February 6, 2024 at 7:00 PM - City of Seward - City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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Mayor Eickmeier announced that a copy of the Agenda for this meeting is posted on the north wall of the Municipal Building and copies are available on the north wall where a copy of the Open Meetings Act is also posted for public inspection. He also noted that any citizen wishing to address the Council should come to the podium, state their name and address and limit their comments to five minutes. All remarks should be directed to the Mayor/Chairperson, who will then determine who will make any appropriate response. The City of Seward reserves the right to adjust the order of items on this agenda if necessary and may elect to take action on any of the items listed.
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DISCLOSURE OF OPEN MEETINGS ACT & OTHER NOTIFICATIONS
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This is an Open Meeting of the Seward Nebraska Governing Body. The City of Seward abides by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act in conducting business. A copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is displayed on the north wall of this meeting room facility as required. Disclosure of meeting recording processes is posted in the Meeting Room. A participant sign-in sheet is available for use by any Citizen addressing the Council. Presenters shall approach the podium, state their name & address for the Clerk’s record and are asked to limit remarks to five minutes. All remarks shall be directed to the Mayor who shall determine by whom any appropriate response shall be made. The City of Seward reserves the right to adjust the order of items on this Agenda if necessary and may elect to take action on any of the items listed.
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ROLL CALL
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CONSENT AGENDA
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1. Claims & Payables Reports
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2. Refuse Hauler's Annual License Renewal
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3. Draft Minutes of January 16, 2024 City Council Meeting
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4. Mayor Appointments to Boards and Commissions:
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4.A. Re-Appoint Molly Bargmann to the Parks & Recreation Board for a 3-Year Term
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ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
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1. Presentation and Acceptance of the 2022/2023 Annual Audit - Marcy Luth, AMGL
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As is required by Statute, the City Council will hear a presentation of the audit as completed by AMGL, P.C. for the fiscal year ending 9/30/23. Ms. Luth will be presenting virtually.
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2. Update and Discussion on Legion Baseball and Softball Fields Turf Project - Brock Anderson, Plum Creek Turf Committee
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The Committee is considering turfing the infield of Memorial Field at Plum Creek Park. One source of revenue could be the approval to issue naming rights to the field if an entity would be interested. With approval from the Council, an entity could pay a certain fee to attach their name to the field, thus creating a source of revenue for the project. The City is currently not planning to devote funds to this project. The Parks & Recreation Board heard this request and recommended approval from the Council. This item was also recommended for approval by the VFW and American Legion Post #33.
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2.A. Consideration for Permission to Grant Naming Rights at Memorial Field
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3. Consideration of a Resolution to Amend Golf Fees Effective for 2024 Season - Public Properties Director Core
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In review of the market and current operating costs--as is done after each season--the Public Properties Department proposed a slight increase in daily green fees and cart rentals. The changes were presented to the Parks & Recreation Board and recommended for approval. If approved by the Council, they will go into effect for the 2024 season.
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4. Consideration of an Ordinance to Create a 'Clubhouse Bartender' Position and to Revise the Library Assistant II Job Title - City Administrator Butcher
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In preparation for the opening of the Calabria restaurant on March 1, the Public Properties Department has discussed how to anticipate the expected increase in alcohol sales. The best pathway forward was determined to be elimination of the 'Clubhouse Short Order Cook' position and creation of a 'Clubhouse Bartender' position. The position will be part-time and will include multiple employees as deemed necessary by Golf Shop Manager Herald.
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5. Consideration of a Resolution to Designate a Private Drive Located to the South of E Seward Street, Between S Columbia Ave and Plum Creek Lane, as 'Wattier Lane' - Building/Zoning & Code Enf. Director Dworak
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Through review of the existing City maps, the Building/Zoning Department noted the area in question was a private drive and should be designated as such. If approved, it will become 'Wattier Lane' and be designated in blue to indicate no responsibility to the City for maintenance and snow removal.
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6. Consideration of a Construction Contract to K2 Construction for the 6th Street - Ash to Lincoln Street Water Main Replacement Project in the Amount of $1,607,243.50 - City Engineer Oneby
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At the January 16th Council Meeting, a recommendation to award K2 Construction for the 6th Street - Ash to Lincoln Street Water Main Replacement was approved. Approval of the agreement will officially allow K2 to begin work.
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7. Consideration of Amendment #1 to a Professional Services Agreement with The Schemmer Associates for the Worthman Blvd Extension Project in the Amount of $24,150 - City Engineer Oneby
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Adminstration and the Project Engineer have agreed to an expansion in the scope of work to be undertaken for the project. The amendment would allow for an extended area of topographic survey in the Rail Campus area.
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8. Consideration of a Resolution to Designate City Items as Surplus - City Clerk Bargmann
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The City has 88 various street signs that are no longer needed. As such, if declared surplus, they will be available to the public for purchase of $10/unit through March 1, 2024.
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9. Items Related to City Utility Rates:
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Upon current review of the Economic Development Rate for Electric Service, it was determined the rate should be adjusted to reflect the current market. As such, the only change to the electric rates would be for Economic Development Rate users and would be effective with the February 2024 billing.
As an unrelated item, it was determined the City had not previously established a fixed fee for sludge disposal as well as bulk water purchase. Those items would be established through resolution and added to the master fees schedule if approved. |
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9.A. Consideration of a Resolution to Establish a Fee for Sludge, and Bulk Water Purchase
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9.B. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code; Initiating an Electric Rate Adjustment to the 'Economic Development Rate' Effective with February 2024 Billing
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10. Discuss Claims Presented for Mailbox Damage Following Snow Removal from Streets - City Administrator Butcher
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As a result of pushing snow from recent events, the City has been notified of damage to personal mailboxes throughout the City. Previous practice has been that Council has considered these submissions and then issued a flat rate payment. Street Superintendent Miers has confirmed all these submittals should be considered.
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11. Consideration of a Professional Services Agreement with Neilan Strategy Group for a Fee of $10,000; Related to Proposed LB 1205 Legislation - City Administrator Butcher
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LB 1205, as proposed by Senator Jana Hughes, could mean the City is eligible for State ARPA funding to construct the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The legislation asks for a total of $20 million. Administration feels it is a prudent step to secure the services of Neilan Strategy Group to assist with informing the Unicameral of the City's need for this funding.
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12. Update on the Wellness Center - City Administrator Butcher
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City Administrator Butcher will provide the latest project updates. The City is preparing to apply for 2024 CCCFF funding by February 15th. Additionally, part of the steel structure has arrived and work continues on the footings of the structure.
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
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FUTURE REQUESTS FOR COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS OR ADMINSTRATIVE ACTION
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF UPCOMING EVENTS
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STRATEGY SESSION
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1. Strategy Session with City Attorney Regarding Litigation Strategy - City Attorney Hoffschneider
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2. Strategy Session with City Attorney Regarding Real Estate Interests at the Seward Rail Campus - City Attorney Hoffschneider
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MOTION TO ADJOURN
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