City of Blue Springs, Nebraska

• July 21, 2026 Regular Session: 7:00 PM – Blue Springs City Hall – Mayor Reedy called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Mayor Reedy, Council members Dorn, Neumann, Rainey, Riensche ABSENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Andrew Carothers, Roland Hardin, Gale Hardin, Robert Hardin, Jay Woodyard, Alan Riensche, Mr. & Mrs. Verlyn Dodge, Mr. & Mrs Rex Adams, Devin Dorn, Mr. & Mrs. Phil Padgett; Mr. & Mrs Roger Kier; Carol Allen, Gary Trump, Heather McKinney, Mr. & Mrs. Gene Reedy. Notice of the Hearing/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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Neumann), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of the July 7, 2026 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Rainey), second (Riensche), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Ne Dept of Rev (10) - $108.97; Payroll - $2,372.05; Abbott Portable Toilets - $325.00; Black Hills Energy - $57.58; Blue River Area Agency on Aging (Handi-Van share) - $688.00; Fairbury Journal-News - $108.06; Land Survey Tech (Street Vac/Easement) - $450.00; Lauby Plumbing - $36.03; Norris Public Power - $1,053.31; Radar Reedy (Mileage/Keys) - $91.73; Visa - $324.48; Windstream - $132.36; TOTAL CLAIMS: $5,747.57. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: None DEMOLITION PROJECT: Pending expiration of after-burn timeline for one property (D. Bohlmeyer). Acknowledgment of remaining demolition budget (Carothers - $20-25T). Plans for two properties to complete the current demolition project (Carothers – Keck/Patsch). CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES: On property complaint to be filed tomorrow. Letter for one property owner regarding pickup with load of trash & misc other. Another letter for Clerk to sign coming from Carothers. VACATE ALLEY/STREET EASEMENTS: NARRATIVES: Alley easement: Signatures for easement should be completed by the next meeting, followed by preparation and consideration of Ordinance #483, but Main Street easement/ordinance has presented with ownership difficulties that are expected to take longer to resolve. INTER LOCAL (LIMITED) WORKFORCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN WYMORE AND BLUE SPRINGS: Carothers provided copies of the agreement for members to look over and potentially approve at the next regular meeting, after which the agreement would be presented for potential approval by Wymore. EXCESS EQUIPMENT – RESOLUTION # 2026-1 --(1975 Dodge D600 2 ton dump truck; Ford 455 backhoe Model 455C, International Tractor 544; Picnic tables): Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve Resolution #2026-1 to effectuate the sale of equipment declared excess and put up for auction on Purple Wave. FIRE DEPARTMENT: STREET CLOSING FOR AUGUST 9 CAR SHOW: Motion (Neumann), second (Dorn), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve closing Broad Street (beyond Bank Drive Thru ) for the day of the Car Show. LEAGUE ASSOCIATION OF RISK MANAGEMENT 2026-2027 RENEWAL RESOLUTION #2026-2: Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to accept/approve Renewal Resolution # 2026-2. INCREASED CAMPING FEES: Members were in agreement to increase Daily Camping Fee from $10.00 (original Ord. 476) to $15.00 daily. Carothers will draft Ordinance # 484 for review/approval at the next meeting. SPLASH PAD IN CITY PARK (GRANT OPTIONS (THOMAS?): Estimate of splash pad size/cost was provided by Karen Dodge, and the relocation of park equipment was discussed, as was the resetting of the teeter totter, and slide (or replacement). Interest was shown and need for further study was determined, including cost analysis. Potential request for grant money (Thomas Foundation) was suggested after closer plans and calculations are available. Carothers was asked to plan on a grant application. FUN HOUSE DESIGN OPTIONS: Artwork by Angie Woodyard was provided and members were in favor of the project. Members are asked to review the samples and make selections. It was noted that a donation is available (Brian Hughes, recently deceased son of Carol Hughes) and Carol would appreciate a plaque at the fun house in memory of her son, since it meant a lot to him when he was a small child. MEETING RECESSED 7:20 pm, motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), followed by 4-0 affirmative vote to relocate attendees to the City Park for determination of new location for the City Park Restroom. MEETING RESUMED 7:30 PM (Riensche), second (Neumann, 4-0 affirmative vote. CITY PARK RESTROOM: Members and other attendees discussed a marked off secondary choice, as well as other options based on handicap advantages, location of water and sewer lines, shade, appearance, best service for park patrons and their activities, and the conversation led to a selection at the back of the park, that though it would require a substantial amount of leveling fill, was determined by a requested show of hands (Reedy) to be the best option. The spot was marked. Through the help and valuable input of Church members, members of the Park Board, and the general public in attendance, Council approved that choice with a motion (Riensche), second (Rainey) and a 4-0 affirmative vote. Preparations may now begin. NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES VACATE ALLEY/STREET EASEMENTS: ORDINANCE #483 INTER LOCAL (LIMITED) WORKFORCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN WYMORE AND BLUE SPRINGS INCREASED CAMPING FEES/ORDINANCE# 484 WYMORE CITY POLICE SUPPORT FOR BLUE SPRINGS, WHICH MAY INCLUDE SOME MEASURE OF PATROL (as School, ball field, etc.), ORDINANCE SUPPORT/ORDINANCE OFFICER SPLASH PAD IN CITY PARK (GRANT OPTIONS (THOMAS?) CITY PARK RESTROOM/IF ANY REMAINING DETERMINATIONS. There being no further business, a motion was made by Riensche at 7:53 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting to be read and approved August 4 , 2026. Mayor: Gene (Radar) Reedy (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)