Burt County public meetings in 2025
41 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting
The Board approved a 3% cost of living increase for most employees starting January 2026 and set elected official salaries for the 2027-2030 terms. The Board also approved $509,469.04 in December claims and a residential renovation grant. A request for cell phone reimbursement for the Veterans Service Office was denied.
- Approved 3% cost of living increase for 2026 (excluding union, part-time, seasonal, and zoning salaries)
- Approved $509,469.04 in December claims (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution #2025-16 setting elected official salaries for 2027-2030 terms
- Denied cell phone reimbursement request for part-time VSO Penny Warren (7-0)
- Approved $4,269.50 residential renovation grant for 1008 E. 1st Ave., Oakland (6-1)
- Voted to finance one motor grader at $293,000 and pay for one via budgeted funds (7-0)
- Approved updating building and grounds job duties to remove mail transporting task
- Decided not to recognize the Dec. 26 holiday designation for County employees
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Meeting
The Board of Equalization reviewed and approved nine tax list corrections presented by Assessor Katie Hart. These corrections adjusted valuations for various parcels due to lot splits, TERC case rulings, and property sales.
- Approved nine Tax List corrections (7-0)
Meeting
The Board approved the purchase of two CAT 140-15AWD motor graders and approved November financial reports totaling $390,240.64. The Board also discussed a 911 fund audit finding and the status of the Decatur Radio Tower property.
- Approved purchase of two CAT 140-15AWD motor graders for $494,000.00 (6-1)
- Approved November reports and miscellaneous receipts totaling $390,240.64 (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes of the 11/26/2025 meeting (7-0)
Meeting
The Board approved November claims and the 2026 holiday and meeting schedules. Members also accepted the FY24-25 audit financial statements, noting a finding regarding improper spending of 911 funds by the Sheriff's department.
- Approved November claims totaling $539,715.12 (6-0)
- Approved signing management representation letter for FY24-25 audit financial statements (6-0)
- Approved 2026 Holidays via Resolution #2025-14 (6-0)
- Approved Year-End Certification of County Highway Superintendent 2025 via Resolution 2025-15 (6-0)
- Approved agenda and minutes from 11/12/2025 meetings (6-0)
Meeting
The Board denied a 2025 property tax exemption for the Kansas-Nebraska Assoc. 7th Day Adventists Church due to a lack of evidence of religious use. The Board also approved one personal property tax list correction.
- Denied 2025 property tax exemption for Kansas-Nebraska Assoc. 7th Day Adventists Church (parcel 532501600) (7-0)
- Approved tax list correction for personal property #710700124 to remove carport and deduct $45.32 (7-0)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved a conditional use permit for a cabinetry shop and 12 permits for spreading biomass on various parcels. Two economic development grants were approved, and a temporary speed limit reduction was established for County Road L. A proposal to shorten the zoning permit application form was rejected.
- Approved conditional use permit #25-19CUP for cabinetry shop at 3360 CoRd F (7-0)
- Approved conditional use permits #25-07CUP through #25-18CUP for biomass spreading (7-0)
- Denied proposal to change zoning permit application from 3-page to 1-page form
- Approved $15,000 grant for Connealy Ins exterior façade renovation (7-0)
- Approved $500 grant for Pheasant Bonanza marketing (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-13 setting 45 MPH speed limit on County Road L east of Hwy 77 to County Road 23 (7-0)
- Approved October reports and miscellaneous receipts totaling $359,833.64 (7-0)
Meeting
The Board adopted a resolution to correct a tax levy for the Burt-Washington Drainage District. The Board also approved a personal property tax list correction. A review of a property exemption for a church was held, but no action was taken.
- Adopted Resolution 2025-12 correcting Burt-Washington Drainage District levy from $0.85 to $0.86 (7-0)
- Approved tax list correction to remove personal property #0024041100 and deduct $1,086.70 (7-0)
- Tabled final 2025 exemption status for Kansas-Nebraska Assoc. 7th Day Adventists Church until November 12, 2025
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved October claims and a software agreement for the Veterans Service Office. The board declined to explore the creation of a county building inspector position. Discussions were held regarding the unsatisfactory condition of Co. Rd. L.
- Approved October claims totaling $545,853.24 (7-0)
- Approved Memo of Understanding with NE Dept. of Veteran Affairs for VetraSpec software use from Jan. 1, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2028 (7-0)
- Denied proposal to explore establishing a Burt County building inspector
Meeting
The Board adopted Resolution #2025-11 to establish tax levies for various political subdivisions for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This includes levies for the county general fund, townships, cemeteries, fire districts, cities, villages, and school districts.
- Approved Resolution #2025-11 setting 2025-2026 tax levies (7-0)
Meeting
The Board approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and various September reports, including miscellaneous receipts totaling $237,817.64. The Board briefly recessed to allow the Board of Equalization to certify FY 2025-2026 levies.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes of 9/26/2025 meetings (7-0)
- Approved September reports and miscellaneous receipts of $237,817.64 (7-0)
Meeting
The Board of Equalization approved several tax list corrections, including valuation adjustments for a property in Summit Township and exemptions for parcels sold to the Army Corps of Engineers. The board also noted the publication of real property exemptions for 2025.
- Approved Tax List Corrections (6-0)
- Corrected valuation for Jerimie & Kristie Logan (Parcel 434604200) from $611,698.00 to $582,175.00
- Corrected valuation to $0.00 for Parcel 431601400 (United States of America) due to Army Corps of Engineers ownership
- Corrected valuation to $0.00 for Parcel 431601700 (United States of America) due to Army Corps of Engineers ownership
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved a conditional use permit for a solar facility and adopted the county budget and tax request for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The board also approved grants for two buildings in Craig and updated the Grievance Board membership.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Beeline Solar Energy LLC (4-1)
- Adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget via Resolution #2025-08 (6-0)
- Approved 2025-2026 Tax Request via Resolution #2025-09 (6-0)
- Approved $10,165.00 DEMO grant for 130 N Main St. (6-0)
- Approved $8,565.00 DEMO grant for 140 N Main St. (6-0)
- Approved $519,013.68 in September claims (6-0)
- Removed Jan Rasmussen and added Ashley Wimer and Lori Wachter to Grievance Board list (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda and September 10, 2025 minutes (6-0)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved a new residential renovation program using Nielsen Foundation grant funds. The board also approved August financial reports and Planning Commission member appointments.
- Approved 'Residential Renovation' program with 50% cost share up to $8,000 per project, allocating $40,000 from Fund 0900 (5-1-1)
- Approved August Financial Reports and miscellaneous receipts totaling $246,824.26 (6-0-1)
- Approved Planning Commission member appointments (6-0-1)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0-1)
- Approved minutes of 8-28-2025 Board of Equalization and Board of Supervisors meetings (6-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Meeting
The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for Beeline Solar Energy LLC to install a solar facility across multiple sections of Township 21 Range 11E and Township 20 Range 11E. Approval was granted with specific requirements for increased decommissioning bonds and liability insurance.
- Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Beeline Solar Energy LLC with conditions (7-1)
- Required Beeline Solar decommissioning bond increase to $25,000,000 from $11,500,000
- Required Beeline Solar liability insurance increase to $15,000,000 from $3,000,000
- Required Beeline Solar to obtain permits from the City of Tekamah and Tekamah Airport Zoning Board
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Meeting
The Board of Equalization approved a tax list correction for a 2024 TERC case. The action adjusted the valuation of a property located at 209 N 17th St in Tekamah.
- Approved Tax List Correction for Parcel ID 113811200 (6-0)
Meeting
The Board approved the 2025-2026 One and Six Year Road Plan and authorized the annual certification of program compliance. They also approved August claims totaling $1,110,980.06 and established levy authority for several political subdivisions.
- Approved August claims totaling $1,110,980.06 (5-1)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-05 accepting the 2025-2026 One and Six Year Road Plan (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-06 authorizing the County Annual Certification of Program Compliance (6-0)
- Approved 1-year skid loader lease with NMC for $8,250.00 (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-07 establishing levy authority for Fire Districts (4 cents), Cemetery Districts (2 cents), and Townships (9 cents) (4-2)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and July financial reports, including $406,718.92 in miscellaneous receipts. No budget decisions were made regarding a funding request from the Burt County Ag Society. The board entered a closed session to discuss litigation, but no action was taken.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes of 7/25/2025 Board of Equalization and 7/28/2025 Board of Supervisors meetings (6-0)
- Approved July reports and $406,718.92 in miscellaneous receipts (6-0)
- Approved lot split for Jay Lindstrom (signed by Vice-Chairman Richards)
- Tabled budget decisions for Burt County Ag Society's $100,000 operating request and $25,000 ADA project pledge
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved the July claims and the agenda and previous meeting minutes. A lot split application for Khundahl Home Place was signed. No action was taken on a request from Summit Township for rock hauling or a request for legal funding for the Tekamah Airport Zoning Board.
- Approved July claims totaling $504,683.49 (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved July 9, July 15, and July 16 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Signed lot split application for Khundahl Home Place
- Denied payment request for Tekamah Chamber dues from the extension office
- Tabled decision on Summit Township rock hauling request
- Tabled FY 2025-2026 budget final numbers pending August 20 valuation
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved a pavement reclamation project for County Road L and renewed annual IT and cybersecurity contracts. The board also approved several small business grants for facade and roof improvements and a tourism marketing campaign.
- Awarded Site 3 – County Road L pavement project to Oban Construction (7-0)
- Approved annual IT and Cyber/Security contracts totaling $63,950 (7-0)
- Approved $12,900 grant for Main Street Services LLC facia improvements (7-0)
- Approved $1,423.49 grant for Coffee Shop signs in Oakland (7-0)
- Approved $15,000 grant for Save More Market roof (7-0)
- Approved $1,034.35 grant for Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcasts (7-0)
- Approved special designated liquor license for Eggers K&C, LLC for August 16 event (7-0)
- Approved June financial reports and miscellaneous receipts of $3,917,340.17 (7-0)
Meeting
The Board approved June claims totaling $3,989,617.68 and accepted culvert bids from Glup Pipe Sales. The Board also signed a lot split application for Kim and Dee Snow and discussed seasonal help pay rates for the extension office.
- Approved June claims totaling $3,989,617.68 (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes of 6/11/2025 meetings (6-0)
- Accepted culvert bids from Glup Pipe Sales (6-0)
- Signed lot split application for Kim & Dee Snow (3.62 ac. & 2.31 ac.)
Meeting
The Burt County Board of Equalization approved a series of valuation changes for specific properties based on recommendations from the County Assessor. These adjustments include corrections for lot splits, home styles, and land classifications. Affected taxpayers have 30 days to protest the new values.
- Approved property valuation adjustments (6-0)
- Reduced valuation for Randy S & Norene M Stromberg by $2,929.00
- Adjusted valuations for John Tobin & Sons Inc. across multiple parcels due to lot splits
- Increased valuation for Michael R & Margaret Williams by $92,630.00
- Reduced valuation for Dave & Jennifer Wakehouse by $97,640.00
- Adjusted valuations for Kristy M Hetzel et al across three parcels due to lot splits
- Reduced valuation for R Group Tekamah LLC by $31,230.00
- Reduced valuation for Conrad F & Kiley M Connealy by $91,996.00
Meeting
The Board of Equalization approved a series of valuation changes for specific real property parcels based on recommendations from the County Assessor. Most adjustments were due to lot splits processed after the March 19, 2025, cutoff date. Taxpayers have 30 days to protest these new values.
- Approved property valuation adjustments (7-0)
Meeting
The Board approved the purchase of a belly dump trailer and authorized a bid up to $35,000 for a service truck. A new contract for Medicare SHIP Programming was approved for $12,400. The Board also granted a conditional use permit for a manufactured home and approved several lodging tax grants.
- Approved Medicare SHIP Programming contract for $12,400 (7-0)
- Approved purchase of R-WAY T4625 TRI AIR belly dump trailer (7-0)
- Authorized bid up to $35,000 for 2019 Chevy Silverado 5500 HD service truck (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-04 for Stop Sign Program completion (7-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for Ingrid Williamsen's manufactured home (7-0)
- Approved four lodging tax grants totaling $2,500 (7-0)
- Approved special designated liquor licenses for Nelson’s Food Pride (7-0)
- Designated State Print Shop as vendor for LB644 joint hearing postcards (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Meeting
The Commission approved a conditional use permit for Ingrid Williamsen to place a residence on 7.46 acres in Pershing TWP. The board also discussed permit requirements for Connex Boxes, determining they do not require permits as they are not permanent buildings.
- Approved conditional use permit for Ingrid Williamsen residence in Pershing TWP (6-0)
- Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved May claims and a $4,000 contract for FY25-26 budget preparation. A request to hire an additional Sheriff Deputy was not approved. The Board also authorized engineering services for pavement preservation projects.
- Approved May claims totaling $933,774.16 (7-0)
- Approved $4,000 budget preparation contract for Sarah Freidel and Jeannette Blanc (7-0)
- Approved special designated liquor license for Double J Saloon for June 28, 2025 (7-0)
- Authorized Highway Superintendent to sign Midwest Engineering, Inc. agreements for 2025 Pavement Preservation Projects (7-0)
- Denied/No action taken on request to hire one additional Sheriff Deputy
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved the 2025-2026 health insurance package via the NACO pool, maintaining the current employee deductible buy-down. Other actions included approving lodging tax grants, a road maintenance agreement with Oakland Township, and a special liquor license.
- Approved 2025-2026 health insurance plan with $1,100 employee out-of-pocket deductible (7-0)
- Approved special designated liquor license for Andreasen, LLC for 2025 Hoot Gibson Memorial Rodeo (7-0)
- Approved updated guidelines and application form for Visitors Promotion Fund/Lodging Taxes (7-0)
- Approved three $500 lodging tax grants for Pheasant Bonanza, Swedish Heritage Center, and Amber Lea Acres (7-0)
- Approved road maintenance agreement with Oakland TWP at $160.00 per hour (7-0)
- Approved April reports and miscellaneous receipts totaling $4,088,295.76 (7-0)
- Approved lot splits for John Tobin and James Kelly
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 2025-03 to amend zoning regulations for solar energy conversion systems, allowing the Planning and Zoning office to accept conditional use permit applications. The board also awarded several road preservation contracts and purchased insurance deductible buy-downs for county buildings.
- Adopted Resolution 2025-03 amending solar energy zoning regulations (6-1)
- Approved April claims totaling $707,096.31 (7-0)
- Approved insurance deductible buy-downs for Courthouse ($21,179.62 + fees) and five county sheds ($24,373.34 + fees) (7-0)
- Awarded Armor Coat bid to Sta-Bilt Constr. (7-0)
- Awarded Crack Sealing and Paint Striping bids to Midwest Coatings (7-0)
- Awarded Scrub Mastic bid to Hall Brothers (7-0)
- Approved corrected minutes from 4/9/2025 meeting (7-0)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved several amendments to solar energy conversion regulations and authorized the transfer of a radio tower property back to the U.S. government. Other actions included approving a special liquor license and re-appointing a member to the Veterans Service Board.
- Approved solar panel setbacks of 83' or 200' from residence walls, whichever is greater (5-1)
- Approved solar zoning changes regarding tax-exempt entity sales and expert retention (6-0)
- Deleted the Certificate of Deposit section from solar bond requirements (6-0)
- Approved special designated liquor license for Nelson’s Food Pride for May 31, 2025 (7-0)
- Approved returning the Decatur Radio Tower and 2.41 acres to the USA General Services Administration (7-0)
- Re-appointed Robert Hawkins, Jr. to a 5-year term on the Veterans Service Board (7-0)
- Approved $906,488.69 in miscellaneous receipts and March reports (7-0)
- Directed installation of a 15-minute parking spot near the courthouse Southeast ramp
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Meeting
The Planning Commission approved several changes to Section 6.15 regarding solar energy conversion systems. These updates address setbacks, tax requirements, bond obligations, and the retention of experts. The recommendations will be sent to the Board of Supervisors on April 9, 2025.
- Approved solar panel setbacks of 83' from property line or 200' from residence exterior wall, whichever is greater (8-0)
- Approved replacing 'Sale of Facility' language with a requirement that Nameplate Capacity Tax be addressed in the Conditional Use Permit (8-0)
- Decided not to implement a limit on total solar acres in Burt County
- Approved deletion of the Certificate of Deposit section under Section 6.15 (8-0)
- Approved correcting typos and replacing 'commission' with 'Board of Supervisors' (8-0)
- Approved adding a 'Retention of an Expert' provision allowing the Board of Supervisors to hire experts at the applicant's expense (8-0)
- Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved a conditional use permit for a campground with specific regulatory and reporting requirements. The board also approved March claims and a property and casualty insurance renewal with a deductible buy-down.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for David Brainard campground (4-2)
- Approved March claims totaling $445,987.49 (6-0)
- Approved Special Designated Liquor License for Tilted Table Bar (6-0)
- Approved $18,718.80 insurance deductible buy-down for wind/hail coverage (6-0)
- Signed P&C insurance renewal with Travelers for May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025 (6-0)
- Decided to continue interviews for a stand-alone Burt County Emergency Management position
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Meeting
The Board approved an update to the County Burial Policy, increasing the cremation service fee from $1,650 to $2,500. The Board also approved a $15,500 contract for 2025 bridge inspections and authorized pay for employees during a two-day courthouse closure following a blizzard.
- Approved cremation service fee increase to $2,500 (7-0)
- Approved $15,500 contract with Midwest Engineering, Inc for 2025 Bridge Inspections (7-0)
- Approved employee pay for two days the Courthouse was closed due to blizzard (Vote not recorded)
- Approved March claims totaling $632,907.26 (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes of 3/12/2025 meetings (7-0)
Meeting
The Burt County Board of Equalization held a public hearing to consider six new Form 451 exemption applications for 2025. The board approved all six applications as listed on the provided spreadsheet.
- Approved 100% religious exemption for First Methodist Church of Oakland (unanimous)
- Approved 100% cemetery exemption for Randall Andersen Cemetery (unanimous)
- Approved 100% religious exemption for Kansas-Nebr. Assoc. 7th Day Adventists (unanimous)
- Approved 100% educational exemption for Region IV, Inc (unanimous)
- Approved 100% ag society exemption for Burt County Agricultural Society (unanimous)
- Approved 61% skilled nursing facility exemption for Arbor Care Centers - Tekamah (unanimous)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved conditional use permits for KAMO, Inc. and Rich Orsi. The board tabled a review of solar energy conversion system regulations and approved February financial reports totaling $391,552.82.
- Approved CUP for KAMO, Inc. for office, education space and kennels (7-0)
- Approved CUP for Rich Orsi for a nursery storefront metal building (7-0)
- Tabled Section 6.15 Solar Energy Conversion Systems regulations (7-0)
- Approved February reports and miscellaneous receipts of $391,552.82 (7-0)
- Approved February 28, 2025 Board of Equalization and Board of Supervisors minutes (7-0)
Meeting
The Planning Commission approved updated solar energy conversion system regulations, including new setback requirements and expert retention rules. Two conditional use permits were approved for a kennel facility and a nursery storefront. All approved items will move to the Board of Supervisors on March 12, 2025.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for KAMO INC for office, education space, and kennels (7-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Rich Orsi for a nursery and storefront (7-0)
- Approved solar facility ownership transfer restrictions as written by County Attorney (7-0)
- Approved adding 'Retention of Expert' language to solar facility regulations (7-0)
- Approved solar panel setbacks of 83' from property line or 200' from residence exterior wall, whichever is greater (7-0)
- Approved correcting typos and replacing 'commission' with 'Board of Supervisors' in solar regulations (7-0)
- Approved deletion of 'M. Certificate of Deposit' under 6.15 C. Solar Facilities (7-0)
- Approved February 3, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Meeting
The Board approved a tax list correction for a property sold to the Village of Decatur and granted a motor vehicle exemption for the Center for Rural Affairs.
- Approved Tax List Correction #193 for John R Quinn et ux (6-0)
- Approved Form 457 Motor Vehicle Exemption Application for Center for Rural Affairs (6-0)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved two private foundation grants for the demolition of residences in the Village of Decatur. The board also approved February claims totaling $416,579.39.
- Approved $6,220.00 DEMO Grant for residence at 481 W 11th, Decatur (6-0)
- Approved $3,450.00 DEMO Grant for residence at 310 E 10th, Decatur (6-0)
- Approved February claims totaling $416,579.39 (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes of 2/12/2025 meeting (6-0)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors approved two conditional use permits for a residence and a feeding operation, along with associated lot splits. They also authorized a $5,250 economic development grant and a temporary liquor license for Lenten fish fry dinners.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for E720 FARMS, LLC to build a single-family dwelling (6-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Brent Hilbers for a Class 1 Large Feeding Operation contingent on State permits (6-0)
- Signed lot splits for E720 FARMS, LLC (5.48 ac.) and Brent Hilbers (2.13 ac.)
- Approved $5,250 DEMO Grant for 1114 M. ST., Tekamah (6-0)
- Approved special designated liquor licenses for Chatterbox at St Patrick’s Catholic Church for March 7 – April 11, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved January reports and miscellaneous receipts totaling $4,009,215.74 (6-0)
- Approved agenda and minutes from 1/28/2025 meetings (6-0)
Meeting
The Burt County Planning Commission approved a permit for a single-family dwelling and a permit for a Class 1 Large Feeding Operation expansion. The commission also began a review of solar energy conversion system regulations at the request of the Board of Supervisors.
- Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 (8-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for E720 Farms LLC to place a single-family dwelling on 5.48 acres (8-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Brent Hilbers to expand to a Class 1 Large Feeding Operation (7-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Meeting
The Board of Equalization approved two corrections to the county tax list. These adjustments affected the valuations of personal property for Kyle M. Olson and Deere Credit Inc.
- Approved Tax List Correction #191 for Kyle M. Olson (Unanimous)
- Approved Tax List Correction #192 for Deere Credit Inc. (Unanimous)
Meeting
The Board of Supervisors halted new Conditional Use Permit applications for solar facilities to allow for a regulatory review. The board also approved January claims and renewed a library support agreement with three cities.
- Approved $592,450.61 in January claims (7-0)
- Approved appointment of Jill Connealy, Jeff Madsen, and Dawne Price to the Extension Board (7-0)
- Approved directive to stop accepting solar farm Conditional Use Permit applications for 120 days (6-1)
- Approved interlocal agreement to provide $1,500 annual donation to libraries in Lyons, Oakland, and Tekamah (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes from 1/8/2025 meeting (7-0)
Meeting
The Board elected its 2025 leadership, appointed committee representatives, and designated official county depositories. The Board also approved network equipment updates and appointed the 2025 Highway Superintendent.
- Elected Ted Connealy as Chairman for 2025 (7-0)
- Elected Paul Richards as Vice-Chairman for 2025 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-01 designating First Nebraska Bank, First Northeast Bank of Nebraska, and Washington County Bank as depositories (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-02 appointing Jay W. Johnson as representative to the Northeast Nebraska Solid Waste Coalition (7-0)
- Approved $8,100 for server rack and wireless access point updates (7-0)
- Appointed Ann Chytka as Burt County Highway Superintendent for 2025 (7-0)
- Decided January 9, 2025, would not be recognized as a holiday for county employees
- Instructed Sheriff to sell two surplus Dodge pick-ups via online auction as-is