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HastingsNE averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $201,848 +1.4% yr/yr · +24% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2003–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (116)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Airport Advisory Board
- Aaron Schardt
- Brent Hoops
- Jason Haase
- Phil Beda
- Shawn Hartman
Who’s on the City Council
- Jeniffer Beahm
- Joy Huffaker
- Butch Eley
- Shawn Hartmann
- Matt Fong
- Brad Consbruck
- Marc Rowan
- Steve Huntley
- Maggie Esch
- Brain Hoffman
- Brian Hoffman
- Larry Consbruck
Who’s on the City Council Special
- Butch Eley
- Jeniffer Beahm
- Joy Huffaker
- Matt Fong
- Shawn Hartmann
- Brad Consbruck
- Marc Rowan
- Steve Huntley
Who’s on the City Council Worksession
- Corey Stutte — Mayor
- Jay Beckby — Mayor
- Erik Nielsen
- Jeff Hassenstab
- Lee Vrooman
- Roger Nash
- Adam Story
- Jesse Oswald
- Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson
- Lori Vorderstrasse
- Lori Hartman
- Marty Stange
- Trent Clark
- Kevin Johnson
- Mark Funkey
- Troy Vorderstrasse
- Derek Zeisler
- Brad Starling
- Kirk Layton
- Tony Herrman
- Tony Hermann
- Amy Hafer
- Chad Bunger
- Kevin Kubo
- Shawn Metcalf
- Tyler Ficken
- Jeniffer Beahm
- Joy Huffaker
- Kelly Reisig
- Butch Eley
- Marc Rowan
- Anthony Murphy
- Brad Consbruck
- Ember Batelaan
- Matt Kuhr
- Shawn Hartmann
- Steve Huntley
- Joseph Chapman
- Michelle Hill
- Samantha Rundle
- Steve Riehle
Who’s on the Library Board
- Caroline Kemp
- Jessica Brock
- Joyce Moore
- Ross Struss
Who’s on the Planning Commission Worksession
- Ann Hinton
- Brian Hoffman
- Jacque Cranson
- Jody Stutzman
- Michelle Lewis
- Rakesh Srivastava
- Shawn Rossi
- Lou Kully
- Rosenburg
- Sinner
Who’s on the Utility Board
- Jeanette Dewalt
- Susan Meeske
- Corey Stutte
- Mark Hemje
- Scott Kvols
- Bill Hitesman
- Jay Beckby
- Jesse Oswald
- Mark Funkey
- Regg Rutt
- Butch Eley
- Shawn Metcalf
- Larry Consbruck
- Kevin Johnson
- Derek Zeisler
- Lori Hartman
- Pat Mertens
- Scott Snell
- Shawn Hartmann
- Brandan Lubken
- Noel Nienhueser
- Roger Nash
- Steve Huntley
- Erik Nielsen
- Jeanette Dewlat
- Karl Block
- Keith Leonhardt
- Larry Fox
- Tony Herrman
- Coret Stutte
- Jaci Higgins
- Jason Redding
- Kyle Patten
- Lee CVrooman
- Micah McCaffery
- Shane Stone
Municipal budget
Total revenue$134.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$133.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$16.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$12.3M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$5,334 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025111 housing units ($24.8M)
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Recent meetings
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to hold public hearings on CDBG projects for Revive, Inc. and Pacha Soap
The Hastings City Council will conduct second public hearings regarding two Community Development Block Grant projects. The council is also reviewing several payment requests and siting approvals via the consent agenda.
- Second public hearing on CDBG Project 24-PWF-001, Revive, Inc.
- Second public hearing on CDBG Project 25-ED-001, Pacha Soap
- Siting approval for the Solid Waste Disposal Area at 725 S. Southern Hills Road
- Payment of $46,369.50 to Revive, Inc. for CDBG Project 24-PWF-001
- Payment of $2,144.60 to South Central Economic Development District for Brownfield grant services
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✓ Decided: City Council approves waste disposal siting and grant-related payments
The City Council approved the siting of a Solid Waste Disposal Area and several payments related to Brownfield and Community Development Block Grants. Two public hearings were held regarding grant projects for Revive, Inc. and Pacha Soap.
- Approved siting for Solid Waste Disposal Area at 725 S. Southern Hills Road (8-0)
- Approved $2,144.60 payment to South Central Economic Development District for Brownfield grant services (8-0)
- Approved request to draw funds for South Central Economic Development District Invoice No. 2170 (8-0)
- Approved $46,369.50 Pay Estimate No. 5 to Revive, Inc. for CDBG Project 24-PWF-001 (8-0)
- Approved $35,658.15 CDBG funds drawdown for Revive Inc. project 24-PWF-001 (8-0)
- Approved October 12, 2026 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved claims and payroll (8-0)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Council Chambers – City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
October 26, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for October 26, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, October 23, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
All Consent Items.
(a)
Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of October 12, 2026
(b)
Approval of claims and payroll
(c)
Approval of the request for siting approval for the Solid Waste Disposal Area
located at 725 S. Southern Hills Road
(d)
Approval of Invoice No. 2170 from South Central Economic Development District in
the amount of $2,144.60 for Brownfield grant administrative services completed
July 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026
(e)
Approval or the request to draw funds to pay Invoice No. 2170 from South Central
Economic Development District for Brownfield grant administrative services
complete …
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Council Session – 10/26/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, October 26, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W. 3rd
Street, on October 26, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Absent: None. Staff
present: City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler
Ficken; Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of
Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks &
Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy Vorderstrasse; Director of Human Resources,
Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig; Safety Director, Trent Clark; Museum Director,
Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda. Roll
Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Maggie
Esch, Marc Rowan, Brian Hoffman, Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent: None. …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ROLL CALL:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA [Approve]
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
All Consent Items. [Approve]
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 16:00
General
Board to consider variance for island canopy sign at 1725 West 2nd Street
The Hastings Board of Adjustment will meet to review appeals and requests. The primary item is a variance request for a sign type not currently allowed in the I-2 District.
- Variance request by Troy Panagiotis (Omaha Neon) for an island canopy sign at 1725 West 2nd Street
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615 W 3rd St, Hastings
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HASTINGS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
A meeting of the Hastings Board of Adjustment has been scheduled for Thursday, October 22,
2026 at 4:00 PM in the City Building, 615 W. 3rd Street.
AGENDA:
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Board of Adjustment Meeting.
5.
Communications and Appearance Request
6.
Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
7.
Approval of Minutes
a. Meeting of September 17, 2026
8.
Unfinished Business
a. Continued Appeals or Requests
b. Tabled Appeals or Requests
c.
Postponed Appeals or Requests
9.
New Appeals or Requests
a. Variance request filed by Troy Panagiotis with Omaha Neon to allow an island canopy
sign in the I-2 District, which is not an allowed sign type. The property address is 1725
West 2nd Street.
10.
Miscellaneous
a. Committee Reports
b. Chair's Report
c.
Staff Report
11.
Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Hastings Planning Commission to hold worksession on procedural rules
The Planning Commission will meet to conduct regular business and approve minutes from September 22, 2026. The meeting includes a staff report worksession regarding Robert's Rules of Order and Ex-Parte Communication.
- Worksession on Robert's Rules of Order and Ex-Parte Communication
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✓ Decided: Hastings Planning Commission holds work session on Robert's Rules and ex-parte communication
The Hastings Planning Commission held a regular meeting and work session focused on Robert's Rules of Order and ex-parte communication guidelines presented by city staff and the city attorney. The commission also heard project updates regarding local developments including Tommy's Car Wash, Heartland Renewables, and Chief Industries. No substantive regulatory decisions or public hearings took place.
- Adopted the October 20, 2026 meeting agenda (8-0)
- Approved the September 22, 2026 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Adjourned the meeting at 4:31 p.m. (8-0)
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HASTINGS PLANNING COMMISSION
A meeting of the Hastings Planning Commission has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 20,
2026 at 4:00 PM at City Hall, 615 W 3rd St., Hastings .
AGENDA:
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
5.
Citizen Communication
6.
Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
7.
Approval of Minutes
a. Meeting of September 22, 2026
8.
Special Order of Business
9.
Unfinished Business
a. Continued Applications - None
b. Tabled Applications - None
c.
Postponed Applications - None
10.
Public Hearings.
11.
Subdivisions
12.
Reports
a. Committee Reports
b. Chairman Comments
c.
Staff Reports
i.
Worksession to address Robert's Rules of Order and Ex-Parte Communication
Adjourn
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Hastings Planning
Commission was conducted at Hastings City Hall,
615 W 3rd Street, Hastings, Nebraska, Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Chair Rosenberg called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. in Regular Session.
The following members were present: Chuck Rosenberg, Lou Kully, Greg Sinner,
Shawn Rossi, James Carson, Joe Kindig, Shannon Adler, and Sarah Bruce. Absent:
Craig Hubbard and Rick Schnase. The following City Officials were present: City
Attorney, Jesse Oswald; Director of Development Services, Kevin Kubo; City Planner,
Ember Batelaan; Chief Building Inspector, Danny Graves; Fire Marshal, Travis Nolan; IT
Director, Erik Nielsen; Administrative Assistant, Melissa Woodard; and Public
Information Manager, Tony Herrman.
Chair Rosenberg led the Commission to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair Rosenberg called for a motion to adopt the current agenda for the October 20,
2026, meeting. Moved by Sinner, seconded by Rossi, to adopt the current agenda.
Ayes: Kindig, Kully, Sinner, Rossi, Adler, Bruce, Carson and Rosenberg. Nays: None.
Motion carried: 8-0.
Citizen Communications: None
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance
with Nebraska Revised Statutes Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised
Statutes Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of to …
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Rossi, to adopt the current agenda
8 yea
Kindig yea · Kully yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Adler yea · Bruce yea · Carson yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Rossi, seconded by Kindig. Roll Call:
8 yea
Kindig yea · Carson yea · Kully yea · Sinner yea · Adler yea · Rossi yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
motion to adjourn at 4:31 p.m. Motioned by Sinner, seconded by Kulley. Roll Call:
8 yea
Carson yea · Kindig yea · Kully yea · Rossi yea · Rosenberg yea · Sinner yea · Bruce yea · Adler yea
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
8 yea
Joe Kindig yea · Lou Kully yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shannan Adler yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Sarah Bruce yea · James Carson yea
Adjourn
8 yea
Joe Kindig yea · Lou Kully yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shannan Adler yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Sarah Bruce yea · James Carson yea
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:30
City Council Special
City Council to discuss animal shelter options and Heartland Pet Connection
The City Council will consider rescinding a "cool off period" to restart negotiations with Heartland Pet Connection. The body will also discuss and potentially take action on options for a city animal shelter.
- Motion to rescind "cool off period" and restart negotiations with Heartland Pet Connection
- Discussion and possible action on city animal shelter options
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✓ Decided: City Council rescinds cool off period to restart animal shelter negotiations
The City Council voted to rescind the cool off period and restart negotiations with Heartland Pet Connection. City officials discussed transitioning to an RFP process for the city animal shelter rather than direct negotiation.
- Rescinded cool off period and restarted negotiations with Heartland Pet Connection (6-0)
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The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in
accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the
agenda.
It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the
Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the
city council members, person having items on the agenda, and the public.
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers – City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
October 19, 2026
5:30 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for October 19, 2026 Special Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Special Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, October 16, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material to be discussed at
today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is in the meeting room and accessible to members of the public.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
AGENDA ITEMS
1.
Motion to rescind the "cool off period" and restart negotiations with Heartland Pet
Connection and discussion and possible action on the options for a cit …
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Monday, October 19, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W. 3rd
Street, on October 19, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. in Special Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Matt Fong. Absent: Larry Consbruck, Brian Hoffman. Staff present:
City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler Ficken;
Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility
Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services
Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Director of Human
Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig; Safety Director, Trent Clark;
Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson; City Planner, Ember Batelaan.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda. Roll
Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Maggie Esch, Marc Rowan,
Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent: Larry Consbruck, Brian Hoffman. The motion carri …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ROLL CALL:
6 yea · 2 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Larry Consbruck nay · Brian Hoffman nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Worksession
City Council to discuss data centers and electric micro-mobility regulations
The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss two primary topics. The meeting includes a presentation on data centers and a discussion regarding regulations for e-bikes, e-scooters, and hoverboards.
- Presentation on Data Centers by Senator Dan Lonowski
- Discussion of E-bike, E-scooter and hoverboard regulations
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✓ Decided: Hastings City Council discusses data centers and e-mobility regulations
The City Council held a worksession featuring a presentation on the impacts of data centers and a discussion regarding regulations for e-bikes, e-scooters, and hoverboards. No substantive votes or policy changes were decided during the meeting.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (6-0)
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The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in
accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the
agenda.
It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the
Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the
city council members, person having items on the agenda, and the public.
Worksession meetings are intended to allow for communication and discussion amongst the elected officials. At the
prerogative of the presiding officer of the worksession, city staff, consultants or citizens may be requested or allowed
to address specific items on the worksession agenda.
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
WORKSESSION AGENDA
Council Chambers – City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
October 19, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for October 19, 2026 Worksession.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Worksession was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, October 16, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the publi …
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Council Session – 10/19/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION
Monday, October 19, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Worksession Meeting of the City Council of the
City of Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W.
3rd Street, on October 19, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Matt Fong. Absent: Larry Consbruck, Brian Hoffman. Staff present:
City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler Ficken;
Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility
Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services
Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Director of Human
Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig; Safety Director, Trent Clark;
Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda. Roll
Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Maggie Esch, Marc Rowan,
Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent: Larry Consbruck, Brian Hoffman. The mo …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
6 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider $605,000 road resurfacing budget veto override
The City Council will hold public hearings on Business Improvement District assessments and updates to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider overriding a mayoral veto for road resurfacing funds and approve a new subdivision plat.
- Consideration of $605,000 override of Mayor's veto for Phase VI Road Resurfacing
- Public hearing and resolution for assessments in the Business Improvement District
- Public hearing and resolution to update demographic, housing, and land use data in the 2025 Comprehensive Plan
- Approval of preliminary/final plat for Golden Triangle Third Subdivision near Industry Circle
- Payment of $69,914.45 to Diamond Engineering for Mobile Home Communities Project 24-PWI-008
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✓ Decided: Hastings City Council overrides fail on veto for road resurfacing and approves comprehensive plan updates
The Hastings City Council approved the consent agenda, passed Resolution No. 2026-61 making assessments in the Business Improvement District, and amended and approved Resolution No. 2026-59 updating the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. Additionally, the council approved the preliminary and final plat for Golden Triangle Third Subdivision. A motion to override the Mayor's veto of budget item 10003021 74242 for Phase VI Road Resurfacing in the amount of $605,000 failed on a 5-3 vote.
- Adopted the consent agenda including claims, payroll, minutes, and work orders SW-391 and WA-146 (8-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-60 approving Municipal Annual Certification of Program Compliance 2026 (8-0)
- Approved Pay Estimate #3 ($69,914.45) and Drawdown Request #8 ($79,600.18) for CDBG Public Works Project 24-PWI-008
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-61 making assessments in the Business Improvement District (8-0)
- Approved amendment to Resolution No. 2026-59 changing land use designation at South Franklin Avenue and West F Street to Medium Density Residential (7-1)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-59 amending the 2025 Comprehensive Plan as amended (5-4)
- Approved preliminary/final plat for Golden Triangle Third Subdivision (8-0)
- Failed to override the Mayor's veto of budget item for Phase VI Road Resurfacing ($605,000) (5-3)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Council Chambers – City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
October 12, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for October 12, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, October 9, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
October 2026 Service Anniversaries.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
All Consent Items.
(a)
Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of September 28, 2026
(b)
Approval of the minutes of the Special Council Meeting of September 21, 2026
(c)
Approval of claims and payroll
(d)
Approval of Work Order SW-391, relocate sanitary sewer outfall at "M" Street and
Lexington Avenue to the east to Burlington Avenue on "M" Street
(e)
Approval of Work Order WA-146, relocate 6" water main from South Lexington
Avenue to South Burlington Avenue from "M" Street south 1000'
(f)
Resolution No. 2026-60 approving Municipal Annual Certification of Program
Compliance 2026
(g)
Approval of the Mayor signing letter of appr …
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Council Session – 10/12/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, October 12, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W. 3rd
Street, on October 12, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Absent: None. Staff
present: City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler Ficken; Director of Finance/City
Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen; Information Technology; Tony
Herrman; Utility Manager, Derek Zeisler; Development Services Director, Kevin Kubo;
Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy Vorderstrasse; Director of
Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig; Safety Director, Trent
Clark; Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson; City Planner, Ember Batelaan.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Steve Huntley to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Maggie Esch,
Marc Rowan, Brian Hoffman, Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent: None. The motion carried.
Official Notice of the Regula …
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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
11 yea · 5 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley yea · Maggie Esch yea · Matt Fong yea · George J.J. Beckby yea · Michael Anderson nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Larry Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay
that the City received a good bid for the project, which was budgeted at $605,000 and the bid received was $537,000; it would be beneficial to have a nice area for memorial services conducted in the…
5 yea · 3 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Maggie Esch nay · Brian Hoffman nay · Matt Fong nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 09:00
Utility Board
Hastings Utility Board to review electric reliability and water infrastructure
The Utility Board will discuss electric reliability and the progress of lead water service and main replacements. The meeting also includes a review of Smart Watering Pilot Program results and the administration computational load rate.
- Utility Electric Reliability Report
- Lead Water Service and Main Replacement progress
- Smart Watering Pilot Program Results
- Administration Computational Load Rate
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✓ Decided: Hastings Utility Board reviews reliability, water infrastructure, and pilot data
The Utility Board met to receive informational reports on electric reliability, water main and lead service line replacement strategies, and the results of a smart watering pilot program. No formal votes were taken on these operational items, though the board approved the minutes from their September 10, 2026, meeting. The board also noted that a proposed computational load rate structure will be presented for further discussion next month.
- Approved September 10, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
Council Chambers — Hastings City Hall, Hastings
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# HASTINGS UTILITY BOARD AGENDA
# Council Chambers — Hastings City Hall 615 West 3rd
# October 8, 2026 9:00 AM
||ROLL CALL:|PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:|
|---|---|---|
||MEETING.|MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR October 8, 2026 REGULAR|
||PUBLIC NOTICE CONSENT AGENDA:|- Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed at today's meeting is located at the back of the Council Chambers. Also, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted on the south wall of the Council Chambers which is accessible to members of the public. MANAGER'S COMMUNICATIONS: BOARD CHAIRMAN'S COMMUNICATIONS: BOARD MEMBERS' COMMUNICATIONS: CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS (FOR AGENDA ITEMS ONLY):|
|1.|(a)|All Consent Items. Approval of the minutes of the Hastings Utility Board Meeting of September 10, 2026 REGULAR AGENDA:|
|2.||Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting.|
|3.|(a) (b) (c)|General Business. Finance Production Operations|
|||i.|Utility Electric Reliability Report|
|---|---|---|---|
||(d) (e)|ii. iii. i. Other|Lead Water Service and Main Replacement; History and Progress Smart Watering Pilot Program Results Administration Computational Load Rate|
|4.|ADJOURN:||Possible Closed Session (if necessary or requested).|
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Utility Board – 10/8/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF UTILITY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the Utility Board of Hastings,
Nebraska was conducted Council Chambers — Hastings City Hall
615 West 3rd, on October 8, 2026.
ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by Scott Kvols with the following members
present: Jeanette Dewalt, Susan Meeske, Reg Rutt, Pat Mertens.
Derek Zeisler, Erik Nielsen, Jeanne Espina, Jaci Higgins, Tony Herrman, Brandan Lubken,
Steve Huntley, Shane Stone, Jason Redding, Jeff Campbell, Kyle Patten, Lori Hartman, Micah
McCaffery, Larry Fox, Roger Nash
Absent: Larry COnsbruck, Jay Beckby, Jesse Oswald, Mark Funkey
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Scott Kvols led the group in the recital of the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of
America.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR October 8, 2026 REGULAR
MEETING.
Moved by Meeske, second by Rutt to adopt the current agenda for the October 8, 2026 regular
meeting. Roll call: Ayes: Kvols, Dewalt, Meeske, Rutt, Mertens. Nays: None. Absent: None.
The motion carried.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the
Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute
Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all
reproducible written material which will be discussed at today's meeting is l …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Meeske, second by Rutt to adopt the current agenda for the October 8, 2026 regular meeting. Roll call:
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Dewalt and seconded by Rutt to approve the minutes for the meeting of September 10, 2026. Roll call:
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
[context] Roll call:
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on FY 2026-27 budget and liquor license
The Hastings City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Class I liquor license for What the Dickens? LLC, and consider final passage of the annual appropriation bill for fiscal year 2026-2027. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, and several event permits, as well as payments for construction and asbestos cleanup projects.
- Public hearing and resolution for Class I liquor license at 537 W. 2nd Street, Suite 102
- Final passage of Ordinance No. 4844 adopting FY 2026-2027 annual appropriation bill
- Pay Estimate No. 4 to Revive, Inc. for $29,228.65 (CDBG Project 24-PFW-001)
- CDBG drawdown of $22,476.83 for construction management and admin services
- Invoice of $12,000 to Atlas Technical for asbestos cleanup at former middle school
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✓ Decided: Hastings City Council adopts Annual Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2026-2027
The City Council approved the annual budget and appropriation bill for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Other actions included approving funding agreements for economic development and granting a liquor license.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4844 Annual Appropriation Bill for FY 2026-2027 (5-3)
- Approved combined funding agreements for Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce and Hastings Economic Development Corporation (7-0-1)
- Approved Class 'I' Liquor License for What the Dickens? LLC at 537 W. 2nd Street (8-0)
- Approved $29,228.65 pay estimate to Revive, Inc. for CDBG Project 24-PFW-001 (8-0)
- Approved $12,000.00 invoice to Atlas Technical for Former Middle School Asbestos Cleanup (8-0)
- Authorized Mayor to sign US Highway 6 Improvement/Construction Supplemental Agreement No. 2 (8-0)
- Approved city property use for Trunk or Treat (Oct 31) and Celebration of Lights (Nov 19) (8-0)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Council Chambers – City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
September 28, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for September 28, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, September 25, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
All Consent Items.
(a)
Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of September 14, 2026
(b)
Approval of the minutes of the Special Council Meeting of September 14, 2026
(c)
Approval of claims and payroll
(d)
Approval of the request of the Hastings Public Library to utilize city property for the
Trunk or Treat event on October 31, 2026
(e)
Resolution No. 2026-58 authorizing the Mayor to sign Exhibit "E" for US Highway 6
Improvement/Construction Supplemental Agreement No. 2
(f)
Approval of the request of the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce to utilize city
property for the Celebration of Lights ev …
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Council Session – 9/28/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, September 28, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W. 3rd
Street, on September 28, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Absent: None. Staff
present: City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler
Ficken; Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility
Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services
Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy
Vorderstrasse; Director of Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig;
Safety Director, Trent Clark; Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Maggie Esch to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Maggie Esch,
Marc Rowan, Brian Hoffman, M …
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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Maggie Esch to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to approve the consent agenda. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Brian Hoffman to approve Resolution No. 2026-56 approving the application of What the Dickens? LLC dba "What the Dickens?" for a Class "I" Liquor License at 537 W. 2nd…
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
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7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Maggie Esch to adopt Ordinance No. 4844 adopting the Annual Appropriation Bill for the City of Hastings and adopting appropriate sums for the necessary expenses and…
5 yea
Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · George J.J. Beckby yea
ROLL CALL:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
All Consent Items.
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Hastings Planning Commission to consider zoning and annexation requests
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan and property rezoning. The meeting also includes reviews of subdivision plats and discussions on housing data.
- Public hearing to amend the 2025 Comprehensive Plan with updated demographic and housing data
- Rezoning request from Agriculture to R-1A Single Family Large Lot Residential near N Wildflower Ave and E Lochland Rd
- Annexation request for property northwest of N Wildflower Dr and E Lochland Rd
- Preliminary/Final Plat review for the Reinhard Addition
- Preliminary/Final Plat review for Golden Triangle Third Subdivision
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✓ Decided: Hastings Planning Commission advances Comprehensive Plan update and four land-use items
The Planning Commission voted 8-0 to recommend approval of an amendment to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan updating demographic and housing data and the future land use map. It also voted 8-0 to recommend a zoning change from A-Agriculture to R-1A Single Family Large Lot Residential, annexation of a 1.47-acre parcel, and two preliminary/final plats (Reinhard Addition and Golden Triangle Third Subdivision), all near N Wildflower Ave and E Lochland Rd except the Golden Triangle plat. All items now go to the City Council, which has final say. The meeting also included staff presentations on the 2026 Housing Dashboard and residential zoning/missing middle, with no action taken.
- Recommended approval of 2025 Comprehensive Plan amendment updating demographic/housing data and future land use map (8-0)
- Recommended rezoning NW of N Wildflower Ave and E Lochland Rd from A-Agriculture to R-1A Single Family Large Lot Residential (8-0)
- Recommended annexation of 1.47-acre parcel NW of N Wildflower Dr and E Lochland Rd (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Preliminary/Final Plat for Reinhard Addition (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Preliminary/Final Plat for Golden Triangle Third Subdivision SE of Industry Circle and South Industry Circle (8-0)
- Approved August 18, 2026 minutes with a date correction (8-0)
- Adopted the September 22, 2026 agenda with a minutes-date change (8-0)
- Adjourned at 5:09 p.m. (8-0)
615 W 3rd St, Hastings
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HASTINGS PLANNING COMMISSION
A meeting of the Hastings Planning Commission has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 22,
2026 at 4:00 PM at City Hall, 615 W Hastings Ave.
AGENDA:
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
5.
Citizen Communication
6.
Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
7.
Approval of Minutes
a. Meeting of September 22, 2026
8.
Special Order of Business
9.
Unfinished Business
a. Continued Applications - None
b. Tabled Applications - None
c.
Postponed Applications - None
10.
Public Hearings.
a. 2026-411. Public hearing on an amendment to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan to
update demographic and housing data and the future land use map.
b. 2026-408. Public Hearing for a change of zoning for property generally located north-
west of the intersection of North Wildflower Avenue and East Lochland Road, from A-
Agriculture District to R-1A Single Family Large Lot Reside …
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Hastings Planning
Commission was conducted at Hastings City Hall,
615 W 3rd Street, Hastings, Nebraska, Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Chair Rosenberg called the meeting to order at 4:07 p.m. in Regular Session.
The following members were present: Craig Hubbard, Chuck Rosenberg, Greg Sinner,
Shawn Rossi, Rick Schnase, James Carson, Joe Kindig, and Sarah Bruce. Absent: Lou
Kully and Shannon Adler. The following City Officials were present: City Administrator,
Mark Funkey; City Attorney Jesse Oswald; Director/City Engineer, Lee Vrooman;
Director of Development Services, Kevin Kubo; City Planner, Ember Batelaan; Chief
Building Inspector, Danny Graves; Fire Inspector, Travis Nolan; IT Director Erik Nielsen;
Administrative Assistant, Melissa Woodard; and Public Information Manager Tony
Herrman.
Chair Rosenberg led the Commission in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the United
States of America.
Chair Rosenberg called for a motion to adopt the current agenda for the September 22,
2026, meeting. Woodard mentioned one change to the agenda: the date of the last
minutes. Moved by Sinner, seconded by Rossi, to adopt the current agenda. Ayes:
Kindig, Hubbard, Sinner, Rossi, Schnase, Bruce, Voice Call - Carson and Rosenberg.
Nays: None. Motion carried: 8-0.
Citizen Communications: None
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Rossi, to adopt the current agenda
7 yea
Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Schnase yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Schnase, seconded by Hubbard: Roll Call:
7 yea
Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Schnase yea · Rossi yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Kindig
7 yea
Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Schnase yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Schnase, seconded by Sinner
7 yea
Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Schnase yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Kindig, seconded by Hubbard
7 yea
Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Schnase yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Kindig, seconded by Schnase
7 yea
Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Schnase yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Carson, seconded by Rossi
7 yea
Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Schnase yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
motion to adjourn at 5:09 p.m. Motioned by Sinner, seconded by Kindig. Roll Call:
8 yea
Voice Call- Carson yea · Kindig yea · Hubbard yea · Rossi yea · Rosenberg yea · Sinner yea · Bruce yea · Schnase yea
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
8 yea
Joe Kindig yea · Rick Schnase yea · Craig Hubbard yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Sarah Bruce yea · James Carson yea
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Special
Council to consider the 2026-2027 Annual Appropriation Bill
The City Council will consider Ordinance No. 4844 to adopt the Annual Appropriation Bill for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The meeting also includes the ratification of a previously approved property tax request.
- Ordinance No. 4844: Annual Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2026-2027
- Ratification of Resolution No. 2026-52 regarding the fiscal year 2026-2027 property tax request
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✓ Decided: Hastings council approves $9.4M property tax request and 2026-27 budget
The Hastings City Council approved Resolution No. 2026-57 setting the fiscal year 2026-2027 property tax request at a different amount, after rejecting an amendment that would have lowered the tax rate. The council also approved Ordinance No. 4844, the Annual Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2026-2027. Four residents spoke on the budget and taxation, and Mayor Beckby said he will direct City Administration to set spending targets and departmental caps in a future mayoral budget.
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-57 adopting the FY2026-27 property tax request at a different amount (5-3, 1 abstention)
- Amendment to lower the tax rate from 0.406359 to 0.387076, with a $9,417,782.00 request, failed (3-4, 1 abstention)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4844 adopting the FY2026-27 Annual Appropriation Bill (5-3)
- Approved the agenda with item two considered before item one (7-1)
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The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in
accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the
agenda.
It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the
Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the
city council members, person having items on the agenda, and the public.
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers – City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
September 21, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for September 21, 2026 Special Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Special Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, September 18, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
AGENDA ITEMS
(1.)
Ordinance No. 4844 adopting the Annual Appropriation Bill for the City of Hastings
and adopting appropriate sums for the necessary expenses and liability for th …
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Monday, September 21, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W. 3rd
Street, on September 21, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Special Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Absent: None. Staff
present: City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler
Ficken; Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility
Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services
Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy
Vorderstrasse; Director of Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig;
Safety Director, Trent Clark; Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Brian Hoffman to approve the agenda with item two of
the agenda items to be considered first, followed by item one. Roll Call: Ayes: Steve
Huntley, Michael Anderson, Bra …
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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Brian Hoffman to approve the agenda with item two of the agenda items to be considered first, followed by item one. Roll Call:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Maggie Esch to approve Ordinance No. 4844 adopting the Annual Appropriation Bill for the City of Hastings and adopting appropriate sums for the necessary expenses and…
5 yea · 3 nay
Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Steve Huntley nay · Larry Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Worksession
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 16:00
General
Board to consider telecommunication tower variance at 1090 S Adams Central Ave
The Hastings Board of Adjustment will meet on September 17, 2026, at City Hall to conduct regular business. The primary item on the agenda is a variance request filed by Darren Hunter of Grinnell Group regarding height increases and setback decreases for a telecommunication tower.
- Variance request for height and setback adjustments for a telecommunication tower at 1090 S Adams Central Avenue, filed by Darren Hunter, Grinnell Group
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✓ Decided: Hastings Board of Adjustment tables cell tower variance request 5-0
The Board of Adjustment voted 5-0 to table a variance request from Darren Hunter of Grinnell Group for a 155-foot telecommunications tower at 1090 S Adams Central Avenue. The applicant asked that the item be removed from the agenda, and the Board opened a public hearing where James and Patricia Pratt of Juniata raised concerns about the tower's fall zone and their property. Staff recommended denial because the proposal exceeds the 120-foot height limit and does not meet the one-to-one setback requirement; the matter will return when the applicant is ready to present.
- Tabled variance request for a 155-foot cell tower at 1090 S Adams Central Avenue (5-0)
- Adopted the September 17, 2026 agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the August 27, 2026 meeting (5-0)
615 W 3rd St, Hastings
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HASTINGS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
A meeting of the Hastings Board of Adjustment has been scheduled for Thursday, September 17,
2026 at 4:00 PM At the City Hall Building, 615 W 3rd St, Hastings, NE.
AGENDA:
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Public Notice – Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today’s agenda and all reproducible written
material to be discussed at today’s meeting are available for public review. Additionally, a
current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to the public.
Neb. Rev. Statute 84.1411 (1bn).
4.
Communications and Appearance Request
5.
Unfinished Business
a. Continued Appeals or Requests
b. Tabled Appeals or Requests
c.
Postponed Appeals or Requests
6.
New Appeals or Requests
a. Variance Request, filed by Darren Hunter, Grinnell Group, to allow for an increase in
height and decrease in setback for a telecommunication tower at 1090 S Adams Central
Avenue, Hastings, NE 68901.
7.
Miscellaneous
a. Committee Reports
b. Chair's Report
c.
Staff Report
8.
Adjournment
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Hastings Board of Adjustment
was conducted at the City Hall Building, 615 W 3rd St, on September 17, 2026.
1. Call to Order
Chair Schwartzkopf called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Byron Jorgensen, Dan Schwartzkopf, Nic Dowling, Shawn Hartmann, and Butch Eley. We
have a quorum.
Attending: Kevin Kubo, Director of Development Services; Danny Graves, Chief Building
Inspector; Erik Nielsen, IT Director; and Melissa Woodard, Administrative Assistant.
3. Pledge of Allegiance
Dan Schwartzkopf led the Commission in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the United
States of America.
4. Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Board of Adjustment Meeting.
Chair Schwartzkopf called for a motion to adopt the current agenda for September 17,
2026 meeting. Moved by Hartmann, seconded by Eley, to adopt the current agenda.
Voice Roll Call - Ayes: Eley, Hartmann, Jorgensen, Dowling, and Schwartzkopf. Nays:
None. Motion carried: 5-0.
5. Communications and Appearance Request: None.
6. Public Notice
-Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with Nebraska
Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section 84-
1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material which will be discussed at today's meeting is availa …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Hartmann, seconded by Eley, to adopt the current agenda. Voice Roll Call
5 yea
Eley yea · Hartmann yea · Jorgensen yea · Dowling yea · Schwartzkopf yea
Moved by Hartmann, seconded by Dowling, to adopt the current agenda. Voice Roll Call
5 yea
Eley yea · Hartmann yea · Jorgensen yea · Dowling yea · Schwartzkopf yea
Moved by Hartmann, seconded by Dowling, to table the current agenda. Voice Roll Call
5 yea
Eley yea · Hartmann yea · Jorgensen yea · Dowling yea · Schwartzkopf yea
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Special
Council holds public hearings on 2026-2027 budget and property tax request
The Hastings City Council is holding a special meeting with two public hearings: one on the proposed 2026-2027 Annual Budget and another to set the property tax request for that fiscal year at an amount different from the previous year. The meeting includes roll call, pledge of allegiance, adoption of the agenda, and citizen communications. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the hearings are for public input.
- Public hearing on proposed 2026-2027 Annual Budget
- Public hearing to set property tax request for FY 2026-2027 different from FY 2025-2026
- Special meeting notice published in Hastings Tribune on September 11, 2026
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✓ Decided: Hastings City Council held public hearings on the 2026-2027 budget and tax request
The Hastings City Council held a special meeting on September 14, 2026, to conduct public hearings on the proposed 2026-2027 annual budget and the property tax request. Members of the public spoke in opposition to increased taxes during both hearings. The minutes record no other substantive decisions or votes taken by the council.
- Adopted current agenda (8-0)
- Held public hearing on proposed 2026-2027 Annual Budget
- Held public hearing to set property tax request for fiscal year 2026-2027
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The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in
accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the
agenda.
It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the
Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the
city council members, person having items on the agenda, and the public.
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers - City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
September 14, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for September 14, 2026 Special Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Special Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, September 11, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
AGENDA ITEMS
(1.)
Public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 Annual Budget for the City of Hastings
(2.)
Public hearing to set the property tax request for fiscal year 2026-20 …
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Council Session – 9/14/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Monday, September 14, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W. 3rd
Street, on September 14, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Special Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Absent: None. Staff
present: City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler
Ficken; Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility
Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services
Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy
Vorderstrasse; Director of Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig;
Safety Director, Trent Clark; Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson; City Planner,
Ember Batelaan.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Larry Consbruck seconded by Steve Huntley to adopt the current agenda. Roll
Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Maggie …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Larry Consbruck seconded by Steve Huntley to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to adopt FY 2026-27 budget, tax request, and salary schedules
The Hastings City Council will consider adopting the annual budget, property tax request, and fee schedule for fiscal year 2026-2027, along with salary schedules and wage addenda for police and firefighter unions. The consent agenda includes numerous routine approvals such as minutes, claims, work orders, and a letter of credit for groundwater contamination site obligations. A public hearing will be held on a conditional use permit for a convenience retail and micro social club at 223 E. 14th Street. The agenda also includes a possible executive session on a pending sewer damage litigation claim.
- Resolution 2026-52: adopt property tax request at a different amount for FY 2026-27
- Ordinance 4844: annual appropriation bill for FY 2026-27
- Resolution 2026-53: adopt 2026-2027 annual fee resolution
- Resolution 2026-54: amend Micro-TIF expedited review from 60 to 25 years
- Public hearing: conditional use permit for 223 E. 14th St (Johnny the Knife, LLC)
budgettaxesfeeszoningpublic-hearingpolicefirecontracts
✓ Decided: Hastings council raises property tax levy to 0.406359 to close $3.6M deficit
The City Council approved Resolution No. 2026-52, adopting a property tax request at a different amount for fiscal year 2026-2027, raising the levy to 0.406359, which the City Administrator said would add $1,191,889 in revenue plus $500,000 in utility dividend revenue. The vote was 5-4, with Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Larry Consbruck and Marc Rowan opposed. Council also approved the 2026-2027 Annual Fee Resolution, the Annual Appropriation Bill (Ordinance No. 4844), a 3% cost-of-living salary schedule, wage addendums for police and firefighters, and FY2026-27 insurance coverage. In closed session the council discussed a pending sewer-damage claim on Woodland Avenue and then authorized the Mayor and City Attorney to settle it; no votes were taken during the closed session itself.
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-52 raising the property tax levy to 0.406359 for FY2026-2027 (5-4; Huntley, Anderson, L. Consbruck, Rowan opposed)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-53 adopting the 2026-2027 Annual Fee Resolution (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4844, the Annual Appropriation Bill for FY2026-2027 (5-3; Huntley, L. Consbruck, Rowan opposed)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-54 amending Micro-TIF expedited redevelopment review from 60 years to 25 years to match state statute 18-2155 (8-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-55 granting John Ferrone / Johnny the Knife, LLC a conditional use permit for a micro social club at 223 E. 14th Street (7-1; Anderson opposed)
- Approved the 2026-2027 City salary schedule with a 3% cost-of-living adjustment (8-0)
- Approved wage addendums to the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 9 and Hastings Firefighters Association Local 675 contracts for Oct. 1, 2026–Sept. 30, 2027 (8-0 each)
- Approved FY2026-27 insurance coverage with Travelers, Tokio Marine, Old Republic, AEGIS, FM Global and Chubb (8-0)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Council Chambers – City Hall
615 W. 3rd Street
September 14, 2026
6:30 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for September 14, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, September 11, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
Service Anniversaries.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
All Consent Items.
(a)
Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of August 24, 2026
(b)
Approval of the minutes of the Worksession of August 17, 2026
(c)
Approval of claims and payroll except the claim of Vaughan's Printing
(d)
Report on objections to Gas Improvement District No. 2026-1 Lakeview 11th
Subdivision
(e)
Approval of the Mayor signing letter of approval and support for railroad safety
improvements at BNSF railroad crossing on A Street between Keystone Avenue
and Emerson Avenue
(f)
Authorizing the Mayor to execute documents necessary to obtain and maintain a …
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Council Session – 9/14/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, September 14, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 615 W. 3rd
Street, on September 14, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Absent: None. Staff
present: City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler
Ficken; Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility
Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services
Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy
Vorderstrasse; Director of Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig;
Safety Director, Trent Clark; Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson; City Planner,
Ember Batelaan.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Michael Anderson seconded by Brian Hoffman to adopt the current agenda. Roll
Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Maggie …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the business shall be established within 180 days of approval. The Planning Commission voted 6-0-1 to recommend approval of the zoning change with conditions on the maximum number of guests…
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Michael Anderson nay
that the proposal to increase does not eliminate the deficit; the City will only bleed less. The Council discussed the process for cuts and whether those decisions should come from the Council or…
5 yea · 4 nay
Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · George Beckby yea · Steve Huntley nay · Michael Anderson nay · Larry Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Maggie Esch to adopt Ordinance No. 4844 adopting the Annual Appropriation Bill for the City of Hastings and adopting appropriate sums for the necessary expenses and…
5 yea · 3 nay
Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Steve Huntley nay · Larry Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay
The other 16 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
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Sources: IRS/ProPublica, EPA ECHO
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 09:00
Utility Board
Hastings Utility Board to review Q3 financial update and insurance presentation
The Hastings Utility Board will conduct a regular meeting to discuss financial and operational updates. The agenda includes a Q3 financial update and an insurance presentation by FNIC.
- Q3 Financial Update
- FNIC Insurance Presentation
- Approval of August 13, 2026, meeting minutes
utilitiesfinanceinsuranceoperations
✓ Decided: Hastings Utility Board approves August minutes, holds closed session on real estate
The Utility Board adopted its September 10, 2026 agenda and approved the minutes of its August 13, 2026 meeting. Members received a Q3 financial update covering the electric, gas, water, and sewer departments and discussed the insurance program for Hastings Utilities. The board entered closed session at 9:34 am to discuss a potential real estate purchase and came out at 9:56 am; no decision from that session is recorded in the minutes. The meeting adjourned at 9:57 am.
- Adopted the September 10, 2026 regular meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the August 13, 2026 Utility Board meeting (5-0)
- Entered closed session at 9:34 am to discuss a potential real estate purchase (5-0)
- Came out of closed session at 9:56 am (5-0)
- Adjourned at 9:57 am (5-0)
Council Chambers — Hastings City Hall, Hastings
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HASTINGS UTILITY BOARD
AGENDA
Council Chambers — Hastings City Hall
615 West 3rd
September 10, 2026
9:00 AM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR September 10, 2026 REGULAR
MEETING.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the
Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised
Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all
reproducible written material which will be discussed at today's meeting is located at
the back of the Council Chambers. Also, a current copy of the Nebraska Open
Meetings Act is posted on the south wall of the Council Chambers which is accessible
to members of the public.
MANAGER'S COMMUNICATIONS:
BOARD CHAIRMAN'S COMMUNICATIONS:
BOARD MEMBERS' COMMUNICATIONS:
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
All Consent Items.
(a)
Approval of the minutes of the Hastings Utility Board Meeting of August
13, 2026.
REGULAR AGENDA:
2.
Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting.
3.
General Business.
(a)
Finance
i.
Q3 Financial Update
(b)
Production
(c)
Operations
(d)
Administration
i.
FNIC Insurance Presentation
(e)
Other
4.
Possible Closed Session (if necessary or requested).
ADJOURN:
The Hastings Utility Board reserves the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the
meeting, in accordance with the Nebrask …
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF UTILITY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the Utility Board of Hastings,
Nebraska was conducted Council Chambers — Hastings City Hall, on September 10, 2026.
ROLL CALL:
This meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by Scott Kvols with the following members
present: Jeanette Dewalt, Susan Meeske, Regg Rutt, Pat Mertens.
Derek Zeisler, Erik Nielsen, Kirk Layton, Lee Vrroman, Noel Nienhueser, Tony Herrman,
Brandan Lubken, Micah McCaffery, Shane Stone, Jeanne Espina, Steve Huntley, Larry Fox,
Kyle Patten, Karl Block, Roger Nash, Lori Hartman, Jesse Oswald, Mark Funkey, Jay Beckby
Absenty: Larry Consbruck
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Scott Kvols led the group in the recital of the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR September 10, 2026 REGULAR
MEETING.
Moved by and seconded by Meeske to adopt the current agenda for the September 10, 2026
Regular Meeting. Roll Call: Ayes: Kvols, Dewalt, Meeske, Rutt, Mertens. Nays: None. The
motion carried.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the
Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised
Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all
reproducible written material which will be discussed at today's meeting is lo …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by and seconded by Meeske to adopt the current agenda for the September 10, 2026 Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Rutt to approve the minutes for the meeting of August 13, 2026. Roll Call:
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:34 am. Motioned by Dewalt, seconded by Mertens
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:34 am. Motioned by Dewalt, seconded by Mertens. Ayes: Kvols, Dewalt, Meeske, Rutt, Mertens. Nays: None. Approved. Motioned by Meeske and seconded by Mertens to…
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:34 am. Motioned by Dewalt, seconded by Mertens. Ayes: Kvols, Dewalt, Meeske, Rutt, Mertens. Nays: None. Approved. Motioned by Meeske and seconded by Mertens to…
5 yea
Kvols yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to review mock variance cases
The Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct business and review staff reports. The agenda includes a staff report featuring mock cases to determine the approval or denial of variances.
- Staff report on mock cases for variance approval or denial
zoningvariancesboard-of-adjustment
✓ Decided: Hastings Board of Adjustment approves May 7 minutes; no appeals or requests heard
The Hastings Board of Adjustment met on August 27, 2026, and approved the minutes of its May 7, 2026 meeting on a 4-0 vote. The board recorded no unfinished business, no new appeals or requests, and no committee, chair, or staff reports. City Planner Ember Batelaan led the board through four mock variance cases for practice in deciding whether to approve or deny a variance. The meeting adjourned at 5:30 p.m.
- Approved May 7, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
- No new appeals or requests were before the board
- No tabled, continued, or postponed appeals or requests
- Held a training exercise on four mock variance cases
3300 W 12th St, Hastings
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HASTINGS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
A meeting of the Hastings Board of Adjustment has been scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026
at 4:00 PM at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W 12th Street, Hastings, NE.
AGENDA:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
4. Communications and Appearance Request
5. Unfinished Business
a. Continued Appeals or Requests
b. Tabled Appeals or Requests
c. Postponed Appeals or Requests
6. New Appeals or Requests
7. Miscellaneous
a. Committee Reports
b. Chair's Report
c. Staff Report
i. Mock cases for BoA to determine whether to approve or deny a variance.
8. Adjournment
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Hastings Board of Adjustment was
conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W 12th Street, Hastings, NE, on August 27,
2026.
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
Jorgenson, Schwartzkopf, Dowling, and Eley.
The following City Officials were present: Kevin Kubo, Director of Development Services;
Ember Batelaan, City Planner; and Danny Graves, Chief Building Inspector.
3.
Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
4.
Approval of Minutes
a. Meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026
Dan Schwartzkopf called for a motion to approve the minutes of the May 7, 2026,
meeting. Moved by Eley, seconded by Dowling. Voice Roll Call: Ayes: Jorgenson,
Schwartzkopf, Dowling, and Eley. Motion Carried 4-0.
5.
Communications and Appearance Request
6.
Unfinished Business
a. Continued Appeals or Requests
None.
b. Tabled Appeals or Reques …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to set 2027-2032 street plan, 911 surcharge, liquor license
The Hastings City Council will hold public hearings on the 2027-2032 One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan, a proposed increase to the Adams County Enhanced 911 surcharge, and a Class D liquor license for S Mart 10. The council will also discuss the 2026-2027 budget and consider ordinances on water/sewer rates, e-bike rules, and solar farm rates.
- Public hearing on 2027-2032 Street Improvement Plan (Resolution 2026-50)
- Public hearing on Adams County Enhanced 911 surcharge increase (Ordinance 4842)
- Public hearing on Class D liquor license for S Mart 10 at 500 S. Burlington Ave
- Budget discussion and special meeting for 2026-2027 budget hearing
- Ordinances on water/sewer rates, e-bike rules, and solar farm rate rider
✓ Decided: Council adopts 2027-2032 street plan and raises 911 surcharge
The Hastings City Council approved the 2027-2032 One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan, increased the Adams County Enhanced 911 surcharge, and adopted several ordinances including new water and sewer rates, a solar farm rate rider, and e-bike regulations. The council also discussed the 2026-2027 budget, with options to reduce the deficit, and approved a liquor license for S Mart 10.
- Approved 2027-2032 One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4842 increasing Adams County Enhanced 911 surcharge (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4838 amending e-bike code to include off-road motor vehicles (7-1)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4839 establishing water rates (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4840 establishing sewer rate schedule (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4841 establishing solar farm rate rider (8-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-48 for Community Redevelopment Authority levy (7-1)
- Approved Class D liquor license for S Mart 10 at 500 S. Burlington Ave (8-0)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 West 12th Street
August 24, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for August 24, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, August 21, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
All Consent Items.
(a)
Approval of the minutes of the Special Council Meeting of July 28, 2026
(b)
Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of August 10, 2026
(c)
Approval of claims and payroll
(d)
Approval of Pay Estimate #3 in the amount of $167,768.10 for the Revive Inc.
project 24-PWF-001 (CDBG portion per Memorandum of Understanding is
$129,013.67)
(e)
Approval of the request for Community Development Block Grant funds, drawdown
in the amount of $129,013.67 for contract work on Revive Inc. project 24-PWF-001
(f)
Approval of Work Order WA-147 Water Extension District 2026-1 to Lakeview 11th
Subdi …
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Council Session – 8/24/2026
Page 1
CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, August 24, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 West 12th Street, on
August 24, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc Rowan,
Maggie Esch, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Absent: None. Staff present: City
Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler Ficken; Director of
Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen; Information
Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility Manager, Derek
Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services Director, Kevin Kubo;
Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy Vorderstrasse; Director of
Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig; Safety Director, Trent Clark;
Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson; Police Captain, Jason Haase.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Maggie Esch, …
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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Michael Anderson seconded by Maggie Esch to approve second reading of Ordinance No. 4838 amending Section 50-704 of the Hastings City Code pertaining to E-Bikes, E-Scooters, and Hoverboards…
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Larry Consbruck nay
Moved by Brian Hoffman seconded by Steve Huntley to approve Ordinance No. 4838 on second and final reading amending Section 50-704 of the Hastings City Code pertaining to E-Bikes, E-Scooters, and…
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Larry Consbruck nay
Moved by Brian Hoffman seconded by Maggie Esch to approve Resolution No. 2026- 48 approving the levy authority for the Community Redevelopment Authority. Director of the Community Redevelopment…
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Michael Anderson nay
The other 23 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hear street improvement plan and two public hearings
The Hastings Planning Commission will receive a presentation on the city's One and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan. Two public hearings are scheduled: one for a conditional use permit for a convenience retail and automobile use at 223 E 14th Street, and another for a Micro-TIF Amendment to reduce the time limit from 60 to 25 years. The commission will also discuss a Comprehensive Plan Update.
- Presentation of the City of Hastings One and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan
- Public hearing for conditional use permit (John Ferrone, JTK) at 223 E 14th Street for convenience retail/automobile; hours limited to 8 am–1 am, use must be established within 180 days
- Public hearing for Micro-TIF Amendment to revise time limit from 60 years to 25 years (state statute 18-2155)
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves conditional use permit for Johnny the Knife social club
The Hastings Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for John Ferrone's Johnny the Knife, LLC, a speakeasy-themed social club at 223 E 14th Street. The approval includes conditions limiting hours of operation to 8 a.m. to 1 a.m., requiring the use to be established within 180 days, and limiting membership to 30 registered people. The commission also received a presentation on the One and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan and discussed a Micro-TIF amendment to reduce the property age requirement from 60 to 25 years.
- Approved conditional use permit for Johnny the Knife, LLC at 223 E 14th St (6-0-1, Hubbard abstained)
- Added condition limiting business to a Micro-Social Club with 30 registered members (7-0)
- Approved minutes of June 16, 2026 meeting (8-0)
- Adopted current agenda (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 5:42 p.m. (7-0)
3300 W 12th St, Hastings
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HASTINGS PLANNING COMMISSION
A meeting of the Hastings Planning Commission has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 18,
2026 at 4:00 PM at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W 12th St.
AGENDA:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
5. Citizen Communications
6. Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
7. Approval of Minutes
a. Meeting of June 16, 2026
8. Special Order of Business
a. “Presentation of the City of Hastings One and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan”
9. Unfinished Business
a. Continued Applications - None
b. Tabled Applications - None
c. Postponed Applications - None
10. Public Hearings.
a. 2026-312. Public hearing to consider the request from John Ferrone, Johnny the
Knife, LLC (JTK), for a conditional use permit for convenience retail, automobile for
property commonly addressed as 223 E 14th Street, City of Hastings, Adams County,
Nebraska.
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Hastings Planning
Commission was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport,
3300 W 12th Street, Hastings, Nebraska, Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Chair Rosenberg called the meeting to order at 4:04 p.m. in Regular Session. Chair
Rosenberg welcomed James Carson to the Planning Commission.
The following members were present: Craig Hubbard, Chuck Rosenberg, Greg Sinner,
Shannon Adler, Lou Kully, Shawn Rossi, James Carson, and Sarah Bruce. Absent: Rick
Schnase and Joe Kindig. The following City Officials were present: City Attorney Jesse
Oswald; Director/City Engineer, Lee Vrooman; City Mayor Jay Beckby; Director of
Development Services, Kevin Kubo; City Planner, Ember Batelaan; Chief Building
Inspector, Danny Graves; Fire Inspector, Travis Nolan; IT Director Erik Nielsen; and
Public Information Manager Tony Herrman.
Chair Rosenberg asked everyone to observe a moment of silence for former Planning
Commissioner and former Chairman, Marshall Gaines, who served for many years and
passed away recently.
Chair Rosenberg led the Commission in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the United
States of America.
Chair Rosenberg welcomed our new Commissioner, James Carson, who was at his first
meeting and was also appointed to the Commission.
Chair Rosenberg called for a motion to adopt the current agenda for the Au …
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Kully, to adopt the current agenda
8 yea
Kindig yea · Kully yea · Hubbard yea · Adler yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Hubbard: Roll Call:
8 yea
Kindig yea · Kully yea · Hubbard yea · Adler yea · Sinner yea · Rossi yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Kully
7 yea
Kully yea · Hubbard yea · Adler yea · Sinner yea · Carson yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Kully, seconded by Sinner
6 yea
Carson yea · Kully yea · Adler yea · Sinner yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
motion to adjourn at 5:42 p.m. Motioned by Sinner, seconded by Hubbard. Roll Call:
7 yea
Carson yea · Kully yea · Hubbard yea · Rosenberg yea · Sinner yea · Bruce yea · Adler yea
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
8 yea
Craig Hubbard yea · Lou Kully yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shannan Adler yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Sarah Bruce yea · James Carson yea
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Worksession
Council to discuss 2026-27 city and utility budgets, hear presentations
The Hastings City Council is holding a worksession to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 City Budget and Utility Budget. The agenda also includes presentations from the League of Nebraska Municipalities, the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Hastings Economic Development Corp. This is a discussion-only meeting; no formal votes are listed beyond adopting the agenda.
- Discussion of proposed 2026-2027 City Budget and Utility Budget
- Presentation by League of Nebraska Municipalities
- Presentation from Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce
- Presentation from Hastings Economic Development Corp
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✓ Decided: Council reviews 2026-27 budget, levy options; no votes taken
The Hastings City Council held a worksession with presentations from the League of Nebraska Municipalities, the Chamber of Commerce, and a site consultant, followed by a detailed discussion of the proposed 2026-2027 city and utility budgets. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting; the budget discussion was informational, covering revenue options, levy rates, and potential cuts.
- Adopted current agenda (8-0)
- No formal decisions made on budget or levy; discussion only
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The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in
accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the
agenda.
It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the
Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the
city council members, person having items on the agenda, and the public.
Worksession meetings are intended to allow for communication and discussion amongst the elected officials. At the
prerogative of the presiding officer of the worksession, city staff, consultants or citizens may be requested or allowed
to address specific items on the worksession agenda.
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
WORKSESSION AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 W. 12th Street
August 17, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for August 17, 2026 Worksession.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Worksession was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, August 14, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public. …
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Council Session – 8/17/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION
Monday, August 17, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the
City of Hastings, Nebraska was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W.
12th Street, on August 17, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Council President
Huntley with the following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad
Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman, Marc Rowan, Maggie Esch.
Absent: None. City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City
Clerk, Tyler Ficken; Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology
Director, Erik Nielsen; Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information
Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee
Vrooman; Development Services Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks and
Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy Vorderstrasse; Director of Human
Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig; Safety Director, Trent Clark;
Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson; Police Chief, Adam Story.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Michael Anderson seconded by Larry Consbruck to adopt the current
agenda. Roll Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry
Consbruck, Maggie Esch, Marc …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Michael Anderson seconded by Larry Consbruck to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 09:00
Utility Board
Utility board to weigh budget, fees, chamber funding
The Hastings Utility Board is meeting to handle routine business and several financial items. The board will consider approving funding for the Chamber of Commerce and HEDC, water and sewer ordinance recommendations, a community solar farm financing recommendation, fee schedule changes, and a utility budget update and approval recommendation. The meeting also includes election of officers and a possible closed session.
- Funding recommendation for Chamber of Commerce and HEDC
- Water ordinance approval recommendation
- Sewer ordinance approval recommendation
- Community solar farm financing approval recommendation
- Utility budget approval recommendation
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✓ Decided: Utility Board approves $205K in Chamber/HEDC funding
The Utility Board approved funding recommendations for the Chamber of Commerce ($30,000) and HEDC ($175,000), along with several ordinances and the utility budget. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also elected new officers: Scott Kvols as Chairman, Jeanette Dewalt as Co-Chairman, and Susan Meeske as Secretary.
- Approved $175,000 for HEDC and $30,000 for Chamber of Commerce (5-0)
- Approved Water Ordinance 4839 (5-0)
- Approved Sewer Ordinance 4840 (5-0)
- Approved Community Solar Farm Ordinance 4841 (5-0)
- Approved Fee Schedule Changes (5-0)
- Approved utility budget to move to City Council (5-0)
- Elected Scott Kvols as Chairman, Jeanette Dewalt as Co-Chairman, Susan Meeske as Secretary (5-0)
Airport Conference Room - Hastings Municipal Airport, Hastings
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HASTINGS UTILITY BOARD
AGENDA
Airport Conference Room - Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 W 12th Street
August 13, 2026
9:00 AM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR August 13, 2026 REGULAR
MEETING.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the
Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute
Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all
reproducible written material which will be discussed at today's meeting is located at
the back of the Council Chambers. Also, a current copy of the Nebraska Open
Meetings Act is posted on the south wall of the Council Chambers, which is accessible
to members of the public.
MANAGER'S COMMUNICATIONS:
BOARD CHAIRMAN'S COMMUNICATIONS:
BOARD MEMBERS' COMMUNICATIONS:
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1.
All Consent Items.
(a)
Approval of the minutes of the Hastings Utility Board Meeting of July 23,
2026.
REGULAR AGENDA:
2.
Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting.
3.
General Business.
(a)
Finance
i.
Presentation from Chamber/HEDC
ii.
Recommendation of approval for funding the Chamber of
Commerce and HEDC.
iii.
Water Ordinance Approval Recommendation
iv.
Sewer Ordinance Approval Recommendation
v.
Community Solar Farm Orfinance Approval Recommendation
vi.
Fee Schedule Changes Approval Recommendation …
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF UTILITY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the Utility Board of Hastings,
Nebraska was conducted Airport Conference Room - Hastings Municapal Airport
3300 W 12th Street, on August 13, 2026.
ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by Jeanette Dewalt with the following members
present: Jeanette Dewalt, Scott Kvols, Susan Meeske, Regg Rutt, Patt Mertens.
Derek Zesiler, Erik Nielsen, Jaci Higgins, Jeanne Espina, Tony Herrman, Shane Stone, Larry
Fox, Karl Block, Jason Redding, Steve Huntley, Brandan Lubken, Kyle Patten, Nowl
Nienhueser, Lee Vrooman, Jesse Oswald, Micah McCaffery, Roger Nash, Mark Funkey.
Absent: Jay Beckby, Larry Consbruck.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Jeanette Dewalt led the group in the recital of the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of
America.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR August 13, 2026 REGULAR
MEETING.
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Kvols to adopt the current agenda for August 13, 2026.
Regular Meeting. Roll Call: Ayes: Dewalt, Kvols, Meeske, Rutt, Mertens. Nays: None The
motion carried.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the
Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute
Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all
reproducible written material …
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Kvols to adopt the current agenda for August 13, 2026. Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Kvols and seconded by Meeske to approve the minutes for the meeting of July 23, 2026. Roll Call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Kvols and seconded by Meeske to approve the minutes for the meeting of July 23, 2026. Roll Call: Ayes:Dewalt, Kvols, Meeske, Rutt, Mertens. Nays: None. Approved. REGULAR AGENDA: 2…
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Ordinance 4839. Seconded by Rutt. Roll call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Ordinance 4840. Seconded by Rutt. Roll call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Ordinance 4841. Seconded by Mertens. Roll call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
to approve the Fee Schedule Change. Seconded by Rutt. Roll call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
to approve the utility budget to move on to City Council. Seconded by Mertens. Roll call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Dewalt, seconded by Meeske, that the nominations for Chairman of the Board cease and a vote on the nomination for Scott Kvols be voted on. Roll Call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Meeske, seconded by Rutt to nominate Jeanette Dewalt as the Co- Chairman of the Board. Roll Call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Kvols seconded by Rutt to nominate Susan Meeske as Secretary to the Board. Roll Call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Susan Meeske, seconded by Pat Mertens, there being no further business to adjourn at 9:52 am. Roll Call:
5 yea
Dewalt yea · Kvols yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider ordinance on off-road vehicles on public property
The Hastings City Council will hold its regular meeting, primarily handling routine consent items such as approving minutes, claims, and liquor license renewals. The main substantive item is a proposed ordinance (No. 4838) that would amend city code to regulate off-road motor vehicles on public property. The agenda also includes several event requests and standard procedural matters.
- Ordinance No. 4838 amending Section 50-704 regarding E-bikes, E-scooters, hoverboards, and off-road motor vehicles on public property
- Renewal of numerous Class C liquor licenses, catering permits, and a cigar shop license for Nov 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2027
- Special Olympics Nebraska Truck Convoy on September 19, 2026
- Hastings College Melody Round-Up Parade on September 26, 2026
- Approval of minutes, claims, and payroll
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✓ Decided: Council approves off-road vehicle rules for public property
The City Council approved Ordinance No. 4838, amending city code to add provisions on operating off-road motor vehicles on public property, including bike trails. The change addresses complaints about electric dirt bikes in parks and trails, with enforcement via education, warnings, and citations. The council also approved the consent agenda (excluding items e and f), which included liquor license renewals, and separately approved requests for the Special Olympics Nebraska Truck Convoy and the Hastings College Melody Round-Up Parade.
- Approved Ordinance No. 4838, adding off-road motor vehicle provisions to city code, including on bike trails.
- Approved the consent agenda (items a-d), including minutes, claims/payroll, and liquor license renewals.
- Approved Special Olympics Nebraska's request to travel through Hastings for its Truck Convoy on September 19, 2026.
- Approved Hastings College's request to use city property for the Melody Round-Up Parade on September 26, 2026.
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 West 12th Street
August 10, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for August 10, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, August 7, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
Service Anniversaries.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. All Consent Items.
(a) Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of July 27, 2026
(b) Approval of the minutes of the Worksession of July 20, 2026
(c) Approval of claims and payroll
(d) Approval of the renewal of Liquor License Applications for the following Class "C"
Liquor Licenses for the period of November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2027:
201 N. Lincoln Enterprises, LLC, Adams County Ag. Society, BG Olive Saloon,
LLC, B & R Stores, Inc. (2), Barista's of Hastings, LLC, Barrel Bar II, LLC, Budson,
Inc., Caribbean Bar & Grill, LLC, Cheese Shop, LLC, Disabled American Veterans,
Eagles FO Hasting …
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, August 10, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 West 12th
Street, on August 10, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Maggie Esch. Absent: Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman. Staff present:
City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald; City Clerk, Tyler Ficken;
Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Technology Director, Erik Nielsen;
Information Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility
Manager, Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services
Director, Kevin Kubo; Director of Parks & Recreation, Jeff Hassenstab; Fire Chief, Troy
Vorderstrasse; Director of Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library Director, Kelly Reisig;
Safety Director, Trent Clark; Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson; Police Chief,
Adam Story.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Maggie Esch to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Maggie Esch, Marc Rowan. Nays:
None. Absen …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ROLL CALL:
5 yea · 2 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Larry Consbruck nay · Matt Fong nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Special
City Council to discuss and potentially vote on Heartland Pet Connection
The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the current situation regarding Heartland Pet Connection. The body may take a vote on the matter following the discussion.
- Discussion and possible vote regarding Heartland Pet Connection
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✓ Decided: Council postpones Heartland Pet Connection contract talks to 2027
The Hastings City Council discussed the Heartland Pet Connection contract and voted 5-3 to postpone negotiations until January 1, 2027. The current contract remains in place until 2028. No new contract was approved or denied.
- Postponed Heartland Pet Connection contract negotiations until January 1, 2027 (5-3)
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The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in
accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the
agenda.
It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the
Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the
city council members, person having items on the agenda, and the public.
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 W. 12th Street
July 28, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for July 28, 2026 Special Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Special Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, July 24, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised
that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material to be discussed at today's
meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is in
the meeting room and accessible to members of the public.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Discussion of the current situation and discussions with Heartland Pet Connection and
possible vote. (Requested by Councilmembers Mike Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Lar …
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Council Session – 7/28/2026
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CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W. 12th Street,
on July 28, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Special Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry
Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman, Marc Rowan, Maggie Esch. Absent: None.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Michael Anderson seconded by Larry Consbruck to approve the current agenda.
Roll Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck,
Maggie Esch, Marc Rowan, Brian Hoffman, Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent: None. The
motion carried.
Official Notice of the Special Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on Friday, July
24, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised that
a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material to be discussed at today's
meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is in the meeting room and accessible to members of the public.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS:
Diane Dube, Tammy Craig, Lee Hogan, Chuck Newman and Craig Hubbard spoke on item
1.
AGE …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the reasons for the rejection of the contract were not effectively communicated. Steps moving forward were discussed and Mayor Beckby implored that those making the decisions for Heartland Pet…
5 yea · 3 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Brad Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay · Matt Fong nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Hastings City Council to consider new industrial natural gas rates
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects and administrative grants. The body is deciding on new natural gas rate schedules for large industrial customers and updates to animal cruelty codes.
- Ordinance No. 4837 establishing a Natural Gas Rate Schedule For Sales to Large Volume Industrial Customers
- Resolution No. 2026-45 and 2026-46 for Lakeview 11th Subdivision water, sewer, and paving projects
- Ordinance No. 4836 amending City Code Section 6-223 regarding cruelty to animals
- Pay Estimate No. 2 to Revive, Inc. in the amount of $87,516.97 for CDBG Project 24-PFW-001
- Special Designated Liquor License for Paul's Cigar Bar for the Antique Airplane Annual Fly-in
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✓ Decided: City Council establishes natural gas rate schedule for industrial customers
The City Council approved a new natural gas rate schedule for large volume industrial customers and updated city code regarding animal cruelty. Other actions included authorizing infrastructure bids for Lakeview 11th Subdivision and approving several community development grant payments.
- Approved Ordinance No. 4837 establishing Natural Gas Rate Schedule for Large Volume Industrial Customers (8-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4836 amending City Code Section 6-223 regarding cruelty to animals (8-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-43 for veteran parking signs in city lots (8-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-45 and 2026-46 for Lakeview 11th Subdivision water, sewer, and paving bids (8-0)
- Approved use of city property for Antique Airplane Annual Fly-In (8-0)
- Approved use of city property for ASAPP Support Starts Here Color Run (8-0)
- Approved $330.00 claim for Vaughan's Printing (7-0)
- Approved various Community Development Block Grant invoices and drawdowns (8-0)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 West 12th Street
July 27, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for July 27, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, July 24, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised
that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material to be discussed at today's
meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is in
the meeting room and accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. All Consent Items.
(a) Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of July 13, 2026
(b) Approval of claims and payroll except the claim of Vaughan's Printing
(c) Approval of Work Order EL-322, installation of a padmount switch and transformer
at CPI west of Showboat Boulevard, north of BNSF Railroad
(d) Approval of the request of the Nebraska Chapter of the Antique Airplane
Association to utilize city property for the Nebraska Chapter Antique Airplane
Annual Fly In on August 28, 2026 - August 31, 2026 at the Hastings Municipal
Airport (Insurance Pending)
(e) Approval of the request of 201 N. Lincoln Enterprises …
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Council Session – 7/27/2026 Page 1
CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, July 27, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the
City of Hastings, Nebraska was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 West
12th Street, on July 27, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with
the following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck,
Larry Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman, Marc Rowan, Maggie Esch. Absent: None.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda.
Roll Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck,
Maggie Esch, Marc Rowan, Brian Hoffman, Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent: None. The
motion carried.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings
Tribune on Friday, July 24, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-
1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material to be discussed at today's meeting is available for public review and a current
copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is in the meeting room and accessible to
members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS:
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. All C …
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Marc Rowan seconded by Brian Hoffman to approve the consent agenda except items d and f. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to approve the request of the NE Chapter of the Antique Airplane Association to utilize city property for the NE Chapter Antique Airplane Annual…
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Larry Consbruck to approve the request of ASAPP (Area Substance & Alcohol Abuse Prevention) to utilize city property for the ASAAP Support Starts Here Color Run to be…
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Brian Hoffman seconded by Matt Fong to approve the claim of Vaughan's Printing in the amount of $330.00. Roll Call:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Marc Rowan seconded by Matt Fong to approve Resolution 2026-43 pertaining to the placement of veteran parking signs in City parking lots. Roll Call:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Brian Hoffman to Ordinance No. 4836 amending City Code Section 6-223 pertaining to cruelty of animals. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to approve Ordinance No. 4837 Establishing a Natural Gas Rate Schedule For Sales to Large Volume Industrial Customers. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Steve Huntley to suspend the rules and approve Ordinance No. 4837 Establishing a Natural Gas Rate Schedule For Sales to Large Volume Industrial Customers on second and…
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Steve Huntley to suspend the rules and approve Ordinance No. 4836 amending City Code Section 6-223 pertaining to cruelty of animals on second and final reading. Roll…
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Larry Consbruck to approve the appointment as presented. Roll Call:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
ROLL CALL:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
All Consent Items. [Approve]
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Maggie Esch yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 09:00
Utility Board
Utility Board to discuss solar, budget, and ordinance
The Hastings Utility Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss updates on WEC Unit 1, Solar Phase II, and a proposed ordinance. The board will also receive a presentation on the Utilities Budget.
- Approval of June 11, 2026 meeting minutes
- WEC Unit 1 Update
- Solar Phase II Update
- Proposed Ordinance No. 4837
- Utilities Budget Presentation
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✓ Decided: Utility Board approves moving Proposed Ordinance No. 4837 to City Council
The Utility Board approved the advancement of Proposed Ordinance No. 4837 to the City Council to expand gas user services. The board also received a detailed presentation on the FY 26-27 Utilities Budget, covering electric, gas, water, and sewer departments.
- Approved Proposed Ordinance No. 4837 to move forward to city council (4-0)
- Approved minutes of the June 11, 2026 meeting (4-0)
- Adopted the July 23, 2026 regular meeting agenda (4-0)
Airport Conference Room - Hastings Municipal Airport, Hastings
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HASTINGS UTILITY BOARD
AGENDA
Airport Conference Room - Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 W 12th Street
July 23, 2026
9:00 AM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR July 23, 2026 REGULAR MEETING.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the
Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute
Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all
reproducible written material which will be discussed at today's meeting is located at
the back of the Council Chambers. Also, a current copy of the Nebraska Open
Meetings Act is posted on the south wall of the Council Chambers which is accessible
to members of the public.
MANAGER'S COMMUNICATIONS:
BOARD CHAIRMAN'S COMMUNICATIONS:
BOARD MEMBERS' COMMUNICATIONS:
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. All Consent Items.
(a) Approval of the minutes of the Hastings Utility Board Meeting of June 11,
2026.
REGULAR AGENDA:
2. Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting.
3. General Business.
(a) Finance
(b) Production
i. WEC Unit 1 Update
(c) Other
i. Solar Phase II Update
ii. Proposed Ordinance No. 4837
(d) Operations
(e) Administration
i. Utilities Budget Presentation
4. Possible Closed Session (if necessary or requested).
ADJOURN:
The Hastings Utility Board reserves the right to enter into an executive session at any time during …
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Utility Board – 7/23/2026 Page 1
CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF UTILITY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the Utility Board of Hastings,
Nebraska was conducted Airport Conference Room - Hastings Municapal Airport
3300 W 12th Street, on July 23, 2026.
ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by Jeanette Dewalt with the following members
present: Susan Meeske, Regg Rutt, Pat Mertens
Derek Zeisler, Erik Nielsen, Tony Herrman, Jaci Higgins, Jeanne Espina, Steve Huntley, Micah
McCaffery, Shane Stone, Noel Nienhueser, Kyle Patten, Larry Fox, Lee Vrooman, Brandan
Lubken, Jason Redding, Roger Nash.
Absent: Scott Kvols, Jesse Oswald, Mark Funkey, Jay Beckby, Larry Consbruck
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Jeanette Dewalt led the group in the recital of the Pleadge of Allegiance to the United States of
America.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA FOR July 23, 2026 REGULAR MEETING.
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Rutt to adopt the current agenda for the July 23, 2026
regular meeting. Roll Call: Ayes:Dewalt, Meeske, Rutt, Mertens. Nays: None. Absent: Kvols.
The motion carried.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the
Hastings Tribune on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute
Section 84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all
reproducible written material which will be discussed at today's …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Rutt to adopt the current agenda for the July 23, 2026 regular meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Mertens to approve the minutes for the June, 11, 2026, meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Ordinance No. 4837 to move forward to city council. Utility Board – 7/23/2026 Page 3 Rutt seconds. Roll call:
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Moved by Susan Meeske, seconded by Pat Mertens, there being no further business to adjourn at 10:48 am. Roll Call:
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Rutt yea · Mertens yea
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Public hearing on conditional use permit for convenience retail at 223 E 14th St
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request from John Ferrone (JTK, LLC) for a conditional use permit to operate a convenience retail/automobile business at 223 E 14th Street. Staff recommends approval with conditions limiting hours to 8 am–1 am and requiring establishment within 180 days. The commission will also approve June meeting minutes and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update and the 2026 Housing Dashboard.
- Public hearing: conditional use permit for convenience retail/automobile at 223 E 14th St (John Ferrone/JTK)
- Staff recommendation: approve with conditions (hours 8 am–1 am, use established within 180 days)
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 16, 2026
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update
- Discussion of 2026 Housing Dashboard
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission denies R-2 rezoning for South Colorado Ave property
The Hastings Planning Commission voted 6-1 to deny a request to rezone property east of South Colorado Avenue from R-1 (Urban Single-Family Residential) to R-2 (Mixed Density Neighborhood), which would have allowed a duplex. The commission also approved the final plat for the Lakeview 11th Subdivision, a 16-lot addition, by a 7-0 vote. Staff presented proposed revisions to the sign code and zoning code, but no decisions were made on those items.
- Denied rezoning of property east of South Colorado Ave from R-1 to R-2 (1-6)
- Approved final plat for Lakeview 11th Subdivision, 16 lots (7-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes of April 21, 2026 meeting (7-0)
3200 S 12th Street, Hastings
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HASTINGS PLANNING COMMISSION
A meeting of the Hastings Planning Commission has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026
at 4:00 PM at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W 12th Street, Hastings, NE..
AGENDA:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
5. Citizen Communications: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
6. Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
7. Approval of Minutes
a. Meeting of June 16, 2026
8. Special Order of Business
9. Unfinished Business
a. Continued Applications - None
b. Tabled Applications - None
c. Postponed Applications - None
10. Public Hearings.
a. 2026-312. Public hearing to consider the request from John Ferrone, Johnny the
Knife, LLC (JTK), for a conditional use permit for convenience retail, automobile for
property commonly addressed as 223 E 14th Street, City of Hastings, Adams County,
Nebraska.
Motion to recommend approval of the request for …
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CIry OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Hastings Planning
Commission was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport,
3300 W 12th Street, Hastings, Nebraska, Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Chair Rosenberg called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m. in Regular Session. The
following members were present: Rick Schnase, Craig Hubbard, Chuck Rosenberg,
Greg Sinner, Shannon Adler, Sarah Bruce, and Joe Kindig. Absent: Lou Kully, James
Carson, and Shawn Rossi. The following City Officials were present: City Attorney Jesse
Oswald; Director/City Engineer, Lee Vrooman; City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City
Mayor Jay Beckby; Director of Development Services, Kevin Kubo; Chief Building
lnspector, Danny Graves; Community Risk Reduction Officer, Anthony Murphy; lT
Director Erik Nielsen; and Public lnformation Manager Tony Herrman.
Chair Rosenberg led the Commission in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the United
States of America.
1
Chair Rosenberg welcomed our new alternate Commissioner, Sarah Bruce, as well as
James Carson, who was not in attendance, and was also appointed to the Commission.
Chair Rosenberg thanked the Mayor for filling the Planning Commission positions.
Chair Rosenberg called for a motion to adopt the current agenda for the June 16, 2026,
meeting. Moved by Sinner, seconded by Schnase, to adopt the current agenda. Ayes:
Kindig, Schnase, Hubbard, Adler, Sinner, Bruce, and Rosenberg. …
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Schnase, to adopt the current agenda
7 yea
Kindig yea · Schnase yea · Hubbard yea · Adler yea · Sinner yea · Bruce yea · Rosenberg yea
Moved by Schnase, seconded by Hubbard: Roll Call:
7 yea
Sinner yea · Hubbard yea · Kindig yea · Schnase yea · Rosenberg yea · Bruce yea · Adler yea
Moved by sinner, seconded 3 by Kindig, to approve a change of zoning for property generally located east of South Colorado Avenue, from R-1 , Urban Single-Family Residential District, to R-2, Mixed…
1 yea
Kindig yea
Moved by Sinner, seconded by Schnase, to approve a change of zoning for property generally located east of South Colorado Avenue, from R-1 , Urban Single-Family Residential District, to R-2, Mixed…
7 yea
Schnase yea · Hubbard yea · Sinner yea · Kindig yea · Rosenberg yea · Adler yea · Bruce yea
motion to adjourn at 5:15 p.m. Motioned by Sinner, seconded by Kindig. Roll Call:
7 yea
Kindig yea · Schnase yea · Hubbard yea · Rosenberg yea · Sinner yea · Bruce yea · Adler yea
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Worksession
City Council to discuss 2026-2027 City and Utility budgets
The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 City Budget and Utility Department Budget. The meeting also includes an update from the Midland Area Agency on Aging and Hastings Senior Center.
- Proposed 2026-2027 City Budget
- Proposed 2026-2027 Utility Department Budget
- Update from Midland Area Agency on Aging and Hastings Senior Center
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✓ Decided: Council reviews proposed FY2026-27 budget with utility rate hikes
The City Council held a worksession to review the proposed 2026-2027 City and Utility Department budgets, with no formal votes taken. The utility consultant recommended water rate increases of 1.5% annually for most customers and 10% for CMS customers over three years, plus a 10% increase for wastewater class S-3, all incorporated into the proposed utility budget. The Finance Director warned of a structural budget gap, noting that 2023 was the last year revenues exceeded expenses and that without changes, the city may struggle to balance the budget in two years. The council also heard updates from the Midland Area Agency on Aging and the Senior Center, which is outgrowing its space.
- Adopted the meeting agenda with a change in order for the Utility Department presentation (7-0)
- Reviewed proposed water rate increases: 1.5% annual for most classes, 10% for CMS, over FY2027-29
- Reviewed proposed wastewater rate increase: 10% annual for class S-3 over FY2027-29
- Discussed General Fund budget gap and potential need for future levy adjustments
- Heard update from Midland Area Agency on Aging on Senior Center space needs
- No formal decisions or votes on budget items taken at worksession
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The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in
accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the
agenda.
It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the
Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the
city council members, person having items on the agenda, and the public.
Worksession meetings are intended to allow for communication and discussion amongst the elected officials. At the
prerogative of the presiding officer of the worksession, city staff, consultants or citizens may be requested or allowed
to address specific items on the worksession agenda.
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
WORKSESSION AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 W. 12th Street
July 20, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for July 20, 2026 Worksession.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Worksession was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, July 17, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised
that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material to be discussed at today's
meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is in
the meeting room and accessible to members of th …
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Council Session – 7/20/2026 Page 1
CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION
Monday, July 20, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Worksession Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W. 12th Street, on
July 20, 2026.
The Worksession Meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Council President Steve Huntley
with the following members present: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry
Consbruck, Marc Rowan, Brian Hoffman, Matt Fong. Absent: Maggie Esch.
City Officials Present: Mayor Jay Beckby, Mark Funkey, Jesse Oswald, Lori Vorderstrasse,
Adam Story, Troy Vorderstrasse, Erik Nielsen, Roger Nash, Jeff Hassenstab, Lee Vrooman,
Teresa Kreutzer-Hodson, Kelly Reisig, Tony Herrman, Lori Hartman, Derek Zeisler, Kevin Kubo,
Kirk Layton, Trent Clark.
Others Present: Casey Muzic, Midland Area Agency on Aging and Hastings Senior Center,
John Krajewski, J K Energy Consulting, LLC.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Moved by Brad Consbruck seconded by Larry Consbruck to adopt the current agenda for the
July 20, 2026 City Council Worksession with the change in order for the Utility Department to
make their presentation first. Roll Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad
Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Marc Rowan, Brian Hoffman, Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent:
Maggie Esch. The motion carried.
Official Notice of the Worksession was published in …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Brad Consbruck seconded by Larry Consbruck to adopt the current agenda for the July 20, 2026 City Council Worksession with the change in order for the Utility Department to make their…
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on Lakeview 11th Subdivision utility and street districts
The Hastings City Council will hold public hearings on a liquor license for Hastings Sodbusters and consider multiple ordinances creating water, sewer, gas, and street improvement districts for Lakeview 11th Subdivision. Consent items include a $245,000 CDBG drawdown for the Pacha Soap Expansion Project, event permits for the Stash Bash and Turkey Trot, and agreements for power plant controls and electric service. Budget presentations for Landfill and Streets are scheduled, along with a community update from the South Heartland District Health Department.
- Public hearing on Class I liquor license for Hastings Sports, LLC dba Hastings Sodbusters at 601 East South Street
- Ordinances creating Water, Sanitary Sewer, Gas, and Street Improvement Extension Districts for Lakeview 11th Subdivision
- Drawdown request of $245,000 from CDBG funds for Pacha Soap Expansion Project 25-ED-001
- Agreement with Emerson Process Management for Don Henry Power Center Controls Replacement
- First Amendment to Electric Service Agreement between City of Hastings and Heartwell Renewables, LLC
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✓ Decided: Council approves liquor license for Hastings Sodbusters and Lakeview 11th subdivision plat
The City Council approved a Class "I" liquor license and manager application for Hastings Sports, LLC dba "Hastings Sodbusters." Additionally, the council approved the final plat and several extension district ordinances for the Lakeview 11th Subdivision.
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved Class "I" liquor license for Hastings Sports, LLC dba "Hastings Sodbusters" (7-0)
- Approved manager application for Scott Galusha (7-0)
- Approved final plat for Lakeview 11th Subdivision (7-0)
- Approved Water Extension District 2026-1 Lakeview 11th Subdivision (7-0)
- Approved Sanitary Sewer Extension District 2026-1 Lakeview 11th Subdivision (7-0)
- Approved Gas Extension District 2026-1 Lakeview 11th Subdivision (7-0)
- Approved Street Improvement District 2026-1 Lakeview 11th Subdivision (7-0)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 West 12th Street
July 13, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for July 13, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Friday, July 10, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is advised
that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed at
today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is posted and accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
Service Anniversaries.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. All Consent Items.
(a) Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of June 22, 2026
(b) Approval of the minutes of the Worksession of June 15, 2026
(c) Approval of claims and payroll
(d) Approval of the request of First Street Brewing Company to utilize city property for
the Hastings Fire Dept Annual Stash Bash to be held on October 24, 2026
(e) Approval of the request of No Coast Brewing, LLC dba First Street Brewing
Company for a Special Designated Liquor License for the Annual Stash Bash
fundraising event on St. Joseph Avenue, 1st Street north to the alley on October
24, 2026
(f) Ap …
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Council Session – 7/13/2026 Page 1
CITY OF HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, July 13, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Hastings, Nebraska was conducted at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 West 12th
Street, on July 13, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in Regular Session by Mayor Beckby with the
following members present Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry
Consbruck, Matt Fong, Brian Hoffman, Marc Rowan. Absent: Maggie Esch. The following
City Officials were present: City Administrator, Mark Funkey; City Attorney, Jesse Oswald;
City Clerk, Tyler Ficken; Director of Finance/City Treasurer, Roger Nash; Information
Technology, Kirk Layton; Public Information Manager; Tony Herrman; Utility Manager,
Derek Zeisler; Director of Engineering, Lee Vrooman; Development Services Director, Kevin
Kubo; Fire Chief, Troy Vorderstrasse; Director of Human Resources, Lori Hartman; Library
Director, Kelly Reisig; Safety Director, Trent Clark; Museum Director, Teresa Kreutzer-
Hodson; Police Chief, Adam Story.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was recited.
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Michael Anderson to adopt the current agenda. Roll
Call: Ayes: Steve Huntley, Michael Anderson, Brad Consbruck, Larry Consbruck, Marc
Rowan, Brian Hoffman, Matt Fong. Nays: None. Absent: Maggie Esch. The motion ca …
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ROLL CALL:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea · Maggie Esch nay
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 11:30
Airport Advisory Board
3300 W 12th, Hastings
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to decide on Lake Hastings water level resolution
The City Council will consider a resolution maintaining natural water levels at Lake Hastings without city intervention, postponed from May 11. A public hearing will be held on a Community Development Block Grant project for mobile home park improvements. The council will also vote on a purchase agreement for a Pierce fire apparatus and an MOU changing the Fire & Rescue shift schedule. Budget presentations for the Museum and Library are scheduled.
- Resolution 2026-41 to maintain natural water levels at Lake Hastings without city intervention
- Second public hearing on CDBG Project 24-PWI-008: Hastings Mobile Home Park/Communities Improvement
- Approval of purchase agreement with MacQueen Equipment LLC for a Pierce Fire Apparatus
- Approval of MOU with Hastings Fire & Rescue changing shift schedule for remainder of union contract
- 2026-2027 Budget presentations for the Museum and Library
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✓ Decided: Council approves resolution to keep Lake Hastings at natural water levels
The council approved Resolution 2026-41 (6-1) to maintain natural water levels of Lake Hastings without adding city water, a policy shift for drought planning. It also approved a purchase agreement for a new Pierce fire apparatus (7-0) and a memorandum of understanding adopting a 48/96 shift schedule for Hastings Fire & Rescue (7-0). Consent agenda items, including minutes, claims, and several Community Development Block Grant actions, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Resolution 2026-41 maintaining natural water levels of Lake Hastings without city intervention (6-1)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and CDBG items a–j (7-0)
- Approved purchase agreement with MacQueen Equipment for Pierce fire apparatus Option 1 (7-0)
- Approved MOU with Hastings Fire & Rescue for 48/96 shift schedule (7-0)
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HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Hastings Municipal Airport
3300 West 12th Street
June 22, 2026
6:00 PM
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA for June 22, 2026 Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC NOTICE - Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in the Hastings Tribune on
Thursday, June 18, 2026. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1412, the public is
advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written material which will be discussed
at today's meeting is available for public review and a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings
Act is posted and accessible to members of the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Reports of Liaisons.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
MAYOR'S COMMUNICATIONS:
Recognition of Hastings Police and Hastings Fire & Rescue personnel for their lifesaving
efforts
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. All Consent Items.
(a) Approval of the minutes of the Council Meeting of June 8, 2026
(b) Approval of claims and payroll
(c) Approval of Pay Estimate #1 from Duncan Theis to Revive, Inc. in the amount of
$51,639.66 for Community Development Block Grant Project 24-PWF-001, Public
Works Facilities
(d) Approval of the drawdown request for Community Development Block Grant funds
in the amount of $51,639.66 for Pay Estimate #1 (work completed by Duncan
Theis) on Community Development Block Grant Project 24-PWF-001, Public
Wo …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ROLL CALL:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA [Approve]
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
All Consent Items. [Approve]
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Michael Anderson yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Larry Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Matt Fong yea
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Public hearing on rezoning land east of S Colorado Ave from R-1 to R-2
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning change for a property east of S Colorado Avenue, from R-1 (Urban Single-Family Residential) to R-2 (Mixed Density Neighborhood District). They will also consider the final plat for the Lakeview 11th Subdivision. Additionally, a work session on proposed revisions to the sign code and a presentation on zoning code revisions compared to other communities are scheduled.
- Public hearing for zone change 2026-275: Lot 2, Clark Property Subdivision, from R-1 to R-2
- Final plat for Lakeview 11th Subdivision (2026-276) northwest of Lakeridge Dr and Lakeview Ave
- Work session on proposed revisions to the sign code
- Presentation of zoning code revisions in comparison to other communities
zoningplanningsubdivisionspublic-hearingsign-codelakeview-subdivision
✓ Decided: Planning Commission denies rezoning for duplex near South Colorado Avenue
The planning commission voted 1-6 to deny a request to rezone a lot east of South Colorado Avenue from R-1 to R-2 for a proposed duplex rental. The commission also approved (7-0) the final plat for Lakeview 11th Subdivision, a 16-lot addition. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Denied rezoning of property east of South Colorado Avenue from R-1 to R-2 (1-6)
- Approved final plat for Lakeview 11th Subdivision (7-0)
3300 W 12th Street, Hastings
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HASTINGS PLANNING COMMISSION
A meeting of the Hastings Planning Commission has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026
at 4:00 PM at the Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W 12th Street, Hastings, NE.
AGENDA:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
5. Citizen Communications: (Only for agenda items not related to a public hearing.)
6. Public Notice -Official Notice of the Regular Meeting was published in accordance with
Nebraska Revised Statute Section 84-1411. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
84-1412, the public is advised that a copy of today's agenda and all reproducible written
material, which will be discussed at today's meeting, is available for public review.
Additionally, a current copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act is posted and accessible to
the public. Neb. Rev. Stat 84-1411 (1bn).
7. Approval of Minutes
a. Meeting of April 21, 2026
8. Special Order of Business
9. Unfinished Business
a. Continued Applications - None
b. Tabled Applications - None
c. Postponed Applications - None
10. Public Hearings.
a. 2026-275. Public hearing for a change of zoning for property generally located east of
S Colorado Avenue, from R-1, Urban Single-Family Residential District, to R-2, Mixed
Density Neighborhood District, and to amend the Official Zoning District Map. Motion to
recommend approval for an ordinance and the ame …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
7 yea
Joe Kindig yea · Rick Schnase yea · Craig Hubbard yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shannan Adler yea · Sarah Bruce yea
Approval of Minutes
7 yea
Joe Kindig yea · Rick Schnase yea · Craig Hubbard yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shannan Adler yea · Sarah Bruce yea
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 61 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $630,345 | COOPERATIVE PRODUCERS INC Department of Agriculture · FERTILIZER FY24 |
| $606,299 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · SUBSTANCE USE, MENTAL HEALTH, AND MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT SERVIC |
| $588,036 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · SUBSTANCE USE, MENTAL HEALTH, AND MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT SERVIC |
| $562,432 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · SUBSTANCE USE, MENTAL HEALTH, MEDICATION ASSISTED AND SEX OFFENDER TR |
| $500,100 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · COMMUNITY TREATMENT SERVICES: SA/MH/SOT IN OMAHA, NE |
| $480,541 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · SUBSTANCE USE, MENTAL HEALTH, SEX OFFENDER AND MEDICATION ASSISTED TRE |
| $465,033 | T-L IRRIGATION CO. Department of Agriculture · EMERGENCY PIVOT REPLACEMENT |
| $457,218 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · SUBSTANCE USE, MENTAL HEALTH, AND MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT SERVIC |
| $453,039 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · COMMUNITY TREATMENT SERVICES: SA/MH/SOT IN OMAHA, NE |
| $443,814 | WESTERN ALTERNATIVE CORRECTIONS, INC. Department of Justice · SUBSTANCE USE, MENTAL HEALTH, MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT AND SEX OF |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Adams County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments989 (12,926 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$907/mo (628 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.2% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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20,144
Recorded votes
$134.2M
Annual budget
$12.3M
Debt outstanding
111
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$134.2M
Spending$133.5M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$12.3M
Debt-to-revenue0.09×
Debt-load index33 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
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