04-25-2017 City Council Regular Meeting Packet
City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
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, April 25, 2017
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 Edgar Schambach, St. Pauls Lutheran Church, 1515
South Harrison Street
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
A - SUBMITTAL OF REQUESTS FOR FUTURE ITEMS
Individuals who have appropriate items for City Council consideration should complete the Request for
Future Agenda Items form located at the Information Booth. If the issue can be handled administratively
without Council action, notification will be provided. If the item is scheduled for a meeting or study
session, notification of the date will be given.
B - RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
This is an opportunity for individuals wishing to provide input on any of tonight's agenda items to reserve
time to speak. Please come forward, state your name and address, and the Agenda topic on which you will
be speaking.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item E-1
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2241 N. Diers
Avenue - Menard
Council action will take place under Consent Agenda item G-5.
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Acquisition of Utility Easement – 2241 N. Diers Ave -
Menard
Presenter(s):Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
Nebraska State Law requires that acquisition of property must be approved by City
Council. The Utilities Department needs to acquire utility easement relative to the
property of John R. Menard, through a part of Lot One (1) and Lot Two (2), Menard
Eighth Subdivision, in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska (2241 N. Diers
Avenue), in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power
appurtenances, including lines and transformers.
Discussion
A new retail tire store is proposed to be built at 2241 N. Diers Avenue. The Utilities
Department has an existing easement located across the property. To accommodate
construction of the new building, the existing high voltage underground power line needs
to be relocated. The proposed easement provides the location and access for the
installation, operation and maintenance of the relocated power line that serves existing
infrastructure and the transformer for the new development.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Make a motion to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4. Take no action on the issue
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the resolution for the
acquisition of the easement for one dollar ($1.00).
Sample Motion
Move to approve acquisition of the Utility Easement.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item E-2
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement at 1729 North St
Paul Road (Rico)
Council action will take place under Consent Agenda item G-7.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement at
1729 North St Paul Road (Rico)
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Nebraska State Statutes stipulate that the acquisition of property requires a public hearing
to be conducted with the acquisition approved by the City Council.
A public utility easement is needed from the property owner of 1729 North St Paul Road
to accommodate sanitary sewer service to 1731 1733 St Paul Road from the City’s
sanitary sewer main. The easement will allow for the construction, operation,
maintenance, extension, repair, replacement, and removal of public utilities within the
easement.
Discussion
To allow for the accommodation of public utilities, mainly sanitary sewer, to serve 1731
1733 St Paul Road it is requested that a utility easement be acquired by the City of Grand
Island according to the attached sketch from the property owner of 1729 North St Paul
Road.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council conduct a Public Hearing and approve
the acquisition of the easement.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the acquisition of the easement.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item E-3
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Drainage/Utility Easement at
2535 & 2541 Idaho Avenue (Hastings Ventures, LLC)
Council action will take place under Consent Agenda item G-8.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Public Hearing on Acquisition of Drainage/Utility
Easement at 2535 & 2541 Idaho Avenue (Hastings
Ventures, LLC)
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Nebraska State Statutes stipulate that the acquisition of property requires a public hearing
to be conducted with the acquisition approved by the City Council.
A public drainage/utility easement is needed within the properties addressed as 2535
Idaho Avenue and 2541 Idaho Avenue to accommodate further development of the
Woodland Park 16th Subdivision. The easement will allow for the construction, operation,
maintenance, extension, repair, replacement, and removal of public utilities within the
easement.
Discussion
To allow for further development and the accommodation of public utilities it is
requested that a drainage/utility easement be acquired by the City of Grand Island
according to the attached sketch. Such easement will be within the properties addressed
as 2535 Idaho Avenue and 2541 Idaho Avenue.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council conduct a Public Hearing and approve
the acquisition of the easement.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the acquisition of the easement.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item E-4
Public Hearing on the Development of 2017-2018 Annual Action
Plan for CDBG Activities
Council action will take place under Request and Referrals item H-1.
Staff Contact: Charley Falmlen
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Charley Falmlen, Community Development
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Public Hearing on the Development of 2017-2018
Annual Action Plan for CDBG Activities
Presenter(s):Charley Falmlen, Community Development
Administrator
Background
Grand Island became an Entitlement Community in September 2015. A large part of the
planning process for this Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) model is the
creation of the 3, 4 or 5-year Consolidated Plan, and the Annual Action Plan. The
Consolidated Plan represents the City’s goals for CDBG funding in broad scope, it
identifies the areas and focus of CDBG priorities.
The City has chosen to complete a 3-year Consolidated Plan which is currently in place
and covers the time period of 2016-2018. The Five Priorities outlined in the Consolidated
Plan are as follows in order of identified importance:
•Increase Quality & Affordable Housing Options
•Cultivate Small and Emerging Businesses
•Support Public Services for Neighborhoods and Vulnerable Populations
•Improve Public Facilities
•Create Re-Investment Opportunities in Downtown
The Annual Action Plan breaks down the priorities and lists specific dollar amounts and
which projects will be funded in the assigned year. A separate Annual Action Plan is
prepared for each Fiscal Year. The public hearing today is to discuss the planned
programs for the 2017-2018 Annual Action Plan.
Discussion
Projects being considered for the 2017 Annual Action Plan are outlined in the Power
Point presentation.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Accept the Development of 2017-2018 Annual Action Plan for CDBG
Activities.
2.Do not accept the Development of 2017-2018 Annual Action Plan for CDBG
Activities.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council accept the Development of 2017-2018
Annual Action Plan for CDBG Activities.
Sample Motion
Move to accept the Development of 2017-2018 Annual Action Plan for CDBG Activities.
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Development of 2017 Action Plan for
CDBG Activities
March 22, 2016
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Objective
To inform the public of the priorities identified by the
Community Needs Assessment and the planned
priorities for CDBG funding through the 2017 Annual
Action Plan.
HUD requires the Community Development Division to
hold one public hearing during the planning process,
and another once the plan is complete and ready for
submission.
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
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Overview
HUD has yet to announce the City of Grand Island’s funding allocation for the program
year to begin on October 1, 2017. However, it is necessary to begin planning
processes, despite the delayed allocation announcement, to allow the City adequate
time to prepare the Annual Action Plan. Because of this factor, this presentation and
public hearing will only discuss projects, and not their actual allocations of funds.
For the current program year, the City received $348,927 in CDBG Funds for fiscal
year 2017.
Community Development has also created a Stakeholders group to serve as a
consultation body during the process of deciding on CDBG funding amounts.
The next public hearing which will review the exact dollar amounts for each project
will be held in late June or early July.
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
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The Funding Priorities
To gain perspective on the City’s goals for funding priorities over the next 3
years, and to meet the consultation requirements of the Consolidated Plan, the
City identified the following five priorities listed in order of priority:
Increase Quality & Affordable Housing Options
Cultivate Small and Emerging Businesses
Support Public Services for Neighborhoods and Vulnerable Populations
Improve Public Facilities
Create Re-Investment Opportunities in Downtown
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
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Prospective Projects
At this point and time the City is planning on implementing three projects with 2017-
2018 CDBG funding. These projects include:
ADA Accessible Playground Equipment for Lion’s Club Park
Continuation of Small Business Rental Assistance Program through Railside
Continuation of the Public Service Grant (Previously called the Continuum
of Care Grant)
At this point and time, it is anticipated that the implementation of the Lion’s Club Park
portion of the project will take up a vast majority of the funds and is anticipated to cost
over $200,000.
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item F-1
#9630 - Consideration of Vacation of Drainage/Utility Easement in
Woodland Park 16th Subdivision; 2629 Idaho Avenue (Hastings
Ventures, LLC)
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Consideration of Vacation of Drainage/Utility Easement
in Woodland Park 16th Subdivision; 2629 Idaho Avenue
(Hastings Ventures, LLC)
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
A drainage/utility easement was dedicated with the plat of Woodland Park Twelfth
Subdivision and filed with Hall County Register of Deeds on September 14, 2012 as
Document No. 201207676.
Discussion
The subdivision developer, Hastings Ventures, LLC, is requesting to vacate such
dedicated easement that now lies within Woodland Park 16th Subdivision. A portion of
Woodland Park Twelfth was re-subdivided which created Woodland Park 16th
Subdivision. There are no utilities currently or proposed within this easement that will be
affected by the vacation. The attached sketch details the referenced easement 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
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council pass an ordinance vacating the sanitary
sewer easement located in Woodland Park 16th Subdivision.
Sample Motion
Move to pass an ordinance vacating the easement.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds
ORDINANCE NO. 9630
An ordinance to vacate an existing drainage/utility easement 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 drainage/utility easement located in Woodland Park 16th
Subdivision, in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska and more particularly described
as follows:
The south 10 feet of the north 20 feet of Lot 2, Woodland Park Sixteenth
Subdivision; excluding the west 5 feet and the east 20 feet of Said Lot 2
is hereby vacated. Such easement to be vacated is shown and more particularly described on
Easement Vacation Exhibit 1 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.
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ORDINANCE NO. 9630 (Cont.)
- 2 -
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: April 25, 2017
____________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-1
Approving Minutes of April 11, 2017 City Council Regular
Meeting
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
April 11, 2017
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Grand Island, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 100 East First
Street, on April 5, 2017. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent on
March 22, 2017.
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, Chuck Haase, Julie Hehnke, Linna Dee
Donaldson, Michelle Fitzke, Vaughn Minton, Roger Steele, and Mike Paulick. Councilmember
Jeremy Jones was absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator Marlan
Ferguson, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Finance Director Renae Griffiths, City Attorney Jerry
Janulewicz, and Public Works Director John Collins.
Mayor Jensen introduced Community Youth Council member Sarah Sugita.
INVOCATION was given by Youth Pastor Adam Brock, Stolley Park Church of Christ, 2822
West Stolley Park Road followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS:
Proclamation “Child Abuse Prevention Month” April 2017. Mayor Jensen proclaimed the month
of April 2017 as “Child Abuse Prevention Month”. Donna Helzer representing the Association of
Child Abuse Prevention was present to receive the proclamation.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Request from Prairie Pride Brewing Company, LLC dba Prairie Pride Brewing
Company, 115 E. South Front Street for a Class “C” Liquor License. City Clerk RaNae Edwards
reported that an application for a Class “C” Liquor License had been received from Prairie Pride
Brewing Company, LLC dba Prairie Pride Brewing Company, 115 E. South Front Street. Ms.
Edwards presented the following exhibits for the record: application submitted to the Liquor
Control Commission and received by the City on March 27, 2017; notice to the general public of
date, time, and place of hearing published on April 1, 2017; notice to the applicant of date, time,
and place of hearing mailed on March 27, 2017; along with Chapter 4 of the City Code. Staff
recommended approval contingent upon final inspections. Amos Anson, 4234 Arizona Avenue
spoke in support. No further public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 750 Allen Drive - Allen Phase III LLC.
Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that acquisition of a utility easement located at 750
Allen Drive was needed in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power
appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement would provide for the
installation, operation and maintenance of high voltage power lines and a transformer to serve a
new medical facility. Staff recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
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Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 4171 Nevada Avenue - Blackburn. Utilities
Director Tim Luchsinger reported that acquisition of a utility easement located at 4171 Nevada
Avenue was needed in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power
appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement would provide for the
installation, operation and maintenance of new underground power lines across a residential lot
on the south side of Nevada Avenue and east of Independence Avenue for the property owner
who is in the process of remodeling their home and upgrading their electric service. Staff
recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 4179 Nevada Avenue - Greamy, LLC.
Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that acquisition of a utility easement located at 4179
Nevada Avenue was needed in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair
power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement would provide for the
installation, operation and maintenance of new underground power lines across a residential lot
on the south side of Nevada Avenue and east of Independence Avenue for the adjacent property
owner who is in the process of remodeling their home and upgrading their electric service. Staff
recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 4480 Gold Core Drive - Inland Truck Parts
Company. Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that acquisition of a utility easement
located at 4480 Gold Core Drive was needed in order to have access to install, upgrade,
maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement
would provide for the installation, operation and maintenance of high voltage underground
power lines and pad-mount transformer to serve a new commercial/retail facility. Staff
recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
ORDINANCES:
Councilmember Minton moved “that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title
on three different days are suspended and that ordinance numbered:
#9629 - Consideration of Creation of Sanitary Sewer District No. 540T; West US
Highway 30 & Engleman Road / West Park Plaza Sanitary Sewer Extension
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.”
Councilmember Nickerson seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion
adopted.
Public Works Director John Collins reported that this tap district would serve areas that were not
yet developed along west US Highway 30. This sanitary sewer district would place infrastructure
prior to the new realignment project on west US Highway 30 scheduled for construction in 2020.
Sewer would become available to approximately 250 properties, the majority within the West
Park Plaza Mobile Home Park. Staff recommended approval.
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Motion by Paulick, second by Hehnke to approve Ordinance #9629.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9629 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 #9629 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 #9629 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by
law.
CONSENT AGENDA: Consent Agenda items G-11 and G-13 (Resolution #2017-108 and
#2017-110) were removed for further discussion. Motion by Donaldson, second by Minton to
approve the Consent Agenda excluding items G-11 and G-13. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye.
Motion adopted.
Approving Minutes of March 28, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting.
Approving Minutes of April 4, 2017 City Council Study Session.
Approving Liquor Manager Designation for Jay Gates, 6220 Thompson Creek Boulevard,
Lincoln, Nebraska for Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 721 Diers Avenue.
Approving Liquor Manager Designation for Alexander Briner, 1314 14th Street, Aurora,
Nebraska for Prairie Pride Brewing Company, 115 E. South Front Street - Class “LK-116938”
Liquor License.
#2017-102 - Approving Request from Request from Prairie Pride Brewing Company, LLC dba
Prairie Pride Brewing Company, 115 E. South Front Street for a Class “C” Liquor License and
Liquor Manager Designation for Alexander Briner, 1314 14th Street, Aurora, Nebraska.
#2017-103 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Meadowlark West 10th
Subdivision. It was noted that Allen Phase III, LLC, owner, had submitted the Final Plat and
Subdivision Agreement for Meadowlark West 10th Subdivision located north of Faidley Avenue
and east of Highway 281 for the purpose of creating 2 lots on 2.945 acres.
#2017-104 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 750 Allen Drive - Allen Phase III
LLC.
#2017-105 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 4171 Nevada Avenue – Blackburn.
#2017-106 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 4179 Nevada Avenue - Greamy, LLC.
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#2017-107 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 4480 Gold Core Drive - Inland Truck
Parts Company.
#2017-108 - Approving Construction of Vehicle Storage Building at 1306 W. 3rd Street with
Chief Construction Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $372,613.00. Utilities
Director Tim Luchsinger answered questions regarding the size of the building which would be
60’ x 120’ and why a new building versus a fence and cameras. He stated keeping the vehicles
inside was a factor and better for the life of the vehicles. Comments were made regarding the
cost of the building at this time while trying to balance the budget.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Stelk to approve Resolution #2017-108. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Paulick, Minton, Fitzke, Donaldson, Hehnke, and Nickerson voted aye.
Councilmembers Steele, Haase, and Stelk voted no. Motion adopted.
#2017-109 - Approving Purchase of Distribution Transformers from Cahoon Sales, Inc. of Iowa
City, Iowa; Central Moloney, Inc. of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; and Kriz-Davis Company of Grand
Island, Nebraska.
#2017-110 - Approving State Bid Award for Two (2) 2017 Chevrolet Pickups for the
Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department from Husker Auto Group of Lincoln,
Nebraska in an Amount of $44,468.77 and $30,442.28. Comments were made regarding a fleet
management plan.
Motion by Paulick, second by Stelk to approve Resolution #2017-100. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Paulick, Steele, Minton, Fitzke, Donaldson, Hehnke, Stelk, and Nickerson
voted aye. Councilmember Haase voted no. Motion adopted.
#2017-111 - Approving Bid Award for Curb Ramp Project No. 2017-CR-2 with The Diamond
Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $150,354.00.
#2017-112 - Approving Amendment No. 1 to Engineering Consulting Services Related to W
Stolley Park Rd and Engleman Rd Sanitary Sewer Extension; Project No. 2017-S-3 and Sanitary
Sewer District No. 540T; W US Highway 30 and Engleman Rd/West Park Plaza Sanitary Sewer
Extension with Olsson Associates of Lincoln, Nebraska for an Increase of $18,242.00 and a
Revised Contract Amount of $117,082.00.
#2017-113 - Approving Request from Grand Island Substance Abuse Prevention
Coalition/Tobacco Free Hall County for Permission to Use City Streets/Trails and State Highway
for the Outrun Addiction Family Fun Run.
#2017-114 - Approving Purchase of 911 Voice/Data Logging Recorder from Sole Source
Provider Wahltek, Inc. of Des Moines, Iowa in an Amount of $32,280.00.
#2017-115 - Approving Police Department 21-Month Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant
Application.
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#2017-116 - Approving Change Order No. 3 for Veterans Restroom Concession Stand Building
with Mid Plains Construction Co. of Grand Island, Nebraska for an Increase of $10,016.00 and a
Revised Contract Amount of $263,644.00.
REQUESTS AND REFERRALS:
Consideration of Forwarding Blighted and Substandard Area #23 (Tim Plate) to the Hall County
Regional Planning Commission. Regional Planning Director Chad Nabity reported that Tim
Plate had submitted the Substandard and Blight Study for Area #23 located south of Memorial
Drive and east of Vine Street containing 1.28 acres. If the blight and substandard designation
was approved a TIF application for residential development on the back lot for the costs
associated with the extension of sewer and water would be submitted.
Keith Marvin with Marvin Planning Consultant spoke in support. Discussion was held
concerning this property being land locked.
Motion by Minton, second by Paulick to approve the request as presented. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Paulick, Steele, Minton, Fitzke, Hehnke, Haase, Stelk, and Nickerson voted
aye. Councilmember Donaldson voted no. Motion adopted.
RESOLUTIONS:
#2017-117 - Consideration of Approving Contract for Preparation of a Redevelopment Plan for
Former Central Nebraska Veterans Home Land. City Administrator Marlan Ferguson reported
that in 2016, the State of Nebraska conveyed to the City of Grand Island various tracts of real
estate that were a part of the Central Nebraska Veterans Home. The property conveyed included
tracts north of Nebraska Highway 2 between Broadwell Avenue and Webb Road and South of
Highway 281 as well as the agricultural lands south of Highway 2 and north of Capital Avenue.
The City issued an RFP seeking proposals from a qualified consulting firm to assist in the
development of a reuse plan for these lands. Olsson Associates, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska
was selected as the preferred consultant in an amount not-to-exceed $94,000.00. Staff
recommended approval.
Jeff Palik, Project Manager with Olsson Associates commented on the project. Mayor Jensen
commented on their being two phases with the current buildings on the property being in the
second phase.
Motion by Minton, second by Donaldson to approve Resolution #2017-117. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2017-118 - Consideration of Approving Bid Award for Sports Facility Expansion Design
Services at Veteran’s Athletic Field Complex. Parks and Recreation Director Todd McCoy
reported that expanding the Veterans Athletic Field Complex would alleviate scheduling
conflicts with local leagues and provide facilities to keep pace with the growing demand of area
competitive sports teams. With the improvements, the complex would be a desirable location for
state and regional tournaments. City Administration recommended building six youth
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multipurpose baseball/softball fields, concessions, restrooms, additional parking, connecting
Eagle Scout Park from the north, and adding a splash pad. The total estimated cost for the project
including design, contingency, and construction was $6,490,682.00.
Staff recommended contracting with Olsson Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska to provide
design services, prepare construction documents, and oversee expansion for the project in the
amount of $375,000.00. This project would be paid with Food and Beverage funds.
Brock Culler, 1014 South Plum Street and Robert Jaros, 518 E. Ashton Avenue with the Grand
Island youth Baseball Association spoke in support. Mayor Jensen commented on the
Commission meetings that had been held. Mr. McCoy stated they were looking at this project
being fast tracked and having construction starting yet this year.
Discussion was held regarding funding through the Food & Beverage tax. Finance Director
Renae Griffiths answered questions regarding the funding and borrowing money for this project.
Additional operating costs were mentioned. Mayor Jensen commented on a public/private
partnership. Mr. McCoy answered questions concerning parking and stated they would have over
flow parking available.
Motion by Minton, second by Paulick to approve Resolution #2017-118. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Paulick, Steele, Minton, Fitzke, Donaldson, Hehnke, Stelk, and Nickerson
voted aye. Councilmember Haase voted no. Motion adopted.
#2017-119 – Consideration of Approving Resolution Authorizing Amendment of the
Conservation Easement with Respect of Tract #32, South Locust Street/I-80 Interchange Project.
City Attorney Jerry Janulewicz reported that the owner of Tract #32 entered into a real estate
purchase agreement with a buyer. The owner and buyer are requesting the conservation easement
be amended, as the easement does not specifically provide authorization to use this 13 acre tract
for a single-family residence even though a residence existed on the property when the easement
was acquired. The buyer has plans to remove the existing residence and construct a new
residence on the property. Staff recommended approval.
Beth Wood, 203 West 7th Road, Doniphan and Sheila Hulme, 4014 Mason Avenue spoke in
support.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Donaldson to approve Resolution #2017-119. Upon roll call
vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Minton, second by Hehnke to approve the Claims for the period of March 29, 2017
through April 11, 2017 for a total amount of $3,819,935.24. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Steele, Minton, Donaldson, Haase, Jones, Stelk, and Nickerson voted aye.
Motion adopted. Councilmember Paulick abstained.
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Page 7, City Council Regular Meeting, April 11, 2017
Councilmember Haase questioned a claim in the amount of $30,000 to Wells Fargo for bond
closing costs. Finance Director Renae Griffiths stated she would look up the information and get
it to him.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-2
Receipt of Official Documents – Pawnbroker’s Official Bonds for
G.I. Loan Shop, 1004 West 2nd Street and Express Pawn, 645
South Locust Street
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Council Agenda Memo
From:RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Approving Renewal of Pawnbrokers Official Bond
Presenter(s):RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Chapter 25 of the Grand Island City Code requires that all persons who shall engage in the business
of pawnbroker are required to make application to the Mayor and City Council. Along with the
application and fee, a bond is required which is to be approved by the Mayor and City Council. Each
license expires on April 30th of each year and must be renewed prior to that date.
Discussion
G.I. Loan Shop, 1004 West Second Street and Express Pawn, 645 South Locust Street has submitted
their application, fee, and bond for renewal of their pawnbroker’s license. (See attached)
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The Council
may:
1.Move to approve the renewals
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 application and bond for renewal of
pawnbroker’s license.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the renewal applications and bonds for G.I. Loan Shop, 1004 West 2nd Street and
Express Pawn, 645 South Locust Street.
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-3
Approving Appointments of Brandi Bosselman and Danny Oberg
to the Fonner Park Business Improvement Board
Mayor Jensen has submitted the appointments of Brandi Bosselman and Danny Oberg to the Fonner
Park Business Improvement District board. Ms. Bosselman will replace Buzz Douthit and Mr. Oberg
will replace Mike Corman who have retired and no longer service on the board. These appointments
would become effective immediately upon approval by the City Council and would expire on February
28, 2020.
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-4
Approving Appointment of Bev Stutzman to the South Locust
Street Business Improvement Board
Mayor Jensen has submitted the appointment of Bev Sutzman to the South Locust Street Business
Improvement District board. The appointment would become effective immediately upon approval by the
City Council and would expire on February 28, 2020.
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-5
#2017-120 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2241 N.
Diers Avenue - Menard
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-1.
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-120
WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island
from John R. Menard, to survey, construct, inspect, maintain, repair, replace, relocate, extend,
remove, and operate thereon, public utilities and appurtenances, including lines and
transformers; and;
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on April 25, 2017 for the purpose of
discussing the proposed acquisition of a sixteen (16.0) foot utility easement located in the City of
Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska; and more particularly described as follows:
A Sixteen (16.00) foot wide strip of land consisting of the northerly eight (8.00)
feet of Lot One (1) and the southerly eight (8.00) feet of Lot Two (2), all in the
Menard Eighth Subdivision, in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska.
The above-described easement and right-of-way containing 0.07 acres, more or
less, as shown on the plat dated 3/13/2017, marked Exhibit “A” attached hereto
and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island be, and
hereby is, authorized to acquire a public utility easement from John R. Menard, on the above-
described tract of land.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-6
#2017-121 - Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Water
Main Project 2016-W-1 at the Central Nebraska Regional Airport
Terminal Area
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Certificate of Final Completion for Water Main Project
2016-W-1 at the Central Nebraska Regional Airport
Terminal Area
Presenter(s):Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
The majority of the water mains at the Central Nebraska Regional Airport (CNRA) were
installed in the 1940’s. Due to the substandard condition of the piping adjacent to the
Airport Terminal, Water Main Project 2016-W-1 was installed to replace the existing
infrastructure. The completed project provides reliability and capacity to the area. A site
map of the area is attached.
Discussion
The referenced project has been completed by The Diamond Engineering Company of
Grand Island, Nebraska. The final contract amount is $132,828.18 and all work complies
with the terms and conditions of the specifications and plans.
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 Certificate of Final
Completion for Water Main Project 2016-W-1 at the Central Nebraska Regional Airport
Terminal area.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Certificate of Final Completion for Water Main Project 2016-W-1.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-121
WHEREAS, the Utilities Engineer and the Public Works Director have issued a
Certificate of Final Completion for Water Main Project 2016-W-1 located adjacent to the
Terminal at the Central Nebraska Regional Airport, certifying that The Diamond Engineering
Company of Grand Island, Nebraska has completed such project according to the terms,
conditions, and stipulations of the contract, plans and specifications for such improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Director recommends the acceptance of the
Engineer’s certificate of final completion; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the Public Works
Director.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Certificate of Final Completion for
Water Main Project 2016-W-1 is hereby confirmed.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-7
#2017-122 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement at 1729
North St Paul Road (Rico)
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-2.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-122
WHEREAS, a public utility easement is required by the City of Grand Island,
from Juan Rico and Anna M Villa De Rico, at 1729 St Paul Road, City of Grand Island, Hall
County, Nebraska and more particularly described as follows:
A 7.5 FEET UTILITY EASEMENT BEING THE EAST 7.5 FEET OF THE NORTH 6.0 FEET
THEREOF, OF PART OF MISCELLANEOUS TRACT LOCATED IN PART OF THE WEST
HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (W ½, NW ¼) OF SECTION 10-T11N-R9W OF
THE 6TH P.M., SAID TRACT ALSO DESCRIBED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 200207323, FILE
DATE JULY 12, 2002, AND IN INSTRUMENT NO. 201506790, FILE DATE OCTOBER 2,
2015, REGISTER OF DEEDS, IN THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, HALL COUNTY,
NEBRASKA.
SAID EASEMENT CONTAINS A CALCULATED AREA OF 45.0 SQUARE FEET OR 0.001 ACRES
MORE OR LESS.
WHEREAS, an Agreement for the public utility 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 public utility easement on the above
described tract of land.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-8
#2017-123 - Approving Acquisition of Drainage/Utility Easement at
2535 & 2541 Idaho Avenue (Hastings Ventures, LLC)
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-3.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-123
WHEREAS, a public drainage/utility easement is required by the City of Grand
Island, from Hastings Ventures, LLC, at 2535 & 2541 Idaho Avenue, City of Grand Island, Hall
County, Nebraska and more particularly described as follows:
A PROPOSED DRAINAGE/UTILITY EASEMENT BEING THE SOUTH 7.5 FEET OF LOT 5,
WOODLAND PARK SIXTEENTH SUBDIVISION; EXCLUDING THE WEST 5 FEET AND
THE EAST 20 FEET OF SAID LOT 5.
and
A PROPROSED DRAINAGE/UTILITY EASEMENT BEING THE NORTH 7.5 FEET OF LOT
6, WOODLAND PARK SIXTEENTH SUBDIVISION; EXCLUDING THE WEST 5 FEET AND
THE EAST 20 FEET OF SAID LOT 6.
WHEREAS, an Agreement for the public drainage/utility 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 public drainage/utility easement on the
above described tract of land.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-9
#2017-124 - Approving Bid Award for Concrete Pavement and
Storm Sewer Repairs for 2017-1
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Shannon Callahan, Street Superintendent
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Approving Bid Award for Concrete Pavement and Storm
Sewer Repairs for 2017-1
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
City Council approved Resolution No. 2017-16 at their January 24, 2017 meeting, which
awarded the contract for Concrete Pavement and Storm Sewer Repairs for 2017 to OK
Paving, Inc. of Hordville, Nebraska in the amount of $878,400.00. Due to failure by OK
Paving, Inc. to submit the required payment and performance bond to execute the
contract, Resolution No. 2017-91 was approved by City Council on March 28, 2017 to
rescind this bid award.
On March 31, 2017 the Streets Division of the Public Works Department advertised for
bids for concrete pavement and storm sewer repairs for the 2017 calendar year. The
contracted concrete pavement and storm sewer work supplements the repair work that is
performed by the City’s crews.
Quantities were reduced from the original bid solicitation to align closer to the amount of
work that can be completed and to ensure that Streets has budget for the contract
assuming the prices would be higher since this is a later season bid.
Discussion
Two (2) bids were received and opened on April 13, 2017. All bids were submitted in
compliance with the contract, plans, and specifications with no exceptions. A summary of
the bids received is attached.
The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska provided the lowest
responsible bid in the amount of $694,995.00.
There are sufficient funds in Account No. 21033506-85351 (Concrete Repair),
21033504-85318 (Storm Sewer Repair), and 21033503-85318 (Curb & Gutter) to fund
this contract. This is a calendar year contract that extends beyond the current fiscal year.
In the event that funds become unavailable in the fiscal year 2017/2018, the scope of
work for this contract will be scaled down accordingly.
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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 awarding the contract to The
Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of
$694,995.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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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:April 13, 2017 at 2:30 p.m.
FOR:Concrete Pavement & Storm Sewer Repair 2017-1
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
ESTIMATE:$550,000.00 2016/2017
$350,000.00 2017/2018
$900,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:21033503-85318 (Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk)
21033504-85318 (Storm Sewer Repair)
21033506-85351 (Contract Concrete Repair)
PUBLICATION DATE:March 31, 2017
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:10
SUMMARY
Bidder:Diamond Engineering Co.Starostka Group Unlimited, Inc.
Grand Island, NE Grand Island, NE
Bid Security:Universal Surety Co.Western Surety Co.
Exceptions:None None
Bid Price:$694,995.00 $838,326.25
Labor:$55.00 per hour $65.00 per hour
Sid Steer Loader:$75.00 per hour $77.00 per hour
Front End Loader:$90.00 per hour $95.00 per hour
Backhoe:$90.00 per hour $93.00 per hour
Dump Truck-10 CY:$90.00 per hour $109.00 per hour
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Shannon Callahan, Street Superintendent
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator Renae Griffiths, Finance Director
P1961
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-124
WHEREAS, City Council approved Resolution No. 2017-16 at their January 24,
2017 meeting, awarding the contract for Concrete Pavement and Storm Sewer Repairs for 2017
to OK Paving, Inc. of Hordville, Nebraska in the amount of $878,400.00; and
WHEREAS, OK Paving, Inc. failed to submit the required payment and
performance bond to execute the contract, Resolution No. 2017-91 was approved by City
Council on March 28, 2017 to rescind this bid award; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for the rebid Concrete
Pavement and Storm Sewer Repairs 2017-1, according to plans and specifications on file with
the Streets Division of the Public Works Department; and
WHEREAS, on April 13, 2017, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska
submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and
specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the
amount of $694,995.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of The Diamond Engineering
Company of Grand Island, Nebraska, in the amount of $694,995.00 for Concrete Pavement and
Storm Sewer Repairs 2017-1 is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-10
#2017-125 - Approving Agreement Amendment No. 4 with Olsson
Associates for Professional Services Related to the Extension of
Sanitary Sewer System in Wildwood Subdivision (District No. 528),
from Wildwood Sub. to I-80 (District No. 530T), and Sanitary
Sewer Improvement Dist. No. 2 (South of I
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong PE, Wastewater Treatment Plant Engineer
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Approving Agreement Amendment No. 4 with Olsson
Associates for Professional Services Related to the
Extension of Sanitary Sewer System in Wildwood
Subdivision (District No. 528), from Wildwood
Subdivision to Interstate 80 (District No. 530T), and
Sanitary Sewer Improvement District No. 2 (South of
Interstate 80
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
On August 14, 2012, by Resolution No. 2012-206, City Council approved an agreement
in the amount of $235,150.00 with Olsson Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska for
engineering consulting services for the extension of Grand Island’s public sanitary sewer
system in Wildwood Subdivision (District No. 528) and from Wildwood Subdivision to
Interstate 80 (District No. 530T).
On February 11, 2014, by Resolution No. 2014-24, City Council approved Agreement
Amendment No. 1 in the amount of $267,035.00 with Olsson Associates for engineering
consulting services related the Sewer Improvement District (SID) on both the north and
south side of Interstate 80.
On June 23, 2015, by Resolution No. 2015-159, City Council approved Agreement
Amendment No. 2 in the amount of $40,000 with Olsson Associates for compensation of
their work due to construction contract extensions granted to the contractor for both
Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 and No. 530T.
On May 10, 2015, by Resolution No. 2016-117, City Council approved Agreement
Amendment No. 3 in the amount of $38,448.00 with Olsson Associates to cover
additional construction phase services.
The scope of this agreement entails coordination with the Nebraska Department of
Environmental Quality (NDEQ) regarding the State Revolving Funds (SRF), easement
acquisition, geotechnical investigation, sanitary sewer design, project permitting, bid
phase services, construction observation, construction administration services, and
project close-out for the sanitary sewer extension.
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Discussion
In November 2014 the City received a change order request from Van Kirk Bros. and
Iowa Trenchless regarding the trenchless crossing at US Highway 281 for Wildwood
Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 in the amount of approximately $830,000.00.
Upon receiving such request the City worked with Olsson Associates and procured a
memo containing engineering, geotechnical, and contractual arguments against the
change order. Subsequently the request was denied. Legal meetings were held with a
follow up engineering report submitted from Van Kirk Brothers, Iowa Trenchless and
Kilduff Engineering, Inc. in February 2016.
In response to the Kilduff Engineering Report the City requested Olsson Associates to
prepare a rebuttal engineering report. This report, in the amount of $8,171.00, was
partially covered by Amendment No. 3 for Olsson Associates report efforts. In an attempt
to provide the best available technical rebuttal an additional $11,275 outside of
Amendment No. 3 was spent. The extra funds cover report preparations, and meetings
with the City and involved parties.
Wastewater has negotiated with Olsson Associates and agreed to pay an additional
$8,042.00, resulting in a grand total for the rebuttal report of $16,213.00.
On February 22, 2017 the lawsuit between Van Kirk Bros. of Sutton, Nebraska and Iowa
Trenchless of Panora, Iowa was dismissed and/or settled out of court, and the City’s
involvement as a third party in the suite should not go any further.
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 Agreement Amendment No. 4
with Olsson Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska and pass a Resolution authorizing the
Mayor to sign the agreement, for a total amount of $8,042.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-125
WHEREAS, on August 14, 2012, by Resolution No. 2012-206 Grand Island City Council
approved engineering consulting services with Olsson Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska for the
extension of Grand Island’s public sanitary sewer system in Wildwood Subdivision (District No. 528) and
from Wildwood Subdivision to Interstate 80 (District No. 530T) in the amount of $235,150.00; and
WHEREAS, on February 11, 2014, by Resolution No. 2014-24 Grand Island City Council
approved Agreement Amendment No. 1 in the amount of $267,035.00, to the original agreement with
Olsson Associates to include further coordination with NDEQ for the SRF funding, as well as easement
acquisition, geotechnical investigation, demolition of two existing private wastewater package plants and
lift stations, design of two City of Grand Island standard lift stations, sanitary sewer force main design,
project permitting, bid phase services, construction administration services, construction observation, and
project closeout for the SID force main portion of the sanitary sewer extension to Interstate 80; and
WHEREAS, on June 23, 2015, by Resolution No. 2015-159, City Council approved
Agreement Amendment No. 2 in the amount of $40,000 to the original agreement with Olsson Associates
for compensation of their work due to construction contract extensions granted to the contractor for both
Sanitary Sewer District No. 528 and No. 530T; and
WHEREAS, on May 10, 2015, by Resolution No. 2016-117, City Council approved
Agreement Amendment No. 3 in the amount of $38,448.00 with Olsson Associates to cover additional
construction phase services; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to compensate Olsson Associates for their work in providing
the best available technical rebuttal against the requested change order from Van Kirk Bros. and Iowa
Trenchless regarding the trenchless crossing at US Highway 281 for Wildwood Sanitary Sewer District
No. 528; and
WHEREAS, the cost of such additional work is $8,042.00, resulting in a revised agreement
of $588,675.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Agreement Amendment No. 4 between the City of
Grand Island and Olsson Associates of Grand Island, Nebraska for engineering consulting services for the
extension of Grand Island’s public sanitary sewer system in Wildwood Subdivision (District No. 528),
from Wildwood Subdivision to Interstate 80 (District No. 530T), and Sanitary Sewer Improvement
District No. 2 (south of Interstate 80) is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute such agreement amendment on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-11
#2017-126 - Approving Bid Award for Shady Bend Drainage
Project No. 2017-D-2
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Approving Bid Award for Shady Bend Road Drainage
Project No. 2017-D-2
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
On April 8, 2017 the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department advertised
for bids for Shady Bend Road Drainage Project No. 2017-D-2. The bid package for this
project was sent to ten (10) potential bidders.
The drainage improvements to be performed are located on Shady Bend Road between
Seedling Mile Road and US Highway 30. These improvements are being made in
response to Wetzel Street resident requests.
Discussion
Two (2) bids were received and opened on April 18, 2017. The Engineering Division of
the Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division of the City Attorney’s Office
have reviewed the bids that were received. A summary of the bids is shown below.
Bidder Exceptions Bid Price
Van Kirk Bros. Contracting of Sutton, NE None $122,404.00
The Diamond Engineering Co. of Grand Island, NE None $140,036.11
The bid of Van Kirk Bros. is considered fair and reasonable and is well below the
engineer’s estimate.
Funds are available in Account No. 40000400-2000-40024.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the bid award to Van Kirk
Bros. Contracting of Sutton, Nebraska in the amount of $122,404.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid award.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:April 18, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.
FOR:Shady Bend Road Drainage Project No. 2017-D-2
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
ESTIMATE:$163,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:40000400-2000-40024
PUBLICATION DATE:April 8, 2017
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:10
SUMMARY
Bidder:Diamond Engineering Co.Van Kirk Bros. Contracting
Grand Island, NE Sutton, NE
Bid Security:Universal Surety Co.Universal Surety Co.
Exceptions:None None
Bid Price:$140,036.11 $122,404.00
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator Renae Griffiths, Finance Director
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Tim Golka, PW Engineer
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-126
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Shady Bend Road
Drainage Project No. 2017-D-2, according to plans and specifications on file with the Public
Works Department; and
WHEREAS, on April 18, 2017 bids were received, opened, and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Van Kirk Bros. Contracting of Sutton, Nebraska submitted a bid in
accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other
statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $122,404.00; and
WHEREAS, Van Kirk Bros. Contracting’s bid is considered fair and reasonable
for such project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Van Kirk Bros. Contracting
of Sutton, Nebraska in the amount of $122,404.00 for Shady Bend Road Drainage Project No.
2017-D-2 is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute a contract with such contractor for such project on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-12
#2017-127 - Approving Bid Award for North Broadwell Avenue
Drainage Project No. 2017-D-3
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Approving Bid Award for North Broadwell Avenue
Drainage Project No. 2017-D-3
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
On April 8, 2017 the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department advertised
for bids for North Broadwell Drainage Project No. 2017-D-3. The bid package for this
project was sent to ten (10) potential bidders.
The drainage improvements to be performed are located on North Broadwell Avenue
between BNSF Railroad and US Highway 281.
Discussion
Two (2) bids were received and opened on April 18, 2017. The Engineering Division of
the Public Works Department and the Purchasing Division of the City Attorney’s Office
have reviewed the bids that were received. A summary of the bids is shown below.
Bidder Exceptions Bid Price
The Diamond Engineering Co. of Grand Island, NE None $140,361.50
Van Kirk Bros. Contracting of Sutton, NE None $155,673.75
The bid of The Diamond Engineering Company’s is considered fair and reasonable and is
well below the engineer’s estimate.
Funds are available in Account No. 40000400-2000-40026.
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
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3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the bid award to The Diamond
Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of $140,361.50.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid award.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:April 18, 2017 at 2:15 p.m.
FOR:North Broadwell Avenue Drainage Project No. 2017-D-3
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
ESTIMATE:$180,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:40000-400-2000-40026
PUBLICATION DATE:April 8, 2017
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:10
SUMMARY
Bidder:Diamond Engineering Co.Van Kirk Bros. Contracting
Grand Island, NE Sutton, NE
Bid Security:Universal Surety Co.Universal Surety Co.
Exceptions:None None
Bid Price:$140,361.50 $155,673.75
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator Renae Griffiths, Finance Director
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Tim Golka, PW Engineer 1
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-127
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for North Broadwell
Avenue Drainage Project No. 2017-D-3, according to plans and specifications on file with the
Public Works Department; and
WHEREAS, on April 18, 2017 bids were received, opened, and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska
submitted a bid in accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and
specifications and all other statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the
amount of $140,361.50; and
WHEREAS, The Diamond Engineering Company’s bid is considered fair and
reasonable for such project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of The Diamond Engineering
Company of Grand Island, Nebraska in the amount of $140,361.50 for North Broadwell Avenue
Drainage Project No. 2017-D-3 is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute a contract with such contractor for such project on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-13
#2017-128 - Approving Civic and Community Financing Fund
Grant Application
Staff Contact: Charley Falmlen
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Charley Falmlen, Community Development
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Civic and Community Center Financing Fund Grant
Application
Presenter(s):Charley Falmlen, Community Development
Administrator
Background
The City of Grand Island’s Community Development Division is proposing to submit a
grant application to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development’s Civic and
Community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF.). The application will be requesting
$1,125,000 from the CCCFF to assist in funding the proposed $6.4 million of
improvements being done to the Veteran’s Sports Complex.
The City of Grand Island submitted a non-binding Letter of Intent to Apply on March 31,
2017, outlining the basic scope of the project and the project needs.
Funding from the Civic and Community Center Financing Fund requires a 1:1 match,
50% of the match can be in-kind and at least 50% must be a cash match. Matching dollars
are available as part of the Food and Beverage tax funding awarded. In order to qualify,
the project must take place on City owned property.
Discussion
This complex currently consists of four ball fields and a lake which is surrounded by a
hike/bike trail. The expansion will add six additional ball fields, picnic areas, additional
green space, and the City of Grand Island’s very first splash pad. The objective of this
expansion is to provide a high-quality facility for the residents of Grand Island, but also
to pull in visitors from across the state of Nebraska, by greatly expanding Grand Island’s
capacity for hosting baseball and softball tournaments. This project will have vast and
important impacts on Grand Island’s quality of life, recreation opportunities, and visitor
revenue.
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Specific design plans for this project are under contract with Olsson & Associates. This
matter is specifically related to approval of permission to apply for grant funds from the
Civic and Community Center Financing Fund for $1,125,000 in funding for the project,
and is not an action item for the project itself.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve the grant application
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 Council approves the application for the Civic and
Community Center Financing Fund Grant and authorize the Mayor to sign all related
documents.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the pre-application and subsequent full application for the Civic and
Community Center Financing Fund Grant and authorize the Mayor to sign all related
documents.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-128
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, will seek the opportunity to
apply for a $1,125,000 grant from the Civic and Community Center Financing Fund from the
State of Nebraska’s Department of Economic Development Department; and
WHEREAS the City will submit an application for the Veteran’s Sports Complex;
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 $1,125,000 grant request from the Civic and Community Center
Financing Fund from the State of Nebraska’s Department of Economic Development
Department; 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, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-14
#2017-129 - Approving Amendment to Lease Agreement with
Wells Fargo Regarding Parking Stalls
Staff Contact: Jerry Janulewicz
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Jerry Janulewicz, City Attorney
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Modification of Lease Agreement with Wells Fargo Bank
Presenter(s):Jerry Janulewicz, City Attorney
Background
The City of Grand Island and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“Wells Fargo”) are parties to a
lease agreement whereby City leases to Wells Fargo ten (10) parking stalls located
immediately north of the Wells Fargo branch located at 304 West Third Street. Wells
Fargo is requesting that the City approve a modification of this lease agreement as part of
Wells Fargo’s efforts to comply with federal law by which it is required to adopt and put
in place a “Living Will” to ensure the orderly resolution of its assets, including leasehold
interests, in the case of material financial distress. The lease modification, if approved,
would preclude the City from terminating the lease upon a “resolution event,” such as
insolvency or appointment of a receiver.
Discussion
The Lease Agreement between the city and Wells Fargo does not prohibit assignment of
the lease nor does it provide for termination in the event of tenant’s insolvency,
bankruptcy or similar event. Thus, the proposed modification does not substantially
change the legal relationship between the city as landlord and Wells Fargo as tenant
under the existing lease agreement.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Adopt the Resolution approving the modification.
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 adopt the Resolution.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution approving the modification of the lease agreement
between the City and Wells Fargo Bank.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-129
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island as landlord and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
(“Wells Fargo”) as tenant are parties to a lease agreement whereby City leases to Wells Fargo ten
(10) parking stalls located immediately north of the Wells Fargo branch located at 304 West
Third Street; and
WHEREAS, the lease agreement was effective April 1, 2013 for a period of five
(5) years; and
WHEREAS, Wells Fargo is required by federal law and regulating agencies to
file a resolution plan with federal regulators to ensure the orderly resolution of the bank’s assets
in case of material financial distress; and
WHEREAS, Wells Fargo’s resolution plan requires that its leases be modified to
preclude automatic termination of the leases in case of insolvency, appointment of a receiver or
other resolution event involving Wells Fargo.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the modification of lease agreement
by and between the City of Grand Island and Wells Fargo providing for continuation of the lease
agreement notwithstanding the occurrence of a resolution event on the part of Wells Fargo,
should be and hereby is approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-15
#2017-130 - Approving Collection of Various Assessment Liens
Staff Contact: Jerry Janulewicz
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Jerry Janulewicz, City Attorney
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Resolutions Pertaining to Special Assessments
Presenter(s):Jerry Janulewicz, City Attorney
Background
Various special assessment districts were created by the City for water, sidewalk, sewer,
and street paving projects, not including connection districts. Creation of the districts
resulted in assessments of $6,672,917.43 levied upon 923 parcels included within the
districts. Within certain districts are two parcels each with three or more unpaid
delinquent special assessment installments and installments that are not yet due. When
there exists three or more unpaid and delinquent special assessment installments upon a
property, Nebraska Statutes permit the due date on all future unpaid installments to be
accelerated and become due. If the accelerated installments remain unpaid after the date
fixed by council, the city may proceed to collect all delinquent special assessments.
Resolution #2017—(Item G-14) provides for fixing a date on which the future
installments are accelerated and become due and delinquent if unpaid. Thereafter, the
City’s legal and finance departments are authorized to proceed with collection of all
delinquent special assessments levied upon the parcels, including by foreclosure of the
liens.
Resolution #2017—(Item G-13) authorizes the City’s legal and finance departments to
proceed with collection of special assessments levied upon the 51 parcels identified in the
resolution. There are no special assessment installments to accelerate with respect to
these parcels because the final installments are past due. If adopted, the city’s legal
department will proceed with efforts to collect the delinquent special assessments.
Discussion.
Special assessments are a lien upon the property upon which they are levied. If not paid
by those having legal or beneficial interests in the properties, the City’s only recourse is
to collect the assessments through foreclosure of its liens.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Adopt the Resolutions.
2.Refer the issues to a Committee.
3.Postpone the issues to future date.
4.Take no action on the issues.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that Council adopt the Resolutions.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution concerning collection of the various special assessments.
Move to approve the resolution setting a date upon which future special assessments
installments become due and authorizing collection of delinquent special assessments.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-130
WHEREAS, by ordinance passed and adopted by the City of Grand Island,
paving, sanitary sewer, water and/or sidewalk special assessments were duly and regularly levied
upon the properties described below; and
WHEREAS, the aforesaid special assessments were payable in installments; and
WHEREAS, Neb.Rev.Stat. § 18-1216 provides authority for a city of the first
class to collect the special assessments which it levies and to perform all other necessary
functions related thereto including foreclosure; and
WHEREAS, there exists delinquent and unpaid special assessments levied upon
each respective parcel set forth below and located within the municipal boundaries of the City of
Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska:
Owner of Record Property Address Legal Description
Richard P and Phyllis O
Newhouse
2305 S August
Street
Country Club Subdivision, Lot 4 Block 4
Darrell E and Kelly S
Johnson
2219 Riverview
Drive
Country Club Subdivision, Lot 9 Block 6
Deborah A Butler 667 E Bischeld
Street
Meves 1st Addition, Lot 1 Block 9
Jeffrey H Spease 2115 Pioneer
Boulevard
Parkview Subdivision, Lot 7 Block A
Earl K and Lazetta J Barnes 2423 Park Drive Parkview Subdivision, Lot 3 Block C
Greg S and Angela M
Lehechka
2429 Park Drive Parkview Subdivision, Lot 9 Block C
Robert L and Roxanne L
Lathen
2521 Park Drive Parkview Subdivision, Lot 29 Block C
Abigail Martin 234 S Shady
Bend Road
Sass' 2nd Subdivision, E 5.6' of Lot 24
Abigail Martin 234 S Shady
Bend Road
Sass' Subdivision, S 1/4 of Lot 1
Abigail Martin 234 S Shady
Bend Road
Sass' Subdivision, S 1/4 of Lot 2
Abigail Martin 234 S Shady
Bend Road
Sass' Subdivision, S 1/4 of Lot 3
Abigail Martin 234 S Shady
Bend Road
Sass' Subdivision, S 1/4 of Lot 4
Ami L Weller 130 S Main Street Sass' Subdivision, S 102.5' of N 412.5' of
Lot 18
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Thomas N and Margo L
Galles
306 S Shady
Bend Road
Sass' 2nd Subdivision, Lot 25
Thomas N and Margo L
Galles
306 S Shady
Bend Road
Sass' 2nd Subdivision, Lot 26
Noe Octavio Ayala and
Ofelia Leticia Ayala
511 E 13th Street Wheeler and Bennett's 2nd Addition, Lot 3
Block 65
Marvin D and Judith M
Lambertus
2409 Pioneer
Boulevard
Part of the SW 1/4, NW 1/4, Section 28,
T11N, R9W of the 6th PM commencing at
the SE corner of Lot 17, Block A, Park-
View Subdivision; thence running
southerly on said east line of said W 1/2,
NW 1/4, said Section 28, a distance of
1,457 feet, thence westerly and parallel to
the south line of said Lot 17, a distance of
377 feet to the east right-of-way line of
Pioneer Boulevard.; thence northerly on
the east right-of-way of Pioneer
Boulevard., a distance of 1,457 feet; thence
easterly and parallel to the south line of
said Lot 17, a distance of 377 feet to the
point of beginning. (Part of the SW 1/4,
NW 1/4 of Section 28-11-9)
Ryan G and Whitney C Witt 3937 Dover Ct Kentish Hills Subdivision, Lot 3
Thomas M Whelan 3015 Gladstone
Cir
Kentish Hills Subdivision, Lot 15
Stephen D and Rona Rae
Kucera
115 Beachwood
Drive
Potash Subdivision, Lot 4
Verlon H and Melinda A
Shears
4010 Roth Road Potash Subdivision, Lot 14
Lori Fye, LM and NJ
Bixenmann
134 Arapahoe
Avenue
Dale Roush Subdivision, Lot 8 Block 1
William W and Sharee L
Stahn
115 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 3 Block
1
Dustin and Deeann Weekley 125 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 5 Block
1
Deborah Sue Tjaden 129 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 6 Block
1
Francisco Miguel and
Angelina Domingo De
Miguel
211 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 8 Block
1
Francisco Miguel and
Angelina Domingo De
Miguel
215 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 9 Block
1
Lou Eva Brandt 311 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 14 Block
1
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Larry J and Laurie A
VanMark
423 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 21 Block
1
John H Wenzel 5 Navajo Drive Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 28 Block
1
Jerry L Draves 6 Navajo Drive Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 29 Block
1
Michael F and Roswitha
Wieck
230 Commanche
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 43 Block
1
Brian L and Raejean L
Wieck
224 Commanche
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 44 Block
1
Paul Robert and Kristina
Lynn Reimers
408 Dakota Drive Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 47 Block
1
James R and Laura G Smith 412 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 3 Block
2
Terry L and Mary Ann
Westwood
419 Arapahoe
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 9 Block
2
Terry L and Melissa R
Stamm
318 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 5 Block
3
Cindy A Schaffer 319 Arapahoe
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 8 Block
3
Monte R and Jodi A Knapp 311 Arapahoe
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 10 Block
3
Allen D and Nancy L
Petzoldt
228 N Cherokee
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 7 Block
4
Larry D and Cindy L
Addison
221 Arapahoe
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 10 Block
4
Danny R and Pamela S
Miller
226 Arapahoe
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 2 Block
5
Jeanette and Terry
Wampole
427 Commanche
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 7 Block
6
Jorge R and Mayra Q Romo 421 Commanche
Avenue
Dale Roush 2nd Subdivision, Lot 8 Block
6
Marshall Tice and Lori L
Forgy
4245 Shanna
Street
Western Heights 4th Subdivision, Lot 16
Jason C and Gayle D
Bonnes
812 Redwood
Road
Westwood Park 2nd Subdivision, Lot 13
David S and Julie L
Sackschewsky
4160 Maywood
Drive
Westwood Park 2nd Subdivision, Lot 14
Bryan R and Karen A
Phelps
1110 S Pleasant
View Drive
Pleasantview 10th Subdivision, Lot 5
Timothy R and Dolores A
Bremer
1124 S Pleasant
View Drive
Pleasantview 10th Subdivision, Lot 12
Theodore J Robb 2813 S Locust
Street
Knox 3rd Subdivision, Lot 3
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James H and Julie Pedersen 4069 Cannon
Road
Adams Way Subdivision, Lot 1
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, City’s finance and legal departments are
hereby authorized and directed to collect the delinquent special assessments levied upon the
above-described property, together with interest accrued thereon, and to enforce the special
assessment liens thereon by foreclosure as authorized by law.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-16
#2017-131 - Approving Setting Delinquency Due Date for Special
Assessment Installments
This item relates to Consent Agenda item G-15.
Staff Contact: Jerry Janulewicz
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-131
WHEREAS, by ordinance passed and adopted by the City of Grand Island,
paving, sanitary sewer, water and/or sidewalks special assessments were duly and regularly
levied upon the properties described below; and
WHEREAS, the aforesaid special assessments were payable in installments; and
WHEREAS, Neb.Rev.Stat. § 18-1216 provides authority for a city of the first
class to collect the special assessments which it levies and to perform all other necessary
functions related thereto including foreclosure; and
WHEREAS, there exists three or more installments delinquent and unpaid with
respect to the following parcels located within the municipal boundaries of the City of Grand
Island, Hall County, Nebraska:
Record Title Owner Property Address Legal Description Number of
Installments
Delinquent and
Unpaid
Dennis Jay and
Kimberly J. Otte
4146 Driftwood
Drive
Lot 25, Westwood
Park Second
Subdivision
1 through 9, inclusive
Julie Nickerson 1141 Pleasant View
Drive
Lot 3, Block 2,
Pleasant View 12th
Subdivision
1 through 4, inclusive
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, as follows:
1.All future special assessments installments with respect to the above-described
properties shall be due on July 1, 2017 and shall be delinquent if unpaid after said date.
Thereafter, City’s finance and legal departments are hereby authorized and directed to collect
the delinquent special assessments and interest accrued thereon, and to enforce the special
assessment liens by foreclosure as authorized by law.
2.A copy of this Resolution shall be published in the Grand Island Independent one
time each week for not less than three successive weeks.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item G-17
#2017-132 - Approving One (1) New 2017 14,000 GVW (3500)
Dump Truck 4x4 for the Parks and Recreation Department
Staff Contact: Todd McCoy
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Todd McCoy, Parks and Recreation Director
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Bid Award for (1) New 2017 12,000 GVW (3500) Dump
Truck 4x4
Presenter(s):Todd McCoy, Parks and Recreation Director
Background
The Parks Division budgeted this year to replace a 1991 five-yard dump truck. The Parks
Department is recommending purchasing a smaller dump truck that is more
maneuverable in the parks and does not require a CDL permit to operate. The new unit
will haul woodchips, dirt, tree branches, gravel, sand, logs, and clear snow during the
winter. The existing truck has 5,866 hours, 48,943 miles, and is valued near $10,000. If
no other City divisions are interested in the older truck it will be placed on auction.
Current 1991 Unit
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Recommended 2017 Unit
Discussion
Two bids were received to purchase a new dump truck.
Anderson of Grand Island, NE Ford F350 $43,282.00
Gregg Young CDJR of Grand Island, NE Ram 3500 $43,592.00
Staff recommends the low bid from Anderson of Grand Island to purchase as new Ford
F350 unit. The truck was approved in this year’s budget account 10044403.
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 City Council approve the purchase of one (1)
new 2017 F-350 4X4 dump truck from Anderson Ford of Grand Island, Nebraska. The
total purchase price is $43,282.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the purchase of one (1) new 2017 F-350 4X4 dump truck for the
amount of $43,282.00.
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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:April 12, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.
FOR:One (1) New 2017 14,000 GVW (3500) Dump Truck 4x4
DEPARTMENT:Parks & Recreation
ESTIMATE:$55,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:10044403-85625
PUBLICATION DATE:March 30, 2017
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:3
SUMMARY
Bidder:Anderson Gregg Young CDJR
Grand Island, NE Grand Island, NE
Exceptions:None Noted
Model:Ford F350 Ram 3500
Bid Price:$43,282.00 $43,592.00
cc:Todd McCoy, Parks & Recreation Director Patti Buettner, Parks Admin. Assist.
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator Renae Griffiths, Finance Director
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Gregg Bostelman, Park Maintenance Supt.
P1960
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-132
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for one (1) new 2017
14,000 GVW (3500) Dump Truck 4x4 for the Grand Island Parks Division, according to plans
and specifications on file with the Parks and Recreation Department; and
WHEREAS, on April 12, 2017, two (2) bids were received, opened and reviewed;
and
WHEREAS, Anderson Ford 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 $43,282.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of Anderson Ford from Grand
Island, Nebraska in the amount of $43,282.00 for one (1) new 2017 14,000 GVW (3500) Dump
Truck 4x4 for the Grand Island Parks Division is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item H-1
Consideration of Review of Public Hearing on the Development of
2017-2018 Annual Action Plan for CDBG Activities
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-4.
Staff Contact: Charley Falmlen
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item I-1
#2017-133 - Consideration of Amending Subdivision Agreement
for Sterling Estates 8th Subdivision
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, AICP
Meeting:April 25, 2017
Subject:Amendment to Sterling Estates 8th Subdivision
Agreement
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity AICP
Background
Marc Starostka on behalf of Starostka Group Unlimited, Inc is requesting that the Grand
Island City Council consider amending the subdivision agreement for Sterling Estates 8th
Subdivision to allow parking only on the east side of Sunrise Avenue and north side of
Monarch Avenue.
The Starostka Group will be purchasing this property located to the north and east sides
of Sterling Estates Park and developing it with two-unit townhomes similar to those on
the south side of the park.
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The proposed development of townhome units with two-car attached garages leaves very
little room on the street for on-street parking. Each unit has at least four parking spaces
with the garage spaces and those on the driveway. This leaves very little room between
the driveways along the curb of on-street parking.
The picture below is a street view of the development south of the park.
The development pattern will be similar for the remaining lots around the park.
In March of 2014 the Grand Island City Council, with the recommendation of the Hall
County Regional Planning Commission and City staff, adopted street standards with a
32’ street as the standard residential street for Grand Island. With that standard, parking
is limited to one side of the street. This request is the first time that a developer has
requested the 32’ street. With that request, they are asking Council to designate which
side of the street parking will be allowed on. The request is to allow parking on the east
side of Sunrise Avenue (east of the park) and north side of Monarch Avenue (north of the
park).
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If approved, the subdivision agreement would be amended as follows:
1.Paving. The Subdivider agrees to pave Sunrise Avenue and
Monarch Avenue in accordance with plans and specifications approved by the City's
Director of Public Works, and subject to the City's inspection. If the Subdivider fails to
pave Sunrise Avenue and Monarch Avenue, the City may create a paving district to
perform such work. The Subdivider agrees to waive the right to object to the creation of
any paving district for Sunrise Avenue and Monarch Avenue where they abut the
subdivision. The Thirty Two foot (32’) standard residential street allows parking on
one side of the street to preserve access and parking shall only be permitted along
the east side of Sunrise Avenue and north side of Monarch Avenue unless further
changed or amended by Grand Island City Council.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve the resolution approving the amended agreement.
2.Move to not approve the resolution.
3.Refer the issue to a committee.
4.Postpone the issue to a future date.
5.Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council move to approve the resolution
amending the agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement and the Clerk to
file the agreement as amended.
Sample Motion
Move to adopt resolution as presented.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
April 21, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-133
WHEREAS Niedfelt Property Management Preferred LLC, A Nebraska Limited
Liability Company, being the owners of the land described hereon, and Starostka Group
Unlimited, Inc. having contracted to purchase the land describe hereon “STERLING ESTATES
EIGHTH SUBDIVISION” in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, and wish to have
certain amendments to the approved and filed subdivision agreement for said property
considered for approval by the Grand Island City Council; and
WHEREAS, a form of subdivision agreement has been agreed to between the
owner of the property and the City of Grand Island amending Paragraph 1 of the signed and
approved agreement as follow:
1.Paving. The Subdivider agrees to pave Sunrise Avenue and Monarch
Avenue in accordance with plans and specifications approved by the City's Director of Public
Works, and subject to the City's inspection. If the Subdivider fails to pave Sunrise Avenue and
Monarch Avenue, the City may create a paving district to perform such work. The Subdivider
agrees to waive the right to object to the creation of any paving district for Sunrise Avenue and
Monarch Avenue where they abut the subdivision. The Thirty Two foot (32’) standard
residential street allows parking on one side of the street to preserve access and parking shall
only be permitted along the east side of Sunrise Avenue and north side of Monarch Avenue
unless further changed or amended by Grand Island City Council.
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.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, April 25, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Council Session
Item J-1
Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of April 12, 2017
through April 25, 2017
The Claims for the period of April 12, 2017 through April 25, 2017 for a total amount of $4,748,330.41.
A MOTION is in order.
Staff Contact: Renae Griffiths
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