December 18, 2018

The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on December 18, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT:

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Dean Cole, Rex Adams, Tony Shepardson


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.

At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.

Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the December 4, 2018, Regular meeting.

After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Rev (10)- $217.35; Payroll - $2,001.72; Beatrice Area Solid Waste (Annual) - $1,489.50; Black Hills Energy - $57.08; Bockmann, Inc. (Asbestos Surveys) - $2,300.00; Constellation Energy - $28.00; HJP Pest Control (9/18 Spraying) - $125.00; Milton Pike - (Postage Reimb.) - $24.70; Postmaster - $170.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $113.30; Security First Bank (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,920.00; Windstream - $79.04; Wymore Arbor State - $165.55; Wymore Lumber - $1,195.36; Wymore Oil Company - $244.73; TOTAL CLAIMS: $10,186.33.


EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND): City Attorney Carothers highlighted requirements of the position: 1. Identify nuisance properties - “worse property first.” (initial list to be provided). 2. Give notice to property owner. 3. Take pictures and turn non-compliance issues over to Carothers. 4. Testify in court. Parameter of position (with evaluation as it proceeds) : 4 hours weekly, $30 hr. pay rate; (Shepardson requests/questions) - to have computer access, to have office supplies provided, camera provided, standard nuisance notice form/request for charges provided; mileage provided for use of own vehicle. Mayor and Council agreed to have Carothers draw up a contract for Shepardson. Dean Cole suggested a newspaper story about it.


DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Asbestos Survey charges (Bockmann - $2,300 paid within meeting claims. Proposal of $7,620 for Asbestos Abatement - f/ Demo Houses/Trailers was accepted by Mayor and Council. (Copy of Proposal attached to office copy of minutes) Timeline for abatement determined to be 1st or 2nd week of January. Review continues for determination of best cost to Municipality for removal of debris, as what might be hauled away for such purpose as bank stabilization, what might be removed by Lineweber, what to the landfill, other: (Boyer/ NRD/Reedy) - separation of ash from foundation. Two houses were selected for “burning.” Connie Mewes asked about the source of dirt for backfill. Fossler can provide what is needed to assure a “buildable” lot. Attorney Carothers intends to provide a demolition contract at the next Regular meeting. After signed, two properties without asbestos may be demolished.


CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Dean Cole addressed members. He provided handouts. One - Potential Grant Applicants for the Litter Reduction and Recycling Grant Program or the Waste Reduction & Recycling Incentive Grant Program (February deadline, October-November reward, designed to keep some waste out of the landfill) was described by Carothers as having greater application to old brick buildings with salvage aspects. Cole presented for approval the Norris Goodwill Fund application (Deadline 12/28) No cost share, requesting $1,450.78 of possible $1,500 for two backboards, and reported that Mr. Murphy indicated that should the grant be successful, the school would help with final touches. Cole reported that the fence needs work - minor repairs. Pike will work with Radar to address the issue. Cole also advised that SECC could work on a landscape plan (without obligation to City) for one or both parks (February - instructor and students, and a proposal(s) would be brought back to the Council for their evaluation/consideration of the recommendations. Cole also brought up Main Street, NE. He indicated as well that the Feit Park location on the Blue River would be an “ideal location” for disembarkment within a canoe-kayak quarter. They will be setting up an ideas session soon, and Reedy, with Meyer’s voiced approval, volunteered to attend. Cole also spoke favorably of Re-Tree Nebraska as a potential avenue for improvement. Members thanked Cole, and Neumann said, “Keep doing what you are doing.”


“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No work has been done on this project as of yet, but will be addressed in the near future.


PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.


CABIN ISSUES/DISCUSSION: Reedy spoke on behalf of Jan Morris who wishes to pursue a potentially no-match grant for preservation of the cabin floor, and all members were in agreement for her to proceed.


ARMOR COATING (PIKE): Pike suggested that members consider armor coating streets in Spring, and members were in agreement to evaluate needs.


CLEAN-UP: Hughes noted that a property on the clean-up list now has a Temps receptacle. No properties were singled out for action, pending the designation of Tony Shepardson as the Ordinance Enforcement Officer (at the next Regular meeting.)




NEXT AGENDA:
EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:02 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 2, 2019.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

December 4, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on December 4, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT:

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes

Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.

At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.

Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes , 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the November 20, 2018, Regular meeting.

After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue (941) - $2,109.02; Bank Direct - Security First Bank - $35.00 (Safe Deposit Box Rental); Payroll - $6,149.30; Mainstreet Designs - $240.00; NE Dept. of Rev. - (501N) - $314.22; Norris Public Power - $1,190.78; ; One-Call Concepts - $2.25; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank - (IRA - Pike) - $55.00; Shell - $230.69; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $10,356.26.

OATH(s) OF OFFICE(Administered by Attorney Carothers) :
MAYOR- LONNIE D. MEYER
WARD 1 COUNCIL - GLENN D. MEWES
WARD 2 COUNCIL - GENE RADAR REEDY

ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS: which will include: COMMITTEES, PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL, SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT, TEMPORARY CLERK, CITY STREET SUPT. - KEITH GILMORE - 697A, CITY ATTORNEY & DEPUTY ATTORNEY, AUDITOR, AND EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENTS AND WAGES AND BENEFITS:
(Motion: Mewes, second: Neumann vote:4-0 affirmative) for following designations :
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP: (Water System) - Reedy and Neumann;(Sewer Lagoon) - Carmichael and Mewes; (Streets and Alleys) - Carmichael and Neumann; (City Parks and Properties) - Reedy and Mewes; (Keno) - Reedy and Mewes; (Finance) - Carmichael and Neumann,
PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL: Carmichael
SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT: Neumann
TEMPORARY CLERK: Andrew Carothers
CITY STREET SUPERINTENDENT: Keith Gilmore - #697A - of Gilmore & Associates - Columbus, NE
CITY ATTORNEY: Andrew Carothers.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY: Mike Willet
CITY AUDITOR: Brian Blobaum
CITY PHYSICIAN: (No designee)

Followed by:
EMPLOYEE CONSIDERATIONS: (Motion: Neumann, second: Reedy, vote: 4-0 affirmative) for 2% increase across-the-board for employees, and no other changes, all of which is denoted specifically below.
BS STREET SUPERINTENDENT:
Milton Pike - Rate -$ 21.13 hourly wage.
Continuance of current policy regarding insurance.
Bi-monthly Retirement ($55.00) City Contribution
Vacation: 4 wk. paid vacation
No comp time. instead OT
Paid Holidays: (10) - New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents, Memorial, Independence, Labor, Columbus, Veterans, Thanksgiving, Christmas
CITY CLERK:
Katherine Roche - $888.82 -monthly salary).
Office Hours 8:30AM - Noon - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Holidays: Office may be closed: (10) - New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents, Memorial, Independence, Labor, Columbus, Veterans, Thanksgiving, Christmas
PART-TIME HELP:
Milford Woutzke - Rate - $ 12.50 Hourly wage, with approval for overtime pay for days when over 8 hours are worked.
Paid Holidays: : (10) New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents, Memorial, Independence, Labor, Columbus, Veterans, Thanksgiving, Christmas
Linda Hohensee, $10.26 Hourly)
Other: To be established as needed.

EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND): Shepardson not in attendance. Tabled until next Regular meeting.

AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY: It was noted that the agreement was for a 1-year term, with automatic renewal unless terminated, and a fee would be assessed to the City only in the event an animal needs to be euthanized. Motion: Mewes, Second: Neumann, Vote: 4-0 affirmative to authorize Mayoral signature on the agreement.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Attorney Carothers reported on current status of the project: Asbestos testing complete, except for two properties whereat admittance could not be achieved, and follow-up contact will be made. (Office Record: Lance/O’Keefe --- Those tested/outcome: 500 E 1st - asbestos - glazing; 108 E Broad - clean; 113 W Broad - clean; 210 W Main - asbestos-caulking; 305 S A - asbestos floor sheeting; 501 S A - clean; 108 W 1st - clean; 404 E 2nd - asbestos-roofing/caulking; 224 West Irving - clean; 323 W Lincoln - asbestos - roofing/glazing) Review will continue to determine advisability of “controlled burns." attorney Carothers will continue with efforts to correlate all aspects (asbestos remediation, demolition/landfill costs, etc.( what goes to landfill and the rate) - will meet with Fossler and continue talking with landfall personnel -- to get all information necessary to go forward with a demolition contract to achieve the best case, cost-effective possibilities for the City. He hopes to have all information in place for review and advisement at the next Regular meeting. Carol Hughes asked if demolition will be completed by the end of the year. Attorney Carothers indicated it will depend on remediation and demolition schedules, but late December or early January is a likely determination for project completion.

OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES, ORDINANCE #460:
Motion: Carmichael, Second: Neumann, Vote: 4-0 affirmative to suspend rule of three readings.
Motion: Carmichael, Second: Mewes, (reading of ordinance by Carothers), Vote: 4-0 affirmative to approve/accept Ordinance # 460.


CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.

“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.

PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.

CLEAN-UP: One property owner did not show up for court, so a bench warrant will be requested. Employee Pike indicated that one property owner plans to clean up property after Christmas.


NEXT AGENDA:
EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND) DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP


Motion to adjourn: By: Carmichael Time: 7:50 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved December 18, 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

November 20, 2018

The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on November 20, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann

ABSENT: Council member Reedy

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Rex Adams


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael , 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the November 6, 2018, Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct Payment - NE Dept. of Rev. (10) - $351.46; Payroll - $2,249.91; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $626.29; Black Hills Energy - $33.79; Farmers Cooperative - $4.50; Lopez Est. c/o Ashley Norris (Met. Dep. Ref.) - $7.43; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; One-Call Concepts, Inc. - $4.17; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $72.71; Wymore Arbor State - $150.36; TOTAL CLAIMS: $3,570.62.


ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND): Tony Shepardson anticipated to be in attendance at the next Regular meeting (Carothers to invite) . Basic considerations: Presence of certified officer during court proceedings increases credibility - ( per Carothers) --- Timeline 4-6 hours a week; possibility officer might be able to modify regular work schedule to address Municipal nuisance abatement situations (per Rex Adams comment) - (Order of address - “worst cases first”) - (per Attorney Carothers). Carothers noted that amendments to certain ordinances may be necessary.


AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY: Members reviewed copy of an Impoundment/Shelter Agreement for Wymore, and stipulations (as hold-time and posting of impoundment at City) were determined to be acceptable, including anticipated low-count incidents of City reimbursement fees (only if animal - (last resort) needs to be euthanized.) Carothers will tailor the agreement to meet Municipal circumstances, and will provide it for further review/potential approval at the next Regular meeting.



DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Asbestos testing has been completed with the exception for two “no access” properties. Findings (not formalized at this time) indicated low incidence of asbestos (pipe wrap at a couple locations). Formalized findings are expected to be provided within the next week. Council member Carmichael expressed concern about “potential City liability issues” resulting from someone’s unauthorized removal of a carport on one of the demolition properties. Attorney Carothers intends to contact one property owner to determine if all “wanted” trim/etc. has been removed. Rex Adams indicated that Fire Chief Robinson is reviewing the possibility of five selected properties in the demolition program being included in “controlled burn/training” procedures, which will impact on a re-bid with the demolition contractor. Carothers stressed that all properties included in “controlled burn/training” exercises need to have in place for compliance with regulatory needs -- proof of asbestos testing/abatement, and authorized sign-off by property owners. Those not meeting the necessary criteria can not be included in the burn process. Carothers will provide Adams with the necessary sign-off forms. Additionally, Carothers will draft a letter to one property owner to provide a deadline for removal of contents prior to inclusion in the burn program.


OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES, ORDINANCE #460: Members reviewed a draft of the ordinance. Carothers will check into “propane use” regulations (as relates to heating homes in the City), and minor corrections will be made to the ordinance, which will be presented for further review/potential approval at the next Regular meeting. It was noted by Carothers that the Ordinance Enforcement Officer would be a great help in the area of notification, proof of ownership or lease, and notice of requirement to “hook up to City utilities,” and citing for ordinance violation in situation of failure to comply within timeline.


CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.


“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.

MFO FUNDS: (City of Beatrice Ck # 34071-- $849.28): Members discussed variables, and a decision was made to hold current (and future - to become standardized procedure) MFO funds in the Fire Fund of the City’s General checking account, for availability at such time as the Fire Department requests funds.


CLEAN-UP: Property owner did not show up for court date. Appearance was rescheduled for two weeks. A property owner under current legal scrutiny has complie with the primary address factors (removal of two vehicles and garbage, and wood pile neatly stacked), but another problem has come to light after the relocation of wood - materials classified as “nuisance items” that will need to be removed. Carothers will send a letter requesting abatement of remaining infractions. If property owner does not fall into compliance with request, he will be taken back to court. Carol Hughes inquired about trailers on the property, and Carothers suggested that this, among other situations (other clean-up areas, dog at large issues, etc.) would be a good situation to be addressed by the Ordinance Enforcement Officer when the City has one in place. A storage unit issue has been filed for District Court action.


NEXT AGENDA:
OATH(s) OF OFFICE: MAYOR- LONNIE D. MEYER; WARD 1 COUNCIL - GLENN D. MEWES;
WARD 2 COUNCIL - GENE RADAR REEDY
ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS: which will include: COMMITTEES, PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL, SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT, TEMPORARY CLERK, CITY STREET SUPT. - KEITH GILMORE - 697A, CITY ATTORNEY & DEPUTY ATTORNEY, AUDITOR, AND EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENTS AND WAGES AND BENEFITS:
EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND) AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY
DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE
OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES, ORDINANCE #460
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP


Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 7:40 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved December 4, 2018.


Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)


City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

November 6, 2018

The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on November 6, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT:

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Chris Canfield, Rex Adams

Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.

At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.

Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the October 16, 2018, Regular meeting.

After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue (941) - 1,704.66; Payroll - $4,117.31; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $24.97; Constellation Energy - $9.68; Johnny’s Welding - $568.50; NE Dept. Rev (501N) - $209.15; Nebraska Environmental Products- $942.77; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $30.00; Norris Public Power - $1,158.61; One-Call Concepts - $5.70; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $24.70; Postmaster - $170.00; Katherine Roche (Reimb - W-2/W-3 software) - $64.00; Security First Bank -(Pike/IRA)- $55.00; Shell - $420.79; T.L. Excavation - $400.00; T. O. Haas - $1,411.68; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Lumber - $35.42; Wymore Oil Company - $198.93; TOTAL CLAIMS: $11,581.87.


ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER vs. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT COVERAGE: Employee Milton Pike (& Wymore Mayor) indicated that current needs assessment for police coverage in Wymore makes an interlocal agreement inadvisable at this time. Members were in agreement for Attorney Carothers to invite Law Enforcement Officer Tony Shepardson to the next Regular meeting for a discussion of Ordinance Enforcement Officer scope, needs and expectations.

AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY: Attorney Carothers is to provide documentation in time for review at the next Regular meeting.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Asbestos testing expected to be completed in the next week, with supporting documentation available the following week. Thirteen houses/trailers are to be inspected (2 previously done). An effort will be made to locate documentation of asbestos testing done previously on houses entered in the demolition program. Several houses are strong possibilities for “controlled burn/firemen training” and Fire Chief Brad Robinson will be contacted for “final decision on locations.” Actual demolition is expected during December for those structures without asbestos, and later for those requiring asbestos abatement.

OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES: Attorney Carothers will draft an Ordinance ( # 460) for review at the next Regular meeting so that documentation can be in place for use by the Ordinance Enforcement Officer for this situation.

CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Pending further information from Dean Cole as such becomes available..

“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Pending further information from Dean Cole as such becomes available.

CLEAN-UP: Pictures were used to support legal action for one property owner. Several clean-up requirements were accomplished by one property owner, but with one remaining aspect (wood pile - west side of garage), which is currently being addressed. Chris Canfield said he might be able to assist the property owner with the project. Carothers indicated that the pile does not necessarily need to be removed, but it certainly needs to “be stacked neatly,” otherwise it is an invitation to rodents and feral cats. Judge Thimm has given the property owner 2 weeks to complete the task. Property owner is due back in court on Tuesday, the 20th. Pictures are still pending for one property owner and the storage unit infraction is to be addressed legally within the week.


OTHER:
Carol Hughes identified community improvement possibilities through association with NGage/ University of NE, Heartland…- information sessions focused on getting people (kids/and adults) involved in determination, assessment, and subsequent action within community to achieve betterment objectives. Members thanked her for the information.

NEXT AGENDA:
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND) AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY
DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE
OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES, ORDINANCE #460
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
CLEAN-UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes. Time: 7:42 PM. No objections.

The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved November 20, 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

October 16, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on October 16, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT: Council member Mewes
OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Fred Laber, Rex Adams, Gage County Officer Klaus, Dean Cole


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the October 2, 2018, Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Carmichael, Neumann, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $214.88; Payroll - $2,002.08; Black Hills Energy - $25.25; Constellation Energy - $4.31; Land Survey Tech - $525.00; One-Call Concepts, Inc. - $1.89; Milton Pike (Postage. Reimb.) - $24.70; Security First Bank - (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $72.44; Wymore Arbor State - $221.74; Wymore Lumber - $176.96; TOTAL CLAIMS: $3,324.25
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ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER vs. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT COVERAGE: Work continues on an intended proposal by Mark Meints. Tabled pending availability of information.


AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY: Pending documentation from Attorney Carothers.


KENO REOPENING PROCEDURE/NEEDS: Anticipated re-opening under the name Lucky Bridge Lounge within ten days from today’s date.


DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Asbestos testing information anticipated shortly. Waiting from scheduling information from service provider (Bockman).


OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES: Pending further analysis supported by DeWitt attorney, with reference to possibility of finding some comparative factors within floodplain regulations of that jurisdiction.


CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK - (DEAN COLE): Dean Cole called for consideration for surveying Feit Memorial Park/City Park for the purpose of forwarding potential improvements, and cultivating grant opportunities (as within programs provided by Re-Tree Nebraska, Greener Nebraska, Game & Parks, Legacy Program). Cole indicated that determinations would be needed to engage the SECC Park Plan (Febr.-May project, (measurements) which could be done “without obligation,“ and also --- that putting a 5-year plan in place for “parks” would be a sound decision. No objections were raised to Cole’s intent to pursue improvements through grant applications, and permission of council was thereby given for the matter to proceed. Attorney Carothers will check at courthouse to see if any survey information (as Feit Park - 1976) is available prior to any scheduling of a new “survey” process. Determination of property “corners” is also a possibility to support boundaries, and therefore forward improvement plans/processes. Cole also touched briefly on future interest - as canoeing quarter, wildlife/plant life protection. Cole also requested attention to ruts (from run-off) in the approach to Feit Memorial Park, and the matter will be corrected by the application of gravel to the problem areas. Cole also brought up the need to get the “new basketball” hoops in place. Discussion of this topic included debate over the size/depth of holes needed to support the equipment, and final determination was for Mayor Meyer to check with Norris to see if they could “auger 24”/36” holes to support placement (time-effective) of the equipment by a local service provider (Sullivan). It was noted that Mewes and Reedy are on the Park Committee, so Reedy agreed to work in support of placement of the hoops (with a suggested completion time of November.) Cole indicated that both boys and girls were utilizing the play area, and that improvements to the existing hoops (backboards/decals/etc) would also be a good idea. Cole also requested permission to pursue grant funds and get Highway Department permission for the placement of directory information (on 77- brown signs - for Walking Trail, Johnson Cabin, Chamberlin Monument, Baseball Field, City Park, Feit Memorial Park, etc. No objections were made, and permission was given. Cole was thanked for his interest and information, and Cole voiced appreciation for the topic attention of Mayor and Council .


NOV 10. HALL RENTAL (FEE WAIVED) SB TRAIL MEETING - (DEAN COLE): All members in agreement for fee-waived use of the hall for “dedication ceremony” for approximately 20-25 people (Noon - 2PM) on November 10th, 2018.


STORAGE CONTAINERS - (Connie Mewes): Objection from attendee Laber was made to permitting placement of storage units within residential areas. Council member Reedy also objected. Attorney Carothers stated that allowance of storage units in residential areas could set precedent for other types of storage. Connie Mewes withdrew the topic from further consideration at this time. Carothers will “get on” another legal issue.


CLEAN UP: Two properties were removed from the clean-up list due to full/or expected timely resolution of infractions. Attorney Carothers requested pictures of clean-up infractions on one property. Some improvement was noted on another property with upcoming court scheduling.


NEXT AGENDA:

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER vs. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT COVERAGE

AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE

OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES

CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)

“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)

CLEAN-UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 7:40 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved November 6, 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

October 2, 2018

The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on October 2, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT:

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Chris Canfield

Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.

At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.

Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the Sept. 18, 2018, Regular meeting.

After review -- motion, second, and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service - (941) - $1,736.14; Payroll - $3,366.39; Abbott Portable Toilets (Municipal Publicity) - $375.00; Blue Valley Door - $789.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (51C) - $1,149.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $212.72; NE U.C. Fund - $34.12; Norris Public Power - $1,166.83; Office Supply - $394.05; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Postmaster - $170.00; Security First Bank (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $472.43; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $158.86; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $5,407.66; TOTAL CLAIMS: $15,517.20.

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER -CONTINUED: Discussion of interested applicants was followed by determination (suggestion of Mayor Meyer) to obtain a cost-analysis from Wymore in reference to potentiality of an inter-local agreement between communities for law enforcement coverage, and with that information to be weighed against the pros and cons of possible alternate determination for an Ordinance Enforcement Officer only. Clarification was made (Carothers - based on comment by Hughes) that presently Wymore Law Enforcement does not enter into City (Blue Springs) disturbance issues unless support is solicited by Gage County Law Enforcement, whereas within an inter-local agreement with Wymore, not only would routine patrol (as per agreement parameter) be in effect, but response to disturbance issues would be automatic.

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (FINANCIAL RECAP): Celebration cost was below the $5,000 budget allowance, closing at $4,021.50.

PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Carothers reported that scheduling (Bockmann - asbestos testing) has been arranged for a day within the next two weeks, with Council member Reedy taking time from work in all probability, to stand in for Dan Disney who may not be available as initially believed to accompany and provide access to designated/program-approved properties.

OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES: Attorney Carothers will attempt secondary contact (first choice did not respond), to pursue particulars of response by that community (DeWitt) for this type of situation.

CLEAN UP: Deadline compliance (removal of truck bed loaded with debris) of 10/2 for one property on the clean-up list will be determined by drive-by (Carothers, after meeting), and if not accomplished will be addressed by legal means. Another property owner on the clean-up list who expressed hardship in meeting a previous deadline, and who has made some progress, will be given until 10/20 to resolve issues or will be “continued to 10/24 11 AM.” - Carothers. Carothers will also “move forward on a previous …‘container removal’ issue.” Connie Mewes inquired as to rationale for not allowing them (storage containers) in non-residential areas, and discussion of stipulations in place for other communities (as Beatrice - 2 allowed in commercial/industrial zoned areas - Glenn Mewes) was discussed. Connie Mewes also inquired as to the need for building permits for “greenhouses” and three were noted in the community. Due to need to assure compliance with set-back regulations, determination was made that these structures would not be excused from routine building permit application procedure. Considered resolved, another issue was removed (illegal dumping) from the clean-up list. Council member Carmichael questioned practice comparable to “nit-picking” for clean-up issues, and Carothers stated that preferred address is “worst properties first.” Council member Reedy suggested that an Ordinance Enforcement Officer would be valuable in determination of focus and action, and members agreed.

NEXT AGENDA:

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER vs. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT COVERAGE
AGREEMENT WITH HUMANE SOCIETY
KENO REOPENING PROCEDURE/NEEDS
DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE
OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES
CLEAN UP


Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 7:30 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved October 16, 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

eptember 18, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on September 18, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT:

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the Sept. 4th - 2018-2019 Budget Hearing and Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct -NE Dept. of Revenue (10) -$272.15; Payroll-$2,374.09 Arbor Ink -$98.26; Black Hills Energy -$24.89; Eakes Office Solutions (Municipal Publicity) -$7.00; Farmers Cooperative-$15.44; KWBE -Flood Communications -(Municipal Publicity) -$1,512.00; Municipal Supply-$157.93; Verona Neumann (Door Prize Reimb. -Tractor Show-$100.00; Milton Pike-(Postage Reimb.) -$24.70;Gene (Radar) Reedy - (Van’s Chicken Reimb.-Car Show -Municipal Publicity) -$90.00: Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) -$55.00; Willet & Carothers -$3,778.67; Windstream -$72.30;Wymore Lumber -$101.15; TOTAL CLAIMS $8,683.58.


ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER -CONTINUED: Carothers advised that contact has been made with Sheriff Gustafson to determine interest within the officer base. Interested candidate(s) will be invited to attend a future meeting. (Estimated hourly rate for a part-time (2 hrs. week?) municipal officer is $28-30.)


ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (FINANCIAL RECAP): Pending remaining invoices. Current Status Cost: $3,646.50, with at least one outstanding bill. Participation : 23 tractors, 55 cars.


PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Per Carothers, one property remains for “sign-off approval” for asbestos testing. Asbestos testing currently being scheduled (Bockman). Dan Disney was determined for “locating” support. It is anticipated 4-5 houses will need remediation. Demolition scheduling will follow.


OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES: Carothers reported that there is no adjacent community code (Beatrice) to address this issue. Reedy noted that one community (DeWitt) does have (within its floodplain restrictions) a ruling regarding houses that remain vacant for a determined length of time and that then requires inspection before occupancy. Review will continue.


KENO- (City Authorization/Resolution #2018-3 (or) Ordinance (#459/ and Operator’s Agreement): Carothers advised: “No license, State ID, liquor license, completed background check yet for applicant, and that “ball-drop” continuance will be given close State scrutiny initially,” --- and he provided Ordinance #459. A motion (Reedy), second (Neumann) and a 4-0 vote suspended the rule of three readings. A motion (Reedy) and second (Mewes) were made to approve Ordinance # 459, and the ordinance was read (Carothers) , per: AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE, LLC, AS THE CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS’ KENO CONTRACTOR; TO GRANT LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE, LLC, THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO OPERATE FOR THE CITY A KENO STYLE LOTTERY WITHIN THE CITY’S CORPORATE LIMITS; TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE LOTTERY OPERATOR AGREEMENT; TO REPEAL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR SECTIONS; TO PROVIDE FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A 4-0 affirmative vote followed to approve Ordinance 459.


CLEAN UP: Carothers advised that he has drafted a letter to one property owner, giving an October 2nd deadline for removal of infractions. No progress to remove infractions on another property resulted in continuance of legal action. A letter (with November 1, 2018 deadline) was determined for a property owner who placed branches/limbs on City right-of-way. Another property will continue under the review process due to lack of continued progress, but with anticipation that the problem will be resolved shortly. Council member Reedy volunteered to provide Carothers with pictures of another property with on -going infractions. A letter has been drafted for illegal dumping.


NEXT AGENDA:

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER -CONTINUED

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (FINANCIAL RECAP)

PLANNING & ZONING

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE
OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES
CLEAN UP


Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 7:45 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved October 2, 2018.


Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

August 21, 2018

The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on August 21, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Reedy

ABSENT: Council member Neumann

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Rex Adams, Carol Klee, Chris Canfield, Mike Widick, Carol Hughes
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the August 7, 2018 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (#10) - 323.42; Payroll - $2,222.60; Black Hills Energy - $6.26; Blue River Area Agency on Aging - $625.00; Display Sales - $503.00; Jerry’s Diesel Service - $92.00: Lincoln Journal Star (Municipal Publicity) - $15.00; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $205.00; Pike Rentals - $500.00; Gene (Radar) Reedy - Municipal Publicity - Car Show Reimbursements - $500.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; T. L. Excavation - (Park) - $1,275.00; Windstream - $68.08; Wymore Lumber - $308.44; TOTAL CLAIMS: $6,698.80.

DISCUSSION OF LEVY FOR 2018-2019 BUDGET (SAME/CHANGE?): No bonding issues, no new applicable interlocal agreements impacted on levy setting which is currently at the .45 cent maximum request allowance, so no changes were made.

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER: Expedience was encouraged by Rex Adams. Further review was designated, including contact by Council member Reedy to representatives of comparable communities (as Adams, DeWitt) that have ordinance enforcement officers in place for weed, trash, various nuisance ordinance compliance. Relevant issues included, but was not all-inclusive to the following factors: Hourly need determination and cost ($28-30 per hr.); uniform code, workers’ compensation, evaluation of positive impact of existing programs.

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (RECAP OF EVENT): Rainfall impacted on attendance, but cars numbered 55 entries, tractors 22-23. Bounce house was delivered, but cancelled, resulting in mutual agreement between Council member Reedy and product supplier-- for billing at a half-rate. ($537.50)

PLANNING & ZONING: Two applications which received approval at the last P & Z Commission meeting were reviewed. Motion, second, vote (Reedy, Mewes; 3-0 affirmative) approved the Art Linsenmeyer application for an add-on and the Larry Zimmerman application for a fence. Applicants will be notified of approval and fee.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: The program is underway, with the following factors noted: 6 out of 12 owners have signed, with the 7th approval expected soon. Stipend payments are under consideration for two properties. Two properties initially determined for the program have been removed, and one added. Two properties: Widick, Maxson) have had asbestos testing, and plans are in place for remaining asbestos testing/removal. Inspections are anticipated to be scheduled in correlation with that for another community (Wymore) for cost-effective results. Rex Adams inquired as to the recommendation and benefit of “burning” certain houses in the program, and Attorney Carothers indicated it would be a beneficial method (decreasing clean-up (Paul and Joel) cost, but that signed (by owner) Fire Training notification requirements must be met. Council member Reedy will make contact to substantiate asbestos testing completion at one test site, and for remaining asbestos testing considerations.

REQUEST TO VACATE STREET (57 FEET EAST OF WATER MAIN LOCATED IN FRONT OF 526East 2nd to RIVER DRIVE)/Property Description: COM ON E OF GAMBEE’S Add 498 S OF N LINE SE S 189‘ E to CEN OF RI UP CEN OF RI TO PT DUE E OF BEG W 357’ TO POB EX N 124’ OF W 150 (1.--: Carol Klee, INCLUDING: STREET DAMAGE, OVER-HANGING TREES, ON 500 BLOCK EAST 2ND : Work has been done by City crew to minimize drainage problems, with gravel to be applied, as well as further work (as culvert) if proven necessary in the future. Carol Klee advised and provided documentation wherein she withdrew her previous request to vacate the street, and that correspondence is attached to the office copy of minutes.

KENO REVIEW: City Attorney Carothers provided buyer information which included: potentiality of shared Manager‘s License (Morris w/ new buyer) for the duration of time needed for completion of new application processing, and contact person (Carri Fitzgerald, Licensing Specialist - Nebraska Department of Revenue, Charitable Gaming Division (402) 471-5949 /carri.Fitzgerald@Nebraska.gov). 60-90 days would be required for review and issuance of liquor license. Expected potential buyer (Lillibridge) was not in attendance, so current status or continuing interest and intent is not known.

CLEAN UP: It was noted that one vehicle has been removed by a property owner on the clean up list, and that location was removed from the list. Limited clean-up progress at two locations will result in legal action. Chris Witowski will be contacted for boundary determination at another site. Two certified letters will be mailed.


NEXT AGENDA:
2018-2019 BUDGET HEARING (Followed by Regular Session topics)
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (FINANCIAL RECAP)
PLANNING & ZONING
DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE
CLEAN UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8 PM. No objections.

The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved September 4, 2018.


Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)


City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

September 4, 2018

The 2018-2019 Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on September 4, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT:

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Brian Blobaum, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Mr./Mrs. Chris Canfield, Carol Hughes, Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Steve Porter

Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the August 21, 2018 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $2,071.55; Payroll 3,145.66; Blobaum & Busboom (Budget Support) - $1,300.00; Constellation Energy - $3.71; Fireman’s Memorial Hall - $100.00 - (Municipal Publicity); More Than Games (Municipal Publicity) - $537.50; Municipal Supply - $126.88; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $287.72; Norris Public Power - $1,198.36; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Postmaster - $170.00; Katherine Roche (Cert. Letter Reimb.) - $13.40; Security First Bank (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $219.36; Sullivan Construction - $360.00; Tractor Supply - $207.91; Uhl’s Sporting Goods - (Municipal Publicity) - $1,895.00; Weyer Repair - $15.00; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wrenchman Service - $153.52; Wymore Oil Co. - $130.01; - TOTAL CLAIMS: $12,020.58; -- and Blue Springs Keno $415.19 from the Keno Proceeds Checking Account - (July Report).


2018-2019 BUDGET HEARING/ Resolution 2018-2
Motion (Carmichael) and second (Mewes) to open the Budget Hearing: (Vote: 4-0 affirmative).
Call for comments and questions (none), summarization by Blobaum of the Budget Notes (herein included) :
2018-2019 Budget Notes: The City appears to be continuing to produce revenues in excess of regular operating expenditures. The General All-Purpose Fund is producing roughly $37,000 per year (nearly the same as last year), and the Keno Fund is producing roughly $20,000 per year (a decrease from the previous year). These funds produced are held in reserve available for capital outlays (paving, new equipment, water lines, etc.)... It is estimated that as of October 1, 2018, you will have cash reserves of about $300,000 General and $220,000 Keno. This compares to the prior year amounts of $260,000 General and $230,000 Keno.… For the year 2018-2019, proposed budget property tax has been left at the levy limit of 45 cents, which increases the tax request from $29,366 o $29,836. This increase (of approx. 1.6%) is due to higher total assessed valuation for the City from $6,525,958 to $6,630.423. All of the increased valuation of $104,465 is attributable to new growth… Other operating revenues have been estimated conservatively at $120,000 based on the prior year amounts for the general funds. $600,000 has been included in other operating revenues based upon prior years’ estimated Keno game gross proceeds... $543,000 has been budgeted as potential capital outlay in the General All-Purpose Fund and no capital outlay has been budgeted in the Keno Fund beyond your normal operating expenditures. However, $311,000 has been budgeted to be transferred from the Keno Fund to the General All-Purpose Fund to assist in financing potential capital outlay projects. Normal operating expenditures have been budgeted liberally at $330,000 for the General All-Purpose Fund (this includes $60,000 for distribution of demolition grant and match) and $510,000 (includes game winner payoffs) for the Keno Fund at 85% payout... The budget process and document perform two legal functions: 1. Sets the property tax request-budgeted at $29,836. 2. Establishes an overall expenditure limit-budgeted at $1,694,000.... The budget must be adopted by September 20. The property tax requested in the budget will be final; however, the expenditure limit may be amended, if needed, throughout the year...The expenditure limit included in the proposed budget allows for expenditure of nearly all cash reserves which are expected to be available. Since some cash reserves will be necessary, we don’t expect, nor do we recommend, that the full amount budgeted of $1,694,000 be spent. GENERAL BUDGETING NOTES: The lid law is assigned to limit the growth of non-utility government revenues to inflationary increases. Exceptions are allowed for revenues required to pay off bonded debt, real estate improvement capital outlays, and interlocal agreements... Due to the Lid Law restrictions, it continues to be advantageous to pay real estate capital outlays, pay off of bonded debt, and participate in interlocal agreements from funds where property tax, sales tax, and state pass-through revenues are deposited (i.e. General and Street). This will help keep this law from limiting your non-utility source revenues...The lid law has become a significant factor for future budgets. Although you have adequate unused budget authority at this time, this is a factor that should be monitored.
Motion, second, and vote (Reedy, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative- Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy) to approve/accept a 1% allowable additional increase in the Restricted Funds Authority.
Since no changes were required to the Budget, motion (Reedy) second (Neumann) to accept the 2018-2019 Budget: (Vote: 4-0 affirmative = Carmichael - Yes, Mewes - Yes, Neumann - Yes; Reedy - Yes) .
Motion (Mewes) and second (Carmichael) (,vote 4-0 affirmative) to open a Special Budget Meeting within the Budget Meeting.
Resolution #2018-2 was read (Blobaum)--- (WHEREAS, Nebraska Revised Statute 77-1601.02 provides that the property tax request for the prior year shall be the property tax request for the current year for purposes of the levy set by the County Board of Equalization unless the Governing Body of the City of Blue Springs passes by a majority vote a resolution or ordinance setting the tax request at a different amount and WHEREAS, a special public hearing was held as required by law to hear and consider comments concerning the property tax request, and WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the City of Blue Springs that the property tax request for the current year be a different amount than the property tax request for the prior year. NOW, THEREFORE, the Governing Body of the City of Blue Springs by a majority vote, resolves that-- 1. The 2018-2019 property tax request be set at $29,836. 2. A copy of this resolution be certified and forwarded to the County Clerk prior to October 13, 2018.
Motion (Reedy), second(Carmichael), vote (4-0 affirmative - Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy) to adopt Resolution #2018-2 for a property tax amount different than that of the previous year, and the dollar amount ($29,836.00).
Motion (Mewes), second (Carmichael) (vote 4-0 affirmative - to close The Budget Hearing and return proceedings to Regular session.

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER: Council member Reedy noted that one community he reviewed (DeWitt) designates $2,500 annually for the service. Another community (Odell) may be contacted for comparison. Rex Adams summarized his previous information which was comparable to information Carothers offered: $28-30 hourly rate, liability-worker’s compensation possibilities, need for designation of uniform/clothing. Carothers will “reach out” to Gustafson to determine interested off-duty officers (primary, or alternating) for the position, and to see if interested person(s) might attend a meeting for more pervasive discussion of alternatives and degree of involvement. Also touched upon was the possibility (suggested by Adams) of Gage County interest in getting monetary support of communities without law enforcement officers and also the benefit of routine availability of City Hall (for paperwork) to officers on duty through the community.


ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (FINANCIAL RECAP): Insufficient information available for final analysis.

PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: City Attorney Carothers reported: All but two authorizations are signed. Those not signed were noted to have deteriorated exterior and interior condition to support inclusion in the demolition program. Carothers will make necessary contact for remaining asbestos testing needs (Bockman/Ron Thompson) and demolition (Fossler) aspects. Rex Adams and Dan Disney provided information regarding the training of a local (Mike Plihal) for asbestos testing (and later on - asbestos abatement), and the benefit of utilizing Plihal services (Adams: “If not now, in upcoming asbestos testing”, due to cooperative stance between One Property at a Time and Plihal that would have cost-effective results. Controlled burns was discussed, as well as the necessary documentation (signed Fire Training Notification forms to State).

CLEAN UP: Carothers advised that one property owner on the current clean-up list is scheduled for court in two weeks. He will drive by another property after the meeting and determine advisable legal action. It was noted that no response has yet been received from Witowski in reference to boundary designation (property owner-City), and a second contact will be made. A property showing improvement will continue in the review process. Carothers requested pictures of another property.


NEXT AGENDA:
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER -CONTINUED
ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (FINANCIAL RECAP)
PLANNING & ZONING
DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE
OCCUPIED DWELLINGS WITHOUT UTILITIES
CLEAN UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 7:49 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved September 18, 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

August 7, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on August 7, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Reedy

ABSENT: Council member Neumann

OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Dan Disney, Chris Canfield, Rex Adams, Carol Klee

Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.

At 7:17 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.

Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the July 17, 2018 Regular meeting.

After review -- motion, second, and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,664.15; Payroll -3,846.52; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $1,242.28; Blue Valley Door - $207.10; Constellation Energy - $3.13; Farmer’s Cooperative - $36.18; Flower Shop - $50.00; League of Nebraska Municipalities (Membership) - $255.00; Jan Morris (Reimb - Web Hosting/Domain - 1 Year) - $135.05; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $213.72; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $29.00; Norris Public Power - $1,199.74; Milton Pike - (Postage Reimb.) - $39.40; One-Call Concepts - $8.34; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Postmaster - $170.00; Security First Bank - (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; SENDD - (Housing/Membership) - $380.00; Shell - $453.20; Tractor Supply - $61.57; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $189.87; TOTAL CLAIMS: $10,269.25 .

DISCUSSION OF LEVY FOR 2018-2019 BUDGET (SAME/CHANGE?): Potential increase was discussed based on close of Keno Operations and uncertain future of the game. Opinion of accountants (Blobaum/Busboom) will be solicited. Further determination will be made at the next Regular meeting.

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (May include swimming pool review): Rex Adams stated that a vote might be taken “to get going on this, with particulars to be determined later.” Mayor Meyer stated preference to have all members present before voting on the matter. Tabled until next Regular meeting.

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION: No new information.

PLANNING & ZONING: No applications ready for review by council.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Mayor Meyer suggested tabling until City attorney is back from vacation and in attendance to provide current status report. Rex Adams indicated areas of advancement…. Trailer releases are prepared and waiting for approval. Two property owners (Maxson/Dorn) has signed off on houses. Others are pending. One property (Lance) presents a challenge due to individual circumstance.

REQUEST TO VACATE STREET (57 FEET EAST OF WATER MAIN LOCATED IN FRONT OF 526 East 2nd to RIVER DRIVE)/Property Description: COM ON E OF GAMBEE’S Add 498 S OF N LINE SE S 189‘ E to CEN OF RI UP CEN OF RI TO PT DUE E OF BEG W 357’ TO POB EX N124’ OF W 150 (1.--: Carol Klee: Carol Klee made the presentation, provided pictures relevant to the situation and a letter which is attached to the office copy of these minutes. Conditions under review are: Overgrown trees and excess accumulation of tree branches and debris, drainage issues causing erosion to property, draining of runoff water pooling on both sides of the street, overall issue of drainage and erosion starting at the corner where pavement stops. Suggested solution: Redo current street to allow for proper drainage of excess water. Replace current material on street with rock. Widen street to accommodate passing vehicles, garbage service, delivery vehicles, etc. The Klee request remains under review, with Council member Reedy indicating he did not have a prohibitive view of the request, but would “like to take a look at it personally.” Mayor Meyer indicated the water problem should be solved before considerations “to vacate.” Employee Pike told of plan to reshape ditch. Contact will be made with adjacent property owners - Rick/Bruce Dunn. Meyer will also contact Norris regarding a problematic light (LED replacement). Review continues.

STREET DAMAGE, OVER-HANGING TREES, ON 500 BLOCK EAST 2ND (Carol Klee): Combined above.

KENO - (Rebecca Lillibridge- prospective buyer): No attendance by person requesting to be on agenda.

CLEAN-UP: Review continues for properties on the current clean-up list, and determination was made to activate study to verify property/road boundaries.


NEXT AGENDA:

DISCUSSION OF LEVY FOR 2018-2019 BUDGET (SAME/CHANGE?)

ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION (RECAP OF EVENT)

PLANNING & ZONING

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE

REQUEST TO VACATE STREET (57 FEET EAST OF WATER MAIN LOCATED IN FRONT OF 526 East 2nd to RIVER DRIVE)/Property Description: COM ON E OF GAMBEE’S Add 498 S OF N LINE SE S 189‘ E to CEN OF RI UP CEN OF RI TO PT DUE E OF BEG W 357’ TO POB EX N 124’ OF W 150 (1.--: Carol Klee, INCLUDING: STREET DAMAGE, OVER-HANGING TREES, ON 500 BLOCK EAST 2ND

CLEAN UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 8:05 PM. No objections.

The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved August 21. 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

July 17, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on July 17, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT;

OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Dan Disney, Rex Adams, Lance Spencer


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.

At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.

Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the July 3, 2018 Regular meeting.

After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Rev (10) - $185.76; Payroll - $1,904.62; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $23.18; Constellation Energy - $3.57; Farmers Cooperative - $44.58; NE Dept. of Rev (51C) - $2,165.00; NE U.C. Fund - $61.87; Milton Pike - (Post. Reimb.) - $49.40; Roehr’s Machinery - $50.10; Security First Bank - $55.00; Sullivan Construction - $235.00; Windstream - $72.30; Wymore Arbor State - $135.17; Wymore, City of -$135.00; Wymore Lumber - $21.27; TOTAL CLAIMS: $5,141.82.

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION: Council member Reedy advised that arrangements are in place for the Bounce House/Obstacle Course ($950 for delivery/setup/removal), and chicken by VanLaningham. Flyer for tractor show was discussed and preparation information was provided. Rex Adams offered use of his vacant lots for the tractor show (across from fire hall) for alternate setup in the event the park location does not prove adequate due to concerns about new sidewalk and alternate approach (Main Street) restricted by tree limbs not expected to be removed from the passage area by the property owner prior to the annual event. Neumann thanked Adams for the offer and members will assess the possibility.

PLANNING & ZONING: Planning and Zoning Commission previously approved (7/16/18) building permit application for a fence for David Forke. Motion, second, vote (Mewes, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) approved the Forke fence application (#18-4), and applicant will be notified of approval and $5.00 fee.

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: Motion, second, vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve the handbook as drafted.

KENO REVIEW - ONGOING REVIEW (CHARITABLE GAMING)/PROCEDURE: After review of recommendation by Attorney Carothers, a motion, second, and vote (Mewes, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative was made to reimburse Ruby Morris, Keno Operator the amount of $25,000, a portion of the unusual payout incurred for March 2018. Payment will be drafted, and fund transfer completed between Keno accounts to assure minimum holding in the Keno Proceeds Account remains at $25,000. A copy of the Carothers letter of Charitable Gaming findings/Carothers recommendation is attached to the office copy of the minutes. Included in the correspondence data was manufacturer review requirements as compared to the actual situation in regard to routine maintenance procedures and need for daily analysis reports. Council member Reedy inquired as to the advisability of Council members (Keno Committee - Mewes, Reedy) being trained to prepare necessary analysis reports for a review process, and Carothers indicated that Deputy State Sheriff Schmehl/Charitable Gaming will be contacted in regard to that consideration.

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE: Preparations are in place for letters requesting owner/representative authority to allow asbestos testing/demolition/subsequent clean-up of properties, including secondary support action by Rex Adams who will use Carothers-provided documentation to obtain certain approvals. It was noted by Carothers that one property was more problematic. It was anticipated (Carothers) that necessary procedures should be complete for end of August activation of actual demolition. Rex Adams asked if the service provider for demolition might be allowed to address structures in groups, depending on his “down time,” and Carothers indicated that would be allowed. Carothers also stated that a signed demolition contract will be necessary and will be prepared.

MEETING TIME CHANGE/ORDINANCE # 458: Motion, second, vote (Neumann, Reedy, 4-0 affirmative) to suspend rule of three readings. Motion, second, (Reedy, Neumann) to accept/approve Ordinance #458 to change regular meeting time from 7:30 PM to & 7 PM on first and third Tuesdays of each month. Carothers read the ordinance, and the vote was 4-0 affirmative to accept/approve Ordinance # 458.

SWIMMING POOL SAFETY/CONSIDERATIONS FOR ORDINANCE: No direct topic action taken, but based on information in support of the City having an Ordinance Enforcement Officer - (as provided by Rex Adams, and Adam’s conclusion that it would be a service “well worth the expense,” members discussed the possibility, and decided in favor of further review at the next meeting.

CLEAN-UP: Clean-up letters were ordered. Legal action will be initiated or continued for properties on the current clean-up list.

OTHER: (GENERAL)
Rex Adams suggested replacement/removal of faded Broad Street “Weight Limit” signs, and arrangements will be made for removal.

Rex Adams thanked members for “positive direction” on community clean-up.

Dan Disney thanked members for Walnut/Broad intersection repairs, describing it as “much nicer.”

Dan Disney advised members that the City Hall siding should be completed by Sullivan next week.

The basketball hoops were again discussed, with action reversed to Employee Pike’s original suggestion that Sullivan Construction will be contacted for the work, and that option will be pursued.


NEXT AGENDA:
DISCUSSION OF LEVY FOR 2018-2019 BUDGET (SAME/CHANGE?)
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE
CLEAN-UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 8:23 PM. No objections.

The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved August 7, 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

July 3, 2018

The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on July 3, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.


PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy


ABSENT;


OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Dan Disney


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the June 19, 2018 Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Reedy, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue 941 - $2,656.55; Payroll $3,144.42; Circle D Mfg. - $144.77; Diller Electric - $1,004.25; Lauby Plumbing/Heating/AC - $400.00; NE Dept. of Rev - 941N - $309.72; Norris Public Power - $1,138.41; One-Call Concepts - $8.67; Milton Pike -(Tel. Comp-.) - $25.00; Rewound Power Motors - $146.62; Security First Bank - (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $402.47; Tractor Supply - $75.98; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $147.32; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $2,308.34; Wymore Oil Company - $134.00; Wymore Super Foods - $17.38; TOTAL CLAIMS: $12,123.90.


ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION: Per Council member Reedy, “flyers are done and sent out. Some will be brought to City Hall for mailing.” Per Council member Neumann - materials are being prepared for distribution (Tractor Show).


PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications pending.


EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: Attorney Carothers provided initial draft for review and discussion/decisions at the next Regular meeting.


KENO REVIEW: Attorney Carothers will confer with Charitable Gaming to determine outcome/decisions as per March 2018 unusual payout situation.


DILAPIDATED HOUSES: PROCEDURE: Dan Disney inquired if Attorney Carothers is in the process of completing/providing property owner/representative “sign-off” notifications (to Rex Adams) for authority/inclusion in the demolition project, and Carothers noted that he intends to do that this next week. Preparations and contact is pending for any remaining asbestos testing (Bockman) and excavation (Fossler). The estimate for actual demolition is 2-4 months (Fall).


MEETING TIME CHANGE TO 7PM (REEDY): Members were in agreement to change regular meeting time to 7:00 p. m. Carothers will prepare the ordinance for review/approval at the next Regular meeting.


CLEAN-UP: Review continues for the property owners on the current clean-up list.


NEXT AGENDA:

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION

PLANNING & ZONING

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK

KENO REVIEW - ONGOING REVIEW (CHARITABLE GAMING)/PROCEDURE

DILAPIDATED HOUSES: ONGOING PROCEDURE

MEETING TIME CHANGE/ORDINANCE #_458_______

SWIMMING POOL SAFETY/CONSIDERATIONS FOR ORDINANCE

CLEAN-UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 8:05 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved July 17, 2018.


Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

June 19, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on June 19, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT; Council member Carmichael

OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, Carol Hughes, Steve Borgman, Connie Mewes,


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Neumann, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the June 5, 2018 Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - 257.29; Payroll: $2,184.10; Black Hills Energy - $24.95; Johnny’s Welding - $63.30; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00: Postmaster - $168.00; Schuster’s Outdoor & RV - $148.64; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; T. O. Haas - $131.20; John Trauernicht - $100.00; Windstream - $74.78; Wymore Super Foods - $13.89; TOTAL CLAIMS $3,236.15.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Council member Reedy will soon be distributing flyers and providing copies to the City Office for mailing. Council member Neumann will be drafting a letter to potential Tractor Show participants, with information included about the “new approach” to set up in the City Park.

ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION: SPECIAL BEVERAGE LICENSE REQUEST - STEVE BORGMAN: Borgman provided initial information for plans to have a beer garden (with proceeds to be donated “in part” to One Property at a Time group) during 14th Annual Car Show/Tractor Show. Motion by Reedy, second by Neumann, and 3-0 affirmative vote gave City approval for the inclusion, and paperwork was provided to Borgman for him to complete and return for Municipal signature.

PLANNING & ZONING: Motion, second, vote (Mewes, Neumann, 3-0 affirmative) to approve J. Scheideler building permit application (storage building) - which was approved by the P & Z Commission at 6/18/18 meeting. Applicant will be notified of approval and fee.

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: No new information available.

KENO REVIEW: Email information was provided by Attorney Carothers to address, but not designate official particulars of the on-going Keno Review (March-payouts). A copy of Carother’s email is attached to the office copy of the minutes, and available for public review.


DILAPIDATED HOUSES; THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION: Notification of approval for a grant application to the Margaret and Martha Thomas Foundation was received, along with a much-appreciated grant proceeds check in the amount of $38,610.00 (to be strictly applied to the anticipated $66,000 project having an approved $27,500 contribution from the City). A copy of the acceptance letter is attached to the office copy of the minutes and available for public review, as well as the email by Carothers which summarizes upcoming initiation of procedure.

CLEAN-UP: Review (including legal) continues on current applicable properties. One property was determined to be satisfactorily addressed by property owner and was removed from the list.

NEXT AGENDA:
ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
KENO REVIEW
DILAPIDATED HOUSES: PROCEDURE
MEETING TIME CHANGE TO 7PM (REEDY)
CLEAN-UP

Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 7:47 PM. No objections.

The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved July 3, 2018.

Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

June 5, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on June 5, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.


PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael (Arrival 7:50 PM), Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT;

OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Dan Disney, Rex Adams


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the May 15, 2018 Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Mewes, Neumann, 3-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service - (941) - $1,649.07; Payroll - $6,971.95; Blue Springs Cemetery - (Annual Taxes) - $2,800.00; Blue Springs Rural Fire Dept. (Annual Taxes) - $2,900.00; Constellation Energy - $20.45; Johnny’s Welding - $12.50; NE Dept. of Rev. (501N) - $214.85; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; NE Rural Water Association (Donation) - $500.00; Norris Public Power - $1,196.27; One-Call Concepts - $9.48; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $382.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00;Wymore Lumber - $95.31; Wymore Oil Company - $144.41; TOTAL CLAIMS: $16,996.29.


ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION: Plans: Preparation and distribution of flyers. Determination of alternate-approach route (to City Park) and notification for Tractor Show set up, Council member Reedy to contact Shawn. Larry Hohensee to be contacted about August 19th reservation.


PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications, but a property owner will be notified by letter that a building permit application, with receipt of applicable $5.00 fee, needs to be completed for a fence already erected, and for which no prohibitive placement factors were identified.


EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: Tabled due to delay of draft - resulting from technical (equipment) failure.


KENO REVIEW: No new information yet available regarding March report (large-payout review by Charitable Gaming). Operator in compliance for April payout to City.


CLEAN-UP: One property owner did not arrive for court scheduling - continued to Tuesday. Pictures (by Council member Reedy to Carothers) were requested for a vehicle infraction. Review continues for two other property owners.


DILAPIDATED HOUSES;THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION: Review resulted in approval of $27,500 City contribution to the Thomas Foundation Grant application (Motion: Reedy, Second - Neumann, 4-0 affirmative vote) toward a total estimated cost of $66,110, which included demolition of trailers and houses, as well as estimated land fill and asbestos testing costs. Some necessary location changes may apply, with resulting adjustment to the total cost of the project. Further determinations were made that the City stay current with Municipal improvement needs and plans to encourage City growth/population, and therefore to participate in future applications for Thomas Foundation Grant funds.


NEXT AGENDA:
ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
KENO REVIEW
DILAPIDATED HOUSES; THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION


Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:22 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved June 19, 2018.


Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)


City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

May 15, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on May 15, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.

PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy

ABSENT;

OTHER ATTENDEES: Connie Mewes, Mike Pike, Andy Carothers, Rex Adams


Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the May 1, 2018 Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $278.64; Payroll: $2,149.64; B & J Hill Construction (Intersection/Manholes/Sidewalks) - $22,970.00; Beatrice Board of Public Works - $311.00; Black Hills Energy - $29.68; Chelsea Chab - (Meter Dep. Ref.) - $24.21; Concrete Industries - $1,296.00; Constellation Energy - $63.99; Jan Morris (Reimb.) - $100.00; Morris Used Cars - $1,449.03; Municipal Supply - $730.30; Nationwide (Clerk Bond) - $100.00; One-Call Concepts - $4.53; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $24.70; Postmaster - $70.00; Security First Bank (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; T.O. Haas - $131.20; Temps Disposal - $596.63 (Roll-offs - Spring Clean-Up); Tillotson Construction -(Final Payment - Roof Repairs) - $12,498.00; Windstream - $76.48; Wymore Arbor State - $141.24; Wymore Fertilizer - $5.50; Wymore Lumber - $104.58; TOTAL CLAIMS: $43, 210.35.


ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION: Date of Annual Celebration was determined: Sunday, August 19, 2018. Motion (Mewes), second (Carmichael) and vote (4-0 affirmative) set the annual celebration budget at $5,000.


PLANNING & ZONING: No applications under consideration.

CLEAN-UP: Review continues to determine corrective action to be taken for garbage accumulation in a building. Legal action has been activated for a property owner with “accumulated trash” infraction. Review continues on two other properties. Future clean-up action will be determined for “worst violation first” for other general clean-up and junked/unlicensed/inoperable vehicle (and other). Attorney Carothers updated members on the Thomas Foundation grant application, speculating a thirty-forty thousand dollar grant request, with determinations yet to be made regarding the amount of City contribution to the demolition project. Receipt is still pending (Carothers/) of a Tax Deed for one included property.


EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: Attorney Carothers called for clarification (office hours, shop hours, possibility of PTO designation rather than sick leave/vacation leave classification with consideration for closing employee balances (pay - Vacation, lose - Sick leave) at termination). Draft will be provided for copying and distribution to members for further review prior to the next Regular meeting.

KENO REVIEW: March Keno report review and analysis continues by Charitable Gaming and the City to determine basis for and amount of any prospective reimbursement to Keno Operator. Review led to speculation of a total, but final and official determination cannot be made until the review process is completed and the report is received. Debated issues included: Operator compliance with Nebraska Gaming regulations (changing out game balls - manufacturer specifications, Nebraska Gaming regulations, ), and contractual obligations, as well as need for Operator to contact City members in the event of high/unusual payout situations (has been done in the past, but not recently). A meeting between Charitable Gaming representative(s), Attorney Carothers, and Keno Operator Ruby Morris will be held (May 16th - at the Keno Lounge) to clarify procedures, expectations, inattention to mandated operational procedure, etc.) A motion Carmichael), second (Neumann) and 4-0 affirmative vote authorized Attorney Carothers to notify Keno Operator that “ball draw” option will not be approved should contractual payments to the City (April report) not be made.

MFO: (City of Beatrice check: $919.17) Members again determined to keep the funds in the Fire Fund of City Regular checking account, to be available for review and reallocation should the Fire Department approach the City with a qualifying request.


DONATION TO RURAL WATER:($100.00?): It was noted by City Attorney Carothers that Rural Water (Hellbusch) has been instrumental in rate studies, and is always quick to respond, without compensation to the organization, on a wide range of project requests. Carothers felt a larger donation than $100 would be in line. Members agreed. A $500 donation was authorized by a motion (Reedy), second (Carmichael) and a 4-0 affirmative vote. Check to Nebraska Rural Water will be included in claims at the next Regular meeting.


OTHER: (1) Increasing incidents of “dogs-running-at large” were discussed, with determination that “pictures be taken and dated” to support legal address of violations. (2) As a result of completion of roof repairs, it was the determination of Mayor and Council to proceed with necessary replacement of ceiling tile, electrical fixtures (LED) under the “general maintenance” program. (3) Council member Reedy inquired about status on a past “storage container” situation designated to legal action. Carothers indicated he would “go forward on it.”


NEXT AGENDA:
ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
KENO REVIEW


Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:52 PM. No objections.


The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved June 5, 2018.


Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)

City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

May 1, 2018


The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on May 1, 2018, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.


PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann


ABSENT; Council member Reedy


OTHER ATTENDEES: Connie Mewes, Mike Pike, Andy Carothers

Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.


At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.


Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the April 17, 2018 Regular meeting.


After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative ) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue (941) - $1,619.33; Payroll - 2,821.35; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $160.80; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $208.05; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $30.00; Norris Public Power - $1,331.04; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $142.76; Milford Woutzke (Tel Comp) - $5.00: Wymore Oil Company- $120.51; TOTAL CLAIMS: $6,518.84.


ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION: Employee Pike indicated that the new sidewalk at the City Park presents prohibitive factors for the Tractor Show setup, but determination was made that an alternate (Main Street) approach would allow for use of the location.


PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.


MANHOLE/INTERSECTION/SIDEWALK - ANY REMAINING CONCERNS: Manhole work anticipated to begin May 2, but with additional (10) manholes added to the project (Increased cost applies). Discussion included future plans to extend park sidewalk to the park shelter (additional cost). The sidewalk in front of City Hall was discussed, with Mayor Meyer initiating conversation regarding the best time for replacement as “when demolition of adjacent, City acquired property is completed” so total area recommendations might be determined. Work on the intersection (Walnut/Broad) is anticipated to begin Thursday, May 3.

CLEAN UP which will include THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT PREPARATIONS FOR DEMOLITION OF SUB-STANDARD BUILDINGS, AND RESULTS OF CLEAN-UP LETTERS, AND LIST OF JUNKED/INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES, AND MISC. OTHER CLEAN-UP ISSUES: Mayor Meyer asked that members continue to look around for “vehicle” issues and “clean-up“ sites. Pictures (to Carothers) were requested for one clean-up location to support initiation of legal action. A second courtesy letter to a property ownerwas determined. Clean-up progress and continued review was noted at one site. A courtesy letter was requested for removal of an unlicensed vehicle ) from City right-of-way.


EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: Attorney Carothers will prepare a “sample” based on existing benefit package for full-time employees and his recommendation that the City continue with the definition of “40 hours per week for full-time employees,” rather than the 30-hr designation where there are 5 or more employees, and at which time the sample is available the members will discuss any needed or desired changes.


HYDRANT DAMAGE FOLLOW-UP, AS NECESSARY: Resolved.


NEXT AGENDA:
ANNUAL CITY CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
KENO REVIEW

Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:04 PM. No objections.

The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved May 15, 2018.


Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)


City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)