12-13-2006 Community Redevelopment Authority Regular Meeting Packet
Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA)
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Regular Meeting Packet
Board Members:
Lee Elliott
Tom Gdowski
Barry Sandstrom
Sue Pirnie
Glen Murray
4:00 PM
Grand Island City Hall
100 E 1st Street
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Call to Order
Roll Call
A - SUBMITTAL OF REQUESTS FOR FUTURE ITEMS
Individuals who have appropriate items for City Council consideration should complete the Request for
Future Agenda Items form located at the Information Booth. If the issue can be handled administratively
without Council action, notification will be provided. If the item is scheduled for a meeting or study
session, notification of the date will be given.
B - RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
This is an opportunity for individuals wishing to provide input on any of tonight's agenda items to reserve
time to speak. Please come forward, state your name and address, and the Agenda topic on which you will
be speaking.
DIRECTOR COMMUNICATION
This is an opportunity for the Director to comment on current events, activities, and issues of interest to
the commission.
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Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA)
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Regular Meeting
Item A1
Agenda
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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AGENDA
Wednesday December 13, 2006
4:00 p.m.
City Hall
Open Meetings Notifications (Posters on Wall)
1.Call to Order Barry Sandstrom
This is a public meeting subject to the open meetings laws of the State of Nebraska.
The requirements for an open meeting are posted on the wall in this room and anyone
that wants to find out what those are is welcome to read through them.
2.Approval of Minutes of November 15, 2006 Meetings.
3.Approval of Financial Reports
4.Approval of Bills
5.Review Façade Improvement application for Quality Sew ‘n Vac Building 224 W. 3rd Street in
Downtown Grand Island.
6.Update on Blight Study for Area 6
7.Review of Committed Projects and CRA Properties
8.ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS NEGOTIATIONS
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
9.Approve Resolution or Resolutions to Purchase/Sell Property
Resolution 75 Purchase of 516 E 1st Street
Resolution 76 Purchase of 1321 N. Cherry Street
10.Directors Report
11.Adjournment
Next Meeting January 10, 2007
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Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA)
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Regular Meeting
Item B1
Meeting Minutes
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
MINUTES OF
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING OF
December 13, 2006
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the
Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska was conducted on December 13, 2006, at City Hall 100 E
First Street. Notice of the meeting was given in the December 2, 2006
Grand Island Independent.
1.CALL TO ORDER Chair Barry Sandstrom called the meeting to
order at 4:02 p.m. The following members were present: Lee
Elliott, Tom Gdowski, Glen Murray, Barry Sandstrom. Also
present were; Director, Chad Nabity; Secretary, Barb Quandt;
Finance Director, Dave Springer; Legal Counsel,Duane Burns;
Carl Mayhew; Tracy Overstreet; Crista Bootsma. Chair Barry
Sandstrom stated this was a public meeting subject to the open
meeting laws of the State of Nebraska. He noted that the
requirements for an open meeting were posted on the wall easily
accessible to anyone who would like to read through them.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. A motion for approval of the Minutes
for the November 15, 2006 CRA meeting was made by Gdowski
and seconded by Murray. Upon roll call vote, all present voted
aye. Motion carried unanimously.
3.APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORTS. Dave Springer
reviewed the financial reports for the period of November 1,
2006 through November 30, 2006. He noted revenue in the
amount of $41,296 and expenses of $2,086 for the month. The
total ending cash was $1,497,461. Motion by Murray, second by
Elliott, to approve the financial reports. Upon roll call vote, all
present voted aye. Motion carried unanimously.
Sue Pirnie joined the meeting.
4.APPROVAL OF BILLS. The bills were reviewed by the Authority.
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Motion by Elliott, second by Pirnie to approve the bills in the
amount of $490,250.96. Upon roll call vote all present voted
aye. Motion carried unanimously to approve the payment of bills
in the amount of $490,250.96.
Nabity discussed the request for an additional $18,680 for
paving the parking lot at the Heartland Events Center. It was
noted that the additional expense was incurred due to the rise in
the cost of oil. It was determined that it was an approximate
4% increase above the original estimate for the paving request
presented three years ago. Since this project is a benefit to the
community, and does not profit any individual, the decision was
made to grant the additional funds. Gdowski made the motion,
and Elliott seconded the motion, to fund the additional $18,680
for the paving at the Heartland Events Center. Upon roll call
vote, Gdowski, Elliott, Murray and Pirnie voted aye. Sandstrom
abstained due to a conflict in interest.
5.REVIEW FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT APPLICATION FOR QUALITY
SEW ‘N VAC BUILDING – 224 W. 3RD STREET IN DOWNTOWN
GRAND ISLAND.
Carl Mayhew presented his restoration plans for the former
Quality Sew ‘n Vac building located at 224 W. 3rd Street. The
motion was made by Elliott to approve the façade grant request
in the amount of $64,982 with an additional grant of up to
$3500 for window restoration. It was seconded by Murray.
Upon roll call vote all present voted aye. Motion carried
unanimously.
6. UPDATE ON BLIGHT STUDY FOR AREA 6.
Nabity reported that six focus group meetings, held at various
times on November 29, 2006, were considered successful.
Attendance ranged from ten present to one person presenting
for the evening meeting. The suggestion was made that a
personal phone call to those in Area 6 may be more effective for
the area design meetings scheduled for January.
7. REVIEW OF COMMITTED PROJECTS AND CRA PROPERTIES.
Nabity reviewed the committed projects report. Heartland
Events Center funding was processed, as well as Maudie’s
Stained Glass request for the first increment of payment.
8. ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS NEGOTIATIONS.
There was no need for an Executive Session.
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9. APPROVE RESOLUTION OR RESOLUTIONS TO PURCHASE/SELL
PROPERTY.
A motion was made by Gdowski to approve Resolution 75 to
purchase 516 E. 1st Street for $1500.00, with the correction to
remove the word “hereby” in item 2 in the line following the
legal address, and Resolution 76 to purchase 1321 N. Cherry
Street for $14,000.00. The motion was seconded by Murray.
Upon roll call vote all present voted aye. Motion carried
unanimously.
10. DIRECTOR’S REPORT.
Nabity reported that the Nebraska Planning & Zoning Association
Conference will be held in Grand Island on February 20-22,
2007. He noted that conference fees could be covered with CRA
funds budgeted for training. All members are encouraged to
attend if schedules allow.
11. ADJOURNMENT. The next meeting will be held on January 10,
2007 at 4:00 p.m. Chair Sandstrom adjourned the meeting at
5:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Chad Nabity
Director
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Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA)
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Regular Meeting
Item D1
Bills
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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13-Dec.-2006
TO: Community Redevelopment Authority Board Members
FROM: Chad Nabity, Planning Department Director
RE: Bills Submitted for Payment at December 13, 2006 CRA Meeting
The following bills have been submitted to the Community Redevelopment
Authority Treasurer for preparation of payment.
City of Grand Island
Administration $1,250.00
Accounting
Grand Island Independent
Monthly & Redevelopment Plan Notices
Mayer, Burns, Ahlschwede & Koenig $325.00
RDG Planning & Design $2,900.00
J.I.L. Asphalt Paving Co.$430,000.00
Mayhew Signs & Awnings, Inc.$46,195.00
(Maudie's Stained Glass Façade)
Home Federal - Pro Con Loan Payment $9,580.96
Total:
$490,250.96
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Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA)
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Regular Meeting
Item E1
Committed Projects
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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COMMITTED PROJECTS AMOUNT ESTIMATED DUE DATE
Heartland Events Ctr $430,000 September 2006
Central NE Human Soc.$258,000 Spring 2007
Housing Study $8,250 December 2007
JEO Building $117,000 April 2007
Cristo Cordero $35,000 January 2007
Maudies Stained Glass $92,300 January 2007
Hall County $37,500 Spring 2007
Romsa Real Estate Center $75,000 Spring 2007
Total Committed $1,053,050
CRA PROPERTIES
Address Purchase Price Purchase Date Demo Cost Status
203 E 1st St.$68,627 10-09-02 $23,300 Surplus
217 E 1st St $17,000 03-20-03 $6,500 Surplus
408 E 2nd St $6,000 11-11-05 $7,500 Surplus
2707 and 2709
S. Locust
$155,740 12-30-05 $15,339.23 Surplus
December 3, 2006
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Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA)
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Regular Meeting
Item F1
Facade
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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May 9, 2007
Carl Mayhew
507 Plum Road
Grand Island, NE 68801
Dear Carl:
As you know, the Community Redevelopment Authority, at their
meeting of December 13, 2006 voted to approve your request for
façade improvement program funds. The Authority voted to award
a grant in the amount of $64,982 for the façade improvements and
an additional $3,500 for the second story window improvements
for a total of $68,482. We are excited about the proposed
improvements to this very important corner in the downtown area.
Please keep records of expenses associated with this façade
improvement project. Also, it is always interesting to see
photographs of the work as it progresses. Upon completion,
please submit a request to the CRA for payment, including
documentation of your expenses. I will arrange for a “walk
through” of the building to ensure the work done was in
accordance with the CRA’s expectations. I can then process a
request for payment of the CRA grant.
Carl, if you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 385-
5240. Thank you for your interest in improving your property and
contributing to the positive redevelopment efforts in the downtown
and South Locust Street areas.
Sincerely,
Chad Nabity, AICP
Director
Barry Sandstrom
Chair
Lee Elliott
Tom Gdowski
Glen Murray
Sue Pirnie
Chad Nabity
Director
Post Office Box 1968
Grand Island, Nebraska 68802-1968
Phone: 308 385-5240
Fax: 308 385-5423
Email: cnabity@grand-island.com
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Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA)
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Regular Meeting
Item J1
Resolutons
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
RESOLUTION NO. 75
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, PERTAINING TO THE PURCHASE OF
REAL ESTATE AND TO PROVIDE THE TERMS THEREOF.
WHEREAS, the CRA has identified a property to be acquired that conforms to its
redevelopment plan for Redevelopment Area No. 1; and
WHEREAS, negotiations have taken place with the owner and his agent for the
purchase of the property for an amount acceptable to the CRA; namely $1,500.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
that:
1. The members of the Authority find and determine that the purchase of the real
estate described below falls within the redevelopment area and is suitable for
redevelopment.
2. The offer of William B. Werner and Tamara J. Andrews, to sell the tract of real
estate described as follows:
West One Half (W½) of Lot Seven (7), Block Seventy-Four (74)
of Original Town of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska (516
East 1st Street, Grand Island, Nebraska)
to the CRA for the amount of $1,500.00 should be and hereby is hereby accepted,
subject to receiving assurance of marketable title. The CRA will pay the closing costs
and the 2006 real estate taxes.
3. The chairperson and director are hereby authorized to proceed with
negotiations and execution of all documents necessary for the purchase of the above
described real estate, subject to receiving assurance of marketable title.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 13th day of December, 2006.
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
By ______________________________________
Chair
ATTEST:
__________________________
Director
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
RESOLUTION NO. 76
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, PERTAINING TO THE PURCHASE OF
REAL ESTATE AND TO PROVIDE THE TERMS THEREOF.
WHEREAS, the CRA has identified a property to be acquired that conforms to its
redevelopment plan for Redevelopment Area No. 1; and
WHEREAS, negotiations have taken place with the owner and his agent for the
purchase of the property for an amount acceptable to the CRA; namely $14,000.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
that:
1. The members of the Authority find and determine that the purchase of the real
estate described below falls within the redevelopment area and is suitable for
redevelopment.
2. The offer of April A. Cupples, a single person, to sell the tract of real estate
described as follows:
Lot Four (4), Block Seven (7), George Loan’s Subdivision,
Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska (1321 North Cherry Street,
Grand Island, Nebraska)
to the CRA for the amount of $14,000.00 less 2006 real estate taxes prorated to the
date of closing, is hereby accepted, subject to receiving assurance of marketable title.
The CRA will pay the customary closing costs.
3. The chairperson and director are hereby authorized to proceed with
negotiations and execution of all documents necessary for the purchase of the above
described real estate, subject to receiving assurance of marketable title.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 13th day of December, 2006.
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
By ______________________________________
Chair
ATTEST:
__________________________
Director
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