Chadron public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider a liquor license for a local restaurant, approve several construction payments, and hear updates from city departments. The agenda includes a public hearing and resolution for the liquor license, as well as progress payments for airport, water line, and tank projects. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes, reports, and employee recognition.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-146 for a Class C liquor license for 4 Hermanos, LLC dba Molcajetes Mexican Restaurant at 251 Main Street
• Resolution 2022-147 approving Progress Payment No. 3 for wildlife fence reconstruction at Chadron Municipal Airport
• Resolution 2022-148 approving Payment Application No. 2 for Fuller Construction for water line loop at Stockade Road
• Resolution 2022-149 approving Payment No. 1 for Wilkinson Industrial for East Tank Recoating Project
• Report on damage from November 7, 2022 wind storm

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular December 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 discussing food in the teen room and trash on the lawns, plus a quote for the front door renovation. New business is the annual statistical report.

• Approval of November 2022 bills
• Renovation and Expansion Committee report
• Library front door renovation quote
• Food in the teen room and trash on lawns discussion
• Annual statistical report

The Board approved October bills totaling $4,278.89 and authorized the disposal of items on the discard list. The Board also formally approved the Community Needs Response Plan and the Technology Plan. It was reported that the library achieved a Silver Certificate for reaccreditation.

• Approved October 2022 bills in the amount of $4,278.89 (5-0)
• Approved Community Needs Response Plan (5-0)
• Approved Technology Plan (5-0)
• Approved items on the discard list for city disposal (5-0)
• Approved October 2022 agenda, minutes, and statistics (5-0)

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold its final reading of an ordinance to create a Clean Energy Assessment District under the PACE Act, and will consider several resolutions including awarding bids for a new police vehicle and life insurance services, approving a lease with the U.S. General Services Administration, and a new agreement with the VA. The meeting also includes reorganization of the council following the November election, with oaths and election of officers.

• Ordinance No. 1431 to create a Clean Energy Assessment District (PACE) - third and final reading
• Resolution No. 2022-142 to award bid for a 2022-2023 police SUV or pickup with trade-in option
• Resolution No. 2022-138 to award bid for life insurance & long-term disability services for 2023-2025
• Resolution No. 2022-143 to approve lease with U.S. GSA for office space at Chadron Municipal Airport Terminal
• Resolution No. 2022-145 to approve new VA Compensated Work Therapy agreement

City Council

The Chadron City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including creating a Clean Energy Assessment District under the PACE Act, awarding a bid for life insurance and long-term disability services, and approving a salary adjustment for the mayor and councilmembers. The agenda also includes a proposal for a commute-to-work transit service, a report on transit usage, and updates on storm damage and the aquatics center. Most items are routine consent agenda matters, but the PACE district and salary adjustment are notable policy decisions.

• Ordinance No. 1431 to create a Clean Energy Assessment District (PACE Act), second reading
• Resolution No. 2022-138 to award bid for life insurance & long-term disability services (2023-2025)
• Motion to approve salary adjustment for mayor and city councilmembers effective December 2022
• Resolution No. 2022-137 to approve service provider agreement with League of Human Dignity for transportation services
• Resolution No. 2022-140 to approve progress payment No. 2 for Fuller Construction for wildlife fence reconstruction at Chadron Municipal Airport

City Council

The Chadron City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include approving a community housing study, a memorandum of understanding for library fundraising, creating a clean energy assessment district, and appointing an interim city manager. Two agenda items regarding a transportation agreement with Crest View Care Center were pulled per legal counsel and will not be considered.

• Resolution 2022-129: Approve Community Housing Study by Hanna:Keelan Associates
• Resolution 2022-128: MOU with Chadron Public Library Foundation for renovation fundraising
• Ordinance 1431: Create Clean Energy Assessment District (first reading)
• Resolution 2022-132: Interim City Manager contract for Thomas A. Menke
• Resolution 2022-134: Final progress payment to Buettner Construction for water main project on 400 block N. Mears St.

City Council

The Chadron City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance at its Nov. 7 meeting. Key items include approving a community housing study, a memorandum of understanding for library fundraising, an interim city manager contract, and a first reading of an ordinance to create a clean energy assessment district. The agenda also includes routine approvals, reports, and a motion to approve claims.

• Resolution 2022-128: Approve MOU with Chadron Public Library Foundation and Library Board for library renovation fundraising
• Resolution 2022-129: Approve Community Housing Study prepared by Hanna:Keelan Associates
• Ordinance 1431: Create a Clean Energy Assessment District (first reading)
• Resolution 2022-132: Approve interim city manager employment contract for Thomas A. Menke
• Resolution 2022-134: Approve final progress payment to Buettner Construction for water main replacement on 400 block of North Mears Street

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will consider consent agenda items, approve October bills, and hear reports from committees and affiliated groups. Old business includes library reaccreditation, a movie festival report, and the library director's evaluation. New business covers food in the teen room and trash on library lawns, plus a discard list.

• Approval of October 2022 minutes and statistics
• Approval of October 2022 bills
• Library Reaccreditation discussion
• Library Director Evaluation
• Food in teen room and trash on lawns policy discussion

No substantive decisions were recorded as no board minutes were turned in for October 2022.

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for FY 2022-2023, and consider resolutions to purchase a new John Deere wheel loader, a police SUV, and a 2024 ambulance. The council will also formally accept the resignation of City Manager John Sutherland and appoint an interim city manager. Several reports and updates are scheduled, including from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and Great Plains Communications.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-117: One and Six Year Street Improvement Plan for FY 2022-2023
• Resolution 2022-119: Purchase of one John Deere 524P wheel loader with trade-in from Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. via Sourcewell
• Resolution 2022-120: Financing for the wheel loader purchase
• Resolution 2022-121: Rescind prior bid award for police SUV to Wahlstrom Ford; Resolution 2022-122: new specs for police SUV/pickup with trade-in
• Resolution 2022-123: Specifications for one 2024 ambulance for Chadron Volunteer Fire Department; motion to schedule special meeting Nov 1 to award bid

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will consider adopting a policy manual, discuss library reaccreditation, and take up new business including a new printed pages fee and recarpeting of the Reading Room and Youth Room. Reports will be given on the library's renovation and expansion committee, the Friends of the Library, and the library foundation.

• Adoption of Policy Manual
• Library Reaccreditation discussion
• New printed pages fee proposal
• Re-carpeting of Reading Room and Youth Room
• Approval of September 2022 bills and statistics

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors approved July and August bills totaling $14,203.37, authorized a search for janitorial services, and accepted a quote for new flooring in the Reading Room and Youth Room. The board also discussed a draft MOU with the city regarding foundation funds and grants, and reviewed the library budget with an $8,000 increase from the previous year.

• Approved consent agenda including July 2022 minutes, librarian report, and July/August statistics (4-0)
• Approved July bills for $4,810.42 (4-0)
• Approved August bills for $9,392.95 (4-0)
• Approved motion to search for and hire janitorial services (4-0)
• Approved Morford's quote for new flooring in Reading Room and Youth Room (4-0)
• Approved one-time amnesty for all fines except repair/replacement of books
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss staff matters (4-0)

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the final tax levy and property tax request for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, along with adopting the fee ordinance and appropriations ordinance. The council will also consider several resolutions, including funding for downtown plaza restroom design, a grant application for a trail connection, and a truck purchase for the street department. Other items include a revised drug and alcohol testing policy, personnel manual amendment, and write-offs of uncollectible accounts.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-107 to set final tax levy and property tax request for FY 2022-2023
• Ordinance 1429 (third reading) to adopt fee ordinance for FY 2022-2023
• Resolution 2022-103 to approve LB 840 funds for engineering/design of downtown plaza restroom
• Resolution 2022-104 to authorize Dawes County Travel Board grant application for Cowboy Trail Connection Phase 1
• Resolution 2022-109 to purchase a 2007 International 7400 SFA truck from GMC of Chadron for the Street Department

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, reports, and bills, and to discuss old and new business. Key topics include hiring janitorial services, renovation and expansion updates, entrance door repairs, recarpeting, and a possible amnesty. The board will also adjourn into executive session to discuss staff matters.

• Approval of August 2022 bills
• Hiring of janitor/janitorial services
• Entrance door repairs
• Recarpeting of Reading Room and Youth Room
• Possible amnesty

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting after the annual budget hearing to act on a consent agenda and several motions and resolutions. Key items include a request to expand city transit services outside city limits, a public hearing on LB 840 funds for downtown plaza restroom design, and approval of an option to buy land for a community solar facility. The council will also consider the FY 2022-2023 salary scale, fee and appropriations ordinances, and a proposal to transition streetlights to LED.

• Public hearing on LB 840 funds for Downtown Plaza restroom engineering/design
• Resolution 2022-97: option to purchase land in Dawes County for community solar facility
• Resolution 2022-102: transition 140 streetlights to LED, transfer to Nebraska Public Power District
• Ordinances 1429 & 1430: adopt FY 2022-2023 fee and appropriations ordinances
• Request to expand City Transit services outside city limits

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold first readings of the fee and appropriations ordinances for fiscal year 2022-2023, and consider resolutions on a water main replacement project bid, a final payment for airport marking, and an audit services RFP. The agenda also includes a report from the Northwest Nebraska Development Corporation and routine consent items.

• Ordinance No. 1429 Fee Ordinance for FY 2022-2023 (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 1430 Appropriations Ordinance for FY 2022-2023 (first reading)
• Resolution No. 2022-92: Award bid for water main replacement on 400 block of North Mears Street
• Resolution No. 2022-93: Approve final progress payment to Maxwell Asphalt for airport marking project
• Resolution No. 2022-94: Approve RFP for audit services for FY 2022-2024

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to approve July 2022 minutes, statistics, and bills. The agenda includes reports from the Friends of the Library, the Foundation, and the Renovation and Expansion Committee. Old business covers hiring janitorial services, the summer reading program, reaccreditation, a library survey, the budget, inventory, and the policy manual. New business includes an entrance door and recarpeting of the Reading Room and Youth Room.

• Approval of July 2022 minutes, statistics, and bills
• Renovation and Expansion Committee report
• Hiring of Janitor/Janitorial services
• Library Budget review
• Recarpeting of Reading Room and Youth Room

The Chadron Public Library Board approved the consent agenda and May bills totaling $4,281.45. They discussed the library's reaccreditation, which expired in June 2022, and planned to finalize a draft at the September meeting. Heather Crofutt volunteered to fill a vacancy on the Library Foundation. No public comments were made.

• Approved consent agenda including June minutes, librarian report, and June statistics
• Approved May bills in amount of $4,281.45
• Heather Crofutt volunteered to replace John Coates on the Library Foundation
• Tabled finalization of library reaccreditation draft until September meeting

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda and several resolutions, including approving LB 840 funds for a timing system at the aquatics center, declaring surplus fire and transit vehicles for sale, and leasing office space for the transit program. They will also vote on a new pickup truck for the street department, a fee ordinance, and a ballot question on councilmember terms.

• Resolution 2022-81: Approve LB 840 funds for timing system at Chadron Area Aquatics and Wellness Center
• Resolution 2022-82/83: Declare 1997 Freightliner/Smeal Pumper surplus and approve marketing agreement with Firetec
• Resolution 2022-84: Declare 2008 Ford Transit Bus surplus for sale to another transit agency
• Motion to lease office space for City Transit at 127 West Second Street #101
• Resolution 2022-86: Approve specs for 2023 ¾-ton pickup for Street Department

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a redevelopment plan and TIF application for the proposed Heartland Flats Apartments, located west of Maple Street between Sixth and Eighth Streets. The council will also consider several resolutions, including liquor license approvals, an interlocal agreement for a school resource officer, an FAA grant for airport wildlife fence reconstruction, and an RFP for life insurance services. Other items include recognizing outgoing councilmember Keith Crofutt and introducing new city employees.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-77 for Heartland Flats Apartments TIF redevelopment plan
• Resolution 2022-75: liquor license manager approval for City S'Liquors at 319 Beech Street
• Resolution 2022-76: liquor license addition for Fryday's 120 Bar & Grill at 120-122 West Second Street
• Resolution 2022-78: interlocal agreement with Chadron State College for College Resource Officer (Aug 2022-Jul 2025)
• Resolution 2022-80: FAA grant for Chadron Municipal Airport wildlife fence reconstruction

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting, addressing routine items like approving minutes, the librarian's report, and bills. The board will also receive reports from the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and the Renovation and Expansion Committee, and will discuss old business including janitorial services hiring, Fur Trade Days activities, and library board reaccreditation, as well as new business including a foundation appointment and a library survey.

• Approval of June 2022 minutes and statistics
• Approval of bills for June 2022
• Discussion on hiring janitor/janitorial services
• Discussion on library board reaccreditation
• Appointment to Chadron Public Library Foundation

The Chadron Public Library Board approved the May bills totaling $10,329.23, accepted a lawn care bid from Owen Wess, and authorized hiring a part-time janitor (10 hours/week). They also supported the updated policy manual, discussed the library expansion MOU, and noted receipt of state aid and a grant.

• Approved May bills of $10,329.23
• Accepted lawn care bid from Owen Wess
• Approved hiring part-time janitor (10 hrs/week)
• Supported updated policy manual, to be sent to Library Commission
• Approved consent agenda (May minutes, librarian report, statistics)

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting to handle a consent agenda and several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include approving a three-year police union agreement, amending a trail easement with railroad companies, and authorizing plans for a water main replacement on North Mears Street. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance updating administrative department sections of the municipal code.

• Resolution No. 2022-70: Amended trail easement agreement with Nebraska Northwestern Railroad and Nebkota Railway
• Resolution No. 2022-71: FOP Lodge #69 labor agreement, Oct 1, 2022 – Sep 30, 2025
• Ordinance No. 1428: First reading to amend Chapter 5, Article 4 (Administrative Departments)
• Resolution No. 2022-73: Approve plans for 400 block of North Mears Street water main replacement
• Resolution No. 2022-74: Final progress payment to Buettner Construction for North Pine Street water main loop

City Council

The Chadron City Council will vote on several resolutions, including awarding a bid for the East Tank Recoating Abatement Project and approving a change order and progress estimate for the Chadron Avenue Project (7th to 6th Street). The council will also consider special permits for Fur Trade Days fireworks and a homecoming parade, place liens for unpaid utility charges on two properties, and hear reports from the NNDC, library, and city manager. The meeting includes a consent agenda with routine items and a status update on police contract negotiations.

• Resolution 2022-65: Award bid for East Tank Recoating Abatement Project
• Resolution 2022-66: Approve Change Order No. 1 for Buettner Construction, Chadron Avenue Project (7th to 6th Street)
• Resolution 2022-67: Approve Progress Estimate No. 1 for Chadron Avenue Project
• Resolution 2022-68: Lien for utility charges at 118 West Third Street
• Resolution 2022-69: Lien for utility charges at 247 Shelton Street

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors is holding its regular June meeting to approve routine items and hear reports from committees, including the renovation and expansion effort. The board will also take up old business such as a new policy manual and lawn maintenance, and new business including janitorial hiring, Fur Trade Days activities, and use of 2022 state aid.

• Approval of May 2022 minutes, librarian report, and statistics
• Approval of bills for May 2022
• Reports from Friends of the Library, Library Foundation, and Renovation and Expansion Committee
• Old business: new policy manual, library lawns maintenance, entrance restoration, inventory
• New business: hiring janitor/janitorial services, Fur Trade Days activities, use of state aid 2022

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors held a regular meeting on May 3, 2022, with three members present and two excused. The board approved the consent agenda (April minutes, librarian report, and statistics) and the bills for April 2022. No other substantive decisions were recorded; remaining items were reports and discussions.

• Approved consent agenda including April 2022 minutes, librarian report, and statistics (unanimous)
• Approved bills for April 2022

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a new liquor license for Country Kitchen, plus several special designated licenses for outdoor concerts during Fur Trade Days in July. The council will also discuss a proposed reorganization of city departments and approve a VA work therapy agreement, a transit non-discrimination plan, and a water main project payment.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-52 for a Retail Class C liquor license for NE Panhandle CK, Inc. dba Country Kitchen (1250 West Tenth Street)
• Special designated licenses for outdoor concerts July 7-9 during Fur Trade Days at The Ridge, Bean Broker, Favorite Bar, Fryday's 120, and Wild's Bar & Grill
• Discussion of City Manager's proposal for reorganization of city departments
• Resolution 2022-59: VA Compensated Work Therapy agreement for general labor services
• Resolution 2022-61: Progress Estimate No. 1 for Buettner Construction on North Pine Street Water Main Connection Loop Project

City Council

The City Council will review proposals for reorganizing city departments and consider several resolutions regarding community grants and park improvements. The agenda also includes a public hearing on Business Improvement District assessments and updates on police negotiations.

• Public Hearing to levy special assessment for 2022 Business Improvement District maintenance
• Resolution to approve the Cowboy Trail Connection Project agreement with Nebraska Game and Parks
• Approval of plans for the East Tank Recoating Project abatement
• Progress payment for water line loop installation at Stockade Road by Fuller Construction, Inc.
• Presentation of the 2020–2021 Fiscal Year audit by AMGL, P.C.

Public Library

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 will hear reports from the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and the Renovation and Expansion Committee. Old business includes a new policy manual, lawn maintenance, entrance restoration, and the FY23 budget, while new business covers inventory, the WLS Annual Meeting, and Fur Trade Days 2022.

• Approval of April 2022 minutes, librarian report, and statistics
• Approval of bills for April 2022
• Reports from Friends of the Library and Library Foundation
• Renovation and Expansion Committee report
• Discussion of new policy manual, lawn maintenance, entrance restoration, and FY23 budget

The Chadron Public Library Board approved the consent agenda, March bills of $11,010.78, and a surplus items list for disposal. They discussed the library expansion project, including the need for memorandums of understanding (MOUs) between the City, Library Board, and Foundation, and planned to review a new policy manual for approval in June.

• Approved consent agenda including March minutes, librarian report, and statistics
• Approved March bills in amount of $11,010.78
• Approved surplus items list for disposal
• Discussed developing MOUs for library expansion project

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving a consent agenda, introducing a new police officer, and issuing proclamations. Key actions include accepting a bid for the purchase of Lot 4 in the Niobrara Addition, approving a land lease with Nebraska Northwestern Railroad for a city park, and approving a Recreational Trails Program agreement for the Cowboy Trail Connection. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Resolution No. 2022-37: Accept bid for purchase of Lot 4, Niobrara Addition, and authorize quit claim deed
• Resolution No. 2022-38: Approve land lease #85272 with Nebraska Northwestern Railroad for .25 acres at First and Main Street for city park
• Resolution No. 2022-39: Approve Recreational Trails Program agreement with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for Cowboy Trail Connection
• Motion to approve applications for sidewalk construction, renewal, and replacement for FY 2021-2022
• Proclamations for Police Week, Mental Health Awareness Month, and Drinking Water Week

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, proclamations, and several resolutions. Key actions include filling a council vacancy, awarding bids for a water main project and an airport fence project, and scheduling a public hearing on a business improvement district assessment. The agenda also includes proclamations for Arbor Day, Public Transit Week, and Kids to Parks Day, plus a report from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Resolution No. 2022-33: temporary use of US-20 at Main Street for Fur Trade Days Parade on July 9, 2022
• Appointment to fill council vacancy left by Keith Crofutt
• Resolution No. 2022-34: award bid for Niobrara Avenue Water Main Connection Loop Project
• Resolution No. 2022-35: award bid for wildlife fence reconstruction at Chadron Municipal Airport
• Resolution No. 2022-36: public hearing on 2022 special assessment for Business Improvement District maintenance

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to rezone 341/349 West Third Street from R-2 Urban Family Residential to CC Community Commercial. The council will also consider declaring several properties as substandard and blighted, approve claims, and make appointments to city boards.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-32 to rezone Lot 8, Block 20, Original Town (341/349 West Third Street) to CC Community Commercial
• Resolution 2022-28 to declare five properties as substandard and blighted, including the old hospital property on Morehead Street
• Motion to accept resignation of Councilmember Keith Crofutt
• Appointments to Business Improvement District Board and Tree Board
• Motion to approve claims

City Council

The Chadron City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to declare five parcels of real estate substandard and blighted under Nebraska Community Development Law, a step often used to enable redevelopment. The council will also consider several other resolutions, including awarding bids for an east water tank recoating project and a new pickup truck for the Water Department, and approving 5311 grant funding for public transportation. The agenda includes routine consent items such as minutes, reports, and special designated licenses, as well as reports from the Chamber of Commerce and NNDC.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2022-28 to declare 5 parcels blighted (e.g., Old Hospital Property, 800 block Morehead St.)
• Resolution 2022-29: award bid for East Tank Recoating Project
• Resolution 2022-30: award bid for one 2022 1/2-ton extended cab 4x4 pickup with trade-in for Water Department
• Resolution 2022-31: approve 5311 grant funding re-certifications for public transportation
• Special designated licenses for Wild's Bar & Grill events (weddings, fundraiser) at Fairgrounds and Art Center

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding grant applications for RSVP and United Way. The meeting also includes decisions on a new sidewalk plan committee, water main connection plans, and tennis court resurfacing specifications.

• Grant applications for ACE/KENO Community Betterment Funds (RSVP and United Way)
• Creation of a Sidewalk Plan Committee and funding for sidewalk construction
• Plans and specifications for Niobrara Avenue water main connection loop project
• Specifications for the Tennis Court Resurfacing Project
• Lien placement for outstanding utility charges at 420 Ann Street

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, bills, and reports, and to discuss updates on ARPA grants, the adult winter reading program, and the library front door renovation. The board will also consider a new policy manual and board reaccreditation, and will enter executive session to discuss employee reviews.

• Approval of bills for January and February 2022
• ARPA Grants Update
• Library Front Door Renovation Update
• New Policy Manual
• Board Reaccreditation

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure, including a quitclaim deed for Linden Street and water main work on North Pine Street. The agenda also includes decisions on sidewalk improvement grants and federal funding for wildlife fence reconstruction at the Chadron Municipal Airport.

• Resolution 2022-15: Approve a Quitclaim Deed from John E. Gamby to convey 1.22 acres to the City
• Resolution 2022-16: Rescind previous bid award for a new Water Department pickup truck and authorize re-bidding
• Resolution 2022-17: Recommend bid award for North Pine Street Water Main Connection Loop Project
• Resolution 2022-18: Approve Sidewalk Improvement Plan and construction grant agreement
• Resolutions 2022-19, 2022-20, and 2022-21: Airport improvement projects including DBE program approval and wildlife fence reconstruction

City Council

The Chadron City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to discuss and plan the budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The agenda is otherwise limited to procedural items like call to order, roll call, and adjournment, with the possibility of entering executive session. No specific budget figures or proposals are listed in the agenda text.

• Budget discussion and planning for the 2022-2023 fiscal year
• Special meeting at 4:00 PM on February 15, 2022, at City Hall Council Chambers, 234 Main Street
• Mayor and Council may adjourn into executive session per Nebraska Revised Statutes Section 84-1410

City Council

The Chadron City Council will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects and a blight study. The meeting also includes a proclamation for FBLA Week and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Bid award recommendation for Chadron Avenue Project (7th to 6th Street)
• Bid award recommendation for Chadron Municipal Airport marking project
• Amendment to Olsson consultant agreement for airport wildlife fence rehabilitation
• Submitting a blight study review question to the Planning Commission
• Proclamation for Future Business Leaders of America Week

Public Library

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, statistics, and bills, plus reports from the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and the Renovation and Expansion Committee. Old business includes updates on ARPA grants, board re-accreditation, the adult winter reading program, and the front door renovation. New business includes a new policy manual and board re-accreditation, followed by an executive session for employee reviews.

• Approval of January 2022 bills
• ARPA grants update
• Library front door renovation update
• New policy manual discussion
• Executive session for employee reviews

The Chadron Public Library meeting for February 1, 2022, reports that no quorum was present in January, so no minutes exist for that period. No substantive decisions were made or recorded.

City Council

The Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting on January 31, 2022. The primary agenda item is the consideration of Resolution No. 2022-09 regarding the approval of outside legal counsel and mediation services.

• Resolution No. 2022-09: Approving retaining outside legal counsel and mediation services

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including approving plans and specifications for the East Tank Recoating Project, a sidewalk improvement grant and loan agreement, and a memorandum of understanding with the Chadron Library Foundation for the library renovation. The agenda also includes routine consent items, annual updates from boards, and reports from the mayor and city manager. The council may enter executive session for contract negotiations with the police union and personnel matters.

• Resolution No. 2022-06: Approve plans/specs for East Tank Recoating Project preliminary work and authorize notice to bidders
• Resolution No. 2022-07: Approve plans/specs for East Tank Recoating Project and authorize notice to bidders
• Sidewalk Construction, Renewal and Replacement Grant Agreement and Sidewalk Improvement Loan Agreement
• Chadron Library Foundation Board request for MOU for library renovation and expansion
• Special designated license: Favorite Bar wild game feed at Fairgrounds (01/29/2022)

City Council

The Chadron City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including an agreement with the Nebraska Department of Transportation for US-20 maintenance, approval of plans for the North Pine Street water main connection loop, and a bid award for a new police SUV. The council will also hear public concerns about a November 30, 2021 lockdown notification, proclaim January as Radon Action Month, and handle routine items like minutes, claims, and a budget workshop date.

• Resolution 2022-01: Approve NDOT agreement for US-20 maintenance, 2022
• Resolution 2022-02: Approve plans for North Pine Street water main connection loop
• Resolution 2022-03: Award bid for one 2021/2022 mid-size police SUV
• Proclamation for National Radon Action Month (January 2022)
• Public comment: Candace Connery-Nollette on lack of lockdown notification (Nov 30, 2021)

Public Library

The Chadron Public Library Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, bills, and reports, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include an update on ARPA grants and decisions on accepting a Formula ARPA Grant and an ARPA Library Improvement Grant, as well as a sponsorship inquiry and the Adult Winter Reading program.

• Approval of September and December 2021 minutes
• Approval of December 2021 bills
• ARPA grants update (old business)
• Acceptance of Formula ARPA Grant and ARPA Library Improvement Grant
• Adult Winter Reading 2022

The Chadron Public Library Board approved a letter of agreement with RATIO for a revised schematic design at a cost of $18,000, as requested by the Library Foundation. The board also approved November bills totaling $5,601.96 and adopted recommendations for a memorandum of understanding with the City of Chadron regarding the library expansion project.

• Approved $18,000 agreement with RATIO for revised schematic design
• Approved November 2021 bills totaling $5,601.96
• Approved MOU recommendations for City of Chadron and Library Foundation
• Approved consent agenda except October minutes (not available)