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Bellevue public meetings in 2024

44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $917,949 TIF redevelopment deal for 909 Fort Crook Road

The City Council will vote on an amended redevelopment agreement allowing up to $917,949 in tax-increment financing for Marathon Equity’s project at 909 Fort Crook Road. They will also hold public hearings on a vacant-property registration ordinance and a rezoning for single-family homes at 10711 Old 36th Street. Other business includes a $250,000 grant application for an Active Mobility Plan and multiple infrastructure contracts.

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Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Council

Bellevue City Council to consider vacant property registration, rezoning, and contract awards

This is an organizational meeting where newly elected council members will be sworn in and a council president elected. The Council will also hold a public hearing on a proposed vacant property registration ordinance (second reading) and introduce a rezoning for single-family development. Other business includes liquor license additions, approval of final payments for construction projects, and new contracts for infrastructure work.

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Tue Dec 3, 2024

Board of Equalization

Public hearing and resolution to levy liens for unpaid property cleanup costs

The Bellevue Board of Equalization will hold a public hearing to consider levying liens on properties for unpaid costs associated with mowing, trash removal, demolition, and general cleanup within the city and its extra-territorial jurisdiction. Following the hearing, the board will vote on Resolution No. 2024-1203-01 to formalize those liens. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and adjournment.

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Thu Nov 21, 2024

Planning Commission

Public hearing on rezoning and subdivision at 10711 Old 36th St

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone Lots 1 and 2 of Perez Addition Replat Two for single-family residential development, along with a small subdivision plat. The commission will also vote on approving the 2025 Planning Commission Uniform Review Schedule. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and other procedural items.

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Wed Nov 20, 2024

Library Advisory Board

Bellevue Library board to consider unattended child, conduct, public comment policies

The Bellevue Public Library Advisory Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive the director's report on October statistics and activities. The board will then consider three new policies: an Unattended Child Policy, a Code of Conduct Policy, and a Public Comment Policy. An update on the renovation project and reports from the Foundation and Friends will also be presented.

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Wed Nov 20, 2024

Board of Adjustment

Variance request for front yard setback at 101 Caldor Drive

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to reduce the minimum 35-foot front yard setback to 9 feet for a covered porch at 101 Caldor Drive (Lot 13, Hillcrest Addition). The board will also consider approving the 2025 Uniform Review Schedule, reappointments, and election of officers.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $1.1M TIF agreement for Lincoln Road redevelopment

The City Council will consider several rezonings, including one for a food bank and school facilities, and a vacant property registration ordinance. A $1.1 million tax-increment financing agreement for a redevelopment project at 2302 Lincoln Road is up for approval. The council also will hold show-cause hearings on proposed condemnations at two properties and vote on contracts for a pickleball court design and a cable TV system upgrade.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024

City Council

Public hearing on concrete crushing plant permit at S 13th and Capehart

The Bellevue City Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a permanent concrete crushing, storage, and batch plant at S 13th St. and Capehart Road. They will also conduct second readings on two rezonings: one at 909 Fort Crook Road North and another at 1003 Lincoln Road for a food bank and school facilities. Several contracts and grants are up for approval, including a $500,000 CDBG-DR grant for housing resilience planning and a $134,620 amendment for the Cedar Bluffs Lift Station Replacement Project.

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Thu Oct 24, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider adoption of 2024 comprehensive and transportation plan

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the request to approve the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update and Long-Range Transportation Plan, titled 'Our Future View'. The plan, developed with community input, is recommended for approval by the planning department. The commission will also handle consent agenda items, discuss procedural matters, and elect officers.

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Wed Oct 16, 2024

Library Advisory Board

Bellevue Library Advisory Board to review summer programs and building project

The board will review reports on the 2024 summer library programs for children and young adults. Members will discuss the fiscal year 2024-2025 holiday schedule and receive an update on the building project.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $2.28M playground, police equipment purchases, and multiple rezoning requests

The council will hold public hearings on rezonings for commercial development and a food bank/school, and conditional use permits for a concrete crushing plant, assisted living facility, and a drive-thru restaurant. A $2.28 million playground at American Heroes Park is a new addition. The council will also vote on a $1.1 million TIF redevelopment agreement, $477,238 for a police command trailer, and major police equipment purchases including cruisers, body cams, and radios.

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Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Council

Council considers $706,674 park improvement expenditure for Lions Gate

The Bellevue City Council will discuss a resolution for park improvements in the Lions Gate subdivision. The body is also reviewing a compensation ordinance update and a right-of-way vacation for Thanksgiving Church.

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Thu Sep 26, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider concrete crushing plant at S. 13th and Capehart

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a conditional use permit for a concrete crushing, storage, and batch plant at S. 13th Street and Capehart Road. Other proposals include an amendment to a redevelopment plan, two rezoning requests (for an exercise center and a food bank with existing school facilities), a site plan for a drive-thru coffee restaurant and auto parts store, and a conditional use permit for an assisted living facility. The commission will decide on each after public comment.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

City Council

Council to adopt FY2024-2025 budget with $37.2M property tax request and CIP

The council will decide on the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget, including a $37.2 million property tax request, and approve the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. A third reading of Ordinance No. 4163 for annual appropriations and a resolution setting the property tax request are on the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of consent agenda, claims, and advisory committee reports.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Council

Bellevue City Council to hold special budget hearing

The City Council will review the proposed FY 2024-2025 Budget. The meeting includes a public hearing on the Annual Appropriations Bill and a resolution to set the 2024-2025 property tax request.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $198.5M budget, $388K loader, and $816K insurance

The Bellevue City Council will consider adopting the annual appropriations bill (Ordinance 4163) for fiscal year 2024-2025, with $198.5 million in expenditures, but action is postponed to a special meeting on September 24. The council also has a public hearing on the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, likewise postponed. Other business includes approval of several contracts: a John Deere loader and snowblower for $388,880, property insurance renewal for $815,980, and a lottery contract amendment extending to 2029. Consent items and a bond reimbursement resolution are also on the agenda.

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Tue Sep 3, 2024

City Council

Council to consider police union contracts, $228K engineering deal, and emergency roof replacement

The Bellevue City Council will consider police collective bargaining agreements, several infrastructure contracts, and an emergency roof replacement. The meeting includes a budget summary presentation, public hearings on annexation and the Capital Improvement Plan, and resolutions for a recreation grant and engineering services. Several items are postponed to September 17.

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Tue Sep 3, 2024

Board of Equalization

Board to levy liens for unpaid property cleanup costs

The Bellevue Board of Equalization will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to levy liens against 22 properties for non-payment of city-incurred costs for mowing, debris removal, and cleanup. The total amount sought is $8,050, with interest at 14% per annum if unpaid within 90 days.

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Thu Aug 22, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission hears CUP for permanent concrete crushing plant at S 13th and Capehart.

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a conditional use permit for a permanent concrete crushing, storage, and batch plant. The applicant is Crushin’-It, Inc., and the site is near S 13th St. and Capehart Rd. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items such as approval of minutes.

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Wed Aug 21, 2024

Library Advisory Board

Library Advisory Board to revise policies on internet use, holds, and search warrants

The Bellevue Public Library Advisory Board will consider revisions to several policies including Internet and Computer Use Policies, Holds Policies, and the Policy on Search Warrants and Subpoenas for Library User Information. The board will also receive a renovation project update and hear reports from the director, foundation, and friends. Public comments are welcome.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves policy revisions and reviews renovation updates

The Bellevue Public Library Advisory Board approved revisions to the Internet and Computer Use Policies, Holds Policies, and the Policy on Search Warrants and Subpoenas for Library User Information, all as written. The board also received updates on the library's upcoming closure and move to a new location, with the library closing August 30 and reopening October 7. No substantive decisions were made beyond the policy approvals and routine agenda/minutes approvals.

Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $60M water park bond extension, rezonings, and contracts

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a rezoning for multi-family housing, a major bond amendment for the proposed water park, and the annual budget. They will also consider multiple contracts for natural gas supply, storm sewer repair, and engineering services for the Bellevue Entertainment District.

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Tue Aug 6, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $4.5M contract for Bellevue City Water Park construction

The City Council will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests (one withdrawn), including proposals for multi-family residential development. The council will also vote on resolutions and current business items, notably a $4.5 million construction manager-at-risk contract for the Bellevue City Water Park, a $110,000 engineering agreement for the Fort Crook Road Bridge, and a settlement discussion regarding a former employee's claim.

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Thu Jul 25, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold public hearings on annexing Tax Lot 11C in Sarpy County and on approving the city's 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. Routine items include approving minutes from the June 27 meeting.

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Wed Jul 17, 2024

Library Advisory Board

Library board to review collection policy and renovation update

The Bellevue Public Library Advisory Board will review the Collection Development Policy and receive an update on the library renovation project. The board will also nominate and elect officers for president and vice-president. Director's reports include monthly statistics and general activities.

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Tue Jul 16, 2024

City Council

Council to consider four rezonings for single- and multi-family housing

The Bellevue City Council will consider four ordinances for first reading to rezone properties for residential development, including single-family and multi-family projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on a McDonald's site plan and the large Cornhusker Creek subdivision plat. Other business includes approval of contracts for sewer rehabilitation, a school resource officer MOU amendment, and a CDBG agreement. Note: the Franklin Flats TIF redevelopment item has been removed from the agenda.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

City Council

Bellevue City Council considers $147,620 Baldwin Fields fence replacement project.

The City Council will consider several contracts, including a study for the 36th Street Corridor and a fence replacement at Baldwin Fields. The agenda also includes authorizing participation in an opioid settlement agreement.

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Thu Jun 27, 2024

Planning Commission

Bellevue Planning Commission reviews rezoning and development requests

The commission will consider several rezoning requests for residential and multi-family developments. The meeting also includes a site plan review for a new McDonald's restaurant and an update on the Comprehensive Plan.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

Board of Equalization

Bellevue Board of Equalization considers liens for unpaid cleanup costs

The Board is holding a public hearing to consider placing liens on properties for unpaid city services, including mowing and debris removal. No written objections to these assessments were received.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

City Council

Bellevue City Council reviews wastewater evaluation and indoor waterpark contracts

The council will consider engineering agreements for a wastewater evaluation and the Bellevue Indoor Waterpark. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a property condemnation on South 50th Street. The agenda also includes several commission appointment recommendations.

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Tue Jun 4, 2024

City Council

Bellevue Council considers $8.7 million construction project bid acceptance

The City Council will review a resolution for an $8,791,807.74 construction project involving Vrana and Sons Construction. The agenda also includes updates to the Master Fee Schedule and compensation ordinances. Several infrastructure and service contracts are up for approval.

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Thu May 23, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning for multi-family housing

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a final plat for the Cornhusker Creek development, a lot line adjustment and subdivision plat on Waldruh Drive, and a rezoning request by the Bellevue Housing Authority to allow multi-family residential development at 8301 S 9th Street. The commission will also approve minutes and accept staff reports.

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Tue May 21, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on water park design, rezonings, and multiple contracts

The Bellevue City Council is meeting to consider several significant items, including rezoning for a mixed-use development, a water park design contract, and multiple public works agreements. The agenda includes public hearings on a redevelopment plan and a compensation ordinance update, as well as approvals for various contracts and purchases.

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on sewer rate hikes, park restrooms, and rezonings

The Bellevue City Council is meeting to consider several items, including adopting a revised sewer user rate and connection fee schedule for the Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency, which includes a 25% connection fee increase for FY2024-2025 and 5% annual increases thereafter. The council will also hold public hearings on four zoning ordinances, including a rezoning for a mixed-use development at 2202 Pleasantview Lane and amendments regarding parking, billboards, and recreational vehicle parking. Additionally, they will vote on contracts for park restroom projects and concrete work, and consider a compensation ordinance update.

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Thu Apr 25, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Franklin Flats redevelopment plan

The Bellevue Planning Commission is meeting to consider a redevelopment plan for Lot 2, Bellevue Replat Three, submitted by Franklin Flats, LLC, for the property at 2009 Franklin St. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and acceptance of staff reports. This is a public hearing where the commission will decide on the redevelopment request.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $5.95M land purchase at Highways 75/34

The Bellevue City Council will consider approving a $5.95 million real estate purchase for land at the southeast corner of Highways 75 and 34, along with several rezonings, contract approvals, and library purchases. The agenda also includes a proclamation, an audit presentation, and multiple routine consent items.

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Tue Apr 2, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on final approval of Cornhusker Creek rezoning and preliminary plat

The Bellevue City Council will hold its third and final reading of Ordinance 4151, which would rezone the Cornhusker Creek development site for residential and commercial use and approve its preliminary plat. The council will also hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to amend truck parking regulations, and consider several public works contracts and a liquor license for the Bellevue Rocks Riverfront Festival.

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Thu Mar 28, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Cardinal Commons II affordable senior housing plan

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a redevelopment plan for 13 duplexes of affordable senior housing at Cardinal Commons II, a zoning change for a mixed-use development, and two zoning ordinance amendments. The commission will also receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes consent items and multiple public hearings.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024

City Council

Council to consider rezoning 116 lots for Cornhusker Creek development

The Bellevue City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning and preliminary plat for the Cornhusker Creek development, which includes 116 residential lots and commercial areas. The council will also vote on several equipment purchases and contracts, including a new fire training tower paint job and a cemetery wall rebuild.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

Board of Equalization

Board to vote on placing cleanup liens on 11 Bellevue properties

The Bellevue Board of Equalization will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to place liens on 11 properties for unpaid costs of city-ordered mowing, debris removal, and demolition. The total amount to be levied is $19,295, with no written objections received. If approved, liens will accrue 14% annual interest and become delinquent if unpaid within 90 days.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Council

Council to consider rezoning Cornhusker Creek for mixed-use development

The Bellevue City Council will vote on rezoning the Cornhusker Creek property for mixed-use development, adopt minor zoning text amendments, and approve several public works contracts and purchases.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning for single-family homes at 10715 Old 36th Street

The Bellevue City Council will consider a rezoning and subdivision plat for two lots at 10715 Old 36th Street, allowing single-family residential development. The council will also vote on several contracts, including trail renovations, a police boat purchase, and a lease agreement, plus minor zoning text amendments. A closed session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $60M water park bond, sales tax ballot question

The Bellevue City Council will consider several major items, including ordinances to create a water extension district, issue bonds for a water main extension, and authorize up to $60 million in bonds for a new city water park. The council will also consider resolutions to approve agreements with American Resort Management for the water park and to place a half-percent sales tax increase on the May 2024 ballot. Other business includes rezoning, various contracts, and a lease for a police vehicle.

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Thu Jan 25, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning Cornhusker Creek for residential and commercial development

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: minor text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations to update staff titles, and a request to rezone the Cornhusker Creek property at the NW corner of South 36th Street and Cornhusker Road from RS-72 to several districts (RD-60-PS, RG-50-PS, RG-20-PS, MU, BG) for residential and commercial development, with site plan approval and preliminary plat approval. The commission will also approve minutes and accept staff reports.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on annexations, rezoning, and $1.1M in contracts

The Bellevue City Council will hold final readings on ordinances to rezone a property at 215 Bellevue Blvd. S. and annex multiple unincorporated parcels, plus introduce a rezoning for 10715 Old 36th Street. They will also consider a budget amendment for the Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency and approve several contracts, including a $666,187.82 wastewater CCTV van replacement and a $243,200 amendment for the Haworth Park wastewater system.

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