December 20, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska were held 7:00 PM, December 20, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; Council member Reedy OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Milton Pike, Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Don Schuller Notice of the Regular meeting 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. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve as sent minutes for the December 6, 2022 Regular meeting of Mayor and Council. Motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $96.68; Payroll: - $2,646.25; Arbor Ink - $168.66; Beatrice Daily Sun - $69.61; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $148.03; Black Hills Energy - $128.30; Blue Springs Fire Dept. (MFO/MFA funds for supplies/equipment) - $20,000.00; Gage County Clerk (Election Statement) - $348.45; Lauby Plumbing -$26.73; Municipal Supply - $199.85: NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $45.00; NE U.C. Fund - $28.38; Norris Public Power - $1,041.41; Visa - $1,284.16; Cline Willams -(Redevelopment) - $37.50; Windstream - $83.71; Win water - $60.00; Wymore Super Foods - $205.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $26,617.72. 2023 APPOINTMENT OF STREET SUPERINTENDENT, KEITH GILMORE, Lic S-697, Class A, PEL E-5721 (Clarification for NDOT): 2023 approval by: Motion ( Sedlacek), second (Riensche), 3-0 affirmative vote. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: Paperwork continues to be complied in support of the project. PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted) : No new applications. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Initial selections for the next project have been made. CLEAN-UP: Present actions continue. New address for owner of one property and contact info (telephone), will be pursued. ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2022-6: Carothers noted need for language changes, and he will draft changes for review at the next or subsequent Regular meeting. Other: Don Schuller provided information about projects and fund availability through USDA Rural Development - “Rural America’s Partner in Prosperity.” Materials will be copied and made available to members. Connie Mewes asked it there was any possibility Main Street could be straightened out between Jefferson and Washington. Pike and Sedlacek will review the situation. NEXT AGENDA: WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted) DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2022-6/ REVISION There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:40 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 3, 2023. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

December 6, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska were held 7:00 PM, December 6, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Milton Pike, Curt Hagerman, Devin Dorn, Deb Dorn, Connie Mewes, Fred Laber, Tom Creek, Trent Munstermann, Gage County Law Enforcement Officer. Notice of the Regular meeting 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. Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve as sent minutes for the November 15, 2022 Regular meeting of Mayor and Council. Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - 1,745.37; Bank Direct - Security First Bank - $35.00 (Annual Safety Deposit Box 306 Rental) ; Payroll $7,789.13; Abbott Portable Toilets (Feit Park) - $85.00; Beatrice Daily Sun - $52.99; Black Hills Energy - $49.55; Bockman (Demo Project 3) - $2,361.37; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $223.24; One-Call Concepts - $1.98; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike - $Postage Reimb/Water Sample) - $27.25; Postmaster- $208.00; Security First Bank (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Temps Disposal (Mandatory Garbage) - $ 2,570.00: Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Tower) - $817.22; Wymore Public Library - $750.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $16,801.10. . OATHS OF OFFICE: MAYOR MEYER, COUNCIL MEMBERS RIENSCHE & REEDY: Gage County Clerk notice of General Election results made available to all members. City Clerk administered the three oaths of office. APPOINTMENTS: COMMITTEES/PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL, SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT, STREET SUPERINTENDENT - KEITH GILMORE 697-A, LIC. 5721 (RESOLUTION 2022-5) , EMPLOYEE BENEFITS/WAGES, ETC.: CITY STREET SUPERINTENDENT (for Projects) : Motion: Neumann; Second: Riensche to approve Keith Gilmore - S697A -/License #5721 of Gilmore & Associates - Columbus, NE. (Jan 1 - Dec 31) per: (RESOLUTION 2022-5 (read by Clerk) AND approved BY a 4-0 AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, thereby approving/authorizing Mayoral signature for the Year-End Certification of City Street Superintendent. Other: APPOINTMENTS: COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP: Motion (Sedlacek), second (Reedy), 4-0 affirmative vote for the following designations to remain the same.: (Water System - Reedy/Neumann) (Sewer Lagoon - Sedlacek/Riensche) - (Streets and Alleys - Sedlacek/Neumann) - (City Parks and Properties - Reedy/Riensche) (Finance- Sedlacek/Neumann) (Keno - Reedy/Riensche) Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 3 affirmative vote with Sedlacek abstaining. for approval of the following: PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL: Tim Sedlacek Motion (Riensche) , second (Neumann) 4-0 affirmative vote for approval of the following: SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT - Neumann TEMPORARY CLERK (Carothers) CITY ATTORNEY (Carothers) DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY (Willet) CITY AUDITOR: (Brian Blobaum) CITY PHYSICIAN: (No designee) EMPLOYEE CONSIDERATIONS (with benefits as listed) Motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote to keep all employee benefits (excluding payroll) the same, and as listed below. Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote for 8% payroll increase for Milton Pike and Katherine Roche , resulting in the *following amounts: Milton Pike - Rate - *$25.08 hourly wage. Continuance of current policy regarding insurance. Bi-monthly Retirement ($55.00) City Contribution Vacation: 4 wk. paid vacation Comp time or OT Paid Holidays: (10) - New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents, Memorial, Independence, Labor, Columbus, Veterans, Thanksgiving, Christmas Katherine Roche City Clerk - Rate : *$1,054.05 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 Motion (Sedlacek), second (Riensche), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote to increase hourly rate to $16.00 for Milford Woutzke --- Paid Holidays: : (10) New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents, Memorial, Independence, Labor, Columbus, Veterans, Thanksgiving, Christmas Motion (Sedlacek), second (Neumann), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote to change from hourly rate to salary for Linda Hohensee -- and set at $60.00 a month. Other: To be established as needed. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND/NEXT STEP: Motion (Reedy), second (Sedlacek) and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote to initiate the next step by authorizing Mayoral signature on the SRF Pre- application which is being sent to Gilmore and Associates for completion. PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMIT #22-7 (INCLUDING DETERMINATION OF LOT CORNERS): Per Hagerman, 22-7, as well as 22-8 (previously approved) are to be recalculated and updated for future consideration. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Study continues to determine interest and access areas for demolition rubble. CLEAN-UP: No new actions taken on existing locations on the list. ZITO MEDIA CONTRACT RENEWAL /RESOLUTION 2022-6: A copy of the resolution is being forwarded to Attorney Carothers for his assessment, and the topic will be revisited at the next Regular meeting. FIRE DEPT REQUEST FOR MFA/MFO FUNDS FOR EQUIPMENT: Munstermann and Creek provided a copy of minimum “truck needs” ($8,960.21 -- attached to office copy of minutes) and requested consideration of members. Certain variables were discussed, resulting in a motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), and 4-0 affirmative vote for $20,000 to be provided from MFO/MFA funds for the purchase of “ needed supplies/equipment.” NEXT AGENDA: WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted) DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2022-6 There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 8:20 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved December 20, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

November 15, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska were held 7:00 PM, November 15, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy (Arrived after meeting called to order), Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Milton Pike, Attorney Andy Carothers, Curt Hagerman, Rex Adams, Derek Kostal, Terry Cary, Gladys Cary, Devin Dorn, Deb Dorn Notice of the Regular meeting 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. Motion (Sedlacek), second (Riensche), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve as sent minutes for the November 1, 2022 Regular meeting of Mayor and Council. Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - Direct Payment - $110.11, Payroll: 2,480,84; Beatrice Daily Sun - $79.65; Cline- Williams (General Redevelopment - TIF Attorney) - $3,800.00; G. B Auto Service - $1,172.58, Lauby Plumbing, Heating, Air - $15.48;Municipal Supply - $445.44; NE Dept. of Revenue (51C) - $448.44; Norris Public Power - $995.79; One-Call Concepts, Inc. - $2.36; O’Reilly Automotive - $237.86; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Sample) - $27.70; Security First Bank (Pike IRA) - $55.00; Temps Disposal Service -(DEMOLITION0) ) $1,050.00; Visa - $1,124.11; Windstream - $83.71; Wymore, City of (Tower) - $838.31; TOTAL CLAIMS $12,967.38 . WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND/NEXT STEP: Sedlacek to contact McNulty to get the project underway. PLANNING & ZONING: Two applications for building permits for new homes (22-7 & 22-8 - both for Vortex Building (Maddox) were provided for review and consideration. Setbacks were reviewed, with Carothers to contact Hanna Keelan for clarification of one issue. One location (22-8 - new home) was determined to have lot corners located, and one (22-7) not yet accomplished. Motion (Sedlacek), second (Riensche) and 4-0 affirmative vote to approve Building Permit Application 22-8, and the applicant will be advised of approval and fee. Building Permit Application 22-7-- new home, will be considered for approval when determination of lot corners is complete (with meeting of Planning & Zoning Commission - 6:30 p. m., December 6 - for which Carothers will provide posting information) and Mayor and Council will discuss recommendation of P & Z at the December 6, 7:00 PM Regular Council meeting that will follow. DEMOLITION PROJECT: One property owner gave consent for asbestos checking and City demolition. A date is to be determined for inspection for another property. As soon as personal possessions are removed from another house, processes leading up to demolition may begin. Another property owner agreed to allow inspection and City demolition process to begin after removal of materials, and they expressed wishes to sell the property. Demolition (foundation) debris was discussed with determination made that parties who express interest may remove it from property. It was decided that Clausen be contacted to provide dirt where need is determined after demolition. Other properties were identified for potential inclusion in the next demolition project. CLEAN-UP: Continuance until Tuesday after Thanksgiving for court proceedings for one individual. Review of legal serving in regard to another situation will continue. NEXT AGENDA: OATHS OF OFFICE: MAYOR MEYER, COUNCIL MEMBERS RIENSCHE & REEDY APPOINTMENTS: COMMITTEES/PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL, SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT, STREET SUPERINTENDENT - KEITH GILMORE 697-A, LIC. 5721 (RESOLUTION 2022-5) , EMPLOYEE BENEFITS/WAGES, ETC. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND/NEXT STEP PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMIT #22-7 (INCLUDING DETERMINATION OF LOT CORNERS) DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:35 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved December 6, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

November 1, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska were held 7:00 PM, November 1, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy Riensche ABSENT; Council member Sedlacek OTHERS PRESENT: Milton Pike, Andy Carothers, Alan/Donna Sigmon, Devin/Deb Dorn, Rex Adams, Carol Hughes, Don Schuller Notice of the Regular meeting 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. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve as sent minutes for the October 18 Public Hearing(s) - (Community Development Agency and Mayor and Council) and the October 18th Regular meeting of Mayor and Council. Motion (Riensche), second (Verona), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,750.55; Payroll - $3,752,53; Beatrice Daily Sun - $267.58; Constellation Energy - $7.46; Cline-Williams (Redevelopment) - $487.50; Gilmore & Associates (Water Project - Preliminary Engineering) - $6,536.06; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $223.24; One-Call Concepts - $1.98; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Postmaster - $208.00; Security First Bank (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Temps Disposal (Mandatory $2,431.00) & ( Demo Roll off - 475.00 ) = $2,906.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,150.00; Win water - $832.45; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Oil Company - $232.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $18,440.35. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: Discussion and suggestion by Employee Pike was followed by a motion (Riensche), second (Reedy) and a 3-0 affirmative vote to approve the following streets for inclusion in the current water project: Project 1 A- Jefferson Street from Broad Street to Cherry Street, and Irving Street from Jefferson Street to ¼ block east of Grant Street ($203,000); Project 1 B - Irving Street from ¼ block east of Grant Street to A Street ($90,000); Project 2 - 2nd Street from A Street to Wilson Street ($45,000); Project 3 - Jefferson Street from Broad Street to 1st Street ($55,000) and Project 8 - Jefferson Street from 1st Street to 2nd Street ($55,000) . Gilmore & Associates will be notified of the decision. PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications for building permits were submitted, but it was noted that Cody Maddox has picked one up for what is believed to be planned construction of rental housing. Mr. & Mrs. Sigmon expressed interest in purchasing property adjacent to their home (recent demolition site), and will be provided by Carothers with contact information of individual believed to have “sales” authority. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Two City-assisted OPAT demolitions essentially completed, and one underway. One City-designated demolition fundamentally completed. A check for $500 was received as a donation to the demolition project from OPAT, and gratitude was expressed by all. Adams recognized City employees Pike and Woutzke for great work on the demolition project sites. It was noted that the City has one house, a large endeavor in line for the next year’s demolition project. Carothers reported the status of his action on demolition concerns. CLEAN-UP: Carothers reported on current actions: One - court on 15th; one to be served and one delayed until Tim Sedlacek is present due to his contact with an individual with clean-up infractions. CITY SLOGAN: Riensche shared one slogan/logo input (from employee of Fairbury newspaper), and it met with positive comments from members. OTHER: General address: Adams raised question about fiber-optic and spoke of a missed broadband opportunity. Schuller shared his experience at board meetings, whereat higher priority was given to northern part of State, but he did urge community interest, contacting influential decision makers, and participation in regard to potential upcoming funding opportunities. Pike indicated that tires, many on rims, were found at demolition sites, as well as from earlier sources, and attention will be given to upcoming participation in tire amnesty programs. NEXT AGENDA: WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND/NEXT STEP PLANNING & ZONING DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:55 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved November 15, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

October 18, 2022 The Public Hearing(s) for the Revised Community Redevelopment/Tif/Blight Study and the Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska were held starting at 6:30 PM, October 18, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Milton Pike, Attorneys Andrew Willis and Andy Carothers, Curt Hagerman, Rex Adams, Jordie Cary, Warren Barton, Bev Atwater, Tammy Lantz,Roberta Hopkins, Carol Hughes, Connie Mewes, Bob Allen, Derek Kostal Notice of the Public Hearing (was posted in three places as well as published in the Beatrice Daily Sun -and mailed to various political subdivisions as required by statute) and /Regular meeting 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. Following the 6:30 PM Planning & Zoning Public Hearing for the REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/BLIGHT STUDY, wherein an overview was provided by Attorney Andrew Willis (Cline-Williams)d Attorney Andy Carothers, and a Question and Answer Session clarified related issues, resulting in the review of Resolution #2022-PC1 (Blight and Substandard Declaration) that was ultimately approved (Motion: Kostal, Second: Reedy, vote 5-0 affirmative) and Resolution 2022-PC2 (General Redevelopment Plan) was approved (Motion: Kostal, Second: Reedy, vote 5-0 affirmative, determination was made that criterion was met to recommend adoption of the plan by Mayor and Council. The Community Development Agency meeting for the- REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHTSTUDY was opened : (Motion : Reedy, second: Neumann, vote 4-0 affirmative )- at 7.16PM. A Question and Answer session was held for review and recommendation of the General Redevelopment Plan, and Resolution (#2022-CDA1 (General Redevelopment Plan) with (Motion: Reedy, Second: Riensche, 4-0 affirmative vote to approve and followed by a motion to close the Public Hearing and open the Public Hearing of Mayor and Council: (Motion: Riensche, Second: Neumann, 4-0 affirmative vote). Recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Community Development Agency were considered. Discussion ensued and remaining questions were answered. Resolution #2022-03 (Blight and Substandard Declaration)and Resolution #2022-04 (General Redevelopment Plan) were reviewed favorably. A motion (Riensche), second (Neumann) and 4-0 affirmative vote closed the Public Hearing and moved proceedings to Regular Session. REVISED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY: A motion (Reedy), second (Neumann) and a 4-0 affirmative vote approved Resolution 2022-03. A question arose (Adams) regarding potential inclusion of an area at the river dam, and information was provided, but resulted in no immediate recommendations of change. A motion (Neumann), second (Riensche) and 4-0 affirmative vote approved Resolution 2022-04. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy ), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the October 4, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy ), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Bank Payment - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $88.75; Payroll - $2,480.84; Abbott Portable Toilets - $375.00; Beatrice Daily Sun - $40.50; Black Hills Energy - $42.01; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $995.01; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Sample) - $27.70; Roehr’s Machinery - $136.95; Security First Bank (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; Visa - $1,049.25; Willet & Carothers - $1,398.89; Windstream - $83.70; TOTAL CLAIMS: $6,788.60. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: Council member Reedy suggested that two members (himself and Sedlacek) get together with Employee Pike prior to the next Regular meeting to get his recommendations of most immediate projects of those listed in the Gilmore plans. No objections were raised. PLANNING & ZONING (MEMBER RESIGNATIONS/NEW MEMBERS (discussion as may apply): No new applications. Resignation of Bob Allen and Becky Reedy - effective current date, was acknowledged, and appreciation was expressed for their service on the P & Z Commission. Remaining also appreciated members are Fred Laber and Connie Mewes, and new members are Derek Kostal, Deb Dorn, and Curt Hagerman. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Demolition continues on one property. Demolition to begin (potentially) in the next week with Bockman representative to be on site ( two people for two days at City cost) to oversee the separation of asbestos from other debris (siding mostly, some flooring) and disposal methods. The level of asbestos at the site required NESHAP designation/procedures. Temps will dispose of some debris there in Beatrice (Morning). Additionally, OPAT bargaining has lowered the disposal of some debris from $47 a ton to $30 a ton. Andy will continue contact with Hubka in regard to another property regarding necessary testing that remains. Another property will be on the next round of demolition, (a large undertaking - possibly to use C & D rather than regular landfill) but the timeline is dependent on the removal of contents by the property owner prior to action beyond basic testing. Carothers has sent a “request for inspection” letter to a property owner with Mayor Meyer questioning the timeline for that action based on a decision at the previous Regular meeting (he was absent) as being out of correlation with the standard timeline of nuisance notifications. CLEAN-UP: Actions: 1. Complaint filed 2. Filing in District Court. Mewes told of people living in campers. She also addressed the topic of mobile homes, and discussion disclosed that no single trailers are allowed, doubles must be HUD approved, but newer models of mobile and modular homes are allowed as long as specifications are met. Sedlacek asked that he be allowed to talk to one property owner before further action is taken on his clean-up issues, and members were in agreement. CITY SLOGAN: The request for input will be on the next Library newsletter thanks to Austin Jackson, Wymore Librarian, and Riensche indicated that the public is invited to contact her or they may contact the City Office with input, WATER BILL - ROBERTA HOPKINS: Overall, the last water bills (Sept) were higher than usual for the reading period (some considerably) and Employee Pike has been doing some check-readings, and will, respond to requests from Roberta Hopkins, Carol Hughes, and Derek Kostal for re-readings. NEXT AGENDA: WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND PLANNING & ZONING DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP CITY SLOGAN There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 8:35 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearings and the Regular meeting were read and approved November 1, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Public Hearings/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Public Hearings/Regular Session)

October 4, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held at 7:00 PM, October 4, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Council members Neumann, Reedy Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; Mayor Meyer OTHERS PRESENT: Milton Pike, Attorney Andy Carothers, Rex Adams, Curt Hagerman, Devon/Deb Dorn Notice of the Regular 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. Council President Reedy called the Regular meeting/hearing to order at 7:00 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the September 20, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Bank Payment - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $2,275.80; Payroll -- 3,783.78; Beatrice Daily Sun - $179.44; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $27.20; Constellation Energy - $7.38; Ideus Tree Service - $700.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $383.24; NE UC Fund -$13.02; One-Call concepts, Inc. - $12.72; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (Pike/IRA) - $110.00; Temps Disposal (Mandatory) - $2,466.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.)- $5.00; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $1,195.05; Wymore Super Foods - $13.12; TOTAL CLAIMS: $11,196.75. REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY: Per arrangements by Carothers, Public Hearings of P & Z (6:30 PM) and Council (7:00 PM) scheduled for October 18th, 2022 at Blue Springs City Hall. Sept 30th was publication of first notice of hearings. Second notice of hearings to be published Oct 7th. Carothers prepared notices to all involved authorities (ESU, SECC, etc.) to assure full compliance with requirements. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: Members will be provided copies of the plan for review and commentary at the next Regular meeting. PLANNING & ZONING / NEW MEMBER ON P & Z COMMISSION: Notice of resignation was given by two members of the Planning & Zoning Commission (Bob Allen & Becky Reedy), both which will be effective following the October 18th Public Hearing of the Commission. Contingent on resignations, the following individuals were nominated for the P & Z Commission: Derek Kostal by motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), and a 4-0 affirmative vote; Deb Dorn by motion (Reedy), second (Neumann) and a 4-0 affirmative vote; and Curt Hagerman by motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), and 4-0 affirmative vote. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Per Adams, “Asbestos out” of one structure. Squares of asbestos and in basement to be removed at one location. And OPAT will give fuel donation to the City at the close of the demolition project. Regarding another location, per Carothers - NESHAP filed because of asbestos (Friday - with 10-day waiting period)- “soonest the 10th,’ Bockman to assist Employee Pike to separate asbestos. Shelby Temps will take qualifying waste if to Beatrice, not if to Milford. OPAT will pay for roll off at the time of associated. Another property was brought up and described as needing attention for review of “unsafe building” and building inspection request (Carothers). Per Adams, OPAT will pay for the inspection. CLEAN-UP: One property is to be filed in District Court. Another property to be filed in County Court. OTHER: $20,000 City Park Grant has been awarded (Dean Cole applied on behalf of City). Another grant has been prepared for Feit Park (benches, etc) (Dean Cole applied). Employee Pike has scraped saplings from Feit Park, and it has received positive comments. It was noted that the University Outdoor Adventure Classes “enjoy coming down here.” Pike will utilize some of the limestone from demolitions in a park landscaping project. NEXT AGENDA: 7:00 PM PUBLIC HEARING - REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY (following 6:30 PUBLIC HEARING OF PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION And to be followed by Regular Session: REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY (as applies) WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND PLANNING & ZONING (MEMBER RESIGNATIONS/NEW MEMBERS (as may apply) DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP CITY SLOGAN There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:25 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved October 18, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

September 20, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held at 7:00 PM, September 20, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Milton Pike, Derek Kostal Notice of the Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting/hearing to order at 7:00 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the 2022-2023 Budget Hearing as well as the Regular meeting, both held on September 6, 2022. Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann ), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment: NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $100.10; Payroll - $2,445.65; Beatrice Daily Sun - $62.78; Circle D Mfg - 400.00; Black Hills Energy - $40.89; Constellation Energy - $5.27; Lauby Plumbing - $38.20; NE U.C. Fund - $19.46; Norris Public Power - $1,020.30; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb - Water Sample) - $27.40; Postmaster - $208.00; Visa - $796.36; Windstream - $84.19; TOTAL CLAIMS: $5,248.60. REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY: Pending scheduling of P & Z Commission Public Hearing and Public Hearing of Mayor and Council. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: Per suggestion of Reedy, discussion of potential backup for leak situations, as: People Services (Riensche to send contact information), Kuhl Trenching, Environmental Services (Kostal to make contact). PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications. At the next Regular meeting -- Derek Kostal to be under consideration for membership on the P & Z Commission. PARK SIGNAGE (FEIT/CITY) DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION - REFERENCE: TOURISM GRANT/ DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS: Riensche to contact Austin (Library) regarding “city slogan.” Reedy to make arrangements for Feit Park signage. WATCHABLE WILDLIFE GRANT (FEIT PARK) - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE- NE GAME AND PARK (BENCHES/SAFETY RAIL): No new information. TREE PLAN - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE: NE GAME AND PARK, STATEWIDE ARBORIUM: No new information. CLEAN WATER ACT - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION: REFERENCE - PRAIRIE GRASS, WILD FLOWERS: No new information. DEMOLITION PROJECT : One house demolished. Some cleanup remains. Pike to contact Rex Adams to determine completed paperwork (asbestos) and next location. CLEAN-UP: Certified letters (with 10/4 deadlines) determined for four property owners. NEXT AGENDA: REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND PLANNING & ZONING / NEW MEMBER ON P & Z COMMISSION DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:20 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved October 4, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Reguular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session) 

BUDGET HEARING MINUTES September 6, 2022 The Budget Hearing of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held the 6th day of September, 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. Notice of the budget hearing was published in the Beatrice Daily Sun newspaper on the 1st day of September, 2022. Board Members Present: Mayor: Lonnie Meyer, and Council : Neumann, Reedy, Riensche, Sedlacek Board Members Absent: Others Present: Attorney Carothers, Milton Pike, Rex Adams, Gage County Law Enforcement Officer Sharp, Jennifer Busboom The budget hearing was opened (Motion (Reedy), Second (Neumann), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote) at 7:00 PM. Three copies of the proposed budget statement were available to the public. Jennifer Busboom made a presentation outlining the key provisions of the proposed budget statement as directed in the prepared budget notes (attached), including, but not limited to, a comparison with the prior year’s budget. The floor was then opened for public comment on the proposed budget statement. All members of the public wishing to address the governing body were provided a reasonable amount of time to do so. There being no further business, a motion was made by Reedy, seconded by Neumann , and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote to adjourn the budget hearing at 7:20 PM. The Special Hearing of Blue Springs, Nebraska was opened: Motion (Reedy), Second (Riensche), followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote - at 7:21 PM on the 6th day of September , 2022, at the Blue Springs City Hall. Notice of the Special Hearing was published in the Beatrice Daily Sun newspaper on the 1st day of September, 2022. Jennifer Busboom presented the information related to the setting of the final tax levy as published. The related resolution # 2022-1 was prepared. The floor was opened for public comment on the tax levy. Public comment ensued. All members of the public wishing to address the governing body were provided a reasonable amount of time to do so. The Special hearing was closed at 7:28 PM by motion (Reedy), second (Riensche), and a 4-0 affirmative vote. The minutes of the Budget Hearing were read and approved September 20, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Budget Hearing) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Budget Hearing) September 6, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held immediately upon adjournment of the preceding Budget Hearing, which began at 7:00 PM on the 6th day of September 2022, and continued until all attendee testimony had concluded. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Attorney Carothers, Rex Adams, Gage County Law Enforcement Officer Sharp, Jennifer Busboom. Notice of the Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting/hearing to order at 7:30 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the August 16, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - : Internal Revenue Service - (941) - $1,722.76; Payroll - $5,218.26; Beatrice Daily Sun - $55.01: Blobaum & Busboom - (Preliminary Budget) - $1380.00; Blue Springs Fire Dept. - Car Show Sponsorship - NEAPCO Transfer of funds) - $291.60; Circle D Mfg - $125.00; League of NE Municipalities (Membership) - $305.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $224.48; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; One-Call Concepts - $8.26; O’Reilly Automotive - $90.38; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (IRA - Pike) - $55.00; Temps Disposal Service (Mandatory) - $2,497.00; Win water - $50.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Tower) - $879.49; Wymore Oil Company - $35.95; TOTAL CLAIMS: $12,983.19. 1% Increase in Restricted Funds Authority: Motion (Reedy), second (Riensche), and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote to approve increase the total restricted funds authority by an additional 1%. Request for Audit Waiver (if applicable) - Not applicable. Budget Approval: Motion (Riensche), second (Reedy), and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote to approve the budget. Resolution Setting the Property Tax Request: Resolution # 2022-1 setting the property request was read. (Carothers) . Motion (Reedy), second (Riensche) and followed by approval in a 4-0 affirmative vote to adopt the resolution as presented. REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY: Public Hearing of P & Z Commission and Regular meeting address of this topic was cancelled due to unavailability of TIF Lawyer (and other factors) and will be rescheduled. WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: No new information. PLANNING & ZONING: Application for a building permit #22-6 for a new house (Verlyn & Karen Dodge) was approved (but based on completion of remaining requirement of submission of Surveyor‘s report locating lot corners) in a motion by Reedy, second by Neumann and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote. . Applicant will be notified of approval and remaining requirements. HOUSING COMMITTEE FOR HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM/ NOMINATION-APPROVAL OF MEMBERS: The name of the following nominees were presented: Riensche, Reedy, Adams. A motion (Sedlacek), second (Neumann), and 4-0 affirmative vote approved selections and contact information will be provided to SENDD. AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST (BUILDER/DOWN PAYMENT (SENDD PARTICIPATION): Jim from SENDD sent email to indicate that considerations for this program is scheduled for Spring 2023, and he will plan to attend a meeting to address members about it at a later date. PARK SIGNAGE (FEIT/CITY) DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION - REFERENCE: TOURISM GRANT/DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS: Members are to make contact (Riensche - Library newsletter) to solicit interest in coming up with a design for a Blue Springs symbol. The school was also noted as a viable avenue. Dean Cole is actively pursuing grant application. WATCHABLE WILDLIFE GRANT (FEIT PARK) - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE- NE GAME AND PARK (BENCHES/SAFETY RAIL): Dean Cole is actively pursuing a grant application. TREE PLAN - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE: NE GAME AND PARK, STATEWIDE ARBORIUM; Dean Cole is actively pursuing a grant application. CLEAN WATER ACT - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION: REFERENCE - PRAIRIE GRASS, WILD FLOWERS: Flowers, grasses to be planted adjacent but not including the area used for sledding. Dean Cole has received results from a grant application. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Schlake equipment contract to be prepared by Carothers, and will be operated by Pike for approved OPAT houses and City selections, with Bockman to be on site to oversee asbestos removal in a cooperative effort to assure maximum efficiency and avoid the instance of liability issues. CLEAN-UP: Pictures were requested (for Carothers) of several infractions on the list. Tim Hanson unable to continue as Ordinance Officer due to being “down to three” officers, and the City will be going back to the old method of addressing clean-up issues: courtesy letter, certified letter, court appearance.” Carothers is to send another letter to one individual. Two other individuals are expected to be show progress in the near future. KENO - HIGHWAY SIGNAGE: Review revealed that public funds could not be used for this purpose. OPEN BURNING (ANY FOLLOW-UP): No more burning noted. NEXT AGENDA: REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND PLANNING & ZONING PARK SIGNAGE (FEIT/CITY) DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION - REFERENCE: TOURISM GRANT/DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS WATCHABLE WILDLIFE GRANT (FEIT PARK) - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE- NE GAME AND PARK (BENCHES/SAFETY RAIL) TREE PLAN - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE: NE GAME AND PARK, STATEWIDE ARBORIUM CLEAN WATER ACT - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION: REFERENCE - PRAIRIE GRASS, WILD FLOWERS DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 8:20 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting were read and approved Sept. 20, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

August 16, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 16th day of August 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy (arrived after approval of minutes), Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Attorney Carothers, Rex Adams, Dean Cole, Tim Brown, Hope Brown, Steve Borgman Notice of the Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the August 2, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - NE Dept. of Revenue - (10) - $91.67; Payroll - $2,413.48; Beatrice Daily Sun - $78.98; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $100.44; Black Hills Energy - $40.35; Gage Co. Treasurer (Keno Liquor License/for school district) - $300.00; Hamm Glass - $32.50; Lauby Plumbing, Heating, Air - $39.99; Norris Public Power - $1,017.48; Postmaster - $208.00; Security First Bank - (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Visa - $1,320.14; Windstream - $85.73; T0TAL CLAIMS: $5,783.76 . PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications. REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY: Map with corrected City limits provided to Tim Keelan by Carothers. No other changes noted at this time. Public Hearing of Planning & Zoning Commission tentatively scheduled (providing meeting quorum possible and Carothers to be notified --for-----6:30 PM, City Hall, September 6, 2022. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Schlake equipment available in 2 weeks (Pike -- Operator) for planned demo activity. Schlake would like to have his equipment use broken into two increments. CLEAN-UP: Problem locations were discussed. Carothers to make contact with one property owner One property was identified as a work in progress is to be addressed in District Court. Other properties were identified. Tim Hanson - Ordinance Enforcement Officer for the City will be contacted to determine if his workload has become prohibitive to continuance as the Ordinance Officer, and other options (candidates) may be discussed. Carothers will “reach out” to Hanson for clarification of availability and intent. RESOLUTION 2022-2 - MUNICIPAL ANNUAL CERTIFICATION OF PROGRAM COMPLIANCE 2022: Motion (Neumann,) second (Riensche), followed by reading (by Carothers) and a 4-0 affirmative vote to approve/accept Resolution 2022-2 and authorize signature on Municipal Annual Certification of Program Compliance to Nebraska Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards 2022. HOUSING COMMITTEE FOR HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM: Determination was made that names of candidates/nominees for the Housing Committee be brought forward at the next Regular meeting. OPEN BURNING (TIM BROWN): Brown addressed members about several events of open burning with black smoke in his neighborhood, and indicated that the Fire Department (A.J. McCrimmon - Fire Chief) was called, and personal requests for stoppage made, but with short-term, minimal corrective response. Review will continue. KENO OPERATOR AGREEMENT and KENO SIGNS (STEVE BORGMAN): Borgman and Mayor Meyer signed a new agreement (with the only change from the original signing being the term date). Borgman requested consideration for sign(s) (Keno Lounge and Grill) to be strategically placed near the highway to encourage participation. Potential assist contacts were identified (Adams) - Tourism. Adams agreed to call. Cole suggested Department of Transportation (Keith Collhill? sp) for determination of type/dimensions/required stipulations for signage. NEXT AGENDA: (Tentative): 6:30 PM - PLANNING & ZONING PUBLIC HEARING (REVISED BLIGHT/REDEVELOPMENT STUDY) followed by: 7:00 P.M. -- 2022-2023 BUDGET HEARING followed by Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND PLANNING & ZONING HOUSING COMMITTEE FOR HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM/ NOMINATION-APPROVAL OF MEMBERS AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST (BUILDER/DOWN PAYMENT (SENDD PARTICIPATION) PARK SIGNAGE (FEIT/CITY) DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION - REFERENCE: TOURISM GRANT/DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS WATCHABLE WILDLIFE GRANT (FEIT PARK) - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE- NE GAME AND PARK (BENCHES/SAFETY RAIL) TREE PLAN - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION, REFERENCE: NE GAME AND PARK, STATEWIDE ARBORIUM CLEAN WATER ACT - DEAN COLE PARTICIPATION: REFERENCE - PRAIRIE GRASS, WILD FLOWERS DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP KENO - HIGHWAY SIGNAGE OPEN BURNING (ANY FOLLOW-UP) There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:45 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting were read and approved Sept. 6, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

August 2, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 2nd day of August 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; Council member Reedy OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Attorney Carothers, Rex Adams Notice of the Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann ), and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the July 19, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - Internal Revenue (941) - $1,750.12; Payroll: $3,752.53; Abbott Portable Toilets - $125.00; Beatrice Daily Sun - $72.56; Blue River Area Agency on Aging (Annual Pmt) - $625.00; Blue Springs Fire Dept. (Donation - Car Show) - $950.00; Constellation Energy - $5.17; Hanna-Keelan (Revised Substandard Determination Study) - $1,500.00; Lauby Plumbing (Heat Pump Service) - $260.00; NE Dept of Revenue (501N) - $223.24; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb./Water Sample) - $26.95; Milton Pike (Drop Box Reimb. - Feit Park) - $50.00; Security First Bank (IRA - Pike) - $55.00; SENDD (Membership/Housing) - $325.00; Temps Disposal Service (Mandatory Trash - Aug 1 bill) - $2,509.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,180.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Tower) - $827.66; Wymore Oil Co. - $163.75; TOTAL CLAIMS: $14,430.98. . PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications for building permits. REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY: Email of revised plan to be provided to all members for review and discussion at subsequent meeting. Carothers will make contact (Tim/Carl) to request map corrections. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT: City grant application to be submitted 8/3 (Request for $35,000, City commitment $15,000 --- for four houses) Adams estimated Schlake demo equipment available in September, with return sometime yet in fall. CLEAN-UP: Two properties were added to the list for weeds, with potentiality of City clearance measures, and another property added that has ownership issues to be resolved hopefully in the near future. Properties previously on the list will be re-addressed, one with designated District Court action, and the other to receive personal contact to clarify the timeline of two weeks prior to court action, but also having an assistance element. Adams shared information about a memorial (Dennis Milburn), a previous resident and strong supporter of the community. US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Project completed. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND/WATER STUDY: Gilmore working on the PER to get the project moving. Topic will be returned to the agenda as soon as developing circumstances indicate. LOCATION OF CITY BURN PILE: Notification of the approved site to be shared with citizens. REVIEW OF SYRACUSE ORDINANCE: Considered a valuable tool, but not entirely relevant to current circumstances. To be filed for future consideration. POTENTIAL LAND TRACT EXCHANGE BETWEEN CITY AND CARMICHAEL: “ Land swap” does not meet State requirements as applied to Municipalities, and members agreed that benefit of acquiring the identified property would be minimal. The other parcel will be addressed as per requirements for City “surplus,“ Carothers will confer with Willet. TRACTOR SHOW DONATION (NEUMANN): Neumann reported that she had materials still available, and the Farmers Cooperative was bearing the cost of plaques, and therefore, “no request was made for funds.” DISCUSSION REGARDING SETTING THE LEVY FOR THE 2022-2023 BUDGET: Discussion favored leaving the levy “as is,” and was supported by motion (Sedlacek), second (Neumann ), and 4-0 affirmative vote. NEXT AGENDA: PLANNING & ZONING REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP RESOLUTION 2022-2 - MUNICIPAL ANNUAL CERTIFICATION OF PROGRAM COMPLIANCE 2022 There being no further business, a motion was made by Riensche at 7:40 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting were read and approved August 16, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

July 19, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 19th day of July 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Attorney Carothers, Tom Creek Notice of the Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the July 5, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $105.83; Payroll: $2,442.12; Abbott Portable Toilets - $50.00; Beatrice Daily Sun - $63.79; Black Hills Energy - $40.35; Lauby Plumbing/Heating/Air - $77.88; Mosaic - (Cabin Signs/Grant) - $56.25; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,263.56; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb - Water Sample) - $27.40; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Visa - $469.56; Windstream - $84.12; TOTAL CLAIMS: $4,750.86. PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications for building permits. REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY: Revised study anticipated to be completed for August 2nd Regular meeting. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT: Motion (Reedy) second (Neumann) and 4-0 affirmative vote to set the request for the grant application (City application for grant to be for $35,000, with City contribution $15,000 (from Keno funds) for several structures. CLEAN-UP: One property owner has not satisfactorily complied with requests made in courtesy and certified letters. Mayor Meyer agreed to contact the property owner to discuss the clean up project. Another property owner will be requested to contact the city about clean-up plans. US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Carothers is finalizing the map to be potentially available for approval at the next Regular meeting. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND: Steve McNulty was available by telephone. He provided basic funding opportunities of the 5-year State Revolving Fund - DEE - for drinking water/clean water. Blue Springs is eligible for participation in the 5-year program, and is “not behind, nor should feel rushed because there is still time.” Repayment timeline -- 40 years. Assistance carries a 55% forgiveness, presently 1% interest - not to rise above 2%/. A water study would need to be conducted (SRF - circuit rider Midwest Assistance or Rural Water could do the study, probably no more than a 4 pg document) for program determinations. Other factors: Participation could be below $100,000 (as per 20 communities), below $50,000 (as per 1 community), or other, but it should be noted that the red tape is the same, and contractor participation is enhanced and could result in lower cost for larger projects. Priority improvements should be selected, design and engineer contracts completed. Since water meters lose optimum performance within 15-20 years, replacement of meters should be a consideration - with recommendation that every community change out 1/20 of their meters annually. Replacing deteriorating/aging (as: cast iron - timeline: WWII) pipe, and master meters and manholes are eligible for inclusion in the program. Drinking water projects and clean water projects are to be addressed separately. Discussion was followed by a motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), and 4-0 affirmative vote to make arrangement for a water study. (Perhaps 2-3 years later approval will be sought for a Sewer Study.) LOCATION OF CITY BURN PILE, REVIEW OF POTENTIAL SITES: Results of Sedlacek’s contact with DEE - City burn pile could be put back north of where it was previously, but posted “No Commercial,” and must have separate access and be maintained/monitored by City Employee. Pike indicated the location could be problematic, and for the present time it might be better to leave it where it currently is. Review will continue. REVIEW OF SYRACUSE ORDINANCE: Further review necessary before a decision can be reached. SUPPLIES FOR WATER LINES, AND PLAN PARTICULARS: Pike indicated that contact has been made with Steve Kelly, who indicated he could “come down to do pressure testing.” Pike anticipated material cost to be in the area of $30,000, and advised that one location needs to be dug up and verified. Discussion resulted in consideration for inclusion of this project within larger project further delineated in the INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS… topic (See above). SIGNAGE FOR FEIT MEMORIAL PARK: Motion (Sedlacek), second (Reedy), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve arrangements for the sign: (Cost of sign 24”X 18” with particulars for camping) - $25.00 and also to authorize the choice and purchase of Drop Box (selection between several options, all less than $100.00) by Employee Pike. SENDD PROGRAMS (WAIVE DOWN PAYMENT/WORKFORCE HOUSE): No new information. STREET CLOSING FOR CAR SHOW, AND OTHER CONCERNS - BLUE SPRINGS FIRE DEPARTMENT: Request from Tom Creek for Broad Street to be closed August 13 from approx. 8AM - 5 PM for Car Show, and request for $950 donation ($500 - mechanical bull/ $450 inflatable). Motion (Riensche), second (Sedlacek), and 4-0 affirmative vote to close the street and to donate $950 for the Car Show. Creek told about pumper/tanker purchase for rural fire fighting and back-up, and need/planned purchase of new gear, but due to current unavailability of actual needs assessment and actual pricing, made no request for funding (MFO) at this time. NEXT AGENDA: PLANNING & ZONING REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND/WATER STUDY LOCATION OF CITY BURN PILE REVIEW OF SYRACUSE ORDINANCE POTENTIAL LAND TRACT EXCHANGE BETWEEN CITY AND CARMICHAEL TRACTOR SHOW DONATION (NEUMANN) DISCUSSION REGARDING SETTING THE LEVY FOR THE 2022-2023 BUDGET There being no further business, a motion was made by Riensche at 8:25 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting were read and approved August 2, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

July 5, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 5th day of July 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Attorney Carothers, Rex Adams Notice of the Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the June 21, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - Internal Revenue (941) - $2,632.81; Payroll - $3,819.89; Beatrice Daily Sun - $52.65; Constellation Energy - $`11.59; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $339.87; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank - (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Temps Disposal (Mandatory Trash) - $2,490.33; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $1023,12; Wymore Oil Company - $110.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $10,565.26 . PLANNING & ZONING /ORDINANCE 472: Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), vote 4-0 affirmative to suspend the rule of three readings for Ordinance # 472. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), reading of Ordinance #472 (Carothers) per: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND PROVISIONS REGARDING APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS; TO REQUIRE THE APPLICANT TO HIRE A LICENSED SURVEYOR TO LOCATE AND ESTABLISH LOT CORNERS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION ON ALL LOTS IN DISTRICTS ZONED EITHER RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL PRIOR TO THE APPROVAL OF BUILDING PERMIT OR COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION; TO ESTABLISH A MANDATORY FINE OF FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS FOR A VIOLATION OF SUBSECTION 2; TO REPEAL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR SECTIONS; TO PROVIDE FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE…., followed by 4-0 affirmative vote to approve. No new applications for building permits were submitted for consideration. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION: Carothers advised that contact with Keelan has been established to reword the Redevelopment Plan to clarify that the area outside City limits (of original redevelopment interest) will be included, but would need to be annexed in the future in response to redevelopment interest. The revised plan is anticipated to be available for review by the first Regular meeting in August. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT: Cost estimate of 8-10 T has been given for one property, but which may be revised to include backfilling cost. Carothers plans to “up” the amount of the Thomas Foundation Grant, and have the application available for signature at the next Regular Meeting. CLEAN-UP: Sedlacek has agreed to talk to the recipient of a certified clean-up letter to determine schedule for progress, and to determine if property owner is open to receiving help with the project. US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Carothers noted areas that were incorrect on Assessor map - as, east side of Tree Farm, triangle north of Cottonwood Beach, part of well area (Wymore), area by Arbor State Park (where old house was - not in City limits, and indicated his intent to make corrections and submit map for approval of Council and Mayoral signature at the next Regular meeting. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND: Contact with McNulty was not achieved. Tabled until the next Regular meeting. LOCATION OF CITY BURN PILE(RELEVANT TO DISASTER NEEDS): Discussion included assessment of functionality of present approved City Burn Pile (east of lagoon), limitations of the area, the need for supervision of any approved site, recommendation (Carothers) for a trail cam to observe and record dumping. Sedlacek volunteered to contact DEQ to inquire as to the feasibility of locating the City Burn Pile aside from the general area of the previously approved site (with different entrance). REVIEW OF SYRACUSE ORDINANCE: Reedy suggested further review and address at the next Regular meeting. Tabled. SUPPLIES FOR WATER LINES (REEDY): Reedy asked if Pike and Woutzke could lay the needed water lines. Pike indicated adding temporary workers (couple) would be necessary. Discussion resulted in requests for Pike to: (1. Make a call to Steve Kelly for information. 2. Inventory supplies on hand, and do cost analysis (with suppliers) regarding necessary materials, and 3. Check with the State to determine rules that must be followed by City workers to undertake and complete such a project.) SIGNS FOR FEIT MEMORIAL PARK: Pike was asked to contact Circle D to determine pricing for a “drop box,” and Reedy will make contacts for camping rules signage. SENDD PROGRAMS (WAIVE DOWN PAYMENT/WORKFORCE HOUSE): No information yet received from SENDD. POTENTIAL LAND TRACT PARCEL EXCHANGE BETWEEN CITY AND CARMICHAEL: Carothers will discuss the topic with Willet to clarify project particulars. NEXT AGENDA: PLANNING & ZONING REVISED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TIF/ BLIGHT STUDY DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND LOCATION OF CITY BURN PILE, REVIEW OF POTENTIAL SITES REVIEW OF SYRACUSE ORDINANCE SUPPLIES FOR WATER LINES, AND PLAN PARTICULARS SIGNS FOR FEIT MEMORIAL PARK SENDD PROGRAMS (WAIVE DOWN PAYMENT/WORKFORCE HOUSE) There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:45 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting were read and approved July 19, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

June 21, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 21sth day of June, 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Sedlacek ABSENT; Council member Riensche OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Attorney Carothers, Rex Adams Notice of the Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy) , and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the June 7, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - NE Dept. of Rev. (10) - $87.00; Payroll - $2,413.48; Beatrice Daily Sun - $55.69; Black Hills Energy - $101.88; Gage County Clerk (Election Statement) - $100.00; Lauby Plumbing - $43.42; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,131.93; Postmaster - $196.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $102.80; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Visa - $635.05; Windstream - $82.60; TOTAL CLAIMS: $5,019.85. PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications. After discussion, Carothers was requested to re-word the draft of Ordinance # 472 to tighten the specifics (erection of new homes and accessory buildings to require the identification/ location of lot corners prior to the approval of a building permit). Reedy intends to discuss conditions of interest with Witulski. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION: After summary by Carothers (following conversation with Tim Keelan), motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), and 3-0 affirmative vote to approve/accept $1,500 charge for update of the Redevelopment Plan/Blight Study to include the area that was initially in the plans for annexation even though it will not be annexed at this time (due to pending issues with the State, etc.), but will be kept in the plan for the purpose of annexing it at a future time should clarification be achieved and interest in development in the area arise. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT: The City members expressed intent to include several properties in their bid for $35-50 T of Thomas Foundation funds. OPAT intends to include several other properties in their grant application. Variables are created by final determination as to whether the top of one structure “can be scraped off and the floor and below treated as asbestos or if the whole structure with be determined to be handled as asbestos,” as well as if the structure is determined to need other than the Schlake trac machine (hopefully to be available for October demolition), rather an official contractor for removal. Carothers will be requesting a meeting with Attorney Hubka regarding possibilities under review for another sub-standard property. CLEAN-UP: Two of three property owners that received courtesy clean-up letters have satisfactorily complied, and the third will be sent a certified letter. A courtesy letter was designated for another property owner. US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ANDY CAROTHERS: Map approval: Carothers identified three areas (Near: Arbor State Park, Cottonwood Lake & Trump Tree Farm) whereat discrepancies exist between determinations made by the Census Bureau and the Assessor, and noted the need and intent to (solicit assistance as necessary) to clarify, correlate, correct misaligned particulars. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND: Tabled until the next meeting. DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: AUCTION RESULTS. Motion (Reedy), second (Neumann, and 3-0 affirmative vote accepted/approved the results of Auction (Truck, $2,035, Mower $302.50, Bush Hog - $121, V-Blade $38.50, Siren - $176, Oiler - $187, etc.) with identification of auction charges yet to be determined. OTHER; The City of Blue Springs has been complimented recently (to Adams by those wishing to build, and some associated with builders) on “vision, clean-up, and development” and described by certain others as a “nice community.” On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Council member Neumann expressed gratitude for the fine job the City crew did of clean-up after the recent storm. NEXT AGENDA: PLANNING & ZONING COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND LOCATION OF CITY BURN PILE(RELEVANT TO DISASTER NEEDS) REVIEW OF SYRACUSE ORDINANCE SUPPLIES FOR WATER LINES (REEDY) SIGNS FOR FEIT MEMORIAL PARK SENDD PROGRAMS (WAIVE DOWN PAYMENT/WORKFORCE HOUSE) There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:50 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting were read and approved July 5, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

June 7, 2022 The Public Hearing for Ordinance # 472 and the Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 7th day of June, 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Fred Laber, Gage County Officer Patch Notice of the Hearing/Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy ) , and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the May 17, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy ), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - Internal Revenue Service - (941) - $1,727.07; Payroll $7,380.91; Blue Springs Cemetery (Annual Taxes) - $2,800.00; Blue Springs Rural Fire - (Annual Taxes) - $2,900.00; Constellation Energy - $37.51; Display Sales - $322.00 ; Farmers Cooperative - $53.56; Johnson Service Company - $18,664.35; Lauby Plumbing/Heating/Air- $30.57; NE Dept of Rev (501N) - $224.48; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; One-Call Concepts - $3.96; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike - (Post. Reimb. - Water Sample) - $27.40; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Temps Disposal (Mandatory) - $2,477.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $296.16; Wymore, City of - (Tower) - $856.28 TOTAL CLAIMS: $ 37,901.25 & CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Payment to SENDD (DD# 1) - $3,657.50 . PUBLIC HEARING: Ordinance # 472 (Locate/Establish Corners) was opened: Motion - Neumann ; second - Reedy , 4-0 affirmative vote. Recommendation for approval by P & Z Commission was noted - 2 for, 2 against. Discussion followed with determination (suggested by Laber, and agreed upon by members) for clarification of Ordinance wording. Close hearing and begin Regular session: Motion - Reedy ; second - Neumann , 4-0 affirmative vote. ORDINANCE # 472 (Locate/Establish corners): Motion (Reedy), second (Neumann ), 4-0 affirmative vote to table consideration pending text addition/clarification pertaining to “new homes/structures to be built, and not including all types of building, as sheds, fences, etc. PLANNING & ZONING: SKILLET NEW HOME APPLICATION, AND POSSIBLY OTHER CONCERNS: Motion(Neumann), second (Reedy ), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve Skillet Construction (#22-5, single family dwelling) application for a building permit. Applicant will be notified of approval and fee. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION: Tabled until next Regular meeting. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT: Tabled until next Regular meeting. CLEAN-UP: Determination was made to send three courtesy clean up letters. US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Tabled until the next Regular meeting. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND, AND POSSIBLY-- (suggested by Adams) LOOKING INTO GUIDELINES FOR SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFET FOUNDATION GRANT: Tabled until the next Regular meeting. DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: (Resolution 2022-1) , (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3) civil service siren: Auction ends 6/21. SEWER (JOHNSON & JOHNSON) CONTINUED: Authorization was given for the inclusion of more blocks. It is anticipated that acceptable arrangements can be made with the service provider when they are in the area. Pike reported sewer line clearance completed with City equipment. NEXT AGENDA: PLANNING & ZONING COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: AUCTION RESULTS AND (Resolution 2022-1) There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:20 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting were read and approved June 21, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Public Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Public Hearing/Regular Session)

May 17, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 17th day of May, 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Riensche, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Pike, Hunter Hopkins, Rex Adams, Terry & Gladys Cary Notice of the Hearing/Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche) , and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the May 3, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche ), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $96.71; Payroll - $2,439.52; Beatrice Area Solid Waste (Demo Proj. # 2) - $717.60; EMC Insurance - $15,632.50; Lauby Plumbing/Heating/Air - $16.98; Nationwide (Clerk’s Bond) - $100.00; Norris Public Power - $1,062.78; One-Call Concepts, Inc. - $2.36; Postmaster - $196.00; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Visa - $509.48; Windstream - $87.75; Wymore Arbor State - $97.20; TOTAL CLAIMS: $21,013.88. PLANNING & ZONING: Motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve Application for Building Permit # 22- 4 for Morgan/Crystal McColery (storage building). Applicant will be notified of approval and fee. The Planning and Zoning Commission will be requested to have a Special Meeting for consideration of approval of a building permit (Skillett)- new home) still in the preliminary stage but that would ideally be approved (as per recommendation by the P & Z commission and further discussion of members) by Mayor and Council at the June 7th Regular meeting. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION : Tabled until the next Regular meeting. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT: Tabled until the next Regular meeting. CLEAN-UP: Hunter Hopkins addressed members regarding a letter received, and described a “confusing” timeline for correction of a described situatiom. After discussion, focus was on decision-making regarding selection of clean-up properties to be addressed. A motion (Sedlacek), second (Neumann), and 4-0 affirmative vote approved the placement of a roll-off to be utilized by Hopkins, with the City responsible for roll-off cost, and OPAT liable for landfill fee. Mayor Meyer suggested a review be initiated to study the feasibility/practicality/effectiveness/drawbacks (as paints, tires, etc. - Sedlacek) of the City placing a roll-off for use of the citizenry (in proximity with where the recycle trailer used to be). US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Tabled until the next Regular meeting. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES: Tabled until the next Regular Meeting when McNulty can be available by phone., with added sub-topics - STATE REVOLVING FUND, AND POSSIBLY-- (Adams) LOOKING INTO GUIDELINES FOR SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFET FOUNDATION GRANT. DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: (Resolution 2022-1) , (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3) civil service siren: Pike indicated that the bidding process has begun with minimal bids, but with a month-long schedule. SEWER CONCERNS (JOHNSON & JOHNSON): Members reviewed services provided (identification of root problems and clearance, and line damage). Members will continue to study the cost factor and time line of service continuance to assure the strength and serviceability of the infrastructure. Pike described a situation (at draw) that particularly needed to be addressed. NEXT AGENDA: PLANNING & ZONING: SKILLET NEW HOME APPLICATION, AND POSSIBLY OTHER CONCERNS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND STATE REVOLVING FUND, AND POSSIBLY-- (Adams) LOOKING INTO GUIDELINES FOR SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFET FOUNDATION GRANT DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: (Resolution 2022-1) , (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3) civil service siren SEWER (JOHNSON & JOHNSON) CONTINUED ` There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:40 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved June 7, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

May 3, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 3rd day of May, 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Sedlacek ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Carothers, Employee Pike, Rex Adams, Curt Hagerman, Terry & Gladys Cary Notice of the Hearing/Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek) , and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the April 19, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - Internal Revenue (941) - $2,151.82, Payroll $3,752.53; Constellation Energy - $78.72; DAS State Account - Central Finance (Continuing Education for 2022) - $133.00; HJP Pest Control (Seasonal Mosquito Spraying) - $2,203.20; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $336.24; NE U.C. Fund - $85.84; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Sample) - $27.40; Roehr’s Machinery - $148.94; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Temps Disposal - (Mandatory and Spring Clean-up)- $3,510.25; Ullman Auto - 136.70; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Tower) - $916.93; TOTAL CLAIMS: $13,566.57. WARD 1 COUNCIL VACANCY WITH 7 MONTHS REMAINING - NAME/APPOINTMENT OF QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL: Mayor Meyer brought forward the name of Janet Riensche, which was followed by a motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), and 3-0 affirmative vote of approval. Attorney Carothers administered the Oath of Office. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ORDINANCE# 466 - First Reading), ANY NEW INFORMATION: Carothers reported that Witulski expressed reservation about getting State Approval to enable annexation process of planned location. Carothers has contacted Hanna-Keelan to set in motion the plan /blight study/review/paperwork to proceed without annexation. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT: Inspection letters from Carothers have been sent. OPAT has acquired two properties. An individual has expressed interest in being included in the demolition process. Carothers has scheduled contact with an individual regarding property that could be torn down at City expense. The Schlake trac machine is anticipated to be available for City use in October. On July 1st Carothers will submit the Thomas Foundation Grant application on behalf of the City. CLEAN-UP: Ordinance Officer Tim Hanson is to review conditions within the next two weeks and take pictures of infractions and send nuisance notices for several properties. Carothers will have another conversation with an individual about addition to clean-up violations at a property under current review. One person not currently on the clean-up list has expressed support of clean-up improvements. Members and attendees complimented the City crew on Clean-up efforts during Spring clean up and expressed gratitude for the excellent work. Terry Cary requested and was allowed a month to rectify clean-up infractions on his property, and “due to expressed circumstances” a clean-up plan was outlined between the property owner and the City. PLANNING AND ZONING--BUIDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS/ ORDINANCE # 472 LOCATE/ ESTABLISH LOT CORNERS/ FINES: Public Hearings date has been re-scheduled for June 7). US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Map to be presented for approval and signature at the next Regular meeting. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES: Sedlacek is to invite Steve McNulty to participate by phone in discussion of options and procedures during the next Regular meeting. DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: (Resolution 2022-1) , (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3). All members agreed to proceed with the Purple Wave auction. A civil defense siren is to be added to the list of offerings on Purple Wave. Pike is to provide Carothers with start and stop dates for the auction, and Carothers is to complete the resolution for approval at the next Regular meeting. BOONDOCKERS/HAGERMAN PROPERTY: Hagerman reported satisfactory result from “first guests Friday” who visited the community, parks, and utilized the biking trail. CALL FOR PUBLIC ATTENDANCE: TOPIC--- WARDS VS. AT-LARGE VOTING: ROBUST DISCUSSION ABOUT OPTIONS:. Adams indicated that if he proceeded with a petition for voting ‘ward vs. at-large’ he would include particulars to consider change from second class city to a village, or the City could put it on the ballot for the people to decide only on the wards vs. at-large voting aspect. Motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote, approved putting it on the ballot for the “people to decide.” Carothers will proceed as per required process and timeline. PARKS (DEAN COLE): MINI-LIBRARY, PORTABLE TOILET: Members were in agreement for placement of a Mini-Library in the City Park. As well, arrangements will be made for the placement of a portable toilet from May to November 1 at the Feit Memorial Park. NEXT AGENDA: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ NEW INFORMATION DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: (Resolution 2022-1) , (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3) civil service siren ` There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:50 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing and Regular meeting were read and approved May 17, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

April 19, 2022 The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 19th day of April, 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Seeman ABSENT; Council member Sedlacek OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Carothers, Employee Pike, Rex Adams, Curt Hagerman, Dan Disney, Adam Cook Notice of the Hearing/Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Seeman) , and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the April 5, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Seeman, and vote (3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - NE Dept. of Rev. (10) - $129.11; Payroll - 2,940.73; Black Hills Energy - $68.69; EMC Insurance (Annual Package - Partial) - $3,159.50; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,118.03; O’Reilly Automotive - $58.76; Security First Bank (Poke - IRA) - $55.00; Visa - $1,141.83; Michael Walker (Meter Deposit Refund) - $100.00; Windstream - $81.35; Wymore Arbor State - $178.21; TOTAL CLAIMS: $9,046.21. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ORDINANCE# 466 - First Reading), ANY NEW INFORMATION: Contact (two messages were left/- Reedy, Carothers) with Witulski , who did not respond. Comments were made by Reedy, Adams, Hagerman and Carothers. Carothers agreed to contact Witulski to give May 3 deadline for response, hoping for response about status of unresolved issues with State about legal description at annexation area. Alternate action, as necessary - going ahead with project without property annexation to enable/activate TIF eligibility/options, which would result in anticipated “minimal” cost later to revisit the annexation option and make adjustments to the redevelopment area/blight study. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT : (Grateful acknowledgement of One Property at a Time Funds received: $500.00 for fuel, and $1,046.00 Solid Waste Disposal - Demolition Cost.) Determination was made of next demolition project locations. Timeline for Thomas Foundation Grant Application - after June 30. Projected request - $50,000, with City contribution hopefully to be supported by the regeneration of Keno funds. Project timeline: Correlation with availability of Schlake trac machine. CLEAN-UP: Carothers to make contact with Ordinance Officer Hanson to address /report by 2nd meeting in May on several properties. To be revisited: One property. The situation of furniture/couches thrown off the bridge into the river was discussed, specifically legal action that identified minors as the violators, and included speculation about “pre-trial diversion” approach which could result in establishment of fines at least partially influenced by agreed-upon clean-up by the offenders. Carothers will contact Gustafson for an update. Landfill (Jason) has expressed willingness to receive the materials at “no cost.” PLANNING AND ZONING--BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS/ ORDINANCE # 472 - LOCATE/ESTABLISH LOT CORNERS/ FINES: Plans: Public Hearing of the Planning & Zoning Commission will be scheduled (and published) for 6:30 PM at the Blue Springs City Hall on May 17, 2022, and will be followed by the Public Hearing of the Mayor and Council, both for the review/ approval of Ordinance # 472 which will require the location/establishment of lot corners by a surveyor for new construction and set a fine for violation. The Regular Council Meeting will follow the close of the Public Hearing. Two applications for new structures (#22-2 & #22-3) were approved for applicant Adam Cook by motion by Neumann, second by Seeman, and a 3-0 affirmative vote. ---Applicant (who was in attendance) was notified of approval and will be advised of fees, with distribution of application copies as per policy. US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Deadline not until May 31. Tabled until the next meeting. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/NEEDS SURVEY/ LOAN OPPORTUNITIES: Hagerman asked if electrical lines (possibly underground for greater property access) might be a consideration for infrastructure improvements. Mayor Meyer noted that Norris has and maintains a required height. Certainty was not established regarding possibility of change, with further review necessary. In other concerns, a Needs Survey has been completed and sent. Further discussion of improvements and loan opportunities was tabled until the next meeting. DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT, (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3) and discussion about International Tractor 544 and 75 Dodge Dump truck.): The International Tractor 544 and 75 Dodge Dump truck were removed from the inventory of items to be included in Resolution 2022-1 (5/3/22) to be listed for sale on Purple Wave - (with start date of sale, and closing date of sale necessary for the resolution). Employee Pike will provide Carothers with necessary information for the listing. HJP PEST CONTROL/ANNUAL SPRAYING: Motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), followed by 3-0 affirmative vote to accept the terms to activate seasonal spraying for mosquitoes, per the following dates: DATES: (TUESDAYS) MAY 31, 2022, JUNE 14, 2022, JUNE 28, 2022,JULY 12, 2022,JULY 26, 2022,AUGUST 9, 2022, AUGUST 23, 2022,SEPTEMBER 6, 2022,SEPTEMBER 20, 2022. Payment will be included in claims at the next Regular meeting. Note: Carothers to prepare a “Notice of Vacancy” (for the remaining seven month term) to be posted in three places for the Council -Ward 1 position vacated effective 4/19/22 by Kandi Seeman. NEXT AGENDA: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ORDINANCE# 466 - First Reading), ANY NEW INFORMATION DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP PLANNING AND ZONING--BUIDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS/ ORDINANCE # 472 LOCATE/ESTABLISH LOT CORNERS/ FINES (Any discussion necessary to support Public Hearings scheduled for May 17) US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/LOAN OPPORTUNITIES DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT/PURPLE WAVE LISTING: (Resolution 2022-1) , (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3) BOONDOCKERS/HAGERMAN PROPERTY CALL FOR PUBLIC ATTENDANCE: TOPIC--- WARDS VS. AT-LARGE VOTING: ROBUST DISCUSSION ABOUT OPTIONS:. ` There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 8:15 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing and Regular meeting were read and approved May 3, 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)

April 5, 2022 The Public Hearing for Ordinance # 468 (Poultry/Fowl) and the Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held on the 5th day of April, 2022, at 7PM at the Blue Springs City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Sedlacek, Seeman ABSENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Carothers, Employee Pike, Curt Hagerman Notice of the Hearing/Regular 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. Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order at 7 PM. Motion (Neumann), second (Seeman) , and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the March 15, 2022 Regular meeting. Motion (Neumann), second (Seeman), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,745.35; Payroll - $4,877.50; American Legal Publishing (Code Book) - $360.00; Arbor Ink - $143.32; Black Hills Energy - $74.71; Constellation Energy - $118.51; DAS - State Acct. - Central Finance (Training In-service) - $19.00; EMC Insurance - (New Activity) - $44.00; Gilmore & Associates (Water Main Extension 2021 - Cost to date) - $14,532.64; Lauby Plumbing - $15.07; NE Dept. of Rev. (941N) - $223.24; NE Public Health Environ. Labs - $15.00;One-Call Concepts - $3.16; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Sample) - $27.40; Postmaster - Stamps (Clean-Up/Needs Assessment) - $196.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Temps Disposal Service (Monthly Mandatory Garbage) - $ 2,431.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,090.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $4,288.60; TOTAL CLAIMS: $30,289.50. PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE # 468 POULTRY / FOWLS - 7:00 pm --- Opened - Motion (Neumann), second (Seeman), 4-0 affirmative vote. Call for comments. Discussion. Close Public Hearing and Return to Regular Session - 7:15 PM by Motion (Reedy), Second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote. Followed by Regular session: ORDINANCE # 468 (POULTRY): Motion (Neumann), second (Seeman), 4-0 affirmative vote to suspend the rule of three readings. Motion (Neumann ), second (Sedlacek), to approve Ordinance # 468. Ordinance # 468 read (Carothers), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote to approve. A copy of Ordinance # 468 is attached to the Office copy of the minutes and posted on the website. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ORDINANCE# 466 - First Reading), ANY NEW INFORMATION: Further action pending advisement of State questions (right-of-way) regarding Witulski survey. Hagerman requested information about opportunity for receipt of TIF taxes (for sidewalks primarily). Reedy presented view about possibility/advisability of proceeding with the project (for benefit of current developers) without the proposed annexation. Carothers told that rescheduling of the annexation would result in additional fees but probably not a substantial assessment. Reedy suggested deliberation and further discussion at the next Regular meeting. Reedy will also contact Witulski to get current status of the survey. Potentiality of sewer provision in the area to be annexed was also discussed. DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT TIMELINE: Arrangements continue for inspections. Carothers also suggested grant application amount request options from the Thomas Foundation for the next round of demolitions, ranging from $35,000 - $50,000. CLEAN-UP: No new properties added to the list at this time. PLANNING AND ZONING--ZONING CHANGES REGARDING ESTABLISHING LOT CORNERS: Carothers submitted for review/consideration an initial draft of Ordinance #472, regarding applications for building permits…. requirement to hire a licensed surveyor to locate and establish lot corners for new construction, and potential fine for failure to comply. Will be further addressed at the next Regular meeting. TEMPS DISPOSAL- CONTRACT RENEWAL/CONSIDERATIONS: Motion to accept contract/authorize Mayoral signature on Temps Disposal Contract was made by Sedlacek, seconded by Seeman, and followed by 4-0 affirmative vote for approval. The agreement will be mailed to Shelby Temps for his signature, and Carothers will be provided with a copy of the signed document when it is returned to the City. US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS: Carothers has completed the forms, and is working on the map, with City approval/Mayoral signature expected at the next Regular meeting (to be in compliance with the May 31st deadline). REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION FOR BLUE SPRINGS AS A SECOND-CLASS CITY TO PURSUE “AT LARGE” STATUS RATHER THAN VOTING WARDS: Motion (Reedy), second (Seeman), to put the proposed voting change on the ballot, resulted in a vote of Reedy (Yes), Seeman (Yes), Sedlacek (No), Neumann (No). Mayor Meyer did not vote, but suggested that those interested in the change arrange to circulate a petition. WATER LINE EXTENSION/ ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS/ SCOPE/NEEDS SURVEY/ LOAN OPPORTUNITIES: Sedlacek stated some financial options/conditions of financing infrastructure improvements, indicating that a Preliminary Engineering Report would be required, and possibility exists for 30% to 50% or 60% forgiveness on loans. Some requirements/ and factors were identified, as evaluation of water rates - (that might and might not need to be raised - since City recently already increased charges. Sedlacek provided qualification/compliance requirements in various documents which will be completed/submitted for consideration. NEXT AGENDA: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT/TAX INCREMENT FINANCING/ BLIGHT STUDY REVIEW/ORDINANCE# 466 - First Reading), ANY NEW INFORMATION DEMOLITION PROJECT/THOMAS FOUNDATION GRANT CLEAN-UP PLANNING AND ZONING--BUIDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS/ ORDINANCE # 472 LOCATE/ESTABLISH LOT CORNERS/ FINES US CENSUS BOUNDARY & ANNEXATION SURVEY/ ANDY CAROTHERS INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS/ SCOPE/NEEDS SURVEY/ LOAN OPPORTUNITIES DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT, (as, 96 Dodge ¾ PU, V - blade for motor grader, bush hogs (2) tar kettle, sump pumps (3) and discussion about International Tractor 544 and 75 Dodge Dump truck.) There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:55 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Public Hearing and Regular meeting were read and approved April 19 2022. Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Public Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Public Hearing/Regular Session)