May 2, 2017
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on May 2, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT; Mayor Meyer
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Shelby Temps, Tiffany Henrichs, Connie Mewes, Tim Brown, Hope Brown, Arlene Smith, Lance Spencer
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Council President Carmichael called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the April 18, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,677.82; Salaries - $3,122.87; American Legal Publishing (Codebook updates) - $358.00; HJP Pest Control - (Seasonal Mosquito Spraying) - $2,030.40; MARC - $486.04; NE Dept. of Revenue - (501N) - $212.56; Nebraska Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,222.50; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank - (IRA - Pike) - $55.00; Shell - $209.08; Tractor Supply - $19.99; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Oil Company - $100.55; TOTAL CLAIMS: $9,539.81.
HJP PEST CONTROL EXTENDED SEASONAL SPRAYING: Seasonal mosquito spraying schedule was approved within meeting claims.
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE- CASH/REPLACEMENT OPTION COMPARISONS: No new information.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE: No new information.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC: Council member Reedy indicated contact with outside service provider (Beatrice) for temporary street sweeping service was not yet accomplished. Several sweeper options (from upcoming online auctions) were noted by Council members Reedy and Carmichael. Reedy and Carmichael spoke of personal sources through which initial evaluation of equipment might be accomplished before a City bid would be placed. Bid authority was discussed - as $12,500 in a past situation, and $10,000 - by previous suggestion, but no amount was designated. Review and evaluation of purchase options will continue. Discussion turned to other equipment. It was reported that the backhoe is down, and that, (Pike) arrangements for repair (Gary’s Diesel) are in place. Council member Carmichael spoke of an available crack-sealer, but Pike responded that the present City crack-sealing equipment is operational.
PARK SIDEWALK/DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING: Drawing not yet completed for local contractor(s) review, estimate. Measurements will be taken (Reedy), and members voiced no objection to City removal of a tree that is causing damage to walkway and curb.
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP; Q & A SESSION WITH TEMPS DISPOSAL SERVICE (with considerations for reduced billing for low income and/or minimal use customers, subsidy to City for collection). Shelby Temps gave the presentation, which identified variables: Three levels of community participation, which included the customer using his own container, and the option of two different size Temps containers. Possibility of senior citizen rate for some was discussed, as was the pricing situation for customers with low-volume disposables. Members agreed that optimal control would be achieved by having the City include trash removal cost on the water/sewer utility bill, however - requests for extra pickups, special services, could complicate a timely billing process. Shelby Temps will work up a proposal for the members to discuss at the next Regular meeting (May 16).
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION: Attorney Carothers advised that legal address was in place for removal.
WARD ELIMITATION (REX ADAMS): Attorney Carothers indicated that “electing at large,” rather than the existing ward designation process is a possibility, and he provided a handout of Nebraska Revised Statutes - 17-102 Wards: number; how determined (a copy of which is attached to these minutes and available for public review). Due to the timeline available for getting this on the ballet (2018, with potential 2020 enactment of “electing-at-large,”) the topic will be returned to meeting agenda at a later date.
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS (REX ADAMS): Tabled.
CLEAN UP - REVIEW OF CLEAN-UP DAY, AND GENERAL ISSUES: One issue with property transfer considerations continues. Council member Reedy suggested members address an increasing problem of “unlicensed vehicles” throughout the community, and asked that members be prepared to compile a list for the next regular meeting (of unlicensed vehicle infractions). After review of a trash accumulation issue, City Attorney Carothers advised sending a certified letter with a week only (after receipt) timeline for removal of the infraction which poses a strong health issue. The certified letter will be sent.
NEXT AGENDA: (May 16,2017)
7:00 PM --PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING ORDINANCE # 456 - PLANNING & ZONING
7:30 PM - PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING ORDINANCE # 456- --MAYOR & COUNCIL
Followed by Regular session:
ZONING ORDINANCE #456 -
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, ETC.
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP; TEMPS PROPOSAL
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS
CLEAN UP
Motion to adjourn: 8:23 PM - Reedy - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved May 16. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Monday, May 1, 2017
April 18, 2017
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on April 18, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Dan Disney, Arlene Smith, Dean Cole, Rex Adams
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the April 4, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE. Dept. of Revenue (10) - $252.31; Salaries - $1,927.26; Black Hills Energy - $32.90; USA Blue Book - $198.98; Circle D Mfg - $124.39; EMC Insurance (Annual Insurance Package) - $13,626.00; Municipal Supply - $335.19; NE Dept. of Rev. (51C)$ 2,560.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $23.75; Postmaster - $166.00; NE UC Fund - $185.53; One-Call Concepts - $2.25; Security First Bank (Pike- IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $81.84; Wymore Lumber Company - $85.76; TOTAL CLAIMS: $19,657.16.
HJP PEST CONTROL SEASONAL SPRAYING: Members discussed extended spraying period (suggested by Neumann, with Meyer agreeing, and no objections stated) , and service provider will be requested to update spraying schedule based on a 2-3 additional spraying (Sept.) period, and applicable additional cost.
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE- CASH/REPLACEMENT OPTION COMPARISONS: Evaluation process initiated. No information yet available.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE: No information available.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: John Woodyard application for a building permit for storage unit facility was discussed by all members. Residential -1 zoning location of proposed construction site prohibited normal application process, and upon advisement of City Attorney Carothers, and after evaluating “Special Use” and “Permitted Use” considerations and Mayor Meyer suggesting “Special Use“ as a preferred option, decision was made to pursue “ Special Use (Conditional Use)” to limit potential building authority and control to one site, rather than going with “Permitted Use” which would result in general R-1 zoning inclusion. All members commented on factors which might impact on the surrounding residential area, and determination was made that the “Conditional Use” application available for “Special Use” situations would provide more control of the project. (As concreted areas (Carothers) , lighting (Reedy). No objections were raised to initiation of the “Special Use” application process, and Carothers was given the go-ahead to make arrangements to effectuate the application: (and which included):
1. Draft of ordinance, (with conditions indicated) and application for Woodyard.
2. Newspaper publication of Hearing 10-day prior to hearing (April 26th)
3. Applicable posting of property by City.
4. Public Hearing of Planning and Zoning Commission - (May 16th - 7PM).
5. Public Hearing of Mayor and Council (May 16th - 7:30 PM).
Another situation was the continuing issue of a storage container not complying with regulation, and for which the owner has been sent two letters (Carothers) requesting removal. Rex Adams stated that it has been an issue “since November 5th.” Reedy asked about a court date. Carothers said a request for abatement would be filed, and information should be available within “the next couple weeks.”
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.: Members discussed recent evaluation and trouble shooting of a sweeper (by Reedy and Pike - Reedy asked seller if they would consider $7,500, and the counter-offer was $9,000. Reedy recommended “leaving it” due to various problems with the unit.) Review will continue to locate an acceptable unit (2001 Elgin in Hannibal MO -( sale ending, 4/27 - current bid $2,500.)./ Lincoln-area unit Pike might check out). Council Mewes stated he would like to limit purchase price to $10,000 or below, and Reedy responded that there could well be considerable repair issues in that price range. Council member Reedy also told that the City of Beatrice indicated willingness to sweep the streets for the Municipality. Members agreed it might be the best option while the search for a new sweeper continues. Mayor Meyer asked that the City of Beatrice be contacted for a cost analysis and breakdown to determine if it might be a feasible temporary option. Employee Pike reported that the tar kettle is back in service, and street cracks will be addressed after Clean-Up day.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes): Employee Pike reported that this is in the maintenance plan (as time allows) , and individuals are being considered to assist the project.
PARK SIDEWALK: Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options: Council member Reedy and Employee Pike provided information from recent on-site review of the project area with Gilmore representatives, and where full-and-partial project options were discussed. Handicapped accessible considerations with cost-prohibitive factors were discussed. Council member Mewes suggested doing the short section “from Church-to-corner only.” Favor was given to - replacement of sidewalk (possibly resulting in removal of maple tree or curved pathway” - toward shelter-- rather than extended to the north.
Decision was made to come up with a drawing/drawing options (Pike - Berry (computer image?) to provide to local contractors to determine project price.
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP INITIAL EVALUATION: Rex Adams addressed members. He reported 134 service locations, with 10 being businesses, church, etc. --- 83% saturation/17% non-participatory. “Thirteen people not signed up.” He also suggested Temps “might be willing to subsidize the City for collecting for them” if mandatory trash removal was put into effect.
Comments concerning clean-up issues and mandatory pickup:
Glenn Mewes: “There would still be a problem - “even with mandatory pickup.”
Dan Disney: Mandatory pickup “won’t solve the problem, but would help.”
Connie Mewes: What about “ people with very minimal trash or with financial difficulties?”
Dean Cole: Need to “encourage community pride,” remove “embarrassing factors,” correct “health-related” infractions. People will “gravitate toward the positive” and come into the community.
Connie Mewes: “Letters are sent. People are “taken to court.” Problems are “not solved.”
Rex Adams: Many issues are “on-going problems, and need to be taken care of.”
Lonnie Meyer. We have “ordinances in place, procedures to follow.” “Give us a list of offenders, and we will take action.”
NEW GAME AT KENO LOUNGE: NEED FOR COUNCIL REVIEW/APPROVAL?: Mayor Meyer gave what information was currently available (from conversation with Ruby Morris) about a new game at the Keno Lounge. Attorney Carothers indicated that further information is needed to determine if the game falls within the existing contractual definition of a “Keno” game, or if an amended contract with the Keno Operator will be necessary. Full description of the game will be requested from the game provider, and that information will be forwarded to Carothers who will confer with Nebraska Gaming as necessary, to determine if the game is addressed contractually as is, or if changes are imperative.
DEAN COLE:
For: FEIT MEMORIAL PARK AND TENNIS COURT AREA - GRANTS, STRATEGIC PLANNING
And For: UPGRADING STREET SIGNS:
Dean Cole addressed members, and indicated his interest and availability to pursue many options with potential to improve the community and morale. No members expressed objection to his participation as an individual on behalf of City interest and without any designation of financial responsibility to the City. Issues will be addressed separately as projects develop.
Cole’s presentation included:
1. In the neighborhood of “$60,000 has been invested in the shelter, bathrooms, landscaping, wildlife habitat” of Trail Head. --- for walkers, bikers.
2. Many people have been using Feit Park -fishing, eating. Grants for improving “function and practicality” could be pursued through - Water Resources, Parks & Games, Resource Corp.
3. Blue River canoeing - every 4 hour rest stops. Desirability of these areas improved by landscape design, master gardening.
4. Impressed by use of the City Park. Would pursue (through Game & Park) improving Tennis Court, including updating lighting (Diller Electric est. - approx. $11,000 - grant available?) , addressing general deterioration. Suggested: storage for basketballs, and supply of basketballs, pressure spraying and addressing concrete issues.
5. Tree planting (Re-Tree NE Program)
6. College participation with projects.
7. Street signs (Emergency Management reference) - Check to see if there is funding available for refurbishing signs where needed.
8. Volunteers for “touching up” the sign at the City Park.
CLEAN-UP: Some reference in above topics. No additions to the clean-up list.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Rex Adams asked for review of Ward elimination for the Municipality due to limited representation interest within City. Carothers will look into possibilities.
Rex Adams expressed concern for the “littering” situation created by the Penny Press being cast indiscriminately onto driveways and yards, “accumulating in areas” where residents are away from home.
Contact with the newspaper to address the issue was suggested.
It was noted that flags at the Welcome sign again need to be replaced.
NEXT AGENDA:
HJP PEST CONTROL EXTENDED SEASONAL SPRAYING
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE- CASH/REPLACEMENT OPTION COMPARISONS
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
PARK SIDEWALK/DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP; Q & A SESSION WITH TEMPS DISPOSAL SERVICE (with considerations for reduced billing for low income and/or minimal use customers, subsidy to City for collection
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
WARD ELIMITATION (REX ADAMS)
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS (REX ADAMS)
CLEAN UP - REVIEW OF CLEAN-UP DAY, AND GENERAL ISSUES
Motion to adjourn: 9:08 PM - Neumann - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved May 2. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on April 18, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Dan Disney, Arlene Smith, Dean Cole, Rex Adams
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the April 4, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE. Dept. of Revenue (10) - $252.31; Salaries - $1,927.26; Black Hills Energy - $32.90; USA Blue Book - $198.98; Circle D Mfg - $124.39; EMC Insurance (Annual Insurance Package) - $13,626.00; Municipal Supply - $335.19; NE Dept. of Rev. (51C)$ 2,560.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $23.75; Postmaster - $166.00; NE UC Fund - $185.53; One-Call Concepts - $2.25; Security First Bank (Pike- IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $81.84; Wymore Lumber Company - $85.76; TOTAL CLAIMS: $19,657.16.
HJP PEST CONTROL SEASONAL SPRAYING: Members discussed extended spraying period (suggested by Neumann, with Meyer agreeing, and no objections stated) , and service provider will be requested to update spraying schedule based on a 2-3 additional spraying (Sept.) period, and applicable additional cost.
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE- CASH/REPLACEMENT OPTION COMPARISONS: Evaluation process initiated. No information yet available.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE: No information available.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: John Woodyard application for a building permit for storage unit facility was discussed by all members. Residential -1 zoning location of proposed construction site prohibited normal application process, and upon advisement of City Attorney Carothers, and after evaluating “Special Use” and “Permitted Use” considerations and Mayor Meyer suggesting “Special Use“ as a preferred option, decision was made to pursue “ Special Use (Conditional Use)” to limit potential building authority and control to one site, rather than going with “Permitted Use” which would result in general R-1 zoning inclusion. All members commented on factors which might impact on the surrounding residential area, and determination was made that the “Conditional Use” application available for “Special Use” situations would provide more control of the project. (As concreted areas (Carothers) , lighting (Reedy). No objections were raised to initiation of the “Special Use” application process, and Carothers was given the go-ahead to make arrangements to effectuate the application: (and which included):
1. Draft of ordinance, (with conditions indicated) and application for Woodyard.
2. Newspaper publication of Hearing 10-day prior to hearing (April 26th)
3. Applicable posting of property by City.
4. Public Hearing of Planning and Zoning Commission - (May 16th - 7PM).
5. Public Hearing of Mayor and Council (May 16th - 7:30 PM).
Another situation was the continuing issue of a storage container not complying with regulation, and for which the owner has been sent two letters (Carothers) requesting removal. Rex Adams stated that it has been an issue “since November 5th.” Reedy asked about a court date. Carothers said a request for abatement would be filed, and information should be available within “the next couple weeks.”
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.: Members discussed recent evaluation and trouble shooting of a sweeper (by Reedy and Pike - Reedy asked seller if they would consider $7,500, and the counter-offer was $9,000. Reedy recommended “leaving it” due to various problems with the unit.) Review will continue to locate an acceptable unit (2001 Elgin in Hannibal MO -( sale ending, 4/27 - current bid $2,500.)./ Lincoln-area unit Pike might check out). Council Mewes stated he would like to limit purchase price to $10,000 or below, and Reedy responded that there could well be considerable repair issues in that price range. Council member Reedy also told that the City of Beatrice indicated willingness to sweep the streets for the Municipality. Members agreed it might be the best option while the search for a new sweeper continues. Mayor Meyer asked that the City of Beatrice be contacted for a cost analysis and breakdown to determine if it might be a feasible temporary option. Employee Pike reported that the tar kettle is back in service, and street cracks will be addressed after Clean-Up day.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes): Employee Pike reported that this is in the maintenance plan (as time allows) , and individuals are being considered to assist the project.
PARK SIDEWALK: Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options: Council member Reedy and Employee Pike provided information from recent on-site review of the project area with Gilmore representatives, and where full-and-partial project options were discussed. Handicapped accessible considerations with cost-prohibitive factors were discussed. Council member Mewes suggested doing the short section “from Church-to-corner only.” Favor was given to - replacement of sidewalk (possibly resulting in removal of maple tree or curved pathway” - toward shelter-- rather than extended to the north.
Decision was made to come up with a drawing/drawing options (Pike - Berry (computer image?) to provide to local contractors to determine project price.
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP INITIAL EVALUATION: Rex Adams addressed members. He reported 134 service locations, with 10 being businesses, church, etc. --- 83% saturation/17% non-participatory. “Thirteen people not signed up.” He also suggested Temps “might be willing to subsidize the City for collecting for them” if mandatory trash removal was put into effect.
Comments concerning clean-up issues and mandatory pickup:
Glenn Mewes: “There would still be a problem - “even with mandatory pickup.”
Dan Disney: Mandatory pickup “won’t solve the problem, but would help.”
Connie Mewes: What about “ people with very minimal trash or with financial difficulties?”
Dean Cole: Need to “encourage community pride,” remove “embarrassing factors,” correct “health-related” infractions. People will “gravitate toward the positive” and come into the community.
Connie Mewes: “Letters are sent. People are “taken to court.” Problems are “not solved.”
Rex Adams: Many issues are “on-going problems, and need to be taken care of.”
Lonnie Meyer. We have “ordinances in place, procedures to follow.” “Give us a list of offenders, and we will take action.”
NEW GAME AT KENO LOUNGE: NEED FOR COUNCIL REVIEW/APPROVAL?: Mayor Meyer gave what information was currently available (from conversation with Ruby Morris) about a new game at the Keno Lounge. Attorney Carothers indicated that further information is needed to determine if the game falls within the existing contractual definition of a “Keno” game, or if an amended contract with the Keno Operator will be necessary. Full description of the game will be requested from the game provider, and that information will be forwarded to Carothers who will confer with Nebraska Gaming as necessary, to determine if the game is addressed contractually as is, or if changes are imperative.
DEAN COLE:
For: FEIT MEMORIAL PARK AND TENNIS COURT AREA - GRANTS, STRATEGIC PLANNING
And For: UPGRADING STREET SIGNS:
Dean Cole addressed members, and indicated his interest and availability to pursue many options with potential to improve the community and morale. No members expressed objection to his participation as an individual on behalf of City interest and without any designation of financial responsibility to the City. Issues will be addressed separately as projects develop.
Cole’s presentation included:
1. In the neighborhood of “$60,000 has been invested in the shelter, bathrooms, landscaping, wildlife habitat” of Trail Head. --- for walkers, bikers.
2. Many people have been using Feit Park -fishing, eating. Grants for improving “function and practicality” could be pursued through - Water Resources, Parks & Games, Resource Corp.
3. Blue River canoeing - every 4 hour rest stops. Desirability of these areas improved by landscape design, master gardening.
4. Impressed by use of the City Park. Would pursue (through Game & Park) improving Tennis Court, including updating lighting (Diller Electric est. - approx. $11,000 - grant available?) , addressing general deterioration. Suggested: storage for basketballs, and supply of basketballs, pressure spraying and addressing concrete issues.
5. Tree planting (Re-Tree NE Program)
6. College participation with projects.
7. Street signs (Emergency Management reference) - Check to see if there is funding available for refurbishing signs where needed.
8. Volunteers for “touching up” the sign at the City Park.
CLEAN-UP: Some reference in above topics. No additions to the clean-up list.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Rex Adams asked for review of Ward elimination for the Municipality due to limited representation interest within City. Carothers will look into possibilities.
Rex Adams expressed concern for the “littering” situation created by the Penny Press being cast indiscriminately onto driveways and yards, “accumulating in areas” where residents are away from home.
Contact with the newspaper to address the issue was suggested.
It was noted that flags at the Welcome sign again need to be replaced.
NEXT AGENDA:
HJP PEST CONTROL EXTENDED SEASONAL SPRAYING
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE- CASH/REPLACEMENT OPTION COMPARISONS
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
PARK SIDEWALK/DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP; Q & A SESSION WITH TEMPS DISPOSAL SERVICE (with considerations for reduced billing for low income and/or minimal use customers, subsidy to City for collection
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
WARD ELIMITATION (REX ADAMS)
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS (REX ADAMS)
CLEAN UP - REVIEW OF CLEAN-UP DAY, AND GENERAL ISSUES
Motion to adjourn: 9:08 PM - Neumann - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved May 2. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, April 6, 2017
April 4, 2017
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on April 4, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: John Berry, Ryan Wiese, Michelle Manes, Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Connie Mewes
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the March 21, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - 1,730.79; Salaries 2,995.56; Arbor Ink - $52.37; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $190.07; Norris Public Power - $1,261.10; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Reimb. - (Seat/Frame/Grate) - $360.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $115.01; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $332.10; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $239.96; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $2,527.46; Wymore Oil Company - $25.50; TOTAL CLAIMS: $9,914.92.
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE: Ryan Wiese and Michelle Manes gave the overview of the annual insurance package (new coverage cycle began - 4/3/17) with estimated annual premium total of $13,626.00. Suggestion was also included that the City may wish to compare premium cost for “cash” and “replacement value” options. Members agreed, and comparative figures are expected to be compiled for presentation at the next Regular meeting of Mayor and Council (4/18/17).
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE: Information not yet available.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications. Considerations for suggested members continue.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE : as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.: Mayor Meyer inquired as to whether the accessories wanted for the recently-purchased mower were acquired. Council member Reedy told that the “sun shade” and “trash bag” were included. Reedy also presented for consideration - information for a potential sweeper purchase ($12,000 Cummins 5.9, Isvsa 4 cyl, new hose, 11 22.5 tires, auto, 0 clean sweep, came from Beatrice - present location: Tekamah). Council member Reedy made a motion to approve $12,000 purchase of the sweeper, based on satisfactory evaluation of the unit by himself and Employee Pike (and other members as available), and the motion was seconded by Neumann and approved by a 4-0 affirmative vote.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes): Tabled until the next Regular meeting.
PARK SIDEWALK: (per: Carmichael - (which may include Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options: John Berry addressed members with the primary purpose of clarifying project scope, direction and intent. Keith Gilmore, John Berry, and Employee Pike and Council member Reedy will correlate schedules (“next week, but not Tuesday”) for on-site evaluation. Connie Mewes suggested the City might “fix the south side, and then wait and see what results in the way of successful grant applications.” Jan Morris is expected to provide the bulk of the information in regard to grants, and has stated to Council member Reedy that she is willing to make applications on behalf of the City.
CLEAN-UP: No activity.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Rex Adams addressed Mayor and Council, with brief comments by Dan Disney, and members responded to community improvement/clean-up issues, which included various aspects -- - (Adams) --- to: “get rid of blighted, neglected properties,” “suspend littering issues” - as indiscriminate and unsolicited tossing of flyers (Penny Press) throughout the community, “pursue County funds being committed to the south” and he recommended strong consideration for “mandatory garbage pick-up.” Mayor Meyer responded that the City needs to consider “majority wishes,” on the mandatory garbage pick-up issue. Adams’ further comments included appreciation as well as suggestions in reference to improvements obtained and resulting from “council leadership.” He also noted “unfair notoriety in the press” and suggested a better understanding could be derived from “block to block evaluation” of the tax base. “Society is changing,” Adams said, “and we should continue to “work toward change and take advantage of various options to clean up and improve the City. We have a great community, great people. We need to dedicate effort to change the existing cultural mindset.”
NEXT AGENDA:
HJP PEST CONTROL SEASONAL SPRAYING
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE- CASH/REPLACEMENT OPTION COMPARISONS
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes)
PARK SIDEWALK: Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP INITIAL EVALUATION
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 8:10 PM - Reedy - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved April 18. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine Roche (Regular Session)
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on April 4, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: John Berry, Ryan Wiese, Michelle Manes, Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Connie Mewes
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the March 21, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - 1,730.79; Salaries 2,995.56; Arbor Ink - $52.37; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $190.07; Norris Public Power - $1,261.10; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Reimb. - (Seat/Frame/Grate) - $360.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $115.01; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $332.10; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $239.96; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $2,527.46; Wymore Oil Company - $25.50; TOTAL CLAIMS: $9,914.92.
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE: Ryan Wiese and Michelle Manes gave the overview of the annual insurance package (new coverage cycle began - 4/3/17) with estimated annual premium total of $13,626.00. Suggestion was also included that the City may wish to compare premium cost for “cash” and “replacement value” options. Members agreed, and comparative figures are expected to be compiled for presentation at the next Regular meeting of Mayor and Council (4/18/17).
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE: Information not yet available.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications. Considerations for suggested members continue.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE : as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.: Mayor Meyer inquired as to whether the accessories wanted for the recently-purchased mower were acquired. Council member Reedy told that the “sun shade” and “trash bag” were included. Reedy also presented for consideration - information for a potential sweeper purchase ($12,000 Cummins 5.9, Isvsa 4 cyl, new hose, 11 22.5 tires, auto, 0 clean sweep, came from Beatrice - present location: Tekamah). Council member Reedy made a motion to approve $12,000 purchase of the sweeper, based on satisfactory evaluation of the unit by himself and Employee Pike (and other members as available), and the motion was seconded by Neumann and approved by a 4-0 affirmative vote.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes): Tabled until the next Regular meeting.
PARK SIDEWALK: (per: Carmichael - (which may include Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options: John Berry addressed members with the primary purpose of clarifying project scope, direction and intent. Keith Gilmore, John Berry, and Employee Pike and Council member Reedy will correlate schedules (“next week, but not Tuesday”) for on-site evaluation. Connie Mewes suggested the City might “fix the south side, and then wait and see what results in the way of successful grant applications.” Jan Morris is expected to provide the bulk of the information in regard to grants, and has stated to Council member Reedy that she is willing to make applications on behalf of the City.
CLEAN-UP: No activity.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Rex Adams addressed Mayor and Council, with brief comments by Dan Disney, and members responded to community improvement/clean-up issues, which included various aspects -- - (Adams) --- to: “get rid of blighted, neglected properties,” “suspend littering issues” - as indiscriminate and unsolicited tossing of flyers (Penny Press) throughout the community, “pursue County funds being committed to the south” and he recommended strong consideration for “mandatory garbage pick-up.” Mayor Meyer responded that the City needs to consider “majority wishes,” on the mandatory garbage pick-up issue. Adams’ further comments included appreciation as well as suggestions in reference to improvements obtained and resulting from “council leadership.” He also noted “unfair notoriety in the press” and suggested a better understanding could be derived from “block to block evaluation” of the tax base. “Society is changing,” Adams said, “and we should continue to “work toward change and take advantage of various options to clean up and improve the City. We have a great community, great people. We need to dedicate effort to change the existing cultural mindset.”
NEXT AGENDA:
HJP PEST CONTROL SEASONAL SPRAYING
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE- CASH/REPLACEMENT OPTION COMPARISONS
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes)
PARK SIDEWALK: Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP INITIAL EVALUATION
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 8:10 PM - Reedy - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved April 18. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, March 23, 2017
March 21, 2017
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 21, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, Connie Mewes
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the March 7, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $279.06; Salaries - $1,821.23, Black Hills Energy - $37.04; Blobaum & Busboom - (Examination/Financial Reports) - $3,250.00; Constellation Energy - $50.63; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Milton Pike (Reimb.) - $199.97; Schuster Outdoor RV, Inc. - (Mower) - $8,879.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Westlake Ace Hardware - $161.99; Windstream - $81.13; Wymore Arbor State - $60.75; TOTAL CLAIMS: $14,890.80.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION: (from: SENDD 3/14/17 correspondence): Final Project documents to be submitted to NDED. ---- Acknowledgment of action remaining: Final Status Report - copy to file. Final Wage Compliance Report - copy to file. Final Financial Report: Mayoral signature and date. Copy to grant file, original back to SENDD. Remaining: NDED Monitoring - to be scheduled by NDED at a future date.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications. Two names were noted for potential membership in the Commission -- Steve Mathews (by Reedy), Tim Brown (by Neumann). Council member Reedy will contact them to determine interest.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE :
as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.:
1.) The mower (Schusters - Beatrice) has been ordered (and included in meeting claims). It was noted (Reedy/Pike) that a trash bag and bolster seat have been ordered, and a FREE sun shade was given.
2.) Sweepers were discussed by all members. Carmichael noted that nothing was available “close by.” Reedy brought up two which were believed to be from a construction company - that are available in the Kansas City area, and that transportation charge to the City was anticipated to be $3.5 per loaded mile. Neumann called for consideration based on unit “miles in use.” Meyer expressed reluctance to consider one of them, due to “nothing being known” about the brand name (Swaize?) Meyer also wondered, “why construction company didn‘t trade them off, if they were still good units.” Pike said he knew of nothing good on the market at this time, but that he could make a call about those located by Reedy. Mewes told of hesitance to consider the purchase of anything in the $18,000 range (one available unit), since sweeper is used, “4-5 days a year only.” Carmichael agreed that $18,000 was “too high.” Meyer asked if Mike checked with a service provider about sweeping for the City, and Pike indicated he had not yet got in touch with an option in Crete. Meyer also suggested that dealers could be contacted to determine fair market value.
CLEAN-UP: No new information on a pending issue.
NEXT AGENDA:
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE :
as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes)
PARK SIDEWALK: (per: Carmichael - (which may include Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side
sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 8:02 PM - Reedy - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved April 4. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 21, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, Connie Mewes
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Carmichael, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the March 7, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $279.06; Salaries - $1,821.23, Black Hills Energy - $37.04; Blobaum & Busboom - (Examination/Financial Reports) - $3,250.00; Constellation Energy - $50.63; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Milton Pike (Reimb.) - $199.97; Schuster Outdoor RV, Inc. - (Mower) - $8,879.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Westlake Ace Hardware - $161.99; Windstream - $81.13; Wymore Arbor State - $60.75; TOTAL CLAIMS: $14,890.80.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION: (from: SENDD 3/14/17 correspondence): Final Project documents to be submitted to NDED. ---- Acknowledgment of action remaining: Final Status Report - copy to file. Final Wage Compliance Report - copy to file. Final Financial Report: Mayoral signature and date. Copy to grant file, original back to SENDD. Remaining: NDED Monitoring - to be scheduled by NDED at a future date.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications. Two names were noted for potential membership in the Commission -- Steve Mathews (by Reedy), Tim Brown (by Neumann). Council member Reedy will contact them to determine interest.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE :
as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.:
1.) The mower (Schusters - Beatrice) has been ordered (and included in meeting claims). It was noted (Reedy/Pike) that a trash bag and bolster seat have been ordered, and a FREE sun shade was given.
2.) Sweepers were discussed by all members. Carmichael noted that nothing was available “close by.” Reedy brought up two which were believed to be from a construction company - that are available in the Kansas City area, and that transportation charge to the City was anticipated to be $3.5 per loaded mile. Neumann called for consideration based on unit “miles in use.” Meyer expressed reluctance to consider one of them, due to “nothing being known” about the brand name (Swaize?) Meyer also wondered, “why construction company didn‘t trade them off, if they were still good units.” Pike said he knew of nothing good on the market at this time, but that he could make a call about those located by Reedy. Mewes told of hesitance to consider the purchase of anything in the $18,000 range (one available unit), since sweeper is used, “4-5 days a year only.” Carmichael agreed that $18,000 was “too high.” Meyer asked if Mike checked with a service provider about sweeping for the City, and Pike indicated he had not yet got in touch with an option in Crete. Meyer also suggested that dealers could be contacted to determine fair market value.
CLEAN-UP: No new information on a pending issue.
NEXT AGENDA:
ANNUAL INSURANCE PACKAGE
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM AUDIT UPDATE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE :
as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
BASKETBALL HOOP (per request: Connie Mewes)
PARK SIDEWALK: (per: Carmichael - (which may include Gilmore Plans/Drawings w/ handicap accessible considerations, south side
sidewalk treatment, full sidewalk treatment, and possibly grant options
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 8:02 PM - Reedy - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved April 4. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, March 9, 2017
March 7, 2017
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 7, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, Connie Mewes, Darcy Rownd
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the February 21, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,912.29; Salaries - $2,971.34; Arbor Ink - $198.88; Crete Ace Hardware - $72.47; Gilmore & Associates - (One/Six) - $364.00; Municipal Supply - $109.72; Norris Public Power - $1,333.93; NE Dept. of Rev (501N) - $258.95; One-Call Concepts, Inc. - $3.03; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb) - $47.50; Postmaster - $264.00; Security First Bank (IRA - Pike) - $55.00; Shell - $96.01; Tractor Supply - $235.96; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Lumber - $45.99; Wymore Oil Company - $152.95; TOTAL CLAIMS: $8,152.02.
RENT-FREE HALL USE (April 7 - Softball Girls Fund Raiser/Darcy Rownd): Darcy Rownd made the request. Discussion was followed by motion, second and vote (Mewes, Neumann; 4-0 affirmative) to approve rent-free use of City Hall for Softball Fund Raiser on April 7th, 2017.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION: No new information.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications. No recommendations for new members.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS: SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.: Council member Reedy circulated several estimates he had requested from local suppliers for new mower prices, and discussion of units followed. Agreement was reached for further consideration of the Schuster Outdoor & RV Inc. Estimate for a Lazer Z E-Series 72” Mower (with cr/for: Kawasaki FX75V V-Twin), leaving a price of $8,879.00. Based on understanding of there being no need to “advertise for bids” for purchases not exceeding $10,000 (and based on the stipulation of agreement from Attorney Carothers who will be contacted for certainty of action) a motion was made by Mewes, rescinded, then restated, to accept/approve the Schusters Outdoor & RV Inc. Estimate to purchase the unit. The motion was followed by a second by Neumann, and a 4-0 affirmative vote of approval. Accessory options will be review at the next Regular meeting, and, as approved, purchased separately.
Further equipment considerations: Council member Reedy stated that it is important “to get something done” on equipment needs. Carmichael recommended closure - “one thing at a time.” Since considerations for a mower have been decided, discussion turned to sweeper options. Employee Pike reported an undesirable situation of dirt build up on roads, which he described as presenting - “a sandpaper effect damaging to hard surfaces.” He indicated that he knew of a service provider in Crete he could contact to determine cost effectiveness and feasibility of an outside service provider for the community (for Memorial Day) while members determine the need and availability of sweeper purchase options. Members (Reedy, Carmichael) indicated their continued activity in checking out sweeper availability at such sites as Craig’s List and Purple Wave. The possibility of forming a committee to travel to check out promising options was discussed, but not firmed at this time. The tar kettle was discussed, with the one purchased from the County taken out of service, with accessories (as blink light) to be removed, and processes to be cleared with Attorney Carothers to initiate the salvage process of the unit originally purchased by the City for $50. The older unit was brought back into service, and is being used with definite attention to safety factors. Replacement is highly recommended, and will be addressed again at the next Regular meeting.
CLEAN-UP: No new issues.
NEXT AGENDA:
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE :
as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 8:40 PM - Reedy - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 21. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 7, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, Connie Mewes, Darcy Rownd
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the February 21, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,912.29; Salaries - $2,971.34; Arbor Ink - $198.88; Crete Ace Hardware - $72.47; Gilmore & Associates - (One/Six) - $364.00; Municipal Supply - $109.72; Norris Public Power - $1,333.93; NE Dept. of Rev (501N) - $258.95; One-Call Concepts, Inc. - $3.03; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb) - $47.50; Postmaster - $264.00; Security First Bank (IRA - Pike) - $55.00; Shell - $96.01; Tractor Supply - $235.96; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Lumber - $45.99; Wymore Oil Company - $152.95; TOTAL CLAIMS: $8,152.02.
RENT-FREE HALL USE (April 7 - Softball Girls Fund Raiser/Darcy Rownd): Darcy Rownd made the request. Discussion was followed by motion, second and vote (Mewes, Neumann; 4-0 affirmative) to approve rent-free use of City Hall for Softball Fund Raiser on April 7th, 2017.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION: No new information.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications. No recommendations for new members.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS: SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.: Council member Reedy circulated several estimates he had requested from local suppliers for new mower prices, and discussion of units followed. Agreement was reached for further consideration of the Schuster Outdoor & RV Inc. Estimate for a Lazer Z E-Series 72” Mower (with cr/for: Kawasaki FX75V V-Twin), leaving a price of $8,879.00. Based on understanding of there being no need to “advertise for bids” for purchases not exceeding $10,000 (and based on the stipulation of agreement from Attorney Carothers who will be contacted for certainty of action) a motion was made by Mewes, rescinded, then restated, to accept/approve the Schusters Outdoor & RV Inc. Estimate to purchase the unit. The motion was followed by a second by Neumann, and a 4-0 affirmative vote of approval. Accessory options will be review at the next Regular meeting, and, as approved, purchased separately.
Further equipment considerations: Council member Reedy stated that it is important “to get something done” on equipment needs. Carmichael recommended closure - “one thing at a time.” Since considerations for a mower have been decided, discussion turned to sweeper options. Employee Pike reported an undesirable situation of dirt build up on roads, which he described as presenting - “a sandpaper effect damaging to hard surfaces.” He indicated that he knew of a service provider in Crete he could contact to determine cost effectiveness and feasibility of an outside service provider for the community (for Memorial Day) while members determine the need and availability of sweeper purchase options. Members (Reedy, Carmichael) indicated their continued activity in checking out sweeper availability at such sites as Craig’s List and Purple Wave. The possibility of forming a committee to travel to check out promising options was discussed, but not firmed at this time. The tar kettle was discussed, with the one purchased from the County taken out of service, with accessories (as blink light) to be removed, and processes to be cleared with Attorney Carothers to initiate the salvage process of the unit originally purchased by the City for $50. The older unit was brought back into service, and is being used with definite attention to safety factors. Replacement is highly recommended, and will be addressed again at the next Regular meeting.
CLEAN-UP: No new issues.
NEXT AGENDA:
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER-ACCESSORY(PURCHASE)CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/OUTSIDE SERVICES/PURCHASE & SALVAGE :
as might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, ETC.
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 8:40 PM - Reedy - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 21. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Monday, March 6, 2017
February 21, 2017
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on February 21, 2017,in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann
ABSENT; Council member Reedy
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, Connie Mewes, Chris Peterson, Tim Brown, Hope Brown
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the February 7, 2017 Regular meeting AND Public Hearing for the One and Six Year Plan AND Public Hearing for Zoning Ordinance # 455.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - NE Dept. of Revenue (#10) - $297.25; Salaries $1,825.15; Black Hills Energy - $48.94; Constellation Energy - $98.14; Crete Ace Hardware - $104.97; Morris Used Cars - $239.65; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Security First Bank - (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $76.24; Wymore Arbor State - $125.05; Wymore Oil Company - $65.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $2,950.39 (&) from the Blue Springs Keno Lottery Account to the Blue Springs Keno Fund in the General Checking Account (Annual Fund Transfer) - $42,745.85.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION: No information to discuss.
PLANNING AND ZONING: No applications to discuss. No candidates for Planning & Zoning membership discussed. Mayor Meyer will review what was described by Connie Mewes as a “driveway barrier being erected, using pallets.”
DANGEROUS DOGS (FOLLOW-UP AS NECESSARY): No new information to discuss. Removed from agenda until such time as need arises to revisit issues. Mayor Meyer will make inquiries regarding a potential dangerous dog “put down.”
EQUIPMENT: BACKHOE PURCHASE: Chris Peterson gave an overview of a used backhoe soon available for purchase/replacement of City’s 30-yr old backhoe with 10,000 hrs: Initial specs: $18,900; fr City of Beatrice; primary operator - Lineweber; 6,000 hrs. Council member Mewes stated that he felt the City was more in need of a mower at this time. Council member Carmichael said he did not believe the City would be gaining enough hours with this unit to justify purchase. Further elements of discussion supported negative decision now, but time remains for further consideration.
CLEAN-UP, including DESIGNATION OF CLEAN-UP DAY: Determination was made to hold Spring Clean-Up Day on April 19th, with notification by “flyer” designated to community members and service providers -- 2-3 weeks before the scheduled event.
Other:
Mayor Meyer asked about operational status of crack-sealing equipment. Pike responded that the kettle heated for two days without material reaching required fluidity. Heating oil and tubing issues were considered in the problem-solving process, with operational safety recognized by all as a primary concern. Plans are to get the old machine out and use it.
NEXT AGENDA:
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS: BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, SWEEPER, ETC.
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 7:50 PM - Neumann - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 7. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Blue Springs Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on February 21, 2017,in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann
ABSENT; Council member Reedy
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, Connie Mewes, Chris Peterson, Tim Brown, Hope Brown
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the February 7, 2017 Regular meeting AND Public Hearing for the One and Six Year Plan AND Public Hearing for Zoning Ordinance # 455.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - NE Dept. of Revenue (#10) - $297.25; Salaries $1,825.15; Black Hills Energy - $48.94; Constellation Energy - $98.14; Crete Ace Hardware - $104.97; Morris Used Cars - $239.65; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Security First Bank - (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $76.24; Wymore Arbor State - $125.05; Wymore Oil Company - $65.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $2,950.39 (&) from the Blue Springs Keno Lottery Account to the Blue Springs Keno Fund in the General Checking Account (Annual Fund Transfer) - $42,745.85.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION: No information to discuss.
PLANNING AND ZONING: No applications to discuss. No candidates for Planning & Zoning membership discussed. Mayor Meyer will review what was described by Connie Mewes as a “driveway barrier being erected, using pallets.”
DANGEROUS DOGS (FOLLOW-UP AS NECESSARY): No new information to discuss. Removed from agenda until such time as need arises to revisit issues. Mayor Meyer will make inquiries regarding a potential dangerous dog “put down.”
EQUIPMENT: BACKHOE PURCHASE: Chris Peterson gave an overview of a used backhoe soon available for purchase/replacement of City’s 30-yr old backhoe with 10,000 hrs: Initial specs: $18,900; fr City of Beatrice; primary operator - Lineweber; 6,000 hrs. Council member Mewes stated that he felt the City was more in need of a mower at this time. Council member Carmichael said he did not believe the City would be gaining enough hours with this unit to justify purchase. Further elements of discussion supported negative decision now, but time remains for further consideration.
CLEAN-UP, including DESIGNATION OF CLEAN-UP DAY: Determination was made to hold Spring Clean-Up Day on April 19th, with notification by “flyer” designated to community members and service providers -- 2-3 weeks before the scheduled event.
Other:
Mayor Meyer asked about operational status of crack-sealing equipment. Pike responded that the kettle heated for two days without material reaching required fluidity. Heating oil and tubing issues were considered in the problem-solving process, with operational safety recognized by all as a primary concern. Plans are to get the old machine out and use it.
NEXT AGENDA:
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE MOWER CONSIDERATIONS,
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS: BACKHOE, TAR KETTLE, SWEEPER, ETC.
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: 7:50 PM - Neumann - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 7. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, February 9, 2017
February 7, 2017
The joint meeting of the Blue Springs City Council Public Hearing for consideration of Zoning Regulation Ordinance # 455 and the Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing for consideration of Zoning Regulation Ordinance # 455, the Public Hearing of the One & Six Year Plan, and the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council were held on February 7, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: City Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Planning & Zoning Commission members Bob Allen, Connie Mewes and Fred Laber, and Tim Brown
Notice of the meeting/hearings was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Reedy, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent the January 17, 2017 Regular meeting minutes.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Reedy, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - Internal Revenue (941) - $1,629.39; Salaries - $3,805.17; Constellation Energy - $163.57; Dale Fletcher - (Met. Dep. Ref.) - $17.70; NDEQ - (Exempt Status for Non-Discharging Lagoon Systems) - $100.00; NE Dept. of Revenue - (501N) - $206.07; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; NE Rural Water Association - (Membership) - $125.00; Norris Public Power - $1,377.44; Office Depot - $590.15; One-Call Concepts - $1.14; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00 (&) - (Postage Reimb. - $22.95; ; Postmaster - $162.00; Security First Bank - (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $162.50; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Lumber - $173.57; Wymore Oil Co. - $78.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $8.714.65 .
PUBLIC HEARING OF 1 & 6 YEAR PLANS - 7:30 PM
Mayor Meyer called for a motion to open the Public Hearing, which was made by Reedy, seconded by Neumann, and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote. Mayor Meyer called for comments on the One & Six Year Plan. No comments were made. In keeping with the desired timeline and to allow for late arrivals, the Public Hearing continued, but with other topics being discussed, the results of which are documented below (and officially addressed after close of Public Hearing).
At 7:40PM, a motion by Council member Reedy, second by Mewes, and an affirmative 4-0 vote closed the Public Hearing and returned proceedings to Regular Session.
A motion by was made by Council member Reedy, to adopt Resolution 2017-1. The resolution was read: WHEREAS: Section 39-2115 and Section 39-2119, 1969 C.S. - R.S. of Nebraska 1943 requires that each County and Municipality prepares a one and six year, specific road or street improvement plan and to file same with the State Highway Commission on or before March 1, 2017, and WHEREAS: The Mayor and City Council of the City of Blue Springs, in compliance with the statutes and regulations of the State Highway Commission, did hold a public hearing on the proposed one and six year specific street improvement plans in the City Hall on February 7, 2017, in accordance with the “Notice of Public Hearing,” a certified copy of such notice is attached, and WHEREAS, There were no objections filed or amendments made to the one and six year plan on file with the City Clerk and as presented at the hearing now, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That the City Council does hereby approve said one and six year plan as filed with the City Clerk, a copy of which is attached hereto, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the Mayor of the City is authorized to sign this resolution on behalf of the City Council and the City Council hereby approves the proposed one and six year plan... Adopted this 7th day of February 2017. The second was made by Neumann, and the vote was taken: (Council member - Carmichael - Yes; Mewes - Yes; Neumann - Yes; Reedy-- Yes ) to approve and adopt Resolution 2017-1, and therefore the One & Six Year Plan.
At 7:48 PM Mayor Meyer called for motion (Council member Reedy), second (Council member Neumann), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to open the joint City Council Public Hearing and Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing for Consideration of Zoning Regulations- Ordinance # 455, and discussion followed, which included recommendation of Planning & Zoning Commission (Allen - Yes; Laber - Yes, Mewes - Yes, but reluctantly) for Council approval; as well as the secondary issue of impact of ordinance under review on an already set storage container in the municipality (initiated by Mayor Meyer). Attorney Carothers advised that a letter has been drafted to that property owner to request removal - based on violation existing prior to the drafting and consideration of Ordinance # 455.
The Public Hearing for consideration of Zoning Regulation Ordinance # 455 was closed. (Motion: Mewes, second, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative vote).
A motion (by Neumann), second (by Carmichael), and a 4-0 affirmative vote suspended the rule of three readings for Ordinance # 455. A motion was made by Council member Reedy to approve Ordinance # 455. Ordinance # 455 was read. The second for the motion was made by Neumann, and the vote was 4-0 affirmative to accept/approve Ordinance # 455. The ordinance is available for Public review at the City office, and will also be posted on the City website.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: ANY PERTINENT INFORMATION: Acknowledgment of Mayoral signature on Request for CDBG Project Funds for Project Activities, and which was necessitated to correct clerical error (SENDD - Excel Ledger - DD # 6) and which changed the previously calculated Drawdown amount of $66,627.05 (per e-memo from Judi Meyer 1/24/17) to $71,860.10 - “in favor of Blue Springs.”
PLANNING AND ZONING: Nothing beyond Ordinance # 455 considerations.
DANGEROUS DOGS (FOLLOW-UP AS NECESSARY): No new information.
EQUIPMENT (AS NECESSARY): Information regarding a backhoe (Available from: Beatrice Water Department ---- 555E, S/N - 31005789, Model year 1997, 4X4 cab and heat, 6200 hours, extenda hoe, hand tool hydraulic circuitry - $18,900.00 - Quote # 21 - 2/2/19 -- Decision requested by 4/1/17). Further described as mechanically very sound. Will be considered (to be priory inspected by employee Pike/members) at the February 21, 2017 Regular meeting.
ANNUAL REVIEW/TRANSFER OF FUNDS -- KENO PROCEEDS/LOTTERY ACCOUNT (Recommended Keno Funds Remaining balance: $15,000). Balance on December 2016 (most recent) City Treasurer report was: $57,745.85, leaving a potential transfer amount of $ 42,745.85. Transfer of that amount was approved by motion by Reedy, second by Mewes, and a 4-0 affirmative vote.
CLEAN-UP: Review continues (Attorney Carothers) for transfer of ownership of one property on the clean up list, and subsequent anticipated closure of issue. Mayor Meyer asked that members consider the timeline for Spring Clean-up day (which is usually the 3rd week in April).
NEXT AGENDA:
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION.
PLANNING AND ZONING
DANGEROUS DOGS (FOLLOW-UP AS NECESSARY)
EQUIPMENT:BACKHOE PURCHASE
CLEAN-UP, including DESIGNATION OF CLEAN-UP DAY
Motion to adjourn: 7:55 PM -Mewes - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting and Ordinance # 455 Public Hearing, and One & Six Year Plan Public Hearing were read and approved February 21. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session/Public Hearings Ord. #455, and the One & Six Year Plan)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session/Public Hearing Ord. #455, and the One & Six Year Plan)
The joint meeting of the Blue Springs City Council Public Hearing for consideration of Zoning Regulation Ordinance # 455 and the Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing for consideration of Zoning Regulation Ordinance # 455, the Public Hearing of the One & Six Year Plan, and the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council were held on February 7, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: City Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Planning & Zoning Commission members Bob Allen, Connie Mewes and Fred Laber, and Tim Brown
Notice of the meeting/hearings was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearings/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Reedy, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent the January 17, 2017 Regular meeting minutes.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Reedy, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct: - Internal Revenue (941) - $1,629.39; Salaries - $3,805.17; Constellation Energy - $163.57; Dale Fletcher - (Met. Dep. Ref.) - $17.70; NDEQ - (Exempt Status for Non-Discharging Lagoon Systems) - $100.00; NE Dept. of Revenue - (501N) - $206.07; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; NE Rural Water Association - (Membership) - $125.00; Norris Public Power - $1,377.44; Office Depot - $590.15; One-Call Concepts - $1.14; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00 (&) - (Postage Reimb. - $22.95; ; Postmaster - $162.00; Security First Bank - (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $162.50; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Lumber - $173.57; Wymore Oil Co. - $78.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $8.714.65 .
PUBLIC HEARING OF 1 & 6 YEAR PLANS - 7:30 PM
Mayor Meyer called for a motion to open the Public Hearing, which was made by Reedy, seconded by Neumann, and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote. Mayor Meyer called for comments on the One & Six Year Plan. No comments were made. In keeping with the desired timeline and to allow for late arrivals, the Public Hearing continued, but with other topics being discussed, the results of which are documented below (and officially addressed after close of Public Hearing).
At 7:40PM, a motion by Council member Reedy, second by Mewes, and an affirmative 4-0 vote closed the Public Hearing and returned proceedings to Regular Session.
A motion by was made by Council member Reedy, to adopt Resolution 2017-1. The resolution was read: WHEREAS: Section 39-2115 and Section 39-2119, 1969 C.S. - R.S. of Nebraska 1943 requires that each County and Municipality prepares a one and six year, specific road or street improvement plan and to file same with the State Highway Commission on or before March 1, 2017, and WHEREAS: The Mayor and City Council of the City of Blue Springs, in compliance with the statutes and regulations of the State Highway Commission, did hold a public hearing on the proposed one and six year specific street improvement plans in the City Hall on February 7, 2017, in accordance with the “Notice of Public Hearing,” a certified copy of such notice is attached, and WHEREAS, There were no objections filed or amendments made to the one and six year plan on file with the City Clerk and as presented at the hearing now, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That the City Council does hereby approve said one and six year plan as filed with the City Clerk, a copy of which is attached hereto, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the Mayor of the City is authorized to sign this resolution on behalf of the City Council and the City Council hereby approves the proposed one and six year plan... Adopted this 7th day of February 2017. The second was made by Neumann, and the vote was taken: (Council member - Carmichael - Yes; Mewes - Yes; Neumann - Yes; Reedy-- Yes ) to approve and adopt Resolution 2017-1, and therefore the One & Six Year Plan.
At 7:48 PM Mayor Meyer called for motion (Council member Reedy), second (Council member Neumann), and vote (4-0 affirmative) to open the joint City Council Public Hearing and Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing for Consideration of Zoning Regulations- Ordinance # 455, and discussion followed, which included recommendation of Planning & Zoning Commission (Allen - Yes; Laber - Yes, Mewes - Yes, but reluctantly) for Council approval; as well as the secondary issue of impact of ordinance under review on an already set storage container in the municipality (initiated by Mayor Meyer). Attorney Carothers advised that a letter has been drafted to that property owner to request removal - based on violation existing prior to the drafting and consideration of Ordinance # 455.
The Public Hearing for consideration of Zoning Regulation Ordinance # 455 was closed. (Motion: Mewes, second, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative vote).
A motion (by Neumann), second (by Carmichael), and a 4-0 affirmative vote suspended the rule of three readings for Ordinance # 455. A motion was made by Council member Reedy to approve Ordinance # 455. Ordinance # 455 was read. The second for the motion was made by Neumann, and the vote was 4-0 affirmative to accept/approve Ordinance # 455. The ordinance is available for Public review at the City office, and will also be posted on the City website.
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: ANY PERTINENT INFORMATION: Acknowledgment of Mayoral signature on Request for CDBG Project Funds for Project Activities, and which was necessitated to correct clerical error (SENDD - Excel Ledger - DD # 6) and which changed the previously calculated Drawdown amount of $66,627.05 (per e-memo from Judi Meyer 1/24/17) to $71,860.10 - “in favor of Blue Springs.”
PLANNING AND ZONING: Nothing beyond Ordinance # 455 considerations.
DANGEROUS DOGS (FOLLOW-UP AS NECESSARY): No new information.
EQUIPMENT (AS NECESSARY): Information regarding a backhoe (Available from: Beatrice Water Department ---- 555E, S/N - 31005789, Model year 1997, 4X4 cab and heat, 6200 hours, extenda hoe, hand tool hydraulic circuitry - $18,900.00 - Quote # 21 - 2/2/19 -- Decision requested by 4/1/17). Further described as mechanically very sound. Will be considered (to be priory inspected by employee Pike/members) at the February 21, 2017 Regular meeting.
ANNUAL REVIEW/TRANSFER OF FUNDS -- KENO PROCEEDS/LOTTERY ACCOUNT (Recommended Keno Funds Remaining balance: $15,000). Balance on December 2016 (most recent) City Treasurer report was: $57,745.85, leaving a potential transfer amount of $ 42,745.85. Transfer of that amount was approved by motion by Reedy, second by Mewes, and a 4-0 affirmative vote.
CLEAN-UP: Review continues (Attorney Carothers) for transfer of ownership of one property on the clean up list, and subsequent anticipated closure of issue. Mayor Meyer asked that members consider the timeline for Spring Clean-up day (which is usually the 3rd week in April).
NEXT AGENDA:
CDBG PROJECT # 15 PW-015: PROGRAM CLOSE INFORMATION.
PLANNING AND ZONING
DANGEROUS DOGS (FOLLOW-UP AS NECESSARY)
EQUIPMENT:BACKHOE PURCHASE
CLEAN-UP, including DESIGNATION OF CLEAN-UP DAY
Motion to adjourn: 7:55 PM -Mewes - No objection.
The minutes of the Regular meeting and Ordinance # 455 Public Hearing, and One & Six Year Plan Public Hearing were read and approved February 21. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session/Public Hearings Ord. #455, and the One & Six Year Plan)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session/Public Hearing Ord. #455, and the One & Six Year Plan)
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