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Hastings public meetings in 2023

60 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 14, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Hastings Utility Board meeting scheduled for December 14, 2023

The Hastings Utility Board will conduct a regular meeting at the Airport Conference Room. The agenda includes discussions regarding finance, production, operations, and administration.

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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Hemje and seconded by Dewalt to adopt the current agenda for December 14, 2023. Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Snell yea
Moved by Dewalt and seconded by Snell to approve the minutes for the meeting of November 9, 2023. Roll Call:
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Snell yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:43 am. Motioned by Dewalt, seconded by Snell
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Snell yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:43 am. Motioned by Dewalt, seconded by Snell. Ayes: Hitesman, Dewalt, Hemje, Snell. Nays: None. Absent: Meeske. Approved. Going into closed session to discuss…
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Snell yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:43 am. Motioned by Dewalt, seconded by Snell. Ayes: Hitesman, Dewalt, Hemje, Snell. Nays: None. Absent: Meeske. Approved. Going into closed session to discuss…
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Snell yea
Mon Dec 11, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council discusses street improvements, zoning amendments, and housing plans

The City Council will consider a street improvement plan and an amendment to a conditional use permit for 780 E. 26th Street. The agenda also includes the city's affordable housing plan and updates on electric payment structures.

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🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
13 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea · Marc Rowan nay · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Marc Rowan yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea
resolution changes the current Electric Payment in Lieu of Taxes structure from being based off of a combination of wholesale sales and retail sales to being based on electric sales of Retail Only…
4 yea · 3 nay
Jeniffer Beahm yea · Butch Eley yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea · Steve Huntley nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Matt Fong to approve Resolution No. 2023-40 Approving Electric payment in Lieu of Taxes rate adjustment. Kevin Johnson reported that this resolution was previously…
5 yea · 2 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Butch Eley yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea · Brad Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Steve Huntley to reconsider Resolution No. 2023-40 for the purpose of re-voting. Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Matt Fong to approve Resolution No. 2023-40 Approving Electric payment in Lieu of Taxes rate adjustment. Roll Call:
4 yea · 3 nay
Jeniffer Beahm yea · Butch Eley yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea · Steve Huntley nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Marc Rowan nay
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Nov 27, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Public hearings for street improvement plans and business expansion grants

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024-2029 Street Improvement Plan and grant applications for local business expansions. The agenda also includes ordinances related to property conveyance and political sign removal.

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
15 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Marc Rowan yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 17 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Nov 20, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

Hastings City Council to discuss 12th Street corridor and utility board importance

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss several municipal topics. Discussions include the 12th Street corridor study and the importance of the Utility Advisory Board. The council will also address City Hall timelines and Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) programs.

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt the current agenda for the November 20, 2023 City Council Worksession. Roll Call:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Shawn Hartmann there being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Marc Rowan yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea
Tue Nov 14, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses street improvements, annexations, and housing plans

The commission will review one and six year street improvement plans and a public hearing regarding conditional use permit amendments for 780 E. 26th Street. The meeting also includes discussions on annexing three areas adjacent to city limits and accepting the City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan.

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3300 W 12th St, Hastings
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
6 yea
Lou Kully yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea
Moved by Lou Kully to approve the current agenda. Seconded by Chuck Rosenberg
6 yea
Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea
Moved by Ann Hinton to approve the Minutes of October 17, 2023, of the Planning Commission Meeting. Seconded by Shawn Rossi
6 yea
Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea
Moved by Chuck Rosenberg to approve the Minutes of November 7, 2023, of the Planning Commission. Meeting. Seconded by Michelle Lewis
7 yea
Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea
Moved by Chuck Rosenberg to approve the amendment to extend the hours to 10:00 p.m. for Pine Patch Second Subdivision. Seconded by Lou Kully
7 yea
Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Ann Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea
[context] Chuck Rosenberg seconded the motion
8 yea
Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Ann Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Jacque Cranson yea
Moved by Lou Kully to Eliminate Condition Number Two, 2021 Conditional Use Permit for the use of the driveway of the Conditional Use Permit for Pine Patch Second Subdivision driveway use. Seconded by…
16 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Ann Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Ann Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea
Moved by Ann Hinton to consider annexing all of Area #2, Industrial Park North, into the City Limits of Hastings, NE. Seconded by Chuck Rosenburg. Voice Vote
6 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea
Moved by Lou Kully to consider annexing all of Area #3, Industrial Park West Area into the City Limits of Hastings, NE. Seconded by Michelle Lewis. Voice Call
8 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea
Moved by Chuck Rosenberg to Approve accepting the City of Hasting Affordable Housing. Plan for recommendation to the City Council. Seconded by Jacque Cranson. Voice Vote
7 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea
Moved by Ann Hinton to Approve accepting the Preliminary/Final Plat of Vandeventer Subdivision. Seconded by Lou Kully. Voice Vote
7 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea
Moved by Jacque Cranson to Adjourn. Seconded by Brian Hoffman. Voice Vote
7 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Brian Hoffman yea
Mon Nov 13, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Review of the draft City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan

The City Council will review the draft City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan created by Marvin Planning Consultants and Community Planning Insights. The agenda also includes plat approvals for Showboat Condos Addition and Hastings Medical Park I Building. Additionally, the council will consider airport rehabilitation work orders and economic development funds.

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
29 yea · 6 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong nay · Marc Rowan nay · Butch Eley nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay · Jeniffer Beahm nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 9, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Electric production capacity and infrastructure updates

The Hastings Utility Board will discuss electric production capacity options and the winter utilization of units 4 and 5. The meeting also includes progress updates on Heartwell Infrastructure and lead service replacements.

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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Hemje and seconded by Meeske to adopt the current agenda for November 9, 2023. Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Hemje to approve the minutes for the meeting of October 12, 2023. Roll Call:
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:42 am. Motioned by Snell, seconded by Meeske
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:42 am. Motioned by Snell, seconded by Meeske.Ayes: Hitesman, Hemje, Meeske, Snell. Nays: None. Absent: Dewalt. Approved. Going into closed session to discuss…
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Motion to go into closed session at 9:42 am. Motioned by Snell, seconded by Meeske.Ayes: Hitesman, Hemje, Meeske, Snell. Nays: None. Absent: Dewalt. Approved. Going into closed session to discuss…
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Tue Nov 7, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission Worksession

Commission to review draft affordable housing plan

The Planning Commission will hold a worksession to review the draft City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan. This draft was created by Marvin Planning Consultants and Community Planning Insights.

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3300 W 12th Street, Hastings
🗳️ 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
Lou Kully yea · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Kully. Seconded by Hinton
7 yea
Rosenburg yea · Stutzman yea · Lewis yea · Kully yea · Sinner yea · Hinton yea · Rossi yea
Mon Oct 23, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Council approves asbestos abatement and mold remediation contract for City Hall

The Hastings City Council is meeting to approve a contract with Great Plains Asbestos Control, Inc. for asbestos and mold work at City Hall. The body will also vote to move future council meetings and worksessions from the Public Library to the Municipal Airport. Additionally, the council will approve several infrastructure work orders, including gas main and street light projects.

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the building is on. Mikki Shafer explained the lease agreement. The building was built in 2004 and the land was leased for thirty years. After the first thirty years they have the option to…
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Steve Huntley nay
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Oct 17, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses conditional use amendment and Showboat Condos addition

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Conditional Use Permit for Pine Patch Second Subdivision at 780 E. 26th Street. Additionally, the commission will consider the final plat for the Showboat Condos Addition near U.S. Highway 6 and Showboat Boulevard.

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3300 W 12th St, Hastings
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
7 yea
Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Jody Stutzman yea
[context] by Chair Greg Sinner with the following members present Greg Sinner, Chuck Rosenberg, Jody Stutzman, Brian Hoffman, Michelle Lewis, Ann Hinton, and Shawn Rossi
8 absent
Lou Kully absent · Rakesh Srivastava absent · Chuck Rosenberg absent · Jody Stutzman absent · Brian Hoffman absent · Michelle Lewis absent · Ann Hinton absent · Shawn Rossi absent
Moved by Chuck Rosenberg to approve the current agenda with the item number nine pulled. Seconded by Ann Hinton. Vote taken
7 yea
Ann Hinton yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Greg Sinner yea
Mon Oct 16, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

Hastings City Council to discuss annexation and council mission

The Hastings City Council is holding a worksession to discuss annexation and the council's mission, vision, and norms. This meeting is intended for communication and discussion among elected officials.

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
6 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
6 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Jeniffer Beahm to adopt current agenda for October 16, 2023 Worksession Agenda. Roll Call:
6 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Steve Huntley there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 6:18 P.M. Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 absent
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker absent
Thu Oct 12, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Hastings Utility Board meeting scheduled for October 12, 2023

The board will review the third quarter financial summary and discuss a new utility bill. The agenda also includes items regarding production, operations, and critical initiatives.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Meeske, Second by Hemje to adopt the current agenda for the October 12, 2023 regular meeting. Roll call:
5 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Jeanette Dewalt yea · Mark Hemje yea · Susan Meeske yea · Scott Snell yea
Moved by Dewalt and seconded by Meeske to approve the minutes for the meeting of September 6, 2023. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
[context] Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Mon Oct 9, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council discusses assessments for the Business Improvement District

The City Council will consider a public hearing and Resolution No. 2023-31 regarding assessments in the Business Improvement District. The meeting also includes several work orders for street light poles and electric line installations.

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🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
All Consent Items.
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt current agenda for October 9, 2023, Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve all consent items, as presented. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Butch Eley to adjourn as Mayor and City Council and reconvene as Board of Equalization. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adjourn as Board of Equalization and reconvene as Mayor and City Council. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
that the statues downtown are usually a community effort for funding. Her job is to find a location for the statues. Jesse Oswald explained why the City Council sits as the Board of Equalization. The…
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve claim of Eldon's Automotive Repair in the amount of $1,577.54 (City). Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 abstain
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Joy Huffaker abstain
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Marc Rowan to approve Mayor Stutte's appointment to the Board of Adjustments: Bryon Jorgensen, term is from 10/9/2023 to 10/9/2026, Replacement. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Shawn Hartmann there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 5:47 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Tue Oct 3, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission Worksession

Discussion of North Industrial Park Area annexation

The Hastings Planning Commission is holding a worksession to discuss the annexation of the North Industrial Park Area. The agenda also includes committee, chairman, and staff reports.

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314 N Denver Ave, Hastings
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] by Chair Greg Sinner with the following members present: Ann Hinton, Chuck Rosenberg, Jody Stutzman, Brian Hoffman, Shawn Rossi, Michelle Lewis, and Jacque Cranson
8 absent
Lou Kully absent · Ann Hinton absent · Shawn Rossi absent · Jody Stutzman absent · Michelle Lewis absent · Brian Hoffman absent · Jacque Cranson absent · Chuck Rosenberg absent
Wed Sep 27, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Special

Hastings City Council considers 2023-2024 annual appropriation bill

The Hastings City Council will conduct final readings on several ordinances. These include the city's annual appropriation bill and modifications to electric, gas, and water service rates.

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🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Jeniffer Beahm seconded by Matt Fong to adopt Ordinance 4745 on final reading. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to adopt Ordinance 4741, as amended, on final reading, providing modification of monthly billing for electric service and rates. Jesse Oswald explained why…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt Ordinance No. 4742 , as amended, on final Council Session – 9/27/2023Page 2 reading, providing modification of monthly billing for gas service…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt Ordinance No. 4743 , as amended, on final reading, providing modification of monthly billing for water service and rates. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt Ordinance No. 4744 , as amended, on final reading, amending the rate rider for customers receiving electricity from the Hastings Community Solar…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 25, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to consider utility rate changes and annual appropriation bill

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding electric, gas, and water service rates. The meeting also includes discussions on the annual appropriation bill and property tax requests.

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🗳️ How they voted — 10 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to adopt Ordinance No. 4745 on second reading. Jesse Oswald explained Robert's Rules of Order in relation to the second and final reading at the last…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to amend Ordinance 4741, providing modification of monthly billing for electric service and rates, by changing the effective date from October 1, 2023…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to approve Ordinance 4741 as amended on 2nd reading to provide modification of monthly billing for electric service and rates. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to amend Ordinance 4742, providing modification of monthly billing for gas service and rates, by changing the effective date from October 1, 2023, to…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve Ordinance 4742 as amended on 2nd reading to provide modification of monthly billing for gas service and rates. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to amend Ordinance 4743, providing modification of monthly billing for water service and rates, by changing the effective date from October 1, 2023, to…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to approve Ordinance 4743 as amended on 2nd reading to provide modification of monthly billing for water service and rates. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to amend Ordinance 4744, amending the rate rider for customers receiving electricity from the Hastings Community Solar Farm, changing the effective date…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve Ordinance 4744 as amended on 2nd reading to amend the rate rider for customers receiving electricity from the Hastings Community Solar Farm…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve Resolution No. 2023-30 adopting property tax request at higher amount for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 in an amount that exceeds property tax…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 19, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Discussion of West Industrial Park and East Industrial Area annexation

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss the annexation of the West Industrial Park Area and East Industrial Area. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 15 and September 5, 2023.

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314 N Denver Ave, Hastings
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Pledge of Allegiance [Approve]
8 yea · 2 nay
Lou Kully yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Chuck Rosenberg nay · Michelle Lewis nay · Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 11, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Special

Council to discuss city budget, utility rates, and union wage addendums

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023-2024 Annual Budget. The meeting also includes discussions on salary schedules, union wage addendums, and various utility rate modifications.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves salary schedules and funding for economic development

The City Council approved the 2023-2024 fiscal year salary schedule and wage addendums for police and fire unions. Funding agreements for the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Corporation were approved. A motion to adopt the 2023-2024 Annual Budget failed on second and final reading.

🗳️ How they voted — 10 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the maintenance manager would be very critical position and will take hold of all of our buildings and taking care of them into the future. It would be great to do it with less, but we do not…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to suspend the rules and adopt Ordinance No. 4745 on second and final reading. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve Ordinance No. 4741 on First Reading. Shawn Metcalf reported that a third party does a rate assessment. They take a look at revenues and…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to suspend the rules and pass Ordinance No. 4741 on Second and Third Reading. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
that the process for the general fund is the same as the utility. We use cash reserves every year to balance the budget. We are not generating enough revenue to cover all the expenses. Shawn Hartmann…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to suspend the rules and pass Ordinance No. 4742 on Second and Third Reading. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Jeniffer Beahm seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve Ordinance No. 4743 on First Reading. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to suspend the rules and pass Ordinance No. 4743 on Second and Third Reading. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Matt Fong to approve Ordinance No. 4744 on First Reading. Kevin Johnson reported that the per panel price drops $10 and the credit back for solar use drops a minor…
6 yea · 2 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to suspend the rules and pass Ordinance No. 4744 on Second and Third Reading. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 11, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to discuss Showboat Condo Addition and groundwater site letter of credit

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Showboat Condo Addition platting. The council is also considering a claim from Eldon's Automotive Repair and a letter of credit related to the Hastings Groundwater Contamination Site.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves annexation and preliminary plat for Showboat Condo Addition

The City Council approved the annexation of a 14.6-acre tract and the preliminary plat for the Showboat Condo Addition. The council also authorized a performance guarantee for groundwater contamination remediation and approved specific city claims.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
All Consent Items.
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt current agenda for the September 11, 2023 Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
8 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve all consent items, as presented. Roll Call:
8 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
[context] Roll Call:
16 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
that the preliminary plat is the same property as the previous agenda item. They would like to subdivide in the preliminary plat: six lots on the 14.6-acre tract. They would have a total of 60…
8 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Butch Eley to approve the claim of Eldon's Automotive Repair in the amount of $3,302.62 (City). Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 abstain
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Joy Huffaker abstain
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Jeniffer Beahm there being no further business to come before the council, to adjourn at 7:16 P.M. Roll Call:
8 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Wed Sep 6, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Hastings Utility Board meeting includes budget and insurance discussions

The Hastings Utility Board will meet to discuss topics including finance, production, operations, and administration. The agenda also includes items regarding budget recommendations and insurance renewals.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board recommends budget for City Council approval

The Utility Board approved a budget recommendation to be moved forward to the City Council. The board also approved the minutes from the August 10, 2023, meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Dewalt and seconded by Hemje to adopt the current agenda for the September 6, 2023 Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Hemje to approve the minutes for the meeting of August 10, 2023. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
moved by Dewalt and seconded by Snell. Roll Call
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
moved by Dewalt and seconded by Snell. Roll Call Ayes: Hitesman, Dewalt, Hemje, Meeske, Snell. Nays: None. (ii.) Insurance Renewals Mark and Jeff from FM Global explain the renewal of the City of…
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Tue Sep 5, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission Worksession

Discussion of annexation at E 26th St & N. 2nd Ave.

The Hastings Planning Commission is holding a worksession to discuss an annexation involving E 26th St and N. 2nd Ave. This meeting is for discussion purposes only.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission discusses potential annexation of E 26th St & N. 2nd Ave

The Planning Commission held a worksession to review the potential annexation of seven to eight properties near E 26th St and N. 2nd Ave. Staff recommended against annexing most of these properties due to flood plain impacts, lack of city utilities, and low revenue potential. No formal vote was taken on the annexation.

314 N Denver Avenue, Hastings
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] by First Vice Chair Ann Hinton with the following members present: Ann Hinton, Chuck Rosenberg, Jody Stutzman, Brian Hoffman, Shawn Rossi
5 yea · 3 absent
Greg Sinner absent · Michelle Lewis absent · Jacque Cranson absent · Ann Hinton yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Shawn Rossi yea
Moved by Shawn Rossi. Seconded by Chuck Rosenberg to adjourn. Vote taken
5 yea
Ann Hinton yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Shawn Rossi yea
Mon Aug 28, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council discusses liquor license, budget hearings, and street improvements

The City Council will consider a Class "C" liquor license application for The Cheese and Wine Shop. The agenda also includes discussions on city budget hearings and a construction agreement for Lakeview 10th.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $375,357 street improvement contract

The City Council approved a street improvement contract for Lakeview 10th and granted a liquor license to The Cheese and Wine Shop. The council also authorized levy authority for the Community Redevelopment Authority but rejected a proposed 1% increase in restricted funds.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
9 yea · 5 nay
Matt Fong yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay · Matt Fong yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Aug 21, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

City Council discusses 2023-2024 city and utility budgets

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the proposed 2023-2024 City Budget and Utility Budget. This meeting is intended for communication and discussion among elected officials.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews proposed 2023-2024 City and Utility budgets

The City Council held a worksession to discuss the proposed 2023-2024 City and Utility budgets. No final votes were taken on the budgets; the council reviewed revenue, expenses, and proposed rate increases. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for September 11th.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
8 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt the current agenda for the August 21, 2023 City Council Worksession. Roll Call:
8 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Butch Eley there being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:09 p.m. Roll Call:
8 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Tue Aug 15, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Proposed annexation and subdivision of Showboat Condo Addition

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding land annexation for the Showboat Condo Addition. It will also review the preliminary plat for the Showboat Condos Subdivision. A request for a medical clinic near North Kansas Avenue and West 22nd Street has been withdrawn.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves annexation and preliminary plat for Showboat Condos

The Planning Commission approved the annexation of 9.9 acres for The Toy Shed, LLC and approved the preliminary plat for the Showboat Condos Subdivision. The project will feature garages with potential residential living quarters associated with the racetrack. A separate application for a medical clinic CUP was withdrawn by the applicant.

314 N Denver Ave, Hastings
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Call to Order [Approve]
1 yea
Ann Hinton yea
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
7 yea
Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Brian Hoffman. Seconded by Lou Kully Voice Vote taken
8 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Lou Kully yea · Ann Hinton yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Lou Kully with amended access added. Seconded by Rakesh Srivastava Voice Vote taken
6 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Ann Hinton yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Mon Aug 14, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Presentation of the 2023-2024 Annual City and Utility Budgets

The City Council will receive a presentation on the 2023-2024 annual city and utility budgets. The agenda also includes discussions regarding asbestos removal at City Hall and an extension for ambulance services with Adams County.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves one-year ambulance service agreement with Adams County

The City Council approved a one-year extension of the Interlocal Agreement for Ambulance Service with Adams County for $75,000. The council also approved a consent agenda including liquor license renewals and various infrastructure work orders. The proposed 2023-2024 Annual City Budget was presented for review.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
5 yea · 2 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Joy Huffaker nay · Butch Eley nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Aug 10, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

The Hastings Utility Board will discuss budget previews and operations.

The meeting includes a budget preview and discussions regarding production, operations, and administration. The provided agenda consists of high-level categories without specific project or contract details.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board defers budget recommendation vote

The Utility Board reviewed a budget preview for 2023/2024. The board deferred the recommendation vote until all members are present. The board also approved the minutes from the July 13, 2023 meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Hemje, Second by Snell to adopt the current agenda for the August 10, 2023 regualr meeting. Roll call:
3 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Mark Hemje yea · Scott Snell yea
Moved by Hemje, Second by Snell to adopt the current agenda for the August 10, 2023 regular meeting. Roll call:
3 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Mark Hemje yea · Scott Snell yea
Motion to adjourn by Snell, seconded by Hemje
3 yea
Hitesman yea · Hemje yea · Snell yea
Mon Jul 24, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Public hearing for Kitty's Roadhouse liquor license and city business

The Hastings City Council will hold a public hearing on a liquor license application for 1400 E. South Street. The agenda includes approving several electrical work orders and a $20,000 property sale at 1938 W. 8th Street. The council will also consider requests related to the Municipal Airport and federal trail funding.

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✓ Decided: City Council updates alcohol laws for public streets and airport hangar

The Council adopted an ordinance allowing alcohol consumption in limousines, party buses, and pedal pub vehicles on city streets, and at the Municipal Airport Building #1. Other actions included approving a liquor license for Kitty's Roadhouse and the sale of a city-owned property.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance was read by title and thereafter Councilmember Shawn Hartmann moved for passage of the ordinance, which motion was seconded by Councilmember Butch Eley. Upon roll call vote the following…
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 16 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jul 18, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Hastings Planning Commission considers medical clinic concept approval

The commission will consider a request for a medical clinic near North Kansas Avenue and West 22nd Street. A proposed zoning change for properties on North Elm Street has been withdrawn by the applicant. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April, May, and June 2023.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission tables medical clinic permit and reviews annexation plans

The Planning Commission approved three sets of previous meeting minutes and tabled a conditional use permit for a medical clinic until August. Director Chad Bunger outlined upcoming work on the Comprehensive Plan, zoning code amendments, and a mandatory three-year review of potential land annexations.

Hastings Public Library 314 North Denver Avenue, Hastings
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting [Approve]
6 yea
Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Jody Stutzman yea
[context] in Regular Session by First Vice Chair Hinton with the following members present: Ann Hinton, Michelle Lewis, Chuck Rosenberg, Jody Stutzman, Lou Kully, Jacque Cranson
8 absent
Greg Sinner absent · Brian Hoffman absent · Shawn Rossi absent · Rosenberg absent · Hinton absent · Kully absent · Lewis absent · Stutzman absent
Moved by Chuck Rosenberg and seconded by Lou Kully to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
6 yea
Ann Hinton yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Lou Kully yea · Jacque Cranson yea
Moved by Lou Kully, seconded by Michelle Lewis to approve the minutes of April 25, 2023. Voice Vote taken
6 yea
Ann Hinton yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Lou Kully yea · Jacque Cranson yea
motion to table item 2023-417, seconded by Chuck Rosenberg
6 yea
Ann Hinton yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Lou Kully yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Mon Jul 17, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

Hastings City Council to discuss City Hall options and tax methodology

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss city matters. The agenda includes discussions regarding Payment in Lieu of Taxes methodology and options for City Hall.

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✓ Decided: City Council discusses City Hall renovation and utility payment methodology

The City Council held a worksession to discuss options for a new City Hall versus renovating the existing building and reviewed a proposal for utility payment in lieu of taxes. No substantive decisions were made on these items; the meeting was procedural and focused on information gathering.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt current agenda for the July 17, 2023 Worksession. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Butch Eley there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 6:51 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Thu Jul 13, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Hastings Utility Board to review finances and water regulations.

The Hastings Utility Board will conduct a second-quarter financial review and discuss budget development progress. The board is also scheduled to receive updates on the Natural Gas Cost of Service study and PFAS regulation in drinking water. Additionally, members will preview a new customer bill template.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board recommends 6.3% natural gas rate increase

The Utility Board approved a recommendation to implement a 6.3% overall rate change for natural gas (Scenario 4) to restore the rate stabilization fund. The board also reviewed capital budget asks for gas, water, sewer, and electric services for FY 23/24.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Dewalt to adopt the current agenda for the July 13, 2023 regular meeting. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Moved by Hemje and seconded by Meeske to approve the minutes for the May 11, 2023 meeting.. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
[context] Hemje seconds
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Moved by Dewalt, seconded by Meeske to go into closed session. Went into closed session at 11:08 am. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Moved by Dewalt, seconded by Meeske to come out of closed session at 11:18 am. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Moved by Dewalt, seconded by Meeske, there being no further business to adjourn at 11:18 am. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Snell yea
Mon Jul 10, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to discuss redevelopment plan modification and medical park plat

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a modification to Redevelopment Plan Area No. 7. The council will also consider a preliminary/final plat for the Hastings Medical Park I Building. Other items include land lease approvals and requests for city property use for local events.

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✓ Decided: City Council vacates alley for conveyance to Community Redevelopment Authority

The City Council approved the vacation of a southern portion of an alley on South Street to facilitate its transfer to the Community Redevelopment Authority. Other actions included approving a hangar land lease at the municipal airport and an electric distribution system rebuild agreement.

🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
All Consent Items.
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Matt Fong to adopt the agenda for the July 10, 2023 Regular Meeting, removing agenda items 3(a) and 4(a). Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve all consent items, as presented. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Butch Eley to approve claim of Eldon's Automotive Repair in the amount of $1,436.50 (City). Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 abstain
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Joy Huffaker abstain
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Joy Huffaker to approve hangar land lease with Delta Golf LLC for the purpose of constructing a private hangar and leasing land on Hastings Municipal Airport. Matt…
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley to approve an agreement with Flowserve US Inc. for the City to rebuild Customer Distribution System. Lee Vrooman reported that the City will be 100%…
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Ordinance was read by title and thereafter Councilmember Shawn Hartmann moved for passage of the ordinance, which motion was seconded by Councilmember Brad Consbruck. Upon roll call vote the…
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to rescind the appointments of Museum Board members Nicole Felber, Kristen Sclechta, and Jamey Hamburger due to incorrect terms previously being assigned…
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 5:55 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Mon Jun 26, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Hastings City Council considers moving future meetings to public library

The City Council will consider selecting an aviation consultant for airport development and approving a roofing agreement for North Denver Station Plant. The council also plans to move future meetings and worksessions to the Hastings Public Library. Additionally, items regarding employee awards and alley ownership conveyance are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council moves meetings to public library and approves $314,829 roof project

The City Council voted to relocate regular meetings and worksessions to the Hastings Public Library starting in July 2023. The council also approved a contract for power plant roof replacement and selected an aviation consultant for future airport projects.

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Corey Stutte yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Matt Fong to approve moving City Council Worksessions from the Council Chambers in the City Building, 220 North Hastings Avenue, to the Hastings Public Library…
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Corey Stutte yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider medical clinic redevelopment in Area #7

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for Area #7. The proposal involves financing for a medical clinic building and improvements within the Hastings Medical Park Subdivision.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval for new medical clinic project

The Commission recommended approval for a redevelopment plan modification to allow for the construction of a medical clinic in Area #7. Additionally, the Commission approved a preliminary and final plat to subdivide land at the Hastings Medical Park I Building into two lots.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
7 yea
Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Adjourn
7 yea
Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Lou Kully, seconded by Chuck Rosenburg to adopt the current agenda for the work session. Roll Call:
7 yea
Rakesh Srivastava yea · Ann Hinton yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Lou Kully yea
[context] Ann Hinton called for a vote
7 yea
Rakesh Srivastava yea · Ann Hinton yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Lou Kully yea
Moved by Michelle Lewis, Second by Shawn Rossi. Ann Hinton stated that Chad had mentioned that he was surprised that this property was unplatted. So was she, as she was sure it had been platted…
7 yea
Rakesh Srivastava yea · Ann Hinton yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Lou Kully yea
Moved by Rakesh Srivastava. Second by Chuck Rosenburg
7 yea
Rakesh Srivastava yea · Ann Hinton yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Lou Kully yea
Mon Jun 19, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

Discussion regarding options for City Hall

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss options for City Hall. This meeting is intended for communication and discussion among elected officials.

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✓ Decided: City Council discussed four options for a new or renovated City Hall

The City Council held a worksession to review building options for City Hall, including repair, renovation, a new build, and an alternative location. No final decision was made; the Mayor requested further discussion at the next worksession.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
6 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Jeniffer Beahm there being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:36 p.m. Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 absent
Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Matt Fong absent
Mon Jun 12, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Public hearing for a new liquor license at 1200 E. South Street

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Class "C" liquor license application for Barrel Bar II, LLC. The agenda also includes reviewing fiber network agreements and police union contract updates. Several administrative approvals and utility work orders are scheduled for the consent agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves police and dispatcher hiring and retention bonuses

The City Council approved a range of bonuses to attract and keep police officers and dispatchers. Other key actions included granting a liquor license to Barrel Bar and conveying a right-of-way to Rockford Properties, LP.

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call:
19 yea · 2 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley nay · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Matt Fong to approve Resolution No. 2023-17 authorizing Roger Nash, Finance Director and Larry Fox Jr., Assistant Finance Director as signatories on City of…
6 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Marc Rowan nay
Ordinance was read by title and thereafter Councilmember Matt Fong moved for passage of the ordinance, which motion was seconded by Councilmember Shawn Hartmann. Upon roll call vote the following…
6 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon May 22, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Hastings City Council considers landfill compactor purchase and narcotics agreement

The Hastings City Council will consider several infrastructure work orders and a landfill compactor purchase. The council is also reviewing an agreement related to narcotics enforcement. Additionally, requests for community events on city property are up for approval.

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✓ Decided: Hastings City Council approves $795,000 landfill compactor purchase

The City Council approved the purchase of a CAT Model 826K Landfill Compactor and a multi-agency narcotics apprehension agreement. Several utility work orders and community event requests were also approved via the consent agenda.

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
All Consent Items. [Approve]
8 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
ADJOURN:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Sun May 21, 2023 · 13:00

City Council Worksession

Discussion of 'F' Street construction and FY 24 budget priorities

The Mayor and City Council are holding a retreat for discussion among elected officials. Agenda items include department head goals, the Comprehensive Plan update, and LB840 economic development tax discussions. The council will also discuss construction projects on 'F' Street.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds retreat worksession to discuss goals and strategic planning

The City Council conducted a retreat worksession focused on department goals, staffing needs, and long-term planning. No formal votes were taken on the discussion items; the session served as a review of budget priorities, the Comprehensive Plan, and economic development options.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Jeniffer Beahm to adopt current agenda for Council Retreat on May 21, 2023. Roll Call:
8 yea
Jeniffer Beahm yea · Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Marc Rowan yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann there being no further business, to adjourn at 4:15 P.M. Roll Call:
8 yea
Jeniffer Beahm yea · Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Marc Rowan yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Matt Fong yea
Tue May 16, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission Worksession

Hastings Planning Commission to discuss annexation during worksession

The Hastings Planning Commission will hold a worksession on May 16, 2023. The agenda includes a discussion regarding annexation. No specific properties or details for the annexation were provided in the notice.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission begins review of potential city annexations

The Planning Commission held a worksession to discuss guidelines and specific areas for potential annexation. No final decisions were made, as the commission is tasked with providing recommendations to the City Council by February 2024.

🗳️ 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 Work Session. [Approve]
8 yea
Lou Kully yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Lou Kully, seconded by Brian Hoffman to adopt the current agenda for the work session. Roll Call:
8 yea
Ann Hinton yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Jody Stutzman yea · Lou Kully yea
Thu May 11, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Utility Board to discuss budget timeline and Heartwell Plant status

The Hastings Utility Board will discuss the upcoming budget timeline and potential challenges. The agenda also includes updates on the Heartwell Plant status and electric in lieu of taxes methodology.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board approves changes to electric payment in lieu of taxes methodology

The Utility Board approved two recommendations to change how electric payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) are calculated to align with other municipalities. The board also introduced a new Assistant Finance Director and received updates on the Heartwell Plant construction.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mark Hemje and seconded by Shayne Raitt to adopt the current agenda for May 11, 2023. Roll Call:
4 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Mark Hemje yea · Susan Meeske yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Moved by Susan Meeske and seconded by Shayne Raitt to approve the minutes from the meeting on April 14, 2022
4 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Mark Hemje yea · Susan Meeske yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Moved by Shayne Raitt seconded by Mark Hemje there being no further business to adjourn at 10:38 am. Roll Call:
3 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Mark Hemje yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Mon May 8, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Hastings City Council considers zoning changes and a new street department truck

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning changes for 133 Park Street and 947 South Burlington Avenue. The council is also considering an amendment to the city code regarding motorized vehicle racetracks. Other items include a request to purchase a new truck for the Street Department and approvals for community event permits.

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✓ Decided: Council approved three zoning changes and a $180,885 truck purchase

The council approved three zoning changes: 133 Park Street rezoned from I-1 to R-2, a code amendment adding motorized vehicle racetracks as a permitted use in I-2 districts, and 947 South Burlington Avenue rezoned from R-1 to C-3. They also approved the purchase of a 2024 Peterbilt dump truck for $180,885 (5-2) and several consent agenda items including event permits and a sidewalk improvement payment.

🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
All Consent Items.
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 abstain
Steve Huntley yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck abstain
ADJOURN:
6 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to approve the consent agenda, as presented. Roll Call:
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 abstain
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Butch Eley yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck abstain
[context] Roll Call:
5 yea · 2 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Steve Huntley nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
🏢 Building at this address: 2 m tall
Tue Apr 25, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews several zoning and land use changes.

The commission will hold public hearings on rezoning for 133 Park Street and 947 South Burlington Avenue. They will also consider adding racetracks as a permitted use in I-2 Districts and bringing land into city limits for the Holt Addition.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends four zoning changes and one annexation

The Planning Commission recommended approval for three rezoning requests and an ordinance to define and permit racetracks in I-2 districts. The commission also recommended bringing a tract of land into city limits and approving the Holt Addition plat.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Pledge of Allegiance [Approve]
4 yea · 1 nay · 1 abstain
Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Lou Kully nay · Chuck Rosenberg abstain
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
🏢 Building at this address: 2 m tall
Mon Apr 24, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council considers solar farm contract and road resurfacing

The Hastings City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including work for the Hastings Solar Farm and Parkview Cemetery. The agenda also includes street use requests for upcoming community events and updates to city ordinances.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $8.4M contract for Solar Farm Phase 2

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major expansion of the city's solar farm and road resurfacing at Parkview Cemetery. The council also passed ordinances regarding city code department heads and speed limit changes on Showboat Boulevard.

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
[context] Roll Call:
14 yea · 2 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Steve Huntley nay
Ordinance was read by title and thereafter Councilmember Shawn Hartmann moved for passage of the ordinance, which motion was seconded by Councilmember Butch Eley. Upon roll call vote the following…
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 17, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

Hastings City Council to discuss solar expansion and flyash project

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to review several presentations and discussion topics. These include the library annual report, energy projects, and city hall survey results.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews utility projects and fire code authority

The City Council held a worksession to review several pending items, including a library annual report and survey results for City Hall. No final votes were taken on the proposed utility projects or the delegated fire authority, which are scheduled for future meetings.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Joy Huffaker to adopt current agenda for April 17, 2023 Worksession. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Joy Huffaker there being no further business to adjourn at 7:32 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea
Thu Apr 13, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Hastings Utility Board discusses solar expansion and WEC compliance

The Hastings Utility Board will review Q1 financial updates and budget preparation assignments. Discussion topics include the WEC Bottom Ash Project and community solar expansion. The board will also address a request for proposals regarding utility billing and printing.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board approves solar expansion and bottom ash project

The Utility Board approved the expansion of the community solar farm and the WEC regulatory compliance bottom ash project. The board also reviewed first-quarter financial updates and a proposal to outsource utility bill printing and mailing.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Hemje and seconded by Raitt to adopt the current agenda for the April 13, 2023 Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Meeske yea · Hemje yea · Raitt yea · Hitesman yea
Moved by Meeske seconded by Hemje
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Meeske yea · heme yea · Raitt yea
Moved by Meeske seconded by Raitt there being no further business to adjourn at 10:33 am. Roll Call:
4 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Mark Hemje yea · Susan Meeske yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Mon Apr 10, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Public hearings for a new liquor license and residential rezoning are scheduled

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license application for Back Alley Bakery and a zoning change for property on South Lincoln Avenue. The agenda also includes street use requests, infrastructure agreements, and several new ordinances.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves U.S. Highway 6 roundabout and 3-lane project

The Council approved a resolution supporting NDOT's design for a roundabout and 3-lane section on U.S. Highway 6. Other key actions included rezoning a property for duplexes and creating a city ordinance against unauthorized vehicle entry. The Council also approved a paving contract for Laird Avenue.

🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
6 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
that the project can move forward. As we have seen on many things, increased material prices are affecting everything. Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Brad Consbruck seconded by Steve Huntley to table Resolution No. 2023-14 Supporting the NDOT design and construction of a Roundabout and 3-Lane Section for the project along U.S. Highway 6…
4 nay · 3 yea
Marc Rowan yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Matt Fong nay · Shawn Hartmann nay · Butch Eley nay · Jeniffer Beahm nay
[context] Main Motion Vote: Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Corey Stutte yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann there being no further business to adjourn at 6:45 P.M. Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
🏢 Building at this address: 4 m tall
Mon Mar 27, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to consider park shelter bid and utility work orders

The Hastings City Council will review several utility work orders, including a new transformer bank installation and a 50KW generator for North Denver Station. The council also plans to address a bid award for a shelter at Heartwell Park island and hear a request regarding the State Highway 6 Project.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $103,649 shelter for Heartwell Park island

The City Council approved a bid from Crouch Recreation to install a gazebo-style shelter at Heartwell Park. The project exceeds its original $75,000 budget by $28,649 and will be funded by the Parks & Rec Sales Tax fund.

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
that the design had changed, based on public feedback, and therefore increased the project cost. The project area is very challenging, because of the bridge and building the structure. Mr. Fong…
6 yea · 2 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Steve Huntley there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 6:12 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Mar 21, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Rezoning of 901 South Lincoln Avenue and dog park designation change

The commission will consider rezoning 901 South Lincoln Avenue from R-1 to R-2. The meeting also includes a discussion on removing the Blighted and Substandard designation for the Hastings Dog Park area. Additionally, the final plat for Brickhouse Subdivision is up for review.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission meeting records no substantive decisions

The commission discussed public communication regarding a crossing project, the potential for a Development Services Director, and a building project involving Scott DeWitt. No formal actions were taken or voted upon during the recorded portion of the meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
6 yea
Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Brian Hoffman yea
Mon Mar 20, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

Hastings City Council reviews financial audit and Southeast Project roundabout

The Hastings City Council will review the city and utility department's financial audit for the period ending September 30, 2022. The worksession also includes discussions regarding the Library Annual Report, the Hastings Southeast Project roundabout, and a City/County EMS billing contract.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews financial audit and discusses highway roundabout project

The Council reviewed the City and Utility Department financial audit for the period ending September 30, 2022. Members discussed a proposed 3-lane highway project with a roundabout and a new EMS billing contract with Adams County. No final votes were taken on the project or the contract during this worksession.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt the current agenda for the March 20, 2023 City Council Worksession minus item two, Library Annual Report. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
[context] Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Mon Mar 13, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Hastings City Council reviews bridge detour agreement and finance department funding

The Hastings City Council will consider a bridge detour agreement with the Nebraska Department of Transportation and additional staffing for the Finance Department. The agenda also includes reviewing a City Hall mold report and approving various construction work orders.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves new Finance Department position and Brickhouse subdivision plat

Council approved a new utility-funded full-time position for the Finance Department to support ERP system implementation. The preliminary plat for Brickhouse Subdivision was approved, and an agreement with NDOT for a bridge detour was authorized. Council also discussed relocating employees from City Hall due to mold and asbestos.

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
6 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
[context] Roll Call:
13 yea · 1 nay
Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Steve Huntley there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 6:36 P.M. Roll Call:
6 yea · 1 nay
Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Mar 9, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

The Hastings Utility Board will discuss solar expansion and production economics.

The board is scheduled to review financial items including an audit presentation and additional FTE and funding. The agenda also includes updates on solar farm expansion and electric production economics for WEC1 and solar.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board requests additional finance staff and funding

The Utility Board approved a request to the City Council for an additional full-time equivalent (FTE) employee and funding for the finance department to support ERP system challenges. The board also reviewed an audit presentation and received updates on electric production and solar farm expansion.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Raitt and seconded by Dewalt to adopt the current agenda for the March 9, 2023 Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Raitt yea
[context] Roll Call:
4 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Jeanette Dewalt yea · Mark Hemje yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Moved by Dewalt seconded by Hemje there being no further business to adjourn at 10:18 am. Roll Call:
2 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Tue Feb 28, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Hastings City Council reviews police union contract and emergency management grant

The council will consider an addendum to the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 9 union contract and a grant agreement with the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency. The agenda also includes several infrastructure work orders and liquor license applications.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves police union residency change and infrastructure grant

The City Council approved a contract addendum changing police residency requirements from 30 miles to 60 minutes. Council also approved a NEMA grant for flood and dam engineering services and joined the Nebraska CLASS Trust for investment options.

🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
All Consent Items.
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
ADJOURN:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Jeniffer Beahm to approve all consent items, as presented. Roll Call:
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
[context] Roll Call:
15 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Butch Eley there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 5:44 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Feb 21, 2023 · 16:00

Planning Commission

Election of officers and review of Brickhouse Subdivision preliminary plat

The commission will elect a Chair, First Vice-Chair, and Second Vice-Chair. The agenda includes consideration of a preliminary plat for the Brickhouse Subdivision. No unfinished or tabled applications are scheduled for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves preliminary plat for Brickhouse Subdivision

The Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for the Brickhouse Subdivision to assist with property development. The commission also re-elected its officers for another term.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting
8 yea
Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Adjourn
9 yea
Gregory Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Ann Hinton yea · Jacque Cranson yea · Brian Hoffman yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Ann Hinton, seconded by Michelle Lewis, to adopt the current agenda for the Planning Commission Meeting. Roll Call:
8 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Shawn Rossi, seconded by Rakesh Srivastava, to approve the minutes of the December 20, 2022 meeting. Roll Call:
8 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Shawn Rossi, seconded by Rakesh Srivastava, to approve the minutes of the December 20, 2022 meeting. Roll Call: Ayes: Jacque Cranson, Rakesh Srivastava, Shawn Rossi, Ann Hinton, Greg Sinner…
8 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Moved by Ann Hinton, seconded by Chuck Rosenberg, to approve the Preliminary Plat, Brickhouse Subdivision. Roll Call:
8 yea
Jacque Cranson yea · Rakesh Srivastava yea · Shawn Rossi yea · Ann Hinton yea · Greg Sinner yea · Chuck Rosenberg yea · Michelle Lewis yea · Jody Stutzman yea
Mon Feb 20, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

Hastings City Council discusses property assessments and flood mitigation funding

The council will discuss Nebraska CLASS investment pools and NEMA grant funding for flood mitigation project scoping. Additionally, officials will discuss implementing special assessments against properties that violate the Hastings City Code.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews financial audit and discusses highway roundabout project

Council reviewed a financial audit showing an unmodified opinion and discussed a proposed 3-lane highway project featuring a roundabout. No final votes were taken on the roundabout or the EMS billing contract, though the Library Annual Report was postponed.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
7 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Butch Eley seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt the current agenda for the March 20, 2023 City Council Worksession minus item two, Library Annual Report. Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
[context] Roll Call:
7 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Mon Feb 13, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

City Council considers $2M utility bond issuance and new annexation

The Hastings City Council will consider the issuance of up to $2,000,000 in Combined Utilities Revenue Bonds. The agenda also includes a voluntary annexation request and the adoption of a new public comment policy. Other items involve street improvement bids and various city work orders.

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✓ Decided: City Council authorizes $2M in bonds for lead water service removal

The City Council approved a $2 million bond issuance for the removal of lead water services, utilizing state and federal funds. Other key actions included approving a pump station contract and a new public comment policy.

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
that the item was on the worksession in January and was not a complete surprise to be on the agenda tonight. Roll Call:
5 yea · 3 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay · Brad Consbruck nay · Steve Huntley nay
Moved by Steve Huntley seconded by Butch Eley there being no further business to come before the group to adjourn at 6:05 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 14 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Feb 9, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Utility Board to discuss lead removal efforts and pump station operations

The Hastings Utility Board will review operational updates including SFR Loan/Lead removal efforts and the Coal Train Pump Station. The meeting also includes discussions on finance reporting and customer communications regarding extreme weather and high bills.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board recommends $2M lead removal loan and pump station project to City Council

The Utility Board approved moving a $2 million State Revolving Fund loan for lead service removal and a bid for the Coal Train Pump Station project to the City Council for final action. The board also reviewed financial reporting transitions and discussed strategies to communicate high natural gas bills to residents.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Raitt and seconded by Meeske to adopt the current agenda for the February 9, 2023 Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Hemje yea · Raitt yea
Moved by Hemje and seconded by Meeske to approve the minutes for the January 12, 2023 meeting. Roll Call:
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Hemje yea · Raitt yea
[context] Meeske motioned to move to city council, Raitt second
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Raitt yea
motion to approve, second by Hemje
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Raitt yea
Moved by Raitt seconded by Hemje there being no further business to adjourn at 9:50 am. Roll Call:
4 yea
Dewalt yea · Hemje yea · Meeske yea · Raitt yea
Mon Jan 23, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves land annexation and new semi-tractor purchase

The City Council approved the voluntary annexation of land at Baltimore Avenue and M Street. Council also authorized the purchase of a semi-tractor for the Pollution Control Facility and approved several utility work orders.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jan 17, 2023 · 17:15

City Council Special

City Council considers housing development funds for "D" Street and Cedar Avenue

The Hastings City Council will consider Resolution No. 2023-04 at this special meeting. This item involves approving an application for Rural Workforce Housing Land Development funds for a project located at "D" Street and Cedar Avenue.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves application for workforce housing land development funds

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2023-04 to apply for Rural Workforce Housing Land Development funds for a project at "D" Street and Cedar Avenue. The grant would cover 50% or more of the development of single-family homes or duplex-style townhomes.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO ADOPT CURRENT AGENDA
6 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
ADJOURN:
6 yea
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Marc Rowan yea · Matt Fong yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Shawn Hartmann to adopt current agenda for the January 17, 2023 Special Meeting. Roll Call:
6 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
[context] Roll Call:
6 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Steve Huntley there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 5:28 P.M. Roll Call:
6 yea
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea
Tue Jan 17, 2023 · 17:30

City Council Worksession

✓ Decided: City Council discusses communication protocols and museum operations

The Council held a worksession to review the Museum Annual Report and discuss new procedures for public records, agenda requests, and city-wide communication. No formal legislative actions were taken other than adopting the agenda and adjourning.

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
6 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Corey Stutte yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Steve Huntley there being no further business to come before the council to adjourn at 6:23 P.M. Roll Call:
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Marc Rowan nay · Butch Eley absent
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jan 12, 2023 · 09:00

Utility Board

Hastings Utility Board to review Q4 2022 finances and capital budget request

The Hastings Utility Board meeting includes a financial update for Q4 2022 and a capital budget increase request. The agenda also covers 2022 safety results and a December weather event.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board approves purchase of new vehicle exceeding item budget

The Utility Board approved the purchase of a new vehicle that exceeded its specific budgeted amount to replace a contractor. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 8, 2022.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Raitt and seconded by Hemje to adopt the current agenda for the January 12, 2023 Regular Meeting. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Hemje yea · Raitt yea
Moved by Dewalt and seconded by Meeske to approve the minutes of the December 8, 2022 meeting. Roll Call:
5 yea
Hitesman yea · Dewalt yea · Meeske yea · Hemje yea · Raitt yea
to approve, Meeske seconds. Roll Call:
5 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Jeanette Dewalt yea · Mark Hemje yea · Susan Meeske yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Moved by Meeske and seconded by Hemje, there being no further business to adjourn at 10:23 am. Roll Call:
5 yea
Bill Hitesman yea · Jeanette Dewalt yea · Mark Hemje yea · Susan Meeske yea · Shayne Raitt yea
Mon Jan 9, 2023 · 17:30

City Council

Hastings City Council to consider Adams County annexation and liquor licenses

The City Council will hold public hearings on an Adams County annexation request and a redevelopment plan modification for the Wolbach Building Project. The council will also consider liquor license applications for businesses on South Burlington Avenue and West 2nd Street.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves water and sewer contract for $303,452.28

The City Council approved a contract for water and sewer main installations on Lakeview Avenue. The council also granted liquor licenses to two businesses and advanced a voluntary annexation request for a tract of land on Baltimore Avenue and M Street.

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURN:
7 yea · 1 nay
Steve Huntley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Matt Fong yea · Butch Eley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Shawn Hartmann seconded by Jeniffer Beahm to approve Resolution No. 2023-03 approving the application of RL Fridley Theatres, Inc. dba "Rivoli Theatre" for a Class "I" Liquor License at 528…
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
Moved by Matt Fong seconded by Butch Eley there being no further business to come before the City Council to adjourn at 6:17 P.M. Roll Call:
7 yea · 1 nay
Matt Fong yea · Shawn Hartmann yea · Joy Huffaker yea · Butch Eley yea · Brad Consbruck yea · Steve Huntley yea · Jeniffer Beahm yea · Marc Rowan nay
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.