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Chadron public meetings in 2021

34 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 20, 2021

City Council

Chadron City Council to vote on school zone speed limits and meeting schedules

The City Council will hold third and final readings for ordinances regarding school zone speed enforcement and changing the weekly meeting day from Tuesday to Monday. The agenda also includes recommendations for purchasing new vehicles and mowers, as well as approving an FAA airport rescue grant.

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Tue Dec 7, 2021

Public Library

Library board to review COVID-19 response, ARPA grants, and staff pay

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals of minutes, reports, and bills. The board will also discuss old business including the library's COVID-19 response, lawn management, capital expenditure projects, and an ARPA grants update, plus new business on holiday schedules, staff evaluations and compensation, and the director's evaluation.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves architect review for expansion priorities

The Chadron Public Library Board approved a motion to contact architect Dennis Humphrey to review previous drawings, incorporating survey priorities and NUMAD findings. They also approved October bills totaling $6,648.55, added a hand-railing in the Children's room, and approved the Thanksgiving closure schedule. The October minutes were tabled to the next meeting.

Mon Dec 6, 2021

City Council

Council to set school zone speed limits, approve airport and Chadron Ave projects

The Chadron City Council will consider several items, including ordinances and resolutions related to school zone speed limits and signage, and approve plans for the airport marking and Chadron Avenue projects. They will also handle routine consent agenda items and receive a housing study update.

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Mon Nov 15, 2021

City Council

Council to consider school zone speed limit change and vehicle purchases

The Chadron City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering minutes, reports, and claims. Notable items include first readings of ordinances to adjust school zone speed limit enforcement times and to move agenda meetings from Tuesday to Monday, plus resolutions to approve specifications for new city vehicles and equipment, an engineering proposal for the East Water Tank project, and a Brownfield assessment grant application.

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Tue Nov 9, 2021

Public Library

Chadron Library Board to discuss renovations and capital expenditures

The Board of Directors will review reports from the Renovation and Expansion Committee and the Library Foundation. The meeting includes discussions on capital expenditure projects, staff evaluations, and library COVID-19 response.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves $12,666 in bills, tables foundation proposal

The Chadron Public Library Board approved $12,666.32 in bills for September 2021, including year-end purchases, shelving, and tree removal. The board tabled a new fundraising proposal from the Library Foundation until a survey is completed. They also approved disposal of 2015-2018 library claims and discussed COVID-19 protocols, roof flashing repairs, and a lawn sprinkler quote. No votes were taken in executive session.

Mon Nov 1, 2021

City Council

Council to approve LIHWAP water assistance agreement with NE DHHS

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approving an agreement with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), as well as appointing Baker & Associates as a special engineer for water and wastewater projects. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week and routine items like minutes and claims. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed beyond these approvals.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021

City Council

Chadron council to approve street plan, seek USDA grants for vehicles

The Chadron City Council is meeting to approve the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan and several resolutions authorizing USDA Rural Development grant applications for new vehicles for Public Works, Parks, and Police. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the street plan, new employee introductions, and routine items like minutes, claims, and reports.

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Tue Oct 5, 2021

Public Library

Chadron Library Board to consider disposing 2015-2018 claims, COVID response

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve minutes, the librarian's report, statistics, and bills, and hear reports from the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and the Renovation and Expansion Committee. Old business includes the library's COVID-19 response, the Trading Stories Movie Festival, and roof flashing repairs. New business includes disposal of library claims from 2015 to 2018 and an Innovation Studios Conference.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves July/August bills and consent agenda

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors met on September 7, 2021, and approved the consent agenda (including July minutes, librarian reports, and statistics) and the bills for July ($4,499.54) and August ($7,271.30). The board also discussed the Friends' upcoming fundraiser, a potential ARPA grant for the Maker Space, and roof flashing repairs, but took no formal action on these items. The meeting ended with an executive session on staff matters.

Mon Oct 4, 2021

City Council

Chadron City Council to consider sidewalk repairs, software upgrade, parade permit

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including requiring sidewalk repairs at two Ann Street properties, approving a software upgrade for the police department, and allowing a temporary road closure for a firefighter parade. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, special designated licenses, and claims approval.

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Mon Sep 20, 2021

City Council

Council to consider final plat, FAA agreement, bus purchase, recycling center

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and requests, including approving a final plat for a subdivision, an FAA agreement for navigational aids, a bus purchase agreement, and a request for a reduced rate at the aquatics center. They will also discuss establishing a comprehensive recycling center and receive updates from the NNDC and utilities superintendent. The agenda includes routine consent items and a city manager report.

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Tue Sep 7, 2021

City Council

Council to set final tax levy and adopt FY2021-22 budget

The Chadron City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the final tax levy and property tax request for FY2021-22, along with adopting the annual budget and appropriations ordinances. They will also consider several resolutions, including an interlocal agreement for the 911 center, liquor license approvals, and a bid for a police software system.

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Tue Sep 7, 2021

Public Library

Chadron Library Board to review budget, COVID-19 response, roof repairs

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering consent agenda items like minutes and reports, bill approvals, and committee updates. Old business includes the library's COVID-19 response, the fiscal year budgets, and the Trading Stories Movie Festival. New business items include roof flashing repairs, ARPA funding, lawn care, and the NLA Annual Conference. The meeting is open to the public with an opportunity for public comment.

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Mon Aug 16, 2021

City Council

Chadron City Council reviews 2021-2022 salary, fees, and appropriations

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding trail grant sponsorship and a new salary scale. The meeting also includes second readings for the annual fee and appropriations ordinances.

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Tue Aug 3, 2021

Public Library

Chadron Library Board to review budget, roof repairs, ARPA funds

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will consider routine items like minutes, the librarian's report, and bills, and will hear reports from the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and the Renovation and Expansion Committee. Under old business, they will discuss the library's COVID-19 response, Fur Trade Days activities, the fiscal year 2020/2021 and 2021/2022 budget, the Trading Stories Movie Festival, and a request from the Dawes County Travel Board. New business includes roof flashing repairs, ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds, and lawn care.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves $4,194.21 in June bills

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors approved the consent agenda, including the May and June 2021 minutes, the June librarian report, and June statistics. They also approved bills totaling $4,194.21. The board discussed the library construction cost increase from $6 million to $12 million, with a presentation from NUMAD expected on July 15, 2021. No public members were present, and no substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and discussions.

Mon Aug 2, 2021

City Council

Chadron City Council to consider meat processing zoning, airport fence, fees, insurance

The Chadron City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including allowing custom meat processing in agricultural districts, approving an airport wildlife fence design contract, adopting the FY 2021-2022 fee and appropriations ordinances, and renewing city insurance. The agenda also includes introducing new city employees and discussing how to spend federal ARPA funds.

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Mon Jul 19, 2021

City Council

Council considers housing funds and meat processing zoning changes

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding economic development funds for new house construction and a request to allow custom meat processing in agricultural districts. The agenda also includes a resolution for a public right-of-way permit for a fence at 401 Henkens Drive.

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Tue Jul 6, 2021

City Council

Chadron City Council to vote on police software, street sweeper lease, ARPA funds

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda and several resolutions, including approving a request for proposals for a police software system, a lease-purchase for a new street sweeper, and an ARPA grant application for airport costs. The meeting also includes introducing a new police officer and handling routine items like claims and minutes.

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Tue Jul 6, 2021

Public Library

Chadron library board to review budget, COVID response, and renovation report

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular July meeting to approve routine items like May minutes and bills, and to hear reports from the Friends group, Foundation, and the Renovation and Expansion Committee. Old business includes the library's COVID-19 response, board recertification, Fur Trade Days activities, the 2021/2022 budget, and the Trading Stories Movie Festival, while new business covers state library aid and a request from the Dawes County Travel Board.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves $4,476.84 in bills, including security gate

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors approved May 2021 bills totaling $4,476.84, which included a security gate for priceless books and software to manage computer usage. The board also approved the librarian report and statistics, and discussed the library expansion fundraising process with NUMAD Group. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

Mon Jun 21, 2021

City Council

Chadron council to vote on workforce housing plan, airport agreements

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider a workforce housing plan under LB 840, a zoning change for manufactured homes in the two-mile zone, and multiple airport-related agreements with Southern Airways. The agenda also includes funding approvals for public transit software, an FAA grant, and ARPA application authorization.

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Mon Jun 7, 2021

City Council

Council to consider LB 840 funds for fairgrounds and holiday decorations

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and motions, including applications for LB 840 community development funds for the Dawes County Ag Society (fire wall, electrical work, ADA restrooms at the fairgrounds) and Chadron Centennial, Inc. (holiday decorations for Highway 20/Third Street light poles). They will also vote on requests for a cemetery walking tour, a fireworks permit, a parade route, a special designated liquor license, and a progress payment for the water plant addition. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, claims, and reports.

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Mon May 17, 2021

City Council

Council to approve city manager contract, BID levy, USDA grants

The Chadron City Council will consider a consent agenda, approve a new city manager contract, hold a public hearing and levy the Business Improvement District assessment, and discuss the preliminary FY 2021-2022 budget. It will also vote on several USDA Rural Development grant agreements for equipment and a water plant generator, plus special liquor licenses and a historic marker placement.

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Tue May 4, 2021

Public Library

Library board to review renovation, COVID response, summer reading program

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, committee reports, and updates on ongoing projects. The board will consider the April minutes, librarian report, statistics, and bills, and hear reports from the Friends of the Library, Foundation, and Renovation and Expansion Committee. Old business includes COVID-19 response, inventory, personnel hiring, and computer management updates, while new business covers the 2021 Summer Reading Program.

✓ Decided: Library board approves April bills, keeps COVID-19 restrictions

The Chadron Public Library Board approved the consent agenda and April bills totaling $4,587.92, including an $800 elevator recertification. The board decided to keep current COVID-19 restrictions due to the area's yellow zone status. They also discussed the upcoming summer reading program and ongoing renovation fundraising efforts.

Mon May 3, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning 318 Chadron Ave to commercial

The Chadron City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 318 Chadron Avenue from residential to commercial, and will also consider amending the LB 840 Economic Development Plan to include workforce housing. The agenda includes several proclamations, a police department annual report, and a resolution to designate electric vehicle parking stalls.

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Mon Apr 19, 2021

City Council

Council to approve FY2019-20 audit, transit bus, airport fence projects

The Chadron City Council will consider a consent agenda and several resolutions, including accepting the 2019-2020 fiscal year audit, approving federal funding applications for a new ADA bus and airport wildlife fence, and granting special designated licenses for outdoor alcohol events. The council will also hear reports from the NNDC and interim city manager, and make appointments to city boards.

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Tue Apr 6, 2021

Public Library

Chadron Library Board to review renovation, COVID response, insurance renewal

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering routine consent items, bills approval, and reports from affiliated groups. The board will also discuss the library's COVID-19 response, potential future capital projects, maintenance of effort, and new business including insurance renewal and hiring seasonal part-time staff.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves selling discarded books for $1 each to fund Friends group

The Chadron Public Library Board approved selling discarded books to patrons for $1 each, with proceeds going to the Friends of the Library. They also approved a $4,183.49 bill payment, a memorial table project, and agreed to drop the Flipster database. A waiver request for library accreditation was discussed due to budget decreases.

Mon Mar 15, 2021

City Council

Council to award bid for water plant emergency generator addition

The Chadron City Council will consider several resolutions, including awarding a bid for a building addition to house an emergency generator at the water plant, approving an engineering agreement for a risk and resiliency assessment, and adopting an Emerald Ash Borer plan. They will also introduce a new police officer, approve special designated liquor licenses for two events, and handle routine items like claims and reports.

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Tue Mar 2, 2021

Public Library

Chadron Library Board to review renovation, COVID response, and database purchases

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, reports from affiliated groups, and discussions on ongoing operations. Key items include the renovation and expansion committee report, the library's COVID-19 response, and potential future capital projects. The board will also consider new business such as the annual statistical report, inventory, disposal of discarded books, and database purchases.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves extended hours with Saturday service

The Chadron Public Library Board approved a new schedule extending opening times to one hour with 15-minute cleaning intervals, including four hours on Saturdays, contingent on COVID-19 receding. The board also approved the January bills ($6,822.18), the consent agenda, and the new officer roster. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

Mon Mar 1, 2021

City Council

Council to consider airport engineering firm, festival liquor license, utility lien

The Chadron City Council will vote on several resolutions, including selecting an engineering firm for airport projects, approving a special liquor license for a vineyard festival, and placing a lien for unpaid utility charges. They will also hear reports from the fire department and interim city manager.

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Tue Feb 23, 2021

City Council

Chadron City Council plans water/wastewater projects and 2021-22 budget

The Chadron City Council is holding a special meeting to plan future water and wastewater projects and discuss the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget. The budget discussion includes staff pay and benefits, fire department equipment, and creating a temporary Assistant City Clerk position. The council will also give direction on USDA grants, aquatic center bond refinancing, and city reserve goals.

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Mon Feb 15, 2021

City Council

Council to consider $2.455M refunding bonds and $2.825M bond redemption

The Chadron City Council will consider several financial actions, including issuing $2.455 million in general obligation refunding bonds and redeeming $2.825 million in storm water sewer district bonds. The agenda also includes liquor license approval, grant applications, a wastewater pump purchase, and updates on the library renovation and city manager search.

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Tue Feb 2, 2021

Public Library

Chadron Library Board to discuss COVID-19 response and capital projects

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, committee reports, and old business including the library's COVID-19 response and board reorganization. New business includes a winter reading program for adults, introducing a new board member, recognizing past volunteers, and discussing possible future capital projects. The meeting is open to the public with an opportunity for public comment.

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Mon Jan 18, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on $3.7M aquatic center bond redemption and refunding

The Chadron City Council will consider resolutions and an ordinance to redeem $3.7 million in outstanding aquatic center bonds and issue $3.215 million in refunding bonds. The council will also vote on sidewalk repair orders, grant applications for a fire department rescue truck and a water department generator, and an RFQ for airport development. Other items include the State of the City address, a report from the Northwest Nebraska Development Corporation, and approval of the city manager job description.

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Tue Jan 5, 2021

Public Library

Library Board to review renovation, COVID-19 response, re-accreditation

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering routine consent items, bills, and reports from committees and affiliated groups. The board will also discuss old business including the library's COVID-19 response, technology plan, and Hoopla service, plus new business on re-accreditation and board reorganization.

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Mon Jan 4, 2021

City Council

Council to hire interim city manager, buy generator, start search

The Chadron City Council is meeting to approve several administrative items, including a contract for Milo Rust as interim city manager, a process for conducting a permanent city manager search, and a purchase of a 150kW natural gas generator for the Water Department. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and bank depositories for 2021.

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