Kearney County public meetings in 2023
29 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a public hearing regarding a proposed right of way and utility easement in Buffalo County. The meeting also includes several consent agenda items involving construction payments, equipment purchases, and service agreements.
- Public hearing on land acquisition for a Permanent Right of Way and Utility Easement from Fox Creek Development, LLC
- Bid award to Masek Golf Car Company for 72 EFI Gas Powered Motorized Golf Cars for $294,740.00 (less trade-in)
- Payment approval for Nielsen Contracting, LLC for Talmadge Street & Yanney Avenue paving and storm sewer work
- Payment approval for John T. Jones Construction Co. for $1,401,083.36 for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements
- Purchase of a Menart SP-30 Tow Behind Compost Turner for $137,118.00
Planning Commission Meeting
The Kearney Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a sand-and-gravel permit, a rezoning to commercial use, and final approval for the Tucker Subdivision plat. The commission will also review proposed code amendments that create new R-1D residential and RR-2 rural residential zoning districts. These items address local land development, housing density standards, and commercial operations in Buffalo County.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-02 for a sand and gravel pumping operation at 335 Cherry Avenue
- Rezoning No. 2023-19 from Agricultural District to C-3 Urban General Commercial near South of 78th Street and West of 2nd Avenue
- Final Plat No. 2023-13 for the Tucker Subdivision (final action)
- Code Amendment No. 2023-01 proposing new R-1D Residential and RR-2 Rural Residential zoning districts
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding land rezoning, annexations, and a utility easement vacation. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for various city contracts, airport lease amendments, and facility improvements.
- Public hearing for rezoning property to District R-1 near East 65th Street and Avenue R
- Public hearing for the annexation of Arbor View Third
- Approval of $307,158.00 for Memorial Field turf replacement
- Approval of $91,251.39 for a carbon fiber net system for the SportsPlex
- Approval of $5,000.00 for the Community Tennis Facility construction
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider an ordinance to issue a $4,066,550 revenue bond for replacing lead service lines. They will also review updated signage policies regarding weapons in public city buildings. The agenda includes several utility-related payments and agreements.
- Ordinance No. 8656: $4,066,550 bond for lead service line replacement
- $1,367,498.84 payment to John T. Jones Construction Co. for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- Resolution 2023-149A: Signage policy regarding weapons in public City buildings
- Purchase of a 2024 Ford Super Duty F-350 for the Utilities Department ($54,887.10)
- Amendment to Verizon Wireless lease agreement (Resolution No. 2023-166)
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will consider rezoning, platting, and annexation for the Arbor View Third development. It will also review the presentation and adoption of the City of Kearney Affordable Housing Action Plan. Final action is scheduled for the Prairie View Business Park Third subdivision.
- Rezoning of land south of East 65th Street and Avenue R to Urban Residential (R-1)
- Annexation of Arbor View Third into the City of Kearney
- Adoption of the City of Kearney Affordable Housing Action Plan
- Preliminary and Final Plat for Prairie View Business Park Third
- Easement vacation for 3103/3107 West Highway 30
City Council Meeting
The City Council will conduct public hearings on several rezoning and subdivision applications, including Stone Creek Second and Schumacher Fencing. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for various municipal equipment purchases and city employment agreements.
- Public hearing for land use amendment at 2nd Avenue and 98th Street
- Public hearing for rezoning to M-1 Limited Industrial District at 2nd Avenue and 98th Street
- Public hearing for subdivision agreement for Stone Creek Second
- Public hearing for vacating Greenhill Acres Subdivision lots
- Public hearing for rezoning and planned development at 3107 West Highway 30
City Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several subdivision and rezoning applications, though some items have been postponed to future meetings. The agenda also includes approving large payments for water infrastructure and the purchase of a new sewer vacuum truck. Additionally, the council will consider liquor license recommendations and parking restrictions near the YMCA.
- Purchase of a $469,347.26 Sewer Combination Jet/Vacuum Truck
- $1,857,276.71 payment for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements
- $151,965.00 payment for the 2.0 MG Elevated Water Tower
- Rezoning and subdivision applications for Buffalo Island and Stone Creek
- Parking restrictions on portions of 6th Avenue and 7th Avenue
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider a subdivision vacation and rezoning requests. The agenda includes a proposal to rezone property at 3107 West Highway 30 for a commercial fencing business.
- Subdivision Vacation No. 1980-05: Vacating Lots 1 through 6 of Greenhill Acres Subdivision
- Rezoning No. 2023-17: Rezoning 3107 West Highway 30 from C-3 to C-3/PD
- Planned Development Plan No. 2023-17: Construction of a commercial fencing business at 3107 West Highway 30
City Council Meeting
The council will consider several public hearings, some of which have been postponed to October 24, 2023. The agenda includes a weapons policy for city-owned areas and various construction payments.
- Public hearing for land acquisition at Lot 5, Tony H. Addition
- Resolution establishing a policy regulating weapons on City of Kearney property
- Bid award to Elliott Sanitation Equipment for $240,000.00 for a refuse compactor truck
- Change order for Box Hangar construction at Kearney Regional Airport decreasing amount by $121,090.00
- Certificate for Payment No. 13 of $2,090,158.71 for WWTP Phase II Improvements
City Council Meeting
The council will vote on contracts for new playground equipment and a splashpad at Millennial Park. The agenda also includes a redevelopment project for 220 11th Avenue and a cost increase for the Kearney Regional Airport terminal expansion.
- Awarding $85,000.00 to Cunningham Recreation for Millennial Park playground structure
- Awarding $124,221.98 to Outdoor Recreation Products for Millennial Park splashpad
- $34,651.00 increase for the Kearney Regional Airport Terminal Expansion project
- Redevelopment project approval for 220 11th Avenue
- Removal of parking on Central Avenue near 11 East 39th Street
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider several applications for Buffalo Island 2nd Subdivision and Stone Creek Second. These include requests for subdivision vacations, rezoning, and preliminary and final plats. The commission will also review a land use amendment for the southwest corner of 2nd Avenue and 98th Street.
- Rezoning of 77 Sweetwater Avenue to Rural Residential District
- Subdivision vacation for Lot 1 of Buffalo Island Subdivision
- Preliminary and final plats for Buffalo Island 2nd Subdivision
- Land use amendment for southwest corner of 2nd Avenue and 98th Street
- Rezoning of property at 2nd Avenue and 98th Street to Limited Industrial District
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding land use and street improvements. The agenda also includes various consent items related to municipal budgets, personnel ordinances, and construction payments.
- Public hearing for a conditional use permit for a resource extraction site near 7310 2nd Avenue
- Public hearing for rezoning and subdivision of Petersen Estates near 11th Street and Sweetwater Avenue
- Public hearing for the One- & Six-Year Street Improvement Plan
- Resolution to increase City budget authority by $170,213.56
- Change order for a Box Hangar at Kearney Regional Airport decreasing amount by $51,615.00
Special City Council Meeting (5:30 PM)
The City Council will conduct several public hearings regarding fiscal year budgets and property tax requests. These items include the 2023-2024 City of Kearney budget and the Offstreet Parking District No. 1 budget.
- Public hearing on the City of Kearney Budget for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year
- Public hearing on the 2023 City of Kearney property tax request
- Public hearing on the City of Kearney Offstreet Parking District No. 1 Budget for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several rezoning ordinances and public hearings regarding utility easements and land purchases. The agenda also includes approving various levy allocations, construction payments, and street improvement plans.
- Public hearing for a utility easement vacation near 2401 Central Avenue
- Public hearing for property purchase from Economic Development Council of Buffalo County, Inc.
- Levy allocation of $241,390.00 for the Community Redevelopment Authority
- Payment of $1,235,436.18 and a $21,141.00 change order for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements
- Rezoning applications for properties on West 27th Street and East 39th Street
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will consider a conditional use permit for a resource extraction site near 7310 2nd Avenue. It will also review rezoning and platting applications for the Petersen Estates subdivision. Additionally, an easement vacation for the Museum of Nebraska Art is scheduled.
- Conditional Use Permit for a resource extraction site west and south of 7310 2nd Avenue
- Rezoning Agricultural District to Rural Residential for Petersen Estates
- Preliminary and Final Plat applications for Petersen Estates
- Easement vacation for an alley north of 2401 Central Avenue
Planning Commission Meeting
The Kearney Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for resource extraction, and a series of applications for The Meadows First Addition subdivision, including a preliminary and final plat and annexation. The commission will also consider amendments to redevelopment plans for Areas 2 and 8, and receive a presentation on the city's 2023-2024 capital expenditures budget.
- Rezoning No. 2023-11: 116 and 118 West 27th Street and 2615 2nd Avenue from R-3 to UC
- Rezoning No. 2023-12: West of Imperial Avenue and North of 45th Street from AG to M-1
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-01: Resource extraction site west of 7310 2nd Avenue on AG land
- The Meadows First Addition: Rezoning, planned development, preliminary/final plat, and annexation at 2050 East 39th Street
- Amendments to Redevelopment Plans for Areas 2 and 8 (Younes Redevelopment Project)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Kearney Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a land use map amendment and a rezoning request for property at 2400 East 32nd Place, submitted by Miller & Associates for Rovar Park, LLC. The amendment would change the Future Land Use Map from Medium Density Residential to Office/Commercial Retail Mixed Use, and the rezoning would change the district from R-3/PD to C-3 General Commercial.
- Hearing: Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 2023-01 for property at 2400 East 32nd Place, from MDR to MU2
- Hearing: Rezoning No. 2023-10 for same property, from R-3/PD to C-3 General Commercial
- Approve minutes of May 19, 2023 meeting
- Staff report on new public notification procedures
- Planning Commission annual report for 2022-2023
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on Final Plat No. 2023-06 and Annexation No. 2023-02 for Arbor View Second, a proposed addition to Kearney east of Avenue N and south of 65th Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 21 meeting and receive reports.
- Hearing on Final Plat No. 2023-06 for Arbor View Second, submitted by Miller & Associates for Fox Creek Development, LLC
- Hearing on Annexation No. 2023-02 for Arbor View Second, same applicant
- Property described as part of Government Lot 2, Section 19, Township 9 North, Range 15 West, Buffalo County, Nebraska (east of Avenue N and south of 65th Street)
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2023 meeting
Planning Commission Meeting
The Kearney County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six rezoning requests, two subdivision plats, and a partial subdivision vacation. The most consequential items include rezoning agricultural land for commercial use and creating a new residential subdivision. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and reports.
- Rezoning No. 2023-05: AG to C-3 for property east of Cherry Avenue and south of E 11th Street (West Limited, LLC)
- Rezoning No. 2023-06: R-3/PD to C-O for 715 and 805 22nd Avenue (KPT&G, LLC)
- Rezoning No. 2023-07: AG to C-2 for property east of 30th Avenue and north of 56th Street (DT Development, Inc.)
- Rezoning No. 2023-08 and Final Plat No. 2023-04: Spruce Hollow West Second subdivision (DT Development, Inc.)
- Rezoning No. 2023-09, Partial Subdivision Vacation, and Preliminary/Final Plats for Taylor Villas (Gene and Deb McElhinny)
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will conduct three public hearings: two postponed items for the Arbor View Second subdivision (final plat/subdivision agreement and annexation) and a rezoning request for property east of Cherry Avenue and south of East 11th Street. The consent agenda includes equipment purchases and a change order for the Yanney Heritage Park Pavilion. The meeting also includes routine business and a claim against NPPD.
- Public hearing on Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Arbor View Second (64th Street east of Avenue N), Resolution No. 2023-42
- Public hearing on annexation of Arbor View Second, Resolution No. 2023-43
- Public hearing to rezone from AG to BP for property east of Cherry Avenue and south of East 11th Street, Ordinance No. 8626
- Purchase of Front Load Refuse Compactor Truck for $306,226.52
- Purchase of Kenworth T880 and TRUVAC Hydro-Excavation body for $597,430.56
City Council Meeting
The council will hold public hearings on the final plat and annexation of Arbor View Second, a subdivision near 64th Street east of Avenue N, postponed from March 14. The consent agenda includes a $284,080 wheel loader purchase, a $1.37M payment for WWTP Phase II improvements, and a $319,167 payment for a 2.0 MG elevated water tower. The regular agenda features a redevelopment project for Lot 5, Block 1 Patriot Industrial Park and an open account claim to NPPD for $105,967.09.
- Public hearing on Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Arbor View Second (64th Street east of Avenue N) – Resolution 2023-42
- Public hearing on annexation of Arbor View Second – Resolution 2023-43
- Purchase of Caterpillar 938M Series Wheel Loader for $284,080 for Public Works
- Payment No. 7 of $1,373,903.03 for WWTP Phase II Improvements (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
- Redevelopment project by Burmood Investments, LLC for Lot 5, Block 1 Patriot Industrial Park (4415 Patriot Boulevard)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests by Roger Harders for West Limited, LLC, to change agricultural land east of Cherry Avenue and south of E 11th Street to Business Park and General Commercial districts. They will also hold a hearing and take final action on the preliminary plat for Spruce Hollow West (Revised), a subdivision east of 30th Avenue and north of 56th Street. Other business includes introducing new member Jeffery Baker and approving minutes from January and February meetings.
- Rezoning No. 2023-04: AG to BP for property east of Cherry Avenue and south of E 11th Street
- Rezoning No. 2023-05: AG to C-3 for property east of Cherry Avenue and south of E 11th Street
- Preliminary Plat No. 2023-03: Spruce Hollow West (Revised) – final action
- Introduction of new Planning Commission member Jeffery Baker
- Approval of minutes from January 20 and February 17, 2023 meetings
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning, final plat, and annexation for the Arbor View Second development by Fox Creek Development, LLC, and consider related resolutions and ordinances. The consent agenda includes awarding snow removal equipment bids totaling over $1.3 million for the airport, approving change orders for park and street projects, and other routine items.
- Rezone from AG to R-1 (Ordinance 8623) and R-2 (Ordinance 8624) for property east of Avenue N on 64th Street
- Final plat and subdivision agreement for Arbor View Second (Resolution 2023-42)
- Annexation of Arbor View Second (Resolution 2023-43)
- Award bids to M-B Companies for snow removal equipment: $733,705 and $645,036
- Change orders: Yanney Heritage Park Pavilion +$1,348; 31st Street improvements +$60,280
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will hold public hearings on the half-cent sales tax capital improvement plan and on special assessments for several paving, water, and sewer improvement districts. The consent agenda includes liquor license recommendations, a real estate purchase agreement amendment, funding for the Nebraska Firefighters Museum HVAC, and multiple construction payment approvals. The council will also receive the annual financial report and consider an open account claim to NPPD.
- Public hearing on ½¢ Sales Tax Capital Improvement Plan
- Public hearing on special assessments for Paving Improvement Districts 2020-002/003, Water Districts 2020-592/593, Sewer District 2020-528
- Liquor license applications: Joe's Honky Tonk LLC dba Joe's at the Depot (2023 1st Ave), Smoker Friendly #017 (620 E 25th St), Axe Holes (5012 W 3rd Ave)
- Resolution 2023-34: Change Order No. 2 decrease of $140,097.85 and final payment of $47,956.42 for 2nd Avenue Overpass Extension Joint Repair
- Resolution 2023-38: Payment No. 6 of $1,208,219.37 for WWTP Phase II Improvements; Resolution 2023-39: Payment No. 3 of $159,443.93 for Booster Pump Stations
Planning Commission Meeting
The Kearney County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a series of applications by Miller & Associates for Fox Creek Development, LLC, covering the Arbor View Second subdivision near 63rd Street east of N Avenue. Items include vacating storm water and utility easements, rezoning from agricultural to residential districts, preliminary and final plat approval, and annexation into the City of Kearney. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 20, 2023 meeting and receive reports.
- Vacate 525x70-foot storm water detention cell easement (No. 2023-02)
- Vacate 2,545x60-foot right-of-way & utility easement (No. 2023-03)
- Rezone from AG to R-1 (low-density residential) (No. 2023-02)
- Rezone from AG to R-2 (mixed-density residential) (No. 2023-03)
- Preliminary and final plats for Arbor View Second, plus annexation (No. 2023-02, 2023-01)
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will hold public hearings on vacating a storm sewer easement, rezoning land east of 30th Avenue and north of 60th Street from agricultural to rural residential, and approving the final plat for Spruce Hollow West. The consent agenda includes a $6,000,756 bid award for a box hangar at Kearney Regional Airport, a $1,216,972.98 payment for a water tower, and a $82,014 equipment purchase. The regular agenda includes amending the construction manager at risk agreement for the Indoor Sports Complex.
- Public hearing to vacate 20-foot storm sewer easement at 6216 and 6302 Avenue K (Ordinance 8620)
- Public hearing to rezone land east of 30th Avenue and north of 60th Street to RR-1 (Ordinance 8621)
- Final plat and subdivision agreement for Spruce Hollow West (Resolution 2023-22)
- Award $6,000,756 bid to Sampson Construction for airport box hangar (Resolution 2023-24)
- Approve $1,216,972.98 payment for 2.0 MG Elevated Water Tower (Resolution 2023-26)
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will vote on routine business including claims, minutes, and personnel manual updates, plus several resolutions. Notable items include a $1,166,212.42 payment for the WWTP Phase II Improvements, a new hangar leasing fee, and funding for RYDE Transit. The meeting also includes proclamations and a police badge reveal.
- Approve $1,166,212.42 payment to John T. Jones Construction Co. for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- Adopt 2022-2023 Comprehensive Fee Schedule adding new fee for large aircraft leasing space Hangar (T385)
- Consider Resolution 2023-21 for RYDE Transit Public Transportation Program operating support
- Open account claim to NPPD for $95,976.42
- Approve plans for two carrier vehicles with snow attachments for Kearney Regional Airport
Planning Commission Meeting
The Kearney County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request and preliminary and final plats for the Spruce Hollow West subdivision, proposed by DT Development, Inc. The commission will also consider vacating a storm water and drainage easement at Stoneridge Tenth Addition. The meeting includes routine items such as approving minutes and reports.
- Rezoning No. 2023-01: request to rezone from AG (Agricultural) to RR-1 (Rural Residential) for land east of 30th Avenue and north of 60th Street
- Preliminary Plat No. 2023-01 for Spruce Hollow West (final action)
- Final Plat No. 2023-01 for Spruce Hollow West
- Storm Water & Drainage Easement Vacation No. 2023-01 for properties at 6216 K Avenue and 6302 K Avenue
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will hold three public hearings on applications by Miller & Associates for the Brandt family and related trusts to amend the land use map, rezone property, and approve a final plat for the Greg Brandt Second Subdivision near W Road and Cherrywood Street. The council will also consider consent agenda items including payments for construction projects, a FAA grant for airport terminal expansion, and several appointments.
- Public hearing on land use map amendment from LDR to RE for Greg Brandt Subdivision (Resolution 2023-1)
- Public hearing on rezoning from AG to RR-1, vacating access road and easements, and vacating lots (Ordinances 8614-8617)
- Public hearing on final plat for Greg Brandt Second Subdivision (Resolution 2023-2)
- Payment certificates: $2,680,078.90 for WWTP Phase II, $122,580.00 for water tower, $280,052.75 for booster pump stations
- FAA grant agreement for Terminal Building Expansion at Kearney Regional Airport (Resolution 2023-4)