03-12-2013 City Council Regular Meeting Packet
City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session Packet
City Council:
Linna Dee Donaldson
Scott Dugan
John Gericke
Peg Gilbert
Chuck Haase
Julie Hehnke
Vaughn Minton
Mitchell Nickerson
Bob Niemann
Mike Paulick
Mayor:
Jay Vavricek
City Administrator:
Mary Lou Brown
City Clerk:
RaNae Edwards
7:00 PM
Council Chambers - City Hall
100 East 1st Street
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City of Grand Island Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Call to Order
This is an open meeting of the Grand Island City Council. The City of Grand Island abides by the Open
Meetings Act in conducting business. A copy of the Open Meetings Act is displayed in the back of this room
as required by state law.
The City Council may vote to go into Closed Session on any agenda item as allowed by state law.
Invocation - Pastor Steve Warriner, Abundant Life Christian Church, 3411
West Faidley Avenue
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.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item C1
Recognition of the Grand Island Northwest Girls Basketball Team
for Class “B” State Championship
The Mayor and City Council will recognize the Grand Island Northwest High School Girls Basketball
Team and their Coach Mike Herzberg for the Class "B" State Girls Basketball Championship held on
March 2, 2013 in Lincoln. Congratulations Vikings for a job well done.
Staff Contact: Mayor Jay Vavricek
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item C2
Proclamation “Go Guard Week” March 18-24, 2013
Ten years ago, Grand Island became the home of a new National Guard aviation facility. This facility
houses OH-58, Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters. It will soon be the site of a state of the art
National Guard Readiness Center, currently under construction. The Mayor will acknowledge Travis
Karr and CCC’s Veterans achievement of being Ranked #2 in the Nation for Veteran Service and a Top
15% Military Friendly School. The Mayor has proclaimed the week of March 18-24, 2013 as "Go
Guard Week". See attached PROCAMATION.
Staff Contact: Mayor Jay Vavricek
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item C3
Presentation of Downtown Revitalization Plan by Alley Poyner
Macchietto
Staff Contact: Marco Floreani
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marco Floreani, Community Development Administrator
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Downtown Revitalization Plan
Item #’s:C-3
Presenter(s):Marco Floreani, Community Development Administrator
Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture, Lead Consultants
Background
The City of Grand Island received a Downtown Revitalization Phase 1 Pre-Development
Planning Grant for the amount of $30,000 from the Nebraska Department of Economic
Development for a planning project that meets the CDBG national objective of aiding in
the elimination conditions related to slum and blight. A combination of matching funds
and in-kind services of were committed from City of Grand Island Program Income
Reuse Funds and from Business Improvement District #8 for a project cost of $50,000,
including general administration.
The developed Downtown Revitalization Plan has been prepared by lead consultants
Alley Poyner Macchietto, an architecture firm from Omaha. In addition to the
consultant’s expertise, the plan incorporates information gathered during a November 14,
2012 public forum and several focus group discussions. The Downtown Revitalization
Plan will be used as a resource for future downtown development and includes
suggestions for funding Community Development Block Grant projects within the
boundaries of Business Improvement District # 8.
On March 29, 2013, the City of Grand Island will be submitting a Community
Development Block Grant Application to the Nebraska Department of Economic
Development for Downtown Revitalization Phase II funds. The anticipated award is
$350,000 with a local match of 25%. A public hearing will be held on March 26, 2013 to
approve the Phase II CDBG grant application.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item E1
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2703 East
Highway 30 - CMJ Rentals
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Robert H. Smith, Asst. Utilities Director
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Acquisition of Utility Easement – 2703 East Highway 30 -
CMJ Rentals
Item #’s:E- 1 & G-3
Presenter(s):Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City
Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire an easement relative to the property
of CMJ Rentals located at the southwest corner of the Lazy V Apartments at 2703 East
Highway 30, in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, in order to have access to install,
upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers.
Discussion
This easement will be used to deliver electrical power closer to the load. Lazy V has
reconstructed one building and is adding a larger service. Extending the overhead line
and relocating the transformer will improve the service.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Make a motion to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the resolution for the
acquisition of the easement for one dollar ($1.00).
Sample Motion
Move to approve acquisition of the Utility Easement.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item E2
Public Hearing on the One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Shannon Callahan, Street Superintendent
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Public Hearing on the One & Six Year Street
Improvement Plan
Item #’s:E-2 & I-1
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Department
Background
Adoption of a One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan is mandatory by State Law as
part of the requirements to receive approximately three million dollars of state gas tax
funds each year. The Public Works Department develops this program through a process
to prioritize street projects taking into consideration many factors such as:
Availability of funds
Condition of the street
Traffic counts
Eligibility for State/Federal funds
Redevelopment patterns
Public/Council input
The City engages in a public process to assure input into the policy making process. The
proposed One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan resulted in the following steps:
Tuesday, January 22, 2013 – City Council referred the plan to the Regional
Planning Commission
Wednesday, February 6, 2013 – Regional Planning Commission conducted a
Public Hearing and forwarded the recommendation to the City Council
Tuesday, February 12, 2013 – City Council heard presentation from Staff,
conducted a Public Hearing and passed a Resolution adopting the plan
February 26, 2013 – One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan due at the
Nebraska Department of Roads
The Notice of Public Hearing for the One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan was
published in the Grand Island Independent on January 30, 2013. Approval of the plan is
being brought before City Council again out of concern that the City did not fully comply
with legal notice requirements by not posting notice in three public places.
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The proposed Council action will not result in a loss of funding from the Nebraska
Department of Roads.
Discussion
A Public Hearing was conducted, testimony received and discussion held on the One &
Six Year Street Improvement Plan at the Grand Island/Hall County Regional Planning
Commission meeting on February 6, 2013. The commission forwarded the One & Six
Year Street Improvement Plan to the City Council with a recommendation for approval.
The projects listed in the One & Six Year Plan for calendar year 2013 are considered
definite projects. These projects were in the approved fiscal year 2013 budget. Many of
the projects listed in the One & Six Year Plan for 2014 through 2018 are included in the
City’s budget, but are subject to schedule changes depending upon coordination and
approval of State and Federal funding.
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 conduct a Public Hearing and approve
the One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan.
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2013
ONE AND SIX YEAR
STREET IMPROVEMENT PLAN
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
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Sheet 1 of 1
County:City:Village:
LENGTH
UNIT OF
MEASURE
PROJECTED
COST
CONTRACT
PROJECT
OWN
FORCES DATE COMPLETED
(Nearest Tenth)
(Thousands)(Actual or Estimated)
M-310 (89)1.2 MILE Delayed, Construction in 2015
M-310 (411)2.0 MILE 2,794 X Est. June 2013
M-310 (508)0.7 MILE Delayed to 1-Year Plan
M-310 (515)0.2 MILE 248 X July 2012
M-310 (537)300.0 FEET Delayed to 1-Year Plan
M-310 (578)1.9 MILE 1,144 X October 2012
M-310 (579)4.5 MILE Delayed to 1-Year Plan, construction completed in 2014
M-310 (591)100.0 FEET Delayed to 1-Year Plan
M-310 (593)1.3 MILE 603 X August 2012
M-310 (267)220.0 FEET Delayed to 2014
M-310 (459)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (461)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (544)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (595)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (596)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (447)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (572)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (590)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (597)0.0 MILE 102 X June 2012
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 11, Jul 96
Street Superintendent
PROJECT NUMBER
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 11 Report of Previous Year
Highway or Street Improvement
Year Ending:December 31, 2012
GRAND ISLAND
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County:City:Village:
PRIORITY
NUMBER LENGTH
UNIT OF
MEASURE
ESTIMATED
COST
(Nearest Tenth)
(Thousands)
1 M-310 (579)4.5 MILE 3,413
2 M-310 (508)0.7 MILE 1,495
3 M-310 (537)300.0 FEET 384
4 M-310 (591)100.0 FEET 40
5 M-310 (588)1.0 MILE 1,200
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 8, Jul 96
Shoulder Imp @ BNSF
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 8 Summary of One-Year Plan
Year Ending:December 31, 2012
GRAND ISLAND
Federal Aid Project
PROJECT NUMBER REMARKS
Federal Aid Project
Federal Aid Project
Blaine Street Paving
Street Superintendent
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Sheet:1 of 1
County:City:Village:
PRIORITY
NUMBER LENGTH
UNIT OF
MEASURE
ESTIMATED
COST
(Nearest Tenth)
(Thousands)
1 M-310 (579)4.5 MILE 3,413
2 M-310 (508)0.7 MILE 1,495
3 M-310 (537)300.0 FEET 384
4 M-310 (89)1.2 MILE 8,151
5 M-310 (581)12.2 MILE 5,745
6 M-310 (623)9.6 MILE 6,019
7 M-310 (591)100.0 FEET 40
8 M-310 (267)220.0 FEET 200
9 M-310 (624)0.4 MILE 160
10 M-310 (622)0.8 MILE 250
11 M-310 (588)1.0 MILE 1,200
12 M-310 (598)600.0 FEET 45
13 M-310 (353)0.4 MILE 820
14 M-310 (609)1.0 MILE 800
15 M-310 (599)1.0 MILE 700
16 M-310 (520)2.0 MILE 1,500
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 9, Jul 96
Blaine St Paving from Schimmer to Wildwood - CDBG
Blaine St Bridges
Stuhr Rd Concrete Overlay
Shady Bend Rd - Mill & Resurface/Bridge Repair
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 9 Summary of Six-Year Plan
Six-Year Period Ending:December 31, 2012
GRAND ISLAND
Custer & 15th - Realign Dwy/Traffic Signal Install - FED AID
Capital Avenue Widening - Webb to Broadwell
Hwy 30 Resurfacing - NDOR
Hwy 281 in GI & North - NDOR
Broadwell Ave Shoulder Improvement @ BNSF Crossing
PROJECT NUMBER REMARKS
Various Location Resurfacing - FED AID
US Hwy 30 Drainage Improvements - FED AID
Skypark Rd Improvements - Capital to Airport
Skypark Rd Improvements - Airport to Abbott
Capital Ave Widening - Broadwell to Skypark
Skypark & Airport Intersection Improvements
Faidley Ave extention to North Rd
Street Superintendent
Reasons for major changes in the Six-Year program are as follows: Leadership change in the City of Grand Island Public Works Department
recongnizing the need to revise and edit the projects being listed on the annual One- and Six-Year Plan. A list of the deleted projects, as well as,
projects that have been removed until they are programmed/funded are attached.
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M-310 (447)Trail along Moores Creek Drain - State to Capital Connector
M-310 (459)Southwest Drainage Project (CCC to Wood River)
M-310 (461)Construction of NW GI Flood Control Project
M-310 (485)PVIP Drainage Project - Phase I (Design)
M-310 (507)Independence - Construct Culverts & Fill in West Ditch
M-310 (511)Moores Creek - Old Potash to Edna
M-310 (544)Concrete Lining of Drainage Ditches
M-310 (559)Concrete Lining of Drainage Ditches
M-310 (563)Concrete Lining of Drainage Ditches
M-310 (565)Trail along Locust from US Hwy 34 to Stagecoach
M-310 (568)Update Moores Creek Drainage Plan
M-310 (572)Annual Sidewalk Projects
M-310 (576)Misc. Major Drainage Development
M-310 (590)Third & Wheeler Downtown Historical Lighting Project
M-310 (595)Highway 281 Drainage Project - Phase I
M-310 (596)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (600)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (601)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (602)Highway 281 Drainage Project - Phase II
M-310 (603)Comprehensive Drainage Plan
M-310 (605)Trail along Broadwell Ave - Capital Ave to Eagle Scout Park - PE
M-310 (611)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (612)Highway 281 Drainage Project - Phase III
M-310 (613)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (616)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (617)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (619)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (620)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (621)Annual Asphalt Resurfaincg Project
M-310 (499A)Broadwell Ave/UPRR - Environmental Study/Preliminary Engineering
M-310 (507A)Independence Avenue Drainage - Design
M-310 (584A)Stolley Park Corridor Improvements (Design)
DELETED PROJECTS
Deleted & Removed Projects
City of Grand Island - 2013
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Deleted & Removed Projects
City of Grand Island - 2013
M-310 (352)Hwy 30 Relocation - US 281 West
M-310 (458)Signal @ US Highway 34/281 and Wildwood Rd
M-310 (497)Lighting on US Highway 281 from Stolley Park Rd to Old Potash Hwy
M-310 (499)Broadwell Ave/UPRR - Construction
M-310 (502)Shady Bend Rd @ UPRR -E Bypass
M-310 (518)Quiet Zone - UPRR Corridor - Lincoln, Broadwell & Blaine/Custer
M-310 (521)Swift Rd - WWTP to Stuhr Rd
M-310 (527)Misc. Safety Projects - TBD
M-310 (528)State/Diers Intersection Improvements
M-310 (533)Husker Hwy W of US Hwy 34/281 Intersection
M-310 (535)Barr Middle School Traffic Circulation Improvements
M-310 (538)Capital Ave & North Rd Intersection Improvement
M-310 (539)3rd St Widening - Adams to Eddy
M-310 (540)North Rd & 13th St Intersection Improvements
M-310 (545)Signal @ US Hwy 34/281 and Rae Rd
M-310 (546)Annual Paving Program (Assessment Districts) - W Stolley Park Rd & Westwood Park Sub
M-310 (550)Left Turn Lane - North Rd @ NWHS
M-310 (551)Stolley Park Rd & North Rd Intersection
M-310 (552)Left Turn Lane on Husker Hwy @ HLHS
M-310 (553)Left Turn Lane on 13th @ Redwood/Mansfield
M-310 (554)Resurface Wildwood from US Hwy 281 to Locust St
M-310 (556)North Rd over UPRR
M-310 (564)Stolley - Fonner/HEC/Fair Entrance to Stuhr Rd
M-310 (574)Misc. Signals - TBD
M-310 (580)Highway 281 Southbound Repair
M-310 (583)North Rd & Old Potash Intersection Improvements
M-310 (585)State Street - Webb Rd to Broadwell Ave Safety Improvement
M-310 (586)Broadwell Ave - Capital to Airport Rd
M-310 (587)Webb Rd - UPRR to south of Stolley Park Rd
M-310 (599)Sky Park Improvements - Airport Rd to Abbott Rd
M-310 (604)Highway 281 Safety Enhancement Improvement Project
M-310 (606)Webb Rd & State St Intersection (Geometrics)
M-310 (607)Diers Ave & State Street / US Hwy 281 - Design (Geometrics)
M-310 (608)Locust St & Anna St (Geometrics)
M-310 (610)Sycamore St Underpass - Complete Rebuild/Rehab (drainage/pavement) - Phase I
M-310 (618)Eddy Street Underpass Complete Rebuild/Rehab (drainage/pavement) - Phase I
M-310 (535A)Barr Middle School Traffic Circulation Improvements (Design)
REMOVED PROJECTS
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Capital Avenue from Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 8,749, 2031 = 11,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Minor Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
62'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Double 12'
Rise:
4'
Length:
50'
Type:
Concrete
Culvert Diameter:
48"
Length:
175'
Type:
Concrete
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen roadway to from 2 lanes to 5 lanes with curb & gutter.
Federal Aid Project No. URB-5436(5)
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
1,630 6,521 8,151
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.2 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(89)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Blaine Street N of Hwy 34 at Wood River crossing
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
2 (two) Bridges - See bridge inventory data attached for existing attributes
U104513905 - South Structure
U104513910 - North Structure
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 2815, 2031 = 6,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Collector
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal (HL93) Surfacing Thickness:
varies
Width:
18' or 25'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
12'
Rise:
6'
Length:
48'
Type:
Concrete
Culvert Diameter:
42"
Length:
48'
Type:
Arch RCP
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Bridge U104513910 to be replaced by two box culverts of the same size.
Bridge U104513905 to be replaced by two Arch RCP culvert pipes.
Hydraulic Analysis was conducted in 2002 and will be double checked before final design is approved.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
200 200
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
220 Feet
Project No.:
M-310(267)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Faidley Avenue from North Road to East end of Faidley Ave.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
None (new construction)
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 0, 2031 = 2,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Collector
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Local Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
New construction - Design has not been completed. Form 7 will be updated as the design is finalized.
Noted on 2004 Comprehensive Transportation Plan.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
800 800
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
0.4 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(353)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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City of Grand Island, Nebraska Page 36
Comprehensive Transportation Plan
6.2 East / West Traffic Flow Improvements
Widen US Highway 30 on 2nd Street between Grant and Greenwich Streets: As shown in the
appendix, this proposal would involve widening US Highway 30 in order to provide a center left
turn lane through a heavily commercialized area, west of the downtown district. Typically, a
facility of this type would have a capacity of about 16,700 vpd. However, it carries upwards of
20,000 vpd between Grant and Greenwich Streets, which shows that the functional usefulness of
this roadway is being taxed. It is forecasted to carry about 22,000 vpd in 2020 with V/C ratios of
about 1.2. Thus a 4 lane cross section would be inadequate to serve future traffic. Adding a
center left turn lane in this location would increase the capacity of the facility by approximately
30%. The center left turn lane would increase the safety in the corridor by removing turning
movements from the through traffic flow. Moreover, the existing level of access to businesses
and residences adjacent to the highway would be maintained but the access points may need
some relocation. Because of the operational improvements, widening of US Highway 30 would
be expected to attract an additional 2000 vpd. The widening of this roadway would have
adjacent land use impacts. The minimum travel way for a 5-lane section would be approximately
64 feet. The typical existing cross section is about 44 to 50 feet. Construction of an additional
roadway width would require removal of a number of adjacent trees and the relocation of
existing sidewalks. The 1990 Comprehensive Plan also recommended this project in light of the
capacity deficiency identified on this roadway.
Restripe Stolley Park Road between Webb Road and Locust Street: As shown in the appendix,
this proposal would involve striping Stolley Park Road between Webb Road and Locust Street
from 2 lanes to 3. Stolley Park Road between Webb Road and Locust Street has a typical
capacity between 8,400 and 10,900 vpd and carries about 10,000 vpd. Widening this roadway
would help alleviate some of the congestion associated with this roadway in the present and in
the future. It is forecasted to carry about 12,000-13,000 vpd between Webb Road and Locust
Street in 2020 in the absence of any improvements. This results in a V/C ratio between 1.0 and
1.4. Widening Stolley Park Road from 2 to 3 lanes (to provide a capacity approximately 12,500
vpd) from Webb Road to Locust Street would draw an additional 1500-3000 vpd on Stolley Park
Road, on the average, and a reduction in V/C ratios to between 1.0 and 1.2. This project was also
recommended in the 1990 Comprehensive Plan to alleviate the capacity deficiencies identified
on this roadway.
Extend Faidley to North Road: This project involves the extension of Faidley to North Road.
This roadway would serve as an east/west collector and would likely carry 2,000 vpd in 2020.
This project was not incorporated in the 1990 Comprehensive Plan.
Widen Husker Highway between Route 30 and Stuhr Road: This project involves the widening
of Husker Highway from 2 to 4 lanes between US Highway 30 and Stuhr Road. Husker
Highway currently has a capacity on the order of 9,000-13,700 vpd. Husker Highway currently
carries the following traffic volumes:
x 1,500 vpd west of Grand Island between US Highway 30 and US Highway 281
x 5,000 vpd south of Grand Island between US Highway 281 and Locust Street
x 4,000 vpd east of Grand Island between Locust Street and Stuhr Road
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County:City:Village:
2012 2032
Thickness:Width:
X Grading X Concrete X Right of Way X Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat X Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt X Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
US Hwy 34 from US Hwy 281 to South Locust St
Project Description:
Nebraska Department of Roads Project No. STP-34-4 (126).
Concrete repair, add turn lanes at Blaine Street, and bridge repair.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Major Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)124 3,882
Bridges and Culverts
Sized X YES N/A
Street Superintendent
4,006*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
2.0 M-310(411)
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NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ROADS
NOTICE OF HIGHWAY PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
Thursday, January 5, 2011; 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Information Open House Public Meeting
Central Community College, 3134 W. US Highway 34, Grand island, NE
STPD-34-4(126), US-281 to Locust St., Grand Island; CN 41994
The Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) will
hold a public information open house regarding the
refurbishment of U. S. Highway 34 (US-34) from the
intersection of U. S. Highway 281 (US-281) to South
Locust Street, in Grand Island. The meeting will be held at
Central Community College in Grand Island, Thursday,
January 5, 2012, 4:00-6:00 P.M.
Identified as STPD-34-4 (126), US-281 to Locust
St., Grand Island, C.N. 41994, the proposed project would
be constructed entirely within Hall County, Nebraska,
mostly within the city limits of Grand Island. This
proposed project would resurface the existing two-lane
asphalt roadway and shoulders, including refurbishment of
two bridge structures.
The project consists of concrete repair as needed,
plus milling and overlaying the existing US-34 roadway
and surfaced shoulders with new asphalt.
At the Blaine Street intersection, US-34 would be
widened to add left-turn lanes. A short raised island on the
north leg of Blaine Street would be added to better direct
southbound traffic as it approaches the intersection. New
roadway lighting will be provided at the intersection.
Just east of Wortman Drive, the Union Pacific
Railroad crossing approaches would be improved.
The Wood River Bridge, between Garland and
Blaine Streets, would be widened from 30-feet to 44-feet
and refurbishments include a new roadway overlay, new
approach sections, and new guardrails installed. The Wood
River overflow bridge, just west of Blaine St., would be
removed and replaced with a concrete box culvert. Two
existing culverts east of Blaine would also be extended.
The proposed construction is scheduled to
commence in the summer of 2012 and take approximately
five months.
The construction will require the project to be built
with detouring of US-34 traffic, using Interstate 80 (I-80)
and South Locust Street. US-34 in Grand Island will be
open to local traffic except during construction of the
bridge, box culvert and widening for the left-turn lanes at
Blaine Street. It is estimated US-34 would be closed to
local traffic between Blaine Street and Catfish Avenue for
three weeks and between Garland Street and Blaine Street
for three months. The remainder of the project will be
constructed “under traffic” with appropriate traffic control.
Detour maps and information will be available at the
meeting.
Acquisition of a total of 0.16 acres of new right-of-
way (ROW) will be required for this project from three
tracts located adjacent to US-34 at the Blaine Street
intersection; negotiations are in progress. The existing
Control of Access along US-34 at the Blaine Street
intersection will be perpetuated.
Wetlands have been delineated along portions of
this project. There will be minimal impacts resulting from
construction activities, however no wetland mitigation will
be required.
The public meeting is being held to provide
information and receive input regarding this project. All
citizens are invited to attend and present relevant
comments and questions. Design information will be
displayed and personnel from NDOR will be present to
answer questions and receive comments. The information
“open house” format allows the public to come, gather
pertinent information about the project, speak one-on-one
with project personnel, and leave as they wish. All
materials will be presented in both English and Spanish. A
translator will be present.
____________________________________
NDOR will make every reasonable
accommodation to provide an accessible meeting facility
for all persons. Appropriate provisions for the hearing and
visually challenged or persons with limited English
proficiency (LEP) will be made if the Department is
notified by December 22, 2011. Notification should be
submitted to: Greg Weinert, Public Hearings Officer,
Nebraska Department of Roads, P.O. Box 94759, Lincoln,
NE 68509-4759; greg.weinert@nebraska.gov; voice
telephone (402) 479-4871, TDD telephone (402) 479-3834,
Fax (402) 479-3989.
Information regarding the proposed project will be
available after the meeting on the NDOR website at
www.transportation.nebraska.gov/projects/ by clicking on
the “US-34 GI” link.
For further information, contact Don Turek,
NDOR Roadway Design, (402) 479-4441,
don.turek@nebraska.gov; or Wes Wahlgren, NDOR
District Four Engineer, (308) 385-6265,
wes.wahlgren@nebraska.gov.
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Logan St from 2nd St to 1st St; Harrison St from 1st to Division St;
Broadwell Ave from 2nd St to Division St; Monroe St. from Division St to Koenig St
Madison St from 2nd St to Division St; 1st St from Logan St to Harrison St;
& Division St from Harrison St to Madison St
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete and/or concrete with bituminous overlay, storm sewer
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Minor Aterial/Local Roads
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Underground storm drainage pipe construction, PCC pavement removal & replacement, landscaping and
seeding.
Federal Aid Project
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
542 953 1,495
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
0.7 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(508)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
2012 Program will be for the construction of "quite zones" along the UPRR
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Varies from concrete, asphalt and brick depending on location.
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 2,500, 2031 = 5,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Minor Arterial/Local Roads
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Specific locations for quite zones in 2009 are the Walnut, Elm, Pine and Oak Street crossings with the
UPRR
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
107 140 247
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
N/A
Project No.:
M-310(515)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Capital Avenue from Broadwell Avenue to Sky Park Rd
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 8,616, 2031 = 12,500
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen to three-lane section add pipe to connect existing culverts.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
1,500 1,500
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
2.0 Miles
Project No.:
M-310(520)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Custer Avenue and 15th Street
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 6,000, 2031 = 12,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Collector
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
New Traffic Signal installation
Federal Aid Project No. STRS-40(57)
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
67 317 384
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
300 Feet
Project No.:
M-310(537)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Highway 30 - Grant St to Claude Rd
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
N/A
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Full-depth concrete repair and diamond grinding.
This is a NDOR project with city financial contributions.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
572 572 1,144
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.6
Project No.:
M-310(578)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Various Locations - Resurfacing
1.Blaine St from Garland to Stolley Park; 2. Blaine St from Stolley Park to crossing with Bike Trail;
3. 1st St trom Walnut to Sycamore; 4. North Road from 13th to State; 5. Independence Ave from Captial
to Hwy 2; 6. Broadwell Ave from Anna to 2nd ; & 7. Broadwell Ave from 2nd to State
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphaltic Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Various
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Asphalt resurfacing for various federal aid routes within the City. Received Relaxation of Standards for
shoulder width from the NBCS at October 19, 2012 meeting.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
683 2,730 3,413
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
UNK
Project No.:
M-310(579)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
US Highway 30 - Wood River to Grand Island
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt (3R Project)
Average Daily Traffic:
2010 = 5300, 2030 = UNK
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Major Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
001.03 Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
US Highway 30 resurfacing, NDOR Project with City financial contribution.
NDOR Project No. STPD-30-4(149)
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
584 5,161 5,745
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
12.2 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(581)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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County:City:Village:
2012 1,326 2032 2,000
Thickness:Width:
8 IN.28 FT.
X Grading X Concrete Rigt of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat X Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt X Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
Blaine Street from Schimmer Dr. to Wildwood Dr.
Project Description:
Concrete paving for industrial development site partially funded through Community Block Development Grant and LB-840
Funds.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Gravel
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
Funding: 575,000 - LB840 and 382,000 - CDBG
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)243 957
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
1,200*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
1.0 MILE M-310(588)
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Broadwell Avenue from 45' South of BNSF Crossing (north of Hwy 2) to BNSF Crossing.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphaltic Concrete, Dirst Shoulder
Average Daily Traffic:
2008 = 5,135, 2028 = UNK
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
6"
Width:
27'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Shoulder Widening: 8' Concrete shoulder through the crossing, both sides of roadway.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
52 52
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
100 Feet
Project No.:
M-310 (591)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project - various areas throughout the City
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt - Maintenance Project
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Various
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Maintenance Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
603 750
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.3
Project No.:
M-310(593)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Various locations throughout the City
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete or Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
N/A
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Install ADA compliant handicap sidewalk ramps in various areas of the City - this program follows the
City's previous year asphalt resurfacing project
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
125 125
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
UNK
Project No.:
M-310(597)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Airport Rd & Sky Park Rd Intersection Improvements
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 1,550, 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
UNK
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen turning radii at intersection
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
45 45
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
600 Feet
Project No.:
M-310(598)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Sky Park Road Improvements - Airport Rd to Abbott Rd
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2008 = 1,550, 2031 = TBD
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen roadway and add lighting to improve safety and accommodate higher traffic volume for increased
Airport usage.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
700 700
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.0 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(599)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Sky Park Road from Capital Avenue to Airport Road
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2008 = 1,280, 2031 = TBD
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Improve roadway for potential Truck Route.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
800 800
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
UNK
Project No.:
M-310(609)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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County:City:Village:
2013 2,420 2033 TBD
Thickness:Width:
8"24'
X Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat X Drainage Structures Fencing
X Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
40'
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
Shady Bend Rd just north of Gregory Ave to Bismark Rd.
Project Description:
Resurfacing project to restore roadway to structually sound state and to accommodate increasing truck traffic. Minor
bridge repair and box culvert repair as will be determined.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt, bridge, box culvert, guardrail
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial & Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
40'Concrete Box Culvert
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)250
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
Street Superintendent
250*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
0.8 MILE M-310(622)
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County:City:Village:
2012 2032
Thickness:Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Street Superintendent
6,019*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
9.6 (Total)M-310 (623)
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)1,166 4,853
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
3R on Municipal State Hwy
Location Description:
Hwy 281 from mile post 68.90 to Ref. Post 78.5; In GI City Limits from Viaduct over Old Hwy 30 to Airport Road (3.7 Miles)
Project Description:
Full Depth Concrete Repair and Resurfacing; NDOR Project No. NH-281(127) with City participation
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Major Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
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County:City:Village:
2008 5,010 2028 TBD
Thickness:Width:
X Grading X Concrete X Right of Way X Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter X Utility Adjustments X Shoulder Widen
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt X Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
Stuhr Rd from just south of BNSF crossing to Bismark Rd
Project Description:
Concrete overlay with shoulder widening
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)160
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
Street Superintendent
160*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
0.4 Mile M-310(624)
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item F1
#9422 – Consideration of Correcting Ordinance #9419 Relating to
Chapter 36-102 of the Grand Island City Code
Staff Contact: chadn
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, AICP
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Consideration of Correcting Ordinance #9419 Relating to
Chapter 36-102 of the Grand Island City Code
Item #’s:F-1
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, Hall County Regional Planning Director
Background
On January 22, 2013 the Grand Island City Council approved Ordinance #9419
approving changes to Chapter 36 of the Grand Island City code relative to Accessory
Building and Uses and Landscaping Requirements. The section of that ordinance
changing Section 102 Landscaping were copied from an old version of the Section of
Chapter 36 and inadvertently made more changes to the code than intended. In order to
correct that error staff has prepared a new ordinance that reflects only those changes that
were supposed to be made.
Discussion
The proposed ordinance will change confirm that the only changes made to Section 102
of Chapter 36 on January 22, 2013 are the changes to landscaping regarding the Airport
overlay zone.
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
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the correction to Ordinance
#9419.
Sample Motion
Move to approve Ordinance #9422.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 4, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9422
An ordinance to amend Chapter 36 of the Grand Island City Code; specifically, to
amend Section 36-102 Landscaping Requirements; to repeal any ordinance or parts of ordinances
in conflict herewith; and to provide for publication in pamphlet form and the effective date of
this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. Section 36-102 of the Grand Island City Code is hereby amended to
read as follows:
§36-102. Landscaping Requirements
(A) Purpose: The landscaping and screening regulations are intended to improve the physical appearance of the
community; to improve the environmental performance of new development by contributing to the abatement of
heat, noise, glare, wind and dust; to promote natural percolation of storm water and improvement of air quality; to
buffer potentially incompatible uses from one another; and, to protect and enhance the value of property and
neighborhoods within the city.
(B) Applicability:
(1)The provisions of this section shall apply to the following zones: Medium Density Residential Zone, High
Density Residential Zone, Residential Office Zone, Light Business Zone, General Business Zone, Arterial
Commercial Overlay Zone, Heavy Business Zone, Industrial Estates Zone, Light Manufacturing Zone,
Heavy Manufacturing Zone, Commercial Development Zone, Residential Development Zone and Travel
Development Zone. Landscaping of lands within districts such as the Central Business District and Fourth
Street Business District, as defined in this code, shall be subject to Streetscape Improvement Projects
where applicable. In the absence of such projects, the provisions of this section shall apply.
(2)The provisions of this section shall apply to the Airport Overlay Zone with the exception that three shrubs
may be substituted for each required shade or ornamental tree to conform to standards of wildlife
management required near an airport.
(3) The provisions of this section shall apply to all new development, including surface parking, on each lot or
site upon application for a building permit, except as follows:
(a) Reconstruction or replacement of a lawfully existing use or structure.
(b) Remodeling, rehabilitation or improvements to existing uses or structures which do not substantially
change the location or building footprint of existing structures, or the location and design of parking
facilities or other site improvements. However, additions or enlargements of existing uses or structures,
which increase floor area or impervious coverage, shall be subject to the provisions of this section, which
shall only apply to that portion of the lot or site where the new development or use occurs.
(c) Residential structures containing three dwelling units or less shall be exempt from the requirements of
this section.
(4) Landscaping which exists on any property shall not be altered or reduced below the minimum requirements
of this section, unless suitable substitutions are made which meet the requirements of this section, pursuant to a
site plan approved by the city.
(5) Any conflict between this section and another section of this chapter shall be resolved in favor of the more
restrictive provision.
(C) Nonconforming Status: Any property or use of property, which as of August 1, 2004 or any amendment hereto
is lawfully nonconforming only as to the regulations relating to landscaping, may be continued in the same manner
as if the landscaping were conforming.
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(D) Definitions: The following definitions shall be used for terms contained within this section:
Buffer yard: A landscaped area provided to separate and significantly obstruct the view of two adjacent land
uses or properties from one another.
Canopy tree: A deciduous tree having a minimum mature height of 30 feet and a minimum caliper of 1 inch at
the time of planting. One canopy tree equals two understory/ornamental or evergreen trees.
Evergreen tree: An evergreen or conifer tree having a minimum mature height of 20 feet and a minimum 2
gallon container size or bare root/ball equivalent at the time of planting.
Landscaped area: That area within the boundaries of a given lot consisting primarily of plant material,
including but not limited to grass, trees, shrubs, flowers, vines, groundcover and other organic plant materials
(this does not include plant materials typically used as a cash crop). Tall varieties of native and ornamental
grasses may be planted and left in their natural state in selective and limited locations, deemed appropriate by
the city. Inorganic materials such as brick, stones, aggregate, ponds or fountains may be used within
landscaped areas, provided that such materials comprise no more than 35 percent of the required landscaped
area. Flat concrete or asphalt, other than walkways five feet or less in width, may not be used within a required
landscaped area.
Minimum equivalent street landscaping: The minimum landscaped area which must be provided in a street
yard, expressed as a percent of the total area contained within that street yard.
Shrub: A deciduous or evergreen plant having a minimum height of 18 inches at the time of planting, with a
maximum mature height of less than 10 feet.
Street yard:
(1) The area of a lot or parcel which lies between any street property line and the fronting walls of any
building or buildings on the parcel. The street yard shall follow all irregularities or indentations in the front
wall of the building, excluding minor projections or indentations such as steps or unenclosed porches. For
the purposes of defining the street yard area, the front wall shall be extended from the outermost corners of
the building, parallel with the fronting street, until intersecting with the side property line [see Attachment
B hereto]. Street yard depth shall not exceed 100 feet for the purposes of calculating the minimum
equivalent street landscaping area requirement.
(2) On lots or parcels with multiple buildings, the street yard area shall be defined by all building front
walls having direct, visual frontage onto the street. Any space between buildings equal to 15 percent of the
length of such frontage, but in no case more than 100 feet, shall be considered an extension of the
continuous building front wall for the purpose of delineating the street yard.
Understory/ornamental tree: A flowering or non-flowering deciduous tree having a maximum mature height
of 30 feet and a minimum caliper of inch at the time of planting.
(E) Street Yard Landscaping Standards:
(1) Street yard landscaping shall be provided adjacent to each street property line and within street yards, as
set forth below, in accordance with an approved site landscaping plan.
(2) Minimum equivalent street landscaping area:
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ORDINANCE NO. 9422 (Cont.)
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(Minimum Equivalent Street Landscaping Area
Zoning District Percent of Street Yard
(%)
Minimum Landscaping Depth
of Street Yard*** (ft.)
R3 65 20
R4 60 10
RO 30 10
B1 25 10
B2 20*10*
AC 20 20*
B3 20 10*
ME 20 20
M1 20 20
M2 20 10
M3 20 10
TD 30 30
CD **30
RD **10 or 30
*Unless otherwise established in an approved Streetscape Improvement Project.
**As determined by approved plan
(3) When a lot contains more than one street frontage, the area of all street yards and the proposed street
yard landscaped areas may be combined for the purposes of determining compliance with this section.
(4) Any required street yard landscaping shall include the following minimum shrub and tree plantings (or
an appropriate equivalent as determined by the city) for every 100 feet (any fraction of .5 or less rounded to
the next lowest number; any fraction exceeding .5 rounded to the next highest number) of property line
adjacent to a public street right-of-way: 1 canopy tree; 1 understory/ornamental or evergreen tree; 3 shrubs.
Existing trees or shrubs approved for preservation shall be counted toward satisfaction of this provision.
(F) Buffer Yard and Parking Landscaping Screening Standards:
(1) Buffer yard landscaping shall be installed and maintained adjacent to the affected common side or rear
property line(s), when a use is established in a more intensive zoning district located adjacent to a less
intensive zoning district, as set forth below:
More Intensive Zoning District Required Buffer Yard Width
(ft.)*
Less Intensive Zoning District
RO, B1, B2, AC, B3, CD, TD 10 TA, LLR, R1, R2, R3, R4, RD
ME, M1, M2, M3 20 TA, LLR, R1, R2, R3, R4, RO,
RD, CD, TD, B1, B2, B2, AC, B3
*When an alley, street or railroad R.O.W. separates adjacent districts requiring a buffer yard, the buffer
yard width shall be halved.
(2) Buffer yard landscaping is intended to provide screening of loading docks, refuse collection points,
truck/equipment parking, sources of noise, glare, light, dust, or other negative impacts. Buffer yard
landscaping shall include hedges or screens of evergreen or approved deciduous plant material, capable of
providing a substantial opaque barrier, and attaining a minimum height of 6 feet within three years of
planting. Opaque fencing may also supplement the vegetative plantings, but shall be installed no closer to
the property line than the width of the required buffer yard.
(3) Buffer yard landscaping and parking landscaping screening strips shall not be placed on an easement.
(4) A parking landscaping screening strip, having a Minimum Landscaping Depth of Street Yard as
identified above, shall be installed along any parking area adjacent to a public street right-of-way. No
parking area shall contain more than 100 spaces except as allowed within these regulations. If a greater
number of parking spaces is required, separate parking areas shall be provided, and shall be separated from
other parking areas by landscaped dividing strips, having a minimum width of 6 feet. These strips shall
include trees, shrubs, grasses and other vegetative coverings for a creative aesthetic appearance. A parking
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landscaping screening strip shall also count towards meeting any requirements associated with minimum
equivalent street or buffer yard landscaping.
Alternate plans for parking lots with more than 500 spaces may submitted for approval by a committee
comprised of the Planning Director, Building Department Director and Public Works Director with
recommendations from other appropriate city staff. The Committee shall establish criteria for the review
and approval of larger parking lots based on but not limited to the following areas of concern: overall area
and types of landscaping provided shall not be less than would be required under the conventional
regulations, provision for storm water management and filtering using best available practices, provisions
for adequate lighting, fire protection and security throughout the lot, provisions for pedestrian access
through and around the lot, and provisions for pedestrian access to the site requiring said parking lot.
(5) A development may continue to comply with the buffer yard landscaping requirements in effect at the
time of issuance of its initial building permit, regardless of whether an adjacent lot or property is rezoned to
a less restrictive zoning district which requires additional buffer yard landscaping.
(G) Site Plan Requirements:
(1) A site plan showing the required street yard, buffer yard and/or parking screening landscaping shall be
submitted to the city for review and approval as part of the application for a building permit. The plan shall
include, but not be limited to the following:
(a)Location of proposed landscaping drawn to scale.
(b)Location, size, type and condition of proposed plant and non-plant landscaping materials including
fences, walks, ponds, fountains, benches, lighting and irrigation systems.
(c)Estimated date of completion of the installation of all plantings and finishing materials.
(H) Installation and Maintenance Requirements:
(1) Required landscaping areas shall be installed and maintained in a neat, clean, orderly and healthful
condition. Maintenance shall include proper pruning of trees and shrubs, mowing of lawn and grass areas,
weeding, removal of litter, fertilizing, replacement of plants consistent with this section when necessary,
and the regular watering of all plantings.
(2) The installation of landscaping shall be completed prior to the issuance of any occupancy permit for
buildings on the property, or commencement of the intended use of the property.
(3) If, at the time of commencement of the intended use of the property or application for a certificate of
occupancy, any required landscaping has not been installed or completed due to seasonal or climatic
conditions or plant material being unavailable, the developer or owner of the property shall submit the
following to the Building Department:
(a) A request for extension of the proposed completion date for installation of the required
landscaping, stating the reason for the request, the property owner's current mailing address, and a
commitment to complete the installation of the landscaping by a date certain, not to exceed six
months from the building completion date.
(b) A drawing showing the plan and layout of the landscaping areas.
(c) A cost estimate for the installation of the landscaping area.
(d) A bond, certificate of deposit, letter of credit, cash or other financial surety as may be approved
by the City Attorney guaranteeing faithful performance of the owner or developer's commitment to
complete installation of the required landscaping and payable to the City of Grand Island in the event
that the developer fails to carry out the commitments described in sub-paragraph (a) above.
(4) Upon approval of the foregoing request for extension of time to complete the landscaping installation,
the owner or developer shall be issued a conditional certificate of occupancy or a conditional letter
authorizing commencement of use of the property by the Building Department. The owner or developer
shall complete the installation of the landscaping in accordance with the commitments made pursuant to
sub-paragraph (a) above, and, upon inspection and approval by the Building Department, a certificate of
occupancy or commencement of use letter shall be issued. All limitations on the use of the property relating
to landscaping are deemed to be of no force or effect at that time, and the City shall release the surety or
other security submitted by the owner or developer.
(5) If the owner or developer has not installed the required landscaping with the commitments made pursuant to
sub-paragraph (a) above, the owner or developer shall be deemed to have granted the City or its officers, employees,
agents or representatives permission to enter upon the property to install the required landscaping in accordance with
the plan submitted pursuant to sub-paragraph (c) above using the surety or security filed by the owner or developer
as payment for said installation. The Building Department shall send the owner or developer written notice of
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default and intention to enter onto the property to install required landscaping by certified mail, return receipt
requested, and ordinary first class mail sent to the last known address of said owner or developer at least five (5)
business days prior to making such entry.
Amended by Ordinance No. 9256, effective 04-07-2010
Amended by Ordinance No. 9419, effective 02-15-2013
SECTION 2. Section 36-102 as existing prior to this amendment, and any
ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, are repealed.
SECTION 3. The validity of any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase
of this ordinance shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other section, subsection,
sentence, clause, or phrase thereof.
SECTION 4. That this ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after
its passage and publication in pamphlet form within 15 days according to law.
Enacted: March 12, 2013.
____________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G1
Approving Minutes of February 26, 2013 City Council Regular
Meeting
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
February 26, 2013
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 February 26, 2013. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent
on February 20, 2013.
Mayor Jay Vavricek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following City Council
members were present: Bob Niemann, Linna Dee Donaldson, Chuck Haase, Julie Hehnke, Mitch
Nickerson, John Gericke, Scott Dugan, Mike Paulick, and Vaughn Minton. Councilmember Peg
Gilbert was absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Mary Lou
Brown, Acting City Clerk Brenda Sutherland, City Attorney Robert Sivick, Interim Public
Works Director Terry Brown and Finance Director Jaye Monter.
INVOCATION was given by Father Tim Raasch, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 422 West 2nd
Street and Dan Naranjo, All Faiths Funeral Home, 2929 South Locust Street followed by the
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Vavricek introduced Community Youth Council member Rebecca Riley, a sophomore at
Grand Island Central Catholic and adult sponsor Jennifer Cramer.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS:
Presentation of the “Mayor’s Builder Award” to Fonner Park. Mayor Vavricek presented the
“Mayor’s Builder Award” to Fonner Park. Executive Director Hugh Minor was present and gave
a history of Fonner Park.
Recognition of the Grand Island Senior High Wrestling Team for Class “A” State Wrestling
Championship. Mayor Vavricek and the City Council recognized Grand Island Senior High
Wrestling Team and their coach Mike Schadwinkel for their Class “A” State wrestling
championship. The coach introduced members of the Wrestling team.
RESOLUTIONS:
#2013-54 – Consideration of Honorary Naming of Capital Avenue; Broadwell Avenue to Webb
Road – “Veterans Memorial Avenue”. Interim Public Works Director Terry Brown reported that
a request had been made to have the section of Capital Avenue from Broadwell Avenue to Webb
Road be given the honorary name of “Veterans Memorial Avenue”.
Members from the public that asked to speak on the topic were as follows:
Dave Ziola, 1925 W. 11th, Grand Island, NE,
Gary Quandt, 609 W. 14th, Grand Island, NE
Marlan Ferguson, 2808 Apache Rd., Grand Island, NE
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In addition, The Mayor asked Cindy Johnson from The Chamber of Commerce to join Marlan
Ferguson in his comments and also Pam Lancaster from the County Board. All spoke in favor.
Motion by Gericke, second by Niemann to approve Resolution #2013-54. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
ORDINANCE:
Councilmember Niemann moved “that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title
on three different days are suspended and that ordinances numbered:
#9421 – Consideration of Creation of Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 2013-1,
Summerfield Subdivisions
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 second reading and then upon final
passage and call for a roll call vote on each reading and then upon final passage.”
Councilmember Nickerson seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion
adopted.
Interim Public Works Director Terry Brown reported that the developer of the Summerfield
Subdivision has a desire to move forward with selling other lots in the subdivision for
development. Drainage has been an issue in this subdivision as backwater from Moores Creek
has caused damage to homeowner property and before he moved forward with the rest of the
project there was an interest in creating the storm sewer improvement district to alleviate the
problem. The cost to the homeowner would be $500 and could be spread over seven years. A
presentation was made by Matt Rief of Olsson and Associates. Matt has been the project
manager/engineer who has worked on this project for years.
Members of the public who spoke in support of the topic were as follows:
Greg Baxter, 2121 Monitor Rd., Grand Island, NE (developer)
Bob Arends, 1542 Warbler Circle, Grand Island, NE
Maurice Grudzinski, 3903 Partridge Circle, Grand Island, NE
Buhrl Gilpin, 3904 Partridge Circle, Grand Island, NE
Members of the public who spoke in opposition were as follows:
Catherine Kenna, 3841 Meadowlark Circle, Grand Island, NE
Michelle Brisnehan, 3927 Partridge Circle, Grand Island, NE
David Willis, 1609 Summerfield Ave., Grand Island, NE was neutral to this topic but wanted
information about how it would affect his property.
Motion by Nickerson to approve Ordinance #9421 – died for lack of a second.
Motion by Dugan, second by Hehnke to deny Ordinance #9421.
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City Clerk: Ordinance #9421 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, Councilmembers Minton, Dugan,
Gericke, Nickerson, Hehnke, Haase, Donaldson, and Niemann voted aye. Councilmember
Paulick voted no. Motion adopted.
CONSENT AGENDA: Consent Agenda items G-6 and G-10 were removed from the agenda for
further discussion. Motion by Donaldson, second by Niemann to approve the Consent Agenda
excluding items G-6 and G-10. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Approving Minutes of February 12, 2013 City Council Regular Meeting.
Approving Minutes of February 19, 2013 City Council Study Session/Special Meeting.
Approving Appointment of Michael Corman to South Locust Business Improvement District
2012.
Approving Appointment of Ryan Waind to Business Improvement District #6.
#2013-47 – Approving Bid Award for Water Main Project 2013-W-1 – Clark Street at the Union
Pacific Railroad Tracks with Van Kirk Brothers Construction of Sutton, NE in an Amount of
$79,798.50.
#2013-48 – Approving Contract for Concession Stand Operations at the Veterans Athletic Field
Complex with Rathjen & Son Enterprises, Inc. dba The Snow of Grand Island, NE for three
years. Parks and Recreation Director Todd McCoy reported that proposal had been received in
January for the concession stand operations at the Veterans Athletic Field Complex. One
proposal had been received which met the requirements of the proposal. The Snow had the
contract last year and staff recommended approving the contract for another three years.
Discussion was held concerning improvements of the building by The Snow. Henry Rathjen
answered questions on the improvements they planned to make.
Motion by Dugan, second by Nickerson to approve Resolution #2013-48. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2013-49 – Approving Bid Award for Golf Course Irrigation Variable Frequency Drive with The
Sprinkler Company of Stanton, NE in an Amount of $43,599.98.
#2013-50 – Approving State Bid Award for (1) 2013 2500 HD Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Pickup
for the Streets Division of the Public Works Department with Husker Auto Group of Lincoln,
NE in an Amount of $44,033.00.
#2013-51 – Approving State Bid Award for (1) 2013 F-150 Ford 4x2 Pickup for the Streets
Division of the Public Works Department with Sid Dillon of Crete, NE in an Amount of
$20,621.00.
#2013-52 – Approving Extension of Residency Requirement Date for Fire Chief Cory Schmidt.
City Administrator Mary Lou Brown reported that the City Personnel Rules required Department
Directors to live within 12 miles of the city limits within six months of their hiring date. Fire
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Chief Schmidt was hired on October 1, 2012 and his six months would be up on April 1, 2013.
He is in the process of building a new home north of Grand Island and requested an extension of
six months to meet the residency requirement.
Comments were made by a few Councilmembers of the importance of Department Directors
living in Grand Island and being part of the community.
Motion by Haase to deny Resolution #2013-52. Motion died due to lack of a second.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Minton to approve Resolution #2013-52. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Minton, Paulick, Gericke, Nickerson, Haase, and Niemann voted aye.
Councilmembers Dugan, Hehnke, and Donaldson voted no. Motion adopted.
#2013-53 – Approving Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with NDOR and Olsson Associates for
Engineering Consulting Services Related to Capital Avenue Widening – Webb Road to
Broadwell Avenue.
#2013-55 – Approving Bid Award for (15) Protective Transport Systems with Jack’s Uniform
and Equipment of South Sioux City, IA in an Amount of $24,009.97.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Dugan, second by Nickerson to approve the Claims for the period of February 13,
2013 through February 26, 2013, for a total amount of $4,969,958.09. Unanimously approved.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:48 p.m.
Brenda Sutherland
Acting City Clerk
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Council Session
Item G2
Approving Minutes of March 5, 2013 City Council Study Session
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
March 5, 2013
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Study Session of the City Council of the City of Grand
Island, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 100 East First Street, on
March 5, 2013. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on February
27, 2013.
Mayor Jay Vavricek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following Councilmembers
were present: Scott Dugan, John Gericke, Mitch Nickerson, Chuck Haase, and Bob Niemann.
Councilmembers Peg Gilbert, Vaughn Minton, Mike Paulick, Julie Hehnke, and Linna Dee
Donaldson were absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Mary Lou
Brown, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, City Attorney Robert Sivick, and Finance Director Jaye
Monter.
INVOCATION was given by Community Youth Council member Emma Kreutzer followed by
the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Vavricek introduced CYC member Emma Kreutzer.
SPECIAL ITEMS:
Presentation by Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway, & Luth for Fiscal Year 2012 City Single Audit
and General Purpose Financial Statements and Electric and Water Audit Reports. Finance
Director Jaye Monter introduced Terry Galloway representing Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway, &
Luth who presented a PowerPoint presentation on the Fiscal Year 2012 Audit. He stated they
were giving the City a clean opinion and complimented the City on their finances.
Grand Island’s Outstanding Debt decreased by $10,046,377 (18.8%) during the current fiscal
year due to scheduled principal payments. Total net assets were $601,335,686.
Discussion was held concerning the adjustment from restricted to unrestricted cash and net assets
in the amount of $956,305 for the landfill. The need for the closure/post closure liability was
$3,054,567. Currently $4,010,872 was set aside for the closure/post closure. Landfill
Superintendent Jeff Waiter answered questions concerning the life of the landfill. Currently
Phase 1 was 35 years, but they had the capacity for 100 years. Mr. Galloway stated there was $1
million in excess.
Net assets were increased $3,191,337 as of September 30, 2011, to reflect City infrastructure
paid for directly by the State of Nebraska. Business-type net assets were increased and discretely
presented component unit net assets were decreased $8,854,061 to reclassify the landfill from a
component unit to an Enterprise Fund.
Reviewed was the budgetary comparison schedule. Total general government was under budget
$240,374, public safety was under budget $1,109,731, public works was under budget $362,783,
environment and leisure was under budget $116,971 and non-departmental was under budget
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$404,326 for a total under budget amount of $2,234,185. Personnel and equipment were the
reasons these funds were not spent.
Comments were made about budget authority and using the money that was budgeted if needed.
City Administrator Mary Lou Brown mentioned most of the savings was in open personnel
positions. She stated she would be sitting down with the Department Director’s to more closely
monitor their budget needs.
Cash reserves were at 30.69% for 2012 which was the level they needed to be. Mr. Galloway
stated we were in great financial shape in the General Fund and our outstanding debt was very
good at 0.76%.
The top 5 sources of revenues were: sales tax; property taxes; grants and contributions; state
allocation; and charges for services. Levy rates were reviewed over the last eight years with the
2012 levy rate at 0.324425. Governmental expenses per capita based on 48,520 population were
as follows: General Government - $75; Public Safety - $347; Public Works - $116; and
Environment and Leisure - $107.
Mr. Galloway stated the City was better off today than they were a year ago and it was the best
report he had ever given to the City. Ms. Brown complimented the Finance staff for the work
they had done.
Scott Kuehl, 1419 Independence Avenue spoke in opposition of transferring funds from the Fire
Reserve to the General Fund because of State, Federal and IRS rules. He stated the Police and
Fire funds should be kept separate.
Ms. Monter stated the City was currently funding General Fund Firefighter employer
contributions to the defined contribution plans with the excess contributions in the Fire Reserve
810 Fund. Pending Council approval, the following funding uses were under consideration:
General Fund contributions in fiscal year 2013 for the two recent pre-84 Police retirees as
well as future pre-84 Police retirees
Future pension disability payments for both Police Officers and Firefighters
General Fund Police Officer employer contributions to the defined contribution plans
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
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Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G3
#2013-56 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2703 East
Highway 30 - CMJ Rentals
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-1.
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-56
WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island,
from CMJ Rentals, to survey, construct, inspect, maintain, repair, replace, relocate, extend,
remove, and operate thereon, public utilities and appurtenances, including lines and
transformers; and;
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on March 12, 2013, for the purpose of
discussing the proposed acquisition of an easement located in the City of Grand Island, Hall
County, Nebraska; and more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at Southeast corner of Lot Two (2) Riffel Subdivision; thence northerly
along the westerly line of Lot Two (2) said Riffel Subdivision, a distance of seventy
five (75.0) feet to the ACTUAL Point of Beginning; thence deflecting right 32º28’07”
and running in a northeasterly direction, a distance of one hundred sixty two (162.0)
feet to the point of termination. The side lines of the above described tract shall be
prolonged or shortened as required to terminate on the boundary of Grantor’s property.
The above-described easement and right-of-way containing 0.07 acres, more or less, as
shown on the plat dated 2/12/2013, marked Exhibit “A” attached hereto and
incorporated herein by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and
hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from CMJ Rentals, on the above-
described tract of land.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G4
#2013-57 - Approving Bid Award - 2013 Truck Chassis with
Service Crane Body & Tip-Mounted Capstan - Underground
Division
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger,Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, City Attorney
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:2013 Truck Chassis with Service Crane, Body and Tip-
Mounted Capstan (Unit #1672) - Underground Division
Item #’s:G-4
Presenter(s):Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
The Utilities Department, Underground Division, has a 1994 truck (Unit #1672) with
95,000 miles and a service body that is at the end of its life expectancy. In addition to the
mileage, the engine also has considerable unmetered operating time for an auxiliary
generator to support jobsite work requirements.
Discussion
Specifications for replacement of Unit #1672 were prepared by Department Staff,
advertised in accordance with the City Purchasing Code, sent to four potential bidders,
and posted on the City’s Web Site. The bids were publically opened on February 13,
2013. Two bids were received as tabulated below. The budgeted amount for this
replacement vehicle was $115,000.
Bidder Exceptions Make of the Vehicle Bid Price
Palfleet Truck Equipment
Council Bluffs, IA Noted Ford $ 96,390.00
Hansen International Truck, Inc.
Grand Island, NE Noted International $113,169.00
The bids were reviewed by Utility Department staff. Both trucks have exceptions to the
specifications:
Palfleet Truck Equipment – The crane rating is less than specified, but the lifting
capacity and boom extension are in excess of those specified.
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Hansen International – A 6.4 liter engine with a five speed transmission was bid instead
of the specified 6.7 liter engine with a six speed transmission.
All other exceptions to both trucks are minor and are acceptable.
Department staff recommends that the 2013 Truck Chassis with Service Crane Body and
Tip-Mounted Capstan from Palfleet Truck Equipment of Council Bluffs, Iowa, in the
amount of $96,390.00 as the lowest bid for the replacement unit for the Underground
Division’s Unit 1672.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the purchase of the 2013
Truck Chassis with Service Crane, Body and Tip-Mounted Capstan (Unit 1672) for the
Underground Division, from Palfleet Truck Equipment, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, in the
amount of $96,390.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the purchase of a 2013 Truck Chassis with Service Crane, Body and
Tip-Mounted Capstan (Unit #1672) from Palfleet Truck Equipment, of Council Bluffs,
Iowa, in the amount of $96,390.00.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:February 13, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.
FOR:2013 Truck Chassis w/Service Crane Body & Tip-Mounted
Capstan
DEPARTMENT:Utilities
ESTIMATE:$115,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:520
PUBLICATION DATE:January 21, 2013
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:4
SUMMARY
Bidder:Palfleet Truck Equipment Hansen International Truck, Inc.
Council Bluffs, IA Grand Island, NE
Exceptions:Noted Noted
Make:Ford International
Bid Price:$96,390.00 $113,169.00
cc:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director Bob Smith, Assist. Utilities Director
Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Pat Gericke, Utilities Admin. Assist.
Randy Leiser, Elec. Underground Supt.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-57
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for a 2013 Truck
Chassis with Service Crane Body and Tip-Mounted Capstan, according to plans and
specifications on file with the Utilities Department; and
WHEREAS, on February 13, 2013, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Palfleet Truck Equipment of Council Bluffs, Iowa, submitted a bid
in accordance with the terms of the advertisement for bids and plans and specifications and all
other statutory requirements contained therein, such proposal being in the amount of $96,390.00;
and
WHEREAS, the bid of Palfleet Truck Equipment is less than the estimate for the
2013 Truck Chassis with Service Crane Body and Tip-Mounted Capstan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Palfleet Truck Equipment in
the amount of $96,390.00, for a 2013 Truck Chassis with Service Crane Body and Tip-Mounted
Capstan, is hereby approved as the lowest bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G5
#2013-58 - Approving Bid Award - Vacuum, Blast Cleaning, High
Pressure Wash - Platte Generating Station
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting Date:March 12, 2013
Subject:Vacuum, Blast Cleaning and High Pressure Wash –
Spring Outage 2013
Item #’s:G-5
Presenter(s):Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
The electrostatic precipitator at the Platte Generating Station is the air quality control
equipment used to remove coal ash particulates from the plant’s boiler flue gas stream.
Proper performance of this equipment is required as part of the plant’s operating permit.
Due to volume and characteristics of the coal ash, the precipitator must be grit blasted
twice a year to remove ash build-up to allow the plant to remain below permitted
emission levels. In addition to maintaining performance, removal of the ash deposits also
allows an inspection of the precipitator internal surfaces and components.
The next outage is scheduled for April of this year. Specifications were developed by the
plant maintenance staff to include grit blasting of the electrostatic precipitator, bulk
vacuuming of the associated ductwork and hoppers and high pressure water wash of the
bottom ash system.
Discussion
The specifications for the Vacuum, Blast Cleaning and High Pressure Wash-Spring
Outage 2013 were advertised and issued for bid in accordance with the City Purchasing
Code. Bids were publicly opened on February 19, 2013. Specifications were sent to four
potential bidders and responses were received as listed below. The base engineer’s
estimate for this project was $100,000.00.
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Bidder Base Bid Tax Total Bid
Meylan Enterprises, Inc.
Omaha, NE $ 67,800 $ 4,657.95 $ 72,457.95
W-S Industrial Services, Inc.
Council Bluffs, IA $ 79,249 $ 5,547.42 $ 87,796.43
Graycor Blasting
Oakbrook Terrace, IL $ 192,854 $13,499.00 $206,353.00
The bidders listed no exceptions to the specification. The bid from Meylan Enterprises,
Inc. is compliant with specifications and the base bid is within the engineer’s estimate.
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 award the Contract for Vacuum, Blast
Cleaning and High Pressure Wash - Spring Outage 2013, to Meylan Enterprises, Inc., of
Omaha, Nebraska, as the low responsive bidder, with the total bid price (including taxes),
of $72,457.95.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid (including taxes) of $72,457.95, from Meylan Enterprises, Inc.,
for the Vacuum, Blast Cleaning and High Pressure Wash - Spring Outage 2013.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Jason Eley, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:February 19, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.
FOR:Vacuum, Blast Cleaning and High Pressure
Wash – Spring Outage 2013
DEPARTMENT:Utilities
ESTIMATE:$100,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:520
PUBLICATION DATE:January 31, 2013
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:4
SUMMARY
Bidder:W-S Industrial Services, Inc.Graycor Blasting Company
Council Bluffs, IA Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Bid Security:Merchants Bonding Company Federal Insurance Company
Exceptions:None None
Bid Price:
Precipitator Blast:$42,052.00 $145,588.00
Vacuum Services:$18,747.00 $ 24,146.00
Water Blasting:$18,450.00 $ 23,120.00
Sales Tax:$ 5,547.42 $ 13,499.00
Total Bid:$87,796.43 $206,353.00
Bidder:Meylan Enterprises, Inc.
Omaha, NE
Bid Security:Universal Surety Company
Exceptions:None
Bid Price:
Precipitator Blast:$26,500.00
Vacuum Services:$21,850.00
Water Blasting:$19,450.00
Sales Tax:$14,657.95
Total Bid:$72.457.95
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cc:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director Bob Smith, Assist. Utilities Director
Darrell Dorsey, PGS Superintendent Pat Gericke, Utilities Admin. Assist.
Karen Nagel, Utility Secretary
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-58
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Vacuum, Blast
Cleaning and High Pressure Wash at the Platte Generating Station, according to plans and
specifications on file with the Utilities Department; and
WHEREAS, on February 19, 2013, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Meylan Enterprises, Inc., of Omaha, Nebraska, submitted a bid in
accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other
statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $72,457.95; and
WHEREAS, the bid of Meylan Enterprises, Inc., is less than the estimate for the
Vacuum, Blast Cleaning and High Pressure Wash at the Platte Generating Station
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Meylan Enterprises, in the
amount of $72,457.95 for Vacuum, Blast Cleaning and High Pressure Wash at the Platte
Generating Station is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G6
#2013-59 - Approving Amendment #1 to the Plan Review
Agreement between the City of Grand Island and NE Dept. of
Health & Human Services
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, City Attorney
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject: Agreement between the City of Grand Island and the Nebraska
Department of Health and Human Services – Amendment No. 1
Item #’s:G-
Presenter(s):Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
The Utilities Department operates under the authority of a license granted by the State of
Nebraska, Division of Public Health of the Department of Health and Human Services.
The State establishes operating rules and regulations for all public water systems under
Title 179, Public Water Systems. Chapter 2 of Title 179 was revised on April 4, 2010.
Prior to April 4, 2010, the City of Grand Island had the authority to extend water mains
within its established service area by its own authority. City engineering staff developed
and enforced specifications in accordance with the State’s Title 179 requirements and
used those specifications for all City water distribution system extensions and additions.
Historically, major system expansions, such as transmission line to the City Wellfield or
the recent system extension to Alda, required that the design specifications and drawings
be sent to the state for review and approval. As of the April 4, 2010 revisions to Title
179, not only major expansions but all water system extensions and additions must now
be submitted to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for review and
approval. The authority of the local jurisdiction to design, review and approve the
routine water system extensions has been removed.
Included in the April 4, 2010 regulatory changes is a program for larger water systems
that allow local jurisdictions to retain approval authority for most of their water system
extension projects. The program requires the local water system to make a one-time
submittal of its standard specifications for review and approval in accordance with an
agreement between the parties. This program was initiated in 2010 between the Utilities
Department and HHS for three years and is now subject to renewal. A copy of a
proposed amendment which will allow renewal of the original agreement is attached. If
approved by the parties, the local water system is authorized, for a three year period, to
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conduct the required reviews of water system extension projects. Application to HHS for
the review agreement authorization includes submittal of a fee of $900.00, and an annual
review fee of $900.00 for the term of the Amendment.
Discussion
Review fees for projects that have been submitted to the State often exceed $1,000.00 per
project and for the last four years, the number of water main projects has averaged
thirteen per year. The Utilities Department has the personnel and expertise on staff to
comply with the State program without additional expense.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the Agreement between the
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the City of Grand Island, and
authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement.
Sample Motion
Make a motion to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between the Nebraska
Department of Health and Human Services and the City of Grand Island.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island Water Department operates under the
authority of a license granted by the State of Nebraska, Division of Public Health of the
Department of Health and Human Services; and
WHEREAS, the State establishes operating rules and regulations for all public
water systems under Title 179, Public Water Systems; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island has entered into an Agreement with the
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services that allows the City to use approved
standard plans for water main projects; and
WHEREAS, Amendment No. 1 to the original Agreement has been written
between the City of Grand Island and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
to continue until April 27, 2016 for water main project plans review pursuant to Chapter 2 of
Title 179, Public Water Systems.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement
between the City of Grand Island and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services,
is hereby approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G7
#2013-60 - Approving Bid Award for Blaine Street Paving; Project
No. 2012-P-2 - Wildwood Drive to Schimmer Drive
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Keith Kurz, Public Works Engineer
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Bid Award for Blaine Street Paving; Project
No. 2012-P-2 – Wildwood Drive to Schimmer Drive
Item #’s:G-7
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
On February 14, 2013 the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department
advertised for bids for Blaine Street Paving; Project No. 2012-P-2 – Wildwood Drive to
Schimmer Drive. There were 5 potential bidders for the project.
Discussion
Five (5) bids were received and opened on March 1, 2013. The bids were submitted in
compliance with the contract, plans, and specifications. A summary of the bids is shown
below.
Bidder Exceptions Total Bid
Gehring Construction & Ready Mix Co. of
Columbus, NE
None Base Bid - $549,482.30
Alternate #1 - $39,047.60
The Diamond Engineering Co. of Grand Island, NE None Base Bid - $630,854.60
Alternate #1 - $36,250.16
A & R Construction Co. of Plainview, NE None Base Bid - $639,734.45
Alternate #1 - $49,926.80
Blessing Construction of Kearney, NE None Base Bid - $721,184.25
Alternate #1 – 42,544.40
Dobson Brothers Construction of Lincoln, NE None Base Bid - $767,997.10
Alternate #1 - $38,206.00
The Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation requested to reallocate the
$575,000.00 of LB840 funds to allow for paving of Blaine Street, from Wildwood Drive
to Schimmer Drive. This reallocation was approved on February 12, 2013, by Resolution
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No. 2013-39. The LB840 funds will be combined with the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) as a match to the City funds to fully fund this paving project.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve awarding a contract to
Gehring Construction & Ready Mix Company of Columbus, Nebraska in the amount of
$588,529.90 as the low compliant bid that meets specifications.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid award.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:March 1, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.
FOR:Blaine Street Paving Project No. 2012-P-2
Wildwood Drive to Schimmer Drive
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
ESTIMATE:$1.2 million
FUND/ACCOUNT:25111621-74360-25211
PUBLICATION DATE:February 14, 2013
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:5
SUMMARY
Bidder:Blessing Construction The Diamond Engineering Co.
Kearney, NE Grand Island, NE
Bid Security:Granite Re, Inc.Universal Surety Co.
Exceptions:None None
Base Bid:$721,184.25 $630,854.60
Alternate #1:$ 42,544.40 $ 36,250.16
Bidder:A & R Construction Co.Gehring Construction & Ready Mix Co.
Plainview, NE Columbus, NE
Bid Security:Universal Surety Co.Universal Surety Co.
Exceptions:None None
Base Bid:$639,734.45 $549,482.30
Alternate #1:$ 49,926.80 $ 39,047.60
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Bidder:Dobson Brothers Construction
Lincoln, NE
Bid Security:Granite Re, Inc.
Exceptions:None
Base Bid:$767,997.10
Alternate #1:$ 38,206.00
cc:Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Keith Kurz, PW Engineer
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-60
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Blaine Street Paving;
Project No. 2012-P-2 – Wildwood Drive to Schimmer Drive, according to plans and
specifications on file with the City Engineer/Public Works Director; and
WHEREAS, on March 1, 2013 bids were received, opened, and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Gehring Construction & Ready Mix Co. of Columbus, Nebraska
submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and
specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the
amount of $588,529.90; and
WHEREAS, Gehring Construction & Ready Mix Co.’s bid was below the
engineer’s estimate for the project: and
WHEREAS, $575,000.00 of LB840 funds will be combined with a Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) as a match to the City funds to fully fund this paving project
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Gehring Construction &
Ready Mix Co. of Columbus, Nebraska in the amount of $588,529.90 for Blaine Street Paving;
Project No. 2012-P-2 – Wildwood Drive to Schimmer Drive is hereby approved as the lowest
responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute a contract with such contractor for such project on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G8
#2013-61 - Approving Bid Award for the 2013 Chip Seal Project
No. 2013-CS-1
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Scott Griepenstroh, Public Works Project Manager
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Bid Award for the 2013 Chip Seal Project No.
2013-CS-1
Item #’s:G-8
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
All agreements must be approved by the City Council.
Chip seals are constructed by evenly spraying emulsified (liquefied) asphaltic materials
onto an existing pavement and then embedding finely graded aggregate (rocks) into it.
The aggregate is evenly distributed over the emulsified asphaltic, then rolled into a
smooth pavement surface.
A chip seal is a cost effective preventive maintenance strategy. When applied at the right
time, a chip seal preserves the pavement from advanced deterioration because it seals
small cracks, inhibits water intrusion and provides a new riding surface. Chip seals, along
with other preventive maintenance strategies, can extend the performance and life of a
pavement, resulting in lower life cycle costs.
Public Works staff attained technical expertise and experience from Nebraska
Department of Roads Engineering and Maintenance personnel to develop specifications
for chip seals on our urban streets. These specifications require select manufactured
aggregates and higher grade emulsified asphalt to assure successful aggregate adhesion
and extended performance.
On February 18, 2013 the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department
advertised for bids for the 2013 Chip Seal Project No. 2013-CS-1. There were 6 potential
bidders for the project. This year’s work involves chip sealing on the following City
streets.
Section #1. Southbound driving lanes, and left turn bays, of South Locust Street from
approximately ¾ miles south of US Highway 34 to approximately ½ mile north of
Interstate 80. The inside 3’ shoulder and the outside 8’ shoulders shall be treated with a
double application of fog seal.
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Section #2. The on and off ramps at the US Highway 281 and Nebraska Highway 2
Interchange. No treatment will be required for the shoulders of the ramps.
Discussion
Two (2) bids were received and opened on March 5, 2013. The bid was submitted in
compliance with the contract, plans, and specifications. A summary of the bid is shown
below.
Bidder Exceptions Total Bid
Gary Smith Construction Co., Inc. of Grand
Island, NE
None $104,020.00
Sta-bilt Construction Co. of Harlan, IA None $126,021.00
There are sufficient funds in Account No. 10033506.85351 to fund this project.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve awarding a contract to Gary
Smith Construction Co., Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of $104.020.00 as
the low compliant bid that meets specifications.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid award.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:March 5, 2013 at 2:15 p.m.
FOR:Chip Seal Project No. 2013-CS-1
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
ESTIMATE:$140,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:10033506-85351
PUBLICATION DATE:February 18, 2013
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:6
SUMMARY
Bidder:Sta-bilt Construction Co.Gary Smith Const. Co., Inc.
Harlan, IA Grand Island, NE
Bid Security:Employers Mutual Casualty Co.Island Insurance Co.
Exceptions:None None
Bid Price:$126,021.00 $104,020.00
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Terry Brown, PW Engineer
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-61
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Chip Seal Project
No. 2013-CS-1, according to plans and specifications on file with the City Engineer/Public
Works Director; and
WHEREAS, on March 5, 2013 bids were received, opened, and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Gary Smith Construction Co., Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska
submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and
specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the
amount of $104,020.00; and
WHEREAS, Gary Smith Construction Co., Inc.’s bid was below the engineer’s
estimate for the project: and
WHEREAS, funds are available in the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 budget for this
project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Gary Smith Construction
Co., Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of $104,020.00 for Chip Seal Project 2013-
CS-1 is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute a contract with such contractor for such project on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G9
#2013-62 - Approving Bid Award for Handicap Ramp Project No.
2013-1
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Scott Griepenstroh, Public Works Project Manager
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Bid Award for Handicap Ramp Project No.
2013-1
Item #’s:G-9
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
On February 18, 2013 the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department
advertised for bids for the construction of handicap ramps at various intersections in the
City. The City is required to have a planned schedule for upgrading public sidewalk
ramps to conform to American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The current
schedule and budget will bring the City into compliance in approximately 24 years.
Reconstruction of ramps is also required in conjunction with street resurfacing activities.
Last year’s resurfacing locations did not require reconstruction of sidewalk ramps,
therefore in order to remain on schedule; sites near elementary schools were selected for
improvement. Public sidewalk ramps will be reconstructed at Jefferson, Lincoln, Dodge,
Wasmer and Gates Schools. The attached map shows the locations for this year’s work.
Discussion
Two (2) bids were received and opened on March 5, 2013. The Engineering Division of
the Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division of the City's Attorney's Office
have reviewed the bids that were received. A summary of the bids is shown below.
Bidder Exceptions Bid Price
The Diamond Engineering Co. of Grand Island, NE None $122,803.39
Galvan Construction, Inc. of Grand Island, NE None $99,480.50
Funds are available in Account No. 10033503.85318 & 10033506.85351.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the bid award to the low
compliant bidder, Galvan Construction, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of
$99,480.50.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid award.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:March 5, 2013 at 2:30 p.m.
FOR:Handicap Ramp Project 2013-1
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
ESTIMATE:$135,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:10033503-85318 & 10033506-85351
PUBLICATION DATE:February 18, 2013
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:10
SUMMARY
Bidder:Galvan Construction, Inc.The Diamond Engineering Co.
Grand Island, NE Grand Island, NE
Bid Security:Cashier’s Check Universal Surety Co.
Exceptions:None None
Bid Price:
Section A:$21,258.25 $24,677.40
Section B:$26,434.00 $31,810.75
Section C:$19,236.00 $25,247.59
Section D:$17,863.25 $23,216.15
Section E:$14,689.00 $17,851.50
Total Bid:$99,480.50 $122,803.39
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-62
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Handicap Ramp
Project Number 2013-1, according to plans and specifications on file with the Public Works
Department; and
WHEREAS, on March 5, 2013 bids were received, opened, and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Galvan Construction, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska submitted a
bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all
other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $99,480.50; and
WHEREAS, Galvan Construction Inc.’s bid is less than the estimate for such
project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Galvan Construction, Inc. of
Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of $99,480.50 for Handicap Ramp Project No. 2013-1 is
hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute a contract with such contractor for such project on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G10
#2013-63 - Approving Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with NDOR
and Olsson Associates for Engineering Consulting Services Related
to Capital Avenue Widening – Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Scott Griepenstroh, Project Manager
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with NDOR
and Olsson Associates for Engineering Consulting
Services Related to Capital Avenue Widening – Webb
Road to Broadwell Avenue
Item #’s:G-10
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
All agreements must be approved by the City Council.
The City and the Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) entered into an agreement,
which was executed by the City on May 24, 2011 by Resolution No. 2011-124. This
agreement specifies the various duties and funding responsibilities of this Federal-Aid
project. The agreement requires that NDOR Standards and Specifications are to be used
for design, construction inspection and quality control.
On September 27, 2011, by Resolution No. 2011-283 the City entered into an agreement
with Olsson Associates for engineering consulting services for the Capital Avenue
Widening – Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue project. The work was to be performed at
actual costs with a maximum amount of $354,124.45, plus a fixed-fee-for-profit amount
of $44,912.99, for a total agreement amount of $399,037.44. The fixed-fee is computed
upon the direct labor or wage costs, indirect labor costs, indirect-non-labor costs, and
direct payroll additives.
On February 26, 2013, by Resolution No. 2013-53 the City Council approved
Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Olsson Associates for engineering consulting
services for the Capital Avenue Widening – Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue project.
The fixed fee amount was increased from $44,912.99 to $46,578.62, an increase of
$1,665.63. Actual costs are increased from $354,124.45 to $387,316.28, an increase of
$33,191.83. The total agreement is increased from $399,037.44 to $433,894.90, an
increase of $34,857.46.
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Discussion
The original agreement with Olsson Associates and the City is being supplemented to
allow for additional services to develop environmental documentation in accordance with
the National Environmental Policy Act of 1970. This Act requires agencies to consider all
potential environmental impacts in the planning and design for any transportation project
receiving Federal Aid.
The environmental document to be prepared by Olsson Associates is the Categorical
Exclusion Document. This document confirms that the project will not cause significant
impacts to planned growth or land use, will not significantly impact natural, cultural,
recreational, historic or other resources, will not produce significant air, noise or water
quality impacts, and that this project complies with several other environmental
regulations.
Due to the increase in scope from a three lane to a five lane improvement, additional
evaluation and documentation will be required for potential farmland, park ground and
historical property impacts. Because of the added potential impacts, the effort for
developing the Categorical Exclusion document has increased significantly. Also, the
process for documenting hazardous materials (Hazmat) has recently increased; additional
database searches and more coordination with NDOR is now required.
The schedule for the environmental phase of the project has been accelerated in order to
capture 2013 Federal funds for relocation of utilities. Utilization of additional staff and
additional coordination meetings with NDOR and the Federal Highway Administration is
included with this supplemental agreement.
The original agreement is amended and the fixed-fee-for-profit is increased from
$46,578.62 to $49,780.08, an increase of $3,201.46. Actual costs are increased from
$387,316.28 to $412,525.82, an increase of $25,209.54. The total agreement amount is
increased from $433,894.90 to $462,305.90, an increase of $28,411.00 which the
Consultant must not exceed without the prior written approval of the LPA. The City’s
estimated share will increase from $86,778.98 to $92,461.18, an increase of $5,682.20.
Olsson Associates is currently seeking environmental clearance and developing plans and
specifications. Relocation of utilities is anticipated to begin in 2014. Construction is
anticipated to begin in 2015.
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
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve a resolution authorizing the
Mayor to sign the Supplemental Agreement No. 2.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT #2
PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING AND NEPA SERVICES
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
OLSSON ASSOCIATES, INC.
PROJECT NO. URB-5436(5)
CONTROL NO. 42707
CAPITAL AVE, WEBB RD – BROADWELL AVE
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, made and entered into by and between the City
of Grand Island, Nebraska, hereinafter referred to as the Local Public Agency or "LPA," and
Olsson Associates, Inc., hereinafter referred to as the "Consultant."
WHEREAS, the Consultant and the LPA entered into Engineering Agreement BK1185
executed by the Consultant on September 21, 2011 and executed by the LPA on September 27,
2011, hereinafter referred to as the “Original Agreement”, and a supplemental agreement yet to
be executed by the Consultant and LPA, hereinafter referred to as “Supplemental Agreement No.
1”, providing for preliminary engineering and environmental documentation services for Project
No. URB-5436(5), and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that additional environmental documentation due to an
increase from 3 to 5 lanes, not contemplated in the Original Agreement or Supplemental
Agreement No.1 be added under this supplemental agreement, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to increase the Consultant's compensation by this
supplemental agreement for the additional work necessary to complete the project, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the LPA that the project be constructed under the
designation of Project No. URB-5436(5), as evidenced by the Resolution of the LPA dated the
__________ day of ________________, 2013, attached and identified as EXHIBIT “A” and made
a part of this agreement, and
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of these facts, the Consultant and LPA agree as
follows:
SECTION 1. A Written Notice-to-Proceed was issued to the Consultant on February 13, 2013 to
perform the additional work through Consultant Work Order 2. Any additional work or services
performed by Consultant on the project prior to the date specified in the written Notice-to-Proceed
is not eligible for reimbursement.
SECTION 2. The Consultant will perform the additional work stipulated in Consultant Work Order
2, which is attached as Exhibit “B” and hereby made a part of this supplemental agreement.
SECTION 3. For the work required, Section 6 of the Original Agreement is hereby amended and
the fixed-fee-for-profit is increased from $46,578.62 to $49,780.08, an increase of $3,201.46.
Actual costs are increased from $387,316.28 to $412,525.82, an increase of $25,209.54. The
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-63
WHEREAS, on May 24, 2011, by Resolution No. 2011-124 the Grand Island City
Council approved entering into an agreement with the Nebraska Department of Roads for the
Capital Avenue – Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue Project; and
WHEREAS, on September 27, 2011, by Resolution No. 2011-283 the Grand
Island City Council approved entering into an agreement with Olsson Associates for engineering
consulting services for such project; and
WHEREAS, on February 26, 2013, by Resolution No. 2013-53 the Grand Island
City Council approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Olsson Associates to allow for
identification of potential conflicts with underground utilities owned by Northwestern Gas and
CenturyLink; and
WHEREAS, the work was to be performed at actual costs with a maximum
amount of $387,316.28, plus a fixed-fee-for-profit amount of $46,578.62, for a total agreement
amount of $433,894.90, and
WHEREAS, the original agreement is now being supplemented to allow for
additional services to develop environmental documentation in accordance with the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1970; and
WHEREAS, the original agreement is amended and the fixed-fee-for-profit is
increased from $46,578.62 to $49,780.08, and increase of $3,201.46. Actual costs are increased
from $387,316.28 to $412,525.82, an increase of $25,209.54. The total agreement amount is
increased from $433,894.90 to $462,305.90, an increase of $28,411.00 which the Consultant
must not exceed without the prior written approval of the LPA; and
WHERES, the City’s estimated share will increase from $86,778.98 to
$92,461.18, an increase of $5,682.20; and
WHEREAS, Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the original agreement with
Olsson Associates is required to proceed with this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with
Olsson Associates for engineering consulting services related to Capital Avenue – Webb Road to
Broadwell Avenue is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G11
#2013-64 - Approving State Bid Award for (1) 2013 3500HD
Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Pickup for the Wastewater Division of the
Public Works Department
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong, Wastewater Plant Engineer
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving State Bid Award for (1) 2013 3500HD
Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Pickup for the Wastewater
Division of the Public Works Department
Item #’s:G-11
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
The Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department budgeted for a pickup for
daily work duties within Collection Services. The approved FY 2013 budget included
$40,000.00 for replacement of a pickup in the Wastewater Division.
Discussion
The vehicle specifications awarded under State of Nebraska Contract #13417 OC meet all
of the requirements for the Wastewater Division vehicle. Sid Dillon Crete, Inc. of Crete,
Nebraska submitted a bid with no exceptions in the amount of $37,908.00. There are
sufficient funds for this purchase in Account No. 53030054-85625.
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
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the State Bid Award to Sid
Dillon Crete, Inc. of Crete, Nebraska in the amount of $37,908.00 for the 2013 3500HD
Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Pickup for the Wastewater Division of the Public Works
Department.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-64
WHEREAS, the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department for the
City of Grand Island, budgeted for a vehicle in the 2012/2013 fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, said vehicle, a 2013 3500HD Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 pickup, can
be obtained from the State Contract holder; and
WHEREAS, purchasing the vehicle from the State Contract meets all statutory
bidding requirements, and
WHEREAS, Sid Dillon Crete, Inc. of Crete, Nebraska submitted a bid with no
exceptions in the amount of $37,908.00; and
WHEREAS, the funding for such vehicle is provided in the 2012/2013 budget;
and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the purchase of a 2013 3500HD
Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 pickup in the amount of $37,908.00 from the State Contract holder, Sid
Dillon Crete, Inc. of Crete, Nebraska is hereby approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G12
#2013-65 - Approving Union Pacific Railroad Pipeline Crossing
Agreement for North Interceptor – Phase I Improvements; Project
No. 2012-S-6
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong, Wastewater Plant Engineer
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Union Pacific Railroad Pipeline Crossing
Agreement for North Interceptor – Phase I
Improvements; Project No. 2012-S-6
Item #’s:G-12
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
The North Interceptor-Phase I Improvements is comprised of 5.5 miles of sewage
collection infrastructure, installed over forty (40) years from the early 1970’s to the
present. Segments of the interceptor are in use beyond their engineered useful life, and
the integrity of these is questionably compromised. Additionally, this interceptor will not
be able to meet the capacity requirements warranted by Grand Island’s growth
projections for the area.
This gravity sewer interceptor project has incorporated modern large diameter sewer pipe
methodologies, along with the rehabilitation necessary to complete the work. Phase 1 of
this project concentrates on two (2) miles of large diameter gravity sewer work within the
overall North Interceptor project planning. The result of this Phase 1 project will provide
placement of new collection systems infrastructure under US Highway 30 and the Union
Pacific Railways easement, which provides the infrastructure routing alignment needed to
place a new headworks facility at the Wastewater Treatment Plant into service.
The Engineering Division is in the final stages of completing plans and acquiring both
temporary and permanent easements. A bid package will be advertised this spring for the
actual project construction.
Discussion
The UPRR requires the City to enter into a “Pipeline Crossing Agreement” for the
placement of new collection systems infrastructure within their easement. The City is
also required to pay the UPRR a one-time License Fee of $10,600.00, upon the execution
of this agreement.
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Without this agreement the City does not have legal access through the UPRR property
and would not be able to complete the improvements associated with this project.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve a resolution allowing the City
to enter into the agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad to allow for the North
Interceptor – Phase I Improvements; Project No. 2012-S-6.
Sample Motion
Move to approve a resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-65
WHEREAS, in connection with the North Interceptor – Phase I Improvements;
Project No. 2012-S-6 a Pipeline Crossing Agreement is required by the Union Pacific Railroad in
order for the City of Grand Island to place new collection systems infrastructure within their
easement; and
WHEREAS, the agreement also requires, upon execution, a one-time License Fee
of $10,600.00; and
WHEREAS, the agreement has been reviewed and approved by the City’s Legal
Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and
hereby is, authorized to enter into the Pipeline Crossing Agreement with the Union Pacific
Railroad in connection with the North Interceptor – Phase I Improvements; Project No. 2012-S-
6.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G13
#2013-66 - Approving Change Order No. 1 for Lift Station No. 7
Improvements Project No. 2011-S-1A
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong, Wastewater Treatment Plant Engineer
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 1 for Lift Station No. 7
Improvements Project No. 2011-S-1A
Item #’s:G-13
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
On July 26, 2012 an ad to bidders was published in the Grand Island Daily Independent.
On August 28, 2012 City Council awarded, Project WWTP-2011-S-1A, Lift Station No.
7 Improvements to The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, in
the amount of $479,558.95.
Discussion
Change Order No. 1 covers the removal of asbestos found in the roofing material by B2
Environmental, Inc. at Lift Station No. 7. The roofing material must be removed and
properly disposed of by a licensed asbestos removal contractor.
The Change Order amount is an addition of $1,897.50 resulting in a final contract amount
of $481,456.45. All other provisions of the contract remain unchanged.
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
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order No. 1 for Lift
Station No. 7 Improvements Project No. 2011-S-1A with The Diamond Engineering
Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $1,897.50.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 12, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-66
WHEREAS, Advertisement to Bidders for Lift Station No. 7 Improvements,
Project No. 2011-S-1A was published in the Grand Island Daily Independent on July 26, 2012,
and
WHEREAS, on August 16, 2012 bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, On August 28, 2012 City Council awarded, Project WWTP-2011-S-
1A, Lift Station No. 7 Improvements to The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island,
Nebraska, in the amount of $479,558.95; and
WHEREAS, Change Order No. 1 will provide professional services for removal,
and disposal of asbestos in a previous roofing system for the amount of $1,897.50; and
WHEREAS, with the inclusion of Change Order No. 1 to the contract amount, a
revised contract price is $481,456.45.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Change Order No. 1 with The
Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $1,897.50 for Lift
Station No. 7 Improvements Project No. 2011-S-1A is hereby approved; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such contract on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G14
#2013-67 - Approving Change Order No. 5 for Aeration Basin
Improvements at the Wastewater Treatment Plant; Project No.
WWTP-2010-3
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong, Wastewater Treatment Plant Engineer
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 5 for Aeration Basin
Improvements at the Wastewater Treatment Plant; Project No.
WWTP-2010-3
Item #’s:G-14
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
The City Council awarded the contract for construction to Oakview dck, LLC of Red Oak, Iowa in
the amount bid of $3,487,000 for the Aeration Basin Improvements for the Wastewater Treatment
Plant on December 7, 2010. The primary purpose of the Aeration Basin Improvements project is to
replace existing aeration equipment that is at or near the end of its useful life. Two existing
blowers have been replaced with two high efficiency units that improve reliability and reduce
energy usage and operating costs. The two new blowers operate with the two existing blowers
which have remained in service. In addition to the blowers, the aeration basin piping and aeration
equipment is modified or replaced to optimize process controls and replace aged equipment.
August 9, 2011, City Council approved a unit cost Change Order No. 1 for structural concrete
sealing in joint work, in the amount of $89,252.00, for a revised contract is $3,576,252.00.
September 13, 2011, City Council approved a unit cost Change Order No.2 for Spiral Screw Pump
modifications, in the amount of $397,897.00, for a revised contract is $3,974,149.00.
March 13, 2012, City Council approved a unit cost Change Order No.3 for miscellaneous changes
to the work scope:
Delete Field Painting of New Steel Frame in Blower Building, and
Paint Existing Basin Aeration Pipe Supports, and
Repair Existing Welds on Screw Pump No.3, and
Relocate New Dissolved Oxygen Probes in Basins, and
Change Mounting of New Disconnects for Basin Mixers and Valves, and
Relocate New Blower Local Control Panels, and
Add Power Monitoring of New Blowers, and
Blower Power Penalty
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This resulted in a credit of $(30,124.00), for a revised contract price of $3,944,025.00.
June 26, 2012, City Council approved a time extension Change Order No. 4 covering substantial
completion contract time extension for the blower, aeration basin improvements, and for the screw
pump rehabilitation work, additionally a final completion contract time extension was granted.
Change Order No. 4 added no additional costs to the contract amount of $3,944,025.00.
Discussion
The Aeration Basin Improvements Construction Project is complete, the new blowers, and
aeration diffuser systems have been in service for the past month. Varying warranty work items
in the project are still outstanding.
Change Order No. 5 covers miscellaneous changes to the work as described below, and in the
attached change order summary.
Replace Stairs in Northwest Corner of Aeration Basins, and
Existing Expansion Joints in Discharge Piping of Blower Nos. 2 and 3, and
Re-use Existing Diffuser Piping Floor Supports in the Aeration Basins, and
Repair Existing Welds on Screw Pump Nos. 1 and 2, and
Repair Grout in Screw Pump No. 2 Channel, and
Repair Grout in Screw Pump No. 1 Channel, and
Hardware for Screw Pump Deflector Plates, and
Adjustment for Floor Concrete Repair in Basin No. 4, and
Adjustment for Floor Concrete Repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3, and
Adjustment for Floor Expansion Joint Repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3, and
Adjustment for Caulking of Wall Expansion Joints in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3, and
Repair Receptacles on Basin Walkways, and
Repair Screw Pump Channel Walls, and
Field Paint Screw Pump Gear Reducers and Guards, and
Contract Time Extension for Project Final Completion
This results in a credit of $(14,443.25), for a revised contract price of $3,929,581.75.
The current contract time for final completion is five hundred twenty (520) calendar days, or July
5, 2012. The days to achieve final completion for the project will be extended two hundred
fifteen (215) calendar days to February 5, 2013, to accommodate both the rehabilitation of the
mixed liquor screw pumps, and blower and aeration basin improvements warranty work.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The
Council may:
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1.Move to approve a resolution granting miscellaneous changes to the work and
authorizing the Mayor to execute Change Order No. 5 with Oakview dck, LLC of
Red Oak, Iowa.
2.Refer the issue to a Committee.
3.Postpone the issue to future date.
4.Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order No. 5 in miscellaneous
changes to the work for Aeration Basin Improvement to Oakview dck, LLC of Red Oak, Iowa at
the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Sample Motion
Move to approve Change Order No. 5 to the contract for Aeration Basin Improvement to
Oakview dck, LLC of Red Oak, Iowa.
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CO5-1
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
AERATION BASIN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
_______________
CITY PROJECT WWTP-2010-3
BLACK & VEATCH PROJECT NO. 163132
_______________
CHANGE ORDER NO. 5
Change Order No. 5 covers quantity adjustments for the aeration basin concrete and joint repair
items included in Change Order No. 1, repairs associated with the screw pumps, a contract time
adjustment for completion of the screw pump rehabilitation work, and other miscellaneous
changes related to the basins and blowers.
Item CO5-1. Replace Stairs in Northwest Corner of Aeration Basins
Initiated by: Engineer
This change involves replacing the existing wooden stairs from the top of the basins to existing
grade with aluminum stairs.
Item CO5-2. Replace Existing Expansion Joints in Discharge Piping of Blower Nos. 2 and 3
Initiated by: Owner
This change involves replacing one 24-inch expansion joint in the discharge piping of each
existing blower, Nos. 2 and 3.
Item CO5-3. Re-use Existing Diffuser Piping Floor Supports in the Aeration Basins
Initiated by: Engineer
The bid documents were based on replacing the existing floor supports for the new diffuser
piping in the oxic zones of the aeration basins. Several of the supports were able to be salvaged
and re-used. This change covers the credit for the supports returned to the manufacturer.
Item CO5-4. Repair Existing Welds on Screw Pump Nos. 1 and 2
Initiated by: Engineer
Under Change Order No. 2, sandblasting and re-painting the existing screws for Pump Nos. 1, 2,
and 3 was included. Following sandblasting of Pump Nos. 1 and 2, some welds required repair
prior to field painting. This change covers compensation for the repairs performed.
Compensation for Pump No. 3 weld repairs was included in Change Order No. 3.
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Item CO5-5. Repair Grout in Screw Pump No. 2 Channel
Initiated by: Owner
Upon removal of the screw for Pump No. 2, significant deterioration of the grout in the inclined
channel was evident. This change covers the compensation for sawcutting and removing the
grout, preparing and forming the areas, and placing up to 33 cubic feet of mortar repair product,
BASF Emaco 10-61.
Item CO5-6. Repair Grout in Screw Pump No. 1 Channel
Initiated by: Owner
Upon removal of the screw for Pump No. 1, some minor grout repair was needed in the inclined
channel. This change covers the compensation grout repair up to 1.5 cubic feet using mortar
repair product, BASF Emaco 10-61.
Item CO5-7. Replace Hardware for Screw Pump Deflector Plates
Initiated by: Engineer
The deflector plates for each pump screw were originally anchored to the walls with carbon steel
threaded rods and turnbuckles. The deteriorated hardware was replaced with stainless steel
components. This change covers purchase and installation of the stainless steel hardware for all
three pump screws.
Item CO5-8. Adjustment for Floor Concrete Repair in Basin No. 4
Initiated by: Owner
Change Order No. 1, Item CO1-1 included a cost of $15,600 based on an estimated quantity of
40 cubic feet for concrete floor repair in Basin No. 4. The actual quantity following repairs was
10 cubic feet, resulting in a credit of $11,700 for 30 cubic feet at a unit cost of $390.00.
Item CO5-9. Adjustment for Floor Concrete Repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3
Initiated by: Owner
Change Order No. 1, Item CO1-4 included a cost of $58,500 based on an estimated quantity of
150 cubic feet for concrete floor repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3. The actual quantity following
repairs was 27.5 cubic feet, resulting in a credit of $47,775 for 122.5 cubic feet at a unit cost of
$390.00.
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Item CO5-10. Adjustment for Floor Expansion Joint Repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3
Initiated by: Owner
Change Order No. 1, Item CO1-5 included a cost of $7,524 based on an estimated quantity of
792 cubic feet for floor expansion joint repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3. The actual quantity
following repairs was 1,424.5 cubic feet, resulting in an additional cost of $6,088.75 for 632.5
cubic feet at a unit cost of $9.50.
Item CO5-11. Adjustment for Caulking of Wall Expansion Joints in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3
Initiated by: Owner
Change Order No. 1, Item CO1-6 included a cost of $3,840 based on an estimated quantity of
480 cubic feet for wall expansion joint repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3. The actual quantity
following repairs was 520 cubic feet, resulting in an additional cost of $320.00 for 40 cubic feet
at a unit cost of $8.00.
Item CO5-12. Repair Receptacles on Basin Walkways
Initiated by: Owner
Some of the existing basin receptacles were not functional. This change covers troubleshooting
the existing circuits and repair of wiring and connections.
Item CO5-13. Repair Screw Pump Channel Walls
Initiated by: Owner
Upon removal of the screws, some deterioration of the concrete walls above the inclined
channels was evident. This change covers the compensation for applying an epoxy-modified
cementitious mortar (Tnemec mortarclad) to the walls for each screw.
Item CO5-14. Field Paint Screw Pump Gear Reducers and Guards
Initiated by: Owner
This change covers the compensation for field coating the gear reducuers, belt drive guards, and
coupling guards of each screw pump. Each component will prepared and field coated with a
primer (Tnemec Series 27 Typoxy) and a finish coat (Tnemec Series 1075 aliphatic
polyurethane).
Item CO5-15. Contract Time Extension for Substantial Completion of the Screw Pump
Rehabilitation Work and Project Final Completion.
Initiated by: Owner
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The unexpected grout repair work in Screw Pump No. 2 channel (Item CO5-5) extended the
completion date for the screw pump rehabilitation work. All work was completed on October
10, 2012. This completion date is reasonable and represents an additional 17 calendar days to be
added to the current substantial completion date of September 23, 2012 (adjusted by Change
Order No. 4). The current project final completion date of October 23, 2012 (adjusted by
Change Order No. 4) was delayed due to field painting of the of the screw pump gear reducers
and guards (Item CO5-14), resolution of the automatic operation of blower discharge valves, and
completion of project closeout items. All work was completed on February 5, 2013 and
represents an additional 105 calendar days.
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
AERATION BASIN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
_______________
CITY PROJECT WWTP-2010-3
BLACK & VEATCH PROJECT NO. 163132
_______________
SUMMARY
CHANGE ORDER NO. 5
The Contract Price shall be modified as follows as a result of the changes described by this
modification request. Additions to the Contract Price are indicated by a "+" in front of the
amount, deductions by a "-".
Effect on Contract Price
Item Description
Increase/Decrease
In Contract
Price
(+/-)
CO5-1 Replace Stairs in Northwest Corner of Aeration Basins +$6,326.00
CO5-2 Existing Expansion Joints in Discharge Piping of Blower Nos. 2
and 3 +$11,751.00
CO5-3 Re-use Existing Diffuser Piping Floor Supports in the Aeration
Basins -$10,070.00
CO5-4 Repair Existing Welds on Screw Pump Nos. 1 and 2 +$1,791.00
CO5-5 Repair Grout in Screw Pump No. 2 Channel +$19,564.00
CO5-6 Repair Grout in Screw Pump No. 1 Channel +$600.00
CO5-7 Hardware for Screw Pump Deflector Plates +$1,806.00
CO5-8 Adjustment for Floor Concrete Repair in Basin No. 4 -$11,700.00
CO5-9 Adjustment for Floor Concrete Repair in Basin Nos. 1, 2, and 3 -$47,775.00
CO5-10 Adjustment for Floor Expansion Joint Repair in Basin Nos. 1,
2, and 3
+$6,008.75
CO5-11 Adjustment for Caulking of Wall Expansion Joints in Basin
Nos. 1, 2, and 3
+$320.00
CO5-12 Repair Receptacles on Basin Walkways +$462.00
CO5-13 Repair Screw Pump Channel Walls +$1,504.00
CO5-14 Field Paint Screw Pump Gear Reducers and Guards +$4,969.00
NET CHANGE IN CONTRACT PRICE -$14,443.25
BID AMOUNT OF ORIGINAL CONTRACT $3,487,000.00
PREVIOUS CHANGE ORDER ADJUSTMENTS +$457,025.00
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Effect on Contract Price
Item Description
Increase/Decrease
In Contract
Price
(+/-)
CURRENT CONTRACT AMOUNT $3,944,025.00
CHANGE ORDER NO. 5 -$14,443.25
ADJUSTED CONTRACT AMOUNT
$3,929,581.75
Effect on Contract Time
--Substantial Completion for Original Contract,
Calendar Days (Date)
460
(May 6, 2012)
--Final Completion for Original Contract,
Calendar Days (Date)
520
(July 5, 2012)
--Current Contract Time for Substantial Completion of
Blower and Basin Work, Calendar Days (Date)
60
(July 5, 2012)
--Current Contract Time for Substantial Completion of
Screw Pump Rehabilitation, Calendar Days (Date)
80
(September 23, 2012)
CO5-15 Contract Time Extension for Substantial Completion of
Screw Pump Rehabilitation, Calendar Days (Date)
17
(October 10, 2012)
--Current Contract Time for Project Final Completion,
Calendar Days (Date)
110
(October 23, 2012)
CO5-15 Contract Time Extension for Project Final Completion,
Calendar Days (Date)
105
(February 5, 2013)
No additional claims shall be made for changes in Contract Time arising from these work items.
This change order includes all costs, direct, indirect, and consequential, and all changes in
Contract Time arising from the work included in the items for Change Order No. 5. No
additional claims shall be made for changes in Contract Price or Contract Time arising from
these work items.
All other provisions of the contract remain unchanged.
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Agreed to this _______ day of _______________, 2013
Recommended:Approved:
Black & Veatch Corporation City of Grand Island
By:_______________________________By:_____________________________
Project Manager
Date:_____________________________Date:____________________________
Approved:
Oakview dck, LLC
By:_______________________________
Date:____________________________
Approved as to Form ___________
March 12, 2013 City Attorney
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
February 12, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-67
WHEREAS, on December 7, 2010, by Resolution 2010-342, the City of Grand
Island awarded Oakview dck, LLC of Red Oak, Iowa the bid in the amount of $3,487,000 for
furnishing materials and services for WWTP-2010-3 Aeration Basin Improvements project at the
Wastewater Treatment Plant; and
WHEREAS, on August 9, 2011, by Resolution 2011-207, City Council approved
a unit cost Change Order No. 1 for structural concrete sealing in joint work, in the amount of
$89,252.00, for a revised contract in $3,576,252.00; and
WHEREAS, on September 13, 2011, by Resolution 2011-243, City Council
approved a unit cost Change Order No. 2 for Spiral Screw Pump modifications, in the amount of
$397,897.00, for a revised contract in $3,974,149.00; and
WHEREAS, on March 13, 2012, by Resolution 2012-63, City Council approved a
unit cost Change Order No. 3 for miscellaneous changes to the work scope, in the credit amount
of $(30,124.00), for a revised contract in $3,944,025.00; and
WHEREAS, on June 26, 2013, by Resolution 2012-163, City Council approved a
time extension Change Order No. 4 for blower, aeration basin improvements, and screw pump
rehabilitation work covering substantial, and final completion contract time extension, in the no
cost change of $0.00, for the contract amount of $3,944,025.00; and
WHEREAS, such miscellaneous changes to the work have been
negotiated as fair and reasonable, and incorporated into Change Order No. 5, at a credit of
$(14,443.25), for a revised contract amount of $3,929,581.75; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Change Order No. 5 with the
contracting firm, Oakview dck, LLC of Red Oak, Iowa, for WWTP-2010-3 Aeration Basin
Improvements project at the Wastewater Treatment Plant is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such contract on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G15
#2013-68 - Approving Contract for Annual City, Electric and
Water Utility Audits
Staff Contact:
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Jaye Monter, Finance Director
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Contract for the City, Electric Utility and
Water Utility Audits
Item #’s:G-15
Presenter(s):Jaye Monter, Finance Director
Background
The City of Grand Island is required each fiscal year to have an audit of its financial
statements. The City’s practice has been to request proposals for audit services every five
years. On September 30, 2012 the five year contract with Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway
& Luth, CPA’s ended.
Discussion
The City requested proposals in January of this year and received responses from two
firms. Both firms were determined to be qualified but one firm scored higher overall in
the following six categories:
1)Qualifications of personnel assigned to audit
2)Previous experience with audits of similar scope
3)Proposed contract terms and conditions
4)Proposed cost
5)Proposed approach and scope of services
6)Adherence to schedule as outlined in this RFP
The recommendation is for Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway & Luth, CPA’s of Grand
Island, NE to perform the audits for the City, Electric Utility and the Water Utility for the
years ending September 30, 2013 – 2017. The total cost proposed of $312,000 for the
next five years of professional services represents no increase to the City from the
previous five year contract for audit services. The five year savings between the two
firms responding is $6,540. Their proposed fees by year are:
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2013 $ 60,000
2014 61,100
2015 62,300
2016 63,600
2017 65,000
Alternatives
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 approval of the audit contract as presented.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the contract with Almquist, Maltzan, Galloway & Luth, CPA’s to
perform the City, Electric Utility and Water Utility audits for the years ending September
30, 2013 - 2017.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
FOR
AUDIT PROPOSALS
RFP DUE DATE:January 24, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.
DEPARTMENT:Finance
PUBLICATION DATE:December 22, 2012
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:3
SUMMARY OF PROPOSALS RECEIVED
Almquist Maltzahn Galloway & Luth BKD LLP
Grand Island, NE Lincoln, NE
cc:Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Jaye Monter, Interim Finance Director
Darren Buettner, Utility Accountant
P1608
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March 6, 2013
Honorable Mayor and City Council
City of Grand Island
City Hall
100 East First St.
Grand Island, NE 68801
ALMQUIST
MALTZAHN
GALlDWAY
&..LUTH
We are pleased to confirm our understanding of the services we are to provide the City of
Grand Island for the years ending September 30, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. We
will audit the financial statements of the governmental activities, the business-type activities,
the aggregate discretely presented component units, each major fund, and the aggregate
remaining fund information, which collectively comprise the basic financial statements, of
the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, as of and for the years ended September 3 0, 2013, 2014,
2015, 2016, and 2017. Accounting standards generally accepted in the United States of
America provide for certain required supplementary information (RSI), such as
management's discussion and analysis (MD&A), to supplement the City of Grand Island's
basic financial statements. Such information, although not a part of the basic financial
statements, is required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board who considers it to
be an essential part of financial reporting for placing the basic financial statements in an
appropriate operational, economic, or historical context. As part of our engagement, we will
apply certain limited procedures to the City of Grand Island's RSI in accordance with
auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. These limited
procedures will consist of inquiries of management regarding the methods of preparing the
information and comparing the information for consistency with management's responses to
our inquiries, the basic financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our
audit of the basic financial statements. We will not express an opinion or provide any
assurance on the information because the limited procedures do not provide us with
sufficient evidence to express an opinion or provide any assurance. The following RSI is
required by generally accepted accounting principles and will be subjected to certain limited
procedures, but will not be audited:
1) Management's Discussion and Analysis.
2) Budgetary Comparison Schedules.
3) RSI Disclosures for a Street System Based on a Percentage of Roads m Good or
Substandard Condition.
4) Schedule of Funding Progress -Public Safety Employees Retirement System.
We have also been engaged to report on supplementary information other than RSI that
accompanies the City of Grand Island's financial statements. We will subject the following
supplementary information to the auditing procedures applied in our audit of the financial
statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such
information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the
Wealth Management, LLC Registered Investment Advisor, is affiliated with Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway & Luth, PC.
and offers wealth management and investment advisory services.
CERTIFIED
PUBLIC
ACCOUNTANTS
SHAREHOLDERS
Robert D. Almquist
Phillip D. Maltzahn
TerryT. Galloway
Marcy J Luth
Heidi A. Ashby
Christine R. Shenk
1203 W 2nd Street
PO Box 1407
Grand Island, NE 68802
Ph. 308-381-1810
Fax 308-381-4824
Email: cpa@gicpas.com
A PROFESSIONAL
CORPORATION
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Honorable Mayor and City Council
City of Grand Island
March 6, 2013
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financial statements or to the financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in
accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and will provide
an opinion on it in relation to the financial statements as a whole:
I) Combining Statements -Nonmajor Governmental Funds.
2) Combining Statements -Internal Service Funds.
3) Combining Statements -Fiduciary Funds.
4) Combining Statements -Component Units.
Audit Objectives
The objective of our audit is the expression of opinions as to whether your basic financial statements are
fairly presented, in all material respects, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles
and to report on the fairness of the supplementary information referred to in the second paragraph when
considered in relation to the financial statements as a whole. The objective also includes reporting on-
• Internal control related to the financial statements and compliance with the provisions of
laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements, noncompliance with which could have
a material effect on the financial statements in accordance with Government Auditing
Standards.
• Internal control related to major programs and an opinion (or disclaimer of opinion) on
compliance with laws, regulations, and the provisions of contracts or grant agreements
that could have a direct and material effect on each major program in accordance with the
Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular A-133, Audits of States, Local
Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations.
The reports on internal control and compliance will each include a statement that the report is intended
solely for the information and use of management, the body or individuals charged with governance,
others within the entity specific legislative or regulatory bodies, federal awarding agencies, and if
applicable, pass-through entities and is not intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than
these specified parties.
Our audit will be conducted in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States
of America; the standards for financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the
Comptroller General of the United States; the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996; and the provisions
of OMB Circular A-133, and will include tests of accounting records, a determination of major
program(s) in accordance with OMB Circular A-133, and other procedures we consider necessary to
enable us to express such opinions and to render the required reports. If our opinions on the financial
statements or the Single Audit compliance opinions are other than unqualified (unmodified), we will
discuss the reasons with you in advance. If, for any reason, we are unable to complete the audit or are
unable to form or have not formed opinions, we may decline to express opinions or to issue a report as a
result of this engagement.
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March 6, 2013
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Management Responsibilities
Management is responsible for the basic financial statements and all accompanying information as well as
all representations contained therein. Management is also responsible for identifying government award
programs and understanding and complying with the compliance requirements, and for preparation of the
schedule of expenditures of federal awards in accordance with the requirements of OMB Circular A-133.
As part of the audit, we will assist with preparation of your financial statements, schedule of expenditures
of federal awards, and related notes. You are responsible for making all management decisions and
performing all management functions relating to the financial statements, schedule of expenditures of
federal awards, and related notes and for accepting full responsibility for such decisions. You will be
required to acknowledge in the written representation letter our assistance with preparation of the
financial statements and schedule of expenditures of federal awards and that you have reviewed and
approved the financial statements, schedule of expenditures of federal awards, and related notes prior to
their issuance and have accepted responsibility for them. Further, you are required to designate an
individual with suitable skill, knowledge, or experience to oversee any nonaudit services we provide and
for evaluating the adequacy and results of those services and accepting responsibility for them.
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective internal controls, including internal
controls over compliance, and for evaluating and monitoring ongoing activities, to help ensure that
appropriate goals and objectives are met and that there is reasonable assurance that government programs
are administered in compliance with compliance requirements. You are also responsible for the selection
and application of accounting principles; for the fair presentation in the financial statements of the
respective financial position of the governmental activities, the business-type activities, the aggregate
discretely presented component units, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of
the City of Grand Island and the respective changes in financial position and, where applicable, cash
flows in conformity with U.S. generally. accepted accounting principles; and for compliance with
applicable laws and regulations and the provisions of contracts and grant agreements.
Management is also responsible for making all financial records and related information available to us
and for ensuring that management is reliable and financial information is reliable and properly recorded.
You are also responsible for providing us with (1) access to all information of which you are aware that is
relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements, (2) additional information that
we may request for the purpose of the audit, and (3) unrestricted access to persons within the government
from whom we determine it necessary to obtain audit evidence.
Your responsibilities also include identifying significant vendor relationships in which the vendor has
responsibility for program compliance and for the accuracy and completeness of that information. Your
responsibilities include adjusting the financial statements to correct material misstatements and
confirming to us in the written representation letter that the effects of any uncorrected misstatements
aggregated by us during the current engagement and pertaining to the latest period presented are
immaterial, both individually and in the aggregate, to the financial statements taken as a whole.
You are responsible for the design and implementation of programs and controls to prevent and detect
fraud, and for informing us about all known or suspected fraud or illegal acts affecting the government
involving (1) management, (2) employees who have significant roles in internal control, and (3) others
where the fraud or illegal acts could have a material effect on the financial statements. Your
responsibilities include informing us of your knowledge of any allegations of fraud or suspected fraud
affecting the government received in communications from employees, former employees, grantors,
regulators, or others. In addition, you are responsible for identifying and ensuring that the entity complies
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w�th applicable l�w.s, regulations, contracts, agreements, and grants. Additionally, as required by OMB
Cir�ular �-133, 1t 1s management's responsibility to follow up and take corrective action on reported
audit findings and to prepare a summary schedule of prior audit findings and a corrective action plan.
The summary schedule of prior audit findings should be available for our review on November 15 of each
year.
You are. responsible for preparation of the schedule of expenditures of federal awards in conformity with
OMB Circular A-133. You agree to include our report on the schedule of expenditures of federal awards
in any document that contains and indicates that we have reported on the schedule of expenditures of
federal awards. You also agree to include the audited financial statements with any presentation of the
schedule of expenditures of federal awards that includes our report thereon. Your responsibilities include
acknowledging to us in written representation letter that (I) you are responsible for presentation of the
schedule of expenditures of federal awards in accordance with OMB Circular A-133; (2) that you believe
the schedule of expenditures of federal awards, including its form and content, is fairly presented in
accordance with OMB Circular A-133; (3) that the methods of measurement or presentation have not
changed from those used in the prior period (or, if they have changed, the reasons for such changes); and
( 4) you have disclosed to us any significant assumptions or interpretations underlying the measurement or
presentation of the supplementary information.
You are responsible for the preparation of the other supplementary information, which we have been
engaged to report on, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. You agree to
include our report on the supplementary information in any document that contains and indicates that we
have reported on the supplementary information. You also agree to include the audited financial
statements with any presentation of the supplementary information that includes our report thereon. Your
responsibilities include acknowledging to us in the written representation letter that (I) you are
responsible for presentation of the supplementary information in accordance with GAAP; (2) that you
believe the supplementary information, including its form and content, is fairly presented in accordance
with GAAP; (3) that the methods of measurement or presentation have not changed from those used in
the prior period (or, if they have changed, the reason for such changes); and ( 4) you have disclosed to us
any significant assumptions or interpretations underlying the measurement or presentation of the
supplementary information.
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining a process for tracking the status of audit
findings and recommendations. Management is also responsible for identifying for us previous financial
audits, attestation engagements, performance audits, or other studies related to the objectives discussed in
the Audit Objectives section of this letter. This responsibility includes relaying to us corrective actions
taken to address significant findings and recommendations resulting from those audits, attestation
engagements, performance audits, or studies. You are also responsible for providing management's
views on our current findings, conclusions, and recommendations, as well as your planned corrective
actions, for the report, and for the timing and format for providing that information.
Audit Procedures-General
An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the
financial statements; therefore, our audit will involve judgment about the number of transactions to be
examined and the areas to be tested. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting
policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as
evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We will plan and perform the audit to
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obtain reasonable rather than absolute assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misst�tem�nt, whether from (1) errors, (2) fraudulent financial reporting, (3) misappropriation of
assets, or ( 4) v10lat1ons of laws or governmental regulations that are attributable to the entity or to acts by
management or employees acting on behalf of the entity. Because the determination of abuse is
subjective, Government Auditing Standards do not expect auditors to provide reasonable assurance of
detecting abuse.
Because of the inherent limitations of an audit, combined with the inherent limitations of internal control
and because we will not perform a detailed examination of all transactions, there is a risk that material
misstatements or noncompliance may exist and not be detected by us, even though the audit is properly
planned and performed in accordance with U.S. generally accepted auditing standards and Government
Auditing Standards. In addition, an audit is not designed to detect immaterial misstatements or violations
of laws or governmental regulations that do not have a direct and material effect on the financial
statements or major programs. However, we will inform the appropriate level of management of any
material errors and any fraudulent financial reporting or misappropriation of assets that come to our
attention. We will also inform the appropriate level of management of any violations of Jaws or
governmental regulations that come to our attention, unless clearly inconsequential, and of any material
abuse that comes to our attention. We will include such matters in the reports required for a Single
Audit. Our responsibility as auditors is limited to the period covered by our audit and does not extend to
any later periods for which we are not engaged as auditors.
Our procedures will include tests of documentary evidence supporting the transactions recorded in the
accounts, and may include tests of the physical existence of inventories, and direct confirmation of
receivables and certain other assets and liabilities by correspondence with selected individuals, funding
sources, creditors, and financial institutions. We will request written representations from your attorneys
as part of the engagement, and they may bill you for responding to this inquiry. At the conclusion of our
audit, we will require certain written representations from you about the financial statements and related
matters.
Audit Procedures-Internal Controls
Our audit will include obtaining an understanding of the entity and its environment, including internal
control, sufficient to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements and to design the
nature, timing, and extent of further audit procedures. Tests of controls may be performed to test the
effectiveness of certain controls that we consider relevant to preventing and detecting errors and fraud
that are material to the financial statements and to preventing and detecting misstatements resulting from
illegal acts and other noncompliance matters that have a direct and material effect on the financial
statements. Our tests, if performed, will be less in scope than would be necessary to render an opinion on
internal control and, accordingly, no opinion will be expressed in our report on internal control issued
pursuant to Government Auditing Standards.
As required by OMB Circular A-133, we will perform tests of controls over compliance to evaluate the
effectiveness of the design and operation of controls that we consider relevant to preventing or detecting
material noncompliance with compliance requirements applicable to each major federal award program.
However, our tests will be Jess in scope than would be necessary to render an opinion on those controls
and, accordingly, no opinion will be expressed in our report on internal control issued pursuant to OMB
Circular A-133.
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An audit is not designed to provide assurance on internal control or to identify significant deficiencies or
material weaknesses. However, during the audit, we will communicate to management and those charged
with governance internal control related matters that are required to be communicated under AICPA
professional standards, Government Auditing Standards, and OMB Circular A-133.
Audit Procedures-Compliance
As part of obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatements, we will perform tests of the City of Grand Island's compliance with provisions of
applicable laws, regulations, contracts, and agreements, including grant agreements. However, the
objective of those procedures will not be to provide an opinion on overall compliance and we will not
express such an opinion in our report on compliance issued pursuant to Government Auditing Standards.
OMB Circular A-133 requires that we also plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance
about whether the auditee has complied with applicable laws and regulations and the provisions of
contracts and grant agreements applicable to major programs. Our procedures will consist of tests of
transactions and other applicable procedures described in the OMB Circular A-133 Compliance
Supplement for the types of compliance requirements that could have a direct and material effect on each
of the City of Grand Island's major programs. The purpose of these procedures will be to express an
opinion on the City of Grand Island's compliance with requirements applicable to each of its major
programs in our report on compliance issued pursuant to OMB Circular A-133.
Engagement Administration, Fees, and Other
We may from time to time, and depending on the circumstances, use third-party service providers in
serving your account. We may share confidential information about you with these service providers, but
remain committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your information. Accordingly, we
maintain internal policies, procedures, and safeguards to protect the confidentiality of your personal
information. In addition, we will secure confidentiality agreements with all service providers to maintain
the confidentiality of your information and we will take reasonable precautions to determine that they
have appropriate procedures in place to prevent the unauthorized release of your confidential information
to others. In the event that we are unable to secure an appropriate confidentiality agreement, you will be
asked to provide your consent prior to the sharing of your confidential information with the third-party
service provider. Furthermore, we will remain responsible for the work provided by any such third-party
service providers
We understand that your employees will prepare all cash, accounts receivable, or other confirmations we
request and will locate any documents selected by us for testing.
At the conclusion of the engagement, we will complete the appropriate sections of the Data Collection
Form that summarizes our audit findings. It is management's responsibility to submit the reporting
package (including financial statements, schedule of expenditures of federal awards, summary schedule of
prior audit findings, auditors' reports, and corrective action plan) along with the Data Collection Form to
the federal audit clearinghouse. We will coordinate with you the electronic submission and certification.
If applicable, we will provide copies of our report for you to include with the reporting package you will
submit to pass-through entities. The Data Collection Form and the reporting package must be submitted
within the earlier of 30 days after receipt of the auditors' reports or nine months after the end of the audit
period, unless a longer period is agreed to in advance by the cognizant or oversight agency for audits.
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The audit documentation for this engagement is the property of Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway & Luth,
P.C., and constitutes confidential information. However, pursuant to authority given by law or regulation,
we may be requested to make certain audit documentation available to regulatory agencies or their
designees, a federal agency providing direct or indirect funding, or the U.S. Government Accountability
Office for purposes of a quality review of the audit, to resolve audit findings, or to carry out oversight
responsibilities. We will notify you of any such request. If requested, access to such audit documentation
will be provided under the supervision of Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway & Luth, P.C., personnel.
Furthermore, upon request, we may provide copies of selected audit documentation to the aforementioned
parties. These parties may intend, or decide, to distribute the copies or information contained therein to
others, including other governmental agencies.
The audit documentation for this engagement will be retained for a minimum of five years after the report
release or for any additional period requested by the regulatory agencies. If we are aware that a federal
awarding agency, pass-through entity, or auditee is contesting an audit finding, we will contact the
party(ies) contesting the audit finding for guidance prior to destroying the audit documentation.
The fee for the audit engagement will not exceed $60,000 for the year ended September 30, 2013;
$61,100 for the year ended September 30, 2014; $62,300 for the year ended September 30, 2015; $63,600
for the year ended September 30, 2016; and $65,000 for the year ended September 30, 2017.
Billings for our services will be rendered approximately every four weeks, and payment is due within 30
days of the invoice date. This engagement does not include any services not specifically included in this
letter. Additional services that you may request will be subject to arrangements made at the time
requested.
Should we become involved in a regulatory agency investigation or judicial proceeding as a result of this
engagement, and are not determined to be liable, you agree to indemnify and hold us harmless with
respect to all expenses, costs, legal fees, and charges for the time of our people incurred in connection
therewith.
We look forward to providing the services described in this letter, as well as other accounting services
agreeable to us both. In the unlikely event that any differences concerning our services or fees should
arise that are not resolved by mutual agreement, we both recognize that the matter will probably involve
complex business or accounting issues that would be decided equitably to both parties by a judge hearing
the evidence without a jury. Accordingly, you and we agree to waive any right to a trial by jury in any
action, proceeding, or counterclaim arising out of or relating to our services or fees.
Government Auditing Standards require that we provide you with a copy of our most recent external peer
review report and any letter of comment, and any subsequent peer review reports and letters of comment
received during the period of the contract. Our 2011 peer review report accompanies this letter.
We agree to comply with all applicable State fair labor standards in the execution of this contract as
required by law. We further agree to comply with the provisions of applicable law pertaining to
contributions to the Unemployment Compensation Fund of the State of Nebraska. During the
performance of this contract, we agree not to discriminate in hiring or any other employment practice on
the basis of race, color, religion, age, or disability. We agree to maintain a drug-free workplace policy
and will provide a copy of the policy to the City upon request. Also, we agree to provide workers'
compensation to our employees who are engaged in the City's audits on the City's premises.
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City of Grand Island
March 6, 2013
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In accordance with City Code, we understand that it is unethical for any person to offer, give, or agree to
give any City employee or former City employee, or for any City employee or former City employee to
solicit, demand, accept, or agree to accept from another person, a gratuity or an offer of employment in
connection with any decision, approval, disapproval, recommendation, or preparation of any part of a
program requirement or a purchase request, influencing the content of any specification or procurement
standard, rendering of advice, investigation, auditing, or in any other advisory capacity in any proceeding
or application, request for ruling, determination, claim or controversy, or other particular matter,
pertaining to any program requirement or a contract or subcontract, or to any solicitation or proposal
therefor. It shall be unethical for any payment, gratuity, or offer of employment to be made by or on
behalf of a subcontractor under a contract to the prime contractor or higher tier subcontractor or any
person associated therewith, as an inducement for the award of a subcontract or order.
We understand that cancellation due to unavailability of funds in succeeding fiscal periods could occur.
When funds are not appropriated or otherwise made available to support continuation of performance in a
subsequent fiscal period, the contract shall be canceled and the contractor shall be reimbursed for the
reasonable value of any non-recurring costs incurred but not amortized in the price of the supplies or
services delivered under the contract. The cost of cancellation may be paid from any appropriations
available for such purposes.
We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to the City of Grand Island and believe this letter
accurately summarizes the significant terms of our engagement. If you have any questions, please let us
know. If you agree with the terms of our engagement as described in this letter, please sign the enclosed
copy and return it to us.
Sincerely,
ALMQUIST, MALTZAHN, GALLOWAY & LUTH, P.C.
���� Terry T. Galloway, CPA
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Enclosure
RESPONSE:
This letter correctly sets forth the understanding of the City of Grand Island.
By: _________________ _
Title: ------------------------
Date: -------------
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Grafton&Associatespc
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
To the Shareholders
Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway, & Luth, P.C.
Grand Island, Nebraska
We have reviewed the system of quality control for the accounting and auditing practice of Almquist,
Maltzahn, Galloway, & Luth, P.C. (the Firm) in effect for the year ended April 30, 2011. Our peer review
was conducted in accordance with the Standards for Performing and Reporting on Peer Reviews established
by the Peer Review Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The firm is responsible
for designing a system of quality control and complying with it to provide the firm with reasonable assurance
of performing and reporting in conformity with applicable professional standards in all material respects. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on the design of the system of quality control and the firm's
compliance therewith based on our review. The nature, objectives, scope, limitations of, and the procedures
performed in a System Review are described in the standards at www.aicpa.org/prsummary.
As required by the standards, engagements selected for review included engagements performed under
Government Auditing Standards and audits of employee benefit plans.
In our opinion, the system of quality control for the accounting and auditing practice of Almquist, Maltzahn,
Galloway, & Luth, P.C. in effect for the year ended April 30, 2011 has been suitably designed and complied
with to provide the firm with reasonable assurance of performing and reporting in conformity with applicable
professional standards in all material respects. Firms can receive a rating of pass, pass with de.ficiency(ies) or
fail. Almquist, Maltzahn, Galloway, & Luth, P.C. has received a peer review rating of pass.
May 24, 2011
www.graftoncpa.com 5935 S. 56th Street• Suite A• Lincoln, NE 68516
ail eac a.com
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-68
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is required each fiscal year to have an audit
of its financial statements; and
WHEREAS, proposals were solicited to perform the audits for the City, Electric
Utility and Water Utility for the years ending September 30, 2013 through 2017; and
WHEREAS, the proposals received on January 24, 2013 were reviewed; and
WHEREAS, the proposal submitted by Almquist, Maltzan, Galloway & Luth,
CPA’s of Grand Island, Nebraska is in accordance with the terms of the Request for Proposals,
for five years of audit services for fiscal years ending September 30, 2013 through 2017; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Almquist, Maltzan, Galloway & Luth
CPA’s of Grand Island, Nebraska will perform the annual audits of the City, Electric Utility and
Water Utility for the five fiscal years ending September 30, 2013 through 2017 for the amount of
$312,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreements on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
- - -
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item G16
#2013-69 - Approving Contract for HIDTA Funding for 2013/2014
Staff Contact: Steven Lamken
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Steven Lamken, Police Chief
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approval of HIDTA Funding
Item #’s:G-16
Presenter(s):Steven Lamken, Police Chief
Background
The Police Department has been a member of the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets
Task Force for several years. The City acts as the fiscal agent for a portion of the funds
used by the Task Force to include off site facility maintenance, vehicle leases and
operational funds. The 2013 HIDTA award, 13HD06, is for $55, 442.00 and does not
require matching funds. Acceptance of the award will provide funding needed for the
operations of the Task Force.
Discussion
The Grand Island Police Department has been a participating member of the regional
High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, HIDTA, Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets
Task Force for several years. The Task Force serves a valuable role in the investigation
and prosecution of drug offenders and violent criminals. The HIDTA designation
provides Federal funding for the investigative operations of the Task Force.
The City serves as the fiscal agent for part of the task force funding that supports the
operation and maintenance of the off-site facility, vehicle and cell phone use, and
operational funds that are used to buy drugs/weapons and pay informants. The 2013
HIDTA award to the Task Force is $55,442.00. Approval and acceptance of the funding
will support the Task Force during the year. The funding does not require a local match.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
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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 acceptance of the 2013
HIDTA award 13HD06 for $55,442.00 for the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets
Task Force.
Sample Motion
Move to approve acceptance of the 2013 HIDTA award 13HD06 for $55,442.00 for the
Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-69
WHEREAS, The Grand Island Police Department is a member of the Central
Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force; and
WHEREAS, The Task Force has been approved for $55,442.00 of HIDTA
funding for the operations of the Task Force; and
WHEREAS, The Task Force serves an effective role in the investigation and
apprehension of drug dealers and violent criminals, and
WHEREAS, The City serves as the fiscal agent for the Task Force operational
funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA,
To approve award 13HD06 of $55,442.00 of Federal HIDTA funding for the operation of the
Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
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Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item H1
Consideration of Forwarding Blighted and Substandard Area
Determination Analysis: Community Redevelopment Authority
Analysis No. 12 Grand Island, Nebraska to the Hall County
Regional Planning Commission
Staff Contact: chadn
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, AICP
Meeting:March 1, 2013
Subject:Blighted and Substandard Study for CRA Area #12
Item #’s:H-1
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, Director Grand Island CRA
Background
Attached is copy of a Substandard and Blight Study as prepared by Stahr & Associates,
Inc. entitled “Blighted and Substandard Area Determination Analysis: Community
Redevelopment Authority Analysis No. 12 Grand Island, Nebraska”. This area as
defined by the study will be referred to as Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA)
Area #12. The study as prepared and submitted indicates that this property could be
considered substandard and blighted. A blight designation was previously sought on this
property in January 2009. At that time Council made a decision not to forward the study
to the Planning Commission for their review and recommendation. The area was not
declared blighted and substandard. As shown in this study construction within this
subdivision stopped not long after that and the infrastructure was left uncompleted. This
infrastructure, including the streets and storm sewer has not been accepted into the city
system and is deteriorating at a heightened rate due to the fact that it was never property
completed.
The decision on whether to declare an area substandard and blighted is entirely within the
jurisdiction of the City Council with a recommendation from the Planning Commission.
The question before Council is whether to send the Study to the Planning Commission for
their review and feedback or not to send the Study to the Planning Commission. If the
item is not sent to the Planning Commission the Council cannot declare the area
substandard and blighted. The Planning Commission will meet on April 3rd and would
likely have a recommendation ready for the April 23rd Council meeting.
Once an area has been declared substandard and blighted the CRA can accept
redevelopment proposals for the area that most likely will include an application for Tax
Increment Financing. The decision to declare an area blighted and substandard is a policy
decision made by the City Council. If Council decides to declare an area blighted and
substandard they should expect and even encourage redevelopment projects; including
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those that come forward requesting financial assistance through the use of Tax Increment
Financing.
Grand Island has 11 areas that have been declared blighted and substandard 3,348 acres.
This represents 17.11% of the area of the City. Grand Island can declare up to 35% of its
municipal area blighted and substandard. Declaring this area blighted and substandard
would add 234 acres to the blighted and substandard area in Grand Island increasing the
percentage by 1.24% to 18.35% well below the 35% limitation.
Discussion
The public hearing and action item tonight relate to the Study for proposed CRA Area
#12 including the area of Indian Acres Subdivision and Copper Creek Estates west and
south of Shoemaker School in northwest Grand Island. The study was prepared for 234.4
acres all of which are in the Grand Island City Limits.
Robert Sivick, City Attorney has reviewed the Nebraska Statures and case law pertaining
to the declaration of property as blighted and substandard. His comments on this
application are as follows:
The statutory procedures for accomplishing blight relief include the
following steps: (1) the identification of a community redevelopment area
consisting of portions of a city declared to be substandard or blighted in
accordance with statutory definitions and in need of redevelopment, (2)
the formulation of a redevelopment plan for such area or a redevelopment
project within such area, and (3) the implementation of the redevelopment
plan through various means including acquisition, sale, leasing, and
contracting for redevelopment. Nebraska Revised State Statutes (NRSS)
18-2103, 18-2107, and 18-2109.
Under this statutory scheme, a private development project would be
eligible for tax increment financing only if it is included within an area
which has previously been declared blighted or substandard and is in
furtherance of an existing redevelopment plan for that area. The
declaration of property as blighted or substandard is not simply a formality
which must be met in order to assist a private developer with tax
increment financing; it is the recognition of a specific public purpose
which justifies the expenditure of public funds for redevelopment. See
Monarch Chemical Works, Inc. v. City of Omaha, 203 Neb. 33, 277
N.W.2d 423 (1979), Fitzke v. Hastings, 255 NEB 46 (1998)
At this point, Council is only considering point 1 of Mr. Sivick’s opinion. According to
NRSS §18-2109, it is clear that the City Council must send the Study to the Planning
Commission prior to declaring the property substandard and blighted. If Council wishes
to consider a declaration of substandard and blight City Administration is recommending
that the City Council ask the Planning Commission to:
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1.review the study as presented,
2.take testimony from interested parties about the substandard and blight
designation,
3.make findings fact, relative to the questions below and any others Council has
with reference to the this request, based on the information and testimony
presented and,
4.include those findings of fact as part of their recommendation to Council in regard
to this request.
Recommend Questions for Planning Commission
Does this property meet the requirements to be considered blighted and
substandard? One substandard condition and one blight condition is enough to
support the declaration. Identify those conditions as findings of fact. The
conditions can be identified from the study. (Definitions of substandard and
blighted conditions per NRSS §18-2103)
The blight study as presented includes a substantial amount of undeveloped
property. Is it necessary to include this property within the blight and substandard
area to effectively redevelop the other sites? (Fitzke v. Hastings)
Is it reasonably necessary to use tax money either through TIF or other means to
redevelop the area?
Should additional property be included within this study area?
Should less property be included within this study area?
Is this property substantially different than similar properties on the urban fringe
of the community?
The Planning Commission recommendation should be done at the first available
opportunity, as the Planning Commission has 30 days to respond to Council’s request for
a recommendation.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to forward the Study to the Planning Commission for their
recommendation with the specific questions listed above.
This will result in the Planning Commission holding a hearing and
considering the study at their meeting in February. Council would then hold
a public hearing and consider a resolution to declare the area blighted and
substandard.
2.Move to not forward the Study to the Planning Commission for their
recommendation
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This would indicate that Council has no desire to declare this property
blighted and substandard or that council does not believe more intervention is
necessary to facilitate development/redevelopment than is provided by the
standard police powers (zoning and subdivision regulations, nuisance/code
compliance regulations) already available.
3.Refer the issue to a Committee
Council may wish to refer this issue to a committee to determine set guidelines
for the creation of new blighted and substandard areas. This could be done
even with action on this item.
4.Postpone the issue to future date
If Council feels that they need additional information before referring this
item to the Planning Commission this would be an appropriate action. The
additional information needed should be specified so that staff and the
applicant can provide it in a timely manner.
5.Take no action on the issue
This does not give the developer an answer about making a declaration on
this property but would indicate that Council has no desire to declare this
property blighted and substandard or that council does not believe more
intervention is necessary to facilitate development/redevelopment than is
provided by the standard police powers (zoning and subdivision regulations,
nuisance/code compliance regulations) already available.
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Council forward the Study to the Planning Commission for
their recommendation with the specific questions listed above if Council wishes to
consider declaring this area blighted and substandard and eligible for tax increment
financing.
Sample Motion
Move to forward the Study to the Planning Commission for their recommendation with
the specific questions listed above.
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BLIGHTED & SUBSTANDARD AREA
DETERMINATION ANALYSIS
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ANALYSIS AREA NO. 12
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
SSTAHRTAHR && AASSOCIATESSSOCIATES,, IINCNC..
County and Community Planning - Economic Development Consultants
Telephone: (402) 710-1819
1512 Road 13 Fax: (402) 362-2526
York, Nebraska 68467 E-Mail: ojstahr@hotmail.com
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Purpose of this Analysis
The purpose of this analysis is to identify and determine if an area within the City of Grand Island, Nebraska should
be considered blighted and substandard under the criteria for such areas as set forth in the Nebraska Community
Development Law, Section 18-2103.
A field survey of an area within the City of Grand Island was conducted in October 2008 and updated in February,
2013 to determine if this area, in fact, has experienced structure and site deterioration or if the area is experiencing
other negative influences which decrease the potential for redevelopment or new development. The boundaries of
this area are indicated in Figure 1 and described in Appendix A. The following report describes this Analysis Area
in detail, as well as, specifying the methods and procedures used to determine if this Area should be declared
blighted and substandard under the Nebraska Community Development Law.
Definitions
The following are the specific definitions of "substandard" and "blighted" according to Nebraska State Law. These
definitions serve to be the basis of this entire analysis and each portion of the definitions are examined individually
throughout this document.
Substandard Area Definition
Under the above referenced Nebraska Statute, a substandard area is an area in which there is a predominance of
buildings or improvements, whether non-residential or residential in character, which by reason of:
dilapidation / deterioration,
age or obsolescence,
inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation or open spaces,
high density of population or overcrowding,
the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and other causes, or
any combination of such factors, is conducive to ill health, transmission of disease, infant mortality,
juvenile delinquency and crime, and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals and welfare of
the residents of the community.
Blighted Area Definition
Section 18-2103 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes indicates that a blighted area shall mean an area, which by reason
of the presence of:
a substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures,
existence of defective or inadequate street layout,
faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility or usefulness,
unsanitary or unsafe conditions,
deterioration of site or other improvements,
diversity of ownership,
tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding the fair value of the land,
defective or unusual conditions of title,
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improper subdivision or obsolete platting,
the existence of conditions which endanger the life or property by fire and other causes, or any
combination of such factors which substantially impairs or arrests the sound growth of the
community, retards the provision of housing accommodations or constitutes an economic or social
liability and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare in its present condition and
use and in which there is at least one of the following present:
unemployment in the designated area is at least one hundred twenty percent of the State of
National average,
the average age of the structures in the area is at least forty years old or older,
more than one-half of the platted and subdivided property in the area is unimproved land that
has been within the City for forty years and has remained unimproved during that time,
the per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the
municipality in which the area is designated, or
the area has had either a stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial
censuses.
Analysis Approach
The approach and methodology utilized by Stahr & Associates, Inc. in conducting the Blighted and Substandard
Area Determination Analysis included an assessment of all factors listed in the Nebraska Community Development
Law as factors that indicate or contribute to making an area blighted and substandard. Data relating to factors such
as building condition, building age, site conditions, adequacy of building sites, condition of public improvements
and unsanitary or unsafe conditions were developed through field surveys on a structure by structure basis or
through collection of data on a unit by unit basis available from public records at the Hall County Courthouse. Data
relating to other factors such as the adequateness of street layouts, lot layouts and overall subdivision design were
investigated on an area-wide basis.
Assessment of potential blighting factors stemming from diversity of ownership and tax or special assessment
delinquencies were conducted through evaluation of courthouse records on all property within the analysis area,
now referred to as CRA Analysis Area No. 12. This analysis also utilized two guideposts in the investigation of
blighted or substandard conditions. These included:
Additional Public Intervention Necessary
Although the presence of one or more of these substandard or blighting conditions may make it appropriate to
declare an area substandard and blighted under the Statue, this analysis was conducted on the basis that additional
public intervention over and above the exercise of the police power is necessary to overcome the problems that exist
in any substandard and blighted area. Specifically, Section 18-2012 of the Nebraska Community Development Law
states that a determination shall be made that the conditions existing in any such substandard and blighted area are
beyond remedy and control solely by regulatory process in the exercise of police power and cannot be dealt with
effectively by the ordinary operations of private enterprise without the aids provided under the Community
Development Law.
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Substandard or Blighted Factor Distribution
This analysis was conducted on the basis that the substandard or blighting conditions, as defined in the Statute, must
be reasonably distributed within any area that is determined to be substandard or blighted. This basic distribution
factor, used as a control factor in determining the extent of any substandard or blighted area, assures that areas or
neighborhoods which are in good condition are not determined to be substandard or blighted due to proximity to
areas which are to be substandard or blighted.
Existing Land Use
The land uses that now exist within the Analysis Area are depicted on Figure 2, consist of land uses which can be
placed in three categories, including:
Residential (single-family, mobile home and manufactured homes)
Public streets and alleys
Vacant / undeveloped land
Table 1
EXISTING LAND USE – CRA ANALYSIS AREA No. 12Grand Island, Nebraska
LAND USE CATEGORY CRA ANALYSIS AREA NO. 8
AREA (ACRES)*PERCENT OF TOTAL AREA
Residential 63.9 27.3%
Street / Alley Rights-of-Way 25.9 11.0%
Vacant / Undeveloped Land 144.6 61.7%
TOTAL 234.4 100.0%
Source: Stahr & Associates, Inc., (2013)
* Existing land use acreage totals are tabulated based upon scaled plat maps and field surveys
The land uses indicated for the Analysis Area on Figure 2 are analyzed further in Table 1. The data detail the
breakdown of land uses within this Analysis Area, as well as the total acreage within this Analysis Area.
As indicated in Table 1, the largest land use in this Analysis Area is that of vacant and undeveloped land. This
undeveloped land comprises a total of 144.58 acres, or 61.7% of the Analysis Area. This is the area that is expected
to develop and redevelop during the next several years. It is located along south side of Old Potash Highway, in the
west central edge of the City of Grand Island.
The second largest land use in this Analysis Area is that of residential. This use comprises a total of 63.9 acres, or
27.3% of the Analysis Area. Residential uses consist of single-family dwellings, mobile homes and manufactured
homes.
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The smallest land use within this Analysis Area is Public street rights-of-way. The street pattern in the Analysis
Area consists primarily of a square to rectangular grid system. This system is relatively inefficient and typically is
one of the larger land uses within an Analysis Area. However, in this case, due to the amount of undeveloped land
without streets, it comprises 25.9 acres or only 11.0% of the Analysis Area.
Current Zoning within the Analysis Area
Although not included in the statutory list of factors which may contribute to blight or result in substandard
conditions in an urban area, local zoning regulations may contribute to further blighting or retention of substandard
conditions if such zoning is inconsistent with the demands of the land use marketplace or such zoning discourages
redevelopment or improvement of existing built-up areas. For these reasons an evaluation of the consistency of the
land uses present in the Analysis Area with the current zoning districts and regulations applied to land in the
Analysis Area was conducted.
Land use within the Analysis Area is regulated through zoning districts established by the City of Grand Island.
The City of Grand Island has established and applied 3 zoning districts to this Area as depicted on Figure 3. These
zoning districts include the:
TA Transitional Agricultural Zoning District,
LLR Large Lot Residential Zoning District
M Manufactured Home Overly Zone
R2 Lower Density Residential Zoning District
An analysis of the consistency of the existing land use with the applicable zoning and the appropriateness of the
zoning district applications and regulations as they relate to encouraging or minimizing blighting conditions
indicates that the current zoning districts applied to the land within the Analysis Area reflects the land uses in place
and the residential character of the Area. The district regulations allow a variety of housing types which is also
consistent with the Area. The existing zoning is thus not a factor which could contribute to substandard or blighted
conditions in this Analysis Area.
Analysis of Substandard Factors
1. Dilapidation/Deterioration of Structures
The determination and rating of building structure conditions is a major part of any substandard area determination.
Therefore the system utilized for classifying the conditions is a major part of any substandard area determination.
The system utilized for classifying the conditions of buildings and structures must be based upon established and
consistent criteria. Stahr & Associates, Inc. utilized a field survey method for evaluating the exterior conditions and
to identify and classify building sites and other localized environmental conditions or deficiencies of all structures
within the Analysis Areas.
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All data regarding each structure was dated and recorded on a Structure / Site / Infrastructure Survey Form. This
form was utilized not only to record the data collected for later evaluation, but to assure that similar data for each
structure was evaluated. (See Structure / Site / Infrastructure Survey Form, Appendix B).
During the field survey, each component of each structure in the Analysis Area was examined to determine whether
it was in sound condition or had minor, major or critical defects. Two types of building components were evaluated.
These included:
Major Components
These components include the basic structural elements of any building; the foundation
walls, load bearing walls and columns and roof structure.
Minor Components
These components include the necessary secondary elements of any building; the wall
surfaces and condition, paint or wall covering condition, the roof condition, windows,
doors, porches, steps and stairways, fire escapes, chimneys and vents, gutters and
downspouts, etc. Both the major and minor components were evaluated and ranked in one
of four categories and each category was assigned a numerical value as follows:
Ranking Category Numerical Value
No Problems 1
Minor Problems 2
Major Problems 3
Critical Problems 4
The numerical rankings of each major and minor component were then combined to generate an overall
building condition evaluation comprised of five categories as follows:
Major Component
Numerical Ranking
Minor Component
Numerical Ranking
Combined Numerical
Ranking
Overall Building
Condition
2 or less 6 or less 8 or less Sound
3 – 5 7 – 8 10 – 13 Minor Deficiencies
6 – 7 9 – 17 14 – 24 Major Deficiencies
7 – 9 18 – 19 25 – 29 Substandard
10 or more 20 or more 30 or more Dilapidated
The overall building conditions are defined as follows:
SOUND: A sound building is one that has been and can be kept in good condition with normal maintenance. A
sound building has no major component defects, no minor component defects ranked as major or critical or with
major deficiencies, but may have up to three minor components ranked as having minor defects.
MINOR DEFICIENT: Buildings ranked as deficient are those that require only minor repairs, which have not more
than one major component defect that is minor in nature, which has not more than one minor component defect that
is ranked as major in nature, nor more than three minor component defects ranked as minor in nature.
MAJOR DEFICIENT (DETERIORATING): Buildings ranked as deficient are buildings that require major repairs,
which have not more than one major component ranked as critical or not more than two ranked as having
deficiencies that are major in nature, nor more than five minor component defects ranked as major in nature.
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SUBSTANDARD: A structurally substandard building contains defects which are so serious and so extensive that
the building may not be economically repairable. Buildings classified as substandard have not more than two major
component defects ranked as critical or major in nature, nor more than four minor component defects ranked as
critical.
DILAPIDATED: A dilapidated building contains such a combination of serious defects that there is no question that
the building is uninhabitable and should be razed. All major components of a dilapidated building have defects that
are major or critical in nature or a combination of less serious major component defects together with at least four
minor component defects that are ranked as critical in nature.
Field Survey Results
As indicated in Table 2, the field survey of exterior building conditions in this Analysis Area indicates the
following:
Table 2
EXISTING LAND USE – CRA ANALYSIS AREA No. 12
Grand Island, Nebraska
BUILDING
TYPE SOUND DEFICIENT
(MINOR)
DEFICIENT
(MAJOR)
SUBSTANDARD DILAPIDATED
TOTAL
BUILDINGS
TOTAL
SUBSTANDARD
BUILDINGS %
Residential 72 16 17 13 11 129 41 31.8%
Outbuildings 57 37 22 13 12 141 47 33.3%
TOTAL 129 53 39 26 23 270 88 32.6%
Source: Stahr & Associates, Inc., (2013)
88 out of 129 primary structures in the Analysis Area are classified as being in sound condition or as
having only minor defects. The additional outbuilding analysis indicates that 94 out of 141 outbuilding
structures are in sound condition or have only minor defects.
17 out of 129 primary structures in the Analysis Area are classified as deteriorating because of
having major deficiencies or major component defects. The outbuilding analysis indicated that 22
outbuildings are classified as having major defects within the Area.
13 of the 129 primary structures and 13 outbuilding structures in this Analysis Area are classified as
substandard are probably beyond economically feasible rehabilitation. In addition, 11 primary
structure and 12 outbuildings are classified as dilapidated and uninhabitable.
Combined, 88 of the total 270 structures, or nearly 32.6% of all structures in this Analysis Area,
are classified, in accordance with the Nebraska Community Development Law, as being
deteriorated, substandard or dilapidated.
As indicated on Figure 3, the structures with major deficiencies or in worse condition are distributed throughout the
central and northern portions of this Analysis Area. This distribution of substandard / obsolete structures is an
indication that this Area is experiencing deterioration. The location of older and deteriorating structures within this
Area significantly diminishes the marketability of property, as well as, redevelopment potential throughout the Area
and, as a result, is a factor contributing to the substandard conditions within the Analysis Area.
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Conclusion:
The results of the field survey of exterior building conditions indicate that there a number of structures that have
major deficiencies or are in substandard condition and probably cannot be economically rehabilitated. Nearly 1 in
every 3 structures within this Analysis Area can be classified by the Nebraska Community Development Law as
being substandard. The existence of this level of substandard structures constitutes a substantial presence of
substandard conditions in this Analysis Area.
2. Age or Obsolescence
As presented in Table 3, observations made and data collected with regard to age of structures indicates the
following:
Table 3AGE OF STRUCTURES – CRA ANALYSIS AREA No. 12
Grand Island, Nebraska
BUILDING
TYPE
NEW
TO 1
YEAR
1 - 5
YEARS
6 - 10
YEARS
11 - 20
YEARS
21 - 40
YEARS
41 YEARS
OR OLDER
TOTAL
STRUCTURES
PERCENT
OVER 40
YEARS OLD
Residential 6 7 9 16 75 16 129 11.7%
Outbuildings 2 6 14 36 48 35 141 24.8%
TOTAL 8 13 23 52 123 51 270 18.9%
Source: Stahr & Associates, Inc., (2013)
Survey results indicate that 91 primary structures and 83 outbuilding structures were constructed over
20 years ago. Of this total, 16 primary structures and 35 outbuildings were constructed over 40 years
ago. In the Analysis Area a total of 51 structures out of 270 total structures, or 18.9%, are 40 plus years
old.
Analysis of the Hall County Assessors assessment records for each parcel in this Analysis Area
indicated that over 83% of the structures in the 21 - 40 age group were at least 37 years old. The
housing in this Area is rapidly aging.
Conclusion:
The findings of the field survey and analysis and interpretation of the resulting data indicates that 18.9% of all the
structures in the Analysis Area are in excess of 40 years old. In order for an area to be designated substandard, the
law specifies that there must be a predominance of older structures. In this analysis the word predominance is
defined as meaning "most frequent" or "a majority". In accordance with this definition, structures which are in
excess of 40 years old are not in the majority of this Area, thus this Area cannot, at this time, be considered to be
substandard by reasons of structure age and / or obsolescence.
3. Inadequate Provisions for Ventilation, Light, Air, Sanitation or Open Space
During the field survey conducted to determine building conditions, building and lot conditions were also evaluated
with regard to factors that present on-going negative conditions or impacts and thus contribute to the physical
decline of any developed urban area. The lack of adequate ventilation, sun light, clean air, proper
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sanitation facilities and open space can be a contributing factor to the decline of any urban area and the presence
of any or all of these in reasonable numbers or intensity is considered, under Nebraska Community Development
Law, to contribute to the substandard character of any urban area.
The survey did not reveal any appreciable problems with ventilation of structures or where the size of the building
on the lot and / or the small lot size itself did contribute to situations where there is a lack of sunlight and lack of
open space. There was adequate front and side yards according to adopted zoning regulations.
As documented later in this report, the northern portion of this Analysis Area does have some substantial problems
relative to sanitation. There are a number of instances in the northern portion of this Analysis Area where poor
surface drainage results in areas of standing, stagnant water. This ponding of water can become a health hazard for
area residents due to infestation of mosquitoes during the warmer months.
The southern portion of this Analysis Area also exhibits problems with sanitation relating to inadequate surface
drainage due to lack of a complete surface drainage system. As indicated in the photographs below, the incomplete
surface drainage structures leave open swales and ditches where water ponds and stagnates, creating not only a
physical, but potential health hazard for area residents due to increased potential for increased mosquito production.
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Conclusion:
The field investigation documented that there are not any properties within the Analysis Area where the lack of
adequate provisions for ventilation, light, air or open space contribute to the substandard factors of the Analysis
Area. However, the severity of the problem with poor surface drainage and the ponding of water is a factor that
contributes to substandard conditions in this Analysis Area.
4. Existence of Conditions which Endanger Life or Property by Fire or other Causes
The field survey indicated that there are several conditions which endanger life or property to varying degrees
within the Analysis Areas. These include:
There are 34 instances in the Analysis Area where various amounts of combustible items are stored or
where there are junk, debris or waste tires stored very near or against the walls of the primary building
on the lot. The presence of this combustible material, junk and debris constitutes a substantial fire
hazard which could endanger both life and property.
The analysis of the average age of structures within the Analysis Area indicates that 174 of the 270, or
over 64% of all structures in the Area are in excess of 20 years old. Also, 69 of the 129, or 53% of the
primary structures are either mobile or manufactured homes that are 20 years old. These types of
structures and there age are by nature highly flammable, and along with the presence of large amounts
of junk and debris create a fire hazard.
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There are numerous locations in the southern portion of the Analysis Area where open manholes and
storm drainage structures present a severe falling and entrapment hazards. As indicated in the
photographs below, these structures are only partially finished and their continued existence also can
provide breeding grounds for mosquitos and other vermin which could present additional life
threatening hazards.
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Conclusion:
A number of conditions which endanger life or property through fire or other causes, do now exist in this Analysis
Area. These conditions are sufficient in number and distribution to be a contributing factor to a blighted
designation.
5. Any Combination of Factors which are conducive to Ill Health, Transmission of Disease, Infant
Mortality, Juvenile Delinquency and Crime, and is Detrimental to the Public Health, Safety, Morals or
Welfare
The above listed factors indicate substandard conditions that do exist in the Analysis Areas. These conditions also
present a real potential for detrimental effects on the safety and health of the citizens residing within the Analysis
Areas when two or more of the substandard conditions occur in the Area. An evaluation of the various
combinations of substandard conditions listed above produced the following findings.
The combination of older housing, type of housing and a high percentage of junk or debris present within the Area
(all factors listed above), combine to create negative factors that are detrimental to the public health, safety, morals
and welfare of the citizens residing within this Analysis Area:
The combination of the presence of flammable junk and debris create a fire-spreading hazard resulting
in possible property loss and endangerment of life.
The presence of older housing, the significant numbers of either mobile or manufactured homes
and the presence of large amounts of junk increases the risk of fire spreading from one structure
to another again resulting in possible property loss and endangerment of life.
The presence of junk and debris on the lots not only create potential fire hazards, but also create
unsanitary conditions, as well as, diminishes the overall physical appearance of the Area. In addition,
this combined with the fact that rats and other vermin frequently utilize these areas for breeding
grounds; all conditions that are detrimental to the health and welfare of the citizens.
The existence of an inadequate surface system in the southern portion of the Area presents additional
threats to health. The incomplete surface drainage structures leave open swales and ditches where
water ponds and stagnates, creating not only a physical, but potential health hazard for area residents
due to increased potential for increased mosquito production.
Conclusion:
The combination of these types of substandard factors throughout the Analysis Area significantly effects the local
population working and residing in this Area. The level of impacted population is sufficient to conclude that this
combination of negative factors is in and of itself a contributing factor to a blighted and substandard designation.
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Analysis of Blight Factors
1. Presence of a Substantial Number of Deteriorated or Deteriorating Structures
As presented in the previous evaluation of the "Substandard Factors", a total of 88 of the 270 primary and accessory
buildings in the Analysis Area are judged to be in deteriorating or worse condition. These deteriorating buildings
represent over 32% of all structures in the Analysis Area.
Conclusion:
The presence of over 1 substandard structure for every 3 structures in the Analysis Area indicates that deteriorating
and deteriorated structures represent a reasonable number of the total structures in the Analysis Area. This level of
substandard structures is a contributing condition of blight.
2. Existence of Defective or Inadequate Street Layout
The street pattern in the Analysis Area consists primarily of a network of arterials, collectors and local streets that
provide access to locations throughout the area. The street system in the Analysis Area, for the most part, is a
typical grid pattern that provides reasonable access to individual properties.
Conclusion:
The Analysis Area does not have inadequacies in the form of traffic movement capabilities and real property access.
Defective or inadequate street layout thus cannot be considered a factor contributing to blighted conditions in this
Area.
3. Faulty Lot Layout in Relation to Size, Adequacy, Accessibility or Usefulness
The field survey, combined with investigations of property ownership and plat maps indicate that few problems
exist relative to lot layout, lot size, adequacy, accessibility or usefulness within the Analysis Area. Those
problems that do exist with regard to faulty lot layout are limited. There are two large lots on the north side of
Old Potash Highway and west of Dale Roush Second Subdivision in which further subdivision will be difficult
due to lack of accessibility.
Conclusion:
Although there are a limited number of problems associated with faulty lot layout and usefulness within this
Analysis Area, the problems that currently exist, indicated above, should be considered only a limited factor
contributing to blighted conditions in this Analysis Area.
4. Unsanitary and Unsafe Conditions
As stated previously in the analysis of "substandard" factors, there are several instances within the Analysis
Areas where unsanitary and unsafe conditions exist. These include:
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The 34 instances in the Analysis Area where various amounts of combustible items are stored or where
there are junk, debris or waste tires stored very near or against the walls of the primary building on the
lot. The presence of this combustible material, junk and debris constitutes a substantial fire hazard
which creates unsafe conditions within the Area.
The average age of residential structures within the Analysis Area indicate that over 62% of such
structures in the Area are in excess of 20 years old and the field survey indicates that most of these
structures are either mobile or manufactured homes. These types of structures are by nature highly
flammable.
The existence of W. Old Potash Road, an arterial street, crossing through the center of the Analysis
Area, presents a safety hazard for pedestrians and traffic along this road. The lack of sidewalks
contributes to the increased risk for pedestrians along this road.
Nearly all sites within the Analysis Area do not have sidewalks. The lack of sidewalks contributes to
the increased risk for pedestrians throughout the Analysis Area, as pedestrians must use the
streets/roads to move from one portion of the Area to another.
The existence of large amounts of junk and / or debris in this area presents a significant fire hazard, in
that a fire can spread easily from one structure to another. This creates unsafe conditions within the
Area. In addition, the presence of junk and debris can create breeding ground for rats and other vermin
that would result in unsanitary conditions within the Analysis Area.
Over 83% of the lots within the Analysis Area have some type of drainage problem. This can become
problematic as winter snow falls and / or melts or as spring and summer rains fall resulting in
situations that disallow easy access to personal property within the Area. In addition, in both the
northern and southern portions of this Analysis Area ponding water often becomes a health hazard
with the infestation of mosquitoes during the warmer months.
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There are numerous locations in the southern portion of the Analysis Area where open manholes and storm
drainage structures present a severe falling and entrapment hazards. As indicated in the photographs
below, these structures are only partially finished and their continued existence also can provide breeding
grounds for mosquitos and other vermin which could present additional life threatening hazards.
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Conclusion:
There are numerous instances in the Analysis Area where unsanitary and unsafe conditions exist. These conditions
do contribute to the unattractiveness of the Area and can thus be considered a major contributing factor to a blighted
condition.
5. Deterioration of Site and Other Improvements
The field survey also included an evaluation of the condition of site improvements including: street surface
conditions, curbs and gutters, street width adequacy, sidewalks, driveways, and off-street parking facilities,
fencing and drainage facilities. The data presented in Table 4 document the present condition of these improvements
in the Analysis Areas. The lack of or deterioration of site improvements include:
All of the primary structures have off-street parking. However, 89 of the 129, or nearly 70% of the
primary structures have off-street parking on gravel / dirt surfaces. Often this parking can become
problematic as winter snow falls and / or melts or as spring and summer rains fall resulting in
situations that disallow easy access to personal property within the Area.
In the southern portion of this Analysis Area, there is at least one instance where natural gas and storm
sewer lines and pipes are uncovered and exposed to the elements. This can result in deterioration of
these lines and pipes and present substantial safety hazards.
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Table 3SITE COMPONENT CONDITIONS – CRA ANALYSIS AREA No. 12
Grand Island, Nebraska
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL
STREET CONSTRUCTION
CONCRETE/ASPHALT 130 130
GRAVEL / DIRT 0 0
STREET WIDTH
ADEQUATE 130 130
INADEQUATE 0 0
STREET/CURB AND GUTTER CONDITION
GOOD 130 130
FAIR 0 0
POOR 0 0
SIDEWALK CONDITION
GOOD 7 7
FAIR 3 3
POOR 0 0
NONE 120 120
DRIVEWAY / OFF-STREET PARKING CONSTRUCTION
CONCRETE/ASPHALT 41 41
GRAVEL / DIRT 89 89
NONE 0 0
DRIVEWAY / OFF-STREET PARKING CONDITION
GOOD 71 71
FAIR 41 41
POOR 18 18
FENCING
GOOD 42 42
FAIR 10 10
POOR 14 14
NONE 64 64
APPEARANCE
UNKEPT 6 6
DEBRIS / JUNK 34 34
SURFACE DRAINAGE
ADEQUATE 113 113
MINOR PROBLEMS 13 13
MAJOR PROBLEMS 4 4
OVERALL SITE CONDITION
GOOD 85 85
FAIR 19 19
POOR 26 26
Source: Stahr & Associates, Inc. Field Survey, February, 2013
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Nearly all of the primary structures in this Area, are not served by a sidewalk system. The non-
existence of a sidewalk system contributes to generating traffic hazards for children and other
pedestrians and to decreasing the desirability of this Area and thus contributes to the blighting factors
that now exist.
Over 30% of the lots in this Area are unkept and / or contain substantial amounts of junk and debris.
This relatively high level of poorly maintained properties within this Analysis Area represents a
considerable blighting factor.
Over 83% of the lots within the Analysis Area have some type of drainage problem. This can become
problematic as winter snow falls and / or melts or as spring and summer rains fall resulting in
situations that disallow easy access to personal property within the Area. In addition, in both the
northern and southern portions of this Analysis Area ponding water often becomes a health hazard
with the infestation of mosquitoes during the warmer months.
Conclusion:
A combined rating of overall site improvements, as indicated on Table 4, indicates the majority of overall site
improvements are in good condition. However, the fact that over 34% of the existing lots contain deteriorating site
improvements creating a fair or poor rating implies that the Area is experiencing deterioration thus strongly
contributing to the blighted conditions already present. In addition, the lack of site improvements in locations
throughout the Analysis Area also serves to be a limiting factor to future development in the Area and thus is an
additional factor contributing to blight.
6. Diversity of Ownership
Stability and the livelihood of any urban area is dependent to a large extent on slow, but consistent, renewal of the
area through maintenance and modernization or replacement of the existing developments. The ability to renew an
area is thus partially dependent on the ability of the private and public sectors to acquire land of sufficient size to
develop new housing or other land uses. The existence of smaller than optimal lots, under separate ownership make
it difficult and expensive, if not impossible, to consolidate a sufficient amount of land to facilitate such renewal or
redevelopment.
Analysis of assessment records and plat maps of the Analysis Area indicate that, although the majority of platted lots
are individually owned, the platted lots are of sufficient size to respond to the markets.
Conclusion
Diversity of ownership is not a significant factor contributing to blight in the Analysis Areas.
7. Tax or Special Assessment Delinquency Exceeding the Fair Value of the Land
Correspondence with the Hall County Treasurer's Office, as well as, the Hall County Assessor's Office indicated that
there are not any tax or special assessment delinquencies in excess of the fair value of the property within this
Analysis Area.
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Conclusion
Tax or special assessment delinquencies exceeding the fair value of the land are not found to be a significant factor
contributing to blight in the Analysis Areas.
8. Defective or Unusual Conditions of Title
A random examination of deeds and encumbrances on properties within the Analysis Areas was conducted as part of
this Blighted and Substandard Area Determination Analysis. The examination indicated that few, if any defective or
unusual conditions of title in this Analysis Area.
Conclusion
Defective or unusual conditions of title are not found to be a significant factor contributing to blight in the Analysis
Areas.
9. Improper Subdivision and Obsolete Platting
The field surveys, combined with investigations of property ownership and plat maps, indicate that any a few
problems exist in the Analysis Areas with regard to improper subdivision or obsolete platting.
There are two large lots on the north side of Old Potash Highway and west of Dale Roush Second Subdivision
in which further subdivision will be difficult due to lack of accessibility.
Conclusion
Improper subdivision and obsolete platting is a limited factor contributing to blight in the Analysis Areas.
10. Existence of Conditions which Endanger Life or Property by Fire and other Causes
The same factors listed in the "substandard factor" analysis that endangers life or property by fire and other causes
can directly be correlated to conditions that cause blight. Therefore, those factors also contribute to the blighted
character within the Areas. These factors include:
The 34 instances in the Analysis Area where various amounts of combustible items are stored or where
there are junk, debris or waste tires stored very near or against the walls of the primary building on the
lot. The presence of this combustible material, junk and debris constitutes a substantial fire hazard
which could endanger both life and property.
The analysis of the average age of residential structures within the Analysis Area indicate that over
62% of such structures in the Area are in excess of 20 years old and the field survey indicates that a
majority of these structures are mobile or older manufactured homes, which by nature are highly
flammable. This combination of older and type of structures presents a substantial potential for
endangerment of life and property.
The existence of W. Old Potash Road, an arterial road that extends through the center of the Analysis
Area, presents a safety hazard for pedestrians and traffic around this road. The lack of sidewalks
contributes to the increased risk for pedestrians along this road.
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Nearly all sites within the Analysis Area do not have sidewalks. The lack of sidewalks contributes to
the increased risk for pedestrians throughout the Analysis Area, as the must use the streets/roads to
move from one portion of the Area to another.
There are numerous locations in the southern portion of the Analysis Area where open manholes and
storm drainage structures present a severe falling and entrapment hazards. As indicated in the
photographs below, these structures are only partially finished and their continued existence also can
provide breeding grounds for mosquitos and other vermin which could present additional life
threatening hazards.
Conclusion:
A number of conditions which endanger life or property through fire or other causes now exist in this Analysis Area.
These conditions, listed above, are sufficient in number and distribution in this Analysis Area to qualify as a major
blighting factor.
11. Combination of Blighting Factors
Section 18-2103 of the Nebraska Community Development Law, in its definition of blighted area, indicates that an
area may be considered blighted if there exists any combination of the above factors which substantially impairs or
arrests the sound growth of the community, retards the provisions of housing accommodations or constitutes an
economic or social liability and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare in its present condition
or use, and in which there is at least one of the following present:
Unemployment in the designated area is at least 120% of the state or national average;
The average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least forty years;
More than one-half of the platted and subdivided property in the area is unimproved land that has been
within the City for forty years and has remained unimproved during that time;
The per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the City in which
the area is designated; or
The area has had either stable or decreasing population in the last two decennial censuses.
Examination of U. S. Census data completed as part of this Analysis indicates the existence of the following
conditions which impede the sound growth of the Analysis Area:
The per capita income of the area, U.S. Census Bureau Lots 1013 - 1016 is lower than the average per
capita income of entire U.S. Census Bureau Tract 6 and the City of Grand Island in which the Analysis
Area is located.
The area has had either stable or decreasing population in the last two decennial censuses.
Conclusion:
The combination of the above factors which limit sound development of the City, impede development and
redevelopment and produce an ongoing economic liability, are sufficient to be considered blighting factors in
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the Analysis Area. In addition, in accordance with the requirements of this Section of the law, the per capita income
of the area, U. S. Census Lots 1013 - 1016 is lower than the average per capita income of U. S. Census Tract 6 and
also the City of Grand Island and the Area has had a stable population during the last two decennial censuses.
12. Other Blighting Factors
In Section 18-2102, the Legislative Findings and Declarations (Introduction) of the Community Development Law,
states in part some additional criteria for identifying blighting conditions including "economically or socially
undesirable land uses". Factors which are commonly used to evaluate undesirable land uses include: 1) mixing of
incompatible land uses, 2) economic obsolescence of the land uses or the land uses ability to compete in the market
place, and 3) functional obsolescence of the land uses or the physical utility of the land and structures.
This Analysis Area has a number of properties where the unsecured storage of junk and other debris
constitutes a fire hazard and potential health hazards and where poor surface drainage results in
problems with access to property and mosquito health hazards. Considerable amounts of junk and
debris and poor drainage are "unattractive" environmental factors which contribute to undesirable land
usage.
The southern portion of the Analysis Area which is occupied by the Copper Creek Estates Subdivision
is in very poor condition and has remained only partially developed due to the fact that it is
economically obsolete in today’s residential market. Copper Creek Estates is presently perceived as
a poor area to locate in and has become a blighting influence in and of itself.
Conclusion:
Economically and socially undesirable land uses exist in this Analysis Area and constitute a blighting influence
within this Analysis Area and the City of Grand Island. These negative factors will continue to be a blighting
influence without proper measures and public intervention.
SUMMARY DETERMINATION OF THE ANALYSIS AREA AS BLIGHTED AND SUBSTANDARD
The land area contained within the Analysis Area, as set forth in Figure 1, meet the requirements of the Nebraska
Community Development Law for designation as both a "substandard" and "blighted" area.
As documented in this report, there is a varying, but reasonable distribution of 4 of the 6 factors that indicate that
Analysis Area is substandard. These substandard factors and the intensity of occurrence are as follows:
Present to a Strong Degree
Existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and other causes, and
Dilapidation and deterioration of buildings and improvements, and
Combinations of these factors which are conducive to ill health and
detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare.
Present to a Reasonable Degree
Inadequate Provisions for Ventilation, Light, Air, Sanitation or Open Space
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Not Present
Age and obsolescence of buildings and improvements,
High density of population or overcrowding.
Also documented in this report, there is a predominance of the factors regarding the characteristics of buildings and
improvements, as set forth in the Nebraska Community Development Law. In fact, 6 of the 10 factors set forth in
the law are predominate in the Analysis Area and thus the Area can be considered blighted in accordance with the
Law.
Present to a Strong Degree
Unsanitary and unsafe conditions, and
Existence of conditions which endanger the life or property by fire and other causes.
Present to a Reasonable Degree
A substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures,
Improper subdivision or obsolete platting,
Deterioration of site and other improvements, and
Faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility or usefulness,
Not Present
Existence of defective or inadequate street layout,
Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding the fair value of the land,
Diversity of ownership, and
Defective or unusual conditions of title.
Combinations of these blighting factors which substantially impair or arrest the sound growth of the community,
retards the provisions for housing accommodations and constitute an economic and social liability and which area
detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare are present to a reasonable degree. In addition, two of the five
critical factors for blight determination is present as follows:
Present
The per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the City in
which the area is designated.
The area has had either stable or decreasing population in the last two decennial censuses.
DETERMINATION OF NEED FOR PUBLIC INTERVENTION
Section 18-2102 of the Nebraska Community Development Law requires that in determining whether or not any
area is blighted or substandard, the conditions of the area must be such that arresting of the blight and substandard
conditions within the area be beyond the remedy and control of the City solely by regulatory control and exercise of
the police power and cannot be effectively dealt with by the ordinary operations of private enterprise without the
aids provided under this law.
Evaluation of the conditions of the Analysis Area, as determined by the analysis of each substandard or blight
factor, indicate that although Grand Island can encourage long-term improvement of conditions within the Analysis
Areas through implementation of zoning districts and zoning regulations, through replacement or improvement of
streets, sidewalks, alleys and utilities and through improved overall law enforcement, it cannot overcome these
problems without substantially increasing property taxes or creating property assessment districts to finance the
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improvements needed. Increasing taxes or assessments over the existing levels will only serve to reduce spendable
incomes in the City resulting in a further decline in the maintenance and thus the quality of structures and
infrastructure within the areas.
Copper Creek Estates Subdivision, which comprises the majority of this Analysis Area, has failed to be completed
and sold as a residential subdivision because the costs associated with the acquisition of the land and installation of
the necessary public infrastructure improvements have proven to make the sale of lots in the subdivision impossible.
As a result, the subdivision has been left unmaintained with substantially incomplete infrastructure improvements
which, in turn, has resulted in a perception of poor quality and an undesirable place to reside. In short, Copper
Creek Estates itself has become a substandard area and a blighting influence which not only has but will continue to
negatively impact the development of the subdivision and the areas adjoining this subdivision.
As documented in prior housing market studies for the City, a primary housing demand which is not being met is
that of housing for middle income households. An analysis of the current residential housing and lots on the market
indicates that Copper Creek Estates is the only subdivision in the City at the present time which is designed to
provide such affordable housing. If the development of Copper Creek Estates is to be successfully completed in a
manner which will provide “affordable” housing in Grand Island, a method of offsetting at least a portion of the
development cost has been proven and will be necessary.
In summary, if the blighting and substandard conditions in the Analysis Area are to be effectively arrested within a
time frame that will minimize further deterioration of the Area, the City of Grand Island and private enterprise
working together through actions of local investors, government officials, the aids provided through Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) and the use of other grant funds targeted to arrest the causes of the blighted and substandard
conditions, identified herein, is necessary, essential and warranted.
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APPENDIX A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION - CRA ANALYSIS AREA No. 12
Grand Island, Nebraska
Beginning at the northeast corner of Center Township M and M Subdivision, Lot 1 in the NW1/4, NW1/4, Section
23, Township 11 North, Range 10 West of the 6th P. M., Hall County, Nebraska, thence north along an extension of
the east line of said M and M Subdivision to the north right-of-way line of Old Potash Highway, thence eastward
along the north right-of-way line of Old Potash Highway to the west line of Miscellaneous Tracts14-11-10 Part of
the East ½, Southwest ¼, Section 14, Township 11 North, Range 10 West, thence north along the west line of said
Miscellaneous Tracts 14,11-10, Part of the East 1/2 , Southwest ¼, Section 14 and the west line of Dale Roush
Second Subdivision to the north line of Dale Roush Second Subdivision, thence eastward along the north line of said
Dale Roush Second Subdivision to the east line of said Dale Roush Second Subdivision, thence southward along the
east line of said Dale Roush Subdivision to the south line of Dale Roush Second Subdivision, thence south along an
extension of the east line of said Dale Roush Second Subdivision to the south right-of-way line of Old Potash
Highway, thence westward along the south right-of-way line of Old Potash Highway to a point on a line which is a
northward extension of the east line of Lot 23, Copper Creek Estates Subdivision, thence southward along said
extension line and the east line of Copper Creek Estates Subdivision and the east line of Miscellaneous Tracts in
Section 23-11-10, Part of the E ½, Northwest ¼ , except the east 35’ and part of the West ½, Northwest ¼ of said
Section 23 to the south line of said Miscellaneous Tracts in Section 23-11-10, Part of the E ½, Northwest ¼, except
the east 35’ and part of the West ½, Northwest ¼, of said Section 23, thence westward along the south line of said
Miscellaneous Tracts in Section 23-11-10, Part of the E ½, Northwest ¼, except the east 35’ and part of the West ½,
Northwest ¼, of said Section 23 to the west line of said Miscellaneous Tracts in Section 23-11-10, Part of the E ½,
Northwest ¼, except the east 35’ and part of the West ½, Northwest ¼, of said Section 23, thence northward along
the west line of said Miscellaneous Tracts in Section 23-11-10, Part of the E ½, Northwest ¼, except the east 35’
and part of the West ½, Northwest ¼, of said Section 23 to the south line of Center Township, M and M
Subdivision, Lot 1 in the NW1/4, NW1/4, Section 23, Township 11 North, Range 10 West of the 6th P.M, Hall
County, Nebraska, thence eastward along the south line of said Center Township, M and M Subdivision, Lot 1 in the
NW1/4, NW1/4, Section 23, Township 11 North, Range 10 West of the 6th P.M, Hall County, Nebraska to the east
line of said Center Township, M and M Subdivision, Lot 1 in the NW1/4, NW1/4, Section 23, Township 11 North,
Range 10 West of the 6th P.M, Hall County, Nebraska, thence northward along the east line of said Center
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Township, M and M Subdivision, Lot 1 in the NW1/4, NW1/4, Section 23, Township 11 North, Range 10 West of
the 6th P.M, Hall County, Nebraska to the northeast corner of said Center Township, M and M Subdivision, Lot 1 in
the NW1/4, NW1/4, Section 23, Township 11 North, Range 10 West of the 6th P.M, Hall County, Nebraska, which
is the point of beginning.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item I1
#2013-70 - Consideration of Approving One and Six Year Street
Improvement Program
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-2.
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-70
WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission, after public notice having been
published in one issue of the Grand Island Independent, and such notice also having been posted
in at least three places in areas where it was likely to attract attention, conducted a public hearing
on February 6, 2013, on the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for the City of Grand
Island; and
WHEREAS, at the February 6, 2013 public hearing, the Regional Planning
Commission approved the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan 2013-2018, and
recommended that such program be approved by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the Grand Island City Council, after public notice having been
published in one issue of the Grand Island Independent, and such notice also having been posted
in at least three places in areas where it was likely to attract attention, conducted a public hearing
on March 12, 2013, on the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for the City of Grand
Island; and
WHEREAS, this Council has determined that the One and Six Year Street
Improvement Program as set out in Exhibit “A” should be adopted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the One and Six Year Street
Improvement Program 2013-2018, based on priorities of needs and calculated to contribute to the
orderly development of city streets, and identified as Exhibit “A”, is hereby approved and
adopted by this Council.
- - -
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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2013
ONE AND SIX YEAR
STREET IMPROVEMENT PLAN
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
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Sheet 1 of 1
County:City:Village:
LENGTH
UNIT OF
MEASURE
PROJECTED
COST
CONTRACT
PROJECT
OWN
FORCES DATE COMPLETED
(Nearest Tenth)
(Thousands)(Actual or Estimated)
M-310 (89)1.2 MILE Delayed, Construction in 2015
M-310 (411)2.0 MILE 2,794 X Est. June 2013
M-310 (508)0.7 MILE Delayed to 1-Year Plan
M-310 (515)0.2 MILE 248 X July 2012
M-310 (537)300.0 FEET Delayed to 1-Year Plan
M-310 (578)1.9 MILE 1,144 X October 2012
M-310 (579)4.5 MILE Delayed to 1-Year Plan, construction completed in 2014
M-310 (591)100.0 FEET Delayed to 1-Year Plan
M-310 (593)1.3 MILE 603 X August 2012
M-310 (267)220.0 FEET Delayed to 2014
M-310 (459)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (461)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (544)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (595)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (596)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (447)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (572)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (590)Deleted, not street improvement project
M-310 (597)0.0 MILE 102 X June 2012
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 11, Jul 96
Street Superintendent
PROJECT NUMBER
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 11 Report of Previous Year
Highway or Street Improvement
Year Ending:December 31, 2012
GRAND ISLAND
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County:City:Village:
PRIORITY
NUMBER LENGTH
UNIT OF
MEASURE
ESTIMATED
COST
(Nearest Tenth)
(Thousands)
1 M-310 (579)4.5 MILE 3,413
2 M-310 (508)0.7 MILE 1,495
3 M-310 (537)300.0 FEET 384
4 M-310 (591)100.0 FEET 40
5 M-310 (588)1.0 MILE 1,200
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 8, Jul 96
Shoulder Imp @ BNSF
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 8 Summary of One-Year Plan
Year Ending:December 31, 2012
GRAND ISLAND
Federal Aid Project
PROJECT NUMBER REMARKS
Federal Aid Project
Federal Aid Project
Blaine Street Paving
Street Superintendent
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County:City:Village:
PRIORITY
NUMBER LENGTH
UNIT OF
MEASURE
ESTIMATED
COST
(Nearest Tenth)
(Thousands)
1 M-310 (579)4.5 MILE 3,413
2 M-310 (508)0.7 MILE 1,495
3 M-310 (537)300.0 FEET 384
4 M-310 (89)1.2 MILE 8,151
5 M-310 (581)12.2 MILE 5,745
6 M-310 (623)9.6 MILE 6,019
7 M-310 (591)100.0 FEET 40
8 M-310 (267)220.0 FEET 200
9 M-310 (624)0.4 MILE 160
10 M-310 (622)0.8 MILE 250
11 M-310 (588)1.0 MILE 1,200
12 M-310 (598)600.0 FEET 45
13 M-310 (353)0.4 MILE 820
14 M-310 (609)1.0 MILE 800
15 M-310 (599)1.0 MILE 700
16 M-310 (520)2.0 MILE 1,500
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 9, Jul 96
Blaine St Paving from Schimmer to Wildwood - CDBG
Blaine St Bridges
Stuhr Rd Concrete Overlay
Shady Bend Rd - Mill & Resurface/Bridge Repair
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 9 Summary of Six-Year Plan
Six-Year Period Ending:December 31, 2012
GRAND ISLAND
Custer & 15th - Realign Dwy/Traffic Signal Install - FED AID
Capital Avenue Widening - Webb to Broadwell
Hwy 30 Resurfacing - NDOR
Hwy 281 in GI & North - NDOR
Broadwell Ave Shoulder Improvement @ BNSF Crossing
PROJECT NUMBER REMARKS
Various Location Resurfacing - FED AID
US Hwy 30 Drainage Improvements - FED AID
Skypark Rd Improvements - Capital to Airport
Skypark Rd Improvements - Airport to Abbott
Capital Ave Widening - Broadwell to Skypark
Skypark & Airport Intersection Improvements
Faidley Ave extention to North Rd
Street Superintendent
Reasons for major changes in the Six-Year program are as follows: Leadership change in the City of Grand Island Public Works Department
recongnizing the need to revise and edit the projects being listed on the annual One- and Six-Year Plan. A list of the deleted projects, as well as,
projects that have been removed until they are programmed/funded are attached.
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M-310 (447)Trail along Moores Creek Drain - State to Capital Connector
M-310 (459)Southwest Drainage Project (CCC to Wood River)
M-310 (461)Construction of NW GI Flood Control Project
M-310 (485)PVIP Drainage Project - Phase I (Design)
M-310 (507)Independence - Construct Culverts & Fill in West Ditch
M-310 (511)Moores Creek - Old Potash to Edna
M-310 (544)Concrete Lining of Drainage Ditches
M-310 (559)Concrete Lining of Drainage Ditches
M-310 (563)Concrete Lining of Drainage Ditches
M-310 (565)Trail along Locust from US Hwy 34 to Stagecoach
M-310 (568)Update Moores Creek Drainage Plan
M-310 (572)Annual Sidewalk Projects
M-310 (576)Misc. Major Drainage Development
M-310 (590)Third & Wheeler Downtown Historical Lighting Project
M-310 (595)Highway 281 Drainage Project - Phase I
M-310 (596)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (600)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (601)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (602)Highway 281 Drainage Project - Phase II
M-310 (603)Comprehensive Drainage Plan
M-310 (605)Trail along Broadwell Ave - Capital Ave to Eagle Scout Park - PE
M-310 (611)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (612)Highway 281 Drainage Project - Phase III
M-310 (613)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (616)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (617)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (619)Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
M-310 (620)Storm Cell Improvements
M-310 (621)Annual Asphalt Resurfaincg Project
M-310 (499A)Broadwell Ave/UPRR - Environmental Study/Preliminary Engineering
M-310 (507A)Independence Avenue Drainage - Design
M-310 (584A)Stolley Park Corridor Improvements (Design)
DELETED PROJECTS
Deleted & Removed Projects
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Deleted & Removed Projects
City of Grand Island - 2013
M-310 (352)Hwy 30 Relocation - US 281 West
M-310 (458)Signal @ US Highway 34/281 and Wildwood Rd
M-310 (497)Lighting on US Highway 281 from Stolley Park Rd to Old Potash Hwy
M-310 (499)Broadwell Ave/UPRR - Construction
M-310 (502)Shady Bend Rd @ UPRR -E Bypass
M-310 (518)Quiet Zone - UPRR Corridor - Lincoln, Broadwell & Blaine/Custer
M-310 (521)Swift Rd - WWTP to Stuhr Rd
M-310 (527)Misc. Safety Projects - TBD
M-310 (528)State/Diers Intersection Improvements
M-310 (533)Husker Hwy W of US Hwy 34/281 Intersection
M-310 (535)Barr Middle School Traffic Circulation Improvements
M-310 (538)Capital Ave & North Rd Intersection Improvement
M-310 (539)3rd St Widening - Adams to Eddy
M-310 (540)North Rd & 13th St Intersection Improvements
M-310 (545)Signal @ US Hwy 34/281 and Rae Rd
M-310 (546)Annual Paving Program (Assessment Districts) - W Stolley Park Rd & Westwood Park Sub
M-310 (550)Left Turn Lane - North Rd @ NWHS
M-310 (551)Stolley Park Rd & North Rd Intersection
M-310 (552)Left Turn Lane on Husker Hwy @ HLHS
M-310 (553)Left Turn Lane on 13th @ Redwood/Mansfield
M-310 (554)Resurface Wildwood from US Hwy 281 to Locust St
M-310 (556)North Rd over UPRR
M-310 (564)Stolley - Fonner/HEC/Fair Entrance to Stuhr Rd
M-310 (574)Misc. Signals - TBD
M-310 (580)Highway 281 Southbound Repair
M-310 (583)North Rd & Old Potash Intersection Improvements
M-310 (585)State Street - Webb Rd to Broadwell Ave Safety Improvement
M-310 (586)Broadwell Ave - Capital to Airport Rd
M-310 (587)Webb Rd - UPRR to south of Stolley Park Rd
M-310 (599)Sky Park Improvements - Airport Rd to Abbott Rd
M-310 (604)Highway 281 Safety Enhancement Improvement Project
M-310 (606)Webb Rd & State St Intersection (Geometrics)
M-310 (607)Diers Ave & State Street / US Hwy 281 - Design (Geometrics)
M-310 (608)Locust St & Anna St (Geometrics)
M-310 (610)Sycamore St Underpass - Complete Rebuild/Rehab (drainage/pavement) - Phase I
M-310 (618)Eddy Street Underpass Complete Rebuild/Rehab (drainage/pavement) - Phase I
M-310 (535A)Barr Middle School Traffic Circulation Improvements (Design)
REMOVED PROJECTS
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Capital Avenue from Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 8,749, 2031 = 11,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Minor Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
62'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Double 12'
Rise:
4'
Length:
50'
Type:
Concrete
Culvert Diameter:
48"
Length:
175'
Type:
Concrete
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen roadway to from 2 lanes to 5 lanes with curb & gutter.
Federal Aid Project No. URB-5436(5)
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
1,630 6,521 8,151
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.2 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(89)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Blaine Street N of Hwy 34 at Wood River crossing
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
2 (two) Bridges - See bridge inventory data attached for existing attributes
U104513905 - South Structure
U104513910 - North Structure
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 2815, 2031 = 6,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Collector
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal (HL93) Surfacing Thickness:
varies
Width:
18' or 25'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
12'
Rise:
6'
Length:
48'
Type:
Concrete
Culvert Diameter:
42"
Length:
48'
Type:
Arch RCP
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Bridge U104513910 to be replaced by two box culverts of the same size.
Bridge U104513905 to be replaced by two Arch RCP culvert pipes.
Hydraulic Analysis was conducted in 2002 and will be double checked before final design is approved.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
200 200
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
220 Feet
Project No.:
M-310(267)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Faidley Avenue from North Road to East end of Faidley Ave.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
None (new construction)
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 0, 2031 = 2,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Collector
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Local Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
New construction - Design has not been completed. Form 7 will be updated as the design is finalized.
Noted on 2004 Comprehensive Transportation Plan.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
800 800
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
0.4 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(353)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
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Comprehensive Transportation Plan
6.2 East / West Traffic Flow Improvements
Widen US Highway 30 on 2nd Street between Grant and Greenwich Streets: As shown in the
appendix, this proposal would involve widening US Highway 30 in order to provide a center left
turn lane through a heavily commercialized area, west of the downtown district. Typically, a
facility of this type would have a capacity of about 16,700 vpd. However, it carries upwards of
20,000 vpd between Grant and Greenwich Streets, which shows that the functional usefulness of
this roadway is being taxed. It is forecasted to carry about 22,000 vpd in 2020 with V/C ratios of
about 1.2. Thus a 4 lane cross section would be inadequate to serve future traffic. Adding a
center left turn lane in this location would increase the capacity of the facility by approximately
30%. The center left turn lane would increase the safety in the corridor by removing turning
movements from the through traffic flow. Moreover, the existing level of access to businesses
and residences adjacent to the highway would be maintained but the access points may need
some relocation. Because of the operational improvements, widening of US Highway 30 would
be expected to attract an additional 2000 vpd. The widening of this roadway would have
adjacent land use impacts. The minimum travel way for a 5-lane section would be approximately
64 feet. The typical existing cross section is about 44 to 50 feet. Construction of an additional
roadway width would require removal of a number of adjacent trees and the relocation of
existing sidewalks. The 1990 Comprehensive Plan also recommended this project in light of the
capacity deficiency identified on this roadway.
Restripe Stolley Park Road between Webb Road and Locust Street: As shown in the appendix,
this proposal would involve striping Stolley Park Road between Webb Road and Locust Street
from 2 lanes to 3. Stolley Park Road between Webb Road and Locust Street has a typical
capacity between 8,400 and 10,900 vpd and carries about 10,000 vpd. Widening this roadway
would help alleviate some of the congestion associated with this roadway in the present and in
the future. It is forecasted to carry about 12,000-13,000 vpd between Webb Road and Locust
Street in 2020 in the absence of any improvements. This results in a V/C ratio between 1.0 and
1.4. Widening Stolley Park Road from 2 to 3 lanes (to provide a capacity approximately 12,500
vpd) from Webb Road to Locust Street would draw an additional 1500-3000 vpd on Stolley Park
Road, on the average, and a reduction in V/C ratios to between 1.0 and 1.2. This project was also
recommended in the 1990 Comprehensive Plan to alleviate the capacity deficiencies identified
on this roadway.
Extend Faidley to North Road: This project involves the extension of Faidley to North Road.
This roadway would serve as an east/west collector and would likely carry 2,000 vpd in 2020.
This project was not incorporated in the 1990 Comprehensive Plan.
Widen Husker Highway between Route 30 and Stuhr Road: This project involves the widening
of Husker Highway from 2 to 4 lanes between US Highway 30 and Stuhr Road. Husker
Highway currently has a capacity on the order of 9,000-13,700 vpd. Husker Highway currently
carries the following traffic volumes:
x 1,500 vpd west of Grand Island between US Highway 30 and US Highway 281
x 5,000 vpd south of Grand Island between US Highway 281 and Locust Street
x 4,000 vpd east of Grand Island between Locust Street and Stuhr Road
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2012 2032
Thickness:Width:
X Grading X Concrete X Right of Way X Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat X Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt X Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
US Hwy 34 from US Hwy 281 to South Locust St
Project Description:
Nebraska Department of Roads Project No. STP-34-4 (126).
Concrete repair, add turn lanes at Blaine Street, and bridge repair.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Major Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)124 3,882
Bridges and Culverts
Sized X YES N/A
Street Superintendent
4,006*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
2.0 M-310(411)
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NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ROADS
NOTICE OF HIGHWAY PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
Thursday, January 5, 2011; 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Information Open House Public Meeting
Central Community College, 3134 W. US Highway 34, Grand island, NE
STPD-34-4(126), US-281 to Locust St., Grand Island; CN 41994
The Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) will
hold a public information open house regarding the
refurbishment of U. S. Highway 34 (US-34) from the
intersection of U. S. Highway 281 (US-281) to South
Locust Street, in Grand Island. The meeting will be held at
Central Community College in Grand Island, Thursday,
January 5, 2012, 4:00-6:00 P.M.
Identified as STPD-34-4 (126), US-281 to Locust
St., Grand Island, C.N. 41994, the proposed project would
be constructed entirely within Hall County, Nebraska,
mostly within the city limits of Grand Island. This
proposed project would resurface the existing two-lane
asphalt roadway and shoulders, including refurbishment of
two bridge structures.
The project consists of concrete repair as needed,
plus milling and overlaying the existing US-34 roadway
and surfaced shoulders with new asphalt.
At the Blaine Street intersection, US-34 would be
widened to add left-turn lanes. A short raised island on the
north leg of Blaine Street would be added to better direct
southbound traffic as it approaches the intersection. New
roadway lighting will be provided at the intersection.
Just east of Wortman Drive, the Union Pacific
Railroad crossing approaches would be improved.
The Wood River Bridge, between Garland and
Blaine Streets, would be widened from 30-feet to 44-feet
and refurbishments include a new roadway overlay, new
approach sections, and new guardrails installed. The Wood
River overflow bridge, just west of Blaine St., would be
removed and replaced with a concrete box culvert. Two
existing culverts east of Blaine would also be extended.
The proposed construction is scheduled to
commence in the summer of 2012 and take approximately
five months.
The construction will require the project to be built
with detouring of US-34 traffic, using Interstate 80 (I-80)
and South Locust Street. US-34 in Grand Island will be
open to local traffic except during construction of the
bridge, box culvert and widening for the left-turn lanes at
Blaine Street. It is estimated US-34 would be closed to
local traffic between Blaine Street and Catfish Avenue for
three weeks and between Garland Street and Blaine Street
for three months. The remainder of the project will be
constructed “under traffic” with appropriate traffic control.
Detour maps and information will be available at the
meeting.
Acquisition of a total of 0.16 acres of new right-of-
way (ROW) will be required for this project from three
tracts located adjacent to US-34 at the Blaine Street
intersection; negotiations are in progress. The existing
Control of Access along US-34 at the Blaine Street
intersection will be perpetuated.
Wetlands have been delineated along portions of
this project. There will be minimal impacts resulting from
construction activities, however no wetland mitigation will
be required.
The public meeting is being held to provide
information and receive input regarding this project. All
citizens are invited to attend and present relevant
comments and questions. Design information will be
displayed and personnel from NDOR will be present to
answer questions and receive comments. The information
“open house” format allows the public to come, gather
pertinent information about the project, speak one-on-one
with project personnel, and leave as they wish. All
materials will be presented in both English and Spanish. A
translator will be present.
____________________________________
NDOR will make every reasonable
accommodation to provide an accessible meeting facility
for all persons. Appropriate provisions for the hearing and
visually challenged or persons with limited English
proficiency (LEP) will be made if the Department is
notified by December 22, 2011. Notification should be
submitted to: Greg Weinert, Public Hearings Officer,
Nebraska Department of Roads, P.O. Box 94759, Lincoln,
NE 68509-4759; greg.weinert@nebraska.gov; voice
telephone (402) 479-4871, TDD telephone (402) 479-3834,
Fax (402) 479-3989.
Information regarding the proposed project will be
available after the meeting on the NDOR website at
www.transportation.nebraska.gov/projects/ by clicking on
the “US-34 GI” link.
For further information, contact Don Turek,
NDOR Roadway Design, (402) 479-4441,
don.turek@nebraska.gov; or Wes Wahlgren, NDOR
District Four Engineer, (308) 385-6265,
wes.wahlgren@nebraska.gov.
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Logan St from 2nd St to 1st St; Harrison St from 1st to Division St;
Broadwell Ave from 2nd St to Division St; Monroe St. from Division St to Koenig St
Madison St from 2nd St to Division St; 1st St from Logan St to Harrison St;
& Division St from Harrison St to Madison St
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete and/or concrete with bituminous overlay, storm sewer
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Minor Aterial/Local Roads
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Underground storm drainage pipe construction, PCC pavement removal & replacement, landscaping and
seeding.
Federal Aid Project
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
542 953 1,495
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
0.7 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(508)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
2012 Program will be for the construction of "quite zones" along the UPRR
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Varies from concrete, asphalt and brick depending on location.
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 2,500, 2031 = 5,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Minor Arterial/Local Roads
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Specific locations for quite zones in 2009 are the Walnut, Elm, Pine and Oak Street crossings with the
UPRR
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
107 140 247
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
N/A
Project No.:
M-310(515)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Capital Avenue from Broadwell Avenue to Sky Park Rd
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 8,616, 2031 = 12,500
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen to three-lane section add pipe to connect existing culverts.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
1,500 1,500
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
2.0 Miles
Project No.:
M-310(520)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Custer Avenue and 15th Street
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 6,000, 2031 = 12,000
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Urban Collector
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
New Traffic Signal installation
Federal Aid Project No. STRS-40(57)
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
67 317 384
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
300 Feet
Project No.:
M-310(537)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Highway 30 - Grant St to Claude Rd
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
N/A
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Full-depth concrete repair and diamond grinding.
This is a NDOR project with city financial contributions.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
572 572 1,144
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.6
Project No.:
M-310(578)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Various Locations - Resurfacing
1.Blaine St from Garland to Stolley Park; 2. Blaine St from Stolley Park to crossing with Bike Trail;
3. 1st St trom Walnut to Sycamore; 4. North Road from 13th to State; 5. Independence Ave from Captial
to Hwy 2; 6. Broadwell Ave from Anna to 2nd ; & 7. Broadwell Ave from 2nd to State
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphaltic Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Various
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Asphalt resurfacing for various federal aid routes within the City. Received Relaxation of Standards for
shoulder width from the NBCS at October 19, 2012 meeting.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
683 2,730 3,413
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
UNK
Project No.:
M-310(579)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
US Highway 30 - Wood River to Grand Island
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt (3R Project)
Average Daily Traffic:
2010 = 5300, 2030 = UNK
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Major Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
001.03 Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
US Highway 30 resurfacing, NDOR Project with City financial contribution.
NDOR Project No. STPD-30-4(149)
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
584 5,161 5,745
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
12.2 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(581)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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County:City:Village:
2012 1,326 2032 2,000
Thickness:Width:
8 IN.28 FT.
X Grading X Concrete Rigt of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat X Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt X Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
Blaine Street from Schimmer Dr. to Wildwood Dr.
Project Description:
Concrete paving for industrial development site partially funded through Community Block Development Grant and LB-840
Funds.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Gravel
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
Funding: 575,000 - LB840 and 382,000 - CDBG
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)243 957
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
1,200*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
1.0 MILE M-310(588)
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Broadwell Avenue from 45' South of BNSF Crossing (north of Hwy 2) to BNSF Crossing.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphaltic Concrete, Dirst Shoulder
Average Daily Traffic:
2008 = 5,135, 2028 = UNK
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
6"
Width:
27'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Shoulder Widening: 8' Concrete shoulder through the crossing, both sides of roadway.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
52 52
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
100 Feet
Project No.:
M-310 (591)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project - various areas throughout the City
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt - Maintenance Project
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Various
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Maintenance Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
603 750
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.3
Project No.:
M-310(593)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Various locations throughout the City
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete or Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = , 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
N/A
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Surfacing Thickness:
Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Install ADA compliant handicap sidewalk ramps in various areas of the City - this program follows the
City's previous year asphalt resurfacing project
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
125 125
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
UNK
Project No.:
M-310(597)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Airport Rd & Sky Park Rd Intersection Improvements
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2011 = 1,550, 2031 =
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
UNK
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen turning radii at intersection
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
45 45
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
600 Feet
Project No.:
M-310(598)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
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Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Sky Park Road Improvements - Airport Rd to Abbott Rd
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2008 = 1,550, 2031 = TBD
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Widen roadway and add lighting to improve safety and accommodate higher traffic volume for increased
Airport usage.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
700 700
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
1.0 Mile
Project No.:
M-310(599)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- and Six-Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
County:
City:
Grand Island
Village:
Location Description:
Sky Park Road from Capital Avenue to Airport Road
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:
2008 = 1,280, 2031 = TBD
Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Design Standard Number:
Municipal Surfacing Thickness:
8"
Width:
24'
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments ..............................................................
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing ..............................................................
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalks ..............................................................
Bridge to Remain in Place Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
New Bridge Roadway Width:
Length:
Type:
Box Culvert Span:
Rise:
Length:
Type:
Culvert Diameter:
Length:
Type:
Bridges and Culverts Sized Yes N/A Hydraulic Analysis Pending
Other Construction Features:
Improve roadway for potential Truck Route.
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)
OPTIONAL
COUNTY CITY STATE FEDERAL OTHER TOTAL
800 800
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)
UNK
Project No.:
M-310(609)
Signature:
Title:
Street Superintendent
Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
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County:City:Village:
2013 2,420 2033 TBD
Thickness:Width:
8"24'
X Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat X Drainage Structures Fencing
X Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
40'
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
Shady Bend Rd just north of Gregory Ave to Bismark Rd.
Project Description:
Resurfacing project to restore roadway to structually sound state and to accommodate increasing truck traffic. Minor
bridge repair and box culvert repair as will be determined.
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt, bridge, box culvert, guardrail
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial & Local
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
40'Concrete Box Culvert
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)250
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
Street Superintendent
250*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
0.8 MILE M-310(622)
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County:City:Village:
2012 2032
Thickness:Width:
Grading Concrete Right of Way Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter Utility Adjustments
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Street Superintendent
6,019*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
9.6 (Total)M-310 (623)
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)1,166 4,853
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
3R on Municipal State Hwy
Location Description:
Hwy 281 from mile post 68.90 to Ref. Post 78.5; In GI City Limits from Viaduct over Old Hwy 30 to Airport Road (3.7 Miles)
Project Description:
Full Depth Concrete Repair and Resurfacing; NDOR Project No. NH-281(127) with City participation
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Concrete
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Major Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
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County:City:Village:
2008 5,010 2028 TBD
Thickness:Width:
X Grading X Concrete X Right of Way X Lighting
Aggregate Curb & Gutter X Utility Adjustments X Shoulder Widen
Armor Coat Drainage Structures Fencing
Asphalt X Erosion Control Sidewalk
Length:
Length:
Span:Rise:Length:
Length:
*County:*City:*State:*Federal:*Other:*Total:
Signature:Title:Date:
NBCS Form 7, Feb 07
Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards
Form 7 One- & Six- Year Plan
Highway or Street Improvement Project
GRAND ISLAND
Design Standard Number:Surfacing
Municipal
Location Description:
Stuhr Rd from just south of BNSF crossing to Bismark Rd
Project Description:
Concrete overlay with shoulder widening
Existing Surface Type and Structures: (Such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, concrete, culvert, or bridge)
Asphalt
Average Daily Traffic:Classification Type: (As shown on Functional Classification Map)
Other Arterial
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT
New Bridge:Roadway Width:Type:
Bridge to Remain in Place:Roadway Width:Type:
Box Culvert Type:
Culvert Diameter:Type:
Hydraulic Analysis
Pending
Other Construction Features:
ESTIMATED COST
(in Thousands)160
Bridges and Culverts
Sized YES N/A
Street Superintendent
160*OPTIONAL
Project Length: (Nearest Tenth, State Unit of Measure)Project No.:
0.4 Mile M-310(624)
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item I2
#2013-71 - Approving Boundaries for Downtown Business
Improvement District 2013
Staff Contact: Marco Floreani
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marco Floreani, Community Development Administrator
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approval of Downtown Business Improvement District
2013 Boundaries and Initial Board
Item #’s:I-2
Presenter(s):Marco Floreani, Community Development Administrator
Background
Business Improvement District #8 is set to expire on September 30, 2013. In a letter to
the Mayor and City Council dated February 12, 2013, business and property owners
expressed an interest to form a new business improvement district with the same
boundaries as BID #8.
State statutes allow for the creation of business improvement districts and the expenditure
of funds for improvement of public places or facilities within the district, including the
acquisition, construction, maintenance, and operation of such improvements, creation and
implementation of a plan for improving the general architectural design of public areas
within the district, the development of any public activities and promotion of public
events, including the management and promotion and advocacy of retail trade activities
or other promotional activities, and employing or contracting for personnel for any
improvement program under the act.
Chapter 19 of State Statutes sets forth the regulations pertaining to the formation of a
business improvement district. The Statutes (19-4021) provide for the appointment of a
business improvement board consisting of property owners, residents, business operators,
or users of space within the business area to be improved.
Discussion
A Business Improvement District for the downtown has been in place for approximately
25 years. Business Improvement District #8 is set to expire on September 30, 2013. A
nine member volunteer board oversees the activities and the budget for the District.
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The general boundaries are outlined on the attached map.
The proposed initial board for Downtown 2013 is comprised of individuals who are
currently serving on the Downtown Business Improvement District Board and are
Downtown property owners or are employees of Downtown property owners.
The identification of boundaries and formation of an initial board are the first steps in the
creation of the district. Approval is recommended.
If approved, the board members will make a plan and City Council will ask the Regional
Planning Commission for a recommendation. Once the Planning Commission makes a
recommendation, City Council may adopt a resolution to establish the business
improvement district. There will then be a period for the property owners in the district to
protest the formation of the BID. City Council will then hold a public hearing to create
the district. After the hearing Council may pass an ordinance to establish the district.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve boundaries for Downtown
BID 2013 and that the following be confirmed as board members for this Business
Improvement District area:
Amos Anson
Craig Hand
Mark Stelk
Dee Johnson
Tom Ziller
Kurt Haecker
Eric Edwards
Kris Jerke
Dave Wetherilt
Sample Motion
Move to approve the recommendations as submitted.
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R E S O L U T I O N 2013-71
WHEREAS, Downtown property owners have recommended that the City of
Grand Island create a business improvement district with boundaries set out below; and
WHEREAS, Section 19-4021, R.R.S. 1942, indicates that the boundaries of a
business improvement district shall be declared by the city council prior to or at the same time as
the appointment of the business improvement board; and
WHEREAS, the outer boundaries of the potential Downtown Business
Improvement District 2013 are described on the attached map, marked Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, it is suggested that a business improvement board be appointed to
make recommendations to the city council for the potential establishment of a district and plans
for improvements if any, for such district; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the property set our within the above-
identified boundaries be declared as future Downtown Business Improvement District 2013.
Be it further resolved, that the following individuals be initially appointed to serve
on the business improvement board: Amos Anson, Craig Hand, Mark Stelk, Dee Johnson, Tom
Ziller, Kurt Haecker, Eric Edwards, Kris Jerke, and Dave Wetherilt.
- - -
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
______________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item I3
#2013-72 - Approving Surplus Equipment for Disposal from the
Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department
Staff Contact: Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong, Wastewater Plant Engineer
Meeting:March 12, 2013
Subject:Approving Surplus Equipment for Disposal from the
Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department
Item #’s:I-3
Presenter(s):Terry Brown, Interim Public Works Director
Background
The Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department has a surplus of equipment at
the plant that is recommended for disposal.
Discussion
City staff has evaluated the daily operations and have deemed the following equipment
surplus and no longer needed at the Wastewater Treatment Plant:
1995 4x4 Chevy 3500 pickup with 106,000 miles – 5.7L with automatic
transmission, VIN #1GTHK34K8SE506255
1994 International truck with a compost mixer body with 10,700 hours – has a DT
466, automatic transmission and scales, VIN #1HTSHAAR4RH598518
1995 International truck with a compost mixer body with 10,800 hours – has a DT
466, automatic transmission and scales, VIN #1HTSHAAR1SH682513
1996 Ford 8000 dump truck with a 20 yard box with 534,000 miles – has 275 hp
Cummins and 9 speed transmission, VIN #1FDZW82E5TVA24567
785 John Deere manure spreader, VIN #W00785X003290
1980 4640 John Deere tractor with duals and front weights, VIN #018319R
.75 yard dump box for an easement machine
It is recommended that this surplus equipment be disposed of at Wieck’s Auction on
March 16, 2013.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the disposal of the equipment
deemed surplus at the Wastewater Treatment Plant at Wieck’s Auction on March 16,
2013.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 8, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2013-72
WHEREAS, the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department for the
City of Grand Island has a surplus of equipment at the plant that is recommended for disposal;
and
WHEREAS, City staff has evaluated the daily operations and have deemed the
following equipment surplus:
1995 4x4 Chevy 3500 pickup with 106,000 miles – 5.7L with automatic
transmission, VIN #1GTHK34K8SE506255
1994 International truck with a compost mixer body with 10,700 hours – has a DT
466, automatic transmission and scales, VIN #1HTSHAAR4RH598518
1995 International truck with a compost mixer body with 10,800 hours – has a DT
466, automatic transmission and scales VIN #1HTSHAAR1SH682513
1996 Ford 8000 dump truck with a 20 yard box with 534,000 miles – has 275 hp
Cummins and 9 speed transmission VIN #1FDZW82E5TVA24567
785 John Deere manure spreader, VIN #W00785X003290
1980 4640 John Deere tractor with duals and front weights, VIN #018319R
.75 yard dump box for an easement machine; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that this surplus equipment be disposed of at
Wieck’s Auction on March 16, 2013.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the disposal of such equipment
deemed surplus at the Wastewater Treatment Plant is approved for disposal on March 16, 2013 at
Wieck’s Auction.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 12, 2013.
_______________________________________
Jay Vavricek, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Council Session
Item J1
Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of February 27, 2013
through March 12, 2013
The Claims for the period of February 27, 2013 through March 12, 2013 for a total amount of
$4,809,800.90. A MOTION is in order.
Staff Contact: Jaye Monter
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