Hastings public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed rezoning of a 3.91-acre tract from Agricultural to Light Industrial district, and consider preliminary/final plats for two subdivisions within the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Public hearing for change of zoning at 410 North Adams Central Avenue from A, Agricultural to I-1, Light Industrial
• Preliminary/Final Plat for Kevin Burr Subdivision in Section 9, Township 7 North, Range 10 West
• Preliminary/Final Plat for Gartner Farms Third Subdivision in Section 20, Township 8 North, Range 9 West
• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting

The Hastings Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval to the City Council for a zoning change of a 3.91-acre tract at 410 North Adams Central Avenue from Agricultural (A) to Light Industrial (I-1), and also recommended approval of the related Preliminary/Final Plat for the Kevin Burr Subdivision. The commission also recommended approval of the Preliminary/Final Plat for Gartner Farms Third Subdivision. No decisions were denied or tabled; all motions carried unanimously.

• Recommended rezoning 3.91 acres at 410 N Adams Central Ave from A to I-1 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary/Final Plat for Kevin Burr Subdivision (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary/Final Plat for Gartner Farms Third Subdivision (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding several liquor license applications. The meeting also includes the appointment of city officials and discussions on community development grants.

• Catering Liquor License for Hublocsters, LLC dba 'Back Alley Bakery' at 609 W. 2nd Street
• Class 'C' Liquor License for Lakeside Wines Spirits and More, LLC at 3601 Cimarron Plaza, Suite 110
• Class 'C' Liquor License for The Coterie Social Club, LLC at 338 W. 2nd Street
• Airport Services Agreement with Hastings Air, LLC
• Appointments of City Administrator, Treasurer, Attorney, Engineer, and City Clerk

The Hastings City Council approved several liquor licenses, including a catering license for Back Alley Bakery and Class C licenses for Lakeside Wine Spirits and More and The Coterie Social Club, along with their manager applications. The council also approved the Airport Services Agreement with Hastings Air, LLC for 24 months, and made appointments for City Administrator, Treasurer, Attorney, Engineer, and City Clerk. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2024-70 for Back Alley Bakery catering liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-72 for Lakeside Wine Spirits and More Class C liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved Jeffrey Schutt as manager for Lakeside Wine Spirits and More (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-73 for The Coterie Social Club Class C liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved Melissa Hunt as manager for The Coterie Social Club (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Services Agreement with Hastings Air, LLC for 24 months (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-69 for Year-End Certification of Street Superintendent (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-71 for Sanitary Sewer Connection District 2024-2 plans and bid advertisement (unanimous)

Utility Board

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

• Contribution in Aid of Construction for Electric
• Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program for Hastings Solar

The Utility Board held a regular meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed two informational topics: options for changing how Hastings Utilities charges Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) fees for new electric services, and the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program for the second solar field. No decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes of November 7, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Adopted current agenda for December 12, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned at 9:38 am (3-0)

City Council

The Hastings City Council will consider consent items including claims, payroll, and multiple utility work orders for business and housing developments. Notable regular agenda items include an addendum with Hastings Keno to add a new sales outlet at Sunflower Kitchen District 14 Bar, and an ordinance creating Sanitary Sewer Connection District 2024-2. The council also proposes rescheduling the December 9 meeting to December 16.

• Work Order EL-297: Install three-phase underground electric lines for business expansion at 3507 W. 12th Street (Providence Place of Hastings)
• Work Order GA-384: Reroute 4-inch gas main due to demolition of Weyer Hall and new student housing at 9th Street and Ash Avenue for Hastings College
• Work Order EL-298: Install single-phase underground electric lines for new housing development at Franklin Avenue and G Street
• Approval of addendum with Hastings Keno to make Sunflower Kitchen District 14 Bar (1105 Theater Drive) a new sales outlet location
• Ordinance No. 4785 creating Sanitary Sewer Connection District 2024-2

City Council Worksession

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss communications with the Public Information Manager. The meeting also includes recognition of the City of Hastings IT Department by the Hastings Public Access Channel.

• Recognition of City of Hastings IT Department by Hastings Public Access Channel (HPAC)
• Discussion of communications with Public Information Manager Tony Herrman

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a street improvement plan, a zoning change for a housing development, and a contract for the Hastings Museum Kool-Aid Exhibit. The body will also vote on creating several utility extension districts for a new subdivision.

• Approval of 2025-2030 Street Improvement Plan
• Zoning change for property northwest of West Lochland Road and Pintail Avenue
• Contract with Capitol Museum Services for Hastings Museum Kool-Aid Exhibit
• Approval of claims and payroll
• Approval of Work Order EL-298 for electric lines at Franklin Avenue and 'G' Street

Utility Board

The Hastings Utility Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss unfinished business, general business including finance, production, operations, and administration. The board will also consider a request from the HEDC for economic development funds.

• Approval of October 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• LCR(I) Final Rule Update and Lead Replacement Progress
• Mission Statement and Core Values Review
• HEDC request for Economic Development Funds
• Possible Closed Session

City Council

The Hastings City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign an EPA Brownfield Program Cleanup Grant application to address asbestos at the former Hastings Middle School (714 West 5th Street). The council will also act on several consent items, a zoning ordinance change, a library policy manual approval, and a contract amendment for a downtown revitalization grant. Additional business includes moving the November council meeting date and other routine matters.

• Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign the EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for asbestos removal at former Hastings Middle School
• Ordinance No. 4778 changing zoning from R-1A to R-1 for property south of North Elm Avenue and East 26th Street
• Approval of the Hastings Public Library Policy Manual
• Contract amendment request for Community Development Block Grant project 21-DTR-007, extending the deadline to June 30, 2025
• Release of easements for Lots 1-12 and 14-23 Pine Knoll Place Addition for Hastings College

General

The Hastings Board of Adjustment will meet on October 24, 2024, to review a variance request for a garage at 500 E 9th Street that would reduce rear and side yard setbacks. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and adopt the current agenda.

• Variance request by Andrew and Abigail Vrbas to reduce rear yard setback from 10.2 ft to 4 ft and east side setback from 10 ft to 4 ft for garage at 500 E 9th Street

City Council Worksession

The Hastings City Council is holding a worksession to discuss a strategic plan for a creative district project. This meeting is intended for communication and discussion among elected officials.

• Discussion of strategic plan for creative district project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change for a lot in the Lochland Meadows Subdivision and a plan modification for the Cedar Park Redevelopment Project. The body will also hold a work session to discuss draft updates to zoning regulations and review a street improvement plan.

• Public hearing to rezone Lot 1, Block 4, Lochland Meadows Subdivision Number Two from R-1 to R-2
• Public hearing for Plan Modification No. 2024-8 for the 3.67-acre Cedar Park Redevelopment Project
• Work session on draft Zoning Regulations Updates for signs, small wind energy systems, and nonconformities
• Presentation of One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a meat packing plant expansion and zoning changes. The body is also deciding on funding for police and 911 dispatcher retention and a sewer main project agreement.

• Conditional Use Permit for Noah's Ark Processors meat packing plant expansion at 1009 West M Street
• Expenditure of funds for retention and hiring of police officers and 911 dispatchers
• Zoning change from R-1A to R-1 for property 850 feet south of North Elm Avenue and East 26th Street
• Agreement with The Diamond Engineering Co. for Lochland Meadows 17th Addition Sewer Main Project
• EPA Brownfield Clean Up grant assistance for former Hastings Middle School at 714 West 5th Street

Utility Board

The Hastings Utility Board will meet to discuss electric production and infrastructure updates. The board is also reviewing an internal study on electric infrastructure development cost sharing and the organization's mission statement and core values.

• Electric Infrastructure Development Cost Share Internal Study
• Electric Infrastructure Update
• Electric Production Updates
• Finance Status Update
• Mission Statement and Core Values Review

City Council

The Hastings City Council will meet to discuss the termination of City Administrator Shawn Metcalf and the appointment of an interim replacement. The body will also vote on insurance coverage for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and several utility work orders.

• Termination of Shawn Metcalf as City Administrator
• Mayor's appointment of Interim City Administrator
• Approval of insurance coverage for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Work Order GA-383: replacement of low pressure gas distribution system between 1st and 2nd Street
• Payment of $1,100.00 to South Central Economic Development District for Pacha Expansion project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on zoning changes and redevelopment plan modifications. The body will also review a conditional use permit for a meat packing plant expansion and a final plat for a new subdivision.

• Rezoning of property 850 feet south of North Elm Avenue and East 26th Street from R-1A to R-1
• Plan Modification No. 2024-6 for the 25.99-acre Lagunas Home Construction Elm Meadows project
• Conditional Use Permit for the Noah's Ark Processors Expansion Project at 1009 West M Street
• Plan Modification No. 2024-7 for the 11.89-acre Noah's Ark Processors, LLC Project
• Final Plat for Elm Meadows First Subdivision

City Council Special

The Hastings City Council will consider Ordinance No. 4771, which adopts the Annual Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2024‑2025. This agenda item is being presented for a second reading and may serve as the final reading. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 4771 – adoption of the 2024‑2025 Annual Appropriation Bill (second reading, possible final reading)

City Council Special

The Hastings City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 Annual Budget and a separate hearing to set the property tax request for fiscal year 2024-2025.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024-2025 Annual Budget
• Public hearing to set property tax request for fiscal year 2024-2025

The City Council held public hearings on the proposed 2024-2025 annual budget and the property tax request, which includes a 3.94% increase over the prior year. No formal vote was taken on the budget or tax request during this special meeting; the only action was adopting the agenda and adjourning. Citizen input against the budget was provided by three residents, with no input for or against the tax request.

• Adopted the September 9, 2024 special meeting agenda (8-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:47 p.m. (8-0)

City Council

The Hastings City Council will hold public hearings on a new liquor license for Bullseye Bar & Grill, a zoning change for a property near Cardinal Lane, and a redevelopment plan modification for the Magee Corner project. The council will also vote on utility rate increases, salary schedules, funding agreements, and annexation of land for the Lochland Meadows Subdivision.

• Approval of Class 'C' Liquor License for Bullseye Bar & Grill at 2017 W. Second Street
• Zoning change from R-1 to C-1 for property near Cardinal Lane and South Shore Drive
• Approval of $1,690,304.25 letter of credit for Hastings Groundwater Contamination Site
• Modification of electric, sewer, and water service rates
• Annexation of Lochland Meadows Subdivision Number 17 lands

City Council

The Hastings City Council will vote on contracts for the City Hall Renovation Project with Genesis Contracting Group and for the Whelan Energy Center 1 Fly Ash Silo with United Conveyor LLC dba "UCC Environmental." The council will also consider several public‑hearing items, including two Class D liquor license applications for Hoff Brothers, Inc. and multiple Community Development Block Grant authorizations. Additional actions include a special assessment for demolition cleanup at 618 S. Boston Avenue and scheduling a special meeting to hear the FY25 budget.

• Approval of contract with Genesis Contracting Group for the City Hall Renovation Project
• Approval of contract with United Conveyor LLC dba "UCC Environmental" for the Whelan Energy Center 1 Fly Ash Silo
• Public hearings and resolutions approving Class D liquor licenses for Hoff Brothers, Inc. dba "Fill‑N‑Chill #013" at 2304 W. Second Street and "Fill‑N‑Chill #014" at 2211 N. Kansas Avenue
• Mayor authorized to sign Community Development Block Grant applications for Downtown Revitalization, K & K Plaza water main, and Revive, Inc. public‑works facilities
• Resolution authorizing a special assessment for demolition and property clean‑up at 618 S. Boston Avenue

Utility Board

The Hastings Utility Board will review a recommendation for the 24/25 Utilities Budget and a presentation on electric cost of service. The board will also discuss the continuation of the water infrastructure fee and adjustments to the fee schedule.

• Recommendation for approval of 24/25 Utilities Budget
• Continuation of Water Infrastructure Fee
• Fee Schedule Adjustments
• UFS Electric Cost of Service Presentation
• Presentation from Chamber/HEDC

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a redevelopment plan modification and a zoning change. The body will also review a final plat for a subdivision.

• Plan Modification No. 2024-5 for Magee Corner, L.L.C. Redevelopment Project (0.13 acres northwest of W 2nd Street and N. Hastings Avenue)
• Zoning change for Lot 1, Anderson Second Subdivision from R-1 Urban Single-Family Residential to C-1 Local Business District
• Final Plat of Sky Loch 18th Subdivision

City Council Worksession

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to review annual reports from the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Corp, and discuss the proposed 2024-2025 City Budget and Utility Budget. This is a discussion-only meeting with no formal decisions expected.

City Council

The Hastings City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Plan Modification No. 2024-4 to Redevelopment Area No. 7 for the Ponderosa Park Redevelopment near West 22nd Street and North Kansas Avenue. They will also consider annexing the Lochland Meadows Subdivision No. 17 and approve a liquor license renewal for multiple local businesses.

• Vote on Plan Modification No. 2024-4 for Ponderosa Park Redevelopment near West 22nd Street and North Kansas Avenue
• First reading of Ordinance No. 4769 to annex Lochland Meadows Subdivision No. 17
• Approval of final plat for Lochland Meadows Subdivision No. 17
• Renewal of 30+ Class "C" liquor licenses for businesses including 2nd Street Slammer, Steeple Brewing, and The Wandering Well
• Approval of $649.80 claim for Eldon's Automotive Repair

City Council Worksession

The Hastings City Council will discuss the proposed 2024‑2025 city and utility budgets. No decisions are recorded; the meeting is a worksession for discussion. The agenda also includes roll call, a pledge of allegiance, and adoption of the agenda.

• Discussion of proposed 2024‑2025 City Budget and Utility Budget

Utility Board

The Hastings Utility Board will hold a regular meeting on July 25, 2024, at the Hastings Municipal Airport. The agenda includes approval of June 13, 2024 minutes and a discussion of the 2024/2025 Utility Budget. The board will also discuss a Water, Gas, and Sewer Pilot under the Operations section. No specific dollar amounts or contract details are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of the 2024/2025 Utility Budget
• Discussion of a Water, Gas, and Sewer Pilot

General

The Hastings Board of Adjustment will consider two variance requests at its July 25, 2024 meeting. One request seeks to reduce rear and side yard setbacks for a garage at 500 E 9th Street, and the other seeks to allow a larger projecting sign at 705 W. 2nd Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its January 11, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request by Andrew and Abigail Vrbas to reduce rear yard setback from 10.2 to 4 feet and east side setback from 10 to 4 feet at 500 E 9th Street
• Variance request by Jacque Cranson (Small Town Famous) to allow a 40 square foot projecting sign in C-2 district, exceeding the 10 square foot limit, at 705 W. 2nd Avenue

City Council

The Hastings City Council will vote on a $425,000 forgivable loan for a facade renovation at 706 West 2nd Street, funded by a Community Development Block Grant. The consent agenda includes approvals for several special events and liquor licenses, as well as payments for administrative services. The council will also consider ordinances on unclaimed property, permit fees, and the 2023 National Electric Code.

• $425,000 CDBG facade loan for 706 West 2nd Street
• Special liquor licenses for BBQ Fest and Antique Airplane Fly In
• Ordinance 4767: triple permit fees for no permit
• Ordinance 4768: adopt 2023 National Electric Code
• Consent items: claims, payroll, event permits

Planning Commission

The Hastings Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a plan modification for the Ponderosa Park redevelopment area and a request to annex Lochland Meadows Subdivision No. 17. They will also review the final plat for that subdivision and discuss annexation policy for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Public hearing on Plan Modification No. 2024-4 for Ponderosa Park Redevelopment (approx. 2.44 acres at W 22nd St & N Kansas Ave)
• Public hearing on annexation of Lochland Meadows Subdivision No. 17 (20.54-acre undeveloped tract north of Quail Ridge Ave and Mallard Way)
• Final plat review for Lochland Meadows Subdivision No. 17
• Discussion of Annexation Policy for 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update

City Council

The City Council will consider a conditional use permit for a medical clinic at 2120 North Kansas Avenue. The agenda also includes several plat approvals, zoning changes, and resolutions regarding city utilities and infrastructure grants.

• Public hearing for a medical clinic conditional use permit at 2120 North Kansas Avenue
• Approval of Eldon's Automotive Repair claim for $336.15
• Resolution No. 2024-43 regarding water main and fire hydrant repairs in K & K and Nebraskan Manufactured Home Communities
• Ordinance No. 4764 and 4763 regarding the vacation and conveyance of a 14 foot alley
• Zoning change from R-1A to R-3 near East 26th Street and North Elm Street

City Council

The City Council will consider a Class "C" liquor license application for Valentinis Martini Bar & Gallery. The meeting also includes a discussion on amending the Zoning District Map for property near East 26th Street and North Elm Street.

• Public hearing for Class "C" Liquor License at 3609 Cimarron Plaza, Suite #135
• Manager application for Maria Madrigal regarding Valentinis LLC
• Ordinance No. 4761 to change zoning from R-1A to R-3 near East 26th Street and North Elm Street
• Release of 60' Public Use Easement for Rief Development LLC
• Release of 30' Utility Easement for Rief Development LLC

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a conditional use permit for a medical clinic at 2120 North Kansas Avenue. Members will also review final plats for the Fairway, Hastings College Second, and Elm 26 subdivisions. Additionally, staff will discuss annexation policy and the Comprehensive Housing Plan.

• Conditional Use Permit for a medical clinic at 2120 North Kansas Avenue
• Final Plat of the Fairway Subdivision
• Final Plat of the Hastings College Second Subdivision
• Final Plat of Elm 26 Subdivision
• Discussion of Annexation Policy and Comprehensive Housing Plan

City Council Worksession

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the Comprehensive Housing Plan. The meeting also includes Budget 101 training.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Housing Plan
• Budget 101 training

Utility Board

The board will review budget development status and organizational changes. Discussion may also include details regarding the APPA Reliability Award.

• Budget Development Status
• APPA Reliability Award Details
• HU Organizational Changes

City Council

The City Council will review several public hearings regarding redevelopment areas, including Fairview Villas and the Hastings College Dormitory Project. The agenda also includes requests for conditional use permits, zoning amendments, and various subdivision plats.

• Conditional Use Permit for self-service storage at 100 West J Street
• Redevelopment Plan for Redevelopment Area #17 (approx. 100.7 acres)
• Redevelopment Plan for Redevelopment Area #18 (approx. 161.57 acres)
• Zoning change for Hastings College property at 710 N. Turner Avenue
• Agreement with Border States Industries, Inc. for North Denver Station Unit 5 switchgear replacement

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a new city strategic plan and a request for the Fire Department to seek delegated authority. The agenda also includes an addendum agreement for Hastings Keno, Inc. and a land-fill gas term sheet with NewCarbon.

• Approval of work order EL-282 for electric lines at Central Community College-Hastings Campus
• Approval of work order GA-381 for a new gas main for Central Community College Phase III
• Approval of work order SW-371 for dredging Maxon Lagoon
• Addendum agreement with Hastings Keno, Inc. regarding Bullseye, Inc. at 2017 West 2nd Street
• Resolution No. 2024-33 for a grant application to support Revive, Inc. Substances Abuse Rehabilitation Facility

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review multiple public hearing items including redevelopment plans, rezoning requests, and a conditional use permit. The agenda also includes the consideration of several subdivision plats.

• Redevelopment Plan for Redevelopment Area #17 (approx. 100.7 acres)
• Redevelopment Plan for Redevelopment Area #18 (approx. 161.57 acres)
• Plan Modification for Fairview Villas Development (approx. 3.89 acres)
• Rezoning of Hastings College property from R-3 and R-2 to CMP
• Rezoning near East 26th Street and North Elm Street from R-1A to R-3

City Council Worksession

The Hastings Mayor and City Council are holding an annual retreat at the municipal airport. The meeting includes discussions regarding the city's strategic plan, department goals, and council priorities. Officials will also discuss personnel requests, COLA, and comparability.

• Strategic Plan discussion
• Department Goals discussion
• Personnel requests, COLA, and comparability
• City Council Priorities

City Council

The Hastings City Council will review multiple rezoning applications for properties on Emerson Avenue, East 26th Street, and East D Street. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a new liquor license at 1105 Theatre Drive. Additionally, the council will consider street improvement district assessments and water main replacement agreements.

• Liquor license application for L.A.K.E. Enterprises at 1105 Theatre Drive
• Rezoning of 421 Emerson Avenue from R-2 to I-1
• Rezoning of 1325 E. 26th Street from Agricultural to R-1A
• Rezoning of 502 East D Street from I-1 to R-3
• Water main replacement agreement with MASE Enterprises

Utility Board

The board will receive a financial update and an update regarding the spring outage. Discussion includes new gas main cost capture, Resolution 1344, and the Mayor's appointment of the Utility Manager.

• Spring Outage Update
• New Gas Main Cost Capture
• Resolution 1344
• Mayor's appointment of Utility Manager

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding redevelopment studies for Area 17 and Area 18. The meeting also includes discussions on various water, sewer, and street improvement assessments.

• Blight and Substandard Study for Area 17 (North Cedar Avenue to East 9th Street)
• Blight and Substandard Study for Area 18 (East 26th Street to East 13th Street)
• Assessments for Water Extension District No. 2022-2 Lakeview 10th Addition
• Assessments for Sewer Extension District No. 2022-1 Lakeview 10th Addition
• Assessments for Street Improvement District No. 2022-2 Lakeview 10th Addition

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning requests for Emerson Avenue, East 26th Street, and East D Street. Members will also review subdivision plats and discuss updates to annexation and zoning regulations.

• Rezoning 421 Emerson Avenue from R-2 to I-1
• Rezoning 1325 E. 26th Street from A to R-1A
• Rezoning 502 East D Street from I-1 to R-3
• Preliminary Plat for Hoss Subdivision
• Final Plat of the Adam Subdivision

City Council Worksession

The City Council will discuss a pilot program regarding the Fire Department's request for delegated authority. The meeting also includes discussions on utility payments in lieu of taxes and the Downtown Rethink Our Streets Project.

• Fire Department request for Delegated Authority from the Nebraska State Fire Marshal
• Resolution No. 1344 regarding additional payment in lieu of taxes from gas, water, and wastewater utilities
• Downtown Rethink Our Streets Project

City Council Worksession

The Mayor and City Council are meeting at the Hastings Municipal Airport for a strategic planning retreat. The session is intended to allow for communication and discussion among elected officials.

• Strategic Planning Retreat

Utility Board

The board will review first quarter financial updates and the budget schedule overview. Discussion includes updates regarding electric production spring outages, a sewer explosion, and South Street water/sewer infrastructure failure.

• First Quarter Financial Update
• Budget Schedule Overview
• Electric Production Spring Outages Update
• Sewer Explosion Update
• South Street Water/Sewer Infrastructure Failure Update

City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning request for property at 1220 W. 18th Street and hold hearings on water extension assessments for M Street. The agenda also includes approvals for street paving contracts and various utility work orders.

• Rezoning of 1220 W. 18th Street from I-1 to C-1
• Paving agreement with Diamond Engineering Co. for M Street
• Special assessments for Water Extension District 2022-1, M Street
• Underground electric line installation on West Laux Drive
• $1,850.00 and $2,025.00 payments for CDBG administrative services

City Council

The City Council will consider a public hearing and resolution regarding a special assessment for cleanup costs at 130 E. 4th Street. The agenda also includes requests for various community events, liquor license changes, and an interlocal agreement for ambulance services.

• Special assessment for mowing, trimming, tree removal, or demolition at 130 E. 4th Street
• Request for Downtown Do the Brew event on April 27, 2024
• Request for FSBC/FUM Bags Tournament on August 10, 2024
• Invoice from South Central Economic Development District for $4,543.94
• Interlocal Agreement for Ambulance Service with Adams County, Nebraska

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning 1220 W. 18th Street from light industrial to local business. The commission will also review Blight and Substandard Studies for Area 17 and Area 18. Additionally, the commission will discuss annexation policy for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Rezoning of 1220 W. 18th Street from I-1 to C-1
• Blight and Substandard Study review for Area 17
• Blight and Substandard Study review for Area 18
• Preliminary Plat for Adam Subdivision
• Discussion of Annexation Policy for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update

City Council Worksession

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the city's financial audit. The presentation covers the period ending September 30, 2023, for both the City of Hastings and its Utility Department.

• Presentation of financial audit for the City of Hastings and Utility Department by AMGL, P.C.

Utility Board

The board will review a financial audit presentation and discuss updates regarding lead water service replacement. The meeting also includes discussion on a new natural gas districting process.

• Financial Audit Presentation
• Lead Water Service Replacement tax issue resolution
• New Development Natural Gas Districting Process
• Sr Management Team Engagement Effort

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning change for property at 925 E. 42nd Street and review design direction for City Hall. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding water, sewer, and street improvements in the Lakeview 10th Addition.

• Public hearing for rezoning 925 E. 42nd Street from Agricultural to Single Family Large Lot Residential
• Approval of a consultant agreement with South Central Economic Development District, Inc. for grant administration
• Review of City Hall interior and exterior design renderings
• Resolutions regarding water, sewer, and street assessments for Lakeview 10th Addition
• Ordinance to update the Plumbers, Gas, and Mechanical Installers Advisory Board

City Council

The Hastings City Council will consider an ordinance to annex several areas into city limits, including parts of the Industrial Park. The council also plans to review a 10-year agreement extension for the Smith Softball Complex. Other items include updates to street improvement districts and downtown revitalization project timelines.

• Ordinance 4752 to annex lands near Parkview Cemetery and industrial parks
• 10-year operating agreement extension for Smith Softball Complex
• Creation of Street Improvement District No. 2023-1 on M Street
• Extension of Downtown Revitalization Project end date to December 31, 2024
• New 4" gas main installation on Utecht Avenue (1700 ft.)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for property at 925 E. 42nd Street. The commission will also conduct a work session on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update and receive an update from the Hastings Community Redevelopment Authority.

• Public hearing for rezoning 925 E. 42nd Street from Agricultural District to R-1A Single Family Large Lot Residential District
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Discussion of Annexation Policy for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Update from the Hastings Community Redevelopment Authority

City Council Worksession

The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss visual renderings for the City Council Chambers and the exterior of the City Hall building. The meeting also includes discussion regarding delegated authority.

• Discussion of City Council Chambers and City Hall building exterior renderings
• Discussion on Delegated Authority

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will receive updates regarding the 2024 Apron Project and insurance repairs from a 2022 hailstorm. The meeting also includes discussions about FBO fees, contracts, and private hangar construction.

• Garver update on 2024 Apron Project
• Update on insurance repairs from 2022 hailstorm and remaining budget
• FBO fee discussion and contract
• Update on private hangar construction

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a water main replacement project on South Boston Avenue and an ordinance to extend city boundaries via annexation. The meeting also includes annual reports from the library, museum, and HEDC.

• Water main replacement on South Boston Avenue between 'A' Street and 'E' Street
• Agreement with Van Kirk Bros. Contracting for water main replacement
• Ordinance No. 4752 regarding annexation of Parkview Cemetery and Industrial Park lands
• Purchase agreement for landfill and utilities property expansion
• Renewal of multiple liquor license applications

Utility Board

The Hastings Utility Board will conduct a financial review for fiscal year-end 2023 and discuss the status of PILOT surveys for natural gas, water, and wastewater. The board will also address a land purchase partnership with the Landfill Department and credit card processing guidelines. A Q&A session regarding a sewer system explosion on South Woodland Avenue is included on the agenda.

• Sewer system explosion Q&A on Southwood Avenue
• Fiscal Year-End '23 Financial Review
• PILOT Survey status for Natural Gas, Water and Wastewater
• Land purchase partnership with the Landfill Department
• Credit card processing guidelines for larger transactions

City Council

The City Council will consider a Class "C" liquor license for Sky Bar, LLC at 111 N. Lincoln Avenue. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the annexation of three areas adjacent to city limits and several municipal work orders.

• Public hearing for Sky Bar, LLC Class "C" Liquor License at 111 N. Lincoln Avenue
• Public hearing for the annexation of Area #1 (East 26th Street/North 2nd Avenue), Industrial Park North, and Industrial Park West
• Approval of Eldon's Automotive Repair claim for $4,321.05
• Approval of work orders for electric lines at 936 S. Burlington Avenue and near Highway 6/Showboat Boulevard
• Appointment of Lee Vrooman as Street Superintendent

Planning Commission

The Hastings Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding training on meeting procedures and decision-making. The agenda also includes committee, chairman, and staff reports.

• Training on meeting procedures and decision-making
• Committee reports
• Chairman comments
• Staff reports

General

The Hastings Board of Adjustment will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also consider a variance request from Industrial Irrigation Service regarding wind turbine height and setbacks.

• Election for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Variance request for two wind turbines at 221 East J Street