NOTICE OF BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that according to City Ordinance 400, Chapter X, Article VI, Section 10-608 (D) the Board of Adjustment has scheduled a public hearing on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at 7:30 A.M. at the Neligh Council Chambers, which meeting is open to the public.
Purpose of the hearing is to consider the following:
•A 4 foot north side yard variance for a commercial office building and shop at 209 Main Street.
The hearing gives the public the opportunity to present comments or objections to the application.
City of Neligh
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
Planning Administrator


Published July 10, 2019
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Neligh City Council Special Meeting Proceedings
The Mayor and Neligh City Council met for a special meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at 5:30 P.M. at the Council Chambers pursuant to posted notice on June 21, 2019.
Present were Mayor Joe Hartz and Council Members Dale Wilkinson, Brent Pickrel, Leonard Miller and Ted Hughes. Also in attendance were City Attorney Jim McNally and City Clerk Danielle Klabenes.
The City Council entered executive session for the protection of the public interest to discuss contract negotiations for the possible purchase and operations of the Neligh nursing home.
Time: 5:33 P.M. Those present were Mayor, City Council, City Attorney Jim McNally and City Clerk Danielle Klabenes. The council reconvened into regular session at 6:35 P.M upon which the City Council authorized the City Attorney to negotiate with Emerald Healthcare for the purchase of the Neligh nursing home.
Meeting adjourned at 6:53 P.M.
City of Neligh
/s/ Joe Hartz
Mayor
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk
A complete copy of the minutes is available at the office of the city clerk during normal office hours.


Published July 10, 2019
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NOTICE OF MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that due to a lack of a quorum for the regular meeting of the Neligh City Council on July 9th , the meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, July 16th at the Neligh City Council Chambers. An agenda kept continuously current is available for inspection at the office of the city clerk.


City of Neligh
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk

NELIGH CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Neligh City Council Chambers
A copy of the Open Meetings Law is posted on the east wall for the public. The Public has the right to public participation.
NELIGH CITY COUNCIL
7:00 1 The Mayor will declare the meeting open.
7:01 2. The City Clerk will call roll.
7:02 3. The June 2019 regular and special meeting minutes will be presented for consideration.
7:03 4. The treasurer’s report for June 2019 will be presented.
7:05 5. Consideration and possible action to vacate alley lying in Block 99 for construction of new commercial building will be held.
7:15 6. Consideration and possible action for plumbing license for Beau Heithoff will be held.
7:25 7. Consideration and possible action for sale, disposal or donation of 2004 Dial-A-Ride van will be held.
7:35 8. Discussion and possible action for an Inter-local Agreement between the City of Neligh and the Antelope County Library Association will be presented for renewal.
7:40 9. The Economic Development report will be presented.
a) Consideration and possible action for Downtown Revitalization applications will be held.
b) Discussion and possible action for Memorandum of Understanding for the City of Neligh to partner with the New Moon Community Theater will be held.
7:55 16. The June Police Report will be heard.
8:05 17. The City Supt.’s report will be presented.
a) Consideration and possible action for Penn Park backfill to pre-flood of March 2019 will be held.
b) Consideration and possible action for proposal from Antelope County for street improvements on Cemetery Road will be held.
c) Discussion and possible action for recommendation from Park Board to hire lifeguard will be held.
d) Consideration and possible action for sealed bids on surplus property of John Deere mower will be held.
8:25 18. Electric operations report will be heard.
8:35 19. Discussion and possible action for nursing home contracts will be held.
8:40 20. Bills will be presented for approval.
8:45 21. The Mayor will call for adjournment.
“THE COUNCIL WILL REVIEW THE ABOVE MATTERS AND TAKE SUCH ACTION AS THEY DEEM APPROPRIATE. THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION”


Published July 3, 2019
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NOTICE OF MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the regular meeting of the Neligh City Council will be held Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Neligh City Council Chambers. An agenda kept continuously current is available for inspection at the office of the city clerk.
City of Neligh
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk


Published July 3, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD CHECKS, 6-11-19, GENERAL
A.C. CLERK, 54.00; A.C. SHERIFF, 900.00; A.C. TRES, 25.00; ALL FLAGS, 79.60; AMAZON, 266.49; AMH, 550.00; APPLIED CONNECTIVE, 105.00; ARNOLD POOL, 166.75; ASCAP, 361.14; AURORA COOPERATIVE, 262.50; BLACK HILLS ENERGY, 40.54; BLY, D, 52.00; BOMGAARS, 586.87; CARHART’S, 531.95; CASH, 69.60; CENTER POINT, 92.28; COLONIAL, 791.00; CUBBY’S, 5.49; CULLIGAN OF NORFOLK, 34.00; DEMCO, 119.74; DIAMOND VOGEL, 1,423.57; DOLLAR GENERAL, 13.90; ELKHORN PAVING, 57,944.20; EMC, 211.50; EMERY-PRATT, 469.85; ERPPD, 124.97; FALLER LANDSCAPE, 179.98; FARMER’S PRIDE, 2,990.93; FLENNIKEN PLUMBING, 369.85; FLOOR MAINTENANCE, 72.85; FRONTIER, 485.83; GILL HAULING, 1,953.96; GREAT PLAINS, 70.95; GREAT PLAINS NURSERY, 103.00; GREEN LINE, 448.77; HARTZ, J, 50.00; HILD, K, 2,677.31; HILLTOP DRUGS, 8.68; HIRERIGHT, 762.47; JONES AUTOMOTIVE, 229.08; JONNY DODGE, 225.46; K & T, 250.00; KELLY SUPPLY, 33.77; L. P. GILL, 2,673.84; LAZY T TIRE, 126.60; LB840 E/D, 4,667.22; LICHTY, J, 20,000.00; MCNALLY OPERATIONS, 193.45; MIDCITY SUPERSTORE, 44.99; MIDWEST BREATHING, 907.79; MIDWEST LAB, 196.32; MIDWEST PLUMBING, 2,190.68; MILL POINTE, 7,393.76; MITTEIS GRAVEL, 410.18; MUNICIPAL SUPPLY, 1691.75; NDEQ, 57,120.86; NDOR, 2,939.42; NE MACHINERY, 1,098.74; NE PUBLIC LAB, 472.00; NEBRASKALINK, 90.00; NELIGH AUTO, 190.26; NELIGH ELECTRIC, 5,018.94; NELIGH NEWS, 12.00; NELIGH YOUNG MEN’S, 3,500.00; NEN E/C, 510.00; N-O SCHOOL, 2,125.00; NORTON, J, 99.00; PARKS, S, 66.70; PAYROLL, 79,891.90; PELLATZ, J, 72.20; PENWORTHY, 100.00; PITZER DIGITAL, 622.87; POWER COMPUTING, 64.95; PROSOURCE SPECIALTIES, 228.02; RUTJENS CONST, 2,368.81; SARGENT DRILLING, 1,200.00; SHERIDAN-SIMONSEN, L, 103.24; SNIDER MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 4,000.00; STEALTH BROADBAND, 195.82; TELEBEEP, 42.78; THRIFTWAY, 411.82; U.S. CELLULAR, 269.60; VISA, 618.01.


Published June 19, 2019
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ORDINANCE NO. 618
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NELIGH, ANTELOPE COUNTY, NEBRASKA, ESTABLISHING A HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD; PROCEDURES FOR DESIGNATION OF LANDMARKS AND HISTORIC DISTRICTS; PROCEDURES FOR CERTIFICATES OF APPROVAL FOR ALTERATIONS TO DESIGNATED LANDMARK PROPERTIES; AND GOVERNANCE OF THE PRESERVATION OF LANDMARKS AND HISTORIC DISTRICTS WITHIN THE CORPORATE CITY LIMITS.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NELIGH, NEBRASKA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1:
DEFINITIONS:
That for the purposes of this Ordinance, the words and phrases below shall have the following definitions:
Board: The Historic Preservation Board of the City of Neligh, Nebraska.
City Council: The elected members of the Council of the City of Neligh, Nebraska.
Commission: The Planning Commission of the City of Neligh, Nebraska.
Cumulative Effect: This Ordinance shall be cumulative to all other provisions of adopted Codes and including Codified Ordinances relating to building, electricity, plumbing or any other technical requirements or provisions; and once work has been approved on a landmark or in a historical district, all other appropriate permits and inspections shall be obtained, and fees therefore shall be paid in accordance with Chapter 150, Building Regulations; Construction, of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Neligh.
Design Guidelines: Design criteria for new construction, alterations and revisions of properties designated as landmarks and in historic districts. All design criteria shall comply with the Secretary of Interior’s “Standards for Rehabilitation”.
Landmark: An individual structure, or an integrated group of structures on a single lot or site, or a site having a special character or special historical, cultural, educational, architectural, engineering or geographic interest of value.
Historic District: An area or section of the City containing a significant number of buildings, sites, structures, objects, or improvements which, considered as a whole, possess historical or cultural significance to the City, State or nation pursuant to the provisions of this Ordinance.
Owner: A real estate owner or owner’s authorized agent, officer of a corporation which owns real estate, partner of a partnership owning real estate, or member of an LLC or other similar organization owning real estate.
Private: All bodies, groups, organizations, associations, corporations, clubs and individuals of whatever nature which are not included in the definition of “public”.
Public: The state, or any agency thereof; a municipality; a county or any board appointed by or acting for same; a township; a commission or other authority established by law; any district, or other political subdivision of the state or public body recognized by law.
Secretary of the Interior’s “Standards for Rehabilitation”: Ten standards promulgated by the U.S. Department of the Interior to guide alterations to a landmark or property within a historic district.
Structure: Anything constructed or erected, the use of which requires location on the ground or attached to something having location on the ground.
Work: Work shall mean and include any alteration, demolition, construction, reconstruction, restoration, remodeling or other material change in the external appearance of the structure.
SECTION 2:
FINDINGS:
The City Council finds that the protection, enhancement, perpetuation and use of structures, districts and elements of historical, cultural, educational, architectural, engineering or geographic significance, located within the City, contribute to the prosperity, civic pride and general welfare of the people; and further finds that the economic, cultural and aesthetic interests of the City cannot be maintained or enhanced by disregarding the heritage of the City and that people of the City have an interest in the maintenance, preservation, demolition or other action regarding such cultural assets.
PURPOSE:
(a) To designate, preserve, protect, enhance and perpetuate those structures and districts which reflect significant elements of the City heritage;
(b) To foster civic pride in the beauty and accomplishments of the past;
(c) To stabilize or improve the aesthetic and economic vitality and values of such structures and districts;
(d) To protect and enhance the City’s attraction to tourists and visitors;
(e) To promote the use of historic structures or districts for education; and
(f) To promote and encourage continued private ownership and utilization of such buildings and other structures now owned and used, to the extent that the objectives listed above can be promoted.
SECTION 3:
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD:
(a) There is hereby created the Historic Preservation Board of the City of Neligh, Nebraska. The Board shall be composed of five (5) members, all members shall be residents of the City and shall have a demonstrated interest or professional expertise in historic preservation. A majority shall be professionals in the fields of archeology, historic archeology, architectural history, architecture, and history. All such appointments are to the extent that these professionals are available in the City. The five (5) members shall consist of two (2) citizens who are interested in preservation, architecture, engineering, historical or cultural matters, and three (3) owners of real estate (as defined in Section 1 of this Ordinance) designated as historic or within a historic district or proposed district. Employees of the City, or elected or appointed members of the City Council or other City boards or commissions shall not be eligible to be members of the Board.
(b) The members of the Board shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the City Council.
(c) Initially, two (2) members of the Board shall be appointed for a one (1) year term, two (2) members shall be appointed for a two (2) year term, and one (1) member shall be appointed for a three (3) year term. There may be a limit set to the number of terms.
(d) In the event of a vacancy occurring in the membership of the Board for any reason, an appointment shall be made to fill the vacancy in the same manner as the original appointments for the unexpired term.
(e) The members of the Board shall serve without compensation; however, they shall be entitled to reimbursement for expenses incurred during the course of conducting the business of the Board.
(f) The Board shall elect its chairperson from among its members.
(g) The Board shall establish its own rules of procedure.
(h) Three (3) members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
(i) Except as otherwise provided herein, three (3) affirmative votes shall be required for final action on any matter acted upon by the Board.
(j) The Board shall meet at least quarterly at such times and in such places as it may determine, or upon the call of the chairperson.
(k) The Board shall elect four (4) officers, each to serve for the full duration of his or her term of appointment to the Board: Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer. The Chair shall preside at meetings, call special meetings, issue public statements for the Board, and in general assume the duties of directing the activities of the Board. The Vice-Chair shall act in place of the Chair in the event of the latter’s absence. The Secretary shall keep a complete and current agenda, minutes of each meeting, and be responsible for publication and distribution of minutes, proceedings, and reports. The Treasurer shall be responsible for financial reports.
(l) The Board, shall in conjunction with Neligh Economic Development, adopt design guidelines and such standards and procedures not inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance as it may deem necessary to further the purpose herein stated.
(m) Designated historic district and individual landmarks shall be determined by the Board and approved by City Council.
SECTION 4:
SUBMISSION OF PLANS, PROJECTS AND PROPOSALS:
All plans, projects, proposals, evaluations, specifications, and sketches and other information necessary for the review of the Board, or colors, building materials, signs, or other features subject to public view, shall be made available to the Board by the applicant or appropriate department of the City, along with a copy of the application for the building or demolition permit.
SECTION 5:
DIRECTOR; DUTIES:
The Mayor shall assign a City staff member, as the Director of the Board, without the right to vote. The Director shall be the custodian of records, conduct official correspondence and generally supervise the clerical and technical work of the Board as required to administer this Ordinance. In addition the Director, for and on behalf of the Board and with the approval and direction of the Board, shall:
(a) Work in conjunction with other City officials to keep complete and accurate records and accounting for all funds, grants, income, and expenditures of every nature of the Board. All funds shall be placed with the City of Neligh in a specially designated account.
(b) Prepare annual reports and other such reports that may be required.
(c) Assure that public notices are posted and advertised, agendas are kept current and available for public inspection, and open meetings are conducted.
(d) Periodically review the City’s zoning ordinances and recommend to the Planning Commission and the City Council any of the same that are appropriate for the protection and preservation of landmarks or historic districts.
(e) Cooperate with the Nebraska State Historical Society in matters of proposed certification of this Ordinance and related duties and requirements.
(f) Comment on properties nominated to the National Register of Historic Places and cause to be processed nominations of properties potentially eligible for listing in the National Registry.
(g) Carry out, assist and collaborate in studies and programs designed to identify and evaluate structures, sites and areas worthy of preservation.
(h) Consult with and consider the ideas and of civic groups, public agencies and citizens interested in historic preservation.
(i) Inspect and investigate structures, sites and areas which are believed worthy of preservation.
(j) Submit to the City Council for public hearing and approval, and subsequently maintain (and resubmit as required) a list of structures and other features deemed deserving of official recognition although not designated as landmarks or historic districts and take appropriate measures of recognition, and maintain a documentary inventory.
(k) Disseminate information to the public concerning those structures, sites and areas deemed worthy of preservation and encourage and advise property owners in protection, enhancement, perpetuation and use of property of historical interest.
(l) Consider methods other than those provided for in this Ordinance for encouraging and achieving historic preservation, and make appropriate recommendations to the City Council and other bodies and agencies, both public and private.
(m) Make recommendations and do such other acts pursuant to this ordinance as the Board shall order.
(n) Make an initial inventory of all sites, structures, and districts presently designated or eligible for designation as landmarks. All sites, structures and districts within the City limits cited in the Nebraska State Historical Society’s inventories of Antelope County shall be included initially on the inventory. All sites, structures and districts cited in the foregoing inventories of the Nebraska State Historical Society shall be reviewed by the Board and, if deserving, recommended for designation by Ordinance as historic landmarks, sites, structures or districts. The recommendations which the Board makes as to these sites, structures and districts shall be within twelve (12) months of the first meeting of the Board, or as soon thereafter as may be done. Such inventory shall be updated annually as the Board directs.
SECTION 6:
DESIGNATION OF LANDMARKS, HISTORIC DISTRICS:
(a) All landmarks and property within a historic district shall be subject to the controls, standards and procedures set forth in this article.
A particular site, structure or area may be designated for preservation as a landmark or historic district if it has:
(1) Historical importance or cultural significance, interest or value as part of the development, history, heritage or culture of the City, state or nation; or is associated with the life of a person significant in the past; or is the site of an historic event, or exemplifies the cultural, political, economic, educational, social or historic heritage of the community.
(2) Architectural and engineering importance, portraying the historical setting or environment of a distinctive characteristic of an architectural or engineering type, period, style, or method of construction; or is the work of a resident builder or designer whose individual work is significant in the development of the City; or contains elements of design, detail, materials or craftsmanship of distinctive quality, or which represents a significant innovation.
(3) Geographic importance, by being a part of or related to a city center, park or other distinctive area, which should be developed or preserved according to a plan based on a historic, cultural or architectural motif; or owing to its unique location or singular physical characteristic represents an established and familiar visual feature of a neighborhood, community, or the City; or
(4) Archeological importance has yielded or is likely to yield information regarding the history of the area prior to the establishment of the City. A landmark or historic district shall possess integrity of design, location, setting, feeling, association, materials, and workmanship. In the case of a historic district, provisions shall be made to define an accurate boundary, identify properties that contribute to the historical significance of the district, and those because of age or integrity do not contribute. A property shall be eligible if it is fifty (50) years of age or older, unless exceptional significance can be demonstrated.
(b) A landmark may be proposed by the City Council or the Board with Owner’s written approval; or upon petition of the Owner. Any such proposal shall be filed with the Director upon forms prescribed by him or her, and shall include all data required by the Board.
(c) A historic district may be proposed by the City Council or the Board. Any such proposal shall be filed with the Director upon forms prescribed by him or her, and shall include all data required by the Board.
(d) Each proposal of a landmark or historic district shall first be considered by the Board at a public hearing.
(e) Notice of the time, place and purpose of the public hearing to be held upon the proposal of a landmark or historic district shall be given by the Board in the official newspaper of the City not less than ten (10) days prior to the date of the hearing and by mail to the owners of all property included in the proposed designation, as identified by the names and addresses of the last-known owners as shown by the county real property tax records. Failure to send notice by mail to any such property owner where the address of the owner is not so recorded shall not invalidate any proceedings in connection with the proposed designation. The Board may also give such other notice as may be deemed reasonable and practicable.
(f) A record of the pertinent information presented at the hearing upon the proposal of a proposed landmark or historic district shall be made and maintained as a permanent public record.
(g) The Board may approve, disapprove or modify the proposal of a landmark or historic district and shall notify the applicant of the action taken within thirty (30) days of the referral thereof to the Board.
(h) The recommendation of the Board for approval of a proposal for a proposed landmark or historic district shall state the particular standards for such designation, as set out in this section, which are applied in each designation.
(i) Designation of a landmark shall not be proposed at the objection of an owner. Designation of a historic district shall not be proposed if the owners of fifty­ one (51%) percent of the front footage of the real property in the proposed historic district object, not to include any public right-of-way located in such district. To object, owners shall follow the procedures outlined in Section 9 (d) and (e).
SECTION 7:
OVERLAY DISTRICT; ZONING OF HISTORIC DISTRICTS:
A landmark or historic district shall constitute a zoning overlay district for historic preservation purposes and shall be included as such on the official land use or zoning map. This zoning shall be in addition to the existing underlying land use zoning. Zoning amendments, applications for special use permits, or variances shall be considered to assist in the preservation, use or rehabilitation of designated properties.
SECTION 8:
TRANSMITTAL TO, ACTION BY CITY COUNCIL:
The Board shall transmit the proposal for the designation of a landmark or historic district to the City Council within 30 days after consideration. The Board shall consider the degree of conformity or nonconformity with the comprehensive development plan of the City, and may, if the Board deems it necessary, consult with and obtain a recommendation with regard to such proposal from the Planning Commission.
SECTION 9:
CONSIDERATION BY COUNCIL:
(a) When a proposal for the designation of a landmark or historic district is presented to the City Council, it shall take into consideration the recommendation of the Board, and shall further give consideration to the economic consequences to the City and the affected property owners.
(b) Objection by the owners of twenty (20%) percent of the front footage of the property within a proposed historic district shall require four (4) affirmative votes by City Council for approval of such district.
(c) Objection by the owner or owners of a proposed landmark shall require four (4) affirmative votes for approval of such landmark.
(d) Objections to a historic district designation must be acknowledged on a form available in the office of the Director and any such objections must be filed with the City Clerk no later than the first reading of the proposed designation ordinance.
(e) In order for the owners of a particular parcel of land to validly object to the designation, such objection shall be executed by any owner who is otherwise required to execute a valid conveyance of a fee simple interest in such parcel and whose name(s) appear in the records of the County Clerk.
(f) Pursuant to the provisions of this Ordinance, and the procedures set forth herein, the City Council may, by ordinance, designate a “Landmark” or a “Historic District”.
(g) Each ordinance designating a landmark or historic district shall include a description and statement of the significance of the real property or district to justify its designation as such and a description of the particular features that should be preserved, and shall include the legal description of the landmark or historic district.
(h) Within ten (10) days after final adoption of the ordinance designating property as a landmark or historic district, the Director shall send a copy of such ordinance and a letter outlining the basis of such designation and the obligations and restrictions which result from such designation to the owner of record of each property so designated or each property within the designated district by registered or certified mail.
SECTION 10:
AMENDMENT; RESCISSION:
The City Council may, by ordinance, amend or rescind the designation of a landmark or historic district at any time pursuant to the same procedures set forth in this article for the original designation.
SECTION 11:
APPLICATION TO PUBLIC PROPERTY:
All properties owned by government entities and/or public agencies shall be subject to the provisions of this Ordinance in the same manner as private persons.
All visible modifications or additions to public areas within a landmark or historic district, including street furniture, lighting fixtures, and paving materials shall be subject to review by the Board.
SECTION 12:
ECONOMIC IMPACT:
The Board shall, in the administration and enforcement of the provisions of this Ordinance, take into account all economic factors presented to it. The Board shall recognize the necessity of weighing potential economic detriments against preservationist objectives and shall strive to effect a fair balance in all instances.
SECTION 13:
CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL REQUIRED:
No person shall carry out or cause to be carried out any work on a landmark or structure in a historic district without a certificate of approval first being issued by the Board. For the purposes of this section, any alteration, construction, restoration, remodeling or other changes shall be deemed to require a certificate of approval where such work affects any of the characteristics of the landmark or historic district which were deemed to be significant and intended to be preserved as recited in the ordinance designating such landmark or district.
The Board’s decision to approve or deny an application for a certificate of approval shall include the following criteria:
1. Any alteration of an existing landmark shall be compatible with its historic character and meet the Secretary of the Interior’s “Standards for Rehabilitation” or other such design guidelines as may have been adopted.
2. Any alteration of a property within a historic district shall be compatible with its historic character and that of such district and meet the Secretary of the Interior’s “Standards for Rehabilitation” or other such design guidelines as may have been adopted; or
3. New construction shall be compatible with the historic district in which it is located.
PERMITS REQUIRED:
Building permits must be obtained prior to any work being done. A board approved certificate of approval must be presented to the building official prior to any building permit being issued.
SECTION 14:
ENFORCEMENT; PENALTIES:
Whoever violates or fails to comply with any of the provisions of the Code for which no penalty is otherwise provided, shall be fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00). A separate offense shall be deemed committed each day during or on which a violation or noncompliance occurs or continues.
SECTION 15:
CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FORWARDED TO DIRECTOR:
(a) All applications for a certificate of approval will be made on forms available at Neligh City Hall and shall be forwarded immediately to the Board.
(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Director shall not permit any work except as pursuant to a certificate of approval issued by the Board as authorized by the City Council.
(c) The Board shall hold a public hearing on applications to it for a certificate of approval.
(d) The determination by the Board on an application for a certificate of approval, or report of any action taken, shall be forwarded to the Director for appropriate action not later than thirty (30) days after receipt of the application by the Board.
(e) The Board’s decision must be accompanied by written findings of fact.
(f) The Board, in considering the appropriateness of any work, shall consider, among other things, the purposes of this article, the historical and architectural value and significance of the landmark or historical district, the texture, material and color of the building or structure in question or its appurtenant fixtures, including signs, and the relationship of such features to similar features of other buildings within a historic district, and the position of such building or structure in relation to the street or public way, as well as, other buildings and structures.
(g) If, after considering the application for a certificate of approval required by this Section, the Board determines that the proposed changes are consistent with the criteria for historic preservation established by this section, the Board shall recommend the issuance of the certificate of approval.
(h) If no certificate is approved, the applicant and the Board shall enter into negotiations to develop a plan whereby modifications in the application would enable the Board to issue a certificate of approval under the criteria listed above and compatible with the guidelines for preservation in the particular designated ordinance. If the proposed work involves demolition of all or a significant portion of a landmark or property within a historic district or involves construction upon open areas of a landmark or within a historic district and no acceptable plan is negotiated and approved between the applicant and the Board within 30 days of the Board’s decision not to issue a certificate of approval, the City may proceed with eminent domain proceedings to acquire the landmark or the affected property within the historic district, but if the City does not initiate proceedings within 30 days of the Board 1 s final negotiations with the applicant, the Director shall issue a certificate of approval, permitting the applicant to proceed with the work requested in the application.
(i) No change shall be made in the application for a building or demolition permit after issuance of a certificate by the Board without being resubmitted to the Board and approval in the same manner as provided above.
SECTION 16:
COUNCIL REVIEW OF BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Council shall review all Board recommendations, and the Board shall submit for approval a record of all its activities to the City Council upon City Council request.
SECTION 17:
CITY PROJECTS; UNDERTAKINGS:
The Board may hold public hearings on City projects and undertakings affecting landmark sites, structures or historic districts and make recommendations to the City Council concerning same.
SECTION 18:
ADVICE; GUIDANCE TO OWNERS:
The Board may, upon request of the property owner, render advice and guidance with respect to any proposed work on a landmark or historic district.
SECTION 19:
PASSAGE AND EFFECT:
This Ordinance shall be in full force and take effect from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by Nebraska law.
Dated this 11th day of June, 2019.
CITY OF NELIGH, NEBRASKA
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I, Danielle Klabenes, clerk of the City of Neligh, Nebraska, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of Ordinance No. 618 of said city, passed by the City Council this 11th day of June, 2019.
City Clerk


Published June 19, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD BILLS, 6-11-19, ELECTRIC
APPLIED CONNECTIVE TECH, 135.00; BLACKBURNS, 51.89; BOMGAAR’S, 149.83; BORDER STATES IND, 231.43; CARHART LUMBER, 18.95; CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, 2,860.51; CITY OF NELIGH, 13,288.20; DUTTON LAINSON, 510.90; ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, 464.28; FARMER’S PRIDE, 326.66; FASTENAL, 16.78; HILD, K, 105.50; HIRERIGHT, 48.93; JEO, 4,200.00; JONNY DODGE, 66.01; MERCHANT JOB TRAINING, 550.00; MUNICIPAL SUPPLY, 3973.79; NDOR, 7,480.64; NELIGH ELECTRIC, 686.09; NELIGH YOUNG MEN’S, 4,500.00; NPPD, 11,893.89; PAYROLL, 22,368.93; PITZER DIGITAL, 14.32; REINKE’S, 417.51, SOUTHWEST POWER, 16,044.42; STEALTH BROADBAND, 65.49; VANNESS, H, 62.15; WAPA, 2,105.16; WILKINSON, D, 172.84


Published June 19, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD CHECKS- 6/11/19, DAR PUBLIC TRANSIT
319 GRAPHICS, 115.00; CARQUEST, 4.16; ESSENTIAL RESOURCE, 32.00; FARMER’S PRIDE, 345.61; KLABENES, D, 157.76; NATP, 75.00; NELIGH ELECTRIC, 10.17; NETCOM, 215.00; PAYROLL, 3,271.78; PITZER DIGITAL, 12.68; STEALTH BROADBAND, 20.66.


Published June 19, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD BILLS, 6-11-19, PAYROLL
AFLAC, 129.68; BCBS, 21,118.71; COLONIAL, 34.11; HERITAGE BANK, 18312.31; IRS, 16,018.96; NDOR, 3,297.93; PINNACLE, 54,398.32; UNEMPLOYMENT, 737.03; UNION BANK, 5,865.76; VISION CARE DIRECT, 277.56.


Published June 19, 2019
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NOTICE
City of Neligh, Nebraska
On the 11th day of June, 2019, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Neligh, Nebraska, adopted an ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. 617
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF PAVING BONDS, OF ALLEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2018-1 OF THE CITY OF NELIGH, NEBRASKA, IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NOT TO EXCEED ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($125,000) ISSUED TO PAY THE COST OF ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED IN ALLEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2018-1; PRESCRIBING THE FORM OF SAID BONDS; PROVIDING FOR A SINKING FUND AND FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF TAXES TO PAY SAID BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE DELIVERY OF THE BONDS TO THE PURCHASER; PROVIDING FOR THE DISPOSITION OF THE BOND PROCEEDS AND ORDERING THE ORDINANCE PUBLISHED IN PAMPHLET FORM.
Said ordinance was published in pamphlet form and copies thereof are available at the office of the City Clerk.
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk


Published June 19, 2019
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Neligh City Council Proceedings
The Mayor and City Council of the City of Neligh met in regular session at the City Council Chambers on June 11, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. as published. Also in attendance were City Attorney Jim McNally, City Supt. Dean Bly, Generation Supervisor Josh Capler, Economic Development Director Lauren Sheridan-Simonsen, City Clerk Danielle Klabenes, Librarian Jennifer Norton, News Reporters Angie Hupp and Carrie Pitzer, Jay Spearman, Mike Thomsen, Dylan Mack and Chris Mack. The following agenda items were approved:
●Approved May 14 th regular meeting minutes and May treasurer’s report.
●Approved Resolution 2019-7 calling bond anticipation notes of $125,000 for alley improvement district 2018-1 for ESU #8 alley.
●Approved selection of the 8-year bond payment schedule ending at 2.3% interest with an average interest cost of 2.144%.
●Adopted Ordinance 617 issuing paving bonds of alley improvement project 2018-1 for $125,000.
●Approved to close the sidewalks and parking stalls on the north and east side of Pinnacle Bank and close the alley during the re-construction phase.
●Approved the semi-annual library report as presented.
●Approved a special designated liquor license for the Clearwater American Legion 267 for an August 17th wedding reception and the Neligh American Legion 172 for a July 13th wedding reception both at the Antelope County Fair building.
●Approved a street closure from 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 A.M. on July 4th for the Neligh Young Men’s Club from Highway 14 to P Street on Wylie Drive for a fireworks show.
●Approved an increase in the life insurance benefits to $15,000 for the fire department with a $2,876.40 premium per year.
●Approved appointments: Garret Jacobsen and Kristen Strom - LB840 Citizens Advisory Review Committee 4-year term; Joe Knight and Brendee Reinke - LB840 Loan Committee 4-year term; Tyler Pedersen to fill an expired term on the Economic Development Board to October 2019; Doug Dennis, Jack Green and Ron Gilg - Board of Adjustment 3-year term; Don Zegers and Rich Burgess - Planning Commission 3-year term; and Laurel Miller - Library Board 4-year term.
●Approved and designated the 4th of July as Neligh’s Community Day Bonus during the Old Mill Days celebration.
●Resolution 2019-8 approving the amended 2018-2019 Schedule of Fees.
●Adopted Ordinance 618 establishing a historic preservation board.
●Authorized the City Supt. to have the trees removed for $2,000 by Klabenes Construction at the Old Mill Bridge.
●Approved the One-and-Ten year water study as presented.
●Authorized purchase of water meters estimated at $10,000 from the water fund.
●Approved Knife River asphalt application of option two at $185,595.20 on Wylie Drive.
●Accepted the bid of $520 from Curt Madsen for the 1990 Ford F150 pickup.
●Economic Director, Police, Electric reports
●Approved drawdown #26 for project funds of $4,000.00 for completed projects to Snider Funeral Home and drawdown #27 for general administration of $510.00 to Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District.
●Bills as presented.
Discussion was held with no action taken on the following items:
●Alley vacation in Block 99
●Haunted Trail for NYMC at Russell Park
●Tree Board member to fill the board
●Sewer invoice for 6 th and G Street
Entered executive session for the protection of the public interest to discuss contract negotiations on the nursing home. Time: 9:13 P.M. The council reconvened into regular session at 9:38 P.M. No action was taken.
Meeting adjourned at 9:39 P.M
/s Joe Hartz, Mayor
Attest:
Danielle Klabenes, City Clerk
A complete copy of the minutes is available for inspection at the office of the City Clerk during normal working hours.


Published June 19, 2019
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​NOTICE OF MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the regular meeting of the Neligh City Council will be held Tuesday,
June 11, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Neligh City Council Chambers. An agenda kept continuously current is
available for inspection at the office of the city clerk.

City of Neligh
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk

Publish June 5, 2019

NELIGH CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Neligh City Council Chambers

A copy of the Open Meetings Law is posted on the east wall for the public. The Public has the right to public
participation.

NELIGH CITY COUNCIL
7:00 1 The Mayor will declare the meeting open.
7:01 2. The City Clerk will call roll.
7:02 3. The May 2019 regular meeting minutes will be presented for consideration.
7:03 4. The treasurer’s report for May 2019 will be presented.
7:05 5. The Librarian will present the semi-annual library report for consideration and possible action.
7:10 6. Consideration and possible action to vacate alley lying in Block 99 for construction of new commercial
building will be held.
7:25 7. Consideration and possible action for special designated liquor licenses will be held for:
a) Clearwater American Legion 267 for August 17 th wedding reception at the Antelope County Ag Building
7:45 8. Consideration and possible action for Neligh Young Men’s Club will be held for:
a) Request for street closure on July 4 th from Highway 14 to P Street on Wylie Drive for fireworks.
b) Request for haunted trail in Tree Dump for October event.
8:00 9. Appointments will be held for
a) Tree Board – 1 members – 3 year term
b) LB840 CARC – 2 members – 4 year term
c) LB840 Loan Committee – 2 members – 4 year term
d) Economic Development Board – 1 member-fill unexpired term to Oct 2019
e) Board of Adjustment – 3 members – 3 year term
f) Planning Commission - 2 members – 3 year term
g) Library Board – 1 member - 4 year term
8:05 10. Consideration and possible action for a Keno Community Day Bonus for the annual Old Mill Days will be presented.
8:10 11. The Economic Development report will be presented.
a) Consideration and possible action for Downtown Revitalization applications will be held.
b) Discussion and possible action for Certified Local Government will be held. Ordinance No. 617 may be
presented for consideration and possible action.
8:25 12. The May Police Report will be heard.
8:35 13. The City Supt.’s report will be presented.
a) Consideration and possible action for tree removal at Old Mill Bridge will be held.
b) Consideration and possible action for One and Ten year Water Study will be held.
c) Discussion and possible action for water meter purchase and interfund loan from Electric will be held.
8:50 14. Electric operations report will be heard.
9:00 15. Discussion and possible action for nursing home services will be held.
9:10 16. Bills will be presented for approval.
a) Consideration and possible action for Drawdown #26 for project funds of $4,000 for completed projects and Drawdown #27 for general administration of $510 to Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District will be held.
9:15 17. The Mayor will call for adjournment.
“THE COUNCIL WILL REVIEW THE ABOVE MATTERS AND TAKE SUCH ACTION AS THEY DEEM APPROPRIATE. THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION”

ORDINANCE NO. 616
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NELIGH, ANTELOPE COUNTY, NEBRASKA, ADOPTING FENCE REGULATIONS; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THE REGULATIONS; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NELIGH, NEBRASKA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That the following fence regulations be and hereby are adopted and shall be incorporated as Article 5 of Chapter 8 of the municipal code:
SECTION 8-501: DEFINITIONS
“Fence” shall mean a fence or similar structure serving as an enclosure, barrier or boundary.
“Open fence” shall mean a fence, including gates, which has, for each one foot wide segment extending over the entire length and height of the fence, 50% or more of the surface area in open spaces which afford a direct view through the fence.
“Solid fence” shall mean a fence, including gates, which has more than 50% of the surface area closed.
“Front yard” shall mean that portion of the property that is adjacent to a street.
“Back yard” shall mean that portion of the property that is on the opposite end of the front yard.
“Side yard” shall mean that portion of the property that is between the front and back yards.
“Corner Lot” shall mean a lot with two street frontages with the front of the house facing one street and the side of the house adjoining the other street.
SECTION 8-502: PERMIT REQUIRED
No fence shall be erected, constructed or maintained within the city limits or zoning jurisdiction of the City unless a building permit therefor is applied for, approved and issued by the city clerk, and unless such fence is erected, constructed and maintained in conformance with the requirements of this article.
SECTION 8-503: APPLICATION PROCEDURE; FEE
A. Written application for a fence permit shall be made upon a form prescribed by the city clerk, shall be signed by the property owner or his/her duly authorized agent or attorney, and shall be accompanied by a fee in the amount set by the City Council by resolution and on file with the City Clerk for inspection by the public during normal business hours.
B. Each application shall designate the address to which notices shall be sent and shall be accompanied by a building plan showing the location of iron pins or other property markers denoting the lot lines.
C. The application shall be accompanied by structural drawings showing the location of the fence on the applicant’s property, the height and type of fence, and specification of materials to be used for its construction.
D. The City Clerk shall submit such application to the Electrical Superintendent and for their review and recommendations. Any permit issued shall conform to such recommendations. In addition, the applicant shall verify that they have contacted diggers hotline and that the utility lines have been marked prior to construction.
E. Two property owners desiring to build one fence on the common lot line of adjacent side yards or back yards may file one application jointly signed by them as applicants.
SECTION 8-504: APPROVAL OF APPLICATION; TIME LIMIT
The city clerk is authorized to approve all applications for fence permits which conform to the provisions of this article and to issue permits for the erection and construction thereof. All permits issued hereunder shall be valid for a period of six months from date of issuance; if the fence authorized is not fully erected and constructed within said period, the permit shall be null and void and a new permit must be issued before construction can begin.
SECTION 8-505: LOCATION AND PLACEMENT RESTRICTED
Except as may be otherwise specifically provided in this article, no fence shall be erected, constructed or maintained on any lot or tract of land outside the surveyed lot lines of the property to which it belongs. No fence shall be constructed which would cause a water or snow problem to an adjacent property. Any fence constructed must be at least 10 feet from such adjacent residence.
SECTION 8-506: CREATION OR MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC HAZARDS PROHIBITED
A. No fence shall be erected, constructed or maintained in such a manner as to obstruct the view of drivers of vehicles approaching street intersections or which otherwise creates a traffic safety hazard.
B. Any fence constructed within the front yard of a residential lot may be an open or closed fence not more than 4 feet above the ground and conform to the corner triangle diagram attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.
Front yard setback shall be one feet inside of existing sidewalks. Where no sidewalk exists then the setback will be at least 4 feet from the property line.
Rear yard setback must be 1 feet from property line.
Side yard setback must be 1 feet from property line.
All front yard fences shall not exceed 4 feet in height.
C. No foliage or shrubbery exceeding 3 ft. in height shall be planted or maintained in such areas which will obstruct the view of drivers approaching the street intersection,
SECTION 8-507: HEIGHT AND MATERIALS PERMITTED; SPECIAL USE PERMIT
A. Fences shall (1) be constructed of commonly accepted material for residential fences such as wood, plastic, vinyl, PVC/resin, concrete, stone, masonry, wrought iron, or chain link; (2) be structurally sound; and (3) have a neat, professional and finished appearance.
B. Closed fencing to provide for privacy may be constructed to a height not exceeding 8 feet above the ground and provided that no part thereof is situated within the front yard. See fence diagram attached hereto and made a part hereof. Only side and rear yards can be 8 foot fence height.
C. Any person desiring a variance from the height and material requirements of this section shall be required to apply for a special use permit to the City Council.
SECTION 8-508: CERTAIN MATERIALS AND FENCES PROHIBITED; SPECIAL USE PERMIT
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct or maintain any barbed wire fence except for perimeter security fencing of buildings constructed in industrial districts (the plans and specifications for which require city approval before commencement of construction), and for farm fencing constructed for agricultural purposes in agricultural districts.
B. Except as otherwise provided herein, it shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct or maintain any fence with a barbed selvage at its top.
C. No electric fence shall be erected, constructed or maintained within the City or within its zoning jurisdiction except in the Agricultural Zone for agricultural purposes.
D. No fence shall be constructed of material not commonly used for residential fences, such as non-treated or natural wood products, fiberglass, barbed wire, wooden pallets, chicken wire or corrugated metals.
E. Any person desiring a variance from the prohibition against use of certain materials and types of fences may apply for a special use permit to the City Council.
SECTION 8-509: MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
All fences existing at the adoption of this article and all fences hereafter erected or constructed shall be maintained in good repair. If a fence is not maintained in good repair, it shall be deemed a nuisance and shall be subject to the procedures and penalties prescribed in the nuisance ordinances of the City.
SECTION 8-510: FINISHED SIDE FACING OUTSIDE OF PROPERTY
The finished side of the fence must face to the outside of the property.
Visible supports and other structural components shall face in toward the subject property.
SECTION 8-511: FENCES IN EXISTENCE AT DATE OF ADOPTION HEREOF
Any existing fence constructed pursuant to a permit issued by the City in conformity with the ordinances in force and effect, which fence is in place as of the date of adoption of this article, may remain without change in accordance with this section, notwithstanding the same may be in conflict or violation with one or more provisions of this or prior ordinances; provided, however, replacement or change of any such existing fence or addition of new fence must meet all requirements of this article.
SECTION 8-512: All property owners with an existing fence not complying with this Ordinance may be required to provide fence gates to provide access to the property for utility maintenance and repair.
SECTION 8-512: ENFORCEMENT
A. Any fence permit issued hereunder may be revoked or canceled by the city for reasons as follows:
1. Fraud, misrepresentation, concealment, error or material omission in the application for a fence permit or in the accompanying survey or related document.
2. The fence authorized by the permit as issued has not been or is not being erected or constructed in conformity with the provisions of the application, its related survey and other documents or is otherwise in violation of any part or section of this article.
B. Should it be determined that any person is replacing, changing or adding to any existing fence in place as of the date of adoption of this ordinance without having obtained a valid fence permit as herein provided, or that such existing fence poses a traffic safety hazard or is dangerous and prohibited under the provisions herein, the city clerk shall forthwith notify the Police Department of such violation. The Police Department shall personally deliver or leave a notice of violation at the residence of the offending party or owner, as the case may be. Upon receipt of such notice, the party violating the terms herein shall thereupon cause the offending fence to be removed or shall cease and desist from all further efforts in adding to, replacing or changing such fence until the same conforms to the requirements of this ordinance. Failure to remove such fence or to remedy the violation within 15 days of receipt of notice shall constitute a violation of this ordinance.
C. The city attorney is authorized and empowered to enforce any and all provisions of this article and to initiate or defend suits in courts of competent jurisdiction as may be required to enforce the provisions of this article.
SECTION 8-513: APPEALS
Any person aggrieved by any order or decision of the city clerk or other official of the City concerning the granting, issuance or denial, revocation or cancellation of a permit controlled by this article may appeal such decision to the City Council. Such appeal shall be governed by Sections 2-612 through 2-613 of the Neligh Municipal Code.
SECTION 2: Any person or other legal entity violating the terms of this ordinance shall be fined in a sum of not more than $500.00 and each days violation shall constitute a separate offense.
SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4: This ordinance shall become effective from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by Nebraska law.
Dated this 14th day of May, 2019.
CITY OF NELIGH, NEBRASKA
Council President
ATTEST:
City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I, Danielle Klabenes, clerk of the City of Neligh, Nebraska, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of Ordinance No. 616 of said city, passed by the City Council this 14th day of May, 2019.
City Clerk


Published May 22, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD BILLS, May 14, 2019-PAYROLL
AFLAC, 259.36; BCBS, 21,118.71; COLONIAL, 22.74; HERITAGE BANK, 916.48; IRS, 15,312.48; NDOR, 2,132.03; PINNACLE, 50,890.22; UNEMPLOYMENT, 697.95; UNION BANK, 8,773.79; UNUM LIFE INS, 142.42; VISION CARE DIRECT, 277.56


Published May 22, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD BILLS, MAY 14, 2018, GENERAL
A.C. HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 1,580.27; A.C.  TREASURER, 25.00; A.C. SHERIFF, 900.00; ADV CONSULTING, 1,000.00; AMAZON, 1,450.74; AMGL, 60.00; AMH, 550.00; APPLIED CONNECTIVE TECH, 81.17; ARNOLD POOL, 441.15; AURORA COOP, 80.00; BLACK HILLS ENERGY, 817.93; BLACKBURNS, 205.43; BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING, 202.42; BLY, D, 52.00; BOMGAARS, 565.89; BOYD’S, 295.05; CARHART LUMBER, 1,720.99; CARQUEST, 158.54; CASH, 138.61; CENTER POINT, 92.28; CLINE WILLIAMS WRIGHT, 756.00; CORE DEV, 200.00; CUB SCOUT PACK #167, 142.10; CUBBY’S, 430.52; CULLIGAN OF NORFOLK, 9.00; DEMCO, 86.73; DOLLAR GENERAL, 12.00; DUTTON LAINSON, 342.16; ED M. FELD, 285.00; ELKHORN R.P.P.D., 185.09; ELLIOTT EQUIPMENT, 186.52; EMC, 211.50; EMERY-PRATT, 435.33; FARMER’S PRIDE, 3,152.97; FLENNIKEN, D, 10.00; FLOOR MAINTENANCE, 201.95; FRONTIER, 389.96; FYR-TEK, 4,147.50; GILL HAULING, 2,348.78; GREAT PLAINS COMM, 70.95; GREEN LINE, 451.58; HARTZ, V, 50.00; HAWKINS, 2,228.50; HD SUPPLY, 1,489.96; IN THE SWIM, 2,673.89; JACK’S, 162.19; JDMZ, 3,456.25; JONNY DODGE, 157.50; L. P. GILL, 3,214.12; LB840, 4,340.46; LEAGUE OF NE MUN, 420.00; LICHTENBERG TIRE, 1,726.00; MCNALLY OPERATIONS, 46.16; MIDWEST LAB, 240.24; MUNICIPAL SUPPLY, 616.65; NDOR, 3,031.24; NE ECONOMIC DEVELOPERS, 150.00; NE PUBLIC  LAB, 48.00; NEBRASKALINK, 90.00; NELIGH AUTO, 1,077.97; NELIGH ELECTRIC, 6,144.89; NELIGH NEWS, 188.00; NETCOM, 353.00; NORTHEAST NEBR. EC DEV, 2,046.72; PARKS, S, 75.40; PAYROLL, 77,046.22; PITZER DIGITAL, 357.50; POLLOCK REDI-MIX, 142.50; QUALITY IRON, 256.00; REINKE’S FARM, 171.18; SANNE’S SERVICE, 2,736.61; SAUSER, V, 10.00; SHERIDAN-SIMONSEN, L, 33.06; ST FRANCIS CHURCH, 10.00; STEALTH BROADBAND, 195.82; SUNNY MEADOW, 25.00; TABBERT, M, 49.88; TELEBEEP, 42.78; THRIFTWAY, 151.04; TINSLEY GRAIN, 135.70; U.S. CELLULAR, 269.60; UNION BANK, 776.25; VISA, 1,135.86; WILKINSON, D, 74.82; WINSUPPLY, 112.25


Published May 22, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD BILLS, May 14, 2019, ELECTRIC
ADDISON, LARRY, 250.00; BLACKBURN MFG, 22.76; BOMGAARS, 117.59; CASH, 2.37; CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, 6,802.13; CITY OF NELIGH, 15,256.77; DUTTON LAINSON, 3,100.96; ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, 414.97; FARMER’S PRIDE, 204.65; HILLTOP DRUGS, 100.50; MARKET, LEO, 250.00; MCNALLY OPERATIONS, 143.64; MCNALLY, JOE, 585.89; MEAN, 105,823.16; NDOR, 9,094.35; NELIGH AUTO, 326.01; NELIGH ELECTRIC, 1,174.77; NETCOM, 146.98; NPPD, 23,787.78; PAYROLL, 20,890.86; PINNACLE, 250.00; PITZER DIGITAL, 11.86; SOUTHWEST POWER POOL, 16,023.73; STEALTH BROADBAND, 65.49; STELLING, T, 250.00; SVATOS, M, 172.56; SWYEAR, KASEY, 31.72; THRIFTWAY, 37.56; UNION BANK, 776.24; VISA, 110.00; WAPA, 2,676.24; WESCO, 878.63.


Published May 22, 2019
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CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD BILLS, 5/14/19, DAR PUBLIC TRANSIT
A.C. TRES, 15.00; CARQUEST, 89.09; CITY OF NELIGH, 15.00; ESSENTIAL RESOURCE, 29.00; FARMER’S PRIDE, 293.74; KLABENES, D, 32.97; LARM, 175.90; NE DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION, 2,251.00; NELIGH AUTO, 11.01; NELIGH ELECTRIC, 28.24; PAYROLL, 3,280.01; PITZER DIGITAL, 103.50; STEALTH BROADBAND, 20.66; VISA, 30.00.


Published May 22, 2019
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Neligh City Council Proceedings
The City Council of the City of Neligh met in regular session at the City Council Chambers on May 14, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. as published. Mayor Hartz was absent.
Also in attendance were City Attorney Jim McNally, City Supt. Dean Bly, Generation Supervisor Josh Capler, Economic Development Director Lauren Sheridan-Simonsen, Police Chief Michael Wright, City Clerk Danielle Klabenes, News Reporters Angie Hupp and Carrie Pitzer, Tom Nelsen, Don Zegers and Stephanie Stuhr.
The following agenda items were approved:
•Approved April 16th special and April 9th regular meeting minutes and April treasurer’s report.
•Approved three special designated liquor licenses for the American Legion for June 6 th with BRAN, the Tilden Legion for a June 15th reception at the Antelope County Fair Building, and Buff’s Dew Drop for a July 6 th event for Neligh Young Men’s Club.
•Approved the Citizens Advisory Review Committee’s report on the LB840 program.
•Approved a street closure on July 6th from the west side of the alley on 3rd Street to Main Street for the Neligh Young Men’s Club cornhole tournament.
•Approved a donation to the Neligh Young Men’s Club of $4,500 from the Electric fund for fireworks and a donation of $3,500 from the Lottery fund for replacing poles and flags.
•Approved Ordinance 616 adopting fence regulations.
•Approved the recommendation of the NDA for Lots 2 & 3 and Lots 17 & 18 to each have one lot in tax increment financing and one lot without tax increment financing.
•Approved the recommendation of the Park Board to hire Trevor Wright as a summer park employee at $9.50 an hour.
•Approved the agreement with Ripple Glass for glass recycling with the City of Neligh.
•Approved to sell the 1990 F150 pickup and 2005 John Deere mower on surplus property and put up for bids on the Antelope County Exchange.
•Economic Director, Police, Electric reports
•Approved drawdown #25 for project funds of $3,764.04 for completed projects to the Antelope County One Room Schoolhouse and the Laundromat.
•Approved the final pay application with change order deduction to Elkhorn Paving for paving improvements at 7th and P Street for $57,944.20.
•Bills as presented.
Discussion was held with no action taken on the following items:
•Sale of city property south of water tower Entered executive session for the protection of the public interest to discuss contract negotiations on the nursing home. Time: 8:23 P.M. The council reconvened into regular session at 8:57 P.M. No action was taken.
Meeting adjourned at 8:58 P.M
/s Ted Hughes, Council President
Attest:
Danielle Klabenes, City Clerk
A complete copy of the minutes is available for inspection at the office of the City Clerk during normal working hours.


Published May 22, 2019
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DIAL-A-RIDE TRANSIT SUMMER HOURS
The City of Neligh Dial-A-Ride Public Transportation will begin its summer hours beginning Tuesday, May 28th . Hours will run Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon and 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. The service is open to the general public. For scheduling, call the City Office at 887-4225.


Published May 22, 2019
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE:
Citizens’ Advisory Review Committee Report
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at the hour of 7:00 P.M. to hear a semi-annual report on the LB840 program in Neligh, Nebraska. The meeting will be held at the Neligh City Council Chambers at 202 Main Street, Neligh, Nebraska. The public is encouraged and invited to attend such meeting and comment on such proposed project.
Dated this 6th day of May, 2019
Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk


Published May 8, 2019
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NELIGH CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Neligh City Council Chambers
A copy of the Open Meetings Law is posted on the east wall for the public. The Public has the right to public participation.

​NELIGH CITY COUNCIL
7:00 1 The Mayor will declare the meeting open.
7:01 2. The City Clerk will call roll.
7:02 3. The April 2019 special and regular meeting minutes will be presented for consideration.
7:03 4. The treasurer’s report for April 2019 will be presented.
7:05 5. Consideration and possible action for special designated liquor licenses will be held for:
a) American Legion Post 172 for June 6 th event with BRAN at the American Legion
b) Tilden Legion for June 15th reception at the Antelope County Ag building
7:10 6. Discussion and possible action for sale of city property located south of the city water tower will be held.
7:25 7. A public hearing will be held for the Citizens Advisory Review Committee to present a report on the LB840 program.
7:50 10. Appointments will be held for:
a) Tree Board – 1 members – 3 year term
b) LB840 CARC – 2 members – 4 year term
c) LB840 Loan Committee – 2 members – 4 year term
7:55 11. Ordinance No. 616 creating fence regulations will be held for consideration and possible action..
8:00 12. The Economic Development report will be presented.
a) Consideration and possible action for Downtown Revitalization applications will be held.
b) Discussion and possible action for Certified Local Government will be held. Ordinance No. 617 may be presented for consideration and possible action.
c) Discussion and possible action for NDA recommendation for Countryside Acres Second Addition lot purchases to be excluded from TIF will be held.
d) Consideration and possible action for matching funds from LB840 with Nebraska Community Foundation grant for summer internship will be held.
8:10 13. The April Police Report will be heard.
8:15 14. The City Supt.’s report will be presented.
a) Consideration and possible action for park employee application as recommended by the Park Board will be held.
b) Consideration and possible action for Ripple Glass agreement for glass recycling will be held.
c) Discussion and possible action for Riverside Park fence at the Grandstands will be held.
d) Consideration and possible action for surplus property of 1990 F150 Ford pickup and 2005 John Deere mower will be held.
e) Consideration and possible action for tree removal at Old Mill Bridge will be held.
f) Consideration and possible action for One and Ten year Water Study will be held.
8:35 15. Electric operations report will be heard.
8:45 16. Discussion and possible action for nursing home services will be held.
8:50 17. Bills will be presented for approval.
a) Consideration and possible action for Drawdown #25 for project funds of $3,456.25 for completed projects will be held.
b) Consideration and possible action for Pay Application #1 to Elkhorn Paving for paving improvements at 7th and P Street will be held.
8:55 18. The Mayor will call for adjournment.
“THE COUNCIL WILL REVIEW THE ABOVE MATTERS AND TAKE SUCH ACTION AS THEY DEEM APPROPRIATE. THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION”


Published May 8, 2019
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NOTICE OF MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the regular meeting of the Neligh City Council will be held Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Neligh City Council Chambers. An agenda kept continuously current is available for inspection at the office of the city clerk.
City of Neligh
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk


Published May 8, 2019
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Neligh City Council Special Meeting Proceedings
The Neligh City Council met for a special meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. at the Council Chambers pursuant to posted notice on April 12, 2019.
Present were Mayor Joe Hartz and Council Members Dale Wilkinson, Brent Pickrel, Leonard Miller and Ted Hughes. Also in attendance were City Attorney Jim McNally, City Clerk Danielle Klabenes, News Reporter Carrie Pitzer, Don Zegers, Ken & Linda Klaasmeyer and approximately 20 employees and staff from the Neligh Care & Rehab.
The following agenda items were discussed with the following action taken:
• Authorized Klaasmeyer and Associates to continue negotiations for the purchase of Neligh Care & Rehab at a price of $350,000.
Meeting adjourned, 7:46 P.M.
City of Neligh
/s/ Joe Hartz, Mayor
/s/ Danielle Klabenes
City Clerk
A complete copy of the minutes is available at the office of the city clerk during normal office hours.


Published April 24, 2019
ZNEZ

CON COUNCIL APPROVED PD BILLS-ELEC, PD APRIL 9, 2019
BOETTCHER, J, 89.19; BOMGAARS, 52.15; CARHART LUMBER, 60.43; CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, 5,900.68; CON, 19050.97; ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS, 45.00; ELLENWOOD, J, 149.19; FARMER’S PRIDE, 101.61; HALL, A, 23.84; KLABENES, D, 234.51; LICHTENBERG TIRE, 17.00; MEAN, 64,373.64; MORABITO, C, 92.75; NDOR, 10,183.31; NELIGH AUTO, 43.52; NELIGH ELECTRIC, 2,344.87; NMPP ENERGY, 2,093.61; NPPD, 11,893.89; ONE CALL CONCEPTS    , 5.20; PAYROLL, 22,222.52; SMITH, T, 75.64; SOUTHWEST POWER POOL, 16,034.02; STEALTH BROADBAND, 65.49; THRIFTWAY, 15.42; VISA, 532.44; WAPA, 3,308.73; WILKINSON, D, 183.55.


Published April 17, 2019
ZNEZ