Tuesday, February 7, 2023
February 7, 2023
The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held 7:00 PM, February 7, 2023, at the Blue Springs City Hall.
Council President Sedlacek called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken.
PRESENT: Council members Neumann, Reedy, Sedlacek
ABSENT: Mayor Meyer, Council member Riensche
OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Milton Pike, Heather McKinney, Dean Cole, Cindy Rutan, Rex Adams, Jodi Adams, Derek Kostal, Carol Hughes, Fairbury Journal News Associate
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 (Reedy ), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve as sent minutes for the January 17, 2023 Regular meeting of Mayor and Council.
Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $2,020.24; Payroll - $ 5,494.53; Beatrice Daily Sun - $63.20; Beatrice Iron and Metal - $20.60; Black Hills Energy - $45.36; Blobaum and Busboom (Examination of Financial Records) - $3,620.00; Farmers Cooperative - $63.84; Lauby Plumbing, Heating, Air - $134.77; Municipal Supply - $131.25; NE Dept of Revenue (51C) - $657.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $301.84; NE Rural Water Association - (Membership) - $200.00; One-Call Concepts - $1.18; Milton Pike -(Telephone Comp.) -- $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Sample) - $29.20; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Temps Disposal Service (Mandatory) - $2,515.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,110.00;Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (tower) - $841.66; Wymore Oil Company - $144.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $17,478.67.
WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: No new information.
PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted): No new applications.
DEMOLITION PROJECT: Arrangements (including use of Schlake equipment), are being lined up for May demolition of designated structures.
CLEAN-UP: No improvement noted on one property. Another is nearing the scheduled court date. Carothers brought to attention of members a “mini-landfill” situation developing and whereat occupants are dwelling in violation of City mandate (without having public utilities).
Carothers will draft a letter requesting cleanup of the mini landfill situation, as well as evacuation of the premises.
ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2023-1/ REVISION: Carothers went through the proposed ordinance, indicating each clause he recommended to add, delete or change (as: dealing with rate structure, insurance, scope and restrictions), and a motion (Neumann), second (Sedlacek), and 3-0 affirmative vote followed to authorize Carothers to present changes to Zito to solicit their agreement so that the final document can be drafted for approval of both parties. A copy of the proposed ordinance is attached to the office copy of the minutes and available for public review.
STREET SIGN GRANT APPLICATION RESULTS, AS AVAILABLE: $1,473 grant was not awarded to the City due to “no resources available.”
FAIRBURY JOURNAL NEWS: PUBLICATION OF CITY NOTICES: Motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and a 3-0 affirmative vote approved future publication of minutes and all public notices in the Fairbury Journal News.
REQUEST FOR ZONING CHANGE: HEATHER MC KINNEY: McKinney asked for clarification of 6-340 MISDEMEANORS; UNLICENSED OR INOPERABLE VEHICLES, specifically in regard to if it applied equally to commercial and residential properties. Carothers explained that residential and commercial properties not associated with vehicle repair/maintenance/sales were equal in compliance requirements with 6-340, but businesses dealing with vehicle repair/maintenance/sales are evaluated by separate criterion, but certainly not exempt from scrutiny.
20X20 CITY PARCEL FOR MOWER SHED: OPAT - REX ADAMS: Initially, Adams requested permission to have the OPAT portable mower shed (10x16) placed on City property on Broad Street at a location that would, due to size, require preparation and approval of a variance, and Carothers agreed to initiate paperwork and publication with the Fairbury Journal News, however; Employee Pike suggested it be placed on City property adjacent to City Hall. Adams indicated that it would be an even better location, thereby making the need for a variance hearing unnecessary.
Other: Dean Cole presented information about grant requests for the City Park and Feit Memorial Park (Waterwise/Gage County Foundation, for which he solicited consideration for park equipment, benches, public bathroom, etc. to at least in part comply with an upcoming March grant deadline, and considerations (Game and Parks) - Land Water Resource Trail fund (May 5, 10AM review). Although members could not
debate particulars, they were given handouts (budget table) and information to enrich the discussion of the Blue Springs City Park Project 2023 when it is on the agenda at the next regular meeting.
NEXT AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF ANNUAL AUDIT
WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND
PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted)
DEMOLITION PROJECT
CLEAN-UP
ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION
BLUE SPRINGS CITY PARK PROJECT 2023, INCLUDING PLANS, MATCH-FUND POSSIBILITIES/IN-KIND DETERMINATIONS, TIMELINES, ETC.
There being no further business, a motion was made by Reedy at 7:30 PM to adjourn.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved February 21, 2023.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
January 17, 2023
The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held 7:00 PM, January 17, 2023, at the Blue Springs City Hall.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Riensche, Sedlacek
ABSENT; Council member Reedy
OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Andy Carothers, Employee Milton Pike, Curt Hagerman, Connie Mewes, Rex Adams, Jodi Adams, Curt Hagerman, Devin Dorn, Deb Dorn, Derek Kostal , Carol Hughes, Dean Cole
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 (Sedlacek ), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve as sent minutes for the January 3, 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) - 108.25; Payroll - $2,753.31; Beatrice Daily Sun - $59.15; Beatrice Iron/Metal - $45.60; Constellation Energy - $18.58; Johnny’s Welding - $151.34; NE Dept. of Revenue (Charitable Gaming - Late Charge 51C) - 45.35; Norris Public Power - $1,076.19; One-Call Concepts - $2.40; Milton Pike - (Postage Reimb/Water Sample) - $27.70; Postmaster - $208.00; Security First Bank - (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Visa - $719.73; Windstream - $85.07; City of Wymore (Tower/Individual) - $1,066.31; TOTAL CLAIMS: $6,421.98..
WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: Preliminary application has been submitted for the City by Gilmore and Associates.
PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted) : No new applications were submitted. TIF applications were provided by Carothers (for future applicants).
DEMOLITION PROJECT: R. Adams initiated conversation about the Thomas Grant awarding period and the availability of Schlake excavating equipment.
CLEAN-UP: One property owner has a week before trial date. Another property owner has a pending District Court date. Kostal noted that a future public awareness notice regarding vehicles in violation of City ordinance might include contact information for Beatrice Scrap and procedure and title surrender qualifications.
ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2023-1/ REVISION: Carothers brought suggested changes to the Zito provided ordinance to the attention of members, and requested members to review them and be prepared at the next meeting to provide input. When all issues are determined, Carothers will provide a copy to Zito for their review/input/acceptance.
STREET SIGN GRANT APPLICATION RESULTS, AS AVAILABLE: No new information.
OPAT/REX ADAMS - STREET CLOSING FOR JUNE 3 TENNIS COURT USE FOR
FUNDRAISER: Motion (Sedlacek), second (Riensche), and 3-0 affirmative vote approved the closing of ‘A’ Street from Lincoln to Broad for the June 3, 2023 “Blues, Brats, Beer in Blue Springs” OPAT fund raiser, which will also have a cornhole tournament at the Tennis Court, and bike rides, etc.
GULLY DESIGN PLAN: DEAN COLE// URBAN FORESTRY: DEAN COLE:
Cole provided handouts which included the following(with full copy attached to the office copy of the minutes for review upon request): Top soil - fill dirt, plant materials, trees, seeding information, for grant funds amounting to a low estimate of $3,472 and potential $5,000, location sketch, and tree listing, as well as in-kind work/materials (City) - backhoe, planting labor, mulch (wood chips) tree removal). Also specifics, as: remove 6 trees, replace with hardwoods, evergreens, land filling west of bridge, - form a “green space,” restore ATV path. Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 3-0 affirmative vote in favor of Cole taking the plan to the next level, and for Cole to act as the “lead agency” to take the project to completion (April 2023- April 2024). Cole noted that Urban Forestry is “interested in working with the small community of Blue Springs”, and plans will include potential planting along Broad Street, Walnut, and ‘A’, and members approved Cole to give permission on behalf of the City for a tree inventory which is an initial step in the restoration process.
OTHER: R. Adams suggested that city members give some thought to initiating a half percent City sales tax in the future (next election - 2 years).
NEXT AGENDA:
WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND
PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted)
DEMOLITION PROJECT
CLEAN-UP
ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2023-1/ REVISION
STREET SIGN GRANT APPLICATION RESULTS, AS AVAILABLE
There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:57 PM to adjourn.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved February 7, 2023.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
January 3, 2023
The Regular meeting of Mayor and Council of Blue Springs, Nebraska was held 7:00 PM, January 3, 2023, at the Blue Springs City Hall.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer; Council members Neumann, Reedy, Riensche, Sedlacek
ABSENT;
OTHERS PRESENT: Employee Milton Pike, Connie Mewes, Rex Adams, Curt Hagerman
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), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve as sent minutes for the December 20, 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) - $2,700.48; Payroll - $4,230.29; Beatrice Daily Sun - $93.58; Beatrice Ready Mixed - $188.44; Howell Automotive - $69.11; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $351.00; NE U.C. Fund - $1.23; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; NE Public Health Environ. Labs - $30.00; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $110.00; Temps Disposable Service (Mandatory ) - $2,509.00; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Christmas Shut-off broken water line - reimbursable by customer) - $75.00; TOTAL CLAIMS 10,388.13.
WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND: Application process underway.
PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted): No new applications for consideration.
DEMOLITION PROJECT: Adams suggested identification of timeline of Spring projec for information purposes for property owners and project furtherance, including Thomas Grant application schedule, and availability of Schlake demolition equipment, and Adams will make contacts as necessary to acquire this information.
CLEAN-UP: Adams provided location and estimated count (no less than 80 conservative) of junked/inoperable/unlicensed vehicles, semi trailers, campers, etc. within the City, and pros and cons were discussed about need and action preferred/or necessary for eventual elimination of infractions. Discussion determined that a copy of the relevant ordinance be mailed to all addresses, in hopes of increasing awareness/stimulating interest/encouraging action for removal prior to springtime initiation of formal identification/action requests/legal address as may result. Secondary procedure will be discussed with the City Attorney at the next Regular meeting.
ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2022-6/ REVISION: It was noted that fiber optic project will be complete in approx. 6 months. Contract/Resolution discussion will begin based on changes Carothers deems necessary for the best interest of the City. This will be addressed at the next Regular meeting.
Other: Adams provided information about submission for grant funds for the replacement of 38 ($1,400) street signs (A & Broad). Compliance with grant submission has been met, and results will be shared with members as becomes available.
NEXT AGENDA:
WATER PROJECT/STATE REVOLVING FUND
PLANNING & ZONING - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMITS (as submitted)
DEMOLITION PROJECT
CLEAN-UP
ZITO MIDWEST CONTRACT/RESOLUTION 2023-1/ REVISION
STREET SIGN GRANT APPLICATION RESULTS, AS AVAILABLE
There being no further business, a motion was made by Riensche at 7:30 PM to adjourn.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 17, 2023.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Hearing/Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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)
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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)
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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)
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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)
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