03-24-2015 City Council Regular Meeting Packet
City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session Packet
City Council:
Linna Dee Donaldson
Michelle Fitzke
Chuck Haase
Julie Hehnke
Jeremy Jones
Vaughn Minton
Mitchell Nickerson
Mike Paulick
Roger Steele
Mark Stelk
Mayor:
Jeremy L. Jensen
City Administrator:
Marlan Ferguson
City Clerk:
RaNae Edwards
7:00 PM
Council Chambers - City Hall
100 East 1st Street
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City of Grand Island Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Call to Order
This is an open meeting of the Grand Island City Council. The City of Grand Island abides by the Open
Meetings Act in conducting business. A copy of the Open Meetings Act is displayed in the back of this room
as required by state law.
The City Council may vote to go into Closed Session on any agenda item as allowed by state law.
Invocation - Pastor Michael Reiners, Pease Lutheran Church, 1710 N. North
Road
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
A - SUBMITTAL OF REQUESTS FOR FUTURE ITEMS
Individuals who have appropriate items for City Council consideration should complete the Request for
Future Agenda Items form located at the Information Booth. If the issue can be handled administratively
without Council action, notification will be provided. If the item is scheduled for a meeting or study
session, notification of the date will be given.
B - RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
This is an opportunity for individuals wishing to provide input on any of tonight's agenda items to reserve
time to speak. Please come forward, state your name and address, and the Agenda topic on which you will
be speaking.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item C-1
Recognition of Robert Holmes, Computer Programmer with the
Finance Department for 45 Years of Service with the City of Grand
Island
The Mayor and City Council will recognize Robert Holmes, Computer Programmer with the Finance
Department for 45 years of service with the City of Grand Island. Mr. Holmes was hired on March 9,
1970 as an Accountant. He was promoted to Business Manager on December 1, 1972, then to Data
Processing Operations Manager on July, 14, 1980, and to Director of Data Processing on August 1,
1990. He was reclassified to his current position of Computer Programmer-AS400 on October 6, 2003.
We congratulate Mr. Holmes on his dedicated service to the City for the past 45 years.
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item E-1
Public Hearing on Request to Rezone Property Located at 3721
West Capital Avenue from RD Residential Development and R1
Suburban Residential to RD Residential Development (SB
Communities, LLC)
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Regional Planning Commission
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:To Rezone Properties from RD Residential Development
Zone & R1 Suburban Residential Zone to RD Residential
Zone
Item #’s:E-1 & F-3
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
An application has been made to rezone 15.10 acres south of Capital Avenue and west of
the Moore’s Creek Drainway from RD Residential Office and R1 Suburban Density
Residential to RD Residential Development Zone. The developers have built five 30 unit
three story apartment buildings on the east end of the site and have approval to build an
additional five 30 unit buildings but would like to change the plan to add additional
property to the west side of the development and change the configuration to one 60 unit
building (actually this is 2 of the 30 unit buildings with an elevator in between sides of
the building) and eight 10 unit apartment buildings along with 2 detached garage units
with 6 and 9 spaces respectively. A club house and pool area was built with the first
phase that will be accessible to the residents in these new units.
Discussion
At the regular meeting of the Regional Planning Commission, held March 4, 2015 the
above item was considered following a public hearing.
O’Neill opened the Public Hearing.
Nabity explained the rezone request. The request is to reduce the
number of units but to also increasing the number of buildings. To
make this work they did have to acquire additional property.
O’Neill closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Haskins and to approve the rezone. Motion was
seconded by Bredthauer to approve the Rezone from RD Residential
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Office and R1 Suburban Density Residential to RD Residential
Development Zone
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present and 8
voting in favor (Bredthauer, Ruge, Maurer, Robb, Heckman, Haskins, Huismann
and O’Neill) and no one abstaining.
The memo sent to the planning commission with staff recommendation is
attached for review by Council.
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 development plan as presented.
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City of Grand Island
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Council Session
Item E-2
Public Hearing on Request to Rezone Property Located North of
State Street and East of US Highway 281 from CD Commercial
Development to Amended CD Commercial Development (EIG
Grand Island, LLC)
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Regional Planning Commission
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:To Rezone Properties from CD Commercial
Development to Amended Commercial Development
Zone
Item #’s:E-2 & F-4
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
A request to change zoning for property described as Lot 1 Grand Island Mall 16th, also
known as 3416, 3420, 3430 and 3436 W State Street, Grand Island NE, from CD
Commercial Development to Amended CD Commercial Development Zone.
This proposed development would allow 1 additional building at the south end of lot 2
just east of the driveway. No new access drives are being requested or would be approved
with this plan. The CD Zone allows for up to 30% of the property to be covered with
buildings. The proposed coverage within this development at full development as shown
is under 24%, well below the maximum coverage.
Discussion
At the regular meeting of the Regional Planning Commission, held March 4, 2015 the
above item was considered following a public hearing.
O’Neill opened the Public Hearing.
Nabity explained the rezone request and noted this was consistent
with the comprehensive plan.
O’Neill closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Bredthauer and to approve the rezone. Motion was
seconded by Heckman to approve the Rezone from CD – Commercial
Redevelopment Zone to Amended CD – Commercial Redevelopment
Zone.
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A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present and 8
voting in favor (Bredthauer, O’Neill, Ruge, Maurer, Robb, Heckman, Haskins and
Huismann) and no member abstaining.
The memo sent to the planning commission with staff recommendation is attached for
review by Council.
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 development plan as presented.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item E-3
Public Hearing on Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for
CRA Area 2 for Site Specific Redevelopment Plan Located at 1616
S. Eddy Street
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, AICP
Meeting:March 24, 2014
Subject:Amendment to Redevelopment Plan for CRA Area #2
Item #’s:E-3 & I-2
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, AICP CRA Director
Background
In 1999, the Grand Island City Council declared property referred to as CRA Area #2 as
blighted and substandard and approved a generalized redevelopment plan for the
property. The generalized redevelopment plan authorized the use of Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) for the acquisition of property, redevelopment of property, site
preparation including demolition, landscaping and parking. TIF can also be used for
improvements to and expansion of existing infrastructure including but not limited to:
streets, water, sewer, drainage.
TC Enck Builders Inc. as the developer has submitted a proposed amendment to the
redevelopment plan that would provide for site acquisition, necessary clearance, utility
extensions and planning activities and the subsequent construction of a duplex housing
unit at 1616 S Eddy Street in Grand Island, Nebraska, Lot 3 of Mehring and Kelly
Subdivision in the City of Grand Island.
The CRA reviewed the proposed development plan on February 11, 2015 and forwarded
it to the Hall County Regional Planning Commission for recommendation at their
meeting on March 4, 2015. The CRA also sent notification to the City Clerk of their
intent to enter into a redevelopment contract for this project pending Council approval of
the plan amendment.
The Hall County Regional Planning Commission held a public hearing on the plan
amendment at a meeting on March 5, 2015. The Planning Commission approved
Resolution 2015-03 in support of the proposed amendment, declaring the proposed
amendment to be consistent with the Comprehensive Development Plan for the City of
Grand Island.
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Discussion
Tonight, Council will hold a public hearing to take testimony on the proposed plan
amendment (including the cost benefit analysis that was performed regarding this
proposed project) and to enter into the record a copy of the plan amendment, the draft
TIF contract under consideration by the CRA.
Council is being asked to approve a resolution approving the cost benefit analysis as
presented in the redevelopment plan along with the amended redevelopment plan for
CRA Area #2 and authorizes the CRA to execute a contract for TIF based on the plan
amendment. The redevelopment plan amendment permits site acquisition, site work,
clearance and extension of utilities and subsequent construction of a duplex at 1616 S
Eddy Street in Grand Island, Nebraska. The cost benefit analysis included in the plan
finds that this project meets the statutory requirements for as eligible TIF project and that
it will not negatively impact existing services within the community or shift additional
costs onto the current residents of Grand Island and the impacted school districts. There
are $38,000 of identified expenses eligible for Tax increment financing with the proposed
redevelopment plan amendment it is anticipated that this project will generate $49,700
worth of increment over 15 years so it should pay off prior to the expiration of the bond.
The bond for this project will be issued for a period of 15 years and will end upon final
payment of the bond principal and any associated interest.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve the resolution
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
The CRA and Hall County Regional Planning Commission recommend that the Council
approve the Resolution necessary for the adoption and implementation of this plan.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution as submitted.
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Redevelopment Plan Amendment
Grand Island CRA Area 2
February 2015
The Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) of the City of Grand Island
intends to amend the Redevelopment Plan for Area 2 within the city, pursuant to
the Nebraska Community Development Law (the “Act”) and provide for the
financing of a specific housing related project in Area 2.
Executive Summary:
Project Description
THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AT 1616 S. EDDY STREET AND THE
SUBSEQUENT SITE WORK, UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS, ENGINEERING,
LANDSCAPING AND PARKING IMPROVEMENTS NECESSARY FOR
REBUILDING A DUPLEX AT THIS LOCATION.
The use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to aid in the acquisition of property, necessary
site work and installation of public utilities and utility connections necessary to develop
this site. The use of TIF makes it feasible to complete the proposed project within the
timeline presented. This project could not be completed without the use of TIF.
The acquisition, site work and construction of all improvements will be paid for by the
developer. The developer is responsible for and has provided evidence that they can
secure adequate debt financing to cover the costs associated with the acquisition, site
work and remodeling. The Grand Island Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA)
intends to pledge the ad valorem taxes generated over the 15 year period beginning
January 1, 2016 towards the allowable costs and associated financing for the acquisition
and site work.
TAX INCREMENT FINANCING TO PAY FOR THE ACQUISTION OF THE
PROPERTY AND RELATED SITE WORK WILL COME FROM THE
FOLLOWING REAL PROPERTY:
Property Description (the “Redevelopment Project Area”)
This property is located north of Delta Street west of Eddy Street in south central Grand
Island, the attached map identifies the subject property and the surrounding land uses:
Legal Description Lot 3 of Mehring & Kelly Subdivision
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The tax increment will be captured for the tax years the payments for which become
delinquent in years 2017 through or 30 inclusive.
The real property ad valorem taxes on the current valuation will continue to be paid
to the normal taxing entities. The increase will come from the construction of new
commercial space on this property.
Statutory Pledge of Taxes.
Pursuant to Section 18-2147 of the Act, any ad valorem tax levied upon real property in
the Redevelopment Project Area shall be divided, for the period not to exceed 15 years
after the effective date of the provision, which effective date shall be January 1, 2016.
Said taxes shall be divided as follows:
a. That portion of the ad valorem tax which is produced by levy at the rate
fixed each year by or for each public body upon the redevelopment project valuation shall
be paid into the funds, of each such public body in the same proportion as all other taxes
collected by or for the bodies; and
b. That portion of the ad valorem tax on real property in the
redevelopment project in excess of such amount, if any, shall be allocated to and, when
collected, paid into a special fund of the Authority to pay the principal of; the interest on,
and any premiums due in connection with the bonds, loans, notes, or advances on money
to, or indebtedness incurred by, whether funded, refunded, assumed, or otherwise, such
Authority for financing or refinancing, in whole or in part, a redevelopment project.
When such bonds, loans, notes, advances of money, or indebtedness including interest
and premium due have been paid, the Authority shall so notify the County Assessor and
County Treasurer and all ad valorem taxes upon real property in such redevelopment
project shall be paid into the funds of the respective public bodies.
Pursuant to Section 18-2150 of the Act, the ad valorem tax so divided is hereby pledged
to the repayment of loans or advances of money, or the incurring of any indebtedness,
whether funded, refunded, assumed, or otherwise, by the CRA to finance or refinance, in
whole or in part, the redevelopment project, including the payment of the principal of,
premium, if any, and interest on such bonds, loans, notes, advances, or indebtedness.
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Redevelopment Plan Amendment Complies with the Act:
The Community Development Law requires that a Redevelopment Plan and Project
consider and comply with a number of requirements. This Plan Amendment meets the
statutory qualifications as set forth below.
1. The Redevelopment Project Area has been declared blighted and substandard by
action of the Grand Island City Council on September 13, 1999.[§18-2109] Such
declaration was made after a public hearing with full compliance with the public
notice requirements of §18-2115 of the Act.
2. Conformation to the General Plan for the Municipality as a whole. [§18-2103 (13)
(a) and §18-2110]
Grand Island adopted a Comprehensive Plan on July 13, 2004. This redevelopment plan
amendment and project are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, in that no changes in
the Comprehensive Plan elements are intended. This plan merely provides funding for
the developer to acquire the necessary property and provide the necessary site work for
the construction of a permitted use on this property.
3. The Redevelopment Plan must be sufficiently complete to address the following
items: [§18-2103(13) (b)]
a. Land Acquisition:
The Redevelopment Plan for Area 2 provides for real property acquisition and this plan
amendment does not prohibit such acquisition. There is no proposed acquisition by the
authority. The applicant will be acquiring the property from the current owner.
b. Demolition and Removal of Structures:
The project to be implemented with this plan will not require demolition of any existing
structures.
c. Future Land Use Plan
See the attached map from the 2004 Grand Island Comprehensive Plan. The site is
planned for commercial development which also permits residential development
consistent with the neighborhood at a density lower than the proposed use of a duplex at
this site. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111] The attached map also is an accurate site plan of
the area after redevelopment. [§18-2111(5)]
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City of Grand Island Future Land Use Map
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d. Changes to zoning, street layouts and grades or building codes or ordinances or
other Planning changes.
The area is zoned R4 High Density Residential zone. No zoning changes are anticipated
with this project. No changes are anticipated in street layouts or grades. No changes are
anticipated in building codes or ordinances. Nor are any other planning changes
contemplated. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111]
e. Site Coverage and Intensity of Use
The developer is proposing to build a duplex on this lot. The proposed units including
the attached garages will cover about 2,400 square feet, well within the allowable
coverage. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111]
f. Additional Public Facilities or Utilities
Sewer and water are available to support this development. Connections for water and
sewer will have to be extended to serve this lot. The lack of available connections and
cost to install those is one of the primary reasons for requesting TIF for this development.
No other utilities would be impacted by the development.
The developer will be responsible for replacing any sidewalks damaged during
construction of the project.
No other utilities would be impacted by the development. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111]
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4. The Act requires a Redevelopment Plan provide for relocation of individuals and
families displaced as a result of plan implementation. This amendment does not
provide for acquisition of any residences and therefore, no relocation is
contemplated. [§18-2103.02]
5. No member of the Authority, nor any employee thereof holds any interest in any
property in this Redevelopment Project Area. [§18-2106]
6. Section 18-2114 of the Act requires that the Authority consider:
a. Method and cost of acquisition and preparation for redevelopment and estimated
proceeds from disposal to redevelopers.
The developer is proposing to purchase this property for redevelopment for $20,000
provided that TIF is available for the project as defined. The cost of property acquisition
is being included as a TIF eligible expense. Costs for site preparation, utility extensions,
building plan and up front financing costs at $15,230 and are included as a TIF eligible
expense. An additional $2,750 of expenses for legal work, fees and financial tracking of
this project are also included as eligible expenses for a total TIF request of $37,983 It is
estimated based on the proposed increased valuation of $160,000 will result in $49,700 of
increment generated over a 15 year period more than the allowable expenses for this
project. It is anticipated that the debt for this project would be paid off in 12 years.
No property will be transferred to redevelopers by the Authority. The developer will
provide and secure all necessary financing.
b. Statement of proposed method of financing the redevelopment project.
The developer will provide all necessary financing for the project. The Authority will
assist the project by granting the sum of $37,983 from the proceeds of the TIF
Indebtedness issued by the Authority. This indebtedness will be repaid from the Tax
Increment Revenues generated from the project. TIF revenues shall be made available to
repay the original debt and associated interest after January 1, 2016 through December
2030.
c. Statement of feasible method of relocating displaced families.
No families will be displaced as a result of this plan.
7. Section 18-2113 of the Act requires:
Prior to recommending a redevelopment plan to the governing body for approval, an
authority shall consider whether the proposed land uses and building requirements in the
redevelopment project area are designed with the general purpose of accomplishing, in
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conformance with the general plan, a coordinated, adjusted, and harmonious development
of the city and its environs which will, in accordance with present and future needs,
promote health, safety, morals, order, convenience, prosperity, and the general welfare, as
well as efficiency and economy in the process of development, including, among other
things, adequate provision for traffic, vehicular parking, the promotion of safety from
fire, panic, and other dangers, adequate provision for light and air, the promotion of the
healthful and convenient distribution of population, the provision of adequate
transportation, water, sewerage, and other public utilities, schools, parks, recreational and
community facilities, and other public requirements, the promotion of sound design and
arrangement, the wise and efficient expenditure of public funds, and the prevention of the
recurrence of insanitary or unsafe dwelling accommodations or conditions of blight.
The Authority has considered these elements in proposing this Plan Amendment. This
amendment, in and of itself will promote consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, in
that it will allow for the utilization of vacant property at this location. This lot is
surrounded by similar and higher density residential units. The cost to provide utilities to
this lot has kept it from developing. This will not increase traffic in the area. New
residential development will raise property values and provide a stimulus to keep
surrounding properties properly maintained. This will have the intended result of
preventing recurring elements of unsafe buildings and blighting conditions.
8. Time Frame for Development
Development of this project is anticipated to be completed between September of 2015
and September of 2016. Excess valuation should be available for this project for 15 years
beginning with the 2016 tax year.
9. Justification of Project
The City of Grand Island is in need of additional housing units and use and reuse of
existing lots is one strategy identified in the 2014 Housing Study. This is infill
development in an area with all city services available. This project does not propose to
tear down any buildings with historic value.
10. Cost Benefit Analysis Section 18-2113 of the Act, further requires the Authority
conduct a cost benefit analysis of the plan amendment in the event that Tax Increment
Financing will be used. This analysis must address specific statutory issues.
As authorized in the Nebraska Community Development Law, §18-2147, Neb. Rev. Stat.
(2012), the City of Grand Island has analyzed the costs and benefits of the proposed
AWG-Skagway North Redevelopment Project, including:
Project Sources and Uses. Approximately $38,000 in public funds from tax increment
financing provided by the Grand Island Community Redevelopment Authority will be
required to complete the project. This investment by the Authority will leverage$163,115
in private sector financing; a private investment of $4.1 for every TIF dollar investment.
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Use of Funds.
Description TIF Funds Private Funds Total
Site Acquisition $20,000 $20,000
Site preparation $7,583 $7,583
Utilities $4,700 $4,700
Legal and Plan $5,700 $5,700
Building Costs $163,115 $163,115
Soft Costs
TOTALS $37,983 $163,115 $201,098
Tax Revenue. The property to be redeveloped is has a January 1, 2015, valuation of
approximately $9,460. Based on the 2014 levy this would result in a real property tax of
approximately $208. It is anticipated that the assessed value will increase by $150,540 upon full
completion, as a result of the site redevelopment. This development will result in an estimated
tax increase of over $3,314 annually resulting in $49,700 of increment over the 15 year period.
The tax increment gained from this Redevelopment Project Area would not be available for use
as city general tax revenues, for a period of 15 years, or such shorter time as may be required to
amortize the TIF bond, but would be used for eligible private redevelopment costs to enable this
project to be realized.
Estimated 2014 assessed value:$ 9,460.00
Estimated value after completion $ 160,000.00
Increment value $ 150,540.00
Annual TIF generated (estimated)$ 3,314.00
TIF bond issue $ 38,000.00
(a) Tax shifts resulting from the approval of the use of Tax Increment Financing;
The redevelopment project area currently has an estimated valuation of $9,460. The
proposed extension of utilities and construction of a duplex at this location will result in
an additional $160,000 of taxable valuation based on valuations of similar properties. No
tax shifts are anticipated from the project. The project creates additional valuation that
will support taxing entities long after the project is paid off. The project will not add any
tax burdens to taxing entities. Therefor no tax shifts will occur.
(b) Public infrastructure and community public service needs impacts and local tax
impacts arising from the approval of the redevelopment project;
No additional public service needs have been identified. Existing water and waste
water facilities will not be impacted by this development. The electric utility has
sufficient capacity to support the development. It is not anticipated that this will impact
schools. Fire and police protection are available and should not be impacted by this
development.
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(c) Impacts on employers and employees of firms locating or expanding within the
boundaries of the area of the redevelopment project;
This project will not impact employers or employees in the area directly. This project
will provide housing for persons employed in and around Grand Island. National
estimates from the Homebuilders Association show that building a single family house is
adds 2.5 full time equivalent jobs to the overall employment in a community.
(d) Impacts on other employers and employees within the city or village and the
immediate area that are located outside of the boundaries of the area of the
redevelopment project; and
No impacts are anticipated outside of the city or immediate area to total employment
from this project other than the incremental increase due to the construction.
(e) Any other impacts determined by the authority to be relevant to the
consideration of costs and benefits arising from the redevelopment project.
This project will utilize a piece of property in the Grand Island City Limits that has been
vacant for at least 35 years. The level of development proposed is of a density similar to
or lower than the neighboring properties. This will create 2 additional housing units at a
time when studies show the City is in need of more than 1,700 additional housing units.
These units will be created in an area the will have a new elementary school and should
not negatively impact school populations.
Time Frame for Development
Development of this project is anticipated to be completed during between September
2015 and September of 2016. The base tax year should be calculated on the value of the
property as of January 1, 2015. Excess valuation should be available for this project for
15 years beginning with the 2016 tax year. Excess valuation will be used to pay the TIF
Indebtedness issued by the CRA per the contract between the CRA and the developer for
a period not to exceed 15 years or an amount not to exceed $38,000 the projected amount
of the eligible expenses for this project. Based on the purchase price of the property and
estimates of the expenses of renovation activities and associated engineering fees, the
developer will spend more than $38,000 on TIF eligible activities.
See Attached Site Plan
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T.C. Enck Builders/1616 S Eddy
REDEVELOPMENT CONTRACT
This Redevelopment Contract is made and entered into as of the _______ day of
___________, 2015, by and between the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of
Grand Island, Nebraska ("Authority"), and T.C. Enck Builders, Inc., a Nebraska corporation
("Redeveloper").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska (the "City'), in furtherance of the
purposes and pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of Article VIII of the Nebraska
Constitution and Sections 18-2101 through 18-2154, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska,
2012, as amended (collectively the "Act"), has designated an area within the City as blighted and
substandard;
WHEREAS, the Authority has adopted, after approval by the Mayor and Council of the City,
that redevelopment plan amendment entitled “Redevelopment Plan Amendment
Grand Island CRA Area 2 (the "Redevelopment Plan");
WHEREAS, Authority and Redeveloper desire to enter into this Redevelopment Contract
in order to implement the Redevelopment Plan and provide for the redevelopment of lots and
lands located in a blighted and substandard area;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein set
forth, Authority and Redeveloper do hereby covenant, agree and bind themselves as follows:
ARTICLE I
DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION
Section 1.01 Terms Defined in this Redevelopment Contract.
Unless the context otherwise requires, the following terms shall have the following
meanings for all purposes of this Redevelopment Contract, such definitions to be equally
applicable to both the singular and plural forms and masculine, feminine and neuter gender of
any of the terms defined:
"Act" means Section 12 of Article VIII of the Nebraska Constitution, Sections 18-2101
through 18-2154, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, 2012, as amended, and acts amendatory
thereof and supplemental thereto.
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T.C. Enck Builders/1616 S Eddy
"Authority" means the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska.
"City" means the City of Grand Island, Nebraska.
"Governing Body" means the Mayor and City Council of the City.
"Holder(s)" means the registered owner or owners of Indebtedness issued by the Authority
from time to time outstanding.
"Indebtedness" means any notes, loans, and advances of money or other indebtedness,
including interest and premium, if any, thereon, incurred by the Authority pursuant to the
Resolution and Article III hereof to provide financing for a portion of the Project Costs and
secured in whole or in part by TIF Revenues. The Indebtedness as initially issued by the
Authority shall consist of the Authority's Tax Increment Development Revenue Note (T.C. Enck
Builders Development Project), Series 2015, to be issued in an amount not to exceed $37,983.00 in
substantially the form set forth on Exhibit C and purchased by the Redeveloper as set forth in
Section 3.04 of this Redevelopment Contract.
"Liquidated Damages Amount' means the amounts to be repaid to Authority by
Redeveloper pursuant to Section 6.02 of this Redevelopment Contract.
"Project" means the improvements to the Redevelopment Project Area, as further
described in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference and, as used herein,
shall include the Redevelopment Project Property and additions and improvements thereto. The
Project shall include Project site acquisition costs, all improvements related to Project public
infrastructure costs, site preparation costs, utility extensions and costs of the Authority for legal
and plan preparation, all as described in Section 3.04 of this Redevelopment Contract.
"Project Cost Certification" means a statement prepared and signed by the Redeveloper
verifying the Redeveloper has become legally obligated for the payment of Project Costs
identified on Exhibit D.
"Project Costs" means only costs or expenses incurred by Redeveloper for the purposes
set forth in §l8-2103(12)(a) through (f), inclusive, including the providing for such costs by the
exercise of the powers set forth in §18-2107(4) of the Act, all as identified on Exhibit D.
"Redeveloper" means T.C. Enck Builders, Inc., a Nebraska corporation.
"Redevelopment Project Area" means that certain real property situated in the City of
Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska which has been declared blighted and substandard by the
City pursuant to the Act, and which is more particularly described on Exhibit A attached hereto
and incorporated herein by this reference. All such legal descriptions are subject to change based
upon any re-platting requested by the Redeveloper and approved by the City.
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"Redevelopment Project Property" means all of the Redevelopment Project Area which is
the site for the improvements constituting the Project, as more particularly described on Exhibit
A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
"Redevelopment Contract" means this redevelopment contract between the Authority and
Redeveloper with respect to the Project.
"Redevelopment Plan" means the Redevelopment Plan Amendment (also defined in the
recitals hereto) for the Redevelopment Project Area related to the Project, as attached hereto as
Exhibit B, prepared by the Authority, approved by the City and adopted by the Authority
pursuant to the Act.
"Resolution" means the Resolution of the Authority authorizing the issuance of the
Indebtedness, as supplemented from time to time, and also approving this Redevelopment
Contract.
"TIF Revenues" means incremental ad valorem taxes generated on the Redevelopment
Project Property by the Project which are to be allocated to and paid to the Authority pursuant to
the Act.
Section 1.02 Construction and Interpretation.
The provisions of this Redevelopment Contract shall be construed and interpreted in
accordance with the following provisions:
(a)Whenever in this Redevelopment Contract it is provided that any person may
do or perform any act or thing the word “may" shall be deemed permissive and not
mandatory and it shall be construed that such person shall have the right, but shall not be
obligated, to do and perform any such act or thing.
(b)The phrase "at any time" shall be construed as meaning at any time or from
time to time.
(c)The word "including" shall be construed as meaning "including, but not
limited to."
(d)The words "will" and "shall" shall each be construed as mandatory.
(e)The words "herein," "hereof," "hereunder", "hereinafter" and words of
similar import shall refer to the Redevelopment Contract as a whole rather than to any
particular paragraph, section or subsection, unless the context specifically refers thereto.
(f)Forms of words in the singular, plural, masculine, feminine or neuter shall be
construed to include the other forms as the context may require.
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(g)The captions to the sections of this Redevelopment Contract are for
convenience only and shall not be deemed part of the text of the respective sections and
shall not vary by implication or otherwise any of the provisions hereof.
ARTICLE II
FINDINGS AND REPRESENTATIONS
Section 2.01 Findings of Authority.
The Authority makes the following findings:
(a)The Authority is a duly organized and validly existing community
Redevelopment Authority under the Act.
(b)The Redevelopment Plan has been duly approved by the City and adopted by
the Authority pursuant to Sections 18-2109 through 18-2117 of the Act.
(c)The Authority deems it to be in the public interest and in furtherance of the
purposes of the Act to accept the proposal submitted by Redeveloper as specified herein.
(d)The Redevelopment Project is expected to achieve the public purposes of the
Act by among other things, increasing employment, improving public infrastructure,
increasing the tax base, and lessening blighted and substandard conditions in the
Redevelopment Project Area and other purposes set forth in the Act.
(e)(1) The Redevelopment Plan is feasible and in conformity with the general
plan for the development of the City as a whole and the Redevelopment Plan is in
conformity with the legislative declarations and determinations set forth in the Act, and
(2) Based solely on representations made by the Redeveloper:
(i)the Project would not be economically feasible without the use of
tax-increment financing, and
(ii)the Project would not occur in the Redevelopment Project Area
without the use of tax-increment financing.
(f) The Authority has determined that the costs and benefits of the Project,
including costs and benefits to other affected political subdivisions, the economy of the
community, and the demand for public and private services have been analyzed by the
Authority and have been found to be in the long-term best interest of the community
impacted by the Project.
(g) The Authority has determined that the proposed land uses and building
requirements in the Redevelopment Area are designed with the general purpose of
accomplishing, in conformance with the general plan, a coordinated, adjusted, and
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harmonious development of the City and its environs which will, in accordance with
present and future needs, promote health, safety, morals, order, convenience, prosperity,
and the general welfare, as well as efficiency and economy in the process of development:
including, among other things, adequate provision for traffic, vehicular parking, the
promotion of safety from fire, panic, and other dangers, adequate provision for light and
air, the promotion of the healthful and convenient distribution of population, the provision
of adequate transportation, water, sewerage and other public utilities, schools, parks,
recreational and community facilities, and other public requirements, the promotion of
sound design and arrangement, the wise and efficient expenditure of public funds, and the
prevention of the recurrence of insanitary or unsafe dwelling accommodations, or
conditions of blight.
Section 2.02 Representations of Redeveloper.
The Redeveloper makes the following representations:
(a)The Redeveloper is a Nebraska corporation, having the power to enter into
this Redevelopment Contract and perform all obligations contained herein and by proper
action has been duly authorized to execute and deliver this Redevelopment Contract.
Prior to the execution and delivery of this Redevelopment Contract, the Redeveloper has
delivered to the Authority a certificate of good standing, a certified copy of the
Redeveloper's by-laws and a certified copy of the resolution or resolutions authorizing the
execution and delivery of this Redevelopment Contract.
(b)The execution and delivery of this Redevelopment Contract and the
consummation of the transactions herein contemplated will not conflict with or constitute
a breach of or default under any debenture, note or other evidence of indebtedness or any
contract, loan agreement or lease to which Redeveloper is a party or by which it is bound,
or result in the creation or imposition of any lien, charge or encumbrance of any nature
upon any of the property or assets of the Redeveloper contrary to the terms of any
instrument or agreement.
(c)There is no litigation pending or to the best of its knowledge threatened
against Redeveloper affecting its ability to carry out the acquisition, construction,
equipping and furnishing of the Project or the carrying into effect of this Redevelopment
Contract or in any other matter materially affecting the ability to Redeveloper to perform
its obligations hereunder.
(d)The Project would not be economically feasible without the use of tax
increment financing.
(e)The Project would not occur in the Redevelopment Project Area without the
use of tax-increment financing.
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ARTICLE III
OBLIGATIONS OF THE AUTHORITY
Section 3.01 Division of Taxes.
In accordance with Section 18-2147 of the Act and the terms of the Resolution, the
Authority hereby provides that any ad valorem tax on any Lot or Lots located in the
Redevelopment Project Area for the benefit of any public body be divided for a period of fifteen
years after the effective date (the “Effective Date”), as described in Section 18-2147 (1) of the
Act, which Effective Date shall be the January 1, 2016. Said taxes shall be divided as follows:
(a)That portion of the ad valorem tax on the real estate located in the
Redevelopment Project Area which is produced by levy at the rate fixed each year by or
for each public body upon the "redevelopment project valuation" (as defined in the Act)
of the Redevelopment Project Area shall be paid into the funds of each such public body
in the same proportion as all other taxes collected by or for the bodies; and
(b)That portion of the ad valorem tax on real property in the Redevelopment
Project Area in excess of such amount (the "Incremental Ad Valorem Tax"), if any, shall
be allocated to, is pledged to, and, when collected, paid into a special fund of the
Authority (designated in the Resolution as the "Note Fund") to pay the principal of, the
interest on, and any premium due in connection with the Indebtedness. When such
Indebtedness, including interest and premium due have been paid, the Authority shall so
notify the County Assessor and County Treasurer and all ad valorem taxes upon real
property in such Phase shall be paid into the funds of the respective public bodies.
Section 3.02 Issuance of Indebtedness
The Authority shall authorize the issuance of the Indebtedness in the form and stated
principal amount and bearing interest and being subject to such terms and conditions as are
specified in the Resolution and this Redevelopment Contract; provided, at all times the
maximum amount of the Indebtedness shall be limited to the lesser of (i) the stated face amount
of the Indebtedness, or (ii) the sum of all Project Costs incurred by the Redeveloper as set forth
on Exhibit D. No Indebtedness will be issued until Redeveloper has acquired fee title to the
Redevelopment Project Property and become obligated for construction of the additions and
improvements forming a part of the Project as described in the Plan.
Prior to December 15, 2015, the Authority shall issue one Tax Increment Development
Revenue Note, in one taxable series, in a maximum principal amount of thirty seven thousand
nine hundred eighty three and no/100 Dollars ($37,983), in substantially the form shown on the
attached Exhibit C (“TIF Note”), for net funds available to be purchased by Redeveloper (“TIF
Note Purchaser”), in a written form acceptable to Authority’s attorney, and receive Note
proceeds from the TIF Note Purchaser in said amount. At the option of the Redeveloper, the
Authority shall make a grant to Redeveloper in such amount, and such grant shall offset TIF Note
Purchaser’s obligation to purchase the TIF Note. Subject to the terms of this Agreement and the
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Resolution, the Authority’s Treasurer on behalf of the Authority shall have the authority to
determine the timing of issuing the Indebtedness and all the other necessary details of the
Indebtedness.
The Redeveloper agrees to purchase the Indebtedness at a price equal to the principal
amount thereof, in a private placement satisfactory to the Authority as to its terms and
participants (including any pledgee thereof). Neither the Authority nor the City shall have any
obligation to provide for the sale of the Indebtedness. It is the sole responsibility of the
Redeveloper to affect the sale of the Indebtedness by purchasing the Indebtedness in accordance
with the terms of this Redevelopment Contract and the Resolution. Redeveloper acknowledges
that it is its understanding and the Authority's understanding that interest on the Indebtedness
will be includable in gross income for federal income tax purposes and subject to Nebraska State
income taxation.
Section 3.03 Pledge of Revenues.
Under the terms of the Resolution, the Authority pledges 100% of the available annual
TIF Revenues derived from the Redevelopment Project Property as security for and to provide
payment of the Indebtedness as the same fall due (including payment of any mandatory
redemption amounts set for the Indebtedness in accordance with the terms of the Resolution).
Section 3.04 Purchase and Pledge of Indebtedness/Grant of Net Proceeds of Indebtedness.
The Redeveloper has agreed to purchase the Indebtedness from the Authority for a price
equal to the principal amount thereof, payable as provided in Section 3.02 and this Section 3.04.
The Redevelopment Plan provides for the Redeveloper to receive a grant under this
Redevelopment Contract. In accordance with the terms of the Redevelopment Plan the
Redeveloper is to receive a grant sufficient to pay the costs for reimbursement of site acquisition,
including easements, site preparation costs, public infrastructure costs and utilities including
those items as described on Exhibit D (the "Project Costs"), in the aggregate maximum amount
not to exceed $37,983.00. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the aggregate amount of the
Indebtedness and the grant shall not exceed the amount of Project Costs as certified pursuant to
Section 4.02 of this Redevelopment Contract. Such grant shall be made to the Redeveloper upon
certification of Project Costs as set forth herein and in the Resolution, and payment purchase of
the Indebtedness as provided in Section 3.02, unless Redeveloper elects to offset the payment of
the purchase of the Indebtedness with the grant proceeds as provided herein and in the
Resolution. The Authority shall have no obligation to provide grant funds from any source other
than as set forth in the Resolution and this Redevelopment Contract.
Section 3.05 Creation of Funds.
In the Resolution, the Authority has provided for the creation of the following funds and
accounts which funds shall be held by the Authority separate and apart from all other funds and
moneys of the Authority and the City:
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(a)a special trust fund called the “T.C. Enck Builders Redevelopment Project Note Fund” (the
“Note Fund”). All of the TIF Revenues shall be deposited into the Note Fund. The TIF Revenues
accumulated in the Note Fund shall be used and applied on the Business Day prior to each Interest
Payment Date (i) to make any payments to the City or the Authority as may be required under the
Redevelopment Contract and (ii) to pay principal of or interest on the Note to the extent of any
money then remaining the Note Fund on such Interest Payment Date. Money in the Note Fund shall
be used solely for the purposes described herein and in the Resolution. All Revenues received
through and including December 31, 2030 shall be used solely for the payments required herein and
by the Resolution; and
(b)a special trust fund called the “T.C. Enck Builders Redevelopment Project Fund” (the
“Project Fund”) The Authority shall disburse any money on deposit in the Project Fund from time
to time to pay or as reimbursement for payment made for the Project Costs in each case within 5
Business Days after completion of the steps set forth herein and in the Resolution. If a sufficient
amount to pay a properly completed Disbursement Request (as defined in Section 4.02) is not in the
Project Fund at the time of the receipt by the Authority of such request, the Authority shall notify
the owner of the Note and such owner may deposit an amount sufficient to pay such request with
the Authority for such payment. As set forth in the Resolution, if the Redeveloper is the owner of
the Note and the Redeveloper so elects, the Authority shall make a grant to Redeveloper in the
amount of an approved Disbursement Request; in such event, the approved Disbursement Request
amount shall offset funding of the Note.
ARTICLE IV
OBLIGATIONS OF REDEVELOPER
Section 4.01 Construction of Project; Note; Insurance.
(a) Redeveloper will acquire the Project, demolish structures on the site, prepare the site
for redevelopment, install all required utilities and improvements in the public right-of-way and
construct a residential duplex in accordance with the plans and specifications provided to the
Authority. Redeveloper will coordinate with the City for the City’s design and construction
required for the installation of all public infrastructure improvements and right-of-way
improvements. The Redeveloper shall provide and pay for infrastructure installation.
Redeveloper shall pay for the costs of site acquisition, site preparation, utility extension
and costs of the Authority as set forth on Exhibit D, from the grant provided in Section 3.04
hereof. Redeveloper shall be solely responsible for obtaining all permits and approvals necessary
to acquire, construct and equip the Project. Until construction of the Project has been completed,
Redeveloper shall make reports in such detail and at such times as may be reasonably requested
by the Authority as to the actual progress of Redeveloper with respect to construction of the
Project. Such reports shall include actual expenditures incurred as described on Exhibit D.
(b) Any general contractor chosen by the Redeveloper shall be required to obtain and keep
in force at all times until completion of construction, policies of insurance including coverage for
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contractors' general liability and completed operations and a penal bond as required by the Act or
as is otherwise required by law. The City, the Authority and the Redeveloper shall be named as
additional insureds. Any contractor chosen by the Redeveloper or the Redeveloper itself, as
owner, shall be required to purchase and maintain property insurance upon the Project to the full
insurable value thereof. This insurance shall insure against the perils of fire and extended
coverage and shall include 'All Risk" insurance for physical loss or damage. The contractor with
respect to any specific contract or the Redeveloper shall also carry insurance on all stored
materials. The contractor or the Redeveloper, as the case may be, shall furnish the Authority and
the City with a Certificate of Insurance evidencing policies as required above. Such certificates
shall state that the insurance companies shall give the Authority prior written notice in the event
of cancellation of or material change in any of any of the policies.
(c) Notwithstanding any provision herein to the contrary, in the event Redeveloper has
not acquired fee simple title to the Redevelopment Project Area on or before October 1, 2015,
this Redevelopment Contract shall be null and void and of no force or effect effective as of the
date of execution hereof, and neither party shall have any liability or obligation to the other party
with respect hereto.
(d) The Redeveloper shall provide a payment and performance bond from a bond company
doing business in the state of Nebraska in the total amount of all Redevelopment Project Costs or
such other amount as shall be approved by the Authority. The City and Authority shall be named
as beneficiaries under such bond.
Section 4.02 Cost Certification & Disbursement of Note Proceeds.
Proceeds of the Note may be advanced and disbursed in the manner set forth below:
(a)There shall be submitted to the Authority a grant disbursement request (the
“Disbursement Request”), executed by the Director of the City’s Planning Department and an
authorized representative of the Redeveloper, (i) certifying that a portion of the Project has been
substantially completed and (ii) certifying the actual costs incurred by the Redeveloper in the
completion of such portion of the Project.
(b)If the costs requested for reimbursement under the Disbursement Request are
currently reimbursable under Exhibit D of this Redevelopment Contract and the Community
Redevelopment Law, the Authority shall evidence such allocation in writing and inform the owner
of the Note of any amounts allocated to the Note.
(c)Upon notification from the Authority as described in Section 4.02(b), deposits to the
accounts in the Project Fund may be made from time to time from funds received by the Authority
from the owner of the Note (if other than the Redeveloper) in the amounts necessary to pay amounts
requested in properly completed, signed and approved written Disbursement Requests as described
herein. Such amounts shall be proceeds of the Note and the Treasurer of the Authority shall inform
the Registrar (as defined in the Note Resolution) in writing of the date and amount of such deposits.
At the option of the Redeveloper, if the Redeveloper is the owner of the Note, the Authority shall
make a grant to Redeveloper in the amount of the approved Disbursement Request; in such event,
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the approved Disbursement Request amount shall offset funding of the Note. The Registrar shall
keep and maintain a record of the amounts deposited into the Project Fund from Note proceeds
pursuant to the terms of this Resolution as “Principal Amount Advanced” and shall enter the
aggregate principal amount then Outstanding as the “Cumulative Outstanding Principal Amount” on
its records maintained for the Note. The aggregate amount deposited into the Project Fund from
proceeds of the Note shall not exceed $37,983.00.
Section 4.03 No Discrimination.
Redeveloper agrees and covenants for itself its successors and assigns that it will not
discriminate against any person or group of persons on account of race, sex, color, religion,
national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status or receipt of public assistance in connection
with the Project. Redeveloper, for itself and its successors and assigns, agrees that during the
construction of the Project, Redeveloper will not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, religion, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital
status or receipt of public assistance. Redeveloper will comply with all applicable federal, state
and local laws related to the Project.
Section 4.04 Assignment or Conveyance.
This Redevelopment Contract shall not be assigned by the Redeveloper without the
written consent of the Authority. Such consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Redeveloper
agrees that it shall not convey any Lot or any portion thereof or any structures thereon to any
person or entity that would be exempt from payment of real estate taxes, and that it will not make
application for any structure, or any portion thereof, to be taxed separately from the underlying
land of any Lot.
ARTICLE V
FINANCING REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT; ENCUMBRANCES
Section 5.01 Financing
Redeveloper shall pay all costs related to the redevelopment of the Redevelopment Project
Area and the Redevelopment Project Property which are in excess of the amounts paid from the
proceeds of the grant provided from the proceeds of the Indebtedness and granted to
Redeveloper. Redeveloper shall timely pay all costs, expenses, fees, charges and other amounts
associated with the Project.
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ARTICLE VI
DEFAULT, REMEDIES; INDEMNIFICATION
Section 6.01 General Remedies of Authority and Redeveloper.
Subject to the further provisions of this Article VI, in the event of any failure to perform
or breach of this Redevelopment Contract or any of its terms or conditions, by any party hereto
or any successor to such party, such party, or successor, shall, upon written notice from the other,
proceed immediately to commence such actions as may be reasonably designed to cure or
remedy such failure to perform or breach which cure or remedy shall be accomplished within a
reasonable time by the diligent pursuit of corrective action. In case such action is not taken, or
diligently pursued, or the failure to perform or breach shall not be cured or remedied within a
reasonable time, this Redevelopment Contract shall be in default and the aggrieved party may
institute such proceedings as may be necessary or desirable to enforce its rights under this
Redevelopment Contract, including, but not limited to, proceedings to compel specific
performance by the party failing to perform or in breach of its obligations. The Redeveloper
hereby acknowledges and agrees that the Authority shall have completed its required
performances and satisfied all of its obligations under this Redevelopment Contract upon the
issuance of the Indebtedness and the subsequent payment of grant amounts to the Redeveloper as
set forth in Article III hereof and by complying with the obligations of all Redevelopment
Contract Amendments.
Section 6.02 Additional Remedies of Authority
In the event that (each such event an "event of default"):
(a)the Redeveloper, or its successor in interest, shall fail to commence the
construction of the improvements included in the Project Costs on or before November 1,
2015, or shall abandon construction work related to the Project Costs, once commenced,
for any period of 180 days, excepting delays caused by inclement weather,
(b)the Redeveloper, shall fail to pay real estate taxes or assessments on the
Redevelopment Project Property owned by the Redeveloper or any part thereof when due;
and
(c)there is a violation of any other provision of this Redevelopment Contract,
and such failure or action by the Redeveloper has not been cured within 90 days following
written notice from Authority, then the Redeveloper shall be in default of this
Redevelopment Contract.
In the event of such failure to perform, breach or default occurs and is not cured in the
period herein provided, the parties agree that the damages caused to the Authority would be
difficult to determine with certainty and that a reasonable estimation of the amount of damages
that could be incurred is the amount of the grant to Redeveloper pursuant to Section 3.04 of this
Redevelopment Contract, less any reductions in the principal amount of the Indebtedness, plus
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interest on such amounts as provided herein (the "Liquidated Damages Amount"). Upon the
occurrence of an event of default, the Liquidated Damages Amount shall be paid by Redeveloper
to Authority within 30 days of demand from Authority given to the Redeveloper.
Interest shall accrue on the Liquidated Damages Amount at the rate of three percent (3%)
per annum and interest shall commence from the date that the Authority gives notice to the
Redeveloper demanding payment.
Payment of the Liquidated Damages Amount shall not relieve Redeveloper of its
obligation to pay real estate taxes or assessments with respect to the Redevelopment Project
Property and the Project.
Redeveloper, on or before contracting for work included within the Project Costs, shall
furnish to the Authority copies of labor and materials payment Notes and performance Notes for
each contract entered into by Redeveloper related to Project Costs. Each such Note shall show
the Authority and the City as well as the Redeveloper as beneficiary of any such Note, as and to
the extent commercially obtainable (as determined in the discretion of the Authority). In
addition, the Redeveloper shall provide a penal Note with good and sufficient surety to be
approved by the Authority, conditioned that the Redeveloper shall at all times promptly make
payments of all amounts lawfully due to all persons supplying or furnishing to any contractor or
his or her subcontractors (for each contract entered into by Redeveloper related to Project Costs)
with labor or materials performed or used in the prosecution of the work provided for in such
contract, and will indemnify and save harmless the Authority to the extent of any payments in
connection with the carrying out of such contracts which the Authority may be required to make
under the law.
Section 6.03 Remedies in the Event of Other Redeveloper Defaults.
In the event the Redeveloper fails to perform any other provisions of this Redevelopment
Contract (other than those specific provisions contained in Section 6.02), the Redeveloper shall
be in default. In such an instance, the Authority may seek to enforce the terms of this
Redevelopment Contract or exercise any other remedies that may be provided in this
Redevelopment Contract or by applicable law; provided, however, that any defaults covered by
this Section shall not give rise to a right or rescission on termination of this Redevelopment
Contract, and shall not be covered by the Liquidated Damages Amount.
Section 6.04 Forced Delay Beyond Party's Control.
For the purposes of any of the provisions of this Redevelopment Contract, neither the
Authority nor the Redeveloper, as the case may be, nor any successor in interest, shall be
considered in breach of or default in its obligations with respect to the conveyance or preparation
of the Redevelopment Area or any part thereof for redevelopment, or the beginning and
completion of construction of the Project, or progress in respect thereto, in the event of forced
delay in the performance of such obligations due to unforeseeable causes beyond its control and
without its fault or negligence, including, but not restricted to, acts of God, or of the public
enemy, acts of the Government, acts of the other party, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine
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restrictions, strikes, freight embargoes, and unusually severe weather or delays in subcontractors
due to such causes; it being the purpose and intent of this provision that in the event of the
occurrence of any such forced delay, the time or times for performance of the obligations of the
Authority or of the Redeveloper with respect to construction of the Project, as the case may be,
shall be extended for the period of the forced delay: Provided, that the party seeking the benefit
of the provisions of this section shall, within thirty (30) days after the beginning of any such
forced delay, have first notified the other party thereto in writing, and of the cause or causes
thereof and requested an extension for the period of the forced delay.
Section 6.05 Limitations of Liability; Indemnification.
Notwithstanding anything in this Article VI or this Redevelopment Contract to the
contrary, the City, the Authority, nor their respective elected officials, officers, directors,
appointed officials, employees, attorneys, agents nor their governing bodies shall have any
pecuniary obligation or monetary liability under this Redevelopment Contract. The sole
obligation of the Authority under this Redevelopment Contract shall be the issuance of the
Indebtedness and granting of a portion of the proceeds thereof to Redeveloper, and full
compliance with the terms specifically set forth Article III hereof and payment of TIF Revenues
pledged pursuant to the Resolution. The Redeveloper releases the City and Authority from,
agrees that neither the City nor Authority shall be liable for, and agrees to indemnify and hold
the City and Authority harmless from any liability for any loss or damage to property or any
injury to or death of any person that may be occasioned by any cause whatsoever pertaining to
the Project.
The Redeveloper will indemnify and hold each of the City and Authority and their
respective elected officials, directors, officers, appointed officials, attorneys, agents, employees
and members of their governing bodies free and harmless from any loss, claim, damage, demand,
tax, penalty, liability, disbursement, expense, excluding litigation expenses, attorneys' fees and
expenses, or court costs arising out of any damage or injury, actual or claimed, of whatsoever
kind or character, to property (including loss of use thereof) or persons, occurring or allegedly
occurring in, on or about that portion of the Project owned by the Redeveloper, during the term
of this Redevelopment Contract or arising out of any action or inaction of Redeveloper, related to
activities of the Redeveloper or its agents during the construction of the public infrastructure or
public right of ways in the Project.
ARTICLE VII
MISCELLANEOUS
Section 7.01 Notice Recording.
This Redevelopment Contract or a notice memorandum of this Redevelopment Contract
may be recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska.
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Section 7.02 Governing Law.
This Redevelopment Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of Nebraska,
including but not limited to the Act.
Section 7.03 Binding Effect: Amendment, Assignment.
This Redevelopment Contract shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective
successors and assigns. The Redevelopment Contract shall not be amended except by a writing
signed by the party to be bound. The Redeveloper may assign its rights and obligations to a
controlled entity which shall be bound by all the terms hereof.
Section 7.04 Effective Date and Implementation of Redevelopment Contract.
This Agreement is in full force and effect from and after the date of execution hereof by
both the Redeveloper and the Authority.
Section 7.05 Notices to Parties.
Notices to Parties shall be mailed by U. S. Mail to the following addresses:
Redeveloper:
T.C. Enck Builders, Inc.
4133 Fleetwood Road
Grand Island, NE 68803
Authority and City:
Director
Grand Island Community Redevelopment Authority
Hall County Regional Planning Department
100 E 1st Street
P.O. Box 1968
Grand Island, NE 68802
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Redeveloper have signed this Redevelopment Contract as
of the date and year first above written.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF
ATTEST:GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
____________________________ By:________________________
Secretary Chairman
STATE OF NEBRASKA )
) SS
COUNTY OF HALL )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this __________ ____ day
of________, 2015, by ____________________ and ____________________, Chairman and
Secretary, respectively, of the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska, on behalf of the Authority.
____________________________
Notary Public
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T.C. ENCK BUILDERS, INC.
By:______________________
President
STATE OF ______________)
) SS
COUNTY OF ____________)
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _________ day of ____ _____,
2015, by Todd Enck, President of T.C. Enck Builders, Inc., on behalf of the corporation.
________________________
Notary Public
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EXHIBIT A
DESCRIPTION OF REDEVELOPMENT AREA
Lot 3 of Mehring & Kelly Subdivision, to the City of Grand Island, Hall County,
Nebraska.
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EXHIBIT B
REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
[Attach copy of Redevelopment Plan Amendment]
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EXHIBIT C
(FORM OF NOTE)
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
STATE OF NEBRASKA
COUNTY OF HALL
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
TAX INCREMENT DEVELOPMENT REVENUE NOTE
(T.C. ENCK BUILDERS REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT), SERIES 2015
No. R-1 Up to $37,983.00
(subject to reduction as described herein)
Date of Date of Rate of
Original Issue Maturity Interest
December 31, 2030 0.0%
REGISTERED OWNER:
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT: SEE SCHEDULE 1 ATTACHED HERETO
REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE TO THE FURTHER PROVISIONS OF THE
NOTE SET FORTH ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES, WHICH FURTHER PROVISIONS
SHALL FOR ALL PURPOSES HAVE THE SAME EFFECT AS IF SET FORTH AT
THIS PLACE.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA has caused this Note to
be signed by the manual signature of the Mayor of the City, countersigned by the manual
signature of the Clerk of the City, and the City’s corporate seal imprinted hereon.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF GRAND
ISLAND, NEBRASKA
[S E A L]
By: (manual signature)
Chairman
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By: (manual signature)
Secretary
The COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA (the “Authority”) acknowledges itself indebted to, and for
value received hereby promises to pay, but solely from certain specified tax revenues and other
funds hereinafter specified, to the Registered Owner named above, or registered assigns, on the
Date of Maturity stated above (or earlier as hereinafter referred to), the Principal Amount on
Schedule 1 attached hereto upon presentation and surrender hereof at the office of the registrar
and paying agent herefor, the Treasurer of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska (the “Registrar”),
and in like manner to pay interest on the Cumulative Outstanding Principal Amount reflected in
Schedule 1 at the Rate of Interest stated above, calculated on the basis of a 360-day year
consisting of twelve, 30-day months, from the Date of Original Issue stated above, or the most
recent interest payment date to which interest has been paid or duly provided for, as specified
below, to maturity or earlier redemption, payable semiannually on June 1 and December 1 of
each year until payment in full of such Principal Amount, beginning June 1, 2017, by check or
draft mailed to the Registered Owner hereof as shown on the Note registration books maintained
by the Registrar on the 15th day of the month preceding the month in which the applicable
interest payment date occurs, at such Owner’s address as it appears on such Note registration
books. The principal of this Note and the interest hereon are payable in any coin or currency
which on the respective dates of payment thereof is legal tender for the payment of debts due the
United States of America.
This Note is issued by the Authority under the authority of and in full compliance with the
Constitution and statutes of the State of Nebraska, including particularly Article VIII, Section 12 of
the Nebraska Constitution, Sections 18-2101 to 18-2153, inclusive, Reissue Revised Statutes of
Nebraska, as amended, and under and pursuant to Resolution No. ________ duly passed and
adopted by the Authority on __________ 2015, as from time to time amended and supplemented
(the “Resolution”).
THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THIS NOTE IS SET FORTH IN SCHEDULE 1
ATTACHED HERETO. THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THIS NOTE IS
$37,983.
This Note is a special limited obligation of the Authority payable as to principal and
interest solely from and is secured solely by the Revenue (as defined in the Resolution) and certain
other money, funds and securities pledged under the Resolution, all on the terms and conditions set
forth in the Resolution. The Revenue represents that portion of ad valorem taxes levied by public
bodies of the State of Nebraska, including the City, on real property in the Project Area (as defined
in this Resolution) which is in excess of that portion of such ad valorem taxes produced by the levy
at the rate fixed each year by or for each such public body upon the valuation of the Project Area as
of a certain date and as has been certified by the County Assessor of Hall County, Nebraska to the
City in accordance with law.
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Reference is hereby made to the Resolution for the provisions, among others, with respect
to the collection and disposition of certain tax and other revenues, the special funds charged with
and pledged to the payment of the principal of and interest on this Note, the nature and extent of
the security thereby created, the terms and conditions under which this Note has been issued, the
rights and remedies of the Registered Owner of this Note, and the rights, duties, immunities and
obligations of the City and the Authority. By the acceptance of this Note, the Registered Owner
assents to all of the provisions of the Resolution.
The principal of and interest hereon shall not be payable from the general funds of the City
nor the Authority nor shall this Note constitute a legal or equitable pledge, charge, lien, security
interest or encumbrance upon any of the property or upon any of the income, receipts, or money
and securities of the City or the Authority or of any other party other than those specifically
pledged under the Resolution. This Note is not a debt of the City or the Authority within the
meaning of any constitutional, statutory or charter limitation upon the creation of general
obligation indebtedness of the City or the Authority, and does not impose any general liability
upon the City or the Authority and neither the City nor the Authority shall be liable for the
payment hereof out of any funds of the City or the Authority other than the Revenues and other
funds pledged under the Resolution, which Revenues and other funds have been and hereby are
pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on this Note in accordance with the
provisions of this Resolution.
The Registered Owner may from time to time enter the respective amounts advanced
pursuant to the terms of the Resolution under the column headed “Principal Amount Advanced” on
Schedule 1 hereto (the “Table”) and may enter the aggregate principal amount of this Note then
outstanding under the column headed “Cumulative Outstanding Principal Amount” on the Table.
On each date upon which a portion of the Cumulative Outstanding Principal Amount is paid to the
Registered Owner pursuant to the redemption provisions of the Resolution, the Registered Owner
may enter the principal amount paid on this Note under the column headed “Principal Amount
Redeemed” on the Table and may enter the then outstanding principal amount of this Note under
the column headed “Cumulative Outstanding Principal Amount” on the Table. Notwithstanding
the foregoing, the records maintained by the Trustee as to the principal amount issued and principal
amounts paid on this Note shall be the official records of the Cumulative Outstanding Principal
Amount of this Note for all purposes.
Reference is hereby made to the Resolution, a copy of which is on file in the office of the
City Clerk, and to all of the provisions of which each Owner of this Note by its acceptance hereof
hereby assents, for definitions of terms; the description of and the nature and extent of the security
for this Note; the Revenue and other money and securities pledged to the payment of the principal
of and interest on this Note; the nature and extent and manner of enforcement of the pledge; the
conditions upon which the Resolution may be amended or supplemented with or without the
consent of the Owner of this Note; the rights, duties and obligations of the Authority and the
Registrar thereunder; the terms and provisions upon which the liens, pledges, charges, trusts and
covenants made therein may be discharged at or prior to the maturity or redemption of this Note,
and this Note thereafter no longer be secured by the Resolution or be deemed to be outstanding
thereunder, if money or certain specified securities shall have been deposited with the Registrar
sufficient and held in trust solely for the payment hereof; and for the other terms and provisions
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thereof.
This Note is subject to redemption prior to maturity, at the option of the Authority, in
whole or in part at any time at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount being
redeemed, plus accrued interest on such principal amount to the date fixed for redemption.
Reference is hereby made to the Resolution for a description of the redemption procedures and the
notice requirements pertaining thereto.
In the event this Note is called for prior redemption, notice of such redemption shall be
given by first-class mail to the Registered Owner hereof at its address as shown on the registration
books maintained by the Registrar not less than 10 days prior to the date fixed for redemption,
unless waived by the Registered Owner hereof. If this Note, or any portion thereof, shall have
been duly called for redemption and notice of such redemption duly given as provided, then upon
such redemption date the portion of this Note so redeemed shall become due and payable and if
money for the payment of the portion of the Note so redeemed and the accrued interest thereon to
the date fixed for redemption shall be held for the purpose of such payment by the Registrar,
interest shall cease to accrue and become payable hereon from and after the redemption date.
This Note is transferable by the Registered Owner hereof in person or by its attorney or
legal representative duly authorized in writing at the principal office of the Registrar, but only in
the manner, subject to the limitations and upon payment of the charges provided in the Resolution,
and upon surrender and cancellation of this Note. Upon such transfer, a new Note of the same
series and maturity and for the same principal amount will be issued to the transferee in exchange
therefor. The Authority and the Registrar may deem and treat the Registered Owner hereof as the
absolute owner hereof for the purpose of receiving payment of or on account of principal of and
interest due hereon and for all other purposes.
This Note is being issued as fully a registered Note without coupons. This Note is subject
to exchange as provided in the Resolution.
It is hereby certified, recited and declared that all acts, conditions and things required to
have happened, to exist and to have been performed precedent to and in the issuance of this Note
have happened, do exist and have been performed in regular and due time, form and manner; that
this Note does not exceed any constitutional, statutory or charter limitation on indebtedness; and
that provision has been made for the payment of the principal of and interest on this Note as
provided in this Resolution.
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(FORM OF ASSIGNMENT)
ASSIGNMENT
FOR VALUE RECEIVED, the undersigned hereby sells, assigns and transfers unto
___________________________________________________________________________
Print or Type Name, Address and Social Security Number
or other Taxpayer Identification Number of Transferee
the within Note and all rights thereunder, and hereby irrevocably constitutes and appoints
_______________ agent to transfer the within Note on the Note register kept by the Registrar for
the registration thereof, with full power of substitution in the premises.
Dated: ___________________________________________________
NOTICE: The signature to this Assignment
must correspond with the name of the
Registered Owner as it appears upon the
face of the within Note in every particular.
Signature Guaranteed By:
____________________________________
Name of Eligible Guarantor Institution as
defined by SEC Rule 17 Ad-15 (17 CFR
240.17 Ad-15)
By:________________________________
Title:_______________________________
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SCHEDULE 1
TABLE OF CUMULATIVE OUTSTANDING PRINCIPAL AMOUNT
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
T.C. ENCK BUILDERS REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
TAX INCREMENT DEVELOPMENT REVENUE NOTE, SERIES 2015
Date
Principal
Amount
Advanced
Principal
Amount
Redeemed
Cumulative
Outstanding
Principal
Amount
Notation
Made
By
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Exhibit D
Project Costs
Redevelopment Project Costs
1. Site acquisition $ 20,000
2. Site preparation $ 7,583
3. Utilities $ 4,700
4. Authority legal and fees $ 5,700
TOTAL $ 37,983
*Costs may vary between categories. A shift of costs per category is contemplated and
approved not to exceed the total.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item F-1
#9526 - Consideration of Vacation of Utility Easements Located in
Sterling Estates Second Subdivision (SB Communities, LLC)
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Consideration of Vacation of Utility Easements Located
in Sterling Estates Second Subdivision (SB
Communities, LLC)
Item #’s:F-1
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Utility easements were dedicated with the original Sterling Estates Second Subdivision
plat on August 28, 2012. Such easements are not necessary to accommodate existing or
proposed utilities and vacating them will support the remaining development of Sterling
Estates Second Subdivision.
Discussion
The developer/property owner of Sterling Estates Second Subdivision is requesting to
vacate the originally dedicated easements for this area. There are no utilities currently
within these easements that will be affected by this vacation. The attached sketch details
the referenced easements to be vacated.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council pass an ordinance vacating the
specified easements located in Sterling Estates Second Subdivision.
Sample Motion
Move to pass an ordinance vacating the specified easements.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds
ORDINANCE NO. 9526
An ordinance to vacate existing utility easements and to provide for filing this
ordinance in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska; to repeal any
ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, and to provide for publication and the
effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. That existing utility easements comprising a part of Lots One (1) and Two
(2), Sterling Estates Second Subdivision, in the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, more
particularly described as follows:
A TRACT OF LAND IN PART OF LOT 1, STERLING ESTATES SECOND SUBDIVISION,
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, HALL COUNTY, NEBRASKA AND MORE PARTICULARLY
DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 1; THENCE ON AN
ASSUMED BEARING OF N00o59’26”W, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 1, A
DISTANCE OF 15.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING
N00o59’26”E, ALONG SAID WEST LINE OF LOT 1, A DISTANCE OF 114.00 FEET;
THENCE S89o00’34”E A DISTANCE OF 15.00 FEET; THENCE S00o59’26”W, PARALLEL
TO SAID WEST LINE OF LOT 1, A DISTANCE OF 114.00 FEET; THENCE N89o00’34”W A
DISTANCE OF 15.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID TRACT CONTAINS A
CALCULATED AREA OF 1710 SQUARE FEET OR 0.04 ACRES MORE OR LESS.
AND
A TRACT OF LAND IN PART OF LOT 1, STERLING ESTATES SECOND SUBDIVISION,
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, HALL COUNTY, NEBRASKA AND MORE PARTICULARLY
DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
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ORDINANCE NO. 9526 (Cont.)
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COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 1; THENCE ON AN
ASSUMED BEARING OF N00o59’26”W, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 1, A
DISTANCE OF 159.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING
N00o59’26”E, ALONG SAID WEST LINE OF LOT 1, A DISTANCE OF 173.00 FEET;
THENCE S89o00’34”E A DISTANCE OF 15.00 FEET; THENCE S00o59’26”W, PARALLEL
TO SAID WEST LINE OF LOT 1, A DISTANCE OF 173.00 FEET; THENCE N89o00’34”W A
DISTANCE OF 15.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID TRACT CONTAINS A
CALCULATED AREA OF 2595 SQURAE FEET OR 0.06 ACRES MORE OR LESS.
AND
ALL EASEMENTS IN LOT 2, STERLING ESTATES SECOND SUBDIVISION, CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, HALL COUNTY, NEBRASKA
is hereby vacated. Such easements to be vacated are shown and more particularly described on
Exhibit 2 and 3 attached hereto.
SECTION 2. The title to the property vacated by Section 1 of this ordinance shall
revert to the owner or owners of the real estate upon which the easement is located.
SECTION 3. This ordinance is directed to be filed, with the drawing, in the office
of the Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its
passage and publication, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as
provided by law.
Enacted: March 24, 2015
____________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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2014-2919PROJECT NO:
DRAWN BY:
03/03/15DATE:
LJW
EXHIBIT
FAX 308.384.8752
TEL 308.384.8750
Grand Island, NE 68802-1072
P.O. Box 1072
201 East 2nd StreetEASEMENT
VACATION 2R
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2014-2919PROJECT NO:
DRAWN BY:
03/03/15DATE:
LJW
EXHIBIT
FAX 308.384.8752
TEL 308.384.8750
Grand Island, NE 68802-1072
P.O. Box 1072
201 East 2nd StreetEASEMENT
VACATION 3R
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item F-2
#9527 - Consideration of Creation of Street Improvement District
No. 1262; Sterling Estates 4th Subdivision – Norseman Avenue,
Sunrise Avenue, Monarch Avenue & Ebony Lane
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Consideration of Creation of Street Improvement District
No. 1262; Sterling Estates 4th Subdivision – Norseman
Avenue, Sunrise Avenue, Monarch Avenue & Ebony
Lane
Item #’s:F-2
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Council action is needed to create a Street Improvement District. If the District is created,
a notice will be mailed to all affected property owners and a 20-day protest period will
begin. If the district passes the protest and the Council continues the district, plans will be
prepared. The City will then bid, construct, and levy special assessments for the work.
Discussion
The City and Developer have been in contact regarding this street improvement district
since last year, therefore expenses were planned in the 2014/2015 Capital Improvement
Program budget. This public/private partnership will allow for development of the area,
which consists of a City park with parking, as well as meeting the developer needs.
This project is currently estimated at $650,000.00 and would be assessed to the
subdivision developer, whom has signed the district creation petition form.
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
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4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the creation of Street
Improvement District No. 1262; Sterling Estates 4th Subdivision – Norseman Avenue,
Sunrise Avenue, Monarch Avenue & Ebony Lane.
Sample Motion
Move to approve creation of Street Improvement District No. 1262.
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BLOCK 1
BLOCK 2
BLOCK 3
LOT 10 LOT 9 LOT 8
LOT 7
LOT 6
LOT 5
LOT 4
LOT 3
LOT 16 LOT 15 LOT 13LOT 14 LOT 12 LOT 11 LOT 10
LOT 9
LOT 8
LOT 7
LOT 6
LOT 5
LOT 4
LOT 3
OUTLOT B OUTLOT C
MONARCH AVENUE
SUNRISE AVENUENORSEMAN AVENUEEBONY LANEEBONY LANENORSEMAN AVENUE
LOT 1
LOT 3
LOT 4
LOT 5
LOT 2
BLOCK 3
BLOCK 2
FAX 308.384.8752
TEL 308.384.8750
Grand Island, NE 68802-1072
P.O. Box 1072
201 East 2nd Street
P.O.B.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9527
An ordinance to create Street Improvement District No. 1262; to define the
boundaries of the district; to provide for the improvement of a street within the district by
paving, curbing, guttering, storm drainage, sidewalks, and other incidental work in connection
therewith; to provide for the filing of this ordinance with the Hall County Register of Deeds; and
to provide the publication and effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. Street Improvement District No. 1262 in the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska, is hereby created.
SECTION 2. The properties included in such district shall be as follows:
Owner Legal Description
NIEDFELDT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
PREFERRED, LLC
STERLING ESTATES FOURTH
SUBDIVISION
SECTION 3. The following street in the district shall be improved by paving and
other incidental work in connection therewith:
• THIS SPACE RESERVED FOR REGISTER OF DEEDS •
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ORDINANCE NO. 9527 (Cont.)
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Sterling Estates 4th Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County,
Nebraska.
Said Improvements shall be made in accordance with plans and specifications
approved by the Engineer for the City of Grand Island.
SECTION 4. All improvements shall be made at public cost, but the cost thereof
shall be assessed upon the lots and lands in the district specially benefited thereby as provided by
law.
SECTION 5. This ordinance, with the plat, is hereby directed to be filed in the
office of the Register of Deeds, Hall County, Nebraska.
SECTION 6. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect form and after its
passage and publication, without the plate, as provided by law.
SECTION 7. After passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, without
the plate, notice of the creation of said district shall be published in the Grand Island
Independent, a legal newspaper published and of general circulation in said City, as provided by
law.
Enacted: March 24, 2015
__________________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item F-3
#9528 - Consideration of Request to Rezone Property Located at
3721 West Capital Avenue from RD Residential Development and
R1 Suburban Residential to RD Residential Development (SB
Communities, LLC)
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-1.
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9528
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 Lot
One (1) Sterling Estates Sixth Subdivision in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska,
from RD-Residential Development Zone and R1- Suburban Density Residential to RD-
Residential Development Zone; directing the such zoning change and classification be shown on
the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island; amending the provisions of Section 36-44;
and providing for publication and an effective date of this ordinance.
WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission on March 4, 2015, 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 March 24, 2015, 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 and R1- Suburban Density Residential to RD-
Residential Development Zone:
all of Lot One (1) Sterling Estates Sixth 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.
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ORDINANCE NO. 9528 (Cont.)
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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: March 24, 2015.
____________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item F-4
#9529 - Consideration of Request to Rezone Property Located
North of State Street and East of US Highway 281 from CD
Commercial Development to Amended CD Commercial
Development (EIG Grand Island, LLC)
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-2.
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 18, 2006 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9529
An ordinance rezoning a certain tract of land within the zoning jurisdiction of the City of
Grand Island; amending the Commercial Development district and Final Development Plan for Grand
Island Mall Sixteenth Subdivision (Lots 1, 2 and 3 Inclusive); directing the such zoning change and
classification be shown on the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island; amending the
provisions of Section 36-7; to repeal any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, and to
provide for publication and the effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. That the final development plan for Grand Island Mall Sixteenth
Subdivision is amended as shown on the development plan approved and signed by the Subdivider and
the City.
SECTION 2. That the Official Zoning Map of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, as
established by Section 36-7 of the Grand Island City Code be, and the same is, hereby ordered to be
changed, amended, and completed in accordance with this ordinance.
SECTION 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: March 24, 2015.
____________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item F-5
#9530 – Consideration of Amending Chapter 29 of the Grand
Island City Code Relative to Food ManagerPermits
Staff Contact: Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Stacy R. Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Amending Chapter 29 to add Certified Food Manager
Permits
Item #’s:F-5
Presenter(s):Stacy R. Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Background
Periodically the Central District Health Department reviews the Nebraska Pure Food Act
and any changes made to the Act. A new requirement for a Certified Food Manager is
being requested by the Central District Health Department.
Discussion
Two new definitions are being added to Chapter 29 of City Code. They are Potentially
Hazardous Food and State Fair Permit. Seven new sections are also being added to
Chapter 29 regarding a Certified Food Manager and the permitting process, requirements
and regulations for a Certified Food Manager. These provisions specify that any food
establishment that serves potentially hazardous foods are required to have at least one
certified food manager in a supervisory position. A Certified Food Manager has to show
that they have completed an ANSI accredited food manager training course before a
permit will be issued to them. These permits must be displayed in the establishment.
Any employee that prepares and handles potentially hazardous food will have to show
that they have successfully completed a food handler safety course that is approved by
the Central District Health Department within 14 days of being hired by the
establishment. The purpose of these changes is to ensure the safety of the public that eats
food at an establishment that serves potentially hazardous food.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
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2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the Ordinance amending
Chapter 29 of City Code.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Ordinance.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9530
An ordinance to amend Chapter 296 of Grand Island City Code; to amend Section
29-2; and to add Sections 29-20 thru 29-26; to clarify and/or make general corrections to various
code sections, to repeal any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; and to provide
for publication and the effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND
ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. Section 29-2; and Sections 29-20 thru 29-26 of the Grand Island City Code
is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 29 RESTAURANTS AND FOOD SERVICE
§29-2. Definitions
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
ANSI. American National Standards Institute.
Bakery. An establishment whose primary operation is the manufacture and sale of baked
goods, i.e. donuts, cakes, and breads.
Cafeteria. A self-service establishment with little to no table service in an education
institution.
Caterer. A person who transports ready to eat food from a permitted food service
establishment to another location or building for service on a per event basis for hire, and does
not include a temporary food service event.
Commissary. A food establishment where food, food containers, or food supplies are
kept, handled, prepared, packaged, or stored for use in mobile food units, pushcarts, or vending
machines.
Food Establishment. An operation that stores, prepares, packages, serves, vends, or
otherwise provides food for human consumption. The term does not include:
(1) An establishment or vending machine operation that offers only prepackaged soft
drinks, carbonated or noncarbonated, that do not contain a primary dairy product or dairy
ingredient base or that contain less than fifteen percent natural fruit or vegetable juice;
candy; chewing gum; potato or corn chips; pretzels; cheese puffs and curls; crackers;
popped popcorn; nuts and edible seeds; and cookies, cake, pies, and other pastries, that
are not potentially hazardous.
(2) A produce stand that only offers whole, uncut fruits and vegetables.
(3) A food processing plant.
(4) A salvage operation.
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(5) A private home where food is prepared or served for personal use, a small day
care in the home, or a hunting lodge, guest ranch, or other operation where no more than
ten paying guests eat meals in the home.
(6) A private home or other area where food that is not potentially hazardous is
prepared: (a) for sale or service at a function as a religious, charitable, or fraternal
organization's bake sale or similar function; or (b) for sale directly to the consumer at a
farmers market if the consumer is informed by a clearly visible placard at the sale
location that the food was prepared in a kitchen that is not subject to regulation and
inspection by the regulatory authority.
(7) The location where food prepared by a caterer is served so long as the caterer only
minimally handles the food at the serving location.
(8) A pharmacy as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §71-425 if the pharmacy only sells
prepackaged pharmaceutical, medicinal, or health supplement foods that are not
potentially hazardous or foods described in subsection (1) of this section.
Food Processing Plant. A commercial operation that manufactures, packages, labels, or
stores food for human consumption and does not provide food directly to the consumer.
Licensed Beverage Establishment. An establishment that serves alcoholic beverages and
may or may not provide limited food service, e.g. frozen prepackaged sandwiches, frozen pizza,
hot dogs, popcorn. Any item not requiring preparation on site.
Limited Food Service Establishment. An establishment that serves or otherwise provides
only snack items or commercially prepared and wrapped foods that require little or no
preparation.
Mobile Food Unit or Pushcart. A vehicle mounted food establishment designed to be
readily movable that returns to a commissary daily for clean-up and service, unless self-
contained.
Nonprofit Organization. An organization holding a certificate of federal tax exemption
under Section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code or an organization that conducts its major
activities for charitable or community betterment purposes.
Potentially Hazardous food. A food that requires time/temperature control for safety to
limit pathogenic microorganism growth or toxic formation.
Retail Food Store. Any store, location or place of business occupied or used for the sale
at retail to the public of groceries, fruits, vegetables, materials for human consumption or articles
ordinarily and commonly sold from a grocery, fruit or vegetable store or stand not coming within
the definition of the term “restaurant,” the term “milk,” the term “frozen dessert,” or the term
“meat.”
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Seasonal Food Service. The act of selling or offering for sale food items on a seasonal
basis, for a period of six months or less, at a concession stand, hot dog stand, ice cream truck,
etc.
Separate Facility: Additional facility types operating within the scope of a permitted
establishment.
State Fair Permit: A facility that is operating as a food establishment on the grounds of
the Nebraska State Fair during the time frame of the Nebraska State Fair.
Temporary Food Establishment. A food establishment that operates for a period of no
more than three (3) consecutive days in conjunction with a single event or celebration.
§29-20. Certified Food Manager
All licensed food establishments that serve potentially hazardous food are required to
have at least one (1) certified food manager per facility who shall be in a supervisory position. A
certified food manager shall be present a majority of the time during operating hours.
Establishments that are exempt from having a certified food safety manager include:
(1)Facilities holding a drink only permit.
(2)Limited food service operations.
(3)Retail food facilities.
(4)Temporary food establishments.
(5)Facilities with a State Fair permit.
§29-21. Certified Food Manager Permit; Application and Requirements
An application for a food manager permit shall be submitted to the Health Department on
a form provided by the Department. Each application shall include:
(1)The applicant’s full name, date of birth, current mailing address, and telephone;
(2)The signature of the applicant;
(3)Verification of successfully completing an ANSI accredited food manager training
course;
(4)Appropriate application fee as adopted by the board of health.
(5)Such other pertinent information as requested on form.
§29-22. Certified Food Manager Permit; Issuance
The Health Department shall review the application, and based on requirements in Grand
Island City code 29-21, issue or deny the permit within a reasonable time not to exceed 30 days.
§29-23. Certified Food Manager Permit; Term
A food manager permit shall be valid for 3 years after the date of issuance.
§29-24. Certification Non-Transferable
A food manager certificate is not transferable from one (1) person to another person. A
certified manager may not act in said capacity for more than one (1) establishment or location at
the same time.
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§29-25. Proof of Certification
Each certified food manager shall display the certificate in a prominent location in the
establishment.
§29-26. Certified Food Handler
All employees of a permitted food establishment that prepare and handle potentially
hazardous food shall have successfully completed a food handler safety course approved by the
Central District Health Department within 14 calendar days of hire. Establishments that are
exempt from having a certified food handler include:
(1)Facilities holding a drink only permit.
(2)Limited food service operations.
(3)Retail food facilities.
(4)Temporary food establishments.
(5)Facilities with a State Fair permit.
SECTION 2. Any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith be, and
hereby are, repealed.
SECTION 3. 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: March 24, 2015.
____________________________________
Jeremy Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 19, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item F-6
#9531 – Consideration of Amending Chapter 5 of the Grand Island
City Code Relative to Animal Auctions
Staff Contact: Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Stacy R. Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Amending Chapter 5 of City Code Exempt the State Fair
and Prohibit Auctioning of Dogs and Cats
Item #’s:F-6
Presenter(s):Stacy R. Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Background
An article in the Grand Island Independent regarding a fundraising auction by Grand
Island Central Catholic raised the issue of whether or not dogs and cats should be allowed
as auction items. During a discussion of bee keeping in the city limits, the question of
exempting the State Fair and Central Community College from the provisions of Chapter
5 of City Code was raised. The Animal Advisory Board has met multiple times and has
declared that the State Fair and Central Community College should be exempt from the
provisions of Chapter 5 of City Code and that dogs and cats should not be allowed as
auction items. What is being presented tonight are the changes approved by the Animal
Advisory Board.
Discussion
The Animal Advisory Board has voted to exempt the State Fair and post-secondary
educational institutions from the provisions of Chapter 5 of City Code and to prohibit the
auctioning of dogs and cats. This proposed ordinance is the result of discussions and
public meetings on these issues. By a unanimous vote, the Animal Advisory Board has
approved this ordinance.
This ordinance specifically exempts the State Fair and any post-secondary educational
institution from the provisions of Chapter 5 of City Code. The purpose of doing this is to
allow the State Fair to bring in exhibits that may otherwise be illegal under City Code.
For post-secondary institutions, such as Central Community College, this exemptions
allows them to offer classes on topics that may otherwise be prohibited by City Code.
This ordinance adds a provision to City Code that now specifically prohibits any group,
educational institution, corporation, partnership, corporation or any other legal entity
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from offering a dog or cat as an item in an auction to raise funds. The discussion at the
Animal Advisory Board regarding this topic centered on preventing people from bidding
on an animal that they ultimately do not want and then having that animal abused,
neglected, abandoned or turned over to the Humane Society.
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
The Animal Advisory Board recommends that the Council approve the Ordinance
amending Chapter 5 of City Code.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Ordinance.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9531
An ordinance to amend Chapter 5 of Grand Island City Code; to amend Section 5-
4; and to add Section 5-7.2; to clarify and/or make general corrections to various code sections,
to repeal any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; and to provide for publication
and the effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND
ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. Section 5-4 and Section 5-7.2 of the Grand Island City Code is hereby
amended to read as follows:
§5-4. Enforcement; Jurisdiction; Agencies; Duties
(A) This chapter shall be enforced only within the corporate limits of the City of Grand
Island.
(B)The Code provisions of this chapter shall be enforced by the agency with which
the City contracts to enforce said provisions and the Police Department. All employees of said
Animal Control Authority shall be designated animal control officers for the purposes of this
chapter.
(C)The Health Department shall assist in enforcement of code provisions relating to
public health, safety and welfare.
(D)This Chapter shall not apply to:
(1) Care or treatment of an animal by a veterinarian licensed under the Nebraska
Veterinary Practice Act until December 1, 2008, and the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Practice Act on and after December 1, 2008;
(2) Commonly accepted care or treatment of a police animal by a law enforcement
officer in the normal course of his or her duties;
(3) Research activity carried on by any research facility currently meeting the
standards of the federal Animal Welfare Act, 7 U.S.C. 2131 et seq., as such act existed on
January 1, 2003;
(4) Commonly accepted practices of hunting, fishing, or trapping;
(5) Commonly accepted practices occurring in conjunction with rodeos, animal
racing, or pulling contests;
(6) Humane killing of an animal by the owner or by his or her agent or a veterinarian
upon the owner’s request;
(7) Commonly accepted practices of animal husbandry with respect to farm animals
and commercial livestock operations, including their transport from one location to another and
nonnegligent actions taken by personnel or agents of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture or
the United States Department of Agriculture in the performance of duties prescribed by law;
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(8) Use of reasonable force against an animal, other than a police animal, which is
working, including killing, capture, or restraint, if the animal is outside the owned or rented
property of its owner or custodian and is injuring or posing an immediate threat to any person or
other animal;
(9) Killing of house or garden pests;
(10) Commonly followed practices occurring in conjunction with the slaughter of
animals for food or byproducts; and
(11) Commonly accepted animal training practices;
(12)The Nebraska State Fair; and
(13)Post-secondary educational institutions.
§5-7.2. Auctioning of Domestic Canines and Felines.
No person, partnership, corporation, group, educational institution, or any other legal
entity shall offer domestic canines or felines as items for bid in an auction to raise funds for said
person, partnership, corporation, group, educational institution, or any other legal entity.
SECTION 2. Any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith be, and
hereby are, repealed.
SECTION 3. 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: March 24, 2015.
____________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-1
Approving Minutes of March 10, 2015 City Council Regular
Meeting
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
March 10, 2015
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 March 10, 2015. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent on
March 4, 2015.
Mayor Jeremy L. Jensen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following City Council
members were present: Mitch Nickerson, Mark Stelk, Jeremy Jones, Linna Dee Donaldson,
Michelle Fitzke, Vaughn Minton, Roger Steele, and Mike Paulick. Councilmembers Chuck
Haase and Julie Hehnke were absent. The following City Officials were present: City
Administrator Marlan Ferguson, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Interim Finance Director William
Clingman, City Attorney Robert Sivick, and Public Works Director John Collins.
INVOCATION was given by Pastor Caroline Price-Gibson, First Presbyterian Church, 2103
West Anna Street followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Jensen introduced Community Youth Council members Kennedy Martinez and Regan
Dimmitt.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Request from Hollywood’s LLC dba The Filling Station, 217 East Stolley
Park Road, Suite N for a Class “CK” Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards reported that
an application for a Class “CK” Liquor License had been received from Hollywood’s LLC dba
The Filling Station, 217 East Stolley Park Road, Suite N. Ms. Edwards presented the following
exhibits for the record: application submitted to the Liquor Control Commission and received by
the City on February 11, 2015; notice to the general public of date, time, and place of hearing
published on February 28, 2015; notice to the applicant of date, time, and place of hearing
mailed on February 20, 2015; along with Chapter 4 of the City Code. Staff recommended denial
based on the Police Department report and not qualifying under Nebraska State Statute 53-132
(a), (b), and (c). Steve Dowding, attorney for the applicant spoke in support. No further public
testimony was heard.
ORDINANCES:
Councilmember Donaldson moved “that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by
title on three different days are suspended and that ordinance numbered:
#9525 - Consideration of Approving Ordinance Transferring Community Development
Division from Finance to Planning Department
be considered for passage on the same day upon reading by number only and that the City Clerk
be permitted to call out the number of this ordinance on second reading and then upon final
passage and call for a roll call vote on each reading and then upon final passage.”
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Councilmember Nickerson seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion
adopted.
City Administrator Marlan Ferguson reported that in 2011 the Community Development
Division was transferred from the Planning Department to the Finance Department. It was
recommended that the best way to manage the Community Development Division and provide
its services to the community would be to return the Community Development Division to the
Planning Department.
Motion by Donaldson, second by Paulick to approve Ordinance #9525.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9525 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9525 on second and final reading. All those in favor of the passage of
this ordinance on second and final reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, all voted
aye. Motion adopted.
Mayor Jensen: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon second and final
readings, Ordinance #9525 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by
law.
CONSENT AGENDA: Consent Agenda item G-8 (#2015-67) was pulled for further discussion.
Motion by Paulick, second by Stelk to approve the Consent Agenda excluding item G-8. Upon
roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Approving Minutes of February 24, 2015 City Council Regular Meeting.
Receipt of Official Document – Tort Claim filed by Dr. Stacy Van Horn.
#2015-62 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Heins Subdivision. It was noted
that Patricia Lynn Rut, owner, had submitted the Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Heins
Subdivision for the purpose of creating 1 lot located east of Gunbarrel Road and south of “E”
Road, containing .754 acres.
#2015-63 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Bill Baasch Acres Subdivision.
It was noted that William H. Baasch, owner, had submitted the Final Plat and Subdivision
Agreement for Bill Baasch Acres Subdivision for the purpose of creating 2 lots located north of
US Highway 34 and south and east of Blaine Street, containing 4.825 acres.
#2015-64 - Approving an Amendment to the Subdivision Agreement for Meadowlark West
Fourth Subdivision. It was noted that this property was located on the west side of Webb Road
north of Baristas and would allow access from Webb Road.
#2015-65 - Approving Bid Award for Circulation Water Pump Repair 1A at Platte Generating
Station with Brimhall Industrial, Inc. of Monte Vista, CO in an Amount of $71,837.47.
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#2015-66 - Approving Change Order #3 for Water Treatment System for Air Quality Control
Project at Platte Generating Station with AMEC of Tucker, GA for an Increase of $870,309.37
and a Revised Contract Amount of $43,010,551.37.
#2015-67 - Approving Agreement with Olsson Associates of Grand Island, NE for the Grand
Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO) Long Range Transportation Plan.
City Share in an Amount of $377,747.66. Public Works Director John Collins answered
questions regarding the process and that this would create a traffic model. Life of the project
would be for many years.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Minton to approve Resolution #2015-67. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2015-68 - Approving Authorizing Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loans.
#2015-69 - Approving Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Design Services for Kaufmann-
Cummings Park from Kinghorn Horticulture Services, Inc. to Vireo of Omaha, NE in an Amount
of $22,500.00 and a Revised Project Cost of $31,500.00.
RESOLUTIONS:
#2015-70 - Consideration of Request from Hollywood’s LLC dba The Filling Station, 217 East
Stolley Park Road, Suite N for a Class “CK” Liquor License and Liquor Manager Designation
for Tyson Juhl, 1314 Marshall Street, Wood River, NE. This item related to the aforementioned
Public Hearing. Discussion was held regarding the current license held by Mr. Juhl which was in
Wood River. Explained was the process of sending the Councils recommendation to the Liquor
Control Commission who would make the final decision.
Motion by Donaldson, second by Jones to deny Resolution #2015-70 based upon the Police
Department report and not qualifying under Nebraska State Statute 53-132 (a), (b), and (c). Upon
roll call vote, Councilmembers Fitzke, Donaldson, Jones, Stelk, and Nickerson voted aye.
Councilmembers Paulick, Steele, and Minton voted no. Mayor Jensen cast the 6th and deciding
vote to deny. Motion adopted.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Fitzke, second by Donaldson to approve the Claims for the period of February 25,
2015 through March 10, 2015, for a total amount of $3,760,298.36. Unanimously approved.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-2
Approving Minutes of March 17, 2015 City Council Study Session
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
March 17, 2015
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Study Session of the City Council of the City of Grand
Island, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 100 East First Street, on
March 17, 2015. Notice of the meeting was given in the Grand Island Independent on March 11,
2015.
Mayor Jeremy L. Jensen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following Councilmembers
were present: Mitch Nickerson, Mark Stelk, Jeremy Jones, Chuck Haase, Linna Dee Donaldson,
Michelle Fitzke, Vaughn Minton, Roger Steele, and Mike Paulick. Councilmember Julie Hehnke
was absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Marlan Ferguson,
City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Interim Finance Director William Clingman, Assistant City
Attorney Stacy Nonhof, and Public Works Director John Collins.
INVOCATION was given by Community Youth Council member Mari Paramo followed by the
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Jensen introduced Community Youth Council members Ruth Palma and Mari Paramo
along with board member Maria Lopez.
PRESENTATIONS:
Presentation of Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO) Long Range
Transportation Plan. Public Works Director John Collins introduced Clyde Prem representative
from Olsson Associates who presented a PowerPoint on the GIAMPO Long Range
Transportation Plan.
The MPO is a federally mandated policy-making and planning body. Federal law requires a
regional, coordinated process for transportation planning. Long range and short range plans must
reflect investments that support regional and national goals.
MPO does a Multi-Modal Transportation Plan through planning and implementation. The Long
Range Plan was for a transportation plan with investments to improve the condition and
performance of the transportation system. The draft plan was due late February, 2016. Public
involvement would be sought through-out the process.
Plan elements included: streets and highways, bicycle and pedestrian travel, movement of
freight, aviation, rail crossings, safety, and technology.
The Long Range Plan looks at transportation needs over the next 25 years and has a financial
component of the project – estimate costs and revenues available. The plan will develop goals
and use the goals to prioritize projects along with building the technical tools to achieve these
items.
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Triveece Pendelton representing Vireo explained the public engagement of the project. The
following four community engagements were mentioned: outcomes, measures, scenarios, and
priorities. She commented on the importance of community involvement with this project. The
first step was to create a public involvement plan. An online survey would be done in the
beginning followed by an outcomes workshop.
Regional Planning Director Chad Nabity answered questions regarding any other plans the city
might have done in the past. He stated South Locust Street corridor after the tornados in 1980
was an example along with the South Locust Street exit interchange. The MPO plan would be
adjusted every 5 years.
Mr. Prem stated this would be a computer based model with the input of population and
employment, information on travel characteristics, and roadway network. The output would be a
model produced traffic volume forecasts. This travel model would attempt to replicate human
driver’s trip making decisions through the use of mathematics.
Areas the model would look at were railroad, transit, bicycle & pedestrian, freight and aviation.
The next steps would be to hold a public input meeting in May, obtain data, existing conditions
analysis, and model development.
Quiet zone areas were mentioned along with noise walls.
Presentation on Capital Improvement Program Budgeting and Funding. Public Works Director
John Collins reported that the current practice was to budget capital improvement program (CIP)
funds each year, rather than with each project which may take multiple years to design and
construct. City staff would like to establish a dedicated CIP fund with payments set to the fund
each budget year to allow funds to remain in the account until moved to a specific project.
Mr. Collins explained the difference between operating funds and capital funds. Operating funds
could be used for any purpose and persist through the fiscal year. Capital funds could only be
used for capital assets and persist through the life of the project. He stated many capital projects
took more than 1 fiscal year to complete with the design and construction time dependent on
factors outside of the City’s control. Also mentioned was that budgeting occurred in the middle
of construction season. Consequently, projects were cancelled or delayed and significant effort
by the Public Works and Finance staff were spent estimating expenses repeatedly through the
construction season. This also caused frequent budget adjustments.
Interim Finance Director William Clingman explained the dedicated Capital Program Account. It
was recommended that the City establish a dedicated Capital Program Account. This account
would be funded with the budget each year with the funds to remain in the account until spent on
an approved project. The amount transferred for the Capital Program would be approved by
Council each year. All projects would be approved on a contract by contract basis.
Discussion was held on where the funding would come from to be put into this account. Mr.
Clingman stated this would be decided during the budget process. Some of the funds would be
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from the State with the bulk of the money coming from gas tax. City Administrator Marlan
Ferguson stated he wanted to tie this in to the MPO as it would bring in more federal dollars.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
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Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-3
#2015-71 - Approving Preliminary and Final Plat and Subdivision
Agreement for Sterling Estates 6th Subdivision
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From: Regional Planning Commission
Meeting: March 24, 2015
Subject: Sterling Estates 6th Subdivision – Final Plat
Item #’s: G-3
Presenter(s): Chad Nabity AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
This property is located south of Capital Ave and west of US Hwy 281, in the City of
Grand Island, Nebraska. Consisting of (1 Lot) and 7.58 acres.
Discussion
The plat for Sterling Estates 6th Subdivision Plat was considered by the Regional Planning Commission at the March 4, 2015 meeting.
A motion was made by Bredthauer and seconded by Huismann to approve the plat as
presented.
A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed with 8 members present and voting in favor (O’Neill, Ruge, Huismann, Heckman, Haskins, Robb, Maurer and Bredthauer) and
no one voting against.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may: 1. Move to approve
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the final plat as presented.
Sample Motion
Move to approve as recommended.
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SB Communities Developer/Owner
SB Communities 8712 W Dodge Rd., Suite 400
Omaha NE 68114
To create 1 lot located south of Capital Ave and west of US Hwy 281, in the City of
Grand Island, in Hall County, Nebraska. Size: 20 acres
Zoning: RD Zone
Road Access: City roads available
Water Public: City water will be available Sewer Public: City sewer available.
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February 18, 2015
Dear Members of the Board:
RE: Preliminary Plat & Final Plat – Sterling Estates 6th Subdivision.
For reasons of Section 19-923 Revised Statues of Nebraska, as amended, there is
herewith submitted a final plat of Sterling Estates 6th Subdivision, located in the City
of Grand Island, in Hall County Nebraska.
This final plat proposes to create 1 lot, on a tract of land consisting of Lot 2 of
Sterling Estates Second Subdivision and a part of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of
Section 12, Township 11 North, Range 10 West of the 6th P.M. in the City of Grand
Island, Hall County, Nebraska, said tract containing 7.28 acres.
You are hereby notified that the Regional Planning Commission will consider this
final plat at the next meeting that will be held at 6:00 p.m. on March 4, 2015 in the
Council Chambers located in Grand Island's City Hall.
Sincerely,
Chad Nabity, AICP
Planning Director
Cc: City Clerk
City Attorney
City Public Works
City Building Department
City Utilities
Manager of Postal Operations
Olsson Associates
This letter was sent to the following School Districts 1R, 2, 3, 19, 82, 83, 100, 126.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-71
WHEREAS SB Communities LLC, A Nebraska Limited Liability Company,
being the owner of the land described hereon, have caused same to be surveyed, subdivided,
platted and designated as “STERLING ESTATES SIXTH SUBDIVISION”, to be laid out into 1
Lot, on a Tract of Land Consisting of Lot 2 Sterling Estates Second Subdivision and a part of the
Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Section Twelve (12), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Ten
(10) West of the 6th P.M., in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, and has caused a
plat thereof to be acknowledged by it; and
WHEREAS, a copy of the plat of such subdivision has been presented to the
Boards of Education of the various school districts in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, as
required by Section 19-923, R.R.S. 1943; and
WHEREAS, a form of subdivision agreement has been agreed to between the
owner of the property and the City of Grand Island.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the form of subdivision agreement
hereinbefore described is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such
agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the final plat of STERLING ESTATES
SIXTH SUBDIVISION, as made out, acknowledged, and certified, is hereby approved by the
City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to
execute the approval and acceptance of such plat by the City of Grand Island, Nebraska.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-4
#2015-72 - Approving Temporary Construction Easement for Hall
County Sanitary Sewer District 2 (SID 2) [Bockmann]
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Approving Temporary Construction Easement for Hall
County Sanitary Sewer District 2 (SID 2) [Bockmann]
Item #’s:G-4
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
At the January 4, 2011 Study Session the City Council was informed of an interest by
businesses along US Highway 281 near the Interstate 80 interchange about extending City
sanitary sewer to serve their property.
On January 11, 2011 City Council approved Mayor Vavricek to sign a “Letter of Intent” to
the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality declaring the City’s willingness to
negotiate a public/private project with these businesses to extend City sanitary sewer south
along US Highway 281.
The May 17, 2011 Study Session provided an update to the City Council regarding several
meetings that were conducted between the City and the interested parties.
On September 27, 2011 City Council approved Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 in the
Wildwood Subdivision. This district provided support for the sanitary sewer extension
south along US Highway 281 to Interstate 80.
The sanitary sewer extension south along US Highway 281 to Interstate 80 will help to
foster growth of the City towards the interstate and provide for future development.
Discussion
A temporary easement is necessary from one property owner for construction of Hall
County Sanitary Sewer Improvement District 2 (SID 2) to be completed, which must be
approved by City Council. A sketch is attached to show the temporary construction
easement area.
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This project is funded by the State Revolving Funds (SRF) Project # is C317867.
All documents have been signed and returned by the property owner. Authorization of
the document and payment to the property owner of $200.00 is contingent upon City
Council approval.
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 Temporary Construction
Easement Agreement between the City of Grand Island, Public Works Department and
the affected property owner for Hall County Sanitary Sewer Improvement District 2 (SID
2), in the amount of $200.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the temporary construction easement.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-72
WHEREAS, a temporary construction easement is required by the City of Grand
Island, from Dale L. Bockmann, in the Hall County Sanitary Sewer District 2 (SID 2) project
area:
Tract
No Owner Legal Total
3 Dale L.
Bockmann
A TEMPORARY UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED IN PART OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER (NE ¼) OF SECTION TWENTY-FOUR (24), TOWNSHIP TEN (10) NORTH,
RANGE TEN (10) WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., HALL COUNTY, NEBRASKA, AND MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER;
THENCE ON AN ASSUMED BEARING OF S00o47’14”E, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF
SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER, A DISTANCE OF 950.00 FEET; THENCE S87o53’14”W
A DISTANCE OF 105.84 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF
U.S. HIGHWAY 281 AND THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF TRACT THREE RECORDED
IN INSTRUMENT NO. 96-109957, HALL COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS, GRAND
ISLAND, NEBRASKA; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY
LINE OF U.S. HIGHWAY 281 A DISTANCE OF 158.48 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY
PERPENDICULAR TO SAID WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF U.S. HIGHWAY 281 A
DISTANCE OF 25.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING
WESTERLY, PERPENDICULAR TO SAID WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF U.S.
HIGHWAY 281, A DISTANCE OF 30.00 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG A LINE
PARALLEL TO AND 55.00 FEET WEST OF THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF U.S.
HIGHWAY 281 TO THE SOUTH LINE OF TRACT THREE, INSTRUMENT NO. 96-
109957; THENCE ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE OF TRACT THREE TO THE
INTERSECTION OF A LINE PARALLEL TO AND 25.00 WEST OF SAID WEST RIGHT-
OF-WAY LINE OF U.S. HIGHWAY 281; THENCE SOUTHERLY, ALONG SAID LINE
PARALLEL TO AND 25.00 FEET WEST OF SAID WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF U.S.
HIGHWAY 281, A DISTANCE OF 170.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID
TEMPORARY EASEMENT CONTAINS AN APPROXIMATE AREA OF 5,308 SQUARE
FEET OR 0.12 ACRES MORE OR LESS.
$200.00
TOTAL $200.00
WHEREAS, an Agreement for the Temporary Construction easement has been
reviewed and approved by the City Legal Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and
hereby is, authorized to enter into the Agreement for the Temporary Construction easements on
the above described tract of land, in the amount of $200.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-5
#2015-73 - Approving Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for
Engineering Consulting Services Related to Westgate Road Paving
District No. 1261; North Road to Copper Road
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Approving Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for
Engineering Consulting Services Related to Westgate
Road Paving District No. 1261; North Road to Copper
Road
Item #’s:G-5
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
All agreements must be approved by the City Council.
On July 23, 2013, by Resolution No. 2013-245 the City entered into an agreement with
Olsson Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska for construction engineering services for
Westgate Road Paving District No. 1261; North Road to Copper Road, in the amount of
$71,870.00.
Discussion
The original agreement with Olsson Associates is now being supplemented to allow for
further construction engineering services. With The Diamond Engineering Company’s
(contractor) request for a time extension to complete such work and the need for
additional staking due to the contractors phasing of the project, it is necessary for the
engineering firm to put in additional hours to complete their inspections.
Several factors delayed completion of the project; including inclement weather and
conflict with water main.
The water main conflict was identified and plans to adjust it were in place prior to
bidding the project. After construction began the Utility Water Division notified the
Public Works Engineering Division that the water main could not be lowered until after
October 1st. The delay is due to peak water demands during the summer months and the
close proximity of the reservoir, which is a critical part of the network for water supply to
southern Grand Island.
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The increase in cost for Amendment No. 1 is $15,500.00, for a revised agreement of
$87,370.00.
It is anticipated that construction will be completed Spring 2015.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve a resolution authorizing the
Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Olsson Associates of Grand
Island, Nebraska in the amount of $15,500.00 for Westgate Road Paving District No.
1261; North Road to Copper Road.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-73
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2013, by Resolution No. 2013-245 the Grand Island City
Council approved entering into an agreement with Olsson Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska
in the amount of $71,870.00 for engineering consulting services for Westgate Road Paving
District No. 1261; North Road to Copper Road; and
WHEREAS, the original agreement is now being amended to include additional
construction engineering services for such paving project; and
WHEREAS, such amendment is in the amount of $15,500.00, for a revised
agreement amount of $87,370.00; and
WHEREAS, Amendment No. 1 to the original agreement with Olsson Associates
of Grand Island, Nebraska is required to proceed with this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Amendment No. 1 with Olsson
Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska for construction engineering services related to Westgate
Road Paving District No. 1261; North Road to Copper Road is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such amendment on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-6
#2015-74 - Approving Change Order No. 2 for North Interceptor
Phase II; Project No. 2013-S-4
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E.- Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 2 for North Interceptor Phase II;
Project No. 2013-S-4
Item #’s:G-6
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Public Works Staff in conjunction with the design engineer, Black & Veatch of Kansas City,
Missouri have jointly developed multi-year replacement planning stages for the City of Grand
Island’s large diameter gravity sanitary sewer interceptor network. The current planned interceptor,
entitled the “North Interceptor” will replace aged force main sanitary sewer, reduce or eliminate
current sewer pumping station(s), provide additional capacity for existing, and enable new services
to areas in and around Grand Island.
The new North Interceptor gravity sewer interceptor route was developed to incorporate and
partner with other utilities for the Capital Avenue Widening Project and the new Headworks
Pumping Station Project at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.
A phased approach of constructing the North Interceptor was developed as follows:
Phase I - Wastewater Treatment Plant to 7th Street / Skypark Road (nearing final
closeout)
Phase II (Part A) - 7th Street / Skypark Road to Broadwell Avenue
Phase II (Part B) - Broadwell Avenue to Webb Road
Phase II (Part C) - Webb Road to Diers Avenue (Lift Station No. 19)
Phase II Part B is nearing completion. Phase II Part A Phase II Part C will follow. The lift station
abandonments (Bid Sections D, E, G, H and I) will follow the completion of Phase II.
On September 9, 2014, Resolution 2014-284, City Council awarded, Project 2013-S-4, North
Interceptor Phase II to S.J. Louis Construction, Inc. of Rockville, Minnesota, in the amount of
$21,479,537.50.
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City Council approved Resolution 2015-39 on February 10, 2015, which established new unit
prices for installed storm and sanitary sewers which are embedded with native sand material in
lieu of the imported granular embedment specified in the contract documents. The potential
savings is anticipated to be around $300,000 where native sand is thought to be suitable and may
be used for up to 20,795 feet of pipe.
Discussion
Public Works Administration is requesting Change Order No. 2 for North Interceptor Phase II;
Project No. 2013-S-4, which will allow for a change in the methodology of the trenchless
crossing from micro tunneling to a direct jacked tunnel using a tunnel boring machine. This
change in methodology will result in a decreased unit price. Two (2) locations are suggested for
this change; Broadwell Avenue at Capital Avenue and Webb Road/Northwest Crossings
property at Capital Avenue.
An overall net change of the contract amount will be a deduction of $210,003.48, which results
in an adjusted contract amount of $21,269,534.02.
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 Change Order No. 2 with S.J. Louis
Construction, Inc. of Rockville, Minnesota, for North Interceptor Phase II, Project 2013-S-4.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
September 10, 2013 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-74
WHEREAS, On September 9, 2014, by Resolution 2014-284, City Council
awarded, Project 2013-S-4, North Interceptor Phase II to S.J. Louis Construction, Inc. of
Rockville, Minnesota, in the amount of $21,479,537.50; and
WHEREAS, on February 10, 2015, by Resolution 2015-39, City Council
approved Change Order No. 1, which established new unit prices for installed storm and sanitary
sewers which are embedded with native sand material in lieu of the imported granular
embedment specified in the contract documents; and
WHEREAS, Change Order No. 2 changes the methodology of the trenchless
crossing from micro tunneling to a direct jacked tunnel using a tunnel boring machine, which
will result in a decreased unit price; and
WHEREAS, two (2) locations are suggested for this change; Broadwell Avenue at
Capital Avenue and Webb Road/Northwest Crossings property at Capital Avenue; and
WHEREAS, an overall net change of the contract amount will be a deduction of
$210,003.48, which results in an adjusted contract amount of $21,269,534.02.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that authorization to proceed with Change
Order No. 2 with S.J. Louis Construction, Inc. of Rockville, Minnesota is hereby approved; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such Change Order No. 2, North Interceptor Phase II, Project 2013-S-4 on behalf of
the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-7
#2015-75 - Approving Change Order No. 2 to the Contract with
Van Kirk Brothers Contracting for Sanitary Sewer District No.
528 and No. 530T
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 2 to the Contract with Van
Kirk Brothers Contracting for Sanitary Sewer District
No. 528 and No. 530T
Item #’s:G-7
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
The City Council awarded the bid, in the amount of $3,374,118.70 by Resolution 2014-
163, for construction of Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 ($1,602,306.30) and No. 530T
($1,771,812.40) to Van Kirk Brothers Contracting of Sutton, Nebraska on June 10, 2014.
On February 10, 2015 City Council approved Resolution 2015-38, which allowed for an
extension from June 15, 2015 to July 27, 2015 for Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 and
from March 15, 2015 to April 24, 2015 for Sanitary Sewer District No. 530T in order to
complete the projects.
Any changes to the contract require council approval.
Discussion
The initial contract documents require direct boring at two (2) locations; Guenther Road
and 1,000 feet south of Guenther Road, at US Highway 281. The original bore lengths are
66 feet and 50 feet, respectively. Public Works Administration is recommending the
direct borings be changed to open cuts at each of these locations. Such change will result
in a net credit of $47,507.46, for a revised total contract amount of $3,326,611.24 (528 =
$1,602,306.30 & 530T = 1,724,304.94).
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
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2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order No. 2 with Van
Kirk Brothers Contracting of Sutton, Nebraska for Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 and
No. 530T.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-75
WHEREAS, on June 10, 2014, by Resolution 2014-163, the City Council of the
City of Grand Island approved the bid of Van Kirk Brothers Contracting of Sutton, Nebraska for
construction of Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 and No. 530T; and
WHEREAS, on February 10, 2015 by Resolution 2015-38 City Council approved
the extension from June 15, 2015 to July 27, 2015 for Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 and from
March 15, 2015 to April 24, 2015 for Sanitary Sewer District No. 530T in order to complete the
projects; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended to change direct borings at two (2) locations;
Guenther Road and 1,000 feet south of Guenther Road, at US Highway 281, to open cuts at each
location; and
WHEREAS, such change will result in a net credit of $47,507.46, for a revised
total contract amount of $3,326,611.24 (528= $1,602,306.30 & 530T= $1,724,304.94).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is,
authorized and directed to execute Change Order No. 2 between the City of Grand Island and
Van Kirk Brothers Contracting of Sutton, Nebraska to provide the modifications of Sanitary
Sewer District No. 528 and No. 530T.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-8
#2015-76 - Approving Nebraska H2O Construction/Post
Construction Stormwater Management Program Development;
Phase 2 – Felsburg, Holt & Ullevig
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Approving Nebraska H2O Construction / Post
Construction Stormwater Management Program
Development; Phase 2 – Felsburg, Holt & Ullevig
Item #’s:G-8
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Ten (10) of the Nebraska H2O communities gathered, August 2013, to begin work on the
Nebraska H2O Construction/Post Construction Stormwater Management Program
Development – Phase I. Such phase of this program provided for finding the correct fit
for each community in design, review and submittal standards for building permits and
platting in connection with stormwater regulations.
The total amount for Phase I services was $31,800.00, of which the City of Grand
Island’s portion of $6,421.22 was approved by Nebraska Department of Environmental
Quality (NDEQ), as well as through the City’s procurement policy with a purchase order
being issued to the firm of Felsburg, Holt and Ullevig. In the original scope of services
the fee for individual communities was pro-rated based on Nebraska H2O community
population percentages.
Discussion
The Nebraska H2O Communities are now ready to move forward with Phase II of the
Construction/Post Construction Stormwater Management Program Development, which
will develop post construction stormwater standards and procedures that meet the
minimum Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)/Nebraska Department of
Environmental Quality (NDEQ) MS4 Permit requirements and can easily be adopted.
The total amount for Phase II services is $46,700.00, with the City’s portion of Phase II
at $9,465.12. Fees for the participating communities have again been pro-rated based on
Nebraska H2O community population percentages.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Phase II of the
Construction/Post Construction Stormwater Mangement Program Development with
Felsburg, Holt and Ullevig in the amount of $9,465.12.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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February 4, 2015
City of Grand Island
Public Works Department
c/o Mr. Terry Brown
100 East First Street
Grand Island, Nebraska 68801
RE: Nebraska H2O Construction/Post‐Construction Stormwater Management Program Development
Proposal for Phase 2 – Standards Development
Dear Mr. Brown,
On October 31st in Kearney, Nebraska Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) convened with the Nebraska H2O group to
discuss recommendations that came out of the Phase I – Background Assessment report and next steps
associated with the development of a sustainable post‐construction stormwater management program. What
we heard from the Nebraska H2O group varied in terms of wants and needs; however, as the next step, the
consensus by the group was to develop post construction stormwater standards that meet the minimum MS4
Permit requirements and could be readily adopted. This proposal addresses Phase 2 services that will be
provided by FHU for the development of post construction stormwater standards as follows:
Task 1: Development of Post Construction Stormwater Standards and Procedures
FHU will meet with Participating Nebraska H2O members on four accounts. The meetings will be held in
different Nebraska H2O communities across the state with the option for those interested in participating to
join the meeting live or call in. With each of the first three meetings the intent is to (1) introduce participating
members to representative standards and procedures adopted by up to four communities; (2) help
participating members understand how those communities arrived at adopting various standards and
procedures, including the process and technical aspects behind development of those standards and
procedures; (3) draft a recommendation of at least one alternative for the group to consider adopting; and (4)
finalize the recommended standards and procedures selected by participating communities in a format that
may be adopted for use by each community.
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For communities that desire to attend each meeting, FHU intends to provide the background behind standards
adopted by representative communities so that each participating Nebraska H2O community has the
opportunity to make an informed choice when adopting standards locally. This background presentation effort
is part of the scope and is not broken out by community. FHU believes this is effort is beneficial for equipping
communities to implement the recommended program requirements sustainably. Each community may take
advantage of these presentations if they choose to, but are not required. Lack of meeting attendance will not
impact the project budget. At the end of this task, all participating communities will be able to make use of
recommended language and standards that will be developed by FHU and the group. Nebraska H2O
communities may then use these standards as a jumping off point to develop a more individualized and robust
program together or separately as they see fit. Individual modifications for each community is not included as
part of this project.
Four meetings have been broken up to systematically address the development of program standards and
procedures as follows:
Rainfall, Runoff, and Minimum Treatment Standards
The first meeting will address rainfall, runoff, and minimum treatment standards. FHU will provide an overview
of standards adopted by representative communities, how they arrived at those numbers, and how it relates
to each of the participating communities across the state. We’ll discuss the distribution of rainfall, rainfall
amounts and frequency, accounting for runoff, and applicability to new development and redevelopment.
We’ll relate this information to water quality and minimum treatment standards. Our recommendations for
minimum treatment standards and when TMDLs need to be addressed will be provided and the group will
have time to discuss the topic. Notes of the meeting will be provided along with supporting documentation of
any decisions. This meeting is expected to take approximately 3 hours.
Stormwater Treatment Hydrology
The second meeting will address stormwater treatment hydrology adopted by representative communities.
Again, we’ll provide background that includes the methods and criteria used to calculate the amount of rainfall
or runoff that needs to be treated, discuss influencing circumstances such as stormwater runon, and talk about
the relationship between these calculations and stormwater Best Management Practice (BMP) sizing. Sizing is a
critical factor in selecting BMPs. Available information will be shared that relates the sizing of BMPs to cost of a
project. We’ll also provide an overview of how this relates to your storm sewer systems and stormwater
detention requirements. Our recommendations will be provided and the group will have time to discuss the
topic. Notes of the meeting will be provided along with supporting documentation on any decisions. This
meeting is expected to take approximately 3 hours.
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Treatment Design Standards
The third meeting will address stormwater BMPs and design manuals. We’ll provide an overview that
summarizes the various types of BMPs adopted by representative communities and talk about BMP selection
and applicability to varying soil and groundwater conditions across the state. We’ll also talk about retrofitting
existing detention basins and regional facilities and tie that back to our discussion on hydrology. Finally, we’ll
share options for requiring on‐going maintenance and available information about the anticipated costs to
provide maintenance for various BMPs. Our recommendations will be provided and the group will have time to
discuss the topic. Notes of the meeting will be provided along with supporting documentation on any
decisions. This meeting is expected to take approximately 3 hours.
Standards and Procedures Documentation
The fourth and final meeting will include discussion on a draft document that will be prepared based on
feedback provided during previous meetings. This document will likely take the form of Post‐Construction
Stormwater Design Standards and Procedures Memorandum and include the following content:
Minimum stormwater treatment standards and the conditions to which they apply
Stormwater treatment hydrology calculations under varying conditions
References to adopted BMP design manuals as accepted practices including general exceptions if
warranted
General procedures related to the platting and site plan processes
General procedures related to inspections and maintenance
Stormwater treatment plan submittal checklist
Again, the memorandum will be in a format that is readily adoptable by the community. A draft memorandum
will be provided in advance of this meeting so that each participating community may review it beforehand.
This meeting is expected to last approximately 2 hours. The document will be finalized based on feedback
received at this meeting and provided to each participating community.
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The anticipated schedule for deliverables and meetings (including meeting locations) is as follows:
Description Planned Date
Meeting 1 (Lincoln)* March 24, 2015
Meeting 2 (Kearney) April 15, 2015
Meeting 3 (Scottsbluff)** May 6, 2015
Meeting 4 (Kearney) June 10, 2015
Final Report July 1, 2015
* Date and Location Coincides with NeFSMA/IECA Spring Conference
** Date and Location Coincides with NeFSMA Annual Conference
The following assumptions or exclusions have been made in preparing this scope of work:
This phase does not include the development of new material other than documentation of meetings
and decisions made by the group on material referenced, discussed, and recommended during the
meetings; and the development of the memorandum. The development of new material such as
specific rainfall values for each community, new or modified BMP design guides, and specific
maintenance procedures and forms, for example, are outside of this scope.
The process and meetings scoped herein are not intended to include public involvement or
involvement of a larger targeted stakeholder group. If this is desired in a manner that will benefit all
participating communities, the scope may be amended to account for additional meetings and other
tasks associated with expanded involvement. Individual community meetings with community leaders
or public stakeholders may be contracted with FHU separately.
Each Nebraska H2O community is given the opportunity to participate. It is strongly recommended that all
communities participate in the project to share the project cost, provide meaningful feedback, and improve
the opportunity for successful local implementation. As with the Phase I project, FHU will issue a lump sum
contract to each of those participating communities representing their share of this work.
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The total amount for Task 1 services is $46,700.00. Fees for the participating communities have been pro‐rated
based on Nebraska H2O community population percentages. The breakout of fees for Nebraska H2O
communities is as follows:
Phase II
Community
Population
*
Population
Percentage
*
Pro‐Rated Fee
Beatrice 12,459 5.20% $ 2,430.46
Columbus 22,111 9.24% $ 4,313.34
Fremont 26,397 11.03% $ 5,149.44
Grand Island 48,520 20.27% $ 9,465.12
Hastings 24,907 10.40% $ 4,858.78
Kearney 30,787 12.86% $ 6,005.83
Lexington 10,230 4.27% $ 1,995.63
Norfolk 24,210 10.11% $ 4,722.81
North Platte 24,733 10.33% $ 4,824.83
Scottsbluff 15,039 6.28% $ 2,933.76
TOTAL 252,746 100.00% $ 46,700.00
* 2010 Census Numbers
FHU proposes to conduct this scope of services for the City of Grand Island for the lump sum amount of
$9,465.12.
This amount would be established as a “not to exceed” limit beyond which no charges could be made without
your prior approval.
Additional services that are required outside the Scope of Work, such as additional meetings or documents,
would be performed on a time and materials basis using the attached hourly rates. Additional work would not
be performed without written authorization from the client.
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If the conditions of this proposal and attached standard contract provisions are acceptable to you, please print
and sign two copies of this letter, and mail or fax one copy to us for our files. If you have any questions about
this proposal, please give Project Manager, Dave Lampe, or me a call at (402) 445‐4405.
Sincerely,
___________________________________
FELSBURG HOLT & ULLEVIG Accepted By
___________________________________
Title
David G. Lampe, PE, CFM
Senior Water Resources Engineer ___________________________________
Date
and
Kyle A. Anderson, PE, PTOE
Executive Vice President
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LETTER AGREEMENT STANDARD PROVISIONS
A. SERVICES BY THE CONSULTANT
The CONSULTANT agrees to perform all services, hereunder,
using reasonable skill and judgment in accordance with
applicable professional standards. CONSULTANT agrees to
keep the CLIENT informed on its progress through periodic
reports, and to maintain accurate records relating to its services
in connection with this project.
The CONSULTANT agrees to provide, directly or by
association with such other Consultants or Contractors as it may
deem necessary to further the interest of the CLIENT, the basic
services as described in Scope of Work in the letter proposal or
Letter Agreement.
B. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CLIENT
The CLIENT shall provide and make available to the
CONSULTANT, for his use, all maps, property descriptions,
surveys, previous reports, historical data, and other information
within its knowledge and possession relative to the services to
be furnished hereunder. Data so furnished to the
CONSULTANT shall remain the property of the CLIENT and
will be returned upon completion of its services.
The CLIENT shall make provisions for the CONSULTANT to
enter upon public and private properties as required for the
CONSULTANT to perform its services hereunder.
C. EXTRA WORK
The CLIENT may desire to have the CONSULTANT perform
work or render services other than those provided in Scope of
Work. This will be Extra Work. Work shall not proceed until
so authorized by the CLIENT. Payment for all work under this
Agreement shall be on an hourly basis plus expenses in
accordance with the attached rate schedule. Charges for outside
services, expenses, and subconsultant work will be billed at 1.10
times the invoice amount.
D. TIME OF BEGINNING AND COMPLETION
Signing this form is authorization by the CLIENT for the
CONSULTANT to proceed with the work. Completion is as
noted in the letter agreement.
E. PAYMENT
Unless otherwise provided herein, CONSULTANT shall submit
monthly invoices for Basic, Additional or Special Services and
for Reimbursable Expenses each month for work actually
performed. If hourly, invoices will be based on labor and
expenses incurred. If lump sum, invoices will be based on the
percentage of work completed.
Payments not made within 60 days of the billing date shall bear
interest at the rate of 1% per month which is an annual interest
rate of 12%. In the event any portion of or all of an account
remains unpaid 90 days after billing, the CLIENT shall pay all
costs of collection, including reasonable attorney’s fees.
F. DELAYS
If the CONSULTANT is delayed at any time in the progress of
work by any act or neglect of the CLIENT or its agents,
employees or contractors, or by changes in the work, or by
extended reviews by the CLIENT, fire, unavoidable casualties,
or by any causes beyond the CONSULTANT’S control, the
time schedule shall be extended for a reasonable length of time,
and CONSULTANT’s compensation may be subject to
renegotiation for increased expenses due to escalation of prices,
extended services, relocation of other expenses incidental to
such delays.
G. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
All drawings, specifications, reports, records, and other work
products developed by the CONSULTANT in connection with
this project are instruments of service for this project only and
shall remain the property of the CONSULTANT whether the
project is completed or not. The CONSULTANT shall furnish
originals or copies of such work product to the CLIENT in
accordance with the services required hereunder. Reuse of any
of the work product of the CONSULTANT by the CLIENT on
an extension of this project or on any other project without the
written permission of the CONSULTANT shall be at the
CLIENT’S risk and the CLIENT agrees to defend, indemnify
and hold harmless the CONSULTANT from all claims,
damages, and expenses including attorneys fees arising out of
such unauthorized reuse by the CLIENT or by others acting
through the CLIENT. Any reuse or adaptation of the
CONSULTANT’S work product shall entitle the
CONSULTANT to equitable compensation.
H. INSURANCE
During the course of the services, the CONSULTANT shall
maintain Workmen’s Compensation Insurance in accordance
with the Workmen’s Compensation laws of the State of
Nebraska, Professional Liability Insurance in the amount
sufficient to cover CONSULTANT’S liability under paragraph
O. below, Automobile Liability of $150,000 per person,
$600,000 per occurrence, and Comprehensive General Liability
of $150,000 per person, $600,000 per occurrence. The
CONSULTANT shall provide certificates of insurance to the
CLIENT indicating compliance with this paragraph, if
requested.
I. TERMINATION
Either the CLIENT or the CONSULTANT may terminate this
Agreement at any time with or without cause upon giving the
other party seven (7) calendar days prior written notice. The
CLIENT shall within sixty (60) calendar days of termination
pay the CONSULTANT for all services rendered and all costs
incurred up to the date of termination, in accordance with the
compensation provisions of this contract.
J. DISPUTES
In an effort to resolve any conflicts that arise during the design
or construction of the project or following the completion of the
project, the CLIENT and the CONSULTANT agree that all
disputes between them arising out of or relating to this
Agreement shall be submitted to non-binding mediation unless
the parties mutually agree otherwise.
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K. GOVERNING LAW
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, this Agreement and the
interpretation thereof shall be governed by the law of the State
of Nebraska.
L. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
The CLIENT and the CONSULTANT each binds itself and its
partners, successors, executors, administrators and assigns to the
other party of this Agreement and to the partners, successors,
executors, administrators and assigns of such other party with
respect to all covenants of this Agreement. Neither party shall
assign or transfer its interest in this Agreement without the
written consent of the other.
M. EXTENT OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement represents the entire and integrated agreement
between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations and
representations. Nothing herein shall be deemed to create any
contractual relationship between the CONSULTANT and any
other CONSULTANT or contractor or material supplier on the
project, nor obligate it to furnish any notices required under
other such contracts, nor shall anything herein be deemed to
give anyone not a party to this Agreement any right of action
against a party which does not otherwise exist without regard to
this Agreement.
N. NOTICES
All notices and instructions given by either party to the other
shall be in writing, and shall be deemed to be properly served if
delivered to the address of record shown below, or if deposited
in the United States Mail properly stamped with the required
postage and addressed to such party at the address shown below.
The date of service of a notice sent by mail shall be deemed to
be the day following the date on which said notice is so
deposited. Either party hereto shall have the right to change its
address by giving the other party written notice thereof.
O. ACCURACY OF SERVICES AND LIMITATION
OF LIABILITY
The CONSULTANT shall use reasonable professional skill and
judgment in connection with services, hereunder, but does not
warrant that such services are without errors and/or omissions.
If, during the authorized use and prudent interpretation of
documents or advice furnished by the CONSULTANT, an error
or omission is discovered within a reasonable time, the
CONSULTANT shall be responsible for correction of any work
which must be removed or altered to meet the project
requirements, provided the CONSULTANT is given a
reasonable opportunity to make remedial recommendations and
to correct or arrange for the correction of the work itself. The
CONSULTANT will not be liable for the cost of procurement
of work or services performed in correcting such errors and/or
omissions where such work or services result in a value to the
Project over and above that which the original work or services
provided.
In providing opinions of probable construction cost, the
CLIENT understands that the CONSULTANT has no control
over costs or the price of labor, equipment or materials, or over
the Contractor’s method of pricing, and that the opinions of
probable construction costs provided herein are to be made on
the basis of the CONSULTANT’S qualifications, and
experience. The CONSULTANT makes no warranty,
expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of such opinions as
compared to bid or actual costs.
The CONSULTANT agrees, to the fullest extent permitted by
law, to indemnify and hold the CLIENT harmless from any
damage, liability or cost (including reasonable attorneys’ fees
and costs of defense) to the extent caused by the
CONSULTANT’S negligent acts, errors or omissions in the
performance of professional services under this Agreement and
those of his or her subconsultants or anyone for whom the
CONSULTANT is legally liable.
The CLIENT agrees, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to
indemnify and hold the CONSULTANT harmless from any
damage, liability or cost (including reasonable attorneys’ fees
and costs of defense) to the extent caused by the CLIENT’S
negligent acts, errors or omissions and those of his or her
contractors, subcontractors or consultants or anyone for whom
the CLIENT is legally liable, and arising from the project that is
the subject of this Agreement.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, and not withstanding any
other provision of this Agreement, the total liability, in the
aggregate, of the CONSULTANT and the CONSULTANT’S
officers, directors, partners, employees, agents and
subconsultants, and any of them, to the CLIENT and anyone
claiming by, through or under the CLIENT, for any and all
claims, losses, costs or damages of any nature whatsoever
arising out of, resulting from or in any way related to the Project
or the Agreement from any cause or causes, including but not
limited to the negligence, professional errors or omissions, strict
liability, breach of contract or warranty, express or implied, of
the CONSULTANT or the CONSULTANT’S officers,
directors, employees, agents or subconsultants, or any of them,
shall not exceed the total compensation received by the Design
Professional under this Agreement, or the total amount of
$50,000, whichever is less.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the CLIENT agrees to the terms of
these Special Provisions in conjunction with the attached Letter
Agreement:
CLIENT:___________________________________
By:
Title:
Date:
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-76
WHEREAS, in August 2013 ten (10) of the Nebraska H2O communities gathered
to begin work on the Nebraska H2O Construction/Post Construction Stormwater Management
Program Development – Phase I; and
WHEREAS, through Purchase Order No. 30109, in the amount of $6,421.22, the
City of Grand Island paid their portion of such work, which provided for finding the correct fit
for each community in design, review and submittal standards for building permits and platting
in connection with stormwater regulations; and
WHEREAS, the Nebraska H2O Communities are now ready to move forward
with Phase II of the Construction/Post Construction Stormwater Management Program
Development, which will develop post construction stormwater standards and procedures that
meet the minimum MS4 Permit requirements and can easily be adopted; and
WHEREAS, the total amount for Phase II services is $46,700.00, with the City’s
portion being $9,465.12; and
WHEREAS, fees for the participating communities have again been pro-rated
based on Nebraska H2O community population percentages.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the approval to proceed with Phase II
of the Construction/Post Construction Stormwater Management Program Development with
Felsburg, Holt and Ullevig is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-9
#2015-77 - Approving Request from the YMCA for Permission to
Use City Streets, Hike/Bike Trail, and State Highway for the 2015
State Fair Marathon/Half Marathon/Marathon Relay/5K
Race/Kids 1 Mile
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Consideration of Approving Request from the YMCA for
Permission to Use City Streets, Hike/Bike Trail, and
State Highway for the 2015 State Fair Marathon/Half
Marathon/Marathon Relay/5K Race/Kids 1 Mile
Item #’s:G-9
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
The YMCA in cooperation with the State Fair has expanded the Bill Seymour one half
marathon into several marathons. The YMCA is seeking Council approval and notice to
the Nebraska Department of Roads for the routes.
Discussion
The Marathons will be held the morning of Saturday, August 29, 2015. The Marathon
routes will require the use of City streets and bike trails, as well as crossing US Highway
34 and running in on lane of US Highway 30. Please see the attached maps for the
various routes.
State Statute 39-1359 requires the City Council to approve the route and for the City to
then inform the Nebraska Department of Roads that the route has approval if it closes or
blocks any part of a State highway. This is a requirement for any race, parade or march
that would create some closure of the highway. This action then makes the City
responsible for the liability of using a State highway for the event.
The Marathon planners from the YMCA and State Fair have met with public safety,
public works and the county highway department and other affected departments in
planning for the event. The routes being presented to the Council for approval have been
agreed upon as the best identified.
For information purposes, any future such event will need to be presented to the Council
if the event crosses or uses part of a State highway.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the YMCA’s presented routes
for the 2015 State Fair Marathons and direct that the Nebraska Department of Roads be
notified of this action.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-77
WHEREAS, the YMCA and State Fair have expanded the Bill Seymour half
marathon into several marathons; and
WHEREAS, the YMCA has worked with City and County departments in
planning the marathon race routes and developed acceptable routes; and
WHEREAS, specific wording is required by the Nebraska Department of Roads
(NDOR) pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat §39-1359, and
WHEREAS, the City accepts the duties set out in neb. Rev. Stat. §39-1359, and
that if a claim is made against the State, the City shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the
State from all claims, demands, actions, damages, and liability, including reasonable attorney’s
fees, that may arise as a result of the special event, more specifically defined as the 2015 State
Fair Marathon/Half Marathon/Marathon Relay/5K Race/Kids 1 Mile to be held on August 29,
2015; and
WHEREAS, the route for the special event necessitates the usage of US Highway
34; Wortman Drive to US Highway 281, and US Highway 30; Gunbarrel Road to 1st Street,
Grand Island, Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, the special event will be held on August 29, 2015, with the control
of US Highway 34 and US Highway 30 being assumed by the City at 6:00 am on August 29,
2015 and ending at 1:00 pm on August 29, 2015, at which time control of US Highway 34;
Wortman Drive to US Highway 281, and US Highway 30; Gunbarrel Road to 1st Street, shall
revert to the State.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Notice of Use of City Streets and
State Highways to accommodate the 2015 State Fair Marathon/Half Marathon/Marathon
Relay/5K Race/Kids 1 Mile to be held on August 29, 2015 is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Nebraska Department of Roads shall be
notified of the approved route and this Notice.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-10
#2015-78 - Approving Award of Proposal for Consulting Services
for Geospatial Data Collection of Grand Island’s Public
Stormwater Conveyance System - 2015
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Terry Brown PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Approving Award of Proposal for Consulting Services
for Geospatial Data Collection of Grand Island’s Public
Stormwater Conveyance System - 2015
Item #’s:G-10
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
A Request for Proposals (RFP) for consulting services for Geospatial Data Collection of
Grand Island’s Stormwater System was advertised in the Grand Island Independent on
February 10, 2015. The RFP was also sent to five (5) potential proposers by the
Engineering Division of the Public Works Department.
The collection of this geospatial data for the City’s stormwater system will assist with
mapping the stormwater as required by the National Pollution Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) stormwater permit. The mapping will also give the City information on
locations and elevations of all stormwater structures. This information will be utilized for
stormwater hydraulic modeling, comprehensive drainage planning, required mapping for
compliance with permit to identify Illicit Detection Discharge Elimination (IDDE) and
stormwater capital improvement planning. This survey will provide an accurate,
electronic, easily-accessible storm sewer map and database from which the staff can
quickly access valuable physical and historical information regarding the storm sewer
system.
Discussion
Two (2) proposals were opened on March 12, 2015 and reviewed and scored.
The estimate for this work was $60,000.00. Funds for the consulting services are in the
approved 2014/2015 budget and paid for using the LB1226 Stormwater Grant Fund
through the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ). This work
supports the City of Grand Island’s Stormwater Management Plan.
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The proposal submitted by EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc. of Lincoln,
Nebraska was scored as the best firm to complete the required work. The agreement will
be for surveying approximately 1,500 stormwater structures at $40.00 each, for a
potential amount up to $60,000.00. Previous surveys have completed 4,941 stormwater
structures.
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 award of the proposal to
EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc. of Lincoln, Nebraska.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the award of the proposal.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
FOR
STORMWATER GEOSPATIAL DATA COLLECTION
RFP DUE DATE:March 12, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
PUBLICATION DATE:February 10, 2015
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:5
SUMMARY OF PROPOSALS RECEIVED
EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc.JEO Consulting Group, Inc.
Lincoln, NE Lincoln, NE
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator William Clingman, Interim Finance Director
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Terry Brown, Assist. PW Director
P1799
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City of Grand Island Stormwater Survey Phases
Stormwater Survey Phases
Future
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-78
WHEREAS, the City Of Grand Island invited proposals for consulting services
for Geospatial Data Collection of Grand Island’s Storm Water System, according to the Request
For Proposals (RFP) on file with the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department; and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 2015 proposals were received, reviewed, and
evaluated in accordance with established criteria in the RFP; and
WHEREAS, EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc. of Lincoln,
Nebraska submitted a proposal in accordance with the terms of the Request for Proposals and all
statutory requirements contained therein and the City Procurement Code with the work
performed at $40.00 each for a possibility of 1,500 units for a potential total of $60,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the proposal of EA Engineering,
Science, and Technology, Inc. of Lincoln, Nebraska for consulting services for Geospatial Data
Collection of Grand Island’s Stormwater System is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-11
#2015-79 - Approving Purchase of a 2015 Truck for the Water
Department per State Bid
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Assistant Utilities Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Replacement of Water Division Vehicle #98 per State
Bid
Item #’s:G-11
Presenter(s):Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
The Department’s Water Division currently has a 1987 Ford F-350 truck with a nine foot
Omaha Standard dump box. Although this unit has only 37,000 miles on the odometer, it
is 28 years old and has spent a great deal of time running while stationary. It has also
seen many years of hauling heavy loads on its frame and chassis as this vehicle was used
as the Division’s primary dump truck for many years and has hauled concrete, dirt, mud,
sand, rock, sod, barricades and materials to and from water main breaks and other job
sites for those 25 years.
The dump box on Unit #98 has been re-built and re-welded several times as well as the
tailgate and it is becoming a safety issue. Even though the effort has been made to limit
the loading of the truck, the materials and equipment used on a daily basis by the Water
Shop have become larger and heavier over the years, and funds to replace this unit were
included in the 2014-15 Enterprise Fund 525 budget.
Discussion
A suitable replacement vehicle, a 2015 Ford F-450 Crew Cab 4x4, including a Badger
body upfit under State Contract #12929 from Anderson Auto Group of Lincoln,
Nebraska, in the amount of $58,488.00, is available on the Nebraska State Bid List.
These vehicles have gone through the State bid process and are available to municipal
entities. Department staff recommends the purchase of this vehicle.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the purchase of a new truck
for the Water Division under State Contract #12929 from Anderson Auto Group of
Lincoln, Nebraska, in the amount of $58,488.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the purchase of a new truck for the Water Division under State Contract
#12929 from Anderson Auto Group of Lincoln, Nebraska, in the amount of $58,488.00.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-79
WHEREAS, the Water Division of the Utilities Department for the City of Grand
Island, budgeted for a vehicle in the 2014/2015 fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, said vehicle, a 2015 F-450 Ford Crew Cab 4x4, including Badger
body upfit, can be obtained from the State Contract holder; and
WHEREAS, the State Contract holder, Anderson Auto Group of Lincoln, came in
with the low bid of $58,488.00 without exceptions; and
WHEREAS, purchasing the vehicle from the State Contract meets all statutory
bidding requirements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, the purchase of a new truck for the Water
Division under State Contract #12929 from Anderson Auto Group of Lincoln, Nebraska, in the
amount of $58,488.00, is hereby approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-12
#2015-80 - Approving Execution of a Confidentiality and Non-
Disclosure Agreement regarding Wind Energy with Invenergy
Wind Development LLC
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement with
Invenergy
Item #’s:G-12
Presenter(s):Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
The Utilities Department has made efforts to be involved in developing technologies
regarding renewable energy. Presently, the most cost effective form of renewable energy
is wind energy. Since 1998, the City’s Utilities Department has participated in a number
of Wind Turbine projects. Currently, the Utilities Department is participating in
Ainsworth Wind Farm, Elkhorn Ridge Wind Farm, Laredo Ridge Wind Farm and Broken
Bow Wind Farm.
Discussion
The use of fossil fuels for electricity production is coming under increasing scrutiny at
the national level and more restrictions and regulations are likely to be placed upon fossil
fuels, particularly coal. With the City’s primary energy supply being produced from coal,
the overall rate impact from environmental regulations could be significant.
City Council has instructed the Utilities Department to evaluate additional opportunities
as they arise. The Utilities Department has been approached by Invenergy regarding a
possible wind farm in North Central Nebraska. In order for Invenergy to discuss specific
pricing information with the Utilities Department, a Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure
Agreement must be signed.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
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1. Move to approve
2. Refer the issue to a Committee
3. Postpone the issue to a future date
4. Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement
be signed to allow detailed discussions with Invenergy.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement with Invenergy.
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CONFIDENTIALITY AND
NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT
This Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into as of March
24, 2015, by and between Invenergy Wind Development LLC, (“Invenergy”), and the City of
Grand Island, a Municipality, (“Counterparty”), referred to collectively as "Parties" and
individually as "Party."
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to exchange certain proprietary or confidential information
for the purpose of discussing power purchase agreement relating to electric generation to be
installed in Nebraska (the “Proposed Transaction”); and
WHEREAS, the Parties are willing to provide such information for such purpose in
accordance with the terms hereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, Invenergy and Counterparty do hereby mutually agree as follows:
1.Definitions.
a.“Counterparty” shall include any of Counterparty’s subsidiaries or affiliates.
b.“Confidential Information” shall mean all written, recorded, electronic or oral
information or data (including without limitation research, developmental,
engineering, manufacturing, technical, marketing, sales, financial, operating,
performance, cost, business and process information or data, know-how, and
computer programming and other software and software techniques) provided
(whether such confidentiality or proprietary status is indicated orally or, whether
or not the specific words "confidential" or "proprietary" are used) by one Party (a
“Disclosing Party”) to the other Party (a “Receiving Party”) in the course of the
exchange of such information or data between the Parties.
c.“Invenergy” shall include any of Invenergy’s subsidiaries or affiliates.
d.“Person” shall be broadly interpreted to include, without limitation, any
corporation, company, partnership, other entity or individual.
e.“Representatives” shall mean as to each Party, its directors, officers, employees,
agents and advisors (including, without limitation, financial advisors, attorneys
and accountants).
2.Confidentiality and Non-Use. In consideration of each Party's providing Confidential
Information, the Parties agree as follows:
a.The Receiving Party shall hold confidential and not disclose to any Person,
without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party, all Confidential
Information provided to it by the Disclosing Party and any information about the
Proposed Transaction, or the terms or conditions or any other facts relating
thereto, including, without limitation, the fact that discussions are taking place
with respect thereto or the status thereof, or the fact that Confidential Information
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has been made available to the Receiving Party or its Representatives; provided,
however, that the Receiving Party may disclose such Confidential Information to
its Representatives who are actively and directly participating in its evaluation of
the Proposed Transaction or who otherwise need to know the Confidential
Information for the purpose of evaluating the Proposed Transaction;
b.Each Party shall cause all its Representatives to observe the terms of this
Agreement and shall be responsible for any breach of the terms of this Agreement
by it or its Representatives; and
c.The Receiving Party shall return or destroy all Confidential Information
(including all copies thereof), within 30 days of receipt of a written request
therefore, excepting (subject to all restrictions on disclosure of this Agreement)
such Confidential Information that exists only as part of regularly generated
electronic backup data, destruction of which is not reasonably practicable.
d.In addition to the foregoing, each Party will not use the Confidential Information
(a) in any way detrimental to the other Party’s shareholders or (b) for any purpose
other than in connection with the Proposed Transaction between the Parties.
3.Exceptions to the Confidentiality and Non-Use Obligations. The obligations imposed by
Section 2 hereof shall not apply, or shall cease to apply, to any Confidential Information if
or when, but only to the extent that, such Confidential Information:
a.was known to the Receiving Party prior to the receipt of the Confidential
Information; or
b.was, or becomes through no breach of the Receiving Party's obligations
hereunder, known to the public; or
c.becomes known to the Receiving Party from sources other than the Disclosing
Party under circumstances not involving any breach of any confidentiality
obligation; or
d.is independently developed by the Receiving Party, as evidenced by the written
records thereof.
It shall not be a breach of the confidentiality obligations hereof for the Receiving Party to
disclose Confidential Information where, but only to the extent that, such disclosure is
required by applicable law or regulation, provided in such case the Receiving Party shall
(i) give the earliest notice possible to the Disclosing Party that such disclosure is or may
be required and (ii) cooperate in protecting such confidential or proprietary nature of the
Confidential Information which must so be disclosed.
4.No Further Agreements Hereunder. No joint venture or partnership shall be inferred by
this Agreement, and the Parties hereto shall be independent entities. Neither Party nor any
parent, subsidiary or affiliate thereof, shall be under any obligation to enter into any
further agreements with the other signatory hereto or its parents, subsidiaries or affiliates
of any nature whatsoever as a result of this Agreement. The Parties shall be free at all
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times to hold negotiations or enter into agreements with any other persons whatsoever
(including with respect to projects under discussion by the Parties hereto) in addition to or
in lieu of the discussions hereunder and any such activities shall not be a breach of this
agreement or any obligations owed to the other Party hereunder. Each Party hereto
reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to decline and make, to retract or to reject at any
time any proposal which has not yet become legally binding by execution of a written
agreement between the Parties with respect thereto or with respect to any further
agreements or business arrangements with the other Party hereto, its parents, subsidiaries
or affiliates and to terminate all further discussions and negotiations.
5.No Representations and Warranties/ No License. The Parties make no representation or
warranties, express or implied, of any kind to the other with respect to the Confidential
Information, including without limitation with respect to the accuracy or completeness
thereof. Any representations or warranties shall be made thereby, if at all, only in
definitive written agreements that may be entered into hereafter. Nothing contained in this
Agreement shall be construed as granting or conferring any right or license, express or
implied, in or to any Confidential Information disclosed to the Receiving Party, including
without limitation any patent, trademark and/or copyright.
6.Termination; Duration of Obligations. Unless sooner terminated by mutual written
Agreement of the Parties hereto, this Agreement and the obligations hereunder shall
terminate two (2) years from the date hereof.
7.Entire Agreement. This Agreement represents the entire understanding and agreement of
the Parties and supersedes all prior communications, agreements and understandings
between the Parties relating to the subject matter hereof. Parol or extrinsic evidence shall
not be used to vary or contradict the express terms of this Agreement, and recourse shall
not be had to alleged prior dealings or course of performance to explain or supplement the
express terms of this Agreement.
8.Waivers; Amendments; Assignment; Counterparts. This Agreement may not be
modified, amended or waived except by a written instrument duly executed by both
Parties. No failure or delay by either Party in exercising any right, power or privilege
hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise thereof
preclude any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any right, power or
privilege hereunder. This Agreement may not be assigned by either Party without the
prior written consent of the other and shall be binding on, and inure to the benefit of, the
respective successors of the Parties thereto. This Agreement may be signed in two or
more counterpart originals, each of which shall constitute an original document.
9.Governing Law; Disputes. This Agreement is made subject to and shall be construed
under the laws of the State of Illinois, without giving effect to its principles or rules
regarding conflicts of laws, and that the state and federal courts situated in the State of
Illinois shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any disputes with respect to this
Agreement or the Confidential Information with each Party irrevocably consenting to the
jurisdiction thereof for any actions, suits or proceedings arising out of or relating to this
Agreement or the Confidential Information, and each Party irrevocably waives its rights to
jury trials with respect thereto. In the event of any litigation hereunder, the prevailing
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Party shall be entitled to costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.
10.Remedies. Each Party, in regards to its confidentiality obligations herein, acknowledges
that the other Party would be irreparably injured by a breach of this Agreement, and the
non-breaching Party, in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity, shall
be entitled to relief, including injunctive relief and specific performance, in the event of
any breach of the provisions of this Agreement by the breaching Party. Any such relief
shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of, money damages or any other legal or equitable
remedy available to the non-breaching Party.
[SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the Parties has caused this Agreement to be executed
by their respective, fully authorized representatives as of the date first written above.
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, INVENERGY WIND DEVELOPMENT
NEBRASKA LLC
By:By:
Name:Name:
Title:Title:
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-80
WHEREAS, the Utilities Department has made efforts to be involved in
developing technologies regarding renewable energy; and
WHEREAS, wind energy is the most cost effective form of renewable energy at
the current time; and
WHEREAS, the use of fossil fuels for electricity production is coming under
increasing scrutiny at the national level and more restrictions and regulations are likely to be
placed upon fossil fuels, particularly coal; and
WHEREAS, the Utilities Department has been approached by Invenergy
regarding a possible wind farm in North Central Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, in order for Invenergy to discuss specific pricing information with
the Utilities Department, a Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement must be signed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island enter into a
Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement with Invenergy, and that the Mayor is designated
to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
______________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-13
#2015-81 - Approving Bid Award for Heartland Public Shooting
Park Entry Road Rehabilitation/Replacement
Staff Contact: Todd McCoy
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Todd McCoy, Parks and Recreation Director
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Approving Heartland Public Shooting Park Entry Road
Rehabilitation/Replacement
Item #’s:G-13
Presenter(s):Todd McCoy, Parks and Recreation Director
Background
The Heartland Public Shooting Park entry road was constructed in the early 1940’s as
part of the network of roads development of the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant.
The seventy year old road is in disrepair and in need for update.
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Surface prep and a four inch asphalt overlay of the existing road was a repair option
recommended by design consultant Speece/Lewis. The overlay fits the budget and goals
of the staff and HPSP stakeholders. An alternate bid was included to asphalt around the
existing shop building to enhance loading and delivery access.
Discussion
On February 28, 2015 the bid was advertised for HPSP Entry Road
Rehabilitation/Replacement. Three firms responded to the bid.
Bid Price Alternate Bid
Contractors, Inc., Lincoln, NE $235,037.60 $34,604.00
Gary Smith Construction, Grand Island, NE $234,327.60 $30,437.50
J.I.L. Asphalt Paving Co., Grand Island, NE $183,034.80 $22,109.90
Staff recommends accepting the low bid from J.I.L. Asphalt Paving Co. in the amount of
$183,034.80 and the alternate bid of $22,109.90 for a total contracted amount of
$205,144.70. Funding for this project is budgeted in the 2014-2015 Capital Improvement
Fund.
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
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4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the bid from J.I.L. Asphalt
Paving Co. in the amount of $183,034.80 and the alternate bid of $22,109.90 for a total
contracted amount of $205,144.70.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid from J.I.L. Asphalt Paving Co. in the amount of $183,034.80
and the alternate bid of $22,109.90 for a total contracted amount of $205,144.70.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:March 12, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.
FOR:Heartland Public Shooting Park Entry Road Rehabilitation/
Replacement
DEPARTMENT:Parks & Recreation
ESTIMATE:$235,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:40040650-90180
PUBLICATION DATE:February 28, 2015
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:5
SUMMARY
Bidder:Constructors J.I.L. Asphalt Paving Co.
Lincoln, NE Grand Island, NE
Bid Security:Universal Surety Co.Granite RE, Inc.
Exceptions:None None
Bid Price:$235,037.60 $183,034.80
Alternate Bid:$ 34,604.00 $ 22,109.90
Bidder:Gary Smith Construction Co., Inc.
Grand Island, NE
Bid Security:Inland Insurance Co.
Exceptions:None
Bid Price:$234,327.60
Alternate Bid:$ 30,437.50
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator William Clingman, Interim Finance Director
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Terry Brown, PW Engineer
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-81
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for the Heartland Public
Shooting Park Entry Road Rehabilitation/Replacement, according to plans and specifications on
file with the Parks and Recreation Department; and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 2015, three (3) bids were received, opened and
reviewed; and
WHEREAS, J.I.L. Asphalt Paving Co. from Grand Island, Nebraska submitted a
bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids, plans and specifications and all
other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $183,034.80 and
an alternate bid of $22,109.90 for a total contracted amount of $205,144.70.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of J.I.L. Asphalt Paving Co.
from Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $183,034.80 and an alternate bid of $22,109.90
for a total contracted amount of $205,144.70 for Heartland Public Shooting Park Entry Road
Rehabilitation/Replacement is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item G-14
#2015-82 - Approving Grant Application to United States Tennis
Association for Ryder Park Tennis Courts
Staff Contact: Todd McCoy, Parks & Recreation Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Todd McCoy, Parks and Recreation Director
Charley Falmlen, Community Development Specialist
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:United States Tennis Association Grant Application
Item #’s:G-14
Presenter(s):Charley Falmlen, Community Development Specialist
Todd McCoy, Parks and Recreation Director
Background
The City of Grand Island’s Community Development Division is proposing to submit a
grant application to the United States Tennis Association (USTA) by the grant deadline
of April 2nd. The application will be requesting $50,000 from the USTA to assist in
funding the proposed $330,000 re-construction/expansion of the tennis courts located at
Ryder Park.
This grant application marks the first attempt by the City of Grand Island to obtain
support from the USTA and City staff has maintained communication with USTA staff
about the progress of the Ryder Park Tennis Court expansion. The USTA has provided
technical assistance and consultation in the Ryder Park Tennis Court expansion process
and has already reviewed the outline of the expansion project. After their formal
involvement and review of the project, the USTA chose to forward a formal grant
application to the City of Grand Island.
Funding from the United States Tennis Association will cover 20% of the total project
cost, and the grant is administered by the National Office. The remaining funds for this
project are represented as follows: a confirmed $16,000 from the Regional Office of the
United States Tennis Association, $175,000 from the City of Grand Island 2014-2015
Parks and Recreation Budget, and a confirmed $90,000 from the Grand Island Tennis
Association.
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Discussion
The City of Grand Island Parks and Recreation Department plans for the improvement of
the tennis courts at Ryder Park by demolishing the three existing 78’ courts and replacing
them with six new 78’ courts.
The tennis courts at Ryder Park are currently used for various programs that involve
youth and adults. It also serves as the official court of the Grand Island Central Catholic
Tennis Team. This expansion would allow the City of Grand Island to partner with the
Grand Island Tennis Association in offering more tennis amenities to the public including
a large increase in programs available to children. Additional programs being offered by
the expansion would include USTA Summer Tournaments for Juniors and Adults, Men’s
and Women’s evening leagues, 10 and Under Programs and subsequent Tournaments,
and Parks and Rec’s “Tennis in Parks” program expansion.
Alternatives
The Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council
may:
1.Approve the application for the United States Tennis Association.
2.Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that Council approves the application for the United
States Tennis Association and authorize the Mayor to sign all related documents.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the grant application for the United States Tennis Association and
authorize the Mayor to sign all related documents.
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2015 Facility Grant Application
Grant Summary and Eligibility
The United States Tennis Association is pleased to offer the 2015 USTA Facility Grant. The grant is for facilities open to the public.
All communities completing the application must have received the electronic application from
facilities@usta.com
Grant Categories:
Category I: Basic Facility Improvements: including fixed court amenities (i.e. backboards,
fencing, windscreens, etc). Grants up to 50% of the total project cost ($4,000 max)
Category II: Resurfacing: Resurfacing of existing courts at tennis facilities. Lighting. Grants
up to 20% of the total project cost ($35,000 max)
Category III: New Construction or Existing Facility Reconstruction & Expansion: Grants
up to 20% of the total project cost ($50,000 max)
Grant Deadlines and Award Announcements
• 2015 Applications will be offered and reviewed on an ongoing monthly basis.
• Applicants will receive feedback within 30 days of submission from their project
consultant.
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Use this page as a resource when completing the application
A. Facility Information.
1. Facility Name – please give the entire name
(i.e., City of Smashville: John Racquet
Memorial Park Tennis Complex). 2. Facility Address - please give the physical
location of the courts.
3. Facility E-mail/website – The webpage can be facility specific or a city/gov. web page that gives information on tennis court hours/times,
costs and program information.
4. USTA Section – visit www.usta.com and select ‘find a section’ from the top right of the
page to determine your section.
5. Number of Courts at Facility – please
indicate the total # 78’, 60’ & 36’ currently at the facility and the total number that will be at the facility after construction/reconstruction or
new lines are added
6. Type of Surface – please give the number of courts with each type of surface specified. Information is easily determined by court
surface contractors.
7. Date of when courts were first constructed -If you do not know an exact date, please indicate estimated date
8. USTA Membership # (required) - This can
be a facility membership or sponsoring association membership, but not an individual membership.
9. Please confirm which level of funding you
are seeking.
B. Agency / Applicant information.
1. Organization Name – agency that owns the existing or proposed tennis facility.
2. Applicant Name – if different than the owner
of the tennis facility.
3. Contact person – person who may be
contacted during the grant application review
process to answer questions on the request.
4. Address - complete mailing address of
applicant.
5. E-mail address of contact person.
6. Phone numbers for contact person; please
give descriptor (i.e. cell, work, recreation
center) and include extensions if needed to
reach the contact.
C. Information about Improvements.
1. Describe improvements – This must be a
written description and should identify
improvements completed to date and those improvements for which the applicant wishes
funding assistance.
2. Photographs – required of all sites for
improvement (even if it is undeveloped land) All photos should be uploaded
to the link provided in the email.
3. Detailed timeline from conception to
completion. Include dates of fundraisers and award notifications
of pending grants.
4. Detailed sketch of the tennis court
area(s) (Cat I and II). Include: - Dimensions from baselines to fixed
obstruction (fences, light poles,
walls, etc.)
- Dimensions from sidelines to fixed
obstructions (fences, light poles, walls, etc.)
- Dimensions between the courts
- Locations and width of gates
Or, detailed construction drawings of the proposed project (Cat III only)
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Use this page as a resource when completing the application
D. Funding Information.
1. Grant amount requesting – the amount
must not exceed the allowable amount per category.
Total estimated cost: This total should reflect
only facility upgrades authorized. The cost of the project cannot include construction work already completed.
2. Total amount of committed local funds
available – please indicate the amount of
money that is currently committed to the project. The FUNDS column must include committed funds currently available – attach
proof of committed funds (i.e. award letters of
other grants, letter of committed funds from
Park and Recreation Director, or minutes of a budget meeting). The EXPENSES column should give the costs of professional fees,
material costs, and administrative fees
specifically. Do not include costs for construction already completed. 3. A W9 will be requested if awarded funds.
4. Attach proof of committed funds (i.e. award
letters of other grants, letter of committed funds from Park and Recreation Director, or minutes of a budget meeting, bank account statements,
etc.).
5. Bids and prices should be dated within 3 months of application submission date.
E. Facility’s Potential.
1. Facility media or marketing plan to attract
players/publicize success 2. Provide details on current and planned
programming for the tennis facility to include
lessons, tournaments, league play and
cooperative efforts with schools and other tennis organizations, including USTA Sections.
Provide copies of newsletters, brochures and
other literature demonstrating programs and
how tennis is promoted in the community. The
Program Plan should outline existing tennis programming and the anticipated tennis
programming post renovation.
3. Commitment letter must be from the owner
of the facility and should demonstrate the ability of the owner to provide continued
programming and maintenance.
F. Certification.
1. If the facility owner and applicant are two
separate organizations, both must sign and
date the certification.
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A. Facility Information:
1. Facility Name:
2. Facility Address (street):
(city, state and
zip):
3. Facility E-mail Address and/or Website*:
4.
USTA
Section:
5. Number of Courts at Facility: Existing 78’ 60’ 36’ At completion: 78’ 60’ 36’
6. Type of Surface: Hard Clay
If the courts are hard, please
indicate: Asphalt Concrete Other:_________
7. Year the courts were originally constructed: Last Resurfaced:
8. USTA Membership #:
*By providing your e-mail address you authorize the USTA and any Official Sponsors to contact you via electronic mail.
9. Please confirm the level of funding for which you are applying:
Category Description Funding Amount Requested
Level of Funding
Category I Basic facility improvements including
fixed court amenities (i.e.
backboards, fencing,
windscreens, etc.)
Up to 50% of total project cost ($4,000 maximum).
Category II Resurfacing of existing
courts and/or Lighting.
Up to 20% of total project cost
($35,000 maximum).
Category III New construction, existing
facility reconstruction and/or expansion.
Up to 20% of total project cost
($50,000 maximum).
USTA Use Only TPA No. _______________
Submitted On _______________
Meet requirements: ____________
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B. Agency/Applicant Information:
1. Organization Name:
2. Applicant Name:
3. Contact Person:
4. Address:
5. E-mail address:
6. Phone numbers: Primary: Alternate:
C. Information about Improvements: All applicants must submit:
1. Description of planned improvements
2. Photographs of the existing property
3. A detailed timeline
4. Detailed sketch or construction drawings
a. Category I and II applicants must include 1 copy of a detailed sketch of the tennis court area(s). Detailed construction drawings may be required of Category II applicants
depending on the scope of project. Your USTA National project consultant will
communicate this to you if needed.
b. Category III applicants must include 1 copy of detailed construction drawings of the proposed project. Plans must provide sufficient dimensional information to ascertain
adequacy of court(s) size and placement on the property. Please refer to the “Typical
Construction Document Contents” information distributed with the application.
Please note that you may have previously submitted this material to your Project Consultant during the Technical Phase of this process. But, these documents are required again for the grant
committee to make a funding decision. Submit the information that has been approved by the
Technical Committee. Submitting an un-approved scope of work will delay the funding decision.
Label all attachments with the facility name and TPA # and upload to the link provided.
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D. Funding Information:
1. Grant amount requesting: $ Total estimated cost of project: $
2. Total amount of committed local funds available now: $
Funds
Please attach proof
Amount Expenses Amount
USTA National office Professional Fees
USTA Section office Construction Costs
USTA District office Other Costs (specify)
Park and Recreation
Government Grants
Foundations
Corporations
Fundraising Efforts
Local Sponsors
Others (specify)
Total Funds Total Expenses
If Total Expenses exceed Total Funds, please explain how the difference will be covered:
3. If granted, make the check(s) payable to:
4. Provide letters of commitment from all funding sources identified above.
5. Provide professional estimates, bids or actual costs. Estimates, bids and/or actual costs must match
expense amounts presented above and reflect the improvements identified in the description of planned improvements provided in item C1 above.
E. Facility’s Potential
1. Media/Marketing Plan: Briefly describe how a USTA grant would grow and/or enhance the game
of tennis in the community (i.e. increased number of players and programs). Describe how the
community/tennis facility will commit to publicizing the grant, the participants, the local donors,
and post renovation programs.
2. Provide a detailed tennis programming plan identifying the current tennis programs provided at
the facility, and plans for future tennis programming after proposed improvements are completed.
Priority for funding is given to facilities that can and will use 36’ & 60’ courts and/or blended lines.
3. Submit certification letter from the facility owner on letterhead agreeing to a five year period of
ongoing programming and facility maintenance. The letter should specifically indicate the facility
will remain open to the public during commitment period that starts when the funded project is
complete.
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F. Certification
By signing this application, the application certifies that the information provided with this
application is true and correct, and agrees to the following:
• The facility agrees, if requested, to disclose or provide information regarding all usage fees
prior to grant assistance.
• The facility will comply with all applicable A.D.A. requirements and remain open to the
public
• The facility will provide a safe, properly constructed and functional facility, including other
amenities (i.e. shade areas, water fountains, backboards, lighting, etc.) to make the game
of tennis more enjoyable and to encourage the growth of tennis.
• The facility will provide photos and documentation of publicity after renovations
• The facility will be constructed as approved by the USTA’s Technical Team
• As a requirement of acceptance of USTA funding, the facility agrees to develop new tennis
players by providing clinics, beginner or retention programs. These programs must be
identified in detail within the application.
• Incomplete applications will result in the application being returned without consideration for
funding.
• I understand that if this application is successfully funded the amount awarded will be
distributed on a draw basis as accountability forms are submitted to and approved by the
USTA.
Applicant (PRINT) Facility Representative (PRINT) Needed if applicant does not represent facility owner
Signature
Signature
Date Date
Any photographs, brochures, or materials submitted in connection with this application are
considered the property of the USTA and will not be returned. By submitting this application,
applicant grants to the USTA and its assignees the right to use facility’s name, history,
description, photograph, rendering, or any other materials submitted in connection with this
application for any and all promotional purposes.
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Check list – please include this checklist with the application and retain one copy of each application component for your records.
DID YOU REMEMBER TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING? (1 COPY OF EACH) Check Here:
Pages 4-7 of the application
Description of Improvements C1
Supporting photos C2
Project time line C3
Cat I or II Drawings with court dimensions C4
Cat III Construction documents C4
Proof of committed funds D4
Estimates or bids and/or Price list D5
Marketing plan E1
Program Plan E2
Facility owner’s commitment E3
Important Reminders:
Submit application to the link that is provided to you in the email
When uploading your documents, be sure to add a label (i.e. application, drawings, photos, program, letter of support, etc.)
If you need help, call or e-mail your project consultant.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-82
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, will seek the opportunity to
apply for a $50,000 grant request from United States Tennis Association; and
WHEREAS the City will submit an application regarding the demolition and
expansion of the Ryder Park Tennis Courts; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island will submit an application as a result of
project readiness, signified by the financial understanding of City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island, Nebraska is
hereby authorized to apply for a $50,000 grant request from the United States Tennis Association
; and
The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute documentation on behalf of the City of
Grand Island for such process.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item I-1
#2015-83 - Consideration of Approving Letter of Support for
Essential Air Service (EAS) to the Department of Transportation
(DOT)
Staff Contact: Marlan Ferguson
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator
Meeting:March 24, 2015
Subject:Essential Air Service Recommendation
Item #’s:I-1
Presenter(s):Mike Olson, AAE, Executive Director
Hall County Airport Authority
Background
The Department of Transportation developed a program entitled Essential Air Service
(EAS) several years ago to assure that smaller rural communities would be provided with
passenger air service. The program provides subsidies to commercial air carriers to offset
the cost of offering such service in areas where ridership cannot be to the level to achieve
profitability. This program is intended to help small communities in economic
development, community development and population stabilization. Hall County has
benefited from this program over the last few years by assuring that the area continued
flight service for citizens and businesses.
Every two years the Department of Transportation asks for proposals from air carriers for
the various EAS communities for the continuation of air service. One proposal from
American Airlines was submitted for the Central Nebraska Regional Airport. A summary
of the proposal is attached for City Council review.
Discussion
The Airport Authority Board, in a letter to Mayor Jensen, is requesting concurrence from
the City for the formal request to the Department of Transportation for the Essential Air
Service. This is a requirement of the DOT on matters such as this.
On March 11, 2015 the Hall County Airport Authority conducted a public meeting to
discuss the bids for Essential Air Service to Grand Island, NE. The Hall County Airport
Authority is recommending American Airlines to the Department of Transportation
(DOT) for air service for the Central Nebraska Regional Airport under the Essential Air
Service Program.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council accept the recommendation of the Hall
County Airport Authority Board submitted by American Airlines and authorize the
Mayor to send a letter to the Department of Transportation expressing support of such
proposal.
Sample Motion
Move to accept the recommendation of the Hall County Airport Authority Board
submitted by American Airlines and authorize the Mayor to send a letter to the
Department of Transportation expressing support of such proposal.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-83
WHEREAS, the Central Nebraska Regional Airport has been working diligently
to improve the air service options available to central Nebraskans and to increase the number of
enplanements from the Central Nebraska Regional Airport; and
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2015, the Hall County Airport Authority Board
approved Resolution #15-25 authorizing a recommendation to the Department of Transportation
to allow American Airlines to provide thirteen (13) weekly round trip nonstop flights to
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas; and
WHEREAS, the recommendation would serve more passengers in central
Nebraska, and would be the best use of federal Essential Air Service subsidies, and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island supports the efforts to increase affordable,
convenient options for air travel for central Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, increased air traffic to serve central Nebraska would be a valuable
asset to the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor and City Council of the
City of Grand Island hereby pledge their full support, endorsement, and cooperation with the
efforts of the Hall County Airport Authority in submitting a recommendation to the Department
of Transportation seeking Essential Air Service improvement funding to allow American
Airlines to provide thirteen (13) weekly round trip nonstop flights to Dallas/Fort Worth
International Airport in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to send a
letter to the Department of Transportation expressing support of such proposal.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item I-2
#2015-84 - Consideration of Amendment to the Redevelopment
Plan for CRA Area 2 for Site Specific Redevelopment Plan Located
at 1616 S. Eddy Street
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-3.
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
March 20, 2015 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2015-84
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, a municipal corporation and city of the
first class, has determined it be desirable to undertake and carry out urban redevelopment
projects in areas of the City which are determined to be substandard and blighted and in need of
redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, the Nebraska Community Development Law, Chapter 18, Article 21,
Nebraska Reissue Revised Statutes of 2007, as amended (the "Act"), prescribes the requirements
and procedures for the planning and implementation of redevelopment projects; and
WHEREAS, the City has previously declared Redevelopment Area No. 2 of the City to
be substandard and blighted and in need of redevelopment pursuant to the Act; and
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska (the "Authority"), has prepared a Redevelopment Plan pursuant to Section 18-2111 of
the Act, and recommended the Redevelopment Plan to the Planning Commission of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City reviewed the Redevelopment Plan
pursuant to the Act and submitted its recommendations, to the City, pursuant to Section 18-2114
of the Act; and
WHEREAS, following consideration of the recommendations of the Authority to the
Planning Commission, the recommendations of the Planning Commission to the City, and
following the public hearing with respect to the Redevelopment Plan, the City approved the Plan;
and
WHEREAS, there has been presented to the City by the Authority for approval a specific
Redevelopment Project within the Redevelopment Plan and as authorized in the Redevelopment
Plan, such project to be as follows: property acquisition, site preparation, planning activities
utilities extensions, landscaping, and fees associated with the redevelopment project. All
redevelopment activities will occur in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, the City published notices of a public hearing and mailed notices as required
pursuant to Section 18-2115 of the Act and has, on the date of the Resolution held a public
hearing on the proposal to amend the Redevelopment Plan to include the Redevelopment Project
described above.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska:
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1.The Redevelopment Plan of the City approved for Redevelopment Area No.2 in the city
of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, including the Redevelopment Project described
above, is hereby determined to be feasible and in conformity with the general plan for the
development of the City of Grand Island as a whole and the Redevelopment Plan,
including the Redevelopment Project identified above, is in conformity with the
legislative declarations and determinations set forth in the Act; and it is hereby found and
determined that (a) the redevelopment project in the plan would not be economically
feasible without the use of tax-increment financing, (b) the redevelopment project would
not occur in the community redevelopment area without the use of tax-increment
financing, and (c) the costs and benefits of the redevelopment project, including costs and
benefits to other affected political subdivisions, the economy of the community, and the
demand for public and private services have been analyzed by the City and have been
found to be in the long-term best interest of the community impacted by the
redevelopment project. The City acknowledges receipt of notice of intent to enter into
the Redevelopment Contract in accordance with Section 18-2119 of the Act and of the
recommendations of the Authority and the Planning Commission with respect to the
Redevelopment Contract.
2.Approval of the Redevelopment Plan is hereby ratified and reaffirmed, as amended by
this Resolution, and the Authority is hereby directed to implement the Redevelopment
Plan in accordance with the Act.
3.Pursuant to Section 18-2147 of the Act, ad valorem taxes levied upon real property in the
Redevelopment Project included or authorized in the Plan which is described above shall
be divided, for a period not to exceed 15 years after the effective date of this provision,
which effective date shall be January 1, 2016 as follows:
a.That proportion of the ad valorem tax which is produced by levy at the rate fixed
each year by or for each public body upon the Redevelopment Project Valuation
(as defined in the Act) shall be paid into the funds of each such public body in the
same proportion as all other taxes collected by or for the bodies; and
b.That proportion of the ad valorem tax on real property in the Redevelopment
Project in excess of such amount, if any, shall be allocated to, is pledged to, and,
when collected, paid into a special fund of the Authority to pay the principal of,
the interest on, and any premiums due in connection with the bonds, loans, notes
or advances of money to, or indebtedness incurred by, whether funded, refunded,
assumed, or otherwise, such Authority for financing or refinancing, in whole or in
part, such Redevelopment Project. When such bonds, loans, notes, advances of
money, or indebtedness, including interest and premium due have been paid, the
Authority shall so notify the County Assessor and County Treasurer and all ad
valorem taxes upon real property in such Redevelopment Project shall be paid
into the funds of the respective public bodies.
c.The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute and file with the
Treasurer and Assessor of Hall County, Nebraska, an Allocation Agreement and
Notice of Pledge of Taxes with respect to each Redevelopment Project.
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4.The City hereby finds and determines that the proposed land uses and building
requirements in the Redevelopment Area are designed with the general purposes of
accomplishing, in accordance with the general plan for development of the City, a
coordinated, adjusted and harmonious development of the City and its environs which
will, in accordance with present and future needs, promote health, safety, morals, order,
convenience, prosperity; and the general welfare, as well as efficiency and economy in
the process of development; including, among other things, adequate provision for traffic,
vehicular parking, the promotion of safety from fire, panic, and other dangers, adequate
provision for light and air, the promotion of a healthful and convenient distribution of
population, the provision of adequate transportation, water, sewerage, and other public
utilities, schools, parks, recreation and community facilities, and other public
requirements, the promotion of sound design and arrangement, the wise and efficient
expenditure of public funds, and the prevention of the recurrence of unsanitary or unsafe
dwelling accommodations, or conditions of blight.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2015.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Council Session
Item J-1
Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of March 11, 2015
through March 24, 2015
The Claims for the period of March 11, 2015 through March 24, 2015 for a total amount of
$4,759,980.82. A MOTION is in order.
Staff Contact: William Clingman
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