Fremont public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Fremont City Council will vote on routine consent items including claims totaling $2.97 million, a fire services fee schedule, a CDBG grant for downtown revitalization, and a cement/asphalt/excavate worker license. Under unfinished business, the council will hold the second reading of an ordinance to rezone property on River Rd. from General Industrial to Rural.

• Resolution 2023-304: adopt fire services fee schedule
• Resolution 2023-306: approve CDBG grant documents for Downtown Revitalization Project (22-DTR-007)
• Ordinance 5665: second reading of rezoning from GI to R on River Rd. property
• Claims totaling $2,972,417.78 including $891,524.24 to MCL Construction and $213,315.12 to M.E. Collins Contracting for Bell St. Viaduct rehab
• Resolution 2023-305: authorize Mayor to sign Certificate of Compliance for NDOT Maintenance Agreement No. 11

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will hold a regular meeting to approve routine consent items, including minutes and accounts payable, and to consider bids for a sewer camera replacement. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the sewer camera bid review.

• Consider bids for sewer camera replacement
• Approve minutes of December 12, 2023
• Approve accounts payable through December 21, 2023

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will hold its regular December meeting, covering old business on the move back to the library, the director's report including an expansion project update, and November expenditure reports. The agenda is routine, with no votes on new policy or contracts listed.

• Expansion Project Update
• November 2023 Library Expenditures Report
• Library Director's Report with statistics
• Friends of the Library Report

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Runway Rehab Project and the replacement of air conditioning and furnace units in the old terminal. No formal action items are scheduled for discussion at this meeting.

• Update on Runway Rehab Project regarding Paulsen's batch plant
• Update on Old Terminal Air Conditioning and Furnace Unit Replacement

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several major items, including adopting the Affordable Housing Action Plan, a comprehensive plan amendment and preliminary plat for a 212-lot residential lake subdivision south of River Rd., and a change of zone from General Industrial to Rural. The council will also consider placing the 2024-2039 Local Option Economic Development Plan and the 0.5% local option sales tax continuation on the May 14, 2024 primary ballot. Consent agenda items include a bid for exterior maintenance at the Municipal Building and renaming Old US Highway 30 to Platte River Road.

• Resolution 2023-296: Adopt the Affordable Housing Action Plan, which projects 1,588 new housing units needed by 2035
• Resolution 2023-295: Revised Preliminary Plat for a 212-lot residential lake subdivision south of River Rd.
• Ordinance 5665: Change of Zone from GI (General Industrial) to R (Rural) on property south of River Rd. (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-302: Submit question of continuing the 0.5% local option sales tax to voters in May 2024 primary
• Resolution 2023-298: Approve bid from Fisher Building Services, Inc. for exterior maintenance at the Municipal Building

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider routine consent items, a certificate of compliance for a maintenance agreement with the Nebraska Department of Transportation, bids for the Airport Sewer Lining Project, and the renewal of utilities' general and excess liability insurance for 2023-2024. The board will also receive a General Manager update, including a warehouse update. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Consider Certificate of Compliance for 2023 Maintenance Agreement No. 11 with Nebraska Department of Transportation
• Consider bids for Airport Sewer Lining Project
• Consider Utilities' General Liability and Excess Liability Insurance 2023-2024
• Approve minutes of November 28, 2023
• Approve accounts payable through December 12, 2023

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team will receive the updated Local Economic Development Plan and the 2024 ballot language for both the Economic Development Plan and the Local Option Sales Tax. They will also hear updates on the My Central Supply year-one compliance and application interest. The meeting includes approval of minutes from September 26, 2023.

• Receive updated Local Economic Development Plan
• Receive 2024 Economic Development Plan Ballot Language
• Receive 2024 Local Option Sales Tax Ballot Language
• Plan Administrator Updates: My Central Supply Year One Compliance and Application Interest
• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2023 meeting

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee is meeting to consider an updated Local Economic Development Plan. The body will also review ballot language for a 2024 Local Option Sales Tax and the 2024 Economic Development Plan.

• Updated Local Economic Development Plan
• 2024 Economic Development Plan ballot language
• 2024 Local Option Sales Tax ballot language
• Proposed $12,000,000 total collection from local sources for the program

City Council

The Fremont City Council will consider appointing a new Ward 2 council member, confirm two police officer appointments, and hold a public hearing on a Class C liquor license for RD's Place. The consent agenda includes approval of $3.9 million in claims and several resolutions for projects and grants. The council will also take action on ordinances and resolutions in new and unfinished business.

• Appointment to fill Ward 2 vacancy (candidates: Blair Horner, Susan Jacobus, Steve Ray)
• Confirm Wyatt Kreifels and Miles Morgan as Police Officers
• Public hearing on Class C liquor license for RD's Place at 2215 N. Broad St.
• Approve claims totaling $3,897,045.43
• Accept $122,500 Debby Durham Family Foundation Grant for downtown archways

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will meet to consider several routine and notable items, including appointing the City Street Superintendent for 2024, addressing a drainage issue at 2002 W Military Avenue, renaming old US Hwy 30 to Platte River Road, approving a change order for the Lincoln Avenue Asphalt Overlay Project, and declaring an emergency for boiler valve repairs. The board will also review accounts payable and receive a collection activity report.

• Appointment of City Street Superintendent for 2024
• Drainage issue at 2002 W Military Avenue
• Renaming old US Hwy 30 to Platte River Road
• Change Order #1 for Lincoln Avenue Asphalt Overlay Project No. P-195-23
• Emergency declaration for repairs to U7 Boiler Feedwater Control Valve

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly act on the renewal of the BID and a report on ribbon for Christmas wreaths. The agenda also includes committee reports and a MainStreet report. The board's fund balance as of October 31, 2023, is $92,978.24.

• Discussion and possible action on renewal of BID
• Discussion and possible action on report from Design Committee on ribbon for Christmas wreaths
• Financial report showing fund balance of $92,978.24 as of 10/31/2023
• MainStreet Report by Lainey Paquette

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will consider a revised preliminary plat for a 156-lot residential lake subdivision near Hills Farm Road and Highway 77, along with several waivers. They will also review a landscape waiver for the Subway restaurant at 549 E. 23rd St. and discuss the Affordable Housing Action Plan. A conditional use permit for a cat kennel was withdrawn.

• Revised preliminary plat for 156-lot lake subdivision on 451.55 acres south of Hills Farm Rd. and Hwy 77
• Waivers requested for private streets, street lighting, block length, single entrance, cul-de-sac length, sidewalks, and bufferyard
• Landscape waiver for Subway Restaurant at 549 E. 23rd St.
• Review and recommendation on Affordable Housing Action Plan
• Conditional use permit for cat kennel at 422 E. 1st St. withdrawn

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will meet to discuss the move back to the permanent library, staffing updates, and the library director's report, including expansion project updates and a donor event. The board will also review October 2023 expenditures and approve the previous meeting's minutes. The library is currently closed for the move, with reopening to be announced later.

• Move back to permanent library update
• Staffing update
• Expansion project update: November 9 donor event and ribbon cutting schedule
• Finance: Library expenditures report for October 2023
• Library closed since November 18 for move; reopening date to be announced

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the terminal warranty work, the runway rehabilitation project (including proposed hangar lease discounts during construction), replacement of the old terminal's air conditioning and furnace units, and the results of the annual airport inspections. The agenda includes no action items, so these are discussion topics only.

• Runway 14/32 rehabilitation scheduled to start spring 2024, weather permitting
• Proposals for hangar lease update/discount during runway project
• Discussion of Civil Air Patrol HVAC issues and options
• Review of NDOT annual inspection results: no violations, but recommended fixes for PAPI lights, runway distress, and trees in approach path
• Old terminal air conditioning and furnace unit replacement update

Public Safety Answering Point

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governance Board will review the current Radio Administrator contract, receive a countywide radio system update, and consider a $19,344 quote for a new uninterruptible power supply (UPS) from Predictive Technology Inc. The board will also approve minutes from the July 5, 2023 meeting. This is a routine governance meeting with no public hearings or zoning items.

• Review and possible action on current Radio Administrator contract
• Countywide radio system update
• Consideration of $19,344 quote for Liebert APS UPS replacement
• Approval of July 5, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fremont City Council and Community Development Agency will consider a series of items, including a proposed amendment to the 23rd & Bell St. Redevelopment Plan for the Fremont Mall Project, which would establish an Enhanced Employment Area and impose a 2% occupation tax to fund $6.5 million of a $14 million mall rehabilitation. The council will also hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a self-storage facility, a Business Improvement District modification, and other ordinances. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including bids, purchases, and agreements.

• Resolution 2023-003/234: Amend 23rd & Bell St. Redevelopment Plan for Fremont Mall Project, designating an Enhanced Employment Area
• Resolution 2023-004/235: Establish an Enhanced Employment District at Fremont Mall
• Ordinance 5656: Occupation Tax for Fremont Mall Redevelopment Project (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-215: Conditional Use Permit for Self-Storage Facility at northeast corner of Prairie Rd. and Judy Rd.
• Ordinance 5659: Modify and continue Business Improvement District No. 1 in downtown (first reading)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several infrastructure items, including the Howard Street South Paving District No. PD-553, a speed limit amendment, a maintenance agreement with the Nebraska Department of Transportation, traffic control signage and curb painting on South Howard St., and the purchase of a stray patching machine. The board will also approve minutes and accounts payable, and receive updates on electric production and wastewater treatment plant awards.

• Consider Howard Street South Paving District No. PD-553
• Consider Speed Limit Amendment
• Consider Maintenance Agreement 11 with Nebraska Department of Transportation
• Consider Traffic Control Signage and Painting of Curbs on South Howard St.
• Consider Purchase of a Stray Patching Machine on a LEEBOY Peterbilt Chassis

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and approve the minutes from the October 31 meeting and conduct police officer interviews, which may go into executive session. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approve minutes of October 31, 2023 meeting
• Police officer interviews (may go into executive session)

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association board is holding its regular quarterly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes, a treasurer's report, and reports from the sexton and parks and recreation. The board will also introduce a new member, Liz Rayl.

• Introduction of new board member Liz Rayl
• Treasurer's report by Kim Beam
• Sexton report by Jeff Hively
• Parks and Recreation report by Connie Giese
• Next meeting scheduled for February 14, 2024

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission and City Council will hold a joint study session featuring a presentation by attorney Michael Sands on Nebraska community development laws, including blight and substandard declarations, redevelopment plans, Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Enhanced Employment Areas (EEA), and Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) districts. Following the presentation, there will be questions and discussion, and the meeting may move into executive session. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is an informational session.

• Presentation on Nebraska Community Development Law by Michael Sands of Baird Holm law firm
• Discussion of blight and substandard declarations, redevelopment plans, TIF, EEA, and PACE districts
• Possible executive session for City Council and Planning Commission

City Council

The Fremont City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint study session to hear a presentation from attorney Michael Sands on Nebraska community development laws, including blight and substandard declarations, redevelopment plans, Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Enhanced Employment Areas (EEA), and Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) districts. The session is informational, with time for questions and discussion, followed by an executive session. No formal decisions are on the agenda.

• Presentation on Nebraska Community Development Law by Michael Sands of Baird Holm law firm
• Discussion of blight and substandard declarations
• Discussion of Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
• Discussion of Enhanced Employment Areas (EEA)
• Discussion of Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) districts

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will discuss Venom Softball, receive a summer recreation report from Schwanke, and hear a director's report from Hansen covering auditorium updates, parks/forestry updates, open positions, the transit program, and the capital improvement plan. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and scheduling the next meeting for January 8, 2024.

• Discussion: Venom Softball
• Recreation Report – Schwanke: Summer Recreation report
• Director Report – Hansen: Auditorium update, Parks/Forestry update, Open Positions, Transit Program, Capital Improvement Plan

Appeals Commission

The Fremont Appeals Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and hear an appeal by Caitlin Buresh regarding a Potentially/Dangerous Dog Notice. The commission will receive presentations from the city and the appellant, take public comments, discuss, and vote to affirm, deny, or modify the notice. General matters discussion and adjournment follow.

• Appeal by Caitlin Buresh of a Potentially/Dangerous Dog Notice
• City and appellant presentations with witness/public comments
• Vote to affirm, deny, or modify the notice
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• General matters discussion

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee is meeting to consider ballot language for a 2024 Economic Development Plan and a Local Option Sales Tax. The body will also review the fund balance and receive a quarterly report.

• Consideration of 2024 Economic Development Plan ballot language for May 14, 2024 election
• Consideration of 0.5% Local Option Sales Tax ballot language for May 14, 2024 election
• Review of fund balance and quarterly report
• Proposed 10-year extension of the Local Option Economic Development Plan from 2024 to 2034

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including Keno grant awards and a memorandum of understanding to explore expanding Johnson Lake for water detention. The meeting also includes the Board of Equalization reviewing nuisance liens for weed and debris removal.

• Keno Grant awards
• Johnson Lake expansion concept agreement
• Ordinance 5657 regarding off-premise directional and electronic messaging signs
• Ordinance 5658 regarding Government Salary Ordinance
• Special tax assessment of $146.81 for 1851 E 20th St.

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will meet to consider routine consent items (minutes and accounts payable) and several regular agenda items, including contract amendments, equipment purchases, and annual certifications. The board will also receive updates on the Natural Gas Department and lead water pipe service.

• Consider Amendment 2 to 2023 Traffic Signal Improvements Project Contract
• Consider Lease on a Caterpillar 289D3 Compact Track Loader
• Consider Purchase of a 1-Ton, 4x4, SRW, Crew Cab Pickup with CM Flatbed
• Consider 2023 Johnson Lake Improvement Project Memorandum of Understanding
• Consider Renewal and Extension of Natural Gas Purchasing and Price Risk Management Agreement

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will conduct interviews for Firefighter/EMT positions, which may go into executive session. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Firefighter/EMT interviews (may go into executive session)
• Approve minutes of October 11, 2023 meeting

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team will review fund balances, receive quarterly reports, and review the 2024 Economic Development Plan and Local Option Sales Tax ballot language for the May 14, 2024 primary election. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and plan administrator updates.

• Review 2024 Local Option Sales Tax ballot language for May 14, 2024 election
• Review 2024 Economic Development Plan ballot language
• Review fund balance and quarterly report
• Approval of September 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Appeals Commission

The Fremont Appeals Commission is meeting to hear an appeal by DeMarquez Frazier regarding a Potentially/Dangerous Dog Notice, with presentations from the city and appellant, public comments, and a vote to affirm, deny, or modify the notice. The commission will also discuss and approve amendments to its by-laws and handle general matters. The meeting is open to the public.

• Hear appeal by DeMarquez Frazier of Potentially/Dangerous Dog Notice
• Vote to affirm, deny, or modify the dog notice
• Discussion and approval of amendments to Appeals Commission By-Laws
• Approve minutes of previous meeting

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will discuss the runway rehab project timeline and hangar lease proposals. The committee will also review updates on terminal warranty work and air conditioning unit replacement.

• Runway Rehab Project update with Paulsen planning a Spring start
• Discussion of hangar lease updates or discounts during runway construction
• Discussion on air conditioning unit repairs and new duct work installation
• Update on terminal entrance column warranty work
• Maintenance updates for hangar repairs and taxiway lights

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly act on holiday decorations, sponsorship applications, and the renewal of the BID. Committee reports and a MainStreet update are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on ribbon for Christmas wreaths
• Discussion and possible action on light pole decorations and banners
• Discussion and possible action on review of sponsorship applications
• Discussion and possible action on renewal of BID
• MainStreet Report by Lainey Paquette

Appeals Commission

The Dangerous Animal Appeal Commission will meet to approve minutes and hear an appeal by Holly English-Roach regarding a reckless owner designation. The commission will hear from the city and the appellant before voting. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approve minutes from last meeting
• Hear reckless owner appeal of Holly English-Roach
• Vote on the appeal

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will discuss the new fiscal year budget and staffing, as well as the timeline for the library's move. The board will also receive reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and finance expenditures for August 2023. The agenda includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• New Fiscal Year Update – budget and staffing
• Move Timeline
• Library Director's Report – Month in Review, Statistics, Expansion Project Update
• Finance-Library Expenditures Reports for August 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and appoint a Chairman. The commission also intends to conduct interviews for police officer positions, which may occur in an executive session.

• Appoint Chairman
• Police Officer Interviews

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding public hearings and voting on several items, including a conditional use permit for a cheerleading academy, a liquor license recommendation, and amendments to sign regulations. Several Fremont Mall redevelopment items are continued to November 14. The agenda also includes routine consent items and new business such as coal and rail contracts.

• Conditional Use Permit for cheerleading academy at 3303 N. Broad St.
• Class C liquor license recommendation for Fremont Theaters, 866 E. 23rd St.
• Ordinance 5657 amending off-premise sign regulations (electronic messaging signs)
• Contract with Cloud Peak Energy Resources LLC for coal (2024-2025)
• Contract with Union Pacific Railroad for transportation services (2024-2028)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several contracts and purchases, including a coal supply contract for the Lon D. Wright Power Plant, a coal shipping agreement, a natural gas ordinance replacement, and equipment leases and purchases. They will also approve minutes and accounts payable. The meeting is a regular session with public comment opportunities.

• Consider 2024 and 2025 Lon D. Wright Power Plant Coal Supply Contract
• Consider 2024–2028 Lon D. Wright Power Plant Coal Shipping Agreement
• Consider Repealing and Replacing Natural Gas Ordinance
• Consider Lease on a Caterpillar 289D3 Compact Track Loader
• Consider Purchase of Vacuum Trailer

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will consider a fee-reduction request from Duet for use of Christensen Field Main Arena and kitchen on December 14, 2023. Board members will also discuss Venom Softball and a lease related to the Veterans Memorial Rock project, along with updates from the Recreation Director and Director on summer programs, the auditorium, parks/forestry, public transportation, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Request from Duet for fee reduction of Christensen Field Main Arena and Kitchen on Thursday, December 14, 2023
• Discussion: Venom Softball
• Discussion: Lease and Veterans Memorial Rock Project
• Recreation Report – Summer Recreation report
• Director Report – Auditorium update, Parks/Forestry update, Public Transportation, Capital Improvement Plan

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee will review the LB840 fund balance and receive plan administrator updates on the sales tax program. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a review of the fund's financial status.

• Review of LB840 fund balance with $2,449,749.45 in total assets
• Plan administrator updates on LB840 sales tax
• Approval of minutes from July 25, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Fremont City Council and Community Development Agency will consider consenting to Fremont Enterprises, LLC pledging TIF notes totaling over $3.9 million to Core Bank as loan collateral for the Fountain Springs Redevelopment Project. The council will also vote on routine items including claims totaling $4.36 million, appointments, and several resolutions. A second reading of a zoning change for Apple D Acres from Rural to Light Industrial is on the agenda.

• Consent to pledge TIF notes (total $3,939,093) to Core Bank for Fountain Springs project
• Claims approval totaling $4,364,946.84
• Ordinance 5654: Change of Zone from R to LI for Apple D Acres at Prairie Rd. and Judy Rd. (second reading)
• Resolution 2023-229: Change order for library shelving from Midwest Storage Solutions
• Resolution 2023-233: MOU with Lutheran Family Services for Crisis Response Services

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team will review the LB840 fund balance, receive the resignation of member Rich Oliva, and hear updates from the plan administrator on the LB840 sales tax. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions listed beyond the resignation.

• Review of LB840 fund balance as of 8/31/2023
• Receive resignation of Rich Oliva
• Plan administrator updates on LB840 sales tax
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2023 meeting

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will vote on several contracts and purchases, including a wastewater treatment plant chemical agreement, a water and sewer hydraulic study bid, coal supply contracts for the Lon D. Wright Power Plant, and equipment purchases. They will also approve minutes and accounts payable.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant Chemical Agreement
• Bid for Water & Sewer System Hydraulic Study
• 2024-2025 Lon D. Wright Power Plant Coal Supply Contract
• Purchase of Hach Analyzers for LDW Water Analysis Panel
• Coal Shipping Agreement for 2024-2028

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District board will discuss renewal of the district and review a financial report showing a current fund balance of $97,136.57. The meeting also includes a report on ribbon for Christmas wreaths and committee updates.

• Discussion and possible action on BID renewal with City Attorney Travis Jacott present
• Financial report shows $97,136.57 fund balance as of August 31, 2023
• Report on ribbon for Christmas wreaths from Design Committee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several requests, including a conditional use permit for a cheerleading academy, a landscaping waiver for Subway, a street right-of-way relinquishment, and amendments to the Fremont Mall redevelopment plan. The most significant item is the mall's proposal to invest over $14 million in renovations, funded partly by a new 2% occupation tax, which requires a plan amendment and a landscaping waiver.

• Conditional use permit for cheerleading academy at 3303 N. Broad St.
• Landscaping waiver for Subway at SW corner of E. 23rd St. and Clarkson St.
• Relinquishment of south 300 ft of vacated S. Jones St. right-of-way
• Amend 23rd & Bell Redevelopment Plan for Fremont Mall $14M rehab and 2% occupation tax
• Landscaping waiver for Fremont Mall at NW corner of 23rd St. and Yager Rd.

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will review the fourth draft of several policies, including juvenile borrower card types, computer and internet use, and collection development, with input from legal counsel. The board will also hear reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and finance for August 2023. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and the agenda itself.

• Review of fourth draft policies: Juvenile Borrower Types, Computer and Internet Policy, Digital Projector, Display and Collection Development/Selection
• Library Director's Report including expansion project update
• Finance report for August 2023 expenditures
• Friends of the Library report

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the terminal warranty work, the runway rehabilitation project, and the replacement of the old terminal air conditioning unit. They will also consider hangar lease discounts during the runway project and prioritize hangar repairs. No formal action items are listed for this meeting.

• Update on Terminal Warranty work
• Discussion on hangar lease update/discount during runway rehab
• Discussion on splitting payment for old terminal AC unit replacement
• Prioritizing hangar repair list
• Update on 114 papi/taxiway lights

City Council

The special City Council meeting scheduled for September 14, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a child care center at 445 E. 6th Street and a zone change for Apple D Acres from Rural to Light Industrial. The council will also vote on the final reading of the 2023-2025 biennial budget, a collective bargaining agreement with the police union, and several resolutions including a CDBG grant application and various contracts. The Community Development Agency will consider a certificate of completion for the Nebraska Irrigated Seeds project.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for Child Care Center at 445 E. 6th Street
• Public hearing: Ordinance 5654 zone change for Apple D Acres from R to LI at Prairie Rd. and Judy Rd.
• Final reading: Ordinance 5653 adopting 2023-2025 biennial budget (Appropriation Bill)
• Resolution 2023-226: Approve 2023-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Local No. 37
• Resolution 2023-216: Apply for Community Development Block Grant Downtown Revitalization funding

The City Council approved the 2023-2025 biennial budget statement and associated general fund commitments. Council also passed salary ordinances for utility and government employees and approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Local No. 37.

• Approved 2023-2025 biennial budget statement (Ordinance 5653) (6-0)
• Approved commitment of General Funds for 2023-2025 budget (Resolution 2023-228) (6-0)
• Approved Utility Salary Ordinance (Ordinance 5651) (6-0)
• Approved Government Salary Ordinance (Ordinance 5652) (6-0)
• Approved 2023-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with FOP Local No. 37 (Resolution 2023-226) (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Child Care Center at 445 E. 6th Street (Resolution 2023-214) (5-0, 1 abstaining)
• Introduced first reading of zoning change from Rural to Light Industrial for Apple D Acres (Ordinance 5654) (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of Caterpillar Mini Excavator for Department of Utilities (Resolution 2023-218) (6-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda to approve minutes from August 29, 2023, and accounts payable through September 12, 2023. The regular agenda includes a General Manager Update on utility overview. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of August 29, 2023
• Approve accounts payable through September 12, 2023 (claims total $3,351,486.78)
• General Manager Update on utility overview

The board approved the consent agenda items covering the August 29, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through September 12, 2023, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The board then adjourned the meeting at 4:34 p.m. by a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda items 3 and 4 (minutes and accounts payable) – vote 5-0
• Adjourned meeting at 4:34 p.m. – vote 5-0

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will discuss a request from Alyssa Hopper to use Johnson Park shelter and space for a wedding on June 22, 2024, from 11am to 7:30pm. The board will also hear the Summer/Fall Recreation Report and the Director's Report, which includes updates on the auditorium, parks/forestry, public transportation, and the Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting is a regular monthly session with standard procedural items.

• Request from Alyssa Hopper for Johnson Park shelter and space use on June 22, 2024, 11am-7:30pm
• Summer/Fall Recreation Report by Schwanke
• Director's Report by Hansen: Auditorium update, Parks/Forestry update, Public Transportation, Capital Improvement Plan
• Reading of August 7, 2023 minutes

The board approved a request to use the Johnson Park shelter and space for a wedding on June 22, 2024. The board also tabled a request from the veterans task force to place a rock in Veterans Park pending a project update.

• Approved wedding use of Johnson Park shelter for June 22, 2024
• Tabled request to place a rock in Veterans Park

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a conditional use permit for a childcare center at 45 E 6th St, requested by Myra Katherine Hale. The property is zoned Downtown Commercial, and staff recommends approval contingent on state licensure. The meeting also includes approval of the August 21, 2023 minutes.

• Conditional use permit for childcare center at 45 E 6th St, requested by Myra Katherine Hale
• Staff recommendation: approval contingent upon state licensure
• Facility to operate 5:30 am to 6:30 pm, capacity 48 children with up to 10 staff
• Site is not within 300 feet of restricted districts; access via 6th Street (one-way eastbound)
• Approval of August 21, 2023 Planning Commission minutes

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 5653, which adopts the 2023-2025 biennial budget. The council will also consider resolutions setting the property tax request and approving an additional 1% increase in the base limitation on restricted fund authority. The budget includes major public safety facility improvements, street projects, and other capital investments, funded partly by reserves and bonds. The council will also discuss committing general funds and may enter executive session to discuss a real estate purchase.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 5653 adopting the 2023-2025 biennial budget (second reading)
• Resolution 2023-212 setting property tax request at $6,779,586.62 for FY2024 and $6,991,940.13 for FY2025
• Resolution 2023-213 approving an additional 1% increase in base limitation on restricted fund authority
• Budget includes $47 million for street, infrastructure, and drainage projects, including Broad Street Reconstruction and Airport Runway Reconstruction
• Public safety improvements include new police station and engineering for two new fire stations

The City Council approved property tax requests for the next two fiscal years and increased the base limitation on restricted fund authority. The council also held a second reading for the 2023-2025 biennial budget statement.

• Approved Resolution 2023-212 setting property tax requests at $6,779,586.62 for FY2024 and $6,991,940.13 for FY2025 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-213 for an additional 1% increase in base limitation on restricted fund authority for 2023-2025 (7-0)
• Held second reading of Ordinance 5653 adopting the 2023-2025 biennial budget statement (6-1)
• Entered executive session to discuss real estate purchases (7-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold public hearings on two liquor license applications, then vote on a consent agenda covering routine items like claims, reports, and contracts. They will also take up unfinished business including second readings of salary ordinances and a natural gas system ordinance, plus new business on the 2023-2025 budget and a traffic signal improvement strategy.

• Public hearings for Class D liquor license at Taylor Quik Pik #02, 2250 N. Clarmar Ave., and Class C license for Wine Experience, 415 N. Main St.
• Resolution 2023-211 authorizing amendment to gas supply agreement with Central Plains Energy Project (CPEP)
• Ordinance 5653 adopting 2023-2025 biennial budget (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-209 approving White Castle Roofing bid for City Administration Building roof replacement
• Resolution 2023-210 authorizing purchase of Rice Lake Survivor OTC Truck Scale for Waste Transfer Station

The City Council passed Ordinance 5650 regarding the Natural Gas System and approved liquor license applications for Taylor Oil Company and Woods Wines & Wares LLC. The Board of Equalization levied special taxes for weed and debris removal at two properties. The Council also introduced the 2023-2025 biennial budget appropriation bill.

• Approved Ordinance 5650 adding Natural Gas System article to Chapter 3 (7-0)
• Approved Class D liquor license for Taylor Oil Company dba Taylor Quik Pik #02 (7-0)
• Approved Class C liquor license for Woods Wines & Wares LLC dba Wine Experience (7-0)
• Levied $305.38 special tax for weed/debris removal at 249 W. Washington (7-0)
• Levied $423.94 special tax for weed/debris removal at 1939 N. Broad Street (7-0)
• Approved contract to Siemens Industry Inc. for Shelter Aisle 15kV Switchgear (7-0)
• Approved bid from White Castle Roofing for City Administration Building and Garage/Warehouse roofs (7-0)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 5653 for 2023-2025 biennial budget (7-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider an amended natural gas supply agreement with Central Plains Energy Project, approve the utility budget for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, and review a collection activity report. They will also decide on purchasing a truck scale, approving a pavement rehab change order, and buying underground distribution cable and a mini excavator. The meeting includes routine consent items like minutes and accounts payable.

• Amended Natural Gas Supply with Central Plains Energy Project (CPEP)
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Utility Budget
• Purchase of Rice Lake Survivor OTR Truck Scale
• 2023 Pavement Rehab Contract Change Order
• Bids for 15kV Primary Underground Distribution Cable

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended the fiscal year 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 utility budgets for City Council approval. The board also recommended several equipment purchases and contract awards totaling over $600,000.

• Recommended approval of FY 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 utility budget (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of Rice Lake Survivor OTR Truck Scale for $94,500.00 (4-0)
• Recommended awarding 15kV primary underground distribution cable contract to Wesco for $353,325.60 (4-0)
• Recommended purchase of Caterpillar 304 Mini Excavator for $81,270.00 (4-0)
• Recommended increasing 2023 Pavement Rehab contract from $369,471.00 to $519,471 (4-0)
• Recommended 5-year service agreement with Ingersoll Rand for $7,552.27 in year one (4-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution and limited assignment agreement with CPEP-4 (5-0)
• Approved August 8, 2023 minutes and accounts payable (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on the 2023-2025 budget. The agenda includes detailed budget worksheets for the Street Fund, an executive summary of payroll changes, and a five-year capital plan. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for presentation and discussion.

• Street Fund budget projects expenditures of $25.16 million in 2024 and $19.83 million in 2025, with fund balance dropping to negative $733,588 by end of 2024.
• Capital plan includes $22.94 million for design and construction of two new fire stations, funded by public safety bonds.
• Police capital items include $1.04 million for 15 cruiser replacements and $300,000 for camera conversion project.
• Budget adds 2 police officer FTEs, 1 assistant fire chief, and 1 zoning administrator, among other staffing changes.
• General Fund total wages and benefits increase 7.02% in 2024 to $18.7 million.

The City Council held a special meeting to receive budget presentation documents for 2023-2025 into the record. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved receiving 2023-2025 budget presentation documents into the record (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a request to rezone 8.84 acres at Prairie Rd. and Judy Rd. from Rural to Light Industrial and grant a conditional use permit for a self-storage facility. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a childcare center at 45 E 6th St., which was continued from a previous meeting. The commission will receive an update on the UDC, Affordable Housing Plan, and design guidelines for the area between Broad, D, Military, and 8th Streets.

• Change of Zone from R, Rural to LI, Light Industrial for Tax Lot 101 at northeast corner of Prairie Rd. and Judy Rd.
• Conditional Use Permit for self-storage facility on same property (8.84 acres, phase 1 19,980 sq ft)
• Conditional Use Permit for Childcare Center at 45 E 6th St. (continued to August 28)
• Update on UDC timeline, Affordable Housing Plan (LB 866), and design guidelines for Broad/D/Military/8th Streets
• Approval of July 17, 2023 minutes

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will review the fourth draft of several policies, including new juvenile borrower card types, computer and internet use, and collection development. The board will also hear reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and finance for July 2023. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the policies are for review only.

• Review of fourth draft policies: Juvenile Borrower Types, Computer and Internet Policy, Digital Projector, Display and Collection Development/Selection
• Proposed juvenile-only and juvenile+YA library cards with parental opt-in, no adult materials access, auto-transition at age 19
• Computer and Internet Policy update to comply with Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and Nebraska statutes
• Digital Projector policy section marked for deletion (library no longer owns projector)
• Library Director's Report includes expansion project update and July 2023 statistics

The Keene Memorial Library Board approved the fourth draft of several library policies. These policies were recommended to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved fourth draft of policies for Juvenile Borrower Types, Computer and Internet Policy, Digital Projector, and Display & Collection Development/Selection (5-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on ongoing projects, including terminal warranty work, the runway rehabilitation project, and replacement of the old terminal's air conditioning unit. The committee will also discuss maintenance items such as weed spraying and prioritizing hangar repairs. No action items are scheduled for discussion.

• Update on Terminal Warranty work
• Update on Runway Rehab Project
• Update on Old Terminal Air Conditioning Unit Replacement
• Discussion of weed spraying
• Discussion of prioritizing hangar repair list

The committee approved the July 21, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed the Runway Rehab Project, terminal warranty repairs, and a $175,000 budget request from Public Works for hangar repairs over two years.

• Approved July 21st, 2023 meeting minutes

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association board is holding its regular quarterly meeting. The agenda includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, treasurer's and sexton's reports, and old business; no votes on specific projects or contracts are listed.

• Secretary report and approval of May board meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report by Kim Beam
• Sexton report by Jeff Hively
• Parks and Recreation report by Connie Giese
• Next meeting set for Nov. 8, 2023, at Fremont City Hall

The Board approved the Secretary Report and the Treasurer's Report. Members received updates on the cemetery house project, grass renovation, and burial statistics, though no board action was requested for these items.

• Approved Secretary Report (3-0)
• Approved and filed Treasurer's Report (3-0)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet on August 15, 2023, to discuss and possibly act on paying half the cost of placing pumpkins in flower baskets, leaving flags up from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and future projects. The agenda also includes committee reports and a MainStreet report. The board has a current fund balance of $105,855.79 as of mid-2023.

• Discussion and possible action on paying half the cost of putting pumpkins in flower baskets
• Discussion and possible action on leaving flags up from Memorial Day through Labor Day
• Financial report showing $42,787.84 in assessments YTD 2023 and $105,855.79 fund balance
• Committee reports: Financial, Project, Equalization, Multi-Cultural, Marketing, Maintenance, Future Projects, Design
• MainStreet Report by Lainey Paquette

The Board approved paying half of a $3,975 invoice for fall flower basket decorations. It also decided that US flags will remain up from Memorial Day to Labor Day, pending the renewal of the BID. The issue of replacing holiday wreath ribbons was referred back to the Design Committee.

• Approved payment of one half of $3,975 Siffring Landscaping invoice for fall decorations (8/0)
• Approved keeping US flags up from Memorial Day to Labor Day, subject to BID renewal (8/0)
• Recommitted holiday wreath ribbon replacement to Design Committee for future options and costs (9/0)
• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (8/0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution recommending approval of a Class C liquor license for Maricarmen Venegas dba 415 Bar & Grill at 415 S. Main St. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of claims totaling $4,853,538.58, a street closure for Oktoberfest, and several resolutions. New business includes ordinances for utility and government salaries, a natural gas system addition, and a contract award to Siemens for switchgear.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2023-186 for Class C liquor license at 415 S. Main St.
• Claims approval totaling $4,853,538.58 for city and utility funds
• Resolution 2023-187 for street closure on 4th Street for Oktoberfest and Crossfit Kohana Husker Party
• Ordinance 5650 adding Article 12 – Natural Gas System to Chapter 3
• Resolution 2023-192 awarding contract to Siemens Industry Inc. for Shelter Aisle 15kV Switchgear

The City Council approved a Class C liquor license for 415 Bar & Grill and various resolutions related to housing grants, transit policies, and economic development. First readings were held for utility and government salary ordinances. A contract for switchgear was continued to a later date.

• Approved Class C liquor license for Maricarmen Venegas dba 415 Bar & Grill (5-0)
• Approved street closure on 4th Street for Five-0-Five Brewing Co. (5-0)
• Approved Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund Grant release of funds (5-0)
• Approved Fremont Transit Program drug/alcohol policy and grant agreements (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of Utility Salary Ordinance 5651 (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of Government Salary Ordinance 5652 (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of Natural Gas System Ordinance 5650 (5-0)
• Continued Resolution 2023-192 regarding Siemens Industry Inc. switchgear contract (5-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider purchasing a rubber-tired wheel loader for the power plant and approving a maintenance renewal for the Lon D. Wright Power Plant U8 exciter control with Emerson Process Management. They will also approve routine minutes and accounts payable, and receive updates from the General Manager, including an Open Meetings Act overview and Transportation Alternatives Program funding.

• Purchase of rubber-tired wheel loader for power plant
• Lon D. Wright Power Plant U8 exciter control maintenance renewal with Emerson Process Management
• Approve minutes of July 25, 2023
• Approve accounts payable through August 8, 2023 (total $3,723,420.13)
• General Manager updates on Open Meetings Act and Transportation Alternatives Program funding

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended two authorizations to the City Council regarding power plant equipment and software. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and accounts payable.

• Approved July 25, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through August 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve purchase of CAT938M Loader from Nebraska Machinery Company for $328,163.65 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 3-year software and support agreement with Emerson Process Management for LDW Unit 8 Generator Excitation System (5-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The board will review several requests for park shelter and field use. Discussion items include a potential future fire facility location at Masonic Park and updates regarding Miller Park.

• Request from Wholestone for Johnson soccer field use in August 2023
• Request from Eric Castillo for fee reduction at Christensen Field Arena
• Request from Alyssa Hopper for Johnson Park shelter use
• Discussion of possible Fire Facility location at Masonic Park
• Director report on Capital Improvement Plan

The board approved several requests for the use of city parks and fields for community events. One request for a wedding at Johnson Park was tabled for further policy review. The board also discussed a potential fire facility location at Masonic Park.

• Approved Wholestone use of Johnson field for August 27, 2023
• Approved fee reduction for Fremont Youth Wrestling Tournament at Christensen Field Arena
• Tabled Alyssa Hooper's request for Johnson Park shelter use on June 22, 2024
• Approved City Wide Worship use of Johnson Park Shelter for September 21, 2023
• Approved Pentecostal Church of God use of John C. Fremont Park Shelter for October 13-14, 2023

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team will review the LB840 fund balance, receive the quarterly report, and hear updates from the plan administrator on the LB840 sales tax program. The agenda is routine oversight of economic development funds, with no major decisions listed.

• Review of LB840 fund balance showing $2,263,610.78 in uncommitted funds as of 6/30/2023
• Quarterly report on LB840 economic development projects
• Plan administrator updates on LB840 sales tax
• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2023 meeting

The Local Option Review Team approved the minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting. Members received a fund balance overview, a quarterly report, and updates on the LB840 sales tax, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee will meet to review the LB840 fund balance, receive a quarterly report, and hear updates from the plan administrator. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Review of LB840 fund balance (estimated $2,263,610.78 in assets as of June 30, 2023)
• Receive quarterly report on economic development projects
• Plan administrator updates on LB840 sales tax

The committee approved the minutes from the May 30, 2023 meeting and formally received the quarterly report. Members also reviewed the fund balance and received an update on LB840 sales tax.

• Approved May 30, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received quarterly report (4-0)

City Council

The City Council authorized a contract with RDG Planning and Design for an Affordable Housing Action Plan. Other actions included appointing new emergency personnel and approving several infrastructure and airport-related resolutions.

• Approved Resolution 2023-185 for Affordable Housing Action Plan contract (8-0)
• Confirmed Tyler Mutlu and Nathan Hubbard as Firefighter/EMTs (8-0)
• Appointed Spencer Wilson to Utility and Infrastructure Board (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-182 for Olsson consulting services at Fremont Municipal Airport (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-183 for 2023-2024 insurance renewal with LARM (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-177 to award EPC Contractor for U8 Submerged Ash Conveyor System (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-178 for Siemens Energy power circuit breakers (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-179 for Blushore LLC and Ortiz's Bar LLC use of Kavich Parking Structure (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several purchases and a code change, including a change order for 72.5kV power circuit breakers, new 15kV switchgear for Shelter Aisle, and opacity monitoring equipment for the Lon D. Wright Plant. They will also discuss adding a Natural Gas chapter to Municipal Code Chapter 3. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and accounts payable totaling $2,773,800.87.

• Change order for 72.5kV Power Circuit Breakers contract
• Purchase of Shelter Aisle 15kV Switchgear
• Purchase of Durag Opacity Monitoring Equipment for Lon D. Wright Plant
• Municipal Code Chapter 3 addition for Natural Gas
• Accounts payable approval totaling $2,773,800.87

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended several equipment purchases and a municipal code change for City Council approval. These include power circuit breakers, switchgear, and monitoring equipment. The board also recommended an ordinance to add a Natural Gas System article to the municipal code.

• Recommended City Council approve $143,805.86 change order for 72.5kV power circuit breakers with Siemens Energy (3-0)
• Recommended City Council award $1,048,369.95 contract for shelter aisle 15kV switchgear to Siemens Industry Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended City Council authorize $84,359.00 purchase of durag opacity monitoring equipment for Lon D Wright Power Plant (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Ordinance 5650 adding Natural Gas System to Chapter 3 and removing SEC. 10-903 (3-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through July 25, 2023 (3-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee will discuss and vote on several airport items, including whether to spend airport funds on an air conditioning repair at the old terminal (leased by the Civil Air Patrol) despite the lease making the tenant responsible. They will also consider a security camera installation, a master consulting agreement with Olsson, and two work orders for signage and a CIP data sheet. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and updates on terminal warranty and runway rehab projects.

• Old terminal AC repair/replacement: $10,000-$14,000 from airport funds
• Prime Secured security camera for apron: $3,275.46
• Master Agreement for Professional Services with Olsson (no immediate cost)
• Olsson Work Order No. 1 for FBO and apron signage: $2,000
• Olsson Work Order No. 2 for FAA CIP Data Sheet: $800

The committee approved a proposal for a security camera on the apron and three agreements with Olsson. It also decided to split the cost of an air conditioning unit replacement with the Civil Air Patrol.

• Approved June 16th, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved splitting the cost of the old terminal AC replacement 50/50 between the City and Civil Air Patrol
• Approved Prime Secured proposal for security camera on the apron
• Approved Master Agreement for Professional Services with Olsson
• Approved Work Order No. 1 for FBO and Apron Signage Plan with Olsson
• Approved Work Order No. 2 for CIP Data Sheet with Olsson

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on green space maintenance, joint advertising with the CVB, and future projects. The board will also receive committee reports and a MainStreet report. The agenda includes a financial statement showing YTD 2023 revenues of $43,501.40 and expenditures of $30,895.33.

• Discussion and possible action on green space maintenance
• Discussion and possible action on joint advertising with the CVB
• Discussion and possible action on Future Projects
• Financial report: YTD 2023 revenues $43,501.40, expenditures $30,895.33
• MainStreet Report by Lainey Paquette

The board approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. Discussions were held regarding parking lot maintenance, joint advertising, and budget renewal, but no actions were taken on these items.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will consider a request by Robert Fields for a Planned Unit Development, preliminary plat, and final plat for a 60-unit attached single-family residential development west of South Howard at Donna Street. The commission will also review the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. Two items regarding the Fremont Mall redevelopment plan and a landscaping waiver are continued to the August 21, 2023 meeting.

• Planned Unit Development for 60 attached single-family units on 8.44 acres west of South Howard at Donna Street
• Preliminary Plat for 60 residential lots and one outlot at the same location
• Final Plat for four lots at the northwest corner of S. Howard and Donna Streets
• Review of Capital Improvement Plan for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 fiscal years
• Continued: Fremont Mall redevelopment plan amendment and landscaping waiver (23rd & Bell Street area)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will review a third draft of policy updates covering collection development, displays, and the digital projector, and will discuss a proposal to let parents opt in to which collections their children can check out. The board will also consider recertifying the library's 2021-2022 annual report and hear reports from the director, Friends of the Library, and finance.

• Third draft of policies for Digital Projector, Display, and Collection Development/Selection
• Proposal to explore opt-in policy for parents/guardians on child checkout collections
• Recertification of Keene Memorial Library 2021-2022 Annual Report
• Library Director's Report including expansion project update
• Finance report on June 2023 library expenditures

The Board approved a proposal to explore policy and procedural changes that would allow parents or guardians to opt-in to specific collections their children can check out. The Board also recertified the 2021-2022 Annual Report.

• Approved proposal to explore policy changes for parent opt-in collection access (5-0)
• Approved recertification of Keene Memorial Library 2021-2022 Annual Report (5-0)
• Approved June 19, 2023 board minutes (4-0)
• Adopted July 17, 2023 meeting agenda (4-0)

Housing Rehabilitation Board

The Fremont Housing Rehabilitation Board will hold a brief meeting to approve minutes from 2019, receive an update on the Rental Rehabilitation Program, and discuss future meeting days and times. The agenda contains no major decisions or public hearings.

• Update on Rental Rehabilitation Program
• Discussion of Meeting Days/Times
• Approve minutes of August 20, 2019 meeting

The Board approved the minutes from a 2019 meeting and formally received Program Guidelines documents for the Rental Rehabilitation Program. Members discussed future meeting schedules, but no action was taken on that topic.

• Approved August 20, 2019 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved receipt of Rental Rehabilitation Program Guidelines documents (4-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will consider routine consent items including $6.4 million in claims, a police officer appointment, and several liquor license recommendations. They will also hold a second reading of a truck route ordinance and vote on resolutions for new sidewalks, stop signs, and a pedestrian crossing. An executive session is scheduled for pending litigation.

• Approve $6,413,130.48 in claims for June 28-July 11, 2023
• Confirm Gabriel Steele as Police Officer
• Second reading of Ordinance 5649 amending truck routes
• Resolution 2023-174 to construct sidewalks on north side of Jack Sutton Drive
• Resolution 2023-176 to place stop signs on Ridge Road from 9th to 12th Street

The City Council approved Ordinance 5649 to amend truck routes and authorized several public works projects, including new sidewalks and stop signs. The council also confirmed a new police officer appointment and approved various liquor license recommendations.

• Passed Ordinance 5649 amending truck routes (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Gabriel Steele as Police Officer (6-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved Resolution 2023-176 to place stop signs on Ridge Road from 9th to 12th Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-174 to construct sidewalks on north side of Jack Sutton Drive (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-173 for final acceptance of 2022 Clarkson Street Asphalt Overlay Project (7-0)
• Approved Special Designated License for parish fundraiser at 545 E. 4th St. (6-0, 1 abstaining)
• Tabled Resolution 2023-158 regarding pedestrian crossing at Jack Sutton Dr. and Sunridge Dr. (7-0)
• Continued Resolution 2023-175 regarding truck route modifications until municipal code is amended (7-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will review final costs for emergency repairs to the Lon D. Wright Power Plant, consider final acceptance of the Clarkson Street asphalt overlay, and vote on an amendment to the HDR Engineering agreement for ELG services. They will also discuss removing a truck route on Broad Street, sidewalks along Jack Sutton Drive, and a change order for substation transformers. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items like minutes and accounts payable.

• Final costs for emergency repairs to rail support structural steel at Lon D. Wright Power Plant
• Final acceptance of Clarkson Street Asphalt Overlay Project
• Amendment to HDR Engineering agreement for Effluent Limitations Guideline (ELG) services
• Removal of truck route on Broad from Military to 23rd
• Change order for purchase of substation transformers

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended several projects for City Council approval, including a major transformer purchase and sidewalk construction. The board also accepted final costs for emergency power plant repairs and proposed removing a specific truck route.

• Approved June 27, 2023 minutes and accounts payable (3-0)
• Received final costs for emergency repairs to Lon D. Wright Power Plant fuel handling equipment (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve final acceptance of Clarkson Street Asphalt Overlay Project (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $81,650 agreement amendment with HDR Engineering for ELG Rule work (3-0)
• Recommended City Council remove truck route on Broad from Military to 23rd after viaduct opens (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve sidewalk construction along Jack Sutton Drive (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $1,350,412.76 change order for substation transformers with Virginia Transformer Corp. (3-0)

Appeals Commission

The Fremont Dangerous Animal Appeal Commission will vote on the appeal of Holly English regarding a dangerous animal determination, and will discuss and consider its bylaws. The meeting is open to the public.

• Appeal of Holly English (city and appellant presentations, then vote)
• Discussion and consideration of commission bylaws
• Approval of minutes from last meeting

The Dangerous Animal Appeal Commission voted to affirm the potentially dangerous designation of an animal following an appeal by Holly English. The commission also approved its own bylaws and the minutes from the May 31, 2023, meeting.

• Upheld potentially dangerous designation for animal in Holly English appeal (4-0)
• Approved proposed Appeals Commission Bylaws (4-0)
• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Safety Answering Point

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governance Board will consider approving the ORION Interlocal Agreement, which would make FDCC a party to a shared land mobile radio system with OPPD and several Nebraska and Iowa counties. The board will also vote on reallocating capital funds and approve minutes from the April 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approve ORION Interlocal Agreement to join regional radio system with OPPD, Douglas, Washington, Sarpy, and Pottawattamie counties
• Request to reallocate Capital Funds
• Approve minutes of April 28, 2023 meeting

The Board approved an Interlocal Agreement to make Fremont/Dodge County a full voting member of the ORION regional public radio system. The agreement will now be presented to the Fremont City Council and the Dodge County Board of Supervisors for signatures.

• Approved minutes of the April 28, 2023 meeting (7-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with ORION (7-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, consent agenda items, and new business. The most consequential item is a consideration of a hearing for the removal from office of Council Member Mark Jensen following written charges of misconduct. The council will also consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a second reading of a voluntary annexation and a street improvement paving district.

• Consideration of hearing for removal of Council Member Mark Jensen (Resolution 2023-164)
• Second Reading of Ordinance 5647 for Morningside Pointe Second Addition voluntary annexation
• Second Reading of Ordinance 5648 creating Street Improvement Paving District No. PD-553
• Resolution 2023-160 awarding bid for 5 outdoor warning sirens to Federal Signal Corporation
• Resolution 2023-166 awarding contract to Siemens Energy for 72.5kV Power Circuit Breakers

The City Council approved the creation of Street Improvement Paving District No. PD-553 and amended truck routes. The council also authorized several procurement contracts, including new pickup trucks for the Gas Department and power circuit breakers. A motion to set a hearing for the removal of Council Member Mark Jensen failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved Ordinance 5648 creating Street Improvement Paving District No. PD-553 (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5649 amending truck routes from Dodge to First Street (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-162 for Third Amended Interlocal Solid Waste Management Agreement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-160 for purchase and installation of 5 outdoor warning sirens (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-156 for purchase of three half ton pickup trucks for Gas Department (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-166 for purchase of 72.5kV Power Circuit Breakers (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-002 and 2023-163 for 2nd amendment to RD Leasing Redevelopment Agreement (8-0)
• Resolution 2023-164 to set hearing for removal of Council Member Mark Jensen died due to lack of a second

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will hold a regular meeting on June 27, 2023, to consider several infrastructure items, including a new paving district, revisions to the truck route ordinance, and selection of an EPC contractor for EPA compliance at the power plant. They will also review applications for sewer connections, variances, and approve routine claims and minutes.

• Consider Ordinance creating Paving District No. PD-553 for S Howard Street from Donna Street 330 feet north toward Cuming Street
• Consider Revision to Truck Route Ordinance
• Consider Selection of EPC Contractor for LDW Unit 8 equipment to comply with EPA Effluent Limitations Guideline Rule
• Consider Purchase of 2023 Chevrolet 1500 4WD Crew Cab Pickup Trucks
• Consider Application for Variance to Allow Plastic Water Service Pipe

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended several approvals for City Council, including a $145,029 vehicle purchase and the creation of Paving District No. PD-553. The board also recommended changes to the truck route ordinance and the installation of stop signs on Ridge Road.

• Recommended City Council approve purchase of three pickup trucks for $145,029 plus tax (4-0)
• Recommended City Council create Paving District No. PD-553 for S Howard Street (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve revised truck route ordinance (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve outside city sewer connection at 3405 N Yager Road (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Day and Zimmerman as EPC Contractor for ELG Rule (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve additional stop signs on Ridge Road from 9th to 12th Street (4-0)
• Recommended City Council deny Resolution 2023-158 but amend it to add a north side sidewalk (4-0)
• Received resignation of Al Sawtelle effective June 30, 2023 (3-0 with 1 abstention)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and conduct police officer interviews, which may go into executive session. The meeting is open to the public.

• Police officer interviews (may go into executive session)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three related requests by NEBCO, Inc. for the proposed Hills Farm Lake subdivision: a Comprehensive Plan amendment, a change of zone, and a preliminary plat for 147 residential lots. Staff recommends conditional approval of all three items, subject to conditions including drainage and levee approvals.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Rural Residential/Agricultural to Lake and River Residential
• Change of Zone from GI, General Industrial to R, Rural
• Preliminary Plat for 147-lot residential lake subdivision
• Waivers requested for private streets, street lighting, block length, single access, cul-de-sac length, and sidewalks
• Development located in floodplain and wellhead protection area

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly take action on a speaker system, green space maintenance, joint advertising with the CVB, and funding advertising for a town hall meeting. The board will also hear committee reports and a MainStreet report. The agenda includes a financial statement showing $42,783.62 in revenues and $27,245.52 in expenditures year-to-date 2023.

• Discussion and possible action on speaker system
• Discussion and possible action on green space maintenance
• Discussion and possible action on joint advertising with the CVB
• Discussion and possible action on approving funding advertising for town hall meeting
• Financial report showing $42,783.62 in revenues and $27,245.52 in expenditures YTD 2023

The Board approved spending for advertising in the World Herald and for a city town hall meeting regarding facade grants. Members also voted to begin pricing new Christmas decorations for the 2024 holiday season.

• Approved May 16, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Approved spending up to $1,500.00 for advertising in the World Herald with CVB (7-0)
• Approved spending up to $1,000 to advertise a City town hall meeting on facade grants (7-0)
• Approved investigating pricing for new Christmas decorations for Holiday 2024 (7-0)

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will review the second draft of policies covering collection development and displays, including a proposed removal of the digital projector section. The board will also hear reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and review May 2023 expenditures. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and review.

• Second draft of Collection Development and Display policies, including removal of digital projector section
• Library Director's report with expansion project update
• Finance report for May 2023 expenditures
• Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from May 15, 2023. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adopted June 19, 2023 agenda (3-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023 board minutes (3-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 19, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on terminal warranty work and a pending FAA grant for runway rehabilitation. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved May 19th, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and conduct interviews for firefighter/EMT positions, which may go into executive session. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Firefighter/EMT interviews (may go into executive session)
• Approval of March 16, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council adopted an Emergency Action Plan for Flood Response and established a new Port Authority zoning district. Several zoning changes and land annexations were approved, along with contracts for city infrastructure and equipment.

• Approved Resolution 2023-148 adopting the Emergency Action Plan for Flood Response (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5642 establishing a Port Authority zoning district (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 5643 changing zone from Rural to Port Authority (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 5640 changing zone from Suburban Commercial to General Commercial (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5646 regarding transit staff government salary (7-0)
• Awarded bid to Bizco, Inc. for Council Chamber Audio Video Solution (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-136 accepting ADM donation for Fire Department Equipment (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-149 for curb painting and No Parking signs on Ohio Street and Palmer Drive (7-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Board recommended two contracts for City Council approval regarding power equipment and technical services. The Board also formally received the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022.

• Recommended City Council award contract to Siemens Energy for 72.5kV power circuit breakers for $143,805.86 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council authorize 3-year Technical Support Service Agreement with IDS for LDW Power Plant Control Systems for $33,300 (5-0)
• Approved May 30, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through June 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Received audited financial statements for FYE September 30, 2022 (5-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will vote on two event requests: National Night Out on August 1st at JCF Park and the Mike Baker Kids Fishing Day on June 17th at Johnson Lake. The board will also hear recreation and director reports covering summer programs, auditorium updates, parks/forestry, transportation, and the Capital Improvement Plan. Old business includes discussion of the Johnson Fountain.

• Request by Diane Brown for National Night Out on August 1st, 6-7:30pm at JCF Park
• Request by Debbie Baker for use of Johnson Lake, trial, grounds and shelter for Mike Baker Kids Fishing Day on June 17th
• Recreation Report on Summer Recreation program
• Director Report with updates on Auditorium, Parks/Forestry, Transportation, and Capital Improvement Plan
• Old Business: Johnson Fountain discussion

Appeals Commission

The Dangerous Animal Appeal Commission will hear appeals from Darci Blakely and Katie Schulz regarding dangerous animal designations. The commission will vote on each appeal after hearing from the city and the appellant. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Appeal of Darci Blakely
• Appeal of Katie Schulz
• Approve minutes from May 18, 2023 meeting

The Commission heard appeals from Darci Blakely and Katie Schulz regarding animal designations. In both cases, the Commission voted to deny the dangerous designation while unanimously upholding the potentially dangerous designation.

• Approved correction to 05/18/2023 minutes to use terminology 'Affirm, modify, or deny' (3-0)
• Denied dangerous designation for animal in Darci Blakely appeal (2-1)
• Affirmed potentially dangerous designation for animal in Darci Blakely appeal (unanimous)
• Denied dangerous designation for animal in Katie Schulz appeal (2-1)
• Affirmed potentially dangerous designation for animal in Katie Schulz appeal (unanimous)

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee will review the fund balance of LB840 sales tax funds and consider an incentive award for the film 'I Am a Man.' The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and updates from the plan administrator on economic development projects and a contract from Legal.

• Review of LB840 fund balance showing $2,068,266.18 in assets and $2,199,391.45 in committed funds
• Consideration of 'I Am a Man' film incentive award of up to $265,692
• Plan administrator updates on economic development project report and contract overview from Legal
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023 meeting

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee voted to decommit LB840 funds for the 'I Am a Man' film incentive award due to failure to perform. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Decommitted LB840 funds for 'I Am a Man' film incentive award for failure to perform (3-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council and Community Development Agency will hold public hearings and second readings on several zoning changes, including a new Port Authority district, and will consider resolutions on a liquor license, a drive-thru restaurant conditional use permit, and a rural public transportation grant application. The council will also review a fire station feasibility study, award contracts for a modular office facility and runway reconstruction, and address emergency spending for sewer repairs.

• Second reading of Ordinance 5640: Change of Zone from SC to GC for SCM 10X Fremont 23A (Lot 1 and west half of Lot 2, Diers 6th Addition)
• Second reading of Ordinance 5642: Establish Port Authority zoning district in Unified Development Code
• Resolution 2023-120: Class DK Liquor License for Villasenor, LLC at 305 E Military Ave
• Resolution 2023-131: Award bid to Paulsen Inc. for Reconstruction of Runway 14/32 project
• Resolution 2023-132: Affirm emergency declaration for Sanitary Sewer Main Replacement on Lincoln Ave (16th St. to 23rd St.)

The City Council approved a zoning change to General Commercial for Ordinance 5641 and passed an ordinance amending spending limits. The Council also authorized contracts for airport runway reconstruction, animal sheltering services, and a modular office facility.

• Approved Ordinance 5641 changing zone from Suburban Commercial to General Commercial (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5644 amending Municipal Code regarding spending limits (7-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-131 awarding Runway 14/32 reconstruction bid to Paulsen Inc. (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-129 for animal sheltering services contract with Furever Home, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-128 for modular office facility purchase from Eagle Creek Modular Solutions, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-121 for drive-thru restaurant conditional use permit at E 23rd Ave N and Deer Lane (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-120 for Class DK Liquor License for Villasenor, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-001 authorizing TIF note for Fremont Enterprises, LLC (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will hold a regular meeting to consider a declaration for sanitary sewer replacement, appoint a board chair, and receive updates on the Military Avenue project and a public notice for voluntary water conservation. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and accounts payable through May 30, 2023.

• Consider Declaration for Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Consider Utility and Infrastructure Board Chair
• General Manager Updates: Military Avenue Update and Public Notice for Voluntary Water Conservation
• Approve Minutes of May 9, 2023
• Consider Accounts Payable through May 30, 2023 (total claims $3,868,427.53)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended that the City Council affirm an emergency declaration for sewer replacement expenses. The board also appointed a new chair and approved previous minutes and accounts payable.

• Recommended City Council affirm Emergency Declaration for $285,825 in sanitary sewer replacement expenses (4-0)
• Appointed Wiese as Utility and Infrastructure Board Chair (4-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through May 30, 2023 (4-0)

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team will meet to approve prior minutes, review the LB840 fund balance, discuss the I Am a Man film incentive award, and receive updates from the Plan Administrator on economic development projects, legal contracts, My Central Supply, and LB840 sales tax. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions listed beyond approvals and reviews.

• Review of LB840 fund balance showing $2,068,266.18 in assets and $2,199,391.45 in committed funds, leaving an uncommitted deficit of $131,125.27
• Discussion of I Am a Man film incentive award (30% rebate up to $265,692)
• Plan Administrator updates on economic development project report, contract overview from Legal, My Central Supply, and LB840 sales tax
• Approval of minutes from March 30, 2023 meeting

The Local Option Review Team met to review fund balances and project updates. The team voted to decommit funds for the I Am a Man film incentive due to a lack of performance.

• Approved March 30, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Decommitted funds for I Am a Man film incentive award due to lack of performance (5-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on terminal warranty work, the runway rehabilitation project, hangar lease renewal, and maintenance items. The main action is a recommendation to City Council to award the Reconstruct Runway 14/32 contract to low bidder Paulsen, Inc. for $4,166,903.50, pending FAA grant approval.

• Recommend awarding Reconstruct Runway 14/32 contract to Paulsen, Inc. for $4,166,903.50 (low bid, 14.8% below engineer's estimate)
• City's 10% local share estimated at roughly $420,000 for construction
• Eight bids received for runway project; engineer's estimate was $4,889,593.00
• Update on terminal warranty work and hangar lease renewal
• Discussion of maintenance items: apron lighting, lawn/sprinklers, hangar walk-thru

The Airport Advisory Committee approved a runway construction bid from Paulsen and recommended lease updates to the City Council. The committee also discussed potential taxiway repairs and hangar lease terms.

• Approved Paulsen bid for Runway Rehab Project (6-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for hangar lease updates (6-0)
• Approved April 21st, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Appeals Commission

The Dangerous Animal Appeal Commission appointed its Secretary and Chairman. The Commission voted to deny the continued status of David Lickteig's animal as potentially dangerous.

• Appointed Bang as Secretary (4-0)
• Appointed Yerger as Chairman (4-0)
• Denied potentially dangerous animal designation for David Lickteig (3-1)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will consider a speaker system, bids for parking lot green space maintenance, and a City Council study session. The board will also discuss the Creative District and future projects. The agenda includes committee reports and a MainStreet report.

• Discussion and possible action on speaker system
• Discussion and possible action on bid for parking lot green space maintenance
• Discussion and possible action on City Council study session on May 9, 2023
• Discuss the Creative District
• Financial report shows fund balance of $75,841.37 as of April 30, 2023

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board approved payments for a speaker system and potential green space maintenance. The board also reviewed the summer events schedule and discussed Christmas wreath themes.

• Approved April 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved $350.00 payment to Audio Video for speaker system installation (6-0)
• Approved payment up to $1,500.00 to Purple Ribbon Lawn care for green space maintenance (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will consider two related requests from Fremont Area Land Company: approval of the final plat for Morningside Pointe Second Addition, a 28-lot residential subdivision, and voluntary annexation of the property into the city. Staff recommends approval of both, with the plat conditioned on annexation and a subdivision agreement.

• Final plat for Morningside Pointe Second Addition: 28 residential lots south of Morningside Road, east of S. Luther Avenue and Katie Avenue
• Voluntary annexation of the Morningside Pointe Second Addition property
• Staff recommends approval of the plat conditioned on annexation and subdivision agreement
• Staff recommends approval of annexation contingent on final plat approval

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will review updated draft policies for displays and collection development/selection, and hear a staff report on the process for ordering library materials. The board will also receive reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and finance expenditures for April 2023. The agenda includes routine items like approving the April minutes and adopting the current agenda.

• Review of updated DRAFT Display Policy and Collection Development/Selection Policy
• Staff report on process for ordering library materials
• Library Director's Report including expansion project update
• Finance-Library Expenditures Reports for April 2023
• Approval of April 17, 2023 minutes

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 17, 2023. Members reviewed a staff report on ordering materials and draft policies for Display and Collection Development/Selection, but took no action on these items. The Board voted to receive a document presented by community member Scott Preston.

• Adopted May 15, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Received document from Scott Preston for the record (5-0)

Ridge Cemetery Association

The Ridge Cemetery Association Board will hold its regular meeting, including the election of officers, reports from the secretary, treasurer, sexton, and parks and recreation, and a tour of the cemetery. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major policy or financial decisions listed.

• Election of officers
• Treasurer's report by Kim Beam
• Sexton report by Jeff Hively
• Parks and Recreation report by Connie Giese
• Tour of Ridge Cemetery

The board approved the secretary and treasurer reports and elected four officers. The board also received updates on the cemetery house project and staffing.

• Approved Secretary Report (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (5-0)
• Elected Manhart as President, Sawtelle as Vice-President, Beam as Treasure, and Hansen as Secretary (5-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss downtown revitalization with Business Improvement District #1, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes consent items, appointments, and several ordinances, including rezoning properties to General Commercial and creating a Port Authority zoning district. The Council will also vote on the Master Fee Schedule, spending limits, and a resolution to terminate a contract with Kobach Law, LLC. A citizen's appeal regarding the Library Board's decision on the book "This Book is Gay" will be heard.

• Ordinance 5640: Rezone Lot 1 and west half of Lot 2, Diers 6th Addition from SC to GC
• Ordinance 5642: Establish Port Authority zoning district in Unified Development Code
• Resolution 2023-104: Approve Master Fee Schedule for City and Utilities
• Resolution 2023-115: Terminate contract with Kobach Law, LLC
• Resolution 2023-117: Rescind and replace Library Board's decision on 'This Book is Gay'

The City Council voted to end its professional services contract with Kobach Law, LLC. The council also approved a new master fee schedule and several mayoral appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Terminated professional services contract with Kobach Law, LLC (5-3)
• Approved Master Fee Schedule for the City and Department of Utilities (8-0)
• Denied Resolution 2023-117 regarding Library Book 'This Book is Gay' (3-5)
• Approved appointment of Jody Sanders as City Treasurer (7-1)
• Approved appointments to Planning Commission, Housing Agency Board, and Dangerous Animal Appeal Commission
• Introduced first readings for zoning changes (Ordinances 5640, 5641, and 5642)
• Approved spending limits for City of Fremont and Department of Utilities (8-0)
• Approved water connection variance for 3405 N Yager Road (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended that City Council approve a contract for a modular office facility and a software license renewal. The Board also recommended approval of a water connection application and variance for a property on N Yager Road.

• Approved April 25, 2023 minutes and accounts payable (5-0)
• Received March 2023 Collection Activity Report (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $298,280.58 contract for modular office facility to Eagle Creek Modular Solutions Inc. (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Resolution 2023-114 for $16,912.08 Itron Software License renewal (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve water connection and variance for 3405 N Yager Road with $2,500 connection fee and $40 application fee (5-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will consider three requests for use of city property and street closures: John C. Fremont Days Inc. for July 13–16 at multiple parks; MainStreet of Fremont for several events including Concerts in the Park, Crazy Days, Hispanic Festival, Halloween Hysteria, and Christmas Walk; and Fremont Church for a Movie in the Park on June 16. The board will also receive a recreation report and a director’s report covering the auditorium, parks/forestry, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• John C. Fremont Days Inc. requests use of JCF park, Christensen Field, Clemmons Park, Barnard Park, and Splash station July 13–16
• MainStreet of Fremont requests street closures for Crazy Days (July 22), Hispanic Festival (Aug 25–26), Halloween Hysteria (Oct 19), and Christmas Walk (Nov 25)
• Fremont Church requests Movie in the Park at John C. Fremont Park on June 16
• Recreation report includes summer recreation update
• Director report includes auditorium, parks/forestry, and Capital Improvement Plan updates

Public Safety Answering Point

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governance Board will consider and take action on an adjustment to the GeoComm mapping contract, reducing its total value from $88,975 to $72,830 by removing a single sign-on subscription. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• GeoComm contract adjustment: total reduced from $88,975 to $72,830, with revised payment schedule through 2027
• Approval of March 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Open Meeting Act and roll call

The Board approved an addendum to the GeoComm mapping contract to remove support costs for a single sign-in feature that cannot be provided. The adjustment includes a prorated refund for the first year of support.

• Approved minutes of the March 21, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Addendum 1 to the GeoComm mapping contract to remove single sign-in functionality support costs (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a Class C liquor license for Semo Pasta & Wine and a professional services agreement for runway rehabilitation at the municipal airport. The council also accepted ARPA funding for an ambulance purchase and approved several board appointments. A proposed master fee schedule was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved Class C Liquor License for Peurh, LLC dba Semo Pasta & Wine (8-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement Amendment for Runway 14/32 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-095 to accept EMS Ambulance ARPA funding from DHHS (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-102 adopting FEMA policy #108-023 for Assistance to Firefighters Grant (8-0)
• Appointed Maggie Hiatt to the Utility and Infrastructure Board (8-0)
• Reappointed Dan Weddle to the Civil Service Commission (8-0)
• Approved retirement of K-9 Apollo to handler Briana Ryan (8-0)
• Continued Master Fee Schedule for the City and Department of Utilities to the next meeting (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider bids for electrical conduit installation, purchase a portable air compressor and an aerial device, and review utility spending limits. They will also hear an update on Northern Natural Gas rate increase. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and accounts payable totaling $2,858,161.34.

• Consider bids for installation of electrical conduits
• Purchase of 2024 Sullair 185CFM portable air compressor
• Purchase of 2027 Altec AT41M articulating telescopic aerial device with material handling
• Review City of Fremont Department of Utilities spending limits
• General Manager update on Northern Natural Gas rate increase

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended several purchases and a contract award for City Council approval. The board also recommended revisions to the Department of Utilities spending limits.

• Recommended City Council award electrical conduit installation contract to General Excavating LLC for $334,989.00 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council purchase 2024 Sullair 185CFM Portable Air Compressor from Peerless Energy Systems for $36,851.99 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council purchase 2027 Altec AT41M Articulating Telescopic Aerial Device for $265,344 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve revisions to Department of Utilities spending limits (4-0)
• Approved April 5, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through April 25, 2023 (4-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on terminal warranty work, runway rehabilitation plans, and hangar leases. The main action item is a recommendation to approve a $20,000 contract amendment with Olsson for updated property map work, which would bring the total engineering contract to $641,167. The committee will also discuss maintenance items like a crumbling sidewalk and possible resurfacing.

• Contract amendment with Olsson for $20,000 for Exhibit A property map update
• Runway 14/32 rehabilitation project plans and bidding update
• Hangar lease updating discussion
• Maintenance: east side sidewalk crumbling, yard seeding, east ramp resurfacing
• City list for hangar requirements for building personal hangars

The committee approved a final contract amendment with Olsson for design and construction management. Members received updates on terminal warranty repairs and the upcoming runway rehab bidding process. New hangar lease drafts are being finalized for board approval next month.

• Approved March 17th, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Olsson for design and construction management (6-0)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly act on a bid for parking lot green space maintenance, paying for audio-video equipment moving, and preparation for an April 25 City Council study session. The agenda also includes committee reports and a MainStreet report. The board's fund balance as of March 31, 2023, is $86,632.70.

• Discussion and possible action on bid for parking lot green space maintenance
• Discussion and possible action on paying Audio Video for moving the speaker control console
• Preparation for the City Council study session on April 25, 2023
• Financial report showing fund balance of $86,632.70 as of March 31, 2023
• MainStreet Report by Lainey Paquette

The board did not reach a quorum and therefore could not take action on any agenda items. Members reviewed a comprehensive plan for downtown Fremont intended for presentation to the City Council on April 25, 2023.

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will hold its regular meeting on April 17, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The main item is an appeal of the Library Director's decision to retain the book 'This Book is Gay' in the collection. The board will also receive reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and finance, including monthly statistics and expenditure reports.

• Appeal of Library Director's decision to retain 'This Book is Gay'
• Library Director's Report: Month in Review, statistics Oct 2022-Mar 2023, expansion project update
• Finance: Library Expenditures Report for March 2023
• Approval of March 20, 2023 minutes

The board addressed an appeal regarding the Library Director's decision to retain the book 'This Book is Gay' in the collection. The board voted to move the title to the adult non-fiction section. Other reports were presented with no action taken.

• Approved moving 'This Book is Gay' to the adult non-fiction section (5-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 board minutes (5-0)
• Adopted April 17, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board voted to recommend City Council approve a $99,572.31 contract with Sessions and Sons for a natural gas hot tap at TBS 1A, and to authorize the Utility General Manager to sign a Throughput Service Agreement with Northern Natural Gas for additional capacity at about $250,000/year. The board also accepted Jennifer Greunke's resignation and received an update on the Lon D. Wright Power Plant.

• Recommended contract with Sessions and Sons for natural gas hot tap at TBS 1A, $99,572.31
• Recommended Throughput Service Agreement with Northern Natural Gas for additional capacity, ~$250,000/year
• Accepted resignation of board member Jennifer Greunke
• Received update on Lon D. Wright Power Plant

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended two contracts for City Council authorization regarding natural gas infrastructure. The board also accepted the resignation of member Jennifer Greunke.

• Recommended City Council authorize $99,572.31 contract with Sessions and Sons for natural gas hot tap installation at TBS 1A (4-0)
• Recommended City Council authorize Throughput Service Agreement with Northern Natural Gas for additional capacity at approximately $250,000/year (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Jennifer Greunke (4-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through April 11, 2023 (4-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing on Business Improvement District #1 assessments and exemption requests, then consider a new liquor license for Five.0.Five Brewing Company, approve routine consent items, and act on several resolutions including a fire district mutual finance agreement and a natural gas pipeline capacity agreement.

• Public hearing on BID #1 assessments and exemptions
• Resolution 2023-079: Class C liquor license for Five.0.Five Brewing Company at 349 N. Main Street
• Resolution 2023-091: levying assessments for BID #1
• Resolution 2023-092: 3-year interlocal agreement for Dodge County Fire Protection Mutual Finance Organization
• Resolution 2023-093: Throughput Service Agreement with Northern Natural Gas for additional pipeline capacity

The City Council approved a Class C liquor license for Five.0.Five Brewing Company and authorized several utility and equipment contracts. The Board of Equalization approved exemption requests for Business Improvement District #1.

• Approved Class C Liquor License for Gesell Enterprises, LLC dba Five.0.Five Brewing Company (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-080 for solar lighting at Johnson Park (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-081 for boiler tube installation with Fusion Boiler Works (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-085 and 2023-090 for 4WD trucks from Cornhusker International Trucks Inc. (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-086 for street and parking closures for Fremont's Spring Fling (7-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved Resolution 2023-091 levying assessments for Business Improvement District #1 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-092 for Dodge County Fire Protection Mutual Finance Organization agreement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-093 for Northern Natural Gas pipeline capacity agreement (8-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will consider a fee waiver request for an American Cancer Society fundraiser, a request to use J.C.F. Park for an after-school program, and discuss the master schedule for fees and charges. The board will also receive reports on recreation, the auditorium, parks/forestry, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Fee waiver/reduction request by Kris Dooley for American Cancer Society fundraiser
• Request by Leah Haldik for J.C.F. Park use for Fremont After School Program on May 2-3, 2023
• Discussion on Master Schedule for Fees and Charges
• Recreation report by Schwanke
• Director's report by Hansen on auditorium, parks/forestry, and Capital Improvement Plan

The board approved a master schedule for fee and charge adjustments. It also granted a fee reduction for an American Cancer Society fundraiser and approved the use of JCF Park for the Fremont After School Program.

• Approved fee reduction for J.C.F. Days Committee fundraiser (Motion carried)
• Approved usage of JCF Park for Fremont After School Program on May 2nd and 3rd (Motion carried)
• Approved master schedule for fees and charges adjustments (Motion carried)

Local Option Review Team

The Local Option Review Team will meet to approve minutes from November 29, 2022, review the fund balance of the LB840 economic development fund, and receive a quarterly update. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of LB840 fund balance: assets of $1,948,524.49, with $2,199,391.45 in known committed funds and uncommitted funds of -$315,085.65
• Quarterly update on LB840 projects, including loans and investments to businesses like Costco ($1,000,000), WholeStone Farms ($1,300,000), and Fremont Technology Park infrastructure ($2,882,000)
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2022 meeting

The Local Option Review Team approved the minutes from the November 29, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed the fund balance and quarterly report, but no motions were made regarding those items.

• Approved minutes from November 29, 2022 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing on Business Improvement District #1 assessments and exemption requests, with final action scheduled for April 11, 2023. The regular meeting includes appointments, approval of the 2023 One Year-Six Year Street Improvement Plan, and a consent agenda with routine items. New business covers the Fire Department annual report, an employee handbook change, an IBEW MOU, a solid waste coalition budget discussion, opioid settlement participation, a railroad crossing monitoring contract, and airport runway grant applications.

• Public hearing on BID #1 assessments and exemptions (final action April 11)
• Resolution 2023-050: 2023 One Year-Six Year Street Improvement Plan
• Resolution 2023-072: MOU with IBEW on merit increase after transfer
• Resolution 2023-029: Opioid Recovery Fund participation forms
• Resolutions 2023-074/075: FAA and NDDOT grants for runway 14/32 rehabilitation

The City Council approved the 2023 One Year-Six Year Street Improvement Plan and several airport and railroad projects. The council also confirmed appointments for the Port Authority Board and the City Engineer/Public Works Director.

• Approved 2023 One Year-Six Year Street Improvement Plan (8-0)
• Confirmed Justin Zetterman as City Engineer/Public Works Director (8-0)
• Confirmed Quinlan Ramsey and Austin Raue as Firefighter/EMTs (8-0)
• Approved initial members of the Port Authority Board of Commissioners (6-0-2)
• Approved contract with Texas A&M Transportation Institute for Railroad Crossing Monitoring Project (8-0)
• Authorized application for FAA Airport Improvement Program grant for Runway 14/32 rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-029 to receive share of Nebraska’s Opioid Recovery Fund (8-0)
• Continued Business Improvement District #1 public hearing to April 11, 2023 (8-0)

Citizens Advisory Review Committee

The Citizens Advisory Review Committee will review the fund balance and receive a quarterly update on the LB 840 economic development program. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the November 29, 2022 meeting. The attached fund status shows uncommitted funds of negative $315,085.65 as of February 28, 2023.

• Review of LB 840 fund balance showing $1,884,305.80 total assets and $2,199,391.45 committed funds
• Quarterly update on LB 840 economic development projects
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2022 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the November 29, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed the fund balance and a quarterly report, but no motions were made regarding those items.

• Approved November 29, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for 2023-2028, a service agreement extension for the Lon D. Wright Power Plant, a boiler tube replacement bid, and the purchase of two new trucks. The board will also review the 2023 utility rate comparison and receive updates from the General Manager. The consent agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and accounts payable through March 28, 2023.

• Consider One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for Years 2023 - 2028
• Consider Honeywell Service Agreement Extension for Lon D. Wright Power Plant
• Consider Boiler Tube Replacement Bid from Fusion Boiler Works
• Consider Purchase of 2023 International CV515 4WD Truck and Knapheide Crane Body
• Review and Discuss 2023 Utility Rate Comparison

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended that City Council approve a street improvement plan, a Honeywell service agreement, and several equipment purchases. The Board also approved the 2023 Utility Rate Comparison.

• Recommended City Council approve One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan 2023-2028 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 3-year Honeywell SMX service agreement (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $44,990.00 Fusion Boiler Works bid for boiler tube replacement (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $169,501.00 purchase of 2023 International CV515 4WD truck and Knapheide Crane Body (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $75,783.82 purchase of 2023 International CV515 4WD truck (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Utility Rate Comparison (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through March 28, 2023 (5-0)

Public Safety Answering Point

The Fremont/Dodge County PSAP Governance Board will consider approving a resolution supporting telecommunicator CPR (T-CPR) training for 911 dispatchers, and will review and possibly act on draft budgets for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. The board will also hear reports on wireless 911 funding changes and the status of the radio system. The meeting includes routine items like approving prior minutes.

• Resolution in support of T-CPR (telecommunicator CPR) for 911 dispatchers
• Draft 2023-2024 PSAP budget totaling $1,586,265
• Draft 2024-2025 PSAP budget totaling $1,770,998
• Report on wireless 911 funding changes due to ESINet migration
• Status report on the county radio system

The board approved the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 budgets. Members also approved a request to present a resolution supporting telecommunicator CPR to the Dodge County Board of Supervisors.

• Approved 2023-2024 PSAP Budget (5-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 PSAP Budget (5-0)
• Approved presenting T-CPR support resolution to county board (5-0)
• Approved October 7, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will consider reimbursing the city for putting up flags, discuss sponsorships for 2023, and review the city's 1-year and 6-year Street Improvement Plan. The board will also discuss future projects and a project priority survey. The agenda includes committee reports and a MainStreet report.

• Discussion and possible action on reimbursing the City for putting up flags
• Discussion and possible action on sponsorships for 2023
• Discussion and possible action on the City's 1 year and 6 year Street Improvement Plan
• Discussion and possible action on sending out a projects priority survey to board members
• Financial report shows fund balance of $88,158.65 as of YTD 2023

The Board approved funding for the 2023 sponsorship program and a reimbursement to the City of Fremont for flags and banners. Members discussed future projects and funding methods to present to the City Council in April, but took no action on those items.

• Approved reimbursement to City of Fremont for flags and banners not to exceed $5,000.00 (9-0)
• Approved 2023 sponsorship program applications totaling $12,750.00 (9-0)
• Approved amended February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will review the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for conformity with the Comprehensive Plan. The plan lists road, trail, and signal projects for 2023-2028, with first-year projects totaling $5,541,000. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation: $3,200,000
• Lincoln Avenue Asphalt Overlay: $1,000,000
• 23rd Street Traffic Signal Improvements: $256,000
• Howard Street South Construction: $450,000
• Old 275 and Downing Traffic Signal Improvements: $150,000

Library Board

The Keene Memorial Library Board will discuss new business including the Overdrive Collection Development Policy with parental controls, physical collection statistics, an article on censorship practices, and an update on the Request for Reconsideration policy and form. They will also hear reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and review March 2023 expenditure reports. The meeting follows a February session where the board voted 3-1 to retain the book 'Sex is a Funny Word' in the adult nonfiction section.

• Overdrive Collection Development Policy and parental controls information
• Physical collection's statistics information
• Article excerpt on censorship practices and models
• Request for Reconsideration policy and form information update
• Finance-Library Expenditures Reports for March 2023

The board approved the minutes from the February 20, 2023 meeting. Members also voted to receive a document regarding physical collections statistics. No other actions were taken on new business or reports.

• Adopted March 20, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 20, 2023 board minutes (4-0)
• Received physical collections statistics document (4-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Terminal Project, Runway Rehab Project, Hangar Lease, and airport finances. They will also discuss maintenance items including ramp lights, a decaying walkway, a possible blacktop overlay, and other upkeep tasks. No action items are listed for discussion.

• Update on Terminal Project
• Update on Runway Rehab Project
• Update on Hangar Lease
• Airport Finance update
• Discussion of maintenance: ramp lights, east side walk decay, blacktop overlay on taxiway/ramp, rotating beacon, grass strip, lawn overseeding

The committee approved a motion to delay runway-impacting construction until Spring 2024, with infrastructure re-work starting in Fall 2023. Members also approved the February 17, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved delay of runway-impacting construction until Spring 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled ramp lights until runway rehab is finalized

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and conduct interviews for Firefighter/EMT positions. The commission may enter an executive session during these interviews.

• Firefighter/EMT Interviews

City Council

The City Council passed Ordinance 5639 regarding animal control and approved lease agreements for Memorial Fields, Christensen Fields, and Ronin Baseball Field. The council also authorized a liquor license for Antunez Bar & Grill and approved several infrastructure contracts. A proposed amendment to the library policy regarding the removal of children's books was rejected.

• Approved Ordinance 5639 amending animal control codes (8-0)
• Approved Class C Liquor License for Antunez Bar & Grill (8-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permits for canopy structures at 2500 E. 23rd St. and 2420 E. 23rd St. (8-0)
• Approved lease agreements with Midland University, Nighthawks Incorporation, and Rebels Incorporation (8-0)
• Approved contract with Old Castle Materials Midwest Co. for Lincoln Avenue Asphalt Overlay (8-0)
• Approved additional stop signs along E & W 19th Street from Somers Avenue to Luther Road (8-0)
• Approved Keene Memorial Library Policy Manual (5-3)
• Rejected amendment to move children's books to adult section upon guardian request (2-6)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Fremont Utility and Infrastructure Board will review routine financial claims totaling approximately $4.6 million and approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The primary decision items involve infrastructure maintenance, specifically a bid for the Lincoln Avenue asphalt overlay and the addition of stop signs along East and West 19th Street. The board will also consider replacing customer service drive-thru equipment and receive an update on the wastewater treatment upgrade.

• Consider bid from Old Castle Materials Midwest Co. for Lincoln Avenue Asphalt Overlay
• Consider additional stop signs for Northbound/Southbound traffic at intersections along East & West 19th Street from Somers Avenue to Luther Road
• Consider replacement of Customer Service Department Drive-Thru Equipment
• General Manager update on Wastewater Treatment Upgrade
• Approve Accounts Payable through March 14, 2023 (total claims listed as $4,593,133.71)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended three items for City Council approval, including a major asphalt project and new stop signs. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and accounts payable.

• Recommended City Council approve $943,336.00 bid from Old Castle Materials Midwest Co. for Lincoln asphalt overlay (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve installation of additional stop signs along E & W 19th Street from Somers Avenue to Luther Road (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $35,505.19 for Customer Service Department drive-thru equipment replacement (4-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through March 14, 2023 (4-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will consider a request from the J.C.F Days Committee to allow alcohol consumption at Christensen Field on July 14-15 for an outdoor arena rodeo. The board will also receive reports on recreation, parks, forestry, auditorium updates, lease agreements, and the Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting is a regular monthly session with no other public hearings or major decisions listed.

• Request by J.C.F Days Committee for alcohol permit at Christensen Field, July 14-15
• Recreation report by Schwanke
• Director's report by Hansen: auditorium update, parks/forestry update, lease agreements, Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of February 6, 2022 minutes

The Board approved a request for the J.C.F. Days Committee to consume alcohol at Christensen Field on July 14 and 15, 2023, provided proper licensing and security are in place. Staff provided updates on the auditorium project, park maintenance, and upcoming lease agreements for city council review.

• Approved alcohol consumption at Christensen Field for J.C.F. Days Committee July 14-15, 2023
• Suspended the reading of February 6th, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a Board of Equalization meeting to levy a $908.56 lien for weed removal, then a regular meeting covering appointments, consent agenda, and new business. Key actions include final approval of an annexation, awarding a pavement rehabilitation contract, and several infrastructure and service agreements.

• Resolution 2023-033: special assessment of $908.56 against 249 W. Washington for weed/debris removal
• Ordinance 5638: final reading to annex property at Elkhorn Drive and Deer Crossing
• Resolution 2023-042: award 2023 Pavement Rehab project to J&F Concrete Partners, LLC
• Resolution 2023-040: authorize police cruiser upfitting with Jones Automotive
• Resolution 2023-041: purchase 2023 HV507 SFA snow plow/hook truck from Cornhusker International

The City Council approved Ordinance 5638 to annex property at Elkhorn Drive and Deer Crossing. The council also awarded several contracts for pavement, sewer, and airport rehabilitation. A proposed amendment to animal control codes was continued to the March 14 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 5638 to annex property at Elkhorn Drive and Deer Crossing (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-042 awarding 2023 Pavement Rehab project to J&F Concrete Partners, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-047 awarding Sanitary Sewer Repair - 2023 to Penro Construction (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-046 for Runway 14/32 Pavement Rehabilitation at Municipal Airport (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-033 levying $908.56 special tax against 249 W. Washington (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-039 for retail liquor licenses from May 1, 2023 to May 1, 2024 (6-0, 2 abstaining)
• Tabled Ordinance 5639 regarding Animal Control to March 14, 2023 (8-0)
• Consented to appointment of Todd Hansen to the Utility and Infrastructure Board (8-0)

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended City Council approval for multiple engineering contracts, a pavement rehabilitation project, and a new snow plow truck. The board also approved previous minutes and accounts payable.

• Approved February 14, 2023 minutes and accounts payable (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $25,000 Union Pacific Railroad contract for Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation review (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Speece Lewis Engineer contract amendment for Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation not to exceed $165,375.00 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $556,200 Olsson contract amendment for Runway 14/32 Rehabilitation (4-0)
• Recommended City Council award $369,471 Pavement Rehab contract to J&F Concrete Partners, LLC (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $268,260 purchase of a 2023 HV507 SFA snow plow/hook truck from Cornhusker International (4-0)

City Council

Two special meetings were called to order, but neither had a quorum present. The meetings consisted of a follow-up on strategic planning and a presentation on sign and landscape regulations.

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to consider reimbursing the City for flag costs, approve 2023 sponsorships, and discuss future projects and a priority survey. The board will also hear committee reports and a MainStreet update. The agenda includes a financial statement showing a fund balance of $88,165.60 as of January 31, 2023.

• Discussion and possible action on reimbursing the City for putting up flags
• Discussion and possible action on sponsorships for 2023
• Discussion and possible action on future projects and a projects priority survey
• Financial report: fund balance $88,165.60 (YTD 2023)
• Committee reports including financial, project, equalization, multi-cultural, marketing, maintenance, future projects, and design

The Board approved the continuation of the 2023 sponsorship program and increased its budget to $15,000. Members also voted to request a City Council study session on April 25, 2023, to discuss project options and City contributions.

• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement to the City of Fremont for flag installation (6-0)
• Approved continuation of 2023 sponsorship program (6-0)
• Increased sponsorship program budget to $15,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved request for City Council study session on April 25, 2023 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will consider four requests from Sid Dillon auto dealerships on E. 23rd St.: two landscaping waivers and two conditional use permits to erect permanent canopies over car lots. Staff recommends approval for all, with landscaping installed as shown on approved plans. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Landscaping waiver at 2420 E. 23rd St. (Sid Dillon Cadillac & Mazda)
• Landscaping waiver at 2500 E. 23rd St. (Sid Dillon Chevrolet)
• Conditional use permit for permanent canopies at 2420 E. 23rd St.
• Conditional use permit for permanent canopies at 2500 E. 23rd St.
• Application fees: $425 each, plus $75 legal notification fee

Library Board

The Library Board voted to keep the book 'Sex is a Funny Word' in the adult nonfiction section following an appeal of the Library Director's decision. The board also approved the February 20, 2023 agenda and the January 16, 2023 minutes.

• Approved agenda for February 20, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Approved January 16, 2023 board minutes (4-0)
• Approved motion to retain 'Sex is a Funny Word' in the adult nonfiction section (3-1)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee met to receive status updates on the new terminal building, runway rehabilitation, and hangar leases. The agenda contained no action items or maintenance requests, and the meeting was primarily informational.

• Update on Terminal Project
• Update on Runway Rehab Project
• Update on Hangar Leases
• Update on old runway resurfacing
• Update on Directional Signs on Taxiway

The Airport Advisory Committee recommended that the City delay runway-impacting construction until Spring to allow hangar tenants and the FBO to make alternative arrangements. The committee also discussed potential hangar lease increases and the use of runway grading dirt for future hangar pads.

• Approved January 20th, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended to City that runway-impacting construction wait until Spring (7-0)
• Recommended starting non-runway infrastructure work in Fall (7-0)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions for the Diers 8th Addition preliminary and final plats, a zone change, and annexation of property near Luther Rd. and E. 23rd St. They will also vote on a liquor license, several contracts, budget amendments, and a censure motion. The agenda includes routine consent items and a second reading of ordinances.

• Resolution 2023-007/008: Diers 8th Addition preliminary and final plats (6 lots, 2 lots + 4 outlots) at Luther Rd. and E. 23rd St.
• Resolution 2023-024: Class IK liquor license for La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant, 3140 East Elk Lane
• Resolution 2023-026: Natural Gas Asset Management Agreement with BP Canada Energy Marketing Corp
• Resolution 2023-032: Contract award to Virginia Transformer Corp. for substation transformers
• Ordinance 5636: Repealing/replacing Ordinance 5503 amending sanitary sewer rates and charges

The Council approved a zoning change from Rural to Auto Urban Residential and authorized plats and a subdivision agreement for Charles Diers, LLC. Other actions included approving a liquor license for La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant and updating Keene Memorial Library policies.

• Approved Resolution 2023-007 (Preliminary Plat) and 2023-008 (Final Plat) for Diers 8th Addition
• Approved Resolution 2023-024 for La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant Class IK liquor license
• Approved Ordinance 5637 changing zone from Rural to Auto Urban Residential (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-020 for Diers 8 Subdivision Agreement
• Approved Keene Memorial Library Board By-Laws and amended Policy Manual
• Approved Resolution 2023-031 affirming Emergency Declaration for Lon D. Wright Unit 6 repairs
• Approved Resolution 2023-032 awarding substation transformer contract to Virginia Transformer Corp.
• Approved Resolution 2023-030 placing stop signs at 29th Street and Lincoln Road

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider bids for testing and commissioning of protective relays, design services for a substation transformer addition, and sanitary sewer repair, along with a lease for a compact track loader. It will also consider affirming an emergency declaration for repairs to a turbine and generator, a service agreement for emissions inventories, and accepting a resignation. The consent agenda includes approving minutes and accounts payable.

• Bid for testing and commissioning of protective relays to electric power systems
• Bid for design services for Substation G transformer addition
• Lease for Caterpillar compact track loader
• Bids for sanitary sewer repair
• Affirming emergency declaration for repairs to U6 turbine and generator

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended several contracts and leases to the City Council, including sewer repairs and electrical substation design. The Board also recommended affirming an emergency declaration for turbine and generator repairs and accepted one member resignation.

• Recommended $725,072.40 sanitary sewer repair contract to Penro Construction (3-0)
• Recommended $152,000 engineering design contract for substation G transformer to P&E Engineering Co. (3-0)
• Recommended $31,362.00 contract for protective relay testing to Electric Power Systems (3-0)
• Recommended $6,650 one-year lease for a Caterpillar Compact Track Loader from Nebraska Machinery (3-0)
• Recommended affirmation of emergency declaration for U6 Turbine and Generator repairs (3-0)
• Recommended 3-year support agreement with Trinity Consultants for air and toxic emissions inventories at $13,500 per year (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of Tad Dinkins from the Board (3-0)
• Approved January 31, 2023 minutes and accounts payable through February 14, 2023 (3-0)

Ridge Cemetery Association

The board was unable to take formal action on the Secretary's report, Treasurer's report, or adjournment due to a lack of quorum. Members discussed cemetery office design plans and potential by-law amendments regarding member attendance.

Park & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily featuring a discussion on the Johnson Lake Project led by Justin Zetterman. The board will also receive recreation and director reports covering an auditorium update, parks/forestry updates, an open position, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Discussion: Johnson Lake Project
• Recreation report by Schwanke
• Director report by Hansen including auditorium update and Capital Improvement Plan

The board discussed a water run-off project for Johnson Lake and a proposed $918,000 EDA grant for forestry infrastructure. No formal votes were taken on these projects. The board approved suspending the reading of previous meeting minutes.

• Suspended reading of January 9th, 2023 minutes (Approved)
• Suspended reading of November 7th, 2022 minutes (Approved)

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone and annex land for a new elementary school and residential development, along with several other items including conditional use permits for auto sales, a sewer rate ordinance, and multiple contracts and bids. The agenda also includes routine appointments and consent agenda items.

• Ordinance 5637: Rezone Diers 8th Addition from R to AR for school and residential use
• Ordinance 5638: Annex property at Elkhorn Drive and Deer Crossing
• Resolution 2023-009: Conditional use permit for auto sales at 3303 N. Broad St.
• Resolution 2023-010: Conditional use permit for auto sales at 346 S. Broad St.
• Resolution 2023-022: Award bid to M.E. Collins for Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation

The City Council approved conditional use permits for auto sales at 3303 N. Broad Street and 346 S. Broad Street. The council also awarded contracts for the Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation and Administration Building improvements. Additionally, the council consented to several board appointments and a 50-year land lease template.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for auto sales at 3303 N. Broad Street (Resolution 2023-009)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for auto sales at 346 S. Broad Street (Resolution 2023-010)
• Awarded Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation bid to M.E. Collins Contracting Co., LLC (Resolution 2023-022)
• Awarded Administration Building Improvements bid to Gifford Realty Inc. (Resolution 2023-023)
• Approved 50-year land lease agreement template for 1306 N Ridge Road
• Approved purchase of Braun Ambulance for Fire Department (Resolution 2023-014)
• Appointed Tad Dinkins to represent Ward 1
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 5636 regarding Municipal Sanitary System rates

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several items, including a contract with GDS Associates to develop an Integrated Resource Plan, a repeal and replacement of Ordinance No. 5503, approval of the Fremont Municipal Airport Capital Improvement Plan, bids for the Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation, installation of stop signs at Lincoln and 29th, affirmation of an emergency declaration for repairs to the Lon D. Wright Power Plant, a Natural Gas Asset Management Agreement, and purchase of substation transformers. The board will also approve minutes and accounts payable.

• Contract with GDS Associates for Integrated Resource Plan
• Repeal and replacement of Ordinance No. 5503
• Approval of Fremont Municipal Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Bids for Bell Street Viaduct Rehabilitation
• Purchase of substation transformers

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended several high-cost infrastructure projects and equipment purchases to the City Council. These include a viaduct rehabilitation contract and the purchase of substation transformers. The board also recommended the approval of the Municipal Airport Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approved January 10 minutes and accounts payable (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of boiler tubes for $80,528.50 (5-0)
• Recommended repeal and replacement of Ordinance No. 5503 via Ordinance No. 5636 (4-1)
• Recommended $145,250 contract with GDS Associates for Integrated Resource Plan (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Fremont Municipal Airport Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Recommended $2,778,390.40 contract to M.E. Collins Contracting Company, LLC for Bell Street viaduct rehabilitation (5-0)
• Recommended installation of stop signs at Lincoln and 29th (5-0)
• Recommended affirmation of Emergency Declaration for Lon D. Wright Power Plant rail support repairs (5-0)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Fremont Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the terminal project, runway rehabilitation and patching, and directional signage on taxiways. They will also consider action items including the Airport Capital Improvement Plan, which requires a recommendation to the City Council, and the status of vacant and storage hangars. No maintenance items were received for discussion.

• Airport Capital Improvement Plan requires recommendation to Council
• Runway Rehab and Runway Patching updates
• Directional Signs on Taxiway (additional signage plan, $14,800 preliminary cost estimate)
• Vacant Hangar No. 7, FBO Hangar, and Storage Hangar discussion
• Terminal Project update

The committee approved the December 16, 2022 meeting minutes and recommended the Airport Capital Improvement Plan to the Council. Members discussed runway rehabilitation timelines and the process for vacating Hangar No. 7.

• Approved December 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Airport Capital Improvement Plan to Council (all yes except E. Johnson)

Business Improvement District

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to elect officers, hear committee reports, and discuss future projects and a possible project priority survey. The agenda includes a financial report showing a fund balance of $93,064.73 as of year-end 2022, down from $100,550.63 in 2021. The board will also receive a MainStreet report from Melissa Powell.

• Election of officers
• Discussion and possible action on future projects
• Discussion and possible action on a project priority survey
• Financial report showing 2022 fund balance of $93,064.73
• MainStreet report by Melissa Powell

The Board approved its officer positions for 2023 and directed staff to create a non-binding ranked poll regarding future project preferences and costs. No action was taken on the speaker system installation or the BID Sponsorship Program grant plan.

• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved 2023 officers: Coday (Chair), Bixby (Vice Chair), Register (Secretary) (8-0)
• Approved direction for Register and Heineman to create a non-binding ranked poll of member project preferences (8-0)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the 2021-2022 Annual Report and authorized the Board President to sign and notarize it. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 21, 2022.

• Approved 2021-2022 Annual Report (4-0)
• Adopted January 16, 2023 meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved November 21, 2022 board minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Fremont Planning Commission will consider several requests by Charles Diers for the Diers 8th Addition, including preliminary and final plats, a change of zone from Rural to General Commercial and Auto Urban Residential, and annexation of property near Elkhorn Drive and Deer Crossing. The commission will also hear requests by Sam Heineman for a landscaping waiver and a conditional use permit for auto sales at 3303 N. Broad St. The agenda includes election of a chair and vice chair, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Diers 8th Addition preliminary and final plats at southeast corner of Luther Rd. and E. 23rd Street
• Change of zone from R, Rural to GC, General Commercial and AR, Auto Urban Residential for Diers 8th Addition
• Annexation of property near Elkhorn Drive and Deer Crossing
• Special exception to waive landscaping at 3303 N. Broad St.
• Conditional use permit for auto sales on LI, Light Industrial zoned property at 3303 N. Broad St.

City Council

The Fremont City Council is holding a special meeting for a strategic planning discussion on the Comprehensive Plan with a facilitator. The agenda includes only this discussion item, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled. The meeting is open to the public, and the agenda was posted in advance.

• Strategic planning discussion on the Comprehensive Plan with facilitator
• Meeting held at Christensen Family YMCA Camp, 3402 W. Military Ave.
• Agenda posted January 9, 2023; notice published in Fremont Tribune January 5, 2023

The City Council held a strategic planning session regarding the Comprehensive Plan with a facilitator. No substantive actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

• Strategic planning discussion on Comprehensive Plan held; no action taken

City Council

The Fremont City Council will hold a joint special meeting with the Planning Commission to hear an overview of the Unified Development Code, followed by a regular meeting. The council will vote on consent agenda items including claims totaling $6,929,098.05, several resolutions (interlocal agreement with schools, DBE program, golf club lease, mowing bid), and will consider an ordinance to change the speed limit on Johnson Road. New business includes accepting a council member's resignation and authorizing a turbine inspection contract.

• Claims approval totaling $6,929,098.05
• Resolution 2023-001: Interlocal agreement with Fremont Public Schools for discus/shot-put rings
• Resolution 2023-002: Adopt DBE Program for Fremont Municipal Airport
• Ordinance 5634: Speed limit change on Johnson Road to 35 mph
• Resolution 2023-006: Contract with ST Cotter Turbine Services for Unit 6 turbine inspection/repair

The City Council approved claims totaling $6,960,816.71 and passed Ordinance 5634 to set the speed limit on Johnson Road to 35 mph. The council also accepted the resignation of Council Member Vern Gibson and authorized a turbine repair contract.

• Approved claims from Dec 28, 2022 to Jan 10, 2023 totaling $6,960,816.71
• Approved Ordinance 5634 changing Johnson Road speed limit to 35 mph (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-005 accepting Council Member Vern Gibson's resignation (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-006 for ST Cotter Turbine Services inspection and repair (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-002 adopting the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program for Fremont Municipal Airport (7-0)
• Approved license application for Burmeister Construction (Cement/Asphalt/Excavate worker)
• Approved Resolution 2023-001 for interlocal agreement with Fremont Public Schools for discus and shot-put rings
• Approved Resolution 2023-004 awarding mowing services bid to Purple Ribbon Lawn Care

Utility and Infrastructure Board (June 2017 - Present)

The Utility and Infrastructure Board will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2023, to consider routine consent items (approving minutes and accounts payable) and three substantive agenda items: adopting a Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) program for the Fremont Municipal Airport, selecting a bid for inspection and repair of the Unit 6 turbine and generator, and entering into a Natural Gas Asset Management Agreement. The board will also hear public comment on these items.

• Consider adoption of DBE program for Fremont Municipal Airport
• Consider bid for Unit 6 turbine and generator inspection and repair
• Consider Natural Gas Asset Management Agreement
• Approve accounts payable through January 10, 2023 (total claims $4,452,599.79)
• Approve minutes of December 27, 2022

The Utility and Infrastructure Board recommended the adoption of a Disadvantage Business Enterprise Program for the Fremont Municipal Airport. The Board also recommended authorizing a contract with ST Cotter Turbine Services for Unit 6 turbine and generator repairs. A natural gas asset management agreement was moved to the January 31, 2023 meeting.

• Approved December 27, 2022 minutes and accounts payable (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Disadvantage Business Enterprise Program for Fremont Municipal Airport (4-0)
• Recommended City Council authorize contract with ST Cotter Turbine Services for Unit 6 turbine and generator inspection and repair (4-0)
• Moved Natural Gas Asset Management Agreement to January 31, 2023 meeting

Park & Recreation Board

The Fremont Parks & Recreation Board will meet to discuss several items, including Charlie Pliskac Fremont DQ Days, a request by JCF for vendors to camp in JCF park during JCF days, and a possible lease extension and land extension for USAR. The board will also receive reports from the Recreation Director and the Director, including updates on the auditorium, parks/forestry, an open position, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Discussion of Charlie Pliskac Fremont DQ Days
• Request by JCF for vendors to camp in JCF park for JCF days
• Discussion of USAR lease extension and possible land extension
• Recreation report from Schwanke
• Director's report including auditorium update, parks/forestry update, open position, and Capital Improvement Plan

The board discussed several proposals, including event requests and a lease extension, but no official actions were taken because a quorum was not present. The meeting consisted of staff reports and discussions on upcoming projects.