March 19, 2019
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 19, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT:
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes
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 7:00 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 March 5, 2019 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) - $204.53; Payroll - $2,044.43; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $615.81; Black Hills Energy - $74.55; EMC Insurance (Annual Insurance Package) - $13,941.00; Constellation Energy - $133.70; Postmaster - $246.00 (includes Spring Clean-Up Day Mailing); Security First Bank (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $77.43; Wymore Lumber - $166.31; TOTAL CLAIMS: $17,558.76.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Project delayed -- wet weather conditions.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Efforts continue (Reedy) for funding sources for Car Show trophies. Farmers Cooperative is anticipated to be the sponsor again for the Tractor Show plaques (Neumann).
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications. A local resident contacted members prior to meeting, requesting consideration for the placement of a storage container in residential area, providing structural changes (roof) were made to it. Attorney Carothers was not in attendance to discuss existing ordinance stipulations.
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES: No new information.
CLEAN-UP: Spring Clean-Up Day was designated as Wednesday, April 24th, 2019, with roll-off (Temps) to be provided to facilitate 7:00 AM beginning pickup, and landfill notified of Friday, April 26th drop-off service date.
OTHER:
Council member Carmichael provided review materials for available backhoes. The review will continue, with comparisons of used/new units and purchase/lease options.
NEXT AGENDA:
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
ARMOR COATING
BACKHOE (used/new - purchase/lease)
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 7:25 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved April 2, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
March 5, 2019
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 5, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT: Council member Carmichael
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Darren Allington, Tony Shepardson
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 7:00 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 Feb 19, 2019 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $2,415.64; Payroll - $3,607.29; Arbor Ink - $160.32; Bear Graphics - $154.84; Bockmann, Inc (Demolition Project-Asbestos Removal)- $5,500.00; Circle D Mfg. - $535.71; Gilmore & Associates (One & Six) - $251.26; Johnny’s Welding - $202.98; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $352.08; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,338.40; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Reimb.) - $25.60; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Shell - $353.94; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $227.81; Wymore Oil Company - $360.00; TOTAL CLAIMS $15,585.87 & FROM: KENO PROCEEDS ACCOUNT: Lucky Bridge Lounge (January Report) - $10,008.72.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Demolition agreement with Fossler needed to be redone to exclude Paul as excavating associate. Joel will sign the new agreement on March 6th. It is difficult to anticipate demolition schedule due to weather, but, per Carothers - 2-3 weeks is a speculative timeline.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Copy of the Gage County Foundation Grant Application (Dean Cole) is attached to the office copy of the minutes and will be available for review upon request by interested parties.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Additional review is required prior to the establishment of a budgetary amount (advertising, bounce house, tractor show prizes, trophies (sponsored in part, and some relabeled, etc.) , and Council member Reedy will work up the expense estimates and opportunities for grant applications. The deadline for the NE Tourism grant has passed, but there exists a potentiality for other fund options.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES: A copy of the Gage County Foundation Grant Application (Morris/Reedy) is attached to the office copy of the minutes and will be available for review by interested parties. In a (Morris) email also attached, it was noted that “the Nebraska Preservation Office approved plans for the Cabin preservation…However, one of the main criteria for its National Register listing is that it remains in its natural setting as a museum. The 20-ft move keeps it in its natural setting.”
CLEAN-UP: Anthony Shepardson, Ordinance Enforcement Officer will meet with Carothers this Saturday for remaining review of guidelines, procedures.
OTHER: Darren Allington requested waived City Hall rental fee for March 24th, for a Pancake Feed for the 16 and Under (Lauby) Blue Springs Softball group. No objections were stated, and arrangements will be made for a softball associate to pick up the key at City Hall.
Employee Pike informed members of ongoing operational problems with the City backhoe. Several situations have been temporarily corrected, but problems keep arising (30-year old unit) , which point toward consideration for a replacement. Employee Pike and members will begin review of purchase options and opportunities.
NEXT AGENDA:
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 7:20 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 19, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on March 5, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT: Council member Carmichael
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Darren Allington, Tony Shepardson
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 7:00 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 Feb 19, 2019 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $2,415.64; Payroll - $3,607.29; Arbor Ink - $160.32; Bear Graphics - $154.84; Bockmann, Inc (Demolition Project-Asbestos Removal)- $5,500.00; Circle D Mfg. - $535.71; Gilmore & Associates (One & Six) - $251.26; Johnny’s Welding - $202.98; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $352.08; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,338.40; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Reimb.) - $25.60; Security First Bank (IRA/Pike) - $55.00; Shell - $353.94; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Arbor State - $227.81; Wymore Oil Company - $360.00; TOTAL CLAIMS $15,585.87 & FROM: KENO PROCEEDS ACCOUNT: Lucky Bridge Lounge (January Report) - $10,008.72.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Demolition agreement with Fossler needed to be redone to exclude Paul as excavating associate. Joel will sign the new agreement on March 6th. It is difficult to anticipate demolition schedule due to weather, but, per Carothers - 2-3 weeks is a speculative timeline.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Copy of the Gage County Foundation Grant Application (Dean Cole) is attached to the office copy of the minutes and will be available for review upon request by interested parties.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Additional review is required prior to the establishment of a budgetary amount (advertising, bounce house, tractor show prizes, trophies (sponsored in part, and some relabeled, etc.) , and Council member Reedy will work up the expense estimates and opportunities for grant applications. The deadline for the NE Tourism grant has passed, but there exists a potentiality for other fund options.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES: A copy of the Gage County Foundation Grant Application (Morris/Reedy) is attached to the office copy of the minutes and will be available for review by interested parties. In a (Morris) email also attached, it was noted that “the Nebraska Preservation Office approved plans for the Cabin preservation…However, one of the main criteria for its National Register listing is that it remains in its natural setting as a museum. The 20-ft move keeps it in its natural setting.”
CLEAN-UP: Anthony Shepardson, Ordinance Enforcement Officer will meet with Carothers this Saturday for remaining review of guidelines, procedures.
OTHER: Darren Allington requested waived City Hall rental fee for March 24th, for a Pancake Feed for the 16 and Under (Lauby) Blue Springs Softball group. No objections were stated, and arrangements will be made for a softball associate to pick up the key at City Hall.
Employee Pike informed members of ongoing operational problems with the City backhoe. Several situations have been temporarily corrected, but problems keep arising (30-year old unit) , which point toward consideration for a replacement. Employee Pike and members will begin review of purchase options and opportunities.
NEXT AGENDA:
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Reedy Time: 7:20 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 19, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
February 19, 2019
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on February 19, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy (late arrival)
ABSENT:
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Tony Shepardson
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 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the Feb 5, 2019 Public Hearings for the ONE & SIX YEAR PLAN and LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL, and the Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $288.99; Payroll - $2,474.83; Barco Municipal Products; - $170.62; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $23.63; Black Hills Energy - $21.09; Blobaum & Busboom (Accounting Services)- $3,400.00; Circle D Mfg - $53.57; The Flower Shop (Plant - Mewes) - $60.00; Johnny’s Welding - $18.00; Morris Used Cars - $270.00; Milton Pike (Reimb(s)) - $870.75; Postmaster - $188.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $325.74; Security First Bank - (IRA-Pike) - $55.00; Windstream - $81.32; Wymore Arbor State - $130.62; Wymore Lumber - $48.72; TOTAL CLAIMS: $8,480.88.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES: Council member Reedy stated that changes (NDEQ requirements) may have come into effect regarding “controlled burn” properties (materials that must be taken to the dump, and he recommended that the City suspend consideration for controlled burns and go ahead with demolition of all properties in the current project. Motion, second, vote (Carmichael, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) to authorize Mayoral signature on the Bid Agreement on houses and trailer houses included in the current demolition project ($50,770.00 - Fossler). Per contract, Fossler will be responsible for contacting utilities (Black Hills, Norris Public Power) to assure necessary shut-off action has been completed on all properties.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Council member Reedy requested that “budget setting” be delayed until March. He plans to go ahead with preliminary arrangements for the bounce house, trophies, advertising, and will include in his preliminary action the pursuit of grant funding for various aspects of the event. Council member Neumann agreed to contact Nebraska Tourism (Chamber), in reference to advertising grant options, and she stated that Roland Hardin’s tractor is planned for the plaques for the tractor show.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CABIN PRESERVATION (JAN MORRIS); Packets of information prepared by Jan Morris were provided to each member, and a copy is attached to the office copy of the minutes and will be made available (upon request ) for review by interested persons. Projected costs are included. Council member Reedy gave the overview, which included primary actions: lift cabin up, move to north, pour a platform, finish up with wooden floor. No objections were raised to Jan Morris pursuing grants for the preservation process. Mayor Meyer asked if the grants would be “matching,” and Reedy replied, “no” -as based on information available at this time.
CLEAN-UP: Attorney Carothers will meet with Ordinance Enforcement Officer Shepardson this next week to set the program in place and determine “first action” properties.
NEXT AGENDA:
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Carmichael Time: 7:33 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 5, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on February 19, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy (late arrival)
ABSENT:
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Tony Shepardson
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 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 3-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the Feb 5, 2019 Public Hearings for the ONE & SIX YEAR PLAN and LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL, and the Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $288.99; Payroll - $2,474.83; Barco Municipal Products; - $170.62; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $23.63; Black Hills Energy - $21.09; Blobaum & Busboom (Accounting Services)- $3,400.00; Circle D Mfg - $53.57; The Flower Shop (Plant - Mewes) - $60.00; Johnny’s Welding - $18.00; Morris Used Cars - $270.00; Milton Pike (Reimb(s)) - $870.75; Postmaster - $188.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $325.74; Security First Bank - (IRA-Pike) - $55.00; Windstream - $81.32; Wymore Arbor State - $130.62; Wymore Lumber - $48.72; TOTAL CLAIMS: $8,480.88.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES: Council member Reedy stated that changes (NDEQ requirements) may have come into effect regarding “controlled burn” properties (materials that must be taken to the dump, and he recommended that the City suspend consideration for controlled burns and go ahead with demolition of all properties in the current project. Motion, second, vote (Carmichael, Neumann, 4-0 affirmative) to authorize Mayoral signature on the Bid Agreement on houses and trailer houses included in the current demolition project ($50,770.00 - Fossler). Per contract, Fossler will be responsible for contacting utilities (Black Hills, Norris Public Power) to assure necessary shut-off action has been completed on all properties.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Council member Reedy requested that “budget setting” be delayed until March. He plans to go ahead with preliminary arrangements for the bounce house, trophies, advertising, and will include in his preliminary action the pursuit of grant funding for various aspects of the event. Council member Neumann agreed to contact Nebraska Tourism (Chamber), in reference to advertising grant options, and she stated that Roland Hardin’s tractor is planned for the plaques for the tractor show.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CABIN PRESERVATION (JAN MORRIS); Packets of information prepared by Jan Morris were provided to each member, and a copy is attached to the office copy of the minutes and will be made available (upon request ) for review by interested persons. Projected costs are included. Council member Reedy gave the overview, which included primary actions: lift cabin up, move to north, pour a platform, finish up with wooden floor. No objections were raised to Jan Morris pursuing grants for the preservation process. Mayor Meyer asked if the grants would be “matching,” and Reedy replied, “no” -as based on information available at this time.
CLEAN-UP: Attorney Carothers will meet with Ordinance Enforcement Officer Shepardson this next week to set the program in place and determine “first action” properties.
NEXT AGENDA:
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CABIN PRESERVATION ISSUES
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Carmichael Time: 7:33 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved March 5, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Thursday, February 7, 2019
January 15, 2019
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on January 15, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann
ABSENT: Council member Reedy
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Angela Meyer, Kelsey Stitt, Audrey Whitwer
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 7:00 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 January 2, 2019 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. Revenue (10) - $ 232.30; Payroll $2,176.34; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $32.01; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $463.52; Black Hills Energy - $55.81; Constellation Energy - $120.45; Gage County Clerk (Election Statement) - $354.22; Gilmore & Associates (NBCS/LANE) - $282.00; Jerry’s Diesel - $184.00; Morris Used Cars - $74.47; NE Dept of Revenue - Charitable Gaming (51C) $1.29; NE U.C.Fund - $22.42; One-Call Concepts, Inc - $1.14; Milton Pike (Reimb.) - $45.84; Postmaster - $170.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $77.99; Wymore Arbor State - $205.04; City of Wymore (Tower/Indiv.) - $2,341.49; Wymore Lumber - $102.30; TOTAL CLAIMS $6,997.63.
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT: Tabled pending review of draft by Sheriff. It was noted by Carothers that a stipulation for expenses had been added, which would include payment for mileage.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Carothers indicated that a letter should shortly be received from Bockmann/Ron Thompson, to report completion of asbestos remediation. On Thursday morning, the demolition contractor (Fossler) plans to be in the area to inspect sites in support of the drafting of the demolition agreement. Carothers indicated that owner-approval has been achieved for structures included in the controlled burn aspect of the demolition project, and the necessary paperwork will be filed with the State. Since no owner approval or acknowledgment was received from certain properties, contact with a building inspector will be pursued (condemn building(s)).
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CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Carol Hughes shared information from an email received from Cole, in which he indicated he would be meeting with SECC next week.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Carol Hughes shared information from an email received from Cole, in which he indicated he would be meeting with the “sign people” next week.
ANGELA MEYER - DONATION FOR ARBOR STATE TRACK: Angela Meyer gave the presentation and provided flyers. Mayor Meyer called for clarification regarding - “no taxpayer dollars used.“ Angela Meyer stated that no taxpayer dollars (bond issues) were to be utilized for the project, and it was discussed that bond issues were not at this time a likely resource. Mayor Meyer stated that if Keno money is donated to the project, tax money would be called upon to make up the difference for street improvement/repair for which Keno funds had been initially designated. Angela Meyer gave school enrollment figures (a fluctuating 414), and she indicated that the school has liability insurance on the track, football field, bleachers, concession stand, and would be responsible “to maintain the new track.” Connie Mewes inquired as to if the current track could be updated (instead of replaced), and Angela Meyer replied that it was not a feasible option. Mayor Meyer said he had been contacted by a Blue Springs citizen who related that Blue Springs has about a quarter of the population of Wymore, so a donation from Blue Springs might be calculated at the same ratio (City of Wymore donated $5,000). A motion was then made by Council member Neumann for Blue Springs to donate $1,250 to the project. Mewes seconded the motion, and it was passed in a 3-0 affirmative vote. Angela thanked members and said she would give periodic updates on the project. A possibility exists that the committee will later return to the Council to request additional funds.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Tabled until the next Regular meeting.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CLEAN-UP: No action taken, pending instatement of Ordinance Enforcement Officer.
NEXT AGENDA:
PUBLIC HEARING: ONE & SIX YEAR PLAN (7:00 PM-8PM)
PUBLIC HEARING: LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL
Followed by Regular Session:
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 7:25 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved February 5, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on January 15, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann
ABSENT: Council member Reedy
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Connie Mewes, Angela Meyer, Kelsey Stitt, Audrey Whitwer
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 7:00 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 January 2, 2019 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 3-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. Revenue (10) - $ 232.30; Payroll $2,176.34; Beatrice Iron & Metal - $32.01; Beatrice Sand & Gravel - $463.52; Black Hills Energy - $55.81; Constellation Energy - $120.45; Gage County Clerk (Election Statement) - $354.22; Gilmore & Associates (NBCS/LANE) - $282.00; Jerry’s Diesel - $184.00; Morris Used Cars - $74.47; NE Dept of Revenue - Charitable Gaming (51C) $1.29; NE U.C.Fund - $22.42; One-Call Concepts, Inc - $1.14; Milton Pike (Reimb.) - $45.84; Postmaster - $170.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Windstream - $77.99; Wymore Arbor State - $205.04; City of Wymore (Tower/Indiv.) - $2,341.49; Wymore Lumber - $102.30; TOTAL CLAIMS $6,997.63.
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT: Tabled pending review of draft by Sheriff. It was noted by Carothers that a stipulation for expenses had been added, which would include payment for mileage.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Carothers indicated that a letter should shortly be received from Bockmann/Ron Thompson, to report completion of asbestos remediation. On Thursday morning, the demolition contractor (Fossler) plans to be in the area to inspect sites in support of the drafting of the demolition agreement. Carothers indicated that owner-approval has been achieved for structures included in the controlled burn aspect of the demolition project, and the necessary paperwork will be filed with the State. Since no owner approval or acknowledgment was received from certain properties, contact with a building inspector will be pursued (condemn building(s)).
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CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Carol Hughes shared information from an email received from Cole, in which he indicated he would be meeting with SECC next week.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Carol Hughes shared information from an email received from Cole, in which he indicated he would be meeting with the “sign people” next week.
ANGELA MEYER - DONATION FOR ARBOR STATE TRACK: Angela Meyer gave the presentation and provided flyers. Mayor Meyer called for clarification regarding - “no taxpayer dollars used.“ Angela Meyer stated that no taxpayer dollars (bond issues) were to be utilized for the project, and it was discussed that bond issues were not at this time a likely resource. Mayor Meyer stated that if Keno money is donated to the project, tax money would be called upon to make up the difference for street improvement/repair for which Keno funds had been initially designated. Angela Meyer gave school enrollment figures (a fluctuating 414), and she indicated that the school has liability insurance on the track, football field, bleachers, concession stand, and would be responsible “to maintain the new track.” Connie Mewes inquired as to if the current track could be updated (instead of replaced), and Angela Meyer replied that it was not a feasible option. Mayor Meyer said he had been contacted by a Blue Springs citizen who related that Blue Springs has about a quarter of the population of Wymore, so a donation from Blue Springs might be calculated at the same ratio (City of Wymore donated $5,000). A motion was then made by Council member Neumann for Blue Springs to donate $1,250 to the project. Mewes seconded the motion, and it was passed in a 3-0 affirmative vote. Angela thanked members and said she would give periodic updates on the project. A possibility exists that the committee will later return to the Council to request additional funds.
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Tabled until the next Regular meeting.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CLEAN-UP: No action taken, pending instatement of Ordinance Enforcement Officer.
NEXT AGENDA:
PUBLIC HEARING: ONE & SIX YEAR PLAN (7:00 PM-8PM)
PUBLIC HEARING: LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL
Followed by Regular Session:
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 7:25 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved February 5, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
February 5, 2019
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council and PUBLIC HEARING OF ONE & SIX YEAR PLAN and the PUBLIC HEARING: LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL were held on February 5, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT:
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Dean Cole, Connie Mewes, Gage County Law Enforcement Officer Sharp, Carol Hughes, Donna Dvorak, Phyllis Norris
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 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the January 15, 2019 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,809.39; Payroll - $ 4,213.20; Constellation Energy - $117.32; League of NE Municipalities (Water Operator Workshop) - $45.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $237.00; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; NE Rural Water Association - (Membership) - $125.00; Norris Public Power - $1,276.89; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $25.60; Rewound Power Motors - $65.84; Katherine Roche (Toner Reimb.) - $126.89; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $396.72; Sullivan Construction (Basketball Hoops) - $685.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,420.00; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Track Donation) - $1,250.00; Wymore Oil Company - $425.54; TOTAL CLAIMS: $12,319.39.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Through the ongoing efforts of Dean Cole for grant funds, a check was presented to the City in the amount of $500 - through the Operation Round-Up program of Norris Public Power. These funds will be held in the Park Fund of General checking, and will be utilized for park improvements. Cole shared an incident with members, wherein young girls of the community were encouraged to use the basketball hoops, and interest was expressed, but there exists a need for basketballs. School Superintendent Murphy told Cole he would be willing to assist with the project by supplying used basketballs. Containment (storage - $300?) would be necessary, which would up project cost to around $1,800. Acknowledgement was also made of seven trees given to the City of Blue Springs (fr: Nebraska Statewide Arboretum -- Re-Tree Program- University of Nebraska-Lincoln), also made possible through the efforts of Dean Cole. Letters of gratitude were drafted (Cole) and signed by Mayor Meyer for each contributor. Further, Cole informed members that he made contact with SECC, and the class has approved to go ahead with design. A date will be designated for evaluation and designation of project.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Cole addressed members about signage efforts made to date. He asked if any member would be in agreement to work with him on wording, size, etc, and stated his own preference for simplicity, practicality, functionality. Members were in agreement for him to proceed on his own with three potential designs, and Council member Reedy indicated Cole might email Becky Reedy for assistance. Also discussed was the need to acquire owner (Percival/Trump) approval for placement of the signs on their property. Mayor Meyer thanked Cole for his project work, as did Carol Hughes and Council member Reedy.
PUBLIC HEARING OF THE ONE AND SIX YEAR PLAN:
Mayor Meyer called for a motion to open the Public Hearing, which was made by Council member Mewes, seconded by Carmichael, and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote. Mayor Meyer called for comments on the One & Six Year Plan. No comments were made. In keeping with the desired one hour timeline and to allow for late arrivals, the Public Hearing continued, but with Regular meeting agenda topics being discussed, the results of which are documented below (and were officially addressed after close of the Public Hearing).
A motion by Council member Carmichael, second by Mewes, and an affirmative 4-0 vote closed the Public Hearing and returned proceedings to Regular Session.
A motion by was made by Council member Mewes, and seconded by Carmichael to adopt Resolution 2019-1. The resolution was read (Carothers) : WHEREAS: Section 39-2115 and Section 39-2119, 1969 C.S. - R.S. of Nebraska 1943 requires that each County and Municipality prepares a one and six year, specific road or street improvement plan and to file same with the State Highway Commission on or before March 1, 2019, and WHEREAS: The Mayor and City Council of the City of Blue Springs, in compliance with the statutes and regulations of the State Highway Commission, did hold a public hearing on the proposed one and six year specific street improvement plans in the City Hall on February 5, 2019, in accordance with the “Notice of Public Hearing,” a certified copy of such notice is attached, and WHEREAS, There were no objections filed or amendments made to the one and six year plan on file with the City Clerk and as presented at the hearing now, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That the City Council does hereby approve said one and six year plan as filed with the City Clerk, a copy of which is attached hereto, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the Mayor of the City is authorized to sign this resolution on behalf of the City Council and the City Council hereby approves the proposed one and six year plan... Adopted this 5th day of February 2019. The vote was taken: (Council member Carmichael - Yes; Mewes - Yes; Neumann -Yes Reedy--Yes --- to approve and adopt Resolution 2019-1.
PUBLIC HEARING: LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL: Motion to open public hearing by Mewes, second by Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative vote. Discussion. Motion to close public hearing by Mewes, second by Neumann, 4-0 affirmative vote. Non-binding recommendation to approve was made by Neumann, seconded by Carmichael, and the vote was:
Mewes - Yes; Neumann - Yes; Carmichael - Yes; Reedy - Yes for non-binding recommendation to approve
applicant (LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE.
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT: Contract has been signed by Mayor Meyer and Officer Tony Shepardson, following previous approval by Council. Attorney Carothers will meet with Shepardson to orient him to procedures of the position. A “first action” choice was made, with Carothers requesting members to give thought to the next action properties. Carothers also requested members to give thought to the possibility of reverting action on “dog/etc.” issues from the Sheriff’s department back to the City (Ordinance Enforcement Officer). Carol Hughes asked if the OEO should be contacted if a problem arises, and Carothers advised that concerns (to explain the issue) should be directed to the City Office or to him for referral to the OEO. Carol Hughes also asked if the OEO would have designated work hours, with Carothers responding that Shepardson would utilize evening hours, or off-duty hours. Hughes inquired if he would use his own car, to which Carothers responded he would and would be compensated for mileage, and he would not be in uniform.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Carothers identified the twelve structures in the program: (Dorn, Maxson, Wieden, Creek, Linsenmeyer, Colgrove, Widick, Rowden, Woodyard, Marmon, Root, Thompson) One property owner (Dorn) wishes to have the limestone from his property (Reedy to provide removal service), which is an existing provision in the bid agreement. The bid agreement (on houses and trailer houses - haul off houses, backfill basements, plus landfill costs) came in at a total of $50,770.00, and drew varied response from members. It was noted that any that might be eliminated from the full process by “controlled burning” by the Fire Department might well save some funding (Reedy), and was a valuable opportunity for fire training (Reedy), but response included that damage (if not immediate) would be done to nearby trees, and because ash is to remain for 45 days after the burn before being removed, it would take longer for the project to be concluded, and extenuating costs might result. Debate was that it would be quicker and smoother to demolish them all (Dean Cole, Mayor Meyer), Members were asked (Carothers) to give thought to the matter, and to be ready to reach a decision at the next Regular meeting. Carothers also noted that one project property that is being considered for purchase and renovation might not be able to achieve positive results (trying to buy it), and Carothers didn’t want to see the property eliminated from the demolition project and left standing in its present condition. Carothers noted that the two properties requiring a building inspector will be on the “next round.”
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: An annual Car-Tractor Show event will be planned (August 18?) Connie Mewes inquired as to if the left-over trophies could be re-tagged for the next event, and Council member Reedy indicated it would be possible.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CLEAN-UP: Action deferred to Ordinance Enforcement Officer handling.
BACKHOE (PIKE): Malfunction issues were addressed in-house. “Up and running good again,” Employee Pike reported.
NEXT AGENDA:
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:03 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting and Public Hearing(s) were read and approved February 19, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council and PUBLIC HEARING OF ONE & SIX YEAR PLAN and the PUBLIC HEARING: LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL were held on February 5, 2019, in the Blue Springs City Hall, Blue Springs, NE.
PRESENT: Mayor Meyer, Council members Carmichael, Mewes, Neumann, Reedy
ABSENT:
OTHER ATTENDEES: Employee Mike Pike, City Attorney Andy Carothers, Dean Cole, Connie Mewes, Gage County Law Enforcement Officer Sharp, Carol Hughes, Donna Dvorak, Phyllis Norris
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 7:00 PM, Mayor Meyer called the Regular meeting to order and roll call was taken.
Motion, second and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve as sent minutes for the January 15, 2019 Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Mewes, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,809.39; Payroll - $ 4,213.20; Constellation Energy - $117.32; League of NE Municipalities (Water Operator Workshop) - $45.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $237.00; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; NE Rural Water Association - (Membership) - $125.00; Norris Public Power - $1,276.89; Milton Pike - (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Milton Pike (Postage Reimb.) - $25.60; Rewound Power Motors - $65.84; Katherine Roche (Toner Reimb.) - $126.89; Security First Bank - (Pike/IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $396.72; Sullivan Construction (Basketball Hoops) - $685.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,420.00; Milford Woutzke - (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore, City of (Track Donation) - $1,250.00; Wymore Oil Company - $425.54; TOTAL CLAIMS: $12,319.39.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Through the ongoing efforts of Dean Cole for grant funds, a check was presented to the City in the amount of $500 - through the Operation Round-Up program of Norris Public Power. These funds will be held in the Park Fund of General checking, and will be utilized for park improvements. Cole shared an incident with members, wherein young girls of the community were encouraged to use the basketball hoops, and interest was expressed, but there exists a need for basketballs. School Superintendent Murphy told Cole he would be willing to assist with the project by supplying used basketballs. Containment (storage - $300?) would be necessary, which would up project cost to around $1,800. Acknowledgement was also made of seven trees given to the City of Blue Springs (fr: Nebraska Statewide Arboretum -- Re-Tree Program- University of Nebraska-Lincoln), also made possible through the efforts of Dean Cole. Letters of gratitude were drafted (Cole) and signed by Mayor Meyer for each contributor. Further, Cole informed members that he made contact with SECC, and the class has approved to go ahead with design. A date will be designated for evaluation and designation of project.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Cole addressed members about signage efforts made to date. He asked if any member would be in agreement to work with him on wording, size, etc, and stated his own preference for simplicity, practicality, functionality. Members were in agreement for him to proceed on his own with three potential designs, and Council member Reedy indicated Cole might email Becky Reedy for assistance. Also discussed was the need to acquire owner (Percival/Trump) approval for placement of the signs on their property. Mayor Meyer thanked Cole for his project work, as did Carol Hughes and Council member Reedy.
PUBLIC HEARING OF THE ONE AND SIX YEAR PLAN:
Mayor Meyer called for a motion to open the Public Hearing, which was made by Council member Mewes, seconded by Carmichael, and followed by a 4-0 affirmative vote. Mayor Meyer called for comments on the One & Six Year Plan. No comments were made. In keeping with the desired one hour timeline and to allow for late arrivals, the Public Hearing continued, but with Regular meeting agenda topics being discussed, the results of which are documented below (and were officially addressed after close of the Public Hearing).
A motion by Council member Carmichael, second by Mewes, and an affirmative 4-0 vote closed the Public Hearing and returned proceedings to Regular Session.
A motion by was made by Council member Mewes, and seconded by Carmichael to adopt Resolution 2019-1. The resolution was read (Carothers) : WHEREAS: Section 39-2115 and Section 39-2119, 1969 C.S. - R.S. of Nebraska 1943 requires that each County and Municipality prepares a one and six year, specific road or street improvement plan and to file same with the State Highway Commission on or before March 1, 2019, and WHEREAS: The Mayor and City Council of the City of Blue Springs, in compliance with the statutes and regulations of the State Highway Commission, did hold a public hearing on the proposed one and six year specific street improvement plans in the City Hall on February 5, 2019, in accordance with the “Notice of Public Hearing,” a certified copy of such notice is attached, and WHEREAS, There were no objections filed or amendments made to the one and six year plan on file with the City Clerk and as presented at the hearing now, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That the City Council does hereby approve said one and six year plan as filed with the City Clerk, a copy of which is attached hereto, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the Mayor of the City is authorized to sign this resolution on behalf of the City Council and the City Council hereby approves the proposed one and six year plan... Adopted this 5th day of February 2019. The vote was taken: (Council member Carmichael - Yes; Mewes - Yes; Neumann -Yes Reedy--Yes --- to approve and adopt Resolution 2019-1.
PUBLIC HEARING: LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE APPROVAL: Motion to open public hearing by Mewes, second by Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative vote. Discussion. Motion to close public hearing by Mewes, second by Neumann, 4-0 affirmative vote. Non-binding recommendation to approve was made by Neumann, seconded by Carmichael, and the vote was:
Mewes - Yes; Neumann - Yes; Carmichael - Yes; Reedy - Yes for non-binding recommendation to approve
applicant (LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE LLC - dba LUCKY BRIDGE LOUNGE CLASS I-122538 LICENSE.
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT: Contract has been signed by Mayor Meyer and Officer Tony Shepardson, following previous approval by Council. Attorney Carothers will meet with Shepardson to orient him to procedures of the position. A “first action” choice was made, with Carothers requesting members to give thought to the next action properties. Carothers also requested members to give thought to the possibility of reverting action on “dog/etc.” issues from the Sheriff’s department back to the City (Ordinance Enforcement Officer). Carol Hughes asked if the OEO should be contacted if a problem arises, and Carothers advised that concerns (to explain the issue) should be directed to the City Office or to him for referral to the OEO. Carol Hughes also asked if the OEO would have designated work hours, with Carothers responding that Shepardson would utilize evening hours, or off-duty hours. Hughes inquired if he would use his own car, to which Carothers responded he would and would be compensated for mileage, and he would not be in uniform.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Carothers identified the twelve structures in the program: (Dorn, Maxson, Wieden, Creek, Linsenmeyer, Colgrove, Widick, Rowden, Woodyard, Marmon, Root, Thompson) One property owner (Dorn) wishes to have the limestone from his property (Reedy to provide removal service), which is an existing provision in the bid agreement. The bid agreement (on houses and trailer houses - haul off houses, backfill basements, plus landfill costs) came in at a total of $50,770.00, and drew varied response from members. It was noted that any that might be eliminated from the full process by “controlled burning” by the Fire Department might well save some funding (Reedy), and was a valuable opportunity for fire training (Reedy), but response included that damage (if not immediate) would be done to nearby trees, and because ash is to remain for 45 days after the burn before being removed, it would take longer for the project to be concluded, and extenuating costs might result. Debate was that it would be quicker and smoother to demolish them all (Dean Cole, Mayor Meyer), Members were asked (Carothers) to give thought to the matter, and to be ready to reach a decision at the next Regular meeting. Carothers also noted that one project property that is being considered for purchase and renovation might not be able to achieve positive results (trying to buy it), and Carothers didn’t want to see the property eliminated from the demolition project and left standing in its present condition. Carothers noted that the two properties requiring a building inspector will be on the “next round.”
ANNUAL CELEBRATION: An annual Car-Tractor Show event will be planned (August 18?) Connie Mewes inquired as to if the left-over trophies could be re-tagged for the next event, and Council member Reedy indicated it would be possible.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CLEAN-UP: Action deferred to Ordinance Enforcement Officer handling.
BACKHOE (PIKE): Malfunction issues were addressed in-house. “Up and running good again,” Employee Pike reported.
NEXT AGENDA:
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:03 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting and Public Hearing(s) were read and approved February 19, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
January 2, 2019
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on January 2, 2019, 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, Connie Mewes, Gage County Law Enforcement Officer J. Sharp
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 7:00 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 December 18, 2018, Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue (941) - $2,231.91; Payroll $3,185.60; NE Dept. of Rev. - (941N) - $222.22; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,262.65; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $346.60; Tractor Supply - $98.92; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Super Foods - (Employee Xmas) - $192.26; TOTAL CLAIMS: $7,640.16.
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT: Attorney Carothers provided a draft of the contract for review and recommendation by members. Such things included were, weekly hours (4-6 with possibility of greater hours at setup to assure familiarity with forms, location, and procedures. Designation was determined for it to be a part-time employee position with City-based liability insurance coverage. Court attendance would be a requirement, with Carothers stating that usual proceedings are about a half an hour. Carothers anticipated that having an ordinance enforcement officer will have a positive impact on minimizing nuisance situations. Mewes indicated preference for Carothers to go ahead and provide the contract for review by Shepardson, and no opposition was expressed. The contract is anticipated to be ready for final review and approval at the next Regular meeting.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Attorney Carothers will call Ron Thompson (Bockmann) about asbestos remediation date(s). Carothers (with Reedy) intends to go around with Joel and Paul (Fossler) next Thursday to the demolition sites in support of gathering all needed information for drafting the demolition contract. It was the understanding of members that two properties (Colgrove, Linsenmeyer) are still slated for “controlled burning” within the original program, and a third property for “controlled burning” (Norris) will be included within the One Property at a Time agenda. Two properties are still without owner approval (Lance/O’Keefe-Stipe) and Carothers continues in efforts for project inclusion approval.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
PLANNING & ZONING: No applications.
CLEAN-UP: No action taken, pending assignment of Ordinance Enforcement Officer.
NEXT AGENDA:
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANGELA MEYER - DONATION FOR ARBOR STATE TRACK
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Neumann Time: 7:55 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 15, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on January 2, 2019, 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, Connie Mewes, Gage County Law Enforcement Officer J. Sharp
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 7:00 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 December 18, 2018, Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Mewes, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - Internal Revenue (941) - $2,231.91; Payroll $3,185.60; NE Dept. of Rev. - (941N) - $222.22; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Norris Public Power - $1,262.65; Milton Pike (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; Security First Bank (Pike - IRA) - $55.00; Shell - $346.60; Tractor Supply - $98.92; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $5.00; Wymore Super Foods - (Employee Xmas) - $192.26; TOTAL CLAIMS: $7,640.16.
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT: Attorney Carothers provided a draft of the contract for review and recommendation by members. Such things included were, weekly hours (4-6 with possibility of greater hours at setup to assure familiarity with forms, location, and procedures. Designation was determined for it to be a part-time employee position with City-based liability insurance coverage. Court attendance would be a requirement, with Carothers stating that usual proceedings are about a half an hour. Carothers anticipated that having an ordinance enforcement officer will have a positive impact on minimizing nuisance situations. Mewes indicated preference for Carothers to go ahead and provide the contract for review by Shepardson, and no opposition was expressed. The contract is anticipated to be ready for final review and approval at the next Regular meeting.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Attorney Carothers will call Ron Thompson (Bockmann) about asbestos remediation date(s). Carothers (with Reedy) intends to go around with Joel and Paul (Fossler) next Thursday to the demolition sites in support of gathering all needed information for drafting the demolition contract. It was the understanding of members that two properties (Colgrove, Linsenmeyer) are still slated for “controlled burning” within the original program, and a third property for “controlled burning” (Norris) will be included within the One Property at a Time agenda. Two properties are still without owner approval (Lance/O’Keefe-Stipe) and Carothers continues in efforts for project inclusion approval.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No new information.
PLANNING & ZONING: No applications.
CLEAN-UP: No action taken, pending assignment of Ordinance Enforcement Officer.
NEXT AGENDA:
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
ANGELA MEYER - DONATION FOR ARBOR STATE TRACK
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Neumann Time: 7:55 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 15, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
Tuesday, December 18, 2018
December 18, 2018
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on December 18, 2018, 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, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Dean Cole, Rex Adams, Tony Shepardson
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 7:00 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 December 4, 2018, Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Rev (10)- $217.35; Payroll - $2,001.72; Beatrice Area Solid Waste (Annual) - $1,489.50; Black Hills Energy - $57.08; Bockmann, Inc. (Asbestos Surveys) - $2,300.00; Constellation Energy - $28.00; HJP Pest Control (9/18 Spraying) - $125.00; Milton Pike - (Postage Reimb.) - $24.70; Postmaster - $170.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $113.30; Security First Bank (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,920.00; Windstream - $79.04; Wymore Arbor State - $165.55; Wymore Lumber - $1,195.36; Wymore Oil Company - $244.73; TOTAL CLAIMS: $10,186.33.
EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND): City Attorney Carothers highlighted requirements of the position: 1. Identify nuisance properties - “worse property first.” (initial list to be provided). 2. Give notice to property owner. 3. Take pictures and turn non-compliance issues over to Carothers. 4. Testify in court. Parameter of position (with evaluation as it proceeds) : 4 hours weekly, $30 hr. pay rate; (Shepardson requests/questions) - to have computer access, to have office supplies provided, camera provided, standard nuisance notice form/request for charges provided; mileage provided for use of own vehicle. Mayor and Council agreed to have Carothers draw up a contract for Shepardson. Dean Cole suggested a newspaper story about it.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Asbestos Survey charges (Bockmann - $2,300 paid within meeting claims. Proposal of $7,620 for Asbestos Abatement - f/ Demo Houses/Trailers was accepted by Mayor and Council. (Copy of Proposal attached to office copy of minutes) Timeline for abatement determined to be 1st or 2nd week of January. Review continues for determination of best cost to Municipality for removal of debris, as what might be hauled away for such purpose as bank stabilization, what might be removed by Lineweber, what to the landfill, other: (Boyer/ NRD/Reedy) - separation of ash from foundation. Two houses were selected for “burning.” Connie Mewes asked about the source of dirt for backfill. Fossler can provide what is needed to assure a “buildable” lot. Attorney Carothers intends to provide a demolition contract at the next Regular meeting. After signed, two properties without asbestos may be demolished.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Dean Cole addressed members. He provided handouts. One - Potential Grant Applicants for the Litter Reduction and Recycling Grant Program or the Waste Reduction & Recycling Incentive Grant Program (February deadline, October-November reward, designed to keep some waste out of the landfill) was described by Carothers as having greater application to old brick buildings with salvage aspects. Cole presented for approval the Norris Goodwill Fund application (Deadline 12/28) No cost share, requesting $1,450.78 of possible $1,500 for two backboards, and reported that Mr. Murphy indicated that should the grant be successful, the school would help with final touches. Cole reported that the fence needs work - minor repairs. Pike will work with Radar to address the issue. Cole also advised that SECC could work on a landscape plan (without obligation to City) for one or both parks (February - instructor and students, and a proposal(s) would be brought back to the Council for their evaluation/consideration of the recommendations. Cole also brought up Main Street, NE. He indicated as well that the Feit Park location on the Blue River would be an “ideal location” for disembarkment within a canoe-kayak quarter. They will be setting up an ideas session soon, and Reedy, with Meyer’s voiced approval, volunteered to attend. Cole also spoke favorably of Re-Tree Nebraska as a potential avenue for improvement. Members thanked Cole, and Neumann said, “Keep doing what you are doing.”
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No work has been done on this project as of yet, but will be addressed in the near future.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CABIN ISSUES/DISCUSSION: Reedy spoke on behalf of Jan Morris who wishes to pursue a potentially no-match grant for preservation of the cabin floor, and all members were in agreement for her to proceed.
ARMOR COATING (PIKE): Pike suggested that members consider armor coating streets in Spring, and members were in agreement to evaluate needs.
CLEAN-UP: Hughes noted that a property on the clean-up list now has a Temps receptacle. No properties were singled out for action, pending the designation of Tony Shepardson as the Ordinance Enforcement Officer (at the next Regular meeting.)
NEXT AGENDA:
EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:02 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 2, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
The Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council was held on December 18, 2018, 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, Employee Mike Pike, Connie Mewes, Carol Hughes, Dean Cole, Rex Adams, Tony Shepardson
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 7:00 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 December 4, 2018, Regular meeting.
After review -- motion, second, and vote (Neumann, Carmichael, 4-0 affirmative) to approve claims as follow: Bank Direct - NE Dept. of Rev (10)- $217.35; Payroll - $2,001.72; Beatrice Area Solid Waste (Annual) - $1,489.50; Black Hills Energy - $57.08; Bockmann, Inc. (Asbestos Surveys) - $2,300.00; Constellation Energy - $28.00; HJP Pest Control (9/18 Spraying) - $125.00; Milton Pike - (Postage Reimb.) - $24.70; Postmaster - $170.00; Roehr’s Machinery - $113.30; Security First Bank (Pike-IRA) - $55.00; Willet & Carothers - $1,920.00; Windstream - $79.04; Wymore Arbor State - $165.55; Wymore Lumber - $1,195.36; Wymore Oil Company - $244.73; TOTAL CLAIMS: $10,186.33.
EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (TONY SHEPARDSON INVITED TO ATTEND): City Attorney Carothers highlighted requirements of the position: 1. Identify nuisance properties - “worse property first.” (initial list to be provided). 2. Give notice to property owner. 3. Take pictures and turn non-compliance issues over to Carothers. 4. Testify in court. Parameter of position (with evaluation as it proceeds) : 4 hours weekly, $30 hr. pay rate; (Shepardson requests/questions) - to have computer access, to have office supplies provided, camera provided, standard nuisance notice form/request for charges provided; mileage provided for use of own vehicle. Mayor and Council agreed to have Carothers draw up a contract for Shepardson. Dean Cole suggested a newspaper story about it.
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES): Asbestos Survey charges (Bockmann - $2,300 paid within meeting claims. Proposal of $7,620 for Asbestos Abatement - f/ Demo Houses/Trailers was accepted by Mayor and Council. (Copy of Proposal attached to office copy of minutes) Timeline for abatement determined to be 1st or 2nd week of January. Review continues for determination of best cost to Municipality for removal of debris, as what might be hauled away for such purpose as bank stabilization, what might be removed by Lineweber, what to the landfill, other: (Boyer/ NRD/Reedy) - separation of ash from foundation. Two houses were selected for “burning.” Connie Mewes asked about the source of dirt for backfill. Fossler can provide what is needed to assure a “buildable” lot. Attorney Carothers intends to provide a demolition contract at the next Regular meeting. After signed, two properties without asbestos may be demolished.
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): Dean Cole addressed members. He provided handouts. One - Potential Grant Applicants for the Litter Reduction and Recycling Grant Program or the Waste Reduction & Recycling Incentive Grant Program (February deadline, October-November reward, designed to keep some waste out of the landfill) was described by Carothers as having greater application to old brick buildings with salvage aspects. Cole presented for approval the Norris Goodwill Fund application (Deadline 12/28) No cost share, requesting $1,450.78 of possible $1,500 for two backboards, and reported that Mr. Murphy indicated that should the grant be successful, the school would help with final touches. Cole reported that the fence needs work - minor repairs. Pike will work with Radar to address the issue. Cole also advised that SECC could work on a landscape plan (without obligation to City) for one or both parks (February - instructor and students, and a proposal(s) would be brought back to the Council for their evaluation/consideration of the recommendations. Cole also brought up Main Street, NE. He indicated as well that the Feit Park location on the Blue River would be an “ideal location” for disembarkment within a canoe-kayak quarter. They will be setting up an ideas session soon, and Reedy, with Meyer’s voiced approval, volunteered to attend. Cole also spoke favorably of Re-Tree Nebraska as a potential avenue for improvement. Members thanked Cole, and Neumann said, “Keep doing what you are doing.”
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE): No work has been done on this project as of yet, but will be addressed in the near future.
PLANNING & ZONING: No new applications.
CABIN ISSUES/DISCUSSION: Reedy spoke on behalf of Jan Morris who wishes to pursue a potentially no-match grant for preservation of the cabin floor, and all members were in agreement for her to proceed.
ARMOR COATING (PIKE): Pike suggested that members consider armor coating streets in Spring, and members were in agreement to evaluate needs.
CLEAN-UP: Hughes noted that a property on the clean-up list now has a Temps receptacle. No properties were singled out for action, pending the designation of Tony Shepardson as the Ordinance Enforcement Officer (at the next Regular meeting.)
NEXT AGENDA:
EMPLOYEE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CONTRACT
DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (ONGOING PROCEDURES)
CITY PARK/FEIT MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS OPTIONS/GRANTS, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
“77” ROAD SIGNS, AS PER DIRECTORY INFORMATION FOR WALKING TRAIL, JOHNSON CABIN, CHAMBERLIN MONUMENT, BALLFIELD, FEIT MEMORIAL PARK, CITY PARK, ETC, AS PER AVAILABLE INFORMATION (DEAN COLE)
PLANNING & ZONING
CLEAN-UP
Motion to adjourn: By: Mewes Time: 8:02 PM. No objections.
The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 2, 2019.
Mayor: Lonnie D. Meyer (Regular Session)
City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Regular Session)
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