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01-14-2014 City Council Regular Meeting Packet City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Packet City Council: Linna Dee Donaldson John Gericke Peg Gilbert Chuck Haase Julie Hehnke Vaughn Minton Mitchell Nickerson 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 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 1 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 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 - Interim Pastor Gary Harris, Messiah Lutheran Church, 708 North Locust Street 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. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 2 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item C-1 Presentation of Purple Hands Campaign by Vikki Deuel Introducing The Hands Project: Bringing Even More Respect To Our "City of Kindness" will be presented by Vikki Deuel. Staff Contact: Mary Lou Brown Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 3 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item E-1 Public Hearing on Request to Rezone Property Located at 815-823 Orleans Drive from RD Residential Development to RO Residential Office Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 4 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From: Regional Planning Commission Meeting: January 14, 2014 Subject: To Rezone Properties from RD Residential Development Zone to RO Residential Office Item #’s: E-1 & F-1 Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background Concerning an application that has been made to rezone .43 acres along Orleans Drive north of Faidley Ave and west of St Francis Hospital from RD Residential Development Zone to RO Residential Office Zone. Discussion At the regular meeting of the Regional Planning Commission, held December 4, 2013 the above item was considered following a public hearing. O’Neill opened the Public Hearing. Nabity explained an application has been made to rezone 0.43 acres along Orleans Drive north of Faidley Avenue and west St. Francis Hospital from RD Residential Development Zone to RO Residential Office. The apartments that were originally built on the site in conformance with the approved development plan have been demolished and the Hospital owns the property and would like to use the existing garages as accessory buildings to the Hospital. Rezoning the property is necessary prior to allowing this use to continue. O’Neill closed the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Haskins and seconded by Connelly to approve the rezone request by St. Francis to rezone the property from RD – Residential Development Zone to RO Residential Office Zone. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 9 members present and voting in favor (O’Neill, Ruge, Hayes, Reynolds, Heckman, Haskins, Bredthauer, Connelly and Snodgrass) and no one voting against. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 5 / 147 Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1. Approve the rezoning request as presented 2. Modify the rezoning request to meet the wishes of the Council 3. Postpone the issue Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve the proposed changes as recommended. Sample Motion Move to approve the ordinance and amended development and easement vacation as presented. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 6 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 7 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item E-2 Public Hearing on Declaration of a Site Known as Redevelopment Area 15 Located between Webb Road and US Hwy 281, North of Old US Hwy 30 and South of Old Potash Hwy Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 8 / 147 1 Council Agenda Memo From:Regional Planning Commission Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Tim Plate & Doug Luth (Proposed CRA Area No. 15) (C-02-2014GI) Item #’s:E-2 & I-1 Presenter(s):Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director Background Tim Plate and Doug Luth commissioned a Blight and Substandard Study for Proposed Redevelopment Area No. 15 to be prepared by Marvin Planning Consultants of David City, Nebraska. The study area includes approximately 65 acres referred to as CRA Area No. 15. The study focused on property bounded by the west Old Potash Highway on the north, Old Highway 30 to the south, US Highway 281 to the west and Webb Road to the east in northwest Grand Island. (See the attached map) On November 12, 2013, Council referred the attached study to the Planning Commission for its review and recommendation. 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. Discussion The Statutory authority and direction to the Planning Commission is referenced below to explain the Planning Commission purpose in reviewing the study: Section 18-2109 Redevelopment plan; preparation; requirements. An authority shall not prepare a redevelopment plan for a redevelopment project area unless the governing body of the city in which such area is located has, by resolution adopted after a public hearing with notice provided as specified in section 18-2115, declared such area to be a substandard and blighted area in need of redevelopment. The governing body of the city shall submit the question of whether an area is substandard and blighted to the planning commission or board of the city for its review and recommendation prior to making its declaration. The Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 9 / 147 2 planning commission or board shall submit its written recommendations within thirty days after receipt of the request. Upon receipt of the recommendations or after thirty days if no recommendation is received, the governing body may make its declaration. ~Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska A flow chart of the blight declaration process is shown in Figure 2. At this time, the Planning Commission and Council are only concerned with determining if the property is blighted and substandard. Figure 3 is an overview of the differences between the blight and substandard declaration and the redevelopment plan. If a declaration as blighted and substandard is made by Council then the Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) can consider appropriate redevelopment plans. The redevelopment plans must also be reviewed by the Planning Commission and approved by Council prior to final approval. Figure 1 Redevelopment Area 15 includes all properties within the hatched area. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 10 / 147 3 Study Commissioned by CRA Study Commissioned by Other Agency Study Presented to CRA Study Presented to Council May Be Forwarded to RPC Study Sent to RPC for Review and Recommendation Council Chooses not to Forward Study to RPC No Declaration Made RPC Reviews Study and Makes Recommendation within 30 Days Council Considers Substandard and Blighted Declaration Council Chooses not to Make Substandard and Blighted Declaration. No Redevelopment Plans May be Considered Council Declares Area Substandard and Blighted. Redevelopment Plans May be Considered by the CRA Process for Declaring an area of the City Substandard and Blighted Figure 2 Blight Declaration Process (Planning Commission Recommendation is the second purple box). Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 11 / 147 4 Substandard and Blighted Declaration vs. Redevelopment Plan Substandard and Blighted Declaration A Study of the Existing Conditions of the Property in Question Does the property meet one or more Statutory Conditions of Blight? Does the Property meet one or more Statutory Conditions of Substandard Property? Is the declaration in the best interest of the City? Redevelopment Plan What kinds of activities and improvements are necessary to alleviate the conditions that make the property blighted and substandard? How should those activities and improvements be paid for? Will those activities and improvements further the implementation of the general plan for the City? Figure 3 Blight and Substandard Declaration compared to a Redevelopment Plan Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 12 / 147 5 OVERVIEW Continued It is appropriate for the Council in conducting its review and considering its decision regarding the substandard and blighted designation to: 1.review the study, 2.take testimony from interested parties, 3.review the recommendation and finding of fact identified by the Planning Commission 4.make findings of fact, and 5.include those findings of fact as part of its motion to approve or deny the request to declare this area blighted and substandard. Blighted and Substandard Defined The terms blighted and substandard have very specific meanings within the context of the Community Redevelopment Statutes. Those terms as defined by Statute are included below: Section 18-2103 Terms, defined. For purposes of the Community Development Law, unless the context otherwise requires: (10) Substandard areas shall mean an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or improvements, whether nonresidential 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 and overcrowding, or 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, (which cannot be remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare; (11) Blighted area shall mean an area, which (a) 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, insanitary 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, improper subdivision or obsolete platting, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and other causes, or any combination of such factors, 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 (b) in which there is at least one of the following conditions: (i) Unemployment in the designated area is at least one hundred twenty percent of the Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 13 / 147 6 state or national average; (ii) the average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least forty years; (iii) more than half of the plotted and subdivided property in an area is unimproved land that has been within the city for forty years and has remained unimproved during that time; (iv) the per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the city or village in which the area is designated; or (v) the area has had either stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses. In no event shall a city of the metropolitan, primary, or first class designate more than thirty-five percent of the city as blighted, a city of the second class shall not designate an area larger than fifty percent of the city as blighted, and a village shall not designate an area larger than one hundred percent of the village as blighted; ~Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska ANALYSIS The following findings are copied directly from the Study. The analysis of the substandard and blighted factors is conducted on pages 7 to 20 of the study. FINDINGS FOR GRAND ISLAND Study Area #15 has several items contributing to the Blight and Substandard Conditions. These conditions include: Blighting Summary These conditions are contributing to the blighted conditions of the study area. Average age of structures is over 40 years of age o Within the Study Area 58.5% of the structures meet the criteria of 40 years of age or older. Deterioration of site or other improvements o There are no sidewalks located along the public streets in the area. o The area is considerably flat and standing water is a concern. o Within the study area, curb and gutter existing only on 37.6% of the right-of-way and it has been determined to be in a deteriorating state. o In addition to a small percentage of curb and gutter, the remaining 62.4% has no curb and gutter to control stormwater runoff or to define the driving surface from other portions of the right-of-way. o Several properties within the study area have deteriorated or substandard site improvements including parking lots, fencing, etc. Faulty Lot Layout o Size of certain lots is an issue o Adequacy of some lots is a concern o Accessibility to some lots could be a problem since these lots could become land locked in the future Insanitary or Unsafe Conditions o Lack of sidewalk in the Study Area o Junk and junk vehicles are present throughout the study area o Utility pole locations Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 14 / 147 7 o Stormwater catchment west of study area is a contributing factor o Unsecured materials storage o Standing water o Deteriorating barbed wire fencing o Vacant and neglected property Diversity of Ownership o Within the Study Area 22 properties are owned by 18 different property owners. Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes o Junk and junk vehicles o The proximity of the stormwater catchment o Unsecured materials o Lack of sidewalk within the Study Area Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth o The location of the Nebraska Department of Roads Maintenance yard and the Nebraska State Patrol facility. o US Highways 30 and 281 o Old US Highway 30 and Webb Road o Union Pacific Railroad Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses o The population of the Study Area has remained stable over the past 22 years. The other criteria for Blight were not present in the area, these included: Improper Subdivision or obsolete platting Substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structure Defective/Inadequate street layouts, Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding fair value of the land. Defective or unusual condition of title, Unemployment in the designated area is at least 120% of the state or national average. One-half of unimproved property is over 40 years old. The per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the city or village in which the area is designated. These issues were either not present or were limited enough as to have little impact on the overall condition of the study area. Substandard Summary Nebraska State Statute requires that “…an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or improvements, whether nonresidential 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 and overcrowding, or 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, (which cannot be remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare;” This Study Area in Grand Island meets the defintion of Substandard as defined in the Revised Nebraska State Statutes. This Study Area in Grand Island meets the defintion with the average age of the structures being more than 40 years of age. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 15 / 147 8 FFINDINGSINDINGS FORFOR GGRANDRAND IISLANDSLAND BBLIGHTLIGHT SSTUDYTUDY AAREAREA #15#15 Blight Study Area #15 has several items contributing to the Blight and Substandard Conditions. These conditions include: Blighted Conditions Average age of structures is over 40 years of age Deterioration of site or other improvements Faulty Lot Layout Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions Diversity of Ownership Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses Substandard Conditions Average age of the structures in the area is at least forty years Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes Based on the study these areas meet the thresholds to qualify as blighted and substandard. All of this property is located inside the Grand Island City Limits. Tax increment financing would potentially be available for redevelopment projects on any of the property included in the study. RECOMMENDATION: Planning Commission and staff recommend considering the following questions as a starting point in the analysis of this Study and in making a determination. The City Council is ultimately responsible for answering the question of whether the property included in the study is blighted and substandard and whether making such a designation is in the best interest of the City. Recommend Questions for Planning Commission and City Council Does this property meet the statutory requirements to be considered blighted and substandard? (See the prior statutory references.) Are the blighted and substandard factors distributed throughout the Redevelopment Area, so basically good areas are not arbitrarily found to be substandard and blighted simply because of proximity to areas which are substandard and blighted? Is public intervention appropriate and/or necessary for the redevelopment of the area? Findings of fact must be based on the study and testimony presented including all written material and staff reports. The recommendation must be based on the declaration, not based on any proposed uses of the site. All of the testimony, a copy Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 16 / 147 9 of the study and this memo along with any other information presented at the hearing should be entered into the record of the hearing. The Regional Planning Commission concluded that the area in question meets the definition of blighted and substandard and supports such conclusion with findings of fact. Some findings of fact are degradation of infrastructure, deterioration of building and the need for drainage infrastructure. They recommend approval of the declaration as blighted and substandard based on the facts presented, identified and discussed at their meeting. The Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on this proposal at their meeting on December 4, 2013. Keith Marvin, with Marvin Planning Consultants, spoke in favor of the designation and answered Planning Commission questions about the study. Ron Depue representing Mr. Plate and Mr. Luth spoke in favor of approving the study. No members of the public spoke in opposition of the designation. Grand Island has 13 areas that have been declared blighted and substandard for a total of 3,482 acres. This represents 18.24% of the area of the City. Grand Island can declare up to 35% of its municipal area blighted and substandard. If Council approves the declaration of this area as blighted and substandard, 64.8 acres would be added to the blighted and substandard area in Grand Island increasing the percentage by 0.34% to 18.58%, well below the 35% limitation. 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 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 17 / 147 10 Recommendation A motion was made by Bredthauer and seconded by Ruge to approve the adoption of Blight and Substandard Study Area #15, based on the study prepared by Marvin Planning Consultants. A roll call vote was taken with 9 members present and all voting in favor (O’Neill, Ruge, Hayes, Reynolds, Heckman, Haskins, Bredthauer, Connelly and Snodgrass) and no members voting against. Sample Motion Move to approve the Substandard and Blight Designation for Redevelopment Area No. 15 in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska finding the information in the study to be factual supporting such designation. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 18 / 147 Alvo, Nebraska Alvo, Nebraska City of Grand Island, NE Blight and Substandard Study Area #15 October 2013 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 19 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 20 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 1 PURPOSE OF THE BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD STUDY The purpose of completing this Blight and Substandard study is to examine existing conditions within the city of Grand Island. This study has been commissioned by individual property owners within the community with the hope the City will consider the study area for future redevelopment activity. The area is bordered on all sides by major transportation routes and the portions adjacent to the area has seen considerable new development on the northern perimeter of the area but limited redevelopment activities. The City of Grand Island, when considering conditions of Blight and Substandard, will be looking at those issues and definitions provided for in the Nebraska Community Redevelopment Law as found in Chapter 18, Section 2104 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes, as follows: “The governing body of a city, to the greatest extent it deems to be feasible in carrying out the provisions of Sections 18-2101 to 18-2144, shall afford maximum opportunity, consistent with sound needs of the city as a whole, to the rehabilitation or redevelopment of the community redevelopment area by private enterprises. The governing body of a city shall give consideration to this objective in exercising its powers under sections 18-2101 to 18-2144, including the formulation of a workable program, the approval of community redevelopment plans consistent with the general plan for the development of the city, the exercise of its zoning powers, the enforcement of other laws, codes, and regulations relating to the use and occupancy of buildings and improvements, the disposition of any property acquired, and providing of necessary public improvements”. The Nebraska Revised Statutes §18-2105 continues by granting authority to the governing body for formulation of a workable program. The statute reads, “The governing body of a city or an authority at its direction for the purposes of the Community Development Law may formulate for the entire municipality a workable program for utilizing appropriate private and public resources to eliminate or prevent the development or spread of urban blight, to encourage needed urban rehabilitation, to provide for the redevelopment of substandard and blighted areas, or to undertake such of the aforesaid activities or other feasible municipal activities as may be suitably employed to achieve the objectives of such workable program. Such workable program may include, without limitation, provision for the prevention of the spread of blight into areas of the municipality which are free from blight through diligent enforcement of housing, zoning, and occupancy controls and standards; the rehabilitation or conservation of substandard and blighted areas or portions thereof by replanning, removing congestion, providing parks, playgrounds, and other public improvements by encouraging voluntary rehabilitation and by compelling the repair and rehabilitation of deteriorated or deteriorating structures; and the clearance and redevelopment of substandard and blighted areas or portions thereof.” Blight and Substandard are defined as the following: “Substandard areas means an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or improvements, whether nonresidential 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 and overcrowding, or 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, (which cannot be remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare;” Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 21 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 2 “Blighted area means an area, which (a) 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, insanitary 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, improper subdivision or obsolete platting, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and other causes, or any combination of such factors, 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 (b) in which there is at least one of the following conditions: (i) Unemployment in the designated area is at least one hundred twenty percent of the state or national average; (ii) the average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least forty years; (iii) more than half of the plotted and subdivided property in an area is unimproved land that has been within the city for forty years and has remained unimproved during that time; (iv) the per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the city or in which the area is designated; or (v) the area has had either stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses. In no event shall a city of the metropolitan, primary, or first class designate more than thirty-five percent of the city as blighted, a city of the second class shall not designate an area larger than fifty percent of the city as blighted, and a shall not designate an area larger than one hundred percent of the as blighted;” This Blight and Substandard Study is intended to give the Hall County Regional Planning Commission and Grand Island City Council the basis for identifying and declaring Blighted and Substandard conditions existing within the City’s jurisdiction. Through this process, the City and property owners will be attempting to address economic and/or social liabilities which are harmful to the well-being of the entire community. The study area can be seen in Figure 1 of this report. The Redevelopment Plan portion of this report will contain, in accordance with the law, definite local objectives regarding appropriate land uses, improved traffic, public transportation, public utilities and other public improvements, and the proposed land uses and building requirements in the redevelopment area and shall include:  The boundaries defining the blighted and substandard areas in question (including existing uses and conditions of the property within the area), and  A list of the conditions present which qualify the area as blighted and substandard. BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD ELIGIBILITY STUDY This study targets a specific area within an established part of the community for evaluation. The area is indicated in Figure 1 of this report. The existing uses in this area include commercial, commercial/office, public and industrial. Through the redevelopment process the City of Grand Island can guide future development and redevelopment throughout the area. The use of the Community Redevelopment Act by the City of Grand Island is intended to redevelop and improve the area. Using the Community Redevelopment Act, the City of Grand Island can assist in the elimination of negative conditions and implement different programs/projects identified for the City. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 22 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 3 The following is the description of the designated area within Grand Island. Study Area POINT OF BEGINNING IS THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINES OF NORTH US HIGHWAY 281 AND W. OLD POTASH HIGHWAY; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID CENTERLINE OF W. OLD POTASH HIGHWAY TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE CENTERLINE OF N. WEBB ROAD; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG SAID CENTERLINE OF N. WEBB ROAD (ACROSS US HIGHWAY 30 WHERE N. WEBB ROAD TURNS INTO S. WEBB ROAD)TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE CENTERLINE OF OLD US HIGHWAY 30; THENCE, SOUTHWESTERNLY ALONG SAID CENTERLINE OF OLD US HIGHWAY 30 TO THE EXTENDED WEST PROPERTY LINE OF MISCELLANEOUS TRACTS 24-11-10 PT E ½; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID EXTENDED WEST PROPERTY LINE TO THE INSECTION WITH THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF A LOT DESCRIBED AS SPELTS-SCHULTZ INDUSTRIAL SUB PT LT 1; THENCE, NORTHERLY ALONG THE WEST PROPERTY LINE OF A LOT DESCRIBED AS SPELTS-SCHULTZ INDUSTRIAL SUB PT LT 1 TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE, NORTHEASTERLY ALONG THE NORTH PROPERTY LINE OF THE SAME SAID LOT TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE, CONTINUING NORTHEASTERLY ALONG THE NORTH PROPERTY LOT OF A LOT DESCIBED AS LACY THIRD SUB LT 1 TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE, NORTHERY ALONG THE NORTH PORTION OF THE WEST PROPERTY LINE TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF A LOT DESCRIBED AS LACY THIRD SUB LT 1; THENCE CONTINUING NORTHERLY ALONG THE WEST PROPERTY LINES OF LOTS DESCRIBED AS LACY SUB LOT 4, STALKER PLAZA SUB LOT 2, AND STALKER PLAZA SUB LOT 1; THENCE, CONTINUING NORTHERY ALONG THE EXTENDED WEST PROPERTY LINES TO THE POINT OF INTERSECTION WITH THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE OF THE STATE OF NEBRASKA PROPERTY (CONTAINING THE NEBRAKA DEPARTMENT OF ROADS MAINTENANCE YARD AND THE NEBRASKA STATE PATROL FACILITIES; THENCE, WESTERLY ALONG A LINE TO A POINT ON THE CENTERLINE OF US HIGHWAY 281 BEING 700.9969 FEET SOUTH OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE, NORTHERLY ALONG SAID CENTERLINE OF US HIGHWAY 30 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 23 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 4 Figure 1 Study Area Map Source: Olsson Associates 2013 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 24 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 5 EXISTING LAND USES The term “Land Use” refers to the developed uses in place within a building or on a specific parcel of land. The number and type of uses are constantly changing within a community, and produce a number of impacts that either benefit or detract from the community. Because of this, the short and long-term success and sustainability of the community is directly contingent upon available resources utilized in the best manner given the constraints the City faces during the course of the planning period. Existing patterns of land use are often fixed in older communities and neighborhoods, while development in newer areas is often reflective of current development practices. Existing Land Use Analysis within Study Area As part of the planning process, a survey was conducted through both in-field observations, as well as data collection online using the Hall County Assessors website. This survey noted the use of each parcel of land within the study area. These data from the survey are analyzed in the following paragraphs. Table 1 includes the existing land uses for the entire study area. The table contains the total acres determined per land use from the survey; next is the percentage of those areas compared to the total developed land; and finally, the third set of data compare the all land uses to the total area within the Study Area. The Study Area is predominately industrial uses with 43.9% of land in this use. The remaining 56.1% is either Commercial, Commercial/office or vacant, public right-of-way and streets. TABLE 1: EXISTING LAND USE, GRAND ISLAND - 2013 Type of Use Acres Percent of Developed land within the Study Area Percent of Study Area Residential 0 0.0%0.0% Single-family 0 0.0%0.0% Multi-family 0 0.0%0.0% Manufactured Housing 0 0.0%0.0% Commercial 10.63 18.3%17.0% Industrial 27.50 47.4%43.9% Quasi-Public/Public 11.37 19.6%18.2% Parks/Recreation 0 0.0%0.0% Transportation 8.49 14.6%13.6% Total Developed Land 57.99 100.0% Vacant/Agriculture 4.64 7.4% Total Area 62.63 100.0% Source: 2013 Grand Island Blight Study Area 15, Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 25 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 6 Figure 2 Existing Land Use Map Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates, 2013 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 26 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 7 FINDINGS OF BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS ELIGIBILITY STUDY This section of the Report examines the conditions found in the study area. The Findings Section will review the conditions based upon the statutory definitions. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS There are a number of conditions examined and evaluated in the field and online. After review several factors discussed in the Revised Statutes of Nebraska were found to be present in this specific study area. In addition, there were some of the statutory conditions that were either not present or not evaluated due to the small area in the report. Average Age of the Residential or Commercial Units Age of Structure Age of structures can be one of the contributing factors to blighted and substandard conditions in an area. Statutes allow for a predominance of units that are 40 years of age or older to be a contributing factor regardless of their condition. The following paragraphs document the structural age of the structures within the Study Area. Note that the age of structure was determined from the Appraisal data within the Hall County Assessor’s website data. Within the study area there is a total of 41 structures. After researching the structural age on the Hall County Assessor’s and Treasurer’s websites, the following breakdown was determined:  24 (58.5%) units were determined to be 40 years of age or older  17 (41.5%) were newer than 40 years. Based upon this data, the age of the structures would be a direct contributing factor. Deterioration of Site or Other Improvements Sidewalk Conditions Sidewalks, regardless of the area and uses within a community, should provide a safe means of movement for pedestrians. Sidewalks become increasingly more important along transportation routes considered to be arterials and highways. A sidewalk allows for pedestrian movement while keeping people off of heavily traveled streets. The sidewalk conditions were analyzed in the Study Area. The sidewalks were rated on four categories; adequate, deteriorating, dilapidating, and missing completely. Within the study area there is approximately 5,743 lineal feet of area where sidewalk could or should be located. After reviewing the conditions in the field, the following is how the sidewalk conditions breakdown within the study area:  0 (0.0%) lineal feet of adequate sidewalk  0 (0.0%) lineal feet of deteriorating sidewalk  5,743 (100.0%) lineal feet of no sidewalk. There is no sidewalk present within the entire study area accessible to pedestrian traffic. Considering the uses along Old Potash Highway and Webb Road, there should be sidewalk in place. In addition to the missing sidewalk indicated in Figure 4, there are other locations where sidewalk is missing, along US Highways 30 and 281. These are indicated with a red dashed line. These areas are not included in the totals, since the city and state policies are not to encourage walking and biking along major highways. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 27 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 8 Figure 3 Unit Age Map Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates, 2013 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 28 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 9 Figure 4 Sidewalk Conditions Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates, 2013 Study area boundary shifted in order to show sidewalk locations Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 29 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 10 Figure 5 Curb and Gutter Conditions Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates, 2013 Study area boundary shifted in order to show curb and gutter locations Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 30 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 11 Due to the large amount of missing sidewalk, the lack of sidewalk would be a direct contributing factor. Drainage Conditions Grand Island has a long history of drainage issues due to the extreme flatness of the area, as well as the high water table. Topography and soils can have a major impact on how a given portion of the city drains. The area designated in this Study Area is nearly flat or has an extremely small slope. The field survey examined the entire area for potential drainage problems. One field survey was completed during and a day after a rain event. During both field visits there was standing water throughout the entire area. Water was standing in large potholes, in drainage ditches, along areas that were supposed to drain the water away. Another item of note deals with the actual number of stormwater inlets in the study area. There are only two stormwater inlets within the entire study area. One is located at the southwest corner of W. Old Potash Highway and N. Webb Road; the other is located along Island Circle. All of the water, south of US Highway 30 has to surface drain or be absorbed into the soils. Along the west edge of this study area there is a large stormwater catchment; however, runoff in the study area must a find a path along very flat topography to get to the catchment. The primary way for stormwater runoff to reach the catchment is through a series ditches along S. Webb Road and Old US Highway 30. This type of stormwater infrastructure typically works only when there is some topographic drop-off and the ditches remained mowed. In case of the ditches in the study area, the grass appeared to be longer than it should be to allow for water movement. Figure 6 is an existing topographic map from the City of Grand Island’s website. The map confirms the flatness of the area between US Highway 30 on the north and Old Highway 30 on the south. The most common contour identified on the map is the 1880 contour. Standing water from poor drainage can be a catalyst for health issues like West Nile due to the potential mosquito breeding during the summer months. Drainage also can be tied directly to the next issue, curb and gutter conditions. Standing water during a recent rain event Water same location 24 hours later Standing water on the north end of study area – 24-hours after rain event Catchment on west edge of study area Drainage ditch along N. Webb Road Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 31 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 12 Figure 6 Topographic Map of Study Area Source: http://grandislandne.map.beehere.net/, 2013 Contours in this configuration indicate very flat areas Denotes standing water identified 24-hours after a rain event Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 32 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 13 Curb and Gutter Curb and Gutters have direct and indirect roles in communities. Their primary functions is to be a barrier that collects and directs water, drainage. On a secondary level, they can help define where the streets start and stop, and they act as a physical barrier between pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Curb and gutter for the Study Area can be summed up simply by stating it is deteriorating and completing lacking. The only two locations curb and gutter can be found within the study area is on the southwest corner of W. Old Potash Highway and N. Webb Road (where the only storm inlet is located) and along the edges of Island Circle located in the southern portion of the study area. Within the study area there is approximately 5,700 lineal feet of curb and gutter possible. After reviewing the conditions in the field, the following is how the curb and gutter conditions breakdown within the study area:  0 ( 0.0%) lineal feet of adequate curb and gutter  2,166 (37.6%) lineal feet of deteriorating curb and gutter  3,586 (62.4%) lineal feet of no curb and gutter or rural section. The study area has 100% of the curb and gutters in either a deteriorating state or not constructed and the streets are designed as rural section streets. See Figure 5 for the locations of these curb and gutter. The photo to the immediate right shows the deteriorating conditions that tend to occur at driveways and streets where there is no curb and gutter to define a solid edge. Motor vehicles tend to cut corners when pulling in and out of the parking areas which then lead to pot holes and standing water after rain events. In addition to the missing curb and gutter indicated in Figure 4, there are other locations where curb and gutter are missing, along US Highways 30 and 281. These are indicated with a red dashed line. Even though this is considered an urban area, the Nebraska Department of Roads typically surface drains major highways to grassy areas. Due to the large amount of deteriorating and missing curb and gutter, the curb and gutter condition would be a direct contributing factor. Site Improvements Conditions The different properties throughout the study area have less than average site improvements. A large portion of the properties have gravel/dirt drives and parking lots and in some cases they may have been concreted or asphalted in the past but it is difficult to determine due to the level of deterioration. Some properties have paved/improved parking areas and drives were found to be in a state of deterioration. Parking/drive area with deteriorating asphalt and gravel Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 33 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 14 Figure 7 Site Improvement Conditions Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates 2013 Surface materials deteriorating Surface material is gravel / dirt / unimproved Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 34 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 15 Figure 7 identifies the different properties in the study area that have deteriorating parking areas and drives, as well as those properties that have been hard surfaced and are showing signs of deteriorating and in need of repair/rehabilitation. Even though most of the land uses in this area are heavier commercial to industrial uses, the lack of hard surfacing or the deterioration of the existing hard surfacing has a major impact on the perception of the area as well as the value of the area. Based upon the field analysis, there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of deterioration of site and other improvements in the Study Area. Faulty Lot Layout Faulty lot layout can lead to a number of issues including size of a lot, adequacy of the lot for the use, accessibility to the lot and/or the usefulness of the lot. There are a number of factors to examine within this particular study area. Size of Lot Throughout the study area there are lots that are too small for the use and buildings located on the site. This is specifically true on the north and south sides of Island Circle. Figure 8 to the right identifies the lots in the study area deemed to be either too narrow, too shallow, or both (resulting in an overall small lot). Considering the current land use plan and zoning for this area, these lots have the potential to undesirable or overcrowded with building in the future; in some cases these lots are already overcrowded. The lot on the north end of Figure 8 is an extremely awkward shape and likely was platted this way when US Highway 30 was relocated to its present alignment. However, this still creates an odd development/redevelopment condition. Adequacy of the Lots Based upon the discussion regarding lot size and shape above, the lots in Figure 8 are not adequate for the type of land use and zoning designated for this area. Parking and deliveries opportunities are somewhat limited on these lots. Some of the other lots, the lumber yard on the southeast corner of the study, appear to have fit their different structures onto the site with a shoe horn; movement on this site is very tight considering larger pick-ups and semi-trailers are arriving and departing from the site. Accessibility of the Lots Accessibility of some lots in the southern portion of the study currently do not appear to be an issue. However, there could be two very different issues arise in the future. First, the lot to the north end has two primary uses on one lot. At present they are owned by the same company. If in the future these uses are split apart, the area to the west has the potential to become a landlocked parcel. At present all of the uses and structures gain access from the points on the property; there are no adjacent streets, except for S. Webb Road. Figure 8: Small Lot Sizes Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates Figure 9: Accessibility Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and Olsson Associates Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 35 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 16 The lots identified on the very south end of the study area have a similar but different issue, the lots along Old US Highway 30 are designated as different parcels than the lots to the north. Currently, the frontage lots are owned by the same individuals/companies that own the lots in the back. This creates an issue with faulty lot layouts in the area. Insanitary or Unsafe Conditions There are a number of factors tending to fall under this category. The study area was found to have several factors falling into insanitary and unsafe. The following will outline the conditions found. Junk and junk vehicles There are locations where property owners have junk and/or junk vehicles located on their property within the study area. The most specific location for this condition is shown at the right. In one case, the property owner has some of the junk vehicles contained in a “security” fence with aging and sagging barbed wire along the top edge. However, in other situations junks vehicles, old campers and other items are left in the open and not secured from access by individuals. In additional to people being capable of directly access these vehicles, trailers, etc., these conditions are also very attractive places for vermin to congregate. Utility Poles Utility poles in this area, although it is not the direct concern of individual property owners, are an unsafe condition in various locations within the study area. The property shown above has a power pole located in between the buildings on the lot. This creates a potential hazard for vehicular movement, especially semi-trailers. In another case near the southern edge of the study area, there are utility poles within two feet of the driving surface of S. Webb Road. In addition, one of these poles is also located less than one foot from the edge of a property driveway that accesses S. Webb Road (this specific pole is also a visual distraction for vehicles turning onto S. Webb Road); see photo to the right. Stormwater Catchment The topography found in Grand Island creates the need for unique engineering solutions to catch, store, and release stormwater. Immediately west of the study there is a large stormwater catchment facility, not in the area. This catchment could be considered an unsafe condition that is contributing to the potential blighted and substandard conditions of the area. This major catchment is very deep and is designed to handle a massive amount of water; however, there are no security measures to keep individuals both purposely or accidently from entering this area. If the city has had a major rain event and the catchment is even partially full it could be a hazard to someone’s safety. Aerial of junk and junk vehicles Source: http://grandislandne.map.beehere.net/ Photos of the area above Another area with junk vehicles and trees Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 36 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 17 Unsecured materials The field investigation of this study area identified one item that presents a possible unsafe condition. Within the study area there is one location where individuals can access the material stockpiles of the concrete plant. This would require an individual to go through the property occupied by Anixter Fasteners/Hastings Foods. Along the southwest edge of the Anixter/Hastings Foods site there is not a security fence on any type to keep someone from accessing the gravel stockpile and other items on the plant site. Standing Water As discussed in detail in the drainage section of this report, standing water can be an insanitary and unsafe condition due to the potential for this to be a breeding ground for mosquitoes and their ability to spread the West Nile virus. Barbed Wire Fencing There are several properties within the study area being protected with barbed wire along the top of the fence line. The use of this material within the area is a proper security measure depending on the need. However, in multiple locations in the study area it appears that the barbed wire has been allowed to deteriorated, thus indicating a lack of need. It is these locations that are considered unsafe. If the barbed wire is allowed to continue to deteriorate it is likely to come loose from the fence and be in the direct path of pedestrians and others. Vacant Property One property near the southwest corner of the site, the old Weldon Parts store that is vacant. At the time of the field work for this study, the property appeared to be in a state of neglect. There were several old palettes laying around, as well as other items left behind. In addition, along the east wall of the building the weeds were growing out of control and in need of being cut and destroyed. Based upon the field analysis, there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of insanitary and unsafe conditions within the Study Area. Diversity of Ownership After reviewing the information on the Hall County Assessor’s website, the study area was found to have 18 different property owners. In order for future redevelopment to occur it may require some of these tracts to get into common ownership. Based upon the fact that 18 different individuals, corporations, etc. own property in this area, it is determined that the high diversity of property ownership could easily be a barrier to redevelopment. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 37 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 18 Existence of Conditions endangering life or property due to fire or other causes Located within the study area there are factors present that are a danger to life or property due to fire or other causes. A number of these factors have been previously discussed in this report. These factors include:  The junk vehicles and other junk laying around on a number of properties  The old Weldon Truck Parts store along Old US Highway 30  The close proximity of the power poles along S. Webb Road  The proximity of the unsecured stormwater catchment  The unsecured access to the materials stockpile for the concrete plant Based upon the field analysis, there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of dangerous conditions within the Study Area. Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth Within this small study area there are a number of factors that are impairing or arresting sound growth. A couple of these include:  The location of the Nebraska Department of Roads Maintenance Yard and Nebraska State Patrol facility; there has been an ongoing demand for larger scale commercial along US Highway 281. The Hy-Vee property immediately north of the study area was purchased for $1,790,000 or $205,747 per acre in 2005.  Even though the existence of US Highways 281and 30 as well as Webb Road and Old US Highway 30 are traffic generators in what is considered a commercial and industrial corridor, these thoroughfares have a tendency to impair and arrest sound growth practices.  The Union Pacific Railroad mainline lies immediately to the south of the study area and also impairs sound growth practices. Based upon the review of the area, there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth within the Study Area. Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses Over the past 20 years the population within the study area has been stable. The population within the Study Area has been 0 residents for the past two decennial censuses. Therefore, it meets the criteria for a stable or decreasing population. Blighting Summary These conditions are contributing to the blighted conditions of the study area.  Average age of structures is over 40 years of age o Within the Study Area 58.5% of the structures meet the criteria of 40 years of age or older.  Deterioration of site or other improvements o There are no sidewalks located along the public streets in the area. o The area is considerably flat and standing water is a concern. o Within the study area, curb and gutter existing only on 37.6% of the right-of-way and it has been determined to be in a deteriorating state. o In addition to a small percentage of curb and gutter, the remaining 62.4% has no curb and gutter to control stormwater runoff or to define the driving surface from other portions of the right-of-way. o Several properties within the study area have deteriorated or substandard site improvements including parking lots, fencing, etc. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 38 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 19  Faulty Lot Layout o Size of certain lots is an issue o Adequacy of some lots is a concern o Accessibility to some lots could be a problem since these lots could become land locked in the future  Insanitary or Unsafe Conditions o Lack of sidewalk in the Study Area o Junk and junk vehicles are present throughout the study area o Utility pole locations o Stormwater catchment west of study area is a contributing factor o Unsecured materials storage o Standing water o Deteriorating barbed wire fencing o Vacant and neglected property  Diversity of Ownership o Within the Study Area 22 properties are owned by 18 different property owners.  Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes o Junk and junk vehicles o The proximity of the stormwater catchment o Unsecured materials o Lack of sidewalk within the Study Area  Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth o The location of the Nebraska Department of Roads Maintenance yard and the Nebraska State Patrol facility. o US Highways 30 and 281 o Old US Highway 30 and Webb Road o Union Pacific Railroad  Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses o The population of the Study Area has remained stable over the past 22 years. The other criteria for Blight were not present in the area, these included:  Improper Subdivision or obsolete platting  Substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structure  Defective/Inadequate street layouts,  Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding fair value of the land.  Defective or unusual condition of title,  Unemployment in the designated area is at least 120% of the state or national average.  One-half of unimproved property is over 40 years old.  The per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the city or village in which the area is designated. These issues were either not present or were limited enough as to have little impact on the overall condition of the study area. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 39 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 20 Substandard Conditions Average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least 40 years Age of structures can be a contributing factor to the blighted and substandard conditions in an area. Statutes allow for a predominance of units that are 40 years of age or older to be a contributing factor regardless of their condition. Note that the age of structure was determined from the Appraisal data within the Hall County Assessor’s website data. Within the study area there is a total of eight structures. After researching the structural age on the Hall County Assessor’s and Treasurer’s websites, the following breakdown was determined:  17 (41.5%) units were determined to be less than 40 years of age  24 (58.5%) units were determined to be 40 years of age or older There is a predominance of units 40 years of age or older. Existence of Conditions endangering life or property due to fire or other causes Located within the study area there are factors present that are a danger to life or property due to fire or other causes. A number of these factors have been previously discussed in this report. These factors include:  The junk vehicles and other junk laying around on a number of properties  The old Weldon Truck Parts store along Old US Highway 30  The close proximity of the power poles along S. Webb Road  The proximity of the unsecured stormwater catchment  The unsecured access to the materials stockpile for the concrete plant Based upon the field analysis, there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of dangerous conditions within the Study Area. Substandard Summary Nebraska State Statute requires that “…an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or improvements, whether nonresidential 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 and overcrowding, or 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, (which cannot be remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare;” This Study Area in Grand Island meets the defintion of Substandard as defined in the Revised Nebraska State Statutes. FINDINGS FOR GRAND ISLAND BLIGHT STUDY AREA #15 Blight Study Area #15 has several items contributing to the Blight and Substandard Conditions. These conditions include: Blighted Conditions  Average age of structures is over 40 years of age  Deterioration of site or other improvements  Faulty Lot Layout  Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions  Diversity of Ownership  Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 40 / 147 Blight and Substandard Study – Area #15 City of Grand Island, Nebraska • October 2013 Page 21  Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses Substandard Conditions  Average age of the structures in the area is at least forty years  Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 41 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item E-3 Public Hearing on Request from G.E. Enterprises Trust, Gerald Sweley, Co-Trustee on behalf of Viaero Wireless for a Conditional Use Permit for a Wireless Communication Tower located ½ Mile East of Gunbarrel Road and North of A Road (Merrick County) Staff Contact: Craig Lewis Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 42 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Craig Lewis, Building Department Director Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Request of Chris Riha, Representing Viaero Wireless for Approval of a Conditional Use Permit to Construct a Telecommunication Tower at 149 A Road, Merrick Co. Item #’s:E-3 & H-1 Presenter(s):Craig Lewis, Building Department Director Background This is a request to allow for the construction of a 110 foot lattice telecommunication tower at 149 A Rd. Merrick County to facilitate their cellular service area. The property is currently zoned AG-2, Secondary Agricultural Zone. The Grand Island Zoning Code requires that all telecommunication towers receive the approval of City Council in the form of a conditional use permit prior to construction. The intent of the tower and telecommunication facilities and antenna regulations are to protect residential areas and land uses from the potential adverse impact of the installation of towers and antennas through careful design, siting, and camouflaging, to promote and encourage shared use/collocation of towers, and to ensure that towers and antennas are compatible with the surrounding land uses. Discussion The City code specifies eight items to be submitted with the application for a tower development permit, all of those items have been submitted, with the exception of 1). the engineering of the tower and foundation design, and 2). a building permit application for the proposed tower. It appears reasonable to delay the submittal of these two items until after the City Council has approved the location. At the time of a request for a building permit then the engineering for the construction needs to be submitted before a building permit would be issued. Information attesting to a diligent effort to collocate with any towers within a one mile radius has been submitted by the applicant. There is one tower identified within the one Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 43 / 147 mile radius of the proposed site, at 440 2nd Road, Merrick County. This tower has been determined by the applicant as impractical for collocation. The proposed site is within the airport approach zone and a letter from the Federal Aviation Administration dated December 2, 2013 has been submitted along with the application stating the proposal does not exceed obstruction standards and would not be a hazard to air navigation. The letter further states that based on the evaluation, marking and lighting are not necessary for aviation safety. Landscaping of the site is not required as landscape regulations are not applicable within the AG-2 zoning classification. Alternatives It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council may: 1.Approve the conditional use permit finding that the proposed use is a listed conditional use in the zoning code and that it will not be detrimental to public health, safety, and the general welfare of the community. 2.Disapprove or /Deny the conditional use permit, finding that the proposal does not conform to the purpose of the zoning regulations. 3.Modify the conditional use to meet the wishes of the Council 4.Refer the matter to a special committee for a determination of a finding of fact. 5.Table the issue. Recommendation City Staff recommends that the Council approve the request for a conditional use permit to construct this telecommunication tower, finding that the request does promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the community, protects property against blight and depreciation, and is generally harmonious with the surrounding neighborhood. Sample Motion Move to approve the request for a conditional use permit as specified in the staff recommendation published in the Council packet and presented at the City Council meeting and finding that the application will conform with the purpose of the zoning regulations. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 44 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 45 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 46 / 147 ! ! ! A RD 2ND RDBISMARK RD E F T K E A R N E Y R D GUNBARREL RD SCAPITAL AVE E BECK RDGUNBARREL RD NCALVIN DR U S H IG HW A Y 30 EB RD S E E D L IN G M IL E R D E LYNN LNQUAIL LN LOLA DRLINDEN AVESTONERIDGE PATH LAKESIDE DR SWAN LNUS HIG HW AY 30 (M C)RUSSELL RDDEVA DRAUSTIN AVEMCMARTIN AVERAVENWOOD DRPINTAIL LN IVY HALL CTUS HIGHWAY 30 ELINDEN AVEAUSTIN AVE¯ Proposed Tower Location149 A RoadMerrick County Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 47 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item F-1 #9468 – Consideration of Request to Rezone Property Located at 815-823 Orleans Drive from RD Residential Development to RO Residential Office This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-1. Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 48 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney ORDINANCE NO. 9468 An ordinance rezoning certain tracts of land within the zoning jurisdiction of the City of Grand Island; changing the land use classification of a tract of land comprising all of Lots Thirty One (31) to Thirty Five (35) inclusive of Lafayette Park Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, from RD-Residential Development Zone to RO-Residential Office Zone; directing such zoning change and classification be shown on the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island; amending the provisions of Section 36-44; and providing for publication and an effective date of this ordinance. WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission on December 4, 2013, held a public hearing and made a recommendation on the proposed zoning of such area; and WHEREAS, notice as required by Section 19-923, R.R.S. 1943, has been given to the Board of Education of School District No. 2 in Hall County, Nebraska; and WHEREAS, after public hearing on January 14, 2014, the City Council found and determined the change in zoning be approved and made. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA: SECTION 1. The following tract of land is hereby rezoned and reclassified and changed from RD-Residential Development Zone to RO-Residential Office Zone: all of Lots Thirty One (31) to Thirty Five (35) inclusive of Lafayette Park Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, SECTION 2. That the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, as established by Section 36-44 of the Grand Island City Code be, and the same is, hereby ordered to be changed, amended, and completed in accordance with this ordinance. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 49 / 147 ORDINANCE NO. 9468 (Cont.) - 2 - SECTION 3. That this ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage and publication, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as provided by law. Enacted: January 14, 2014. ____________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: ________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 50 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-1 Approving Minutes of December 30, 2013 City Council Special Meeting Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 51 / 147 CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING December 30, 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 December 30, 2013. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent on December 24, 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, Peg Gilbert, John Gericke, Mike Paulick and Vaughn Minton. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Mary Lou Brown, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Treasurer and Finance Director Jaye Monter, City Attorney Robert Sivick, and City Engineer and Public Works Director John Collins. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was said. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Public Hearing on Acquisition of Drainage Easements in Pleasant View 14th Subdivision (Bosselman). Public Works Director John Collins reported that acquisition of drainage easements located in Pleasant View 14th Subdivision were needed in order to accommodate adequate drainage of the area. These easements would allow for the construction, operation, maintenance, extension, repair, replacement, and removal of utilities within the easements. Staff recommended approval. No public testimony was heard. ORDINANCE: City Attorney Bob Sivick explained the statutory requirements regarding suspending the rules for ordinances. He recommended council suspend the rules for these ordinances. Councilmember Gilbert moved “that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title on three different days are suspended and that ordinances numbered: #9463 – Consideration to Amend and Restate the City of Grand Island, Nebraska Police Officers’ Retirement System Plan and Trust #9464 – Consideration to Amend and Restate the City of Grand Island, Nebraska Firefighters’ Retirement System Plan and Trust 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 Haase seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. Finance Director Jaye Monter reported these ordinances had been referred to this meeting from the December 17, 2013 Council meeting. In order to stay in compliance with all federal and state Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 52 / 147 Page 2, City Council Regular Meeting, December 30, 2013 retirement plan laws the City of Grand Island’s Police Officers’ and Firefighters’ Retirement System Plan and Trust plans needed to be restated. Motion by Haase, second by Nickerson to approve Ordinances #9463 and #9464. City Clerk: Ordinances #9463 and #9464 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of these ordinances on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. City Clerk: Ordinances #9463 and #9464 on second and final reading. All those in favor of the passage of these ordinances on second and final reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. Mayor Vavricek: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon final passage, Ordinances #9463 and #9464 are declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by law. CONSENT AGENDA: Motion by Paulick, second by Donaldson to approve the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted. Approving Minutes of December 17, 2013 City Council Regular Meeting. Approving Appointment of Brent Lindner to the Downtown Business Improvement District 2013 Board. #2013-412 – Approving Safety Glass Contract for the Utilities, Public Works and Parks Divisions for 2014 & 2015 with Heartland Optical of Lincoln, NE Dispensing Safety Glasses for Pearle Vision Center of Grand Island, NE. #2013-413 – Approving the Certificate of Compliance with the Nebraska Department of Roads for Maintenance Agreement No. 12; Calendar Year 2013. #2013-414 – Approving Acquisition of Drainage Easements in Pleasant View 14th Subdivision (Bosselman). #2013-415 – Approving Public Highway At-Grade Crossing Maintenance & Use Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company for the North Road Crossing. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS: Motion by Gericke, second by Minton to approve the Claims for the period of December 18, 2013 through December 30, 2013, for a total amount of $3,474,668.16. Unanimously approved. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 5:44 p.m. Nicki Stoltenberg Assistant to the City Administrator Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 53 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-2 Approving Appointment of Vikki Deuel to the Community Development Advisory Board Mayor Vavricek has submitted the appointment of Vikki Deuel to the Community Development Advisory Board. The appointment would become effective immediately upon approval by the City Council and would expire on July 31, 2016. Staff Contact: Mayor Jay Vavricek Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 54 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-3 #2014-1 - Approving State Bid Awards to Purchase Police Fleet Vehicles Staff Contact: Steven Lamken Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 55 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Steven Lamken, Police Chief Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Vehicle Purchases Item #’s:G-3 Presenter(s):Steven Lamken, Police Chief Background The Police Department has received pricing for the purchase of several fleet vehicles that were budgeted in the 2013/2014 year. The Department is purchasing six Ford Taurus Police Interceptors, two Ford Explorer Police Interceptors, two Ford Fusions and one Ford Transit Connect minivan. The total cost of the 11 vehicles is $258,260 which is under the amount budgeted. All vehicle purchases are being made under State contract bids and are being purchased from Anderson Ford of Lincoln. State contract pricing cannot be transferred to Anderson Ford of Grand Island. Discussion The Police Department budgeted for several vehicles in the 2013/2014 budget to replace current fleet vehicles. All of the vehicles are being purchased under the State of Nebraska contract pricing system. Anderson Ford of Lincoln was awarded the State contract for the vehicles. The vehicles being requested are: Six, 6, Ford Taurus All Wheel Drive Police Interceptors. Replacing five Ford Crown Victoria patrol cars in the Patrol Fleet Adding one patrol car in the Patrol Fleet based upon the increase in Patrol Division staff State Contract # 13623. Price Each - $24,912.00 Total $149,472.00 Two, 2, Ford Utility All Wheel Drive Police Interceptors Replacing two Ford Crown Victoria Patrol Cars for the Police Service Dog Teams State Contract # 13632 Price Each - $26,925.00 Total $ 53,850.00 Two, 2, Ford Fusion Sedans Replacing two sedans in the fleet Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 56 / 147 State Contract # 13672 Price Each - $ 16,257.00 Total $ 32,514.00 One Ford Transit Connect Van Replacing one Code Enforcement vehicle State Contract # 13674 Price Each $ 22,424.00 Total $ 22,424.00 The total purchase cost of the eleven vehicles is $258,260.00. The purchase price includes delivery of the vehicles to Grand Island. The cost of the eleven vehicles is under the Department’s estimated cost of $293,000. The vehicles being replaced will be sold at auction. 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 eleven vehicles under State contract to include six Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $24,912.00 each, two Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $26,925.00 each, two Ford Fusion sedans at a cost of $16,257.00 each and one Ford Transit Connect Van at a cost of $22,424.00 from Anderson Ford of Lincoln. Sample Motion Move to approve the purchase of eleven vehicles under State contract to include six Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $24,912.00 each, two Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $26,925.00 each, two Ford Fusion sedans at a cost of $16,257.00 each and one Ford Transit Connect Van at a cost of $22,424.00 from Anderson Ford of Lincoln. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 57 / 147 December 17th, 2013 Sergeant Danny Dubbs, #319 111 Public Safety Drive Grand Island, NE 68801 Pho: 308.385.5400 ext 2230 Fax:308.385.5410 Cell:308.391-3199 Email: ddubbs@gipolice.org 1. State contract #13623—Total price: $149,472 • 6 Police Sedans • White exterior/black interior • Center hub-covers • Delivered to Grand Island • Price includes all items in previous quote 2. State Contract #13632—Total price: $53,850 ◦ 2 Police utility vehicles ◦ White Exterior/black interior ◦ Center hub-covers ◦ Delivered to Grand Island ◦ Price includes all items in previous quote 3. State Contract #13672—Total price: $32,514 ◦ 2 Ford Fusions ◦ 1 sterling gray and 1 sunset ◦ Stone interior ◦ Delivered to Grand Island Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 58 / 147 4. State Contract #13674—Total Price: $22,424 ◦ 1Ford Tranist ◦ White exterior/cloth interior ◦ Delivered to Grand Island ◦ Price includes all items in previous quote Total price for all 11 vehicles: $258,260 **Vehicles will be ordered once a purchase order is received** Bobby Colclasure Bobby Colclasure Anderson Auto Group Commercial & Fleet Director 2500 Wildcat Dr Lincoln, NE 68521 Work-402-323-4013 Cell-402-617-4521 Fax-402-458-9805 bobbyc@andersonautogroup.com www.andersonautogroup.com Because People Matter...we will serve your needs by always doing what is right Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 59 / 147 December 13th, 2013 Sergeant Danny Dubbs, #319 111 Public Safety Drive Grand Island, NE 68801 Pho: 308.385.5400 ext 2230 Fax:308.385.5410 Cell:308.391-3199 Email: ddubbs@gipolice.org State Contract # 13623 •Line 1 base price: $26,096 •Line 4 cloth front/cloth rear—standard •Line 9 courtesy lamp inoperable—standard •Line 11 floor carpet—standard •Line 14 driver side spotlight—standard •Line 19 deduct for no led's in push bumper--(-$109) •Line 20 deduct for no led's in rear license--(-$109) •Line 21 wig-wag—standard •Line 22 deduct for no rear trunk tray--(-$200) •Line 23 siren speaker—standard •Line 24 deduct for no push bumper--(-$289) •Line 25 rear deck led—standard •Line 26 deduct for no extra antenna--(-$24) •Line 27 deduct for no extra antenna--(-$24) •Line 28 deduct for no blue tree antenna--(-$79) •Line 29 deduct for no auxilliary battery--(-$450) Total state price: $24,812 Bobby Colclasure Anderson Auto Group Commercial & Fleet Director 2500 Wildcat Dr Lincoln, NE 68521 Work-402-323-4013 Cell-402-617-4521 Fax-402-458-9805 bobbyc@andersonautogroup.com Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 60 / 147 December 13th, 2013 Sergeant Danny Dubbs, #319 111 Public Safety Drive Grand Island, NE 68801 Pho: 308.385.5400 ext 2230 Fax:308.385.5410 Cell:308.391-3199 Email: ddubbs@gipolice.org State Contract # 13632 •Line 1 base price: $27,514 •Line 4 cloth front/cloth rear—standard •Line 7 courtesy lamp inoperable--standard •Line 9 all wheel drive—standard •Line 11 deep tint glass--$395 •Line 12 driver side spotlight—standard •Line 18 deduct for no led's in push bumper--(-$109) •Line 19 deduct for no led's in rear license--(-$109) •Line 20 100 watt siren speaker--standard •Line 21 deduct for no push bumper--(-$289) •Line 22 deduct for no extra antenna--(-$24) •Line 23 deduct for no extra antenna--(-$24) •Line 24 deduct for no blue tree antenna--(-$79) •Line 25 deduct for no auxilliary battery--(-$450) Total state price: $26,825 Bobby Colclasure Anderson Auto Group Commercial & Fleet Director 2500 Wildcat Dr Lincoln, NE 68521 Work-402-323-4013 Cell-402-617-4521 Fax-402-458-9805 bobbyc@andersonautogroup.com Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 61 / 147 December 13th, 2013 Sergeant Danny Dubbs, #319 111 Public Safety Drive Grand Island, NE 68801 Pho: 308.385.5400 ext 2230 Fax:308.385.5410 Cell:308.391-3199 Email: ddubbs@gipolice.org State Contract # 13672 •Line 1 base price: $16,157 •Fusion s package •2.5 L 4 cyliner automatic •1 sterling gray and 1 sunset Total state price: $16,157 each State contract #13674 •Line 1 base price: $21,829 •Transit connect S7E •2.5L 4 cylinder automatic •Line 5 full crash screen: $495 Total state price: $22,324 Bobby Colclasure Anderson Auto Group Commercial & Fleet Director 2500 Wildcat Dr Lincoln, NE 68521 Work-402-323-4013 Cell-402-617-4521 Fax-402-458-9805 bobbyc@andersonautogroup.com Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 62 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-1 WHEREAS, the Police Department budgeted for the purchase of new vehicles for the Police fleet in the 2013/2014 budget; and WHEREAS, Anderson Ford of Lincoln is awarded the State of Nebraska contract for Ford Police Interceptor sedans, Ford Police Interceptor SUVs, Ford Fusion sedans and the Ford Transit van; and WHEREAS, the Police Department desires to purchase eleven vehicles under State contract to include six Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $24,912.00 each, two Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $26,925.00 each, two Ford Fusion sedans at a cost of $16,257.00 each and one Ford Transit Connect Van at a cost of $22,424.00 from Anderson Ford of Lincoln; and WHEREAS, the total cost of the eleven vehicles is $258,260.00 which is under the estimated cost of the vehicles. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, approve the purchase of eleven vehicles under State contract to include six Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $24,912.00 each, two Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles at a cost of $26,925.00 each, two Ford Fusion sedans at a cost of $16,257.00 each and one Ford Transit Connect Van at a cost of $22,424.00 from Anderson Ford of Lincoln. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 63 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-4 #2014-2 - Approving 2013 State Bid Award for (1) 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4x4 Extended Cab Pickup for the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 64 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Marvin Strong PE, Wastewater Plant Engineer Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Approving 2013 State Bid Award for (1) 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4x4 Extended Cab Pickup for the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department Item #’s:G-4 Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director Background The Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department budgeted for a pickup to be used in the daily operations of lift station maintenance. The approved FY 2014 Wastewater Division budget includes $40,000.00 for this purchase. Discussion The vehicle specifications awarded under State of Nebraska Contract #13404 OC meet all of the requirements for the Wastewater Division vehicle. Husker Auto Group of Lincoln, Nebraska submitted a bid in the amount of $30,384.00. There are sufficient funds for this purchase in Account No. 53030054-85625. This pickup will replace a 2002 Chevrolet pickup with 121,000 miles (pictured below), which will be sold at auction. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 65 / 147 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 Public Works Administration recommends that the Council approve the State Bid Award to Husker Auto Group of Lincoln, Nebraska in the amount of $30,384.00 for the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 4x4 Extended Cab Pickup for the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department. Sample Motion Move to approve the resolution. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 66 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-2 WHEREAS, the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department of the City of Grand Island budgeted for a vehicle in the 2013/2014 fiscal year; and WHEREAS, said vehicle, a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4x4 Extended Cab Pickup, can be obtained from the 2013 State Contract Holder; and WHEREAS, purchasing the vehicle from the 2013 State Contract Holder meets all statutory bidding requirements; and WHEREAS, the funding for such vehicle is provided in the 2013/2014 budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the purchase of a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4x4 Extended Cab Pickup in the amount of $30,384.00 from the 2013 State Contract Holder, Husker Auto Group of Lincoln, Nebraska, is hereby approved. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 67 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-5 #2014-3 - Approving Bid Award for One (1) 2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck-Tractor for the Solid Waste Division Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 68 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Jeff Wattier, Solid Waste Superintendent Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Approving Bid Award for One (1) 2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck-Tractor for the Solid Waste Division Item #’s:G-5 Presenter(s):John Collins, P.E., Public Works Director Background On November 20, 2013 the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department advertised the request for bids for a 2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck- Tractor. Funds for the truck-tractor are in the approved 2013/2014 budget. Discussion Ten (10) bids were received and opened on December 11, 2013. The Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division reviewed the bids that were received. The alternate bid #1 truck-tractor bid by Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, NE meets all of the specifications. This truck-tractor is a front-line piece of equipment that is utilized on a daily basis for hauling solid waste from the Transfer Station to the Landfill for disposal. Bidder Base Price Trade-In Net Cost Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, NE $99,600 $30,000 $69,600 Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, NE (Alternate Bid #1)* $101,500 $30,000 $71,500 Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, NE (Alternate Bid #2) $101,500 $30,000 $71,500 NMC, Inc. of Doniphan, NE $114,066.04 $37,500 $76,566.04 NMC, Inc. of Doniphan, NE (Alternate Bid #1) $112,705.18 $37,500 $75,205.18 Peterbilt of Norfolk, NE $108,164 $30,000 $78,164 Hansen International of Grand Island, NE $103,300 $20,000 $83,300 Nebraska Truck & Equipment of Lincoln, NE $108,300.79 $25,000 $83,300.79 Nebraska Peterbilt of Grand Island, NE $104,850 $15,000 $89,850 Volvo Trucks of Omaha, NE $105,300 $10,000 $95,300 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 69 / 147 *Alternate bid #1 from Nebraska Truck Center simply includes larger cab dimensions which provide 4” of additional knee/leg room for the driver. This 2014 model truck-tractor will replace the 2006 model truck-tractor (pictured below) that is being traded in as part of this net purchase price. The 2006 model truck tractor currently has approximately 7,500 operating hours and approximately 192,000 miles on it. Public Works Department staff is recommending the purchase of the alternate bid #1 by Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, NE. The additional knee/leg room provided in the alternate bid will better accommodate the taller Solid Waste Division equipment operators during the daily operations of this truck-tractor. 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 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 70 / 147 Recommendation City Administration recommends that the Council approve the purchase of the alternate bid #1 for the 2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck-Tractor from Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, NE for the net amount of $71,500.00. Sample Motion Move to approve the purchase of the alternate bid #1 for the 2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck-Tractor from Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, NE for the net amount of $71,500.00. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 71 / 147 Purchasing Division of Legal Department INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Working Together for a Better Tomorrow, Today BID OPENING BID OPENING DATE:December 11, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. FOR:2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck-Tractor DEPARTMENT:Public Works ESTIMATE:$115,000.00 FUND/ACCOUNT:50530040-85625 PUBLICATION DATE:November 21, 2013 NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:6 SUMMARY Bidder:Volvo Trucks of Omaha Peterbilt of Norfolk Omaha, NE Norfolk, NE Bid Security:Western Surety Company Cashier’s Check Exceptions:Noted Noted Make:Volvo Peterbilt 567 Base Price:$105,300.00 $108,164.00 Trade-In:$ 10,000.00 $ 30,000.00 Total Bid:$ 95,300.00 $ 78,164.00 Delivery Date:3/1/14 3/15/14 Bidder:NMC, Inc.NMC, Inc. Doniphan, NE Doniphan, NE Bid Security:Travelers Casualty & Surety Co.Travelers Casualty & Surety Co. Exceptions:Noted Noted Make:Cat Cat Base Price:$114,066.04 $112,705.18 Trade-In:$ 37,500.00 $ 37,500.00 Total Bid:$ 76,566.04 $ 75,205.18 Delivery Date:7 weeks 14 weeks Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 72 / 147 Bidder:Nebraska Truck Center, Inc.Nebraska Peterbilt Grand Island, NE Grand Island, NE Bid Security:Universal Surety Company Cashier’s Check Exceptions:Noted Noted Make:Freightliner Freightliner Western Star $104,850.00 Base Price:$99,600.00 $101,500.00 $101,500.00 $ 15,000.00 Trade-In:$30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 89,850.00 Total Bid:$69,600.00 $ 71,500.00 $ 71,500.00 Delivery Date:90 days 90 days 90 days 60 days Bidder:Hansen International Truck, Inc.Nebraska Truck & Equip. Co., Inc. Grand Island, NE Lincoln, NE Bid Security:Cashier’s Check Inland Insurance Company Exceptions:Noted Noted Make International Mack Base Price:$103,300.00 $108,300.79 Trade-In:$ 20,000.00 $ 25,000.00 Total Bid:$ 83,300.00 $ 83,300.79 Delivery Date:75 – 90 days 120 days cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist. Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Jaye Monter, Finance Director Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Jeff Wattier, Solid Waste Supt. P1693 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 73 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 20142 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-3 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for one (1) 2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck-Tractor for the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department, according to specifications on file with the Public Works Department; and WHEREAS, on December 11, 2013 bids were received, opened and reviewed; and WHEREAS, Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, Nebraska submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $71,500.00; and WHEREAS, Nebraska Truck Center’s bid is fair and reasonable for such item. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Nebraska Truck Center of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of $71,500.00 for one (1) 2014 Model 90,000 GVW Conventional Truck-Tractor is hereby approved as the lowest responsive and responsible bid. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 74 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-6 #2014-4 - Approving Bid Award for One (1) 2014 Solid Waste Transfer Trailer (Solid Waste Division) Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 75 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Jeff Wattier, Solid Waste Superintendent Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Approving Bid Award for One (1) 2014 Solid Waste Transfer Trailer (Solid Waste Division) Item #’s:G-6 Presenter(s):John Collins, P.E., Public Works Director Background On December 2, 2013 the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department advertised for a 2014 Model Solid Waste Transfer Trailer. There were nine (9) potential bidders for this piece of equipment. Funds for the transfer trailer are in the approved 2013/2014 budget. Discussion One (1) bid was received and opened on December 19, 2013. The Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division reviewed the bid that was received. The transfer trailer bid by Wilkens Industries of Morris, MN meets all of the specifications. This transfer trailer is a front-line piece of equipment that is utilized on a daily basis for hauling solid waste from the Transfer Station to the Landfill for disposal. This transfer trailer will replace the 2006 model transfer trailer that is being traded in with this purchase. The 2006 model year transfer trailer that is being traded is eight years old and is in need of new tires, hydraulic hoses and lines, brakes, and several other repairs due to years of severe use in Transfer Station and Landfill operations. A picture of the 2006 model transfer trailer to be traded in is below. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 76 / 147 Bidder Base Price Trade-In Net Cost Wilkens Industries of Morris, MN $73,388 $19,698 $53,690 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 solid waste transfer trailer from Wilkens Industries of Morris, MN for the net cost of $53,690. Sample Motion Move to approve the purchase of the solid waste transfer trailer from Wilkens Industries of Morris, MN for the net cost of $53,690. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 77 / 147 Purchasing Division of Legal Department INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Working Together for a Better Tomorrow, Today BID OPENING BID OPENING DATE:December 19, 2013 at 2:15 p.m. FOR:(1) 2014 Solid Waste Transfer Trailer DEPARTMENT:Public Works ESTIMATE:$80,000.00 FUND/ACCOUNT:50530040-85625 PUBLICATION DATE:December 6, 2013 NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:9 SUMMARY Bidder:Wilkens Industries, Inc. Morris, MN Bid Security:Cashier’s Check Exceptions:None Bid Price:$73,388.00 Trade-In:$19,698.00 Total Bid:$53,690.00 Delivery Date:90-120 days cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist. Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Jaye Monter, Finance Director Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Jeff Wattier, Solid Waste Supt. P1697 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 78 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 20142 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-4 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for one (1) 2014 Model Solid Waste Transfer Trailer for the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department, according to specifications on file with the Public Works Department; and WHEREAS, on December 19, 2013 bids were received, opened and reviewed; and WHEREAS, Wilkens Industries of Morris, Minnesota submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the net amount of $53,690.00; and WHEREAS, Wilkens Industries’ bid is fair and reasonable for such item. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Wilkens Industries of Morris, Minnesota in the net amount of $53,690.00 for one (1) 2014 Model Solid Waste Transfer Trailer is hereby approved as the lowest responsive and responsible bid. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 79 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-7 #2014-5 - Approving Purchase of Cooling Tower Chemicals for Platte Generating Station Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 80 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney Meeting Date:January 14, 2014 Subject: Purchase of Cooling Tower Chemicals Item #’s:G-7 Presenter(s):Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director Background The Platte Generating Station utilizes a cooling tower, condenser and circulating piping as part of the plant’s cooling water system. The system cooling water impurities are concentrated through an evaporative cooling process and requires chemical treatment to prevent scaling, corrosion, fouling, and microbiological contamination, therefore, the plant staff developed specifications for the purchase of the chemicals used for treatment of the water. Discussion The specifications for the Purchase of Cooling Tower Chemicals were advertised and issued for bid in accordance with the City purchasing code. The specifications require a firm unit price for the product to maintain the guaranteed dose rate. Bids were publicly opened on December 19, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Specifications were sent to nine potential bidders and responses were received as listed below. The engineer’s estimate for this project was $120,000.00. Bidder Bid Price Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies, Vandalia, OH$ 95,216.00 WaterLink, Inc., Omaha, NE $ 95,602.36 Plant staff reviewed the bids for compliance with the City’s detailed specifications and were evaluated based upon the total cooling inhibitor cost for an annual average water treatment. The products proposed by the suppliers are similar in chemical composition with another product successfully used in the past. Based on using the same dosage rates, Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies is compliant with specifications and less than the engineer’s estimate. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 81 / 147 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 purchase of cooling tower chemicals be awarded to Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies from Vandalia, Ohio, as the low responsive bidder, for a not-to-exceed price of $.93 per pound of solution; an annual estimate of $95,216.00. The actual annual amount will depend on City water usage. Sample Motion Move to approve award for the purchase of cooling tower chemicals in the amount of $.93 per pound of solution, be awarded to Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies from Vandalia, Ohio. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 82 / 147 Purchasing Division of Legal Department INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Working Together for a Better Tomorrow, Today BID OPENING BID OPENING DATE:December 19, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. FOR:Purchase of Cooling Tower Chemicals DEPARTMENT:Utilities ESTIMATE:$120,000.00 FUND/ACCOUNT:520 PUBLICATION DATE:December 4, 2013 NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:9 SUMMARY Bidder:Veolia Water Solutions & Tech.WaterLink, Inc. Overland Park, KS Omaha, NE Bid Security:American Home Assurance Co.Cashier’s Check Exceptions:None None Bid Price:$.93 $1.50 Cooling Inhibitor:$95,216.00 $95, 602.36 cc:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director Bob Smith, Assist. Utilities Director Mary Lou Brown, City Administrator Jaye Monter, Finance Director Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Pat Gericke, Utilities Admin. Assist. Emily Muth, Utilities Dept.Karen Nagel, Utilities Secretary P1696 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 83 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-5 WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for the purchase of Cooling Tower Chemicals for the Platte Generating Station, according to plans and specifications on file with the Utilities Department; and WHEREAS, on December 19, 2013, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and WHEREAS, Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies of Vandalia, Ohio, 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 a not to exceed price of $.93 per pound of solution, an annual estimate of $95,216.00, depending on City water usage; and WHEREAS, the bid of Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies, is less than the estimate for Cooling Tower Chemicals for 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 Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies, in the amount of $0.93 per pound of solution , for Cooling Tower Chemicals is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _____________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: ________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 84 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-8 #2014-6 - Approving License Agreement between the City of Grand Island and Hamilton Long Distance dba Hamilton Telecommunications Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 85 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:License Agreement with Hamilton Long Distance dba Hamilton Telecommunications, for Power Pole Attachments Item #’s:G-8 Presenter(s):Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director Background Hamilton Telecommunications is a telecommunications company that wishes to attach fiber optic cables to City owned utility poles. Discussion A License Agreement is the form used in the past to allow cables owned by others to be placed on City utility poles. Charter, Unite Private Networks (UPN), CenturyLink, and NebraskaLink, LLC are currently attached to utility poles in the City. The National Electric Safety Code (Code) prescribes the methods and clearances required for installation of multiple wire strand utility company facilities and equipment on power poles. The proposed agreement includes requirements to meet the Code specifications for clearances between utility facilities, which will require some work by the Utilities Department and the other utilities currently using the poles. The proposed contract requires Hamilton Telecommunications to pay for any “make ready” work that is required to provide the needed space on the pole to allow them to attach in accordance with the Code. The proposed contract is essentially the same as the current Contracts with Charter Communications, CenturyLink, Unite Private Networks, and NebraskaLink, LLC. Hamilton Telecommunications will also pay the same $4.00 per pole annual fee that is received from CenturyLink, Charter, Unite Private Networks, and NebraskaLink LLC. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 86 / 147 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 License Agreement with Hamilton Long Distance dba Hamilton Telecommunications, and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City. Sample Motion Move to approve the License Agreement between the City of Grand Island and Hamilton Long Distance, dba Hamilton Telecommunications, and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island. 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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to, on behalf of the City, execute the License Agreement between the City of Grand Island and Hamilton Long Distance dba Hamilton Telecommunications. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: ____________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 125 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-9 #2014-7 - Approving Request that Hall County Review the County Industrial Tracts within the City Limits Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 126 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Chad Nabity, AICP Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:County Industrial Tract Resolution Item #’s:G-9 Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, AICP Background In 1957 the State of Nebraska allowed for the creation of County Industrial Tracts near municipalities for the purpose of encouraging industrial development. Under the original law it was not possible for cities to annex property designated as a County Industrial Tract as long as the property was used for industrial purposes. Nebraska Statute §13- 1111 identifies those allowed uses: 13-1111. Terms, defined; application for designation; exceptions. As used in sections 13-1111 to 13-1120, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) Industrial area shall mean a tract of land used or reserved for the location of industry, except that such land may be used for agricultural purposes until the use is converted for the location of industry as set forth in sections 13-1111 to 13- 1120; and (2) industry shall mean (a) any enterprise whose primary function is to manufacture, process, assemble, or blend any agricultural, manufactured, mineral, or chemical products; (b) any enterprise that has as its primary function that of storing, warehousing, or distributing, and specifically excluding those operations whose primary function is to directly sell to the general public; or (c) any enterprise whose primary function is research in connection with any of the foregoing, or primarily exists for the purpose of developing new products or new processes, or improving existing products or known processes. The owner or owners of any contiguous tract of real estate containing twenty acres or more, no part of which is within the boundaries of any incorporated city or village, except cities of the metropolitan or primary class, may file or cause to be filed with the county clerk of the county in which the greater portion of such real estate is situated if situated in more than one county, an application requesting the county board of such county to designate such contiguous tract as an industrial area. Two County Industrial Tract Areas were approved by Hall County in 1958. The first is an area near Adams Street and Anna Street; the remaining portions of this area include Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 127 / 147 the property where Diamond Engineering, Platte Valley Construction, Dennis Supply and Island Supply are located. The second area includes the location of Hornady Manufacturing at Old Potash Highway and Claude Road. Statutes were amended to include §13-1121 so that beginning in 1980 counties could review County Industrial Tracts for compliance with §13-1111 or that cities could request that counties conduct this review in March of even numbered years. 13-1121. Designation; review by county board; notice; hearing; removal of designation. Beginning in 1980 and every even-numbered year thereafter during the month of March, the appropriate county board may, of its own volition or shall, at the request of the municipal governing body having zoning jurisdiction over the designated industrial tract, review any or all industrial areas in its jurisdiction. When the review is at the request of the municipal governing body having zoning jurisdiction over the designated industrial tract, the county board shall notify such municipal governing body of the date, time, and location of the review. If the county board determines during the review that there is a problem with the industrial area designation of any tract, or a portion of such tract, the county board shall give notice of a hearing by registered or certified mail to the owners of the tract, or a portion of such tract, if such owners are known, within ninety days prior to the hearing, and if the owners are not known or cannot be located, then by publishing a notice three successive weeks in some newspaper published and of general circulation in the county or counties in which the real estate is located, and if no newspaper is published in the county, such notice shall be published in some newspaper having a general circulation in such county. If after the hearing the county board finds that the industrial area or a portion thereof is no longer suitable for industrial purposes, or is being used for nonindustrial enterprises, or has had no improvements or industrial buildings thereon within seven years from the date of original industrial designation, or is not in compliance with the zoning ordinances of any city or village exercising zoning control of it, or is not platted in accordance with such zoning ordinances or is no longer in compliance with the definition of industry as set forth in section 13-1111, such county board shall remove the designation of industrial area from such tract or portion of such tract. Any tract or portion of such tract used or reserved for industry prior to August 24, 1979, shall not be removed from the industrial area designation against the wishes of its owners as long as the use of such tract or portion continues to be in compliance with the definition of industry as set forth in section 13-1111. A certified copy of such order shall be filed with the register of deeds and the county assessor of the county or counties in which the real estate is located. Hall County conducted a review in March of 2012. One property was removed from the County Industrial Tract. The next time that Hall County can conduct this review is in March of 2014. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 128 / 147 Discussion The City does not have any authority to annex these properties but can request that Hall County review the uses in the County Industrial Tracts to confirm that they are still consistent with the intent of the law. If the County finds that the uses are not consistent they are required to hold a hearing, make finding and if they find that the property is not being used in a manner consistent with §13-1111, remove the County Industrial Tract designation. At that point the property becomes eligible for annexation. The attached resolution is a formal request from the City of Grand Island asking Hall County to conduct this review in March of 2014. 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 resolution. Sample Motion Move to approve Resolution 2014-7 requesting that Hall County review the County Industrial Tracts adjacent to the City of Grand Island in March of 2014. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 129 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-7 WHEREAS, there are five areas within the City of Grand Island that have been designated by Hall County as County Industrial Tracts; and WHEREAS, all five of these County Industrial Tract areas are surrounded by the municipal limits of the City of Grand Island; and WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island desires to provide municipal services throughout the City in an efficient and cost effective manner; and WHEREAS, these County Industrial Tracts are holes in the middle of the city that may cause confusion about who is responsible for providing services; and WHEREAS, the Nebraska Revised State Statutes §13-1121 gives the City the authority to request that Hall County review these County Industrial Tracts to insure that they comply with the use limitation as defined in§13-1111 in March of even numbered years. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, DO HEREBY REQUEST THAT HALL COUNTY CONDUCT A REVIEW OF THE FIVE AREAS DESIGNATED AS COUNTY INDUSTRIAL TRACTS AS SHOWN ON THE ATTACHED MAP TO DETERMINE IF THEY SHOULD STILL QUALIFY AS COUNTY INDUSTRIAL TRACTS IN MARCH OF 2014. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 130 / 147 - 2 - Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 131 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-10 #2014-8 – Approving Purchase of Braun Type III Ambulance Staff Contact: Cory Schmidt, Fire Chief Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 132 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Russ Blackburn, GIFD EMS Division Chief Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Purchase Braun Type III Ambulance Item #’s:G-10 Presenter(s): Russ Blackburn, GIFD EMS Division Chief Background The city council approved the purchase of an ambulance in the 2014 budget for a budgeted amount of $205,000. The Fire Department would like to replace an 18 year old 1995 Ford type III ambulance. That ambulance has 107,660 miles on it and 7372 hours of operation. We would like to purchase a 2014 Braun Chief XL on a Chevy 4500 chassis for $199,922 from Braun Manufacturing of Mt. Prospect, Illinois. The ambulance will be purchased through BuyHGAC so it is already pre-bid through them. The ambulance will come with radio wiring already installed, in addition to graphics. These two things are usually additional expenses after the ambulance is delivered. The ambulance meets all current standards and could be considered a candidate for re-chassis in the future. Discussion The Grand Island Fire Department maintains a fleet of seven ambulances at this time; two ambulances each at Stations 1, 2, and 4, one ambulance at Station 3. Station 1 and 2 ambulances are manned every day to respond to medical calls. If manning allows, a third ambulance is manned at Station 4. If medical calls exceed the number of manned ambulances, every fire truck can break its crew down to man a back-up ambulance. This is possible because every truck has a paramedic on it. During 2013 the highest number of ambulances we had out on calls simultaneously was five. Every month we hit multiple days that 3 to 4 ambulances are out at the same time. Those numbers do not take into account other units out on fire calls at the same time. This purchase allows us to maintain a goal of an ambulance purchase every two years. This means that an ambulance will be used for 8 years as a primary ambulance and then Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 133 / 147 rotated to back-up duty for an additional 6 years. Then when ambulances reach 14 years of service they are retired and replaced. 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 2014 Chevy 4500 Type III Braun ambulance for use by the GIFD for emergency service use. Sample Motion Move to approve the purchase of the 2014 Chevy 4500 Type III Braun ambulance for use by the GIFD for emergency service use. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 134 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-8 WHEREAS, the City Council approved the purchase of a Braun Chief XL ambulance in the 2014 budget; and WHEREAS, the Fire Department needs to replace a 1995 ambulance with 107,660 miles to make the fleet of ambulances and emergency response more reliable; and WHEREAS, Braun Manufacturing of Mt. Prospect, Il has submitted a cost through BuyHGAC for a 2014 Chevy 4500 Type III ambulance for less than the budgeted amount for the replacement of an ambulance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, to allow the Fire Department to purchase the 2014 Braun Chief XL, Chevy 4500 Type III ambulance from Braun Manufacturing of Mt. Prospect, IL for the price of $199,922. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 135 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item G-11 #2014-9 – Approving Agreement for Advanced EMS Training Field Experience with Iowa Western Community College Staff Contact: Cory Schmidt, Fire Chief Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 136 / 147 Council Agenda Memo From:Russ Blackburn, GIFD EMS Division Chief Meeting:January 14, 2014 Subject:Training Contract Item #’s:G-11 Presenter(s):Russ Blackburn, GIFD EMS Division Chief Background The City of Grad Island has been asked to provide in-field training and experience for students of the emergency medical training program with Iowa Western Community College. We have provided this opportunity to other educational institutions in the past and this agreement will allow us to continue this program. Discussion This program allows students to receive field training and experience that allows them to apply what they have learned in the class room. Under the supervision of an experienced paramedic the student has the opportunity to learn from real world experiences. This contract is the standard contract used with all other training agencies that send student to ride-along with the Fire Department. 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 this contract. Sample Motion Move to approve the training contract with Iowa Western Community College. Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 137 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 138 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 139 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 140 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 141 / 147 Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 142 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-9 WHEREAS, a training contract has to be in place for Emergency Medical students from a training agency to get field experience with Grand Island Fire Department; and WHEREAS, a student from Iowa Western Community College would like to do his paramedic internship with the Grand Island Fire Department; and WHEREAS, this is a standard contract we use with all of the training agencies that send us students for field experience. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, to sign the training contract between Iowa Western Community College and the City of Grand Island so their student may do his paramedic ride-time with the Grand Island Fire Department. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 143 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item H-1 Consideration of Request from G.E. Enterprises Trust, Gerald Sweley, Co-Trustee on behalf of Viaero Wireless for a Conditional Use Permit for a Wireless Communication Tower located ½ Mile East of Gunbarrel Road and North of A Road (Merrick County) This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-3. Staff Contact: Craig Lewis Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 144 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item I-1 #2014-10 - Consideration of Approving Declaration of a Site Known as Redevelopment Area 15 Located between Webb Road and US Hwy 281, North of Old US Hwy 30 and South of Old Potash Hwy. This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-2. Staff Contact: Chad Nabity Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 145 / 147 Approved as to Form ¤ ___________ January 22, 2014 ¤ City Attorney R E S O L U T I O N 2014-10 WHEREAS, on June 27, 1994, the City of Grand Island enacted Ordinance No. 8021 creating the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, to address the need for economic development opportunities through the vehicles provided in the Nebraska Community Development law at Neb. Rev. Stat. §18-2101, et seq., as amended; and WHEREAS, Tim Plate and Doug Luth have caused to be prepared a Blight and Substandard Study for an area referred to as Area No. 15; and WHEREAS, Marvin Planning Consultants completed such Blight and Substandard Study and has determined that the area should be declared as a substandard or blighted area in need of redevelopment; and WHEREAS, Mr. Plate and Mr. Luth presented such study to the Grand Island City Council on November 12, 2013; and WHEREAS, on November 12, 2013 the Grand Island City Council referred such study to the Hall County Regional Planning Commission for review and recommendation; and WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval of such study at its December 4, 2013 meeting; and WHEREAS, a public hearing to consider approval of a Blighted and Substandard designation was held on January 14, 2014. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Blight and Substandard Study for Redevelopment Area No. 15 as identified above is hereby approved, and those areas identified in said study are declared to be blighted and substandard and in need of redevelopment as contemplated in the Community Development law. - - - Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 14, 2014. _______________________________________ Jay Vavricek, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ RaNae Edwards, City Clerk Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 146 / 147 City of Grand Island Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Council Session Item J-1 Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of December 31, 2013 through January 14, 2014 The Claims for the period of December 31, 2013 through January 14, 2013 for a total amount of $5,542,093.59. A MOTION is in order. Staff Contact: Jaye Monter, Finance Director Grand Island Council Session - 1/14/2014 Page 147 / 147