Cass County public meetings in 2024
44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a liquor license application and three residential acreage developments, then discuss several regular agenda items. Key decisions include a conditional use permit for a commercial solar conversion system, approval of a building purchase agreement, and purchases of two pickup trucks. The board will also consider IT service proposals, laptop replacements for the public defender, and an ARPA fund request.
- Public hearing for a Class C liquor license at Venue 1883 (15006 42nd St, Plattsmouth)
- Public hearings on three residential acreage developments (ZP 2024-0033, 0034, 0037)
- Discussion and action on a conditional use permit for Cass County Solar Nebraska LLC commercial solar system (CU-2024-0003)
- Review and approval of a purchase agreement for the First State Bank Building
- Approval to purchase 2 Chevrolet 1-ton pickups from state contract
December 31, 2024
The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including prior minutes, claims, payroll, and fees totaling $677,999.21. They approved tax corrections, a motor vehicle exemption, a retail liquor license for Venue 1883, three residential acreage developments, the purchase of the First State Bank Building, two Chevrolet pickups, and several ARPA-funded items including vehicles and license plate readers. A conditional use permit for a solar project was postponed to February 11, 2025, due to the absence of Commissioner Dale Sharp, who passed away on December 29, 2024.
- Approved tax corrections for 10 parcels (4-0)
- Approved motor vehicle exemption for Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda with claims and payroll totaling $677,999.21 (4-0)
- Approved retail liquor license for Venue 1883 (4-0)
- Approved three residential acreage developments (4-0 each)
- Approved purchase of First State Bank Building (4-0)
- Approved purchase of 2 Chevrolet pickups using ARPA funds (4-0)
- Postponed solar conditional use permit to February 11, 2025 (3-0, Winkler abstained)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will meet on December 17, 2024, to consider a resolution correcting a clerical error in the 2024 levy for the Avoca Rural Fire District. The agenda also includes a bid opening for culvert materials, approval of 2025 claims and payroll dates, and a burial assistance request. Routine consent items, such as minutes and claims, will be handled as a group.
- Discuss/action on RES 2024-18 correcting clerical error in Avoca Rural Fire District levy
- Bid opening for 2024 Culvert Bid #2 Materials Only at 8:15am
- Discuss/action on 2025 Claims & Payroll Dates
- Discuss/action on County Burial Assistance Request CBA 2024-05
- Executive session for personnel matters
December 17, 2024
The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling $1,129,626.03, awarded a culvert materials bid to Ace/Eaton Metals for $120,032.50, approved 2025 claims/payroll dates, and approved a burial assistance request for $1,000. The board also entered executive session for personnel matters but took no action.
- Approved consent agenda including claims and payroll (4-0)
- Awarded 2024 Culvert Bid #2 to Ace/Eaton Metals for $120,032.50 (4-0)
- Approved 2025 claims/payroll dates (4-0)
- Approved County Burial Assistance Request CBA 2024-05 for $1,000 (4-0)
- Entered and closed executive session for personnel matters; no action taken (4-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners is holding a special session on December 16, 2024, at the Fairgrounds Expo Building in Weeping Water. The sole item is a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit (CU-2024-0003) for a Commercial Solar Conversion System proposed by Cass County Solar Nebraska, LLC on multiple parcels. The board will determine the advisability of the permit.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CU-2024-0003 for Commercial Solar Conversion System by Cass County Solar Nebraska, LLC on multiple parcels
December 16, 2024
The Board of Commissioners held a special session solely to conduct a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CU-2024-0003 for a Commercial Solar Conversion System proposed by Cass County Solar Nebraska, LLC. The hearing included testimony from 24 audience members (9 proponents, 14 opponents, 1 neutral), and was closed with a 4-0 vote. No decision on the permit was made; the board adjourned without further action.
- Closed public hearing for CU-2024-0003 (4-0)
- Adjourned special session (4-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will discuss awarding bids for Managed I.T. Services and Fiber-WAN. The board is also reviewing a letter of intent for commercial office space acquisition and a radio system maintenance contract.
- Property Acquisition Letter of Intent for commercial office space
- Awarding of bid for Managed I.T. Services
- Awarding of bid for Fiber-WAN
- New maintenance contract quote for radio system
- Contract renewal with TK Elevator for Cass County Law Enforcement Center
December 3, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved several service contracts for IT and emergency radio systems. They also authorized a letter of intent for commercial office space acquisition and approved a tax list correction.
- Approved tax list correction for Parcel # 130386519-2023 (5-0)
- Authorized chair to sign letter of intent for commercial office space acquisition (5-0)
- Approved Emergency Management radio maintenance contract with First Wireless, Inc. for $6,736.00 (5-0)
- Approved Sheriff Department radio maintenance contract with First Wireless, Inc. for $2,632.00 (5-0)
- Awarded Managed I.T. Services contract to Applied Connective (5-0)
- Awarded Fiber-WAN bid for an annual amount of $18,215.00 (5-0)
- Approved TK Elevator contract renewal for Law Enforcement Center at $5,640.00 annually (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including prior minutes, claims, and payroll (5-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit CU-2024-0003, submitted by Cass County Solar Nebraska, LLC, for a Commercial Solar Conversion System on multiple parcels. The hearing will determine the advisability of the proposed solar project.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CU-2024-0003 for a Commercial Solar Conversion System by Cass County Solar Nebraska, LLC on multiple parcels
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will open bids for managed IT services and Fiber-WAN. The meeting includes discussions on a countywide housing study and scheduling a public hearing for a solar conversion system permit.
- Bid opening for Managed I.T. Services
- Bid opening for Fiber-WAN
- Award bid for STWD-CBMP(8): C-13(779) and C-13(787)
- Scheduling public hearing for Conditional Use Permit #CU 2024-0003 (Cass County Solar LLC)
- Tax list correction for Parcel #: 130294454 (2021, 2022, 2023)
November 19, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved a road bid for over $605,000 and authorized a year-end certification for the Highway Superintendent. The board also approved a consent agenda and tax list corrections. Bids for managed IT services and Fiber-WAN were tabled for further review.
- Awarded road bid for C-13(779) and C-13(787) to M.E. Collins for $605,032.25 (3-0)
- Approved tax list corrections for Parcel #: 130294454 for 2021, 2022, and 2023 (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims, payroll, and fees (3-0)
- Adopted RES 2024-16 Year End Certification for Highway Superintendent (3-0)
- Tabled Managed I.T. Services and Fiber-WAN bids until 12/3 meeting (3-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for Cass County Solar LLC Conditional Use Permit for Dec 2, 2024, at 6:30pm
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a residential acreage development and a trail connector project. The board will also consider awards for paving and right-of-way permits.
- Public hearing for residential acreage development by Triple RB Farm LLC at 8857 Greenwood Rd.
- Public hearing for the MoPac East Trail to Lied-Platte River Bridge Trail Connector
- Award for the 108th Street Paving Project
- Occupy Right of Way permit for City of Plattsmouth Water Main Project
- Map Change ZP-2024-0018 for parcel 130101109 (SK Investment Trust)
November 5, 2024
The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a $2.9 million contract for the 108th Street Paving Project, denied a zoning change for indoor storage on parcel 130101109, and approved an interlocal agreement with the Lower Platte South NRD for a trail connector after amending a right-of-way clause. All votes were 5-0 except the trail agreement, which passed 3-2.
- Approved $2,889,537.73 bid to Cedar Valley Paving for 108th Street Paving Project (5-0)
- Denied zoning change ZP-2024-0018 for indoor storage on parcel 130101109 (5-0)
- Approved interlocal agreement with NRD for MoPac East Trail to Lied-Platte River Bridge Trail Connector, amending right-of-way language (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including claims, payroll, and fees totaling $994,639.85 (5-0)
- Tabled bid opening for STWD-CBMP projects C-13(779) and C-13(787) until November 19, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved residential acreage development at 8857 Greenwood Rd., Plattsmouth (5-0)
- Approved Occupy Right of Way permit for City of Plattsmouth Water Main Project (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-14 authorizing lighting agreement with NDOT for Church Rd., Hwy 63, and Hwy 50 (5-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for two retail liquor license applications (Class C) and open bids for the 108th Street Paving Project. They will also discuss a zoning map change (parcel 130101109) and several emergency management items, including an HVAC unit failure and equipment purchases. The consent agenda includes routine approval of minutes, claims, payroll, and fees.
- Bid opening for 108th Street Paving Project (8:15am)
- Public hearing for Class C liquor license: Lake Ridge Golf Course (1536 Country Club Cir, Plattsmouth)
- Public hearing for Class C liquor license: Tiki Time (9661 Renee Ave, Suites 1-2-3, Plattsmouth)
- Discuss/action on zoning map change ZP-2024-0018 (parcel 130101109, SK Investment Trust)
- Tax list correction for parcel 130320129-2023 (Assessor item)
October 22, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved retail liquor license applications for Lake Ridge Golf Course and Tiki Time. The board also approved a five-year subscription renewal for I am Responding for fire and rescue departments. Several items, including a paving project bid and a zoning change, were tabled for future meetings.
- Approved retail liquor license for NFN Beaver Lake LLC dba Lake Ridge Golf Course (5-0)
- Approved retail liquor license for Tavern Adventures LLC dba Tiki Time (5-0)
- Approved 5-year I am Responding subscription renewal at $8,603 annually (5-0)
- Approved tax corrections for Parcel #: 130320129-2023 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims and payroll (5-0)
- Tabled 108th Street Paving Project bid opening until November 5th (5-0)
- Tabled zoning change ZP-2024-0018 for SK Investment Trust until November 5th (5-0)
October 8, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved four residential acreage development requests and a law enforcement interlocal agreement with the City of Plattsmouth. One map change request was tabled for further review. The Board also approved levies for entities within the county.
- Set levies for entities within Cass County (4-0)
- Approved residential acreage development at 1907 18th Street, Union (4-0)
- Approved residential acreage development at 6504 66th Street, Nehawka (4-0)
- Approved residential acreage development at 29320 Church Road, Murdock (4-0)
- Approved residential acreage development at 11219 12th Ave, Plattsmouth (4-0)
- Tabled map change ZP-2024-0018 until October 22 (4-0)
- Approved LEO Interlocal Agreement with City of Plattsmouth (4-0)
- Approved KENO lottery sales outlet applications for three locations (4-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to set tax levies for all county entities. The board will also review five residential acreage development proposals and discuss an interlocal agreement with the City of Plattsmouth for law enforcement services. Additional items include authorization for KENO lottery outlet applications and approval of a cost allocation plan.
- Resolution 2024-13 setting property tax levies per state statute 77-1601
- Five residential acreage development proposals: 1907 18th St, Union; 6504 66th St, Nehawka; 29320 Church Rd, Murdock; 11219 12th Ave, Plattsmouth; and a map change on parcel 130101109
- Law Enforcement Officer Interlocal Agreement between City of Plattsmouth and Cass County
- Authorization for chair to sign Form 50G for KENO lottery outlet applications (NFM Beaver Lake LLC, Tavern Ventures LLC, The Murray Bar)
- Maximus Consulting Services FY2023 Cost Allocation Plan certification
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on September 24, 2024, with items including a consent agenda and a Board of Equalization session. The Board will discuss and take action on a motor vehicle exemption for the American Legion Riders 353 and a homestead exemption rejection. Key regular agenda items include budget items such as a proposed Cost of Living Allowance, a 1% increase in Restricted Funds Authority, adoption of RES 2024-12 and RES 2024-13 setting the property tax request, as well as a request to purchase four Ford PUV AWD vehicles for the Sheriff's Office.
- Property tax request setting (RES 2024-13) and budget appropriations (RES 2024-12)
- Purchase of four Ford PUV AWD vehicles for the Sheriff's Office (approx. cost not specified)
- Temporary road use for Husker Hundo event on October 13, 2024
- 2024-2025 insurance renewal with Jacobsen Consulting
- Motor vehicle exemption filed by American Legion Riders 353
September 10, 2024
The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included claims and payroll totaling $902,600.57, and authorized several actions including a motor vehicle exemption for First Baptist Church, release of an easement, purchase of a brush mulching attachment, use of KENO funds for a County Government Day lunch, an EMS training agreement, and striking taxes. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved motor vehicle exemption for First Baptist Church (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling $902,600.57 (5-0)
- Authorized release of easement in Lakeview Estates II Phase 2 (5-0)
- Authorized purchase of brush mulching attachment from Bobcat of Omaha for $16,810.08 (5-0)
- Approved use of KENO funds for County Government Day lunch (5-0)
- Authorized chair to sign EMS Training Affiliation Agreement with Iowa Western Community College (5-0)
- Accepted distress warrant report and authorized striking taxes of $5,879.50 (5-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various administrative actions, including a request to release an easement in Lakeview Estates II Phase 2. The board will also review a bid for equipment and an EMS training agreement.
- Release of easement for Chris Dorner in Lakeview Estates II Phase 2
- Informal bid for a Bobcat of Omaha brush mulching attachment
- Affiliation Agreement for EMS Training between Iowa Western Community College and Cass County-EMS Division
- Funding request from American Legion Post for County Gov Day lunch on October 23, 2024
- Motor vehicle exemption for First Baptist Church 2008 Ford Bus
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on three residential acreage development proposals, discuss a memorandum of understanding with Louisville Public Schools for a School Resource Officer, and consider a resolution restricting engine braking on Highway 66 east of 334th Street. The board will also vote on temporary road closures for running and biking events.
- Public hearing on residential acreage development for Douglas Nielsen on a 160-acre parcel (#130132969)
- Public hearing on residential acreage development for Platinum Heating & Cooling on a 19.72-acre parcel (#130150967)
- Discuss/approve Resolution 2024-12 restricting engine braking on Highway 66 east of 334th Street
- Authorize SRO MOU between Cass County and Louisville Public Schools
- Property valuation protest filed by Samuel Lyon on parcel #130225371 (Board of Equalization)
July 30, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved a National Flood Insurance Policy map update and a retail liquor license for Beaver Lake Beer Wine & Spirits, LLC. The board also authorized the hiring of a solar application consultant and set a deadline for property owners to sign paperwork for the 108th Street Road Widening Project.
- Approved Zoning Amendment 2024-06 for NFIP map update (5-0)
- Approved hiring 1898 Company as solar application consultant if applicant pays estimated $43,000 cost (4-1)
- Approved Class C Retail Liquor License for Beaver Lake Beer Wine & Spirits, LLC (5-0)
- Authorized County Attorney to file condemnation paperwork for 108th Street Road Widening if owners do not sign by 8/2/24 (4-1)
- Accepted FY2023 audit report (5-0)
- Approved SENCA cost share request of estimated $7,270.98 paid with KENO funds (5-0)
- Designated CSG and State Print Shop for 2024 joint public hearing mailings at estimated .50 per postcard (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims and payroll (5-0)
7/9/24 Budget Workshop
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold an open workshop to discuss and take action on 2024-2025 budgetary items. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.
- 2024-2025 budgetary items
July 2, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and various claims totaling $1,317,704.99. The Board also appointed a new member to the Weed Board and authorized a fund transfer. No action was taken during an executive session regarding property acquisition.
- Approved tax list correction for Parcel #: 130055018-2022 (5-0)
- Approved motor vehicle exemption for Scatter Joy Acres (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including prior minutes, claims, and payroll (5-0)
- Approved total expenditures of $1,317,704.99 (5-0)
- Appointed Constance Wiezorek to the Weed Board for a term ending 2026 (5-0)
- Authorized transfer of $32,446.50 from Fund 2585 to Fund 100 (5-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review a $32,446.50 fund transfer and the appointment of Constance Wiezorek to the Weed Board. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a tort claim and property acquisition.
- Appointment of Constance Wiezorek to the Weed Board
- Transfer of $32,446.50 from Fund 2585 to County General Fund
- Discussion/Action on a tort claim filed by Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather L.L.P
- Tax list correction for Parcel #: 130055018-2024
- Motor vehicle exemption for Scatter Joy Acres
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review settlement negotiations for the 108th Street Road Widening Project and an amendment to the Cass County Jail food service contract. The Board of Equalization will also consider tax list corrections and a motor vehicle exemption.
- Settlement negotiations for 108th Street Road Widening Project easement
- Amendment to Summit Food Service for Cass County Jail
- Review of Rock Bluff RV Park CUP regarding dust mitigation
- Motor vehicle exemption for Nebraska Masonic Home (2018 Ford Pickup)
- Request for temporary road use for Cornhusker State Games Gravel Grinder Event
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a residential acreage development owned by NEBCO, Inc. The agenda also includes a bid opening for boiler replacement and updates from economic development and OPPD representatives. Additionally, the Board of Equalization will consider motor vehicle exemptions for two organizations.
- Public hearing for 10.001-acre residential acreage development
- Bid opening for 2024 boiler replacement
- Motor vehicle exemptions for Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries and Greenwood Christian Church
- Executive session regarding the 108th Street Road Widening Project
- Settlement agreement between Cass County and NIRMA
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on changing the City of Louisville’s extraterritorial jurisdiction map boundaries, which determines county service areas and oversight. The board will also enter an executive session with County Attorney Christopher Perrone regarding Fraternal Order of Police contract negotiations. Additional items include reviewing tax list corrections, approving road maintenance equipment bids, and recognizing local performance awards.
- Public hearing on the City of Louisville extraterritorial jurisdiction map change from radial to lot line/section line boundaries
- Executive session with County Attorney Christopher Perrone regarding Fraternal Order of Police contract negotiations
- Review and approval of tax list corrections for parcels 1302277487-2023, 130055018-2022, and 130025380-2023
- Informal bid approval for one 2023 John Deere Wing Rotary Cutter from AKRS Equipment
- Resolution RES 2024-08 to proclaim May as Mental Health Awareness Month
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will process routine financial claims and meeting minutes via a consent agenda. Members will discuss proposals for countywide IT support, KENO funding for CASA, and an inter-local agreement with the Plattsmouth Police Department that affects local law enforcement coordination and response protocols. Additional items cover courthouse boiler maintenance, road material requests on Broadway, tax exemptions, and executive sessions on zoning and 108th St. property acquisition.
- IT Support Services proposal by Kyle Oldenkamp & Ed Knott-Applied Connective
- Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement between Plattsmouth Police Department and Cass County Sheriff’s Office
- Courthouse Boiler Replacement
- Request to place material on Broadway (Rock Bluff)
- Executive sessions on zoning matters and 108th St. Right of Way Acquisition
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will open bids for 2024 aggregate and hauling contracts during a public hearing. Commissioners will discuss infrastructure agreements for Havelock Road and the Bay Road Bridge, which affect local travel routes, while the Board of Equalization reviews a tax list correction. These items require formal action during the meeting; no final decisions are recorded in this agenda.
- Public hearing to open bids for Aggregate 2024 and Hauling 2024 contracts
- Discussion on a new UPRR railroad crossing estimate for the Havelock Road Rebuild
- Resolution authorizing State DOT Project Program Agreement XL2308-01 for the Bay Road Bridge
- Board of Equalization review of tax list correction for Parcel #130231843-2021, 2022
- Review of 2024 Capitol Improvement Grants and LEOP five-year renewal request
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a jurisdiction change for Murray, alongside routine administrative items grouped in a consent agenda. The board is also set to discuss an agreement to house youths at a Lancaster County facility, authorize the 2024 public tax sale for unpaid parcels, and review a lease for a county-wide wireless tower. These actions determine local land boundaries, outline property tax collection procedures, address youth housing arrangements, and update emergency communications infrastructure for residents.
- Public hearing on Murray’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) change
- Resolution to authorize an agreement for youth detention at a Lancaster County facility
- Lease agreement between the Cass County Sheriff and Country Mile Wireless, Inc. for a KOTD tower
- Authorization for the 2024 public tax sale of parcels unpaid as of October 1, 2024
- Tax list corrections for specific parcel numbers and a motor vehicle exemption for First Baptist Church
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing, process routine administrative items, and discuss several policy updates. Zoning map corrections for Beaver Lake and an extraterritorial jurisdiction change for Murray's update local land use boundaries that affect property development rules. The board will also review quotes for an access control system at the EMA offices, update property tax lists, and renew county/city lottery licenses through 2026.
- Zoning map correction for Beaver Lake and Murray's extraterritorial jurisdiction change
- Review of quotes for an access control system at EMA offices
- Property tax list corrections for multiple parcel numbers
- Motor vehicle exemption requests for YMCA of Lincoln vehicles
- Renewal of 2024-2026 County/City lottery licenses
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review quotes for an EMA access control system and consider awarding 2024 bridge inspections. The agenda also includes a request for temporary county road use and the resignation of the Veterans Service Officer.
- Awarding 2024 bridge inspections to Mainelli Wagner Assoc.
- Request for temporary county road use by Louisville Classic Gravel Grinder
- Reviewing quotes for EMA Offices Access Control System
- Approval of flight agreements with MAPA and LPSNRD
- Resignation of Veterans Service Officer Brian Coffman
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The meeting includes a public hearing on the county's one and six-year road plans. The Board of Commissioners will also discuss marketing grants, zoning developments, and interlocal agreements. Additionally, the Board of Equalization will review tax list corrections and vehicle exemption applications.
- Public hearing for the One and Six Year Road Plan (RES 2024-04)
- Review and approval of 2024 Marketing Grants
- Residential Acreage Development #130108383 zoning discussion
- Southeast Region Interlocal Agreement for EMA
- Motor Vehicle Exemption Application for Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Inc.
February 27, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved a road plan consisting of 14 total projects. The board also approved several financial grants, a residential zoning request, and a new depository bank.
- Adopted One and Six Year Road Plan via resolution 2024-04 (5-0)
- Approved residential acreage development for parcel 130108383 by Alan Stubbendick (5-0)
- Approved 2024 Marketing Grants totaling $47,501.25 (5-0)
- Approved $1,000 payment to Bellevue Memorial Chapel for burial assistance (5-0)
- Added Farmers & Merchants Bank of Ashland as a depository for the County Treasurer (5-0)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement Southeast Region Agreement (5-0)
- Approved tax list corrections for parcel 130395634-2023 (5-0)
- Approved motor vehicle exemption for Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Inc. (5-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review various administrative matters including road contracts and personnel updates. The Board of Equalization will also meet to discuss tax list corrections and the 2024 exempt property list.
- Tax List Corrections for multiple parcel numbers
- 2024 Exempt Property List
- Bid opening for 2024 Culvert Bids (Material Only)
- Approval of two skid loader municipal roll over contracts with Bobcat of Omaha
- Re-appointment of 2024 Planning Commission members
February 13, 2024
The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved several items including tax list corrections, the 2024 exempt property list (denying two applications), and awarded a $41,863.70 culvert bid to Ace/Eaton Metals. They also re-appointed five planning commission members individually after a motion to appoint multiple members failed, and tabled the selection of legal counsel for FOP negotiations until February 27.
- Approved tax list corrections for six parcels (5-0)
- Denied exempt property applications from Greenwood Historical Society and First Baptist Church (5-0)
- Approved remaining 2024 exempt property list (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling $1,096,050.21 (5-0)
- Awarded 2024 culvert bid to Ace/Eaton Metals for $41,863.70 (5-0)
- Authorized chair to sign two skid loader municipal roll over contracts with Bobcat of Omaha at $5,880 each annually (5-0)
- Re-appointed five planning commission members individually (4-1 or 5-0)
- Tabled selection of legal counsel for FOP negotiations until February 27 (5-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review bridge deck replacement damages and Scenic Drive Bridge reimbursements. The meeting also includes discussions on EMS building plumbing bids, burial assistance requests, and the reappointment of Planning Commission members.
- Review of liquidated damages and construction deducts for Bridge #01635 Deck Replacement
- Reimbursement review for Scenic Drive Bridge (RES 2024-03)
- Reappointment of five Planning Commission members
- Approval of administrative subdivisions for multiple parcels
- Plumbing bid for the EMS Building
January 30, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved several administrative land subdivisions and authorized payments for bridge construction deducts and liquidated damages. The board also approved a motor vehicle exemption for the Nebraska Masonic Home and a $1,000 burial assistance payment.
- Approved motor vehicle exemption for Nebraska Masonic Home (5-0)
- Authorized allocation of STOP funds for an NSP Ident Unit for Troop A (5-0)
- Authorized $10,882.78 in liquidated damages and $65,690.00 construction deduct for Bridge #01635 (5-0)
- Adopted NDOT resolution for Scenic Drive Bridge reimbursement (5-0)
- Approved $1,000 county burial assistance request CBA 2024-01 (5-0)
- Approved administrative subdivisions for parcels 130397269, 130398471, 130123544, 130102555, 130102938, and 130103187 (all 5-0)
- Denied administrative subdivision for parcels 130131849 and 130131997 (5-0)
- Tabled EMS building plumbing bids and Planning Commission re-appointments until Feb 13
January 22, 2024 - Rescheduled PC meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several administrative subdivision requests. These items are scheduled to appear on the January 30, 2024, Commissioner’s Meeting agenda if not tabled.
- Public hearing for Administrative Subdivision – parcel 130397269
- Public hearing for Administrative Subdivision – parcel 130398471
- Public hearing for Administrative Subdivision – parcel 130123544
- Public hearing for Administrative Subdivision – parcels 130131849 & 130131997
- Public hearing for Administrative Subdivision – parcels 130102555 & 130102938 and parcel 130103187
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review road maintenance agreements and the 2024 salary for the EMA Director. The meeting also includes Board of Equalization actions regarding tax list corrections and property reports.
- Discussion of County Bridge Match Program Agreement BM2361
- NDOT Agreement NH-34-7 (136) Bay Road Bridge Cost Share increase
- Resolution 2024-02 setting the 2024 salary for the EMA Director
- Proposal of 2024 mileage rates at $0.67 per mile
- Re-appointment of Planning Commission members
January 16, 2024
The Board of Commissioners approved a comprehensive set of claims and payroll totaling $932,740.40. The Board also authorized a bridge match agreement and set the 2024 salary for the EMA Director.
- Approved tax list corrections for eight parcels (5-0)
- Denied Form 425 for destroyed real property filed by Wesley Gradoville (5-0)
- Denied Form 458R homestead exemption for Larry and Connie Read (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims and payroll (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-01 for County Bridge Match program agreement (5-0)
- Decided not to participate in NDOT project NH-34-7 Bay Road Bridge cost share (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-02 setting EMA Director salary at $75,616.76 (5-0)
- Set 2024 mileage rates at $0.67 per mile and $0.70 for civil service (5-0)
Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will hold its annual reorganization meeting to appoint a Chairman, Vice Chairman, and committee representatives. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the EMA building update and postage equipment leasing.
- Appointment of 2024 County Officials
- Approval of 2024 financial institutions for county monies
- Discussion of Pitney Bowes postage equipment lease agreement
- Review of NDOT Federal-Aid Urban Area Boundary Update
- Motor Vehicle Exemption requests for First Baptist Church and Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries
January 2, 2024
The Board of Commissioners conducted its annual reorganization, electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman and appointing county officials. The board also approved several service contracts and a motor vehicle tax exemption.
- Elected Alexander DeGarmo as Chairman (4-0)
- Elected Duane Murdoch as Vice-Chairman (5-0)
- Appointed Lenny Thorne (Highway), Mike Jensen (Zoning), Rand Group (Weed), Chad Korte (Emergency Mgmt), Brian Coffman (Veterans), and Sean Kennedy (GIS) for 2024 (all 5-0)
- Approved 2024 financial institutions and added Nebraska CLASS as an investment pool (5-0)
- Appointed Cassie Story as Chief Deputy Director for Emergency Management (5-0)
- Approved $52,977.96 FirstNet quote using ARPA funds (5-0)
- Authorized Clerk to sign Pitney Bowes postage equipment lease (5-0)
- Approved motor vehicle exemptions for First Baptist Church and Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries (5-0)