Holdrege public meetings in 2024
60 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will consider Hangar Project 03-31-0042-18, including project estimates and engineering fees. Members will also elect a Chair and Secretary for the board. Other business includes approving membership in the Nebraska Association of Airport Officials and payment of the Holdrege Aviation management fee. The meeting will cover the police report, airport manager update, and financial claims.
- Consider Hangar Project 03-31-0042-18 with project estimates and engineering fees
- Elect an Airport Authority Chair
- Elect an Airport Authority Secretary
- Approve membership in the Nebraska Association of Airport Officials
- Approve payment of the Holdrege Aviation management fee
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will consider appointing Corey M. O'Brien as City Attorney and confirm Lance Steinshouer as Street Superintendent for 2025. The mayor's appointments to various boards and commissions will also be reviewed. Routine consent items include paying claims, approving the treasurer's report, and the previous meeting's minutes.
- Appointment of Corey M. O'Brien as City Attorney
- Appointment of Lance Steinshouer as Municipal Services Superintendent and Street Superintendent for 2025
- Approval of the mayor's appointments to authorities, boards, and commissions
- Payment of claims as submitted (specific amounts not itemized in agenda)
- Approval of the November 2024 Treasurer's Report
City Council
The City Council will administer the Oath of Office to newly elected members and appoint members to standing committees. The body will also consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding the Library Board.
- Ordinance 2482: changing Library Board term of service from four years to three
- Oath of Office for newly elected Council members
- Appointment of Council members to Standing Committees
- Payment of claims as submitted
City Council
The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2482, which would reduce library board terms from four to three years. The agenda also includes routine consent items (claims approval, treasurer's report, and meeting minutes), a public forum, and a request to approve Chamber of Commerce Winterfest events. No major financial decisions or rezonings are listed.
- First reading of Ordinance 2482 to shorten Library Board term from 4 years to 3 years
- Approve Chamber of Commerce Winterfest requests
- Consent agenda includes paying claims and approving October 2024 Treasurer's Report
- Public forum for non-agenda citizen comments
Airport Authority
The Authority will vote on a consultant agreement with Benesch for Hangar Project 3-31-0042-018 and review the independent fee estimate. They will also consider a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, non-aeronautical use of hangars, and revisions to the 2025 hangar lease. The meeting includes approval of progress estimates, claims, and the airport manager's agreement.
- Approve Consultant Agreement with Benesch for Hangar Project 3-31-0042-018
- Review and approve Independent Fee Estimate for Hangar Project 3-31-0042-018
- Approve Brewster Field Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program
- Consider non-aeronautical use of hangars
- Consider revisions to 2025 Airport Hangar Lease Agreement
City Council
The City Council will consider routine items including a consent agenda for approving claims and minutes, adoption of Resolution 2024-13 authorizing the mayor to sign the Year-End Certification of the City Street Superintendent, and ratification of actions taken by the city's LARM representative. A public forum for non-agenda comments and open discussion among staff and council are also scheduled.
- Adopt Resolution 2024-13 authorizing Mayor Liffrig to sign the 2024 Year-End Certification of the City Street Superintendent
- Ratify actions of Chris Rector, Holdrege’s LARM representative, including election of nominees to the LARM Board of Directors
- Approve claims as submitted (specific amounts not listed in agenda)
- Approve minutes from October 15, 2024 regular meeting
- Public forum for citizen comments on non-agenda items
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will meet on October 18, 2024, to consider several operational items. Action items include approval of the annual hangar lease rate review and recommendations, discussion of September hangar inspections, and adoption of amended Holdrege Municipal Airport Minimum Standards. The board will also approve the Holdrege Aviation management fee and the city treasurer's report with claims.
- Consider annual hangar lease rate review and recommendations
- Consider outcomes of September 20th hangar inspections
- Approve amended Holdrege Municipal Airport Minimum Standards
- Approve payment of Holdrege Aviation management fee
- Approve city treasurer's report and pay claims on file
Planning Commission
The Holdrege Planning Commission will meet to consider approving the final plat for Iron Horse Third Addition, a replat of Lots 1 and 2 in Block 2 of Iron Horse Second Addition. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a public forum for non-agenda items, and open discussion among commissioners.
- Approve Final Plat of Iron Horse Third Addition (replat of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2, Iron Horse Second Addition)
City Council
The Council will consider adopting Resolution 2024-12, which sets electric rates for residential, commercial, and industrial users starting November 1, 2024. They will also vote on an amended resolution updating vacant property registration violation assessments. Consent agenda items include approving claims, the September treasurer's report, and minutes from prior meetings. A public forum will be held for non-agenda topics.
- Adopt Resolution 2024-12 setting electric rates effective Nov. 1, 2024 (study attached)
- Consider amended Resolution 2024-04A revising vacant property registration assessments
- Receive Two Rivers Health Department's annual report
- Approve consent agenda including claims, treasurer's report, and minutes
- Public forum for residents to address non-agenda items
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will review and discuss the Holdrege Municipal Airport's Minimum Standards during this meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda lists only this discussion item followed by adjournment.
- Review of Holdrege Municipal Airport's Minimum Standards, including attachments such as the current standards document, a review by Don, and FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5190-7
City Council
The City Council will consider routine consent items including approving claims and minutes, receive recertification as an Economic Development Certified Community, and vote on the mayor's appointment of Lance Steinshouer as Street Superintendent. A public forum allows residents to speak on non-agenda items.
- Approve payment of claims as submitted (amounts not specified in agenda)
- Approve minutes of September 17, 2024 special and regular meetings
- Receive recertification as an Economic Development Certified Community from Nebraska DED
- Approve mayor's appointment of Lance Steinshouer as Street Superintendent
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will vote on the 2024/25 budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The board will also discuss and review Airport Minimum Standards, and consider moving its regular meeting time to 7:15 a.m. Routine approvals include minutes, the Holdrege Aviation management fee, and claims.
- Approve the 2024/25 Airport Authority Budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025.
- Discussion and review of Airport Minimum Standards, with attached suggestions.
- Consider moving the regular meeting time to 7:15 a.m. on the third Friday of the month.
- Approve payment of the Holdrege Aviation management fee (amount not specified in agenda).
- Approve minutes of the August 16 regular meeting and the September 18 special meeting/public hearing.
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will hold a public hearing to receive comments on its proposed 2024/25 fiscal year budget ending September 30, 2025. No other business is scheduled; the meeting will adjourn after the hearing.
- Public hearing on the proposed Airport Authority budget for FY ending September 30, 2025 (budget document attached)
City Council
The council is set to adopt the 2024/25 fiscal year budget, authorize an additional 1% increase in restricted funds, and set the property tax request via Resolution 2024-10. They will also consider appropriating funds by Ordinance 2481 and establishing depositories by Resolution 2024-11. A semi-annual report on LB840 sales tax fund usage will be received, and a special assessment dismissal at 715 Sherman Street will be considered.
- Authorize an additional 1% increase in restricted funds to the 2024/25 budget
- Adopt Resolution 2024-10 setting the property tax request for FY ending September 30, 2025
- Consider Ordinance 2481 appropriating monies for various city funds for FY 2024/25
- Receive Citizen’s Advisory Review Committee’s semi-annual report on PCDC’s LB840 tax utilization (Jan–July 2024)
- Convene as Board of Equalization to consider dismissal of special assessments at 715 Sherman Street
City Council
The City Council will hold an open public hearing to receive comments on the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. No other substantive items are on the agenda; following the hearing, the meeting will adjourn.
- Public hearing on FY 2024/25 budget (proposed budget attached)
City Council
The City Council will vote on resolutions regarding employee wages and personnel plan amendments. The body is also reviewing acceptance and waiver agreements for two labor organizations.
- Resolution 2024-08: 4.5% increase to the City of Holdrege Wage and Salary Schedule
- Resolution 2024-09: Addition of standby pay for snow removal and Juneteenth as a paid holiday
- IBEW Local No. 1597 Acceptance and Waiver
- FOP Lodge #23 Acceptance and Waiver
Board of Adjustments
The Holdrege Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance application from Dave Anderson to build an accessory structure at 117 Burlington Street that exceeds the 1,200-square-foot limit and 20-foot height limit in an R-3 District. The board will also approve minutes from the August 20 meeting and take public comment.
- Public hearing on variance for accessory structure at 117 Burlington Street exceeding 1,200 sq ft and 20 ft height limits in R-3 District
- Vote to approve or deny the variance application from Dave Anderson
- Approval of August 20, 2024 Board of Adjustments meeting minutes
Board of Adjustments
The Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings and vote on two variance applications from James Keslar to construct a garage at 811 Broadway Street. One variance would allow encroachment on the 18-foot alleyway setback; the other would exceed the 1,200-square-foot limit for accessory structures in an R-1 District. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a public forum.
- Public hearing and vote on variance to allow garage to encroach on the 18-foot alleyway setback at 811 Broadway Street
- Public hearing and vote on variance to allow garage to exceed the 1,200-square-foot restriction for accessory structures in R-1 District at 811 Broadway Street
- Approval of agenda and minutes from the August 6, 2024 meeting
- Public forum for general comments
City Council
The Council will consider approving an interlocal agreement with the county for Enhanced 911 service for the Police Department. They will also act on routine consent agenda items including minutes, claims, and the July treasurer's report, and hold a public forum for non-agenda items.
- Approve City-County Interlocal Agreement for Police Department Enhanced 911 Service
- Approve minutes of August 6, 2024 regular Council meeting
- Pay claims as submitted (amounts not specified)
- Approve Treasurer's Report for July 2024
- Public Forum for non-agenda items
Airport Authority
The Airport Authority will review the first draft of the budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The body will also consider the final approval of the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan and the airport's minimum standards.
- First draft of the FYE September 30, 2025 budget
- Final approval of the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan
- Approval of Brewster Field Airport Minimum Standards
- Update on DG Fuel's sustainable aviation fuel project
- Payment of the Holdrege Aviation management fee
Citizen's Advisory Review Committee
The Citizen's Advisory Review Committee will review and potentially approve the Semi-Annual Review of Local Option Municipal Sales Tax utilization from January 1st through June 30th, 2024. The body will also certify findings for the Phelps County Development Corporation’s (PCDC) LB840 fund financial statements.
- Review and approval of Local Option Municipal Sales Tax utilization (Jan 1 – June 30, 2024)
- Certification of PCDC LB840 fund financial statements
- Discussion of PCDC NDED Recertification Application
Board of Adjustments
The Holdrege Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and vote on Dave Nelson's application for a variance to build an 8,000-square-foot accessory use structure on South Sherman Street in an R-3 Residential District, where the maximum allowed is 1,200 square feet. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Variance application by Dave Nelson for an 8,000-sq-ft accessory structure on South Sherman Street (Lots 1-5 and 8-12, Block 11, Holdrege South Addition), exceeding the 1,200-sq-ft R-3 limit
- Public hearing to receive comments on the variance
- Approval of July 2, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will consider requests for the annual Iron Horse Festival and a landfill-related request for the Trinity Church Serve Sunday Project. The council will also vote on resolutions to renew the city's participation in the League Association of Risk Management's insurance coverage for the 2024/25 fiscal year and to authorize the mayor to sign the Nebraska Board of Public Roads Classifications Standards Municipal Annual Certification. Routine items include approval of the consent agenda, claims, and meeting minutes.
- Consider requests for the Iron Horse Festival
- Consider landfill request for the Trinity Church Serve Sunday Project
- Adopt Resolution 2024-06 renewing insurance coverage with League Association of Risk Management for 2024/25
- Adopt Resolution 2024-07 authorizing mayor to sign annual road classification certification
- Approve claims as submitted (see attachments for details)
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority is meeting to adopt a tax request resolution for the 2024/25 fiscal year budget. The body will also consider the first draft of Airport Minimum Standards for the Holdrege Municipal Airport.
- Resolution 2024-03 establishing the Tax Request for the City of Holdrege 2024/25 fiscal year budget
- First draft of Airport Minimum Standards for Holdrege Municipal Airport
- Registration for Phelps County Community Foundation’s Give2Grow
- Payment of the Holdrege Aviation management fee
- Update on Airport Office Building Construction
City Council
The City Council will receive an update from Phelps Memorial Health Center regarding a mass casualty event. Members will also discuss the operation of ATVs and UTVs within city limits and potential litigation.
- Update from Phelps Memorial Health Center on upcoming mass casualty event
- Discussion of ATV/UTV operation within city limits
- Discussion concerning possible litigation
- Approval of June 2024 Treasurer's Report
- Payment of submitted claims
Board of Adjustments
The Board of Adjustments will consider a variance application from Dakota Schroeder to build a six-foot privacy fence at 921 Morton Street. The proposal involves encroaching on the 25-foot setback of 10th Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting.
- Variance application for a six-foot privacy fence at 921 Morton Street
- Approval of May 21, 2024 Board of Adjustments meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review budget requests from the Holdrege Area Public Library and the Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce. The Council will also consider adopting Resolution 2024-05, which establishes new rules and fee schedules for Prairie Hill Landfill.
- Holdrege Area Public Library budget presentation and request
- Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce budget request
- Adoption of Resolution 2024-05 regarding Prairie Hill Landfill fees
- Approval of June 18, 2024, meeting minutes
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will meet to discuss airport infrastructure and site developments. The agenda includes reviewing the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan and a proposed office building site for Wells Flying Service. Members will also review airport minimum standards and management fees.
- Final approval of the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan
- Proposed site for Wells Flying Service office building
- Review of the Brewster Field Box Hangar Project
- Consideration of airport minimum standards for Alma, Blair, Gardner, and Wahoo
- Payment of Holdrege Aviation management fee
Planning Commission
The Holdrege Planning Commission will consider an application from BNE Investments to combine three property tracts into two. The proposal involves 702 4th Avenue and 320 West Avenue. The meeting also includes the approval of May 16, 2024, meeting minutes.
- Lot split application for 702 4th Avenue and 320 West Avenue
- Approval of May 16, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
City Council
The Council will consider a final reading of Ordinance 2480 to vacate an alley in the Deyle and PCCF Subdivisions, reverting it to adjacent owners. The agenda also includes approval of city claims and the May Treasurer's Report.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2480 to vacate an alley in Deyle and PCCF Subdivisions
- Approval of city claims by GL and vendors
- Approval of May 2024 Treasurer's Report
- Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The Council will review Ordinance 2480 regarding an alley vacation in Deyle and PCCF Subdivisions. Other items include a budget request from the Nebraska Prairie Museum and a library board appointment.
- Appointment of Lori Larson to Holdrege Area Public Library Board
- Second reading of Ordinance 2480 for alley vacation in Deyle and PCCF Subdivisions
- Annual update and budget request from Nebraska Prairie Museum
- Request for mini-libraries from Holdrege Rotary Club
Board of Adjustments
The Holdrege Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings and vote on two variance applications. Tom and Mary Rust seek to exceed the 30% lot coverage limit for a garage addition at 914 Miller Street, and Josh Jones seeks to exceed the 1,200 sq. ft. accessory structure limit for a garage at 203 Burlington Street.
- Public hearing and vote on Rust variance for garage addition at 914 Miller Street exceeding 30% lot coverage in R-1 district
- Public hearing and vote on Jones variance for garage at 203 Burlington Street exceeding 1,200 sq. ft. accessory limit in R-3 district
- Approval of agenda and May 7, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public forum and open discussion for staff and board members
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for a Verizon telecommunications tower at 2309 Burlington Street. The council will also consider routine consent items, approve meeting minutes, add two new volunteer firefighters, and take a first reading of an ordinance to vacate an alley. The meeting includes a public forum for non-agenda comments.
- Public hearing and vote on conditional use for Verizon telecommunications tower at 2309 Burlington Street
- Approve Brock White and Aaron Travenner as new Holdrege Volunteer Fire Department members
- First reading of Ordinance 2480 vacating an alley in Deyle and PCCF Subdivisions
- Consent agenda includes paying claims and approving April 2024 Treasurer's Report
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority is meeting to consider several items, including adopting a resolution to waive non-primary entitlement funds, reviewing a site feasibility study for a Wells Flying Service office building, and considering a box hangar project. They will also consider final approval of the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan and approve routine payments and claims.
- Resolution 2024-02 waiving receipt of non-primary entitlement funds
- Site feasibility for Wells Flying Service office building
- Brewster Field Box Hangar Project with cost estimates
- Final approval of Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan
- Approval of Holdrege Aviation management fee and claims
Planning Commission
The Holdrege Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution on a conditional use permit for Debra Johnson to build a Verizon telecommunications antenna tower at 2309 Burlington Street. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the May 2nd meeting, and take public comments on non-agenda items during Public Forum.
- Public hearing on conditional use permit for Verizon antenna tower at 2309 Burlington Street
- Resolution 2024-02 recommending the Johnson Verizon conditional use permit to City Council
- Approval of May 2, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Public Forum for citizen comments on non-agenda items
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is meeting to conduct interviews for the position of City of Holdrege Police Officer and consider recommending conditional offers of employment to the City Administrator. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, a public forum for non-agenda items, and open discussion.
- Interviews for City of Holdrege Police Officer position
- Consider recommendations for Conditional Offer(s) of Employment to the City Administrator
- Public forum for citizen comments on non-agenda items
- Approval of April 15, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Adjustments
The Board will consider variance applications for property setbacks and structure size limits. These items include a privacy fence at 522 Lincoln Street and a covered porch and garage at 416 West 11th Avenue.
- Variance for a six-foot privacy fence at 522 Lincoln Street
- Variance for a covered porch at 416 West 11th Avenue
- Variance for a 1,360 square-foot garage at 416 West 11th Avenue
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a redevelopment plan and contract for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for the Williams Professional Buildings project, based on recommendations from the Community Redevelopment Authority and Planning Commission. The agenda also includes routine items like approving claims and minutes, a public forum, a new fire department member, and a public hearing on special assessments for vacant property violations.
- Public hearing and resolution on Williams Professional Buildings Redevelopment Project TIF
- Approve Jason Houdek as new Holdrege Volunteer Fire Department member
- Public hearing on special assessments for Vacant Property Violations
- Adopt City of Holdrege Service Commission as recommended by Civil Service Commission
- Update on Glenwood Fiber Installation Project
Planning Commission
The Holdrege Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on John and Michelle Williams' Redevelopment Plan for their Professional Buildings Redevelopment Project, determining its conformity with the city's Comprehensive Plan and the General Plan of Redevelopment for Redevelopment Area #1. Following the hearing, the commission will consider adopting Resolution 2024-01, which recommends the plan to the Community Redevelopment Authority and the Holdrege City Council. The agenda also includes routine items: approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes, a public forum for non-agenda comments, and open discussion.
- Public hearing on Williams' Professional Buildings Redevelopment Plan
- Adoption of Planning Commission Resolution 2024-01 recommending the redevelopment plan
- Review of conformity with City of Holdrege Comprehensive Plan and General Plan of Redevelopment for Redevelopment Area #1
- Approval of March 28, 2024 meeting minutes
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several airport-related items, including a final approval of the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan and a restatement of recommendations for telecommunication towers. The agenda also includes updates on a building site proposal from Wells Flying Service, airport minimum standards, the Box Hangar Project, and telecommunication tower proposals. The meeting will also consider routine items such as the consent agenda, public forum, and payment of claims.
- Final approval of Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan
- Restatement of recommendations for telecommunication towers within Brewster Field 3-mile Turning Radius
- Update on building site proposal from Wells Flying Service
- Approve payment of Holdrege Aviation management fee
- Approve City Treasurer's Report and pay claims
City Council
The Holdrege City Council is meeting for a regular session with a consent agenda covering routine items: approving the agenda, paying submitted claims, and accepting the March 2024 Treasurer's Report. The council will also vote on the minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve agenda and pay claims as submitted (attachments: claims by ledger account and by vendor)
- Approve Treasurer's Report for March 2024
- Approve minutes of April 2, 2024 regular Council meeting
- Public Forum for citizen comments on non-agenda items (2-minute limit)
- Open Discussion for staff and Council members
Board of Adjustments
The Holdrege Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings and vote on two variance requests: one for a seven-foot privacy fence at 1304 Arthur Street (exceeding the six-foot limit) and one for coolers at the Subway building encroaching on the Blaine Street setback. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and open discussion.
- Public hearing and vote on Kaleb Ericson's variance for a 7-foot fence at 1304 Arthur Street (city limit is 6 feet)
- Public hearing and vote on Matthew Luebbe's variance for coolers on the east side of the Subway building encroaching on the 25-foot Blaine Street setback
- Approval of agenda and March 19, 2024 meeting minutes
Civil Service Commission
The Holdrege Civil Service Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, adopt an updated Civil Service Commission Manual for City Council approval, and conduct interviews for the position of Police Sergeant. The commission will also consider a recommendation to the Chief of Police and City Administrator.
- Adopt 2024 Civil Service Commission Manual and recommend approval to City Council
- Conduct interviews for City of Holdrege Police Sergeant
- Consider recommendation to Chief of Police and City Administrator
Community Redevelopment Authority
The Community Redevelopment Authority is considering a recommendation for the Williams' Professional Buildings Redevelopment Plan, including a cost-benefit analysis and redevelopment contract. The body may adopt Resolution 2024-03 to approve and recommend the plan to the Holdrege Planning Commission and City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and open discussion.
- Review of Williams' Professional Buildings Redevelopment Plan and Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Review of Williams' Professional Building Redevelopment Contract
- Adoption of CRA Resolution 2024-03 recommending the plan to Planning Commission and City Council
Community Redevelopment Authority
The Holdrege Community Redevelopment Authority will consider approving its agenda and minutes from the November 20, 2023 meeting. The main item is an application for Tax Increment Financing from John and Michelle Williams to develop the southwest corner of 14th Avenue and Burlington Street. The meeting also includes open discussion and adjournment.
- Approval of agenda and minutes from November 20, 2023 meeting
- TIF application by John and Michelle Williams for parcel #0002666.00 at 14th Avenue and Burlington Street
- Open discussion period
- Meeting scheduled for April 4, 2024 at 5:15 pm in City Hall Council Chambers
City Council
The Holdrege City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving the agenda, paying claims, and approving minutes from the March 19 meeting. The main substantive items are approving the amended final plat for Brewster Field 3rd Subdivision and considering Swedish Days requests from the Chamber of Commerce, which include 5K and 10K run routes. A public forum allows residents to address non-agenda items, and the meeting includes open discussion before adjournment.
- Approve amended Final Plat of Brewster Field 3rd Subdivision
- Consider Swedish Days requests from Chamber of Commerce, including 5K and 10K Silver Run routes
- Pay claims as submitted (attached by general ledger and vendor)
- Approve minutes of March 19, 2024 regular Council meeting
- Public Forum for citizen comments on non-agenda items
Planning Commission
The Holdrege Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use application from Southpaw Dog Academy at 1025 South Sherman Street to allow live shotgun ammunition discharge for dog training. The commission will also approve a corrected final plat for Brewster 3rd Subdivision, elect officers, and handle routine agenda and minutes approval.
- Public hearing and vote on conditional use for Southpaw Dog Academy to discharge live shotgun ammunition at 1025 South Sherman Street
- Approval of Corrective Final Plat for Brewster 3rd Subdivision
- Election of Commission Chair and Secretary
- Approval of agenda and November 16, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a retail liquor license application from New Gourmet House, LLC. They will also accept the city's annual audit report for fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, and adopt a resolution revising auditorium fees. Routine items include approving the agenda, paying claims, and approving the treasurer's report and prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing and approval vote on retail liquor license for New Gourmet House, LLC
- Accept 2023 annual audit report from KSO CPAs
- Adopt Resolution 2024-02 revising City of Holdrege Auditorium Fees
- Approve claims as submitted and February 2024 Treasurer's Report
Board of Adjustments
The Holdrege Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and vote on Michael Dibben's application for a variance to build a four-foot vinyl fence at 1138 Broadway Street that encroaches on the 25-foot setback of West 12th Avenue. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting, and have open discussion before adjourning.
- Public hearing on variance application for a four-foot vinyl fence at 1138 Broadway Street
- Vote on the variance application for the fence encroaching on the 25-foot setback of West 12th Avenue
- Approval of agenda and minutes from February 6, 2024 meeting
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a proposed office building from Wells Flying Service, airport minimum standards and non-aeronautical use of hangars, and the Brewster Field Box Hangar Project. They will also consider adopting a resolution to add Nebraska CLASS to eligible investments and approve routine financial items like claims and the management fee.
- Consider office building site proposal from Wells Flying Service
- Consider airport minimum standards and non-aeronautical use of hangars
- Consider Brewster Field Box Hangar Project
- Adopt Resolution 2024-01 adding Nebraska CLASS to eligible investments
- Approve payment of Holdrege Aviation management fee
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will consider second readings of four ordinances creating water, sewer, and street improvement districts and authorizing up to $800,000 in bond anticipation notes for infrastructure construction. The council will also accept semi-annual and annual reports from the Phelps County Development Corporation and the public library, and discuss auditorium rental.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2476 creating Water Extension District #2024-1
- Second reading of Ordinance 2477 creating Sanitary Sewer Extension District #2024-1
- Second reading of Ordinance 2478 creating Street Improvement District #2024-1
- Second reading of Ordinance 2479 authorizing up to $800,000 in bond anticipation notes for infrastructure
- Accept Citizen's Advisory Review Committee semi-annual report on LB840 funds
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will meet to consider several items, including adopting Resolution 2024-1 to add Nebraska CLASS to eligible investments, approving the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan, and discussing various projects and policies. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, financial reports, and claims.
- Consider adopting Resolution 2024-1 to add Nebraska CLASS to eligible investments
- Approve the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan
- Consider office building proposal from Wells Flying Service
- Consider FAA's Airport Pavement Management Program and NDOT's suggested Taxiway Rehabilitation Project
- Consider Brewster Field Box Hangar Project
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will vote on several items related to the Northern Meadows Subdivision, including modifications to a Tax Increment Financing plan, a redevelopment contract with R. Perry Construction, and contracts and a bid for water, sewer, and paving infrastructure. The council will also hold first readings of four ordinances creating extension districts and authorizing up to $800,000 in bond anticipation notes. Other business includes approving the consent agenda, minutes, and a water maintenance services agreement with the Village of Atlanta.
- Public hearing and approval of TIF modifications for the P.C.C.F. Addition Residential Redevelopment Project
- Approve redevelopment contract with R. Perry Construction, Inc.
- Approve contract and award bid for Northern Meadows Subdivision water, sewer, and paving infrastructure
- First reading of Ordinance 2479 authorizing up to $800,000 in Municipal Improvement Bond Anticipation Notes
- Approve Water Maintenance Services Agreement with the Village of Atlanta, Nebraska
Community Redevelopment Authority
The Holdrege Community Redevelopment Authority will elect officers and hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the PCCF Addition Residential Redevelopment Project plan. The board will consider adopting resolutions to approve the amended plan and a related redevelopment contract, both subject to City Council review.
- Public hearing on First Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the P.C.C.F. Addition Residential Redevelopment Project
- Adoption of CRA Resolution 2024-01 approving plan amendments
- Review of P.C.C.F. Addition Residential Redevelopment Project Contract
- Adoption of CRA Resolution 2024-02 approving the redevelopment contract
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
Citizen's Advisory Review Committee
The Citizen's Advisory Review Committee is meeting to consider and potentially approve the semi-annual review of the Local Option Municipal Sales Tax utilization for July through December 2023, and to review the Phelps County Development Corporation's (PCDC) LB840 fund financial statements for the 2023 calendar year. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting, followed by open discussion.
- Semi-Annual Review of Local Option Municipal Sales Tax utilization, July 1 – December 31, 2023
- Review of PCDC's LB840 fund financial statements for 2023
- Approval of the semi-annual review and certification of committee findings
- Approval of agenda and August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2024 One- and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan. They will also take final votes on several ordinances, including vacating alleys and streets, and consider a first reading of a $425,000 bond ordinance for a new water well.
- Public hearing and Resolution 2024-01 for the 2024 One- and Six-Year Street Improvement Plan
- Final reading of Ordinance 2470 repealing plumbing and electrical examiner boards
- Final readings of Ordinances 2471-2474 vacating alleys and streets in Block 23 area
- First reading of Ordinance 2475 for $425,000 Combined Utilities Revenue Bonds for New Water Well NDEE Project No. W-131-2023
Airport Authority
The Holdrege Airport Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, officer elections, and reports. The board will also consider an appeal regarding a proposed telecommunications tower, a proposal for a new office building, and the 2024 capital improvement program.
- Appeal concerning telecommunications tower US-NE-5158 Jaycee, proposed within the airport's three-mile turning radius
- Proposal from Ryan Wells for a Wells Flying Service office building at the airport
- Approval of the Brewster Field Airport Layout Plan
- Consideration of the 2024 Brewster Field Capital Improvement Program
- Approval of the Holdrege Aviation management fee
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will hold second readings of ordinances to repeal plumbing and electrical boards and vacate several streets and an alley, plus first readings for utility bonds, water, sewer, and paving districts. They will also hear a budget request from the Nebraska Prairie Museum and handle routine consent items.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2470 repealing plumbing and electrical examiner boards
- Second readings of Ordinances 2471-2474 vacating alley, North Railway Street, Tilden Street, and Grant Street
- First reading of Ordinance 2475 for $425,000 utility revenue bonds for Water Well NDEE Project
- First readings of Ordinances 2476-2478 creating Water District #112, Sanitary Sewer District #105, and Paving District #173
- First reading of Ordinance 2479 for $800,000 bond anticipation notes for infrastructure districts
City Council
The Holdrege City Council will hold first readings of five ordinances: one repealing the plumbing and electrical examiner boards, and four vacating portions of streets and an alley around Block 23 in the Original Town. The consent agenda covers routine approvals of the agenda and payment of claims. A public forum allows residents to speak on non-agenda items.
- First reading of Ordinance 2470 repealing Board of Plumbing Examiners and Board of Electrical Examiners sections of municipal code
- First reading of Ordinance 2471 vacating alley between Lots 8-14, Block 23, Original Town
- First reading of Ordinance 2472 vacating portion of North Railway Street south of Block 23
- First reading of Ordinance 2473 vacating portion of Tilden Street between Block 23 and Block 29
- First reading of Ordinance 2474 vacating west 20 feet of Grant Street adjacent to Block 23
Board of Adjustments
The Holdrege Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings and vote on two variance applications from Jordan Wells for properties at 1325 5th Avenue. The first request is for a six-foot-high chain link fence encroaching on the 25-foot setback of 5th Avenue and Lincoln Street. The second is for a six-foot-high privacy fence encroaching on the 25-foot setback of Lincoln Street. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the December 7, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing and vote on chain link fence variance at 1325 5th Avenue
- Public hearing and vote on privacy fence variance at 1325 5th Avenue
- Both fences would encroach on the 25-foot setback
- Approval of December 7, 2023 meeting minutes