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.
- New Development - Gas - Contribution Analysis
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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.
- Resolution No. 2023-32: 2024-2029 One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan
- Public hearing for conditional use permit amendment at 780 E. 26th Street
- Approval of the City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan
- Ordinance No. 4750: Amendments to sexual predator residency restrictions
- Resolution No. 2023-42: Public hearing for annexation of three areas
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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.
- Public hearing on the 2024-2029 One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan
- $1,010,000.00 CDBG grant application for Noah's Ark Processors expansion
- Public hearing regarding Pacha Soap Co. expansion project
- Ordinance No. 4749 regarding political sign removal
- Contract for Parks Department roof replacement
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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.
- 12th Street corridor study discussion
- Hastings Utility Advisory Board importance discussion
- City Council standards and norms discussion
- City Hall timeline discussion
- Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) discussion
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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.
- Presentation of One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan
- Conditional Use Permit amendment for Pine Patch Second Subdivision at 780 E. 26th Street
- Annexation of Area #1 (East 26th Street), Area #2 (Industrial Park North), and Area #3 (Industrial Park West)
- Acceptance of the City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan
- Preliminary/Final Plat of Vandeventer Subdivision
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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.
- Review of draft City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan
- Final plat approval for Showboat Condos Addition
- Preliminary/final plat approval for Hastings Medical Park I Building
- $600,954.70 reimbursement to Pacha Soap Company via CDBG Project 22-ED-003
- Work Order #1 with Garver LLC for Airport Apron Rehabilitation Project
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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.
- Heartwell Infrastructure Progress update
- Lead Service Replacements & Funding Update
- Electric Production Capacity Options & Winter Utilization of Units 4 & 5
- Electric Production Fall Outage Update
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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.
- Review of the draft City of Hastings Affordable Housing Plan dated October 27, 2023
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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.
- Approval of agreement with Great Plains Asbestos Control, Inc. for City Hall Asbestos Containing Materials Abatement and Mold Remediation (CH 2023-50)
- Approval of Work Order GA-372 for new four inch medium gas main for Central Community College Phase II
- Approval of Work Order SW-359 for Pollution Control Facility aeration basin improvements
- Approval of Work Order EL-261 for new post tops for LED street lights along Laird Avenue from 14th Street to 17th Street
- Approval of moving City Council Meetings and Worksessions to Hastings Municipal Airport, 3300 W. 12th Street
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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.
- Public hearing for conditional use amendment at 780 E. 26th Street (Pine Patch Second Subdivision)
- Final Plat of 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.
- Discussion on annexation
- Discussion on City Council mission, vision and norms
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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.
- 3rd Quarter Financial Summary
- New Utility Bill
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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.
- Resolution No. 2023-31: Assessments in the Business Improvement District
- Work Order EL-184: Replacement of nine decorative street light poles on 3rd Street
- Work Order EL-257: Installation of underground electric line and transformers along Lakeview Avenue
- Work Order EL-258: Installation of electric lines and transformers north of Avalon Lane
- Work Order EL-259: Installation of street lights along Utecht Circle
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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.
- Discussion regarding North Industrial Park Area annexation
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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.
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 4745 for the 2023-2024 Annual Appropriation Bill
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 4741 regarding electric service billing and rates
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 4742 regarding gas service billing and rates
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 4743 regarding water service billing and rates
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 4744 to amend the Hastings Community Solar Farm rate rider
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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.
- Ordinance No. 4745: Annual Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2023-2024
- Ordinance No. 4741, 4742, and 4743: Modifications to electric, gas, and water service rates
- Ordinance No. 4744: Rate rider amendment for Hastings Community Solar Farm
- Ordinance No. 4746: Land sale at 1938 W. 8th Street for $20,000.00
- Invoice from Corner Building, LLC for $100,000.00 for Downtown Revitalization project
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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.
- Work session regarding West Industrial Park Area and East Industrial Area annexation
- Approval of meeting minutes from August 15, 2023, 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.
- Public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 Annual Budget
- Approval of the 2023-2024 Salary Schedule
- Wage Addendum for Hastings Firefighters Association Local Union 675
- Wage Addendum for Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 9
- Ordinances to modify electric, gas, and water service billing and rates
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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.
- Approved 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Salary Schedule (8-0)
- Approved Wage Addendum for Hastings Firefighters Association Local Union 675 (8-0)
- Approved Wage Addendum for Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 9 (8-0)
- Approved $30,000 funding for Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce (8-0)
- Approved $175,000 funding for Hastings Economic Development Corporation (8-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-29 adopting 2023-2024 Annual Fee Resolution (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4745 (2023-2024 Annual Budget) on first reading (5-3), but failed on second and final reading (5-3)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4741 (Electric service rates) on first reading (5-3), but failed on second and third reading (5-3)
🗳️ 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.
- Public hearing for Showboat Condo Addition near South Showboat Avenue and East South Street
- Resolution No. 2023-26 regarding property boundaries for Showboat Condo Addition
- Approval of preliminary plat for Showboat Condos Addition
- Claim from Eldon's Automotive Repair for $3,302.62
- Letter of credit from Five Points Bank of Hastings for $1,690,304.25 regarding 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.
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-26 to annex property at South Showboat Avenue and East South Street (8-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Showboat Condos Addition (8-0)
- Authorized Mayor to obtain a $1,690,304.25 letter of credit from Five Points Bank for Hastings Groundwater Contamination Site obligations (8-0)
- Approved claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair in the amount of $3,302.62 (7-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved request for Our Little Angels to use city property for a 5K Remembrance Run on October 7, 2023 (8-0)
- Approved August 28, 2023 Council meeting minutes and August 21, 2023 Worksession minutes (8-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Budget recommendation discussion
- Insurance renewals discussion
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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.
- Approved budget recommendation for City Council (5-0)
- Approved August 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Discussion of annexation at E 26th St & N. 2nd Ave.
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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.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
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.
- Public hearing for Class "C" Liquor License at 615 W. 2nd Street
- Approval of Eldon's Automotive Repair claim for $1,325.61
- Special Council Meeting on September 11 for the 2023-2024 Annual Budget hearing
- Agreement with Werner Construction, Inc. for Street Improvement District No. 2022-2 Lakeview 10th
- Resolution No. 2023-21 regarding levy authority for the Community Redevelopment Authority
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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.
- Approved $375,357 contract with Werner Construction, Inc. for Street Improvement District 2022-2 Lakeview 10th
- Approved Class 'C' Liquor License for Cheese Shop, LLC dba 'The Cheese and Wine Shop' (Resolution No. 2023-28)
- Approved manager application of Michael L. Consbruck for The Cheese and Wine Shop
- Approved $497,876.51 levy authority for the Community Redevelopment Authority (Resolution No. 2023-21) (5-2)
- Denied 1% increase in restricted funds (Resolution No. 2023-27) (4-3)
- Approved $1,325.61 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair
- Scheduled Special Council Meeting for 2023-2024 Annual Budget public hearing on September 11, 2023
- Appointed Nichole Bryant to Library Board and Darin Clark to Museum Board
🗳️ 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.
- Discussion of proposed 2023-2024 City Budget
- Discussion of proposed 2023-2024 Utility Budget
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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.
- Adopted the August 21, 2023 worksession agenda (8-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Public hearing for land annexation at South Showboat Avenue and East South Street
- Preliminary plat review for Showboat Condos Subdivision
- Withdrawal of Conditional Use Permit application for a medical clinic
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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.
- Approved annexation of 9.9 acres for The Toy Shed, LLC (8-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Showboat Condos Subdivision
- Withdrawn: CUP request for Medical Clinic at N. Kansas Ave and W. 22nd St
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.
- Presentation of the 2023-2024 Annual City and Utility Budgets
- Approval of asbestos removal and interior demolition at City Hall
- Pay estimates totaling $35,486.07 for sidewalk improvement work
- Renewal of Class 'C' liquor licenses for various businesses
- Extension agreement 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.
- Approved $75,000 one-year ambulance service agreement with Adams County (7-0)
- Approved claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair for $286.55 (6-0)
- Approved renewal of multiple Class 'C' Liquor Licenses (7-0)
- Approved use of city streets for Junk Street event on September 9, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved Work Order SW-370 for sanitation sewer main and manhole relining (7-0)
- Approved Work Order CO-188 for new underground fiber optic line (7-0)
- Approved multiple Community Development Block Grant fund drawdowns and invoices (7-0)
- Approved Pay Estimates #9-11 totaling $35,486.07 for sidewalk improvement (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Approval of July 13, 2023, meeting minutes
- Budget preview discussion
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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.
- Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes
- Deferred 2023/2024 budget recommendation vote
🗳️ 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.
- Public hearing for Kitty's Roadhouse Class "CK" liquor license application
- Approval of $20,000 property sale at 1938 W. 8th Street
- Electrical work orders for EV charging stations and a Verizon tower
- Request to host the Antique Aircraft Association Annual Fly In at Municipal Airport
- Resolution to apply for federal assistance for a south side trail
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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.
- Approved Ordinance No. 4740 allowing alcohol consumption in pedal pubs, party buses, and limousines on city streets and at Airport Building #1 (7-1)
- Approved Class 'CK' Liquor License for Kitty's Roadhouse I, LLC at 1400 E. South Street (8-0)
- Approved manager application of Scott D. Hinerman for Kitty's Roadhouse (8-0)
- Approved sale of 1938 W. 8th Street to Jose A. Carrillo and Alba N. Bueno for $20,000 (8-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-19 to apply for a Recreational Trails Program grant up to $250,000 for Pioneer Spirit Trail Phase 4A (8-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-24 to advertise for bids for Street Improvement District 2022-2 Lakeview 10th Addition (8-0)
- Approved updated bylaws for the Hastings Museum Board (8-0)
- Confirmed appointments to the Museum Board and Housing Authority (8-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Concept approval motion for a medical clinic near N Kansas Ave and W 22nd St
- Withdrawn zoning change for 2400 and 2430 North Elm Street
- Approval of Planning Commission 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.
- Approved minutes of April 25, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved work session minutes of May 16, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of June 16, 2023 (6-0)
- Tabled CUP for medical clinic at North Kansas Avenue and West 22nd Street (6-0)
- Withdrawn: Zoning change for 2400 and 2430 North Elm Street
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.
- Discussion of Payment in Lieu of Taxes Methodology
- Discussion of City Hall options
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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.
- Adopted agenda for July 17, 2023 Worksession (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Q2 Financial Review
- Capital Budget Review
- Natural Gas Cost of Service (COS) Study Update
- PFAS Regulation in Drinking Water
- New Customer Bill Template Preview
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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.
- Approved recommendation for 6.3% natural gas rate increase (5-0)
- Approved minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting (5-0)
- Adopted agenda for July 13, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Public hearing on Redevelopment Plan Area No. 7 modification
- Preliminary/final plat approval for Hastings Medical Park I Building
- $1,436.50 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair
- Hangar Land Lease with Delta Golf, LLC at Hastings Municipal Airport
- Ordinance No. 4739 to vacate a portion of the alley on South Street
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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.
- Approved Ordinance No. 4739 vacating southern portion of alley on South Street between S. Kansas Ave and S. Colorado Ave
- Approved hangar land lease with Delta Golf LLC at Hastings Municipal Airport
- Approved agreement with Flowserve US Inc. to rebuild Customer Distribution System
- Approved $1,436.50 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair
- Approved use of City property for Pacha Soap Co. and Allo Communications Downtown Celebration (Aug 24, 2023)
- Approved Special Designated Liquor License for First Street Brewing Company (Aug 24, 2023)
- Approved use of City property for Special Olympics Truck Convoy (Sept 16, 2023)
- Approved use of City property for Kool-Aid Days Fun Run (Aug 20) and Parade (Aug 19)
🗳️ 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.
- Selection of Garver as Aviation Consultant for airport development projects
- Agreement with Ziemba Roofing for North Denver Station Plant roof replacement
- Moving City Council meetings to Hastings Public Library starting July 10, 2023
- Resolution authorizing employee awards up to $25 per award
- Ordinance conveying ownership of South Street alley to the Community Redevelopment Authority
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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.
- Approved moving City Council meetings to Hastings Public Library starting July 10, 2023 (5-3)
- Approved moving City Council worksessions to Hastings Public Library starting July 17, 2023 (5-3)
- Approved $314,829 agreement with Ziemba Roofing for North Denver Station roof replacement (7-0)
- Approved selection of Garver as Aviation Consultant for the next 5 years (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-18 for employee safety awards up to $25 (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4738 conveying alley ownership on South Street to the CRA (7-0)
- Approved appointments to Zoning Board, Civil Service Commission, and Utility Advisory Board (7-0)
- Approved consent items including payroll and use of city property for Hit the Ground Running event (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Public hearing for Redevelopment Plan Area #7 modification (medical clinic construction)
- Preliminary/Final Plat for Hastings Medical Park I Building
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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.
- Recommended approval for Plan Modification No. 2023-1 to Redevelopment Plan Area #7 for the OBGYN LLC Project (7-0)
- Approved Preliminary/Final Plat for Hastings Medical Park I Building (7-0)
- Adopted the meeting agenda (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Discussion of City Hall options
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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.
- Discussed Repair Option ($2,000,000) - staff advised against due to code and ADA compliance issues
- Discussed North Denver Option ($10,363,855) - would house all staff under one roof but move City Hall from downtown
- Discussed Renovation Option ($8,461,139) - noted as having significant unknowns
- Discussed New Build Option ($8,858,170) - noted as potentially more efficient and cost-effective long-term
- Reviewed financing options including cash reserves from the $22 million unrestricted General Fund and municipal improvement bonds
🗳️ 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.
- Public hearing for Barrel Bar II, LLC liquor license at 1200 E. South Street
- Viaero Fiber Networks, LLC right-of-way agreement on 12th Street and Highland Road
- Expenditure bonuses for Hastings Police Department recruitment and retention
- Ordinance to convey "C" Street right-of-way to Rockford Properties, LP
- $8,825.05 drawdown for sidewalk improvement project funds
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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.
- Approved hiring bonuses ($2,000-$7,500) and retention bonuses ($3,000-$6,000) for police and dispatchers (6-1)
- Approved Class 'C' Liquor License and manager application for Barrel Bar II, LLC (7-0)
- Approved Telecommunications Line Right-of Way License Agreement with Viaero Fiber Networks, LLC for $925.62 annually (7-0)
- Approved $217,000 grant administration agreement with SCEDD for Pacha Soap expansion (7-0)
- Approved removing Scottsbluff from the city array in the FOP Lodge 9 Union Contract (5-1)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-17 designating Finance Director and Assistant Finance Director as bank signatories (6-1)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4737 conveying 'C' Street right-of-way ownership to Rockford Properties, LP (6-1)
- Approved consent agenda items including claims, payroll, and a liquor license area addition for The Lark (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Purchase of CAT Model 826K Landfill Compactor from Nebraska Machinery Co.
- Interlocal Cooperation Act Agreement for C.A.N.D.O.
- Street light installation on 33rd Street near Yost and Utecht Avenues
- Solar Field Phase 2 work order
- Pollution Control Facility service water upgrades
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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.
- Approved $795,000 purchase of CAT Model 826K Landfill Compactor (Unanimous)
- Approved Interlocal Cooperation Act Agreement for CANDO narcotics taskforce (Unanimous)
- Approved Work Order PL-628 for Solar Field Phase 2 (7-1)
- Approved Work Order SW-369 for Pollution Control Facility service water upgrades (Unanimous)
- Approved Work Order EL-249 for street lights on 33rd Street (Unanimous)
- Approved Work Order EL-250 for underground electric line and transformer on Colorado Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved Mary Lanning Rehabilitation use of city property for Disability Pride Day on July 26, 2023 (Unanimous)
- Approved Adams County Fairgrounds use of city streets for Darrel Stromer Memorial Parade on July 15, 2023 (Unanimous)
🗳️ 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.
- FY 24 budget priorities and staffing needs
- Comprehensive Plan update
- LB840 economic development tax discussion
- 'F' Street construction from Franklin Avenue to Baltimore Avenue and Baltimore Avenue to Marian Road
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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.
- Adopted the May 21, 2023 retreat agenda (8-0)
- Adjourned the meeting at 4:15 P.M. (8-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Adopted the agenda for the work session (8-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Introduction of new Assistant Finance Director
- Electric in Lieu of Taxes Methodology discussion
- Budget timeline and upcoming budget challenges
- Update on Heartwell Plant status
- Update from Storage Conference
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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.
- Approved changing PILOT calculation from Retail and Wholesale Revenue to Retail Only Revenue at 6.1% for 2023 year-end true-up (4-0)
- Approved phasing PILOT to 5.2% over a five-year period (4-0)
- Approved minutes from April 13, 2023 meeting (4-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Zoning change for 133 Park Street from light industrial to mixed density neighborhood
- Zoning change for 947 South Burlington Avenue from single family residential to commercial business
- Amendment to city code regarding motorized vehicle racetracks in I-2 Districts
- Purchase of a 2024 Peterbilt Model 537 Truck for the Street Department
- $96,519.93 pay estimate for sidewalk improvements
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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.
- Approved rezoning of 133 Park Street from I-1 to R-2 (7-0)
- Approved code amendment adding motorized vehicle racetracks as permitted use in I-2 districts (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 947 South Burlington Avenue from R-1 to C-3 (7-0)
- Approved purchase of 2024 Peterbilt Model 537 truck for $180,885 (5-2)
- Approved consent agenda including event permits for Farmers Market, Air Race Classic, 4th of July Parade, and PRIDE event (5-1-1)
- Approved Pay Estimate #7 of $96,519.93 for sidewalk improvements
- Approved Holt Addition plat and annexation into city limits (7-0)
- Approved preliminary/final plat for Holt Addition (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Rezoning 133 Park Street from Light Industrial to Mixed Density Neighborhood
- Adding 'Racetracks' as a permitted use in I-2 Districts
- Rezoning 947 South Burlington Avenue from Urban Single Family Residential to Commercial Business
- Bringing land at 219 West J Street into city limits for 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.
- Recommended approval to rezone 133 Park Street from I-1 to R-2 (8-0)
- Recommended approval to add racetrack definitions and permit racetracks in I-2 districts (8-0)
- Recommended approval to rezone 947 South Burlington Avenue from R-1 to C-3 (8-0)
- Recommended approval to annex 219 West J Street into city limits (8-0)
- Recommended approval of Preliminary/Final Plat for Holt Addition (8-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Contract for Hastings Solar Farm Phase 2
- Road resurfacing at Parkview Cemetery
- Speed limit changes on Showboat Boulevard
- Gas main replacement in Lochland Phase 5
- Street use permits for Woofstock and local parades
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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.
- Approved $8,413,259 contract with GenPro Energy Solutions for Solar Farm Phase 2 (6-2)
- Approved $1,665,811 contract with Babcock & Wilcox Co. for Whelan Energy Center 1 Bottom Ash System
- Approved $367,084 contract to Morten Construction for Parkview Cemetery Phase 4 road resurfacing
- Approved $80,663 contract with Philip Carkoski Construction and Trenching, Inc. for Utility Warehouse concrete storage
- Passed Ordinance No. 4732 removing Director of Development Services from department head list (7-1)
- Passed Ordinance No. 4733 setting speed limits on Showboat Boulevard from U.S. Highway No. 6 to 422' north of 12th Street
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-15 to temporarily place a stop sign at 26th Street and Osborne Drive East
- Approved street use requests for Woofstock (June 10), Melody Round-Up Parade (Sept 30), and Veterans Recognition Parade (Nov 4)
🗳️ 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.
- Presentation of Library Annual Report
- Presentation of Flyash Project (Whelan Energy Center)
- Presentation of Community Solar Expansion
- Discussion of Delegated Authority
- Discussion of 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.
- Approved agenda for April 17, 2023 Worksession (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- WEC Regulatory Compliance-Bottom Ash Project
- Community Solar Expansion
- Utility Bill/Print RFP
- Yost Bldg Offices-Development Services Temp Relocation
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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.
- Approved WEC Regulatory Compliance-Bottom Ash Project (4-0)
- Approved Community Solar Expansion Phase 2 with GenPro (4-0)
- Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Adopted April 13, 2023 meeting agenda (4-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Public hearing for a Class 'C' Liquor License at 609 W. 2nd Street
- Public hearing to rezone 901 South Lincoln Avenue from R-1 to R-2
- Agreement with Werner Construction for Laird Avenue street improvements
- Resolution regarding private hangar construction at the Municipal Airport
- Ordinance creating an offense for entering a vehicle without owner permission
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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.
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-14 for U.S. Highway 6 roundabout and 3-lane project (5-3)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4731 rezoning 901 South Lincoln Avenue from R-1 to R-2 (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4730 creating an offense for entering a vehicle without permission (7-0)
- Approved $412,511.22 paving contract with Werner Construction for Laird Ave (6-1)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-12 for private hangar requirements at Municipal Airport (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-13 removing blighted designation for Hastings Dog Park (7-0)
- Approved Class 'C' Liquor License for Hublocsters, LLC dba 'Back Alley Bakery' (7-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Brickhouse Subdivision (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Awarding bid for a shelter at Heartwell Park island
- Approval of $602.68 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair
- Installation of transformer bank north of 26th Street and west of Baltimore Avenue
- New 50KW generator for North Denver Station substation building
- Request to speak 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.
- Approved $103,649 bid from Crouch Recreation for Heartwell Park shelter (6-2)
- Approved $602.68 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair (7-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved installation of three-phase overhead transformer bank north of 26th Street
- Approved new 50KW generator and transfer switch for North Denver Station
- Approved tools and equipment for Utility Department mechanic
- Approved YMCA use of sidewalks and Hastings Lake for Spring Duathlon on May 13, 2023
- Approved use of city streets for 'Do the Brew' event on April 29, 2023
- Approved Special Designated License for 'Do the Brew' craft beer festival
🗳️ 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.
- Rezoning of 901 South Lincoln Avenue from R-1 to R-2
- Removal of Blighted and Substandard designation for Hastings Dog Park area
- Final Plat for Brickhouse Subdivision
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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.
- Financial Audit for City of Hastings and Utility Department (ending Sept 30, 2022)
- Library Annual Report presentation
- Hastings Southeast Project roundabout discussion
- City/County EMS Billing Contract discussion
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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.
- Adopted the March 20, 2023 worksession agenda (7-0)
- Postponed the Library Annual Report presentation
- Requested City Administrator investigate Landfill Fund receivable
- Adjourned meeting at 7:25 p.m. (7-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Agreement with NDOT for Hastings Regional Center Spur Bridge detour
- Additional funding and staff for the Finance Department
- $34,405.72 pay estimate for sidewalk improvements
- $73,556.15 request for Community Development Block Grant funds
- Preliminary plat for Brickhouse Subdivision
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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.
- Approved preliminary plat for Brickhouse Subdivision
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-09 for additional FTE and funding for Finance Department (6-1)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-08 for NDOT Hastings Regional Center Spur Bridge detour agreement
- Approved $527.97 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair
- Approved $34,405.72 pay estimate for sidewalk improvement (Project 20-PW-004)
- Approved $73,556.15 CDBG drawdown for Public Works (Project 20-PW-004)
- Approved Antique Airplane Association monthly hamburger feeds at airport
- Approved Hastings Public Library use of city streets for May 27 block party
🗳️ 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.
- Audit presentation via Zoom
- Additional FTE & Funding
- Electric Production Economics (WEC1, Solar)
- Solar Farm Expansion Update
- CCR (Ash) Compliance Update
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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.
- Approved request to City Council for additional finance department FTE and funding (4-0)
- Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Addendum to Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 9 Union Contract
- Agreement with Nebraska Emergency Management Agency for BRIC Grant
- Claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair totaling $1,230.91
- Liquor license manager application for Casey's General Store locations
- Infrastructure work orders for electric and gas line installations
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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.
- Approved police union contract addendum changing residency requirement from 30 miles to 60 minutes (7-0-1)
- Approved NEMA agreement for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant (8-0-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-07 to participate in Nebraska CLASS Trust (7-1-0)
- Approved $1,230.91 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair (7-0-1)
- Approved liquor license manager application for Christopher C. Sieck for three Casey's General Store locations (7-1-0)
- Approved Work Order EL-245 for overhead transformer bank north of 26th Street (7-1-0)
- Approved Work Order EL-246 for electric line and transformers at 1601 West 2nd Street (7-1-0)
- Approved Work Order GA-376 for new gas main on Utecht Avenue (7-1-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Election of Chair, First Vice-Chair, and Second Vice-Chair
- Preliminary plat for Brickhouse Subdivision
- Approval of December 20, 2022 meeting minutes
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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.
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Brickhouse Subdivision (8-0)
- Re-elected Greg Sinner as Chairman, Ann Hinton as First Vice-Chair, and Michelle Lewis as Second Vice-Chair (8-0)
- Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Discussion on Nebraska CLASS short-term investment pool
- Implementation of special assessments for city code violations
- NEMA grant funding for flood mitigation project scoping
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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.
- Adopted the March 20, 2023 worksession agenda minus the Library Annual Report (7-0)
- Postponed the Library Annual Report to a future worksession
- Requested City Administrator investigate a Landfill fund receivable
- Tabled decision on the Hastings Southeast Project roundabout resolution
- Discussed proposed City/County EMS Billing Contract changes
🗳️ 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.
- Issuance of up to $2,000,000 in Combined Utilities Revenue Bonds
- Voluntary annexation of land at Baltimore Avenue and M Street
- Three-year lease with the Hastings Sodbusters for Duncan Field
- Adoption of a new Public Comment Policy
- Bids for Street Improvement District 2022-3, Laird Avenue
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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.
- Approved Ordinance No. 4729 for up to $2M in combined utilities revenue bonds for lead water service removal
- Approved $433,684.69 contract with Philip Carkoski Construction for Coal Train Pump Station
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-05 adopting a new Public Comment policy (5-3)
- Approved three-year lease with Hastings Sodbusters for Duncan Field at $300/game
- Approved accepting a deed from HEDC to extend 33rd Street to Utecht Avenue
- Approved agreements to facilitate $500,000 in state funding for Heartwell Renewables turn lane improvements on US-6
- Approved Ordinance No. 4728 for voluntary annexation at Baltimore Avenue and M Street
- Approved appointments to the Airport Advisory Board and City Planning Commission
🗳️ 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.
- SFR Loan/Lead removal efforts
- Coal Train Pump Station
- Extreme Weather/High Bills/Customer Communications
- Finance update on reporting
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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.
- Approved moving $2M SRF Loan/Lead removal effort to City Council (4-0)
- Approved moving Coal Train Pump Station project bid to City Council (4-0)
- Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Adopted February 9, 2023 meeting agenda (4-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Approved Ordinance No. 4728 for voluntary annexation of land at the southeast corner of Baltimore Avenue and M Street
- Approved purchase of a new semi-tractor for the Pollution Control Facility from Nebraska Peterbilt
- Approved 2023 Out-Of-District Water and Sewer Connection Fees (no change in fees)
- Approved Work Order WA-116 for new 8" water main on Lakeview Avenue
- Approved Work Order SW-363 for sanitary sewer along Lakeview Avenue
- Approved Work Order EL-239 for overhead power line and transformer bank at 3800 Utecht Avenue
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved claims and payroll
🗳️ 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.
- Resolution No. 2023-04: Approval of Rural Workforce Housing Land Development funds for the "D" Street and Cedar Avenue project
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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.
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-04 for Rural Workforce Housing Land Development funds (6-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Approved the January 17, 2023 Worksession agenda (6-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Q4 2022 Financial Update
- Capital Budget Increase Request
- December Weather Event report
- 2022 Safety Results
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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.
- Approved purchase of new vehicle exceeding item budget (5-0)
- Approved minutes of December 8, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Adopted agenda for January 12, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ 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.
- Voluntary annexation request from Adams County at Baltimore Avenue and M Street
- Plan modification for Wolbach Building Project at 705 West 2nd Street
- Liquor license applications for Family Dollar and Rivoli Theatre
- Agreement with Van Kirk Brothers Contracting for Lakeview 10th Water and Sewer Additions
- Appointment of Lee Vrooman as Street Superintendent
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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.
- Approved $303,452.28 contract with Van Kirk Brothers Contracting for Lakeview 10th Water and Sewer Additions (8-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 4728 for voluntary annexation at Baltimore Avenue and M Street (8-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-01 for Wolbach Building Project plan modification to allow TIF (8-0)
- Approved Class 'B' Liquor License for Family Dollar at 811 S. Burlington Avenue (8-0)
- Approved manager application of Chad A. Thomas for Family Dollar (8-0)
- Approved Class 'I' Liquor License for Rivoli Theatre at 528 W. 2nd Street (7-1)
- Approved manager application of Bryce J. Blecha for Rivoli Theatre (8-0)
- Appointed Lee Vrooman as Street Superintendent (8-0)
🗳️ 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.