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Updated August 30, 2006

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Animal Advisory Board

  Section 5-2 of the City Code provides for the establishment of an Animal Advisory Board consisting of the Chief of Police, Health Director, and three appointees of the Mayor, confirmed by the Council. The Board meets twice a year on an as needed basis. The purpose of the Board is to advise the Mayor and City Council on all matters relating to the Animal Code.

Animal Advisory Board Members
Position Name Term Start Term Exp
Member at Large Bob Loewenstein 10/18/2002 10/08/2008
Member at Large Doug Jensen 01/13/2004 08/14/2009
Member at Large Lisa Norton 09/01/2007 08/31/2010
Veterinarian Melissa Rae Girard, DVM   08/13/2008
Police Chief Steve Lamken Ex-Officio  
Director of Health Teresa Anderson Ex-Officio  
Director of Humane Society Lisa Norton Ex-Officio  

Building Code Advisory Board

  The purpose of the Building Code Advisory Board is to consider requests and make a determination concerning the suitability of alternate building materials and methods of construction. The Chief Building Inspector shall be an ex-officio member and will act as secretary of the Board. One City Councilmember shall also act as an ex-officio member. Section 8-4 of the City Code provides for the establishment of a Board of seven members; appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council. Terms of appointment are for two year terms. Meetings are held as needed.

Building Code Advisory Board Members
Position Name Term Start Term Expiration
Contractor Donald Skeen   08/01/2008
Contractor Todd Enck  07/25/06 08/01/2009
Architect Marv Webb   08/01/2009
Architect Richard Willis   08/01/2009
Engineer John O'Meara   08/01/2008
Estimator Steve Grubbs   08/01/2008
Contractor Mike Wenzl 08/01/05 08/01/2009
Chief Building Inspector Craig Lewis Ex-Officio  
Councilmember Bob Meyer   12/31/2008

Business Improvement District No. 3

  The purpose of the Business Improvement District No. 3 Board is to oversee all activities, whether physical or promotional, relating to the economic welfare of South Locust Street , between Highway 34 and Stolley Park Road. The Board is to make recommendations to the City Council on decisions impacting this area of the community. Board members must be property owners or business owners or operators or residents within the boundaries of the districts and are appointed by the Mayor, with Council approval. Members are limited to two consecutive 3-year terms, nonconsecutive reappointments are allowed. Meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of every month at 10:00 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce, 309 West 2nd Street .

Business Improvement District No. 3 Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Gene McCloud 01/11/1999 03/08/2009
Rhonda Saalfeld 01/11/1999 03/08/2009
David Bartz 07/14/2003 03/08/2009
Daniel Naranjo 07/14/2003 03/08/2009
Jack (Bud) Rasmussen 01/11/1999 03/08/2009
Jeff Reed 08/09/2005 03/08/2009
Bill Lawrey 08/09/2005 03/08/2009
Joyce Haase, Councilmember 12/18/2007 12/31/2008

Business Improvement District No. 4

  The purpose of the Business Improvement Board District No. 4 Board is to oversee all activities, whether physical or promotional, relating to the economic welfare of South Locust Street, from Stolley Park Road to Fonner Park Road. The Board is to make recommendations to the City Council on decisions impacting this area of the community. Meetings are held on a monthly basis. Board members must be property owners or business owners or operators or residents within the boundaries of the districts and are appointed by the Mayor, with Council approval. Members are limited to two consecutive three year terms, nonconsecutive reappointments are allowed. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 8:15 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce, 309 West 2nd Street.

Business Improvement District No. 4 Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Hugh Miner 06/11/2002 05/31/2009
Byron Wheeler 06/11/2002 05/31/2009
Roy Neneman 09/23/2003 05/31/2009
Mike Toukan 06/11/2002 05/31/2011
Scott Zana 06/11/2002 05/31/2011
Bill Martin 06/11/2002 05/31/2011
Buzz Douthit 06/11/2002 05/31/2011
Kirk Ramsey, Councilmember 12/18/2007 12/31/2008

Business Improvement District No. 5

  The purpose of the Business Improvement District No. 5 Board is to oversee all activities, whether physical or promotional, relating to the economic welfare of the Central Business District, within the confines of the boundaries of the Downtown Special Assessments Districts, and to make recommendations to the City Council on decisions impacting this area of the community. Meetings are held monthly. Board members must be property or business owners or operators or residents within the boundaries of the districts and are appointed by the Mayor, with Council approval. Members are limited to two consecutive 3 year terms, nonconsecutive re-appointments are allowed. Meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Thursday at noon at the Chamber of Commerce,  309 West 2nd Street.

Business Improvement District No. 5 Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Vic Aufdemberge 03/04/2003 12/31/2008
Roger McShannon 04/24/2007 12/31/2008
Mark Tracy 04/24/2007 12/31/2008
Bruce Eberle 02/12/2008 12/31/2008
Dee Johnson 01/10/2006 12/31/2008
Matthew Armstrong 06/14/2005 12/31/2008
K.C. Hehnke 03/04/2003 12/31/2009
Craig Hand 02/22/2005 12/31/0209
Mark Stelk 01/04/2004 12/31/2009
Tom Ziller 03/04/2003 12/31/2009
Jose Zapata, Councilmember 6/12/2007 12/31/2008
 

Business Improvement District No. 6

  The purpose of the Business Improvement District No. 6 Board is to oversee all activities, whether physical or promotional, relating to the economic welfare of Second Street, between Eddy Street and Grant Street. The Board is to make recommendations to the City council on decisions impacting this area of the community. Board members must be property or business owners or operators or residents within the boundaries of the district and are appointed by the Mayor with Council approval.

Business Improvement District No. 6 Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Robert Dodendorf 3/25/2008  
Phil Maltzahn 3/25/2008  
Mike Wanek 3/25/2008  
Cheryl Niedfeldt 3/25/2008  
Dallas Kime 3/25/2008  
Randy Evans 3/25/2008  
Bill Raile 3/25/2008  
John Folsom 4/08/2008  
 

Business Improvement District No. 7

  The purpose of the Business Improvement District No. 7 Board is to oversee all activities, whether physical or promotional, relating to the economic welfare of South Locust Street , between Highway 34 and Stolley Park Road. The Board is to make recommendations to the City Council on decisions impacting this area of the community. Board members must be property owners or business owners or operators or residents within the boundaries of the districts and are appointed by the Mayor, with Council approval.

Business Improvement District No. 7 Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Jack (Bud) Rasmussen 04/08/2008  
Gene McCloud 04/08/2008  
David Bartz 04/08/2008  
Bill Lawrey 04/08/2008  
Jeff Reed 04/08/2008  
Rhonda Saalfeld 04/08/2008  
Daniel Naranjo 04/08/2008  
 

Business Improvement District No. 8

  The purpose of the Business Improvement District No. 8 Board is to oversee all activities, whether physical or promotional, relating to the economic welfare of the Central Business District, within the confines of the boundaries of the Downtown Special Assessment Districts, and to make recommendations to the City Council on decisions impacting this area of the community. Board members must be property owners or business owners or operators or residents within the boundaries of the districts and are appointed by the Mayor with Council approval.

Business Improvement District No. 8 Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Matthew Armstron 04/08/2008  
Bruce Eberle 04/08/2008  
Craig Hand 04/08/2008  
Mark Stelk 04/08/2008  
Dee Johnson 04/08/2008  
Tom Ziller 04/08/2008  
Mark Tracy 04/08/2008  
Kurt Haecker 04/08/2008  
K.C. Hehnke 04/08/2008  

Cable Franchise Review Committee

  The Purpose of the Cable Franchise Review Committee is to review the current Cable Franchise Agreement and assist in the evaluation of future cable franchise proposals.

Cable Franchise Review Committee
Name Term
Eric Jones 12/31/2008
Michael Morledge 12/31/2008
Stan Coleman 12/31/2008
Sue Burch 12/31/2008
Jocelyn Arthur 12/31/2008
Dale Shotkoski, Board Contact  

Citizen's Review Committee

  At the May 6, 2003 Special Election the voters of Grand Island approved an Economic Development Program to encourage growth to our community. This program will be administered by a Citizens' Review Committee appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council. The Committee will be comprised of seven members from the community who are registered voters in the city of Grand Island. The program recommends that professionals in the fields of accounting, banking, finance, small business owners, and business professionals be included on the Citizens' Review Committee. The City Administrator or designee will serve as Liaison to the Economic Development Corporation. The program becomes effective October 1, 2003 and the term of the committee will expire in 10 years (September 30, 2013). Meetings hare held as needed.

Economic Development Program Citizens' Review Committee Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Ed Armstrong 10/01/2003 09/30/2013
Dan Eakes 10/01/2003 09/30/2013
Dehn Renter 01/13/2004 09/30/2013
Dr. W.J. Thiemann 10/01/2003 09/30/2013
Tim White 10/01/2003 09/30/2013
Lisa L. Willman 10/01/2003 09/30/2013
Mark Stelk 06/14/2005 09/30/2013
Jeff Pederson, City Administrator Liaison  

City-County Communications / Civil Defense Committee

  The purpose of this committee is to supervise the Communications-Civil Defense Center (911 Communications Center and Civil Preparedness), recommending and supervising policies governing operations of the Civil Defense-Communications Center and recommending a budget to the Boards of Supervisors of the County of Hall and the City Council of the City of Grand Island.  The City-County Communications/Civil Defense Committee is comprised of three Councilmembers and three Hall County Supervisors, with the Mayor and County Chairperson service as Co-Chairs.  Councilmembers or Supervisors can also be assigned to serve as Chair.

City-County Communications / Civil Defense Committee Members
Position Name Term
City Councilmember Bob Meyer 12/31/2008
City Councilmember Larry Carney 12/31/2008
City Councilmember John Gericke 12/31/2008
Mayor Margaret Hornady  
Hall County Supervisor Scott Arnold  
Hall County Supervisor Robert Rye  
Hall County Supervisor Robert Humiston, Jr  
Hall County Supervisor Daniel Wagoner  

City/County Efficiency Effectiveness Committee

  The purpose of this committee is to facilitate discussion of efforts between City and County that can improve efficiency and effectiveness for residents of the City and County.

City/County Efficiency Effectiveness Committee Members
Position Name Term Start Term Exp
Councilmember Fred Whitesides 06/14/2005 12/31/2007
Councilmember Mitch Nickerson 06/14/2005 12/31/2007
Citizen at Large Kurt Haecker 06/14/2005 12/31/2007
Hall County Supervisor Bud Jeffries    
Hall County Supervisor Jim Eriksen    
Citizen at Large Beth Arnold    
Board Contact City Administrator    

Civil Service Commission

  The Civil Service Commission is responsible for adopting and promulgating rules and regulations, exercising powers, and performing duties as provided by the Civil Service Act. The Commission is responsible for the appointment of sworn police and fire personnel. The Commission is comprised of three members, appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. The Human Resources Director serves as Secretary. Terms are for six years; there are no restrictions on the number of terms a member can serve. Meetings are held as needed.

Civil Service Commission Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
John Schultz 07/27/2004 06/01/2010
Duane Burns   06/01/2012
Paul Leeper   06/01/2014
Brenda Sutherland Ex-Officio  

Community Development Advisory Board

  The Community Development Advisory Board shall monitor all existing and potential community development programs and projects and make recommendations on all existing and potential community development programs, projects, and procedures. This committee is comprised of seven members, six of whom are citizen representatives and the seventh who is a non-voting member of the City Council. Citizen appointments are for a three year term. Council liaison appointments are for a one- year term. Appointments are made by the Mayor with confirmation by the City Council. Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month at noon in the Fire Conference Room in City Hall.

Community Development Advisory Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Roy Anderson 07/01/2003 06/30/2009
Jacalyn Ayoub 07/01/2003 06/30/2009
Lisa Heineman 01/08/2008 07/31/2010
Bob Loewenstein 07/01/1998 07/31/2010
Lisa Crumrine 02/10/2004 06/30/2011
Steven Beck 01/08/2008 06/30/2011
Councilmember Tom Brown 12/18/2007 12/31/2008
Regional Planning Director Board Contact  

Community Redevelopment Authority

  The purpose of the Community Redevelopment Authority is to be a useful took in economic development and to enable a wide variety of improvements within their blighted and substandard project area.  Included in the abilities of the Authority are employing tax increment financing, expending funds to acquire substandard or blighted areas including land, buildings and improvements, demolition or removal of buildings and funding infrastructure improvements.  Members of the Authority are appointed by the Mayor with Council approval.

Community Redevelopment Authority Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Barry Sandstrom 11/22/1999 09/30/2012
Sue Pirnie 02/10/1997 09/30/2008
Glen Murray 12/09/2003 08/31/2009
Lee Elliott 10/24/2000 09/30/2010
Tom Gdowski 12/09/2003 09/30/2011
Councilmember Peg Gilbert (Council Liaison) 12/19/2006 12/31/2008
Chad Nabity, CRA Director    

Electrical Board

  The purpose of the Electrical Board shall be to establish standards and procedures for the4 qualification, examination, and licensing of master electricians and journeyman electricians and shall issue an appropriate license to each person who meets the qualifications and successfully passes the examination given by the board.  The Electrical Board shall consist of a master electrician, a journeyman electrician, and representative of the city utility department, a representative of the public at large, and the chief building inspector, who shall act as ex-officio chairman of the board.

Electrical Board Members
Name Term
Larry Seney 01/01/2006 - 12/31/2008
Elio Castillo 01/01/2006 - 12/31/2008
Bob Bennett 01/01/2006 - 12/31/2008
Bobby Ranard 01/01/2006 - 12/31/2008
Craig Lewis Ex-Officio
Dean Mathis Ex-Officio

Fire Fighters Pension Committee

  The Firefighters Pension Committee is governed by State Statutes. This committee was formed to be the decision making body for the Firefighters Pension Plan. Members are elected by their peers and approved by City Council. Meetings are held quarterly.

Fire Fighters Pension Committee Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Todd Morgan 01/01/0205 01/01/2009
Tom Cox 01/01/2005 01/01/2009
Scott Kuehl 01/01/2005 01/01/2009
John Mayer 12/05/2000 01/01/2009
Dick Rabe Five Points Bank, Advisor  
David Springer Chairman  
Tami Herald Recording Secretary  

Fire Station No. 1 Training Committee

  The Fire Station No. 1 Training Committee is to oversee the process of building Fire Station No. 1 and a Training facility. Meetings will be held as needed. The appointments will serve until the completion of the project.

Fire Station No. 1 Training Committee Members
Name Term
Jim Rowell, Fire Chief 6/8/2004-Permanent
Curt Rohling, Fire Division Chief 6/8/2004-Permanent
Troy Hughes, Fire Training Chief 6/8/2004-Permanent
Duane Donaldson, Citizen at Large 6/8/2004-Permanent
Bob Meyer, Councilmember 6/8/2004 - 12/31/08
Jeff Pederson, City Administrator  

Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation (Industrial Foundation)

  The purpose of the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation is to maintain an ongoing program of new business attraction; conduct visits to non-Grand Island businesses encouraging investment and development; and actively promote the business advantages of a Grand Island location to targeted manufacturing concerns. The Board's mission is to facilitate the creation of primary employment; offering stability, diversity, and skill advancement opportunities for the area work force. Meetings are held monthly. There are two City government positions on the Corporation Board. Traditionally these have consisted of the Mayor and City Administrator.

Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation (Industrial Foundation) Members
Name Term Start Term expiration
Margaret Hornady, Mayor    
Jeff Pederson, City Administrator    
Mitch Nickerson, Councilmember 12/18/2007 12/31/2008

Grand Island Facilities Corporation

  City Council approved Resolution #2004-294 on November 23, 2004 which created the Grand Island Facilities Corporation. The Grand Island Facilities Corporation is a non-profit corporation created to assist and promote the development of public facilities to be used by the City of Grand Island . The corporation is authorized to issue tax exempt bonds and enter into lease purchase agreements with the City of Grand Island . The Board consists of five members who are residents of the City of Grand Island , appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. Terms are for three years with no restrictions on the number of terms which can be served. Meetings are held as needed.

Grand Island Facilities Corporation Members
Name Term
Scott Dugan 01/08/2008 - 11/30/2007
Roger Bullington 11/23/2004 - 11/30/2008
John Hoggatt 12/01/2005 - 11/30/2008
Tom Graves 11/23/2004 - 11/30/2009
Terry Loschen 11/23/2004 - 11/30/2010

Health Board

  The purpose of the Central District Health Board is to enact rules and regulations for the protection of public health in Hall, Hamilton and Merrick Counties . Board representatives serve a 3-year term with the option of serving a second 3-year term if reappointed. Members cannot serve more than two consecutive 3-year terms. The City Council representative serves a 3-year term, for no more th an two consecutive terms. Meetings are held monthly, on the 2nd Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at the Central District Health Department, 1137 S. Locust Street.

Health Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Ann Marsh 07/01/2004 06/30/2010
Councilmember Mitch Nickerson 12/17/2002 06/30/2008
Hall County Supervisor Jim Ericksen 07/01/2003 06/30/2006

Heartland Events Center Board

  Fonner Park Exposition and Events Center, Inc. (Heartland Events Center) is a 501 ©(3) corporation created for the purpose of planning, designing, construction, and financing an agricultural exposition and events center. Annual meetings are held the last Wednesday in July of each year and other meetings are held as needed and determined by the Board of Directors. During the term of the Agreement between the City and Heartland Events Center, Heartland shall be governed by a Board of Directors consisting of not less than five persons, one of whom is to be nominated by the Mayor of the City and all of which shall be subject to annual approval by the Mayor and City Council. The Board of Directors shall consist of individuals who have no substantial financial interest in the affairs of the corporation.

Heartland Events Center Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Brian Hamilton   07/26/2007
George Wanitschke   07/26/2007
Vince Dowding   07/26/2007
Jim Cannon   07/26/2007
Scott Zana 06/28/2005 07/26/2008

Humane Society Board

  The purpose of the Humane Society Board is to assist other non-profit and governmental agencies in the control and care of animals and pets as such may concern the public health and welfare; to shelter and care for abandoned, lost and homeless animals and pets of the Central Nebraska area; to educate and inform the general public regarding the safe and humane treatment of animals and pets; and to carry out any lawful purpose allowed by section 50I ©(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of the United States. Meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Humane Society, 1312 Sky Park Road.

Humane Society Board Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Robert Niemann (Council Liaison) 12/18/2007 12/31/2008

Interjurisdictional Planning Commission

  The Interjurisdictional Planning Commission shall have the powers, duties, responsibilities, and functions of the Regional Planning Commission for the City of Grand Island in the unincorporated area of Merrick County that is within two miles of the corporate boundaries of the City of Grand Island as set out in State Statutes 37-11.  Three members shall be chosen by the Mayor with the approval of the council from the City's members on the Hall County Regional Planning Commission which acts as the City's planning commission.  Three members shall be chosen by the Merrick County Board from members currently serving on the Merrick County Planning Commission.

Interjurisdictional Planning Commission Members
Name Term Start Term Expiration
Scott Ericksen 05/22/2007 05/24/2009
Karen Bredthauer 07/24/2007 05/24/2009
Dianne Miller 05/23/2006 05/24/2009

Law Enforcement Block Grant Advisory Board

  The purpose of the Law Enforcement Block Grant Advisory Board is to write, review, and submit, to the City Council non-binding recommendations on the use of law enforcement block grants administered by the Bureau of Justice. Terms of service are until such a time as no applications are being made for grants. The Bureau requires that the Advisory Board consist of representatives from the law enforcement, prosecution, court, school system, and drug treatment.

Law Enforcement Block Grant Advisory Board Members
Name Term
Carol Castleberry Permanent
Steve Lamken Permanent
Mark Young Permanent
Philip Martin Jr. Permanent
Dr. Kent Mann Permanent

Law Enforcement Co-Location Committee

  The purpose of the Law Enforcement Co-Location Committee is to oversee the process of building a law enforcement facility. The committee consists of six members, one from the Hall County Board of Supervisors, one from the City Council of Grand Island, the Hall County Sheriff, the Grand Island Police Chief, one resident of the City of Grand Island to be appointed by the Mayor, and one resident of Hall County to be appointed by the Chairman of the Hall County Board of Supervisors. The committee shall be advisory in nature and shall have the responsibility to make recommendations of the governing bodies of the City and County regarding policies for the use of the shared facility. The appointments will serve until the completion of the project. Meetings are held quarterly or as needed.

Law Enforcement Co-Location Committee Members
Name Term
Steve Lamken 10/17/2005 - Permanent
Jerry Watson 06/08/2004 - Permanent
Jim Williams 01/08/2008 - Permanent
Mitch Nickerson 01/01/2008 - 12/31/08
Robert Humiston, Jr.  
   
 

Library Board

  The Library Board consists of five members, appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. Members are to be chosen from citizens at large. The Mayor and Councilmembers cannot serve as members of the Library Board. Terms are four years, and no more than two consecutive terms. The Board shall have the power to make and adopt bylaws, rules, and regulations for the guidance and government of the library, subject to the supervision and control of the City Council. Regular meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the 2nd Monday of every month at the Library.

Library Board Members
Name Term
Nancy Jones 07/01/2006 - 06/30/2010
Sister Mary Frances A. Havel 07/01/2002 - 06/30/2010
Michael Kneale 07/01/2000 - 06/30/2010
Karl Kostbahn 07/01/2002 - 06/30/2010
Kristine McElligott 07/01/2008 - 60/30/2012
Lori Hock 07/01/2000 - 06/30/2012
Michelle Oldham 07/01/2008 - 06/30/2012
Tom Brown (Council Liaison) 12/18/2007 - 12/31/2008

Library Facility Committee

  The purpose of the Library Facility Committee is to oversee the process of expanding the Library facility. Meetings will be held as needed. The appointments will serve until the completion of the project.

Library Facility Committee Members
Name Term
Steve Fossleman 06/08/2004 - Permanent
Dale Shotkoski 06/08/2004 - Permanent
Paul Briseno 06/08/2004 - Permanent
Bob Rye 06/08/2004 - Permanent
Michael Kneale 06/08/2004 - Permanent
Billie Marvel 06/08/2004 - Permanent
Jerry Bryant 04/12/2005 - Permanent
Karl Kostbahn 04/12/2005 - Permanent
Scott Arnold - Alternate 06/08/2004 - Permanent

Mechanical

  The Mechanical Board shall be comprised of the chief building inspector, gas inspector, two appointees from the local heating trades group and one member from the gas company, all to be selected by the Chief Building Inspector and approved by the City Council. Terms are for one year with no restrictions on the number of terms which can be served. Meetings are held as needed.

Gas Fitters and Appliance Installers Board Members
Name Term
Mike McElroy 12/31/2008
Loren Peterson 12/31/2008
Russ Shaw 12/31/2008
Scott Hilligas 12/31/2008
Mike Myers 12/31/2008
Todd Bredthauer 12/31/2008
Armondo Perez 12/31/2008
Craig Lewis Ex-Officio
 

Multi-Cultural Coalition

  The Grand Island Multicultural Coalition was formed in 2001 to respond to the needs of Grand Island's increasingly culturally diverse community. The mission of the Multicultural Coalition is to ensure organizations that work to meet those needs, collaborate so services are provided in an integrated, seamless way with little or no duplication. The vision of the Multicultural Coalition is to provide a comprehensive service delivery center that serves new immigrants, reduces duplication of services, better utilizes the time of clients and service providers, eliminates barriers to services, and stretches limited financial resources of service providers. Meetings are held the third Friday of every other month at 8:00 a.m. at the Grand Island Public School Administration Building.