Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees meeting held
October 2, 2019 @ 6.p.m. at
931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville Nevada
Pledge of Allegiance:
Trustees Present: John Sheridan, Leann Teter, Dave James, Bob McDowell and Brad Newlon
Also, Present: Greg Reed, Dawn Hinds, Mike Rowe, Tim Russell and the public
Public Comment:
Cade Baligad suggested if the District was looking for a new project that a parking lot across from CC Meneley would be a benefit to the school and the District. Trustee John Sheridan will follow up on the process of installing a parking lot.
Approval of the Agenda:
Leann Teter motioned to approve the Agenda. Brad Newlon seconded the
motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Old Business:
New Business:
I For Possible action: Board discussion and possible action to change the November
Board meeting to Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Board discussion followed by public
comment. Possible Board action to change the November Board meeting to Tuesday,
November 12, 2019.
Bob McDowell is not able to attend the regularly scheduled meeting in November and would like the date changed if possible.
John Sheridan motioned to change the November meeting to Tuesday,
November 12, 2019. Dave James seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion
passed.
Public Comment: none
II For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to change the January Board
Meeting to a day other than January 1, 2020. Board discussion followed by public
comment. Possible Board action to change the January Board meeting to a day other
than January 1, 2020.
January 1, 2020 is a National Holiday and the District will be closed.
Leann Teter motioned to change the January meeting to Tuesday, January,
7, 2020. Brad Newlon seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
III For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District
Manager to adopt the Business Impact Statement for the creation of Special Assessment
Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible Board action to adopt the
Business Impact Statement for the creation of a Special Assessment.
Greg has drafted a Business Impact Statement, which is essential for the creation of a Special Assessment. If adopted by the Board the proposed Business Impact Statement will be sent to local businesses for feedback.
Dave James thinks the Special Assessment is a great idea and a responsible approach to future development. Greg mentioned the Special Assessment is a living document and should be revisited every three years maximum. Brad suggested amending the motion to change the math under “Beneficial effects” from $8,000,000.00 to $8,800,000.00.
John Sheridan motioned to adopt the Business Impact Statement for the
creation of a Special Assessment as amended. Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: none
IV For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to open a public hearing
regarding the creation of a Special Assessment. Board discussion followed by public
comment. Possible board action to open a public hearing regarding the creation of a
Special Assessment.
Dave James motioned to approve opening a public hearing regarding the
creation of a Special Assessment. Leann Teter seconded the motion. All
Ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: none
V For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District
Manager to move forward with the creation of a Special Assessment. Board
discussion followed by public comment. Possible Board Action to authorize the
District Manager to move forward with the creation of a Special Assessment.
A proposed special Assessment Policy has been developed for consideration by the Board. The Special Assessment would ensure that future development pay for increased infrastructure required to accommodate the new proposed growth. Vacant lots within the District currently will not be subject to the Special Assessments. If the Board agrees to move forward, staff will draft Resolution 19-05 and bring it back to the Board for consideration.
John Sheridan motioned to authorize the District Manager to move forward
with the creation of a Special Assessment. Dave James seconded the motion
All ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: Ron Bush verified with the Board that a new lot is created by approval of a final map. Mike Rowe stated that the recording of the final map would decide when a lot is officially created.
Public Hearing closed @ 6:30 p.m.
Consent Calendar:
Minutes:
Leann Teter motioned to approve the minutes of the September 4, 2019
Board meeting. John Sheridan seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion
Passed.
Check Summary:
John Sheridan had a question about a memo on a check.
Leann motioned to continue the approval of the Check Summary for the month of August until the next meeting for verification of the check memo. Dave James seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Reports:
District Engineer: Tim Russell was present to review the Project Tracking Schedule
District Counsel: Mike Rowe has been working with Greg and Mike Bennett on the Business Impact Statement. Mike has also been working on a Memorandum of Unrecorded Grant Agreement, this is a requirement by the State for the Robert Spellberg Recreational Complex.
District Manager: Today is Greg’s second anniversary with the District. Greg will be meeting with MGSD staff to discuss the results of the camera work on the sewer line between GRGID and MGSD and budget for future improvements.
Trustee Reports:
John Sheridan had a wonderful time at the League of Cities Conference networking with other small-town representatives. John announced that was appointed to the Executive Board at the Nevada League of Cities Conference to represent all small towns and GIDs in Nevada.
Dave James complimented John Sheridan in his efforts with the Nevada League of Cities.
Bob McDowell congratulated Dave James on being named Number 1 Dentist in the Carson Valley.
Public Comment: none
Adjournment:
Leann Teter motioned to adjourn the meeting. Brad Newlon seconded the
Motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
By
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Dawn Hinds
Acting Secretary