Fremont public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 28, 2021, preceded by a Board of Equalization meeting. The council will consider approving interim appointments for City Administrator and Utility General Manager, a fire services fee schedule, a library renovation grant application, and a $5.2 million claims list. The agenda also includes a discussion on emergency declaration procedures and an executive session.

• Resolution 2021-196: Special assessment of $2,629.22 against 213 S. Nye Ave. for weed/debris removal
• Resolution 2021-197: Special assessment of $979.64 against 2148 N. Union for weed/debris removal
• Resolution 2021-199: Billing for fire services and adoption of fee schedule
• Resolution 2021-202: Purchase of primary general liability and excess insurance with Everest National Insurance
• Approve $5,224,654.77 in claims for Dec 15-28, 2021

The Fremont City Council approved several appointments and resolutions, including confirming Kurt Bottorff and Shane Wimer as Police Captains, appointing Jody Sanders as Interim City Administrator and Troy Schaben as Interim Utility General Manager, and authorizing a contract for a DAF heating system replacement. The council also adopted a Business Improvement District operational policy and approved a grant application for library renovations. No action was taken on a legal clarification regarding emergency spending rules.

• Approved special assessments for weed/debris removal at 213 S. Nye Ave. ($2,629.22) and 2148 N. Union ($979.64) (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-198 for DAF heating system replacement with BLT Plumbing and Heating (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-199 for fire services billing and fee schedule (8-0)
• Confirmed Kurt Bottorff as Police Captain (8-0)
• Confirmed Shane Wimer as Police Captain (6-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-201 renewing Velocity EHS agreement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-202 for liability insurance purchase (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-204 to apply for library renovation grant (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider approving the Utilities' general liability and excess liability insurance renewal, the Luther Road South Paving Project, and the Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project bid. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable through December 28, 2021.

• Consider Utilities' General Liability and Excess Liability Insurance Renewal
• Consider Luther Road South Paving Project
• Consider Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project Bid
• Approve accounts payable through December 28, 2021 (total $4,105,388.78)
• Approve minutes of December 14, 2021

The Utility and Infrastructure Board approved the consent agenda and recommended City Council approve the general and excess liability insurance renewal premiums totaling $156,662. They also recommended approval of a $149,213.16 bid for the Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project. Consideration of the Luther Road South Paving Project was continued to a later meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and accounts payable (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $28,258 primary general liability insurance renewal with Everest National (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $128,404 excess liability insurance renewal with Associated Electric & Gas (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $149,213.16 bid to Speece Lewis Engineers for Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Continued consideration of Luther Road South Paving Project (5-0)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a revised budget, a January newsletter, reimbursing MainStreet for 50% of the Director's wages, updating bylaws, advertising, and paying the city for hanging decorations. They will also receive updates on the light pole speaker system RFP and parking lot maintenance.

• Discussion on revised BID budget
• Possible action on newsletter in January
• Possible action on reimbursement to MainStreet for 50% of Director's wages
• Update on RFP for light pole speaker system
• Discussion on paying City for hanging flags, banners, and Christmas decorations

The Fremont Business Improvement District Board approved several actions, including bylaw changes to expand the board from 11 to 14 members with 2-year terms and a quorum of 8, and authorized sending an RFP for a light pole speaker system. The board also approved a January newsletter (not to exceed $300), two monthly payments to Mainstreet for 50% of the director's wage, continued city services for flags and decorations, and a maintenance bid for green space. All votes were unanimous except the RFP, which passed 7-3 with 2 abstentions.

• Approved November 16, 2021 minutes (12-0)
• Approved January newsletter not to exceed $300 (12-0)
• Approved two monthly payments to Mainstreet for 50% director wage (12-0)
• Approved bylaw changes: 2-year terms, 14 board members, quorum of 8 (12-0)
• Approved sending RFP for light pole speaker system (7-3, 2 abstentions)
• Approved continuing city payments for flags, banners, Christmas decorations (12-0)
• Approved Purple Ribbon bid of $840 for green space maintenance (11-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will discuss a proposal for a Community Needs Response Plan process. The meeting will also include updates on the library expansion project and a review of recent library expenditures.

• Discussion of Community Needs Response Planning
• Expansion Project update
• Review of Library Director's Report
• Review of Finance-Library Expenditures Report

The Keene Memorial Library Board discussed updating its Community Needs Response Plan, required for state accreditation and aid. They agreed to use professional facilitation services and will seek multiple quotes before choosing a vendor at the January 17 meeting. No formal action was taken on this item.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved November 15, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Agreed to seek quotes for Community Needs Response Plan facilitation (discussion only)
• Adjourned at 7:45 p.m. (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 20, 2021, was cancelled. No items were submitted for the agenda.

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and receive updates on the terminal project. They will discuss the 2022 Airport Capital Improvement Plan, the existing terminal's future, and maintenance items. The meeting is open to the public.

• Update on Terminal Project
• Discussion of 2022 Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of Existing Terminal and Future Status
• Discussion of maintenance items

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider bids for Marketing and Meter Agent Services and Transmission Congestion Services, and for a Dissolved Air Flotation Heating System replacement. They will also consider an agreement for an SDS management program and receive a City Administrator update on interconnection, utility facility locations, electric production comparisons, and solar. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and accounts payable.

• Consider bid for Marketing and Meter Agent Services and Transmission Congestion Services
• Consider bid for Dissolved Air Flotation Heating System replacement
• Consider agreement for SDS management program
• Approve minutes of November 30, 2021
• Consider accounts payable through December 14, 2021

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve a five-year extension of the Marketing and Meter Agent Services Agreement with OPPD. It also recommended approval of a $63,594.89 bid from BLT Plumbing and Heating for a heating system replacement at the wastewater treatment plant's DAF building, and a $12,052.00 renewal of the SDS management program with Velocity EHS. All votes were 5-0.

• Recommended City Council approve 5-year OPPD Marketing and Meter Agent Services Agreement extension (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $63,594.89 bid from BLT Plumbing and Heating for DAF heating system replacement (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $12,052.00 renewal of Velocity EHS SDS management program (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including November 30, 2021 minutes and accounts payable through December 14, 2021 (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 5603 to rezone property at 900 Bud Boulevard from General Industrial to General Commercial. The council will also consider purchasing land for the Sunridge Second Addition, approving a building inspection services contract, and approving over $5 million in claims and various agreements.

• Ordinance 5603: Rezone 900 Bud Boulevard from GI to GC (second reading)
• Resolution 2021-195: Authorize purchase of Outlot 2, Sunridge Second Addition
• Six-month service contract with IBTS for Building Inspection Services
• Claims totaling $5,009,835.70 for city and utility funds
• Resolution 2021-190: Establish Business Improvement District Board for Downtown

The Fremont City Council approved Ordinance 5603, changing the zoning of property at 900 Bud Boulevard from General Industrial to General Commercial, on final reading. The council also approved several resolutions, including the purchase of transmission relays, a banner permit, and agreements with OPPD and TRISTAR. A resolution to purchase land for the Luther Street widening project was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 5603 rezoning 900 Bud Boulevard from General Industrial to General Commercial (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-190 establishing Business Improvement District Board Members (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2021-191 for purchase of 69kV Transmission Line Protective Relays and Communication Switches
• Authorized Mayor to sign agreement with OPPD for Marketing and Meter Agent Services and Transmission Congestion Services (7-0)
• Authorized staff to renew TRISTAR worker's compensation claims administration agreement for 2022
• Authorized staff to renew Safety National worker's compensation excess coverage with $600,000 self-insured retention (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-192 as amended for Comprehensive Annual Banner Permit with NDOT (7-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2021-195 for purchase of Outlot 2, Sunridge Second Addition (7-0)

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association Board accepted Norma Jean McGillick's resignation with an award, and approved the Secretary's and Treasurer's reports. No other formal actions were taken; updates were provided on cemetery operations and future plans.

• Accepted Norma Jean McGillick's resignation with an award (4-0)
• Approved Secretary's Report as sent (4-0)
• Approved and filed Treasurer's Report (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve prior minutes and conduct interviews for police captain positions. The commission may go into executive session for the interviews, and public comment rules are included in the agenda.

• Police Captain Interviews (may go into executive session)
• Approve minutes of July 9, 2021 meeting
• Review posting of Open Meeting Rules

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will consider a request from the Antique Car Club to host a car show at John C. Fremont Park on Thursday evenings from June 2 through September 29. The board will also receive updates on the Senior Center, winter recreation, the auditorium and Johnson Park projects, parks/forestry, open positions, facility contracts, CivicRec software, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Antique Car Club request for car show at John C. Fremont Park, June 2–September 29, Thursday evenings
• Recreation report: Senior Center update, winter recreation report
• Director report: auditorium project, Johnson Park project, parks/forestry update
• Director report: open positions, facility contracts/leases, CivicRec software, Capital Improvement Plan

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider bids for activated carbon media for the gas scrubbing system and for 69KV transmission line protective relays and communications switches for Substations C and D. It will also review a change order for fuel handling equipment modifications at Lon D. Wright Power Plant, a 2022 banner permit with NDOT, and annual renewals for maintenance agreements and certifications. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable through November 30, 2021.

• Bid from Cabot Norbit Americas, Inc. for Activated Carbon Media for Gas Scrubbing System
• Bid from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories for 69KV Transmission Line Protective Relays and Communications Switches for Substations C and D
• Change Order for Fuel Handling Receiving Equipment Modifications at Lon D. Wright Power Plant
• 2022 Banner Permit with Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT)
• 2022 annual renewal of DOT Maintenance Agreement No. 11 and Certificate of Compliance for 2021

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approve a $55,500 bid from Cabot Norbit Americas, Inc. for Activated Carbon Media for the Gas Scrubbing System. The board also unanimously recommended Council approve a $97,993.70 bid from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories for 69KV transmission line relays and switches, and a $62,351.76 change order for fuel handling equipment modifications at Lon D. Wright Power Plant. All other agenda items, including a 2022 NDOT banner permit and annual maintenance agreement renewal, were also recommended for approval by unanimous votes.

• Approved consent agenda items: minutes from November 9, 2021 and accounts payable through November 30, 2021 (5-0)
• Recommended Council approve $55,500 bid from Cabot Norbit Americas, Inc. for activated carbon media (5-0)
• Recommended Council approve $97,993.70 bid from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories for 69KV transmission line relays and switches (5-0)
• Recommended Council approve $62,351.76 change order for fuel handling equipment modifications at Lon D. Wright Power Plant (5-0)
• Recommended Council approve 2022 Banner Permit with Nebraska Department of Transportation (5-0)
• Recommended Council approve 2022 renewal of DOT Maintenance Agreement No. 11 and Certificate of Compliance (5-0)
• Recommended Council approve Year End Certification of City Street Superintendent for 2021 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:36 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting, Board of Equalization meeting, and regular meeting. They will vote on a settlement agreement with Tina Walker, approve contracts for the library expansion, and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including zoning changes and conditional use permits.

• Settlement Agreement with Tina Walker over lawsuit
• Ordinance 5588 to modify and continue Business Improvement District No. 1 (final reading)
• Ordinance 5603 to rezone 900 Bud Boulevard from GI to GC (first reading)
• Conditional Use Permit for Adult Day Care at 437 Jefferson Rd.
• Resolution 2021-174, 175, 176: special assessments for weed/debris removal totaling $1,364.51

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting, Board of Equalization meeting, and regular meeting on November 30, 2021. The Council approved a settlement agreement in a litigation matter, continued the Business Improvement District (BID) for downtown Fremont, approved conditional use permits for an adult day services facility and a playground, and authorized contracts for the library expansion project. The Council also approved several ordinances, including the sale of City Tech Park lots, and authorized the purchase of multiple vehicles for the Utilities Department.

• Approved settlement agreement and authorized Mayor to sign (7-0)
• Approved BID continuation (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for adult day services at 437 Jefferson St. (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for contractor's yard at 121 S. Main St. (7-0)
• Approved library expansion contract with MCL Construction (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Altec DB37 and trailer (7-0)
• Approved purchase of three 2022 work trucks (7-0)
• Approved sale of City property to Select Properties (7-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will receive updates regarding the status of the Terminal Project and apron projects. The committee will also discuss various airport maintenance items.

• Status update on Terminal Project
• Update on Apron Projects
• Discussion of maintenance items

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including purchasing flowers and benches, issuing an RFP for a light pole speaker system, and the renewal of the BID itself. The meeting is open to the public and includes time for public comments.

• Purchase of flowers for hanging pots
• Purchase of benches
• Request for proposal (RFP) for light pole speaker system
• Renewal of the Business Improvement District
• Committee reports on financial, maintenance, future projects, and Christmas decorations

The Fremont Business Improvement District Board recommended a two-year renewal with a reduced annual budget of $48,000, and allocated $15,000 to fund half of MainStreet's executive director salary. The board also approved up to $9,000 for flower pots, approved sending out an RFP for a light pole speaker system, and approved $5,000 for social media marketing. No action was taken on purchasing additional benches.

• Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved up to $9,000 for BID's 50% share of flower pots (6-0)
• Approved sending out RFP for light pole speaker system (6-0)
• Recommended two-year BID renewal, $48,000 budget, $15,000 for MainStreet director (5-1)
• Approved up to $5,000 for social media marketing Nov-Dec (6-0)
• No action on purchasing additional benches

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and take first readings on three ordinances that would create a Utilities General Manager position and modify the duties of the City Administrator, effectively splitting the current consolidated role. The council will also receive job descriptions for both positions and consider amendments to salary ordinances, as well as authorize the Mayor to sign an amendment to the Paymentus Corporation Master Services Agreement.

• Ordinance 5598: Repeal/replace Chapter 2, Article 5 to create Utilities General Manager position (First Reading)
• Ordinance 5599: Repeal/replace Chapter 3, Articles 1, 2, 11 to modify duties of Utilities General Manager and City Administrator (First Reading)
• Ordinance 5600: Repeal/replace Chapter 8, Article 2 to modify duties of Utilities General Manager and City Administrator (First Reading)
• Discussion and action on eliminating consolidated City Administrator position; receive job descriptions and approve amendments to salary ordinances 5586 and 5587
• Authorize Mayor to sign amendment to Paymentus Corporation Master Services Agreement

The Fremont City Council held first readings on four ordinances (5598-5600, 5601-5602) to eliminate the consolidated City Administrator position and create separate City Administrator and Utilities General Manager roles, along with salary ordinance amendments. All motions passed unanimously (8-0). The council also received job descriptions for the two positions and authorized the mayor to sign an amendment to the Paymentus Corporation Master Services Agreement.

• Received Nebraska Creative District presentation (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5598, first reading, to create Utilities General Manager position (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5599, first reading, to modify duties of Utilities General Manager and City Administrator (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5600, first reading, to modify duties of Utilities General Manager and City Administrator (8-0)
• Received job descriptions for City Administrator and Utilities General Manager (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5601, first reading, amending Government Salary Ordinance (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5602, first reading, amending Utility Salary Ordinance (8-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Paymentus Corporation Master Services Agreement amendment (8-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will consider three requests: a waiver of landscape requirements for Holcim's industrial property at 3350 N. Broad Street, a sign plan for Fremont Beef Company at 960 Schneider Street, and a conditional use permit for a child care center at Stone Bridge Christian Church, 1041 N. Nye Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior special meetings. Staff recommend approval of the landscape waiver and the sign plan with a condition, while the church request is listed for consideration.

• Holcim requests waiver of required landscape buffer at 3350 N. Broad Street; staff recommend approval
• Fremont Beef Company proposes sign plan at 960 Schneider Street; staff recommend approval with condition to keep existing sign size
• Stone Bridge Christian Church seeks conditional use permit for child care center at 1041 N. Nye Avenue
• Minutes of October 26, 2021 special meetings to be approved

The Fremont Planning Commission unanimously approved a landscape requirement waiver for Holcim at 3350 N. Broad Street, a sign plan for Fremont Beef Company at 960 Schneider Street, and a conditional use permit for a child care center at Stone Bridge Christian Church at 1041 N. Nye Avenue. The child care permit includes conditions requiring the play area be identified on the site plan, state licensure before operation, and a traffic evaluation of Nye Avenue. The commission also approved minutes from two October 26, 2021 meetings.

• Approved minutes of Oct 26 special meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Oct 26 joint meeting with City Council (7-0)
• Approved Holcim landscape waiver at 3350 N. Broad St (7-0)
• Approved Fremont Beef sign plan at 960 Schneider St (7-0)
• Approved Stone Bridge Christian Church conditional use permit for child care center at 1041 N. Nye Ave (7-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will discuss the potential relocation of the library during an ongoing expansion project. The meeting also includes a policy manual update regarding genealogy resources and reports on library expenditures.

• Discussion of library relocation during expansion project
• Policy Manual Update – Genealogy Resources
• Library Director’s Expansion Project Update
• Review of Library Expenditures Report

The Keene Memorial Library Board approved reducing the genealogy printing charge from 20 cents to 10 cents per page, aligning it with other black-and-white printing rates. The board also adopted the agenda and approved the October minutes, both unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; relocation during the expansion was only discussed, and the director's report noted a $100,000 anonymous donation and a $100,000 matching grant.

• Approved genealogy printing price change to 10 cents per page (5-0)
• Adopted November 15, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 18, 2021 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a report and presentation from Matrix Consulting Group on the Fire Department Long Range Master Plan, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes public hearings, consent agenda items, and several ordinances to sell Tech Park lots to various companies, along with other routine business.

• Receive report and presentation from Matrix Consulting Group on Fire Department Long Range Master Plan
• Ordinance 5588 to modify and continue Business Improvement District No. 1 in downtown (final reading Nov 30)
• Ordinance 5594 to sell Tech Park lot to Allo Communication, LLC (second reading, request to suspend rules)
• Ordinance 5595 to sell Tech Park lot to Awesome Koncrete (first reading)
• Ordinance 5597 to sell Tech Park lot to Selectel Inc. (first reading)

The Fremont City Council approved the sale of two Tech Park lots: Ordinance 5594 to Allo Communication, LLC and Ordinance 5596 to Summit Medical Staffing, LLC, both by unanimous votes. The council also received the Fire Department Long Range Master Plan, approved several resolutions (including emergency methane gas leak repairs and redistricting), and accepted City Administrator Brian Newton's retirement notice. The Library Expansion contract was continued to November 30.

• Approved Ordinance 5594 selling Tech Park lot to Allo Communication, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5596 selling Tech Park lot to Summit Medical Staffing, LLC (8-0)
• Received Fire Department Long Range Master Plan from Matrix Consulting Group (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-167 for emergency methane gas leak repairs (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-169 for redistricting recommendation (8-0)
• Approved October 2021 Traffic Committee Report and Resolutions 2021-170, 171, 172 (8-0)
• Accepted City Administrator Brian Newton's retirement notice (8-0)
• Continued Library Expansion contract with MCL Construction to November 30

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will review several equipment purchases, including new pickup trucks for the Water and Gas departments. The board will also consider an emergency declaration to hire IEC for methane gas leak repairs in the lagoon system.

• Emergency declaration to hire IEC for methane gas leak repairs
• Bid from DataProse for utility bill printing and delivery services
• Purchase of 2022 Ford F150 for Water Department
• Purchase of three 2022 Chevrolet 1500 trucks for Gas Department
• Purchase of 2022 Altec DB37 backyard machine from Altec Industries, Inc

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 4-0 to recommend City Council affirm the City Administrator's emergency declaration to hire IEC for methane gas leak investigation and repair in the lagoon gas collection system, estimated at $30,000. The board also recommended approval of several other items, including a utility bill printing contract, property insurance renewal, and multiple vehicle purchases. All recommendations passed unanimously with 4-0 votes.

• Recommended affirming emergency declaration for IEC methane gas leak repairs, $30,000 (4-0)
• Recommended submitting Open Season Bid with Northern Natural Gas for pipeline capacity (4-0)
• Recommended DataProse utility bill printing/mailing/electronic delivery contract, ~$3,000/month (4-0)
• Recommended property insurance renewal with Starr Tech/AEGIS, $865,960 (4-0)
• Recommended Water Dept. 2022 Ford F150 purchase, $40,981.00 (4-0)
• Recommended Gas Dept. three 2022 Chevrolet 1500 pickups purchase, $102,183.93 (4-0)
• Recommended Distribution Dept. 2022 Altec DB37 machine purchase, $194,925.11 (4-0)
• Recommended Distribution Dept. 2022 Chevrolet 3500HD pickup purchase, $49,252.10 (4-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Park and Recreation Board and Library Board are holding a joint meeting to discuss where the library will be located while an expansion project is underway.

• Discussion regarding library relocation during expansion

The joint meeting of the Park & Recreation Board and Library Board was primarily a discussion session about the library's relocation during its expansion project. No formal decisions were made; the boards agreed on the importance of transparency and open communication. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Adjourned joint meeting at 8:04 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Board

The Park and Recreation Board and Library Board are holding a joint meeting to discuss potential relocation options for the library during an upcoming expansion project.

• Discussion of library relocation during expansion

The Library Board and Park & Recreation Board held a joint meeting to discuss the relocation of the library during its expansion project. No formal decisions were made; the boards shared thoughts and emphasized transparency and open communication. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Discussed library relocation during expansion project (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:04 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Fremont City Council approved a Class I liquor license for That Axe Throwing Place with added security conditions, approved a Comprehensive Plan amendment, rezoned property at 325 County Road T to Light Industrial, and passed ordinances updating the Unified Development Code. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a child care center, several resolutions for purchases and agreements, and the sale of two Tech Park lots. One motion to amend the UDC failed, and a motion to remove a Keno grant award was rejected.

• Approved Resolution 2021-153 for Class I liquor license for That Axe Throwing Place, with security and training conditions (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-154 amending the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5593 rezoning 325 County Road T from GC to LI (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5590 amending UDC to define contractor yard and construction sales service (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-155 for child care center conditional use permit at 1737/1741 E. Military Ave (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2021-158 for fire department pickup truck purchase (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-159 Keno grant awards, including $5,000 to Mainstreet of Fremont (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 5592 selling Tech Park lot to Boulevard Boys Properties, LLC (6-1)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several bids and agreements, including substation switches, a low-income water assistance program, a FEMA-required OPPD agreement, and a 2021 pavement rehabilitation project. The board will also review routine consent items like meeting minutes and accounts payable.

• Bid from Prime Communications for substation switches
• Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
• OPPD Master Services Agreement as required by FEMA
• Bid for 2021 Pavement Rehab; Project No. P-189-21
• Bid for Unit 8 Turbine and Turbine Valves Inspection

The Utility and Infrastructure Board met on October 26, 2021, and unanimously (5-0) recommended City Council approval of all seven regular agenda items. These included a $49,375.22 bid for substation switches, a $361,429 turbine inspection bid, a $21,945.85 change order for pavement rehab, and several agreements and programs. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and accounts payable) 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve $49,375.22 bid from Prime Communications for substation switches 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve administration of Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve OPPD Master Services Agreement as required by FEMA 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve ADA Carbon Solutions bid for Powdered Activated Carbon Agreement (est. $100,000) 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve $361,429 bid from S.T. Cotter for Unit 8 Turbine and Turbine Valves Inspection 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve Traffic Committee Report and recommendations 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve $21,945.85 final change order with C-R Menn Concrete for 2021 Pavement Rehab 5-0

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider amending the Comprehensive Plan to change a property area from commercial to industrial. Additionally, a joint meeting with the City Council will feature a discussion on updating the Comprehensive Plan, LRTP, and UDC using reports from Houseal Lavigne.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment: Change from Commercial to Industrial between Somers, N. Broad, and south of W. County Rd. T.
• Discussion regarding updates to the Comprehensive Plan, LRTP, and UDC from Houseal Lavigne
• Review of Land Use and Development Plan draft recommendations

Public Safety Answering Point

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governance Board is meeting to discuss ongoing support for current county radio subscribers and a long-term support plan for the Dodge County Radio System once completed. They will also receive an update on 911 regionalization planning. The agenda includes approval of the March 23, 2021 minutes.

• Discussion and possible solution for county radio subscriber support and long-term Dodge County Radio System support
• Update on 911 regionalization planning
• Approve minutes of March 23, 2021

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governing Board approved a motion to develop a request for pricing for radio support services from Douglas County and First Wireless, and to contract with retired technician Tom Christensen in the interim, paid through the PSAP budget with 50% charged back to the county. The board also discussed 911 regionalization, including talks with Burt County for part-time dispatching and Saunders County's interest in joining MidEast Regional 911, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved motion to develop request for pricing for radio support services from Douglas County and First Wireless (5-0)
• Approved interim contract with Tom Christensen for radio support, paid through PSAP budget with 50% charged to county (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss its renewal request, which is scheduled for a third reading at the City Council on October 26, 2021, and to review the budget. The board will also hear updates on MainStreet grant writing, a comprehensive plan meeting, and a second meeting with Hispanic business owners, and may decide on mailing a fall newsletter.

• Discussion on BID renewal request and budget ahead of City Council third reading on October 26, 2021
• Update on MainStreet grant writing
• Discussion on comprehensive plan meeting on October 27, 2021 and second meeting with Hispanic business owners
• Possible action on mailing a fall BID newsletter
• Committee reports including financial, maintenance (benches), future projects, and design/Christmas decorations

The Business Improvement District Board approved sending a fall newsletter at a cost not to exceed $300, contingent on city council approval of the BID renewal. The board also discussed the upcoming third and final reading of the BID request on October 26, 2021, and heard updates on grants and a comprehensive plan meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved fall newsletter at cost not to exceed $300, contingent on BID renewal (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will convene for its regular monthly meeting, where members will hear a continuing education presentation on library trustees, receive the Library Director's report including an update on the expansion project, and review the Friends of the Library and finance reports. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continuing education presentation by Tammi Thiem on Library Trustees: Roles, Responsibility and Relationships
• Library Director's report including Month in Review and Expansion Project Update
• Friends of the Library report
• Finance-Library Expenditures Report (attachment)

The Keene Memorial Library Board held its regular October 18, 2021 meeting, adopting the agenda and approving the September minutes, both unanimously (5-0). The board received a continuing education presentation on library trustee roles and heard the director's report, which included updates on fundraising for the library expansion and upcoming programs. No substantive policy decisions or votes on new business were made.

• Adopted October 18, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Approved September 20, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned at 7:28 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will consider two requests: a zone change from General Industrial to General Commercial for the DPA Auction property at 900 Bud Boulevard, and a conditional use permit for an adult day service facility at 437 N Jefferson Rd. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 20 meeting and be reminded of an upcoming special meeting on October 26.

• Change of Zone from GI to GC at 900 Bud Boulevard for DPA Auctions
• Conditional Use Permit for Adult Day Services at 437 N Jefferson Rd
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2021 meeting
• Reminder of special meeting on October 26, 2021 for comprehensive plan and UDC update

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the status of the Terminal Project, open hangar space, and maintenance items. They will also approve the minutes from the September 17, 2021 meeting. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects, including status of Terminal Project
• Discussion of open hangar space
• Discussion of maintenance items
• Approval of September 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will meet to discuss several utility operations, including selecting an engineering firm for EPA rule compliance and reviewing bids for propane air gas peaking plant modifications. The board will also consider the appointment of a new Street Superintendent and sodium chloride bids.

• Selection of Engineering Firm as Owners Engineer for EPA Effluent Limitations Guideline Rule
• Consideration of bid for Propane Air Gas Peaking Plant Modifications
• Appointment of Mark Vyhlidal as Fremont Street Superintendent for 2022
• Consideration of bid for Sodium Chloride (White Road Salt)
• Review of Nebraska Department of Transportation Annual Certification of Program Compliance

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approve several items, including a $1,780,000 bid from Utility Energy Systems, LLC for propane air gas peaking plant modifications, a $108,365 contract with HDR Engineering for EPA Effluent Limitations Guideline services, a $43,225 bid from Blackstrap, Inc. for road salt, the appointment of Mark Vyhlidal as Street Superintendent for 2022, and the NDOT Annual Certification of Program Compliance. All recommendations passed unanimously.

• Recommended City Council approve HDR Engineering as Owners Engineer for EPA ELG Rule at $108,365 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Utility Energy Systems, LLC bid for Peak Shaving Plant upgrades at $1,780,000 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve NDOT Annual Certification of Program Compliance resolution (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Mark Vyhlidal as Fremont Street Superintendent for 2022 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Blackstrap, Inc. bid for Sodium Chloride (White Road Salt) at $43,225 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and accounts payable (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to continue the downtown Business Improvement District No. 1 for another five years, funded by special assessments. The council will also consider several other items, including a rezoning denial, a land sale, and multiple contracts for police vehicles, coal, and utility services.

• Ordinance 5588: Continue Business Improvement District No. 1 (second reading, public hearing)
• Ordinance 5591: Amend floodway and flood fringe overlay district regulations (first reading)
• Resolution 2021-149: Purchase three 2021 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles from Anderson Auto Group
• Ordinance 5592: Sell Tech Park lot to Boulevard Boys Properties, LLC (first reading)
• Resolution 2021-150: Contract with Navajo Transitional Energy Company for coal in 2022-2023

The Fremont City Council approved Ordinance 5591 amending floodway and flood fringe overlay districts, and confirmed Jesse Headid as Police Sergeant. The council also approved several resolutions, including a coal purchase contract and a propane peak shaving system modification, and continued a zoning change request for 325 County Road T.

• Confirmed Jesse Headid as Police Sergeant (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5591 amending floodway/flood fringe overlay districts (7-1)
• Approved two-year maintenance contract with Plibrico Company for police HVAC (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-148 for outside fire contracts (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-150 as amended for coal purchase from Navajo Transitional Energy (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-151 for EPA ELG engineering services (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-152 as amended for propane peak shaving system modification (8-0)
• Continued zoning change request for 325 County Road T (8-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The board will review the August 2nd minutes and receive updates from the Director of Recreation. The agenda includes a request from Girl Scouts to use Johnson Lake Trail and several project updates.

• Girl Scouts request for use of Johnson Lake Trail for a Color Run
• Christensen Field Sidewalk Project Update
• Senior Center Update
• Boat Ramp Project Update
• Budget Update

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing and consider amending the 2021 fiscal year budget to account for $75,225,000 in bond refundings and reissues, increasing total appropriations to $233,525,430. The council will also consider several resolutions, including nuisance liens, liquor license renewals, and interlocal agreements, as well as discuss unfinished and new business items.

• Ordinance 5589 to amend 2021 budget for $75,225,000 bond refunding
• Four nuisance lien resolutions (2021-140 to 2021-143) totaling $1,714.73 for weed/debris removal
• Resolution 2021-144 approving Class C liquor license renewals 2021-2022
• Resolution 2021-147 interlocal agreement with Village of Inglewood for library services
• Resolution 2021-064/065 approving revised Fremont Technology Park Replat 3 preliminary and final plats

The Fremont City Council approved Resolution 2021-139, committing $3 million from the fund balance for large capital improvement projects and immigration ordinance defense, after a motion to reduce the amount from $5 million to $3 million failed. The council also approved the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget amendment (Ordinance 5589), renewed liquor licenses, and approved several interlocal agreements. A motion to authorize a special designated liquor license for Archbishop Bergan Catholic School was denied.

• Approved Resolution 2021-139 committing $3M fund balance for capital projects and immigration defense (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 5589 amending 2021 fiscal year budget (7-0)
• Denied special designated liquor license for Archbishop Bergan Catholic School (7-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Platte River cameras/stream gauges (7-0)
• Approved MainStreet of Fremont contract at $10,000/year for two years (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-147 library services interlocal agreement with Village of Inglewood (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-064 revised Technology Park Replat 3 Preliminary Plat (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-065 revised Technology Park Replat 3 Final Plat (7-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider a bid for the 2022-2023 coal supply contract, approve routine consent agenda items including minutes and accounts payable, and receive updates from the City Administrator on the Lon D. Wright Power Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and a sales tax exemption on water.

• Consider bid for Contract Coal Supply for 2022 and 2023
• Approve minutes of September 14, 2021
• Approve accounts payable through September 28, 2021 (total $2,343,927.49)
• City Administrator update on Lon D. Wright Power Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Sales Tax Exemption on Water

The Utility and Infrastructure Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and accounts payable. They voted to recommend that the City Council approve a coal supply contract with Navajo Transitional Energy Company for 2022 and 2023. Updates were given on power plant and wastewater projects, and a sales tax exemption for residential water. The meeting adjourned at 4:33 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda items: minutes from September 14, 2021 and accounts payable through September 28, 2021 (4-0).
• Recommended City Council approve bid from Navajo Transitional Energy Company for contract coal supply for 2022 and 2023 (4-0).
• Adjourned at 4:33 p.m. (4-0).

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on renewing the BID for another five years, a plan for a downtown speaker system, and reimbursing the city for flag setup on September 11. They will also approve minutes and hear committee reports.

• Discussion and possible action on BID renewal recommendation to City Council
• Scott Givens to present plan and price for downtown speaker system
• Discussion and possible action on reimbursing City for flag setup on September 11, 2021
• Reminder: BID renewal request goes to City Council on September 28, 2021
• Approval of August 17, 2021 meeting minutes

The Business Improvement District Board voted 6/1 to recommend that the City Council purchase 32 speakers and support equipment for a downtown speaker system at a cost not to exceed $69,000, with Brendan Murray voting no. The board also unanimously approved reimbursing the City $279 for flag installation and removal on September 11, 2021, and recommended renewing the BID for another five-year term. Minutes from August 17, 2021, were approved unanimously. The board noted the renewal request goes to City Council on September 28, with a public comment meeting on October 12.

• Approved minutes of August 17, 2021, by unanimous roll call vote 7/0.
• Recommended to Council purchase of 32 speakers and support equipment at not to exceed $69,000, motion carried 6/1 (Murray no).
• Approved reimbursing the City $279 for installing and removing flags on September 11, 2021, by unanimous vote 6/0.
• Recommended to City Council renewal of the BID for another 5-year term, by unanimous vote 6/0.
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous vote 6/0.

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a conditional use permit for a child care center, zoning code amendments, a zone change, and preliminary and final plats for the Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings. The agenda includes substantive decisions on land use and development.

• Conditional Use Permit for child care center at 1737 and 1741 East Military Avenue (12 children per suite, fenced play area required)
• Text amendment to define 'Contractor Yard' and 'Construction Sales/Service' in UDC Sections 11-500 and 11-900
• Zone change from GC to LI for property at 325 County Road T (Rodger and Debra Menn)
• Preliminary and final plats for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition at 29th and N Lincoln Ave
• Floodway and Flood Fringe overlay district text amendment (Section 11-405)

The Fremont Planning Commission held a special meeting on September 20, 2021, and made several recommendations. It recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a child care facility at 1737 and 1741 East Military, with a condition for a 6-foot opaque wood fence around the play area. The commission also recommended approval of a zoning text change to define 'Contractor Yard' and 'Construction Sales/Service', a preliminary and final plat for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition, and a floodway overlay district change. It recommended denial of a zone change from General Commercial to Light Industrial at 325 County Road T. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except for one abstention on the August 17 joint meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 16, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 17, 2021 joint meeting (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for child care facility at 1737/1741 East Military, with 6-foot opaque wood fence condition (7-0)
• Recommended approval of UDC text change to define 'Contractor Yard' and 'Construction Sales/Service' (7-0)
• Recommended denial of zone change from GC to LI at 325 County Road T (7-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition, with future subdivision of Outlot A requiring approval (7-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition, with same condition (7-0)
• Recommended approval of floodway/flood fringe overlay district changes (7-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will consider revisions to the Internal Library Policy Manual, hear the Library Director's report including an expansion project update, and receive reports from the Friends of the Library and on library expenditures. The meeting is a regular monthly business meeting with no other major action items listed.

• Revisions to the Internal Library Policy Manual
• Library Director's Report: Month in Review and Expansion Project Update
• Friends of the Library Report
• Finance-Library Expenditures Report

The Keene Memorial Library Board approved revisions to the Internal Library Policy Manual, which included increasing the volunteer age requirement and removing forms. The board also heard that the expansion project has $5,787,750.80 committed, pledged, or raised, with no specific groundbreaking or move date set. The Friends of the Library reported on a successful Dessert in the Stacks event and upcoming book sales.

• Adopted the September 20, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Approved the August 16, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved revisions to the Internal Library Policy Manual (5-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to approve August minutes, receive updates on the hangar apron and terminal projects, and discuss maintenance items. The agenda is largely procedural, with project updates and maintenance discussion as the main substantive items. The committee may also discuss the status of the terminal project and any outstanding maintenance needs at the airport.

• Final acceptance of Hangar Apron Project
• Status update on Terminal Project
• Discussion of maintenance items at the airport

The Airport Advisory Committee approved the August 20, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Staff reported that final acceptance documents for the Hangar Apron Project have been received from NDOT and will be presented to the City Council on September 28. Construction of the terminal building's steel frame has begun. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included only discussion of maintenance items.

• Approved August 20, 2021 meeting minutes (all yes)
• Adjourned meeting (all yes)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will fill a Ward 3 vacancy by appointing one of four candidates, and will take final votes on the 2021-2023 budget, a property tax request of $6,342,636.26 per year, and a natural gas rate schedule. The council will also consider a zone change and annexation near E 23rd St. and Elk Lane, and approve routine claims and equipment purchases.

• Appoint Council Member to Ward 3 (candidates: Curtis Freidrich, James Vaughan, Jerrod P. Jaeger, Wayne Schwarze)
• Resolution 2021-134: property tax request $6,342,636.26 for FY2022 and FY2023
• Ordinance 5583: natural gas rate schedules (final reading)
• Ordinance 5581/5580: zone change to General Commercial and annexation near E 23rd St. and Elk Lane (final readings)
• Claims totaling $5,957,063.43; purchase of Cat skid steer and JLG boom lift

The Fremont City Council approved the 2021-2023 biennial budget (Ordinance 5585) and set the property tax request at $6,342,636.26 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023 (Resolution 2021-134). The council also approved the final readings of ordinances for a zone change and voluntary annexation of property near E 23rd St. and Elk Lane, and approved the appointment of James Vaughan to fill the Ward 3 council vacancy. Several other resolutions and purchases were approved, including a skid steer loader and a mast boom lift.

• Approved appointment of James Vaughan to the vacant Ward 3 Council position.
• Approved consent agenda items including claims, minutes, liquor manager applications, and equipment purchases.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 5581 (zone change from R to GC) for property near E 23rd St. and Elk Lane.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 5580 (voluntary annexation) for the same property.
• Approved Resolution 2021-113 (Diers 7th Addition final plat).
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 5583 (natural gas rate schedules).
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 5585 (2021-2023 biennial budget) after amendments.
• Approved Resolution 2021-134 setting property tax request at $6,342,636.26 for FY2022 and FY2023.

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider the biennial budget for 2021-2023 and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for utility departments, along with approving routine consent items including minutes and accounts payable. The City Administrator will provide an update on the Lon D. Wright Power Plant. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Consider Biennial Budget for 2021-2023 and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Approve accounts payable totaling $4,592,641.89 for utility funds
• Approve minutes of August 31, 2021
• City Administrator update on Lon D. Wright Power Plant

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council approve the Biennial Budget for 2021-2023 and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan of the Utility Departments. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from August 31, 2021 and accounts payable through September 14, 2021. The meeting included an update on projects at the Lon D. Wright Power Plant and adjourned at 4:34 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda items: minutes from August 31, 2021 and accounts payable through September 14, 2021 (5-0)
• Received updated budget documents from Finance Director Jody Sanders (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve the Biennial Budget for 2021-2023 and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan of the Utility Departments (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:34 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to take final votes on two ordinances: Ordinance 5586, which sets pay grades for government employees, and Ordinance 5587, which sets utility employee pay. The government ordinance includes pay grade increases for many positions, new roles for Police Captain and Community Crisis Responder, and adjustments tied to union agreements. The utility ordinance proposes a 2.5% increase for non-union staff and moves the Human Resources Tech I position to the utility budget.

• Ordinance 5586: Government Salary Ordinance (final reading) with pay grade changes for Director of Parks and Recreation (30 to 31.5), Police Lieutenant (27 to 29.0), and new Police Captain (grade 30.0) and Community Crisis Responder (grade 21.0)
• Ordinance 5587: Utility Salary Ordinance (final reading) with 2.5% increase for non-union classifications and new Assistant WWTP Superintendent position
• Human Resources Tech I position moved from government to utility salary ordinance
• Office Associate temporary classification removed
• Salary adjustments effective October 1, 2021

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting on September 9, 2021, and approved two salary ordinances: Ordinance 5586 (Government Salary) and Ordinance 5587 (Utility Salary), both on final reading. A motion to waive municipal code rules for the meeting failed, as did a motion to enter executive session. The council then voted to proceed with final readings and approved both ordinances with identical 5-2 votes.

• Approved Ordinance 5586 (Government Salary Ordinance) on final reading (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 5587 (Utility Salary Ordinance) on final reading (5-2)
• Motion to waive Municipal Code Section 2-108 paragraphs 14 & 15 failed (2-4)
• Motion to enter executive session for salary studies and contract negotiations failed (4-2)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two ordinances that set pay for city employees. Ordinance 5586 covers government salaries, including union and non-union positions, and Ordinance 5587 covers utility salaries. The council will hold second readings and may vote to suspend rules to move to final approval.

• Ordinance 5586: Government salary ordinance with pay grade changes for multiple positions, including new Police Captain and Community Crisis Responder roles
• Ordinance 5587: Utility salary ordinance with 2.5% increase for non-union classifications effective October 1, 2021
• Human Resources Tech I position moved from government to utility salary ordinance
• Pay grade increases for directors, supervisors, and other city staff
• New Assistant WWTP Superintendent position proposed in utility ordinance

The Fremont City Council held second readings of Ordinance 5586 (Government Salary) and Ordinance 5587 (Utility Salary) but motions to suspend rules and move to final reading failed for both, so neither ordinance was approved. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions on the ordinances.

• Held second reading of Ordinance 5586 (Government Salary) (5-2)
• Motion to suspend rules and move to final reading of Ordinance 5586 failed (5-2)
• Held second reading of Ordinance 5587 (Utility Salary) (5-2)
• Motion to suspend rules and move to final reading of Ordinance 5587 failed (5-2)

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association board is holding a special meeting to review the Keno-funded stone straightening project, receive a kiosk update, and consider nominating and voting on new board members. The treasurer's report and a Parks and Recreation report are also on the agenda. The meeting is open via Zoom and in person.

• Review Keno Funded Stone Straightening Project
• Kiosk Update
• Nominate and vote on new board members
• Treasurer's report by Kim Beam
• Parks and Recreation report by Connie Giese

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the 2021-2023 biennial budget, with a second reading of the appropriation ordinance and discussion of budget questions. The council will also consider several budget modifications, including funding for fire and dispatch personnel, swapping the timing of street projects, and funding a downtown police station with voter-approved bonds. Later, the council will vote on collective bargaining agreements with police, fire, and municipal employees, and set the final property tax request.

• Ordinance 5585 adopting the 2021-2023 Biennial Budget (second reading)
• Resolution 2021-135 committing fund balance for Immigration Ordinance defense
• Budget modification to fund 6 fire personnel in 2022 and 1 dispatch personnel in 2023
• Budget modification to swap timing of 32nd St paving and So. Clarmar/Railroad storm water project, consider ARPA funding
• Resolution 2021-134 setting property tax request at $6,556,907.79 for FY2022 and $6,342,626.28 for FY2023

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting to review the 2021-2023 biennial budget, approving several modifications and resolutions. The council approved the second reading of the budget ordinance, committed fund balance for immigration ordinance defense, and approved collective bargaining agreements with police, fire, and municipal employees. The council also set the property tax request, though the final resolution was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 5585 adopting 2021-2023 Biennial Budget (5-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-135 committing fund balance for Immigration Ordinance defense (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-131 with Fraternal Order of Police Local No. 37 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-132 with Professional Firefighters Association Local 1015 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-133 with AFSCME Local 251 (7-0)
• Approved revision to Article 16 of Employee Handbook (7-0)
• Continued Resolution 2021-134 setting property tax request to September 14 (5-2)
• Failed motion to fund Police Station with voter-approved bonds (2-4, 1 abstention)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2021-2023 biennial budget, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings on a liquor license and a conditional use permit for a Scooter's Coffee kiosk. The regular agenda also includes consent items, ordinances, resolutions, and appointments. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person.

• 2021-2023 Biennial Budget discussion and amendments
• Resolution 2021-119: Class LK Liquor License for Five.0.Five Brewing Company, 349 N. Main Street
• Resolution 2021-120: Conditional Use Permit for Scooter's Coffee kiosk at E. 23rd Ave. N and N. Luther Rd.
• Ordinance 5584: Amend UDC to include cement elevators in height exceptions
• Resolution 2021-123: Contract with American Broadband for Keene Memorial Library internet services (36 months)

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting to discuss the 2021-2023 biennial budget, but a motion to adopt a specific budget handout failed. In the regular meeting, the council approved the budget ordinance on first reading, approved a Class LK liquor license for Five.0.Five Brewing Company, and approved a conditional use permit for a Scooter's Coffee kiosk with a 10-foot bypass lane condition. The council also approved several other resolutions and ordinances, including a cement elevator height exception and the sale of Tech Park property.

• Approved Resolution 2021-119 for a Class LK liquor license for Five.0.Five Brewing Company at 349 N. Main Street.
• Approved Resolution 2021-120 as amended for a Scooter's Coffee kiosk at E. 23rd Ave. N and N. Luther Rd., adding a 10-foot bypass lane condition.
• Approved Ordinance 5584 amending the Unified Development Code to include cement elevators in height exceptions.
• Approved consent agenda items including claims totaling $5,599,119.44 and various resolutions and appointments.
• Continued and remanded Resolution 2021-064 (Fremont Technology Park Replat 3 Preliminary Plat) back to the Planning Commission.
• Approved Ordinance 5582 for the sale of Tech Park property to Valley Drive Properties, LLC.
• Introduced and held first reading of Ordinance 5585 (2021-2023 biennial budget).
• Approved Resolution 2021-128 accepting Council Member Michael Kuhns' resignation and directing the Clerk to publish a vacancy notice.

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board reviewed the 2021-2023 utility budget with no motion. The board unanimously recommended City Council approve three equipment purchases: a Caterpillar 259D compact terrain loader for $54,998, a JLG Toucan 26E mast boom lift for $40,597, and a conveyor equipment rental for coal handling at the Lon D Wright Power Plant for $153,832. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda including August 10 minutes and accounts payable (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of Caterpillar 259D loader for $54,998 (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of JLG Toucan 26E boom lift for $40,597 (5-0)
• Recommended conveyor rental for coal handling for $153,832 (5-0)
• Reviewed utility budget; no motion made

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to receive the mayor's presentation of the 2021-2023 Biennial Budget, discuss budget impact evaluations, and consider recommendations and amendments. The proposed budget maintains the current property tax levy, adds six firefighters, and increases street maintenance funding.

• Property tax levy maintained at .324524; property tax request reduced by $214,281.74 to $6,342,626.05
• Adds six firefighters (two per shift), funded short-term from immigration defense fund
• Street rehabilitation budget increased from $200,000 to $500,000 annually
• CIP includes $10 million for new law enforcement center, $9 million for library expansion, $8 million for street department building
• Utility department transfer to city operations: $3.7 million in 2022, $4.2 million in 2023

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting to receive the Mayor's 2021-2023 Biennial Budget presentation and related documents, including budget impact evaluations. All motions to receive the documents into the record passed unanimously. The council voted to continue the budget discussion to a special meeting on August 31, 2021, without making any amendments or final decisions.

• Received 2022-2023 Budget presentation into record (7-0)
• Received Street Fund page 1 into record (7-0)
• Received Street Fund page 2 into record (7-0)
• Received tasks 1-3 Biennial Budget Considerations into record (7-0)
• Continued budget discussion to August 31, 2021 special meeting (7-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will discuss selecting a consultant for five-year on-call aviation engineering services and review an agency agreement regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant. The committee will also receive updates on apron and terminal projects and hangar loan status.

• Selection of Consultant for 5 Year On-Call Aviation Engineering Services
• Discussion of Agency Agreement, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant
• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects
• Hangar Loan Status update

The Airport Advisory Committee approved the July 16, 2021 minutes and selected Olsson Associates as the consultant for 5-Year On-Call Aviation Engineering Services. The committee also voted to request a presentation on airport expenditures and value at the September 14 City Council meeting. The apron project is complete, the terminal project is underway, and an ARPA grant of $32,000 is expected to offset operational costs.

• Approved July 16, 2021 meeting minutes (all yes)
• Selected Olsson Associates for 5-Year On-Call Aviation Engineering Services
• Requested City Council agenda item for September 14 presentation (all yes)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to receive and discuss an update on the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code from Houseal Lavigne Associates, followed by a discussion and public comment on the city budget. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or in person.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code update
• Public comment on the city budget
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar (ID: 914 6491 3418)

The joint special meeting received a report on the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code from Houseal Lavigne Associates, with no formal action taken. The special council meeting included discussion and public comment on the budget, after waiving certain municipal code rules. No substantive decisions were made in either meeting.

• Received update on Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code (no action)
• Waived Fremont Municipal Code rules 2-108 paragraphs 14 & 15 for budget discussion (4-3)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several operational items. Key topics include hiring a BID/MainStreet director, parking related to the 505 building development, a possible speaker system for downtown, and marketing public information meetings about the BID and its budget. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Update on hiring BID/MainStreet director
• Discussion on parking with development of 505 building
• Discussion and possible action on speaker system for Downtown
• Discussion and possible action on marketing public information meetings on BID and budget
• Committee reports: Financial, Maintenance, Future Projects, Design/Christmas Decorations

The Fremont Business Improvement District Board met on August 17, 2021, and approved reimbursing MainStreet up to $200 for mailing a flier about two public information meetings. The board also discussed hiring a new director, parking for the 505 Building, a downtown sound system, and a possible 5th Street closure, but took no action on these items.

• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 meeting (9-0)
• Approved reimbursement to MainStreet up to $200 for flier mailing (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will discuss internet contract bids for recommendation to City Council and review proposed revisions to Board By-Laws. The meeting will also include updates on the library expansion project and financial reports.

• Review of internet contract bids to recommend to City Council
• Proposed revision to Board By-Laws
• Library Expansion Project update
• Review of Library Expenditures Report

The Keene Memorial Library Board approved amendments to its by-laws, removing the president as an ex-officio member of all committees, and passed the by-laws as amended. The board also accepted the Library Director's recommendation to award a 36-month internet service contract to American Broadband. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Adopted agenda for August 16, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved June 21, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Amended by-laws to strike 'The President shall be an ex-officio of all committees' (4-0)
• Passed by-laws as amended (4-0)
• Accepted American Broadband internet contract bid for 36 months (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering several requests for landscape requirement waivers, a new sign plan for a Scooter's Coffee, and a rezoning to light industrial. The commission also reviewed a proposed change to the Unified Development Code regarding floodway and flood fringe overlays.

• Landscape waiver request for Sapp Brothers Petro at 280 East Cathy Ave
• Landscape waiver request for Seitec Genetics at 333 E. Deborah Ave
• Sign plan for a future Scooter's Coffee at E 23rd Ave and N Luther Road
• Rezoning request from GC to LI at 325 County Road T
• Proposed Unified Development Code changes regarding Floodway and Flood Fringe Overlays

The Fremont Planning Commission approved the preliminary and final plats for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition, with conditions requiring future subdivision of Outlot B and drainage impact review. It also approved landscape waivers for Sapp Brothers and Seitec Genetics, a sign plan and conditional use permit for a Scooters drive-thru, a code change for grain elevator height exceptions, and continued several items to the September 20, 2021 meeting.

• Approved preliminary plat for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition (8-0)
• Approved final plat for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition (8-0)
• Approved landscape waiver for Sapp Brothers at 280 East Cathy Ave (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved landscape waiver for Seitec Genetics at 333 E Deborah Ave (8-0)
• Approved sign plan for Scooters at NE corner of E 23rd Ave & N Luther Rd (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Scooters drive-thru (8-0)
• Approved code change for grain elevator height exceptions (8-0)
• Continued rezoning request, floodway code change, and Holcim landscape waiver to Sept 20 meeting (8-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting, a Board of Equalization meeting, and a regular meeting on August 10, 2021. They will discuss the budget, hold public hearings on nuisance liens and a voluntary annexation, and consider several resolutions and ordinances, including the sale of Tech Park property and natural gas rate schedules.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 5580 to annex 1.78 acres near E. 23rd St. and Elk Lane
• Public hearing on Ordinance 5581 to rezone the annexed property from R to GC
• Resolution 2021-107, 108, 109: Nuisance liens totaling $1,084.85 for weed/debris removal
• Ordinance 5582: Sale of Tech Park property to Valley Drive Properties, LLC
• Ordinance 5583: Establishing natural gas rate schedules

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting to discuss the budget, receiving public comments and adopting a motion to have staff perform budget impact evaluations on firefighter/EMS, dispatch, police personnel, staff structure, infrastructure, property tax relief, federal COVID/ARPA funds, and fire department fees. The Board of Equalization approved three special assessments for weed and debris removal. The regular meeting approved consent agenda items, several resolutions, and introduced ordinances for rezoning, annexation, and natural gas rates, while continuing several plat approvals.

• Adopted motion for staff to perform budget impact evaluations on personnel, infrastructure, tax relief, and ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-107 special assessment of $348.29 for weed removal at 1035 W. 10th (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-108 special assessment of $388.27 for weed removal at 1350 N. D St. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-109 special assessment of $348.29 for weed removal at 249 W. Washington (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5581 for rezoning from R to GC near E 23rd St. and Elk Lane (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5580 for voluntary annexation near E 23rd St. and Elk Lane (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-114 for LARM insurance renewal (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 5582 for sale of Tech Park property to Valley Drive Properties (5-2)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider a supplemental agreement for the Rawhide Creek Trail Project, a change of scope for the North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street (Tech Park) project, and review the draft 2021-2023 biennial budget and capital plan, along with third quarter financial reports. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable through August 10, 2021.

• Supplemental Agreement No. 9 for Rawhide Creek Trail Project preliminary engineering
• Change of scope for North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street (Tech Park) project
• Draft Biennial Budget 2021-2023 and Capital Plan review
• Third Quarter 2021 Financial Reports review
• Accounts payable totaling $3,193,993.67 for utility funds

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended City Council approve Supplemental Agreement No. 9 for preliminary engineering on the Rawhide Creek Trail project, and also recommended approval of a change of scope for the North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street (Tech Park) project. Both motions passed 4-0. The board reviewed the draft 2021-2023 biennial budget and capital plan, and third quarter 2021 financial reports, but took no action on them.

• Recommended City Council approve Supplemental Agreement No. 9 for Rawhide Creek Trail preliminary engineering (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve change of scope for North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street (Tech Park) project (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including July 27, 2021 minutes and accounts payable through August 10, 2021 (4-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting on August 3, 2021, with the sole agenda item being discussion and public comment on the budget. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for discussion and public input only.

• City Council discussion and public comment on the budget

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting to discuss the budget and receive public comment. The council voted to waive certain municipal code rules to facilitate the discussion and accepted budget-related documents from Council Member Ellis. No final budget decisions were made during this meeting.

• Waived Fremont Municipal Code rules sections 2-108 paragraphs 14 & 15 for budget discussion (4-3)
• Received budget documents from Council Member Ellis into the record (6-1)

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will meet to consider two requests: one from Fremont High School's Athletic Department to use Wildwood Park for cross country team practices, and another from the Fremont Board of Realtors to install pet waste stands in John C. Fremont and Johnson Parks. The board will also receive a director's report covering updates on the Senior Center, Summer Rec, Ridge Cemetery, budget, and Hormel Park/Ridge Road.

• Request by Fremont High School Athletic Department for use of Wildwood Park for cross country practice
• Request by Fremont Board of Realtors to place pet waste stands in John C. Fremont and Johnson Parks
• Director's report includes Senior Center, Summer Rec, Ridge Cemetery, budget, and Hormel Park/Ridge Road updates

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 27, 2021, preceded by a Board of Equalization meeting. The Council will consider a final reading of an ordinance restricting parking near mailboxes, a request to adopt the 2018 International Code Council's codes, and several routine consent agenda items including claims totaling $4,880,538.85. The Board of Equalization will consider a $361.16 lien for weed and debris removal.

• Ordinance 5578 restricting parking near mailboxes (final reading)
• Ordinance 5579 adopting 2018 International Code Council's codes
• Claims totaling $4,880,538.85 for city and utility funds
• Resolution 2021-101: $361.16 lien against 249 W. Washington for weed/debris removal
• Appointments: Becky Pence to Library Board, Adam Macpherson as Police Sergeant

The Fremont City Council approved Ordinance 5579 adopting the 2018 ICC Code Cycles, effective August 11, 2021, and Ordinance 5578 restricting parking near mailboxes. It also approved several resolutions for CDBG administration with NENEDD, appointed Becky Pence to the Library Board, confirmed Adam Macpherson as Police Sergeant, and reappointed members to the Utility and Infrastructure Board.

• Approved Ordinance 5579 adopting 2018 ICC Code Cycles (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5578 restricting parking near mailboxes (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-103 for CDBG LifeHouse food pantry remodel (7-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-104 for CDBG LifeHouse emergency homeless shelter (7-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-105 for CDBG LifeHouse food security program (8-0)
• Appointed Becky Pence to Library Board unexpired term (8-0)
• Confirmed Adam Macpherson as Police Sergeant (8-0)
• Reappointed Michelle Wiese and Jennifer Greunke to Utility and Infrastructure Board (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Fremont Utility and Infrastructure Board is meeting to accept a board member's resignation, review the Utility Capital Improvement Plan, and receive a City Administrator update on the budget. The board will also consider routine consent agenda items, including approving prior meeting minutes and accounts payable claims totaling over $2.7 million.

• Accept resignation of board member Janet Larsen
• Review Utility Capital Improvement Plan
• City Administrator budget update
• Approve accounts payable claims totaling $2,711,562.59
• Approve minutes of July 13, 2021 meeting

The Utility and Infrastructure Board accepted Janet Larsen's resignation from the board. The board also reviewed the Utility Capital Improvement Plan but took no action on it. The consent agenda, including minutes and accounts payable, was approved.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes from July 13, 2021 and accounts payable through July 27, 2021) (4-0)
• Accepted Janet Larsen's resignation from the Utility and Infrastructure Board (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Fremont Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from John and Julie Klein to reduce the required street yard setback for a proposed detached garage from 20 feet to 10 feet at 904 N. Locust St. The board will also elect a chair and vice-chair. The staff report recommends approval, citing hardship due to light and air concerns.

• Variance request to reduce setback from 20' to 10' for detached garage at 904 N. Locust St.
• Property zoned SR (Suburban Residential), Standard I lot with 10-foot street yard setback.
• City Council previously approved a resolution to reduce the setback, but lacked authority; Board of Adjustment now considers the variance.
• Public Works director does not object to the reduced setback.
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the Board.

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association board is holding a special meeting to vote on which company to pursue for the Ridge Cemetery Kiosk Project. The meeting includes roll call, public meeting law posting, and adjournment. The agenda was posted March 9, 2021, and the meeting is open to the public.

• Vote on company for Ridge Cemetery Kiosk Project
• Roll call vote
• Public meeting law posted
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person at City Auditorium

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a proposed job description for the BID/MainStreet director, repair of the Distrx sign at 6th and Park, a speaker system for downtown, and the BID budget. The meeting is open to the public, with time for public comments.

• Discussion and possible action on proposed job description for BID/MainStreet director
• Discussion and possible action on repair of Distrx sign at 6th and Park
• Discussion and possible action on speaker system for Downtown
• Discussion and possible action on BID budget
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2021 meeting

The Business Improvement District Board approved a proposed job description and salary for a new BID/Mainstreet Director, with a focus on grant writing, and voted to accept a new budget to present to the City Council for a five-year renewal. The board also approved spending up to $75 to repair the Distrx sign at 6th & Park. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved job description for BID/Mainstreet Director (10-0)
• Approved new budget for BID renewal (10-0)
• Approved up to $75 for Distrx sign repair (10-0)
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 meeting (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use requests, including a zone change and annexation for commercial property near Elk Lane, replats in the Ritz Lake subdivision, and preliminary and final plats for the Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition. The commission will also review the Capital Improvements Plan, proposed changes to building regulations, and a draft drainage criteria manual.

• Change of zone from R, Rural to GC, General Commercial for property west of 2900 Elk Lane (Mary Ann Diers Yost)
• Voluntary annexation of property west of 2900 Elk Lane (Mary Ann Diers Yost)
• Diers 7th Addition Final Plat for property west of 2900 Elk Lane
• Ritz Lake Replat 7 and Replat 8 (Greg Hall for Kent Douglas Ritthaler)
• Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition Preliminary and Final Plats at 29th and N Lincoln Ave

The Fremont Planning Commission unanimously approved all items on the July 19, 2021 special meeting agenda. This included a zoning change and voluntary annexation for property west of 2900 Elk Lane, the Diers 7th Addition Final Plat, two replats for Ritz Lake, and preliminary and final plats for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition. The commission also received the revised Capital Improvements Plan and accepted changes to Chapter 9 Building regulations.

• Approved minutes from May 24 and June 10, 2021 special meetings (6-0).
• Approved a zoning change from R, Rural to GC, General Commercial for property west of 2900 Elk Lane (6-0).
• Approved voluntary annexation of property west of 2900 Elk Lane (6-0).
• Approved the Diers 7th Addition Final Plat (6-0).
• Approved Ritz Lake Replat 7 and Replat 8 (6-0 each).
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition (6-0 each).
• Received the revised Capital Improvements Plan and accepted it (6-0).
• Accepted changes to Chapter 9 Building regulations of the Fremont Municipal Code (6-0).

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will review airport financial statements and discuss selecting a consultant for airfield development projects. The meeting also includes updates on apron and terminal projects and discussions regarding board appointments.

• Selection of Consultant for Airfield Development Projects
• Review of airport financial statements as of June 30, 2021
• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects
• Discussion of Airport Advisory Board Appointments
• Status of maintenance items including roof repairs

The committee approved the April and June 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Staff reported the apron project is complete and the terminal project is underway, with site work and utility installation done. The committee discussed an upcoming RFP for a consultant to study airport finances and income opportunities, and noted board appointments and maintenance items.

• Approved April 16, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 18, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and prioritize large capital projects for the 2022-2023 budget, using a sticker-poll among council members. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a new liquor license, consent agenda items, and several contracts and resolutions for street closures and construction projects.

• Public hearing on Class C liquor license for Ortiz's Bars, LLC dba Los Mezcales, 210 N. Main Street
• Resolution 2021-094 authorizing street closure agreement with Main Street Fremont for Summer Fest Event
• Resolution 2021-095 authorizing street closure agreement with Run Nebraska LLC for White Light Mile race
• Motion to authorize construction contract with M.E. Collins for Johnson Road South UPRR Crossing Improvements
• Resolution 2021-097 to authorize purchase of property at 230 West 9th Street

The Fremont City Council approved the purchase of property at 230 West 9th Street for $120,000, authorized contracts for road and coal handling improvements, and approved a liquor license for Los Mezcales. Several resolutions were passed, including street closures for events and construction, and appointments to committees. The council also held an executive session on property purchase and collective bargaining, with no official actions taken.

• Approved Resolution 2021-097 to purchase property at 230 West 9th Street for $120,000 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-099 for Johnson Road South UPRR Crossing Improvements contract with M.E. Collins (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-100 for Lon D. Wright Coal Handling Modifications contract with Southern Environmental, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-092 for Class C Liquor License for Ortiz's Bars, LLC dba Los Mezcales (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-096 to close 5th Street for demolition work at 505 Building, as amended (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-098 for MS4 Program Support Agreement Amendment #1 with Felsburg Holt and Ullevig (7-0)
• Appointed Council Members Ganem, Kuhns, and Sookram to the City-County Joint Redistricting Committee (7-0)
• Held second reading of Ordinance 5578 restricting parking near mailboxes, with amendment adding curbside ahead of mailbox (7-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will hold a regular meeting to consider a request to temporarily close 5th Street, including sidewalks and parking, from Main Street west to the alley. The board will also approve minutes from June 29, 2021, and accounts payable through July 13, 2021. The agenda is routine, with no other substantive items listed.

• Temporary closure of 5th Street from Main Street to the alley
• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2021
• Approval of accounts payable through July 13, 2021

The Utility and Infrastructure Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes from June 29, 2021, and accounts payable through July 13, 2021. The board voted 4-0 to recommend that the City Council approve the temporary closure of 5th Street, including sidewalks and parking, from Main Street west to the alley. The meeting adjourned at 4:05 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda items: minutes from June 29, 2021 and accounts payable through July 13, 2021 (4-0).
• Recommended City Council approve temporary closure of 5th Street from Main Street west to the alley, including sidewalks and parking (4-0).
• Adjourned meeting at 4:05 p.m. (4-0).

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the biennial budget before its regular meeting. The regular session includes a public hearing for a Class D liquor license and several administrative motions.

• Biennial Budget Discussion (2022-2023)
• Class D Liquor License resolution for Mama Chencha Tienda Y Panaderia, LLC at 25 W. 6th Street
• Approval of claims totaling $8,401,093.93
• Wage and benefit studies for union positions via Capital City Concepts
• Renewal of ChargePoint Master Services and Subscription Agreement for electric vehicle charging stations

The Fremont City Council approved an amendment to the Wholestone Wastewater Services Agreement for Phase 2 in the amount of $10,000,000, authorizing the Mayor to sign it. The council also approved Ordinance 5577, a pay plan for the Department of Utilities, after suspending rules to move to final reading. A motion to authorize the Mayor to sign a wage and benefit study agreement with Capital City Concepts failed on an amendment but the original motion carried. The council approved a Class D liquor license for Mama Chencha Tienda Y Panaderia, subject to state application corrections.

• Approved $10,000,000 amendment to Wholestone Wastewater Services Agreement for Phase 2 (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5577 (Department of Utilities pay plan) after suspending rules (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-086 for Class D liquor license for Mama Chencha Tienda Y Panaderia, as amended (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-088 for Unit 8 Air Preheater Repair at Lon D. Wright Power Plant (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-089 for Nick's Street Eats food cart operation on City property (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-091 affirming emergency declaration for Luther Road/Highway 30 transmission repairs, as amended (8-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign ChargePoint Master Services Agreement renewal for 5 years, as amended (8-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign interlocal agreement for office space with Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several contracts and agreements, including a natural gas cost of service study, an amendment to the wastewater agreement with Wholestone Farms, and a request to declare an emergency for repairs to transmission facilities damaged in the June 24 wind storm. They will also review accounts payable and other routine items.

• Consider emergency declaration for transmission repairs after June 24 wind storm
• Consider amendment to Wastewater Service and Cost Share Agreement with Wholestone Farms
• Consider renewal of ChargePoint agreement for EV charging stations
• Consider contractor recommendations for paving South Johnson Road, boiler preheater repair, and fuel handling equipment
• Approve accounts payable totaling $5,005,846.60

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended City Council approval of several contracts and agreements, including emergency repairs to transmission facilities damaged in the June 24 wind storm, a wastewater agreement amendment with Wholestone Farms, and a 5-year ChargePoint electric vehicle charging station renewal. All recommendations passed 3-0. The board also received a cost of service study for natural gas but took no action.

• Recommended City Council approve emergency repairs to transmission facilities (Luther Road and Highway 30 Crossing) not to exceed $1,750,000
• Recommended City Council approve amendment to Wastewater Service and Cost Share Agreement with Wholestone Farms for treatment plant upgrades
• Recommended City Council renew ChargePoint Master Services and Subscription Agreement for 5 years at $9,408.00
• Recommended City Council approve Paymentus Corporation proposal for credit card processing and electronic bill presentment for 3-year term at $150,000
• Recommended City Council approve MS4 Program Support Services Amendment #1 with Felsburg Holt & Ullevig at $17,675.00
• Recommended City Council approve M.E. Collins Contracting Co. bid for Johnson Road South UPRR Crossing Improvements at $274,219.00
• Recommended City Council approve EP-Industrial bid for Lon D. Wright Unit 8 boiler air preheater repairs at $186,776.90
• Recommended City Council approve Southern Environmental bid for fuel handling receiving equipment modifications at Lon D. Wright Power Plant not to exceed $589,400.00

Planning Commission

The Fremont, Nebraska Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 21, 2021, has been cancelled because there are no agenda items to consider. This is a procedural cancellation with no decisions, proposals, or discussions on the record.

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board met to approve the May 18 minutes, review a Policy Manual update, and consider proposed revisions to its By-Laws. The Interim Director provided an update on the library expansion project, noting that groundbreaking is now expected in April 2022. The board also reviewed financial reports and updates from the Friends of the Library.

• Proposed Revision to Board By-Laws
• Policy Manual Update review
• Expansion Project update: Grounding pushed back to April 2022
• Finance report notes an issue with encumbered funds on the communications line

The Keene Memorial Library Board voted 4-0 to adopt updates to the Policy Manual, which mostly removed fines throughout the manual and added the Durham Museum Pass and Digital Projector to the table of contents and relevant sections. No action was taken on a proposed revision to the Library Board By-Laws, which would have limited committees to two members and removed the President as an ex-officio member. The board also received reports on the library director's activities, expansion fundraising, and Friends of the Library events, but took no action on these items.

• Adopted the agenda for the June 21, 2021 regular meeting (4-0).
• Approved the May 17, 2021 minutes (4-0).
• Adopted the Policy Manual updates as submitted (4-0).
• Took no action on the proposed revision to the Library Board By-Laws.
• Adjourned at 7:02 p.m. (4-0).

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing apron and terminal projects, select a consultant for airfield development, and review maintenance items like roof repairs. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and standard procedural items.

• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects
• Discuss selection of consultant for Airfield Development Projects
• Status of roof repairs
• Approval of March 19, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee approved the March 19, 2021 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. Staff reported the Apron Project is complete and the Terminal Project has begun, with site work underway. The committee discussed the selection of a consultant for five future airfield projects, noting three firms were interviewed on June 16th, with results to be shared via email after firms are notified. Maintenance items included completed roof repair at the Taylor Martin Hangar and a request to spray weeds in concrete cracks.

• Approved the March 19, 2021 meeting minutes by unanimous vote
• Noted completion of the Apron Project
• Noted the Terminal Project has begun with site work
• Discussed consultant selection for five future airfield projects; no decision made
• Noted completion of roof repair at Taylor Martin Hangar
• Discussed spraying weeds in concrete cracks; no action taken

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine items like minutes approval and public comments, plus an award presentation from Nebraska MainStreet. The board will discuss and possibly take action on future BID/MainStreet projects, a request for the City to install street lights on H Street, and the BID budget. Committee reports and a MainStreet report are also on the agenda.

• Award presentation by Elizabeth Chase of Nebraska MainStreet
• Discussion and possible action on future BID/MainStreet projects
• Discussion and possible action on request for City-installed street lights on H Street
• Discussion and possible action on BID budget
• Committee reports: Financial, Maintenance, Future Projects, Design/Christmas Decorations

The Fremont Business Improvement District Board approved a $69,000 wireless sound system for 30 light poles, with Mainstreet to write grants and help fund it. The board also approved a $66,000 annual budget for the new BID and voted to work with the city on installing light poles on H Street. All three motions passed unanimously by 8-0 roll call votes.

• Approved $69k sound system and speakers for 30 light poles, with Mainstreet to write grants and help fund
• Approved $66k annual budget for the new BID
• Approved working with the city to determine feasibility and cost of installing light poles on H Street
• Approved minutes of the May 18, 2021 meeting by unanimous 6-0 vote

City Council

The Fremont City Council and Planning Commission are holding a special joint meeting to receive an overview from Houseal-Lavigne on the Existing Conditions Report and the Unified Development Code Diagnostic Report. These reports are part of a broader planning effort and will inform future decisions on land use and development regulations. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled on this agenda.

• Overview of Existing Conditions Report
• Overview of Unified Development Code Diagnostic Report

The Fremont City Council held a special meeting on June 10, 2021, where Houseal-Lavigne presented an overview of the Existing Conditions Report and the Unified Development Code Diagnostic Report. No action was taken on either report. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM.

• Heard overview of Existing Conditions Report (no action taken)
• Heard overview of Unified Development Code Diagnostic Report (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 PM

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 8, 2021, addressing routine consent items, unfinished business, and new business. Key actions include approving over $4 million in claims, final reading of an ordinance amending the Bluestem Commons Planned Development, and authorizing contracts for water system, wastewater treatment, and police station roof repairs. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a potential property purchase.

• Approve $4,003,076.32 in claims for city and utility funds
• Final reading of Ordinance 5575 amending Bluestem Commons Planned Development
• Contract with Thompson Construction Inc. for Roadway Subdivision Water System
• Contract with Eriksen Construction for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
• Contract with Apple Roofing for police station roof repairs

The Fremont City Council approved Ordinance 5575, amending the Bluestem Commons Planned Development, and Ordinance 5576, amending the sanitary sewer service code. They also approved several contracts, including a change order for Houseal Lavigne on-site meetings, a wastewater treatment plant contract with Eriksen Construction, and a police station roof repair contract with Apple Roofing. A motion to authorize a contract with Thompson Construction for a roadway subdivision water system failed initially but was later approved after a revised motion.

• Approved Ordinance 5575 amending Bluestem Commons Planned Development (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5576 amending sanitary sewer service code (8-0)
• Approved change order with Houseal Lavigne for on-site meetings at $14,040 (8-0)
• Approved contract with Eriksen Construction for wastewater treatment plant improvements (8-0)
• Approved contract with Apple Roofing for police station roof repairs (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-085 for Rawhide Trail Project PS&E (8-0)
• Approved contract with Thompson Construction for roadway subdivision water system (7-1)
• Renewed service agreement with Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will review quarterly financial statements, consider a contract with Eriksen Construction for the 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades, and evaluate a bid for the Roadway Subdivision Water System construction. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and accounts payable through June 8, 2021.

• Consider agreement with Eriksen Construction for 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades
• Consider bid for Roadway Subdivision Water System construction
• Receive Quarterly Statements of Operations and Net Position as of March 2021
• Approve accounts payable totaling $2,516,130.41 for utility funds
• Approve minutes of May 25, 2021

The Utility and Infrastructure Board approved the consent agenda and received quarterly financial statements. It voted 3-0 to recommend City Council approve an agreement with Eriksen for 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades. It also voted 3-0 to recommend City Council approve a $488,757.00 bid from Thompson Construction, Inc. for the Roadway Subdivision water system construction.

• Approved consent agenda items: May 25, 2021 minutes and accounts payable through June 8, 2021 (3-0)
• Received quarterly statements of operations and net position as of March 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve agreement with Eriksen for 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $488,757.00 bid from Thompson Construction, Inc. for Roadway Subdivision water system (3-0)

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association board will meet to review minutes and the treasurer's report, discuss the status of the house and office, and consider approving a kiosk for the cemetery. The board will also elect officers and hear reports from Jeff Hively and Nate Schwanke. The meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2021, via Zoom and in person.

• Approve kiosk for Ridge Cemetery
• Election of officers
• Status of house and office
• Treasurer's report by Norma Jean
• Reports from Jeff Hively and Nate Schwanke

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team reviewed the fund balance and considered an application from Nate Johnson for a film incentive rebate. The team voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approve a 30% rebate of local expenditures, not to exceed $1,000. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve film incentive rebate of 30% of local expenditures, max $1,000 (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss amendments to the municipal code, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings, consent agenda, unfinished business, and new business. Key items include a conditional use permit for a former nursing home, several property sales in the Fremont Technology Park, and a liquor license application.

• Conditional Use Permit (Resolution 2021-070) to convert former nursing home at 2550 N. Nye Ave into multi-family dwellings
• Class C Liquor License for The Oasis at FCX, LLC dba The Oasis at Fremont Commons, 550 S. Johnson Rd
• Sale of Fremont Technology Park property to McGinn Holdings, LLC (Ordinance 5570, final reading)
• Sale of Tech Park property to Boulevard Boys Properties, LLC (Ordinance 5572, first reading)
• Contract with Eriksen Construction for 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades (Resolution 2021-083)

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee is meeting to review the fund balance and consider a film incentive rebate application. The committee will also review minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting.

• Application from Nate Johnson for a Local Option Economic Development Film Incentive Rebate (estimated rebate of $877.50, not to exceed $1,000.00)

The Citizen Advisory Review Committee approved minutes from January 26, 2021, and recommended to City Council a Local Option Economic Development Film Incentive Rebate of 30% of local expenditures, not to exceed $1,000, for Nate Johnson's project. The fund balance was reviewed with no motion. The meeting adjourned at 12:18 p.m.

• Approved minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended to City Council approval of $1,000 film incentive rebate for Nate Johnson (4-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider a bid for the 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades, review the Preliminary Plan, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) for the Rawhide Creek Trail Project, and discuss changes to Municipal Code Section 2-231 regarding building sewer installation. The board will also approve routine consent agenda items including minutes and accounts payable. The City Administrator will provide updates on the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Gas Cost of Service Study, with no board action requested.

• Consider bid for 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades
• Consider PS&E package for Rawhide Creek Trail Project
• Consider changes to Municipal Code Section 2-231 (building sewer installation)
• Approve accounts payable through May 25, 2021 (total $3,265,368.37)
• City Administrator update on Wastewater Treatment Plant and Gas Cost of Service Study

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 3-0 to recommend City Council approve the bid from Eriksen Construction for the 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades. It also recommended approval of the Rawhide Creek Trail Project PS&E package and changes to Municipal Code Section 2-231 on building sewer installation. The consent agenda, including minutes and accounts payable, was approved 3-0.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes from May 11, 2021 and accounts payable through May 25, 2021) (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Eriksen Construction bid for 2021 Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve PS&E package for Rawhide Creek Trail Project (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve changes to Municipal Code Section 2-231, building sewer installation; single premise (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to review a revised preliminary plat and a final plat for the Fremont Technology Park, located near 29th Street and N. Lincoln Ave. The City Council sent the plats back for revisions, including changes to outlots and drainage easements. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for Fremont Technology Park at 29th St and N Lincoln Ave
• Final Plat for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition at 29th and N Lincoln Ave
• Revisions include 50-foot outlot on south, 25-foot drainage easements between specific lots
• City Council voted 6-1 on May 11 to send plats back for review

The Fremont Planning Commission recommended approval of the revised preliminary plat for Fremont Technology Park at 29th Street and North Lincoln Ave, despite drainage concerns raised by two speakers. The commission tabled the final plat for the 3rd Addition until more information from the engineer of record could be considered, with a 5-2 vote. The meeting also included approval of the April 19, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2021 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of revised preliminary plat for Fremont Technology Park (7-0)
• Tabled final plat for Fremont Technology Park 3rd Addition until engineer info available (5-2)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss airport business and financial analysis, maintenance items, and a consultant proposal for airfield development projects. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 capacity limits.

• Discussion of consultant proposal for airfield development projects
• Update on apron and terminal projects
• Update on annual hangar inspections
• Discussion of maintenance items, including status of roof repairs
• Approval of April 16, 2021 meeting minutes

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss or take action on several downtown items: landscaping parking lot bids, building lights, the Fremont Hispanic Festival, a speaker system, and the BID budget. Committee reports and a MainStreet report are also scheduled. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Discussion and possible action on bids for landscaping parking lots in Downtown
• Discussion and possible action on lights on the buildings Downtown
• Discussion and possible action on the Fremont Hispanic Festival
• Discussion and possible action on a speaker system Downtown
• Discussion and possible action on the BID budget

The Business Improvement District Board approved a motion to prepare a management/action plan for a partnership with MainStreet Fremont, to be presented at a City Council Study Session in July. The board also discussed a $5,200 yearly contract to maintain downtown building lights, but took no action, tabling the matter until the new budget is determined. Minutes from April 20, 2021 were approved 8-0.

• Approved minutes from April 20, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved motion to prepare a MainStreet Fremont partnership plan for July City Council Study Session (8-0)
• Tabled discussion on $5,200 yearly light maintenance contract until new budget is determined

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will meet to consider a recommendation for the Library Director position and receive updates on the hiring of a Library Aide. The board will also hear reports on the library expansion project, summer reading program, and finances. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters concerning the Library Director's position.

• Executive session for personnel matters concerning Library Director position
• Library Director recommendation and Library Aide hiring process update
• Expansion Project Update and Summer Reading Program and Corporate Reading Challenge
• Fremont Area Big Give report from Friends of the Library
• Finance-Library Expenditures Report (attachment)

The Keene Memorial Library Board voted 4-0 to recommend Laura England-Biggs for appointment as Library Director, pending City Council approval. The board also amended its agenda, approved prior minutes, and held an executive session on personnel matters. No other formal decisions were made; reports covered library activities, fundraising, and hiring challenges.

• Recommended Laura England-Biggs as Library Director (4-0)
• Amended agenda to move Director Search Update to new business (4-0)
• Adopted amended agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 19, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel discussion (4-0)
• Exited executive session (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 17, 2021, has been cancelled. All items on the agenda have been withdrawn, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled
• All agenda items withdrawn

City Council

The Fremont City Council approved several conditional use permits, including for a self-storage facility, an auto-body shop, and a storage facility, and passed ordinances amending the UDC and approving the Department of Utilities pay plan. The council also approved a cash reserve policy and authorized the mayor to sign a levee agreement. Several Tech Park property sale ordinances were tabled, and a preliminary plat was sent back to the Planning Commission.

• Approved Resolution 2021-068 for self-storage facility at 333 W. 23rd St. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-069 to expand nonstandard use at 351 W. 11th St. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-071 for auto-body shop with amendment limiting vehicle storage (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 5571 amending UDC for utility lots (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-072 for storage facility at 1405 W. Military (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-073 for CDBG application for LifeHouse (7-0)
• Approved liquor license location change for Taco Smack (6-1)
• Tabled Ordinances 5572, 5573, 5574 for Tech Park property sales (7-0 each)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several routine items, including approving minutes, accounts payable, and a resignation, plus agreements for newsletter services, a boiler repair bid, and a state project agreement. The board will also receive updates on the power plant and data farm.

• Consider bid for Lon D. Wright Power Plant Unit 8 Boiler Air Preheater repairs
• Consider agreement with Questline for newsletter services renewal
• Consider Municipal Agreement with NDOT for Highway 275 Douglas County North Improvement Project
• Approve accounts payable totaling $3,520,261.99 for utility funds
• Accept David Shelso's resignation from the board

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 4-0 to recommend City Council approve several items, including a $161,237.12 bid for repairs to the Lon D. Wright Power Plant Unit 8 boiler air preheater, a $15,699.58 agreement with Questline for newsletter services, and a $153,360.00 agreement with NDOT for the Highway 275 Douglas County North Improvement Project. The board also accepted David Shelso's resignation and approved the consent agenda (minutes and accounts payable). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including April 27, 2021 minutes and accounts payable (4-0)
• Accepted David Shelso's resignation from the board (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Questline newsletter renewal at $15,699.58 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Extreme Precision Industrial Contractors bid for Unit 8 boiler air preheater repairs at $161,237.12 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve NDOT agreement for Highway 275 project with city share at $153,360.00 (4-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider two requests for use of city property: one from John C Fremont Days for a festival on July 9-10, and another from Sara Horner and the YMCA for a boot camp at Clemmons Park on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from June 1 to July 29. The board will also hear the Director/Recreation Report covering updates on the Senior Center, summer recreation, pool projects, and future capital improvements.

• Request by John C Fremont Days for use of City Property on July 9-10 for festival
• Request by Sara Horner and YMCA to host boot camp at Clemmons Park, June 1-July 29, Tue/Thu 5:45-6:30am
• Director/Recreation Report: Senior Center Update
• Director/Recreation Report: Summer Rec Update
• Director/Recreation Report: Pool Project Updates and Future Capital Improvement Projects

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special joint meeting with the Planning Commission to receive a status report on visioning workshops, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes final approval of a land sale in the Tech Park, a zoning text change on residential fences, and approval of over $3.6 million in claims and other routine items.

• Ordinance 5565: final reading to sell Tech Park property to SLAM Enterprises, LLC (Total Fire) for a new building
• Ordinance 5567: second reading to amend UDC Table 11-614.02 on fences and walls in residential districts
• Resolution 2021-063: approve Bluestem Commons Replat 2, Lots 1-12, Block 5, at 36th Street and Little Bluestem Road
• Resolution 2021-064/065: approve Fremont Technology Park Replat 3 preliminary and final plats
• Claims totaling $3,642,134.90 for city and utility funds

The Fremont City Council approved Ordinance 5565, the final reading for the sale of Tech Park property to SLAM Enterprises, LLC (Total Fire) for a new building. They also approved several resolutions, including a change order for a substation control house, a GIS services agreement, and a replat. A liquor license change for Taco Smack was continued to May 11, and a real estate agreement extension with McGinn Holdings was approved for 90 days after a 45-day amendment failed.

• Approved Ordinance 5565 selling Tech Park property to SLAM Enterprises (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-061 change order for Siemens substation control house (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-062 GIS services agreement with ESRI (8-0)
• Continued Taco Smack liquor license change to May 11 (7-1)
• Approved 90-day due diligence extension for McGinn Holdings agreement (6-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-063 Bluestem Commons Replat 2 (8-0)
• Confirmed Melanie Martinez as Police Officer (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-066 driveway length waiver at 904 North Locust (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several agreements and policy reviews, including a contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute for GIS data management, a pipeline crossing agreement with VCS Fremont Property I, LLC, and a review of the Utility Deposit Policy. They will also consider a waiver request for sanitary sewer code, an extension of the insurance brokerage contract, and a Cash Reserve Policy. The board will also approve routine consent agenda items including minutes and accounts payable.

• Agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for GIS data management
• Consent and Crossing Agreement with VCS Fremont Property I, LLC for gas pipeline crossing
• Review of Utility Deposit Policy and potential modifications
• Waiver request of Municipal Code 3-231 regarding Sanitary Sewer
• Extension of three-year contract for property and casualty insurance brokerage services

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended City Council approval of a $77,400 three-year GIS data management agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc., and a consent and crossing agreement with VCS Fremont Property I, LLC for a gas pipeline crossing. It also recommended extending the AON property/casualty insurance brokerage contract at $29,000 annually and approving a Cash Reserve Policy. The board voted to keep the utility deposit at $200 but shorten the return period from 24 to 12 months, and directed staff to work with legal counsel on defining a time frame for Municipal Code 3-231 regarding sanitary sewer requirements.

• Approved consent agenda including April 13 minutes and accounts payable (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $77,400 three-year GIS agreement with ESRI (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve pipeline crossing agreement with VCS Fremont Property I, LLC (4-0)
• Received utility deposit policy data and revised deposit return from 24 to 12 months, keeping $200 amount (4-0)
• Recommended staff work with legal counsel on time frame language for Municipal Code 3-231 (3-0-1, Wiese abstained)
• Recommended City Council approve three-year AON insurance brokerage extension at $29,000 annually (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Cash Reserve Policy (4-0)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to approve prior minutes, hear public comments, and discuss possible action on bids for landscaping parking lots in downtown Fremont. Committee reports and a MainStreet update are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on bids for landscaping parking lots in Downtown
• Approval of minutes of the March 16, 2021 BID meeting
• Committee reports: Financial, Maintenance, Future Projects, Design/Christmas Decorations
• MainStreet Report by Shannon Mullen

The Business Improvement District Board approved a $2,510 contract for seasonal landscaping maintenance around city parking lots, with only one bid received. The board also corrected a reimbursement amount in the previous minutes from $6,250 to $6,550 and approved the amended minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or deferred.

• Approved $2,510 landscaping maintenance contract for city parking lots (10-0)
• Approved minutes as amended, correcting reimbursement from $6,250 to $6,550 (10-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will vote on proposed updates to its bylaws and elect a new board secretary. The board will also receive reports on the library director search, the expansion project, and library finances.

• Vote to approve bylaw updates
• Election of Library Board Secretary
• Library Director search update
• Expansion project update
• Library expenditures report

The Keene Memorial Library Board voted 4-0 to recommend bylaw updates to the City Council and elected Amanda Moenning as the new Board Secretary following Shari Kment's resignation. The board also approved the agenda and minutes. No other formal decisions were made; reports on the library director search, expansion, and Friends activities were informational only.

• Recommended bylaw updates to City Council (4-0)
• Elected Amanda Moenning as Library Board Secretary (4-0)
• Approved agenda for April 19, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved March 15, 2021 minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on a variety of items, including a Dairy Queen sign plan, amendments to the Bluestem Commons planned development to allow single-family homes, a replat, and several conditional use permits for uses like multi-family housing, an auto-body shop, and storage facilities. The commission will also review preliminary and final plats for Fremont Technology Park and proposed UDC text changes. The meeting is open to the public and available via Zoom.

• Dairy Queen sign plan at 22nd & N. Broad Streets (amended per staff recommendation)
• Bluestem Commons PD amendment to allow single-family detached units on specified lots
• Bluestem Commons Replat 2 (12 lots into 10) west of N. Luther Road and 36th Street
• Conditional use permits: former nursing home to multi-family (2550 N. Nye Ave.), auto-body shop (Fremont Technology Park), self-storage (333 W. 23rd St.), storage (1405 West Military), garage expansion (351 W. 11th St.)
• Fremont Technology Park revised preliminary plat and final plat for 3rd Addition at 29th & N. Lincoln Ave.

The Fremont Planning Commission held a regular meeting on April 19, 2021, and voted on multiple items. All requests were approved, including a sign plan for Dairy Queen, a conditional use permit to convert a former nursing home into multi-family dwellings, and several other conditional use permits and plats. The commission also approved changes to the Unified Development Code related to utility lots.

• Approved Dairy Queen sign plan at 22nd and N Broad St (8-1)
• Approved Bluestem Commons Planned Development to allow single-family detached units (9-0)
• Approved Bluestem Commons Replat 2 Final Plat, replatting 12 lots into 10 (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for multi-family conversion at 2550 N Nye Ave, with 6-ft privacy fence stipulation (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for auto-body shop at Fremont Technology Park Lot 2 (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for self-storage at 333 W 23rd St (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for storage facility at 1405 W Military (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for garage expansion at 351 W 11th St (9-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the apron and terminal projects, annual hangar inspections, a proposed aerial applicator agreement, and maintenance items including roof repairs. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects
• Update on annual hangar inspections
• Discuss Aerial Applicator Agreement
• Status of roof repairs

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee approved the March 19, 2021 meeting minutes and received updates on ongoing projects. The terminal project has been approved with contracts executed, and work will begin soon, starting with utilities and earthwork. The committee also discussed upcoming hangar inspections and an aerial applicator agreement application from Novus Ag, LLC for the 2021 spraying season.

• Approved March 19, 2021 meeting minutes (all yes)
• Terminal project contracts executed, work to begin soon
• Discussed Novus Ag, LLC aerial applicator agreement application
• Noted hangar inspections planned for May with tenant notifications
• Adjourned meeting at 8:30 A.M. (all yes)

Civil Service Commission

The Fremont Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including electing a new chairman and approving prior minutes. The main substantive items are a discussion of police officer testing and an executive session for police officer interviews and a legal update.

• Discussion regarding Police Officer Testing
• Executive Session for Police Officer Interviews and Legal Update
• Election of new chairman
• Approval of minutes from October 31, 2020 meeting

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the LB840 economic development report and Tech Park projects, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings, consent agenda, and new business. Key items include a first reading of a fence ordinance for corner lots on arterial streets, final approval of a Tech Park property sale, and resolutions for utility bond refunding and a new master fee schedule.

• Ordinance 5567: amend UDC fence rules for residential corner lots on arterial streets (first reading)
• Ordinance 5563: final reading to sell Tech Park property to Brian Levender for a body shop
• Resolution 2021-055: approve Master Fee Schedule for the City
• Resolution 2021-058/059: call Series 2014-B and 2018 Combined Utility Revenue Bonds for refunding
• Resolution 2021-054: award concrete flat work bid to C-R Menn Concrete LLC

The Fremont City Council approved the sale of Tech Park property to Brian Levander and an option agreement for another lot, approved a second reading of a Tech Park sale to SLAM Enterprises, and tabled a floor area ratio amendment pending a drainage study. The council also approved the Master Fee Schedule, amended Keno grant awards, and authorized utility bond refunding.

• Approved Ordinance 5563 selling Tech Park property to Brian Levander (7-1)
• Approved option agreement for Tech Park lot with Brian Levander (7-1)
• Held second reading of Ordinance 5565 for Tech Park sale to SLAM Enterprises, amended to require two jobs
• Tabled Ordinance 5566 (floor area ratio amendment) until drainage study completed (6-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-055 Master Fee Schedule, keeping daily pool fees at current rate
• Amended Keno grants to give $4,000 to Catz Angels, reducing Archbishop Bergan award by $4,000
• Approved Resolution 2021-056 changing LB840 loan recipient to Vertical Cold Storage
• Approved Ordinance 5568 authorizing Series 2021 utility revenue refunding bonds

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will meet to consider several items, including a temporary street closure for the Fremont Hispanic Festival Parade, a change order for the Substation H Control House purchase, a variance request for 904 N Locust Street, and a combined utility bond refunding and reissuing. The board will also approve minutes and accounts payable, and receive a City Administrator update on COVID-19 and service delivery.

• Temporary street closure for Fremont Hispanic Festival Parade on May 8, 2021
• Change Order for Purchase of Substation H Control House
• Variance Request for property at 904 N Locust Street
• Combined Utility Bond Refunding and Reissuing
• Accounts payable totaling $2,388,575.71

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 4-0 to recommend City Council approve a combined utility bond refunding and reissuing, a temporary street closure for the Fremont Hispanic Festival Parade, a change order for Substation H, and a variance request. All recommendations passed unanimously with four members present and one absent.

• Recommended City Council approve temporary street closure for Fremont Hispanic Festival Parade on May 8, 2021 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $69,870.00 change order from Siemens Industry, Inc. for Substation H (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve variance request for property at 904 N Locust Street (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve bond refunding and reissuing via Ordinance 5568 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 30, 2021 minutes and accounts payable (4-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will consider approving changes to the Master Fee Schedule and hear the Director's report on the City Auditorium grand re-opening, Senior Center update, and Summer Rec update. The meeting is largely routine, with no major projects or contracts listed.

• Approve changes to the Master Fee Schedule
• Director's report: City Auditorium Grand Re-Opening
• Director's report: Senior Center Update
• Director's report: Summer Rec Update

City Council

The Fremont City Council and Community Development Agency will hold public hearings and consider resolutions related to the Project Protein redevelopment project, including tax increment financing. The council will also vote on several ordinances, including electric rate schedules, property sales, and multiple zoning code amendments. The agenda includes routine consent items and a 2020 audit report presentation.

• Resolution 2021-002/003: Project Protein redevelopment plan amendment and TIF issuance
• Ordinance 5564: Establish electric rate schedules (first reading, possible final)
• Resolution 2021-049: Award bid to Yong Construction for North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street Paving Project
• Ordinance 5565: Sale of Tech Park property to SLAM Enterprises, LLC (Total Fire)
• Resolution 2021-050: Consulting agreement with Prochaska & Associates for law enforcement building study

The City Council approved the Project Protein redevelopment plan and agreement, authorizing tax increment financing. It also approved several zoning ordinance changes, including adding personal camp sites, carwashes, drive-through restaurants, and kennels, and allowing egress windows and ADA ramps to encroach into required yards. The council awarded bids for the 2021 Pavement Rehab and North Lincoln Avenue/29th Street paving projects, and approved an economic development rate agreement with a data center company. A motion to continue the floor area ratio ordinance failed, and the item was not advanced.

• Approved Resolution 2021-002 and 2021-003 for the Project Protein redevelopment plan and TIF agreement.
• Approved Resolution 2021-043 for the Project Protein redevelopment plan amendment.
• Approved Ordinances 5555-5562, including rezoning, annexation, and various zoning code amendments.
• Approved Resolution 2021-044 for the 2021 Pavement Rehab bid to C-R Menn Concrete, amended to $216,119.00.
• Approved Resolution 2021-049 for the North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street paving bid to Yong Construction.
• Approved Resolution 2021-048 for the Project Protein redevelopment agreement and TIF issuance.
• Approved Ordinance 5564 establishing electric rate schedules, and the Economic Development Rate agreement with a data center company.
• Approved Resolution 2021-050 for a consulting agreement with Prochaska & Associates for law enforcement building study.

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider adopting Ordinance 5564, which sets electric rate schedules, and a Data Center Economic Development Rate Agreement. They will also review audited financial statements, a proposal to migrate the Lon D. Wright Power Plant control system, bids for paving and pavement rehab, and a street closure request. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and accounts payable.

• Ordinance 5564 establishing electric rate schedules
• Data Center Economic Development Rate Agreement
• Proposal to migrate Lon D. Wright Power Plant Distributive Control System
• Bid for paving North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street
• Bid for 2021 Pavement Rehab Project

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 3-0 to recommend City Council approve several items, including a $2,046,276.00 paving bid for North Lincoln Avenue and 29th Street, a $672,296.10 agreement with Honeywell for power plant control system upgrades, and a new electric rate schedule (Ordinance 5564). The board also recommended approval of a data center economic development rate agreement, a 2021 pavement rehab project, concrete flatwork, and a street closure for the Faith 5K. All motions passed unanimously with members Bolton, Wiese, and Sawtelle voting yes.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 5564 establishing electric rate schedules (3-0)
• Recommended approval of data center economic development rate agreement (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $672,296.10 Honeywell agreement for power plant control system Phases 4-7 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $2,046,276.00 Yong Construction bid for North Lincoln Ave & 29th St paving (3-0)
• Recommended approval of street closure for Faith 5K Walk/Run on April 3, 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $220,000.00 CR Menn Concrete bid for 2021 Pavement Rehab Project (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $65,603.00 CR Menn Concrete bid for warehouse concrete flatwork (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 9 minutes and accounts payable (3-0)

Public Safety Answering Point

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governance Board will meet to review and approve the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 budgets, and discuss an emergency generator plan. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Fremont Police Department.

• Review and approve 2021/2022 budget totaling $1,709,058.17
• Review and approve 2022/2023 budget totaling $1,687,935.00
• Discuss emergency generator plan (budgeted $50,000 shared with FPD)
• Approve minutes of January 20, 2021 meeting

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governing Board approved the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 budgets as presented, and authorized an unbudgeted portable generator purchase for emergency backup despite exceeding the commodities budget. The board also approved the January 20, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 PSAP budgets (unanimous)
• Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized portable generator purchase, allowing overbudget spending in commodities

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on apron and terminal projects and hangar inspections, and review a recommendation to the City Council for an NDOT Agency Agreement (Project AIP 3-31-0029-014-2021) under the CRRSA Act. They will also discuss maintenance items, including roof repairs. The meeting is held in person and via Zoom.

• Review and recommendation for NDOT Agency Agreement for Project AIP 3-31-0029-014-2021 (CRRSA Act)
• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects
• Update on annual hangar inspections
• Discussion of maintenance items, including roof repairs

The Airport Advisory Committee approved the February 19, 2021 meeting minutes and recommended the NDOT Agency Agreement for Project AIP 3-31-0029-014-2021, which qualifies the city for a $13,000 grant under the CRRSA Act. The terminal project contracts have been executed, while the apron project has a few items to complete in the spring. Hangar inspections are planned for May, with notification letters to be sent to tenants. The committee also discussed maintenance items, including roof repair at the Taylor Martin Hangar and intermittent Papi light issues.

• Approved the February 19, 2021 meeting minutes (all voted yes).
• Approved the NDOT Agency Agreement for Project AIP 3-31-0029-014-2021, recommending it to the City Council (all voted yes).
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:35 A.M. (all voted yes).

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly act on bids for parking lot landscaping, Holiday Dynamic's Christmas decorations, and reimbursing MainStreet for flower basket costs. They will also discuss 2021 property valuation exceptions and the new mill levy, and the BID's role in the city's Comprehensive Plan. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Bids for landscaping parking lots in Downtown
• Holiday Dynamic's proposed Christmas decorations
• Reimbursing MainStreet for flower basket planting/hanging costs
• Exceptions to 2021 property valuations and new mill levy
• BID involvement in City's Comprehensive Plan

The Fremont Business Improvement District Board approved a 50% reimbursement of $3,425 to MainStreet for six planters and hanging baskets, with a unanimous 10-0 vote. Landscaping bids were tabled until the next meeting, and a committee was assigned to review Christmas decoration proposals. The board also discussed the 2021 exemptions list and reduced mill levy, and encouraged members to submit comments on the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved $3,425 reimbursement to MainStreet for planters and hanging baskets (10-0)
• Tabled landscaping bids until next meeting
• Assigned committee to review Christmas decorations proposal
• Discussed 2021 exemptions list and new mill levy of 0.001463

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will consider recommending an updated Policy Manual and the library portion of the Master Fee Schedule to the City Council, and will review proposed By-Laws updates. The board will also receive reports on the library director search, expansion project, staffing, and finances. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Vote to recommend Policy Manual update to City Council
• Vote to recommend library portion of Master Fee Schedule to City Council
• Review of By-Laws update
• Library Director search update
• Expansion project update

The Keene Memorial Library Board voted to recommend to the City Council an update to the library's policy manual and the removal of overdue fines from the city's Master Fee Schedule. The board reviewed proposed by-law changes but took no action, deferring a vote to the April meeting. The board also received updates on the library director search, expansion fundraising, and staffing.

• Approved recommending the updated Policy Manual to the City Council (4-0).
• Approved recommending removal of overdue fines from the Master Fee Schedule to the City Council (4-0).
• Adopted the meeting agenda (3-0).
• Approved the February 15, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0).
• Took no action on the By-Laws update; will revisit in April.
• Took no action on the Library Director search update.
• Took no action on the expansion update.
• Took no action on the staffing update.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering an amendment to the North Broad Street Redevelopment Plan to include the Project Protein redevelopment project. The proposal involves a large-scale industrial facility with an estimated total investment of approximately $75,000,000.

• Amendment to North Broad Street Redevelopment Area for Project Protein
• Proposed 202,000 square foot cold storage and manufacturing facility
• Text change to adjust floor area ratio and setbacks in Business Park (BP) zoning
• Text change regarding fences and walls in residential districts
• Sign plan request for Scooters at E 23rd Ave. and N Luther Road

The Fremont Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of an amendment to the North Broad Street Redevelopment Plan for the Project Protein project. It also recommended approval of a text change to adjust floor area ratio and setbacks in the BP Business Park district, and approved a text change regarding fences and walls in residential districts. Two sign plan requests were continued to the April 19, 2021 meeting, and the Commission approved updates to its by-laws.

• Recommended approval of the Project Protein redevelopment plan amendment (7-0).
• Recommended approval of the Unified Development Code text change for floor area ratio and setbacks in the BP district (7-0).
• Approved the text change to Section 11-614.02 regarding fences and walls in residential districts (7-0).
• Continued the Scooters sign plan request to April 19, 2021 (7-0).
• Continued the Dairy Queen sign plan request to April 19, 2021 (7-0).
• Approved updates to the Planning Commission by-laws (7-0).
• Approved the February 15, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0).

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association Board will conduct a regular meeting to review reports and discuss cemetery maintenance. The agenda includes updates on stone straightening and the nonprofit corporation biennial report.

• Review of December 11, 2020, minutes
• Discussion regarding stone straightening
• Presentation of a kiosk
• Parks and Recreation Report from Connie Giese
• Setting of future meeting dates for June, September, and December

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting, a Board of Equalization public hearing, and a regular meeting. Key items include final approval of two Tech Park property sales, second readings of multiple zoning ordinance amendments, and a public hearing on Business Improvement District #1 assessments. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a street improvement plan and airport design services.

• Final reading of Ordinance 5552: sale of Tech Park property to Rockhill Real Estate, LLC for Pearl Academy daycare
• Final reading of Ordinance 5553: sale of Tech Park property to McGinn Holdings, LLC
• Public hearing and resolution on Business Improvement District #1 assessments (authorized up to $48,195.62/year)
• Resolution 2021-040: approve 2021 One Year-Six Year Street Improvement Plan
• Resolution 2021-038/039: architectural services agreements with Davis Design, Inc. for Fremont Airport terminal and hangar fire suppression

The Fremont City Council voted on several property tax exemption requests. It approved 100% exemptions for properties at 114 E. Military, 315 E. 4th St., and 50% exemptions for 310 E. Military and 641-647 N. Broad. It denied exemption requests for properties at 734 N. Park, an empty lot owned by Victoria J. Charter, 320 E. 4th St., and 84 W. 6th (West 1/2). All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 100% exemption for 114 E. Military (Shiloh Center LLC).
• Approved 100% exemption for 315 E. 4th St. (Hutton Properties LLC).
• Approved 50% exemption for 310 E. Military (Cornerstone Design LLC).
• Approved 50% exemption for 641-647 N. Broad (Henggeler Real Estate LLC).
• Denied exemption for 734 N. Park (MDI Limited Partnership #36).
• Denied exemption for empty lot owned by Victoria J. Charter.
• Denied exemption for 320 E. 4th St. (Breithaupt).
• Denied exemption for 84 W. 6th (West 1/2) (Murray Property Management LLC).

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will review utility deposit and disconnect policies, consider a bid for engineering services related to the Effluent Limitation Guidelines (ELG) rule, and receive the Greater Fremont Development Council's 2020 annual report. The board will also approve routine consent items, including minutes and accounts payable totaling $2,464,024.23.

• Consider bid for engineering services for Effluent Limitation Guidelines (ELG) rule
• Review Utility Deposit Policy
• Review Utility Disconnect Policy
• Receive Greater Fremont Development Council 2020 Annual Report
• Approve accounts payable totaling $2,464,024.23

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 3-0 to recommend the City Council award a $24,650 contract to Burns & McDonnell Engineering for professional services related to the Effluent Limitation Guidelines (ELG) Rule. The board also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and accounts payable, and received the Greater Fremont Development Council's 2020 annual report. Discussions on utility deposit and disconnect policies were held with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda items: February 23, 2021 minutes and accounts payable through March 9, 2021 (3-0).
• Recommended City Council award engineering bid to Burns & McDonnell for ELG Rule services, $24,650 (3-0).
• Received Greater Fremont Development Council 2020 Annual Report (3-0).
• Adjourned at 4:24 p.m. (3-0).

Park & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will review a request from Mainstreet Fremont to use John C. Fremont Park for a concert series on Thursdays in June. The Director will also provide updates on the City Auditorium renovation, Senior Center, Summer Rec, and COVID-19 testing and vaccinations at Christensen Field. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call and reading of previous minutes.

• Request by Mainstreet Fremont for use of John C. Fremont Park for Concert in the Park Series on June 3, 10, 17, and 24
• Director report on City Auditorium Renovation
• Director report on Senior Center Update
• Director report on Summer Rec Update
• Director report on Covid Testing/Vaccinations at Christensen Field

City Council

The Fremont City Council and Community Development Agency will hold public hearings and consider multiple items, including declaring a 291.6-acre area as blighted and substandard, several zoning ordinance changes, property annexations, and land sales. The meeting also includes consent agenda items and new business such as a fire department master plan contract and liquor license renewals.

• Resolution 2021-001/023: Declare area south of East Deborah Ave and north of BNSF rail between North Broad St and North Yager Rd as blighted and substandard
• Ordinance 5555: Rezone property west side of Yager Rd, 880 ft south of Highway 30 from R to PD
• Ordinance 5556: Annex Tax Lots 33, 35, 37, part of 48, and lots 2 & 4, block 2 L.J. Abbot Subdivision
• Resolution 2021-024: Conditional use permit for 807 sq ft addition at 705 N. I St for Salvation Army
• Ordinances 5557-5562: Amend zoning code for uses like carwash, drive-through restaurant, kennels, personal camp sites, and encroachments

The Fremont City Council approved a blighted and substandard area declaration south of East Deborah Ave, rezoned property on Yager Road to Planned Development, and introduced several ordinances amending the zoning code. It also approved conditional use permits for a Salvation Army addition and a kennel, and voted to send Dodge County Humane Society a notice of termination. Several items were held for first reading, and a library policy manual change was continued to March.

• Approved Resolution 2021-023 declaring area south of East Deborah Ave blighted and substandard (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5555 to rezone property on Yager Road from R to PD (first reading, 8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-024 as amended for Salvation Army addition at 705 N. I St. (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-025 as amended for FurEver Home kennel at 925 W. 6th St. (7-0, Jensen abstained)
• Approved sending Dodge County Humane Society a notice of termination (6-1, Jensen abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2021-026 for Humanities Nebraska Prime Time program (7-1)
• Approved Ordinance 5550 annexing property at W 23rd St and Business Park Dr (final reading, 8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-030 for Fire Department Long-Range Master Plan with Matrix Consulting (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will receive the Traffic Committee Report and the One- and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan, and consider recommendations. The board will also approve minutes and accounts payable, and hear a City Administrator update on COVID-19 services and electric grid/natural gas pipeline discussions. No action is requested on the update.

• Receive Traffic Committee Report and consider recommendations
• Receive One- and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan
• Approve minutes of February 9, 2021
• Approve accounts payable through February 23, 2021 (utility funds claims total $2,260,829.04)
• City Administrator update on COVID-19 and electric grid/natural gas pipeline (no action)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approve the Traffic Committee report and its recommendations, and also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the One- and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan. The board approved the consent agenda (minutes and accounts payable) 5-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the administrator's update on COVID-19 and the February polar weather event was informational only.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes from Feb 9, 2021 and accounts payable through Feb 23, 2021) 5-0
• Recommended City Council receive Traffic Committee report and approve recommendations 5-0
• Recommended City Council approve One- and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan 5-0

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a Phase 3 Architectural Services Agreement with Davis Design for construction management of the new airport terminal project. The agenda also includes updates on apron and terminal projects, annual hangar inspections, a proposed Taxiway A extension, and maintenance items such as roof repairs at the Old Taylor Martin Hangar. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 capacity limits.

• Discuss Phase 3 Architectural Services Agreement with Davis Design for construction management of the Terminal Project
• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects
• Update on annual Hangar inspections
• Discuss Taxiway A extension
• Status of roof repairs — Old Taylor Martin Hangar

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee approved the Phase 3 Architectural Services Agreement with Davis Design for construction management of the Terminal Project, which will go to the City Council for final approval. The committee also approved the January 15, 2021 meeting minutes. Other items were updates only, including the apron and terminal projects being on hold due to weather, hangar inspections planned, and a FAA grant for Taxiway A extension approved but not yet allocated.

• Approved January 15, 2021 meeting minutes (all yes)
• Approved Phase 3 Architectural Services Agreement with Davis Design (all yes)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on appointing Jerry Johnson and Brendan Murray to the Future Projects committee, proposed Christmas decorations from Holiday Dynamic, the BID newsletter, and the BID's involvement in the City's Comprehensive Plan. The board will also receive committee reports, including a financial report and a report on applications for exceptions to 2021 property valuations.

• Appointment of Jerry Johnson and Brendan Murray to Future Projects committee
• Discussion on Holiday Dynamic's proposed Christmas decorations
• Discussion on BID newsletter
• Discussion on BID's involvement in City's Comprehensive Plan
• Committee reports on financial, maintenance, and property valuation exceptions

The Fremont Business Improvement District Board approved appointments to the Future Projects Committee, approved sending two additional newsletters this year, and reimbursed MainStreet $604 for Christmas garland hanging. The board also discussed a potential budget increase from $48,000 to $60,000 for the next BID cycle, but no formal action was taken on that item.

• Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 meeting (9-0)
• Appointed Jerry Johnson and Brendan Murray to Future Projects Committee (10-0)
• Approved sending two more newsletters this year (10-0)
• Reimbursed MainStreet $604 for garland hanging (10-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will meet to elect a vice chair, review a policy manual update for compliance with a city ordinance, and receive reports on the library expansion project, the director search, staffing, and finances. The meeting includes both regular business and updates on ongoing projects.

• Election of Library Board Vice Chair
• Policy Manual Update to stay in compliance with Ordinance
• Expansion project architect update
• Library Director search update
• Finance-Library Expenditures Report

The Keene Memorial Library Board voted 3-0 to recommend policy revisions to the City Council, including removing a phrase about property owners from borrowing privileges and adjusting renewal limits. The board also elected Linda McClain as Vice Chair. No other substantive decisions were made; reports on the expansion project, director search, staffing, and finances were informational only.

• Approved policy manual revisions to recommend to Council (3-0)
• Elected Linda McClain as Library Board Vice Chair (3-0)
• Adopted amended agenda for February 15, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved January 18, 2021 minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission is meeting to review and make recommendations on several land-use items, including a blight study for a redevelopment area, a conditional use permit for the Salvation Army, zoning changes, and the 2021 One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes multiple amendments to the Unified Development Code and a voluntary annexation request.

• Conditional Use Permit for Salvation Army to expand into rear yard setback at 707 N I St
• Review of 2021 One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan ($62.95M first year, $37.635M years 2-6)
• Blight and Substandard Study for Fremont Area 10 (approx. 291.6 acres) to enable TIF
• Change of Zone from R to PD with General Industrial uses on Yager Road property
• Voluntary annexation of multiple tax lots in Section 2, Township 17N, Range 8E

The Fremont Planning Commission held its regular meeting on February 15, 2021, and voted on several items. It recommended approval of a conditional use permit for the Salvation Army, a change of zone for industrial use, and voluntary annexation of property. The commission also recommended approval of several amendments to the Unified Development Code, including adding 'Personal Camp Site' as a land use and updating definitions. One item, a change of zone from Business Park to Light Industrial, was continued to the March 15, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2021 (8-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Salvation Army expansion (8-0)
• Found 1- and 6-year road plan in conformance with Comprehensive Plan (8-0)
• Recommended area be declared blighted and substandard (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of change of zone from Rural to Planned Development with General Industrial uses (8-0)
• Recommended approval of voluntary annexation of property (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Continued change of zone from Business Park to Light Industrial to March 15, 2021 (8-0)
• Recommended approval of UDC amendments including Personal Camp Site, carwash, and definitions (various votes, one 5-3, one 7-1)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several ordinances regarding municipal library operations and property annexations. The agenda also includes discussions on economic development loans, utility salary schedules, and a special tax assessment for weed removal.

• Resolution 2021-017: $626.16 special tax against 249 W. Washington for weed and debris removal
• Ordinance 5549: Amendments to Municipal Library operation and funding
• Ordinance 5550: Property annexation at W 23rd Street and Business Park Drive
• Ordinance 5552: Sale of Tech Park property to Rockhill Real Estate, LLC
• Ordinance 5553: Sale of Tech Park property to McGinn Holdings, LLC

The Fremont City Council approved several key items, including a COVID-19 emergency response MOU with Fremont Methodist Health, the annexation of property at W 23rd Street and Business Park Drive, and multiple economic development loans and property sales. They also passed ordinances updating library fees and utility salary schedules, and approved a conflict of interest policy. A motion to enter executive session failed.

• Approved Resolution 2021-018 allowing police and fire chiefs to sign COVID-19 MOU with Fremont Methodist Health (8-0, after amendment)
• Approved Ordinance 5550 annexing property at SW corner of W 23rd St and Business Park Dr (8-0, second reading)
• Approved Ordinance 5552 for sale of Tech Park property to Rockhill Real Estate, LLC (first reading)
• Approved Ordinance 5553 for sale of Tech Park property to McGinn Holdings, LLC (first reading, 7-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-020 amending Gesell Enterprises' economic development award to add 349 North Main St (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-021 for a Local Option Economic Development Loan to 505 Main Street Group, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-022 Related Party Transactions and Conflict of Interest Policy (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5554 updating utility salary schedule (8-0, final reading)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will vote on an engineering contract for a water main to Cedar Bluffs, bids for a John Deere tractor and two Chevrolet pickup trucks, and approve routine consent items including minutes and accounts payable. The City Administrator will also give a COVID-19 update with no action requested.

• Engineering contract for water main to Cedar Bluffs
• Bid for John Deere 5090R Tractor with Loader for Water Department
• Bid for 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD Double Cab Pickup for Street Department
• Bid for 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 4WD Double Cab Pickup with utility box for Street Department
• Accounts payable totaling $2,909,085.56 for utility funds

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will consider two fee waiver requests for events at Christensen Field: a full waiver for a post-prom event for Fremont and Bergan High Schools, and a partial waiver for the Fremont Wrestling Club's youth wrestling invite. The board will also hear the Director/Recreation Report covering the City Auditorium renovation, Senior Center update, summer rec plans, and COVID testing/vaccinations at Christensen Field. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Full fee waiver request by Mandy Broeker for Fremont and Bergan High School post prom at Christensen Field
• Partial fee waiver request by Eric Castillo for Fremont Wrestling Club youth wrestling invite
• Director's report on City Auditorium renovation, Senior Center, Summer Rec, and COVID testing/vaccinations at Christensen Field
• Approval of January 4, 2021 meeting minutes

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team will consider two economic development items: amending 505 Brewing Company's LB840 loan to add a second location, and a new $465,000 forgivable loan request from 505 Main Street Group, LLC for renovating the 505 Building into apartments and commercial space. The team will also review the fund balance and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Consider amending 505 Brewing Company's LB840 loan to add 349 N Main Street as an eligible location
• Consider $465,000 forgivable LB840 loan request from 505 Main Street Group, LLC for 505 Building renovation
• 505 Building project includes 28 apartments, commercial space, and brewery; renovation cost $7,563,540
• Review fund balance: uncommitted funds $916,856.21 as of 12/31/2020
• Approve minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to consider extending the City of Fremont Community Directed Health Measure #2. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes from November and December 2020.

• Extension of City of Fremont Community Directed Health Measure #2

The Board of Health voted 4-1 to extend Community Directed Health Measure #2, which requires face coverings for people age 5 and older in indoor public spaces, for another 60 days. The extension was supported by Mayor Spellerberg, Council President Legband, Dr. Seitz, and Chief Bernt, with Chief Elliott opposed due to police staffing concerns. The board also approved the minutes from the November 27 and December 4, 2020 meetings unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Nov 27 and Dec 4, 2020 (5-0)
• Extended Community Directed Health Measure #2 (face coverings) for 60 days (4-1)

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee is meeting to discuss Local Option Economic Development loans. The body will consider a loan application for the renovation of 505 Main Street and an amendment to an existing loan for 505 Brewing Company.

• Proposed amendment to 505 Brewing Company loan to add 349 N Main Street as an eligible location
• Loan application from 505 Main Street Group, LLC for renovation of 505 Main Street to create 28 apartments
• Review of fund balance with uncommitted funds totaling $916,856.21

The Citizen Advisory Review Committee voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approve amending the 505 Brewing Company LB840 loan to add 349 N Main Street, and also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a $465,000 loan to 505 Main Street Group, LLC with 100% forgiveness paid over three tranches. The committee reviewed the fund balance but took no action. Minutes from January 12, 2021 were approved 5-0.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended amending 505 Brewing Company LB840 loan to add 349 N Main Street (5-0)
• Recommended $465,000 loan to 505 Main Street Group, LLC at 100% forgiveness over three tranches (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on a liquor license, an annexation, and a replat. They will also vote on several resolutions and contracts, including a substation construction contract, loans, and a sheltering contract, plus discuss the library expansion and other routine items.

• Public hearing for Class I liquor license for Osteria Kayla LLC at 406 N. Main St.
• First reading of Ordinance 5550 to annex property at W 23rd St and Business Park Dr for Elemetal Fabrication
• Resolution 2021-007 to approve Gallery 23 Replat 3
• Resolution 2021-013 awarding contract to Bianchi Electric LLC for Substation H construction
• Resolution 2021-014 and 2021-015 approving Local Option Economic Development Loans for Summit Medical Staffing, Compound Holdings, and New Horizons Cold Storage

The Fremont City Council approved a contract with FurEver Home for animal sheltering after amending termination and waiting-period terms, and authorized the mayor to sign a contract with Spangenberg Phillips Tice Architecture for library expansion redesign. It also approved a liquor license, annexation first reading, and several resolutions including a substation contract and 911 interlocal agreements.

• Approved Class I liquor license for Osteria Kayla LLC (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5550 to annex property at W 23rd & Business Park Dr (first reading)
• Approved contract with FurEver Home for sheltering as amended (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2021-013 awarding substation contract to Bianchi Electric LLC (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-012 for MidEast Regional 911 interlocal agreements (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-015 for economic development loan to Compound Holdings/New Horizons Cold Storage (8-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign library expansion redesign contract with Spangenberg Phillips Tice (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-016 Airport Capital Improvement Plan (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider approving accounts payable totaling $3,626,828.71 for utility operations, including payroll, energy purchases, and bond payments. The board will also receive a City Administrator update on COVID-19 and delivery of services, with no action requested. The meeting is largely routine, with consent agenda items for minutes and claims.

• Approve accounts payable of $3,626,828.71 for utility funds
• Approve minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting
• City Administrator update on COVID-19 and delivery of services (no action)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board met on January 26, 2021, with all five members present. The board approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from January 12, 2021, and accounts payable through January 26, 2021, by a 5-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only a city administrator update on COVID-19 and service delivery, and the board adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda items 3 and 4 (minutes and accounts payable) (5-0)

Public Safety Answering Point

The Dodge County Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Governance Board will meet to discuss interlocal agreements for 911 equipment sharing with Burt and Cuming Counties. The agenda also includes updates on the Joint Law Enforcement Center, staffing issues, and budget preparations for 2021-2023.

• Request for approval of Interlocal Agreements with Burt and Cuming Counties for 911 equipment sharing
• Request for approval of an amendment to PSAP Motorola support contracts
• Update on the Joint Law Enforcement Center
• Discussion regarding 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 budget preparations
• Update on staffing issues

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board is meeting to elect 2021 officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary) and approve December minutes. They will discuss and possibly act on reimbursing the city for 2021 flag costs, replacing parking lot signs, the BID newsletter, and installing a downtown fountain. Public comments are invited.

• Election of 2021 officers: Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary
• Possible action on reimbursing City for 2021 flag costs
• Possible action on parking lot sign replacements
• Possible action on BID newsletter
• Possible action on installing a downtown fountain

The Fremont Business Improvement District Board elected officers for 2021, approved reimbursements for holiday flags and parking lot signs, and authorized a newsletter mailing. The board also discussed but declined to pursue a downtown fountain project.

• Elected Tom Coday Chair, J.J. Bixby Vice-Chair, Roxie Kracl Secretary (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 15, 2020 meeting (7-0)
• Approved reimbursing city up to $225 per holiday for flag installation in 2021 (7-0)
• Approved reimbursing city up to $3,000 to replace 11 parking lot signs and rehang Memorial signs (8-0)
• Approved mailing BID newsletter at cost up to $600 (7-1, Howard Krasne opposed)
• Declined to pursue fountain installation, citing maintenance and liability concerns

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will meet to elect a new chair, review the 2019-2020 annual report, and consider recommending revisions to Municipal Code Section 3 Article 7 to the City Council. The board will also receive updates on the library expansion project, the director search, and staffing. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and reports.

• Election of Library Board Chair
• 2019-2020 Annual Report review
• Proposed revisions to Municipal Code Section 3 Article 7 (Library board) for City Council recommendation
• Expansion project architect update
• Library Director search update

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will meet to consider three requests: annexation of industrial property for Elemetal Fabrication, a replat of the Gallery 23 townhome development, and a conditional use permit for the Salvation Army (continued to February 15). They will also receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan and elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Annexation request by Andrew Stamp for Fabrication Holdings LLC (Elemetal Fabrication and Machine) for property at W 23rd Street and Business Park Drive
• Replat request by Jeff Stoll for Gallery 23 Townhomes LLC for properties at E 22nd Street and Aaron Way
• Conditional Use Permit request by William Stott for the Salvation Army to expand into rear yard setback at W. Military Ave. and N. I Street (continued to Feb. 15)
• Update on Comprehensive Plan/Long Range Transportation Plan/UDC project
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

The Fremont Planning Commission recommended approval of the annexation of property owned by Fabrication Holdings LLC, with the condition that the property be removed from the County Industrial Area. They also recommended approval of a replat for Gallery 23 townhomes. A conditional use permit request by the Salvation Army was continued to February 15, 2021. The commission elected new officers and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Recommended approval of annexation for Fabrication Holdings LLC (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Gallery 23 East Addition Replat 2 (8-0)
• Continued Salvation Army conditional use permit to Feb 15, 2021
• Elected Borisow as Chairman (8-0)
• Elected Nielsen as Vice Chairman (8-0)
• Approved November 16, 2020 minutes (8-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to hear a report from consultant Houseal Lavigne and discuss updates to the Unified Development Code, Comprehensive Plan, and Long-range Transportation Plan. They will also review the draft Capital Improvement Plan and the One and Six Street Improvement Plan, plus hear reports from Council members on citywide goals. The agenda is largely a discussion and review session with no final votes scheduled.

• Report from Houseal Lavigne on Unified Development Code, Comprehensive Plan, and Long-range Transportation Plan updates
• Review of draft Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with projects like Fire Engine Replacement ($675,000) and Police Elevator Renovation
• Discussion of One and Six Street Improvement Plan
• Expedited zoning amendments proposed for definitions, permitted uses, and temporary use regulations
• Council member reports on citywide goals

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team meets to consider a loan application for New Horizons Cold Storage, LLC, which plans to build a 200,000-square-foot facility on a 52-acre site near North Yager Road and County Road T. The team will also review an amendment to an existing loan for Summit Medical Staffing, LLC, which is purchasing land in the Fremont Tech Park to construct a new office. Additionally, the group reviews the current fund balance of the Local Option Economic Development Fund, which stands at $916,856.21 in uncommitted funds.

• Consideration of a $500,000 loan application from New Horizons Cold Storage, LLC for a cold storage and distribution facility.
• Review of an amendment to the existing $200,000 loan for Summit Medical Staffing, LLC, which is building a new facility on North Lincoln Avenue.
• Review of the Local Option Economic Development Fund balance, showing $916,856.21 in uncommitted funds as of December 31, 2020.
• Approval of minutes from the December 17, 2020 meeting.

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 12, 2021, addressing routine consent agenda items, new business including a library ordinance amendment, and several resolutions. The council will also discuss animal control services and enter executive session for pending litigation and contract negotiations.

• Approve claims totaling $4,017,206.18
• Resolution 2021-001: Renew Maintenance Agreement No. 11 with Nebraska Department of Roads
• Resolution 2021-002: Award contract to Wesco for 15kV Primary Underground Distribution Cable
• Ordinance 5549: Amend Municipal Library sections (first reading)
• Resolution 2021-005: Supplemental Agreement with Civil Solutions LLC for Johnson Road South pavement improvements

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee is considering a Local Option Economic Development Fund loan for New Horizons Cold Storage, LLC. The project involves a proposed cold storage warehouse and manufacturing facility northwest of North Yager Road and County Road T. The committee will also discuss amending a loan for Summit Medical Staffing, LLC.

• Loan application from New Horizons Cold Storage, LLC (staff recommends $500,000; applicant requested $1,000,000)
• Proposed amendment to Summit Medical Staffing, LLC Local Option Economic Development Loan
• Review of LB 840 fund balance, estimated at $5,140,214.45 in assets
• Proposal to stagger committee member terms

The committee recommended City Council approve a $500,000 Local Option Economic Development Fund loan at 100% forgiveness for New Horizons Cold Storage, and amend Summit Medical Staffing's loan to forgive the remaining repayable balance and set the second tranche at $450,000 at 100% forgiveness. It also approved staggering committee member terms. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended $500,000 forgivable loan to New Horizons Cold Storage (5-0)
• Recommended amending Summit Medical Staffing loan: forgive remaining balance, second tranche $450,000 at 100% forgiveness (5-0)
• Approved staggering committee terms: 2 in 2022, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2024 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting (5-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider approving a Southwest Power Pool point-to-point transmission service agreement for Western Area Power Administration energy and a bid for construction of Substation H. The board will also approve routine consent items, including minutes and accounts payable totaling about $2.75 million, and receive a City Administrator update on COVID-19 and service delivery.

• Consider Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Point-to-Point Transmission Service Agreement for WAPA Energy
• Consider bid for Construction of Substation H
• Approve accounts payable through January 12, 2021 (utility funds claims total $2,753,949.87)
• Approve minutes of December 29, 2020
• City Administrator update on COVID-19 and delivery of services (no action requested)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approve a $1,692,800.00 bid from Bianchi Electric, LLC for construction of Substation H, with Wholestone Farms reimbursing $945,257.19, leaving a city cost of $747,542.81. The board also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a resolution authorizing staff to sign a Firm Point-to-Point Transmission Service Agreement for WAPA Energy. Consent agenda items (minutes and accounts payable) were approved 5-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Bianchi Electric, LLC bid for Substation H construction at $1,692,800.00 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution for SPP Point-to-Point Transmission Service Agreement for WAPA Energy (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes from December 29, 2020 and accounts payable through January 12, 2021 (5-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on the apron and terminal projects, review the 2021 Airport Capital Improvement Plan, and address maintenance items including roof repairs at the Old Taylor Martin Hangar. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 capacity limits.

• Update on Apron & Terminal Projects
• Discussion of 2021 Airport C.I.P.
• Update on annual Hangar inspections
• Status of roof repairs – Old Taylor Martin Hangar

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will meet to review minutes, hear the Director/Recreation Report, and discuss several projects including the City Auditorium Renovation, Senior Center radiant heat and awning projects, the Navitas Project, and COVID testing/vaccinations at Christensen Field. The meeting is primarily informational with no votes or public hearings scheduled.

• City Auditorium Renovation update
• Senior Center Radiant Heat Project – CDBG
• Senior Center Awning Project – CDBG
• Navitas Project update
• COVID Testing/Vaccinations at Christensen Field