March 17, 2020
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 17, 2020, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT:
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, John Hill
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 (Mewes) , second (Carmichael) and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the March 3, 2020 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion (Neumann), second (Carmichael ), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims per: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $251.03; Payroll $2,222.40; Arbor Ink - $186.76; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $41.66; Black Hills Energy - $46.69; Constellation Energy - $70.21; Lauby Plumbing/Heating/Air - $41.05; One-Call Concepts - 2.30; Postmaster - $256.00; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Temps Disposal (Demolition Project) - $1,850.00; Wex Bank/Shell - $112.36; Wymore Arbor State - $144.28; Wymore Oil Company - $288.26; TOTAL CLAIMS: $5,568.00.
BRIDGE - JOHN HILL: John Hill provided preliminary information about CBMP eligibility (Urban Local Roadway classification, ADT: 300 Roadway paved. Existing Structure is a 2 span 39’ steel girder bridge with 18 ft (deck to flow line). Not within a ZONE A. Preliminary estimate could be a single 12’ (wide) x 8’ (rise) concrete box culvert. Following discussion, a motion was made by Council member Reedy, seconded by Mewes, and approved in a 4-0 affirmative vote for the County Engineer (rather than City engineer, based on wide experience with bridge needs assessments) for estimated cost for changes. Within a Bridge Match opportunity, State 55% of cost, City 45% of cost or City $45,000 of estimated $100,000. Bridge Match program would be presented in fall and a next year potential project.
GENERAL CLEAN-UP, INCLUDING: BUILDING INSPECTION ISSUES, ASBESTOS TESTING: No new information.
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES: Estimates are under review. Concrete work still being pursued.
FEIT PARK (SEWER HOOK-UP, RELATED ASPECTS); CITY PARK (MULCH, OTHER): Plans on hold due to corona virus concerns.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
OTHER: Contact will be made with Andy Carothers regarding the initiation process/procedure/approval of a COVID-19 Pandemic Emergency Declaration for the City of Blue Springs.
NEXT AGENDA:
BRIDGE - BOX CULVERT - ESTIMATES, ISSUES
GENERAL CLEAN-UP, INCLUDING: BUILDING INSPECTION ISSUES, ASBESTOS TESTING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
FEIT PARK (SEWER HOOK-UP, RELATED ASPECTS); CITY PARK (MULCH, OTHER)
PLANNING & ZONING
Motion to adjourn: Neumann Time: 7:25 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved April 7, 2020.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
March 3, 2020
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 3, 2020, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT: Council member Mewes
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, Dean Cole, Sara Hutchison
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 (Carmichael) , second (Neumann) and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the February 18, 2020 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion (Neumann), second (Carmichael), and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve claims per: Bank Direct Internal Revenue Service - (941) - $1,520.01; Payroll $3,232.48; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $615.17; Constellation Energy - $123.53; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $206.00; NE Dept. of Revenue - Charitable Gaming 50G) - $100.00; Norris Public Power - $1,385.74; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Sample) - $27.90; Security First Bank (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $220.73; Wymore Oil Company - $240.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $7,756.56.
POST OFFICE BOX ($76.00 annually) vs. PUTTING UP A MAIL BOX: Discussion, followed by motion (Carmichael), second (Neumann), and 3-0 affirmative to make annual payment of $76.00 for the existing post office box Number 25 rather than putting up route box outside City Hall (which could pose a threat of mail tampering.)
FEIT MEMORIAL PARK & CITY PARK: REVITALIZING PARK BOARD (DEAN COLE): (Current Committee: Reedy/Mewes): Dean Cole addressed members. Aspects of discussion were: 1. Request for portable toilet -- (April 1 - Oct. 1) at Feit Memorial Park to correlate with University of Nebraska canoeing/kayaking program (April- July) (They very much appreciated it last year.), and for local campers, trailhead participants, fishermen, mushroom hunters, etc. Council member Carmichael suggested determination be made focused on highest usage timeline, with possible time extension, as circumstances indicate. Final decision was made to schedule a portable toilet at Feit Park from April 1 - July 1, 2020, with extension later - depending on use factors. 2. Potentiality of permanent toileting facility: At Feit Park (comments by Meyer, Cole, Pike) - Cole indicated that it is easier to get a grant for permanent improvements. Members discussed future variables, as hook up to sewer (with Pike to make contacts to evaluate the situation), -- or installation of a tank. 3. Playground mulch: Carmichael brought up need for playground mulch at the City Park, with Mayor Meyer, Council members Neumann and Reedy, and Employee Pike in agreement. A previously offered “sale” price of 10 - 75cf Nuplay ETI Nuplay rubber mulch coated earthtone (Sterling West), at $425 per bag ($4,250) has expired, and members agreed for Employee Pike to contact them again about current pricing. 4.Tennis Court recommendations/needs: Clean up, power washing, grant pursued by Cole for replacing lights ($16,000?/ and two-three outlets installed). Troubleshooting of drainage problem. A new net is available for court use. 5. Other. Paint picnic table at Feit Park (Community Service workers may be a possibility for this, and other related issues.) Grant for drinking fountains (2) in park. Community tree survey/future plan.
GENERAL CLEAN-UP, BUT INCLUDING: BUILDING INSPECTION ISSUES, ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME/CITY PARTNERING ON CLEAN-UP/DEMOLITION/INSPECTION PROJECT; DESIGNATION OF SPRING CLEAN-UP DAY?: It was noted that Tim Sedlacek may be interested in doing asbestos checks for the City, and an inquiry will be made. Annual clean up day was scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2020 (with completion aspects continuing on 23rd,24th.)
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES: Council member Reedy has hauled off the old foundation, and will be in contact with B. Hill regarding planned sidewalk.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
Other: Attorney Carothers will be contacted (request by Reedy) in reference to a “tax” property situation, and acquisition/claim by City. (Office Record: Joy Creek)
NEXT AGENDA:
BRIDGE - JOHN HILL
GENERAL CLEAN-UP, INCLUDING: BUILDING INSPECTION ISSUES, ASBESTOS TESTING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
FEIT PARK (SEWER HOOK-UP, RELATED ASPECTS); CITY PARK (MULCH, OTHER)
PLANNING & ZONING
Motion to adjourn: Neumann Time: 7:45 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 17, 2020.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 3, 2020, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT: Council member Mewes
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, Dean Cole, Sara Hutchison
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 (Carmichael) , second (Neumann) and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the February 18, 2020 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion (Neumann), second (Carmichael), and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve claims per: Bank Direct Internal Revenue Service - (941) - $1,520.01; Payroll $3,232.48; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $615.17; Constellation Energy - $123.53; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $206.00; NE Dept. of Revenue - Charitable Gaming 50G) - $100.00; Norris Public Power - $1,385.74; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Sample) - $27.90; Security First Bank (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $220.73; Wymore Oil Company - $240.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $7,756.56.
POST OFFICE BOX ($76.00 annually) vs. PUTTING UP A MAIL BOX: Discussion, followed by motion (Carmichael), second (Neumann), and 3-0 affirmative to make annual payment of $76.00 for the existing post office box Number 25 rather than putting up route box outside City Hall (which could pose a threat of mail tampering.)
FEIT MEMORIAL PARK & CITY PARK: REVITALIZING PARK BOARD (DEAN COLE): (Current Committee: Reedy/Mewes): Dean Cole addressed members. Aspects of discussion were: 1. Request for portable toilet -- (April 1 - Oct. 1) at Feit Memorial Park to correlate with University of Nebraska canoeing/kayaking program (April- July) (They very much appreciated it last year.), and for local campers, trailhead participants, fishermen, mushroom hunters, etc. Council member Carmichael suggested determination be made focused on highest usage timeline, with possible time extension, as circumstances indicate. Final decision was made to schedule a portable toilet at Feit Park from April 1 - July 1, 2020, with extension later - depending on use factors. 2. Potentiality of permanent toileting facility: At Feit Park (comments by Meyer, Cole, Pike) - Cole indicated that it is easier to get a grant for permanent improvements. Members discussed future variables, as hook up to sewer (with Pike to make contacts to evaluate the situation), -- or installation of a tank. 3. Playground mulch: Carmichael brought up need for playground mulch at the City Park, with Mayor Meyer, Council members Neumann and Reedy, and Employee Pike in agreement. A previously offered “sale” price of 10 - 75cf Nuplay ETI Nuplay rubber mulch coated earthtone (Sterling West), at $425 per bag ($4,250) has expired, and members agreed for Employee Pike to contact them again about current pricing. 4.Tennis Court recommendations/needs: Clean up, power washing, grant pursued by Cole for replacing lights ($16,000?/ and two-three outlets installed). Troubleshooting of drainage problem. A new net is available for court use. 5. Other. Paint picnic table at Feit Park (Community Service workers may be a possibility for this, and other related issues.) Grant for drinking fountains (2) in park. Community tree survey/future plan.
GENERAL CLEAN-UP, BUT INCLUDING: BUILDING INSPECTION ISSUES, ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME/CITY PARTNERING ON CLEAN-UP/DEMOLITION/INSPECTION PROJECT; DESIGNATION OF SPRING CLEAN-UP DAY?: It was noted that Tim Sedlacek may be interested in doing asbestos checks for the City, and an inquiry will be made. Annual clean up day was scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2020 (with completion aspects continuing on 23rd,24th.)
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES: Council member Reedy has hauled off the old foundation, and will be in contact with B. Hill regarding planned sidewalk.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
Other: Attorney Carothers will be contacted (request by Reedy) in reference to a “tax” property situation, and acquisition/claim by City. (Office Record: Joy Creek)
NEXT AGENDA:
BRIDGE - JOHN HILL
GENERAL CLEAN-UP, INCLUDING: BUILDING INSPECTION ISSUES, ASBESTOS TESTING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
FEIT PARK (SEWER HOOK-UP, RELATED ASPECTS); CITY PARK (MULCH, OTHER)
PLANNING & ZONING
Motion to adjourn: Neumann Time: 7:45 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 17, 2020.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
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