08-10-2021 City Council Regular Meeting Packet
City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session Agenda
City Council:
Jason Conley
Michelle Fitzke
Bethany Guzinski
Chuck Haase
Maggie Mendoza
Vaughn Minton
Mitchell Nickerson
Mike Paulick
Justin Scott
Mark Stelk
Mayor:
Roger G. Steele
City Administrator:
Jerry Janulewicz
City Clerk:
RaNae Edwards
7:00 PM
Council Chambers - City Hall
100 East 1st Street, Grand Island, NE 68801
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City of Grand Island Tuesday, August 10, 2021
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 Jim Reynolds, Berean Bible Church, 4116 West Capital
Avenue
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item C-1
Presentation by Nebraska State Fair Director Bill Ogg on the
Upcoming Nebraska State Fair
"Welcome to the Fair" - Nebraska State Fair Director Bill Ogg will update the Mayor and City Council
on the upcoming Nebraska State Fair to be held August 27 through September 6, 2021.
Staff Contact: Mayor R
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item E-1
Public Hearing on One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan
Council action will take place under Resolutions item I-2.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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PUBLIC WORKS
John Collins, PE
City Engineer/Public Works Director
Capital Projects
2021/2022
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2021 Projects
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Stolley Park Rd Rehabilitation
Annual Curb Ramp Project No. 2021-CR-1
Webb Rd Paving Assessments
Sycamore Underpass Rehabilitation
Pavement Condition
Five Points Intersection Improvements
Old Potash Hwy; North Rd to Webb Rd
US Hwy 30 Realignment (NDOT)
Broadwell/UPRR Grade Separation
Signal Timing
North Rd; 13th St to Hwy 2
North Rd; Old Potash Hwy to 13th St
North Rd; Hwy 30 to Old Potash Hwy
US Hwy 30 Bridges (NDOT)
Custer Ave Rehabilitation
Eddy St Underpass Rehabilitation
Capital Ave; Moores Creek to North Rd
Hwy 2; Cairo to Grand Island (NDOT)
Bond Payment
NW Flood Control Project
Moores Creek Drain Extension
N Broadwell Drainage
N 80 Wetland Delineation
Sidewalk Cost Share Program
Capital Ave Drainage Improvements
PVIP Drainage Dist. No. 2020-1
Capital Heights Drainage
Misc. Drainage Improvements
US Hwy 30 Drainage (NDOT)
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2021 Capital Improvement Projects
Funded by Gas Tax
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Project 2021 Budget 2021 Forecast
Stolley Park Rd Rehabilitation -$ 500$
Annual Curb Ramp Project (2021-CR-1)155,000$ 155,000$
Webb Rd Paving Assessments 120,000$ 120,000$
Sycamore Underpass Rehab -$ 119,072$
Pavement Condition -$ 2,821$
Five Pts Intersection Improvements -$ 2,500$
Old Potash Hwy; North Rd to Webb Rd 7,875,000$ 7,875,000$
US Hwy 30 Realingment -$ 200$
Broadwell /UPRR Grade Separation 124,000$ 184,041$
Signal Timing -$ 1,230$
North Rd; 13th St to Hwy 2 2,540,000$ 3,161,652$
North Rd; Old Potash Hwy to 13th St 15,000$ 15,000$
North Rd; US Hwy 30 to Old Potash Hwy 15,000$ 35,000$
US Hwy 30 Bridges -$ 4,000$
Custer Ave Rehabilitation 900,000$ 100,000$
Eddy St Underpass Rehabilitation 900,000$ 80,000$
Capital Ave; Moores Creek to North Rd 1,090,000$ 140,000$
Hwy 2; Cairo to Grand Island -$ 500$
Bond Payment -$ 237,485$
13,734,000$ 12,234,001$
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2021 Capital Improvement Projects
Funded by General Fund
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NW Flood Control Project 490,500$ 195,000$
Moores Creek Drain Extension; 2020-D-1 95,000$ 166,310$
N Broadwell Drainage; 2018-D-1 -$ 19,838$
N 80 Wetland Delineation 150,000$ 10,000$
Sidewalk Cost Share Program 25,000$ 25,000$
Capital Ave Drainage Improvements; 2020-D-2 250,000$ 310,000$
PVIP Drainage Dist No. 2020-1 200,000$ 200,000$
Capital Heights Drainage 300,000$ -$
Misc. Drainage Improvements 75,000$ -$
Highway 30 Drainage (NDOT)-$ 583,198$
1,585,500$ 1,509,347$
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PUBLIC WORKS
Summary of Capital Improvement Projects
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Project 2021 Budget 2021 Forecast
Funded by Gas Tax 13,734,000$ 12,234,001$
Funded by General Fund 1,585,500$ 1,509,347$
15,319,500$ 13,743,348$
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Proposed Capital Projects for 2021/2022
Annual Curb Ramp Project No. 2022-CR-1
Webb Rd Paving Assessments
Pavement Condition Survey
Five Points Intersection Improvements
Old Potash Hwy; North Rd to Webb Rd
Broadwell/ UPRR Grade Separation
North Rd; 13th St to Hwy 2
North Rd; Old Potash Hwy to 13th St
North Rd; US Hwy 30 to Old Potash Hwy
US Highway 30 Bridges (NDOT)
Custer Ave; Old Potash Hwy to Faidley Ave
Custer Ave; Faidley Ave to 13th St
Eddy St Underpass Rehabilitation
Capital Ave; Moores Creek to North Rd
Hwy 2 Resurfacing (NDOT)
Bond Payment
Locust St; Koenig St to Fonner Park Rd
Claude Rd (ROW)
NW Flood Control Project
Moores Creek Drain Extension-Water
Tower/Park Culverts
Moores Creek Detention Cell-Old Potash
Hwy & North Rd
N 80 Wetland Delineation
Sidewalk Cost Share Program
PVIP Drainage District No. 2020-1
Brookline Drainage Improvements
South St/ Henry St Drainage Improvements
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Annual Curb Ramp Project No. 2022-CR-1
$165,000
Required by the Federal American
Disabilities Act (ADA) Regulations
–installation program follows the
previous year’s asphalt program and
other priority corridors. Additional
locations are added as funds allow.
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Webb Road Paving Assessments (City share)
$120,000
The City portion of the Webb Road
paving improvements under District
No. 1260 were set at $803,896.74
Installments are set to be paid over the
ten (10) year timeframe set by the
Board of Equalization –2022 is
payment year seven (7)
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Pavement Condition Survey
$165,000
Requirement to assess roadway pavement every three (3) years, at
a minimum
Assessment is used to determine roadways that become part of
the annual maintenance project, as well as roadways that require
more substantial work or rebuild
Information also used for City’s annual
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Five Points Intersection Improvements (NDOT)
$50,000 / $3,420,000
Work will begin to acquire
public right-of-way and
finish design
Letting scheduled Fall 2022
(subject to change)
Federal funding cap
increased to $2,640,000
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Old Potash Highway; North Road to Webb Rd
$2,350,000/ $15,735,000
Widening and reconfiguring Old Potash Highway from North Road to
Webb Road, with improvements at intersections, and increased
connectivity to roadway network
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Broadwell/UPRR Grade Separation
$70,000/ $28,350,000
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Seeking grant opportunities:
Infrastructure for Rebuilding America
(INFRA) and Rebuilding American
Infrastructure with Sustainability and
Equity (RAISE)
Mittigate vehicle traffic conflicts with
railroad crossing
Anticipate 10 year process to acquire
funds (began FY 2019)
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North Road; 13th Street to Highway 2
$2,000,000/ $8,500,000
Intersection of Highway 2 and North Rd to
the intersection of 13th Street and North Rd
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Concrete curb and gutter with sidewalk,
traffic control, and drainage
Completion 2022
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North Road; Old Potash Hwy to 13th Street
$3,525,000/ $4,595,296
13th Street to Old Potash Highway
Concrete curb and gutter section with
sidewalk, traffic control, and
drainage
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North Road; US Hwy 30 to Old Potash Hwy
$25,000/ $3,014,768
Improvements from the intersection of
Old Potash Highway and North Road to
the intersection of Highway 30 and North
Road
Concrete curb and gutter with sidewalk,
traffic control, and drainage
ROW/Easement acquisitions FY 2022
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US Highway 30 Bridges (NDOT)
$230,000 (City share)/ $5,616,785
Repairing and milling existing roadway and resurfacing with
asphalt
Replacing approaches, remodeling abutments and wing walls,
replacing or constructing median barrier, and sidewalk
overlay, and other repairs
Cost of work within City limits is estimated at $1,842,000
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Custer Avenue Rehabilitation
$3,005,000/ $4,200,000
Full depth removal of the driving
lanes
Project will be constructed in 3
phases
Phase I-Old Potash Hwy to
Faidley Ave
Phase II-Faidley Ave to 13th St
Phase III-13th St to Forrest St
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Eddy Street Underpass Rehabilitation
$1,300,000/ $1,500,000
Concrete patching, wall surface
treatments, bird netting and other
repairs
Construction 2022 (anticipate lane
closures, but not full closure)
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Capital Avenue, Moores Creek to North Road
$2,235,000/ $2,375,000
Widening west from the Moores Creek
Drainway to North Road to match section
to the east
Concrete curb and gutter section with
sidewalk, traffic control, and drainage
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Highway 2 Resurfacing (NDOT)
(City share)$1,200,000 / $15,668,000
Reconstructing from Cairo to Grand
Island
Removing and replacing pavement
(including shoulders, median, and
curb & gutter )with concrete
Estimated cost within City limits:
$7,918,079; City share: $1,878,894
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Locust St; Koenig St to Fonner Park Rd
$450,000 / $6,783,520
Full depth replacement of roadway
Geometric/drainage improvements
Design to start 2022
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Claude Rd (ROW)
$750,000
Surrounding area is being developed
ROW is necessary for corridor protection for future
expansion of Claude Road north to State Street
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Northwest Flood Control Project
$35,000 / $7,800,000
Nearing completion.
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Moores Creek Drain Extension-
Water Tower/Park Culverts
$200,000/ $245,000
Installation of drainage
culverts near Water Tower
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Moores Creek Detention Cell-
Old Potash Hwy & North Rd
$450,000
Detention cell to serve the
Old Potash Highway/North
Road area
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N 80 Wetland Delineation
$200,000 / $1,700,000
City owned wetland bank
Detention cell to allow additional
storage on the north end of town
Improve drainage depths in Moores
Creek within the City
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Sidewalk Cost Share Program
$25,000
Ordinance No. 9764
Repair displaced, broken, and/or
ADA deficient sidewalks in the
public ROW
Construct sidewalk to fill in the
network
5 applications received in FY21, with
$9,645.79 paid out
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PVIP Drainage District No. 2020-1
$250,000/ $600,000
Design and construction of
drainage outlet in the Platte
Valley Industrial Park area
City portion of a partnership
with Hall County, CPNRD &
GIAEDC
City cost will be recouped by
assessment district
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Brookline Drainage Improvements
$350,000
Improve drainage along
Brookline Drive, East of
South Locust Street
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South St/ Henry St Drainage Improvements
$100,000
Improve intersection
drainage to stop
roadway washout
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2022 Capital Improvement Projects
Funded with Gas Tax Money & Sales Tax
Annual Curb Ramp Project (2022-CR-1)165,000$
Webb Rd Paving Assessments 120,000$
Pavement Condition Survey 165,000$
Five Points Intersection Improvements 50,000$
Old Potash Hwy; North Rd to Webb Rd 2,350,000$
Broadwell /UPRR Grade Separation 70,000$
North Rd; 13th St to Hwy 2 2,000,000$
North Rd; Old Potash Hwy to 13th St 3,525,000$
North Rd; US Hwy 30 to Old Potash Hwy 25,000$
US Highway 30 Bridges (NDOT)230,000$
Custer Ave; Old Potash Hwy to Faidley Ave 1,500,000$
Custer Ave; Faidley Ave to 13th St 1,505,000$
Eddy St Underpass Rehabilitation 1,300,000$
Capital Ave; Moores Creek to North Rd 2,235,000$
Hwy 2 Resurfacing (NDOT)1,200,000$
Bond Payment 1,708,850$
Locust St; Koenig St to Fonner Park Rd 450,000$
Claude Rd (ROW)750,000$
19,348,850$
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2022 Capital Improvement Projects
Funded by General Fund
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NW Flood Control Project 35,000$
Moores Creek Drain Extension Water Tower/Park Culverts 200,000$
Moores Creek Detention Cell- Old Potash Hwy & North Rd 450,000$
N 80 Wetland Delineation 200,000$
Sidewalk Cost Share Program 25,000$
PVIP Drainage District No. 2020-1 250,000$
Brookline Drainage Improvements 350,000$
South St/ Henry St Drainage Improvements 100,000$
1,610,000$
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2022 Capital Improvement Budget Summary
•$330,000 of capital dollars is mandated
•$120,000 of capital dollars is funding Federal Aid projects
•$1,430,000 of capital dollars is funding State projects
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Funded by Gas Tax & Sales Tax 19,348,850$
Funded by Sales Tax 1,610,000$
20,958,850$
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2022 Funding Sources-210 Fund
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Balance Forward 10,511,416$
State Gas Tax Fund 5,500,000$
NDOT Buy Backs 986,731$
1/2 Cent Sales Tax 7,429,500$
Other Revenue 2,539,500$
Bond -$
Total Available Funding 26,967,147$
210 Fund Capital Projects 19,348,850$
210 Streets Expenses 4,911,588$
210 Streets Non-Capital Projects 1,685,000$
Total Expenses 25,945,438$
Ending Cash Balance in 210 Fund 1,021,709$
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2022 Future Project Expenses
Project 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Annual Handicap Ramp 165,000$ 168,826$ 463,710$ 477,621$ -$
Webb Rd Paving Assessments 120,000$ 120,000$ 120,000$ 120,000$ -$
Pavement Condition Survey 165,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Five Points Intersection Improvements 50,000$ -$ -$ 179,108$ -$
Old Potash Hwy; North Rd to Webb Rd 2,350,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Broadwell /UPRR Grade Separation 70,000$ 563,000$ -$ -$ -$
North Rd; 13th St to Hwy 2 2,000,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
North Rd; Old Potash Hwy to 13th St 3,525,000$ 500,000$ -$ -$ -$
North Rd; US Hwy 30 to Old Potash Hwy 25,000$ 2,650,000$ -$ -$ -$
US Highway 30 Bridges (NDOT)230,000$ 115,000$ -$ -$ -$
Custer Ave; Old Potash Hwy to Faidley Ave 1,500,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Custer Ave; Faidley Ave to 13th St 1,505,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Eddy St Underpass Rehabilitation 1,300,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Capital Ave; Moores Creek to North Rd 2,235,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Hwy 2 Resurfacing (NDOT)1,200,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Bond Payment 1,708,850$ 1,763,150$ 1,759,350$ 1,758,450$ 1,760,250$
Locust St; Koenig St to Fonner Park Rd 450,000$ 450,204$ 2,898,185$ 2,985,131$ -$
Claude Rd (ROW)750,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
N 80 Wetland Delineation 200,000$ 1,490,000$ -$ -$ -$
19,548,850$ 7,820,180$ 5,241,245$ 5,520,310$ 1,760,250$
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PUBLIC WORKS
Inflation is running about 8%
Timeline
Delays in shipping
Shortage of workers
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Issues from COVID Response
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2012-2020 Public Works CIP Projects
2012
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
Annual Sidwealk Projects
Miscellaneous Safety Enhancements
Moores Creek Drain Extension- Faidley Avenue to Edna Drive; Drainage Project No. 2008-D-2
Storm Water Planning
DrainageDitch Concrete Liner
Highway 30- Grant to Greenwich; Project No. NH 30-4(103)
Contracted Concrete Repair
Aeration Basins Improvements
Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
Sanitary Sewer District No. 528; Wildwood Sub
Sanitary Sewer Distict No. 530T; Highway 281 to I-80
2013
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Program
Blaine Street Paving- Wildwood Drive to Schimmer Drive; Street Improvement Project No. 2012-P-2
Stagecoach Detention Cell Improvement; Project No. 2013-D-1
Stuhr Road Concrete Overlay
Contracted Concrete Repair
2014
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
Downtown Historical Lighting; Project No. ENH-40 (60)
Southwest Outfall Drainage- Central Community College to the Wood River; Project No. 2011-D-1
South Webb Raod extending north from Stolley Park Road to Union Pacific Railroad Tracks; Street Improvement District No. 1260
Westgate Road extending from North Road to paved sectcion of Westgate Road; Street Improvement District No. 1261
US Highway 30 Drainage Improvements; Project No. URB-30-4(158)
Federal Aid Resurfacing- Various Location; Project No. URB-5409(2), Control No. 42706
Walk to Walnut Safe Routes to School
Contracted Concrete Repair
2015
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
3rd Street and Wheeler Avenue Intersection Improvements; Project No. 2015-P-2
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements
Faidley Avenue and Diers Avenue Traffic Signal; Project No. 2014-TS-1
State Street and Capital Avenue Connector Trail
Westgate Drainage Improvements; District No. 2013-D-4
Headworks Improvements
Contracted Concrete Repair
2016Blaine Street Bridge ReplacementFaidley Avenue Extension- North Road to Irongate Avenue; Street Improvement Project No. 2014-P-1
S Locust Street and State Fair Boulevard Traffic Signal Relocation
Hall County SID #2- Sanitary Sewer Improvements
Contracted Concrete Repair
2017ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements- Community Development Block Grant (4th Street to 5th Street; Sycamore Street to Eddy Street)ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements Annual Asphalt Resurfacing ProjectHighway 281 Northbound ImprovementsPavement Condition SurveySterling Estates Fourth Subdivision Paving; Street Improvement District No. 1262
Waugh Street Relocation; Steet Improvement Project No. 2015-P-5
Contracted Concrete Repair
Concrete Pad at Wastewater Treatment Plant
Sanitary Sewer District No. 538T; Lot 1 of Jack Voss Horse Country Club 3rd Sub, Lot 1 of Miracle Valley 2nd Sub, and Part of W1/2 SW 1/4 of Misc Tracts 2-11-10Sanitary Sewer District No. 539; North Webb Road and 13th Street 2018Adams Street Paving; Street Improvement Project No. 2016-P-2ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
Capital Avenue- Webb Road to Wheeler Avenue; Street Improvement Projecta No. URB-5436(5), CN 42707
North Broadwell Drainage; Project No. 2017-D-3
Parking Resolution Update
Shady Bend Road Drainage; Project No. 2017-D-2Transit Needs StudyContracted Concrete RepairNorth Interceptor Phase IIUrgent Collection System Rehabilitation- Various Locations 2019Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements- Community Development Block Grant (Various Locations)
North Road and 13th Street Roadway Improvements; Project No. 2018-P-1
US Highway 281 Lighting Improvements- Stolley Park Road to US Highway 30 OverpassWilliam Street Paving Improvements; Project No. 2018-PContracted Concrete RepairLift Station No. 20 Upgrade and Force Main Rehabilitation & Lift Station No. 14 Abandonment; Project No. 2017-S-1WAS Tank BlowerWest Stolley Park Road and Engleman Road Sanitary Sewer Extension; Project No. 2017-S-3 and Sanitary Sewer District No. 540T2020
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements
Annual Aspahlt Resurfacing Project
Pavement Condition Survey
Sidewalk District No. 1- 2019HSIP-5402(5), Stolley Park Road Reconfiguation; Project No. CN 42812Storm Sewer MappingSugar Beet Harrison Trail Drainage Project No. 2019-D-1Traffic Signal Timing Optimization; US Highway 281 & Webb Road CorridorsTraffic Studies- Various LocationsContracted Concrete Repair
Cell 3 Liner Construction at the Grand Island Regional Landfill
Downtown Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation- 2019; Project No. 2019-S-1
Furnishing Components for "EIMCO® Type C3D-Full Trough Skimmer Clarifier Mechanism"; Project No. 2019-WWTP-5Lift Station 11 Upgrade and RepairsSanitary Sewer District No. 543; Willow Street
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2021-2022 Public Works CIP Projects
2021 Projected Completion
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
Capital Avenue Driange Improvements- North Road to Mooers Creek :Project No. 2020-D-2
Kaufman Detention Cell Outlet
Moores Creek Extension: Project No. 2017-D-1
North Broadwell Ditch Drainage; Project No. 20189-D-1
Sidewalk Cost Share Program
South Front Street over Sycamore Underpass Rehabilitation; Project No. 2017-U-1
Contracted Concrete Repair
Downtown Sanitary Sewer Manhole Rehabilitaiton; Project No. 2020-S-7
Final Clarifier Rehabilitation
Sanitary Sewer Collection System Breaks
Sanitary Sewer District No. 544; Ellington Pointe and a portion of Westwood Park Subdivison
Wastewater Treatment Plant Paving Improvements; Project No. 2020-WWTP-1
2022 Proposed Completion
Annual Asphalt Resurfacing Project
ADA Accessible Sidewalk Curb Ramp Improvements
Pavement Condition Survey
Old Potash Highway- Norht Road to Webb Road; Street Improvement Project No. 2019-P-1
North Road- 13th Street to Highway 2; Street Improvement Project No. 2019-P-5
North Road- Old Potash Highway to 13th Street; Street Improvement Project No. 2019-P-6
US Highway 30 Bridges
Custer Avenue- Old Potash Highway to Faidley Avenue; Street Improvement Project No. 2019-P-13
Eddy Street Underpass Rehabilitation
Capital Avenue- Moores Creek to North Road; Street Improvement Project No. 2020-P-1
Highway 2 Resurfacing
Contracted Concrete Repair
Northwest Flood Control Project
Moores Creek Drainage Extension- Water Tower / Park Culverts
Moores Creek Detention Cell- Old Potash Highway & North Road
Sidewalk Cost Share Program
PVIP Drainage District NO. 2020-1
Brookline Drainage Improvements
South Street/ Henry Street Drianage Improvements
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item F-1
#9831 - Consideration of Approving Changes to Chapter 27 of the
Grand Island City Code Relative to Procurement (Second and
Final Reading)
Staff Contact: Stacy Nonhof, Interim City Attorney
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Stacy R. Nonhof, Interim City Attorney
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Amend City Code Chapter 27 Purchasing
Presenter(s):Stacy R. Nonhof, Interim City Attorney
Background
Periodically it is a good idea to review City Code sections to make sure that they reflect
the state of the law and purchasing power in today’s world. The changes proposed to
Chapter 27 regarding purchasing are the result of review by the City Attorney’s Office
and the Finance Department. Once a draft document was created, all department
directors were given the chance to propose any changes or updates to Chapter 27.
Discussion
The purpose of this ordinance is to update Chapter 27 of Grand Island City Code and
bring it into compliance with State Statute. Some of the major changes to Chapter 27 are:
27-4 – The bidder claiming confidential or proprietary information must provide
an explanation of that claim when making the claim.
27-7 – It updates the minimum amount of a contract that requires Council
approval to $30,000.00 and is in compliance with the amount set in state
purchasing statutes. This is the amount that counties across Nebraska are
statutorily required to use.
27-8 – Competitive Sealed Bidding will now need to be advertised for 15 days
instead of 7. This will be the same duration as Requests for Proposals and
Qualifications.
27-11 – Small Purchases will now be allowed up to the amount of $10,000.00
without a requirement for quotations. Currently, the amount for goods is
$2500.00 and the amount for work requiring labor is $7500.00 – this change
makes it a uniform amount across the board without the distinction of labor being
involved or not. Quotes will be required for purchases between $10,000 but equal
to or less than $30,000.00. Anything over $30,000 will require a public letting
that is approved by Council. Municipal electric utility enlargements or
improvements will require three quotes between the amounts of $10,000 and
$120,000. This amount is set by State Statute.
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o Council Member Haase asked about the total number of purchases that
this would affect or would have affected. With the help of the Finance
Department, the total of number of purchases per month and at what level
has been broken down as follows:
<0
1-
2499
2500-
4999
5000-
7499
7500-
9999
10,000-
19,999
20,000-
29,999
Over
30,000
2500-
9,999
Total
Purchases
Affected
Percentage
Purchases
Jul-20 126 1918 83 54 27 42 24 58 164 2332 7.03%
Aug-20 139 1652 83 37 23 37 17 57 143 2045 6.99%
Sep-20 91 1670 82 47 22 47 24 57 151 2040 7.40%
Oct-20 99 1901 83 48 26 37 19 60 157 2273 6.91%
Nov-20 104 1636 65 27 16 25 18 45 108 1936 5.58%
Dec-20 66 1468 76 37 21 28 17 60 134 1773 7.56%
Jan-21 110 1688 73 54 30 55 20 67 157 2097 7.49%
Feb-21 58 1728 48 43 25 39 11 39 116 1991 5.83%
Mar-21 77 1694 63 37 16 38 37 46 116 2008 5.78%
Apr-21 82 1758 65 41 20 47 22 50 126 2085 6.04%
May-21 85 1610 72 31 13 33 12 42 116 1898 6.11%
Jun-21 80 1651 62 38 25 33 22 55 125 1966 6.36%
Jul-21 54 1029 45 29 14 21 8 52 88 1252 7.03%
27-12 – Sole Source Procurement is updated to only be a valid sole source for a
period of ten years. After ten years, the department will be required to re-solicit
bids and present another Sole Source designation to the Council. Currently, there
is no limit as to how long a vendor can be a sole source provider for certain
replacement items.
27-13 – Emergency Procurements has been updated to reflect the language of
State Statute.
27-32 – Performance and Payment Bonds – the amount has been updated to
reflect the amount triggering the requirement under State Statute to contracts in
the amount of $10,000 or more for the erecting, furnishing, or repairing of any
public building, bridge, roadway, or other public structure or improvement.
27-34 – Fiscal Responsibility has been changed to reflect a more realistic number
requiring prior Council approval for a contract modification, change order, or
contract price adjustment from $300 to an amount of five percent or more than the
original contract amount. Anything over 5% of the contract amount will require
Council approval prior to the work being done. Any change orders under that
amount can be authorized upon the recommendation of the engineer and approval
of the department director. Those change orders will then be approved by
Council at a later date. This will prevent delays in projects where changes are
needed. Currently, any change over $300 needs Council approval prior to the
work being done. Many of these changes are time sensitive and a delay will
ultimately cost more than the proposed change as the delay in the project costs the
City time and extra money paid to the contractor for delays that can be prevented.
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27-62 Business Travel has been removed to make a requirement for a travel
policy manual that will be subject to approval by the Finance Director and City
Administrator. All travel will be in compliance with that manual.
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 approval of the changes to Chapter 27 of City Code.
Sample Motion
Move to approve Ordinance No. 9831.
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Approved as to Form¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9831
An ordinance to amend Chapter 27 of Grand Island City Code; to amend Sections 27-3
thru 27-5, 27-7 thru 27-13, 27-32, 27-34, 27-35, and 27-60 thru 27-64; to clarify and/or make
general corrections to various code sections, to repeal any ordinance or parts of ordinances in
conflict herewith; and to provide for publication and the effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. Sections 27-3 thru 27-5, 27-7 thru 27-13, 27-32, 27-34, 27-35, and
27-60 thru 27-64 of the Grand Island City Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
§27-3. Definitions
Architect, Engineer and Land Surveying Services. Those professional services within the
scope of the practice of architecture, professional engineering, or land surveying, as defined by
the laws of the State of Nebraska.
Blind Trust. An independently managed trust in which the employee-beneficiary has no
management rights and in which the employee beneficiary is not given notice of alterations in, or
other dispositions of, the property subject to the trust.
Brand Name or Equal Specification. A specification limited to one or more items by
manufacturers' names or catalogue numbers to describe the standard of quality, performance, and
other salient characteristics needed to meet City requirements, and which provides for the
submission of equivalent products.
Brand Name Specification. A specification limited to one or more items by
manufacturers' names or catalogue numbers.
Business. Any corporation, partnership, individual, sole proprietorship, joint stock
company, joint venture, or any other private legal entity.
Change Order. A written order signed and issued by the purchasing agent, directing the
contractor to make changes which the "Changes" clause of the contract authorizes the purchasing
agent to order without the consent of the contractor. Any written alteration in specifications,
delivery point, rate of delivery, period of performance, price, quantity, or other provisions of any
contract accomplished by mutual action of the parties to the contract.
Contract Modification (bilateral change). Any written alteration in specifications,
delivery point, rate of delivery, period of performance, price, quantity, or other provisions of any
contract accomplished by mutual action of the parties to the contract. A written order signed and
issued by the purchasing agent, directing the contractor to make changes which the "Changes"
clause of the contract authorizes the purchasing agent to order without the consent of the
contractor.
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Confidential Information. Any information which is available to an employee only
because of the employee's status as an employee of the City and is not a matter of public
knowledge or available to the public on request.
Construction. The process of building, altering, repairing, improving, or demolishing any
public structure or building, or other public improvements of any kind to any public real
property. It does not include the routine operation, routine repair, or routine maintenance of
existing structures, buildings, or real property.
Contract. All types of City agreements, regardless of what they may be called, for the
procurement of supplies, services, or construction.
Contractor. Any person having a contract with the City or a using agency thereof.
Cost Analysis. The evaluation of cost data for the purpose of arriving at costs actually
incurred or estimates of costs to be incurred, prices to be paid, and costs to be reimbursed.
Cost Data. Factual information concerning the cost of labor, material, overhead, and
other cost elements which are expected to be incurred or which have been actually incurred by
the contractor in performing the contract.
Cost-Reimbursement Contract. A contract under which a contractor is reimbursed for
costs which are allowable and allocable in accordance with the contract terms and the provisions
of this chapter, and a fee or profit, if any.
Direct or Indirect Participation. Involvement through decision, approval, disapproval,
recommendation, preparation of any part of a purchase request, influencing the content of any
specification or procurement standard, rendering of advice, investigation, auditing, or in any
other advisory capacity.
Disadvantaged Business. A small business which is owned or controlled by a majority of
persons, not limited to members of minority groups, who have been deprived of the opportunity
to develop and maintain a competitive position in the economy because of social disadvantages.
Employee. An individual drawing a salary or wages from the City, whether elected or not;
any noncompensated individual performing personal services for the City, or any department,
agency, commission, council, board, or any other entity established by the executive or
legislative branch of the City; and any noncompensated individual serving as an elected official
of the City.
Financial Interest. (a) Ownership of any interest or involvement in any relationship from
which, or as a result of which, a person within the past year has received, or is presently or in the
future entitled to receive, more than $100 per year, or its equivalent; (b) ownership of 1% of any
property or business; or (c) holding a position in a business such as officer, director, trustee,
partner, employee, or the like, or holding any position of management.
Gratuity. A payment, loan, subscription, advance, deposit of money, service, or anything
of more than nominal value, present or promised, unless consideration of substantially equal or
greater value is received.
Immediate Family. A spouse, children, parents, brothers, and sisters.
Invitation for Bids. All documents, whether attached or incorporated by reference,
utilized for soliciting sealed bids.
Person. Any business, individual, union, committee, club, other organization, or group of
individuals.
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Price Analysis. The evaluation of price data, without analysis of the separate cost
components and profit as in cost analysis, which may assist in arriving at prices to be paid and
costs to be reimbursed.
Pricing Data. Factual information concerning prices for items substantially similar to
those being procured. Prices in this definition refer to offered or proposed selling prices,
historical selling prices and current selling prices. The definition refers to data relevant to both
prime and subcontract prices.
Procurement. The buying, purchasing, renting, leasing, or otherwise acquiring of any
supplies, services, or construction. It also includes all functions that pertain to the obtaining of
any supply, service, or construction, including description of requirements, selection, and
solicitation of sources, preparation and award of contract, and all phases of contract
administration.
Public Agency. A public entity subject to or created by the City.
Qualified Products List. An approved list of supplies, services, or construction items
described by model or catalogue numbers, which, prior to competitive solicitation, the City has
determined will meet the applicable specification requirements.
Request for Proposals. A document, whether attached or incorporated by reference,
utilized for soliciting proposals.
Responsible Bidder or Offeror. A person who has the capability in all respects to perform
fully the contract requirements, and the tenacity, perseverance, experience, integrity, reliability,
capacity, facilities, equipment, and credit which will assure good faith performance.
Responsive Bidder. A person who has submitted a bid which conforms in all material
respects to the requirements set forth in the invitation for bids.
Services. The furnishing of labor, time, or effort by a contractor, not involving the
delivery of a specific end product other than reports which are merely incidental to the required
performance. The term shall not include employment agreements or collective bargaining
agreements.
Small Business. A United States business which is independently owned and which is not
dominant in its field of operation or an affiliate or subsidiary of a business dominant in its field
of operation.
Specification. Any description of the physical or functional characteristics or of the
nature of a supply, service, or construction item. It may include a description of a requirement
for inspecting, testing, or preparing a supply, service, or construction item for delivery.
Supplies. All property, including but not limited to equipment, materials, printing,
insurance, and leases of real property, excluding land or a permanent interest in land.
Using Agency. Any department, commission, board, or public agency requiring supplies,
services, or construction procured pursuant to this chapter.
§27-4. Public Access To Information
Procurement information shall be a public record to the extent provided in Neb. R.R.S.
§84-712 to §84-712.09, as amended, and shall be available to the public as provided in such
statutes. Any material marked as confidential, proprietary and/or as a trade secret will only be
withheld pursuant to these statutes if the bidder includes an explanation of why this information
should be withheld.
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§27-5. Purchasing Agent
There is hereby created an Office of the Purchasing Agent, headed by the Chief
Purchasing Agent. The Chief Purchasing Agent shall be a person with demonstrated executive
and organizational ability with knowledge of public procurement law and contracts.
The City Attorney, or their designee, shall perform the duties of Purchasing Agent during
any period that such office shall be vacant. The Purchasing Agent may establish rules and
procedures regarding purchases, purchase orders and use of City credit cards.
§27-7. Delegation To Other Officials
With the approval of the City Council and the Mayor, the Purchasing Agent may delegate
authority to purchase certain supplies, services, or construction items to other City officials, if
such delegation is deemed necessary for the effective procurement of those items. Procurement
authority with respect to certain supplies, services, or construction may be delegated to other
City officials by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council, when such delegation is
deemed necessary for the effective procurement of these supplies, services, or construction.
Procurement authority with respect to purchases of materials, supplies, equipment, services and
professional services under §27-11 is delegated to the department directors. City Council
approval shall be required for all contracts for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment,
services and professional services of more than $30,000.00.
§27-8. Competitive Sealed Bidding
Conditions for Use. All contracts of the City shall be awarded by competitive sealed
bidding Except as otherwise provided in §27-9 (Competitive Sealed Proposals), §27-10
(Designated Professional Services), §27-11 (Small Purchases), §27-12 (Sole Source
Procurement), §27-13 (Emergency Procurements), and §27-35 (Architects, Engineers,
Surveyors) of this chapter, all contracts of the City shall be awarded by competitive sealed
bidding.
Invitation for Bids. An invitation for bids shall be issued and shall include specifications,
and all contractual terms and conditions applicable to the procurement. Invitations for bids on
public works contracts shall require a statement of compliance with fair labor standards as
required by Neb. R.R.S. 73-102.
Public Notice. Adequate Public notice of the invitation for bids shall be given a
reasonable time, not less than seven (7) fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the date set forth
therein for the opening of bids. Such notice must be posted on the City’s website under the
Business tab, specifically the bids and request for proposals sections. Such notice may shall also
include publication in a newspaper of general circulation a reasonable time no less than fifteen
(15) calendar days prior to bid opening. The public notice shall state the place, date, and time of
bid opening.
Bid Opening. Bids shall be opened publicly in the presence of one or more witnesses at
the time and place designated in the invitation for bids. The amount of each bid, and such other
relevant information as the purchasing agent deems appropriate, together with the name of each
bidder shall be recorded; the record and each bid shall be open to public inspection in accordance
with §27-4 (Public Access to Information).
Bid Acceptance and Bid Evaluation. Bids shall be unconditionally accepted without
alteration or correction, except as authorized in this chapter. Bids shall be evaluated based on the
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requirements set forth in the invitation for bids, which may include criteria to determine
acceptability such as inspection, testing, quality, workmanship, delivery, and suitability for a
particular purpose. Those criteria that will affect the bid price and be considered in evaluation for
award shall be objectively measurable, such as discounts, transportation costs, and total or life
cycle costs. The invitation for bids shall set forth the evaluation criteria to be used. No criteria
may be used in bid evaluation that are not set forth in the invitation for bids.
Correction or Withdrawal of Bids; Cancellation of Awards. Correction or withdrawal of
inadvertently erroneous bids before or after bid opening, or cancellation of awards or contracts
based on such bid mistakes, may be permitted where appropriate. Mistakes discovered before bid
opening may be modified or withdrawn by written or telegraphic notice received in the office
designated in the invitation for bids prior to the time set for bid opening. After bid opening,
corrections in bids shall be permitted only to the extent that the bidder can show by clear and
convincing evidence that a mistake of a nonjudgmental character was made, the nature of the
mistake, and the bid price actually intended. After bid opening, no changes in bid prices or other
provisions of bids prejudicial to the interest of the City or fair competition shall be permitted. In
lieu of bid correction, a low bidder alleging a material mistake of fact may be permitted to
withdraw its bid if:
(A) The mistake is clearly evident on the face of the bid document but the intended correct
bid is not similarly evident; or
(B) The bidder submits evidence which clearly and convincingly demonstrates that a
mistake was made. All decisions to permit the correction or withdrawal of bids, or to cancel
awards or contracts based on bid mistakes, shall be supported by a written determination
made by the purchasing agent.
Award. The contract shall be awarded with reasonable promptness by appropriate written
notice to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder whose bid meets the requirements and
criteria set forth in the invitation for bids, subject to the requirements of Neb. R.R.S. 73-101.01
for resident bidder preference. In the event the low responsive and responsible bid for a
construction project exceeds available funds as certified by the city treasurer, and such bid does
not exceed such funds by more than five percent, the purchasing agent is authorized, when time
or economic considerations preclude resolicitation of work of a reduced scope, to negotiate an
adjustment of the bid price with the low responsive and responsible bidder, in order to bring the
bid within the amount of available funds. Negotiated adjustments shall be based upon
eliminating independent deductive items specified in the invitation for bids or upon adjustments
to unit prices or project prices.
Multi-Step Sealed Bidding. When it is considered impractical to prepare initially a
purchase description to support an award based on price, an invitation for bids may be issued
requesting the submission of unpriced offers to be followed by an invitation for bids limited to
those bidders whose offers have been determined to be technically acceptable under the criteria
set forth in the first solicitation.
Local Bidder Preference. In case of tied low bids, all other things being equal, preference
shall be given in the following order:
(A) To those bidders who manufacture their products within the limits of the City of Grand
Island;
(B) To those bidders who manufacture their products within the limits of the County of Hall;
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(C) To those bidders who package, process, or through some other substantial operation
have employees and facilities for these purposes in the City of Grand Island;
(D) To those bidders who package, process, or through some other substantial operation
have employees and facilities for these purposes in the County of Hall;
(E) To those bidders who maintain a bona fide business office in the City of Grand Island,
whose products may be made outside the confines of the County of Hall;
(F) To those bidders who maintain a bona fide business office in the County of Hall, whose
products may be made outside of the confines of the County of Hall;
(G) To those bidders whose commodities are manufactured, mined, produced, or grown
within the State of Nebraska, and to all firms, corporations, or individuals doing business as
Nebraska firms, corporations, or individuals when quality is equal or better and delivered
price is the same or less than the other bids received;
(H) To those bidders whose commodities are manufactured, mined, produced, or grown
within the United States of America, and to all firms, corporations, or individuals doing
business as firms registered in states other than Nebraska, when quality is equal or better and
delivered price is the same or less than the other bids received.
§27-9. Competitive Sealed Proposals
Conditions for Use. When the purchasing agent determines in writing that the use of
competitive sealed bidding is either not practicable or not advantageous to the City, a contract
may be entered into by use of the competitive sealed proposals method.
Request for Proposals. Proposals shall be solicited through a request for proposals.
Public Notice. Adequate Public notice of the request for proposals shall be given in the
same manner as provided in §27-8 (Competitive Sealed Bidding); provided, the minimum time
shall be fifteen (15) calendar days.
Receipt of Proposals. No proposals shall be handled so as to permit disclosure of the
identity of any offeror or the contents of any proposal during the process of negotiation including
meetings and interviews with any of the offerors. The register of proposals containing the name
and address of the offerors shall be open for public inspection. All proposals shall be open for
public inspection after the award of the contract.
Evaluation Factors. The request for proposals shall state the relative importance of price
and other evaluation factors.
Discussion with Responsible Offerors and Revisions to Proposals. As provided in the
request for proposals, discussions may be conducted with responsible offerors who submit
proposals determined to be reasonably susceptible of being selected for award for the purpose of
clarification to assure full understanding of, and conformance to, the solicitation requirements.
Offerors shall be accorded fair and equal treatment with respect to any opportunity for discussion
and revision of proposals and such revisions may be permitted after submissions and prior to
award for the purpose of obtaining best and final offers. In conducting discussion, there shall be
no disclosure of the identity of competing offerors or of any information derived from proposals
submitted by competing offerors.
Award. Award shall be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal is determined in
writing to be the most advantageous to the City, taking into consideration price and the
evaluation factors set forth in the request for proposals. No other factors or criteria shall be used
in the evaluation. The contract file shall contain the basis on which the award is made.
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§27-10. Designated Professional Services
Authority. For the purpose of procuring the services of accountants, clergy, physicians,
lawyers, or dentists, as defined by the laws of the State of Nebraska, any using agency requiring
such services may procure them on its own behalf, in accordance with the selection procedures
specified in this section. A using agency procuring such services shall consult with the
purchasing agent. No contract for the services of legal counsel may be awarded without the
approval of the city council.
Selection Procedure:
(A) Conditions for Use. Except as provided under §27-12 (Sole Source Procurement) or
§27-13 (Emergency Procurements), the professional services designated in this section shall be
procured in accordance with this section.
(B) Statement of Qualifications. Persons engaged in providing the designated types of
professional services may submit statements of qualifications and expressions of interest in
providing such professional services. A using agency using such professional services may
specify a uniform format for statements of qualifications. Persons may amend these statements at
any time by filing a new statement.
(C) Public Announcement and Form of Request for Proposals. Adequate public notice of
the need for such services shall be given by the using agency requiring the services through a
request for proposals. Public notice of the request for proposals shall be given in the same
manner as provided in §27-8 (Competitive Sealed Bidding). Such notice may include publication
in a newspaper of general circulation not less than seven (7) days prior to the final date for
receipt of proposals. The request for proposals shall describe the services required, list the types
of information and data required of each offeror, and state the relative importance of particular
qualifications.
(D) Discussions. The head of a using agency procuring the required professional services
or a designee of such officer may conduct discussions with any offeror who has submitted a
proposal to determine such offeror's qualifications for further consideration. Discussions shall
not disclose any information derived from proposals submitted by other offerors.
(E) Award. Award shall be made to the offeror determined in writing by the head of the
using agency procuring the required professional services or a designee of such officer to be best
qualified based on the evaluation factors set forth in the request for proposals, and negotiation of
compensation determined to be fair and reasonable. If compensation cannot be agreed upon with
the best qualified offeror, then negotiations will be formally terminated with the selected offeror.
If proposals were submitted by one or more other offerors determined to be qualified,
negotiations may be conducted with such other offeror or offerors, in the order of their respective
qualification ranking, and the contract may be awarded to the offeror then ranked best qualified
if the amount of compensation is determined to be fair and reasonable.
§27-11. Small Purchases
General. The Purchasing Agent shall adopt operational procedures for making small
purchases of materials, supplies, equipment, services or labor in the amount of $10,000 or less.
Such operational procedures shall provide for obtaining adequate and reasonable competition for
the supply, service, or construction being purchased. Purchases shall not be artificially divided
so as to constitute a purchase by quotation or general purchase under this section.
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General. Any contract not exceeding $20,000, or in the case of utility power plant fuel
contracts, any contract not exceeding $40,000, or for the purchase of equipment used for such
enlargement or improvement of the electric system, any contract not exceeding $40,000, may be
made in accordance with the purchase by quotation and small purchase procedures authorized in
this section. Contract requirements shall not be artificially divided so as to constitute a purchase
by quotation or a small purchase under this section.
Public Works General Improvement Projects. In any contract not exceeding $20,000 for
enlargement or general improvements, such as water extensions, sewers, public heating systems,
bridges, work on streets, or any other work or improvement when the cost of such enlargement
or improvement is assessed to the property, no less than three businesses shall be solicited to
submit quotations. Award shall be made to the business offering the lowest acceptable
quotation. The names of businesses submitting quotations, and the date and amount of each
quotation shall be recorded and maintained as a public record.
Utility Power Plant Fuel Contracts. In all purchases of utility power plant fuel not
exceeding $40,000 per contract, no less than three businesses shall be solicited to submit
quotations. Award shall be made to the business offering the lowest acceptable quotation. The
names of businesses submitting quotations and the date and amount of each quotation shall be
recorded and maintained as a public record.
Municipal Electric Utility Enlargement or Improvement. In any contract by the
municipal electric utility for the enlargement or improvement of the electric system or for the
purchase of equipment used for such enlargement or improvement, when said contract does not
exceed $40120,000, no less than three businesses shall be solicited to submit quotations. Award
shall be made to the business offering the lowest acceptable quotation. The names of businesses
submitting quotations and the date and amount of each quotation shall be recorded and
maintained as a public record.
Purchases by Quotation. Insofar as it is practical for materials, supplies, equipment and
services or labor purchases in excess of $2,500 10,000 but equal to or less than $30,000, and
services and services/materials purchases in excess of $7,510,000, no less than three (3)
businesses shall be solicited to submit quotations. For contracts by the municipal electric utility
for the enlargement or improvement of the electric system or for the purchase of equipment used
for such enlargement or improvement, the amount for three (3) quotes shall be between $10,000
and $120,000. Award shall be made to the business offering the lowest acceptable quotation.
The names of the businesses submitting quotations, and the date and amount of each quotation,
shall be recorded and maintained as a public record. Purchase requirements shall not be
artificially divided so as to constitute a purchase by quotation or general purchase under this
section.
Small Purchases. The purchasing agent shall adopt operational procedures for making
small purchases of materials, supplies and equipment, in an amount of $2,500 or less, and for
making purchases of services and labor, including materials in an amount of $7,50010,000 or
less. Such operational procedures shall provide for obtaining adequate and reasonable
competition for the supply, service, or construction being purchased. Further, such operational
procedures shall require the preparation and maintenance of written records adequate to
document the competition obtained, properly account for the funds expended, and facilitate an
audit of the small purchase made.
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§27-12. Sole Source Procurement
A contract may be awarded without competition when after advertising for bids the city
council determines that there is only one source for the required supply, service, or construction.
The purchasing agent shall conduct negotiations, as appropriate, as to price, delivery, and terms.
A record of sole source procurements shall be maintained as a public record and shall list each
contractor's name, the amount and type of each contract, a listing of the items procured under
each contract, and the identification number of each contract file. Such sole source designation
shall only be valid for ten (10) years. After ten (10) years, the using department shall resolicit
bids for said item(s).
§27-13. Emergency Procurements
Notwithstanding any of the provisions of this chapter, the city council may as authorized
by State Statutes make or authorize the Purchasing Agent or others to make emergency
procurements of supplies, services, or construction when there exists a threat from infectious or
contagious diseases, destructive windstorms, floods, snow, war, or an exigency or pressing
necessity or unforeseen need calling for immediate action or remedy to prevent a serious loss of,
or serious injury or damage to life, public health, welfare, or safety, endangering property, or
cause disruption of public utility services; provided, that such emergency procurements shall be
made with such competition as is practicable under the circumstances. A written determination
of the basis for the emergency and for the selection of the particular contractor shall be included
in the contract file. As soon as practicable, a record of each emergency procurement shall be
made and shall set forth the contractor's name, the amount and type of the contract, a listing of
the items procured under the contract, and the identification number of the contract file. A copy
of the contract and department justification of the emergency shall be provided to the Purchasing
Agent within three (3) business days after the contract approval. A copy of the justification shall
be kept with the contract in the contract file.
§27-32. Performance And Payment Bonds
When Required; Amounts. When a construction contract is awarded in excess of
$2510,000, for the erecting, furnishing, or repairing of any public building, bridge, roadway, or
other public structure or improvement, the following bonds or security shall be delivered to the
City and shall become binding on the parties upon the execution of the contract:
(A) A performance bond satisfactory to the City, executed by a surety company authorized
to do business in the State of Nebraska or otherwise secured in a manner satisfactory to the
City, in an amount equal to 100% of the price specified in the contract; and
(B) A payment bond satisfactory to the City, executed by a surety company authorized to do
business in the State of Nebraska or otherwise secured in a manner satisfactory to the City,
for the protection of all persons supplying labor and material to the contractor or its
subcontractors for the performance of the work provided for in the contract. The bond shall
be in an amount equal to 100% of the price specified in the contract.
Reduction of Bond Amounts. After ten (10) days written notice to the Mayor and City
Council, the purchasing agent is authorized to reduce the amount of performance and payment
bonds to 50% of the contract price for each bond when a written determination is made that it is
in the best interests of the City to do so.
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Authority to Require Additional Bonds. Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit
the authority of the City to require a performance bond or other security in addition to those
bonds, or in circumstances other than specified in this section.
Suits on Payment Bonds; Right to Institute. Unless otherwise authorized by law, any
person who has furnished labor or material to the contractor or subcontractors for the work
provided in the contract, for which a payment bond is furnished under this section, and who has
not been paid in full within 90 days from the date on which that person performed the last of the
labor or supplied the material, shall have the right to sue on the payment bond for any amount
unpaid at the time the suit is instituted and to prosecute the action for the amount due that person.
However, any person having a contract with a subcontractor of the contractor, but no express or
implied contract with the contractor furnishing the payment bond, shall have a right of action
upon the payment bond upon giving written notice to the contractor within 90 days from the date
on which that person performed the last of the labor or supplied the material. That person shall
state in the notice the amount claimed and the name of the party to whom the material was
supplied or for whom the labor was performed. The notice shall be served personally or by
registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, in an envelope addressed to the contractor at any
place the contractor maintains an office or conducts business.
Suits on Payment Bonds; Where and When Brought. Unless otherwise authorized by law,
every suit instituted upon a payment bond shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction
for the county or district in which the construction contract was to be performed.
§27-34. Fiscal Responsibility
Every contract modification, change order, or contract price adjustment under a
construction contract with the City in excess of $300in an amount less than five percent (5%) of
the original contract amount may be approved by the department director and Purchasing Agent.
Every contract modification, change order, or contract price adjustment in an amount of five
percent (5%) or more than the original contract amount is shall be subject to prior written
certification by the head of the department responsible for the project or the contract, or other
official responsible for monitoring and reporting upon the status of the costs of the total project
budget or contract budget, as to the effect of the contract modification, change order, or
adjustment in contract price on the total project budget or the total contract budget. In the event
that the certification discloses a resulting increase in the total project budget and/or the total
contract budget, the purchasing agent shall not execute or make such contract modification,
change order, or adjustment in contract price unless sufficient funds have been appropriated
therefor, or the scope of the project or contract is adjusted so as to permit the degree of
completion that is feasible within the total project budget and/or total contract budget as it
existed prior to the contract modification, change order, or adjustment in contract price under
consideration; provided, however, that with respect to the validity, as to the contractor, of any
executed contract modification, change order, or adjustment in contract price which the
contractor has reasonably relied upon, it shall be presumed that there has been compliance with
the provisions of this section.
Not withstanding the above, every contract modification, change order, or contract price
adjustment in excess of $10,000 more than 5% of the contract price shall require prior approval
of the City Council unless the delay necessitated by such prior approval would: endanger public
health, welfare, or safety; endanger property; cause or prolong disruption of public utility
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service, or result in increased costs to the City. If prior council approval is not obtained, such
approval shall be requested within thirty (30) days of approval by the department director.
§27-35. Architects; Engineers; Surveyors
Public Announcement. It is the policy of the City to announce publicly all requirements
for architects, engineers, and land surveying services and to negotiate such contracts on the basis
of demonstrated competence and qualifications at fair and reasonable prices. In the procurement
of architect, engineer, and land surveying services, the purchasing agent shall request firms to
submit a statement of qualifications and performance data.
Selection Process. A selection committee shall be appointed by the director of the
department requesting such services. composed of the purchasing agent, the director of public
works and the head of a using agency in need of the architect, engineer, or land surveying
services The selection committee shall conduct discussions with no less than three firms
regarding the proposed contract and the relative utility of alternative methods of approach for
furnishing the required services and shall select from among them no less than three of the firms
deemed most qualified to provide the required services. The selection shall be made in order of
preference, based on criteria established and published by the selection committee.
Negotiation. The purchasing agent shall negotiate a contract with the firm considered to
be the most qualified for architect, engineer, or land surveying services at compensation which
the purchasing agent determines in writing to be fair and reasonable to the City. In making this
decision, the purchasing agent shall take into account the estimated value, the scope, the
complexity, and the professional nature of the services to be rendered. Should the purchasing
agent be unable to negotiate a satisfactory contract with the firm considered to be the most
qualified at a price the purchasing agent determines to be fair and reasonable to the City,
negotiations with that firm shall be formally terminated. The purchasing agent shall then
undertake negotiations with the second most qualified firm. Failing accord with the second most
qualified firm, the purchasing agent shall formally terminate negotiations. The purchasing agent
shall then undertake negotiations with the third most qualified firm. Should the purchasing agent
be unable to negotiate a contract at a fair and reasonable price with any of the selected firms, the
selection committee shall select additional firms in order of their competence and qualifications,
and the purchasing agent shall continue negotiations in accordance with this section until an
agreement is reached.
§27-60. Authorized Expenditures
The mayor and city council shall be authorized to approve the expenditure of funds in
accordance with the Local Government Miscellaneous Expenditure Act, subject to the following:
(A) Authorized expenses may include:
(i) Registration costs, tuition costs, fees, or charges;
(ii) Mileage at the then current rate allowed by Neb. R.R.S. §81-1176, or actual travel
expense if travel is by commercial or charter means. When travel mode is optional, the lower
of the reimbursable cost is authorized; and
(iii) Meals and incidental (M&I) expense at the then current rate of the applicable federal
(GSA) per diem for M&I when searching for the specific Primary Destination; and
(iv) When travel is a partial day as defined in the City’s Travel Policy Manual, the federal
per diem rate for meals will apply at the rate of 20% for breakfast, 30% for lunch and 50%
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for supper. Departures must occur prior to 6:00 a.m. for breakfast and return must be after
8:00 p.m. for supper; and
(v)Lodging at a rate not exceeding the then current applicable federal per diem rate unless
lodging is at a location hosting the function in which case the actual lodging rate is allowed
but no additional transportation costs shall be paid for commuting during the lodging stay.
(B) Authorized expenditures shall not include expenditures for meals of city council members
provided while attending a public meeting of the city council unless such meeting is a joint
meeting with one or more other governing bodies.
(C) Authorized expenditures shall not include expenditures for any expenses incurred by a
spouse of an elected or appointed official, employee, or volunteer unless the spouse is also an
elected or appointed official, employee, or volunteer of the City.
§27-61. Beverages; Service Recognition
The expenditure of public funds is hereby authorized for the following purposes:
(A) Nonalcoholic beverages provided to individuals attending public meetings of the city
council.
(B) Nonalcoholic beverages and meals:
(i) Provided for any individuals while performing or immediately after performing relief,
assistance, or support activities in emergency situations, including but not limited to, tornado,
severe storm, fire or accident;
(ii) Provided for any volunteers during or immediately following their participation in any
activity approved by the city council, including but not limited to, mowing parks, picking up
litter, removing graffiti, or snow removal;
(iii) Provided at one recognition dinner each year held for elected and appointed officials,
employees, or volunteers. The maximum cost per person for such dinner shall be nineteen
dollars ($19.00). The annual recognition dinner may be held separately for employees of
each department or separately for volunteers, or any of them in combination.
(C) Upon retirement, plaques, certificates of achievement, or items of value (does not include
gift cards) may be awarded to elected or appointed officials, employees, or volunteers, including
persons serving on local government boards or commissions, subject to the following dollar limit
on value:
Volunteer Service $50.00
Board, Commission, Council Service $100.00
Award Ceremony/Farewell TributeParty $150.00
1 year employment 0.00 plus service pin
5 years employment 0.00 plus service pin/clip
10 years employment 50.00 plus service pin
15 years employment 75.00 plus service pin
20 years employment 100.00 plus service pin
25 years employment 125.00 plus service pin
30 years employment 150.00
35 or more years employment 175.00
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§27-62. Business Travel
The following procedures shall be used for business travel:
(A) Transportation Method
I. When travel is by air, advance ticketing by purchase order will be utilized whenever
possible to obtain the lowest available coach fare.
II. All refunds, travel coupons, and other promotions in connection with business travel
shall be returned to the City.
III. When ground travel is required, City vehicles shall be used whenever possible.
(B) Lodging
I. Reimbursement for non-commercial lodging is not permitted.
II. When personnel are accompanied by non-City personnel, only the costs attributed to
the City personnel are reimbursable.
(C) Expenses
I. The following expenses are reimbursable upon affidavit of expenditure and receipts
are not required: parking fees; taxi and bus fares; and highway tolls.
II. The following expenses are reimbursable upon submission of paid receipts:
(a) registration, tuition, and fees for official functions related to the travel;
(b) supplies or equipment required for travel or training;
(c) rental cars; and
(d) traveler's checks fees.
III. The following expenses are not reimbursable:
(a) entertainment, including television rentals;
(b) personal expenses, e.g. hygiene items, magazines;
(c) travel insurance; and
(d) alcoholic beverages.
(D) Travel Advances. Travel advances are not authorized, except under special circumstances
with written prior approval of the finance director. The use of credit cards and advance purchase
order payment of lodging and transportation expenses are encouraged.
(E) Expense Claims. Personnel on authorized travel must submit expense claims to the Finance
Department immediately upon return, but not later than four (4) work days after return to duty.
All receipts, unexpended City funds and funds due the City, shall be returned at that time. All
expenses (including prepaid expenses) shall be summarized and accounted for.
Travel for business shall be in accordance with the Travel Policy Manual as approved by
the City Administrator and Finance Director.
§27-63. Nebraska State Contract List
City departments are not required to advertise for bids nor request quotes when
purchasing items from the Nebraska State Contract list, as developed by the Nebraska
Department of Administrative Services Materials Division, as all statutory bidding requirements
have been met in approving this list.
§27-64. Cooperative Purchasing Agreements
City departments will be allowed to use local, state, national Cooperative Purchasing
Agreements, or cooperative purchase agreements with governmental entities whose procurement
policies and procedures meet or exceed those applicable to the City.
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The Chief Purchasing Agent shall review all agreements to determine that they meet
statutory bidding requirements before approval by the City Council.
The City Council shall approve all said agreements prior to use.
Use of approved Cooperative Purchasing will preclude the requirement of advertising for
bids or solicitation of quotes.
SECTION 2. Any ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith be, and
hereby are, repealed.
SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its
passage and publication, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand Island Independent as
provided by law.
Enacted: August 10, 2021.
____________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item F-2
#9839 - Consideration of Approving Conveyance of Property to the
Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs (Second and Final
Reading)
Staff Contact: Jerry Janulewicz
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Jerry Janulewicz, City Administrator
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Conveyance of Land for State Veterans Cemetery
Presenter(s):Jerry Janulewicz, City Administrator
Background
During the 2020 session of the Nebraska Legislature, LB 911 was adopted and signed by
the Governor. The bill provided in part that “the Director of Veterans' Affairs shall
negotiate with the city of Grand Island to acquire an exclusive option for the transfer of
title to the former Nebraska Veterans Memorial Cemetery in the city of Grand Island and
land adjacent to the cemetery, as identified in the required program statement, owned by
the city of Grand Island. After being granted funding assistance from the National
Cemetery Administration, the director shall accept from the city of Grand Island, at no
cost, title to the real estate described in this subdivision in order to establish a state
cemetery for veterans.”
To obtain funding from the National Cemetery Administration the State of Nebraska
must demonstrate that the City of Grand Island will convey to the state the existing
cemetery and an additional lands upon the State’s receipt of a grant opportunity letter
from the National Cemetery Administration. It is unknown when a grant opportunity
letter will be issued as grant requests to establish a veterans cemetery or to expand an
existing cemetery are based upon a ranking order and the amount of funds available. The
proposed ordinance, if approved by council, would authorize the City’s mayor and city
clerk to execute and deliver a deed to the surveyed tract to the State upon the City’s
receipt of documentation of a grant opportunity letter issued to the State.
Discussion
The attached survey description and drawing defines the tract to be transferred to the
Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs. Included within the area are utility easements
and rights-of-way to be retained by the City. Arrangement will be made to preserve the
ability to irrigate the agricultural lands retained by the city, either through easements or
the installation of a new well, and protect the tenant’s rights in and to growing crops at
the time of transfer to the state.
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B 911 eliminated the requirement of public notice and remonstrance when making this
conveyance for state veterans cemetery purposes. The bill also authorizes the city to
convey the lands without consideration for the transfer.
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 the ordinance be adopted.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the ordinance.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9839
An ordinance directing and authorizing the conveyance of real estate to the State of
Nebraska, Department of Veterans Affairs; providing for a condition precedent to execution and
delivery of a deed; providing the terms thereof; and providing the effective date hereof.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND
ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. The conveyance to State of Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs
(“Grantee”) of the following described tract located in the City of Grand Island, Hall County,
Nebraska is hereby authorized and directed, to wit:
A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN GOVERNMENT LOT 2 IN SECTION 6
AND THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 5, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 11
NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST OF THE SIXTH P.M., HALL COUNTY,
NEBRASKA, BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: REFERRING TO THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID
SECTION 5; THENCE N01°17'52"W (ASSUMED BEARING) ON THE WEST
LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER, A DISTANCE OF 33.00 FEET TO
THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CAPITAL AVENUE AND THE
POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE S89°18'59"W ON SAID NORTH RIGHT
OF WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 137.95 FEET; THENCE N53°27'16"W ON
* This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds *
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ORDINANCE NO. 9839 (Cont.)
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SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE AS DESCRIBED IN INSTRUMENT
NO. 201404177, A DISTANCE OF 61.75 FEET; THENCE N01°32'50"W, ON
THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEBB ROAD, A DISTANCE OF
1058.11 FEET; THENCE N90°00'00"E, A DISTANCE OF 1139.24 FEET;
THENCE S00°00'00"E, A DISTANCE OF 1036.14 FEET TO THE NORTH
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CAPITAL AVENUE AS DESCRIBED IN
INSTRUMENT NO. 201306652; THENCE S89°12'41"W ON SAID NORTH
RIGHT OF WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 566.34 FEET; THENCE
S00°49'17"E, CONTINUING ON SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE, A
DISTANCE OF 44.00 FEET; THENCE S89°12'41"W CONTINUING ON SAID
NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 357.49 FEET TO THE
POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 27.48 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.
SECTION 2. City shall retain and reserve to the City all existing public utility easements
and public rights-of-way.
SECTION 3. City shall reserve and retain non-exclusive easements over two strips fifty
(50) feet wide for access, ingress, and egress, and to operate, maintain, repair, replace, and
remove the irrigation wells, pumps, electrical connections, pipes and related irrigation equipment
located on the west side and on the south side of the land described in Section 1, above, said
easements to be used for the purpose of providing irrigation for and water to City’s agricultural
lands located in the south one-half of section 6 and the southwest quarter of section 5 all in
Township 11 North, Range 9 West of the Sixth P.M., Hall County, Nebraska. Said easement
shall lapse upon non-use by City and its assigns.
SECTION 4. Conveyance of the above-described lands shall be subject to the annual
agricultural lease agreements existing at the time of conveyance.
SECTION 5. In consideration for this conveyance the Grantee shall establish, construct,
maintain, administer, and operate upon the aforesaid lands a State Veterans Cemetery pursuant to
the authority granted by Nebraska Revised Statute Sec. 12-1301(1)(b) (Laws 2020 LB911).
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SECTION 6. A condition precedent to the authority provided hereby to the City’s Mayor
and City Clerk shall be City’s receipt of documentary evidence that the National Cemetery
Administration issued to Grantee a grant opportunity letter to fund the establishment of a State
Veterans Cemetery to be located upon the above-described lands.
SECTION 7. As provided by Nebraska Revised Statute Sec. 16-202(4) the conveyance
authorized hereby shall not require publication of notice nor a public right of remonstrance
petition objecting to the said conveyance.
SECTION 8. Upon City’s receipt of documentary evidence that the National Cemetery
Administration has issued to Grantee a grant opportunity letter to fund the establishment of a
State Veterans Cemetery to be located upon the above-described lands, conveyance of said real
estate is hereby authorized, directed, and confirmed and the mayor and city clerk shall make,
execute, and deliver to the said State of Nebraska, Department of Veterans Affairs a deed for
said real estate, and the execution of such deed is hereby authorized without further action on
behalf of the city council.
SECTION 9. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after its passage
and publication as provided by law.
Enacted: August 10, 2021.
____________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-1
Approving Minutes of July 27, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
July 27, 2021
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 July 27, 2021. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent on
July 21, 2021.
Mayor Roger G. Steele called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following City Council
members were present: Mike Paulick, Justin Scott, Jason Conley, Bethany Guzinski, Maggie
Mendoza, and Mitch Nickerson. Councilmembers Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Vaughn Minton,
and Chuck Haase were absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator
Jerry Janulewicz, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Assistance Finance Director Brian Schultz,
Interim City Attorney Stacy Nonhof and Public Works Director John Collins.
INVOCATION was given by Pastor Nathan Frew, Abundant Life Christian Center, 3411 West
Faidley Avenue followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement at the Intersection of 18th Street & Illinois
Avenue (Abandoned Blain Well Site) - Luevano & Medrano. Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger
reported that a utility easement was needed at the intersection of 18th Street and Illinois Avenue
in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances, including
power lines and transformers. The City had sold the abandoned Blain Well Site and requested the
entire area be dedicated as a utility easement to allow the Utilities Department to access, operate,
and maintain the existing utility infrastructure previously installed at this location. Staff
recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 830 Bronze Road - Rhoads Enterprises, Inc.
Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that a utility easement was needed at 830 Bronze
Road in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and repair power appurtenances,
including lines and transformers. Rhoads Enterprises, Inc. had requested a new electrical service
for their new storage buildings. This easement would allow the Utilities Department to access,
operate, and maintain the electrical infrastructure at this location. Staff recommended approval.
No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Proposed Blighted and Substandard Area 33 for approximately 210 Acres
located West of Prairie Road North of Husker Highway (Innate Development, LLC). This item
was pulled from the agenda at the request of the applicant.
Public Hearing on 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.
Community Development Administrator Amber Alvidrez reported that the City has a 5-year
Consolidated Plan which was currently in place and covered the time period of 2019-2023. The
Annual Action Plan breaks down the priorities and lists specific dollar amounts and which
projects would be funded in the assigned year. A separate Annual Action Plan was prepared for
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each Fiscal Year. Presented were the planned programs for the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan.
Staff recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
ORDINANCES:
#9831 - Consideration of Approving Changes to Chapter 27 of the Grand Island City
Code Relative to Procurement
Interim City Attorney Stacy Nonhof reported that this Ordinance would update Chapter 27 of the
Grand Island City Code relative to procurement as presented at the June 27, 2021 City Council
meeting and the July 13, 2021 Study Session. Staff recommended approval.
Discussion was held regarding limiting the length of contracts to 5 years and creating a
purchasing policy.
Motion by Paulick, second by Guzinski to approve Ordinance #9831 on first reading only. Upon
roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#9839 - Consideration of Approving Conveyance of Property to the Nebraska
Department of Veterans Affairs
City Administrator Jerry Janulewicz reported that to obtain funding from the National Cemetery
Administration the State of Nebraska must demonstrate that the City of Grand Island would
convey to the state the existing cemetery and additional lands upon the State’s receipt of a grant
opportunity letter from the National Cemetery Administration. Staff recommended approval.
Jay Vavricke, 2729 Brentwood Blvd. spoke in support.
Motion by Guzinski, second by Scott to approve Ordinance #9839 on first reading only. Upon
roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
CONSENT AGENDA: Motion by Paulick, second by Guzinski to approve the Consent Agenda.
Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Approving Minutes of July 13, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting.
Approving Minutes of July 13, 2021 Budget Work Session.
Approving Minutes of July 13, 2021 Study Session.
Approving Minutes of July 19, 2021 Joint Health Department Meeting.
Approving Minutes of July 20, 2021 Study Session.
Approving Re-Appointment of Robert Thomas and Appointment of Erich Fruehling to the Tree
Board.
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#2021-170 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement at the Intersection of 18th Street &
Illinois Avenue (Abandoned Blain Well Site) Luevano & Medrano.
#2021-171 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 830 Bronze Road - Rhoads
Enterprises, Inc.
#2021-172 - Approving Bid Award for Edith Abbott Memorial Library – Air Handler
Replacement with Jerry’s Sheet Metal of Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $667,200.00.
#2021-173 - Approving Recruiting Firm for Search to Fill City Attorney Position with Baker
Tilley of St. Paul, Minnesota in an Amount of $24,500.00.
#2021-174 - Approving State Fair Emergency Medical Service Agreement.
#2021-175 - Approving Advanced EMS Training Field Experience Agreement with Union
College of Lincoln, Nebraska.
#2021-176 - Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Chip Seal Project No. 2021-CS-1
with Topkote, Inc. of Yankton, South Dakota.
#2021-177 - Approving Request from the YMCA for Permission to Use City Streets, Hike/Bike
Trail, and State Highway for the 2021 Nebraska State Fair Marathons.
#2021-178 - Approving Amendment No. 4 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory,
Operations Control Center, and Administrative Building Renovation Consulting Services for
Project No. 2017-WWTP-2 with HDR Engineering, Inc. of Omaha, Nebraska for an Increase of
$13,800.00 and a Revised Contract Amount of $550,867.00.
#2021-179 - Approving Agreement with NDOT-Intermodal Planning Division for the Grand
Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO) for the 2022 Fiscal Year TRANSIT,
Section 5305, Transportation Planning Program.
#2021-180 - Approving JBS Trail Extension Construction with the Diamond Engineering Co. of
Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $618,752.16.
#2021-181 - Approving Nebraska DOT Agreement to Construct Trail in State Right-of-Way.
#2021-182 - Approving 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.
#2021-183 - Approving 2021 Police Department Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Application and
MOU.
#2021-184 - Approving Change Order No. 1 for Tri-City Drug and Safe Streets Task Force
(TCDSSTF) New Location Office Set Up with Stump Construction, Inc. of Grand Island,
Nebraska for an Increase of $15,618.55 and a Revised Contract Amount of $78,116.55.
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RESOLUTIONS:
#2021-185 - Consideration of Approving Proposed Blighted and Substandard Area 33 for
approximately 210 Acres located West of Prairie Road North of Husker Highway (Innate
Development, LLC). This item was pulled from the agenda at the request of the applicant.
#2021-186 - Consideration of Approving Inclusive Playground Project Donated at Ryder Park.
Parks and Recreation Director Todd McCoy reported that the City was approached by students
and staff from the Central Community College Occupational Therapy Class with the idea of
raising funds to building a new community inclusive playground at Ryder Park. The playground
was anticipated to cost over $1 million and be completely funded with private donations. Part of
the fundraising plan was to include approximately $250,000 endowment to cover annual cost
maintenance of the equipment. Staff recommended approval.
Dr. Kalli Watson, 1109 Belgrade Court, Plattsmouth, Nebraska spoke in support. Dean Morris,
321 Pintail Circle, Hastings, Nebraska answered questions regarding fund raising.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Conley7 to approve Resolution #2021-186. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2021-187 - Consideration of Approving MOU with the Grand Island Children’s Museum, Inc.
City Administrator Jerry Janulewicz reported that the Grand Island Children’s Museum, Inc.
recently contacted the city and indicated a desire to acquire an option to rent the City-owned
former Nebraska Guard Amory Building on Old Potash Highway at a nominal annual rental
amount. In additional to the nominal rent, the Museum would be required to complete substantial
capital improvements to the building, such as new HVAC and upgrades to the electric, and other
building systems as needed to adapt it for use as a children’s museum. The Museum was
requesting City Council approval of a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding for an option
to lease the building and grounds. Staff recommended approval.
Dana Rosacker, 206 South Lincoln Avenue representing the Grand Island Children’s Museum
presented a PowerPoint. Amy Price, 1104 West Division Street answered questions regarding
on-going costs, fees, and foundation giving. Jay Vavricek, 2729 Brentwood Blvd. spoke in
support.
Motion by Paulick, second by Nickerson to approve Resolution #2021-187. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2021-188 - Consideration of Accepting Gift of Crane Sculptures and Assignment of License
Rights from the Grand Island Public Library Foundation. City Administrator Jerry Janulewicz
reported that the Grand Island Public Library Foundation had provided funding for and
purchased five, custom built, life-size Sandhill Crane bronze sculptures to be installed in the
Public Library Entrance Plaza by the creator Gary Staab and Staab Studios, Inc. to be donated
and gifted jointly to the City of Grand Island and the Grand Island Public Library Board. Staff
recommended approval.
Motion by Scott, second by Conley to approve Resolution #2021-188. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
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Page 5, City Council Regular Meeting, July 27, 2021
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Guzinski, second by Mendoza to approve the payment of claims for the period of July
14, 2021 through July 27, 2021 for a total amount of $5,813,088.01. Upon roll call vote, all voted
aye. Motion adopted.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-2
Approving Minutes of July 27, 2021 Budget Work Session
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORK SESSION
July 27, 2021
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Budget Work Session of the City Council of the City of
Grand Island, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 100 East First
Street, on July 27, 2021. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent on
July 21, 2021.
Mayor Roger G. Steele called the meeting to order at 8:27 p.m. The following City Council
members were present: Mike Paulick, Justin Scott, Jason Conley, Bethany Guzinski, Maggie
Mendoza, and Mitch Nickerson. Councilmembers Michelle Fitzke, Mark Stelk, Vaughn Minton,
and Chuck Haase were absent. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator
Jerry Janulewicz, City Clerk RaNae Edwards, Assistant Finance Director Brian Schultz, Interim
City Attorney Stacy Nonhof and Public Works Director John Collins.
SPECIAL ITEMS:
Review of FY 2021-2022 Fee Schedule. Assistance Finance Director Brian Schultz stated the
changes to the FY 2021- 2022 Fee Schedule were included in the packet and he was present to
answer questions. Discussion was held regarding the fees at the Transfer Station. Public Works
Director John Collins stated the rate study recommended an increase.
Presentation of Jackrabbit Run Golf Course Budget. Assistance Finance Director Brian Schultz
introduced Devin Cassler, 193 K Circle, Lincoln, Nebraska and Kyle McMannis, 411 So.
Madison, Grand Island, Nebraska representing Landscapes Golf Management to present the
proposed FY2022 Jackrabbit Run Golf Course budget.
Reviewed were trends, prices, customer feedback, events, programming, merchandising, and
food & beverage. Total operating expenses were budgeted at $792,855 and total budgeted
revenues were $814,830. Mr. Cassler stated he was really pleased with the way things were
going.
Proposed Capital Improvements for 2022 Fiscal Year were: Clubhouse flooring update; front
entrance gate; upright freezer; and overhead door – maintenance shop for a total of $36,500. Mr.
Cassler answered questions regarding fees as they compared to other golf courses. Mr.
McMannis complemented the staff and mentioned the challenges of getting supplies.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-3
Receipt of Official Document – Tort Claim filed by JNR
Adjustment Company, Inc. on behalf of Lumen Technologies
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Stacy Nonhof, Interim City Attorney
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Receipt of Official Document – Tort Claim filed by JNR
Adjustment Co. on behalf of Lumen Technologies
Presenter(s):Stacy Nonhof, Interim City Attorney
Background
The City of Grand Island has received a Notice of Tort Claim from JNR Adjustment Co.
on behalf of Lumen Technologies alleging certain claims of property damage. Lumen’s
buried cable was damaged during excavation with a backhoe by the City of Grand Island
Street Department at the location of Curtis Street and West Louise Street.
Without getting into issues concerning the City’s and other parties’ liability, and whether
the claim of Lumen Technologies is fair and reasonable, we are simply providing a copy
of this claim to you in compliance with the Nebraska Political Subdivision Tort Claims
Act.
For a person to assert a tort claim against the City of Grand Island, a written notice of the
claim must be filed with the City Clerk, Secretary or other official responsible for
keeping official records. The claim must be filed within one year of the accrual of the
claim, and the Council has six months to act on the claim. No suit can be filed until after
the Council acts on the claim, or the six months has run.
Historically, the City of Grand Island has simply let the six months run. Not all claims
result in a suit being filed, so it makes good sense to not act affirmatively in many
instances. In any event, if you wish to look further into this claim, please contact the City
Attorney’s office, and we will provide you with the information which we have in
connection with the claim. Our recommendation is to continue to take no affirmative
action on tort claims. It must be emphasized that by providing copies of alleged claims to
you, we are not making an admission or representation that a claim has been properly
filed in any respect. We also recommend that no comments concerning a particular claim
be made during Council meetings, unless you decide to bring the matter on for formal
consideration. Even then, we ask that comments be carefully considered so that the legal
rights of all parties are preserved.
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Discussion
This is not an item for council action other than to simply acknowledge that the claim has
been received.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council take no action other than acknowledge
receipt of the claim.
Sample Motion
Move to approve acknowledgement of the tort Claim filed by JNR Adjustment Co. on
behalf of Lumen Technologies.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-4
Approving Appointment of Jason Roe to the Citizens Advisory
Review Committee
Mayor Steele is recommending the appointment of Jason Roe to the Citizens Advisory Review
Committee. Mr. Roe has expressed his willingness to serve on the Citizens Advisory Review Commission
to replace Mike Schuster. The above recommendation is made in compliance with the Grand Island City
Code and approval is requested. The appointment would become effective immediately upon approval by
the City Council and would expire on September 30, 2022.
Staff Contact: Mayor Roger Steele
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-5
Approving Re-Appointment of Doug Jensen to the Animal
Advisory Board
Mayor Steele has submitted the re-appointment of Doug Jensen to the Animal Advisory Board. The
appointment would become effective September 1, 2021 upon approval by the City Council and would
expire on August 31, 2024.
Staff Contact: Mayor Roger Steele
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-6
Approving Request of Fonner Park Exposition and Events Center,
Inc. (Heartland Events Center) for Ratification of Nomination and
Election of Board of Directors
At the December 21, 1998 City Council Meeting, Resolution #98-332 was adopted supporting the
application of Fonner Park to the Internal Revenue Service for a 501(c)(3) exemption for construction
and operation of an Exposition and Events Center. This approval created the formation of the Fonner
Park Exposition and Events Center, Inc. The Internal Revenue Service requires the election of the
members of the Board of Directors of Fonner Park Exposition and Events Center, Inc. be ratified by the
Grand Island City Council. The appointments of Jim Cannon, Steve Dowding, Steve Kunzman, Roger
Luebbe, and Cindy Johnson to the Board of Directors for the Fonner Park Exposition and Events
Center, Inc. are recommended.
Staff Contact: Mayor Roger Steele
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-7
Approving Request from Krystal Carter, 1616 NW 54th Ct,
Lincoln, Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation with Casey's
Retail Stores #2883, #2882, #2742, #2737, #2732, #2903, #1768,
#2707
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Council Agenda Memo
From:RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Request from Krystal Carter, 1616 NW 54th Ct, Lincoln,
Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation with Casey’s
Retail Stores #2883, #2882, #2742, #2737, #2903, #1768,
#2707
Presenter(s):RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Krystal Carter, 1616 NW 54th Ct, Lincoln, Nebraska has submitted an application with
the City Clerk’s Office for a Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with Casey’s
General Stores:
1.#2883, 1420 So. Locust Street
2.#2882, 1404 West 2nd Street
3.#2742, 2223 So. Locust Street
4.#2737, 1814 N. Eddy Street
5.#2732, 4150 West US Highway 30
6.#2903, 3428 W. Capital Avenue
7.#1768, 420 N. Broadwell Avenue
8.#2707, 806 N. Eddy Street
This application has been reviewed by the Police Department and City Clerk’s Office.
See Police Department report attached.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all liquor manager designations. All departmental reports
have been received. Staff recommends approval.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
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1.Approve the request.
2.Forward the requests with no recommendation.
3.Take no action on the request.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the request for Liquor
Manager Designation.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the request from Krystal Carter, 1616 NW 54th Ct, Lincoln, Nebraska
for Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “D-86849”, “D-86850”,
“D-122343”, “D-122345”, “D-122353”, “D-122354”, “D-122366”, “D-122403”, “D-
124251” and “D-124268” Liquor Licenses for Casey’s Retail.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-8
Approving Request from Christine Lewis, 612 Oasis Place, Cairo,
Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation with Carlos O'Kelly's
dba Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Café, 1810 Diers Avenue
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Council Agenda Memo
From:RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Request from Christine Lewis, 612 Oasis Place, Cairo,
Nebraska for Liquor Manager Designation with Carlos
O’Kelly’s dba Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Cafe
Presenter(s):RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Krystal Carter, 612 Oasis Place, Cairo, Nebraska has submitted an application with the
City Clerk’s Office for a Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with Carlos
O’Kelly’s dba Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Café.
This application has been reviewed by the Police Department and City Clerk’s Office.
See Police Department report attached.
Discussion
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all liquor manager designations. All departmental reports
have been received. Staff recommends approval contingent upon completion of a state
approved alcohol server/seller training program.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Approve the request.
2.Forward the requests with no recommendation.
3.Take no action on the request.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the request for Liquor
Manager Designation.
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Sample Motion
Move to approve the request from Christine Lewis, 612 Oasis Place, Cairo, Nebraska for
Liquor Manager Designation in conjunction with the Class “I-133178” Liquor License
for Carlos O’Kelly’s dba Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Cafe contingent upon completion of
a state approved alcohol server/seller training program.
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08/04/21
Grand Island Police Department
Officer Report for Incident L21072237
Nature: Liquor Lic Inv Address: 1810 DIERS AVE N; CARLOS
OKELLYS
Location: PCID Grand Island NE 68803
Offense Codes:
Received By: Dvorak T How Received: T Agency: GIPD
Responding Officers: Dvorak T
Responsible Officer: Dvorak T Disposition: CLO 08/04/21
When Reported: 15:02:49 07/27/21 Occurred Between: 15:02:49 07/27/21 and 15:02:49 07/27/21
Assigned To: Detail: Date Assigned: **/**/**
Status: Status Date: **/**/**Due Date: **/**/**
Complainant:
Last: First: Mid:
DOB: **/**/**Dr Lic: Address:
Race: Sex: Phone: City: ,
Offense Codes
Reported: Observed:
Circumstances
LT21 LT21 Restaurant
Responding Officers: Unit :
Dvorak T 309
Responsible Officer: Dvorak T Agency: GIPD
Received By: Dvorak T Last Radio Log: **:**:** **/**/**
How Received: T Telephone Clearance: CL CL Case Closed
When Reported: 15:02:49 07/27/21 Disposition: CLO Date: 08/04/21
Judicial Status: Occurred between: 15:02:49 07/27/21
Misc Entry: and: 15:02:49 07/27/21
Modus Operandi: Description : Method :
Involvements
Date Type Description
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Officer Report for Incident L21072237 Page 2 of 5
08/04/21
07/27/21 Name Lewis, Christine M Proposed Liquor Mgr
07/27/21 Name Carlos OKellys Mexican Cafe, Business involved
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Officer Report for Incident L21072237 Page 3 of 5
08/04/21
Narrative
Liquor License Investigation
Grand Island Police Department
Christine Lewis has applied to become the new Liquor Manager for the Grand
Island location of Carlos O'Kellys restaurant.
_____________________________________________
Responsible LEO:
_____________________________________________
Approved by:
_____________________________________________
Date
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Officer Report for Incident L21072237 Page 4 of 5
08/04/21
Supplement
309 Liquor License Investigation
Grand Island Police Department
Supplemental Report
Date, Time:8-2-21
Reporting Officer:Sgt Dvorak #309
Unit #:CID
I received an application regarding appointing a new Liquor Manager for the
Grand Island location of Carlos O'Kellys restaurant. Christine Lewis completed
the application, which indicated she is currently employed at Carlos O'Kellys in
management, but has not held the liquor manager designation previously.
Christine does not list a spouse on her application and indicated she has worked
at Carlos O'Kellys since 2014. Lewis indicated she has lived in Kearney or Grand
Island from 2002 until the present, but I noted she lists an address in Cairo
currently. I utilized our local Spillman database, NCJIS and a paid Law
Enforcement Only service to check on Lewis' background.
Christine had two minor traffic violations, and her license is valid. She had no
warrants for her arrest. The application does not include a spouse. I noted that
Christine previously utilized the last name of Wilson. I confirmed the current
Cairo address and found historical entries on the LE Only database, which
primarily reveals civil and financial records and entries. Lewis had not had any
collections entries since 2012, and no bankruptcies. Overall I found no items of
great concern in the background check.
On 7-30-21, around 1400, I met with Christine at the restaurant. Lewis indicates
she prefers to use the first name of Christi. Christi said she has been employed
by Carlos O'Kellys for several years, and has been the General Manager for just
over two years. Christi said she has never held a Liquor Manager permit
previously. Lewis indicated she does currently live at the listed address in
Cairo, and the "present" entry for living in Grand Island was an oversight.
We discussed Liquor Manager duties and functions. Lewis said she has 21
employees, and four or five of them are under the age of 19. We talked about
compliance checks and minors seeking to purchase alcohol. Christi indicated she
is familiar with the proper procedures, but has never been in charge of making
sure they are implemented and/or followed. Lewis said she is in the process of
taking the required State of Nebraska training on line.
Christi said they usually don't have many problems with over serving, or
intoxicated customers. She said they close the doors at 2100, because they are
primarily a restaurant, not a bar. Christi indicated she knows to call 911 if
she or her staff encounter any issues. Lewis did indicate that the restaurant
currently does not have an operative surveillance system, but she would like to
get one in place.
I found no questionable or concerning entries in my background search for
Christine Lewis. She has been employed at Carlos O'Kellys for several years,
with the past two years as General Manager. For these reasons, the Grand Island
Police Department does not object to Christine Lewis being granted Liquor
Manager status for Carlos O'Kellys in Grand Island.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-9
#2021-189 - Approving an Updated Memorandum of
Understanding with Central Community College for Emergency
Operations
Staff Contact: Jon Rosenlund
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Jon Rosenlund, Emergency Management Director
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:MOU Updated with Central Community College
Presenter(s):Jon Rosenlund, Emergency Management Director
Background
Local government organizations, such as the City, must maintain certain basic and
necessary functions of government to meet the public interest. The strategies used to
achieve continuity of government often include mutually beneficial agreements with
other entities that help both achieve the same objectives. This Memorandum of
Understanding with the Central Community College campus in Grand Island is such an
agreement to support common efforts in emergency planning, response or recovery.
Originally completed in 2011, the CCC has requested a review and update for the City
Council’s consideration.
Discussion
Local government organizations, such as the City of Grand Island, must maintain certain
basic and necessary functions of government to meet the public interest. These basic
services include, but are not limited to:
continued direction by Mayor and Council of government operations,
delivery of public safety functions,
delivery of public utilities, health and welfare,
maintaining sound fiscal accounting of government funds.
Among the strategies used to achieve continuity of government is the use of mutually
beneficial agreements with other entities that help both achieve the similar objectives.
Typically these are memorandums of understanding or mutual aid agreements that allow
the cooperating entities to freely assist one another, as conditions permit, in the
performance of necessary functions for both parties. These agreements are particularly
valuable in emergencies when aid is needed but a formal agreement process after the fact
would slow emergency response.
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In 2011, the City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Central
Community College campus in Grand Island to support common efforts in emergency
planning, response or recovery. Recently, CCC has requested a review and update of the
MOU. In the event that either party to this agreement is in need of emergency assistance
from the other, requests for aid can be made and met within the guidelines of mutual aid
in a timely and effective manner.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve this Memorandum of
Understanding.
Sample Motion
Move to approve this Memorandum of Understanding with the Central Community
College campus in Grand Island, Nebraska.
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Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Between
Central Community College-Grand Island Campus
and
City of Grand Island
regarding
Emergency Planning and Response
I.Introduction
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is entered into by Central Community
College (CCC)-Grand Island Campus, 3134 W. Hwy. 34, Grand Island, Nebraska, and
the City of Grand Island, 100 E. First St., Grand Island, Nebraska. Today’s public safety
realities have highlighted the need for this type of agreement based on recent tragedies at
Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) including natural and manmade disasters. This
MOU addresses the current challenge of Emergency Planning and Response. To ensure
that the public safety community reaches optimal utilization of finite resources and
maximum interoperability, this agreement will establish a formal working relationship
between the City of Grand Island and Central Community College-Grand Island Campus.
II.Purpose
The purpose of this agreement is to provide for support of Emergency Management
planning, response and recovery programs between Central Community College-Grand
Island Campus and the City of Grand Island. It is recognized that the goal of both parties
in this agreement is to reduce the loss of life, property and protect the public from all
types of hazards through a comprehensive, risk based, all-hazards emergency
management program of mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Specifically
Central Community College-Grand Island Campus and the City of Grand Island agree,
but not limited to, the following obligations per this agreement.
Cooperate in all areas of mutual interest as it relates to Emergency Management:
sharing data, information, planning, response, recovery, and other operational
support programs;
Enhance and maximize Emergency Management program capabilities of both
participants for the purpose of protection of the public health and safety, the
College environment and to preserve and safeguard property;
Central Community College-Grand Island Campus will notify the City of Grand
Island when an emergency situation or serious external threat exists for the
College;
Provide a rapid coordinated and effective response with full utilization of all
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Resources of both participants, including any resources on hand or available that
are essential to the safety, care and welfare of those impacted in the event of an
emergency or disaster.
This MOU becomes effective on the date of execution and shall remain in effect
unless terminated by written notification by either party to the other.
This MOU may be amended by written “mutual agreement”.
III.Initiation of Mutual Aid Request
In the event the City of Grand Island is in need of emergency assistance from Central
Community College-Grand Island Campus as defined in Section II of this agreement, the
Grand Island Emergency Management Director or designee will make a request to the
Campus President for approval. The Campus President will inform the requesting entity
of approval status.
In the event Central Community College-Grand Island Campus requires assistance, the
Campus President will make a request to the City of Grand Island Emergency
Management Director. This official will be the point of contact for all requests. Each
participant of this agreement shall appoint an individual representative to serve as a point
of contact for matters relevant to this MOU.
No party is required to provide assistance under this Agreement unless it determines that
it has sufficient resources to do so.
IV.Authority of Personnel Rendering Aid
Whenever the employees of the City of Grand Island or Central Community College-
Grand Island Campus are rendering aid on or outside the campus, such employees will
have the same powers, duties, rights, privileges and immunities as if they were
performing their duties in the County or as a College system official.
V.Responsibility for Expenses and Compensation of Employees
When responding to emergency or other conditions as outlined in this agreement, the
responding agency which furnishes any equipment shall bear the loss or damage to such
equipment and shall pay the expense incurred in the operation and maintenance thereof.
When responding to emergency or other conditions as outlined in this agreement, the
responding agency will compensate and shall defray the actual travel and maintenance
expenses of such employees during the time they are rendering aid. Such compensation
shall include any amounts paid or due for compensation due to personal injury or death
while such employees are engaged in rendering such aid.
VI.Incident Command Structure (ICS)
The parties agree to coordinate and utilize an Incident Command System, to the greatest
extent possible, for emergencies requiring mutual aid assistance under this agreement.
The ICS shall be consistent with the concepts and principles of the National Incident
Command System (NIMS) developed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
The parties agree that ICS must allow for Unified Command (UC) to provide the most
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efficient and effective means for communication between and coordination of personnel
and resources. Utilization of UC and ICS shall not be interpreted as increasing or
decreasing the authority, responsibility and accountability inherent to a local emergency
response provider under the terms of this agreement.
VII.Limitations
A)Nothing in this agreement shall be construed as creating a duty to respond when
requested by either party signing this agreement.
B)Nothing in this agreement shall be construed as creating a duty on the part of the
responding agency to stay at the scene of an emergency for any set length of time.
Responding personnel and equipment may be removed at any time from the scene at
the discretion of the ranking officer from the responding agency.
________________________________ _________________________________
Campus President of CCC–Grand Island Roger G. Steele, Mayor
City of Grand Island
______________________________________________________________________
College President Date
____________________________________ _________________________________
Date Interim City Attorney
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-189
WHEREAS, the Interlocal Cooperation Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. §13-801, et seq.
provides that units of local government of the State of Nebraska may enter into agreement for the
joining and cooperative exercise of powers, privileges, or authority capable of being exercise by
either agency; and
WHEREAS, Cities are public agencies as defined by Neb. Rev. Stat. §13-801;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island has a responsibility to provide the
continuity of certain basic government functions and services following an emergency; and
WHEREAS, the Grand Island Campus of Central Community College is an
organization with resources that could assist the City in the continuity of government services;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island and the Grand Island Campus of Central
Community College can both benefit from an agreement to provide mutual aid; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island and the Grand Island Campus of Central
Community College approved a Memorandum of Understanding to this affect in 2011 and CCC
has requested a review and update of that agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Memorandum of Understanding
between the City of Grand Island and the Grand Island Campus of Central Community College
is hereby approved and the mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such agreement
on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-10
#2021-190 - Approving Re-Allocation of FTE for Computer
Operator to Computer Technician
Staff Contact: Patrick Brown
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Patrick Brown, Finance Director
Aaron Schmid, Human Resources Director
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Re-Allocation of FTE –Computer Operator to Computer
Technician
Presenter(s):Patrick Brown, Finance Director
Background
Finance Department management routinely reviews its internal operations and staffing to
improve efficiency. With the recent retirement of a Computer Operator and the
subsequent absorbing of duties by other positions within the Department, there is a spare
Computer Operator position. The internal operations review has also indicated an
increased workload in providing tech support to all of the City information technology
needs.
Discussion
The recommended reallocation will move the recently vacated Computer Operator
position to a Computer Technician position. The need for more tech support throughout
the City has increased dramatically in the last couple of years especially with the increase
security needs of keeping our network system safe. The Computer Technician position
will reduce personnel costs while addressing the increased workload in the information
technology group.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the FTE reallocation from the
Computer Operator classification to the Computer Technician classification.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the FTE reallocation from the Computer Operator classification to the
Computer Technician classification.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-190
WHEREAS, the Finance Department management team routinely reviews its
internal operations and staffing to improve efficiency; and
WHEREAS, with the recent retirement of a Computer Operator, and the
subsequent absorbing of duties by similar position within the department; and
WHEREAS, there has been an increased need in tech support for various
information technology needs; and
WHEREAS, the recommended reallocation would eliminate the recently vacated
Computer Operator position and create another Computer Technician position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the FTE reallocation of one Computer
Operator classification to a Computer Technician classification is hereby approved.
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____________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-11
#2021-191 - Approving Annual Agreement for Financial Software
Licensing and Support
Staff Contact: Patrick Brown
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Patrick Brown, Finance Director
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Approving Annual Agreement for Financial Software
Licensing and Support
Presenter(s):Patrick Brown, Finance Director
Background
On July 10, 2001, Council approved the purchase and implementation of Tyler
Technologies’ MUNIS integrated financial software system for the City of Grand Island.
This financial software continues to provide the City of Grand Island excellent service
and support for financial information. Each year in order to receive software upgrades
and technical assistance from Tyler Technologies; it is necessary to enter into an annual
Support Agreement.
Discussion
The total cost for Tyler Technologies’ Financial Software Licensing and Support for the
period of 9/14/2021 to 9/13/2022 is $226,960.80.
The Tyler System Management Services Support provides service to the Information
Technology department on system backup and recovery assistance, file permissions and
security, system tools and user guides of each module, assistance on upgrades for each
database as well as services for free system server transfers.
Munis Module Support and Update Licensing include support and licensing for City staff
to use the following accounting programs. Payroll, Human Resource Management, Cash
Management, Project Accounting, Requisitions/Purchase Orders, Accounts Payable,
General Ledger, Budget, General Billing, Accounts Receivable, Special Assessments,
Fixed Assets, Tyler Content Manager, TCM auto Index and Redaction, Role tailored
Dashboard, Tyler form Processing, Crystal Reports. Employee Self Service, and Munis
Office. Touchscreen 10: Proximity Reader (HID) Maintenance, Advanced Scheduling
Mobile Access Maintenance, Advanced Scheduling Maintenance, Time & Attendance
Mobile Access Maintenance, and Time & Attendance Maintenance are the City’s Time
Clock System tools.
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The Tyler Content Manager feature enables viewing of on-line accounts payable
invoices, W9’s, checks written, purchase orders, and secured employee direct deposit
stubs and W2’s.
Crystal Reports is a report writing system that extracts data from each accounting module
table to produce user defined reports.
The Employee Self-Service module allows employees to have on-line access to pay
history, direct deposits, W-2 information, and make changes to their personal information
such as addresses, phone numbers, dependents and emergency contacts. Employee Self-
Service is also used annually for on-line cafeteria benefit deductions.
The Touchcreen Reader (Time Clock), Advanced Scheduling & Time & Attendance
Maintenance enable the City’s Time Clock usage.
Munis Office connects Microsoft Office products Excel and Word to each accounting
program.
The Tyler Unlimited CAL Graphic User Interface (GUI) Support is the interface that
creates the screens and user “look” to the database that holds information. Users can
individualize the look and feel of each of their module screens showing different
information in different ways.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Approve the 2021-2022 Contract with Tyler Technologies, Inc for software
support and licensing.
2.Postpone the issue to a future meeting.
3.Take no action.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the 2021-2022 Annual
Financial Support Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. in the amount of
$226,960.80.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Annual Financial Support Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-191
WHEREAS, on July 10, 2001, by Resolution 2001-180, the City of Grand Island
approved the proposal of Process, Inc., d/b/a Munis, to implement new accounting software with
an integrated financial program; and
WHEREAS, in order to receive continued upgrades and technical assistance from
the company, it is necessary to enter into an annual Financial Support Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the cost for the period of September 14, 2021 to September 13, 2022
for Munis Module support, Tyler System Management Services Support, Tyler Unlimited CAL
support, Munis Time & Attendance and Advanced Scheduling Support and update licensing,
Touchscreen 10: Proximity Reader (HID) Maintenance is $226,960.80; and
WHEREAS, the proposed agreement has been reviewed and approved by the City
Attorney’s office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the annual Financial Support
Agreement by and between the City and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the amount of $226,960.80
is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreements on behalf of the City Of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021
_______________________________________
Roger Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-12
#2021-192 - Approving Change Order #1 - Burdick Station
Asbestos Abatement
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Interim City Attorney
Meeting Date:August 10, 2021
Subject:Burdick Station Asbestos Abatement Change Order #1
Presenter(s):Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
The Burdick Generating Station consisted of three steam units, three gas turbines and the
City water control system operations. In 2016, Steam Units #1 and #2, and in 2017, Unit
#3 were decommissioned. The large structure that housed the units is expensive to
maintain and contains hazardous materials. Utility staff retained Black & Veatch to
develop a demolition plan for the existing structure and hazardous materials removal.
Black & Veatch developed a specification for the abatement activities related to the
removal of asbestos containing materials prior to demolition of the facility. Abatement
will include all spaces inside and outside of the administrative and powerhouse buildings,
equipment, pipes, and structures of the powerhouse, fuel oil tank farm, oil pump building
and gas metering buildings. Council awarded the Burdick Station Asbestos Abatement to
McGill Asbestos Abatement on May 11, 2021 in the amount of $842,750.00.
Discussion
During the removal of asbestos on Unit #2, additional asbestos containing material was
discovered. The contract includes unit pricing for additional asbestos containing material
that might be found during the project. Using the unit pricing, the cost for removing this
additional material is $128,800.00. Also, some taxes included in the original bid in the
amount of $8,700.00 need to be removed as the materials are consumables. The original
contracted amount is $842,750.00, for a total adjusted cost of $962,850.00. This is still
less than the engineers estimate of $1,200,000.00.
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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 Council approve Burdick Station Asbestos
Abatement Change Order #1 for $120,100.00, for a total contract cost of $962,850.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve Change Order #1, in the amount of $120,100.00, to McGill Asbestos
Abatement, LLC, for the Burdick Station Asbestos Abatement.
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TO:McGill Asbestos Abatement, LLC
4205 S. 33rd Street
Omaha, NE 68107
Greg Johnson, President
PROJECT:Burdick Station Asbestos Abatement
CHANGE ORDER 1
You are hereby directed to make the following change in your contract:
1 Additional payment per the attached spreadsheet.
ADD:
The original Contract Sum $842,750.00
Previous Change Order Amounts -$
The Contract Sum is increased by this Change Order 120,100.00$
The Contract Sum is decreased by this Change Order $
The total modified Contract Sum to date 962,850.00$
Approval and acceptance of this Change Order acknowledges understanding and agreement that the
cost and time adjustments included represent the complete values arising out of and/or incidental to the
work described therein.
APPROVED:CITY OF GRAND ISLAND
By:_________________________________Date ________________________
Attest: ___________________________________________________________
Approved as to Form, City Attorney
ACCEPTED:McGill Asbestos Abatement, LLC
By: _________________________________Date _________________________
$120,100.00
Platte Generating Station
1035 W. Wildwood Drive
Grand Island, NE 68801
308/385-5468
7/27/2021
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City of Grand Island
Utilities Department
General Work Contract - Change Order 520.10710
Burdick Station Asbestos Abatement
Comments:During the removal of asbestos on Burdick Unit 2, additional asbestos containing
materials was discovered.
Contract:$842,750.00
Change
Order
Request Description Amount
001 Removal of additional asbestos contiaining materials in Unit 2 128,800.00$
002 Removal of taxes from "Materials" - consumables only (8,700.00)$
003
004
005
006
007
008
009
010
011
012
013
014
015
017
018
019
020
021
023
024
028
029
030
Total 120,100.00$
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-192
WHEREAS, at the May 11, 2021 Council meeting, McGill Asbestos Abatement
was awarded the contract for Asbestos Abatement at the Burdick Generating Station; and
WHEREAS, during the removal of Asbestos on Unit #2, additional Asbestos
containing material was discovered; and
WHEREAS, the original contract included unit pricing for any additional asbestos
containing material that was found during the project; and
WHERAS, the additional material found to be removed on the Unit #2 boiler
amounted to $128,800.00; and
WHEREAS, taxes shown on the original bid in the amount of $8,700.00 need to
be removed as the materials are consumables; and
WHEREAS, the original contracted amount was for $842,750.00, and with the
$8,700.00 deduction, and the $128,800.00 addition, the total adjusted cost is $962,850.00; less
than the Engineer’s Estimate of $1,200,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Change Order #1 with McGill
Asbestos Abatement in the amount of $120,100.00, is hereby approved, and the Mayor is
authorized to sign the Change Order on behalf of the City of Grand Island
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-13
#2021-193 - Approving Purchase of Distribution Transformers
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Interim City Attorney
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Distribution Transformers
Presenter(s):Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
On average, Grand Island Utilities uses around 200 distribution transformers per year.
These transformer purchases can be broken down into three categories: Three Phase Pad-
mount, Single Phase Pad-mount, and Single Phase Pole-mount.
In January 2021, a Contract was awarded to Graybar Electric Company to supply all
transformer categories for calendar year 2021. With the recent fluctuations in commodity
pricing, along with supply constraints, the Vendor was unable to meet the requirements
of their Contract. With the existing Contract terminated, and procurement lead times of
up to 30 weeks due to supply shortages, it is beneficial to have a pre-approved price sheet
available for ordering. The proposed agreements herein provide for the purchase of the
various transformers, by unit pricing, through the end of the 2022 calendar year.
In order to understand how drastically the market for transformers has changed, below is
a comparison of lead times and pricing differences between January 2021 and July 2021.
To protect the Utility and give pricing relief should pricing move toward normal levels in
the future, the Contract unit pricing will be adjusted quarterly based on either the vendors
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internal five (5) point commodity index or the Bureau of Labor Statistics index for Power
and Distribution Transformers, whichever provides the best price for the Utility.
Discussion
The Utilities Department evaluated three independent categories of transformers: Three
Phase Pad-mount, Single Phase Pad-mount, and Single Phase Pole-mount. The request
for proposal was advertised on July 6, 2021. Proposals were received on July 28, 2021,
with the following three vendors submitting proposals:
Wesco Distribution Inc.
Central Moloney, Inc.
WEG Transformers USA
Using evaluation criteria, which included unit pricing, estimated quantities, and
transformer performance, the proposals were reviewed by the department’s division
managers. A tabulation of the evaluations’ factors indicated the lowest evaluated price for
the following selections:
Company Category
Wesco Distribution Inc.Three Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution Inc.Single Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution Inc.Single Phase Pole-mount Transformers
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
The project specifications provide that the City may award all categories to a single
vendor or award contracts to three separate vendors, whichever method provides the best
value to the City. City Administration recommends that the Council approve the
purchasing contracts for the Distribution Transformers, as the low responsive proposals:
Wesco Distribution Inc.Three Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution Inc.Single Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution Inc.Single Phase Pole-mount Transformers
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Sample Motion
Move to approve the purchasing contracts for the Distribution Transformers, as the low
responsive proposals:
Wesco Distribution Inc.Three Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution Inc.Single Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution Inc.Single Phase Pole-mount Transformers
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
FOR
DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER
RFP DUE DATE: July 28, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
DEPARTMENT: Utilities
PUBLICATION DATE: July 6, 2021
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS: 5
PROPOSALS RECEIVED
Central Moloney Inc. WEG Transformers USA
Pine Bluff, AR Washington, MO
WESCO Distribution, Inc.
Des Moines, IA
cc: Patrick Brown, Finance Director Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Jerry Janulewicz, City Administrator Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Ryan Schmitz, Assistant Utilities Director Pat Gericke, Admin. Asst. Utilities
P2293
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-193
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island requested proposals for Distribution
Transformers, according to plans and specifications on file with the Utilities Department; and
WHEREAS, on July 28, 2021, proposals were received, opened and reviewed;
and
WHEREAS, the following vendors submitted proposals in accordance with the terms of
the Request for Proposals and plans and specifications and all other statutory requirements
contained therein:
Wesco Distribution, Inc.Three Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution, Inc.Single Phase Pad-mount Transformers
Wesco Distribution, Inc.Single Phase Pole-mount Transformers
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the quotes from the vendor listed
above for the three categories of Distribution Transformers are hereby approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-14
#2021-194 - Approving Resolution to Amend Subdivision
Agreement for Nikodym Subdivision Relative to Placement of
Sidewalks on Cherry Street
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Regional Planning Commission
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Nikodym Subdivision – Subdivision Agreement
Amendment
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, AICP, Regional Planning Director
Background
Nikodym Subdivision located on Cherry and Bismark encompasses all of the old
Superbowl property. At the time of approval Mr. Nikodym, the potential purchaser of the
property, agreed to build conventional sidewalk in front of the house that he was planning
to build on Cherry Street north of the Superbowl building. There are mature trees on the
property that prevent conventional sidewalk so he would like to amend the agreement to
allow curb sidewalk.
Discussion
Installation of sidewalk is necessary to finalize his building permit and meet the
requirements of the agreement. Mr. Nikodym could have committed to curb sidewalk at
the time of the subdivision and this amendment would not have been necessary. As he
thought that conventional sidewalk would work at this location he selected sidewalk that
would be separated from the curb.
There are no city code restrictions that would prohibit the city from allowing curb
sidewalk at this location.
The change to the subdivision agreement will facilitate the final completion of the new
house and allow Mr. Nikodym to complete his project and preserve the trees between his
house and the street.
Paragraph 5 of the agreement filed on March 16, 2020 will be amended as follows:
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5.Sidewalks. The Subdivider shall install and maintain all public
sidewalks required by the City of Grand Island when the Lots 2 and 3 are built upon, and
such sidewalk shall be regulated and required with the building permit for each such lot.
The Subdivider must select curb or conventional sidewalk for each street unless the
requirement has been waived by Council.
Street Name Curb sidewalk Conventional
Sidewalk
Sidewalk
Requirement
Waived by Council
Cherry Street X X NO
Bismark Road X NO
Immediate sidewalk construction adjacent to Lot 1 shall be waived. However, the
sidewalks shall be constructed when the property owner is directed to do so by the City Council.
In the event a Street Improvement District is created to pave any public street in the subdivision,
the Subdivider agrees to install public sidewalks within one year of the completion of such street
improvement district in accordance with the City of Grand Island Sidewalk Policy
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 Council approve the subdivision agreement as
presented, authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement and the City Clerk to file said
agreement against the property with the Register of Deeds.
Sample Motion
Move to approve as recommended.
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SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT AMENDMENT
NIKODYM SUBDIVISION
Lots 1 and 2 Inclusive
In the City of Grand Island, Hall County Nebraska
The undersigned JOHN J. NIKODYM AND JANICE S NICKODYM,
HUSBAND AND WIFE, ALONG WITH JNIK, LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY
CORPORATION hereinafter called the Subdivider, as owner of tracts of land in the City of
Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, more particularly described as follows:
LOTS 1 AND 2 OF NIKODYM SUBDIVISION
desires to has subdivided tract of land located within the corporate limits of the City of Grand
Island, Nebraska, and hereby submits to the City Council of such City for acceptance as provided
by law an amendment to the subdivision agreement for NIKODYM SUBDIVISION,
specifically to paragraph 5 Sidewalks. The Subdivider hereby consents and agrees with the City
* This Space Reserved for Register of Deeds *
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of Grand Island, Nebraska, that it agrees with the provisions of the original agreement and the
amendments to paragraph 5 Sidewalks of as detail below and will install or provide at its expense
the required improvements:
5.Sidewalks. The Subdivider shall install and maintain all public sidewalks
required by the City of Grand Island when the Lots 2 and 3 are built upon, and such sidewalk
shall be regulated and required with the building permit for each such lot.
The Subdivider must select curb or conventional sidewalk for each street unless the requirement
has been waived by Council.
Street Name Curb sidewalk Conventional
Sidewalk
Sidewalk
Requirement
Waived by Council
Cherry Street X NO
Bismark Road X NO
Immediate sidewalk construction adjacent to Lot 1 shall be waived. However, the
sidewalks shall be constructed when the property owner is directed to do so by the City Council. In the
event a Street Improvement District is created to pave any public street in the subdivision, the Subdivider
agrees to install public sidewalks within one year of the completion of such street improvement district in
accordance with the City of Grand Island Sidewalk Policy
Warranty. The undersigned owner, as Subdivider, warrants that it is the owner
in fee simple of the land described and proposed to be known as NIKODYM SUBDIVISION,
and that an abstract of title or title insurance commitment will be submitted for examination, if
necessary, upon request of the City of Grand Island.
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Successors and Assigns. This agreement shall run with the land and shall be
binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto, their successors, assigns, heirs,
devisees, and legatees. Where the term "Subdivider" is used in this agreement, the subsequent
owners of any lots in the subdivision shall be responsible to perform any of the conditions of this
agreement if the Subdivider has not performed such conditions.
Dated _____________________, 2021.
JOHN J. NIKODYM, Subdivider JANICE S. NIKODYM, Subdivider
By: _________________________ By: __ _________________
__
John J. Nikodym Janice S. Nikodym
JNIK LLC A NEBRASKA
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY,
Subdivider
By:
STATE OF NEBRASKA )
) ss
COUNTY OF HALL )
On _________________________, 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said
County and State, personally appeared John J. Nikodym, known personally to me to be the identical persons and
such officer who signed the foregoing Subdivision Agreement and acknowledged the execution thereof to be his
voluntary act and deed for the purpose therein expressed.
WITNESS my hand and notarial seal the date above written.
_____________________________________________
Notary Public
My commission expires: __________________________
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STATE OF NEBRASKA )
) ss
COUNTY OF HALL )
On _________________________, 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said
County and State, personally appeared Janice S. Nikodym, known personally to me to be the identical persons and
such officer who signed the foregoing Subdivision Agreement and acknowledged the execution thereof to be his
voluntary act and deed for the purpose therein expressed.
WITNESS my hand and notarial seal the date above written.
_____________________________________________
Notary Public
My commission expires: __________________________
STATE OF NEBRASKA )
) ss
COUNTY OF HALL )
On _________________________, 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said
County and State, personally appeared , known personally to me to be the identical
persons and such officer who signed the foregoing Subdivision Agreement and acknowledged the execution thereof
to be his voluntary act and deed for the purpose therein expressed on behalf of JNIK LLC A NEBRASKA
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.
WITNESS my hand and notarial seal the date above written.
_____________________________________________
Notary Public
My commission expires: __________________________
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
A Municipal Corporation
By:____________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest: ___________________________________
__
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
STATE OF NEBRASKA )
) ss
COUNTY OF HALL )
On _________________________, 2021, before me, the undersigned,, a Notary Public in and for said
County and State, personally came Roger G. Steele, Mayor of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, a municipal
corporation, known to me to be such officer and the identical person who signed the foregoing Subdivision
Agreement and acknowledged that the foregoing signature was his voluntary act and deed pursuant to Resolution
2021-____, and that the City's corporate seal was thereto affixed by proper authority.
WITNESS my hand and notarial seal the date above written.
______________________________________________
Notary Public
My commission expires: ____________________
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
February 3, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-194
WHEREAS, know all men by these presents, that JOHN J. NIKODYM AND
JANICE S NICKODYM, husband and wife, JNIK, LLC, A Nebraska Limited Liability
Company, being the owners of the land described Lots 1 and 2 of NIKODYM SUBDIVISION,
in the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska and wish to amend paragraph 5 Sidewalks of
the Subdivision Agreement
WHEREAS, a copy of the plat of such subdivision has been approved and filed
with the Hall County Register of Deeds along with the original subdivision agreement; and
WHEREAS, an amendment to such f subdivision agreement has been agreed to
between the owner of the property and the City of Grand Island.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the amendment to subdivision
agreement herein before described is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to
execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island and that the City Clerk is
authorized to file said agreement with the Hall County Register of Deed
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-15
#2021-195 - Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Diffuser
Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-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:August 10, 2021
Subject:Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Diffuser
Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-2
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
JCI Industries, Inc. of Lee Summit, Missouri was awarded a $19,295.00 contract on April 13,
2021, via Resolution No. 20221-78, for Diffuser Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-2.
This project replaced the ethylene propylene diene terpolymer (EPDM) membrane component
within the diffuser assemblies in the oxic zones of one (1) aeration basin with a 9-inch membrane
diffuser at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The original membranes were installed in 2012 and
require replacement on a seven (7) year cycle.
Aeration Basin
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Discussion
The project was completed in accordance with the terms, conditions, and stipulations of the
contract, plans and specifications. Construction was completed on budget, for a total cost of
$19,295.00, with Public Works Engineering staff cost of $1,960.20 and advertising expense of
$102.21, resulting in a total project cost of $21,357.41.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand. The
Council may:
1.Move to approve a resolution authorizing the Certificate of Final Completion.
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 Diffuser Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-2.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Certificate of Final Completion for Diffuser Replacement; Project No.
2021-WWTP-2.
Diffuser
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ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL COMPLETION
Diffuser Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-2
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
August 10, 2021
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
This is to certify that Diffuser Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-2 has been fully completed by
JCI Industries, Inc. of Lee Summit, Missouri under the contract awarded April 13, 2021. The work
has been completed in accordance with the terms, conditions, and stipulations of said contract and
complies with the contract, the plans and specifications. The work is hereby accepted for the City of
Grand Island, Nebraska, by me as Public Works Director in accordance with the provisions of Section
16-650 R.R.S., 1943.
Base Bid-
Item
No.Description Total
Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Cost
1
9-Inch EPDM Membrane Diffuser
Replacement 1.00 LS $ 19,295.00 $ 19,295.00
Total Base Bid Section = $19,295.00
Additional Costs-
Grand Island Public Works Department Construction Engineering $1,960.20
Grand Island Independent Advertising $102.21
Total Additional Costs= $2,062.41
Total Project Costs= $21,357.41
I hereby recommend that the Engineer’s Certificate of Final Completion for Diffuser Replacement;
Project No. 2021-WWTP-2 certifying that JCI Industries, Inc. of Lee Summit, Missouri be approved.
_________________________________________ _____________________________________
John Collins – City Engineer/Public Works Director Roger G. Steele – Mayor
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-195
WHEREAS, the City Engineer/Public Works Director issued a Certificate of
Final Completion for Diffuser Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-2 certifying that JCI
Industries, Inc. of Lee Summit, Missouri under contract, has completed such for the total amount
of $19,295.00; and
WHEREAS, with Public Works Engineering staff cost of $1,960.20 and
advertising expense of $102.21, resulted in a total project cost of $21,357.41; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer/Public Works Director recommends the
acceptance of the project; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor concurs with the recommendation of the City
Engineer/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
Diffuser Replacement; Project No. 2021-WWTP-2 is hereby confirmed for the total amount of
$21,357.41.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_____________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-16
#2021-196 - Approving Change Order No. 1 for Furnishing
Components for EIMCO® Type C3D-Fully Trough Skimmer
Clarifier Mechanism; Project No. 2021-WWTP-1
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Keith Kurz PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 1 for Furnishing
Components for EIMCO® Type C3D-Fully Trough
Skimmer Clarifier Mechanism; Project No. 2021-
WWTP-1
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Ovivo USA, LLC of Salt Lake City, Utah was awarded a $185,783.00 contract on March
23, 2021, via Resolution No. 2021-64, for Furnishing Components for EIMCO® Type
C3D-Fully Trough Skimmer Clarifier Mechanism; Project No. 2021-WWTP-1.
This procurement is Phase I of the rehabilitation of Final Clarifier No. 1. Phase II consists
of the labor and installation of parts procured, and painting of both existing and new
clarifier components.
This is the final of three clarifiers to be rehabilitated. Clarifiers No. 3 and No. 2 were
rehabilitated in 2019 and 2020 respectively. Final Clarifier No. 1 will complete the
current cycle of Final Clarifier rehabilitations. The final clarifiers are scheduled for
rebuild approximately every 15 years.
The final clarifiers are used to settle out the microorganisms present in wastewater. The
bacteria-laden water flows out, from a column at the center of the round tank, toward the
edges; only the cleanest skim is allowed to flow out of the tank. The settled
microorganisms are either funneled back towards the aeration basins (to go through the
activated sludge process again) or disposed of by being sent to solids handling to be used
as landfill cover soil.
Discussion
Due to delays in getting the necessary components a time extension is being requested
from August 16, 2021 to June 1, 2022.
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There will be no cost associated with Change Order No. 1, leaving the contract agreement
amount of $185,783.00.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order No. 1 for
EIMCO® Type C3D-Fully Trough Skimmer Clarifier Mechanism; Project No. 2021-
WWTP-1 with Ovivo USA, LLC of Salt Lake City, Utah.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
PROJECT:EIMCO® Type C3D-Fully Trough Skimmer Clarifier Mechanism; Project
No. 2021-WWTP-1
CONTRACTOR:Ovivo USA, LLC
AMOUNT OF CONTRACT: $185,783.00
CONTRACT DATE: March 29, 2021
Contract Price Prior to this Change Order…………………………………$ 185,783.00
Net Increase Resulting from this Change Order……………………………$ 0
Revised Contract Price Including this Change Order………………………$ 185,783.00
Notice to Proceed Date ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ March 31, 2021
Original Completion Date --------------------------------------------------------------------------- August 16, 2021
First Revised Completion Date -------------------------------------------------------------------- June 1, 2022
The Above Change Order Accepted:
Ovivo USA, LLC
By____________________________________Date_______________________
Approval Recommended:
By______________________________________________Date________________
John Collins PE, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Approved for the City of Grand Island, Nebraska
By____________________________________Date________________________
Mayor
Attest_________________________________
City Clerk
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-196
WHEREAS, on March 23, 2021, via Resolution No.2021-64, the City of Grand
Island awarded Ovivo USA, LLC of Salt Lake City, Utah the bid in the amount of $185,783.00
for EIMCO® Type C3D-Fully Trough Skimmer Clarifier Mechanism; Project No. 2021-
WWTP-1; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that additional time is necessary to complete
such project; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1;
and
WHEREAS, there will be no cost associated with such time extension, leaving the
contract agreement amount of $185,783.00; and
WHEREAS, the project completion date will be extended from August 16, 2021
to June 1, 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is,
authorized and directed to execute Change Order No. 1, at no additional cost, between the City
of Grand Island and Ovivo USA, LLC of Salt Lake City, Utah to provide the modifications.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-17
#2021-197 - Approving Change Order No. 1 for Final Clarifier No.
1 Renovation; Project No. 2021-WWTP-3
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Keith Kurz PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 1 for Final Clarifier No. 1
Renovation; Project No. 2021-WWTP-3
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Fab Tech Wastewater Solutions, LLC of O’Fallon, Missouri was awarded a $192,000.00
contract on May 25, 2021, via Resolution No. 2021-118, for Final Clarifier No. 1
Renovation; Project No. 2021-WWTP-3.
This project involves the renovation of Final Clarifier No. 1, which consists of labor and
installation of parts procured through Ovivo USA, LLC, and painting of both existing and
new clarifier components.
The final clarifiers are used to settle out the microorganisms present in wastewater. The
bacteria-laden water flows out, from a column at the center of the round tank, toward the
edges; only the cleanest skim is allowed to flow out of the tank. The settled
microorganisms are either funneled back towards the aeration basins (to go through the
activated sludge process again) or disposed of by being sent to solids handling to be used
as landfill cover soil.
Discussion
Due to delays in Ovivo USA, LLC being able to get the necessary components for
installation by Fab Tech Wastewater Solutions, LLC a time extension is being requested
from September 16, 2021 to September 16, 2022 for substantial completion, and
September 30, 2021 to September 30, 2022 for final completion.
There will be no cost associated with Change Order No. 1, leaving the contract agreement
amount of $192,000.00.
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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 Change Order No. 1 for Final
Clarifier No. 1 Renovation; Project No. 2021-WWTP-3 with Fab Tech Wastewater
Solutions, LLC of O’Fallon, Missouri.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
PROJECT:Final Clarifier No. 1 Renovation; Project No. 2021-WWTP-3
CONTRACTOR:Fab Tech Wastewater Solutions, LLC
AMOUNT OF CONTRACT: $192,000.00
CONTRACT DATE: May 25, 2021
Contract Price Prior to this Change Order…………………………………$ 192,000.00
Net Increase Resulting from this Change Order……………………………$ 0
Revised Contract Price Including this Change Order………………………$ 192,000.00
Notice to Proceed Date ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- May 26, 2021
Original Substantial Completion Date ---------------------------------------------------------- September 16, 2021
First Revised Substantial Completion Date --------------------------------------------------- September 16, 2022
Original Final Completion Date ------------------------------------------------------------------ September 30, 2021
First Revised Final Completion Date ----------------------------------------------------------- September 30, 2022
The Above Change Order Accepted:
Fab Tech Wastewater Solutions, LLC
By____________________________________Date_______________________
Approval Recommended:
By______________________________________________Date________________
John Collins PE, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Approved for the City of Grand Island, Nebraska
By____________________________________Date________________________
Mayor
Attest_________________________________
City Clerk
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-197
WHEREAS, on May 25, 2021, via Resolution No.2021-118, the City of Grand
Island awarded Fab Tech Wastewater Solutions, LLC of O’Fallon, Missouri the bid in the
amount of $192,000.00 for Final Clarifier No. 1 Renovation; Project No. 2021-WWTP-3; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that additional time is necessary to complete
such project; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1;
and
WHEREAS, there will be no cost associated with such time extension, leaving the
contract agreement amount of $192,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the time extension for substantial completion will move from
September 16, 2021 to September 16, 2022, and final completion from September 30, 2021 to
September 30, 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is,
authorized and directed to execute Change Order No. 1, at no additional cost, between the City
of Grand Island and Fab Tech Wastewater Solutions, LLC of O’Fallon, Missouri to provide the
modifications.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-18
#2021-198 - Approving Change Order No. 1 for North Road Paving
Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (Phase II)
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Keith Kurz PE, Assistant Public Works Director
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 1 for North Road Paving
Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (Phase II)
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska was awarded a
$3,282,035.30 contract on January 26, 2021, via Resolution No. 2021-17, for the North
Road Paving Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (Phase II).
Discussion
Change Order No. 1 for North Road improvements is being requested to address
unsuitable soil. A layer of soft wet clay was encountered approximately twelve (12)
inches below the proposed subgrade. After consultation with the geotechnical engineer it
was determined that the unsuitable material should be removed with a suitable fill
material.
The cost associated with Change Order No. 1 is a total of $41,250.00, resulting in a
revised contract amount of $3,323,285.30.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
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Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order No. 1 for the
North Road Paving Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (Phase II) with The Diamond
Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
PROJECT: North Road Paving Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (Phase II)
CONTRACTOR:The Diamond Engineering Company
AMOUNT OF CONTRACT: $3,282,035.30
CONTRACT DATE: February 1, 2021
A layer of soft wet clay was encountered approximately twelve (12) inches below the proposed subgrade.
After consultation with the geotechnical engineer it was determined that the unsuitable material should be
removed with a suitable fill material.
Item
No.Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price
Change Order No. 1
CO1-1 Over Excavation 1,500.00 CY $12.25 $ 18,375.00
CO1-2 Sand Fill 1,500.00 CY $15.25 $22,875.00
Change Order No. 1 Total = $ 41,250.00
Contract Price Prior to this Change Order…………………………………$3,282,035.30
Net Increase Resulting from this Change Order……………………………$ 41,250.00
Revised Contract Price Including this Change Order………………………$3,323,285.30
The Above Change Order Accepted:
The Diamond Engineering Company
By____________________________________Date_______________________
Approval Recommended:
By______________________________________________Date________________
John Collins PE, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Approved for the City of Grand Island, Nebraska
By____________________________________Date________________________
Mayor
Attest_________________________________
City Clerk
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-198
WHEREAS, on January 26, 2021, via Resolution No.2021-17, the City of Grand
Island awarded The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska the bid in the
amount of $3,282,035.30 for North Road Paving Improvements; Project No. 2019-P-5 (Phase II);
and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that modifications are necessary to complete
such project; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1;
and
WHEREAS, the cost associated with such change order is $41,250.00, resulting
in a revised contract amount of $3,323,285.30.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor be, and hereby is,
authorized and directed to execute Change Order No. 1, at a cost of $41,250.00, between the City
of Grand Island and The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand Island, Nebraska to provide
the modifications.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item G-19
#2021-199 - Approving 2021-2022 Fee Schedule
Staff Contact: Patrick Brown, Finance Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Patrick Brown, Finance Director
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Consideration of Approving 2021-2022 Fee Schedule
Presenter(s):Patrick Brown, Finance Director
Background
The 2021-2022 Fee Schedule is submitted to Council every year at budget time for
consideration of fee changes.
Discussion
The proposed 2021-2022 Fee Schedule was discussed at the July 27, 2021 Council Study
Session. Questions regarding the fee schedule were discussed during the meeting.
There are no changes to the fee schedule since the July 27th Study Session.
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 adopt the 2021-2022 Fee
Schedule.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Fee Schedule.
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2019 2020 2021 2022 FINAL
Administration
Board of Adjustment Prior to Construction 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Board of Adjustment After Construction/No Building Permit 350.00 350.00 350.00 350.00
Board of Adjustment After Construction/Not Conform 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Conditional Use Permit 1000.00 1000.00 1000.00 1000.00
Election Filing Fees - City Council 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary
Election Filing Fees - Mayor 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary 1% of salary
Haulers Permit (annual) Garbage 225.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Haulers Permit (annual) Refuse 75.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Pawnbroker License (annual) 100.00 110.00 110.00 110.00
Pawnbroker Occupational Tax (annual) 100.00 110.00 110.00 110.00
Blight Study Adoption 1100.00 1100.00 1100.00 1100.00
Redevelopment Plan Adoption 1100.00 1100.00 1100.00 1100.00
Redevelopment Plan Amendment 1100.00 1100.00 1100.00 1100.00
Register of Deeds Filing fee
10.00 first page
6.00 each add'l
page
10.00 first page
6.00 each add'l
page
10.00 first page
6.00 each add'l
page
10.00 first page
6.00 each add'l
page
Liquor Licenses - Occupational Tax (annual)*
Class A Retail beer, on sale* 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Class B Retail beer, off sale* 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Class C Retail liquor, on/off sale* 600.00 600.00 600.00 600.00
Class D Retail liquor/beer, off sale* 400.00 400.00 400.00 400.00
Class I Retail liquor, on sale* 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Class L Brew Pub* 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Class Z Micro Distiller LB-549* 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Catering Fee 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Liquor License - School Fees (annual)* 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Class A Retail beer, on sale* 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Class B Retail beer, off sale* 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Class C Retail liquor, on/off sale* 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00
Class D Retail Liquor, Off sale* 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Class I Retail Liquor, on sale* 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Advertising Fee* 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Special Designated Liquor License* 80.00 80.00 80.00 80.00
Natural Gas Company Rate Filing Fee 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00
Certified copy 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Telecommunications Registration Fee (5 years) NEW 500.00 500.00 500.00
*Fees regulated by State of Nebraska - First year fees are prorated Quarterly
ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
Pet License Fee - Un-neutered/un-spayed 41.00 41.00 41.00 41.00
Pet License Fee - Neutered/Spayed 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00
Licensed after January 31 add $10.00 to
above fees
add $10.00 to
above fees
add $10.00 to
above fees
add $10.00 to
above fees
**$5.00 per license retained by registered veterinarian making sale
Pet License Replacement Fee 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
License Fees-late fee of $10.00 after Feb 1
Legal Proceeding holding fee 20.00+tax per day 20.00+tax per day 20.00+tax per day 20.00+tax per day
Deemed "Potentially Dangerous" fee 100.00 100.00 100 100
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Building Permit Fee, Electrical Permit Fee, Gas Permit Fee, Plumbing Permit
Fee, Sign Permit Fee: Based on Valuation
Estimated Valuations:
1.00 - 1,600.00 35.00 36.00 36.00 36.00
1,601.00 - 1,700.00 37.00 38.00 38.00 38.00
1,701.00 - 1,800.00 39.00 40.00 40.00 40.00
1,801.00 - 1,900.00 41.00 42.00 42.00 42.00
1,901.00 - 2,000.00 43.00 44.00 44.00 44.00
2,001 - 25,000 For each additional 1,000 or fraction, to and including 25,000 43.00 plus 7.40 44.00 plus 7.60 44.00 plus 7.60 44.00 plus 7.60
25,001 - 50,000 For each additional 1,000 or fraction, to and including 50,000 218.35 plus 5.15 218.80 plus 5.30 218.80 plus 5.30 218.80 plus 5.30
50,001 - 100,000 For each additional 1,000 or fraction, to and including 100,000 345.80 plus 3.85 351.30 plus 3.95 351.30 plus 3.95 351.30 plus 3.95
100,001 and up For each additional 1,000 or fraction 537.80 plus 3.35 548.80 plus 3.45 548.80 plus 3.45 548.80 plus 3.45
Plan Review Fee, Commercial (percentage of building permit fee)50% 50%50% 50%
Plan Review Fee, Residential (percentage of building permit fee) 10% 10%10% 10%
Inspections outside of normal business hours* 75.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Reinspection Fee* 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Inspection for which no fee is specifically indicated* 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to approve
plans (minimum charge, one hour)*100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Fee Schedule for FY2021-22 Budget Year - EXHIBIT A
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2019 2020 2021 2022 FINAL
Fee Schedule for FY2021-22 Budget Year - EXHIBIT A
*Or the hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is greater. The cost shall
include supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of all
the employees involved
Contractor Registration - New and Renewal for Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing,
Sign, Soft Water, Mover and Wrecker 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
New Contractor Set up fee 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Registration card - Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing: Master or Journeyman 20.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Registration card - Electrical: Master or Journeyman new or renewal after
January 31, will be investigation fee + registration card fee 80.00 80.00
License: Mechanical, Plumbing, Soft Water - Master 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
License: Mechanical, Plumbing, Soft Water - Journeyman 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
License: Mechanical, Plumbing, Soft Water - Apprentice 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Board of Appeals application: Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing 50.00 55.00 55.00 55.00
Board of Appeals - Review of Decision/Test Fees: Building, Electrical,
Mechanical, Plumbing 50.00 55.00 55.00 55.00
Investigation Fee 50.00 or cost of
permit
55.00 or cost of
permit 55.00 or cost of
permit
55.00 or cost of
permit
Mobile Home Park Registration (annual)
Park with Facilities for 2 - 3 Mobile Homes 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Park with Facilities for 4 - 15 Mobile Homes 125.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
Park with Facilities for 16 - 25 Mobile Homes 150.00 175.00 175.00 175.00
Park with Facilities for 26 - 50 Mobile Homes 175.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Park with Facilities for 51 - 100 Mobile Homes 225.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Park with Facilities for over 100 Mobile Homes 250.00 300.00 300.00 300.00
Mobile Sign Permit Fee for Special Event 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Mobile Sign Permit Fee for 45 days 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
Temporary Buildings 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Water Well Registration (Groundwater Control Area Only) 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
License Agreement SEE PUBLIC SEE PUBLIC SEE PUBLIC SEE PUBLIC
Denial of application for license agreement WORKS WORKS WORKS WORKS
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Alarm Registration Fee (yearly) 110.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Digital Alarm Monitoring Fee (yearly-registration fee included)275.00 300.00 300.00 300.00
False Alarms (each) 115.00 120.00 120.00 120.00
Audio Tapes (per tape, includes search costs) 28.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Video Alarm Monitor 1750.00 1850.00 1,850.00 1,850.00
Alarm Activity Report Fee 10.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
FINANCE DEPARTMENT FEES
Returned Check Charge (All City Departments) 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
GITV DVD (per segment) 25.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
FIRE DEPARTMENT FEES
Gas leak calls that originate from Northwestern Energy which are found not to be
an interior leak and with no threat to life or property 190.00/hr 200.00/hr 200.00/hr 200.00/hr
False Alarm fee for commercial alarm systems of more than three in 12
consecutive months 165.00 180.00 180.00 180.00
Site assessment fee open burn 200.00 220.00 220.00 220.00
Special display fireworks permit fee 200.00 220.00 220.00 220.00
Pyrotechnics fee 200.00 220.00 220.00 220.00
Environmental site assessment fee 25.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Inspection callback fee for code violation requiring three or more visits 50.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
Nuisance Engine company run fee 190.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Copy of Fire Report 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Open Burning Permits 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Underground tank installation and/or closure fee per tank 75.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Underground tank inspection (once every 3 years) 200.00 220.00 220.00 220.00
Education Fees
Fire Extinguisher Class
50.00 minimum (up
to 5 students) +
10.00 for each
additional student
75.00 minimum (up
to 5 students) +
10.00 for each
additional student
75.00 minimum
(up to 5 students)
+ 10.00 for each
additional student
75.00 minimum (up
to 5 students) +
10.00 for each
additional student
CPR BLS Health Care Provider New (per 6 people, books not included) Books
are 12.00 each 184.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
CPR Class Recertification (per 6 people, books are not included) Books are
12.00 each 134.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
HeartSaver AED (per 6 people, books not included) Books are 12.00 each 151.00 165.00 165.00 165.00
CPR for family/friends: All ages (per 6 people, books not included) Books are
7.50/5 books 84.00 95.00 95.00 95.00
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HeartSaver CPR, AED and First Aid (per 6 people, books not included) Books
are 13.95 each 284.00 300.00 300.00 300.00
Temporary Structures
Tents over 200 sq ft 100.00 110.00 110.00 110.00
Canopies over 400 sq ft 100.00 110.00 110.00 110.00
Child Care Inspection*
Consultation 50.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
0-8 people 40.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
0-12 people 50.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
13 + people 75.00 85.00 85.00 85.00
Fire Safety Inspection Fees
Major Event Life Safety Inspection Fee 100.00 per event 125 per event 125 per event 125 per event
State Fair Inspection Fee 1500.00/yr 1600.00/yr 1600.00/yr 1600.00/yr
Hall County Fair Inspection Fee 250.00/yr 275.00/yr 275.00/yr 275.00/yr
Occupancy Use Permit Fee (once every three years)Refer to fire dept
graduated scale
Refer to fire dept
graduated scale
Refer to fire dept
graduated scale
Refer to fire dept
graduated scale
Liquor Inspection (each)*
Consumption 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Non-consumption 50.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Hospital, Nursing Home, Health Care (each inspection)*
50 beds or less* 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
51-100 beds* 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
101 or more beds* 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
Foster Care Homes* 40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00
Commercial Building Fire Review Fee / % of Building Permit Fee 50% 50% 50% 50%
For duplicate building plans submitted within one (1) year of the review of the
original plans 20% 20%0.20 0.20
Alarm System Review 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Sprinkler System Review $100.00/Riser
+50.00/design area
$125.00/Riser
+50.00/design area
$125.00/Riser
+50.00/design
area
$125.00/Riser
+50.00/design area
Hood System Review 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Suppression System (other) 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Fireworks Permit 550.00 550.00 550.00 550.00
*Fees regulated by State of Nebraska
Standby Fees
Fire Engine//Rescue Company (3 employees + truck)195.00/hr 2 hour
minimum
210.00/hr 2 hour
minimum
210.00/hr 2 hour
minimum
210.00/hr 2 hour
minimum
Fire Safety Standby (one employee, no fire apparatus) 75.00/hr 100.00/hr 100.00/hr 100.00/hr
Provide Emergency Services at planned event without Ambulance 75.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
100.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
100.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
100.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
Ambulance (2 employees + ambulance)125.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
140.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
140.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
140.00 per hour 2
hour minimum
AMBULANCE DIVISION
Basic Life Support, non-emergency transport, plus mileage (one way) 504.00 520.00 560.00 560.00
Basic Life Support emergency transport, plus mileage(one way) 807.00 832.00 896.00 896.00
Advanced Life Support 1, non-emergency transport plus mileage (one way) 605.00 624.00 672.00 672.00
Advanced Life Support Level 1 emergency transport, plus mileage (one way) 958.00 988.00 1,064.00 1,064.00
Advanced Life Support Level 2, emergency transport, plus mileage (one way) 1386.00 1430.00 1,540.00 1,540.00
Advanced Life Support emergency service, treatment given but no transport;
plus supplies 365.00 400.00 400.00 400.00
Additional Attendant 221.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Specialty Care Transport N/A N/A N/A N/A
Mileage Fee, per patient mile 17.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Lift Assist call to Care Facility 85.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Transportation for Flight Crew from Airport to Hospital and Back 300.00 Per Round
Trip
350.00 Per Round
Trip
350.00 Per Round
Trip
350.00 Per Round
Trip
The Fire Chief is authorized to negotiate ambulance fees based on insurance
agreements, medicare and medicaid maximum allowable charges or when its in
the best interest of the City.
Mayor and Council have established fees for certain medical supplies used for
ambulance calls based on prices currently charged by Saint Francis Medical
Center. The Fire Chief is authorized to adjust prices and add or delete products
as necessary.
PARAMEDIC SERVICE RATES
Oxygen 53.00 59.00 59.00 59.00
O.B. Kits 17.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Splints (air and/or hare traction) 22.00 26.00 26.00 26.00
Spinal Immobilization 86.00 95.00 95.00 95.00
Advanced Airway 131.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
IV1 (if single IV is started) 51.00 56.00 56.00 56.00
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IV2 (multiple IV's started) 86.00 95.00 95.00 95.00
Bandages 12.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Combo Pad 46.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Resq Pod N/A N/A N/A N/A
Bone drill 110.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Suction 12.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
LIBRARY
Overdue charge on Library Materials (per item per day).15 Juvenile .30
Adult
.15 Juvenile .30
Adult
.15 Juvenile .30
Adult
.15 Juvenile .30
Adult
Interlibrary loan per item (plus includes postage) 2.00 3.50 3.50 3.50
Photocopy/Computer Print (mono, 8 1/2"x11" or 14") 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10
Photocopy/Computer Print (mono, 11"x17") 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25
Photocopy/Computer Print (color, 8 1/2"x11") 0.75 0.75 0.75 0.75
Photocopy/Computer Print (color, 8 1/2"x14") 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Photocopy/Computer Print (color, 11"x17") 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Microform Reader-printer copy 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
Replacement Fee for Lost ID Card 1.00/card 1.00/card 1.00/card 1.00/card
Processing Fee for Lost Material Replacement Cost Replacement Cost Replacement Cost Replacement Cost
FAX Services
Outgoing - Staff assisted - U.S. only 1st page 3.00 1st page 3.00 1st page 3.00 1st page 3.00
Additional pages
1.50
Additional pages
1.50
Additional pages
1.50
Additional pages
1.50
Incoming - Staff assisted 1st page 2.00 1st page 2.00 1st page 2.00 1st page 2.00
additional pages
1.00
Additional pages
1.00
Additional pages
1.00
Additional pages
1.00
Outgoing - Self service (Credit/Debit) - U.S. 1st page 1.75 1st page 1.75 1st page 1.75 1st page 1.75
additional pages
1.00
Additional pages
1.00
Additional pages
1.00
Additional pages
1.00
Outgoing - Self service (Credit/Debit) - International 1st page 3.95 1st page 3.95 1st page 3.95 1st page 3.95
Additional pages
3.45
Additional pages
3.45
Additional pages
3.45
Additional pages
3.45
Non-Resident Annual Card Fee 40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00
Non Resident 3 Month Card Fee 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Purchase of computer thumb drive 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Purchase of computer headphones 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Makerspace Non-Program Library Supplies
3-D Printer filament (per gram)0.10 0.10 0.10
Cricut Machine library-supplied 8 1/2"x11" paper (per sheet) 0.10 0.10 0.10
Cricut Machine library-supplied 8 1/2"x11" card stock (per sheet) 0.30 0.30 0.30
Thermal Laminating (per pouch)
Bookmark/Index/ID Card 0.15 0.15 0.15
Letter size 0.20 0.20 0.20
Legal size 0.40 0.40 0.40
Button Maker (per button)
Small (1")0.10 0.10 0.10
Large (2.25")0.15 0.15 0.15
Plotter/Large Format Printer/Vinyl Cutter (per foot) 2.50 2.50 2.50
Cork - 4" round or square 0.45 0.45 0.45
Glassware 1.50 1.50 1.50
Wood - 1/8" thick
8” x 8”1.00 1.00 1.00
10" x 10"1.15 1.15 1.15
12" x 12"1.50 1.50 1.50
Wood - 1/4" thick
12" x 12"2.50 2.50 2.50
Sublimation Blanks
Hardboard Tiles (4.25" x 4.25")1.50 1.50
Coasters (4" x 4")1.25 1.25
Keychain (2.5" round)1.25 1.25
Badge Size 1.00 1.00
Ornament 3.00 3.00
License Plate 5.00
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
CEMETERY DIVISION
Open/Close Grave (per burial) **oversize vault - add $150.00**155.00
Urn Vault over 16" x 16" - Add $50.00 55.00
Adult 750.00 800.00 850.00 900.00
Child 310.00 325.00 350.00 375.00
Ashes 260.00 275.00 300.00 350.00
Columbarium 205.00 225.00 250.00 260.00
Saturday Open/Close (per burial)
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Adult 850.00 900.00 1,000.00 1050.00
Child 350.00 375.00 400.00 450.00
Ashes 300.00 375.00 400.00 450.00
Columbarium 235.00 250.00 250.00 275.00
Burial Space
One 750.00 800.00 850.00 900.00
Two 1500.00 1600.00 1,700.00 1800.00
One-Half Lot (4 or 5 spaces) 3000.00 3200.00 3,400.00 3600.00
Full Lot (8 or 10 spaces) 6000.00 6400.00 6,800.00 7200.00
Babyland 155.00 160.00 175.00 180.00
Cremation Space - Section J 350.00 400.00 450.00 475.00
Transfer Deed (each new deed) 50.00 60.00 70.00 75.00
Columbarium 12x12 Niche - Single 625.00 650.00 700.00 725.00
Columbarium 12x12 Niche - Double 825.00 850.00 900.00 925.00
Columbarium Emblem Engraving (NEW) 25.00 25.00 30.00
Burial Space w/flat markers in Section J
One 625.00 650.00 700.00 750.00
Two 1250.00 1300.00 1,400.00 1500.00
One-half lot (4-5 spaces) 2500.00 2600.00 2,800.00 3000.00
Full lot (8-10 spaces) 5000.00 5200.00 5,600.00 6000.00
Cremation Space 325.00 400.00 450.00 475.00
Headstone Flagging Fee 35.00 40.00 40.00 50.00
RECREATION DIVISION
The Parks and Recreation Director shall establish fees for miscellaneous
merchandise sales, tournament and league play and special events and
promotions
Volleyball Program
Sports League/Tournaments - Per Team $100.00 - 650.00
per session
$125.00 - 650.00
per session
$125.00 - 650.00
per session 125.00-675.00
***Volleyball, Basketball and Flag Football program and tournament fees
determined by the number of teams signed up to play.
Playground & miscellaneous Programs & camps 0-100.00 5.00-100.00 5.00-100.00 5.00-125.00
Kinder camp & Playground Pals 10.00 per
participant
12.00 per
participant
12.00 per
participant
12.00 per
participant
Authorized Provider Red Cross Courses $25 - $200 $30 - $200 $30 - $200 30.00-225.00
Stolley Park Picnic Shelter (1/2 day) 30.00 30.00 30.00 35.00
Stolley Park Picnic Shelter (all day) 60.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
Stolley Park Kitchen (1/2 day) 30.00 30.00 30.00 35.00
Stolley Park Kitchen (all day) 60.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
Athletic Field Rental (per field) 50.00 55.00 55.00 55.00
Athletic Field Preparation (1 time) per field 50.00 55.00 55.00 55.00
Athletic Field Preparation Additional services per field 25.00-200.00 30.00-200.00 30.00-200.00 30.00-300.00
Youth league per field per day 15.00 15.00 15.00 16.00
Adult/Select team league per field per day 35.00 35.00 35.00 37.00
Online reservation practice time per field 10.00/hour 12.00/hour 12.00/hour 12.00/hour
Soccer Recreational League Field Setup Fee per field 90.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Soccer Select and Adult League Field Setup Fee per field 150.00 165.00 165.00 165.00
AQUATICS
The Parks and Recreation Director shall establish fees for miscellaneous
merchandise sales, tournament and league play and special events and
promotions
Lincoln Pool
Daily Fees - ages 4 & under w/paying adult Free Free Free Free
Daily Fees - ages 5 to 15 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.50
Daily Fees - ages 16 to 54 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.50
Daily Fees - ages 55 & Over 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.50
Lincoln Swimming Lessons per person/per session 30.00 35.00 35.00 35.00
Season Passes
Ages 4 and under free Free Free Free
Youth ages 5-15 40.00 45.00 45.00 45.00
Adult ages 16-54 50.00 55.00 55.00 55.00
Senior age 55+ 40.00 45.00 45.00 45.00
Single parent family 90.00 95.00 95.00 95.00
Family 115.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Private Pool Rental 150.00 per hour 175.00 per hour 175.00 per hour 175.00 per hour
WATER PARK
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Locker/Life Jacket Rental
2.00/daily 3.00
deposit or driver's
license
3.00/daily 2.00
deposit or driver's
license
3.00/daily 2.00
deposit or driver's
license
3.00/daily 2.00
deposit or driver's
license
Inner Tube Rental - Single 3.00/daily 1.00
deposit
4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
Inner Tube Rental - Double 4.00/daily 1.00
deposit
5.00/daily 1.00
deposit
5.00/daily 1.00
deposit
5.00/daily 1.00
deposit
Daily Fees
Children age 4 & under w/paying adult Free Free Free Free
Children ages 5 to 15 7.00 8.00 8.00 8.00
Adults ages 16 to 54 8.00 9.00 9.00 9.00
Adults age 55 and over 7.00 8.00 8.00 8.00
Family One Day Pass (Family includes two adults and up to four children) 24.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Season Passes
Children ages 5 to 15 75.00 80.00 80.00 80.00
Adults ages 16 to 54 85.00 90.00 90.00 90.00
Adults age 55 and over 75.00 80.00 80.00 80.00
Husband or Wife and Family 160.00 170.00 170.00 170.00
Family 190.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Replace Season Pass 5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Gold Season Passes
Children ages 5 - 15 95.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Adults age 16 to 54 105.00 110.00 110.00 110.00
Adults age 55 and over 95.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Husband or Wife and Family 200.00 210.00 210.00 210.00
Family 235.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Group Fees - Age Group
10-29 people 5 to 15 6.75 7.00 7.00 7.00
10-29 people 16 to 54 7.75 8.00 8.00 8.00
10-29 people 55 and over 6.75 7.00 7.00 7.00
30-59 people 5 to 15 6.50 6.75 6.75 6.75
30-59 people 16 to 54 7.50 8.00 8.00 8.00
30-59 people 55 and over 6.50 6.75 6.75 6.75
60+ people 5 to 15 6.25 6.50 6.50 6.50
60+ people 16 to 54 7.25 7.50 7.50 7.50
60+ people 55 and over 6.25 6.50 6.50 6.50
Consignment Program - Island Oasis
Age 5-15 5.50 5.75 5.75 5.75
Age 16-55 6.50 6.75 6.75 6.75
55 - Over 5.50 5.75 5.75 5.75
Family 22.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Pool Rental
475.00/1 hr
includes use of
inner tubes
500.00/1 hr
includes use of
inner tubes
500.00/1 hr
includes use of
inner tubes
500.00/1 hr includes
use of inner tubes
All day facility rental 12:00 - 9:00 pm 15000.00 15000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00
Swimming Lessons 30.00 per session 35.00 per session 35.00 per session 35.00 per session
Souvenir Stand items 1.00-20.00 2.00-20.00 2.00-20.00 2.00-20.00
Concession Stand Items .50-15.00 1.00-15.00 1.00-15.00 1.00-15.00
GOLF COURSE
The Parks and Recreation Director Landscapes Golf Management shall
establish fees for miscellaneous merchandise sales, tournament and league play
and special events and promotions.
Weekday Golfing
Seniors 55 and older (weekdays & after 1:00 on weekends)
9 holes - Seniors 55 and older 14.00 14.50 14.50 15.50
18 holes - Seniors 55 and older 20.50 21.50 21.50 23.00
9 holes 16.00 16.50 16.50 17.50
Additional 9 holes (after 18 holes) 6.50 7.00 7.00 10.00
18 holes 23.50 23.50 25.00
Junior Golf-9 holes 11.00 11.50 11.50 12.50
Junior Golf-18 holes 17.50 18.50 18.50 20.00
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9 holes weekend/holidays 18.50 19.00 19.00 21.00
18 holes weekend/holidays 25.00 26.00 26.00 28.00
Ages 10-15 and under with a paying adult 2.80 5.00 5.00 10.00
Ages 6-9 with a paying adult 5.00
Under age 6 with a paying adult FREE
9 Hole Twilight Rate w/cart 15.00 18.00 18.00 19.00
Passes (annual) Purchased from December 1 through January 31
Adult Seven Day 530.00 550.00 550.00 585.00
Additional Family Member 233.00 245.00 245.00 260.00
Family Pass 762.00 775.00 775.00 820.00
Adult Five Day Pass (Mon-Fri only) 400.00 425.00 425.00 445.00
Junior/Student 7 day pass includes full time college students 192.00 205.00 205.00 220.00
Senior 7 Day Pass (55 & Older) 333.00 350.00 350.00 380.00
Golf Car Pass, per rider 515.00 535.00 535.00 560.00
Passes (annual) Purchased from February 1 through June 30
Adult Seven Day 590.00 610.00 610.00 650.00
Additional Family Member 260.00 270.00 270.00 290.00
Family Pass 849.00 880.00 880.00 900.00
Adult Five Day Pass (Mon-Fri only) 443.00 465.00 465.00 495.00
Junior/Student 7 day pass includes full time college students 209.00 220.00 220.00 240.00
Senior 7 Day Pass (55 & Older) 366.00 385.00 385.00 425.00
Golf Car Pass, per rider 515.00 535.00 535.00 560.00
Passes (annual) Purchased from July 1 through November 30
Adult Seven Day 295.00 305.00 305.00 325.00
Additional Family Member 130.00 135.00 135.00 145.00
Family Pass 424.00 440.00 440.00 450.00
Adult Five Day Pass (Mon-Fri only) 222.00 235.00 232.50 247.50
Junior/Student 7 day pass includes full time college students 117.00 125.00 110.00 120.00
Senior 7 Day Pass (55 & Older) 195.00 205.00 192.50 212.50
Golf Car Pass, per rider 258.00 270.00 267.50 280.00
Capital Maintenance Daily Access Fee (included in daily green fee)(collected
from each player per round played by an individual possessing a season pass)2.80 3.26 3.26 3.72
Range
Adult Annual Range Pass*150.00 225.00
Family Range Pass (In Household)200.00 300.00
Youth Range Pass (18 & Under)100.00 150.00
*Discount for Season Passholder 10%
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Cart Rental
9 holes, per rider 11.00 11.50 11.50 12.00
18 holes, per rider 16.00 16.50 16.50 17.00
Golf Cart Punch Cards - 9 holes (increase punches from 17 to 20) 2022 Only
Expires 12/31/2022 135.00 140.00 140.00 175.00
Golf Cart Punch Cards - 18 holes (increase punches from 17 to 20) 2022 Only
Expires 12/31/2022 211.00 220.00 220.00 275.00
Ages 15 and under with paying adult No Cost No Cost No Cost 5.00
Golf Outings*
Outing Weekday Fee - Includes Golf & Cart 34.00 37.00
Outing Weekend Fee - Includes Golf & Cart 39.00 42.00
*Discounts may be offered for non-peak hours or group size
Group Fees/Discount Booklets
25 - Rounds 460.00 475.00 475.00
50 - Rounds 865.00 900.00 900.00
Green Fee Discounts for large groups
25-49 people 5% 5.0% 10%
50-100 people 10% 10.0% 15%
Over 100 people 15% 15.0% 20%
HEARTLAND PUBLIC SHOOTING PARK
The Parks & Recreation Director shall establish fees for miscellaneous
merchandise sales, tournament and league play and special events and
promotions.
Archery (Adult) Practice range 7.50 7.75 7.75 7.75
Archery (Youth) Practice range 5.00 5.25 5.25 5.25
Archery (Adult) 3D Short Course 15.00 15.50 15.50 15.50
Archery (Youth) 3D Short Course 8.00 9.00 9.00 9.00
Archery Punch Card: 6 visits short course 75.00 80.00 80.00 80.00
Adult Skeet/trap per round (25 targets/round) 6.75 7.00 7.00 7.00
Skeet/Trap - Youth Rate (age 18 & under) 5.25 5.50 5.50 5.50
Skeet/Trap Punch Card rate - 12 rounds @ 6.67/round 75.75 78.75 78.75 78.75
Adult Sporting Clays per round (50 targets/round) 19.00 19.50 19.50 19.50
Adult Sporting Clays per round (100 targets/round) 34.50 35.50 35.50 35.50
Sporting Clays - Punch Card rate - 6 rounds @ 18.33/round 103.00 106.00 106.00 106.00
Youth Sporting Clays per round (50 target/round) 14.00 14.50 14.50 14.50
Youth Sporting Clays per round (100 target/round) 28.00 29.00 29.00 29.00
Counters - Trap/Skeet (per target) 0.21 0.25 0.25 0.25
Counters - Sporting clays (per target) 0.31 0.32 0.32 0.32
Adults 5 Stand per round (25 targets/round) 7.50 7.75 7.75 7.75
Youth 5 Stand per round (25 targets/round) 5.50 5.75 5.75 5.75
Daily fee Rifle/Handgun Adult per day 15.00 16.00 16.00 16.00
Daily fee Rifle/Handgun Youth 7.50 8.00 8.00 8.00
Family Pass Rifle/Handgun (12 months) 195.00 200.00 200.00 200.00
Rifle Range Rental w/o RSO (Law Enforcement per day) 105.00 110.00 115.00 115.00
Rifle Range Rental with RSO (Law Enforcement per day) 210.00 220.00 225.00 225.00
Rifle Range Rental w/o RSO (Business Rate per day) 525.00 550.00 550.00 550.00
Rifle Range Rental with RSO (Business Rate per day) 630.00 655.00 655.00 655.00
Golf Cart Rental per round (per rider) 7.00 8.00 8.00 8.00
Golf Cart Rental per half day 25.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Golf Cart Rental per day (4 rider limit) 50.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
Range time for Instructors with staff 5 per student minimum charge 21.00 22.00 25.00 25.00
Range time for Instructors without staff per student with no minimum 15.75 16.00 16.00 16.00
Classroom Rental (Shooting Sports Educational per day) 105.00 110.00 110.00 110.00
Classroom Rental (Business Rate per day) 210.00 225.00 225.00 225.00
Classroom Rental with associated shooting event N/C N/C N/C N/C
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Camping with electricity/water (per night) 35.00 37.00 37.00 37.00
Camping during events (per night) 45.00 47.00 47.00 47.00
Camping for Youth no water/electricty (per night) 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Camping no water/electricity (per night) 10.00 12.50 12.50 12.50
Off hours Law enforcement training (annual) 1785.00 1850.00 1,950.00 1,950.00
High School team practice (per target) 0.15 0.16 0.17 0.17
**HPSP reserves the right to adjust trap, skeet and sporting clay fee's in
relation to clay target costs**
Stolley Park Train
Individual Rates
Ages 2 and under w/paying adult Free Free Free Free
Single rider (4 and over) 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
10 Ride Punch Card 17.50 20.00 20.00 20.00
25 Ride Punch Card 37.50 50.00 50.00 50.00
50 Ride Punch Card 62.50 75.00 75.00 75.00
Unlimited rides 100.00/hour 150.00/hour 150.00/hour 150.00/hour
Community Fieldhouse
Admission & Rental Prices
Drop In:
Children under 2 Free Free Free Free
Children (2-4)2.00 2.25 2.50 2.50
Youth (5-15) & Seniors (55 & older) 4.00 5.00 5.50 5.50
Adults (16-54)6.00 6.25 6.50 6.50
Student Pass Discount (Ages 16 and over w/student ID) 5.00 5.25 5.50 5.50
Rental (Hourly)
Full Turf Field (Primary hours) 110.00 115.00 115.00 120.00
Full Turf Field (Non primary hours) M-F 2:00 pm-5:00 pm Sat 8:00 - 12:00 82.00 86.00 86.00 90.00
Full Turf Field Tournament (6 hour minimum) 72.00/hr 75.00/hr 75.00/hr 78.00
Half Turf Field (Primary hours) 60.00 65.00 65.00 68.00
Half Turf Field Tournament (6 hour minimum) 39.00/hr 41.00/hr 41.00/hr 44.00
Half Turf Field (Non primary hours) M-F 2:00 pm-5:00 pm Sat 8:00-12:00 45.00 47.00 47.00 50.00
Basketball Court (Primary hours) 30.00 32.00 32.00 32.00
Basketball Court (Non primary hours) M-F 2:00 pm-5:00 pm Sat 8:00-12:00 22.00 23.00 23.00 23.00
Basketball Court Tournament (6 hour minimum) 19.00/hr 20.00 20.00 20.00
Volleyball Court (Primary hours) 20.00 22.00 22.00 22.00
Volleyball Court (Non primary hours) M-F 2:00 pm-5:00 pm Sat 8:00-12:00 15.00 17.00 17.00 17.00
Volleyball Court Tournament (6 hour minimum) 13.00/hr 15.00/hr 15.00/hr 15.00/hr
Batting Cage Rental
Hour 25.00 28.00 28.00 28.00
League Fees:
Per Individual Leagues 15.00-120.00 20.00-125.00 20.00-125.00 20.00-150.00
Per Team Leagues 100.00-650.00 110.00-650.00 110.00-650.00 110.0-700.00
Small meeting room 15.00/hr 17.50/hr 17.50/hr 20.0
Kitchen/large room 30.00/hour 32.00/hr 32.00/hr 35.0
Birthday Party pkg #1: Half field rental/room rental, up to 20 children ($3.00 per
additional child)80.00-250.00 84.00-260.00 84.00-260.00 84.00-300.00
Bouncer rental 20.00/hour 22.00/hour 22.00/hour 25.00
Facility rental (before or after hours) 150.00/hour 165.00/hour 165.00/hour 175.00
Overnight Lock in Package 600.00 630.00 630.00 650.00
Clinics/camps/tournaments 10.00 - 600.00 15.00-625.00 15.00-625.00 15.00-650.00
Season Passes for Fieldhouse (October thru April)
Toddler Pass (ages 2-4) 46.00 48.00 48.00 48.00
Youth Pass (5-15) 70.00 73.00 73.00 73.00
Student Pass (Ages 16 and over w/student ID) 92.00 96.00 96.00 96.00
Adult Pass (16-54) 115.00 120.00 120.00 120.00
Senior (55+)70.00 73.00 73.00 73.00
Season Passes for Fieldhouse (January thru April)
Toddler Pass (ages 2-4) 29.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Youth Pass (ages 5-15) 41.00 43.00 43.00 43.00
Student Pass (ages 16 and over w/student ID) 52.00 54.00 54.00 54.00
Adult Pass (ages 16-54) 64.00 67.00 67.00 67.00
Senior (55+)41.00 43.00 43.00 43.00
10 Visit Punch Card
Toddler (age 2-4) with supervising adult Free Free Free Free
Youth (age 5-15) 35.00 37.00 37.00 37.00
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Student (ages 16 and over w/student ID) 45.00 47.00 47.00 47.00
Adult (ages 16-54) 55.00 58.00 58.00 58.00
Senior (age 55+) 35.00 37.00 37.00 37.00
PLANNING
Zoning
Zoning Map Amendment: Grand Island 850.00 850.00 900.00 900.00
Ordinance Amendment 850.00 850.00 900.00 900.00
CD, RD, TD Rezoning, Grand Island 850.00 850.00 900.00 900.00
Subdivisions
Preliminary Plat 400.00 plus
15.00/lot
450.00 plus
15.00/lot
450.00 plus
15.00/lot
450.00 plus
15.00/lot
Final Plat - Administrative Approval
Grand Island 50.00 55.00 55.00 55.00
Final Plat
Grand Island Jurisdiction 420.00 plus
10.00/lot
470.00 plus
10.00/lot
470.00 plus
10.00/lot
470.00 plus
10.00/lot
Vacation of Plat 250.00 275.00 275.00 300.00
Comprehensive Plan
Map Amendment 850.00 850.00 900.00 900.00
Text Amendment 850.00 850.00 900.00 900.00
Publications
Grand Island Street Directory 15.00 18.00 20.00 20.00
Comprehensive Plan
Grand Island 85.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Other Municipalities 60.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Zoning Ordinances
Grand Island 30.00 35.00 35.00 40.00
Other Municipalities 30.00 35.00 35.00 35.00
Subdivision regulations
Grand Island 30.00 35.00 35.00 40.00
Other Municipalities 30.00 35.00 35.00 35.00
Grand Island
800 Scale Zoning Map Unassembled 125.00 150.00 150.00 180.00
Generalized Zoning Map 60.00 75.00 75.00 80.00
Future Land Use Map 60.00 75.00 75.00 80.00
Grand Island Street Map 15.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Hall County
Zoning Map Generalized 60.00 75.00 75.00 80.00
Zoning Map 2" = 1 mile 90.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Road Map 15.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Wood River, Cairo, Doniphan, Alda
Basemap 10.00 15.00 15.00 20.00
Zoning Map 60.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Other Maps
School District Maps 60.00 75.00 75.00 80.00
Election District Maps 60.00 75.00 75.00 80.00
Fire District Maps 60.00 75.00 75.00 80.00
Custom Printed Maps 15.00/sq ft in 20.00/sq ft in 20.00/sq ft in 20.00/sq ft in
Electronic Publications
GIS Data CD 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Aerial Photograph CD (MrSID Format) 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Comprehensive Plans All Jurisdictions 100.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Zoning and Subdivision Regulations All Jurisdictions 50.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Custom PDF Map 25.00/ 1/2 hr 30.00/ 1/2 hr 30.00/ 1/2 hr 30.00/ 1/2 hr
Research & Documentation Fee 150.00/hr Minimum
2 hr
175.00/hr Minimum
2 hr
200.00/hr
Minimum 2 hr
200.00/hr
Minimum 2 hr
Flood Plain
Letter of Map Interpretation 20.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Review and Submission of LOMR 50.00 60.00 60.00 60.00
PACE Funding Level and Fees ($250,000 minimum, no maximum)
Application Fee 1,000.00 1,000.00
Administrative Fee 1% of loan not to
exceed $40,000
1% of loan not to
exceed $40,000
Annual Fee 1,000.00 1,000.00
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Copy of Public Record Reports/Walk in
3.00/1-5 pages,
1.00 each add'l 5
pages in 5 page
increments
$5.00 per report up
to 10 pages, then
$1 each add'l 5
pages in 5 page
increments
$5.00 per report
up to 10 pages,
then $1 each add'l
5 pages in 5 page
increments
$5.00 per report up
to 10 pages, then
$1 each add'l 5
pages in 5 page
increments
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Copy of Public Record Reports/Mail or Fax
5.00/1-5 pages,
1.00 for each add'l
5 pages in 5 page
increments
$10.00 per report
up to 10 pages,
then $1 each add'l
5 pages in 5 page
increments
$10.00 per report
up to 10 pages,
then $1 each add'l
5 pages in 5 page
increments
$10.00 per report up
to 10 pages, then
$1 each add'l 5
pages in 5 page
increments
Copy of Complete Records Mail/Fax/Email
5.00/ 1-5 pages,
1.00 for each add'l
5 pages in 5 page
increments
$10.00 per report
up to 10 pages,
then $1 each add'l
5 pages in 5 page
increments
$10.00 per report
up to 10 pages,
then $1 each add'l
5 pages in 5 page
increments
$10.00 per report up
to 10 pages, then
$1 each add'l 5
pages in 5 page
increments
Firearms Permit 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Towing Fee - Day Actual Cost Actual Cost Actual Cost Actual Cost
Towing Fee - Night Actual Cost Actual Cost Actual Cost Actual Cost
Impoundment Fee for TOWED Vehicle 30.00 35.00 35.00 35.00
Storage Fee for Impounded Vehicle (per day) 11.00 12.00 12.00 12.00
Alcohol Test for DUI (each time) 149.15 149.15 149.15 150.00
Solicitor's Permit (30 day permit) 25.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Solicitor's Permit - Application Fee (Nonrefundable) 25.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Street Vendor's Permit - Application Fee (Nonrefundable) 25.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Street Vendor's Permit - 30 days 25.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Street Vendor's Permit - 90 days 60.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Street Vendor's Permit - 365 days 200.00 250.00 250.00 250.00
Traffic Control Request for House/Building Move within City Limits of Grand
Island
Overtime Retail Rate
for each Officer
involved, 2 hr
minimum
Overtime Retail Rate
for each Officer
involved, 2 hr
minimum
Overtime Retail
Rate for each
Officer involved, 2
hr minimum
Overtime Retail
Rate for each
Officer involved, 2
hr minimum
Parking Ramp Permit Fees:
Lower Level: "Reserved Monthly" 25.00/month 30.00/month 30.00/month 30.00/month
Middle & Upper levels: "Reserved Monthly" 15.00/month Free Free Free
Downtown Metered Parking 20.00 per 120 to
180 minutes
20.00 per 120 to
180 minutes
20.00 per 120 to
180 minutes
20.00 per 120 to
180 minutes
Additional 60 minutes or fraction thereof 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Downtown Express Zone Parking 25.00 per 21 to 40
minutes
25.00 per 21 to 40
minutes
25.00 per 21 to 40
minutes
25.00 per 21 to 40
minutes
Additional 20 minutes or fraction thereof 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Police Issued Parking Tickets (tickets issued away from downtown) 20.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Vehicle Auction Bid Fee (per event) 10.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Photographs-Video/E-mail 10.00 15.00 15.00 15.00
Photographs-Video/CD 15.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
ENGINEERING
Cut and/or Opening Permit 20.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Sidewalk and/or Driveway permit 20.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Sewer Tap Permit (Breakdown: PW 30.60, Building 59.40) 85.00 90.00 90.00 90.00
GIS CD Aerial photos on CD or DVD 50.00 55.00 55.00 55.00
s.f. Mylar Sepia 2.25 2.50 2.50 2.50
Traffic Count Map 10.00 12.00 12.00 12.00
Aerial Photos - Individuals, businesses and consultants working for profit 3.50/sq. ft. 3.75/sq. ft. 3.75/sq. ft. 3.75/sq. ft.
Aerial Photos - City Depts, Hall County Depts, other non-profit organizations .50/sf .75/sf .75/sf .75/sf
Directory Map Planning sells Planning sells Planning sells Planning sells
Quarter Section or any part thereof 5.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Photo Mosaic (dependent upon number of sections) Minimum of two (2) 15.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
License Agreement Application (Non-refundable) 175.00 185.00 185.00 185.00
License Agreement Appeal 100.00 105.00 105.00 105.00
Sanitary Sewer Engineering Plan Review 1% of project cost 1% of project cost 1% of project cost 1% of project cost
Storm Sewer Engineering Plan Review (if no paving in project) 1% of project cost 1% of project cost 1% of project cost 1% of project cost
Paving ermit and Plan Review Fee 0.15% of project
cost
0.20% of project
cost
0.20% of project
cost
0.50% of project
cost
Large copy prints (minimum $3.00 charge) 1.00/sf 1.00/sf 1.00/sf 1.00/sf
Application for vacation of Right-of-Way or Easement (Non-refundable) 175.00 185.00 185.00 185.00
Investigation Fee (per Section 30-28 & 32-52 of City Code) 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00
Late Charge (payment not received within 30 days) 35.00 35.00 35.00 35.00
TRANSIT DIVISION - NEW
One-Way Trip (collected by Crane contractor) 2.00 2.00 2.00
STREETS DIVISION
Pavement cut (sawed), whether bituminous or concrete 5.50/lf + 30.00
callout
6.50/lf + 30.00
callout
6.50/lf + 35.00
callout
6.50/lf + 40.00
callout
Curb section milling for driveways 9.00/lf + 40.00
callout & permits
10.00/lf + 40.00
callout & permits
10.00/lf + 45.00
callout & permits
10.00/lf + 45.00
callout & permits
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Block party closure (waived for "National Night Out") 75.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Public Event Closure- per day/event 75.00 75.00 75.00 75.00
Rolloff/Shipping Container Placement in Public Right-of-Way 25.00 per week, or
any part thereof
25.00/week or any
part thereof
25.00/week or any
part thereof
25.00/week or any
part thereof
Storm Sewer Cleaning 250.00/hr 275.00/hr 275.00/hr 275.00/hr
WASTEWATER TREATMENT (as Approved by Ordinance)
Sewer Tap Permit (See engineering fees)see Engineering
Fees
see Engineering
Fees
Unauthorized connections/re-connections 375.00 400.00 400.00 400.00
Sewer Service Charge per month 8.24 8.24 8.24 8.24
Monthly sewer bill for customers without metered water usage 30.00 30.00 30.00 30.00
Monthly sewer bill for commercial/industrial customers without metered City
water (cost per 100 cubic feet of sewage flow)3.52 3.64 3.77 3.88
TV Inspection of Sanitary Sewer (minimum $100.00 charge)1.25/ft 1.30/ft 1.30/ft 1.30/ft
-Televising Equipment 200.00/hr 210.00/hr 210.00 210.00
-Sanitary Sewer Collection Crew (2 employees) 80.00/hr 85.00/hr 85.00/hr 85.00/hr
Sewer Cleaning 250.00/hr 275.00/hr 275.00/hr 275.00/hr
SEPTIC TANK CHARGES
Charges for Septic Tank Sludge minimum fee 8.40 8.40 8.40 8.40
Charges for Septic Tank Sludge per 100 gallons 7.40 7.40 7.40 7.40
Charges for High Strength Septic Sludge per 1,000 gallons 420.00 420.00 420.00 420.00
New Septic Wastewater Haulers Deposit 500.00 500.00 500.00
FLOW CHARGES (Changes effective 1-1-2012) *
Cost per 100 Cubic feet of Flow (customers discharging directly into City's
Treatment Plant)1.1800 1.1900 1.21 1.22
Cost per 100 Cubic feet of Flow (customers using City's collection system) 3.5200 3.6400 3.77 3.88
Cost per 100 Cubic feet of Flow (low strength customers using City's collection
system)2.4700 2.6700 2.80 2.91
Non-resident wastewater customers shall be charged 120% of the above flow
charges 120% 120% 150%120%
INDUSTRIAL WASTE SURCHARGES
BOD Charge $/lb over 250 mg/l 0.3248 0.3248 0.3248 0.3248
SS Charge $/lb over 250 mg/l 0.2177 0.2177 0.2177 0.2177
Oil & Grease $/lb over 100 mg/l 0.1519 0.1908 0.1956 0.2000
Total Nitrogen $/lb over 25 mg/l 0.8900 0.8866 0.9065
BULK INDUSTRIAL WASTE DISCHARGE (per gallon) [negotiated]0.062 0.062 0.0620 0.0620
SUMP PUMP WASTE DISPOSAL (per gallon)0.19 0.19 0.19 0.21
LABORATORY ANALYSIS
BOD 40.00 42.50 42.50 42.50
CBOD 40.00 42.50 42.50 42.50
Chloride 15.00 16.00 16.00 16.00
Conductivity 9.24 9.75 9.75 9.75
Nitrogen, Ammonia 12.00 12.75 12.75 12.75
Nitrogen, TKN 26.00 27.50 27.50 27.50
Oil and Grease 75.00 80.00 80.00 80.00
pH 10.00 10.50 10.50 10.50
Total Suspended Solids 24.64 26.50 26.50 26.50
Alkalinity 12.32 13.25 13.25 13.25
Chlorine, Free 12.32 13.25 13.25 13.25
COD 55.44 60.00 60.00 60.00
Nitrogen, Nitrate 24.64 26.75 26.75 26.75
Phosphorus, Total 24.64 26.75 26.75 26.75
SAMPLE COLLECTION FEE 40.00 42.50 42.50 42.50
LOW STRENGTH INDUSTRIAL SERVICE FOUR-PART CHARGES
BOD Charge $/lb over 0 mg/l 0.3248 0.3248 0.3248 0.3248
SS Charge $/lb over 0 mg/l 0.2177 0.2177 0.2177 0.2177
Oil & Grease $/lb over 0 mg/l 0.1519 0.1908 0.1956 0.2000
Total Nitrogen $/lb over 30 mg/l 0 mg/l 0.8900 0.8866 0.9065
EXCESSIVE POLLUTANT PENALTY
If a person discharges amounts of permissible pollutants in excess of the
amounts permitted in the discharge permit, a penalty of $1,000.00 per day of
violation shall be imposed and paid by the person discharging wastes in violation
of the permit
1,000.00 1,100.00 1,100.00 1,100.00
HYDROGEN SULFIDE CHARGES
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STORM WATER (billed based on water accounts) - Effective 4/1/2018
Residential 1.00/month 1.00/month 1.00/month 1.00/month
Commercial 5.00/month 5.00/month 5.00/month 5.00/month
Industrial 10.00/month 10.00/month 10.00/month 10.00/month
SOLID WASTE
Minimum Charge (Landfill) (up to 300 pounds) 5.00 5.00 5.00 10.00
Minimum Charge (Transfer Station) (up to 260 pounds) 5.00 5.00 5.00 10.00
Passenger tire 3.25/tire 4.00/tire 4.00/tire 4.00/tire
Passenger tire on rim 13.25/tire 15.00/tire 15.00/tire 15.00/tire
Truck tire 10.00/tire 10.00/tire 10.00/tire 10.00/tire
Truck tire on rim 25.00/tire 25.00/tire 25.00/tire 25.00/tire
Implement tire 25.00/tire 25.00/tire 25.00/tire 25.00/tire
Implement tire on rim 50.00/tire 50.00/tire 50.00/tire 50.00/tire
Special Waste (as designated by Superintendent)* Fee set by Superintendent
based on product received
Double the
applicable rate
Double the
applicable rate
Double the
applicable rate
Double the
applicable rate
Drive Off Fees 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Appliances 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00
Special Event Actual costs Actual costs Actual costs Actual costs
Solid Waste Charge Customers Deposit 250.00 250.00 250.00
LANDFILL SITE
Asbestos, contaminated soils and other wastes requiring special handling may
require Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality pre-approval and
notification to landfill.
General Refuse, solid waste (Residential Packer Truck) 29.46/ton 30.63/ton 30.63/ton 30.63/ton
General Refuse, solid waste-+ and demolition material (Commercial/Rolloffs) 33.43/ton 34.76/ton 34.76/ton 34.76/ton
Contaminated Soil 16.07/ton 16.71/ton 16.71/ton 16.71/ton
Street Sweepings 4.29/ton 4.46/ton 4.46/ton 4.46/ton
Liquid waste - sludge not accepted not accepted not accepted not accepted
Asbestos 91.05/ton 1 ton
minimum
94.69/ton 1 ton
minimum
94.69/ton 1 ton
minimum
94.69/ton 1 ton
minimum
Tails & by-products 36.85/ton 38.32/ton 38.32/ton 38.32/ton
Automotive Fluff 21.43/ton 21.43/ton 21.43/ton 21.43/ton
Late load fee 25.00/load 25.00/load 25.00/load 25.00/load
Set pricing for special projects with the approval of the Public Works
Director and City Administrator
TRANSFER STATION
General Refuse, solid waste (Residential Packer Truck) 31.98/ton 35.18/ton 37.02/ton 38.35/ton
General refuse, solid waste and demolition materials (Commercial/roll-offs and
small vehicles)39.74/ton 43.71/ton 46.00/ton 47.65/ton
COMPOST SITE
All materials received at the compost site shall be clean of trash and debris.
Plastic bags shall be removed by the hauler
Grand Island Primary Residential Dwellings - clean grass, leaves or other
compostable yard and garden waste, tree limbs/branches No Charge No Charge No Charge No Charge
Commercial Hauler Yard Waste - clean grass, leaves or other Compostable yard
and garden waste 39.74/ton 39.74/ton 39.74/ton 39.74/ton
Commercial Hauler - tree limbs/branches 39.74/ton 39.74/ton 39.74/ton 39.74/ton
Compost 10.00/cy 10.00/cy 10.00/cy 10.00/cy
Wood chips/mulch 3.00/cy 3.00/cy 3.00/cy 3.00/cy
UTILITY SERVICE FEES
Late Charge (payment not received prior to next billing)2.00/plus 1%
unpaid over 5.00
2.00/plus 1%
unpaid over 5.00 2.00/plus 1%
unpaid over 5.00
2.00/plus 1% unpaid
over 5.00
Return Check Charge 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Turn on Charge (electric and water; does not pertain to new connections/transfer
of service)50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Disconnect fee (electric and water for any reason) 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
Backflow Processing Fee 2.00/month 2.00/month 2.00/month 2.00/month
Temporary Commercial Electric Service 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
Service Charge (new connections, transfer service) 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Fire Sprinkler System Connection Fee 127.50/yr 127.50/yr 127.50/yr 130.00
Fire Hydrant Inspection Fee - per hydrant 127.50/yr 130.00
Temporary Water Meter on Fire Hydrant 100.00 125.00 125.00 130.00
Locate Stop Box 40.00 40.00 40.00 45.00
Pole Attachment Fee 6.00/yr 12.94/yr 12.94/yr 12.94/yr
Unauthorized connections/re-connections, meter tampering 375.00 375.00 375.00 375.00
Engineering Plan Review 1% Project Cost 1% Project Cost 1% Project Cost 1% Project Cost
Water Main Taps - 2" or less 125.00 125.00 125.00 125.00
Cholorination Charge 0.28/LF
Sampling & Testing Water Pipe 550.00/Sample Set
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-199
WHEREAS, the 2021-2022 budget process requires an update of the Fee
Schedule for numerous services that the City provides; and
WHEREAS, the 2021-2022 proposed Fee Schedule rates are listed in Exhibit A;
and
WHEREAS, the Fee Schedule rates are incorporated into the Fiscal Year 2021-
2022 Budget revenue numbers; and
WHEREAS, the City Council will be adopting the 2021-2022 Budget at the
September 14, 2021 meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the 2021-2022 proposed Fee Schedule
be accepted and adopted.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021
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Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item H-1
Consideration of Referring Blighted and Substandard Study for
Area #34 to the Regional Planning Commission (The Starostka
Group Unlimited)
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, Director Grand Island CRA
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Proposed Blighted and Substandard Area #34
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, Director Grand Island CRA
Background
Enclosed you will find a copy of a Substandard and Blight Study as prepared for The
Starostka Group Unlimited by Marvin Planning Consultants. This study is approximately
86.4 acres of property on west of Diers Avenue along the Claude Road corridor between
Faidley Avenue and State Street. The study as prepared and submitted indicates that this
property could be considered blighted and substandard. The full study is attached for your
review and consideration.
The Starostka Group Unlimited has submitted this study for the review and consideration
of the Grand Island City Council as permitted by Nebraska law. The decision on whether
to declare an area blighted and substandard is entirely within the jurisdiction of the City
Council with a recommendation from the Planning Commission. If the study is approved
it is anticipated that an application for Tax Increment Financing would follow.
The question before Council will be whether to send the study to the Planning
Commission for its review and feedback. If the item is not sent to the Planning
Commission, the Council cannot declare the area blighted and substandard. Planning
Commission will meet August 4, and would have a recommendation ready following that
meeting.
Once an area has been declared blighted and substandard, the CRA can accept
redevelopment proposals for the area. It is the intent of the applicants to develop their
property for residential purposes and design the development to accommodate the
extension of Claude Road between Faidley Avenue and State Street per the plans of the
Grand Island Public Works department.
Discussion
The action item tonight relates to the study for proposed CRA Area No. 34 in northwest
Grand Island as shown below. The study was prepared for 86.4 acres, all of which is in
the Grand Island City Limits.
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While practicing as Grand Island City Attorney, Jerry Janulewicz reviewed the Nebraska
Statutes and case law pertaining to the declaration of property as blighted and
substandard. His comments on this application are as follows:
The statutes which provide for the creation of a redevelopment area or redevelopment
project within a redevelopment area require the following procedure:
A request is made to the city council to declare an area to be substandard and
blighted and in need of development for purposes of enabling the creation of a
redevelopment area or a redevelopment project within a redevelopment area.
The city council submits the question of whether an area is substandard and
blighted to the planning commission for its review and recommendation prior to
making its declaration that an area is substandard and blighted.
The planning commission must hold a public hearing and submit its written
recommendations within 30 days holding a public hearing on the request.
Upon receipt of the recommendations from the planning commission the city
council may make its findings and declaration with respect to the property within
an area.
Unless the city council of the city in which such area is located has, by resolution
adopted after a public hearing with notice, declared such area to be a substandard
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and blighted area in need of redevelopment, the Community Redevelopment
Agency cannot prepare a redevelopment plan for a redevelopment project area.
Following a declaration that an area is substandard and blighted, the Community
Redevelopment Agency is authorized to prepare or cause to be prepared and
recommend redevelopment plans to the governing body of the city and to
undertake and carry out redevelopment projects within its area of operation and
may enter into contracts with redevelopers of property containing covenants,
restrictions, and conditions regarding the use of such property for residential,
commercial, industrial, or recreational purposes or for public purposes in
accordance with the redevelopment plan and such other covenants, restrictions,
and conditions as the authority may deem necessary to prevent a recurrence of
substandard and blighted areas or to effectuate the purposes of the Community
Development Law, and to provide grants, loans, or other means of financing to
public or private parties in order to accomplish the rehabilitation or
redevelopment in accordance with a redevelopment plan. Within the area of
operation of the Community Redevelopment Authority, the authority may
exercise its statutory powers with respect to the redevelopment project.
Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 18-2107; 18-2109.
As stated in Fitzke v. City of Hastings, 582 N.W.2d 301 (Neb. 1998):
A CRA is not authorized to prepare a redevelopment plan for a
redevelopment project area unless the governing body of the city first
enacts a resolution declaring such area to be “a substandard or blighted
area in need of redevelopment.” § 18–2109. After such a declaration has
been made and a redevelopment plan has been prepared and approved, a
CRA is authorized to enter into contracts with redevelopers of property
containing covenants, restrictions, and conditions regarding the use of
such property for residential, commercial, industrial, or recreational
purposes or for public purposes in accordance with the redevelopment
plan and such other covenants, restrictions, and conditions as the [CRA]
may deem necessary to prevent a recurrence of substandard or blighted
areas ... and to provide grants, loans, or other means of financing to public
or private parties in order to accomplish the rehabilitation or
redevelopment in accordance with a redevelopment plan.§ 18–2107(4).
The CRA may utilize tax increment financing to pay for redevelopment
projects undertaken pursuant to the CDL. § 18–2124.
“Under this statutory scheme, a private development project would be eligible for tax
increment financing only if it is included within an area which has previously been
declared blighted or substandard and is in furtherance of an existing redevelopment plan
for that area. The declaration of property as blighted or substandard is not simply a
formality which must be met in order to assist a private developer with tax increment
financing; it is the recognition of a specific public purpose which justifies the expenditure
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of public funds for redevelopment.”Fitzke, id, citing Monarch Chemical Works, Inc. v.
City of Omaha, 203 Neb. 33, 277 N.W.2d 423 (1979). The legislative intent underlying
the Community Development Law is the elimination of blighted and substandard areas
and to prevent the reoccurrence of blight through a cooperative effort of the public and
private sectors, not to aid private developers. Fitzke, id.
At this point, Council is only making a decision about whether to forward the study to the
Planning Commission for its recommendation or not. According to NRSS §18-2109, it is
clear that the Planning Commission must hold a public hearing and have the opportunity
to review the Blight Study prior to Council declaring the property substandard and
blighted. If Council wishes to consider a declaration of substandard and blight, State
Statute requires that the question of whether an area is substandard and blighted is
submitted to the Planning Commission for hearing, review and recommendation.
Blighted Area of the Community
The City of Grand Island, as a City of the First Class, is permitted to designate an area of
up to 35% of the municipal limits as blighted and substandard. As of July 7, 2021,
22.96% of the City has been declared blighted and substandard. Area 34 would add 86.4
acres to the total of blighted and substandard property and would, if approved, add 0.44%
to the total area declared blighted and substandard bringing the total to 23.40%. Area 33
is also subject to approval in the near future and is 210 and would add 1.08% to the total.
If both area 33 and 34 are approved the total percentage of Grand Island declared
blighted and substandard will be 24.8%.
It does not appear that the declaration of Area 34 would significantly impact the City’s
ability to declare other areas blighted and substandard.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to forward the Study to the Planning Commission for its
recommendation.
2.Move to not forward the Study to the Planning Commission for its
recommendation.
3.Refer the issue to a committee.
4.Postpone the issue to future date.
5.Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council move to forward the study to the
Planning Commission if Council wishes to consider the use of Tax Increment Financing
as a redevelopment tool for this property.
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Sample Motion
Move to forward the Study to the Planning Commission for their review and
recommendation.
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City of Grand Island, NE
Blight and Substandard Study
Area #34
June 2021
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PURPOSE OF THE BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD STUDY
The purpose of completing this Blight and Substandard study is to examine existing conditions
within Study Area 34 of the city of Grand Island. This study has been commissioned by the Starostka
Group Unlimited, Inc. in order to analyze the possibility of declaring the area as blighted and
substandard within this specific Study Area.
The City of Grand Island, when considering conditions of Blight and Substandard, will be looking
at those issues and definitions provided for in the Nebraska Community Redevelopment Law as
found in Chapter 18, Section 2104 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes, as follows:
“The governing body of a city, to the greatest extent it deems to be feasible in carrying
out the provisions of the Community Development Law, shall afford maximum
opportunity, consistent with the sound needs of the city as a whole, to the rehabilitation
or redevelopment of the community redevelopment area by private enterprises. The
governing body of a city shall give consideration to this objective in exercising its
powers under the Community Development Law, including the formulation of a
workable program, the approval of community redevelopment plans consistent with
the general plan for the development of the city, the exercise of its zoning powers, the
enforcement of other laws, codes, and regulations, relating to the use of land and the
use and occupancy of buildings and improvements, the disposition of any property
acquired, and the providing of necessary public improvements.”
The Nebraska Revised Statutes §18-2105 continues by granting authority to the governing body
for formulation of a workable program; disaster assistance; effect. The statute reads,
“The governing body of a city or an authority at its direction for the purposes of the
Community Development Law may formulate for the entire municipality a workable
program for utilizing appropriate private and public resources to eliminate or prevent
the development or spread of urban blight, to encourage needed urban
rehabilitation, to provide for the redevelopment of substandard and blighted areas, or
to undertake such of the aforesaid activities or other feasible municipal activities as
may be suitably employed to achieve the objectives of such workable program. Such
workable program may include, without limitation, provision for the prevention of the
spread of blight into areas of the municipality which are free from blight through
diligent enforcement of housing, zoning, and occupancy controls and standards; the
rehabilitation or conservation of substandard and blighted areas or portions thereof by
replanning, removing congestion, providing parks, playgrounds, and other public
improvements by encouraging voluntary rehabilitation and by compelling the repair
and rehabilitation of deteriorated or deteriorating structures; and the clearance and
redevelopment of substandard and blighted areas or portions thereof.”
“Notwithstanding any other provisions of the Community Development Law, where the
local governing body certifies that an area is in need of redevelopment or
rehabilitation as a result of flood, fire, hurricane, earthquake, storm, or other
catastrophe respecting which the Governor of the state has certified the need for
disaster assistance under federal law, the local governing body may approve a
redevelopment plan and a redevelopment project with respect to such area without
regard to the provisions of the Community Development Law requiring a general plan
for the municipality and notice and public hearing or findings other than herein set
forth.”
Based on the Nebraska Revised Statutes §18-2103 the following definitions shall apply:
“Blighted area means an area (a) which, by reason of the presence of a substantial
number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures, existence of defective or
inadequate street layout, faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or
usefulness, insanitary or unsafe conditions, deterioration of site or other improvements,
diversity of ownership, tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding the fair value
of the land, defective or unusual conditions of title, improper subdivision or obsolete
platting, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and
other causes, or any combination of such factors, substantially impairs or arrests the
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sound growth of the community, retards the provision of housing accommodations, or
constitutes an economic or social liability and is detrimental to the public health,
safety, morals, or welfare in its present condition and use and (b) in which there is at
least one of the following conditions: (i) Unemployment in the designated area is at
least one hundred twenty percent of the state or national average; (ii) the average
age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least forty years; (iii) more
than half of the plotted and subdivided property in an area is unimproved land that
has been within the city for forty years and has remained unimproved during that time;
(iv) the per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of
the city or village in which the area is designated; or (v) the area has had either stable
or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses. In no event shall
a city of the metropolitan, primary, or first class designate more than thirty-five percent
of the city as blighted, a city of the second class shall not designate an area larger
than fifty percent of the city as blighted, and a village shall not designate an area
larger than one hundred percent of the village as blighted. A redevelopment project
involving a formerly used defense site as authorized under section 18-2123.01 shall not
count towards the percentage limitations contained in this subdivision;”
“Extremely blighted area means a substandard and blighted area in which: (a) The
average rate of unemployment in the area during the period covered by the most
recent federal decennial census is at least two hundred percent of the average rate
of unemployment in the state during the same period; and (b) the average poverty
rate in the area exceeds twenty percent for the total federal census tract or tracts or
federal census block group or block groups in the area;”
“Substandard area means an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or
improvements, whether nonresidential or residential in character, which, by reason of
dilapidation, deterioration, age or obsolescence, inadequate provision for ventilation,
light, air, sanitation, or open spaces, high density of population and overcrowding, or
the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire and other causes,
or any combination of such factors, is conducive to ill health, transmission of disease,
infant mortality, juvenile delinquency, and crime, (which cannot be remedied through
construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or
welfare; and”
“Workforce housing means:
(a) Housing that meets the needs of today's working families;
(b) Housing that is attractive to new residents considering relocation to a rural community;
(c) Owner-occupied housing units that cost not more than two hundred seventy-five
thousand dollars to construct or rental housing units that cost not more than two hundred
thousand dollars per unit to construct. For purposes of this subdivision (c), housing unit
costs shall be updated annually by the Department of Economic Development based
upon the most recent increase or decrease in the Producer Price Index for all
commodities, published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor
Statistics;
(d) Owner-occupied and rental housing units for which the cost to substantially rehabilitate
exceeds fifty percent of a unit's assessed value; and
(e) Upper-story housing.”
This Blight and Substandard Study is only for a portion of the corporate limits of the city which has
not previously been so designated. The Study is intended to give the Grand Island CRA, Hall
County Regional Planning Commission and Grand Island City Council the basis for identifying and
declaring Blighted and Substandard conditions existing within the City’s jurisdiction and as allowed
under Chapter 18, Section 2123.01. Through this process, the City and property owners will be
attempting to address economic and/or social liabilities which are harmful to the well-being of
the entire community.
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The Study Area can be seen in Figure 1 of this report. A Redevelopment Plan to be submitted in
the future will contain, in accordance with the law, definite local objectives regarding appropriate
land uses, improved traffic, public transportation, public utilities and other public improvements,
and the proposed land uses and building requirements in the redevelopment area and shall
include:
• The boundaries defining the blighted and substandard areas in question (including existing
uses and conditions of the property within the area), and
• A list of the conditions present, which qualify the area as blighted and substandard.
BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD ELIGIBILITY STUDY
This study targets the entire corporate limits of the community for evaluation. The area is indicated
in Figure 1 of this report. The existing uses in this area includes several uses including, a residential
area which was once a farmyard and the rest of the property is used for agricultural purposes.
Through the redevelopment process, the City of Grand Island can guide future development and
redevelopment throughout the area. The use of the Community Redevelopment Act by the City
is intended to redevelop and improve areas of the community. Using the Community
Redevelopment Act, the City of Grand Island can assist in the elimination of negative conditions
and implement different programs/projects identified for the City.
The following is the description of the designated area within the City of Grand Island.
A Tract described as follows:
The point of beginning (POB) is the NE corner of Lot 2 of 281 Retail Subdivision to the City of Grand
Island; thence southerly along the east property line of said Lot and extending to the south right-
of-way line of 13th Street West; thence, easterly along south right-of-way line to the intersection
with the NE corner of a parcel described as Part of Block A, Crane Valley Subdivision; thence
southerly along east property line to the intersection with Lot 1 Crane Valley Ninth Subdivision;
thence, south along the east property lines to the intersection to the southeast corner of said Lot
and the north right-of-way of Faidley Avenue West; thence; westerly along the south property line
of said Lot 1 and continuing westerly to the intersection with the extended east property line of
Lot 28, Larue Fourth Subdivision; thence, northerly along the east property lines of Larue’s Fourth
Subdivision to the intersection with the south right-of-way line of 13th Street West; thence westerly
along said south right-of-way to the intersection with the extended west property line of a lot
referred to as Lot 1 of the B & M Estates Subdivision; thence northerly along the west property line
of said lot to the NW corner of said lot; thence, easterly along the north property line of said lot
and extending to the perpendicular intersection of Outlot A of Summerfield Estates First
Subdivision; thence northerly along the west property line of said lot to the NW corner of said Lot;
thence, easterly along the northern property line of said Lot to the NE corner of said Lot; thence,
southerly along the east property line of said Lot; thence, easterly along the north right-of-way line
of 13th Street West to the intersection with the property line of a parcel referred to as Misc. tracts
12-11-10 Part E ½ SW ¼ and following said property line northerly and easterly to the NE corner of
said parcel and continuing easterly to SW corner of Lot 2, Starlite Subdivision; thence, northerly
along the west property line of said Lot to the intersection with the centerline of State Street;
thence, easterly along the centerline of State Street to the perpendicular intersection with Lot 1,
KAAAR Subdivision; thence southerly along the east property line of the City of Grand Island to the
intersection with the NW corner of Lot 2 of 281 Retail Subdivision; thence, easterly to the POB.
Overall coverage is 86.4 acres.
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Study Area
Figure 1
Study Area Map
Source: Hall County/Grand Island GIS, Marvin Planning Consultants 2021
Figure 2
Existing Land Use Map
Source: Hall County Assessor’s Office, Marvin Planning Consultants 2021
Agriculture or vacant
Residential
Commercial
Public
Right-of-way
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EXISTING LAND USES
The term “Land Use” refers to the developed uses in place within a building or on a specific parcel
of land. The number and type of uses are constantly changing within a community and produce
a number of impacts either benefitting or detracting from the community. Because of this, the
short and long-term success and sustainability of the community is directly contingent upon
available resources utilized in the best manner given the constraints the City faces during the
course of the planning period. Existing patterns of land use are often fixed in older communities
and neighborhoods, while development in newer areas is often reflective of current development
practices.
Figure 3: Existing Land Use, Study Area 34 – 2021
Source: Marvin Planning Consultants 2021 Existing Land Use Analysis within Study Area
As part of the planning process, a survey was conducted through both in-field observations, as
well as data collection online using the Hall County Assessors website. This survey noted the use of
each parcel of land within the Study Area. Figure 3 shows the different uses present within the
corporate limits of the area. The different uses also have the overall percent of the total area.
FINDINGS OF BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS ELIGIBILITY STUDY
This section of the study examines the conditions found in the Study Area. The Findings Section will
review the conditions based upon the statutory definitions.
CONTRIBUTING FACTORS
There were a number of conditions examined and evaluated in the field and online. There are a
number of conditions to be reviewed in detail, on the following pages, while some of the statutory
conditions are not present.
Structural Conditions
Structural conditions were evaluated, structures were either rated as: Excellent, Very Good, Above
Normal, Normal, Below Normal, Poor or Very Poor. The data and rating system come from the Hall
County Assessor’s database and is the same database used to value properties in the area.
According to the data there are five structures in the Study Area.
Based upon the data provided to the planning team, the following is the breakdown for
structures in the Study Area:
• 0 (0.00%) structures rated as Excellent
• 0 (0.00%) structure rated as Very Good
• 1 (16.67%) structures rated as Above Normal
• 5 (83.33.00%) structures rated Normal
• 0 ( 0.00%) structures rated Below Normal
• 0 ( 0.00%) structures rated Poor
• 0 ( 0.00%) structure rated as Very Poor
Agriculture/Vacant
72.67%
Residential
1.46%
Commercial
7.59%
Public
9.27%
Right-of-Way
9.00%
Land Uses
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Figure 4: Structure Conditions
Source: Grand Island GIS, Hall County Assessor’s Office, MPC 2021
Based upon these data, an assumption has been made that normal condition and less would
constitute the possibility of some or considerable deterioration. It is common for older structures to
need more maintenance and upkeep in order to maintain a good or higher condition. Even a
structure rated as normal will show some signs of deteriorating which in turn can become a
dilapidated structure in the future if it is not addressed over time. Overall, 80.00% of the structures
in this Study Area are considered to in Normal Conditions. However, it appears the old Alltel facility
is showing wear beyond a normal condition.
Due to the stated conditions found in the Hall County Assessor’s data, the condition of the
structure is a contributing factor.
Deterioration of Site or Other Improvements
Alltel Property
The Alltel property, on the eastern side of this area, is in a deteriorated condition. The concrete in
the parking lot is in poor condition and other parts of the site seem to have been left to deteriorate.
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The key deterioration of the parking lot is as follows:
• Concrete is in poor condition due to cracking spalling.
• The area has had some landscaping upkeep but only minimal.
• The parking islands and curb and gutter on-site are in a deteriorated condition.
• Other site amenities, fencing, etc., are deteriorating.
• The old site signage has been left to deteriorate.
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In addition, the fact the Alltel facility has been vacant for several years indicates a presence of
functional obsolescence. Functional obsolescence is a factor of deterioration of site or other
improvements.
Typically, sidewalk condition, street condition, and curb and gutter condition are examined in a
typical study. However, these are not a major contributing factor in this Study Area. In most cases,
all three of these items are newer and are in good condition.
Overall, the site deterioration of the former Alltel site will only become worse if something is not
done to promote the eventual purchase and redevelopment of this site. In its current state it is
becoming an eye sore to the area in the near future.
Therefore, the condition of the former Alltel site is contributing factor under Deterioration of Site or
Other Improvements.
Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions
Throughout the entire Study Area is a city owned and maintained detention cell. The cell is
relatively deep and is capable of carrying a considerable amount of water during and after a
major rain event.
In addition, there is another detention cell along the southern edge of the Study Area and has
the same issues as the linear detention cell.
Neither detention cell has any barriers to keep individuals from accessing the area when the cell
has water.
Therefore, Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions are a contributing factor to the Blighting and
Substandard Conditions of Area #34.
Figure 5: Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions
Source: Grand Island GIS, Hall County Assessor’s Office, MPC 2021
Approximate
location of the
detention cells
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Diversity of Ownership
Within this Study Area there are a total of eight property owners including the City of Grand
Island. With some of the issues being discussed for this area as well as the initial phase of the
Claude Road project, coordination and intervention by the City through this process will make
for a much better development area in the future.
Diversity of Ownership is a contributing factor to the declaration of Blighted and Substandard.
Factors Which Are Impairing and/or Arresting Sound Growth
Portions of this Study Area seem to be leftover tracts of land previous developments either could
not obtain or chose to ignore at the time. The portion of the Study Area south of 13th street is very
narrow, especially after Claude Road’s right-of-way is removed. Future development of this
property, due to the width of the tract impairs and arrests sound growth through this specific
area.
The northern portion of the Study Area also looks like a set of leftover pieces for whatever reason.
However, these undeveloped tracts as they appear are impacted by factors impair sound
growth of the remaining areas.
The continuation of Claude Road along the edges of this Study Area would be instrumental in
eliminating key factors impairing and arresting sound growth. The extended road would provide
a primary road through the area between Faidley Avenue and State Street.
Therefore, based upon past development decisions and construction, Factors Which Are
Impairing and/or Arresting Sound Growth is a contributing factor to declaring this area blighted
and substandard.
Figure 6: Factors Which Are Impairing and/or Arresting Sound Growth
Source: Grand Island GIS, Hall County Assessor’s Office, MPC 2021
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Dangerous Conditions to Life or Property Due to Fire or Other Causes
Throughout the entire Study Area is a city owned and maintained detention cell. The cell is
relatively deep and is capable of carrying a considerable amount of water during and after a
major rain event.
In addition, there is another detention cell along the southern edge of the Study Area and has
the same issues as the linear detention cell.
Neither detention cell has any barriers to keep individuals from accessing the area when the cell
has water.
Therefore, Dangerous Conditions to Life or Property Due to Fire or Other Causes are a
contributing factor to the Blighting and Substandard Conditions of Area #34.
Improper Subdivision or Obsolete Platting
Due to the previous discussions regarding “chopped up” land and leftover pieces, this area at
some point, ideally, should have been included in prior development efforts. Instead, this Study
Area has been left out of a number of platting opportunities thus creating such an odd
development area.
Improper Subdivision or Obsolete Platting is a contributing factor to the Blighting and
Substandard conditions found in the Study Area.
Age of Structure
Age of structures can be a contributing factor to the blighted and substandard conditions in an
area. Statutes allow for a predominance of structures 40 years of age or older to be a contributing
factor regardless of their condition. The following paragraphs document the structural age of the
structures within the Study Area. Note the age of structure was determined from the Appraisal
data within the Hall County Assessor’s website data.
TABLE 2: AVERAGE STRUCTURAL AGE, BY METHOD – 2021
Number Year Age Cumulative
1 1921 100 100 100
1 1966 55 55 155
2 1975 46 92 247
2 1993 28 56 303
6 303
50.5
Source: Grand Island GIS Aerials, Hall County Assessor’s and Marvin Planning Consultants 2021
Note: the two structures listed as 1975 were determined by use of the 1975 aerials online, these structures may actually be
older.
Age of Structure
Within the Study Area there are nine structures. After researching the structural age on the Hall
County Assessor’s website, the following breakdown was determined:
• 4 units (66.67%) were determined to be 40 years of age or older.
• 2 units (33.33%)were determined to be less than 40 years of age.
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However, when examining the age based upon a cumulative approach, as in Table 1 the
average age of the primary structures is equal to 50.5 years; thus, meeting the requirements of the
statutes.
The age of the structures would be a direct contributing factor.
Figure 7: Age of Structures
Source: Grand Island GIS, Hall County Assessor’s Office, MPC 2021
Blighting Summary
These conditions are contributing to the blighted conditions of the Study Area.
• Substantial number of deteriorating structures
o Within the study are 100.00% of the structures were deemed to be in a normal condition
or worse.
• Deterioration of site or other improvements
o The former Alltel site is basically vacant, and the entire site is becoming more and more
deteriorated over time.
o Measures to improve the former Alltel site appear to be non-existent or minimal.
o The long-term vacancy of the Alltel facility is an indication of functional obsolescence.
• Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions
o There is a linear detention cell located in the majority of the Study Area.
o During major rain event the detention cell can become deep with water and can
create a potential drowning potential.
o Within the detention cell standing water during the summer months may become
breeding grounds for mosquitoes and mosquitoes are known transmitters of the West
Nile virus.
• Diversity of Ownership
o Within this Study Area there are a total of eight property owners including the City of
Grand Island. With some of the issues being discussed for this area as well as the initial
phase of the Claude Road project, coordination and intervention by the City through
this process will make for a much better development area in the future.
Older than 40 years of age
Newer than 40 years
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• Factors Which Are Impairing and/or Arresting Sound Growth
o The need to continue Claude Road north to State Street.
o Portions of this Study Area seem to be leftover tracts of land previous developments
either could not obtain or chose to ignore at the time.
o The portion of the Study Area south of 13th street is very narrow, especially after Claude
Road’s right-of-way is removed.
o The northern portion of the Study Area also looks like a set of leftover pieces as well.
• Dangerous Conditions to Life or Property Due to Fire or Other Causes
o There is a linear detention cell located in the majority of the Study Area.
o During major rain event the detention cell can become deep with water and can
create a potential drowning potential.
o Within the detention cell standing water during the summer months may become
breeding grounds for mosquitoes and mosquitoes are known transmitters of the West
Nile virus.
• Improper Subdivision or Obsolete Platting
o Portions of this Study Area appear to be “chopped up” land and leftover pieces.
o Ideally, this Study Area should have been included in prior development efforts.
Criteria under Part B of the Blight Definition
• The average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least forty years.
o 4 units (66.67%) were determined to be 40 years of age or older.
o 2 units (33.33%) were determined to be less than 40 years of age.
o The average age based upon a cumulative age calculation is 50.5 years.
The other criteria for Blight were not present in the area, these included:
• Faulty Lot Layout
• Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses.
• Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding fair value of the land.
• Defective or unusual condition of title,
• Unemployment in the designated area is at least 120% of the state or national average.
• One-half of unimproved property is over 40 years old.
• The per capita income of the area is lower than the average per capita income of the city
or village in which the area is designated.
These issues were either not present or were limited enough as to have little impact on the overall
condition of the Study Area.
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Substandard Conditions
Average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least 40 years.
Age of Structure
Within the Study Area there are nine structures. After researching the structural age on the Hall
County Assessor’s website, the following breakdown was determined:
• 4 units (66.67%) were determined to be 40 years of age or older.
• 2 units (33.33%) were determined to be less than 40 years of age.
However, when examining the age based upon a cumulative approach, as in Table 1 the
average age of the primary structures is equal to 50.5 years; thus, meeting the requirements of the
statutes.
The age of the structures would be a direct contributing factor.
Figure 8: Age of Structures
Source: Grand Island GIS, Hall County Assessor’s Office, MPC 2021
Older than 40 years of age
Newer than 40 years
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Blight and Substandard Study – Area 34
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Substandard Summary
Nebraska State Statute requires that “…an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or
improvements, whether nonresidential or residential in character, which, by reason of dilapidation,
deterioration, age or obsolescence, inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or
open spaces, high density of population and overcrowding, or the existence of conditions which
endanger life or property by fire and other causes, or any combination of such factors, is
conducive to ill health, transmission of disease, infant mortality, juvenile delinquency, and crime,
(which cannot be remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public
health, safety, morals, or welfare;”
This Study Area meets the defintion of Substandard as defined in the Revised Nebraska State
Statutes.
FINDINGS FOR BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD STUDY AREA #34
Blight Study Area #34 has several items contributing to the Blight and Substandard Conditions.
These conditions include:
Blighted Conditions
• Condition of Structures
• Deterioration of Site and Other Improvements
• Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions
• Diversity of Ownership
• Factors Which Are Impairing and/or Arresting Sound Growth
• Dangerous Conditions to Life or Property Due to Fire or Other Causes
• Improper Subdivision or Obsolete Platting
• Average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least 40 years.
Substandard Conditions
• Average age of the structures in the area is at least forty years.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item I-1
#2021-200 - Consideration of Approving the Intent to Annex Lot 1
of Hanover Second Subdivision (1118 N. North Road) and Setting a
Date for the Public Hearing on Annexation
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Commission
Meeting:August 10, 2021
Subject:Annexation of Property at 1118 N. North Road (Lot 1 of
Hanover 2nd Subdivision)
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Commission
Background
The property at 1118 N. North Road consists of 1 single family home on 0.62 acres of
property surrounded by the City of Grand Island on 3 sides the north, south and west.
There is a house to the south, Fire Station 4 to the north and a new subdivision to the
west. The property is connected to city water and has city sewer available. The city of
Grand Island maintains North Road to the east of the property.
Annexation of this property will facilitate the development on new and efficient election
precincts and the planning department has received a request from the Hall County
Election Commissioner to bring this item to the City Council for consideration.
A map of the property is attached.
Discussion
Over the past four years, since the City decided to relocate Station 4 to the corner of
North Road and 13th Street the property around the house at 1118 N. North Road has
been annexed into the city limits. These annexations were all done at the request of the
property owners to facilitate the development of the property and the extension of utilities
and streets through the area to support that development.
The extension of all utilities is nearing completion and this property as well as all of the
properties around it will have full city services available.
Planning department staff are working on the required annexation plan as required by
statutes and it will be available prior for public review no later than August 20, 2021.
Council action on the attached resolution will set a public hearing on this annexation,
(September 14, 2021) provide for notice to the property owners and send the proposed
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annexation to the planning commission for their review and recommendation prior to the
scheduled public hearing.
After the public hearing Council will be able to consider an annexation ordinance to
extend the municipal boundaries to include this property. Annexation ordinances must be
read on three occasions per statute. It is anticipated that those three readings would occur
on September 14, September 28 and October 12. The election commissioner is hoping to
finalize precinct boundaries by October 15. It is hoped that all entities that need to adjust
their election districts based on the 2020 census of population and housing will be able to
match election district boundaries to precinct boundaries as much as possible to avoid the
need for multiple ballot faces at each polling site.
Recommendation
Council should approve the resolution to begin the process of annexation property at
1118 N. North 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
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution of intent to annex, authorize notifications and publication
of the Public Hearing for September 14, 2021.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-200
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the City Council to periodically review
areas adjacent to the City that are either developed or have the infrastructure in place necessary
for development and pursue annexation of those areas; and
WHEREAS, one of the primary reasons to create and build cities is to provide
municipal services to residents that allow people to live in close proximity to one another; and
WHEREAS, such developed areas with infrastructure in place exist within and
adjacent to the City of Grand Island, and
WHEREAS, annexation of such areas requires that the City provide notification
to property owners and school districts, and
WHEREAS, annexation of such areas requires that the City prepare an annexation
plan as defined in the Nebraska Revised State Statutes §16-117; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island desires to consider annexation of Lot 1 of
Hanover Second Subdivision and all adjoining public right-of-way or easement for road
purposes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, DO HEREBY DIRECT STAFF TO
PREPARE ANNEXATION PLANS FOR THE PROPERTY IDENTIFIED DIRECT CITY
STAFF TO PREPARE AN ANNEXATION PLAN FOR THIS AREA, NOTIFY PROPERTY
OWNERS AND SCHOOL DISTRICTS AS REQUIRED, SUBMIT THE PLAN TO THE
HALL COUNTY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION, AND PRESENT THE PLAN
BACK TO THE GRAND ISLAND CITY COUNCIL FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION
FOLLOWING A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD AT THE GRAND ISLAND CITY HALL
-100 E. FIRST STREET IN GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA DURING THEIR REGULARLY
SCHEDULED MEETING BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 AND
THAT SUCH PLAN SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW IN THE OFFICE OF
THE GRAND ISLAND CITY CLERK NO LATER THAN BEGINNING OF BUSINESS
AUGUST 20, 2021.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item I-2
#2021-201 - Consideration of Approving One and Six Year Street
Improvement Plan
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-1.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
October 21, 2021 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2021-201
WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission, conducted an informational
public meeting on the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for the City of Grand Island;
and
WHEREAS, the Grand Island City Council, after public notice having been
published in one issue of the Grand Island Independent, and such notice also having been posted
in at least three places in areas where it was likely to attract attention, conducted a public hearing
on August 10, 2021, on the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for the City of Grand
Island; and
WHEREAS, this Council has determined that the One and Six Year Street
Improvement Program as set out in Exhibit “A” should be adopted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the One and Six Year Street
Improvement Program 2022-2027, based on priorities of needs and calculated to contribute to the
orderly development of city streets, and identified as Exhibit “A”, is hereby approved and
adopted by this Council.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 10, 2021.
_______________________________________
Roger G. Steele, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Project 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Annual Handicap Ramp 165,000$ 168,826$ 463,710$ 477,621$ -$
Webb Rd Paving Assessments 120,000$ 120,000$ 120,000$ 120,000$ -$
Pavement Condition Survey 165,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Five Points Intersection Improvements 50,000$ -$ -$ 179,108$ -$
Old Potash Hwy; North Rd to Webb Rd 2,350,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Broadwell /UPRR Grade Separation 70,000$ 563,000$ -$ -$ -$
North Rd; 13th St to Hwy 2 2,000,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
North Rd; Old Potash Hwy to 13th St 3,525,000$ 500,000$ -$ -$ -$
North Rd; US Hwy 30 to Old Potash Hwy 25,000$ 2,650,000$ -$ -$ -$
US Highway 30 Bridges (NDOT)230,000$ 115,000$ -$ -$ -$
Custer Ave; Old Potash Hwy to Faidley Ave 1,500,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Custer Ave; Faidley Ave to 13th St 1,505,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Eddy St Underpass Rehabilitation 1,300,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Capital Ave; Moores Creek to North Rd 2,235,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Hwy 2 Resurfacing (NDOT)1,200,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Bond Payment 1,708,850$ 1,763,150$ 1,759,350$ 1,758,450$ 1,760,250$
Locust St; Koenig St to Fonner Park Rd 450,000$ 450,204$ 2,898,185$ 2,985,131$ -$
Claude Rd (ROW)750,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$
N 80 Wetland Delineation 200,000$ 1,490,000$ -$ -$ -$
19,548,850$ 7,820,180$ 5,241,245$ 5,520,310$ 1,760,250$
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Council Session
Item J-1
Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of July 28, 2021
through August 10, 2021
The Claims for the period of July 28, 2021 through August 10, 2021 for a total amount of $3,624,328.39.
A MOTION is in order.
Staff Contact: Patrick Brown
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