06-27-2017 City Council Regular Meeting Packet
City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session Packet
City Council:
Linna Dee Donaldson
Michelle Fitzke
Chuck Haase
Julie Hehnke
Jeremy Jones
Vaughn Minton
Mitchell Nickerson
Mike Paulick
Roger Steele
Mark Stelk
Mayor:
Jeremy L. Jensen
City Administrator:
Marlan Ferguson
City Clerk:
RaNae Edwards
7:00 PM
Council Chambers - City Hall
100 East 1st Street
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City of Grand Island Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Call to Order
This is an open meeting of the Grand Island City Council. The City of Grand Island abides by the Open
Meetings Act in conducting business. A copy of the Open Meetings Act is displayed in the back of this room
as required by state law.
The City Council may vote to go into Closed Session on any agenda item as allowed by state law.
Invocation - Pastor Bob Kipper, First Christian Church, 2400 West 14th
Street
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
A - SUBMITTAL OF REQUESTS FOR FUTURE ITEMS
Individuals who have appropriate items for City Council consideration should complete the Request for
Future Agenda Items form located at the Information Booth. If the issue can be handled administratively
without Council action, notification will be provided. If the item is scheduled for a meeting or study
session, notification of the date will be given.
B - RESERVE TIME TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
This is an opportunity for individuals wishing to provide input on any of tonight's agenda items to reserve
time to speak. Please come forward, state your name and address, and the Agenda topic on which you will
be speaking.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item E-1
Public Hearing on Request from Bosselman Pump & Pantry, Inc.
dba Pump & Pantry #42, 1235 Allen Drive for a Class “D” Liquor
License
Council action will take place under Consent Agenda item G-4.
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Council Agenda Memo
From:RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Public Hearing on Request from Bosselman Pump &
Pantry, Inc. dba Pump & Pantry #42, 1235 Allen Drive
for a Class “D” Liquor License
Presenter(s):RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Section 4-2 of the Grand Island City Code declares the intent of the City Council
regarding liquor licenses and the sale of alcohol.
Declared Legislative Intent
It is hereby declared to be the intent and purpose of the city council in adopting
and administering the provisions of this chapter:
(A)To express the community sentiment that the control of availability of alcoholic
liquor to the public in general and to minors in particular promotes the public
health, safety, and welfare;
(B)To encourage temperance in the consumption of alcoholic liquor by sound and
careful control and regulation of the sale and distribution thereof; and
(C)To ensure that the number of retail outlets and the manner in which they are
operated is such that they can be adequately policed by local law enforcement
agencies so that the abuse of alcohol and the occurrence of alcohol-related crimes
and offenses is kept to a minimum.
Discussion
Bosselman Pump & Pantry, Inc. dba Pump & Pantry #42, 1235 Allen Drive has
submitted an application for a Class “D” Liquor License. A Class “D” Liquor License
allows for the sale of alcohol off sale only inside the corporate limits of the city. They
currently have a Class “B” Liquor License at this location which is for beer only off sale.
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. This application has been reviewed by the Clerk,
Building, Fire, Health, and Police Departments.
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Also submitted was a request for Liquor Manager Designation for Brian Fausch, 2009 W
Hwy 34. Mr. Fausch has completed a state approved alcohol server/seller training
program. Staff recommends approval contingent upon final inspections.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Approve the application.
2.Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with no
recommendation.
3.Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with recommendations.
4.Deny the application.
Recommendation
Based on the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission’s criteria for the approval of Liquor
Licenses, City Administration recommends that the Council approve this application.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the application for Bosselman Pump & Pantry dba Pump & Pantry #42,
1235 Allen Drive for a Class “D” Liquor License contingent upon final inspections and
Liquor Manager Designation for Brian Fausch, 2009 W Hwy 34.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item E-2
Public Hearing on Request from Bosselman Pump & Pantry, Inc.
dba Tommy Gunz Bistro/Tommy Gunz Liquor Warehouse, 1607
South Locust Street, Suite B for a Class “CK” Liquor License
Council action will take place under Consent Agenda item G-5.
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Council Agenda Memo
From:RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Public Hearing on Request from Bosselman Pump &
Pantry, Inc. dba Tommy Gunz Bistro/Tommy Gunz
Liquor Warehouse, 1607 South Locust Street, Suite B for
a Class “CK” Liquor License
Presenter(s):RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Background
Section 4-2 of the Grand Island City Code declares the intent of the City Council
regarding liquor licenses and the sale of alcohol.
Declared Legislative Intent
It is hereby declared to be the intent and purpose of the city council in adopting
and administering the provisions of this chapter:
(A)To express the community sentiment that the control of availability of alcoholic
liquor to the public in general and to minors in particular promotes the public
health, safety, and welfare;
(B)To encourage temperance in the consumption of alcoholic liquor by sound and
careful control and regulation of the sale and distribution thereof; and
(C)To ensure that the number of retail outlets and the manner in which they are
operated is such that they can be adequately policed by local law enforcement
agencies so that the abuse of alcohol and the occurrence of alcohol-related crimes
and offenses is kept to a minimum.
Discussion
Bosselman Pump & Pantry, Inc. dba Tommy Gunz Bistro/Tommy Gunz Liquor
Warehouse, 1607 South Locust Street, Suite B has submitted an application for a Class
“CK” Liquor License. A Class “CK” Liquor License allows for the sale of alcohol on and
off sale inside the corporate limits of the city and a catering designation.
City Council action is required and forwarded to the Nebraska Liquor Control
Commission for issuance of all licenses. This application has been reviewed by the Clerk,
Building, Fire, Health, and Police Departments. See attached Police Department report.
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Also submitted was a request for Liquor Manager Designation for Brian Fausch, 2009 W
Hwy 34. Mr. Fausch has completed a state approved alcohol server/seller training
program. Staff recommends approval contingent upon final inspections.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Approve the application.
2.Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with no
recommendation.
3.Forward to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission with recommendations.
4.Deny the application.
Recommendation
Based on the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission’s criteria for the approval of Liquor
Licenses, City Administration recommends that the Council approve this application.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the application for Bosselman Pump & Pantry dba Tommy Gunz
Bistro/Tommy Gunz Liquor Warehouse, 1607 South Locust Street, Suite B for a Class
“CK” Liquor License contingent upon final inspections and Liquor Manager Designation
for Brian Fausch, 2009 W Hwy 34.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item E-3
Public Hearing on Declaration of Intent to Use Clean Waster State
Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loan Proceeds for Sanitary Sewer
Collection System Improvements
Council action will take place under Resolution item I-1.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong PE, Wastewater Treatment Plant Engineer
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Public Hearing on Declaration of Intent to Use Clean
Waster State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loan Proceeds
for Sanitary Sewer Collection System Improvements
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Public Works staff is working to complete the Wastewater Capital Rehabilitation Plan
and develop projects to ensure the collection system and treatment plant continues to
function and meet the needs of our growing community.
Projects completed or nearing completion include:
Plant – Headworks
Sanitary Sewer Collection System Rehabilitation
o South and West Interceptor Rehabilitation
o 4th and 5th; Eddy to Vine Rehabilitation
o North Interceptor Phase I
o North Interceptor Phase II
o Lift Station No. 20 Force Main Rehabilitation
o 281 sanitary sewer improvements including:
SID#2
281 sewer extension to Bosselman’s (530T)
Wildwood Industrial Subdivision (528)
Public Works representatives requested Clean Water State Revolving Loan Funds
(CWSRF) from the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ) in
December 2013. The NDEQ subsequently approved various collection system
improvement projects in CWSRF funds at 2 ¼ - 2 ½ %. Projects classified as “Green”
receive a ¼% lower interest rate.
On July 29, 2014, via Ordinance No. 9493, City Council approved authorizing up to
$40,000,000 in financing from the CWSRF Loan Program administered by NDEQ.
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Discussion
With the favorable interest rates and staff dedication in overseeing Wastewater projects
there is approximately $6,500,000 available from the approved CWSRF Loan Program.
At this time Public Works staff has identified additional projects beneficial to the City,
which include:
Lift Station #11 Upgrade and Force Main Re-route: The City’s existing lift
station is in disrepair and will be abandoned at 8th Street and Howard Avenue. A
new lift station will be constructed within the boundaries of the City owned
detention cell located at the southeast corner of 10th Street and Howard Avenue.
A new submersible, duplex style lift station, with a grinder pump on the influent,
and a stand-by generator will be installed. A new 6-inch force main will be
directionally drilled from the new lift station north along Custer Avenue in order
to connect into an existing 15-inch gravity line located approximately fourteen
(14) blocks to the north at Custer Avenue and Forrest Street. The majority of the
installation will be directional drill in order to avoid disruptive and costly
pavement removal and replacement.
West Stolley Park Road Sanitary Sewer Extension: The intent of this project is
to extend sanitary sewer from West Stolley Park Road to the south and west in
order to reduce disruption and cost by constructing infrastructure prior to the
NDOR Highway 30 Realignment Project. The proposed project would provide
sewer to Westpark Plaza and along the existing Highway 30 corridor via the south
pipeline installation. Currently Westpark Plaza Trailer community is within City
of Grand Island limits and served by a private lagoon. Businesses along existing
Highway 30 are served by septic tanks and leach fields. The pipe laid to the west
along Stolley Park Road will be positioned to serve existing residential lots and
future development to the north and further to the west in this area.
Grand Island Airport Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation: The City of Grand Island
is working with the Grand Island Airport (GRI) to combine the Airport’s private
sanitary sewer infrastructure with the City’s. The Hall County Airport collection
system originated with the Army Air Corp Base built during World War II. The
majority of infrastructure is in failure, and in need of rehabilitation and repair. This
project aims to investigate, and plan for repairs and or replacement of most of the
sanitary infrastructure. Sanitary sewer rehab would begin at the north lift station and
end at Skypark Road and Capital Avenue.
After tonight’s public hearing and NDEQ’s 30-day comment period, it is anticipated that
an ordinance will be presented to the City Council on August 22, 2017 to give formal
approval to include Lift Station No. 11 Upgrade and Force Main Re-route, West Stolley
Park Road Sanitary Sewer Extension, and Grand Island Airport Sanitary Sewer
Rehabilitation in a new SRF loan of $6,473,500. Assuming SRF funding is approved,
each project will follow the normal process which includes Council approval for any
contracts or expenditures. With the above mentioned interest rates this will be within the
constraints of the approved rates.
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Of the approved loan contracts, in the amount of $40,000,000, the City is expecting a
total maximum reimbursement amount of $31,436,436 for the existing loans in place. Of
the remaining $8,563,564; there is currently $6,473,500 to facilitate a new loan that will
include new projects and a new three (3) year construction window of interest only
payments.
To date the City currently has received and spent $35,111,862 in bond proceeds, and has
made loan payments of $8,444,164 (including principal & interest).
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the resolution to include Lift
Station No. 11 Upgrade and Force Main Re-route, West Stolley Park Road Sewer
Extension, and Grand Island Airport Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation in the available Clean
Water State Revolving Loan Fund Program administered by the Nebraska Department of
Environmental Quality.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item E-4
Public Hearing on an Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for
CRA Area #1 for Site Specific Redevelopment Plan located at 201-
205 West 3rd Street (Hedde Building)
Council action will take place under Resolution item I-2.
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, AICP
Meeting:June 20, 2017
Subject:Amendment to Redevelopment Plan for CRA Area #1
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, AICP CRA Director
Background
In 2000, the Grand Island City Council declared property referred to as CRA Area #1 as
blighted and substandard and approved a generalized redevelopment plan for the
property. The generalized redevelopment plan authorized the use of Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) for the acquisition of property, redevelopment of property, site
preparation including demolition, landscaping and parking. TIF can also be used for
improvements to and expansion of existing infrastructure including but not limited to:
streets, water, sewer, drainage.
Hedde Building LLC, the owner of the Hedde Building has submitted a proposed
amendment to the redevelopment plan that would provide for renovation and
redevelopment of this property for commercial and residential uses at 201-205 W 3rd
Street in Grand Island, Nebraska.
The CRA reviewed the proposed development plan on May 17, 2017 and forwarded it to
the Hall County Regional Planning Commission for recommendation at their meeting on
June 7, 2017. The CRA also sent notification to the City Clerk of their intent to enter into
a redevelopment contract for this project pending Council approval of the plan
amendment.
The Hall County Regional Planning Commission held a public hearing on the plan
amendment at a meeting on June 7, 2017. The Planning Commission approved
Resolution 2017-09 in support of the proposed amendment, declaring the proposed
amendment to be consistent with the Comprehensive Development Plan for the City of
Grand Island. The CRA forwarded the redevelopment plan along with the
recommendation of the Planning Commission to the City Council for consideration by
motion at its meeting on June 14, 2017.
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Discussion
Tonight, Council will hold a public hearing to take testimony on the proposed plan
amendment (including the cost benefit analysis that was performed regarding this
proposed project) and to enter into the record a copy of the plan amendment that would
authorize a redevelopment contract under consideration by the CRA.
Council is being asked to approve a resolution approving the cost benefit analysis as
presented in the redevelopment plan along with the amended redevelopment plan for
CRA Area #1 and authorizes the CRA to execute a contract for TIF based on the plan
amendment. The redevelopment plan amendment specifies that the TIF will be used to
offset allowed costs for renovation and rehabilitation of this property for commercial
office uses. The cost benefit analysis included in the plan finds that this project meets the
statutory requirements for as eligible TIF project and that it will not negatively impact
existing services within the community or shift additional costs onto the current residents
of Grand Island and the impacted school districts. There is more than $2,400,000 of
identified expenses eligible for tax increment financing associated with the proposed
redevelopment plan amendment. The bond for this project will be issued for a period of
15 years and will end upon final payment of the bond principal and any associated
interest. The proposed bond for this project will be issued for the expected TIF proceeds
for the 15 year period of $603,425.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve the resolution
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
The CRA and Hall County Regional Planning Commission recommend that the Council
approve the Resolution necessary for the adoption and implementation of this plan.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution as submitted.
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Redevelopment Plan Amendment
Grand Island CRA Area 1
May 2017
The Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) of the City of Grand Island
intends to amend the Redevelopment Plan for Area 1 with in the city, pursuant to
the Nebraska Community Development Law (the “Act”) and provide for the
financing of a specific infrastructure related project in Area 1.
Executive Summary:
Project Description
THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE BUILDING LOCATED AT 201-205 W 3rd
STREET FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL USES, INCLUDING FIRE/LIFE
SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS AND BUILDING REHABILITATION AND
REMODELING.
The use of Tax Increment Financing to aid in rehabilitation expenses associated with
redevelopment of the Hedde Building located at 201-205 W 3rd Street into a mixed use
building containing 16 one bedroom apartments on the second and third floors and
commercial space on the first floor and the basement. The use of Tax Increment
Financing is an integral part of the development plan and necessary to make this project
affordable. The project will result in renovating this historic building into a combination
of commercial space and market rate residential units. The addition of the residential
units is consistent with the downtown redevelopment plan and priorities to add 50
residential units downtown by 2019. With these units, 31 new residential units have been
proposed since 2015. This project would not be possible without the use of TIF.
Hedde Building LLC is the owner of the property. Hedde Building LLC purchased this
property in 2016. The purchase price is not included as an eligible TIF activity. The
building is currently vacant. The developer is responsible for and has provided evidence
that they can secure adequate debt-financing to cover the costs associated with the
remodeling and rehabilitation of this building. The Grand Island Community
Redevelopment Authority (CRA) intends to pledge the ad valorem taxes generated over
the 15- year period beginning January 1, 2019 towards the allowable costs and associated
financing for the renovation of this building.
TAX INCREMENT FINANCING TO PAY FOR THE REHABILITATION OF THE
PROPERTY WILL COME FROM THE FOLLOWING REAL PROPERTY:
Property Description (the “Redevelopment Project Area”)
201-205 W 3rd Street in Grand Island Nebraska (Hedde Building)
Legal Descriptions: Lot One (1) in Block Sixty -Five (65) Original Town, Grand
Island, Hall County, Nebraska
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Existing Land Use and Subject Property
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The tax increment will be captured for the tax years for which the payments become
delinquent in years 2019 through 2033 inclusive.
The real property ad valorem taxes on the current valuation will continue to be paid
to the normal taxing entities. The increase will come from rehabilitation of this
vacant historic building for commercial and residential uses as permitted in the B3
Heavy Business Zoning District.
Statutory Pledge of Taxes.
In accordance with Section 18-2147 of the Act and the terms of the Resolution
providing for the issuance of the TIF Note, the Authority hereby provides that any ad
valorem tax on the Redevelopment Project Area for the benefit of any public body be
divided for a period of fifteen years after the effective date of this provision as set forth in
the Redevelopment Contract, consistent with this Redevelopment Plan. Said taxes shall
be divided as follows:
a. That portion of the ad valorem tax which is produced by levy at the rate
fixed each year by or for each public body upon the redevelopment project valuation shall
be paid into the funds, of each such public body in the same proportion as all other taxes
collected by or for the bodies; and
b. That portion of the ad valorem tax on real property in the
redevelopment project in excess of such amount, if any, shall be allocated to and, when
collected, paid into a special fund of the Authority to pay the principal of; the interest on,
and any premiums due in connection with the bonds, loans, notes, or advances on money
to, or indebtedness incurred by, whether funded, refunded, assumed, or otherwise, such
Authority for financing or refinancing, in whole or in part, a redevelopment project.
When such bonds, loans, notes, advances of money, or indebtedness including interest
and premium due have been paid, the Authority shall so notify the County Assessor and
County Treasurer and all ad valorem taxes upon real property in such redevelopment
project shall be paid into the funds of the respective public bodies.
Pursuant to Section 18-2150 of the Act, the ad valorem tax so divided is hereby pledged
to the repayment of loans or advances of money, or the incurring of any indebtedness,
whether funded, refunded, assumed, or otherwise, by the CRA to finance or refinance, in
whole or in part, the redevelopment project, including the payment of the principal of,
premium, if any, and interest on such bonds, loans, notes, advances, or indebtedness.
Redevelopment Plan Amendment Complies with the Act:
The Community Development Law requires that a Redevelopment Plan and Project
consider and comply with a number of requirements. This Plan Amendment meets the
statutory qualifications as set forth below.
1. The Redevelopment Project Area has been declared blighted and substandard by
action of the Grand Island City Council on December 19, 2000.[§18-2109] Such
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declaration was made after a public hearing with full compliance with the public
notice requirements of §18-2115 of the Act.
2. Conformation to the General Plan for the Municipality as a whole. [§18-2103 (13)
(a) and §18-2110]
Grand Island adopted a Comprehensive Plan on July 13, 2004. This redevelopment plan
amendment and project are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, in that no changes in
the Comprehensive Plan elements are intended. This plan merely provides funding for
the developer to rehabilitate the building for permitted uses on this property as defined by
the current and effective zoning regulations. The Hall County Regional Planning
Commission held a public hearing at their meeting on June 7, 2017 and passed
Resolution 2017-09 confirming that this project is consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan for the City of Grand Island.
3. The Redevelopment Plan must be sufficiently complete to address the following
items: [§18-2103(13) (b)]
a. Land Acquisition:
The Redevelopment Plan for Area 1 provides for real property acquisition and this plan
amendment does not prohibit such acquisition. There is no proposed acquisition by the
authority.
b. Demolition and Removal of Structures:
The project to be implemented with this plan does not provide for the demolition and
removal any structures on this property.
c. Future Land Use Plan
See the attached map from the 2004 Grand Island Comprehensive Plan. All of the area
around the site in private ownership is planned for Downtown Commercial development;
this includes housing and commercial uses within the same structure. This property is in
private ownership. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111] The attached map also is an accurate site
plan of the area after redevelopment. [§18-2111(5)]
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City of Grand Island Future Land Use Map
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d. Changes to zoning, street layouts and grades or building codes or ordinances or
other Planning changes.
The area is zoned B3-Heavy Business zone. No zoning changes are anticipated with this
project. No changes are anticipated in street layouts or grades. No changes are
anticipated in building codes or ordinances. Nor are any other planning changes
contemplated. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111]
e. Site Coverage and Intensity of Use
The developer is rehabilitating the existing building. The developer is not proposing to
increase the size of the building and current building meets the applicable regulations
regarding site coverage and intensity of use. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111]
f. Additional Public Facilities or Utilities
Sewer and water are available to support this development. The developer will be
required to extend a water line capable of providing sufficient water for the sprinkler
system required to convert this building in a multifamily apartment building.
Electric utilities are sufficient for the proposed use of this building.
No other utilities would be impacted by the development.
The developer will be responsible for replacing any sidewalks damaged during
construction of the project.
No other utilities would be impacted by the development. [§18-2103(b) and §18-2111]
4. The Act requires a Redevelopment Plan provide for relocation of individuals and
families displaced as a result of plan implementation. This property, owned by the
developer, is vacant and has been vacant for more than 1 year; no relocation is
contemplated or necessary. [§18-2103.02]
5. No member of the Authority, nor any employee thereof holds any interest in any
property in this Redevelopment Project Area. [§18-2106] Sue Pirnie a member of the
Authority is an investor in Hedde Building LLC. As an investor in the project she will
recuse herself from any decisions regarding this project. No other members of the
authority or staff of the CRA have any interest in this property.
6. Section 18-2114 of the Act requires that the Authority consider:
a. Method and cost of acquisition and preparation for redevelopment and estimated
proceeds from disposal to redevelopers.
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The developer owns this property and acquisition is not part of the request for tax
increment financing. The estimated costs of rehabilitation of this property is $2,840,322
along with $295,000 for site improvement and planning related expenses for
Architectural and Engineering services of $250,400 and are included as a TIF eligible
expense. Legal, Developer and Audit Fees including a reimbursement to the City and the
CRA of $124,373 are included as TIF eligible expense. The total of eligible expenses for
this project is $3,510,095. The CRA has been asked to grant $240,000 to this project to
offset the cost of life safety improvements and $300,000 for façade improvements. The
total eligible expenses for this project less other grant funds by the CRA is $2,970,095.
No property will be transferred to redevelopers by the Authority. The developer will
provide and secure all necessary financing.
b. Statement of proposed method of financing the redevelopment project.
The developer will provide all necessary financing for the project. The Authority will
assist the project by granting the sum of $603,425 from the proceeds of the TIF it is
anticipated that this will generate a loan of $420,000. This indebtedness will be repaid
from the Tax Increment Revenues generated from the project. TIF revenues shall be
made available to repay the original debt and associated interest after January 1, 2019
through December 2033.
c. Statement of feasible method of relocating displaced families.
No families will be displaced as a result of this plan.
7. Section 18-2113 of the Act requires:
Prior to recommending a redevelopment plan to the governing body for approval, an
authority shall consider whether the proposed land uses and building requirements in the
redevelopment project area are designed with the general purpose of accomplishing, in
conformance with the general plan, a coordinated, adjusted, and harmonious development
of the city and its environs which will, in accordance with present and future needs,
promote health, safety, morals, order, convenience, prosperity, and the general welfare, as
well as efficiency and economy in the process of development, including, among other
things, adequate provision for traffic, vehicular parking, the promotion of safety from
fire, panic, and other dangers, adequate provision for light and air, the promotion of the
healthful and convenient distribution of population, the provision of adequate
transportation, water, sewerage, and other public utilities, schools, parks, recreational and
community facilities, and other public requirements, the promotion of sound design and
arrangement, the wise and efficient expenditure of public funds, and the prevention of the
recurrence of insanitary or unsafe dwelling accommodations or conditions of blight.
The Authority has considered these elements in proposing this Plan Amendment. This
amendment, in and of itself will promote consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. This
will have the intended result of preventing recurring elements of unsafe buildings and
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blighting conditions. This will accomplish the goal of both the Downtown Business
Improvement District and the Grand Island City Council of increasing the number of
residential units available in the Downtown area.
8. Time Frame for Development
Development of this project is anticipated to be completed between July 2017 and
December of 2018. Excess valuation should be available for this project for 15 years
beginning with the 2019 tax year.
9. Justification of Project
This is a historic building in downtown Grand Island that will be preserved with this
project. The addition of a new upper-story residential unit is consistent with goals to
build 50 new residential units in downtown Grand Island by 2019 and with the goals of
the 2014 Grand Island housing study and Grow Grand Island. The main floor and
basement will be used for commercial tenant space.
10. Cost Benefit Analysis Section 18-2113 of the Act, further requires the Authority
conduct a cost benefit analysis of the plan amendment in the event that tax increment
financing will be used. This analysis must address specific statutory issues.
As authorized in the Nebraska Community Development Law, §18-2147, Neb. Rev. Stat.
(2012), the City of Grand Island has analyzed the costs and benefits of the proposed
Redevelopment Project, including:
Project Sources and Uses. Approximately $603,000 in public funds from tax increment
financing provided by the Grand Island Community Redevelopment Authority will be
required to complete the project. This property has requested a life/safety grant of
$240,000 and an additional façade improvement grant of $300,000. This investment by
the Authority will leverage $2,803,493 in private sector financing; a private investment of
$2.45 for every TIF and grant dollar investment.
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Use of Funds.
Description TIF Funds Other Grants Private Funds Total
Site Acquisition $150,000 $150,000
Legal and Plan*$124,373 $124,373
Engineering/Arch $250,400 $250,400
Tenant
Buildout/Furnishings $295,000 $295,000
Renovation $603,425 $1,696,8971i $2,300,322
Life Safety $240,000 $240,000
Façade $300,000 $300,000
Financing Fees $88,000 $88,000
Contingency $198,823 $198,823
TOTALS $603,425 $540,000 $2,803,493 $3,946,918
Tax Revenue. The property to be redeveloped is anticipated to have a January 1, 2018,
valuation of approximately $101,218. Based on the 2016 levy this would result in a real
property tax of approximately $2,200. It is anticipated that the assessed value will
increase by $1,851,184 upon full completion, as a result of the site redevelopment. This
development will result in an estimated tax increase of over $40,228 annually. The tax
increment gained from this Redevelopment Project Area would not be available for use
as city general tax revenues, for a period of 15 years, or such shorter time as may be
required to amortize the TIF bond, but would be used for eligible private redevelopment
costs to enable this project to be realized.
Estimated 2018 assessed value:$ 101,218
Estimated taxable value after completion $ 1,952,402
Increment value $ 1,851,184
Annual TIF generated (estimated)$ 40,228
TIF bond issue $ 603,425
(a) Tax shifts resulting from the approval of the use of Tax Increment Financing;
The redevelopment project area currently has an estimated valuation of $101,218.
The proposed redevelopment will create additional valuation of $1,851,184. No tax
shifts are anticipated from the project. The project creates additional valuation that will
support taxing entities long after the project is paid off.
(b) Public infrastructure and community public service needs impacts and local tax
impacts arising from the approval of the redevelopment project;
1 This includes $1,122,186 of Historic Tax Credits
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No additional public service needs have been identified. Existing water and waste
water facilities will not be impacted by this development. The electric utility has
sufficient capacity to support the development. It is not anticipated that this will impact
schools in any significant way as these are one bedroom units located downtown. Fire
and police protection are available and should not be negatively impacted by this
development. The addition of life safety elements to this building including fire
sprinklers, reduce the chances of negative impacts to the fire department.
(c) Impacts on employers and employees of firms locating or expanding within the
boundaries of the area of the redevelopment project;
This will provide additional housing options in the downtown area consistent with the
planned development in Downtown Grand Island.
(d) Impacts on other employers and employees within the city or village and the
immediate area that are located outside of the boundaries of the area of the
redevelopment project; and
This project will not have a negative impact on other employers in any manner
different from any other expanding business within the Grand Island area. This will
provide housing options for employees of Downtown businesses that wish to live
Downtown.
(e) Any other impacts determined by the authority to be relevant to the
consideration of costs and benefits arising from the redevelopment project.
This project is consistent the goals of the Council, the Downtown BID, the CRA, and
Grow Grand Island to create additional housing units in downtown Grand Island.
Time Frame for Development
Development of this project is anticipated to be completed during between July of
2017 and December 31 of 2018. The base tax year should be calculated on the value of
the property as of January 1, 2018. Excess valuation should be available for this project
for 15 years beginning in 2019 with taxes due in 2020. Excess valuation will be used to
pay the TIF Indebtedness issued by the CRA per the contract between the CRA and the
developer for a period not to exceed 15 years or an amount not to exceed $603,425 the
projected amount of increment based upon the anticipated value of the project and current
tax rate. Based on the estimates of the expenses of the rehabilitation the developer will
spend at least $2,430,095 on TIF eligible activities in excess of other grants given. The
CRA will reserve the right to issue additional debt for this project upon notification by
the developer of sufficient expenses and valuation to support such debt in the form of a
second or third bond issuance.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item E-5
Public Hearing on CRA Area #24 Blighted and Substandard Study
for 0.74 Acres located at 701, 711 and 715 N. Howard (TAM, LLC)
Council action will take place under Resolution item I-3.
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Regional Planning Commission
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:TAM LLC Blight Study (Proposed Area 24)
C-23-2017GI
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity
Background
TAM LLC commissioned a Blight and Substandard Study for Proposed Redevelopment
Area No. 24. The study was prepared by Marvin Planning Associates of David City,
Nebraska. The study area includes approximately 0.74 acres referred to as CRA Area No.
24. The study focused on property located north of Faidley Avenue and east of Howard
Avenue. (See the attached map) On May 23, 2017, Council referred the attached study to
the Planning Commission for its review and recommendation.
The decision on whether to declare an area substandard and blighted is entirely within the
jurisdiction of the City Council.
Discussion
The Statutory authority and direction to the Planning Commission is referenced below to
explain the Planning Commission purpose in reviewing the study:
Section 18-2109
Redevelopment plan; preparation; requirements.
An authority shall not prepare a redevelopment plan for a redevelopment project
area unless the governing body of the city in which such area is located has, by
resolution adopted after a public hearing with notice provided as specified in
section 18-2115, declared such area to be a substandard and blighted area in need
of redevelopment. The governing body of the city shall submit the question of
whether an area is substandard and blighted to the planning commission or board
of the city for its review and recommendation prior to making its declaration. The
planning commission or board shall submit its written recommendations within
thirty days after receipt of the request. Upon receipt of the recommendations or
after thirty days if no recommendation is received, the governing body may make
its declaration.
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~Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska
A flow chart of the blight declaration process is shown in Figure 2.
At this time, the Council is only concerned with determining if the property is blighted
and substandard. Figure 3 is an overview of the differences between the blight and
substandard declaration and the redevelopment plan. If a declaration as blighted and
substandard is made by Council then the Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA)
can consider appropriate redevelopment plans. The redevelopment plans must also be
reviewed by the Planning Commission and approved by Council prior to final approval.
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 June 1, 2017,
19.99% of the City has been declared blighted and substandard. Area 24 would not add
enough property to the area declared blighted and substandard to cause an increase
19.99%. The CRA commissioned a study of the Veteran’s Home property (Proposed
Area 16) that covered 530 acres and would, if approved, add 2.76% to the total area
declared blighted and substandard. If both areas were to be approved and there are no
changes in the city limits or areas declared blighted and substandard, 22.75% of the city
would be declared blighted and substandard. It does not appear that the declaration of
Area 24 would significantly impact the City’s ability to declare other areas blighted and
substandard.
Redevelopment Area 23
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Study
Commissioned by
CRA
Study Commissioned
by Other Agency
Study Presented to
CRA
Study Presented to
Council
May Be Forwarded
to RPC
Study Sent to
RPC for Review
and
Recommendation
Council Chooses not
to Forward Study to
RPC
No Declaration Made
RPC Reviews
Study and Makes
Recommendation
within 30 Days
Council
Considers
Substandard
and Blighted
Declaration
Council Chooses not to
Make Substandard and
Blighted Declaration. No
Redevelopment Plans May
be Considered
Council Declares Area
Substandard and Blighted.
Redevelopment Plans
May be Considered by
the CRA
Process for Declaring an area of the City
Substandard and Blighted
Figure 2 Blight Declaration Process (Planning Commission Recommendation is the second purple
box).
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Substandard and
Blighted Declaration vs.
Redevelopment Plan
Substandard and
Blighted Declaration
A Study of the
Existing Conditions of
the Property in
Question
Does the property
meet one or more
Statutory Conditions
of Blight?
Does the Property
meet one or more
Statutory Conditions
of Substandard
Property?
Is the declaration in
the best interest of
the City?
Redevelopment
Plan
What kinds of
activities and
improvements are
necessary to alleviate
the conditions that
make the property
blighted and
substandard?
How should those
activities and
improvements be
paid for?
Will those activities
and improvements
further the
implementation of the
general plan for the
City?
Figure 3 Blight and Substandard Declaration compared to a Redevelopment Plan
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It is appropriate for the Council in conducting its review and considering its decision
regarding the substandard and blighted designation to:
1.Review the study,
2.Take testimony from interested parties,
3.Review the recommendation and findings of fact identified by the Planning
Commission (Planning Commission did not identify any findings with their
motion so none are available.)
4.Make findings of fact, and
5.Include those findings of fact as part of its motion to approve or deny the request
to declare this area blighted and substandard. Council can make any findings they
choose regarding the study and the information presented during the public
hearing to support the decision of the Council members regarding this matter.
Blighted and Substandard Defined
The terms blighted and substandard have very specific meanings within the context of the
Community Redevelopment Statutes. Those terms as defined by Statute are included
below:
Section 18-2103
Terms, defined.
For purposes of the Community Development Law, unless the context otherwise
requires:
(10) Substandard areas shall mean an area in which there is a predominance of
buildings or improvements, whether nonresidential or residential in character, which,
by reason of dilapidation, deterioration, age or obsolescence, inadequate provision for
ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or open spaces, high density of population and
overcrowding, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire
and other causes, or any combination of such factors, is conducive to ill health,
transmission of disease, infant mortality, juvenile delinquency, and crime, (which
cannot be remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public
health, safety, morals, or welfare;
(11) Blighted area shall mean an area, which (a) by reason of the presence of a
substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures, existence of defective
or inadequate street layout, faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy,
accessibility, or usefulness, insanitary or unsafe conditions, deterioration of site or
other improvements, diversity of ownership, tax or special assessment delinquency
exceeding the fair value of the land, defective or unusual conditions of title, improper
subdivision or obsolete platting, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or
property by fire and other causes, or any combination of such factors, substantially
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impairs or arrests the sound growth of the community, retards the provision of
housing accommodations, or constitutes an economic or social liability and is
detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare in its present condition and
use and (b) in which there is at least one of the following conditions: (i)
Unemployment in the designated area is at least one hundred twenty percent of the
state or national average; (ii) the average age of the residential or commercial units in
the area is at least forty years; (iii) more than half of the plotted and subdivided
property in an area is unimproved land that has been within the city for forty years
and has remained unimproved during that time; (iv) the per capita income of the area
is lower than the average per capita income of the city or village in which the area is
designated; or (v) the area has had either stable or decreasing population based on the
last two decennial censuses. In no event shall a city of the metropolitan, primary, or
first class designate more than thirty-five percent of the city as blighted, a city of the
second class shall not designate an area larger than fifty percent of the city as
blighted, and a village shall not designate an area larger than one hundred percent of
the village as blighted;
~Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska
ANALYSIS-Blight and Substandard Study
The following findings are copied directly from the Study. The analysis of the
substandard and blighted factors is conducted on page 8 of the study.
FINDINGS FOR GRAND ISLAND BLIGHT STUDY AREA #24
Blight Study Area #24 has several items contributing to the Blight and Substandard Conditions. These
conditions include:
Blighted Conditions
Average age of structures is over 40 years of age
Substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures
Deterioration of site or other improvements
One-half of unimproved property is over 40 years old.
Substandard Conditions
Average age of the structures in the area is at least forty years
Based on the study these areas meet the thresholds to qualify as blighted and
substandard.
Tax increment financing would potentially be available for redevelopment projects on
any of the property included in the study.
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Recommendation
Staff recommends considering the following questions as a starting point in the analysis
of this Study and in making a determination. The City Council is ultimately responsible
for answering the question of whether the property included in the study is blighted and
substandard and whether making such a designation is in the best interest of the City.
Recommend Questions for City Council
Does this property meet the statutory requirements to be considered blighted and
substandard? (See the prior statutory references.)
Are the blighted and substandard factors distributed throughout the
Redevelopment Area, so basically good areas are not arbitrarily found to be
substandard and blighted simply because of proximity to areas which are
substandard and blighted? Is development of adjacent property necessary to
eliminate blighted and substandard conditions in the area?
Is public intervention appropriate and/or necessary for the redevelopment of the
area?
Will a blight declaration increase the likelihood of development/redevelopment in
the near future and is that in the best interest of the City?
What is the policy of the City toward increasing development and redevelopment
in this area of the City?
Findings of fact must be based on the study and testimony presented including all written
material and staff reports. The recommendation must be based on the declaration, not
based on any proposed uses of the site. All of the testimony, a copy of the study and this
memo along with any other information presented at the hearing should be entered into
the record of the hearing.
Planning Commission Recommendation
The Regional Planning Commission held a public hearing and took action on the
blight and substandard study proposed Area 24 during its meeting on June 21, 2017.
The area considered covers 0.74 (Lot 1, 2 and 3 of West View Subdivision, plus the
½ of the Howard Avenue right-of-way (to the centerline of Howard Avenue, and ½
of the alley right-of-way) north of Faidley Avenue and east of Howard Avenue
across from St. Francis Medical Center in the City of Grand Island, Nebraska. (C-23-
2017GI)
O’Neill opened the public hearing.
Nabity explained the microblight project for proposed Area 24, which is
immediately east of St. Francis Medical Center. The three lots have one house and
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two vacant lots that have gone undeveloped in the city limits. Nabity said the
owner, Jerry Huismann of TAM, would likely submit a request for tax increment
financing if the area is found to be blighted and substandard. In response to
questions, Nabity said the TIF could be used toward the cost of demolishing the
house and adding additional services to serve single-family homes or duplexes.
Sears commented that he lives on the east side of this same block and knows that
7th Street was vacated more than 40 years ago and storm sewer was located in the
vacated street. Nabity said that storm sewer may be expensive to move. Huismann
thanked Sears for the past history on the vacant lot.
O’Neill closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Ruge and seconded by Sears to recommend approval of
the blight and substandard study for Area 24 and Resolution No. 2017-11.
The motion carried with nine members in favor (Allan, O’Neill, Ruge,
Maurer, Robb, Rainforth, Rubio, Sears and Kjar) and no members voting
no or abstaining.
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
If Council wishes to approve the designation of this property as blighted and substandard,
an action required if Tax Increment Financing is to be used for the redevelopment of
properties in this area, a motion should be made to approve the Substandard and Blight
Designation for Redevelopment Area No. 24 in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska
finding the information in the study to be factual and supporting such designation. A
resolution authorizing the approval of this study has been prepared for Council
consideration.
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Grand Island, Nebraska
Blight and Substandard Study - Area 24
Completed on behalf of: TAM LLC
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City of Grand Island, Nebraska • May 2017 Page 1
PURPOSE OF THE BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD STUDY
The purpose of completing this Blight and Substandard study is to examine existing conditions
within a specific part of Grand Island. This study has been commissioned by TAM LLC in order to
analyze the possibility of declaring the area as blighted and substandard.
The City of Grand Island, when considering conditions of Blight and Substandard, will be looking
at those issues and definitions provided for in the Nebraska Community Redevelopment Law as
found in Chapter 18, Section 2104 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes, as follows:
“The governing body of a city, to the greatest extent it deems to be feasible in
carrying out the provisions of Sections 18-2101 to 18-2144, shall afford maximum
opportunity, consistent with sound needs of the city as a whole, to the rehabilitation
or redevelopment of the community redevelopment area by private enterprises. The
governing body of a city shall give consideration to this objective in exercising its
powers under sections 18-2101 to 18-2144, including the formulation of a workable
program, the approval of community redevelopment plans consistent with the
general plan for the development of the city, the exercise of its zoning powers, the
enforcement of other laws, codes, and regulations relating to the use and
occupancy of buildings and improvements, the disposition of any property acquired,
and providing of necessary public improvements”.
The Nebraska Revised Statutes §18-2105 continues by granting authority to the governing body
for formulation of a workable program. The statute reads,
“The governing body of a city or an authority at its direction for the purposes of the
Community Development Law may formulate for the entire municipality a workable
program for utilizing appropriate private and public resources to eliminate or prevent
the development or spread of urban blight, to encourage needed urban
rehabilitation, to provide for the redevelopment of substandard and blighted areas,
or to undertake such of the aforesaid activities or other feasible municipal activities
as may be suitably employed to achieve the objectives of such workable program.
Such workable program may include, without limitation, provision for the prevention
of the spread of blight into areas of the municipality which are free from blight
through diligent enforcement of housing, zoning, and occupancy controls and
standards; the rehabilitation or conservation of substandard and blighted areas or
portions thereof by replanning, removing congestion, providing parks, playgrounds,
and other public improvements by encouraging voluntary rehabilitation and by
compelling the repair and rehabilitation of deteriorated or deteriorating structures;
and the clearance and redevelopment of substandard and blighted areas or
portions thereof.”
Blight and Substandard are defined as the following:
“Substandard areas means an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or
improvements, whether nonresidential or residential in character, which, by reason of
dilapidation, deterioration, age or obsolescence, inadequate provision for
ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or open spaces, high density of population and
overcrowding, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by fire
and other causes, or any combination of such factors, is conducive to ill health,
transmission of disease, infant mortality, juvenile delinquency, and crime, (which
cannot be remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the
public health, safety, morals, or welfare;”
“Blighted area means an area, which (a) by reason of the presence of a substantial
number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures, existence of defective or
inadequate street layout, faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility,
or usefulness, insanitary or unsafe conditions, deterioration of site or other
improvements, diversity of ownership, tax or special assessment delinquency
exceeding the fair value of the land, defective or unusual conditions of title,
improper subdivision or obsolete platting, or the existence of conditions which
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endanger life or property by fire and other causes, or any combination of such
factors, substantially impairs or arrests the sound growth of the community, retards
the provision of housing accommodations, or constitutes an economic or social
liability and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare in its present
condition and use and (b) in which there is at least one of the following conditions: (i)
Unemployment in the designated area is at least one hundred twenty percent of the
state or national average; (ii) the average age of the residential or commercial units
in the area is at least forty years; (iii) more than half of the plotted and subdivided
property in an area is unimproved land that has been within the city for forty years
and has remained unimproved during that time; (iv) the per capita income of the
area is lower than the average per capita income of the city or 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 shall not designate an area larger than one
hundred percent of the as blighted;”
This Blight and Substandard Study is being considered a “micro-blight” area under the definition
established by the City of Grand Island. The Study is intended to give the Grand Island
Community Redevelopment Authority, 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.
The study area can be seen in Figure 1 of this report. A Redevelopment Plan to be submitted in
the future containing, in accordance with the law, definite local objectives regarding
appropriate land uses, improved traffic, public transportation, public utilities and other public
improvements, and the proposed land uses and building requirements in the redevelopment
area and shall include:
• The boundaries defining the blighted and substandard areas in question (including existing
uses and conditions of the property within the area), and
• A list of the conditions present which qualify the area as blighted and substandard.
BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD ELIGIBILITY STUDY
This study targets a specific area within an established part of the community for evaluation. The
area is indicated in Figure 1 of this report. The existing uses in this Micro-blight include residential
uses including accessory uses within the corporate limits of Grand Island.
Through the redevelopment process the City of Grand Island can guide future development
and redevelopment throughout the area. The use of the Community Redevelopment Act by the
City of Grand Island is intended to redevelop and improve the area. Using the Community
Redevelopment Act, the City of Grand Island can assist in the elimination of negative conditions
and implement different programs/projects identified for the City.
The following is the description of the designated area within Grand Island.
Lot 1, 2 and 3 of West View Subdivision, plus the ½ of the Howard Avenue right-of-way (to the
centerline of Howard Avenue), and ½ of the alley right-of-way.
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Study Area
Figure 1: Study Area Map
Source: Hall County GIS and Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
Note: Lines and Aerial may not match.
EEXXIISSTTIINNGG LLAANNDD UUSSEESS
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. Existing
patterns of land use are often fixed in older communities and neighborhoods, while
development in newer areas is often reflective of current development practices.
Existing Land Use Analysis within Study Area
As part of the planning process, a survey was conducted through both in-field observations, as
well as data collection online using the Hall County Assessors website. This survey noted the use
of each parcel of land within the study area. These data from the survey are analyzed in the
following paragraphs.
TABLE 1: EXISTING LAND USE, GRAND ISLAND - 2017
Type of Use Acres Percent of Developed land within the Study
Area
Percent of Study Area
Residential 0.16 100.0% 21.6%
Single-family 0.16 0.0% 21.6%
Multi-family 0 100.0% 0.0%
Manufactured Housing 0 0.0% 0.0%
Commercial 0 0.0% 0.0%
Industrial 0 0.0% 0.0%
Quasi-Public/Public 0 0.0% 0.0%
Parks/Recreation 0 0.0% 0.0%
Transportation 0 0.0% 0.0%
Total Developed Land 0.16 100.0%
Vacant/Agriculture 0.58 78.4%
Total Area 0.74 100.0%
Source: Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
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Table 1 includes the existing land uses for the entire study area. The table contains the total
acres determined per land use from the survey; next is the percentage of those areas compared
to the total developed land; and finally, the third set of data compare the all land uses to the
total area within the Study Area. The Study Area is made up of single-family (21.6%) and land
considered vacant accounts for only 78.4% of the total area.
Figure 2
Existing Land Use Map
Source: Marvin Planning Consultants, 2017
Note: Lines and Aerial may not match.
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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 that will 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: Very Good, Good, Fair,
Average, or badly worn. The data and rating system comes from the Hall County Assessor’s
database and is the same database used to value properties in the area.
Based upon the data provided to the planning team, the following is the breakdown for
structures in the study area:
• 0 ( 0.0%) structures rated as very good
• 0 ( 0.0%) structures rated as good
• 0 ( 0.0%) structure rated as fair
• 2 (50.0%) structures rated as average
• 3 ( 50.0%) structure rated as badly worn
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Legend
Deteriorating Sidewalk
Deteriorating Curb and Gutter
Deteriorating Streets
Completely deteriorated or dirt/gravel
Figure 3: Structural Conditions
Source: Hall County Assessor and Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
Note: Lines and Aerial may not match.
Based upon these data, an assumption has been made that average condition and less would
constitute less than desirable conditions due to age and conditions. It is common for older
structures to get more maintenance and upkeep in order to maintain a good or higher
condition. Even an average structure 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, 100.0% of
the structures in this study area are average condition or worse.
Due to the stated conditions found in the Hall County Assessor’s data, the condition of the
structure is a contributing factor.
Figure 4: Deterioration of Site or Other Improvements
Source: Hall County GIS, Google Earth and Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
Note: Lines and Aerial may not match.
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Deterioration of Site or Other Improvements
Site Improvements Conditions
The properties within the study area are
accessed via Howard Avenue and an alley in
the rear. In addition, the study area is served
by a sidewalk located immediately behind
the curb along Howard Avenue.
Based upon review of images of the study
area, Figure 4 was created. The Figure
indicates:
• 100% of the road surfaces serving this
study area are deteriorating
• 100% of alley way is dirt/gravel
• 100% of the curb and gutter are in a deteriorating state
• 100% of the sidewalk is in a deteriorating state
Based upon the field analysis, there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of
deterioration of site and other improvements in the Study Area.
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 - 2017
Number of Structures Construction date Age Cumulative Age
1 1931 86 86
1 1984 33 33
0
Total Cummulative 2 119
Average Age 59.5 Source: Hall County Assessor’s and Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
Within the study area there are two primary structures. After researching the structural age on
the Hall County Assessor’s and Treasurer’s websites, the following breakdown was determined:
• 1 (50.0%) unit was determined to be 40 years of age or older
• 1 (50.0%) unit was determined to be less than 40 years of age
However, when examining the age based upon a cumulative approach, as in Table 2, the
average age of the primary structures is equal to 59.5 years; thus, meeting the requirements of
the statutes.
The age of the structures would be a direct contributing factor.
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Figure 5: Unit Age Map
Source: Hall County GIS, Hall County Assessor and Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
Note: Lines and Aerial may not match.
Blighting Summary
These conditions are contributing to the blighted conditions of the study area.
Criteria under Part A of the Blight Definition
• Substantial number of deteriorating structures
o Within the study are 100.0% of the structures were deemed to be in either average or
badly worn condition.
• Deterioration of site or other improvements
o 100% of sidewalks are in a deteriorating condition
o 100% of the curb and gutter along Howard Avenue is in a deteriorating condition
o 100% of Howard Avenue is in a deteriorating condition
o 100% of the alley is unpaved and is dirt/gravel
• One-half of unimproved property is over 40 years old.
o The southern portion of the study has been within the corporate limits for over 40 years
and is undeveloped.
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 1 (50.0%) buildings or improvements were determined to be 40 years of age or older
o 1 (50.0%) buildings or improvements were determined to be less than 40 years of age
o The average age based upon a cumulative age calculation is 59.5 years.
The other criteria for Blight were not present in the area, these included:
• Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth
• Stable or decreasing population based upon the last two decennial census
• Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions
• Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes
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• Faulty Lot Layout
• Improper Subdivision or Obsolete Platting
• Defective/Inadequate street layouts
• Diversity of Ownership
• 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.
•
• 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/commercial units in the area is at least 40 years
Age of structures can be a contributing factor to the blighted and substandard conditions in an
area. Statutes allow for a predominance of 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 3: AVERAGE STRUCTURAL AGE, BY CUMMULATIVE METHOD - 2017
Number of Structures Construction date Age Cumulative Age
1 1931 86 86
1 1984 33 33
0
Total Cummulative 2 119
Average Age 59.5 Source: Hall County Assessor’s and Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
Within the study area there is a total of two primary structures. After researching the structural
age on the Hall County Assessor’s and Treasurer’s websites, the following breakdown was
determined:
• 1 (50.0%) unit was determined to be 40 years of age or older
• 1 (50.0%) unit was determined to be less than 40 years of age
However, when examining the age based upon a cumulative approach, as in Table 2, the
average age of the primary structures is equal to 59.5 years; thus, meeting the requirements of
the statutes.
The age of the structures would be a direct contributing factor.
Figure 6: Unit Age Map
Source: Hall County GIS, Hall County Assessor and Marvin Planning Consultants 2017
Note: Lines and Aerial may not match.
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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 in Grand Island meets the defintion of Substandard as defined in the Revised
Nebraska State Statutes.
FINDINGS FOR GRAND ISLAND BLIGHT STUDY AREA #24
Blight Study Area #24 has several items contributing to the Blight and Substandard Conditions.
These conditions include:
Blighted Conditions
• Average age of structures is over 40 years of age
• Substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures
• Deterioration of site or other improvements
• One-half of unimproved property is over 40 years old.
Substandard Conditions
• Average age of the structures in the area is at least forty years
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item F-1
#9634 - Consideration of Vacation of a Portion of College Street;
Lafayette Avenue to Custer Avenue
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:June 27, 2017
Subject:Consideration of Vacation of a Portion of College Street;
Lafayette Avenue to Custer Avenue
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Scarff’s Addition to West Lawn Subdivision was platted in October 1888, with College
Street as a public street within such subdivision.
The City has received a request from Grand Island Public Schools (GIPS) to vacate the
portion of College Street within the borders of Grand Island High School. The vacation is
needed at this time so that the school can fully develop plans for their new stadium.
Discussion
With a large investment being made for upgrades and improvements in Memorial
Stadium, as well as to provide a safe atmosphere for Grand Island Senior High students
walking to and from the school building to the stadium regularly it has been requested to
close a portion of College Street, from Lafayette Avenue to Custer Avenue.
In September 2010, GIPS hired a local engineering consultant to study (attached) the
effects of the closure of College between Custer and Lafayette. The street was closed for
a period of one month from September to October 2010. Traffic turning movement
counts as well as Average Daily Traffic (ADT) counts were observed at surrounding
intersections and streets around the high school. The real-life closure allowed for actual
shifts in travel patterns instead of relying solely on projections to redistribute College
Street traffic to surrounding streets. Results of the study are consistent with what would
be expected.
Seven (7) years have passed since data was collected with some network changes and
some increase in traffic; this is expected to have little impact on the report’s conclusions
other than to add support for segregating traffic between arterials and local streets. One
factor that was not included in the study is the anticipated 2021 5-Points intersection
improvements that should have a positive impact on this area.
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Upon review of this data, it was clear that some local streets in the area experienced
higher traffic volumes. It was also determined that the operational performance of the
streets and intersections studied, wasn’t greatly improved or lowered due to the closure.
Most traffic from College Street shifted south to State Street. It is possible with the
recent expansion and improvements of Capital Avenue, more traffic would shift north to
Capital Avenue than south to State Street. A more detailed study would be necessary to
confirm this. There are no plans for such a study as moving traffic to Capital Avenue and
State Street (the most accessible arterials) is desirable as it improves network safety and
efficiency. Future effort may be needed to improve traffic on State Street as traffic
volumes grow. While it may shift patterns, the closure of this single block of street that
runs through the campus of GIPS is not anticipated to cause harm to the system of travel
in this area.
Land use and traffic volume, have the greatest effect on determining a streets
configuration. College Street is a local road passing through the Grand Island Senior
High campus. The portion passing through the campus currently functions largely like a
drive passing through a parking lot with pedestrians crossing from one part of the campus
to another. This effect, along with pedestrian traffic, is anticipated to increase with the
planned improvements. Public Works agrees that vacating the street would improve
safety and is in the best interest of the community, provided the resulting pavement
configuration does not permit vehicles to continue move through the campus from Custer
Avenue to Lafayette Avenue.
With the continued development of Grand Island, the high school is experiencing growth
in student population. With this, more students are crossing this street for parking and
athletic facilities on the opposite side of the street from the main school building. The
closure of this street will make for a safer campus environment for not only the students,
but the faculty and general public that attends events at the high school.
An easement will be retained to allow for access to existing City utilities within this
section of College Street.
Comments/concerns from City Police and Fire Departments regarding this requested
closure are attached for reference.
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 vacating College Street from
Lafayette Avenue to Custer Avenue as requested.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the ordinance.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .............................................................................................................................. 1
1.0 INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE ..................................................................................................... 2
2.0 DATA COLLECTION ............................................................................................................................. 2
2.1 PEAK HOUR TURNING MOVEMENT COUNTS................................................................................................ 2
2.2 FIELD REVIEW OF STREET GEOMETRICS .................................................................................................... 4
3.0 EXISTING TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ...................................................................................................... 4
3.1 EXISTING NETWORK CHARACTERISTICS ..................................................................................................... 4
3.2 EXISTING CONDITIONS CAPACITY ANALYSIS ............................................................................................... 4
3.3 EXISTING GEOMETRIC IMPROVEMENT EVALUATION ..................................................................................... 7
4.0 CLOSURE CONDITIONS .................................................................................................................... 11
4.1 CLOSURE CONDITIONS NETWORK CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................... 11
4.2 CLOSURE CONDITIONS CAPACITY ANALYSIS ............................................................................................ 11
4.3 CLOSURE CONDITIONS GEOMETRIC IMPROVEMENT EVALUATION ............................................................... 14
5.0 SCENARIO COMPARISON ................................................................................................................ 16
5.1 PEAK HOUR VOLUME TRENDS ................................................................................................................. 16
5.2 ADT VOLUME TRENDS ............................................................................................................................ 16
6.0 CONCLUSIONS ................................................................................................................................... 19
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1: UNSIGNALIZED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA .................................................................................... 4
TABLE 2: SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA ........................................................................................ 5
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LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1. VICINITY MAP ............................................................................................................................ 3
FIGURE 2. EXISTING LANE CONFIGURATIONS & TRAFFIC CONTROL .............................................................. 5
FIGURE 3. EXISTING CONDITIONS PEAK HOUR VOLUMES ............................................................................ 6
FIGURE 4. EXISTING CONDITIONS CAPACITY ANALYSIS SUMMARY ................................................................ 8
FIGURE 5. EXISTING CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED LANE CONFIGURATIONS & TRAFFIC CONTROL ................ 10
FIGURE 6. CLOSURE CONDITIONS PEAK HOUR VOLUMES .......................................................................... 12
FIGURE 7. CLOSURE CONDITIONS CAPACITY ANALYSIS SUMMARY ............................................................. 13
FIGURE 8. CLOSURE CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED LANE CONFIGURATIONS & TRAFFIC CONTROL ............... 15
FIGURE 9. PEAK HOUR VOLUME TREND .................................................................................................... 17
FIGURE 10. ADT VOLUME TREND ............................................................................................................... 18
LIST OF APPENDICIES
APPENDIX A ................................................. EXISTING CONDITIONS CAPACITY ANALYSIS RESULTS
APPENDIX B ................................................. CLOSURE CONDITIONS CAPACITY ANALYSIS RESULTS
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COLLEGE STREET CLOSURE ANALYSIS
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY
PREPARED FOR
GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MARCH 2012
OA PROJECT NO. 009-0622
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1.0 INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE
This report documents results of traffic analyses conducted to identify changes in driving
patterns and impacts to the surrounding roadway network that would be associated with a
potential closure of College Street from just east of the existing Grand Island Senior High faculty
parking lot west access to Lafayette Avenue. In order to reduce the use of engineering
assumptions in the analysis, the City of Grand Island replicated the limits of this potential
closure from September 12, 2010 to October 17, 2010 using approved traffic control devices.
College Street is an east/west collector roadway in Grand Island, Nebraska.
Two separate traffic conditions were analyzed as part of this study: Existing Traffic Conditions
and Closure Conditions. A map showing the general location of the potential roadway closure
and the study intersections for this analysis is illustrated in Figure 1.
2.0 DATA COLLECTION
The data collection effort included conducting peak hour turning movement counts, average
daily traffic (ADT) counts, and documentation of current roadway geometrics and traffic control.
The traffic data was collected from September through November of 2010.
2.1 Peak Hour Turning Movement Counts
Olsson Associates (OA) supervised the data collection effort of intersection turning movement
counts conducted by individuals who had previously participated in a traffic count training
session led by OA. Peak hour traffic counts were conducted at the following intersections:
• Forrest Street & Custer Avenue
• Forrest Street & Lafayette Avenue
• Forrest Street & Broadwell Avenue
• College Street & Custer Avenue
• College Street & Lafayette Avenue
• College Street & Broadwell Avenue
• State Street & Custer Avenue
• State Street & Lafayette Avenue
• State Street & Broadwell Avenue/Eddy Street (Five Points)
Existing turning movement counts were collected on September 8, 2010. Turning movement
counts under Closure Conditions were collected on October 13, 2010, several weeks after the
start of the closure to allow for new driving patterns to become established. The counts were
conducted during the AM and PM peak periods of school traffic and adjacent street traffic flow
(7:00am – 9:00am and 3:00pm – 6:00pm). The peak hour counts included heavy vehicle and
pedestrian volume documentation at all count locations.
The City of Grand Island collected ADT counts at a combination of arterial, collector and
neighborhood streets in the vicinity of the school while College Street was under temporary
closure in October 2010 and again after College Street had been re-opened in November 2010.
The ADT counts were collected on Capital Avenue, Forrest Street, Waugh Street, State Street,
Sherman Boulevard, and Howard Avenue. In both cases, the ADT data was collected over a
period of one week.
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- Study IntersectionFIGURE1LEGEND3Vicinity MapCuster Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
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2.2 Field Review of Street Geometrics
A complete review of the existing roadway network including roadway type, general roadway
geometrics, and traffic control device locations was completed as part of the data collection
effort. Cross-section measurements and turn bay storage lengths were collected on each leg of
the study intersections. To aid in the development of recommendations, a photographic
inventory and field sketches of each intersection were included as part of the data collection
task. Existing traffic signal timings for the intersections of State Street & Custer Avenue and the
Five Points intersection were obtained from the City of Grand Island for use in the capacity
analysis.
3.0 EXISTING TRAFFIC CONDITIONS
Existing traffic conditions were evaluated to identify any existing deficiencies and to provide a
baseline for comparison purposes.
3.1 Existing Network Characteristics
Within the study area, Broadwell Avenue is currently a five-lane roadway with a two-way-left-
turn-lane north of State Street. Broadwell Avenue has a posted speed limit of 35 mph north of
College Street and 30 mph south of College Street. Forrest Street, College Street, State Street,
Custer Avenue, and Lafayette Avenue are two-lane roadways with a posted speed limit of 25
mph in the study area. The intersection of State Street & Custer Avenue and the Five Points
intersection are signalized. The remaining study intersections are unsignalized. The
intersection of College Street & Custer Avenue currently operates as a four-way stop control
intersection.
Existing lane configurations and traffic control measures for the study network are illustrated in
Figure 2. The existing peak hour turn-movement volumes are illustrated in Figure 3.
3.2 Existing Conditions Capacity Analysis
Capacity analyses were performed for all of the study intersections utilizing the existing lane
configurations and traffic control. Analyses were conducted using Synchro, Version 7.0 which is
based on the Highway Capacity Manual delay methodologies. For simplicity, the amount of
control delay is equated to a grade or Level of Service (LOS) based on thresholds of driver
acceptance. The amount of delay is assigned a letter grade A through F, LOS A representing
little or no delay and LOS F representing very high delay. Table 1 and Table 2 show the delays
associated with each LOS grade for unsignalized and signalized intersections, respectively.
TABLE 1: UNSIGNALIZED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA
Level-of-Service Average Control Delay (sec)
A < 10
B > 10-15
C > 15-25
D > 25-35
E > 35-50
F >50
Highway Capacity Manual (HCM 2000)
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FIGURE2LEGEND5- Stop Sign- Stop Control IntersectionS- Lane Configuration and Storage LengthXX’Configurations & Traffic ControlExisting LaneCuster Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.- Signalized IntersectionSSSSSSSTWLTL TWLTL
75’75’75’75’
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FIGURE36LEGEND- Peak Hour VolumeAM (PM)- Stop Sign- Stop Control IntersectionS- Signalized IntersectionCuster Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.SSSSSSS(0) 0(5) 1026 (16)
146 (85)(13) 489 (63)
18 (13)(5) 4(8) 641 (26)
69 (50)254 (161)47 (45)
35 (29)
60 (61)
51 (48)191 (266)(6) 423 (32)
26 (16)
53 (32)246 (294)164 (171)(79) 43 34 (53)10 (21)19 (26)1 (4)(75) 53(48) 28(43) 31
30 (18)71 (37)2 (11)2 (6)
2 (1)(95) 55431 (413)(79) 127(13) 43(56) 49(124) 113
62 (75)76 (85)25 (27)168 (170)(39) 38(65) 62(22) 1884 (60)(13) 6
34 (37)
(218) 299
(418) 469
454 (472)29 (22)74 (57)(66) 53(255) 192(45) 39188 (179)33 (28)(1) 6 (48) 27(328) 2791 (5)5 (6)459 (270)29 (47)92 (45)(14) 23(102) 78(34) 33(58) 23
28 (50)
402 (408)
326 (310)(130) 105(47) 93
(406) 286
(82) 87
(236) 251 (150) 935 (15)13 (8)(30) 23
(90) 136
(21) 10
(134) 92 (8) 24(37) 31
(187) 197
(47) 50
(10) 14
(47) 38
11 (24)36 (3)
(33) 45
(19) 15
(3) 5
(11) 16Existing ConditionsPeak Hour VolumesCollege St.State St.0 (35)3 (4)3 (8)23 (4)0 (23)3 (6)0 (2)2 (16)0 (10)4 (0)3 (10)0 (23)1 (1)1 (265)125 (126)Forrest St.1 (3)2 (0)2 (1)7 (5)18 (3)14 (28)4 (15)12 (4)10 (13)Custer
Ave.
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TABLE 2: SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA
Level-of-Service Average Control Delay (sec)
A < 10
B > 10-20
C > 20-35
D > 35-55
E > 55-80
F > 80
Highway Capacity Manual (HCM 2000)
Results of the analyses indicate that the existing signalized intersection of State Street & Custer
Avenue operates at LOS B during both peak periods. All individual movements at this
intersection also operate at LOS B during the peak hours of operation. The Five Points
intersection operates at LOS E and LOS D during the AM and PM peak hour periods,
respectively. The southbound movement from Broadwell Avenue to Eddy Street operates at
LOS F during both peak periods. The southbound through/right movement operates at LOS E
during the AM peak hour. All other movements at this intersection operate at LOS D or better.
In general, the fifth leg at this intersection results in non-typical geometrics and additional traffic
movements that must compete for green time. As a result, when volumes increase during the
peak hours of operation, individual movements may begin to experience breakdowns. This is
most evident for southbound movements on Broadwell Avenue.
At the unsignalized intersection of Lafayette Avenue & College Street, northbound movements
operate at LOS E during both peak periods. The southbound movements operate at LOS F
during the AM peak hour and LOS E during the PM peak hour. The vehicle delays during the
peak hours at this intersection are increased due to the east/west pedestrian volumes at this
intersection. All other individual movements operate at LOS D or better during both peak
periods.
No unsignalized intersections are expected to warrant signalization based on Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) criteria. The Existing Conditions capacity analysis
summary is illustrated in Figure 4. Detailed results may be found in Appendix A.
3.3 Existing Geometric Improvement Evaluation
Outside of capacity analysis results, the need for improvements at study intersections utilizing
existing traffic volumes was evaluated further using two separate criteria. The first geometric
improvement evaluation utilized the procedures of The National Cooperative Highway Research
Program (NCHRP) Report 457 on evaluating intersection improvements. Using NCHRP 457
methods, the need for left-turn and right-turn lanes on the major road or a two-lane approach on
the minor road was evaluated at all study intersections. No warrants for geometric improvement
were satisfied at any of the study intersections based on NCHRP 457.
Storage lengths of existing turning lanes were also evaluated based on Nebraska Department of
Roads (NDOR) Roadway Design Manual Chapter 4 methodologies. Based on this evaluation
and queue reports from the capacity analysis software, storage length increases are
recommended for several turning lanes at the intersection of State Street & Custer Avenue.
These recommendations are for storage lengths only and do not include any taper or
deceleration lengths.
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FIGURE4LEGEND- Movement LOSAM (PM)8- Stop Sign- Stop Control IntersectionS- Signalized Intersection LOSAM (PM)Custer Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.SSSSSSS(A) B (A) A(B) DC (B)D (C)
(C) D
(A) A(A) A(B) B(C) B(B) B(B) BA (A)
A (A)F (E)C (C)
(E) E (A) A(C) C C (C)C (C)A (A)A (A)(A) AB (B)E (D)(B) B
(B) B
B (B)
B (B)B (B)B (B)(B) B(B) B(D) D
(C) C (C) C(D) DC (C)
F (F)
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The following details each traffic improvement recommended for the study area. These
recommended improvements to the existing roadway network are illustrated in Figure 5.
College Street & Lafayette Avenue
The delay currently being experienced by traffic at this intersection is primarily
associated with the large east/west pedestrian volumes during the peak hours of
operation. Pedestrian volumes at this intersection are larger than at any other
intersection within the study area. Although a detailed crash history was not referenced
for this intersection, in the interest of pedestrian safety, it is recommended that this
intersection be converted to an all-way stop intersection by adding a stop sign on the
eastbound and westbound approaches. This recommendation is based upon guidelines
provided in the MUTCD that allow for consideration of all-way stop control at
intersections near large pedestrian generators where entering vehicle volumes are
relatively balanced on all approaches. The implementation of this improvement is
expected to simplify the decision making process for both drivers and pedestrians, and a
corresponding reduction in overall delay is anticipated.
State Street & Custer Avenue
Traffic currently operates at an acceptable level-of-service at this intersection during the
peak hours. However, increases in turn lane storage lengths are proposed to provide
sufficient storage and allow for thru vehicle spillback during the peak hours of operation.
• Extend the eastbound left-turn lane from 75' to 150'
• Extend the westbound left-turn lane from 75' to 150'
• Extend the southbound left-turn lane from 75' to 125'
• Extend the northbound left-turn lane from 75' to 125'
Five Points intersection
Traffic operations at this intersection are currently undesirable during the peak hours of
operation, specifically the southbound movements. Although large scale intersection
geometric improvements would be required to correct many of the issues with this
intersection, recommendations of that type would require additional analysis outside the
scope of this traffic study. These improvements would likely include the addition of
median, access control recommendations and possibly an alternate form of traffic control
or elimination of movements at this intersection. However, a short term improvement
that may result in improved operations would include adjustments to existing signal
timings at this intersection.
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FIGURE510Custer Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.SSSSSSSTWLTL TWLTL LEGEND- Stop Control IntersectionSXX’- Signalized Intersection- Recommended Stop Sign- Recommended Modification150’150’125’
125’- Existing Stop Sign- Two Way Left Turn LaneTWLTLExisting Conditions RecommendedLane Configurations & Traffic ControlGrand IslandCouncil Session - 6/27/2017Page 90 / 284
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4.0 CLOSURE CONDITIONS
Intersection turning movement counts were conducted again after the temporary closure of
College Street was in place for several weeks in order to identify changes in driving patterns
throughout the study area.
4.1 Closure Conditions Network Characteristics
College Street was temporarily closed from east of the existing Grand Island Senior High faculty
parking lot west access to Lafayette Avenue. Temporary signs were placed on College Street
near Custer Avenue during the closure to inform drivers that College Street was closed to
through traffic.
Closure Conditions peak hour volumes are illustrated in Figure 6.
4.2 Closure Conditions Capacity Analysis
The closure of College Street had a noticeable impact to driving patterns throughout the study
area. These changes will be discussed in greater detail in Section 5.0 of this report. However,
the changing traffic patterns resulted in improved operations for many movements when
compared to Existing Conditions. Notably, the intersection of College Street & Custer Avenue
and the Five Points intersection which currently have undesirable operations in the peak hour,
improved significantly under the Closure Conditions. There were also many minimal
improvements of one letter grade throughout the study network. Individual movements
throughout the network are also expected to see increased delays under the Closure
Conditions, most notably at the intersections of Forest Street & Lafayette Avenue and State
Street & Lafayette Avenue.
Results of the signalized intersection analysis indicate that both signalized intersections are
expected to operate at LOS D or better during both peak periods. The only individual
movement to experience increased delays at the Five Points intersection, when compared to
Existing Conditions, is the northbound left-turn movement which is expected to operate at LOS
E and D during the AM and PM peak hours, respectively. Overall delay at this intersection is
expected to decrease under Closure Conditions, most notably on the southbound approach.
Although increases in traffic volumes at the intersection of State Street & Custer Avenue under
Closure Conditions are expected to increase delays for several movements when compared to
Existing Conditions, the overall operations at this intersection are anticipated to be desirable.
Unsignalized intersection analysis results show increased delays on the minor legs of the
intersections of Forrest Street & Lafayette Avenue and State Street & Lafayette Avenue. The
westbound movement at Forrest Street & Lafayette Avenue is anticipated to operate at LOS E
during the AM peak period. The northbound and southbound movements at State Street &
Lafayette Avenue operate at LOS F during the AM peak period. The southbound movement at
this intersection is expected to operate at LOS E during the PM peak period. Improvements in
operations are expected under Closure Conditions for multiple approaches of the intersections
of College Street & Custer Avenue and College Street & Lafayette Avenue.
No unsignalized intersections are expected to warrant signalization based on MUTCD criteria.
The Closure Conditions capacity analysis summary is illustrated in Figure 7. Detailed results
may be found in Appendix B.
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FIGURE612LEGEND- Peak Hour VolumeAM (PM)- Stop Sign- Stop Control IntersectionS- Signalized IntersectionCuster Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.SSSSSSS(0) 0(7) 1825 (17)
131 (81)(11) 383 (54)
23 (15)(5) 4(12) 529 (40)
76 (71)
35 (20)
40 (30)53 (30)283 (342)(8) 624 (22)
21 (19)
102 (83)388 (363)190 (194)(13) 33(28) 9
(85) 60 77 (54)23 (29)19 (29)2 (4)(68) 73(71) 42(33) 16 22 (18)112 (40)0 (12)3 (4)
(35) 125
5 (3)(104) 71(363) 258
452 (343)(21) 86(25) 75(79) 78(137) 132
27 (32)11 (14)176 (164)138 (76)(20) 9
(76) 80485 (523)94 (56)132 (81)(73) 63 (58) 69(358) 275(70) 41223 (201)26 (23)(6) 4 (49) 52(384) 3233 (4)5 (8)344 (253)33 (45)70 (50)(25) 24(194) 139(107) 97(24) 28(62) 15
5 (18)27 (35)
368 (348)
288 (245)
13 (26)
(50) 97
(46) 41
(131) 100
(123) 171
(483) 491 (0) 0(0) 0(0) 0(0) 0
0 (0)0 (0)(63) 69
38 (26)105 (101)
(110) 153
(180) 219
(55) 33
(186) 257
120 (105)
(4) 6
(19) 13
(31) 39
(86) 144 8 (8)Closure ConditionsPeak Hour VolumesCollege St.State St.8 (13)1 (6)5 (10)38 (1)0 (31)7 (3)0 (9)3 (7)2 (3)0 (9)1 (9)2 (4)2 (10)3 (190)Forrest St.1 (2)1 (6)2 (2)8 (5)1 (9)14 (22)1 (12)Custer
Ave.
Lafayette
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FIGURE7LEGEND- Movement LOSAM (PM)13- Stop Sign- Stop Control IntersectionS- Signalized Intersection LOSAM (PM)Custer Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.SSSSSSS(A) A (A) A(B) CB (B)C (B)
(B) D
(A) A(B) B(C) C(B) B(B) BA (A)
A (A)C (D)F (E)
(C) B (A) A(D) F C (C)E (C)A (A)A (A)(A) AC (B)D (D)(B) B
(B) C
D (B)
B (B)C (B)D (B)(B) C(B) C(D) D
(D) E (C) C(D) DC (C)
E (D)
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4.3 Closure Conditions Geometric Improvement Evaluation
Beyond the capacity analysis output, the need for improvements at study intersections was
evaluated utilizing the Closure Conditions volumes and the same methodologies as Existing
Conditions. Using NCHRP 457 methods, the need for left-turn and right-turn lanes on the major
road or a two-lane approach on the minor road was evaluated at all study intersections. An
eastbound left-turn lane is warranted at the intersection of State Street & Lafayette Avenue
based upon this methodology.
Storage lengths for turning lanes were evaluated based on NDOR Roadway Design Manual
Chapter 4 methodologies. Based on this evaluation and queue reports from the capacity
analysis software, storage length increases are recommended for several turning lanes at the
intersections of State Street & Custer Avenue. The recommended storage length for the new
turn lane at State Street & Lafayette Avenue was also determined using the NDOR
methodology. These recommendations are for storage lengths only and do not include any
taper or deceleration lengths.
The following details each traffic improvement recommended for the study area under the
Closure Conditions Scenario. These recommended improvements to the existing roadway
network are illustrated in Figure 8.
College Street & Lafayette Avenue
Traffic operations improvements can be expected at this intersection with the closure of
College Street west of Lafayette Avenue. However, upon closing College Street to
through traffic, it is also recommended that this intersection be converted to an all-way
stop intersection by adding a stop sign on the westbound approach. Similar to Existing
Conditions, this recommendation is based upon guidelines provided in the MUTCD that
allow for consideration of all-way stop control at intersections near large pedestrian
generators where entering vehicle volumes are relatively balanced on all approaches.
State Street & Custer Avenue
Traffic currently operates at an acceptable level-of-service at this intersection during the
peak hours. However, increases in turn lane storage lengths are proposed to provide
sufficient storage and allow for thru vehicle spillback during the peak hours of operation.
• Extend the eastbound left-turn lane from 75' to 175'
• Extend the westbound left-turn lane from 75' to 200'
• Extend the southbound left-turn lane from 75' to 175'
• Extend the northbound left-turn lane from 75' to 175'
State Street & Lafayette Avenue
Although the addition of turn lanes on the minor approaches may reduce delay for
specific movements, due to the magnitude of volume on State Street, finding gaps in
traffic will be difficult during the peak hours. This delay is typical at minor street
approaches to arterial roadways. However, per NCHRP methodology, new turn lanes
are proposed to provide sufficient storage during the peak hours of operation.
• Construct eastbound left-turn lane (100')
• Construct westbound left-turn lane for geometric alignment (50')
Five Points intersection
Traffic operations at this intersection are expected to improve due to the shift in driving
patterns with the closure of College Street. Further in depth analysis of this intersection
should be still be considered as traffic volumes continue to increase in the future. It is
recommended to continue monitoring traffic operations at this intersection and make
adjustments to signal timings as needed.
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FIGURE8LEGEND15- Stop Control IntersectionSXX’Custer Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.- Signalized IntersectionSSSSSSSTWLTL TWLTL
175’200’175’175’100’- Recommended Stop Sign- Recommended ModificationClosure Conditions RecommendedLane Configurations & Traffic Control- Existing Stop Sign- Two Way Left Turn LaneTWLTL50’Grand IslandCouncil Session - 6/27/2017Page 95 / 284
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5.0 SCENARIO COMPARISON
Existing volumes were compared with Closure Conditions volumes to illustrate the volume
increases or decreases on roadways within the study area roadway network. In addition to
tracking the trends of peak hour turning movement volumes, ADT counts were also compared to
identify trends and evaluate the impact the closure of College Street had on traffic volumes of
neighborhood streets such as Sherman Boulevard, Howard Boulevard and Waugh Street.
5.1 Peak Hour Volume Trends
Figure 9 illustrates peak hour volume changes from Existing Conditions to Closure Conditions.
Changes are visible for almost every turning movement within the study area. Although efforts
were made to select two similar days for conducting counts, minor variations are expected
between the two periods due to variables outside the control of this study such as environmental
differences, school activity schedules, and student absences for illness. Therefore, changes in
volume of plus or minus 10 vehicles between the two counts should be considered insignificant.
The more noticeable driving pattern changes are discussed in greater detail below.
The most obvious trend to discern from the comparison is that the majority of traffic that
currently uses College Street as a through corridor from Broadwell Avenue west shifted south to
State Street rather than north to Capital Avenue or Forest Street. As a result, peak hour
volumes increase significantly for several movements at the intersection of State Street &
Custer Avenue under Closure Conditions
During Closure Conditions, as expected there is a decrease in vehicles turning onto College
Street from Broadwell Avenue. A significant decrease in the northbound left-turning movement
at Broadwell Avenue & College Street can be seen in the volume trend. Many of these vehicles
use State Street as an alternate route, either making a northbound left-turn from Broadwell
Avenue onto State Street or traveling westbound through the intersection. This volume trend
results in a decrease in peak hour volumes for the northbound and southbound through
movements on Broadwell Avenue and Eddy Street.
Traffic volumes on Lafayette Avenue increase between Forrest Street and State Street during
Closure Conditions. Vehicles traveling westbound on College Street reach the road closure and
turn onto Lafayette to reach Forrest Street or State Street. The volume of southbound right-
turning vehicles at Lafayette Avenue & State Street increases by approximately 50 vehicles in
both the AM and PM peak hours. The increase in volumes on State Street results in higher
delay for the northbound and southbound approaches at the intersection of Lafayette Street &
State Street.
5.2 ADT Volume Trends
Figure 10 illustrates the ADT volume changes from Existing Conditions to Closure Conditions.
As stated earlier, the location of the ADT counts was primarily selected in residential areas
although some counters were placed on arterial roadways as well. Minor variations due to
outside variables again are expected between the two count periods. Therefore, for the
purposes of this report, only an ADT volume change of 10 percent or more is considered to be
significant. All significant changes are discussed in greater detail below.
Similar to what was identified in the peak hour trend analysis, the ADT trends show an increase
in daily traffic of 17 percent on State Street under Closure Conditions. Between Custer Avenue
and Broadwell Avenue, the ADT on State Street increased from 7,697 vehicles per day (vpd) to
9,021 vpd. This increased volume on State Street results in higher delays for vehicles traveling
on State Street, crossing State Street, or turning onto State Street. Additionally, with this
increase, State Street is beginning to approach capacity for a two lane undivided roadway.
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FIGURE917LEGENDAM (PM)- Stop Sign- Stop Control IntersectionS- Signalized IntersectionCuster Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.SSSSSSS(0) 0-1 (+1)
-15 (-4)
-6 (-9)
+5 (+2)(0) 0+5 (+1)+2 (-18)+92 (+76)+1 (-10)
-5 (+3)+142 (+69)+26 (+23)(+6) +17 +43 (+1)+13 (+8)+1 (0)(-7) +20(+3) +10
+41 (+3)+21 (-70)
(+13) +19
(+65) +22
+31 (+51)(-8) +16(+103) +83(+25) +2+35 (+22)-7 (-5)(+1) +25(+56) +440 (+2)-115 (-17)+4 (-2)-22 (+5)(+11) +1(-10) -5(+4) -8
-1 (-15)
-34 (-60)
-38 (-65)(-54) -25(-43) -28
(-56) -32
(+1) +16
(-4) +8
(+7) -1
(-3) +8
(+18) +2
+27 (+2)(+14) +1
(+8) -3 0 (+3)(+5) +9(+2) +8+8 (-6)(+12) +32(-58) -41(+23) +29-35 (-43)-65 (-71)-17 (-19)-12 (-25)+58 (+24)+65 (+34)(-1) +60
(+26) +13
+60 (+44)(-2) -1-2 (+1)(+23) +14-8 (0)(+17) +52
+1 (-2)
(+7) +3 (-39) -38(-65) -62(-22) -18(-10) -14
-34 (-37)-254 (-161)+54 (+16)(+16) +31
+40 (+68)
+36 (+51)(+2) +2+2 (-1)(+1) +1
(+5) -2
+49 (+51)(+9) +16(-12) +32
+3 (+2)
(-95) -128 (+4) -1-12 (+14)(+44) +46+8 (+11)
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FIGURE1018LEGENDCuster Ave.
Lafayette Ave.
Broadwell Ave.Capital Ave.Forrest St.College St.State St.Eddy St.ADT Volume TrendHoward Ave.
Sherman Blvd.Waugh St.397 / 419 (+6%)7697 / 9021 (+17%)391 / 500 (+28%)915 / 1104 (+21%)Waugh St.Pre-Closure ADT / Closure ADT (% ADT Change)9570 / 9345 (-2%)415 / 456 (+10%)Grand IslandCouncil Session - 6/27/2017Page 98 / 284
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TO: John Collins
FROM: Cory Schmidt, Fire Chief
DATE: 06-19-17
RE: Closure of College Street
On behalf of the Grand Island Fire Department (GIFD), I’m writing to express my opinion in regards to the closure of College Street between Lafayette Avenue and Custer Avenue. The GIFD routinely
utilizes College Street when responding to both emergency and nonemergency calls for service in the area of Grand Island Senior High. Should City Council vote to approve the closure of College Street, we will find an alternative response route with minimal change in our response times.
An area we would have concern with relates to responses to Senior High itself. Due to the size of the campus, the reporting party will need to specify which door the fire department should use for
quickest access. Relocating vehicles and personnel from one side of Senior High to another may cause further delay without the use of College Street. This same clarification will also be needed for responses
to outside areas such as the football field.
Overall, the proposed closure of College Street between Lafayette and Custer will have little impact
on the operations of the GIFD.
Fire Department
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From: Robert Falldorf [mailto:rfalldorf@gipolice.org]
Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 2:49 PM To: Catrina DeLosh Cc: Virgil Harden; John Collins Subject: RE: GIPS Request to Close College Street
We discussed the Grand Island Public School’s request to close W. College between Lafayette and Custer
at our Police Department command staff meeting (Police Chief and Captains) this afternoon. We were
all of the opinion that the closing of this section of College Street wouldn’t have any negative effects on
our operations. Knowing that there may be some development or improvements of the sports complex
area at the High School we all agreed that it only made sense to close this portion of College Street for
the safety of students and patrons in the area. There are other arterial streets in this same area (newly
improved Capital Avenue and State Street) that provide adequate east/west travel options.
Thanks,
Chief Falldorf
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9634
An ordinance to vacate existing right of way and to provide for filing this
ordinance in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County; and to provide for publication
and the effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. That a portion of an existing right-of-way within Scarff’s Addition
to West Lawn, City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska more particularly described as
follows:
COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 4, SCARFF’S ADDITION TO
WEST LAWN, SAID POINT ALSO BEING THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST RIGHT-
OF-WAY LINE OF CUSTER AVENUE AND THE NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF
COLLEGE STREET, SAID POINT BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE EAST,
ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF BLOCK 4, BLOCK 3, AND BLOCK 2, SCARFF’S
ADDITION TO WEST LAWN, TO A POINT BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID
BLOCK 2, SCARFF’S ADDITION TO WEST LAWN, SAID POINT ALSO BEING THE
INTERSECTION OF THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF LAFAYETTE AVENUE AND
SAID NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF COLLEGE STREET; THENCE SOUTH, TO THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF BLOCK 7, SCARFF’S ADDITION TO WEST LAWN, SAID
POINT ALSO BEING THE INTERSECTION OF SAID WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF
LAFAYETTE AVENUE AND THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SAID COLLEGE
STREET; THENCE WEST, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF BLOCK 7, BLOCK 6, AND
BLOCK 5, SCARFF’S ADDITION TO WEST LAWN, TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
SAID BLOCK 5, SCARFF’S ADDITION TO WEST LAWN, POINT ALSO BEING A POINT
OF INTERSECTION OF SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF CUSTER AVNEUE AND
SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SAID COLLEGE STREET; THENCE NORTH,
ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF CUSTER AVENUE TO THE POINT OF
BEGINNING. SAID TRACT CONTAINS A CALCULATED AREA OF 86,087 SQUARE
FEET OR 1.98 ACRES MORE OR LESS. SHOWN IN ATTACHED EXHIBIT “1”.
• THIS SPACE RESERVED FOR REGISTER OF DEEDS •
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ORDINANCE NO. 9634 (Cont.)
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Be, and hereby is, vacated.
SECTION 2. The title to the property vacated by Section 1 of this Ordinance
shall revert to the owner or owners of the real estate abutting the same in proportion to the
respective ownership of such real estate.
SECTION 3. The City shall retain a utility easement through the vacated
portion to line up with the existing easement through this area, a tract of land located in part
of Scarff’s Addition to West Lawn, City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, and more
particularly described as follows:
THE SOUTH THIRTY (30) FEET OF COLLEGE STREET BETWEEN THE EAST
RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF CUSTER AVENUE AND THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE
OF LAFAYETET AVENUE. SAID EASEMENT CONTAINS A CALCULATED AREA OF
32,280 SQUARE FEET OR 0.74 ACRES MORE OR LESS. SHOWN IN ATTACHED
EXHIBIT “2”.
SECTION 4. This ordinance is directed to be filed in the office of the
Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after
its passage and publication, without the plate, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand
Island Independent as provided by law.
Enacted: June 27, 2017.
____________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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POB2017-PROJECT NO:DRAWN BY:06-13-2017DATE:JMJEXHIBITFAX 308.384.8752TEL 308.384.8750Grand Island, NE 68802-1072P.O. Box 1072201 East 2nd StreetCOLLEGE STREET 80' RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATE1RGrand IslandCouncil Session - 6/27/2017Page 106 / 284
City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item F-2
#9635 - Consideration of Vacation of Alley within Wallichs
Addition – West of Jefferson Elementary School
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:June 27, 2017
Subject:Consideration of Vacation of Alley within Wallichs
Addition – West of Jefferson Elementary School
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Wallichs Addition was platted in June 1886, with an alley running east and west between
present day 7th and 8th Streets, from Broadwell Avenue to Adams Street.
The City has received a request from Grand Island Public Schools (GIPS) to vacate the
western portion of the alley referenced previously, as described on the attached Exhibit
“1”. The vacation is needed at this time to allow for the replatting of this area, as well as
the rebuilding of Jefferson Elementary School.
Discussion
Upon the appropriate City Department (Public Works, Building, Utilities, Fire, and
Planning) reviews it has been determined there is no need for this alley to remain as
public right of way. Title to the property vacated shall revert to the owner or owners of
the real estate abutting the same in proportion to the respective ownership of such real
estate.
The public utilities currently located within the subject area will be relocated as part of
the subdivision replatting and rebuilding of Jefferson Elementary School.
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 vacating a portion of the alley
running east and west between present day 7th and 8th Streets, from Broadwell Avenue to
Adams Street.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the ordinance.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 9635
An ordinance to vacate existing right of way and to provide for filing this
ordinance in the office of the Register of Deeds of Hall County; and to provide for publication
and the effective date of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA:
SECTION 1. That a portion of an existing right-of-way within Wallichs
Addition, City of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska more particularly described as follows:
A 16 foot alley located in Block 11, Wallichs Addition in part of the Southwest Quarter of
the Northeast Quarter (SW ¼, NE ¼) of Section Sixteen (16), Township Eleven (11) North,
Range Nine (9) West of the 6th P.M., Hall County, Nebraska;
Commencing at the Southwesterly corner of Lot 7, Block 11, Wallichs Addition; thence on
an assumed bearing of N01o03’15”W, along the westerly line of Block 11, a distance of
150.08 feet to a point being a northerly lot corner of Lot 8, said Block 11 and also being the
point of beginning; thence continuing N01o03’15”W, along said Block 11, a distance of
18.18 feet; thence N60o36’33”E, along the southerly line of Lots 3, 2, 1, said Block 11, a
distance of 124.00 feet to a point on the easterly line of Block 11 and westerly line of
vacated Jefferson Street right-of-way as described in Ordinance No. 4872, Book 21, Page
73; Thence S29o59’42”E, along said easterly line of said Block 11, a distance of 16.00 feet;
thence S60o69’33”W, along the northerly line of Lots 10, 9, 8, said Block 11, a distance of
132.65 feet to the point of beginning. Said tract contains a calculated area of 2,053.57
square feet or 0.047 acres more or less.
Be, and hereby is, vacated.
SECTION 2. The title to the property vacated by Section 1 of this Ordinance
shall revert to the owner or owners of the real estate abutting the same in proportion to the
respective ownership of such real estate.
• THIS SPACE RESERVED FOR REGISTER OF DEEDS •
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ORDINANCE NO. 9635 (Cont.)
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SECTION 3. This ordinance is directed to be filed in the office of the
Register of Deeds of Hall County, Nebraska.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in force and take effect from and after
its passage and publication, without the plate, within fifteen days in one issue of the Grand
Island Independent as provided by law.
Enacted: June 27, 2017.
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Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item F-3
#9636 - Consideration of Adopting Updates to Chapter 40 of the
Grand Island City Code Related to Storm Water Regulations
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Jeremy Rogers, Storm Water Program Manager
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Consideration of Adopting Updates to Chapter 40 of the
Grand Island City Code Related to Storm Water
Regulations
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
On December 15, 2009, via Ordinance No. 9246, Grand Island City Council adopted
Chapter 40 to Grand Island City Code. Such ordinance addressed Illicit Discharge and
Storm Water Management practices.
An illicit discharge ordinance is a requirement of the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit for small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems
(SMS4). The ordinance empowers the City to track, identify, and eliminate illicit
discharges to the storm drainage system.
Discussion
The City of Grand Island is obligated to conform to the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) post construction requirements. In order for the City to meet this
responsibility updates are necessary to Chapter 40, which will address the following.
Designate individuals to enforce such ordinance
Geothermal Water Source Heat Pump Systems
Post Construction Storm Water Management
Land Redevelopment Activities
Storm Water Treatment Facilities
Permitted vs. Prohibited Discharges
Site plan review
Inspection and Maintenance of Best Management Practices / Storm Water
Treatment Facilities
For reference a marked copy of Chapter 40 is attached to note updates being made to this
section of City Code.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the adoption of updates to
Chapter 40 of the Grand Island City Code related to Storm Water Regulations.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the ordinance.
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ORDINANCE NO. 9XXX
CHAPTER 40
STORM WATER MANAGEMENT
§40-1. Purpose/Intent
The purpose of this ordinance is to provide for the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of Grand Island,
Nebraska through the regulation of stormwater and non-storm water discharges to the storm drainage system to the
maximum extent practicable as required by federal and state law. In addition, the purpose is to control land
disturbances, or to reduce or eliminate soil erosion and sedimentation within the City of Grand Island, NE. This
ordinance establishes methods for controlling the introduction of pollutants into the Municipal Separate Storm
Sewer System (MS4) in order to comply with requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) permit process. The objectives of this ordinance are:
(1)To regulate the contribution of pollutants to the municipal separate storm sewer system by discharges by
any person.
(2)To prohibit illicit connections and discharges to the municipal separate storm sewer system.
(3) To prevent non-storm water discharges generated as a result of spills, inappropriate dumping, or disposal to
the City of Grand Island separate storm drainage system.
(4) To reduce pollutants in stormwater discharges from construction activity by guiding, regulating, and
controlling the design, construction, use, and maintenance of any development or other activity that
disturbs or breaks the topsoil or results in the movement of earth on land.
(5)To require the construction of locally-approved, permanent stormwater runoff controls to protect water
quality and maintain non-erosive hydrologic conditions downstream of construction activity and
development.
(6) To require responsibility for and long-term maintenance of structural stormwater control facilities and
nonstructural stormwater management.
(7) To establish legal authority to carry out all inspection, surveillance and monitoring procedures necessary to
ensure compliance with this ordinance.
(8)To regulate the contribution of pollutants to the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) by
geothermal water source heating and cooling system discharges by any user.
(9)To limit the connection and discharges of spent groundwater from geothermal heat pump systems to the
MS4
§40-2. Definitions
For the purposes of this ordinance, the following shall mean:
Authorized Enforcement Agency: The City of Grand Island, its employees, or third parties designated by the Public
Works Director which enforce this ordinance.
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Best Management Practices(BMPs): Schedules of activities, prohibitions of practices, general good house keeping
practices, pollution prevention and educational practices, maintenance procedures, and other management practices
to prevent or reduce the discharge of pollutants directly or indirectly to storm water, receiving waters, or storm water
conveyance systems. Best Management Practices also include treatment practices, operating procedures, and
practices to control site runoff, spillage, leaks, sludge disposal, water disposal, or drainage from raw materials
storage.
Clean Water Act: The federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. § 1251 et seq.), and any subsequent
amendments thereto.
Common Plan of Development or Sale: A contiguous area where multiple separate and distinct land disturbing
activities may be taking place at different times, on different schedules, but under one proposed plan which may
include, but is not limited to, an announcement or piece of documentation (including a sign, public notice or hearing,
sales pitch, advertisement, drawing, permit application, zoning request, computer design, etc.) or physical
demarcation (including boundary signs, lot stakes, surveyor markings, etc.) indicating construction activities may
occur on a specific plot.
Construction Activity: Activities subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Construction Permits.
Such activities include, but are not limited to, clearing, grubbing, grading, excavating, demolition and other land
disturbing actions.
Construction Site: Any location where construction activity occurs.
Contractor: Any person performing or managing construction work at a construction site, including, but not limited
to, any construction manager, general contractor or subcontractor, and any person engaged in any one or more of the
following: earthwork, pipework, paving, building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, landscaping or material supply.
Clearing: Any activity that removes the vegetative surface cover.
Director: The City Engineer or the Public Works Director
Disturbed Area: Area of the land’s surface disturbed by any work or activity upon the property by means including
but not limited to grading, excavating, stockpiling soil, fill, or other materials, clearing, vegetation removal, removal
or deposit of any rock, soil, or other materials, or other activities which expose soil. Disturbed area does not include
the tillage of land that is zoned for agricultural use.
Drainage Plan: A schematic of the proposed area and how it connects to city’s storm sewer system. Include
proposed location, grade, direction of flow, elevations, drainage structures and drainage areas.
Earthwork: The disturbance of soil on a site associated with construction activities.
Erosion: The detachment and movement of soil or rock fragments by water, wind, ice or gravity.
Erosion Control: Measures that prevent soil erosion to the maximum extent practicable.
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan: A plan that indicates the specific measures and sequencing to be used for
controlling sediment and erosion on a development site during construction activity according to locally approved
standards, specification, and guidance.
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Final Stabilization: When all soil disturbing activities at the site have been completed, and vegetative cover has
been established with a uniform density of at least 70 percent of predisturbance levels, or equivalent permanent,
physical erosion reduction methods have been employed. For purposes of this Ordinance, establishment of a
vegetative cover capable of providing erosion control equivalent to pre-existing conditions at the site is considered
final stabilization.
Financial Security: A surety bond, performance bond, maintenance bond, irrevocable letter of credit, or similar
guarantees provided to the City of Grand Island to assure that a construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
is carried out in compliance with requirements of this Ordinance.
Geothermal Water Source Heat Pump System – A geothermal system uses the Earth’s thermal properties in
conjunction with electricity to provide greater efficiency in the heating and cooling of buildings.
Geothermal System (Closed Loop) – A mechanism for heat exchange, which consists of the following basic
elements: Underground loops of piping; heat transfer fluid; a heat pump; an air distribution system. An opening is
made in the Earth. A series of pipes are installed into the opening and connected to a heat exchange system in the
building. The pipes form a “closed loop” and are filled with a heat transfer fluid. The fluid is circulated through the
piping from the opening into the heat exchanger and back. The system functions in the same manner as the open
loop system except there is no pumping of well or surface water.
Geothermal System (Open Loop) – Water is pumped from a well or surface water into a heat exchanger located in a
surface building. The water drawn from the Earth is then pumped back into the aquifer through a different well or in
some cases the same well, otherwise known as re-injection. Alternatively, the ground water could be discharged the
Earth’s surface or a surface water body, also known as pump & dump. In the heating mode, cooler water is returned
to the Earth’s surface or surface water body, while in the cooling mode warmer water is returned to the Earth’s
surface or surface water body.
Hazardous Materials: Any material, including any substance, waste, or combination thereof, which because of its
quantity, concentration, or physical, chemical, or infectious characteristics may cause, or significantly contribute to,
a substantial present or potential hazard to human health, safety, property, or the environment when improperly
treated, stored, transported, disposed of, or otherwise managed.
Illicit Discharge: Any unauthorized direct or indirect non-storm water discharge to the storm drainage system.
Illicit Connections:
(a)Any drain or conveyance, whether on the surface or subsurface, which allows any illicit discharge
to enter the storm drainage system including, but not limited to, any conveyance which allows any
non-storm water discharge including sewage, process wastewater, or wash water to enter the storm
drainage system.
(b) Any connections to the storm drainage system from indoor drains and sinks regardless of whether
said drain or connection has been previously allowed, permitted, or approved by an authorized
enforcement agency.
(c) Any drain or conveyance connected from a commercial or industrial land use to the storm
drainage system which has not been documented in plans, maps, or equivalent records and
approved by an authorized enforcement agency.
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(d) An Illicit Connection does not include connections that are allowed under section 40-8 of this
code.
Industrial Activity: Activities subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Industrial Permits.
Low Impact Development (LID): means de-centralized management of precipitation that would otherwise be
stormwater runoff, utilizing design techniques that infiltrate, filter, store, evaporate, or temporarily detain
stormwater.
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4): Publicly-owned facilities by which stormwater is collected and/or
conveyed, including but not limited to any roads with drainage systems, municipal streets, gutters, curbs, catch
basins, inlets, piped storm drains, pumping facilities, retention and detention basins, natural and human-made or
altered drainage ditches/channels, reservoirs, and other drainage structures.
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Storm Water Discharge Permit: Means a permit issued
by Environmental Protection Agency (or by the State of Nebraska under authority delegated to it) that authorizes the
discharge of pollutants to waters of the United States, whether the permit is applicable on an individual, group, or
general area-wide basis.
NDEQ: Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality.
N.O.I (Notice of Intent): is a formal announcement of intent to disturb the earth surface and is used to request a City,
State, or Federal permit to discharge stormwater for a variety of activities primarily for construction and
development.
N.O.T. (Notice of Termination): is a formal announcement that all construction and ground disturbance activities are
no longer authorized to discharge stormwater associated with any City, State, or Federal permitted activity under the
NPDES program.
Outfall: The point of discharge to any watercourse from a public or private stormwater drainage system.
Non-Storm Water Discharge: Any discharge to the storm drainage system that is not composed entirely of storm
water.
Operator: The individual who has day-to-day supervision and control of activities occurring at the construction site.
This can be the owner, the developer, the general contractor or the agent of one of these parties. It is anticipated that
at different phases of a construction project, different types of parties will satisfy the definition of 'operator' and the
pertinent portions of any applicable permit authorization from the State of Nebraska will be transferred as the roles
change.
Owner: The person who owns a facility, development, part of a facility, or land.
Permittee: The applicant in whose name a valid permit is issued.
Person: Any individual, association, organization, partnership, firm, corporation or other entity recognized by law.
Phasing: Clearing a parcel of land in distinct phases, with the stabilization of each phase before the clearing of the
next.
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Pollutant: Anything which causes or contributes to pollution. Pollutants include, but are not limited to: paints,
varnishes, and solvents; oil and other automotive fluids; non-hazardous liquid and solid wastes; yard wastes; refuse,
rubbish, garbage, litter, or other discarded or abandoned objects, and accumulations, so that same may cause or
contribute to pollution; floatables; pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers; hazardous substances and wastes; sewage,
fecal coliform and pathogens; dissolved and particulate metals; animal wastes; wastes and residues that result from
constructing a building or structure; and noxious or offensive matter of any kind.
Post-Construction: The general time period referenced in perpetuity from the approval for final acceptance of the
construction phase of any construction activity.
Post-Construction Stormwater Management: The management of stormwater for a period of time in perpetuity from
approval for final acceptance of the construction phase of any construction activity. The management of stormwater
includes the use of STFs that meet minimum site performance standards in accordance with a community’s MS4
permit. STFs are intended to provide stormwater treatment during this time period and are considered functional
after vegetation has been established.
Post-Construction Stormwater Management Plan (PCSWMP): Documentation supporting analysis, design,
maintenance and inspection of STFs installed on a site in order to meet minimum site performance standards in
accordance with a community’s MS4 permit.
Receiving Water: Is any water of the State of Nebraska, including any and all surface waters that are contained in or
flow in or through the State of Nebraska. These include all watercourses, even if they are usually dry, irrigation
ditches that receive municipal stormwater, and storm sewer systems owned by other entities.
Premises: Any building, lot, parcel of land, or portion of land whether improved or unimproved including adjacent
sidewalks and parking strips.
Redevelopment: Any land-disturbing activity that results in the creation, addition or replacement of at least five
thousand (5,000) square feet of impervious surface area on an already developed site. Redevelopment includes, but
is not limited to the following activities that meet the minimum standards set forth in this definition:
(1)The expansion of a building footprint;
(2)Addition or replacement of a structure;
(3)Replacement of impervious surface that that is not part of a routine maintenance activity;
(4)Land disturbing activities related to structural or impervious surfaces.
Redevelopment does not include routine maintenance activities that are conducted to maintain
original line and grade, hydraulic capacity, original purpose of facility or emergency
redevelopment activity required to protect public health and safety
Sediment: Soil (or mud) that has been disturbed or eroded and transported naturally by water, wind or gravity, or
mechanically by any person.
Sediment control: Measures that prevent eroded sediment from leaving the site.
Site: The land or water area where any facility or activity is physically located or conducted, including adjacent land
used in connection with the facility or activity.
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Site plan: A plan or set of plans showing the details of any land disturbance activity of a site including but not
limited to the construction of structures, open and enclosed drainage facilities, stormwater management facilities,
parking lots, driveways, curbs, pavements, sidewalks, bike paths, recreational facilities, ground covers, plantings and
landscaping.
Spill: A release of solid or liquid material, which may cause pollution of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System or waters of the State.
Stabilization: The use of practices that prevent exposed soil from eroding.
Storm Drainage System: Publicly-owned facilities by which stormwater is collected and/or conveyed, including, but
not limited to; any roads with drainage systems; municipal streets; gutters; curbs; inlets; piped storm drains;
pumping facilities; retention and detention basins; natural and human- made or altered drainage channels; reservoirs;
and other drainage structures. The storm drainage system in Grand Island is a municipal separate storm sewer
system as defined by applicable federal regulations.
Storm Water: Any water that occurs in surface flow, runoff, or drainage consisting entirely of water from any form
of natural precipitation, and resulting from such precipitation.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan: A document which describes the Best Management Practices and activities
to be implemented by a person or business to identify sources of pollution or contamination at a site and the actions
to eliminate or reduce pollutant discharges to stormwater, stormwater conveyance systems, and/or receiving waters
to the maximum extent practicable.
Stormwater Treatment Facilities (STFs): Permanent best management practices put in place to provide control and
treatment of stormwater runoff after construction activity for land development is complete. These facilities are
physical in nature and sometimes referred to as “structural” BMPs and can include Low Impact Development
Techniques.
Subdivision Development: Includes activities associated with the platting of any parcel of land into two or more lots
and all construction activity taking place thereon.
Utility Agency/Contractor: Private utility companies, public utility departments, or other utility providers,
contractors working for such private utility companies, or public entity utility departments, or other utility providers
engaged in the construction or maintenance of utility lines and services, including water, sanitary sewer, storm
sewer, electric, gas, telephone, television and communication services.
Wastewater: Means any water or other liquid, other than uncontaminated stormwater, discharged from any premises
or facility. Wastewater includes sewage that is treated at the City’s Waste Water Treatment Plant.
Waters of the State: Any and all surface and subsurface waters that are contained in or flow in or through the State
of Nebraska. The definition includes all watercourses, even if they are usually dry.
§40-3. Applicability
This ordinance shall apply to all water entering the storm drainage system generated on any developed and
undeveloped lands unless explicitly exempted by an authorized enforcement agency.
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§40-4. Responsibility for Administration
The City of Grand Island shall administer, implement, and enforce the provisions of this ordinance. Any powers
granted or duties imposed upon the City of Grand Island may be delegated by the Public Works Director to persons
or entities acting in the beneficial interest of, or in the employ of the City.
§40-5. Severability
The provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. If any provision, clause, sentence, or paragraph
of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person, establishment, or circumstances shall be held invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect the other provisions or application of this ordinance.
§40-6. Ultimate Responsibility
The standards set forth herein and promulgated pursuant to this ordinance are minimum standards. Compliance with
this ordinance does not act as a waiver or defense to any person for contamination, pollution, or unauthorized
discharge of pollutants. Ultimate responsibility for prohibited acts rests with persons who own or are in possession
or control of premises from which the discharge of contaminates or pollutants emanates.
§40-7. Illicit Discharge
No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged into the municipal storm drainage system or watercourses any
materials including, but not limited to, pollutants or waters containing any pollutants that cause or contribute to a
violation of applicable water quality standards. The commencement, conduct or continuance of any illicit discharge
to the storm drainage system is prohibited except as allowed under section 40-8 of this code.
§40-8. Discharges to the Municipal Storm Sewer System MS4
1. Permitted Discharges
(a)The following discharges are exempt from discharge prohibitions established by this
ordinance: water line flushing or other potable water sources; landscape irrigation or lawn
watering; diverted stream flows; rising ground water; ground water infiltration to storm
drains; uncontaminated pumped ground water; foundation or footing drains (not
including active groundwater dewatering systems); crawl space pumps; air conditioning
condensation; springs; non-commercial washing of vehicles; natural riparian habitat or
wet-land flows; swimming pools (if dechlorinated - typically less than one PPM
chlorine); firefighting activities; and any other water source not containing Pollutants.
(b)Discharges determined by the City to be necessary to protect public health and safety.
(c)Dye testing if the City is notified in writing prior to the time of the test.
(d)Any non-storm water discharge permitted under an National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination system permit, waiver, or waste discharge order issued to the discharger and
administered under the authority of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency,
provided that the discharger is in full compliance with all requirements of the permit,
waiver, or order and other applicable laws and regulations, and provided that written
approval has been granted for any discharge to the storm drainage system.
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2. Prohibited Discharges
(a)The following discharges are strictly prohibited from entering the City Storm Sewer
Conveyance System established by this ordinance: wastewater from the washout of
concrete, wastewater from the washout and cleanout of stucco, paint, form release oils,
curing compounds, other construction materials, fuels, oils, other pollutants used in
vehicle and equipment operation and maintenance, soaps, and solvents used in vehicle
and equipment washing.
(b)Any other discharge that is not permitted by this ordinance.
§40-9. Illicit Connection
The Construction, Use, Maintenance or continued existence of illicit connections to the storm drainage system are
prohibited.
(a)This prohibition expressly includes, without limitation, illicit connections made in the past regardless of
whether the connection was permissible under law or practices applicable or prevailing at the time of
connection.
(b)A person is considered to be in violation of this ordinance if the person connects a line conveying sewage
or pollutants to the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System or allows such a connection to continue.
§40-10. Suspension of Storm Drainage System Access
Suspension due to Illicit Discharges in Emergency Situations
The City of Grand Island may, without prior notice, suspend storm drainage system discharge access to a person
when the City deems it necessary to prevent an actual or threatened discharge which presents or may present
imminent and substantial danger to: the environment; to the health or welfare of persons or to the storm drainage
system; or to waters of the United States of America. If the person fails to comply with a suspension order issued in
an emergency, the City of Grand Island may take such steps as deemed necessary to prevent or minimize damage to
persons, the storm drainage system, waters of the United States of America.
Suspension due to the Detection of Illicit Discharge
Any person discharging to the storm drainage system in violation of this ordinance may have their storm drainage
system access terminated if such termination would abate or reduce an illicit discharge. The City will notify a person
of the proposed termination of storm drainage system access by personal delivery or by United States Mail. The
person may request a hearing before the City Director of Public Works by delivering such request in writing to the
City Clerk. The person is not entitled to a stay of the termination pending any such hearing.
A person commits an offense if the person accesses or attempts to access the storm drainage system from premises
terminated pursuant to this Section, without the prior approval of the City.
§40-11. Construction.
(A) GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES.
(1)Except for construction activity relating to the Building Phase of Development, the City of Grand Island
shall require proof of coverage by a NDEQ general permit authorization for Storm Water Discharges from
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Construction Sites before providing approval for construction activity and land developments requiring –
including but not limited to: site plan applications, subdivision applications, building applications, and
right-of-way applications from the City of Grand Island, unless exempt pursuant to Subsection (a) below.
These provisions apply to all portions of any plan for land disturbing activity which would cause the
disturbance of at least one acre of soil even though multiple, separate and distinct land development
activities within the overall development may take place at different times on different schedules.
(a) The following activities are exempt from this Ordinance:
(i) Any emergency activity that is necessary for the immediate protection of life, property, or natural
resources; and
(ii) Construction activity that provides maintenance and repairs performed to maintain the original
line and grade, hydraulic capacity, or original purpose of a facility.
(2) The city shall be invited to the pre-construction meeting to review the installation of all temporary erosion
and sediment control BMPs included on the approved erosion and sediment control plan at least two (2)
business days before any construction activities are scheduled to start.
(3) Solid waste, industrial waste, yard waste and any other pollutants or waste on any construction site shall be
controlled through the use of BMPs. Waste or recycling containers shall be provided and maintained by the
owner or contractor on construction sites where there is the potential for release of waste. Uncontained
waste that may blow, wash or otherwise be released from the site is prohibited. Sanitary waste facilities
shall be provided and maintained in a secured manner.
(4)Ready- mixed concrete, or any materials resulting from the cleaning of vehicles or equipment containing
such materials or used in transporting or applying ready-mixed concrete, shall not be allowed to discharge
from any construction site. Concrete wasted on site must be disposed in a manner consistent with locally
approved standards and generally require establishment of a designated wash-out area.
(5) Cover or perimeter control shall be applied within seven (7) days to any soil stockpiles, which will remain
undisturbed for longer than 14 calendar days.
(6) Disturbed soil shall be managed with BMPs that are adequately designed, installed, and maintained
according to locally-approved technical standards, specifications and guidance for the duration of the
construction activity to minimize erosion and contain sediment within the construction limits.
(7) Sediment tracked or discharged onto public right-of-way shall be removed immediately.
(8) Bulk storage structures for petroleum products and other chemicals shall have adequate protection to
contain all spills and prevent any spilled material from entering the MS4 or waters of the State.
(9)Temporary BMPs shall be removed and disturbed areas shall be stabilized with permanent BMPs at the
conclusion of construction activity.
(B) REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BUILDING PHASE OF DEVELOPMENT.
(1) Any person who engages in construction activity is responsible for compliance with this Ordinance and all
applicable terms and conditions of the approved construction activity and SWPPP as it relates to the
building phase of development. The following information shall be included with the application for a
building permit and be submitted to the Public Works Department:
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(2) Either the legal description and NPDES permit number for the Larger Common Plan of Development; OR
(3) The location of the property where the building phase of development is to occur; AND
(4)Contractor acknowledgement that the building phase of development for the property described on the
application for a building permit will be conducted in conformance with Chapter 40 of the Municipal Code
and the Construction Activity SWPPP.
(5) Site plans shall be submitted to the Public Works Director for the purpose of review and approval prior to
issuance of a building permit and the beginning of the construction phase of development. This is to ensure
compliance with EPA directives and with section 40-12 of this ordinance as it pertains to the Post-
Construction Management of Stormwater run-off.
(C) CONSTRUCTION STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN.
(1) A SWPPP shall be prepared and updated in accordance with locally-approved technical standards,
specification, and guidance for construction activity within the City of Grand Island and shall include an
erosion and sediment control plan for land disturbance.
(2) The SWPPP shall include a description of all potential pollution sources, temporary and permanent BMPs
that will be implemented at the site. BMPs used will be approved by the Public Works Director.
(3) The erosion and sediment control plan shall be submitted to the Public Works Director for review with any
application covered in 40-11 (a) (1) of this Ordinance.
(4) Land disturbing activities may not proceed until approval of the erosion and sediment control plan is
provided by the Public Works Director.
(5) The owner or operator is required to have a copy of the SWPPP readily available or on site for review with
content that reflects the current condition of the construction activity and all records that demonstrate
compliance and are required by this Ordinance.
(6) The SWPPP shall include a description of routine site inspections.
(a) The owner or their representative shall inspect all BMPs at intervals of no greater than 14 calendar
days and within 24-hours after any precipitation event of at least one half inch.
(b) Inspections of BMPs shall be conducted by an individual knowledgeable in the principles and
practice of erosion and sediment controls who possesses the skills to assess conditions at the
construction site that could impact stormwater quality and to assess the effectiveness of any
erosion and sediment control measures selected to control the quality of stormwater discharges
from the construction activity.
(c) Inspection reports shall provide the name and qualification of the inspector, date of the evaluation,
risks to stormwater quality identified, and all corrective actions necessary to prevent stormwater
pollution.
(d) The owner or operator of a construction activity may be requested to submit copies of inspection
reports for review on a periodic basis by the Public Works Director.
(7) Based on inspections performed by the owner, operator, authorized City of Grand Island personnel, State or
Federal regulators, modifications to the SWPPP will be necessary if at any time the specified BMPs do not
meet the objectives of this Ordinance. In this case, the owner shall meet with an appointed official of the
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City of Grand Island to determine the appropriate modifications. All required modifications shall be
completed within seven (7) calendar days of receiving notice of inspection findings, and shall be recorded
in the SWPPP.
(8) The owner or operator of a construction site shall be responsible for amending the SWPPP whenever there
is a significant change in design, construction, operation, or maintenance, which has a significant effect on
the potential for discharge of pollutants to the MS4 or receiving waters, or if the SWPPP proves to be
ineffective in achieving the general objectives of controlling pollutants in stormwater discharges associated
with land disturbance.
(9) Records of inspection are to be maintained with the SWPPP for the life of the project. Inspection records
are to be available to City of Grand Island inspectors upon request. Delay in providing a copy of the
SWPPP or any requested records shall constitute a violation of this Ordinance.
(D) REQUIREMENTS FOR UTILITY CONSTRUCTION.
(1)Utility agencies or their representatives shall develop and implement BMPs to prevent the discharge of
pollutants on any site of utility construction within the City of Grand Island. The City of Grand Island may
require additional BMPs on utility construction activity. If the utility construction disturbs greater than one
(1) acre, the utility agency must comply with the requirements of Section 40-11 (a) & (b) of this Ordinance.
(2) Utility agencies or their representative shall implement BMPs to prevent the release of sediment from
utility construction sites. Disturbed areas shall be minimized, disturbed soil shall be managed and
construction site exits shall be managed to prevent sediment tracking. Sediment tracked onto public right-
of-way shall be removed immediately.
(3) Prior to entering a construction site or subdivision development, utility agencies or their representatives
shall obtain and comply with any approved erosion and sediment control plans for the project. Any impact
to construction and post-construction BMP’s resulting from utility construction shall be evaluated prior to
disturbance by the developer and utility company. Repairs to the disturbed BMPs must be completed within
forty eight (48) hours, by individuals agreed upon during the design phase or at a preconstruction meeting.
§40-12. Post-Construction.
The purpose of this section is to provide requirements and criteria to prevent and manage stormwater
pollution and to diminish adverse impacts to health, safety, property, and the general welfare of the citizens of the
City of Grand Island through regulating stormwater runoff from areas of development and redevelopment to the
maximum extent practicable as required by the Federal Clean Water Act, 33.U.S.C. § 1251 et seq. (as amended to
date), the Nebraska Environmental Protection Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-1501 et seq. (as amended to date) and the
rules and regulations promulgated under such Acts. This chapter will also promote the public welfare by guiding and
regulating the design, construction, and maintenance of areas of development and redevelopment. Additional criteria
can be found in the City of Grand Island Post-Construction Stormwater Guidance Manual.
(A) POST–CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENT OF PERMANENT BMPs/STFs.
(1) Land development that meets the requirements of Section 40-11 (a) (1) must address stormwater
runoff quality through the use of permanent BMPs/STFs. Permanent BMPs/STFs shall be
provided for in the drainage plan for any subdivision plat, annexation plat, development
agreement, subdivision agreement or other local development plan.
(2) Structural BMPs/STFs located on private property shall be owned and operated by the owner(s) of
the property on which the BMP is located; unless the City of Grand Island agrees in writing that a
person or entity other than the owner shall own or operate such BMP/STF. As a condition of
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approval of the BMP/STFs, the owner shall also agree to maintain the BMP/STF in perpetuity to
its design capacity unless or until the City of Grand Island shall relieve the property owner of that
responsibility in writing. The obligation to maintain the BMP/STF shall be memorialized on the
subdivision plat, annexation plat, development agreement, subdivision agreement or other form
acceptable to the City of Grand Island and shall be recorded with the City of Grand Island Public
Works Department.
(3)The preferred Structural BMPs/STFs that are acceptable in the City of Grand Island and its 2 mile
jurisdictional boundary without additional review by the Public Works Director are: Bioswales,
Rain Gardens, Permeable Pavement, Green Roofs, Retention Ponds, and Detention Ponds
(Provided the detention Ponds include treatment areas to improve water quality; i.e. a treatment
forebay and filtration strip). If there are other stormwater treatment measures a developer would
like to use, plans for those measures will need to be submitted to and approved in writing by the
Director of Public Works, prior to construction and development.
(4) A Post Construction Stormwater Management Plan (PCSWMP) shall be submitted to the planning
department for transmittal to the Public Works Director on a form or format specified by the
director, as part of any preliminary plat application required under Sec.33-7; if not already
submitted as part of a preliminary plat process. For any significant redevelopment, a post-
construction stormwater management plan shall be submitted along with the permit application for
any activity requiring a building permit under Sec.33-6.
a. For all developments that have not had a preliminary plat approved prior to January 1,
2019, the post-construction stormwater management plan, at a minimum, shall include
Low Impact Development (LID) STFs to provide for water quality control of the first
one-half inch of runoff from the site. The director may also require this minimum control
level for replats that significantly increase the amount of impervious area in a
preliminarily platted subdivision, which was approved prior to July 1, 2018.
b. For all developments with plats preliminarily approved after July 1, 2018 and for
significant redevelopment projects, the post-construction stormwater management plan,
at a minimum shall include the STF or STFs selected, the STF design, schedules and
procedures for inspection and maintenance of the STFs, and where it is reasonably
practicable, include STFs for water quality control of the first one-half inch of runoff
from the site. Provisions for STFs are set forth in the Grand Island Post-Construction
Stormwater Management Guide. For significant redevelopment projects that involve
replacement of building structures without significant disturbance of existing parking or
other pervious areas, BMPs for water quality control of the first one-half inch of runoff
from the site shall not be required. For significant redevelopment projects involving an
outlot parcel that is part of a greater existing development, the calculation of the area
requiring control of the first one-half inch of runoff shall be based only on the impervious
area of the project site that is being added or disturbed within the out lot parcel.
(B) Exemptions from the Post-Construction Storm Water Management Plan
Systems designed to accommodate only one single family dwelling unit, duplex, triplex, or quadraplex,
provided the single unit is not part of a larger common plan of development or sale, are exempt from the
requirements in this Ordinance to submit a Post-Construction Storm Water Management Plan.
Additional policies and procedures for the development and implementation requirements for BMPs/STFs
can be found in the City of Grand Island Post-Construction Stormwater Management Guide.
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(C) COMPLETION OF PERMANENT BMPs/STFs.
Upon completion of a project, the City of Grand Island shall be provided a written certification stating that the
completed project is in compliance with the approved Final Drainage Plan. All applicants are required to submit “as
built” plans for any permanent BMPs once final construction is completed and must be signed by a professional
engineer licensed in the State of Nebraska.
(D) ONGOING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF PERMANENT BMPs/STFs.
(1) The owner of site must, unless an on-site stormwater management facility or practice is dedicated
to and accepted by the City of Grand Island, execute an inspection and maintenance agreement,
that shall be binding on all subsequent owners of the permanent BMPs/STFs.
(2) Permanent BMPs/STFs included in a Drainage Plan which is subject to an inspection and
maintenance agreement must undergo ongoing inspections to document maintenance and repair
needs and to ensure compliance with the requirements of the agreement, the plan and this
Ordinance.
a.All BMPs/STFs must be inspected by the owner, using an approved inspection
form,(Appendix B of the Grand Island Post-Construction Guidance Manual), for
maintenance and repair requirements at a minimum, once per quarter.
b.All BMPs/STFs shall be inspected, by a qualified employee of the City of Grand Island,
twice per year to ensure owner compliance with the design of the BMP/STF and to
ensure maintenance and repair actions are adequately monitored.
(3) The maintenance agreement shall also provide that if, after notice by the City to correct a violation
requiring maintenance work, satisfactory corrections are not made by the owner(s) or occupant
within a reasonable period of time (30 days maximum), and the City may perform all necessary
work to place the facility in proper working condition. The owner(s) or occupant of the facility
shall be assessed the cost of the work and any lawful penalties.
§40-13. Technical Standards, Specifications, And Guidance.
All BMPs/STFs designed to meet the requirements of this Ordinance shall reference the appropriate technical
standards, specifications and guidance as follows:
(1) City of Grand Island Standards and Specifications for Construction.
(2) Nebraska Department of Roads Drainage Design and Erosion Control Standards, Specifications and
Guidance.
(3) Any other alternative methodology approved by the City of Grand Island, which is demonstrated to be
effective.
§40-14. Monitoring of Discharges
(a) Applicability.
This section applies to all premises that have storm water discharges associated with industrial activity,
including construction activity.
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(b) Access to premises.
(1)The City of Grand Island’s designees shall be permitted to enter and inspect premises and facilities subject
to regulation under this ordinance as often as may be necessary to determine compliance with this
ordinance. If a discharger has security measures in force which require proper identification and clearance
before entry into its premises, the discharger shall make the necessary arrangements to allow access to
representatives of the City.
(2)The City’s designees shall be given access to all parts of the premises for the purposes of: inspection;
sampling; examination and copying of records that must be kept under the conditions of the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to discharge storm water; and the performance of any
additional duties as defined by state and federal law.
(3)The City may place upon the premises such devices as deemed necessary to conduct monitoring and/or
sampling of discharges from the premises.
(4)The City of Grand Island may require a person to install monitoring equipment as necessary. Sampling and
monitoring equipment shall be maintained at all times in a safe and proper operating condition at no
expense to the City. All devices used to measure storm water flow and quality shall be calibrated to ensure
accuracy.
(5)Any obstruction to safe and easy access to the premises to be inspected and/or sampled shall be promptly
removed at the request of the City and shall not be replaced. The costs of clearing such access shall not be
paid by the City.
(6)Unreasonable delays in allowing Grand Island City designees access to premises is a violation of a storm
water discharge permit and of this ordinance. A person who is the operator of a facility or premises with a
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit to discharge storm water associated with industrial
activity commits an offense if the person denies the City reasonable access for the purpose of conducting
any activity authorized or required by this ordinance.
(7)If a City of Grand Island designee has been refused access to any part of the premises from which storm
water is discharged, the City of Grand Island may seek issuance of a search warrant from any court of
competent jurisdiction.
§40-15. Best Management Practices
The City of Grand Island may adopt requirements identifying Best Management Practices for any activity,
operation, or facility which may cause or contribute to pollution or contamination of storm water, the storm drainage
system, or waters of the United States of America. The owner or operator of a commercial or industrial
establishment shall provide, at the owner or operator’s expense, reasonable protection from discharge of prohibited
materials or other wastes into the municipal storm drainage system or watercourses through the use of these
structural and nonstructural Best Management Practices. Further, any person responsible for a property or premise,
which is, or may be, the source of an illicit discharge, may be required to implement, at said person's expense,
additional structural and non-structural Best Management Practices to prevent the further discharge of pollutants to
the municipal separate storm sewer system. These Best Management Practices shall be part of a storm water
pollution prevention plan as necessary for compliance with requirements of any National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System permit.
§40-16. Watercourse Protection
Every person owning property through which a watercourse passes, and such person's lessee, shall keep and
maintain that part of the watercourse within the property free of trash, debris, excessive vegetation, and other
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obstacles that would pollute, contaminate, or significantly retard the flow of water through the watercourse. In
addition, the owner or lessee shall maintain existing privately owned structures within or adjacent to a watercourse,
so that such structures will not become a hazard to the use, function, or physical integrity of the watercourse.
§40-17. Notification of Discharges and Spills
Notwithstanding other requirements of law, as soon as any person responsible for a facility, premises, or operation,
has information of any known or suspected release of materials which result or may result in illegal discharges or
pollutants discharging into storm water, the storm drainage system, or waters of the United States of America, said
person shall take all necessary steps to ensure the discovery, containment, and cleanup of such release. In the event
of such release of hazardous materials, said person shall immediately notify emergency response agencies and the
City of Grand Island of the occurrence via emergency dispatch services. In the event of a release of non- hazardous
materials, said person shall notify the City of Grand Island in person or by phone or facsimile no later than the next
business day. Notifications in person, by phone, or by facsimile shall be confirmed by written notice addressed and
mailed to the City of Grand Island within three business days of the prior notice. If the discharge of prohibited
materials emanates from a commercial or industrial establishment, the owner or operator of such establishment shall
also retain an on-site written record of the discharge and the actions taken to prevent its recurrence. Such records
shall be retained for at least three years.
§40-18. Geothermal Water Source Heat Pump Systems.
Geothermal Water Source Heat Pump Systems may be installed and operated within the City of Grand Island, and
its two mile extraterritorial jurisdiction, subject to permitting and other applicable requirements of the Grand Island
City Code provided that any discharge of the spent water from any such system shall be dedicated to a beneficial use
(ie. Maintaining the water level of a private pond), and shall not include chemical additives for cleaning or
descaling, nor shall it create a threat to public health or safety, a nuisance, or unlawful pollution of waters of the
state. In no event shall the spent water from any Geothermal Water Source Heat Pump System be directed toward or
allowed to enter into or onto any publicly maintained street right of way, road right of way, ditch, storm sewer
system, or sanitary sewer system.
Closed Loop Systems are permitted to be installed and must follow Federal, State, and Local guidelines
(whichever are most restrictive). New Open Loop Systems are prohibited in the City of Grand Island and its
2 mile jurisdictional boundary. Any Open Loop System that was previously installed, prior to the
implementation of this ordinance, are exempt from these restrictions until the system requires overhaul
and/or replacement. It is at that time the new guidelines must be met.
A. Material Requirements.
(1) Geothermal piping shall have a 50-year warranty.
(2)All piping shall be installed with tracer wire from the structure over all pipes to alert
future owners and excavators to the presence and location of the system.
(3)Heat transfer fluid used in exchanger lines must be a USP or food grade propylene glycol
or calcium chloride solution. Ethylene Glycol will not be accepted.
(4)The system shall include a pressure-based leak detector that will stop the system
circulating pumps, should a leak occur.
B. Prohibited Acts.
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(1) It shall be unlawful for any person to install a well to be used for geothermal heat transfer
purposes within the City of Grand Island or its two mile extraterritorial jurisdiction
without obtaining a permit for said well.
(2) It shall be unlawful to fail to register any well as required by this Article.
(3)It shall be unlawful to connect or discharge any water from said well, provided it
maintains a beneficial use to the city and/or community, to the city stormwater
conveyance system without first obtaining a permit for the connection.
(4)It shall be unlawful for a person to operate or maintain a Geothermal Water Source Heat
Pump System in any manner contrary to the provisions of Grand Island City Code.
§40-19 thru 40-29 Reserved
§40-30. Notice of Violation
Whenever the City of Grand Island finds that a person has violated or failed to meet a requirement of this Ordinance,
the City’s designee may order compliance by written notice of violation to the responsible person. Such notice may
require without limitation:
(a)The performance of monitoring, analyses, and reporting;
(b)The elimination of illicit connections or discharges;
(c)That violating discharges, practices, or operations shall cease and desist;
(d)The abatement or remediation of storm water pollution or contamination hazards and the restoration of any
affected property;
(e) Payment of costs to cover administrative and remediation expenses;
(f) The implementation of source control, treatment, and prevention practices. If abatement of a violation
and/or restoration of affected property is required, the notice shall set forth a deadline within which such
remediation or restoration must be completed. Said notice shall further advise that, should the violator fail
to remediate or restore within the established deadline, the work will be done by a designated governmental
agency or a contractor and the expense thereof shall be charged to the violator and may be assessed against
the real estate or collected by civil action.
§40-31. Appeal of a Notice of Violation
Any person receiving a notice of violation may appeal the determination. The notice of appeal must be received
within 10 days from the date of the notice of violation. Hearing on the appeal before the Director of Public Works or
his/her designee shall take place within 15 days from the date of receipt of the notice of appeal. The decision of the
Director shall be final.
§40-32. Enforcement Measures
If the violation has not been corrected as set forth in the notice of violation, or, in the event of an appeal, within 25
days of the original deadline if the Director upholds the notice of violation, then representatives of the City of Grand
Island may enter upon the subject private property and are authorized to take any and all measures necessary to
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abate the violation and/or restore the property. It shall be unlawful for any person, owner, agent or person in
possession of any premises to refuse to allow the City’s designees or agents to enter upon the premises for the
purposes set forth above.
§40-33. Cost Of Abatement Of The Violation
After abatement of the violation, the owner of the property will be notified of the cost of abatement, including
administrative costs. If the amount due is not paid within 30 days, the City of Grand Island may sue to recover the
costs through a civil action or levy and assess the costs against the real estate in the manner of special assessments.
§40-34. Injunctive Relief
It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision or fail to comply with any of the requirements of this
Ordinance. If a person has violated or continues to violate the provisions of this ordinance, the City of Grand Island
may petition for a preliminary or permanent injunction restraining the person from activities which would create
further violations or compelling the person to perform abatement or remediation of the violation. Injunctive relief
shall be in addition to any other remedy available under this ordinance or any other federal or state law.
§40-35. Violations Deemed A Public Nuisance
In addition to the enforcement processes and penalties provided, any condition caused or permitted to exist in
violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance is a threat to public health, safety, and welfare, and is declared
and deemed a nuisance, and may be abated or restored at the violator's expense, in the same manner as other
nuisances under the Grand Island Municipal Code.
§40-36. Criminal Prosecution
Any person violating any provision of this ordinance shall, upon conviction, be guilty of an infraction. Each day
shall constitute a separate offense and be punishable by a fine of $100.00. Criminal fines shall be in addition to any
civil remedies available under Grand Island Municipal Code.
§40-37. Remedies Not Exclusive
The remedies listed in this ordinance are not exclusive of any other remedies available under any applicable federal,
state or local law and it is within the discretion of the authorized enforcement agency to seek cumulative remedies.
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-1
Approving Minutes of June 13, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
June 13, 2017
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Grand Island, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 100 East First
Street, on June 13, 2017. Notice of the meeting was given in The Grand Island Independent on
June 7, 2017.
Mayor Jeremy L. Jensen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following City Council
members were present: Mitch Nickerson, Mark Stelk, Jeremy Jones, Chuck Haase, Julie Hehnke,
Linna Dee Donaldson, Michelle Fitzke, Vaughn Minton, Roger Steele, and Mike Paulick. The
following City Officials were present: City Administrator Marlan Ferguson, City Clerk RaNae
Edwards, Finance Director Renae Jimenez, City Attorney Jerry Janulewicz, and Public Works
Director John Collins.
Mayor Jensen introduced Community Youth Council member Hanadi Isa.
INVOCATION was given by Mayor Jensen followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing on Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2819 Engleman Road (Skarka & Janicek-
Skarka). Utilities Director Tim Luchsinger reported that acquisition of a utility easement located
at 2819 Engleman Road was needed in order to have access to install, upgrade, maintain, and
repair power appurtenances, including lines and transformers. This easement would allow the
Utilities Department to extend, operate and maintain the new underground power lines and
transformer for a new residence. Staff recommended approval. No public testimony was heard.
Public Hearing on Request from Christine Stimple for a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for the
Storage of Wrecked Cars at 1321 East 4th Street. Building Department Director Craig Lewis
reported that a request had been received from Christine Stimple to allow for the construction
and operation of a vehicle storage and salvage yard at 1321 East 4th Street. Staff recommended
approval. No public testimony was heard.
ORDINANCES:
Councilmember Minton moved “that the statutory rules requiring ordinances to be read by title
on three different days are suspended and that ordinance numbered:
#9633 - Consideration of Vacation of Sidewalk Easement in Westwood Park Twelfth and
Thirteenth Subdivisions; 620 Redwood Road (Schulte) & 626 Redwood Road (Ratliff)
be considered for passage on the same day upon reading by number only and that the City Clerk
be permitted to call out the number of this ordinance on second reading and then upon final
passage and call for a roll call vote on each reading and then upon final passage.”
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Councilmember Nickerson seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion
adopted.
Public Works Director John Collins reported that the Public Works Department had received a
street vacation request from property owners at 620 and 626 Redwood Road. After review it was
determined there were no streets or sidewalks running east and west that feed into the subject
sidewalk easement. Staff recommended approval.
Discussion was held regarding the number of changes in easements after the property had been
platted.
Motion by Donaldson, second by Stelk to approve Ordinance #9633.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9633 on first reading. All those in favor of the passage of this ordinance
on first reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote, Councilmembers Minton, Fitzke,
Donaldson, Jones, Stelk, and Nickerson voted aye. Councilmembers Paulick, Steele, Hehnke,
and Haase voted no. Motion adopted.
City Clerk: Ordinance #9633 on second and final reading. All those in favor of the passage of
this ordinance on second and final reading, answer roll call vote. Upon roll call vote,
Councilmembers Minton, Fitzke, Donaldson, Jones, Stelk, and Nickerson voted aye.
Councilmembers Paulick, Steele, Hehnke, and Haase voted no. Motion adopted.
Mayor Jensen: By reason of the roll call votes on first reading and then upon second and final
readings, Ordinance #9633 is declared to be lawfully adopted upon publication as required by
law.
CONSENT AGENDA: Consent Agenda items G-9, G-10, and G-12 (Resolutions #2017-163,
#2017-164, and #2017-166 respectively) were removed for further discussion. Motion by
Paulick, second by Minton to approve the Consent Agenda excluding items G-9, G-10, and G-
12. Upon roll call vote, all voted aye. Motion adopted.
Approving Minutes of May 23, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting.
#2017-156 - Approving Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Leifeld Subdivision. It was
noted that the Lawrence Leifeld Estate, owners, had submitted the Final Plat and Subdivision
Agreement for Leifeld Subdivision located north of D Road and west of Worms Road in the two-
mile extraterritorial jurisdiction of Grand Island, in Merrick County, Nebraska for the purpose of
creating 1 lot and 7.51 acres.
#2017-157 - Approving Acquisition of Utility Easement - 2819 Engleman Road - Skarka &
Janicek-Skarka.
#2017-158 - Approving Bid Award - Bottom Ash Conveyor System Controls Upgrade at Platte
Generating Station with Huffman Engineering, Inc. of Lincoln, Nebraska in an Amount of
$159,644.00.
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#2017-159 - Approving Bid Award - Water Distribution System Improvements – 2017 with
Myers Construction, Inc. of Broken Bow, Nebraska in an Amount of $678,685.23.
#2017-160 - Approving Cloud Peak Energy as the Coal Supplier for 2018 - 2019 at Platte
Generating Station.
#2017-161 - Approving Certificate of Final Completion for Water Main Project 2015-W-2 -
Logan Street at the Union Pacific Railroad with The Diamond Engineering Company of Grand
Island, Nebraska.
#2017-162 - Approving Change Order #1 for the Utilities Vehicle Storage Building Construction
with Rathman Manning Corp. of Chapman, Nebraska for an Increase of $18,486.00 and a
Revised Contract Amount of $921,101.00.
#2017-163 - Approving Mutual Nondisclosure Agreement with Sol Systems. Utilities Director
Tim Luchsinger answered questions regarding the investment of this project. He stated there
would be no upfront cost. He was looking at a 25 year agreement similar to the wind projects we
were currently involved in. Solar could be opened up for property owners to buy shares.
Mentioned were the Federal regulations, renewable energy prices and economics of solar energy.
Motion by Fitzke, second by Minton to approve Resolution #2017-163. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2017-164 - Approving Payment of Utility Relocation Services performed by CenturyLink for
the Capital Avenue – Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue Project in an Amount of $86,543.19.
Discussion was held concerning private right-of-way easements.
Motion by Stelk, second by Donaldson to approve Resolution #2017-164. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2017-165 - Approving Request from the YMCA for Permission to Use City Streets, Hike/Bike
Trail, and State Highway for the 2017 State Fair Marathons.
#2017-166 - Approving Supplemental Agreement with NDOR for Stolley Park Road
Reconfiguration. Public Works Director John Collins commented on the cost of the project and
stated construction was scheduled for the summer of 2018. This would be a three lane road with
a turning lane in the middle. This was originally planned as a striping project.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Hehnke to approve Resolution #2017-166. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2017-167 - Approving Award of Proposal for Consulting Services for Architectural Services;
Project No. 2017-WWTP-2 with HDR of Omaha, Nebraska in an Amount not-to-exceed
$57,000.00.
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#2017-168 - Approving Amendment No. 1 for Engineering Services Related to Cell 3 Liner
Construction at the Grand Island Regional Landfill with HDR Engineering, Inc. of Omaha,
Nebraska for a Decrease of $17,160.00 and a Revised Contract Amount of $109,410.00.
#2017-169 - Approving Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for the Grand Island Area
Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO) for the 2018 Fiscal Year Transportation
Planning Program.
#2017-170 - Approving Change Order No. 3 for Community Development Block Grant
Handicap Ramps 4th to 5th Streets; Sycamore Street to Eddy Street; Project No. 2014-2G with
Saul Ramos Construction, Inc. of Shelton, Nebraska for an Extension to Complete the Project
from June 1, 2017 to June 30, 2017.
#2017-171 - Approving Bid Award for Fire Station 1 Training Tower Paving with Bigzby’s Inc.
of Grand Island, Nebraska in an Amount of $38,157.97.
#2017-172 - Approving Purchase of Hydraulic Rescue Equipment from Hiemen Fire Equipment
in an Amount of $37,717.00.
#2017-173 - Approving Architectural Services for Design and Construction of Public Library
Renovations with The Clark Enersen Partners of Lincoln, Nebraska in an Amount of $99,910.00
plus Reimbursable Expenses Estimated to be $5,000.00 and an Option for Video Rendering
Estimated to be $4,000.00.
REQUESTS AND REFERRALS:
Consideration of Request from Christine Stimple for a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for the
Storage of Wrecked Cars at 1321 East 4th Street. This item was related to the aforementioned
Public Hearing. Discussion was held concerning the landscaping requirements.
Motion by Paulick, second by Stelk to approve the Conditional Use Permit. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
RESOLUTIONS:
#2017-174 - Consideration of Approving Resolution of Intent to Authorize Staff to Continue
Work with Farm Progress Regarding Husker Harvest Days Show Site. City Administrator
Marlan Ferguson reported that Farm Progress produces the annual Husker Harvest Days show on
property that was a part of the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant (CAAP). Farm Progress had
determined the site needed substantial infrastructure improvements. The estimated cost was
approximately $9,000,000.00. Farm Progress was seeking the City’s participation in the project
through a forgivable loan not-to-exceed $2,000,000.00 from the Community Redevelopment
Authority (CRA).
A study was in progress to determine whether the CAAP site may be declared a blighted and
substandard area. City administration and staff are seeking input and direction from the City
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Council whether staff was to continue to work with Farm Progress on a proposed redevelopment
plan and redevelopment contract.
The following people spoke in support:
Cindy Johnson, representing the Chamber of Commerce
Ray O’Connor, representing Grow Grand Island Executive Committee
Jane Richardson, 47 Kuester Lake
City Attorney Jerry Janulewicz, answered questions concerning the wording in the Resolution
and the requirements of the City. The proposed revenue source would be from the Food &
Beverage Tax. Mr. Janulewicz stated they were looking at the CRA issuing a $2,000,000.00
bond with the City providing funds from the Food & Beverage Tax to pay bonds over 20 years.
This would be a forgivable loan to Farm Progress. Mayor Jensen commented that the Food &
Beverage funds could not be used for the city budget. Finance Director Renae Jimenez stated on
an annual basis we were getting $2.1 million currently.
Motion by Donaldson, second by Nickerson to approve Resolution #2017-174. Upon roll call
vote, Councilmembers Paulick, Steele, Minton, Fitzke, Donaldson, Hehnke, Jones, Stelk, and
Nickerson voted aye. Councilmember Haase voted no. Motion adopted.
#2017-175 - Consideration of Rejecting All Bids for the Emergency Operations and 911 Center.
City Attorney Jerry Janulewicz reported that the City went out for bids for the construction of an
Emergency Operations and 911 Center Building having an estimated project cost of
$3,400,000.00. The cost of the project were to be paid utilizing proceeds from the sale of a bond
or bonds to be repaid utilizing funds from the City’s occupation tax on telecommunications. Five
firms submitted bids, which were opened June 1, 2017. The lowest bid received exceeded the
estimated project cost by more than 25%.
Because of the unanticipated cost of the project as specified in the bid request and associated
documents, City Administration is recommending that Council reject all bids received. The
department director and city staff propose working with the architect to revise the design, scope
and/or specifications to bring the estimated project costs in line with budget targets, allowing the
project to be rebid.
Emergency Management Director Jon Rosenlund stated they were working with the architect to
scale down the plans so they could re-bid the project.
Motion by Nickerson, second by Hehenke to approve Resolution #2017-175. Upon roll call vote,
all voted aye. Motion adopted.
#2017-176 - Consideration of Support for Livestock Friendly County. Regional Planning
Director Chad Nabity reported that at their meeting on May 16, 2017, the Hall County Board of
Supervisors held a public hearing and passed Resolution 2017-23 indicating their intent to apply
to the Nebraska Department of Agriculture to be designated as a Livestock Friendly County
(LFC). As part of the application they intended to submit, the county board was seeking support
from all five municipalities in the form of a letter or resolution of support for the application.
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The LFC designation would enable the Nebraska Department of Agriculture and local entities
involved in economic development activities and recruiting to better position Hall County and
the communities in Hall County to businesses involved in livestock agriculture.
Motion by Minton, second by Fitzke to approve Resolution #2017-176. Upon roll call vote, all
voted aye. Motion adopted.
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS:
Motion by Minton, second by Fitzke to approve the Claims for the period of May 24, 2017
through June 13, 2017 for a total amount of $6,714,412.69. Upon roll call vote, Councilmembers
Steele, Minton, Donaldson, Fitzke, Hehnke, Haase, Jones, Stelk, and Nickerson voted aye.
Motion adopted. Councilmember Paulick abstained.
Councilmember Haase questioned claims concerning the Police Pension and Food & Beverage
Tax funds.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
RaNae Edwards
City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-2
Approving Re-Appointment of Karl Kostbahn to the Occupation
Tax Oversight (Food & Beverage) Committee
Mayor Jensen has submitted the re-appointment of Karl Kostbahn to the Occupation Tax Oversight
(Food & Beverage) Committee. The appointment would become effective July 1, 2017 upon approval by
the City Council and would expire on June 30, 2021.
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-3
Approving Appointment of Tony Randone to the Regional
Planning Commission
Mayor Jensen has submitted the appointment of Tony Randone to the Regional Planning Commission.
Mr. Randone will replace John Hoggatt who has moved from Grand Island and is not eligible to serve
on the commission. This appointment would become effective immediately upon approval by the City
Council and would expire on October 31, 2018.
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-4
#2017-177 - Approving Request from Bosselman Pump & Pantry,
Inc. dba Pump & Pantry #42, 1235 Allen Drive for a Class “D”
Liquor License and Liquor Manager Designation for Brian
Fausch, 2009 W Hwy 34
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-1.
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-177
WHEREAS, an application was filed by Bosselman Pump & Pantry, Inc. doing
business as Pump & Pantry #42, 1235 Allen Drive for a Class "D" Liquor License; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing notice was published in the Grand Island
Independent as required by state law on June 17, 2017; such publication cost being $18.00; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 27, 2017 for the purpose of
discussing such liquor license application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that:
____The City of Grand Island hereby recommends approval of the above-
identified liquor license application contingent upon final inspections.
____The City of Grand Island hereby makes no recommendation as to the
above-identified liquor license application.
____The City of Grand Island hereby makes no recommendation as to the
above-identified liquor license application with the following stipulations:
__________________________________________________________
____The City of Grand Island hereby recommends denial of the above-
identified liquor license application for the following reasons:_________
__________________________________________________________
____The City of Grand Island hereby recommends approval of Brian Fausch,
2009 W Hwy 34 as liquor manager of such business.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-5
#2017-178 - Approving Request from Bosselman Pump & Pantry,
Inc. dba Tommy Gunz Bistro/Tommy Gunz Liquor Warehouse,
1607 South Locust Street, Suite B for a Class “CK” Liquor license
and Liquor Manager Designation for Brian Fausch, 2009 W Hwy
34
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-2.
Staff Contact: RaNae Edwards
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-178
WHEREAS, an application was filed by Bosselman Pump & Pantry, Inc. doing
business as Tommy Gunz Bistro/Tommy Gunz Liquor Warehouse, 1607 South Locust Street,
Suite B for a Class "CK" Liquor License; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing notice was published in the Grand Island
Independent as required by state law on June 17, 2017; such publication cost being $18.99; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on June 27, 2017 for the purpose of
discussing such liquor license application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that:
____The City of Grand Island hereby recommends approval of the above-
identified liquor license application contingent upon final inspections.
____The City of Grand Island hereby makes no recommendation as to the
above-identified liquor license application.
____The City of Grand Island hereby makes no recommendation as to the
above-identified liquor license application with the following stipulations:
__________________________________________________________
____The City of Grand Island hereby recommends denial of the above-
identified liquor license application for the following reasons:_________
__________________________________________________________
____The City of Grand Island hereby recommends approval of Brian Fausch,
2009 W Hwy 34 as liquor manager of such business.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-6
#2017-179 - Approving Renewal of Coal Marketing Services with
Western Fuels Association
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Jerry Janulewicz
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Jerome Janulewicz, City Attorney
Meeting:June 12, 2012
Subject:Approving Renewal of Coal Marketing Services with
Western Fuels Association
Presenter(s):Timothy Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
On June 12, 2012, Council approved an agreement with Western Fuels Association
(WFA), a not-for-profit cooperative formed by public power utilities to provide coal and
freight management services. Nebraska members include Nebraska Public Power
District, Lincoln Electric System, and Fremont Utilities.
To provide fuel management services, WFA requires Grand Island to become a Class
“C”, or non-voting member, and pay an annual fee as provided for in the separately
attached confidential agreement. This fee is approximately 0.15% of the delivered coal
cost to Platte Generating Station. The fuel management services includes soliciting coal
that meets Platte Generating Station’s requirements as part of their bulk solicitation for
their other members, and providing a recommended purchase agreement meeting the
procurement policies of the City. The final agreement is a contract negotiated between
the City and the coal supplier and presented for consideration by Council. Upon approval
of the coal supply contract, WFA also manages scheduling of coal deliveries with plant
staff, the coal supplier, and the railroad.
Discussion
Western Fuels Association has a full-time professional staff that monitors coal market
conditions and tests the market several times a year with multi-million ton solicitations.
The Utilities Department requires around 350,000 tons of coal per year and can be in a
position to obtain more favorable coal pricing by being included in these large
transactions, which would allow our electric rates to remain competitive with regional
power producers.
The current agreement expired on June 11, 2017 and the Utilities Department
recommends that the Mayor be authorized to execute the First Amendment to the
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Services Agreement with Western Fuels Association of Denver, Colorado, for fuel
management services, which renews the existing agreement to June 11, 2022, at a
reduced annual fee.
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 authorize the Mayor to execute the
First Amendment to Services Agreement with Western Fuels Association of Denver,
Colorado, for fuel management services.
Sample Motion
Move to authorize the Mayor to execute the First Amendment to Services Agreement
with Western Fuels Association of Denver, Colorado, for fuel management services.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-179
WHEREAS, on June 12, 2012, Council approved an agreement with Western
Fuels Association to provide fuel management services; and
WHEREAS, their services include soliciting coal that meets Platte Generating
Station’s requirements and provides a recommended purchase agreement meeting the
procurement policies of the City and managing the scheduling of coal deliveries with plant staff,
the coal supplier and the railroad; and
WHEREAS, Western Fuels Association has a full-time professional staff that
monitors coal market conditions and tests the market several times a year with multi-million ton
solicitations which provides favorable coal pricing for the City of Grand Island allowing our
electric rates to remain competitive with regional power producers; and
WHEREAS, the current agreement expired on June 11, 2017 and the Utilities
Department recommends that the First Amendment to the Services Agreement with Western
Fuels Association of Denver, Colorado, for fuel management services be approved, and the
Legal Department concurs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the First Amendment to the Services
Agreement with Western Fuels Association be approved, and that the Mayor is hereby
authorized to sign the Amendment on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
- - -
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-7
#2017-180 - Approving Bid Award - Boiler Inspection & Repair -
Fall 2017
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting Date:June 27, 2017
Subject: Boiler Inspection and Repair – Fall 2017
Presenter(s):Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
Every five years an extended outage is conducted at Platte Generating Station to perform
a major overhaul of the turbine generator. The fall 2017 outage is currently scheduled for
September 14 through October 31, 2017, during which time inspection and maintenance
on the boiler will be performed.
This package of work on the boiler includes scaffolding the entire boiler, inspection,
testing and repair of the internal boiler tubing and components, replacement of burner tips
and removal of tube samples. Plant engineering staff developed the specifications issued
for bids covering this scope of work.
Discussion
The specifications for the Boiler Inspection and Repair – Fall 2017, were advertised and
issued for bid in accordance with the City Purchasing Code. Bids were publicly opened
on June 6, 2017. The engineer’s estimate for this project was $500,000.00.
Bidder Base Bid
Hayes Mechanical
LaVista, Nebraska $484,090.00
Associated Mechanical
Olathe, Kansas $496,492.00
TEI Construction Services, Inc.
Duncan, South Carolina $544,181.00
PIC Group, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia $725,307.00
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The bids were reviewed by Utility Engineering staff. The bid from Hayes Mechanical of
LaVista, Nebraska, in the amount of $484,090.00 was found to be compliant with the
specification and less than the engineer’s estimate.
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 award the Contract for Boiler Inspection
and Repair - Fall 2017 to Hayes Mechanical of LaVista, Nebraska, as the low responsive
bidder, with the bid in the amount of $484,090.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid of $484,090.00 from Hayes Mechanical for the Boiler
Inspection and Repair - Fall 2017 at Platte Generating Station.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:June 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.
FOR:Boiler Inspection and Repair Fall 2017
DEPARTMENT:Utilities
ESTIMATE:$500,000
FUND/ACCOUNT:520
PUBLICATION DATE:May 20, 2017
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:8
SUMMARY
Bidder:TEI Construction Services, Inc.
Duncan, SC
Bid Security:Atlantic Specialty Insurance Co.
Exceptions:Noted
Bid Price:Materials Labor Taxes Total Bid
Mobilization/
Demobilization: ----$65,358.00 $4,575.00 $69,933.00
Scaffolding/
Inspection: ----$253,226.00 $17,726.00 $270,952.00
Non-Pressure
Component Repairs: ----$46,899.00 $3,283.00 $50,182.00
Pressure
Component Repairs:$300.00 $47,199.00 $3,304.00 $50,503.00
Burner Corner
Equipment: -----$62,532.00 $4,377.00 $66,909.00
Tube Samples:$400.00 $33,366.00 $2,336.00 $35,702.00
Total Base Bid $544,181.00
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Bidder:PIC Group, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
Bid Security:Arch Insurance Co.
Exceptions:Noted
Bid Price:Materials Labor Taxes Total Bid
Mobilization/
Demobilization:$2,500.00 $95,266.00 $7,359.00 $105,124.00
Scaffolding/
Inspection:$35,540.00 $273,208.00 $23,239.00 $331,987.00
Non-Pressure
Component Repairs: ----$44,860.00 $3,377.00 $48,236.00
Pressure
Component Repairs: ----$44,860.00 $3,377.00 $48,236.00
Burner Corner
Equipment: ----$110,619.00 $8,326.00 $118,945.00
Tube Samples: ----$67,684.00 $5,095.00 $72,779.00
Total Base Bid $725,307.00
Bidder:Associated Mechanical, Inc.
Olathe, KS
Bid Security:Mid-Continent Casualty Co.
Exceptions:None
Bid Price:Materials Labor Taxes Total Bid
Mobilization/
Demobilization:$22,891.00 $97,065.00 $1,603.00 $121,559.00
Scaffolding/
Inspection: ----$133,944.00 ----$133,944.00
Non-Pressure
Component Repairs: ----$55,465.00 ----$55,465.00
Pressure
Component Repairs: ----$55,465.00 ----$55,465.00
Burner Corner
Equipment: ----$75,433.00 ----$75,433.00
Tube Samples:$660.00 $49,919.00 47.00 $50,626.00
Bond 4,000.00
Total Base Bid $496,492.00
Bidder:Hayes Mechanical
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La Vista, NE
Bid Security:Great American Ins. Co.
Exceptions:Noted
Bid Price:Materials Labor Taxes Total Bid
Mobilization/
Demobilization:$2,238.00 $111,450.00 $902.00 $114,590.00
Scaffolding/
Inspection: ----$191,200.00 ----$191,200.00
Non-Pressure
Component Repairs: ----$47,000.00 ----$47,000.00
Pressure
Component Repairs: ----$47,000.00 ----$47,000.00
Burner Corner
Equipment: ----$64,000.00 ----$64,000.00
Tube Samples: ----$20,300.00 ----$20,300.00
Total Base Bid $484,090.00
cc:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director Darrell Dorsey, PGS Plant Superintendent
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator Renae Griffiths, Finance Director
Pat Gericke, Utilities Karen Nagel, Utilities
P1976
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-180
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Boiler Inspection
and Repair – Fall 2017, according to plans and specifications on file with the Utilities
Department; and
WHEREAS, on June 6, 2017, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, Hayes Mechanical of LaVista, Nebraska, submitted a bid in
accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other
statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $484,090.00; and
WHEREAS, the bid of Hayes Mechanical is less than the estimate for Boiler
Inspection and Repair – Fall 2017.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid Hayes Mechanical, in the
amount of $484,090.00, for Boiler Inspection and Repair – Fall 2017, is hereby approved as the
lowest responsible bid.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-8
#2017-181 - Approving Bid Award - Turbine Generator Inspection
& Repair - Technical Representative
Staff Contact: Tim Luchsinger, Stacy Nonhof
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Stacy Nonhof, Assistant City Attorney
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Turbine Generator Inspection and Repair – Technical
Representative
Presenter(s):Timothy G. Luchsinger, Utilities Director
Background
A major inspection and overhaul of the turbine generator at the Platte Generating Station
is performed every five years. The next overhaul is scheduled for the fall of this year.
During this inspection, the turbine generator is completely disassembled and all
components are cleaned, inspected, repaired or replaced as necessary.
Specifications were developed by the plant engineering staff to hire a technical
representative to monitor, record, report, and recommend repairs directly to engineering
staff. The technical representative will continuously monitor all turbine generator work as
engineering staff oversee all other outage and maintenance items.
Discussion
The specification for the Turbine Generator Inspection and Repair-Technical Advisor
was issued for bid to seven potential bidders and five bids were received on June 6, 2017.
The engineer’s estimate for this service is $150,000.00.
Bidder Bid Price
HPI, LLC
Houston, Texas $ 66,560.00
S.T. Cotter Turbine Services, Inc.
Clearwater, Minnesota $ 87,330.40
Sulzer Turbo Services
LaPorte, Texas $ 94,641.50
Power Services Group
Anderson, South Carolina $104,000.00
Reliable Turbine Services
Sullivan Missouri $127,500.00
General Electric Power Services
Schenectady, New York $213,872.00
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Engineering staff reviewed the bids for compliance with the City’s detailed
specifications. The bid from HPI, LLC, is compliant with the specifications and less than
the engineer’s estimate.
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 presented in this motion
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council award the bid to HPI, LLC, of
Houston, Texas as the low bidder, with the bid in the amount of $66,560.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the bid of $66,560.00 from HPI, LLC, of Houston, Texas, as the low
bidder for the Turbine Generator Inspection and Repair – Technical Advisor.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:June 6, 2017 at 2:15 p.m.
FOR:Turbine Generator Inspection and Repair – Technical Representative
DEPARTMENT:Utilities
ESTIMATE:$150,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:520
PUBLICATION DATE:May 20, 2017
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:7
SUMMARY
Bidder:Sulzer Turbo Services Houston, Inc.HPI
La Porte, TX Houston, TX
Bid Security:Federal Insurance Co.SureTec Insurance Co.
Exceptions:Noted None
Bid Price:
Labor:$88,450.00 $66,560.00
Sales Tax:$ 6,191.50 ----____
Total Bid:$94,641.50 $66,560.00
Bidder:Reliable Turbine Services, LLC Power Services Group
Sullivan, MO Anderson, SC
Bid Security:Cashier’s Check SureTec Insurance Co.
Exceptions:Noted None
Bid Price:
Labor:$127,500.00 $104,000.00
Sales Tax: ----_____ ----_____
Total Bid:$127,500.00 $104,000.00
Bidder:General Electric Power Services S.T. Cotter Turbine Services, Inc.
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Schenectady, NY Clearwater, MN
Bid Security:Fidelity & Deposit Co.The Guarantee Co.
Exceptions:Noted Noted
Bid Price:
Labor:$199,880.00 $87,330.40
Sales Tax:$ 13,992.00 ----_____
Total Bid:$213,872.00 $87,330.40
cc:Tim Luchsinger, Utilities Director Darrell Dorsey, PGS Plant Superintendent
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator Renae Griffiths, Finance Director
Pat Gericke, Utilities Department Karen Nagel, Utilities Department
P1975
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-181
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited sealed bids for Turbine Generator
Inspection and Repair – Technical Representative, according to plans and specifications on file
with the Utilities Department; and
WHEREAS, on June 6, 2017, bids were received, opened and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, HPI, LLC, of Houston, Texas, submitted a bid in accordance with
the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other statutory
requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of $66,560.00; and
WHEREAS, the bid of HPI, LLC, is less than the estimate for turbine Generator
Inspection and Repair – Technical Representative.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the bid of HPI, LLC, in the amount of
$66,560.00, for Turbine Generator Inspection and Repair – Technical Representative, is hereby
approved as the lowest responsible bid.
- - -
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-9
#2017-182 - Approving Trade-In and Purchase of Equipment for
the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marvin Strong PE, Wastewater Treatment Plant Engineer
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Approving Trade-In and Purchase of Equipment for the
Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
The yard tractor used for mowing, snow removal, maintenance, and landscaping projects
around the Wastewater Treatment Plant is in need of replacement. This unit has an older
engine that is not in compliance with today’s air pollution control requirements, is more
labor intensive to change attachments, and is increasing in maintenance costs. The
Wastewater Division also has an unused backhoe to dispose of.
The Wastewater staff use this mower to maintain 14.5 acers of finished lawn and 10 acers
of native grass area which is equal to approximately 40 home lots.
The backhoe is no longer needed due to its size. Using this back hoe to do repairs at the
plant makes extra work for the temporary summer help as it digs into the finished lawn
areas which then need to be repaired also. We can rent a mini excavator to do the same
work and not have the overhead of owning a machine that is not used.
Discussion
Utilizing the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) buying group, which was
approved by City Council via Resolution No. 2013-193, Wastewater staff is able to trade
the current lawn tractor and an unused backhoe to Landmark Implement of Shelton,
Nebraska and purchase a new tractor with a loader attachment and mower deck. Which
are faster to change as they are a new quick attach design. The new equipment will
reduce maintenance costs of the equipment and allow the City to capitalize on the value
of the unused equipment.
Trade-In Equipment Trade-In Allowance
1998 John Deere 955 $ 6,760.00
1975 John Deere 500c $13,800.00
Total Trade-In Allowance = $20,560.00
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955 Tractor - 1998
Being updated due to age
New model has features (loader,
mower & rake) that make it more time
efficient with easier change out of
ancillary equipment
New Equipment Purchase Price
2016 John Deere 2032R Compact Utility Tractor $17,051.00
2016 John Deere H130 Loader $2,720.00
John Deere 72” Mid-Mount Side Discharge Mower $2,885.00
Total New Equipment Cost = $22,656.00
2016 John Deere 2032R
Compact Utility Tractor with
loader
John Deere 500c Backhoe - 1975
No longer in use
Mid-Mount Side Discharge Mower
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After trade in of the current equipment there will be a balance due Landmark Implement
of Shelton, Nebraska of $2,096.00 from the Wastewater Division.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the trade-in and purchase of
equipment from Landmark Implement of Shelton, Nebraska in the net amount of
$2,096.00 from the Wastewater Division.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-182
WHEREAS, the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department currently has a
yard tractor in need of replacement and an unused backhoe; and
WHEREAS, through the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) buying group such
pieces of equipment can be traded for new equipment, which will allow for air pollution compliance
and make functions more efficient within the Wastewater Division, equipment summary follows:
Trade-In Equipment Trade-In Allowance
John Deere 500c $13,800.00
1998 John Deere 955 $ 6,760.00
Total Trade-In Allowance = $20,560.00
New Equipment Purchase Price
2016 John Deere 2032R Compact Utility Tractor $17,051.00
2016 John Deere H130 Loader $2,720.00
John Deere 72” Mid-Mount Side Discharge Mower $2,885.00
Total New Equipment Cost = $22,656.00
WHEREAS, after trade in of the current equipment there will be a balance due Landmark
Implement of Shelton, Nebraska of $2,096.00 from the Wastewater Division.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the trade-in and purchase of equipment with
Landmark Implement of Shelton, Nebraska in the amount of $2,096.00 for the Wastewater Division is
hereby approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-10
#2017-183 - Approving Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Fund
Plan
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Charley Falmlen, Transit Program Manager
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Fund Plan
Presenter(s): John Collins, Public Works
Background
The City of Grand Island is the recipient of the United States Department of
Transportation’s Federal Transit Authority (FTA) Section 5307 Urbanized Area Formula
Program funds authorized as part of 49 U.S.C. 5307, and FTA Section 5303 Metropolitan
and Statewide Planning Funds under 49 U.S.C. 5303. The FTA requires that all
communities which receive these funds adopt a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
(DBE) Plan. This plan sets forth how the City of Grand Island will ensure that DBE’s
have an equal opportunity to receive and participate in Department of Transportation-
assisted contracts.
Discussion
The City of Grand Island’s DBE Plan was created in partnership with the State of
Nebraska and the University of Nebraska at Omaha and was reviewed by the FTA in
May 2017. As required by the FTA, the City has submitted the DBE for public comment
for 30 days. The public comment period ended on June 23, 2017.
Since only the Policy Statement has been included with this memo, the full 160-page
document remains available for review in the City Clerk’s office. All comments received
will be reviewed by Administration and submitted to the FTA along with the approved
plan.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Plan
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 Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Plan.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Plan and authorize the Mayor to
sign all related documents.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-183
WHEREAS, The City of Grand Island is the recipient of the United States Department of
Transportation’s Federal Transit Authority Section 5307 Urbanized Area Formula Program funds
authorized as part of 49 U.S.C. 5307, and FTA Section 5303 Metropolitan and Statewide
Planning Funds under 49 U.S.C. 5303; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Authority requires that all communities which
receive these funds adopt a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Transit Program created a new Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Plan to satisfy said requirements; and
WHEREAS, the public comment period which ended on June 23, 2017 offered
the public an opportunity to make comments on the plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA that the City of Grand Island, Nebraska is
hereby approves and adopts the revised Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Plan; and the Mayor
is hereby authorized and such plan on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
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_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-11
#2017-184 - Approving Application for the Nebraska Public
Transportation Assistance Program
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Charley Falmlen, Transit Program Manager
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Approving Application for the Nebraska Public
Transportation Assistance Program
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
On June 14, 2016 via Resolution No. 2016-138 City Council approved the agreement
between the City and Senior Citizens Industries, Inc. of Grand Island, Nebraska for
public transit services. Such approval consisted of an agreement providing compensation
to Senior Citizens Industries, Inc (SCI.) in the total amount of $638,430 for the period of
July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017. The City has opted to renew the agreement beyond June
30, 2017 in increments of two months, as noted in the original resolution. Compensation
for the extended service is at the following monthly rates: July 1, 2017 through June 30,
2018 - $54,798.64 per month and July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 – $56,442.60.
Service will be provided both in the City of Grand Island and County of Hall via a
unified system operated by Senior Citizens Industries, Inc.
The Federal Transit Authority’s (FTA) 5307 Urban Transit Funds pay for portions of the
City of Grand Island’s contract with SCI, and the remainder is the City’s responsibility.
Some activities are covered at a ratio of 80/20, and others are covered at a ratio of 50/50.
Funds are available through the State of Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance
Program to aid the City in meeting the required matching funds. Last year, the City of
Grand Island was awarded Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance in the amount
$152,385.00 for the period of July 1, 201 to June 30, 2017. The state funds will be used
towards the City’s local matching obligation for 5307 Urban Transit funds.
Funds from the Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance Program are competitive, and
the City must complete a new application every year.
Discussion
Public Works Transit Division is requesting a resolution to move forward with the annual
application for matching funds under the Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance
program in the amount of $157,205.00 or 25% of overall eligible operating costs,
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whichever is greater. Upon the State’s review of all submitted requests the City will be
notified of the exact amount they are to receive, based on funds available vs. funds
requested.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the Application for the
Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance Program to aid the City in providing public
transit services.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the Application for the Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance
Program.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-184
WHEREAS, funds are available through the State of Nebraska Public
Transportation Assistance Program to aid the City financially in providing public transit services;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island is in contract with Senior Citizens
Industries, Inc, for implementation of a Transit Program using 5307 Urban Transit funds, and
thereby eligible for State of Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance Program funds; and
WHEREAS, such State funds will be used towards the City’s local matching
obligation for 5307 Urban Transit funds to Senior Citizens Industries, Inc.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and
directed to sign the application to the Nebraska Public Transportation Assistance Program in an
amount not to exceed $157,205.00 or 25% of eligible operating costs, whichever is greater.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-12
#2017-185 - Approving Change Order No. 1 for Asphalt
Resurfacing Project 2017-AC-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:June 27, 2017
Subject:Approving Change Order No. 1 for Asphalt Resurfacing
Project 2017-AC-1
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
Vontz Paving, Inc. of Hastings, Nebraska was awarded a $874,083.59 contract by the
City Council on February 28, 2017, via Resolution No. 2017-52, for the 2017 Annual
Asphalt Resurfacing project, with an original estimate of $1,173,000. This year’s work
involves asphalt resurfacing on the following City streets.
Section #1A. Capital Avenue; Locust Street to Sky Park Road
Section #1B. North Road; Husker Highway to Stolley Park Road
Section #1C. Wildwood Drive; US Highway 281 to Locust Street
Section #1D. Shady Bend Road; Burlington Northern Santa Fe Rail line to Gregory
Avenue
Discussion
It has been discovered that the mix design bid with the project did not allow for the
proper amount of binder oil to perform as desired. The binder addition accounts for a
majority of this request. Also, manholes need to be lowered in the Capital Avenue and
North Road sections of work. This work is usually performed by internal staff, but due to
staff working on other projects and the condensed time schedule for this year’s work, it is
logistically ideal to have the contractor lower the manholes at this time.
In order to complete this work Change Order No. 1 is necessary, in the amount of
$133,225.00, resulting in a revised contract agreement of $1,007,308.59.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
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1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve Change Order No. 1 for
Asphalt Maintenance Project 2017-AC-1.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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City of Grand Island CHANGE ORDER NUMBER 1
100 East 1st Street
Grand Island, Nebraska 68801 Date of Issuance: June 27, 2017
PROJECT: Asphalt Maintenance Project 2017-AC-1
CONTRACTOR: Vontz Paving, Inc.
CONTRACT DATE: February 28, 2017
It has been discovered that the mix design bid with the project did not allow for the proper amount of binder oil to
perform as desired. The binder addition accounts for a majority of this request. Also, manholes need to be
lowered in the Capital Avenue and North Road sections of work. This work is usually performed by internal staff,
but due to staff working on other projects and the condensed time schedule for this year’s work, it is logistically
ideal to have the contractor lower the manholes at this time.
Quantity Unit Price Total Price
1.Additional PG Binder 235.00 TON $475.00/Ton $111,625.00
2.Lower Manhole 36.00 EA.$600.00/EA.$ 21,600.00
TOTAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 $133,225.00
Contract Price Prior to This Change Order .....................................................................................$ 874,083.59
Net Increase/Decrease Resulting from this Change Order .............................................................$ 133,225.00
Revised Contract Price Including this Change Order................................................................$1,007,308.59
Approval Recommended:
By_______________________________________
John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Date
The Above Change Order Accepted:Approved for the City of Grand Island:
Vontz Paving, Inc. . By_________________________________
Contractor Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
By Attest:
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Date Date_______________________________
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-185
WHEREAS, on February 28, 2017, via Resolution 2017-52, the City of Grand
Island awarded Vontz Paving, Inc. of Hastings, Nebraska the bid in the amount of $874,083.59
for Asphalt Resurfacing Project No. 2017-AC-1; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that modifications need to be made to allow
for lowering of manholes in the Capital Avenue section of this project; and
WHEREAS, such modifications have been incorporated into Change Order No. 1;
and
WHEREAS, the result of such modifications will increase the contract amount by
$133,225.00 for a revised contract price of $1,007,308.59.
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 between the City of Grand Island and
Vontz Paving, Inc. of Hastings, Nebraska to provide the modifications.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-13
#2017-186 - Approving Purchase of Two (2) Hydraulic Bulk Salt
Spreaders for the Streets Division of the Public Works Department
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Shannon Callahan, Street Superintendent
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Approving Purchase of Two (2) Hydraulic Bulk Salt
Spreaders for the Streets Division of the Public Works
Department
Presenter(s):John Collins PE, Public Works Director
Background
On March 28, 2017 the purchase of a new 5 CY dump truck was approved by Resolution
No. 2017-89 with the plan to re-purpose the existing cab/chassis as a full time salt truck
detailed in the Council Memo (Agenda Item G-10). The new dump truck is scheduled to
be delivered in mid-June so the next step is the purchase and installation of a hydraulic
salt spreader body.
The recently purchased dump truck will be outfitted with a slide-in hydraulic salt
spreader body for use during the winter months. The existing slide-in spreader also needs
replaced; the slide-in spreader box did not need to be formally bid but in an effort to
receive better prices both two spreader bodies were bid together.
The new frame-mounted hydraulic salt spreader body was planned to be budgeted next
fiscal year but due to the mild winter, the Streets Division’s Snow and Ice control
operating budget has sufficient funds available to purchase both salt spreader bodies this
fiscal year.
Discussion
Bids were advertised on June 5, 2017 and sent to four (4) potential bidders. One (1) bid
was received and opened on June 20, 2017. Below is the bid summary:
One (1) Frame Mounted Hydraulic Bulk Salt Spreader
= $24,130.00
One (1) Slide-In Hydraulic Bulk Salt Spreader Box
LCL Truck Equipment of
Hastings, NE
= $17,950.00
Total Purchase Price = $42,080.00
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Public Works staff is recommending purchase approval of Hydraulic Spreader Bodies
from LCL Truck Equipment of Hastings, Nebraska in the total amount of $42,080.00.
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 the purchase of Hydraulic
Spreader Bodies from LCL Truck Equipment of Hastings, Nebraska in the total amount
of $42,080.00.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the purchase of Hydraulic Spreader Bodies from LCL Truck Equipment
of Hastings, Nebraska in the total amount of $42,080.00.
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Purchasing Division of Legal Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent
Working Together for a
Better Tomorrow, Today
BID OPENING
BID OPENING DATE:June 20, 2017 at 2:15 p.m.
FOR:Hydraulic Bulk Salt Spreaders
DEPARTMENT:Public Works
ESTIMATE:$37,000.00
FUND/ACCOUNT:21033502-85335 (Repair & Maint. Vehicles)
21033502-85312 (Snow Removal)
21033501-85612 (Machine4ry & Equipment)
PUBLICATION DATE:June 3, 2017
NO. POTENTIAL BIDDERS:4
SUMMARY
Bidder:LCL Truck Equipment
Hastings, NE
Bid Security:Cashier’s Check
Exceptions:Noted
Bid Price:
Part A Price:$17,205.00
Parts & Labor:$ 6,925.00
Total Price (A):$24,130.00
Make/Model:FSH-3 by Henderson
Part B Price:$14,500.00
Parts & Labor:$ 3,450.00
Total Price (B):$17,950.00
Make/Model:FSH-3 by Henderson Total Bid A & B:$42,080.00
cc:John Collins, Public Works Director Catrina DeLosh, PW Admin. Assist.
Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator Renae Griffiths, Finance Director
Stacy Nonhof, Purchasing Agent Shannon Callahan, Street Supt.
P1980
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-186
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island invited proposals for Two (2) Hydraulic
Bulk Salt Spreaders according to the bid solicitation on file with the Public Works Department;
and
WHEREAS, on June 20, 2017 bids were received, opened, and reviewed; and
WHEREAS, LCL Truck Equipment of Hastings, Nebraska submitted a bid in
accordance with the terms of the bid solicitation; and
WHEREAS, the total purchase price for Two (2) Hydraulic Bulk Salt Spreaders is
$42,080.00; and
WHEREAS, such funds are available in the approved Fiscal Year 2016/2017
budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the purchase of Two (2) Hydraulic
Bulk Salt Spreaders, in the total amount of $42,080.00, from LCL Truck Equipment of Hastings,
Nebraska is hereby approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-14
#2017-187 – Approving Application for the 2017 Cops Hiring
Grant
Staff Contact: Robert Falldorf, Police Chief
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Robert Falldorf, Police Chief
Meeting:June 27th, 2017
Subject:COP Hiring Grant Application
Presenter(s):Robert Falldorf, Police Chief
Background
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened applications for 2017 COPs Hiring grants that
if awarded could be used to assist in paying for the costs of up to four new Police Officer
positions. The Police Department just recently received City Administration approval to
move forward with completing this grant application. The grant application isn’t
available to attach to this memo at this time as we are currently working on it. Deadline
for the grant application is July 10, 2017. The complete application will be on file at the
Police Department after completion. The Police Department is seeking permission to
submit the application. The application does not commit the City until such time as the
City would accept an award if granted.
Discussion
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened applications for COPs Hiring Grants that if
awarded could be used to assist in paying for the costs of up to four new Police Officer
positions. The grant funding will support paying for the salaries and benefits of a new
hire Police Officer for three years up to $125,000 per officer. This would include salary,
social security, pension, and health care benefits. It does not include overtime or uniforms
and equipment.
The City would be responsible for a match of at least twenty five percent of the grant
award which we would pay for the rest of the officers’ salaries and benefits. The grant
would require the City to maintain any officers hired under the grant for a minimum of
one year after the grant ended. Grant funds are limited and there is no assurance that the
City would receive an award.
The 2012 ICMA Public Safety Study identified the need to increase the Police
Department strength by ten sworn officer positions. The Police Department developed an
implementation plan that identified hiring five new officer positions in the 2012/2013
fiscal year and five additional new officers in the 2013/2014 fiscal year, which was done.
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Due to recent budget constraints it has been necessary to freeze three police officer
positions over the last two fiscal years through attrition as officers have resigned or
retired. There is the potential that one additional police officer position could be frozen in
July, 2017. The Police Department would like to maintain our sworn officer strength as
identified through the ICMA Study to continue successful application of Strategic
Policing and continue to address a rising violent crime issue within the community. This
would mean replacing the four frozen police officer positions.
The Police Department has prepared a grant application seeking grant funding for up to
four new hire officers to further enhance our strategic policing initiative. The Department
is seeking Council approval to submit the grant application. The application does not
commit the City to hiring any officers until such time as the City would accept an award.
Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the submission of the 2017
COP Hiring Grant for up to four new Police Officer positions in the Police Department.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the submission of the 2017 COP Hiring Grant for up to four new Police
Officer positions in the Police Department.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-187
WHEREAS, The U.S. Department of Justice has opened applications for 2017
COPS Hiring grant funding that the Police Department is eligible to apply for; and
WHEREAS, the COPS Hiring grant would assist in paying for the salary and
benefits of four new Police Officers if so awarded.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, to approve the submission of the Police
Department 2017 COPS Hiring grant application for four new hire Police Officer positions in
the Police Department.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item G-15
#2017-172 (Amended) – Approving Correction to Resolution
#2017-172 Regarding Fire Rescue Equipment
Staff Contact: Cory Schmidt, Fire Chief
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Fire Chief Cory Schmidt
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Hydraulic Rescue Tools
Presenter(s):Cory Schmidt and Tim Hiemer
Background
The use of high tension steel in vehicle manufacturing has become very common. As a
result of the change in vehicle design many of the older extrication tools are unable to
meet the challenges fire departments face. The Grand Island Fire Department (GIFD)
requested and was authorized by Council $40,000 in FY 2016-17 to replace their ageing
hydraulic rescue equipment. On June 13, 2017, Council approved Resolution 2017-172
authorizing the purchase of hydraulic rescue equipment manufactured by Equipment
Management Company, DBA Genesis Rescue Systems, through a contract available
through the HGAC buying group, at a total cost of $37,717. It was subsequently learned
that the telescoping ram, a part of the purchase authorized by Resolution 2017-172, is not
available through the HGAC purchasing contract but must be purchased from Heiman
Fire Equipment, the exclusive distributor in Nebraska.
Discussion
GIFD administration coordinated four vendors to conduct a hands-on demonstration of
hydraulic rescue tools. The various products were tested by GIFD personnel. The
designated committee chose the Genesis brand of rescue equipment. The Genesis
equipment is available through the HGAC buying group which meets City purchasing
requirements. The bid price of the Genesis rescue equipment is $28,830 from Equipment
Management Company, DBA Genesis Rescue Systems. In addition to the equipment
available through the HGAC, a telescoping ram made by Genesis is also requested. The
price of the ram is $8,887. The telescoping ram is not available through the HGAC
buying group because it is a relatively new product. The ram is proprietary to the other
equipment and is designed to be used with the Genesis system. Heiman Fire Equipment is
the sole source vendor of the Genesis brand in Nebraska. Therefore, the telescoping ram
must be purchased through Heiman Fire Equipment. Total price of the requested
hydraulic rescue tools including the telescoping ram is $37,717. The proposed
resolution, if adopted, would correct the prior council action by authorizing the separate
purchases, one with Equipment Management Company through the HGAC buyers group
and one with Heiman Fire Equipment.
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Alternatives
It appears that the Council has the following alternatives concerning the issue at hand.
The Council may:
1.Move to approve
2.Refer the issue to a Committee
3.Postpone the issue to future date
4.Take no action on the issue
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council approve the purchase of the Genesis
telescoping ram from Heiman Fire Equipment for $$8,887 and the spreaders, cutters,
short ram, as accessories from Equipment Management Company for $28,830, for a total
of $37,717.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-172 (Amended)
WHEREAS, on June 13, 2017, Resolution 2017-172 was adopted authorizing the
purchase of Genesis fire rescue equipment from Heiman Fire Equipment at a cost of $37,717.00
through a purchase contract available through the HGAC buyers group; and
WHEREAS, included with the proposed purchase authorized by Resolution
2017-172 was a telescoping ram which is not available for purchase directly from Equipment
Management Company; and
WHEREAS, Heiman Fire Equipment is the sole source vendor in Nebraska for
Genesis rescue equipment telescoping ram at a cost of $8,887.00; and
WHEREAS, Equipment Management Company will supply the spreaders, cutters,
short ram, and accessories at a cost of $28,830.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that Resolution 2017-172 is hereby
amended to approve the purchase of the Genesis rescue equipment from Equipment Management
Company, through the HGAC buyers group, at a cost of $28,830.00 and from Heiman Fire
Equipment at a cost of $8,887.00.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item H-1
Consideration of Forwarding Blighted and Substandard Area #25
(Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant - CAAP) to the Hall County
Regional Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Chad Nabity, AICP
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Proposed Blighted and Substandard Area #25
Presenter(s):Chad Nabity, Director Grand Island CRA
Background
Included within the Council Meeting Packet is a copy of a Blight and Substandard Study
prepared for the Central Nebraska Growth Foundation by Marvin Planning Consultants.
This study pertains to 12,230 acres more or less of property at the former Cornhusker
Army Ammunition Plant (CAAP) west of Grand Island located between Husker Highway
and Airport Road and between of 60th Road and Schauppsville Road. Areas 20 and 22
that were previously declared blighted and substandard and are not included in the
present study. The study indicates that this property could be considered substandard and
blighted.
The Central Nebraska Growth Foundation submitted this study for the review and
consideration of the Grand Island City Council as permitted by Nebraska law. The
Central Nebraska Growth Foundation is a not-for-profit organization with the mission of
providing a sustainable source of long-term support for the economic development of
Hall County by creating sources of funding for viable prospective and existing industries
that are creating new and higher-paying jobs for low to moderately paid individuals. The
decision on whether to declare an area blighted and substandard is entirely within the
jurisdiction of the City Council following receipt of a recommendation from the Planning
Commission.
The question before Council will be whether to send the Study to the Planning
Commission for their review and recommendation. If the item is not sent to the Planning
Commission, the Council cannot declare the area blighted and substandard. The Planning
Commission will meet July 5 and would have a recommendation ready following that
meeting.
Once an area has been declared substandard and blighted the CRA can accept
redevelopment proposals for the area. The redevelopment proposals might or might not
include an application for Tax Increment Financing. It is anticipated that a redevelopment
plan for the Husker Harvest Days site will be submitted if this study and designation are
approved. At this time TIF is not proposed for the improvements at the Husker Harvest
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Days site. It is anticipated that TIF projects may come forward for other locations
covered by this designation including but not limited to the property owned by Southern
Public Power District. The CAAP site has been identified as a mega site for industrial
development because of its proximity to mainline line rail and highways, and the deed
restrictions on residential uses.
Discussion
The action item tonight relates to the Study for proposed CRA Area No. 25 west of
Grand Island including the balance of Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant as shown
below. The study was prepared for 19.11 square miles, of all of which are located in a
formerly used defense site.
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Jerry Janulewicz City Attorney has 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 submit its written recommendations within thirty days
after receipt of the request.
Upon receipt of the recommendations from the planning commission or after thirty days
if no recommendation is received, 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 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
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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 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 their recommendation or not. According to NRSS §18-2109, it
is clear that the Planning Commission must 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 its review and recommendation.
The Planning Commission recommendation should be done at the first available
opportunity, as the Planning Commission has 30 days to respond to Council’s request for
a recommendation.
Blighted Area of the Community
This area is located outside the City Limits in at CAAP and as such any declaration as
blighted and substandard is exempt from the 35% limit imposed by statute.
NRSS §18-2103 (11) Blighted area means an area, which (a) by reason of the
presence of a substantial number of deteriorated or deteriorating structures, existence of
defective or inadequate street layout, faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy,
accessibility, or usefulness, insanitary or unsafe conditions, deterioration of site or other
improvements, diversity of ownership, tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding
the fair value of the land, defective or unusual conditions of title, improper subdivision
or obsolete platting, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by
fire and other causes, or any combination of such factors, substantially impairs or arrests
the sound growth of the community, retards the provision of housing accommodations,
or constitutes an economic or social liability and is detrimental to the public health,
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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;
The declaration of Area 25 would not impact the City’s ability to declare other areas
substandard and blighted.
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.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 Move to forward the Study to the
Planning Commission.
Sample Motion
Motion to adopt resolution to forward the Study to the Planning Commission for their
review and recommendation.
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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 a specific
part of Hall County. This study has been commissioned by the Central Nebraska Growth Foundation to analyze
the possibility of declaring the area as blighted and substandard.
The City of Grand Island, when considering conditions of Blight and Substandard, will be looking at those issues
and definitions provided for in the Nebraska Community Redevelopment Law as found in Chapter 18, Section
2104 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes, as follows:
“The governing body of a city, to the greatest extent it deems to be feasible in carrying out the
provisions of Sections 18-2101 to 18-2144, shall afford maximum opportunity, consistent with sound
needs of the city as a whole, to the rehabilitation or redevelopment of the community
redevelopment area by private enterprises. The governing body of a city shall give consideration to
this objective in exercising its powers under sections 18-2101 to 18-2144, including the formulation of
a workable program, the approval of community redevelopment plans consistent with the general
plan for the development of the city, the exercise of its zoning powers, the enforcement of other
laws, codes, and regulations relating to the use and occupancy of buildings and improvements, the
disposition of any property acquired, and providing of necessary public improvements”.
The Nebraska Revised Statutes §18-2105 continues by granting authority to the governing body for formulation
of a workable program. The statute reads,
“The governing body of a city or an authority at its direction for the purposes of the Community
Development Law may formulate for the entire municipality a workable program for utilizing
appropriate private and public resources to eliminate or prevent the development or spread of
urban blight, to encourage needed urban rehabilitation, to provide for the redevelopment of
substandard and blighted areas, or to undertake such of the aforesaid activities or other feasible
municipal activities as may be suitably employed to achieve the objectives of such workable
program. Such workable program may include, without limitation, provision for the prevention of the
spread of blight into areas of the municipality which are free from blight through diligent
enforcement of housing, zoning, and occupancy controls and standards; the rehabilitation or
conservation of substandard and blighted areas or portions thereof by replanning, removing
congestion, providing parks, playgrounds, and other public improvements by encouraging
voluntary rehabilitation and by compelling the repair and rehabilitation of deteriorated or
deteriorating structures; and the clearance and redevelopment of substandard and blighted areas
or portions thereof.”
Blight and Substandard are defined as the following:
“Substandard areas mean an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or improvements,
whether nonresidential or residential in character, which, by reason of dilapidation, deterioration,
age or obsolescence, inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or open spaces, high
density of population and overcrowding, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or
property by fire and other causes, or any combination of such factors, is conducive to ill health,
transmission of disease, infant mortality, juvenile delinquency, and crime, (which cannot be
remedied through construction of prisons), and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or
welfare;”
“Blighted area means an area, which (a) by reason of the presence of a substantial number of
deteriorated or deteriorating structures, existence of defective or inadequate street layout, faulty lot
layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or usefulness, insanitary or unsafe conditions,
deterioration of site or other improvements, diversity of ownership, tax or special assessment
delinquency exceeding the fair value of the land, defective or unusual conditions of title, improper
subdivision or obsolete platting, or the existence of conditions which endanger life or property by
fire and other causes, or any combination of such factors, substantially impairs or arrests the sound
growth of the community, retards the provision of housing accommodations, or constitutes an
economic or social liability and is detrimental to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare in its
present condition and use and (b) in which there is at least one of the following conditions: (i)
Unemployment in the designated area is at least one hundred twenty percent of the state or
national average; (ii) the average age of the residential or commercial units in the area is at least
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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 shall not designate an
area larger than one hundred percent of the as blighted;”
Furthermore, Chapter 18, Section 2123.01 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes:
Redevelopment project with property outside corporate limits; formerly used defense site; agreement with
county authorized.
(1) Notwithstanding any other provisions of the Community Development Law to the contrary, a city may
undertake a redevelopment project that includes real property located outside the corporate limits of such
city if the following requirements have been met:
(a) The real property located outside the corporate limits of the city is a formerly used defense site;
(b) The formerly used defense site is located within the same county as the city approving such
redevelopment project;
(c) The formerly used defense site is located within a sanitary and improvement district;
(d) The governing body of the city approving such redevelopment project passes an ordinance stating
such city's intent to annex the formerly used defense site in the future; and
(e) The redevelopment project has been consented to by any city exercising extraterritorial jurisdiction over
the formerly used defense site.
(2) For purposes of this section, formerly used defense site means real property that was formerly owned by,
leased to, or otherwise possessed by the United States and under the jurisdiction of the United States
Secretary of Defense. Formerly used defense site does not include missile silos.
(3) The inclusion of a formerly used defense site in any redevelopment project under this section shall not result
in:
(a) Any change in the service area of any electric utility or natural gas utility unless such change has been
agreed to by the electric utility or natural gas utility serving the formerly used defense site at the time of
approval of such redevelopment project; or
(b) Any change in the service area of any communications company as defined in section 77-2734.04
unless (i) such change has been agreed to by the communications company serving the formerly used
defense site at the time of approval of such redevelopment project or (ii) such change occurs pursuant
to sections 86-135 to 86-138.
(4) A city approving a redevelopment project under this section and the county in which the formerly used
defense site is located may enter into an agreement pursuant to the Interlocal Cooperation Act in which
the county agrees to reimburse such city for any services the city provides to the formerly used defense site
after approval of the redevelopment project.
This Blight and Substandard Study is intended to give the Community Redevelopment Authority, 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.
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.
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STUDY AREA HISTORY
The Study Area was originally …constructed and became fully operational in 1942 and was intermittently active until
1973. Between wars and after 1973, it was kept on standby status. Activities conducted at CAAP resulted in soil and
groundwater contamination from explosives wastes and residues associated with munitions loading, assembly, and
packing (LAP) operations during World War II (WWII), Korea, and Vietnam, during which bombs, artillery shells, boosters,
mines, and rockets were produced. CAAP was placed on the Superfund National Priorities List (NFL) in 1987. In 1989,
CAAP was declared excess property, and most maintenance ceased. An interagency agreement (TAG)
between DoD, EPA, and the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ) was signed in 1990, under
which the Army has identified, investigated, remediated, and placed institutional controls/land use controls on
tracts for disposal in accordance with the Hall County reuse plan.
CAAP was determined to be excess real property prior to the requirements of BRAC. However, the activities at
CAAP have been conducted following BRAC guidance in disposing of CAAP Real Property. Since this time, the
Army has conducted investigations and remediation activities at CAAP with this goal in mind.
In 1993, the Hall County Board of Supervisors established the CAAP Reuse Committee, which was given the task of
developing a reuse plan for the installation. The Reuse Committee undertook a planning and a public participation
process to identify a land use plan and development strategy for the site. In 1994, the U.S. Congress passed a special
legislation (Public Law [PL] 103-337) dealing with the disposal of real property at CAAP. PL 103-337 stated that "...
[The] Secretary of the Army may convey to Hall County, Nebraska, Board of Supervisors or the designee of the
Board, all rights, title, and interest of the United States in and to the real property, together with any improvements
thereon, in Hall County, Nebraska, that is the site of the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant." The act stated
furthermore that "The Board [of Supervisors] or its designee... shall utilize the real property conveyed... in a manner
consistent with the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant Reuse Committee Comprehensive Reuse Plan." The
Comprehensive Reuse Plan was finalized in December 1997.
The first sale of CAAP property took place with a General Services Administration (GSA) public auction in
September 1999 that sold 1,410 acres for $2.93 million. The Omaha District of the United States Army Corps of
Engineers (USACE) became the Army's Real Property Administrator in December 2001, taking over this function
from the U.S. Army Materiel Command/Operation Support Command (AMC/OSC). As of March 2004, 8,401 acres
of CAAP, or 70 percent of its original area, have been sold. AMC/OSC completed Environmental Assessments
(EAs) for all of their previous disposal actions, each of which concluded in a Finding of No Significant Impact
(FONSI). Most of the rest of the property has been leased to farmers and several other lessees, including an
annual agricultural fair and a railroad car repair company.
Several requirements of the property transfer or lease require the issue of an Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) and/or an EBS. A Draft EIS was issued in September 2004, and an EBS is currently being completed through
USACE.
Source: Review of Environmental Documentation Related to the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plan; HDR; 2008
During the 2013-2014 Legislative sessions, the Nebraska Legislature passed LB 66 and LB 1012 which provided for
a means to use Tax Increment Financing on projects located in a former defense site. LB 66 gave Cities of the
First Class (5,000 to 100,000 population) the authority to approve Redevelopment Plans and use Ad Valorem
Taxes (TIF) generated by the project(s) approved in the plan to pay for eligible expenses under certain
proscribed conditions on formerly used defense sites outside of the corporate limits of and within the same
County as the City. LB 1012 states that “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.” (which is 35%).
LB 66 and LB 1012 did not remove the need for a Blight and Substandard designation.
This specific study includes the entire Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant site, approximately 20 square miles;
less the areas previously declared blighted and substandard on the O’Neill (Area 20) and GI EDC site and the
Platte River Industrial Site (Area 22).
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Figure 1: Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant in 1975
Source: City of Grand Island GIS System
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BLIGHT AND SUBSTANDARD ELIGIBILITY STUDY
This study targets a specific area within an established part of the community for evaluation. The area i(s
indicated in Figure 2 of this report. The existing uses in this area include industrial, recreation and agricultural
uses within the old Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant and are outside the corporate limits of Grand Island.
Chapter 18, Section 2123.01 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes authorizes redevelopment projects outside
of the city limits under certain conditions.
Through the redevelopment process, the City of Grand Island can guide future development and
redevelopment throughout the area. The use of the Community Redevelopment Act by the City of Grand
Island is intended to redevelop and improve the area. By 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.
The Study area is the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant and described as follows:
Point of beginning is the intersection of Schaupsville Road N and Airport Road W; thence, easterly along the
centerline of Airport Road W to the intersection of Airport Road W and 60th Road N; thence, southerly along the
centerline of 60th Road N to the intersection of 60th Road N and Husker Highway; thence, westerly along the
centerline of Husker Highway to the intersection of Husker Highway and Schaupsville Road N; thence, northerly
along the centerline of Schaupsville Road N to the POB; then less the areas previously studied as follows:
• Harrison TWP PT E1/2 of NW1/4 & NW1/4 NE1/4 PT W1/2 SE1/4 13-11-11 - Total acres are 281.80 acres.
• The Study consists of area described as follows: The Point of Beginning is the intersection of West Old Potash
Road and North 70th Road (Alda Road); thence, northeasterly along the centerline of North 70th Road to the
intersection with the centerline of West 13th Street (County Road 33); thence westerly along the centerline
of West 13th Street (County Road 33) to the extended west property line of a parcel described as Center
Township PT E 1/2N of RR 18-11-10 231.28 AC; thence southerly along said west property line to the
intersection with the centerline of West Old Potash Road; thence easterly to the POB. Total acres are 285.26
acres.
The total area is approximately 19.11 square miles.
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Study Area
Figure 2: Study Area Map
Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and MSA 2017
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EEXXIISSTTIINNGG LLAANNDD UUSSEESS
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 several impacts either
benefitting or detracting from the community. Because of this, the short and long-term success and
sustainability of the community are directly contingent upon available resources utilized in the best manner
given the constraints the City faces during the planning period. Existing patterns of land use are often fixed in
older communities and neighborhoods, while development in newer areas is often reflective of current
development practices.
Existing Land Use Analysis within Study Area
As part of the planning process, a survey was conducted through both in-field observations, as well as data
collection online using the Hall County Assessors website. This survey noted the use of the parcel within the study
area.
The existing land uses are predominately agricultural, commercial, industrial, public and
parks/recreation/wildlife management.
Examples of Existing Land Uses in the Study Area
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Examples of Existing Land Uses in the Study Area
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Figure 3: Existing Land Use Map
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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.
FORMER DEFENSE SITE
Based on Chapter 18, Sections 18-2103 and 2123.01 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes, this study area is
eligible to be deemed to be Blighted and Substandard. The area meets all of the necessary eligibility criteria
identified in the §§18-2103 and18-2123.01:
1. The real property located outside the corporate limits of the city is a formerly used defense site;
2. The formerly used defense site is located within the same county as the city approving such redevelopment
project;
3. Formerly used defense site means real property that was formerly owned by, leased to, or otherwise
possessed by the United States and under the jurisdiction of the United States Secretary of Defense. Formerly
used defense site does not include missile silos.
Based on the site meeting the criteria found in §§18-2103 and18-2123.01, this area is eligible for declaring it
Blighted and Substandard.
OTHER CONTRIBUTING FACTORS
There were many other conditions examined and evaluated in the field and online. There are several
conditions that will be reviewed in detail, on the following pages, which add to the overall condition of Blight
and Substandard on the proposed site.
Substantial Number of Deteriorating Structures
The team went through every property record on-line, via the Hall County Assessor’s site to identify structures in
good or bad condition. Also, a site visit examined many existing structures throughout the Study Area. In
addition, the use of aerial photography and a drone flight were utilized in gaining a better view and more
insight on the structural conditions of certain areas of the former Army Reservation.
Through the team’s observations and analysis, the following was determined:
• 155 structures were in bad or deteriorating condition
• 46 structures were in good condition
• 1 structure burned down
Almost everything constructed during the Army’s occupation of the area fits within the category of
deteriorated and dilapidated and is in poor condition. The structures deemed to be in good condition have
been constructed by the new property owners, including the area around Husker Harvest Days and the actual
range at the Heartland Shooting Park.
Besides the actual standing structures, there are several concrete slabs and footings still visible on the old
administration area. The above ground portions have been torn down slabs and footings were left behind.
Based upon the review of this issue, it is found that deteriorating structures is a contributing factor in declaring
this area blighted.
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Figure 4
Deterioration of Structures
Source: Hall County Assessor, Marvin Planning Consultants and MSA 2017
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Deterioration of Structures – Old Sewage Treatment Plant circa 1970
Deterioration of Structures – Old Administrative Area (left), burned down Base Fire Station (right)
Deterioration of Structures – Old Administrative Area
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Deterioration of Site or Other Improvements
Drainage Conditions
The Grand Island and Hall County area has a long history of drainage issues due to the extreme flatness of the
area, as well as the high-water table. Topography and soils can have a major impact on how a given portion
of the area drains. The area designated in this Study Area is nearly flat or has an extremely small slope. The
areas with the greatest slopes in the study area are:
• old landfill sites
• berm constructed to defray explosive blasts and
• the old storage bunkers south of Old Potash Road.
The field survey examined the entire area for potential drainage problems.
Figures 5.A through 5.E are existing topographic maps from MyTopo.com showing the study area. The maps
confirm the flatness of the area. The following Figures are divided north to south and show a one-mile set of
sections at a time. The contours are relatively flat along each set of the topographic areas. The contours range
from a low of 1890 feet to 1925 feet.
Figure 5.A
Topographic Map of Study Area
Source: MyTopo.com (topographic map) and Marvin Planning Consultants
The area shown in Figure 5.A indicates contours as low as 1890 feet on the east side and1905 on the far west
edge of the area. The cross slope of this entire four-mile area is less than 1% slope (0.07%). However, there is a
creek flowing through this four-mile area which likely draws some of the drainage on the west edge. Also, this
very slight slope is across four sections of land. Therefore, the slopes within each section are likely considerably
less than the 0.07%.
1900 contour 1905 contour
1890 contour
1900 contour
1895 contour
Example of the Existing Topography within the Study Area
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Figure 5.B
Topographic Map of Study Area
Source: MyTopo.com (topographic map) and Marvin Planning Consultants
The area shown in Figures 5.B indicates, again, contours as low as 1890 feet on the east side and1905 on the far
west edge of the area. Again, the cross slope of the four-mile area is less than 1% slope (0.07%). Also, this very
slight slope is across four sections of land, examination of each section indicates they are all nearly flat with
minimal slope anywhere within a section.
Figure 5.C
Topographic Map of Study Area
Source: MyTopo.com (topographic map) and Marvin Planning Consultants
The area shown in Figures 5.C is a bit more difficult to quantify since some of the old bomb line sites have been
regraded since the removal of the structures. Specifically, there is new construction occurring in Section 13 (old
bomb line 3 at present) (However, this area is not part of this study). However, after driving around these
sections, as well as flying some of these sections with a drone, it is safe to presume similar slopes are within this
area.
1890 contour 1905 contour
1905 contour
1900 contour
The slope,
basically 0%
has not
changed in
recent years
The slope,
basically 0%
has not
changed in
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The slope,
basically 0%
has not
changed in
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Example of the Existing Roadside Ditches
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Figure 5.D
Topographic Map of Study Area
Source: MyTopo.com (topographic map) and Marvin Planning Consultants
The area shown in Figures 5.D indicates contours as low as 1900 feet on the east side and1925 on the far west
edge of the area. Again, the cross slope of the four-mile area is less than 1% slope (0.12%). Also, this very slight
slope is across four sections of land, examination of each section indicates they are all nearly flat with minimal
slope anywhere within a section.
Figure 5.E
Topographic Map of Study Area
Source: MyTopo.com (topographic map) and Marvin Planning Consultants
The area shown in Figures 5.E indicates contours as low as 1905 feet on the east side and1930 on the far west
edge of the area. Again, the cross slope of the four-mile area is less than 1% slope (0.12%). Also, this very slight
slope is across four sections of land, examination of each section indicates they are all nearly flat with minimal
slope anywhere within a section.
1900 contour 1920 contour
1910 contour
1905 contour
1925 contour
1920 contour
1910 contour
1905 contour
1925 contour
1910 contour
1930 contour
Example of the Existing Topography within the Study Area
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Figure 6
Drainage Conditions
Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and MSA, 2017
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In addition to the flatness of the study area, the entire study area is designed to drain using “rural section”
ditches along all of the county roads in the area, See Figure 6. The flatness of the study area, seen in Figure 5.A
through 5.E would indicate the drainage ditches will also have a minimal amount of slope to sufficiently drain
the area. Also, a lot of these ditches have not recently been mowed or cleaned which will slow drainage and
encourage ponding of water.
Another drainage system employed in this study area is a pair of drainage ditches running north and south with
one located on the east side of the area and one on the west side, see Figure 6. These ditches were
constructed during the early years of the Army Reservation and may be in need of cleaning and scouring.
All of the conditions discussed above will create the potential for standing water within this study area. Standing
water from poor drainage can be a catalyst for health issues like West Nile and other mosquito-borne diseases
due to the potential mosquito breeding during the summer months.
Drainage is a contributing factor to the area being declared Blighted and Substandard.
County Road Conditions
The study area contains approximately 44.5 miles of roadways; plus, 4.5 miles of closed roadways along section
lines. Of the 44.5 miles of existing roadway, the following conditions exist:
• 7.0 miles are paved and considered in Good condition
• 6.5 miles are paved and considered in Fair condition
• 31.5 miles are gravel and depending upon maintenance and weather conditions, may be in Good or Poor
conditions.
• These calculations do not include internal roads within specific sites of the study area, such as the Husker
Harvest Days site or the Heartland Public Shooting Park.
Example of the Existing County Roads within the Study Area
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Figure 7
County Road Conditions
Source: Marvin Planning Consultants and MSA, 2017
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The existing road conditions are a contributing factor to the deterioration of site or other improvement within
the area.
Stormwater management
The study area is surrounded by rural section roads which include drainage ditches. The ditches along with the
lack of slope in the area create a negative impact on stormwater management for the area. This flatness is
typically true throughout the entire Hall County area.
The stormwater management system is a contributing factor to the deterioration of site or other improvement
within the area.
Internal Infrastructure
The on-site area surrounding CAAP location is made up primarily of gravel roads. The area may need to
upgrade these roads if anything substantial is constructed on the site.
The internal infrastructure is a contributing factor to the deterioration of site or other improvement within the
area.
Old Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant Infrastructure and Contamination
Groundwater Contamination
Examining the Blight and Substandard Study Area from the context of the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant’s
1997 Reuse Plan, the study area contains an area referred to as an “Area of Concern.” Figure 8 indicates an
area referred to as “Operable Unit 1”, which is within the study area. Based upon the report, when cesspools
under the old load lines were examined and tested, it was determined:
• The cesspools were found contaminated with explosive residues and heavy metals;
• The groundwater was found contaminated with dissolved explosives, heavy metals, and organic solvents.
• The plume indicated in Figure 8 has decreased since 1997 and is reviewed periodically;
• The deed restrictions for residential development continue and are enforced.
The groundwater contamination is currently in the process of mitigating the contamination through a water
treatment plant/process on site.
The entire Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant site is considered a potentially hazardous area regarding
groundwater contamination from explosive residue, heavy metals, and organic solvents. Also, the plume has
caused restrictions for potable domestic wells within the entire former ammunition plant site and beyond to be
put into place.
Figure 8
Groundwater Contamination
1997
Source: CAAP Reuse Plan 1997
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Old Water Tower located
on a previously declared
property (O’Neill Study)
Water System
Also, there is older wood and asbestos covered water pipes underground that once connected the old water
system to the site. Figure 9 indicates the primary water lines throughout the entire CAAP area; the area outlined
in red is the actual study site. Any development within this study will likely require the complete or partial
removal of these asbestos pipes during demolition and construction, thus exposing the asbestos hazard if not
controlled properly.
Figure 9
Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant Water System
Source: Review of Environmental Documentation Related to the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant; HDR; 2008
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Abandoned Sewage Treatment Plant Abandoned Sewage Treatment Plant –
Aerial View
Sanitary Sewer System
The existing sanitary sewer lines within the study area are constructed of similar hazardous materials. Similar to
the water lines, these lines will likely need to be disturbed during any future development/redevelopment of the
property, thus exposing the asbestos hazard if not controlled properly. See Figure 9 for an approximate location
of these sanitary sewer lines.
Figure 10
Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant Sanitary Sewer System
Source: Review of Environmental Documentation Related to the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant; HDR; 2008
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The internal infrastructure, as well as, the former Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant contamination plume are
contributing factors to the deterioration of site or other improvement within the area.
Insanitary or Unsafe Conditions
There are several factors tending to fall under this category. The study area was found to have several factors
falling into insanitary and unsafe. The following will outline the conditions found. The following are some of the
more critical elements; however, refer to Figure 10 for additional findings.
Drainage Conditions
The Grand Island and Hall County area has a long history of drainage issues due to the extreme flatness of the
area, as well as the high-water table. Topography and soils can have a major impact on how a given portion
of the city drains. The area designated in this Study Area is nearly flat or has an extremely small slope.
Figures 5.A through 5.E show the existing topographic map from MyTopo.com showing the study area. The map
confirms the flatness of the area throughout the entire study area, and it varies from one set of sections to the
next.
Also, there are two drainage ditches within the Study Area. Both go back to the earlier days of CAAP. These
ditches have a minimal slope and need to be cleaned and scoured for water to flow better.
The potential for standing water on this site is great. It is apparent that the lack of adequate drainage will, in
fact, create a hazard for mosquito breeding during the summer months.
The drainage conditions are a contributing factor to the Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions within the area.
Stormwater management
The study area contains rural section roads which include drainage ditches. The ditches along with the lack of
slope in the area create a negative impact on stormwater management for the area. The impact occurs
throughout Hall County.
The stormwater management system is a contributing factor to the Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions within the
area.
Old Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant Infrastructure and Contamination
See narrative above
The internal infrastructure, as well as, the former Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant contamination plume are a
contributing factor to the Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions within the area.
Existence of Conditions endangering life or property due to fire or other causes
As mentioned earlier, the entire Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant site is considered a hazardous area
regarding ground water contamination. The actual contamination plume is under the study area, see Figure 8.
Also, the plume has caused restrictions for potable domestic wells within the entire former ammunition plant site
and beyond to be put into place.
The contaminated groundwater has several dangerous materials including RDX, a dangerous carcinogen,
which was used in the manufacture of explosive devices during the life of the ammunition plant and is
extremely unsafe to humans and other animals. Figure 8 indicates the study area in 1997 was directly over one
of the most contaminated areas of CAAP. In addition, the Study Area is within an EPA Superfund Site.
Based on the field analysis there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of dangerous conditions
within the Study Area. Besides groundwater contamination, additional elements contributing to these criteria
can be found; however, refer to Figure 10 for additional findings.
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Figure 11
Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions/Existence of Conditions endangering life or property due to fire or other causes/ Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth
Source: Review of Environmental Documentation Related to the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant; HDR; 2008
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Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth
Within this study area, there are many factors impairing or arresting sound growth. A couple of these include:
• The entire Study Area is within an EPA Superfund Site
• The contamination plume is a major condition factor arresting sound growth in the Grand Island area.
• The condition of the railroad track is a deterrent for any business needing rail service
• The numerous landfill/construction and debris sites within the Study Area create unknowns and extreme
costs for future clean-up
• Large berms along 70th near Capital Avenue
• The existing water system and sanitary sewer systems are not capable of use; except for, specific prescribe
uses as defined by the numerous reports for this site
• Drainage capacity of the area is minimal regarding the ability to handle large amounts of runoff during
large storm events.
Example of the Existing Conditions Endangering Life or Property
Example of Conditions Arresting Growth
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Blow-up of Figure 12
Based on the review of the area, there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of the
combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth within the Study Area.
Diversity of Ownership
The diversity of Ownership implies there are multiple landowners in an area. When there are multiple
landowners, then the process of development and redevelopment can be hindered due to a vast number of
people and corporations needing a say in the process. In these situations, it “may” become necessary for the
public sector to become involved through the use of incentives to guide the effort.
Within the CAAP Study Area, there are 26 different property owners. These property owners include:
• The United States government
• The City of Grand Island
• Hall County
• The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
• Central Platte Natural Resources District
• 21 different private landowners
The Diversity of Ownership is difficult on an area-wide basis, but there are also sections of ground within the
Study Area which have multiple landowners. This diversity can add more difficulty to the redevelopment of a
smaller area and requires considerable coordination. One example is the recent area owned by O’Neill Wood
Products and Grand Island Economic Development Corporation; both parties needed to work together for a
possible redevelopment area to be declared Blighted and Substandard, as well as, moving the project
forward. Not saying there were problems, but having multiple owners involved can slow and complicate the
process in the future.
Due to the Diversity of Ownership within the Study Area, this is a contributing factor to the area being declared
Blighted and Substandard.
Faulty Lot Layout
Within the Study Area, there are multiple parcels/lots
throughout the 20 square miles. However, when the
Department of Defense/US Government began selling off
land within the boundaries of the Army Reserve, they were
divided into many different configurations.
A large reason for this was likely due to what could be split
off and sold at a specific time. Examining Figure 11, it is
obvious the sale of the parcels, and the shape of the land
did not have a specific plan or rationale. The previous
section, Diversity of Ownership, identified 26 different
landowners; however, there are 89 parcels owned by those
landowners.
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Figure 12
Lot/Parcel Layout
Source: Hall County Assessor, Marvin Planning Consultants and MSA 2017
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Part B of the Blight Definition
Age of Commercial Units
Age of commercial units is a contributing factor to the blighted and substandard conditions in an area. The
statute allows for a predominance of commercial units 40 years of age or older to be a contributing factor
regardless of their condition. The following paragraphs document the structural age of the commercial units
within the Study Area. Note the age of commercial units came from the Appraisal data within the Hall County
Assessor’s website data.
Within the study area, there are 202 commercial units in some form or another. The age of structure has been
determined by researching the structural age on the Hall County Assessor’s and Treasurer’s websites and
reviewing older documents, as well as, a land survey completed on the entire site.
Considering the older commercial units have no specific dates attached to them since the property was a
Federal Military facility, the assumption is the older commercial units were a part of the original installation in
1942. Therefore, the older remaining commercial units and any remaining foundations have been in place
since 1942 and are currently 74 years old each. For purposes of this study, older utility poles and concrete
culverts were not counted in the age calculation; although they contribute to the general deteriorating
condition.
The following breakdown was determined:
• 158 (78.2%) units were determined to be 40 years of age or older
• 44 (21.8%) units were determined to be less than 40 years of age
Table 1:
Age of Units
Number of Units Construction date Age of Units Cummulative Age
2 1920 97 194
2 1925 92 184
1 1940 77 77
125 1942 75 9375
12 1945 72 900
10 1970 47 750
6 1976 41 450
5 1990 27 135
1 1992 25 25
1 2000 17 17
9 2003 14 126
2 2004 13 26
2 2005 12 24
2 2006 11 22
2 2008 9 18
12 2011 6 72
1 2012 5 5
5 2013 4 20
7 2014 3 21
Total Cummulative 202 11986
Average Age 59.33663366 Source: Hall County Assessor
Also, Table 1, above, examined the commercial units within the study area and calculated a cumulative age
and divided by the total number of commercial units to get a mean age. The mean age of all of the
commercial units in the study area is 59.3 years.
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Figure 12
Age of Commercial Units
Source: Hall County Assessor
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Blighting Summary
These conditions are contributing to the blighted conditions of the study area.
• Qualifies under the Former Defense Site statute
o The real property located outside the corporate limits of the city is a formerly used defense site;
o The formerly used defense site is located within the same county as the city approving such
redevelopment project;
o Formerly used defense site means real property that was formerly owned by, leased to, or otherwise
possessed by the United States and under the jurisdiction of the United States Secretary of Defense.
Formerly used defense site does not include missile silos.
• Substantial number of deteriorating structures
o Based upon the review of Hall County Assessor data, field observations, drone observations and other
aerials there are a substantial number of deteriorating structures within the Study Area:
➢ 156 structures deemed to be in a deteriorated state.
➢ 46 structures deemed to be in good condition.
• Deterioration of site or other improvements
o Drainage of existing site is difficult based upon the existing topography.
o County Road conditions.
o Stormwater management.
o Internal Infrastructure.
o Old Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant infrastructure and Contamination.
o Study area is currently within a EPA Superfund Site
• Insanitary or Unsafe Conditions
o Drainage of the existing site is difficult based on the existing topography.
o Stormwater management.
o Internal Infrastructure.
o Old Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant infrastructure and Contamination.
o Several other issues including landfills filled with asbestos material and potentially other hazardous
substances, see Figure 11.
• Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes
o Old Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant Contamination.
o Several other issues including landfills filled with asbestos material and potentially other hazardous
substances, see Figure 11.
• Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth
o The contamination plume is a major condition factor arresting sound growth in the Grand Island area.
o The condition of the railroad track is a deterrent for any business needing rail service
o The numerous landfill/construction and debris sites within the Study Area create unknowns and extreme
costs for future clean-up
o Large berms along 70th near Capital Avenue
o The existing water system and sanitary sewer systems are not capable of use; except for, specific
prescribe uses as defined by the numerous reports for this site
o Drainage capacity of the area is minimal regarding the ability to handle large amounts of runoff during
large storm events.
o Study area is currently within a EPA Superfund Site
• Diversity of Ownership
o The Study Area contains 26 different landowners including six different governmental entities.
• Faulty Lot Layout
o The Study Area contains 89 different parcels owned by 26 different landowners.
o Many these parcels are not square or rectangular in shape but oddly shaped parcels
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• Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses
o The Study Area has had no population over the past two decennial censuses. Based upon the DOD
criteria for the Study Area, permanent residential structures and units are not permitted; other than the
residence for the Park Superintendent for Heartland Shooting Park.
Criteria under Part B of the Blight Definition
• Average age of commercial units is over 40 years of age
o Within the Study Area 78.2% of the commercial units meet the criteria of 40 years of age or older.
o Based upon the county assessor’s assessment records, the average age of the commercial units within
the study area is 59.3 years.
• Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses
o The population of the Study Area has remained stable over the past two decennial censuses.
The other criteria for Blight were not present in the area, these include:
• Improper Subdivision or Obsolete Platting
o The land was originally laid out by the U. S. Government during and after World War II.
• Defective/Inadequate street layouts
o The primary layout in this Study Area are section line roads
• Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding fair value of the land.
o NA
• Defective or unusual condition of title
o NA
• Unemployment in the designated area is at least 120% of the state or national average.
o NA
• Over one-half of the property is unimproved and has been within the City for over 40 years.
o NA
• 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.
o NA
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
FORMER DEFENSE SITE
Based upon Chapter 18, Sections 18-2103 and 2123.01 of the Revised Nebraska State Statutes, this study area is
eligible to be deemed to be Blighted and Substandard. The area meets all of the necessary eligibility criteria
identified in 18-2123.01:
1. The real property located outside the corporate limits of the city is a formerly used defense site;
2. The formerly used defense site is located within the same county as the city approving such redevelopment
project;
3. Formerly used defense site means real property that was formerly owned by, leased to, or otherwise
possessed by the United States and under the jurisdiction of the United States Secretary of Defense. Formerly
used defense site does not include missile silos.
Predominance of Deteriorating Buildings or Improvements
The team went through every property record on-line, via the Hall County Assessor’s site to identify structures in
good or bad condition. Also, a site visit examined many existing structures throughout the Study Area. In
addition, the use of aerial photography and a drone flight were utilized in gaining a better view and more
insight on the structural conditions of certain areas of the former Army Reservation.
Through the team’s observations and analysis, the following was determined:
• 155 structures were in bad or deteriorating condition
• 46 structures were in good condition
• 1 structure burned down
Almost everything constructed during the Army’s occupation of the area fits within the category of
deteriorated and dilapidated and is in poor condition. The structures deemed to be in good condition have
been constructed by the new property owners, including the area around Husker Harvest Days and the actual
range at the Heartland Shooting Park.
Besides the actual standing structures, there are several concrete slabs and footings still visible on the old
administration area. The above ground portions have been torn down slabs and footings were left behind.
Based upon the review of this issue, it is found that deteriorating structures is a contributing factor in declaring
this area substandard.
Existence of Conditions endangering life or property due to fire or other causes
As mentioned earlier, the entire Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant site is considered a hazardous area
regarding ground water contamination. The actual contamination plume is under the study area, see Figure 8.
Also, the plume has caused restrictions for potable domestic wells within the entire former ammunition plant site
and beyond to be put into place.
The contaminated groundwater has several dangerous materials including RDX, a dangerous carcinogen,
which was used in the manufacture of explosive devices during the life of the ammunition plant and is
extremely unsafe to humans and other animals. Figure 8 indicates the study area in 1997 was directly over one
of the most contaminated areas of CAAP.
Based on the field analysis there are sufficient elements present to meet the definition of dangerous conditions
within the Study Area. Besides groundwater contamination, additional elements contributing to these criteria
can be found; however, refer to Figure 11 for additional findings.
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,
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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 GRAND ISLAND BLIGHT STUDY AREA – CAAP
This Blight Study Area has several items contributing to the Blight and Substandard Conditions. These conditions
include:
Blighted Conditions
• Former Defense Site
• Existence of commercial units over 40 years of age
• Substantial number of Deteriorating Structures
• Deterioration of site or other improvements
• Insanitary and Unsafe Conditions
• Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes, including contamination
• Combination of factors which are impairing and/or arresting sound growth
• Diversity of Ownership
• Faulty Lot Layout
• Stable or decreasing population based on the last two decennial censuses
Substandard Conditions
• Former Defense Site
• Dangerous conditions to life or property due to fire or other causes, including contamination
• Predominance of buildings or improvements which by reason of deterioration and age are conducive to ill
health and detrimental to the public health
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Appendices
Section by Section Blow-ups of Conditions
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Fair (Paved) - 34,565 Linear Feet
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Rural Sections Ditches
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Existing Land Use
Agricultural
Commerical
Industrial
Parks & Rec
Public
Road Conditions
Good (Paved) - 37,111 Linear Feet
Fair (Paved) - 34,565 Linear Feet
Gravel Road - 164,648 Linear Feet
Closed - 23,459 Linear Feet
Drainage Features
Drainage Ditch
Rural Sections Ditches
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Print Date: 11:19:45 PM 6/22/2017
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City of Grand Island
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item I-1
#2017-188 - Consideration of Approving Intent to Use the
Remainder of Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loan
Proceeds for Sanitary Sewer Collection System Improvements
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-3.
Staff Contact: John Collins, P.E. - Public Works Director
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-188
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2013-150 on May 14,
2013, which declared the City’s official intent to issue bonds in a maximum principal
amount of $60,000,000 to finance Sanitary Sewer Collection System and Wastewater
Treatment Plant Improvements; and
WHEREAS, on June 10, 2014 by Resolution No. 2014-162 City Council
modified the official intent made in Resolution No. 2013-150 with respect to the principal
amount of debt expected to be issued to a maximum amount of $74,275,000, which debt
is expected to include up to $40,000,000 in principal amount of loan funds form the
Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund program administered by the Nebraska
Department of Environmental Quality; and
WHEREAS, on July 28, 2015, via Resolution No. 2015-203, City Council
approved the addition of Westwood Park Residential Subdivision and Lift Station No. 20
Force Main Rehabilitation in the remainder of the of the Clean Water State Revolving
Loan Fund Program; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Grand Island hereby find
and determine that it is necessary and appropriate to further modify the official intent
made in Resolution No. 2013-150 further, to include Lift Station No. 11 Upgrade and
Force Main Re-route, West Stolley Park Road Sanitary Sewer Extension, and Grand
Island Airport Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation in the remainder of the Clean Water State
Revolving Loan Fund Program administered by the Nebraska Department of
Environmental Quality; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution shall stand as a statement of the City’s official intent
under Regulation Section 1.150-2 of the regulations of the United States Treasury and
shall modify and not be in addition to the statement made in Resolution No.’s 2013-150,
2014-162, nor 2015-203 and for such purposes the following information is hereby given:
1. A general functional description of the projects for which expenditures may be
made and reimbursement from debt proceeds provided is as follows:
Lift Station No. 11 Upgrade and Force Main Re-route
West Stolley Park Road Sanitary Sewer Extension
Grand Island Airport Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
2. The maximum principal amount of debt expected to be issued for such projects
is $74,275,000, which debt is expected to include up to $40,000,000 in principal amount
of loan funds form the Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund program administered by
the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the declaration of intent to
issue debt to reimburse expenses resulting from the Wastewater Capital Improvements is
hereby approved.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item I-2
#2017-189 - Consideration of Approving Amendment to the
Redevelopment Plan for CRA Area #1 for Site Specific
Redevelopment Plan located at 201-205 West 3rd Street (Hedde
Building)
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-4.
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Hedde Building – 201-205 W 3rd
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-189
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, a municipal corporation and city of the
first class, has determined it be desirable to undertake and carry out urban redevelopment
projects in areas of the City which are determined to be substandard and blighted and in need of
redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, the Nebraska Community Development Law, Chapter 18, Article 21,
Nebraska Reissue Revised Statutes of 2007, as amended (the "Act"), prescribes the requirements
and procedures for the planning and implementation of redevelopment projects; and
WHEREAS, the City has previously declared Redevelopment Area No. 1 of the City to
be substandard and blighted and in need of redevelopment pursuant to the Act; and
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska (the "Authority"), has prepared a Redevelopment Plan pursuant to Section 18-2111 of
the Act, and recommended the Redevelopment Plan to the Planning Commission of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City reviewed the Redevelopment Plan
pursuant to the Act and submitted its recommendations, to the City, pursuant to Section 18-2114
of the Act; and
WHEREAS, following consideration of the recommendations of the Authority to the
Planning Commission, the recommendations of the Planning Commission to the City, and
following the public hearing with respect to the Redevelopment Plan, the City approved the Plan;
and
WHEREAS, there has been presented to the City by the Authority for approval a specific
Redevelopment Project within the Redevelopment Plan and as authorized in the Redevelopment
Plan, such project to be as follows: renovation and rehabilitation, planning activities, public
amenities, necessary utility extensions and improvements, and fees associated with the
redevelopment project. All redevelopment activities will occur in Grand Island, Hall County,
Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, the City published notices of a public hearing and mailed notices as required
pursuant to Section 18-2115 of the Act and has, on the date of the Resolution held a public
hearing on the proposal to amend the Redevelopment Plan to include the Redevelopment Project
described above.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Grand Island,
Nebraska:
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1.The Redevelopment Plan of the City approved for Redevelopment Area No. 1 in the city
of Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska, including the Redevelopment Project described
above, is hereby determined to be feasible and in conformity with the general plan for the
development of the City of Grand Island as a whole and the Redevelopment Plan,
including the Redevelopment Project identified above, is in conformity with the
legislative declarations and determinations set forth in the Act; and it is hereby found and
determined that (a) the redevelopment project in the plan would not be economically
feasible without the use of tax-increment financing, (b) the redevelopment project would
not occur in the community redevelopment area without the use of tax-increment
financing, and (c) the costs and benefits of the redevelopment project, including costs and
benefits to other affected political subdivisions, the economy of the community, and the
demand for public and private services have been analyzed by the City and have been
found to be in the long-term best interest of the community impacted by the
redevelopment project. The City acknowledges receipt of notice of intent to enter into
the Redevelopment Contract in accordance with Section 18-2119 of the Act and of the
recommendations of the Authority and the Planning Commission.
2.Approval of the Redevelopment Plan is hereby ratified and reaffirmed, as amended by
this Resolution, and the Authority is hereby directed to implement the Redevelopment
Plan in accordance with the Act.
3.Pursuant to Section 18-2147 of the Act, ad valorem taxes levied upon real property in the
Redevelopment Project included or authorized in the Plan which is described above shall
be divided, for a period not to exceed 15 years after the effective date of this provision,
which effective date shall set by the Community Redevelopment Authority in the
redevelopment contract as follows:
a.That proportion of the ad valorem tax which is produced by levy at the rate fixed
each year by or for each public body upon the Redevelopment Project Valuation
(as defined in the Act) shall be paid into the funds of each such public body in the
same proportion as all other taxes collected by or for the bodies; and
b.That proportion of the ad valorem tax on real property in the Redevelopment
Project in excess of such amount, if any, shall be allocated to, is pledged to, and,
when collected, paid into a special fund of the Authority to pay the principal of,
the interest on, and any premiums due in connection with the bonds, loans, notes
or advances of money to, or indebtedness incurred by, whether funded, refunded,
assumed, or otherwise, such Authority for financing or refinancing, in whole or in
part, such Redevelopment Project. When such bonds, loans, notes, advances of
money, or indebtedness, including interest and premium due have been paid, the
Authority shall so notify the County Assessor and County Treasurer and all ad
valorem taxes upon real property in such Redevelopment Project shall be paid
into the funds of the respective public bodies.
c.The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute and file with the
Treasurer and Assessor of Hall County, Nebraska, an Allocation Agreement and
Notice of Pledge of Taxes with respect to each Redevelopment Project.
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4.The City hereby finds and determines that the proposed land uses and building
requirements in the Redevelopment Area are designed with the general purposes of
accomplishing, in accordance with the general plan for development of the City, a
coordinated, adjusted and harmonious development of the City and its environs which
will, in accordance with present and future needs, promote health, safety, morals, order,
convenience, prosperity; and the general welfare, as well as efficiency and economy in
the process of development; including, among other things, adequate provision for traffic,
vehicular parking, the promotion of safety from fire, panic, and other dangers, adequate
provision for light and air, the promotion of a healthful and convenient distribution of
population, the provision of adequate transportation, water, sewerage, and other public
utilities, schools, parks, recreation and community facilities, and other public
requirements, the promotion of sound design and arrangement, the wise and efficient
expenditure of public funds, and the prevention of the recurrence of unsanitary or unsafe
dwelling accommodations, or conditions of blight.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, June 27, 2017
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Item I-3
#2017-190 - Consideration of Approving CRA Area #24 Blighted
and Substandard Study for 0.74 Acres located at 701, 711 and 715
N. Howard (TAM, LLC)
This item relates to the aforementioned Public Hearing item E-5.
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-190
WHEREAS, on June 27, 1994, the City of Grand Island enacted Ordinance No.
8021 creating the Community Redevelopment Authority of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska,
to address the need for economic development opportunities through the vehicles provided in the
Nebraska Community Development law at Neb. Rev. Stat. §18-2101, et seq., as amended; and
WHEREAS, TAM LLC has caused to be prepared a Blight and Substandard Study for an
area of referred to as Area No. 24; and
WHEREAS, Marvin Planning Associates completed such Blight and Substandard
Study and has determined that the area should be declared as substandard or blighted area in
need of redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, such study was presented to the Grand Island City Council on
May 23, 2017, and
WHEREAS, on May 23, 2017, the Grand Island City Council referred such study
to the Hall County Regional Planning Commission for review and recommendation; and
WHEREAS, the Regional Planning Commission held a public hearing and made a
recommendation regarding the study at its June 21, 2017 meeting; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing to consider approval of a Blighted and Substandard
designation was held on June 27, 2017.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Blight and Substandard Study for
Redevelopment Area No. 24 as identified above is hereby approved, and those areas identified in
said study are declared to be blighted and substandard and in need of redevelopment as
contemplated in the Community Development law.
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_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, June 27, 2017
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Item I-4
#2017-191 - Consideration of Approving Economic Development
Incentive Agreement with Hendrix ISA, LLC, 621 Stevens Road,
Ephrata, Pennsylvania
Staff Contact: Marlan Ferguson
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Council Agenda Memo
From:Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator
Meeting:June 27, 2017
Subject:Approving Economic Development Incentive Agreement
with Henrix ISA, LLC
Presenter(s):Marlan Ferguson, City Administrator
Background
At the November 6, 2012 General Election, the voters of the City of Grand Island
approved LB840 funding to enable the City to extend economic development incentives
through the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation (GIAEDC). The
Economic Development Corporation has received an application from Hendrix ISA,
LLC, 621 Stevens Road, Ephrata, Pennsylvania for a new business located at 2325
Schimmer Drive. The Company is commencing operations in Grand Island and is
constructing a world-class chicken hatchery. On March 16, 2017, the Executive Board of
the GIEDC approved submission of the attached Economic Development Agreement to
the Citizens Advisory Review Committee (CARC) for consideration and
recommendation. The CARC met on June 14, 2017 and approved the request and
Agreement for recommendation to the City Council for final action and approval.
Discussion
Hendrix ISA, LLC has submitted the required LB-840 application (see attached) for a
forgivable loan in the amount of $600,000.00. Proposed is the creation of 43 full-time
equivalents (FTE) at an average minimum rate of $13.50 per hour.
Job training totaling $215,000.00 is to be paid within 60 days of the approval of the
agreement and $71,666.00 per year to be paid over three years. Job creation totaling
$250,000.00 is to be paid within 30 days of the first, second, and third anniversary of the
agreement in the amount of $83,334.00 per year or $5,813.95 per FTE. A total of
$135,000.00 for infrastructure will be paid within 30 days of the issuance of a certificate
of occupancy.
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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 the Economic Development Agreement with Hendrix ISA,
LLC.
2.Do not approve the Economic Development Agreement with Hendrix ISA,
LLC.
3.Postpone the issue to future date.
4.Take no action on the issue.
Recommendation
City Administration recommends that the Council consider the resolution authorizing the
City to enter into the Economic Development Agreement with Hendrix ISA, LLC.
Sample Motion
Move to approve the resolution authorizing the City to enter into the Economic
Development Agreement with Hendrix ISA, LLC.
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Approved as to Form ¤ ___________
June 23, 2017 ¤ City Attorney
R E S O L U T I O N 2017-191
WHEREAS, on November 6, 2012, the City of Grand Island adopted an
Economic Development Program and a Citizens Advisory Review Committee to oversee the
process of approving applications for economic development incentives; and
WHEREAS, Hendrix ISA, LLC has applied for a forgivable loan for job creation,
job training and infrastructure in the amount of $600,000.00 from the Grand Island Area
Economic Development Corporation in accordance with the Economic Development Program;
and
WHEREAS, such application has been approved by the executive committee of
the Economic Development Corporation on March 16, 2017 and was approved on June 14, 2017
by the Citizens Advisory Review Committee; and
WHEREAS, Hendrix ISA, LLC will be required to meet or exceed employment
numbers and employee salary levels as outlined in the Economic Development Agreement to
retain all of the economic incentives granted under the agreement; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the City to provide economic
development funding to Hendrix ISA, LLC as provided by the Grand Island Economic
Development Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Economic Development
Agreement by and between the City, the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation
and Hendrix ISA, LLC, to provide $600,000.00 in economic assistance to Hendrix ISA, LLC to
be used for construction of its business in Grand Island, is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed
to execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, June 27, 2017.
_______________________________________
Jeremy L. Jensen, Mayor
Attest:
_________________________________
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Council Session
Item J-1
Approving Payment of Claims for the Period of June 14, 2017
through June 27, 2017
The Claims for the period of June 14, 2017 through June 27, 2017 for a total amount of $5,472,411.83.
A MOTION is in order.
Staff Contact: Renae Jimenez
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