Meeting Agenda
1. Open Meeting
2. Roll Call
3. Consent Agenda
3.A. Approve Meeting Minutes
3.A.1. January 17, 2023 Public Works Committee Meeting minutes
3.A.2. February 7, 2023 Public Works Committee Meeting minutes
3.A.3. February 7, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting minutes
3.A.4. February 7, 2023 Personnel Committee Meeting  minutes
3.A.5. February 7, 2023 Public Safety Committee Meeting minutes
3.A.6. February 7, 2023 City Council Meeting minutes
3.B. Accept the City Treasurer's Report
3.C. Approve the Payment of Claims Against the City
3.D. Approve Cline Williams Invoice #355562
3.E. Consider approving a Right-of-Way Permit for Unite Private Networks on Boswell Avenue.
4. Items of Business
4.A. Public Hearing on the One and Six Year Plan.
4.B. Consider adopting Resolution 2023-04; a resolution approving the One and Six Year Plan.
4.C. Consider a franchise agreement  with ALLO Fiber regarding services in the city of Crete.
4.D. Consider a property owner's request to vacate Locust Street north of Fairchild Drive in Lorthrop Heights.
4.E. Consider approving the HD Big Blue Addition Administrative Subdivision.
4.F. Consider approving the Alden Cihal Addition Administrative Subdivision.
4.G. Consider approving the Addendum to the Criminal Interdiction Task Force MOU with Homeland Security Investigations.
4.H. Consider an application for "U-Drive, U-Text, U-Pay" Traffic Enforcement Grant for the Police Department.
4.I. Consider approving Change Order No. 1 to the new ambulance contract with Danko Emergency Equipment for the amount of $70,994.
4.J. Consider adopting Resolution 2023-03: A resolution declaring the official intent of the City of Crete, Nebraska to reimburse certain expenses in connection with the box culvert project from the proceeds of bonds issued by the City.
4.K. Consider the first reading of Ordinance 2164: An ordinance to annex Area #6 into the corporate limits of the City. 
4.L. Consider accepting the report on the audited financial statements from the independent auditor AMGL.
4.M. Consider approving the amended Disadvantage Business Enterprises Program for 2022, 2023 & 2024 required for City control of the Municipal Airport.
4.N. Consider approving the Assignment and Assumption Agreement required by the Federal Aviation Agency for City control of the Municipal Airport.
5. Petitions - Communications - Citizen Concerns
6. Officers' Reports
7. Adjournment
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
 
Meeting: February 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM - Crete City Council Regular Meeting
Subject:
1. Open Meeting
Rationale:
  • In accordance with Nebraska law, a copy of the Open Meetings Act can be found in the back of the Council Chambers.
  • Items listed on the agenda may be considered in any order.
  • Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Subject:
2. Roll Call
Rationale:
  • Attendance of members will be recorded to determine the presence of a quorum for official actions.
Subject:
3. Consent Agenda
Rationale:
  • All items listed on the consent agenda will be approved by one motion and vote. No separate discussion of these items will occur unless the Mayor, a Councilmember, or a citizen so requests. If such a request is made, the item will be moved out of the consent agenda and considered separately.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve the consent agenda as presented. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Subject:
3.A. Approve Meeting Minutes
Subject:
3.A.1. January 17, 2023 Public Works Committee Meeting minutes
Attachments:
Subject:
3.A.2. February 7, 2023 Public Works Committee Meeting minutes
Subject:
3.A.3. February 7, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting minutes
Attachments:
Subject:
3.A.4. February 7, 2023 Personnel Committee Meeting  minutes
Attachments:
Subject:
3.A.5. February 7, 2023 Public Safety Committee Meeting minutes
Attachments:
Subject:
3.A.6. February 7, 2023 City Council Meeting minutes
Attachments:
Subject:
3.B. Accept the City Treasurer's Report
Attachments:
Subject:
3.C. Approve the Payment of Claims Against the City
Attachments:
Subject:
3.D. Approve Cline Williams Invoice #355562
Attachments:
Subject:
3.E. Consider approving a Right-of-Way Permit for Unite Private Networks on Boswell Avenue.
Attachments:
Subject:
4. Items of Business
Rationale:
  • Action may be taken to discuss/limit discussion, to hear testimony in favor of or in opposition to, and to approve or disapprove any matter presented under this title.
Subject:
4.A. Public Hearing on the One and Six Year Plan.
Discussion:
The One and Six Year Plan is required by state statute. Both the Planning Commission and the Public Works Committee have seen the plan. After those discussions, a roundabout at 13th Street and Iris Avenue was added to the One Year Plan and 15th Street from Iris to Boswell was added to the Six Year Plan. 
Action(s):
Motion 1 Carried:
Open the public hearing. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Motion 2 Carried:
Close the public hearing. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.B. Consider adopting Resolution 2023-04; a resolution approving the One and Six Year Plan.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Introduce and adopt Resolution 2023-04: A resolution approving the One and Six Year Plan. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.C. Consider a franchise agreement  with ALLO Fiber regarding services in the city of Crete.
Discussion:
Allo's General Manager of Eastern Nebraska, Dave Miller, gave a presentation to the Council on the many benefits that Allo would bring to Crete. He explained their mission and vision, providing data and statistics to back up the information. The Public Works Committee heard a brief version of the presentation and recommended approving the franchise agreement. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve entering into a franchise agreement with ALLO Fiber regarding services in the city of Crete. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.D. Consider a property owner's request to vacate Locust Street north of Fairchild Drive in Lorthrop Heights.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Tabled until further information is gathered. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.E. Consider approving the HD Big Blue Addition Administrative Subdivision.
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada mentioned working on this with the property owners, getting it just right, and it is now ready. The Public Works Committee met on this and recommended approving the subdivision.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve the HD Big Blue Addition Administrative Subdivision. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.F. Consider approving the Alden Cihal Addition Administrative Subdivision.
Discussion:
The Public Works Committee met on this and recommended approving the subdivision.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve the Alden Cihal Addition Administrative Subdivision. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Abstain (With Conflict)
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.G. Consider approving the Addendum to the Criminal Interdiction Task Force MOU with Homeland Security Investigations.
Discussion:
Police Captain Jon Pucket explained that this MOU allows the Crete Police Department to participate with the listed agencies as a task force. It allows our K9 to assist with drug seizures on the interstate, which will be done on a scheduled basis. The Public Safety Committee met on this and recommended approving the MOU. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve the Addendum to the Criminal Interdiction Task Force MOU with Homeland Security Investigations. Carried with a motion by Jack Oelschlager and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.H. Consider an application for "U-Drive, U-Text, U-Pay" Traffic Enforcement Grant for the Police Department.
Discussion:
Police Captain Jon Pucket informed the Council that this is the same kind of grant as the 'Click It or Ticket' or 'Drive Sober Get Pulled Over' ones. It reimburses overtime wages, allowing more officers on the streets during special/holiday weekends. The Public Safety Committee met on this and recommended approving PD to apply for the grant.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve the Police Department to apply for the "U-Drive, U-Text, U-Pay" Traffic Enforcement Grant. Carried with a motion by Jack Oelschlager and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Subject:
4.I. Consider approving Change Order No. 1 to the new ambulance contract with Danko Emergency Equipment for the amount of $70,994.
Discussion:
Fire Chief Tod Allen explained that Dodge was not supporting any more chassis this year, which included a Crete ambulance. Danko searched and was able to find one, however it came at a higher price, bringing the total up to $70,994. The Public Safety Committee met on this and recommended approving the change order. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve Change Order No. 1 to the new ambulance contract with Danko Emergency Equipment, making the total cost $70,994. Carried with a motion by Jack Oelschlager and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.J. Consider adopting Resolution 2023-03: A resolution declaring the official intent of the City of Crete, Nebraska to reimburse certain expenses in connection with the box culvert project from the proceeds of bonds issued by the City.
Discussion:
City Clerk-Treasurer Jerry Wilcox explained that the City will be issuing bonds as funding for the project, but it's still in the works. This resolution allows the City to reimburse itself for expenses we have already paid for the project. The Public Works Committee met on this and recommended adopting the resolution.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Introduce and adopt Resolution 2023-03: A resolution declaring the official intent of the City to reimburse certain expenses in connection with the box culvert project from the proceeds of bonds issued by the City. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.K. Consider the first reading of Ordinance 2164: An ordinance to annex Area #6 into the corporate limits of the City. 
Discussion:
City Attorney Alison Borer reported that this is the Cardinal Ventures property previously discussed. They have requested to be annexed into the city limits and annexations require that the ordinance have three separate readings. The Public Works Committee met on this and recommended it be approved for its first reading. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Introduce Ordinance 2164 and move that it be approved for its first reading and that its title be read and approved. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.L. Consider accepting the report on the audited financial statements from the independent auditor AMGL.
Discussion:
Marcy Luth with AMGL presented via zoom to the Finance Committee and concluded that the City was in good financial health. A couple of deficiencies, being Electric and Water, were pointed out but are already being addressed by the recent rate increases. The Finance Committee recommended accepting the report. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve and accept the report on the audited financial statements from the independent auditor AMGL. Carried with a motion by Travis Sears and a second by Dale Strehle.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.M. Consider approving the amended Disadvantage Business Enterprises Program for 2022, 2023 & 2024 required for City control of the Municipal Airport.
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada reported that this is another step that needs to be taken in order for the City to inherit the Airport. The Public Works Committee met on this and recommended approving the amended plan.
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve the amended Disadvantage Business Enterprises Program for 2022, 2023 & 2024 required for City control of the Municipal Airport. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.N. Consider approving the Assignment and Assumption Agreement required by the Federal Aviation Agency for City control of the Municipal Airport.
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada informed the Council that this is yet another requirement to inherit the Airport. The Public Works Committee met on this as well and recommended approving the agreement. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approve the Assignment and Assumption Agreement required by the Federal Aviation Agency for City control of the Municipal Airport. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Travis Sears.
  • Dan Papik: Absent
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Jack Oelschlager: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Travis Sears: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
5. Petitions - Communications - Citizen Concerns
Rationale:
  • Citizen testimony may be limited to 3 minutes per person.
  • Please do not repeat testimony that has already be heard.
  • No action can be taken on matters presented under this title except to answer any questions or to refer the matter for further action.
Subject:
6. Officers' Reports
Rationale:
  • Reports may be given by Officers, Departments, Committees, or Councilmembers concerning the current operations of the City.
  • No action can be taken on matters presented under this title except to answer any questions or to refer the matter for further action.
Discussion:
  • Fire Chief Tod Allen reported the following:
    • The gear we got from the University of Nebraska Forestry Service has arrived. We should be getting a check back for 75% of that purchase
    • Tanker 98 is back and fixed
    • The Brad Elder benefit was very successful, raising over $17,000 for Brad
  • Human Resources Director Wendy Thomas introduced new Parks and Recreation Director Liz Cody, who is excited to be a part of the City
  • Council member Jack Oelschlager thanked City employees for their hard work during last week's snow storm
  • Council member Tom Crisman asked about the progress on the chicken ordinance. Ourada explained that we are still in the stage of gathering information and not yet ready for an ordinance to be written. Mayor Bauer commented that we have spoken with interested members of the public to let them know that it's not ready for the Committee yet. 
  • City Administrator Tom Ourada reported the following:
    • Has MEAN Strategic Planning on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, and next week Monday and Tuesday will be League meetings
    • Testified to the Legislature's Urban Affairs Committee on LB 224, a proposed grant opportunity for first class cities
    • Have been working with ALLO for quite a few years to make it work economically for them to get into Crete
  • Mayor Dave Bauer also thanked City employees for their work during the snow storm. He also commented on how building relationships in our community is very important; Doane, ALLO, and the City working together to get ALLO into the City, and Doane working with the City and the whole community for the Brad Elder benefit. There are hopes for more of that in the future.
Attachments:
Subject:
7. Adjournment
 

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