of the resolution providing for the public hearing to the school boards of the school districts including the lands proposed for annexation. - 3 - - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 14, 2005. _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Item J1 Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of May 25, 2005 through June 14, 2005 The Claims for the period of May 25, 2005 through June 14, 2005 for a total amount of $3,010,092.27. A MOTION is in order. Tuesday, June 14, 2005 Council Session City of Grand Island Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards City of Grand Island City Council