Meeting Agenda
1. Open Meeting
2. Roll Call
3. Consent Agenda
3.A. Approve Meeting Minutes
3.A.1. August 24th, 2024 City Council Work Session Minutes 
3.B. Accept the City Treasurer's Report
3.C. Approve the Payment of Claims Against the City
4. Items of Business
4.A. Consider Resolution 2024-16 Property Tax Request 
4.B. Consider Resolution 2024-15 Gap Paving Assessments
4.C. Public Hearing to levy assessments on the property located at 1215 Main Ave
4.D. Consider Resolution 2024-17 Special Assessment to 1215 Main Ave 
4.E. Consider the Dittmer Commercial Preliminary Plat 
4.F. Consider the Dittmer Commercial Final Plat 
4.G. Public Hearing on an Application for the Community Development Block Grant Program for road construction and reconstruction
4.H. Consider Resolution 2024-18 Community Block Grant For Road Construction and Reconstruction 
4.I. Consider the serving of catered alcohol with a Special Designated Liquor License at the Community Room for a private event on Friday, October 11th 2024. 
4.J. Consider the Application from Black Hills Energy for a Permit to Occupy City of Crete Right-of-Way
4.K. Consider the Agreement Between Owner and Engineer for Professional Services from JEO Consulting Group, Inc. for the Crete Walnut Creek Sewer Repair. 
4.L. Consider the Special Event Permit Application SE24-09 Crete's Great Pumpkin Festival from the Crete Chamber of Commerce. 
4.M. Consider the Application for Special Event Permit SE24-10 for the Children's Parade from the Crete Chamber of Commerce. 
4.N. Consider PCO 011 for $812.00 from Kingery Construction for the Crete Isis Theatre
4.O. Consider PCO 012 for $2,126.00 from Kingery Construction for the Crete Isis Theatre 
5. Petitions - Communications - Citizen Concerns
6. Officers' Reports
7. Adjournment
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Meeting: September 3, 2024 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.
Subject:
3.A. Approve Meeting Minutes
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved Meeting Minutes Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Subject:
3.A.1. August 24th, 2024 City Council Work Session 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:
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. Consider Resolution 2024-16 Property Tax Request 
Discussion:
Mayor Dave Bauer thanked City Administrator Tom Ourada and Finance Director Wendy Thomas for their work on the budget. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Introduce and approve Resolution 2024-16 Property Tax Request Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.B. Consider Resolution 2024-15 Gap Paving Assessments
Discussion:
City Attorney Anna Burge explained that there would be a 7% interest rate if the amount is not paid in full based on state law. 

 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Introduce and approve Resolution 2024-15 Gap Paving Assessments Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.C. Public Hearing to levy assessments on the property located at 1215 Main Ave
Discussion:
At 6:26 p.m., the public hearing was opened to levy assessments on the property located at 1215 Main Ave. 
City attorney Anna Burge stated that there were multiple attempts to work with the owner. Last summer, City Inspector Brad Bailey investigated and there was a list of things the owner had to do, such as getting building permits and speaking with the Fire Marshall. The City placed 1215 Main Ave on the vacant property list and there is a $1,000 fee and it is every 6 months. 
The public hearing closed at 6:31 p.m.
Action(s):
Motion 1 Carried:
Opened the Public Hearing to levy assessments on the property located at 1215 Main Ave Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Motion 2 Carried:
Closed the Public Hearing to levy assessments on the property located at 1215 Main Ave Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Subject:
4.D. Consider Resolution 2024-17 Special Assessment to 1215 Main Ave 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Introduce and approve Resolution 2024-17 Special Assessment to 1215 Main Ave Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.E. Consider the Dittmer Commercial Preliminary Plat 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that Richard Onnen with E & A Consulting Group, Inc. was there to provide more information. Onnen provided copies of the preliminary and final plat to Mayor Bauer and the council members. Onnen explained that this is in C-1 zoning and it is 9.5 acres. There are 7 commercial lots. The parking is conceptual. The letter submitted for variances requested the following:
1. To allow private roadways within the development.
(Article 3 Subdivision Regulations, 11-307, (12))
2. To allow cross parking to meet required parking requirements within Lots 2 through 7.
(Article 5 Supplementary Regulations, 11-508, (2)(c))
3. To allow the sidewalk and street trees along the east side of Iris Avenue between 29th Street and Big
Mac Drive to be located outside of the street right-of-way and within a pedestrian and landscape
Easement on Lot 1.
(Article 5 Supplementary Regulations, 11-524, (2)(b) and (c))
4. To allow the sidewalk along the south side Big Mac Drive, adjacent to Outlot A, not to be installed until
such time as Outlot A is developed or the City of Crete determines is necessary.
(Article 5 Supplementary Regulations, 11-524, (2)(b))
5. To allow the sidewalk and street trees along the east side of Iris Avenue, adjacent to Outlot A, not to be
installed until such time as Outlot A or the property south of Outlot A is developed or at such time as the
City of Crete determines it is necessary.
(Article 5 Supplementary Regulations, 11-524, (2)(b) and (c))
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Dittmer Commercial Preliminary Plat with variances Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.F. Consider the Dittmer Commercial Final Plat 
Discussion:
Richard Onnen with E & A Consulting Group, Inc. explained that on the Dittmer Commercial Addition Final Plat Outlot A is open space and detention and Outlot B is reserved for development. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Dittmer Commercial Final Plat Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.G. Public Hearing on an Application for the Community Development Block Grant Program for road construction and reconstruction
Discussion:
The public hearing opened at 6:49 p.m.  City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that a resolution would follow this hearing. Ourada explained that the City of Crete was notified earlier this year that the Low Moderate-Income designation changed and is community wide. Instead of 46% LMI now we are 58% and city wide, so anywhere in the city can qualify for a block grant. 
The public hearing closed at 6:50 p.m.
Action(s):
Motion 1 Carried:
Opened the Public Hearing on an Application for the Community Development Block Grant Program for road construction and reconstruction Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Motion 2 Carried:
Closed the Public Hearing on an Application for the Community Development Block Grant Program for road construction and reconstruction Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Subject:
4.H. Consider Resolution 2024-18 Community Block Grant For Road Construction and Reconstruction 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Introduce and approve Resolution 2024-18 Community Block Grant For Road Construction and Reconstruction Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.I. Consider the serving of catered alcohol with a Special Designated Liquor License at the Community Room for a private event on Friday, October 11th 2024. 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that this case by case for every event and everything is in order and the insurance has been provided. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the serving of catered alcohol with a Special Designated Liquor License at the Community Room for a private event on Friday, October 11th 2024. Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Dale Strehle.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Subject:
4.J. Consider the Application from Black Hills Energy for a Permit to Occupy City of Crete Right-of-Way
Discussion:
This application was submitted for multiple properties. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Application from Black Hills Energy for a Permit to Occupy City of Crete Right-of-Way Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.K. Consider the Agreement Between Owner and Engineer for Professional Services from JEO Consulting Group, Inc. for the Crete Walnut Creek Sewer Repair. 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that this is for a sanitary sewer aerial crossing of Walnut Creek that was damaged previously and requires repairs. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Agreement Between Owner and Engineer for Professional Services from JEO Consulting Group, Inc. for the Crete Walnut Creek Sewer Repair. Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.L. Consider the Special Event Permit Application SE24-09 Crete's Great Pumpkin Festival from the Crete Chamber of Commerce. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Special Event Permit Application SE24-09 Crete's Great Pumpkin Festival from the Crete Chamber of Commerce. Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.M. Consider the Application for Special Event Permit SE24-10 for the Children's Parade from the Crete Chamber of Commerce. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Application for Special Event Permit SE24-10 for the Children's Parade from the Crete Chamber of Commerce. Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.N. Consider PCO 011 for $812.00 from Kingery Construction for the Crete Isis Theatre
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved PCO 011 for $812.00 from Kingery Construction for the Crete Isis Theatre Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.O. Consider PCO 012 for $2,126.00 from Kingery Construction for the Crete Isis Theatre 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved PCO 012 for $2,126.00 from Kingery Construction for the Crete Isis Theatre Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: 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.
Discussion:
Shaylene Smith with the Blue River Arts Council stated that she and Becky Hansmeyer will be attending the Nebraska Arts Council state wide conference on creative districts.
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:
  • Chief of Police Gary Young stated the following:
  • The Police Department will find out on September 15th, 2024 if they will be awarded the Highway Grant.
  • The Celebrate Crete Event will be on Wednesday, September 18th 2024 from 5 p.m.-8 p.m.
  • Will be attending a national conference.
  • Library Director Jessica Wilkinson stated that the Crete Public Library is getting ready for their fall programing. There will be programing everyday except Mondays.
  • Parks and Recreation Director Liz Cody stated the following:
  • September Recreation activities: Coed adult softball and flag football.
  • Crete Public Schools sports events (tennis and softball).
  • Celebrate Crete in Tuxedo Park on September 18th, 2024.
  • Food Bank of Lincoln distribution will continue into fall/winter.
  • Following up on inquiry about the 8U/10U recreation baseball program.
  • Collecting field fees and identifying ball field improvements.
  • Community Assistance Director Marilyn Schacht stated the following:
  • Has been engaged in helping with Citizenship classes, voter registration, law enforcement preparing you for the road classes, sharing resources for new comers and families in the community.
  • Celebrate Crete Community Event will be on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 from 5-8pm.
  • Welcoming Week is an annual global celebration initiated by Welcoming America, aimed at fostering unity among individuals form diverse backgrounds to build stronger communities and is taking place this year from September 13th-22nd 2024. All welcoming events during this week will be free of charge.
  • Appointed by the Governor to the Nebraska Commission on Latino-Americans and attended a meeting with other Latino Leaders over the weekend and reflected on all the work that has been done in Crete. The commission will hold their next meeting on November 16th, 2024 in Crete.
  • Will be presenting at the 2024 Annual League of Nebraska Municipalities Conference.
  • Invited the Crete City Council to attend the Celebrate Crete Community Event on September 18th, 2024 and encouraged everyone to attend.
  • Building Inspector Brad Bailey stated the following:
  • Crete is growing with 24 new houses, 30 senior apartments, 8-unit apartment building for a total of 62 new housing units. 
  • Enjoyed working as the City of Crete’s Building Inspector and hopes to leave it a better place.
  • Mayor Bauer thanked Brad Bailey and stated he has been an asset to the Crete community and has done a great job.
  • Council members Kyle Frans, Ashley Newmyer, Dale Strehle, Dan Papik and Anthony Fitzgerald all thanked City Administrator Tom Ourada and Finance Director Wendy Thomas for their hard work with the budget and thanked Building Inspector Brad Bailey for his work with the City of Crete.
  • City Administrator Tom Ourada stated the following:
  • Worked on the budget with Finance Director Wendy Thomas to provide options.
  • Continuing with interviews to hire a new building inspector.

 
Subject:
7. Adjournment
Discussion:
7:18 p.m.
 

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