Kearney County public meetings in 2024
31 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold hearings on multiple rezoning requests, plat approvals, and land use map amendments. The body is also considering four separate amendments to the Unified Land Development Ordinance.
- Marlatt Fourth Addition: Proposed rezoning to R-1D and approval of preliminary and final plats (east of Avenue M, north of East 17th Street)
- Tech One Fourth Subdivision: Proposed rezoning to District BP and approval of preliminary and final plats (south of 56th Street, west of Chase Avenue)
- Vacations: Proposed alley, street, and subdivision vacations in Whiteaker’s Grove Addition
- Code Amendments: Four proposed changes to the Unified Land Development Ordinance regarding definitions, use types, and permit procedures
- Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 2024-05: Proposed change from Light Industrial and Low Density Residential to Low Density Residential
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure payments and project approvals. The meeting includes the administration of oaths of office and recognition of volunteer fire department service awards.
- Payment of $1,622,874.91 to John T. Jones Construction Co. for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- Payment of $163,154.75 to Nielsen Contracting, LLC for 28th Street improvements from Avenue I to Avenue L
- Approval of plans for US Highway 30 and University Drive Intersection Improvements Project
- Resolution No. 2024-165 setting 2025 interest rates for paving, water, and sanitary sewer district assessments
- Adoption of an updated Standard Contract for Engineering Services
City Council Meeting
The City Council will administer oaths of office to Jonathan Nikkila and Kurt Schmidt and appoint the President/Mayor and Vice-President. The body will also review plans for airport and library infrastructure projects.
- Oath of Office for Jonathan Nikkila and Kurt Schmidt
- Appointment of Peggy Eynetich as City Clerk
- Apron Reconstruction project plans at Kearney Regional Airport
- HVAC Replacement project plans at Kearney Public Library
- Resolution No. 2024-164 to fill a vacancy on the Golf Advisory Board
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several consent agenda items including equipment purchases and infrastructure project approvals. The body is deciding on updates to the city fee schedule and approving payments for water resource recovery improvements.
- Purchase of a Side Loading Refuse Compactor Truck from Elliot Equipment Co. for $390,638.00
- Payment of $483,184.47 to John T. Jones Construction Co. for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- Resolution No. 2024-161 to update the 2024-2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule
- Approval of plans for 30th Avenue Overpass Rehabilitation with bid opening set for January 7, 2025
- Resolution No. 2024-162 to add Zachary T. Beckman to the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a vacant lot south of 1023 Avenue F. The body is also considering several equipment purchases and updates to business regulations concerning mobile vending and amusements.
- Public hearing to rezone vacant lot south of 1023 Avenue F from R-3 Urban Residential Multi-Family to C-O Office District
- Purchase of Envirosight Sewer Rovver camera equipment on a 2024 Ford F-550 for $495,339.88
- Purchase of 2024 John Deere 3139R Tractor and attachments for $78,335.67
- Ordinance No. 8702 to amend city code regarding amusements, carnivals, and food trucks
- Lease agreement approval between the City of Kearney and Kearney Raceway Park
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a right-of-way and utility easement acquisition. The body is also considering several equipment purchases for city departments and infrastructure project payments.
- Public hearing on 80-foot Permanent Right of Way and Utility Easement for Broweleit Subdivision
- Purchase of John Deere 644 P Wheel Loader for $385,000.00
- Awarding of 29th Avenue & West La Platte Road improvements bid to Nielsen Contracting, LLC for $490,279.50
- Purchase of 2025 Western Star 47X dump truck for $217,747.00
- Payment of $665,602.63 to John T. Jones Construction Co. for WWTP Phase II Improvements
Planning Commission Meeting
The Kearney County Planning Commission will consider a rezoning application (No. 2024-14) to change a vacant lot south of 1023 Avenue F from District R-3 (Urban Residential Multi‑Family) to District C‑O (Office). The commission will also approve the minutes from the September 20, 2024 meeting and receive routine reports before adjourning.
- Hearing on Rezoning No. 2024-14 for the vacant lot south of 1023 Avenue F, submitted by Meredith Collins for Community Action Partnership of Mid‑Nebraska
- Approval of minutes from the September 20, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
- Announcement on the Open Meetings Act
- Roll call of commission members
- General reports and adjournment
City Council Meeting
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding rezoning and development plans for properties at 1122 Avenue B and the Woodward 46th Avenue area. The body will also consider several equipment purchases and infrastructure agreements.
- Public hearing for rezoning and development plan at 1122 Avenue B (Ordinance No. 8697, Resolution No. 2024-139)
- Public hearing for rezoning and final plat for Woodward 46th Avenue Second Subdivision (Ordinances No. 8698, 8699, Resolution No. 2024-140)
- Purchase of 2025 Western Star 47X dump truck for $217,747.00
- Purchase of 2025 ALTEC DM47E Derrick truck for $310,905.00
- Purchase of updated taser equipment for Kearney Police Department for $384,970.00
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission is holding hearings on two rezoning applications and a new subdivision plan. The body will consider a planned development for a property on Avenue B and a residential subdivision near 46th Avenue.
- Rezoning and Planned Development Plan for 1122 Avenue B (G.S.E.-Kearney)
- Rezoning from Agricultural to Rural Residential for property 1/2 mile north of 56th Street & 46th Avenue
- Subdivision Vacation No. 2019-14 for Lot 1, Woodward 46th Avenue Subdivision
- Preliminary Plat No. 2024-09 for Woodward 46th Avenue Second Subdivision
- Final Plat No. 2024-09 for Woodward 46th Avenue Second Subdivision
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider the adoption of the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget and the 2024-2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule. The meeting includes public hearings on a new subdivision, a street improvement plan, and a water main easement acquisition.
- Adoption of the 2024-2025 City of Kearney Budget
- Public hearing for Northwestern Energy First Addition Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement
- Public hearing for the One- & Six-Year Street Improvement Plan
- Resolution to increase Budget Authority by $176,171.04
- Change order of $97,906.93 for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements
Special City Council Meeting (5:30 PM)
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct three public hearings. These hearings concern the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget, the 2024 property tax request, and the Offstreet Parking District No. 1 budget.
- Public hearing on the City of Kearney Budget for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year
- Public hearing on the 2024 City of Kearney property tax request
- Public hearing on the City of Kearney Offstreet Parking District No. 1 Budget for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year
City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss the One- & Six-Year Street Improvement Plan and set a public hearing date. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases for the Kearney SportsPlex and infrastructure agreements for local development.
- Purchase of furniture, a Club Car, and basketball lighting for Kearney SportsPlex totaling $209,692.49
- Resolution No. 2024-112 for levy authority of $247,450.00 for the Community Redevelopment Authority and $60,164.00 for Offstreet Parking District No. 1
- Award of $59,041.00 to Industrial Process Technology for pump replacement at Harmon Park Pool
- Infrastructure agreement for 922 Enterprises at 1112 E. 20th Street for water main construction
- Ordinance No. 8694 to amend alcohol beverage regulations regarding limousines and party buses
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold hearings on the preliminary and final plats for the Northwestern Energy First Addition. The body will also receive a presentation on the City of Kearney's 2024-2025 Capital Expenditures budget.
- Hearing for Preliminary Plat No. 2024-08 (Northwestern Energy First Addition)
- Hearing for Final Plat No. 2024-08 (Northwestern Energy First Addition)
- Presentation of 2024-2025 Capital Expenditures for the City of Kearney Budget
- Election of Officers
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding multiple land use amendments, rezonings, and platting requests. The agenda also includes infrastructure agreements for various local developments and a discussion on air service carrier proposals.
- Rezoning of 715 Avenue D from Medium Density Residential to Office/Commercial Retail Mixed Use
- Rezoning of property at 715 Avenue D from Urban Residential Multi-Family to General Commercial District
- Rezoning and land vacation for property east of 30th Avenue and north of Railroad Street
- Land vacation and final plat agreement for Younes Center Eleventh Addition at 1415 Younes Drive
- Infrastructure agreements for Western Nebraska Property Development, Aspen Meadows Third Addition, and Younes Center Tenth
Special City Council Meeting
The City Council will review a presentation of the preliminary 2024-2025 budget. Staff will also provide an update regarding the SportsPlex.
- Presentation of the proposed 2024-2025 preliminary budget
- Staff update on SportsPlex
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will consider infrastructure payments and code amendments. The agenda includes a payment for WWTP Phase II Improvements and updates to the Golf Advisory Board regulations. The council will also review a liquor license recommendation and a land sale in Patriot Industrial Park.
- $782,738.40 payment to John T. Jones Construction Co. for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- Ordinance 8682 amending Golf Advisory Board sections of the City Code
- Ordinance 8683 authorizing a land sale in Patriot Industrial Park
- Letter of no recommendation for a liquor license at 2216 Central Avenue
- Change order and payment for the 2.0 MG Elevated Water Tower
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold multiple public hearings regarding rezoning, land use amendments, and annexation for the Saadi First project. The agenda also includes reviewing manufactured home court license renewals and a nutrition service contract for the Peterson Senior Activity Center.
- Rezoning and land use amendments for property at 39th Street and Antelope Avenue
- Annexation of the Saadi First addition to the City of Kearney
- Renewal of manufactured home court licenses through May 2025
- Nutrition service contract for Peterson Senior Activity Center
- Presentation on Buffalo County's two-way siren activation system
City Council Meeting
The City Council will vote on a $5,250,000 bond issuance to fund water, sewer, and electric system improvements. The meeting also includes a public hearing for the Clinch Storage, LLC subdivision and several redevelopment project proposals. Additionally, the council will consider amendments to city fire, electrical, and plumbing codes.
- Issuance of $5,250,000 in Combined Utilities Revenue Bonds
- $1,040,969.32 payment for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements
- Public hearing for Clinch Storage, LLC subdivision near East 1st Street
- Amendments to city fire, electrical, and plumbing codes
- Redevelopment projects at 4215 Patriot Blvd and 101 11th Avenue
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold hearings on several land use amendments, rezonings, and plats for the Saadi First addition. These applications concern property at the northwest corner of 39th Street and Antelope Avenue. The commission is also scheduled to take final action on a preliminary plat.
- Land use map amendments (No. 2024-02 and No. 2024-03)
- Rezoning from Agricultural District to C-2, C-3, and R-2 districts
- Preliminary plat for Saadi First addition
- Final plat for Saadi First addition
- Annexation request for Saadi First addition
City Council Meeting
The City Council will conduct public hearings on several land use matters, including a resource extraction permit and a subdivision agreement. The agenda also includes various property easement acquisitions and city code amendments.
- Conditional Use Permit for BBB Rentals LLC resource extraction at 6880 30th Avenue
- Final Plat and Subdivision Agreement for Clinch Tech Park Subdivision
- City Code amendments regarding agricultural and civic use types
- Utility, storm water, and sanitary sewer easement acquisitions
- $18,500.00 change order for Kearney SportsPlex exterior signage
City Council Meeting
The council will hold public hearings on multiple rezoning, subdivision, and annexation applications for Fox Creek Development and Talmadge JAM, LLC. The agenda also includes reviewing airport construction updates and redevelopment projects. Additionally, the council will consider an employment agreement for City Manager Brenda Jensen.
- Rezoning applications near East 65th Street and Avenue R
- $366,438.57 payment for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- Redevelopment project approval for 1112 East 20th Street
- $92,890.56 account claim to NPPD
- Airport Box Hangar construction change orders
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will hold hearings on several land use applications, including the Clinchs Tech Park Subdivision and Younes Center Tenth Addition. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to the city's unified land development code regarding agricultural and civic uses.
- Conditional Use Permit for resource extraction at 6880 30th Avenue
- Preliminary and Final Plat for Clinchs Tech Park Subdivision
- Rezoning of property north of Talmadge Street to Community Commercial District
- Annexation and platting for Younes Center Tenth Addition
- Code amendments regarding agricultural, civic, and aquaponics greenhouse uses
City Council Meeting
The council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and code amendments, meaning final decisions are pending. During the consent agenda, the council intends to approve routine contracts, including a $453,108 paving bid for Cottonmill Park and a $30,000 final payment for Yanney Heritage Park improvements. These actions will update local development rules, fund park upgrades, and finalize municipal financial records.
- Public hearing on rezoning Sorensen Acres, LLC property from Agricultural to Community Commercial District at the southwest corner of 2nd Avenue and 56th Street (Ordinance No. 8662).
- Public hearings postponed to April 23 for Fox Creek Development, LLC requests to rezone land near East 65th Street and Avenue R into single-family residential districts.
- Awarding a $453,108.25 paving contract for Cottonmill Park Improvements to JIL Asphalt Paving Company.
- Final payment of $30,000.00 to RMV Construction, LLC for the Yanney Heritage Park Pavilion and Parking Lot project.
- Public hearing on proposed amendments to City Code Section 47-105 regarding accessory buildings (Ordinance No. 8667).
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will hold public hearings on revised trail easements for Hillside Estates properties and a donated parcel in Prairie Meadows Addition. During the consent agenda, council members are set to approve multiple infrastructure payments, including $1.4 million for wastewater upgrades and over $1.1 million for water tower and road construction projects that maintain city utilities and street conditions. The meeting also covers routine administrative appointments and standard account claims.
- Public hearing on revised hike/bike and drainage easements for Hillside Estates Lots 3 and 4
- Public hearing to accept donated land at Lot 1, Block 3, Prairie Meadows Addition
- Approval of $1,413,736.52 payment for WWTP Phase II Improvements by John T. Jones Construction Co.
- Awarding $356,055.00 to Gary Smith Construction Company for 2024 Part 2 Mill & Asphalt Overlay
- Appointment of Shawna Erbsen as the city’s ADA and Section 504 Coordinator
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will review several land use applications including rezoning requests for Sorensen Acres, Fox Creek Development, and Clinch Storage. The meeting also includes a proposed amendment to accessory building regulations and a discussion regarding accessory dwelling units.
- Rezoning of Sorensen Acres from Agricultural to Community Commercial
- Annexation and final plat for Oak Park Center Fourth
- Rezoning of Fox Creek Development properties to Urban Residential and Residential districts
- Annexation and final plat for Arbor View Fourth
- Rezoning and conditional use permit for Clinch Storage, LLC
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the 2016 Comprehensive Development Plan to include the R-1D Residential District. The council is also reviewing various contract proposals for signage, service line replacements, and park renovations.
- Public hearing on amending the 2016 Comprehensive Development Plan to include R-1D Residential District
- Kearney SportsPlex Exterior Facility Signage Project: $128,158.00 to Mayhew Signs Company, Inc.
- Lead Service Line Replacement Project: multiple awards including Dan Roeder Concrete, Inc., Dandee Concrete, Inc., Mid-Nebraska Digging, Inc., Kearney Plumbing, Inc., and Stegeman Solutions
- 2024 Harvey Park Softball Field Renovations: $143,055.00 to K & J Elite Sports Turf
- Resolution No. 2024-24 regarding RYDE Transit of Buffalo County funding
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the half-cent sales tax capital improvement plan. The council also intends to approve plans for road improvements and a payment exceeding $1 million for water treatment facility upgrades.
- Public hearing on the 0.5 cent Sales Tax Capital Improvement Plan
- $1,094,576.40 payment for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- $23,732.00 change order for Kearney Regional Airport Box Hangar
- Plans and specifications for 28th Street improvements
- Ordinance No. 8661 regarding salary ordinance adjustments
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a hearing regarding an amendment to the 2016 Comprehensive Development Plan. The commission will also receive a presentation on accessory dwelling units.
- Hearing: Proposed amendment to the 2016 Comprehensive Development Plan to include R-1D Residential District in Section 4.5
- Presentation: Accessory Dwelling Units
City Council Meeting
The council will review a land purchase option for Hot Meals USA and several equipment purchases. It will also consider payments for infrastructure projects and a certificate of commendation for an officer.
- Purchase of 2024 Ford F350 with crane for $110,595.00
- Option to purchase 4.74 acres south of 56th Street for Hot Meals USA
- Purchase of Daktronics Scoreboard Systems for $161,495.00
- Payment of $176,063.76 for Booster Pump Stations and renovations
- Rejection of bids for an Av Gas Refueler Truck
City Council Meeting
The Kearney City Council will review several items including infrastructure payments and policy updates. This includes approving a revised library policy manual and processing payments for water resource recovery and pump station projects.
- $966,913.61 payment to John T. Jones Construction Co. for WWTP Phase II Improvements
- $141,570.00 payment to Midlands Contracting, Inc. for booster pump station renovations
- Purchase of two Chevrolet Silverado work trucks for the Parks Department
- Adoption of a revised Kearney Public Library Policy Manual
- Letter of no recommendation for Nebraska Ale Works liquor license application
City Council Meeting
The City Council will conduct several public hearings regarding land use, rezoning, and subdivision agreements. The agenda also includes various city code amendments and the approval of multiple infrastructure and construction payments.
- Public hearing for sand and gravel operation amendment at 335 Cherry Avenue
- Public hearing for rezoning property south of 78th Street and west of 2nd Avenue
- Public hearing for Elken Second Subdivision final plat and agreement
- City code amendments to establish R-1D Residential District and Chapter 17
- Approval of $93,924.00 payment for 48th Street improvements