Thursday, July 20, 2017
July 18, 2017
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on July 18, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy (arrived 7:35PM)
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: City Employee Mike Pike, Rex Adams, Fred Laber, Gladys Cary, Connie Mewes, Monica Sedlacek
Notice of the meeting/hearing was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. Proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened hearing/meeting was open to public attendance.
At 7:30 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 July 5, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $239.92; Salaries - $1,957.02; Black Hills Energy - $23.11; NE Dept. of Revenue (51C) - $1,943.00; NE U.C. Fund - $84.15; Office Depot - $139.94; One-Call Concepts - $2.28; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $23.75; Schuster’s Outdoor & RV - $145.08; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $74.13; Wymore Arbor State - $197.44; Wymore Lumber - $24.95; TOTAL CLAIMS: $4,909.77 & from City of Blue Springs Street Project Account (Reimb. for payments made locally) to City of Blue Springs General Checking (Keno Fund) -- $85,433.12.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications or concerns.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE, SEWER MACHINE: Employee Pike reported that the sweeper is working well. He also gave a status report on the sewer machine - “needs work,” - serpentine belt, carburetor work (Carmichael) , and members authorized him to pursue necessary repairs.
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING: Employee Pike stated that it is currently too hot for concrete work. Members authorized him to remove tree that infringes upon the current sidewalk/curbing. Rex Adams reminded members of $1,000 grant application possibility (Gage County, NE US) for equipment/work on municipal parks.
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS/INSURANCE COVERED DAMAGES - /TIN/ASPHALT REPAIR PROCEDURES: Members discussed the documented findings of the insurance adjustor, and determinations were made to initiate a bidding/estimate process to address roof repair options (asphalt vs. tin vs. coating) for City Hall building, restroom building, and the park shelter. City Attorney Carothers will be provided with a copy of the adjustor’s report and asked for procedural guidelines.
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP/SIMPLE “YES/NO” versus ORDINANCE - BALLOT CONSIDERATIONS: Conversation by Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Neumann, Mewes, and Reedy, as well as: comments by Employee Pike, Rex Adams, Fred Laber, Connie Mewes and Monica Sedlacek, --- in combination supported expanded definition of conditions: - clear explanation of payment tiers (by number and size of containers, and as affected by “senior citizen” discount, nature of exclusions (as gardens/garages? as apply to non-generation of trash, and recommendation (Adams) that “the City set own guidelines, and Temps either accept it or not.” The possibility of a “survey mailing” was favorably discussed-- to solicit public opinion, and City Attorney Carothers will be contacted for advisement. Connie Mewes asked if Mayor Meyer (and members) thought mandatory trash pickup would have major impact on chronic conditions of clean-up infractions, and Mayor Meyer indicated that mandatory trash pickup should not be anticipated to be a solution. One particular property was specifically noted, and various solutions were posed: as -- City assistance with removal of bags (Carmichael); suggestion against “setting precedent” (Adams) that might encourage reluctance in clean-up by some property owners and generate expectation of City help/solution; possibility of intervention by another agency (Sedlacek) - “Hotline telephone number for Health/Safety (Child Welfare) is available.” For the particular situation under review, it was advised by Mayor Meyer, supported by Adams, and agreed upon by members to review the outcome of legal action (July 25 Court date) prior to making further determinations.
WARD TO AT-LARGE DETERMINATIONS - A BALLOT ISSUE: Council member Neumann took a stand against at-large determination, saying, “it is a step closer to designation of Blue Springs as a village, ” and presents a situation wherein a possibility exists that a group of individuals from an isolated area of town might not as effectively serve the community. Mewes supported her view. Rex Adams noted that the population has dropped significantly, encapsulating the community in less than a half-mile radius, and “at-large” determination could bring into City official seats a greater number of people “who want to serve.”
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION: No new considerations or information.
COMPUTER/PRINTER (requested by Reedy): Council member Reedy asked if there were any problems. City Clerk had no complaints about the current equipment, suggested that future changes (as mandatory trash/ a software program option for billing utilities) might make it advisable and more cost-effective to review office equipment needs at a time of significant change. Council member Carmichael asked that they be advised if any problem or need arises.
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME - PROJECT # 1/MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS (PAINTING/SPRUCING UP PRIOR TO ANNUAL CELEBRATION DAY - FOLLOWUP REVIEW AS MIGHT BE NECESSARY: Some painting (trim) has been accomplished, and plans are activated for installation of siding on City Hall building face and west side. Employee Pike and Rex Adams provided information regarding local contractors who have been consulted by the OPAAT group for interpretation of needs/measurements/guidance/start-up . Purchase considerations are either underway or anticipated, as -- Wymore Lumber/Blue Valley Door.
CLEAN UP which will include INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES: Court date for one property owner was continued from July 11 to July 25 - due to medical issues. Letters were requested for two property owners to clarify expectations in reference to removal of “all” junked/unlicensed/ inoperable vehicles on properties.
NEXT AGENDA:
PAVEMENT BREAKUP (WALNUT AREA/INTERSECTION) - CONCRETE WORK ADVISED (CARMICHAEL)
HALL RENTAL OPTIONS: ZUMBA EXERCISE GROUP (MONICA SEDLACEK)
PLANNING AND ZONING
EQUIPMENT: REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/NEEDS
PARK SIDEWALK/REMOVAL OF TREE
CITY BUILDINGS/ REPAIR WORK - BID LETTING PROCESS
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP- TEMPS CONTRACT/ BALLOT CONSIDERATIONS
WARD TO AT-LARGE BALLOT DETERMINATIONS
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME - PROJECT # 1/MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS (PAINTING/SPRUCING UP PRIOR TO ANNUAL CELEBRATION DAY - FOLLOWUP REVIEW AS MIGHT BE NECESSARY
CLEAN UP which will include INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES.
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes - Time: 8:30 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved August 1. 2017.
Mayor - Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk - Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, July 6, 2017
June 20, 2017
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on June 20, 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, Tim Stutzman (Emergency Management), Tiffany Henrichs (Arbor State), Shelby Temps (Temps Disposal), City Attorney Andy Carothers, Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Carol Hughes, Gladys Cary, Eric Chab, Chelsea Chab, Steven Porter, Judy Norman, Bob Waldorf, Phyllis Norris, Shirley Martin, Connie Mewes, Ronda Mewes (and minor); Tim Brown, Hope Brown, Judy Nomiare, Mary Ells, Nancy Bond
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 June 6, 2017 Public Hearing and 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) - $231.02; Salaries - $2,369.71; Black Hills Energy - $23.46; EMC Insurance - $305.00; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $23.75; Postmaster - $166.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $36.41; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $73.81; Wymore Oil Company - $195.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $3,494.16.
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE: Scheduling conflicts prohibited attendance by Ryan Wiese, but EMC Property Insurance Quote options were provided to members -- which included current ACV values ($1,833), and the “higher” replacement cost RC values, with all property subject to coverage except for the cabin due to its age. Also provided was property insurance cost for each option, along with a few different deductible options to consider. Comparative analysis at the next Regular meeting will be supported by the materials provided.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No applications or new information.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE: No new information.
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING: No new information.
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS: Discussion of members resulted in determination to contact the insurance provider (EMS - Ryan Wiese) for evaluation of roof in reference to “hail damage,” followed by “tin/asphalt” repair options (bid process?).
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP ORDINANCE #458; TEMPS CONTRACT: City Attorney Carothers provided for review of members a rough draft of an Ordinance for mandatory solid waste removal, stating also that the ordinance needs to be “as clear as it can be.” Conditions and procedure were discussed. 1. Carothers asked Shelby Temps if they accepted grass clippings, yard waste, and the response was, “minimal.” 2. Within the initial draft, mandatory pickup was determined for all residential, commercial, industrial customers with utility service (water, sewer, electric) that “generated waste.” 3. Potential monthly rates (once-weekly pick-up) were: 96 gal. - $21.00; 65 gal. - $20.00, Own receptacle - $18.00, Senior Citizen rate $14.00, with stipulations to be determined in that category in regard to age/income/trash limit, as 2 - 35 gallon cans a week. 4. Discussion of situations of 2-container variance charges. 5. Method of handling delinquent accounts at “cut-off” date if determination made for City collection for trash removal. 6. Need for roll-offs within the City “exclusively” dedicated to Temps. 7. Council member Reedy inquired as to situations where a property owner has one home, but more than one service address (as storage building with water hookup), and the determining factor was understood to be meeting the requirement of “utility service and the generation of waste.”
Suggestion by Mayor Meyer, and further discussion took mandatory garbage pickup in the direction of a ballot issue (May 2018), and review will begin (in subsequent Council sessions), to determine if it should be included on the ballot as a “Yes” or “No” option, or an actual Ordinance vote, which in initial assessment would be “specific” so - “clarifying and fair.”
Rex Adams inquired as to whether changing the “City 2-ward” classification to an “at-large” arrangement might also be put on the ballet, since it might be done at “minimal additional cost at the same time,” and that was considered a viable option for determination at subsequent council assembly.
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION: It was noted that other materials have been added to the property. Previously determined legal proceedings are in process.
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS: Rex Adams told of contacts he has made. He also gave several possible options for addressing the issue if improvement is not achieved, the primary choice being a letter to the Journal Star from the City to request suspension of present delivery method (tossing issues on properties) , and secondarily to initiate action to handle the issue as a “littering” offense. Although possible response was not limited to that previously noted, members decided to allow a reasonable time lapse to allow for improvement that may already be in the works, and, if the problem is not sufficiently rectified, to first go with the primary option of a letter to the Journal Star by the City.
GOAT RUNNING LOOSE - EAST SIDE OF TOWN: Resolved.
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME/ INTRO/UPDATE: (REX ADAMS): Primaries were identified as: Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Dean Cole, Gene (Radar) Reedy. Many comments were made by those attending for purpose of furthering the non-profit, community-support group agenda which seeks to work with the City toward City improvement. Topics included general clean-up of community, possibility of City demolition/disposal, possible use of Keno funds, grant application to Thomas Foundation (aspects yet to be clearly defined) and then focus settled on proposed activity desired prior to the Annual Car/Tractor Show event in August. One-Property-at-a-Time group focused on sprucing up/painting municipal structures, and members shared positive response to the willingness of the group to undertake the initial project with their volunteer force (although a professional force might well be needed in future projects), but with the City responsible for the cost of paint and applicable other supplies. The group was asked to refine and expand information of the initial clean-up project, and bring to the July 5th Regular meeting and review of Mayor and Council the parameter, color-scheme, and anticipated cost. The OPAAT group has other projects in mind, which they intend to bring forward at subsequent meetings. Attorney Carothers stated, “bring projects for budget consideration.” Council member Reedy suggested “updating the City restroom building” as a potential future project.
CLEAN UP: List of inoperable?/unlicensed? vehicles prepared by a citizen was reviewed, and the topic drew much comment, (some heated), from attendees who questioned the viability, focus, and fairness of City approach to “inoperable/unlicensed” vehicle concerns. City Attorney Carothers endeavored to bring heated debate to an end by stating that the decision of procedure on the topic did not fall to any one individual with a complaint but to the regulation and compliance-based determinations of Mayor and Council, and also that despite zoning or established ownership of property, “no person is allowed to maintain a nuisance situation.” Considerations were tabled to allow for verification and refinement of the “vehicle” list, and that might include “sheriff running plates for the City (Carothers)”. Other issues: )- A property transfer is not yet completed. Legal action will be initiated for court proceedings (2 weeks court/ 4 wks. closure?) A property owner who has not complied with necessary requirements (certified letter previously sent) of trash removal was relegated to court action.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Tim Stutzman - Emergency Management - advised that information is being accumulated in reference to recent storm damages and repair costs to incorporate affected municipalities into a NEMA federal disaster declaration to send to D.C. for potential Presidential signature. The damages incorporated were described as “damage done to public property, roads, buildings, and the requirement in manpower hours to address such damage.” He then assisted the City with a “City of Blue Springs Disaster Declaration” requiring Mayoral decision and signatures.
NEXT AGENDA:
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE, SEWER MACHINE
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS/INSURANCE COVERED DAMAGES - /TIN/ASPHALT REPAIR PROCEDURES
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP/SIMPLE “YES/NO” versus ORDINANCE - BALLOT CONSIDERATIONS
WARD TO AT-LARGE DETERMINATIONS - A BALLOT ISSUE
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
CONTINUED PENNY PRESS DELIVERY REVIEW
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME - PROJECT # 1/MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS (PAINTING/SPRUCING UP PRIOR TO ANNUAL CELEBRATION DAY - PARAMETER, COLOR-SCHEME, ANTICIPATED COST
CLEAN UP which will include, VERIFICATION/REFINEMENT OF LIST OF INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES.
Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy - Time: 9:10 PM No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved July 5. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on June 20, 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, Tim Stutzman (Emergency Management), Tiffany Henrichs (Arbor State), Shelby Temps (Temps Disposal), City Attorney Andy Carothers, Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Carol Hughes, Gladys Cary, Eric Chab, Chelsea Chab, Steven Porter, Judy Norman, Bob Waldorf, Phyllis Norris, Shirley Martin, Connie Mewes, Ronda Mewes (and minor); Tim Brown, Hope Brown, Judy Nomiare, Mary Ells, Nancy Bond
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 June 6, 2017 Public Hearing and 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) - $231.02; Salaries - $2,369.71; Black Hills Energy - $23.46; EMC Insurance - $305.00; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $23.75; Postmaster - $166.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $36.41; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $73.81; Wymore Oil Company - $195.00; TOTAL CLAIMS: $3,494.16.
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE: Scheduling conflicts prohibited attendance by Ryan Wiese, but EMC Property Insurance Quote options were provided to members -- which included current ACV values ($1,833), and the “higher” replacement cost RC values, with all property subject to coverage except for the cabin due to its age. Also provided was property insurance cost for each option, along with a few different deductible options to consider. Comparative analysis at the next Regular meeting will be supported by the materials provided.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No applications or new information.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE: No new information.
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING: No new information.
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS: Discussion of members resulted in determination to contact the insurance provider (EMS - Ryan Wiese) for evaluation of roof in reference to “hail damage,” followed by “tin/asphalt” repair options (bid process?).
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP ORDINANCE #458; TEMPS CONTRACT: City Attorney Carothers provided for review of members a rough draft of an Ordinance for mandatory solid waste removal, stating also that the ordinance needs to be “as clear as it can be.” Conditions and procedure were discussed. 1. Carothers asked Shelby Temps if they accepted grass clippings, yard waste, and the response was, “minimal.” 2. Within the initial draft, mandatory pickup was determined for all residential, commercial, industrial customers with utility service (water, sewer, electric) that “generated waste.” 3. Potential monthly rates (once-weekly pick-up) were: 96 gal. - $21.00; 65 gal. - $20.00, Own receptacle - $18.00, Senior Citizen rate $14.00, with stipulations to be determined in that category in regard to age/income/trash limit, as 2 - 35 gallon cans a week. 4. Discussion of situations of 2-container variance charges. 5. Method of handling delinquent accounts at “cut-off” date if determination made for City collection for trash removal. 6. Need for roll-offs within the City “exclusively” dedicated to Temps. 7. Council member Reedy inquired as to situations where a property owner has one home, but more than one service address (as storage building with water hookup), and the determining factor was understood to be meeting the requirement of “utility service and the generation of waste.”
Suggestion by Mayor Meyer, and further discussion took mandatory garbage pickup in the direction of a ballot issue (May 2018), and review will begin (in subsequent Council sessions), to determine if it should be included on the ballot as a “Yes” or “No” option, or an actual Ordinance vote, which in initial assessment would be “specific” so - “clarifying and fair.”
Rex Adams inquired as to whether changing the “City 2-ward” classification to an “at-large” arrangement might also be put on the ballet, since it might be done at “minimal additional cost at the same time,” and that was considered a viable option for determination at subsequent council assembly.
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION: It was noted that other materials have been added to the property. Previously determined legal proceedings are in process.
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS: Rex Adams told of contacts he has made. He also gave several possible options for addressing the issue if improvement is not achieved, the primary choice being a letter to the Journal Star from the City to request suspension of present delivery method (tossing issues on properties) , and secondarily to initiate action to handle the issue as a “littering” offense. Although possible response was not limited to that previously noted, members decided to allow a reasonable time lapse to allow for improvement that may already be in the works, and, if the problem is not sufficiently rectified, to first go with the primary option of a letter to the Journal Star by the City.
GOAT RUNNING LOOSE - EAST SIDE OF TOWN: Resolved.
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME/ INTRO/UPDATE: (REX ADAMS): Primaries were identified as: Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Dean Cole, Gene (Radar) Reedy. Many comments were made by those attending for purpose of furthering the non-profit, community-support group agenda which seeks to work with the City toward City improvement. Topics included general clean-up of community, possibility of City demolition/disposal, possible use of Keno funds, grant application to Thomas Foundation (aspects yet to be clearly defined) and then focus settled on proposed activity desired prior to the Annual Car/Tractor Show event in August. One-Property-at-a-Time group focused on sprucing up/painting municipal structures, and members shared positive response to the willingness of the group to undertake the initial project with their volunteer force (although a professional force might well be needed in future projects), but with the City responsible for the cost of paint and applicable other supplies. The group was asked to refine and expand information of the initial clean-up project, and bring to the July 5th Regular meeting and review of Mayor and Council the parameter, color-scheme, and anticipated cost. The OPAAT group has other projects in mind, which they intend to bring forward at subsequent meetings. Attorney Carothers stated, “bring projects for budget consideration.” Council member Reedy suggested “updating the City restroom building” as a potential future project.
CLEAN UP: List of inoperable?/unlicensed? vehicles prepared by a citizen was reviewed, and the topic drew much comment, (some heated), from attendees who questioned the viability, focus, and fairness of City approach to “inoperable/unlicensed” vehicle concerns. City Attorney Carothers endeavored to bring heated debate to an end by stating that the decision of procedure on the topic did not fall to any one individual with a complaint but to the regulation and compliance-based determinations of Mayor and Council, and also that despite zoning or established ownership of property, “no person is allowed to maintain a nuisance situation.” Considerations were tabled to allow for verification and refinement of the “vehicle” list, and that might include “sheriff running plates for the City (Carothers)”. Other issues: )- A property transfer is not yet completed. Legal action will be initiated for court proceedings (2 weeks court/ 4 wks. closure?) A property owner who has not complied with necessary requirements (certified letter previously sent) of trash removal was relegated to court action.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Tim Stutzman - Emergency Management - advised that information is being accumulated in reference to recent storm damages and repair costs to incorporate affected municipalities into a NEMA federal disaster declaration to send to D.C. for potential Presidential signature. The damages incorporated were described as “damage done to public property, roads, buildings, and the requirement in manpower hours to address such damage.” He then assisted the City with a “City of Blue Springs Disaster Declaration” requiring Mayoral decision and signatures.
NEXT AGENDA:
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE, SEWER MACHINE
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS/INSURANCE COVERED DAMAGES - /TIN/ASPHALT REPAIR PROCEDURES
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP/SIMPLE “YES/NO” versus ORDINANCE - BALLOT CONSIDERATIONS
WARD TO AT-LARGE DETERMINATIONS - A BALLOT ISSUE
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
CONTINUED PENNY PRESS DELIVERY REVIEW
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME - PROJECT # 1/MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS (PAINTING/SPRUCING UP PRIOR TO ANNUAL CELEBRATION DAY - PARAMETER, COLOR-SCHEME, ANTICIPATED COST
CLEAN UP which will include, VERIFICATION/REFINEMENT OF LIST OF INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES.
Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy - Time: 9:10 PM No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved July 5. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
July 5, 2017
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on July 5, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: City Attorney Andy Carothers (late arrival due to conflicting scheduling and which necessitated “tabling” certain topics), Ryan Wiese, Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Carol Hughes, Fred Laber, Gladys Cary, Eric Chab, Chelsea Chab, Steven Porter, Shirley Martin, John Hill, Connie Mewes, Ronda Mewes (and minor);Kaylie Diekman, Donna Dvorak, Dean Cole
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, Neumann ,4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the June 20, 2017 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Direct Payment - Internal Revenue Service - (941) - $2,698.28; Salaries - $3,023.56; Constellation Energy - $4.69; Lincoln Journal Star (Flyers - Municipal Publicity) - $150.68; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $324.32; Norris Public Power - $1,226.87; Pickrell Lumber - (Cabin) - $37.90; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $10.00; Tractor Supply - $39.94; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $289.57; Wymore, City of (Tower/Individual) - $2,376.43; Wymore Oil Company - $174.30; Wymore Super Foods - $20.83; TOTAL CLAIMS: $10,462.37.
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE: Ryan Wiese gave the presentation of property quote options (Handout attached to office copy of minutes and available for public review) - which is herein summarized: Coverage/Premium - Commercial Property -ACV $1,833 -- Commercial Property - RC w/$500 Ded - $3,896 -- Commercial Property RC w/$1,000 Ded -- $3,660 - Commercial Property RC w/ $2,500 Ded - $3,280. He indicated that coverage could be split between ACV and RC, if desired. Following discussion, a motion was made by Council member Reedy, seconded by Mewes, and approved in a 4-0 affirmative vote to go with “Commercial Property RC w/$1,000 Ded - $3,660. Wiese advised that no additional coverage will be needed for the Annual Car/Tractor Day festivities (covered under General). Also, in reference to hall rental - “any signed form does not protect against the possibility of lawsuit,” and more an issue for the City attorney, so no changes were made to terminology of the rental agreement at this time. (Copy of the agreement is attached to office copy of minutes and available for public review.)
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: No new applications or considerations.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE, SEWER MACHINE: No new information.
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING: Council member Reedy and Employee Pike are to work together to determine measurement aspects for the project.
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS/INSURANCE COVERED DAMAGES - /TIN/ASPHALT REPAIR PROCEDURES: Arrangements have been made with insurance carrier for roof inspection to determine any storm-related damage. Determination of repair options will follow.
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP/SIMPLE “YES/NO” versus ORDINANCE - BALLOT CONSIDERATIONS: No new information at this time. Tabled.
WARD TO AT-LARGE DETERMINATIONS - A BALLOT ISSUE: No new information at this time. Tabled.
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION: Legal action in process. Tabled.
CONTINUED PENNY PRESS DELIVERY REVIEW: Problem considered minimized. Removed from agenda.
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME - PROJECT # 1/MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS (PAINTING/SPRUCING UP PRIOR TO ANNUAL CELEBRATION DAY - PARAMETER, COLOR-SCHEME, ANTICIPATED COST:
For the City building - brown with white trim was suggested (Martin). It was noted by several that there is deterioration of siding on the front of City Hall, and it was suggested that vinyl siding be purchased and put on the front (with replacement also of any damaged boards beneath), and on the west side. Replacing four boards, and the color blue, with blue strip, and door stenciling was suggested for the bathroom building, and cleaning the interior . Following discussion, a motion was made (Reedy) seconded (Carmichael) and received a 4-0 affirmative vote to approve the ‘One Property at a Time’ group to make supply/material purchases on behalf of the City (Wymore Lumber) and begin work on the current project which includes: front and west side vinyl siding, and painting as necessary- - of City Hall building, painting and re-lettering the City garage (face) next to City Hall, the City sign, and cleaning and painting (as necessary) the City restroom building.
In another area of concern, consideration was requested (Adams) for a “line-item” (budget) determination of Keno funds for City improvements as requested by the ‘One Property at a Time’ group and approved by Mayor and Council -- (demolitions//clean-ups - asbestos abatement, betterment) (and believed to be congruent with Ruby Morris, Keno Operator’s wishes). Mayor Meyer noted that Elwin Morris (Fuzz) specified “paving” at the beginning of Keno operations as the primary initiative for use of Keno funds, and that much remains (25 blocks/& Walnut Street) to be done in that area, and so funds should be protected for that purpose. Since some of the paving work that remains does not fall within the parameter of “grant” funding restrictions and requirements, as Fouts between Hazen and ‘A’, and also Cherry /- A & Grant (County ownership considerations) and which therefore would need to be done solely with City funds or special circumstance, careful management of Keno funds is required. Mayor Meyer also asked (by example of the previous decision regarding the initial OPAAT - above) it there was sufficient indication that the City was in a cooperative stance in regard to community betterment. Group members agreed, but consideration was still requested (Adams) for a “line-item” budget determination of some amount (even minimum of $1,000-$2,000?) No assignment was made at this time.
AUGUST 20 CAR/TRACTOR SHOW: Officially set budget, discussion of activities, as necessary: $5,000 budget approved by motion (Neumann), second (Reedy), and 4-0 affirmative vote.
CLEAN UP which will include, VERIFICATION/REFINEMENT OF LIST OF INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES: Many clean-up issues were noted within discussion, and personal viewpoints were strong and expressly stated, be it in reference to a call for cooperation between City officials, the OPAAT group and the citizenry (Adams, Cole), or variance in what was discussed as optimal clean-up approach and suggestion (Cole) that a data base be set up for follow-up on issues addressed (in particular - unlicensed/inoperable/junked vehicles), and to which Mayor Meyer responded on the impracticality of data-base follow-up as based on ever-changing clean-up circumstances - “relocating offense to another area, which required re-visitation of the infraction as a new issue.” Contradictory opinions were strongly expressed. Council member Reedy suggested that the “conversation was going nowhere, and should be stopped.” Attention focused on two other vehicle issues with input given by Mayor and all members as well as Chelsea Chab, Rex Adams, Dan Disney, Ronda Mewes, Connie Mewes. Various options were requested, as letters by City Clerk, but that was reversed by the request to have Employee Pike take pictures of both infractions, and to send them to City Attorney Carothers for prompt legal attention.
Other: Council member Carmichael noted a pothole situation (Walnut Street area) which he thought could be rectified by concrete.
NEXT AGENDA:
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE, SEWER MACHINE
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS/INSURANCE COVERED DAMAGES - /TIN/ASPHALT REPAIR PROCEDURES
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP/SIMPLE “YES/NO” versus ORDINANCE - BALLOT CONSIDERATIONS
WARD TO AT-LARGE DETERMINATIONS - A BALLOT ISSUE
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
COMPUTER/PRINTER (requested by Reedy)
ONE PROPERTY AT A TIME - PROJECT # 1/MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS (PAINTING/SPRUCING UP PRIOR TO ANNUAL CELEBRATION DAY - FOLLOWUP REVIEW AS MIGHT BE NECESSARY
CLEAN UP which will include INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES.
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes - Time: 8:33 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved July 18. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, June 8, 2017
June 6, 2017
The PUBLIC HEARING for Special Use Permit Application (Woodyard)/as covered by Ordinance # 457, and the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on June 6, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT; Council member Carmichael
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Dan Disney, Carol Hughes, Gladys Cary, Eric Chab, Judy Norman (and friend), Tim Brown, Hope Brown, Donna Dvorak
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, Neumann, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the May 16, 2017 Public Hearing and Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: ) - Bank Direct - Internal Revenue (941-May) - $1,664.41; Salaries -$6,925.96; Beatrice Concrete - $253.38; Blue Springs Cemetery (Annual Taxes) - $2,800.00; Blue Springs Rural Fire Department (Annual Taxes) - $2,900.00; Constellation Energy - $9.86; Jerry’s Diesel Service- $180.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N - May) - $204.56; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,226.77; One-Call Concepts - $1.89; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $462.07; Tractor Supply - $25.98; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $190.35; Wymore Lumber - $84.27; TOTAL CLAIMS: $17,029.50.
7:30 PM - PUBLIC HEARING: SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION (WOODYARD) - -- Hearing called to order (7:05 PM- Motion - (Mewes), second - (Neumann), vote 3-0 affirmative).
Attorney Carothers conveyed Planning & Zoning Commission statement of recommendation to Council to approve Special Use Permit Application (Woodyard)/as covered by Ordinance # 457, amended to include lighting stipulations, and called or comments/questions from attendees. No questions or comments were made. Following discussion by Mayor and Council, motion (Reedy), second (Mewes) and 3-0 affirmative vote to amend Ordinance #457 to include lighting stipulations (lighting above unit doors only, shining down on doors). Rule of three readings suspended by motion (Reedy), second (Neumann) and 3-0 affirmative vote. Ordinance # 457 was read by Attorney Carothers, and which included amended information for added lighting stipulations - “lights above unit doors only, shining down on doors”. Ordinance # 457, as amended, was approved by motion (Mewes), second (Neumann), and 3-0 affirmative vote. Motion to close Public Hearing (Neumann), second (Mewes), and 3-0 affirmative vote, and proceedings were returned to Regular session.
PLANNING & ZONING: Building permit application for Woodyard storage unit facility (previously receiving P & Z recommendation for Council approval) was approved by motion (Mewes), second (Reedy), and 3-0 affirmative vote. Applicant will be informed of fees ($24.00 - building permit; $25.00 special use).
NEXT AGENDA:
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS
MANDATOR TRASH PICKUP ORDINANCE #458; TEMPS CONTRACT
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS
GOAT RUNNING LOOSE - EAST SIDE OF TOWN
CLEAN UP
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7:40 PM loss of quorum due to schedule conflict of member (Mewes) resulted in postponement of remaining topics on agenda and session close.
The minutes of the /Public Hearing/ Regular meeting were read and approved June 20. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
The PUBLIC HEARING for Special Use Permit Application (Woodyard)/as covered by Ordinance # 457, and the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on June 6, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT; Council member Carmichael
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Dan Disney, Carol Hughes, Gladys Cary, Eric Chab, Judy Norman (and friend), Tim Brown, Hope Brown, Donna Dvorak
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, Neumann, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the May 16, 2017 Public Hearing and Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: ) - Bank Direct - Internal Revenue (941-May) - $1,664.41; Salaries -$6,925.96; Beatrice Concrete - $253.38; Blue Springs Cemetery (Annual Taxes) - $2,800.00; Blue Springs Rural Fire Department (Annual Taxes) - $2,900.00; Constellation Energy - $9.86; Jerry’s Diesel Service- $180.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N - May) - $204.56; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,226.77; One-Call Concepts - $1.89; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $462.07; Tractor Supply - $25.98; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $190.35; Wymore Lumber - $84.27; TOTAL CLAIMS: $17,029.50.
7:30 PM - PUBLIC HEARING: SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION (WOODYARD) - -- Hearing called to order (7:05 PM- Motion - (Mewes), second - (Neumann), vote 3-0 affirmative).
Attorney Carothers conveyed Planning & Zoning Commission statement of recommendation to Council to approve Special Use Permit Application (Woodyard)/as covered by Ordinance # 457, amended to include lighting stipulations, and called or comments/questions from attendees. No questions or comments were made. Following discussion by Mayor and Council, motion (Reedy), second (Mewes) and 3-0 affirmative vote to amend Ordinance #457 to include lighting stipulations (lighting above unit doors only, shining down on doors). Rule of three readings suspended by motion (Reedy), second (Neumann) and 3-0 affirmative vote. Ordinance # 457 was read by Attorney Carothers, and which included amended information for added lighting stipulations - “lights above unit doors only, shining down on doors”. Ordinance # 457, as amended, was approved by motion (Mewes), second (Neumann), and 3-0 affirmative vote. Motion to close Public Hearing (Neumann), second (Mewes), and 3-0 affirmative vote, and proceedings were returned to Regular session.
PLANNING & ZONING: Building permit application for Woodyard storage unit facility (previously receiving P & Z recommendation for Council approval) was approved by motion (Mewes), second (Reedy), and 3-0 affirmative vote. Applicant will be informed of fees ($24.00 - building permit; $25.00 special use).
NEXT AGENDA:
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
CITY BUILDING ROOF REPAIRS
MANDATOR TRASH PICKUP ORDINANCE #458; TEMPS CONTRACT
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS
GOAT RUNNING LOOSE - EAST SIDE OF TOWN
CLEAN UP
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7:40 PM loss of quorum due to schedule conflict of member (Mewes) resulted in postponement of remaining topics on agenda and session close.
The minutes of the /Public Hearing/ Regular meeting were read and approved June 20. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
Thursday, May 18, 2017
May 16, 2017
The PUBLIC HEARING for Zoning Ordinance # 456, and the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on May 16, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: SENDD Executive Director Tom Bliss, Planning & Zoning Commission member Connie Mewes; Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Shelby Temps, Ronda Mewes (and minor child); Rex Adams, Chelsea Chab, Tim Brown, Hope Brown, 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, 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 May 3, 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) - $284.81; Salaries $ 1,960.29; Black Hills Energy - $25.01; Constellation Energy - $36.59; Nationwide Insurance - (Clerk Bond) - $100.00; One-Call Concepts - $4.53; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Samples) - $46.70; Postmaster - $166.00; Katherine Roche (Postage Reimb - Cert Letter) - $6.59; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Temps Disposal (Clean-up Day Roll-offs) - $356.37; Windstream - $71.60; Wymore Lumber - $23.23; TOTAL CLAIMS: $3,136.72.
7:30 PM - PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING ORDINANCE # 456- -- Hearing called to order (7:45 PM (after address of certain regular agenda topics) - Motion - (Neumann), second - (Carmichael), vote 4-0 affirmative) to open hearing. )
Attorney Carothers conveyed Planning & Zoning Commission statement of recommendation to Council to approve Ordinance # 456. Following discussion, motion (Mewes), second (Neumann) and 4-0 affirmative vote to close Public Hearing and return to Regular session.
ZONING ORDINANCE #456 - Rule of three readings suspended by (Motion -Carmichael, second - Mewes, 4-0 affirmative vote). Attorney Carothers read Ordinance # 456. Motion to approve Ordinance # 456 by Mewes, second by Neumann, followed by 4-0 affirmative vote. Per Employee Pike, contact will be made, as specific to support timeline of a “Special“ permit application to address potential upcoming issues.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: Becky Reedy was offered as a potential member of the Commission, and no objections were stated. Mayor Meyer designated Becky Reedy a new member.
TOM BLISS (EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - SENDD): Introduction only: Tom Bliss introduced himself to Mayor and Council. His message was one of continuing good will and cooperation for Blue Springs participation in SENDD services. He took with him the second signed Request for CDBG Project Funds for Activities -- DD # 12 - $71,860.10, and the gratitude of Mayor and Council.
RYAN WIESE (INSURANCE PACKAGE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTION): Cancelled due to weather. Will be carried forward on agenda.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/
PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, ETC: Focus was primarily on the sweeper purchase option presented by Council member Carmichael. - (Particulars: Used 1996 Elgin Pelican - Serial # P-1932-S; 3 Wheel; Front Dump - 3.5 yd, High Dump; Gutter Brooms - 1; No Lube System; No High Pressure Water Wand; No Catch Basin Cleaner) Sale Price - $7,150, delivered priced $8,500.00 -- Supplier: Wm. Nobbe & Co - 9 Sainte Genevieve, Missouri 63670, Phone (573) - 883-5703). Carmichael conveyed the following extra information: Unit has 12,000 miles on it. Was purchased new and used in a 5,000 population city, that traded it in for another new unit. Was fully serviced to function as rental equipment, with some new parts (as brooms) and all parts in working order. The possibility of requesting sales warranty agreement - 90 days- was discussed, but not required since it would be a “dealer sale, not from an auction.” Also, warranty insurance was discussed, but not determined. Motion to purchase the sweeper was made by Council member Mewes, seconded by Neumann, and approved within a 4-0 affirmative vote. Since up-front total payment is required by the vendor for the $8,500 delivered price, wire service arrangements will be made.
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING: No drawings are yet available, but Council member Reedy and Employee Pike will meet to take measurements to facilitate the project. Also, all members were in agreement for the City to remove the tree that is damaging sidewalk and curbing, and Council member Mewes asked for attention to another tree nearby that he described as posing traffic visibility issues at an intersection. It was also noted (Meyer) to contact Bob Allen regarding planting “smaller trees” at a later date.
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP; TEMPS PROPOSAL (Shelby): Shelby Temps gave the presentation: City could bill customers for the service on Water/Sewer bill. $1.00 each account (96 gallon & 65 gallon pick-ups only, not any reduced - as senior citizen lower rate pick-ups) paid to City for collection. Prices to customers: 96 gal - $21.00; 65 gal - $20; own container - $18; second bins - half price--Senior citizen - (Reedy suggestion) - $14.00? Shelby anticipated revenue to City for collection at about $1,300 annually. Temps would continue to bill for roll-offs, one-call dumpsters, extra pick-ups.
Mayor Meyer questioned the advisability of increased administrative time (office and bank collection) and overall cost in a situation of minimal gain (only 8-13 locations not getting trash pick-up already). Adams countered, “Mandatory trash pick-up is a step in the right direction for community clean-up ….proactive….because doing nothing changes nothing.” Mayor Meyer held firm to his previous stance on cost-effectiveness, advisability, and support of present clean-up procedure. A motion was made by Council member Reedy, seconded by Neumann, and approved in a 4-0 affirmative vote for Attorney Carothers to draw up an ordinance for mandatory garbage pick-up. Carothers requested a copy of the current trash removal contract with Temps for considerations of correlation, amendment, and updating.
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION: Attorney Carothers informed members that he has drafted and sent a letter to the owner of a storage container to request its removal from location at C-1 designated area. Chelsea Chab requested clarification, citing that it “looks better than many places in town,” and that there are other storage containers (owner and address not provided) situated around the community. Carothers requested details, but none were provided. Members attempted to clarify the “grandfathered-in” aspect of the situation, but Ms. Chab was not satisfied with that explanation, and suggested as a solution - building a building over the unit or applying for “special” use permit.
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS: Rex Adams told of his contact with the Lincoln publisher, and indicated that someone would be getting back to him in regard to policy revision for distribution. It was suggested that people might sign up to get the Penny Press, rather than continued random distribution. It was, however, noted that the “littering” aspect of the present delivery system has diminished somewhat, with less copies noticed accumulating or lying around.
MFO DISTRIBUTION: $925.28: Hold funds in Fire Fund (or) give to Fire Department?: Following discussion, Mayor Meyer suggested that the money be held in the City Fire Fund to be available for the replacement of hydrants as needed, and also for allocation to the Fire Department for projects for which funds might be requested. Employee Pike will contact Brad to share information in this regard.
CLEAN UP: Mayor Meyer requested that further review be made toward compiling a list of unlicensed vehicles to address at the next Regular meeting. One clean-up issue remains on the current list .
NEXT AGENDA: JUNE 6,2017)
7:00 PM --PUBLIC HEARING: PLANNING & ZONING - Special Use Permit - Woodward
7:30 PM - PUBLIC HEARING: MAYOR & COUNCIL - Special Use Permit - Woodyard
Followed by Regular session:
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
MANDATOR TRASH PICKUP ORDINANCE #457; TEMPS CONTRACT
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS
CLEAN UP
Motion to adjourn 8:35 PM Neumann (Rescinded) - more discussion.
Motion to adjourn 8:40 PM Neumann - No objection.
The minutes of the /Public Hearing Regular meeting were read and approved June 6. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
The PUBLIC HEARING for Zoning Ordinance # 456, and the Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on May 16, 2017, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT;
OTHER ATTENDEES: SENDD Executive Director Tom Bliss, Planning & Zoning Commission member Connie Mewes; Employee Milton Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Shelby Temps, Ronda Mewes (and minor child); Rex Adams, Chelsea Chab, Tim Brown, Hope Brown, 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, 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 May 3, 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) - $284.81; Salaries $ 1,960.29; Black Hills Energy - $25.01; Constellation Energy - $36.59; Nationwide Insurance - (Clerk Bond) - $100.00; One-Call Concepts - $4.53; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb. - Water Samples) - $46.70; Postmaster - $166.00; Katherine Roche (Postage Reimb - Cert Letter) - $6.59; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Temps Disposal (Clean-up Day Roll-offs) - $356.37; Windstream - $71.60; Wymore Lumber - $23.23; TOTAL CLAIMS: $3,136.72.
7:30 PM - PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING ORDINANCE # 456- -- Hearing called to order (7:45 PM (after address of certain regular agenda topics) - Motion - (Neumann), second - (Carmichael), vote 4-0 affirmative) to open hearing. )
Attorney Carothers conveyed Planning & Zoning Commission statement of recommendation to Council to approve Ordinance # 456. Following discussion, motion (Mewes), second (Neumann) and 4-0 affirmative vote to close Public Hearing and return to Regular session.
ZONING ORDINANCE #456 - Rule of three readings suspended by (Motion -Carmichael, second - Mewes, 4-0 affirmative vote). Attorney Carothers read Ordinance # 456. Motion to approve Ordinance # 456 by Mewes, second by Neumann, followed by 4-0 affirmative vote. Per Employee Pike, contact will be made, as specific to support timeline of a “Special“ permit application to address potential upcoming issues.
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP: Becky Reedy was offered as a potential member of the Commission, and no objections were stated. Mayor Meyer designated Becky Reedy a new member.
TOM BLISS (EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - SENDD): Introduction only: Tom Bliss introduced himself to Mayor and Council. His message was one of continuing good will and cooperation for Blue Springs participation in SENDD services. He took with him the second signed Request for CDBG Project Funds for Activities -- DD # 12 - $71,860.10, and the gratitude of Mayor and Council.
RYAN WIESE (INSURANCE PACKAGE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTION): Cancelled due to weather. Will be carried forward on agenda.
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS, OUTSIDE SERVICES/
PURCHASE As might include - SWEEPER, BACKHOE, ETC: Focus was primarily on the sweeper purchase option presented by Council member Carmichael. - (Particulars: Used 1996 Elgin Pelican - Serial # P-1932-S; 3 Wheel; Front Dump - 3.5 yd, High Dump; Gutter Brooms - 1; No Lube System; No High Pressure Water Wand; No Catch Basin Cleaner) Sale Price - $7,150, delivered priced $8,500.00 -- Supplier: Wm. Nobbe & Co - 9 Sainte Genevieve, Missouri 63670, Phone (573) - 883-5703). Carmichael conveyed the following extra information: Unit has 12,000 miles on it. Was purchased new and used in a 5,000 population city, that traded it in for another new unit. Was fully serviced to function as rental equipment, with some new parts (as brooms) and all parts in working order. The possibility of requesting sales warranty agreement - 90 days- was discussed, but not required since it would be a “dealer sale, not from an auction.” Also, warranty insurance was discussed, but not determined. Motion to purchase the sweeper was made by Council member Mewes, seconded by Neumann, and approved within a 4-0 affirmative vote. Since up-front total payment is required by the vendor for the $8,500 delivered price, wire service arrangements will be made.
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING: No drawings are yet available, but Council member Reedy and Employee Pike will meet to take measurements to facilitate the project. Also, all members were in agreement for the City to remove the tree that is damaging sidewalk and curbing, and Council member Mewes asked for attention to another tree nearby that he described as posing traffic visibility issues at an intersection. It was also noted (Meyer) to contact Bob Allen regarding planting “smaller trees” at a later date.
MANDATORY TRASH PICKUP; TEMPS PROPOSAL (Shelby): Shelby Temps gave the presentation: City could bill customers for the service on Water/Sewer bill. $1.00 each account (96 gallon & 65 gallon pick-ups only, not any reduced - as senior citizen lower rate pick-ups) paid to City for collection. Prices to customers: 96 gal - $21.00; 65 gal - $20; own container - $18; second bins - half price--Senior citizen - (Reedy suggestion) - $14.00? Shelby anticipated revenue to City for collection at about $1,300 annually. Temps would continue to bill for roll-offs, one-call dumpsters, extra pick-ups.
Mayor Meyer questioned the advisability of increased administrative time (office and bank collection) and overall cost in a situation of minimal gain (only 8-13 locations not getting trash pick-up already). Adams countered, “Mandatory trash pick-up is a step in the right direction for community clean-up ….proactive….because doing nothing changes nothing.” Mayor Meyer held firm to his previous stance on cost-effectiveness, advisability, and support of present clean-up procedure. A motion was made by Council member Reedy, seconded by Neumann, and approved in a 4-0 affirmative vote for Attorney Carothers to draw up an ordinance for mandatory garbage pick-up. Carothers requested a copy of the current trash removal contract with Temps for considerations of correlation, amendment, and updating.
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION: Attorney Carothers informed members that he has drafted and sent a letter to the owner of a storage container to request its removal from location at C-1 designated area. Chelsea Chab requested clarification, citing that it “looks better than many places in town,” and that there are other storage containers (owner and address not provided) situated around the community. Carothers requested details, but none were provided. Members attempted to clarify the “grandfathered-in” aspect of the situation, but Ms. Chab was not satisfied with that explanation, and suggested as a solution - building a building over the unit or applying for “special” use permit.
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS: Rex Adams told of his contact with the Lincoln publisher, and indicated that someone would be getting back to him in regard to policy revision for distribution. It was suggested that people might sign up to get the Penny Press, rather than continued random distribution. It was, however, noted that the “littering” aspect of the present delivery system has diminished somewhat, with less copies noticed accumulating or lying around.
MFO DISTRIBUTION: $925.28: Hold funds in Fire Fund (or) give to Fire Department?: Following discussion, Mayor Meyer suggested that the money be held in the City Fire Fund to be available for the replacement of hydrants as needed, and also for allocation to the Fire Department for projects for which funds might be requested. Employee Pike will contact Brad to share information in this regard.
CLEAN UP: Mayor Meyer requested that further review be made toward compiling a list of unlicensed vehicles to address at the next Regular meeting. One clean-up issue remains on the current list .
NEXT AGENDA: JUNE 6,2017)
7:00 PM --PUBLIC HEARING: PLANNING & ZONING - Special Use Permit - Woodward
7:30 PM - PUBLIC HEARING: MAYOR & COUNCIL - Special Use Permit - Woodyard
Followed by Regular session:
INSURANCE - ALTERNATE COVERAGE OPTIONS - RYAN WIESE
PLANNING AND ZONING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE NEW MEMBERSHIP
EQUIPMENT: WHICH MAY INCLUDE, GENERAL REVIEW OF OPERATIONS/PURCHASE OPTIONS, AS, BACKHOE
PARK SIDEWALK/MEASUREMENTS-DRAWINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL CONTRACTOR-PRICING
MANDATOR TRASH PICKUP ORDINANCE #457; TEMPS CONTRACT
ABATEMENT OF STORAGE UNIT: LEGAL ACTION
PENNY PRESS DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS
CLEAN UP
Motion to adjourn 8:35 PM Neumann (Rescinded) - more discussion.
Motion to adjourn 8:40 PM Neumann - No objection.
The minutes of the /Public Hearing Regular meeting were read and approved June 6. 2017.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Public Hearing & Regular Session)
Thursday, May 4, 2017
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)
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)
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)
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