• February 3, 2026 Regular Session: 7:00 PM - Blue Springs City Hall –Council President Reedy called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Council members Neumann, Rainey, Reedy, Riensche ABSENT: Mayor Sedlacek OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Andrew Carothers, Carol Hughes, Rex Adams, Cline-Williams Attorney Andrew Willis, SENDD Representative Brittany McCullough Notice of the Hearing/Meeting was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of the January 20, 2026 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Neumann), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Internal Revenue Service (941) - $707.65; Payroll $2,877.96; Black Hills Energy - $178.54; Constellation Energy - $77.03; Fairbury Journal-News - $50.52; 5 H Repair, LLC – $505.00; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $50.04; Ne Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Nebraska Rural Water Association (Membership) - $200.00; Postmaster - $278.00; Temps Disposal Service (Mandatory) - $2,587.00; Willet & Carothers- $562.50; Winwater - $777.77; TOTAL CLAIMS: $8,867.01. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: No new applications. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Property owner Bohlmeyer gave the go-ahead for asbestos inspection. Carothers will contact Bockman. He will also contact McCrimmon about future plans for a controlled burn, and required paperwork with the State Fire Marshall will be pursued within the appropriate timeline. Three potential properties were identified for the next project. CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES: The continuing progress of one property owner will be monitored. VACATE ALLEY/STREET EASEMENT: NARRATIVE: Description pending. SENDD PRESENTATION REGARDING VARIED INTEREST, AS MAY INCLUDE WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/RATIONALE, ETC.: McCullough gave the presentation. Proposed projects were identified and briefly discussed: Water line (replace aging lines, and loop dead end lines, Street project.) It was noted that combining projects, except in the case of very small ones, is not done. CDBG grant applications were discussed (Open in Spring, deadline in September), with preliminary processes noted, as cost estimates, Planning Grant, Preliminary Engineering Report, a Needs Survey with improved target questions, at least five letters of public support from individuals or business in a position to benefit from projects or have risks reduced. McCullough will reach out to Wickersham of JEO Engineering for cost estimates, processing needs and guidance. TREE/PARK BOARD MEMBERSHIP; ORDINANCE # 481: Ordinance will be available for review at the next Regular meeting . PARK RESTROOM/GRANT OPTIONS: Grant (Tourism) being pursued by McKeever. When available funds are tallied, and it is determined by Carothers if the funds remaining in the last Thomas Grant project for demolition might be used for the restroom project, Carothers will pursue a Thomas Foundation Grant for any remaining balance. MICRO-TIF PROGRAM – ANDREW WILLIS: Willis gave the presentation, which advised members that “smaller projects,” (less than $350,000, located on a lot vacant for 60 years or on which there was a house for 60 years in the redevelopment area) can apply to the City for inclusion in the Micro-Tif program (pre-application of builder, with 30 days for City to approve, revenue period of 15 years, AND with provisions for transfer available). Builder would have two years to complete the project. A motion by Reedy, second by Neumann and a 4-0 affirmative vote approved Carothers to draft a resolution (# 2026-1­) authorizing Micro-Tif in the redevelopment area of the City, and whereby the necessary forms will resultingly be made available. It was described as a process much more simple than the regular TIF Program. COVERAGE FOR WATER/SEWER PROBLEMS, SNOW REMOVAL-- AS MAY ARISE: Carothers is researching the advisability of a council member filling in if necessary, specifically liability issues. NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES VACATE ALLEY/STREET EASEMENT: NARRATIVE WATER LINE PROJECTS/STREET PROJECTS/ LETTERS OF PUBLIC SUPPORT: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS TREE/PARK BOARD MEMBERSHIP; ORDINANCE # 481 PARK RESTROOM/GRANT OPTIONS MICRO-TIF PROGRAM RESOLUTION #2026-1 INSURANCE ISSUES ---MANPOWER COVERAGE FOR WATER/SEWER PROBLEMS, SNOW REMOVAL AS MAY APPLY There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:50 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved February 17, 2026 Mayor: Tim Sedlacek (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

• January 20, 2026 Regular Session: 7:00 PM - Blue Springs City Hall –Mayor Sedlacek called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Mayor Sedlacek, Council members Neumann, Rainey, Reedy, Riensche ABSENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Andrew Carothers, Jared McKeever, Verlyn Dodge, Phil/Tana Padgett Notice of the Hearing/Meeting was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of the January 6, 2026 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Neumann), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: NE Dept. of Revenue (10) – 116.73; Payroll - $524.39; Beatrice Area Solid Waste – BASWA Annual Fee - $1,269.00; Fairbury Journal-News – $40.16; Lauby Heating/Cooling – $50.13; NE Dept. of Revenue – Charitable Gaming (51C) - $750.00; Norris Public Power - $1,068.93; One-Call Concepts - $4.88; Visa - $894.42; Windstream - $132.28; Wymore, City of (Hydrants) - $41.60; TOTAL CLAIMS: $4,892.52. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: No new applications. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Carothers told of “no response” from second letter regarding demolition concerns for a structure, and he agreed to contact Chet McGrury for an inspection (Notice and Order. filing a complaint as proves necessary). Clean up (Epp) after controlled burns is to begin Thursday. Sedlacek informed members that a well (now covered by a concrete slab) was found on one property, and he will contact the State for recommended “course of action.” Carothers will reach out to the property owner regarding the find. Arrangements will then be made to rectify the situation, and also determination of the plan of action (at a later time) for removal of burnt trees. . CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES: Much progress has been noted at one site, as debris, trailer, tires, two vehicles, with some materials still remaining behind a metal building, but since not much remains to be corrected, review will continue without further contact to property owner at this time. VACATE ALLEY/STREET EASEMENT: NARRATIVE: Legal description pending. WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS /PROJECT CHOICES/RATIONALE, ETC.: Reedy has made arrangements for a SENDD representative to address members at the next meeting. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION; MEMBERS DISCUSSION: Ordinance #481 to be drafted to determine membership (at least 3 members, and allowing for 1 member to live outside City limits. (Wymore). PARK RESTROOM/ PRICE/GRANTS/OPTIONS: McKeever advised that grant funds are at $48,000 (project total estimated $108,000). He will apply for a Tourism grant. Carothers will look into a Thomas Foundation grant. Approx. $60,000 additional funds required. 90-DAY EVALUATION (WOUTZKE): Health constraints impart concern regarding larger projects, as water leaks, and snow removal, with several options discussed (Tiemann, Beatrice, Council participation, Independent Contractors, and contacts will be made to determine interest, availability, insurance requirement (LARM), in order to arrive at the most cogent and cost effective solution. NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES VACATE ALLEY/STREET EASEMENT: NARRATIVE SENDD PRESENTATION REGARDING VARIED INTEREST, AS MAY INCLUDE WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/RATIONALE, ETC. TREE/PARK BOARD MEMBERSHIP; ORDINANCE # 481 PARK RESTROOM/GRANT OPTIONS MICRO-TIF PROGRAM – ANDREW WILLIS COVERAGE FOR WATER/SEWER PROBLEMS, SNOW REMOVAL-- AS MAY ARISE There being no further business, a motion was made by Riensche at 7:40 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved February 3, 2026 Mayor: Tim Sedlacek (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

• January 6, 2026 Regular Session: 7:00 PM - Blue Springs City Hall –Mayor Sedlacek called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Mayor Sedlacek, Council members Neumann, Rainey, Reedy, Riensche ABSENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Andrew Carothers, Verlyn Dodge Notice of the Hearing/Meeting was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of the December 16, 2025 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Neumann), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,359.90; Payroll -$2,817.32; Abbott Portable Toilets - $125.00; Black Hills Energy - $84.19; Fairbury Journal-News - $82.91; Industrial Chemical Labs - $290.61; Lammel Plumbing - $754.50; NE Dept. of Revenue (941N) - $95.00; NE Public Health Environmental Labs - $15.00; Pollman, LLC – 1,400.80; Temps Disposal Service (Mandatory) - $ $2,589,00; Willet & Carothers - $1,025.00; Milford Woutzke (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; City of Wymore (Individual/Tower) - $1576.75; TOTAL CLAIMS: $12,240.98. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: No new applications. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Ash from controlled burn may now be removed. Controlled burn is planned for A-frame residential dwelling, and copy of letter from Carothers to property owner is attached to office copy of minutes , and wherein controlled burn, asbestos testing, and any necessary remediation is addressed. CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES: A copy of letter from Carothers is attached to the office copy of minutes, wherein the property owner with remaining nuisance conditions (has cleaned up a large portion) is requested to make contact for arrangements for a meeting time to discuss remaining issues. Dodge noted that another property owner has made good clean up progress, with comments made about “boat” issues still under scrutiny. VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE: Carothers to contact a property owner in regard to easement for alley that is being prepared, along with a street easement, both being currently addressed by Chris Witulski. WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/RATIONALE, ETC.: No new information. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS: Carothers to review the ordinance that addresses number of members , and potential inclusion of a member living outside city limits. INITIAL DISCUSSION: MICRO-TIF PROGRAM – ANDREW WILLIS: In response to interest of one individual who has expressed interest in OPAT lots available and the TIF Program, and perhaps more aptly the Micro-Tif Program designed for smaller projects and residential buildings), Carothers will invite Andrew Willis to address members at the next Regular meeting. (Jan.20). NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES VACATE ALLEY/STREET EASEMENT: NARRATIVE WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/RATIONALE, ETC. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS DISCUSSION PARK RESTROOM/ PRICE/GRANTS/OPTIONS MICRO-TIF PROGRAM – ANDREW WILLIS 90-DAY EVALUATION (WOUTZKE) There being no further business, a motion was made by Riensche at 7:22 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 20, 2026. Mayor: Tim Sedlacek (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

• December 16, 2025 Regular Session: 7:00 PM - Blue Springs City Hall –Council President Reedy called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Council members Neumann, Rainey, Reedy, Riensche ABSENT: Mayor Sedlacek OTHERS PRESENT: Notice of the Hearing/Meeting was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of the December 2, 2025 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims (excluding #18616) as follow: NE Dept. of Revenue (10) - $94.22; Payroll: $1,423.53; Arbor Ink - $142.13; Beatrice Sand/Gravel - $480.09; Dean Cole (Tree Protection Reimb) - $137.26; Fairbury Journal-News - $44.69; Howell Auto Repair - $336.00; JEO Consulting Group (2025 Road Program Annual Fee) - $600.00; Lauby Plumbing/Heating/Air - $22.62; Norris Public Power - $1,031.15; One-Call Concepts - $8.12; Super Foods - $150.00 (Emp. Xmas); Willet & Carothers - $1,370.00 & $1,200.00; Visa - $913.06; Windstream - $110.51; City of Wymore - $360.00; --- and Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), vote: Neumann, Rainey and Neumann – Yes, and Reedy abstaining, for payment of check #18616 - Reedy & Son - $65.00 …..TOTAL CLAIMS: $8,488.38. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: No new applications. DEMOLITION PROJECT: No new information. CLEAN-UP/VEHICLES: No new information. VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE: No new information. WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/ETC.: No new information. SERVICE HOOK UP ASSESSMENTS/ORDINANCE #480: Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), vote 4-0 affirmative to suspend the rule of three readings. Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche) followed by (reading of Ordinance), and a 4-0 affirmative vote to accept/approve Ordinance # 480. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS: No new information. NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLE VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/RATIONALE, ETC. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:06 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved January 6, 2026. Mayor: Tim Sedlacek (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

• December 2, 2025 Regular Session: 7:00 PM - Blue Springs City Hall --Mayor Sedlacek called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Mayor Sedlacek, Council members Neumann, Rainey, Reedy, Riensche ABSENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Attorney Andrew Carothers, Kenny Rainey, Rex/Jodi Adams, Rosalee Reedy, Sam Reedy, Cooper Duryea Notice of the Hearing/Meeting was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of the December 18, 2025 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Neumann), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Internal Revenue Service (941) – $823.57; Automatic w/d by bank (Safety Deposit Box rent) - $50.00; Payroll - $5,317.82; Fairbury Journal-News - $38.21; Industrial Chem Labs - $150.80; Lammel Plumbing - $3,286.80; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $88.00; NE Public Health Environmental Lab - $15.00; Pinecrest Tree Farm (Cabin Trees/fr/Grant) - $600.00; Postmaster - $278.00; Temps Disposal Service (Mandatory) - ­$2,728.00; Winwater Works Co. $3,583.93; Wymore, City of – (Tower) - $1,160.62; TOTAL CLAIMS: $18,120.75 STREET SUPERINTENDENT: (Acknowledgment of 2025 Street Supt. (Evan Wickersham) (S-1139/Class A, JEO Consulting Group, Inc.)—---Resolution 2025-5 ( motion - Neumann ), (second – Riensche) followed by reading of resolution (Carothers) and a vote -4-0 affirmative) ---- (&) Approve, Agree, and Appoint Evan Wickersham (S-1139/Class A – JEO Consulting Group, Inc.) as the Blue Springs 2026 Street Superintendent): Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote. COMMITTEES: Motion (Reedy), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote for the following designations: (Water System - Reedy/Neumann) (Sewer Lagoon Rainey /Riensche) - (Streets and Alleys Rainey /Neumann) - (City Parks and Properties - Reedy/Riensche) (Finance Rainey /Neumann) (Keno - Reedy/Riensche) COUNCIL PRESIDENT: Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote for the following designation: PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL: Gene (Radar) Reedy COUNCIL SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT, TEMPORARY CLERK, CITY ATTORNEY, AUDITOR, PHYSICIAN Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote for the following designations: Secondary Council President (Neumann) Temporary Clerk (Carothers) City Attorney (Carothers) Auditor: (Blobaum & Busboom) Physician: No appointee EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: PAY RATE, VACATION, HOLIDAYS, SICK LEAVE, TELEPHONE ALLOWANCE, ETC.: Motion (Reedy), second (Rainey), 4-0 affirmative vote for the following designations:’ EMPLOYEE CONSIDERATIONS (with benefits as listed) 4% payroll increase across the board for the following totals henceforth: Milford Woutzke: Rate is $21.84 hourly. Vacation - 3 wk. paid vacation., 96 hr. annual sick leave $25.00 monthly telephone allowance Paid Holidays: : (11) New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents, Memorial, Independence, Labor, Columbus, Veterans, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Katherine Roche City Clerk – Rate - $1,466.65 monthly. Office Hours 8:30AM - Noon - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Holidays: Office may be closed: (11) - New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents, Memorial, Independence, Labor, Columbus, Veterans, Thanksgiving Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Linda Hohensee - Rate $70.10 monthly OTHER To be established as needed. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: No new applications. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Carothers suggested he begin the application for another grant from the Thomas Foundation, and demolition sites were suggested, with evaluation and further suggestions indicated in support of a new grant application. One property was positively identified, with a letter to be sent regarding needs: asbestos testing, remediation if necessary, etc. CLEAN-UP/VEHICLE: Clean-up effort was large scale and successful at one property and gratitude was expressed. A resident who declined to sign for a certified letter has nonetheless shown progress in clean-up efforts. Some aspects remain (tires, wood, metal), and determination was made that an amicable response would be expected by sending an letter offering to meet on the property for further explanation of remaining infractions. VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE: Chris Witulski is working on the narrative that will support easement/ordinance. WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/ETC. (Reedy): Between now and July, Reedy will be working with SENDD (Jim/James) to identify grant expected to be $250,00 with a 20% City kick-in SERVICE HOOK UP ASSESSMENTS/ORDINANCE #480: Minor changes were indicated, and the ordinance should be ready for review/approval at the next Regular meeting. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS: Rosalee Reedy indicated that Gene Reedy Sr. is very interested in being a member of the Board. Members stated that he is well-known for applying great effort (time, materials, etc) to restoration/protection of the cabin. It was determined that having one member who does not reside within city limits should be acceptable. Carothers will research. Other people interested are Jodi Adams, Devin Dorn, Ruth Razo. Search will continue for interested individuals. NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLE VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/ETC. SERVICE HOOK UP ASSESSMENTS/ORDINANCE #480 TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 8:50 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved December 16, 2025. Mayor: Tim Sedlacek (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

• November 18, 2025 Regular Session: 7:00 PM - Blue Springs City Hall --Mayor Sedlacek called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Mayor Sedlacek, Council members Neumann, Rainey,Riensche ABSENT: Council member Reedy OTHERS PRESENT: Rex/Jodi Adams; Devin/Deb Dorn; Phil/Tana Padgett; Alfredo/Ruth Razo Notice of the Hearing/Meeting was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of Nov. 4th, 2025 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Riensche), second (Rainey), 3-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: NE Dept. of Rev. (10) - $116.14; Payroll: $951.24; Abbott Portable Toilets - $500.00; Black Hills Energy - $72.80; Fairbury Journal-News - $85.50; Lauby Plumbing/Heating/Air - $9.98; Municipal Supply - $1,209.53; Norris Public Power - $1,002.70; One-Call Concepts - $8.51; Visa - $619.05; Windstream - $110.51; TOTAL CLAIMS: $4,685,96. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: No new applications. DEMOLITION PROJECT: It is anticipated that the debris from the recent controlled burn will be removed (no earlier than 45 days) along with the debris from a previous burn. CLEAN-UP/VEHICLE: Sedlacek told that he took pictures of one property to support legal proceedings by Carothers for a nuisance infraction. VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE: No new information available. WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/ETC.: No new information available. SERVICE HOOK UP ASSESSMENTS/ORDINANCE: Changes/additions will be requested for Ordinance #480. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS: Three possibilities were noted: Jodi Adams, Devin Dorn, and Ruth Razo (when living in Blue Springs). NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS STREET SUPERINTENDENT: (Acknowledgment of 2025 Street Supt. (Evan Wickersham) (S-1139/Class A, JEO Consulting Group, Inc.) (&) Approve, Agree, and Appoint Evan Wickersham (S-1139/Class A – JEO Consulting Group, Inc.) as the Blue Springs 2026 Street Superintendent) COMMITTEES COUNCIL PRESIDENT COUNCIL SECONDARY COUNCIL PRESIDENT; TEMPORARY CLERK, CITY ATTORNEY, DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY, AUDITOR, PHYSICIAN EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: PAY RATE, VACATION, HOLIDAYS, SICK LEAVE, TELEPHONE ALLOWANCE, ETC. PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLE VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/ETC. SERVICE HOOK UP ASSESSMENTS/ORDINANCE TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS There being no further business, a motion was made by Neumann at 7:12 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved December 2, 2025. Mayor: Tim Sedlacek (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)

• November 4, 2025 Regular Session: 7:00 PM - Blue Springs City Hall --Mayor Sedlacek called the meeting to order, and roll call was taken. PRESENT: Mayor Sedlacek, Council members Neumann, Rainey, Reedy, Riensche ABSENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Verlyn Dodge Notice of the Hearing/Meeting was given in advance by posting in at least three public places as shown by the certificate of posting placed on file. Notice of the hearing/meeting was simultaneously given to the Mayor and all members of the City Council and a copy of their acknowledgment of receipt and agenda are placed on file. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the advance notice to the Mayor and City Council of the hearing/meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion (Neumann), second (Riensche), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve minutes of October 21 meeting. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion (Riensche), second (Neumann), 4-0 affirmative vote to approve claims as follow: Internal Revenue Service (941) - $1,164.02; Payroll: $2,644.10; Fairbury Journal-News - $73.84; Ideus Tree Service (Trees down ) $2,400.00; Municipal Supply - $229.47; NE Dept. of Revenue (501N) - $140.00; Temps Disposal Service (Mandatory) - $2,711.52; Milford Woutzke – (Tel. Comp.) - $25.00; City of Wymore (Tower) - $1,672.12; TOTAL CLAIMS: $11,060.07. . PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED: Motion (Riensche), second (Reedy), and 4-0 affirmative vote approved (after recommendation by P & Z Commission) application for building permit #25-5 for Jace Bowhay for a house being moved. DEMOLITION PROJECT: Trees are cut, and controlled burn expected to proceed as scheduled. CLEAN-UP/VEHICLE: No new information. VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE: No new information. WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/ETC.: No new information. SERVICE HOOK UP ASSESSMENTS: CONTINUED AS DETERMINED: New ordinance to be drafted. TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: CONTINUED AS DETERMINED: Board formation to begin with determination of five members. To be continued at the next Regular meeting. CABIN LANDSCAPING (IF FURTHER DISCUSSION NEEDED): No new information. To be returned to the agenda as per future determination. NEXT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF CLAIMS PLANNING & ZONING: APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED DEMOLITION PROJECT CLEAN-UP/VEHICLE VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT: NARRATIVE WATER LINE PROJECTS: CDBG CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECT CHOICES/ETC. SERVICE HOOK UP ASSESSMENTS/ORDINANCE TREE/PARK BOARD FORMATION: MEMBERS There being no further business, a motion was made by Riensche at 7:10 PM to adjourn. The minutes of the Regular meeting were read and approved November 18, 2025. Mayor: Tim Sedlacek (Hearing/Regular Session) City Clerk: Katherine A. Roche (Hearing/Regular Session)