Gretna public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission recommended approval of a revised preliminary plat and rezone for the Highland Trails subdivision (formerly Silverstone) at 20010 Manderson Street, changing from Trans Ag TA and Residential Estates RE to Highest Density Residential R-4 and Highway Commercial HC. The commission also recommended approval of a preliminary plat and rezone for M&M Acres Replat 1 by MRES Acquisitions LLC, from TA Trans Ag to HC Highway Commercial and R-4 with a PUD. Both recommendations are subject to compliance with city staff reports. No public comments were made at either hearing.

• Recommended approval of Highland Trails revised preliminary plat and rezone (4-2)
• Recommended approval of M&M Acres Replat 1 preliminary plat and rezone (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Highland Trails (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for M&M Acres Replat 1 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including November 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on multiple land use requests, including a car wash permit and a Hy-Vee grocery store. The agenda also includes votes on ordinances regarding firearm discharge and future land use maps.

• Public hearing for an automated tunnel car wash at 16170 Stevens Pointe Circle
• Public hearing for a Hy-Vee Grocery Store in the MUC zone
• Ordinance 2099: Amending municipal code regarding the discharge of firearms
• Ordinance 2100: Amending the Future Land Use Map and creating a Crossings Corridor Overlay
• Pay request No. 1 for Gretna Crossing Park Project in the amount of $74,173.50

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for Lot 114 in the Highland Pointe Subdivision. The request seeks to allow a 15 foot street side setback instead of the required 25 foot setback.

• Variance request for 15 foot street side setback at Lot 114, Highland Pointe Subdivision

The Board of Adjustments denied a variance request from Charleston Homes, LLC to reduce the street-side yard setback from 25 feet to 15 feet on Lot 114 in the Highland Pointe Subdivision. The denial was based on the applicant's failure to provide evidence meeting state law requirements for a variance. The board also approved the consent agenda and adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda including May 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied variance for 15-foot street side yard setback on Lot 114, Highland Pointe (4-0)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider several ordinances, including amending the master fee schedule, updating firearm discharge rules, and adopting a future land use map for new extraterritorial areas. They will also approve multiple construction pay requests and a rezoning for Dragon Land Company.

• Ordinance 2098: Amending Master Fee Ordinance (third reading)
• Ordinance 2099: Amending firearm discharge code (second reading)
• Ordinance 2100: Future Land Use Map amendment for ETJ and Crossings Corridor Overlay (second reading)
• Rezoning for Dragon Land Company at NW corner of Hwy 370 and 192nd St to R-4 and MUC
• Pay requests totaling over $800,000 for Gretna Crossing Park, sewer, and road projects

The Gretna City Council approved the consent agenda, adopted Ordinance 2098 amending the Master Fee Ordinance, and approved several other ordinances and resolutions. It also approved a rezoning request for Dragon Land Company, multiple construction pay requests, and an OPPD agreement. No action was taken on the interlocal agreement with Sarpy County.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $941,379.23 (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2098 amending Master Fee Ordinance (3-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2099 on discharge of firearms (3-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2100 amending Future Land Use Map (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023 vacating part of South 198th Street right-of-way (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 12-21(1) authorizing mayor to sign street superintendent certification (3-0)
• Approved rezoning and plat for Dragon Land Company at Hwy 370 and 192nd Street (3-0)
• Approved multiple construction pay requests including Gretna Crossing Park, sewer, and water main projects (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a conditional use permit for an automated tunnel car wash, a revised preliminary/final plat and rezone for Aspen Creek Replat 5, a conditional use permit for a Hy-Vee grocery store, a rezone for Highland Pointe, a final plat for Cheyenne Ridge, and a preliminary plat/rezone for Kayda Corner Phase 2. The commission will also consider consent agenda items including approval of the agenda and October 26, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting is in person with Zoom listening only.

• Conditional use permit for automated tunnel car wash at 16170 Stevens Pointe Circle (Lot 4 Wicks Southpointe)
• Revised Preliminary Plat, Final Plat and Rezone for Aspen Creek Replat 5 (Lots 1-9, Outlots A-B) north of Hwy 370 and east of 192nd St
• Conditional use permit for Hy-Vee Grocery Store (large box retail) in MUC zone at existing Lot 358, Aspen Creek Replat 5
• Rezone from R-3 to R-4 for Highland Pointe Subdivision (Lots 1-116, 152-195, Outlots A-E) north of Lincoln Rd and west of Hwy 6/31
• Final plat for Cheyenne Ridge near S 168th St and south of Cornhusker Rd; Preliminary Plat and Rezone for Kayda Corner Phase 2

The Planning Commission approved all six public hearing items, including a conditional use permit for a Hy-Vee grocery store, a car wash, a rezone, and several plats. All votes were unanimous except for the Cheyenne Ridge final plat and Kayda Corner 2 preliminary plat, which passed 5-1 with Commission Member Doug Clark voting against. The commission also approved the consent agenda and adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including October 26, 2021 minutes.
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for automated tunnel car wash (New Potato Creek Holdings).
• Recommended approval of revised preliminary/final plat and rezone for 192nd & Cypress, LLC.
• Approved conditional use permit for Hy-Vee grocery store (large box retail).
• Approved rezone from R-3 to R-4 for Highland Pointe Subdivision (Charleston Homes).
• Approved final plat for Cheyenne Ridge (MDC Pflug Partners) — 5-1, Clark opposed.
• Approved preliminary plat and rezone for Kayda Corner Phase 2 (Knight Land Company) — 5-1, Clark opposed.

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, hear committee reports, and discuss current business including a library logo refresh, review of the 2017 fire/fire alarm policy, and approval of employee reviews. The board will also enter executive session to discuss employee evaluations. No old business is listed.

• Approval of September and October 2021 claims and reports
• Library logo refresh discussion
• Review of 2017 fire/fire alarm policy
• Employee reviews: Heba Zaheer, Meggie Schmidt (six-month), Jennifer Lockwood (annual)
• Executive session for employee evaluation discussion

The Library Board of Trustees approved the new library logo and card design, the updated Fire/Fire Alarm Policy, and the financial reports for September and October 2021. Employee reviews for three staff members were approved after an executive session. The board also discussed a grant opportunity for a feasibility study and noted the city's new ward structure.

• Approved September 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September & October 2021 Claims and Reports (unanimous)
• Approved new library logo and card design (unanimous)
• Approved updated Fire/Fire Alarm Policy (unanimous)
• Approved employee reviews for Heba Zaheer, Meggie Schmidt, and Jennifer Lockwood (unanimous)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold five public hearings on requests including a conditional use permit for concrete storage, two rezoning and plat approvals, and two future land use map items. The council will also consider ordinances on fees, firearms discharge, land use, and new council wards, plus several contracts and pay requests for construction projects.

• Conditional use permit for Mile High Investments LLC for concrete storage at NE corner of S 204th St and Patton St
• Rezone and plat for Dragon Land Company LLC from TA/MUC to R-4/MUC near Hwy 370 and 192nd St
• Rezone and preliminary plat for Summit Land Development Co. LLC to RE for 41-lot subdivision south of Schram Rd and east of 198th St
• Future Land Use Map approval for new two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction and amendment creating Crossings Corridor Overlay
• Award sewer construction contract to Vrba Construction and pay request of $343,500.39 for Gretna Crossing Park

The Gretna City Council approved a conditional use permit for concrete storage, a preliminary plat and rezoning for a 41-lot subdivision, and future land use maps including a new Crossings Corridor Overlay. They also awarded a sewer construction contract to Vrba Construction, approved a pay request for Graham Construction, and adopted a new ward map based on the 2020 Census.

• Approved conditional use permit for Mile High Investments (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Summit Land Development (4-0)
• Approved future land use map for extraterritorial jurisdiction (4-0)
• Approved future land use map amendment creating Crossings Corridor Overlay (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2098 (fee changes) (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2099 (firearms discharge) first reading (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2101 (new council wards) (4-0)
• Awarded Northwest Subbasin Interceptor Sewer contract to Vrba Construction (4-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to discuss and decide on its 2021-2022 budget, a grant application for 2022, and plans for the 2022 Arbor Day celebration and poster contest. The agenda also includes reports on fall tree planting and upcoming events, such as a tree talk and a business fair.

• NRD Papio-Missouri River Grant Application for 2022
• Gretna Arbor Day Celebration – 29 April, Harvest Hills Elementary
• Gretna Arbor Society 2021-2022 Budget
• Gretna Crossing Park – Tree Advisory Committee
• Gretna Grandest Tree Contest

The Library Board of Trustees approved the September 2021 minutes, the September and October 2021 financial claims and reports, a new library logo, and an updated Fire/Fire Alarm Policy. The board also moved into executive session to discuss and then approved three employee reviews. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September & October 2021 Claims and Reports (unanimous)
• Approved new library logo (unanimous)
• Approved updated Fire/Fire Alarm Policy (unanimous)
• Approved employee review for Heba Zaheer (unanimous)
• Approved employee review for Meggie Schmidt (unanimous)
• Approved employee review for Jennifer Lockwood (unanimous)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will meet to vote on several ordinances, resolutions, and contracts, including a rezoning for Gretna Senior Living, a four-way stop at S. 192nd Street and Schram Road, and multiple sewer and water main project payments. The agenda also includes approving new volunteer fire department members and entering executive session for pending litigation.

• Ordinance 2094: Rezone Gretna Senior Living Lot 4 from R-2 to MUC
• Resolution 11-21(1): Approve four-way stop at S. 192nd Street and Schram Road
• Pay requests: Tiburon sewer Phase 3 Part 2 ($242,442.59), Part 3 ($36,965.00), Highland Pointe water main ($66,813.64)
• Award construction contract for Gretna Northwest Subbasin Interceptor Sewer Phase 1 to Vrba Construction
• Approve new volunteer fire department members: Colby Heavican, Nathan Betz, Cole Lewis, Tanner Cappello

The Gretna City Council approved a consent agenda including $1.4M in claims, adopted Ordinance 2094 to rezone Gretna Senior Living Lot 4 from R-2 to MUC, and adopted Ordinance 2097 to update the zoning map for the new two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction. The council also approved a four-way stop at S. 192nd Street and Schram Road, introduced a fee ordinance, and approved multiple construction change orders and pay requests. The Gretna Northwest Subbasin Interceptor Sewer Phase 1 contract award was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,399,344.57 in claims (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2094 rezoning Gretna Senior Living Lot 4 to MUC (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2097 updating official zoning map for extraterritorial jurisdiction (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 11-21(1) for four-way stop at S. 192nd St & Schram Rd (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2098 amending Master Fee Ordinance, first reading (4-0)
• Approved change orders and pay requests for sewer, water main, and highway projects (4-0)
• Approved planning services agreement with Confluence, Inc. for Crossings Corridor (4-0)
• Tabled Gretna Northwest Subbasin Interceptor Sewer Phase 1 contract award

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use requests, including a conditional use permit for concrete storage, two subdivision plats with rezones, and two Future Land Use Map items. Public hearings will be held for each item, and the meeting is available via Zoom for listening only.

• Conditional use permit for Mile High Investments LLC at 20308 Patton Street for non-hazardous concrete storage
• Revised Preliminary and Final Plat and rezone for Kayda Corner (96 lots) from TA and MUC to R-4 and MUC at Hwy 370 and 192nd St
• Preliminary Plat and rezone for Harvest Estates (41 lots) from TA to RE, south of Schram Rd and east of 198th St
• Future Land Use Map approval for areas in new Two-Mile extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction
• Future Land Use Map amendment creating corridor overlay near S. 204th St, Platteview Rd, Hwy 31/6, and Capehart Rd

The Gretna Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Mile High Investments to store and process non-hazardous materials (concrete) at 20308 Patton Street, subject to conditions including dust mitigation and limited hours. The commission also recommended approval of a revised plat and rezone for Kayda Corner, a preliminary plat and rezone for Harvest Estates, a future land use map for the new extraterritorial jurisdiction, and a new Crossings Corridor Overlay. All other items were approved unanimously.

• Approved conditional use permit for concrete storage/processing at 20308 Patton St. with conditions (5-1)
• Recommended approval of revised preliminary/final plat and rezone for Kayda Corner (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezone for Harvest Estates, 41-lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved future land use map for new two-mile extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction (unanimous)
• Approved new Crossings Corridor Overlay future land use map amendment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including September 28, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve September minutes and financial claims, hear committee reports, and review the 2017 Fire/Fire Alarm Policy. The board will also approve six-month employee reviews for two staff members and may enter executive session to discuss employee evaluations.

• Review of Fire/Fire Alarm Policy (2017)
• Approval of six-month employee reviews for Heba Zaheer and Meggie Schmidt
• Approval of September 2021 claims and financial report
• Committee reports on finance, building/grounds/technology, administration/personnel, and public relations
• Possible executive session for employee evaluation discussion

City Council

The Gretna City Council and Community Development Agency will meet jointly on October 19, 2021. The CDA will consider approving an amended redevelopment contract (Amendment No. 2) for the Gretna Senior Living project, which involves $7.5 million in tax increment financing. The City Council will hold public hearings on three separate rezoning and plat requests: Lincoln Ridge, Gruenther Ridge, and Gretna Logistics Park.

• CDA Resolution No. 10-21 (3): Approve Amended Redevelopment Contract (Amendment No. 2) for Gretna Senior Living, with $7,500,000 TIF
• Public hearing: Final Plat and rezone from TA Trans Ag to R-4 for Lincoln Ridge (Lots 1-99, Outlots A-E), west of 216th St. and south of Lincoln Road
• Public hearing: Final Plat Phase 1 and rezone from TA Trans Ag to R-2 (Lots 1-27) and R-4 (Lots 28-162) for Gruenther Ridge, southwest of 216th St. and Gruenther Road
• Public hearing: Preliminary Plat and rezone from TA Trans Ag with corridor overlay to I-2 Heavy Industrial with corridor overlay for Gretna Logistics Park, north of Platteview Road

The Gretna City Council approved the final plat and rezoning for Lincoln Ridge (TA to R-4) and Gruenther Ridge Phase 1 (TA to R-2/R-4), the latter with a condition for no parking signs on one side of the street. It also approved a preliminary plat and rezoning for Gretna Logistics Park (TA to I-2), introduced Ordinance 2097 for zoning in the new two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction, and approved a Class D liquor license for Casey's General Store. The council approved multiple pay requests and contracts for the Gretna Crossing Park project, including awarding the baseball/softball complex bid to MCL Construction.

• Approved Lincoln Ridge final plat and rezoning to R-4 (3-0, Herring absent)
• Approved Gruenther Ridge Phase 1 final plat and rezoning to R-2/R-4 with no parking signs condition (2-1, Alexander nay)
• Approved Gretna Logistics Park preliminary plat and rezoning to I-2 (3-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2097 for zoning in new two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction (3-0)
• Approved Casey's General Store Class D liquor license (3-0)
• Approved $1,517,051.06 in claims (3-0)
• Awarded Gretna Crossing Park baseball/softball complex bid to MCL Construction with alternates 1, 2, 4, 6 (3-0)
• Approved $75,960 compensation adjustment for DLR Group for Gretna Crossing Recreation and Aquatics Center (3-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to review recent tree giveaway and planting events, discuss the Gretna Crossing Park tree advisory committee, and plan upcoming 2022 activities including a conference, tree talk, poster contest, and Arbor Day celebration. The meeting will be held in the basement of Gretna City Hall at 7 pm.

• Review of Sept. 25 tree giveaway and planting workshop
• Review of Oct. 2 'Free Trees for Fall Planting' event
• Discussion of Gretna Crossing Park tree advisory committee
• Planning for NAA 2022 Great Plains Conference (Jan 17-18, 2022)
• Planning for 2022 Arbor Day celebration at Harvest Hills Elementary School

The Gretna Arbor Society (Tree Board) held its regular meeting, approving the September minutes. They discussed the successful September Tree Giveaway and agreed to consider offering more trees in the future. The board also planned for the 2022 Arbor Day celebration at Harvest Hills Elementary and the Gretna Tree Talk in March 2022. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting
• Agreed to consider offering more trees in future giveaways
• Planned Arbor Day 2022 celebration at Harvest Hills Elementary
• Planned Gretna Tree Talk for Saturday morning in March 2022

City Council

The Community Development Agency is reviewing an amended redevelopment plan for Gretna Senior Living, LLC at 11010 S. Hwy 6/31. The project proposes a mixed-use development including senior apartments, assisted living, and skilled nursing on approximately 34 acres. The agency will consider a resolution to recommend approval of this plan to the Gretna City Council.

• Proposed $80 million mixed-use redevelopment project
• Request for $7,500,000 in Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
• Development includes senior apartments, assisted living, and skilled nursing suites
• Project includes new public streets, Scofield Drive and 208th Street
• Planned construction start dates in March 2022 and Summer 2022

The Gretna City Council approved a combined revised preliminary/final plat, amended CUP, and rezoning for the Gretna Senior Living project, along with an amended redevelopment plan using TIF. It also adopted ordinances to rezone the Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park, extend extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction, and designate zoning for newly annexed areas. The council authorized up to $29.3 million in general obligation refunding bonds for annexed SIDs and approved multiple construction contracts and pay requests.

• Approved Gretna Senior Living replat, amended CUP, and rezoning (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2090 amending residential zoning regulations (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2091 rezoning Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park to HC and I-2 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2092 extending extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2093 designating zoning for newly annexed areas east of 192nd St (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2096 authorizing $29.3M GO refunding bonds (4-0)
• Awarded Well No. 9 contracts to Sargent Drilling and Vrba Construction (4-0)
• Tabled Gretna Northwest Sub-basin Interceptor Sewer Phase 1 contract

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on multiple development projects involving residential, industrial, and commercial rezonings. The agenda also includes a request to approve zoning designations for areas within the city's new two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Lincoln Ridge: Final Plat and rezoning from TA Trans Ag to R-4 Highest Density residential
• Gruenther Ridge: Final Plat Phase 1 and rezoning from TA Trans Ag to R-2 and R-4
• Gretna Logistics Park: Preliminary Plat and rezoning from TA Trans Ag to I-2 Heavy Industrial
• Gretna Senior Living Replat 1: Revised Preliminary/Final Replat, Amended CUP, and Rezoning
• Approval of zoning designations for the City’s New Up To Two Mile Extraterritorial Jurisdiction

The Gretna Planning Commission recommended approval of five items: a final plat and rezone for Lincoln Ridge, a final plat and rezone for Gruenther Ridge, a preliminary plat and rezone for Gretna Logistics Park, a revised replat and rezone for Gretna Senior Living, and zoning designations for the city's new extraterritorial jurisdiction. All recommendations are subject to developer compliance with staff comment letters. The commission also approved the consent agenda and adjourned.

• Recommended approval of Lincoln Ridge final plat and rezone to R-4, with a waiver for block length, subject to staff comment compliance
• Recommended approval of Gruenther Ridge final plat and rezone (R-2 for Lots 1-27, R-4 for Lots 28-162), with a waiver for cul de sac length, subject to staff comment compliance (vote 6-1, Clark opposed)
• Approved Gretna Logistics Park preliminary plat and rezone to I-2 Heavy Industrial with Corridor Overlay, subject to staff comment compliance
• Approved Gretna Senior Living Replat 1 revised preliminary/final replat, rezone to MUC, amended CUP, and amended redevelopment plan, subject to staff comment compliance
• Approved zoning designations for areas within the city's new two-mile extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction, previously under Sarpy County
• Approved the consent agenda, including the September 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve August 2021 minutes and financial reports. The agenda includes a review of the 2018 circulation policy and a review of the 2018 financial policy regarding late fees.

• Review of Financial Policy revision to eliminate late fees
• Review of Circulation Policy
• Approval of Adina Bell annual employee review
• Reports from Finance, Building, Grounds, Technology, Administration, Personnel, and Public Relations committees

The Gretna Public Library Board approved a revised Financial Policy that eliminates daily overdue fees and references the Circulation Policy. They also approved a Circulation Policy revision lowering the library card age from 6 to 5 years old and adding protections for federally protected classes and daycare providers. The board approved the annual review of Adina Bell after an executive session.

• Approved August 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2021 claims and reports (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Policy revision eliminating late fees (unanimous)
• Approved Circulation Policy revision lowering card age to 5 (unanimous)
• Moved employee review of Adina Bell to executive session (unanimous)
• Approved annual review of Adina Bell (unanimous)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on five items: a final plat for Parkview Phase 1, a conditional use permit for a brewery/taproom, a preliminary plat and rezone for Cheyenne Ridge, zoning designations for newly annexed areas, and an extension of extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction. The council will also consider ordinances and resolutions, including a 4-way stop at 180th and Schram Road, and approve contracts for Gretna Crossing Park.

• Final plat for Parkview Phase 1 (166 lots) northwest of 204th and Capehart Road
• Conditional use permit for brewery/taproom at 20333 Patton Street
• Preliminary plat and rezone for Cheyenne Ridge (53 lots) southeast of 168th and Cornhusker Road
• Zoning designations for newly annexed areas east of South 192nd Street, north of I-80, west of Hwy 50
• Ordinance 2091: Rezone Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park Lots 1-16 from I-1/FX to HC/I-2

The Gretna City Council approved the final plat for Parkview Phase 1, a conditional use permit for a brewery/taproom at 20333 Patton Street, and zoning designations for newly annexed areas east of South 192nd Street. It also approved the extension of extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction up to two miles, second readings of Ordinances 2090 and 2091, first readings of Ordinances 2092 and 2093, and a resolution for a four-way stop at 180th and Schram. The council tabled the Cheyenne Ridge preliminary plat and rezoning request to address staff comments. All votes were 3-0 with one absence.

• Approved final plat for Parkview Phase 1 (3-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for brewery/taproom at 20333 Patton Street (3-0)
• Tabled Cheyenne Ridge preliminary plat and rezoning request (3-0)
• Approved zoning designations for newly annexed areas east of South 192nd Street (3-0)
• Approved extension of extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction up to two miles (3-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2090 (residential zoning amendments) (3-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2091 (rezoning Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park) (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinances 2092 and 2093 (zoning map amendments) (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings to approve zoning designations for areas recently annexed from Sarpy County. The body will also vote to extend the city's extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction up to two miles from the new corporate limits. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of zoning designations for areas east of South 192nd Street, north of I-80, and west of Hwy 50
• Approval of extension of extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction up to two miles from new corporate limits

The Gretna Planning Commission recommended approval of zoning designations for newly annexed areas east of South 192nd Street, north of I-80, and west of Hwy 50, previously under Sarpy County jurisdiction. It also recommended extending Gretna's extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction up to two miles from the new corporate limits. Both recommendations were approved unanimously and will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of zoning designations for newly annexed areas (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction extension up to two miles (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August 24, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and evaluating a summer field day. Members will also update plans for a tree giveaway and planting workshop on September 25, discuss free trees for fall planting on October 2, and prepare for the 2022 Great Plains Conference in January.

• Approval of Arbor Society meeting minutes from 10 August 2021
• 25 Sept. Gretna Tree Giveaway & Planting Workshop update
• NSA free trees for fall planting and additional trees, 2nd Oct.
• NAA 2022 Great Plains Conference, 17 & 18 Jan 2022
• Gretna Grandest Tree and Arbor Society hours due by end of September

The Gretna Arbor Society approved the August 10, 2021 meeting minutes and set an October 2 planting date in Leo Royal Park, with city staff digging holes and Macovicka Physical Therapy staff volunteering. The board also scheduled a September 25 tree giveaway and planting workshop at the Middle School lot, offering Prairie Gold Aspen, Red Oak, and Tulip Tree species. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved the minutes of the August 10, 2021 meeting
• Scheduled October 2 planting in Leo Royal Park with 10 trees funded by a Nebraska Statewide Arboretum grant
• Scheduled September 25 tree giveaway and planting workshop at the Middle School lot with three tree species

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2021-2022 budget of $56,328,708, then set the final property tax request of $2,182,423. Following the hearing, the regular meeting will consider rezoning, construction pay requests, liquor licenses, and other routine business.

• Public hearing on 2021-2022 budget of $56,328,708 and property tax request of $2,182,423
• Ordinance 2089: Rezoning Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park No. 2 Lots 1-16 and Outlots A-D to HC and I-2 districts
• Ordinance 2090: Amending residential zoning regulations for detached garages and accessory structures
• Resolution 9-21(1): Setting the property tax request for 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Approval of multiple construction pay requests, including $430,169.25 for Capehart Rd. project and $235,503.51 for Highland Pointe water main

The Gretna City Council approved the property tax request for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and introduced ordinances to rezone the Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park and amend residential zoning regulations. The council also approved numerous construction pay requests and change orders for projects including Gretna Crossing Park, sewer and water main improvements, and a final downtown streetscape payment. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $2,129,422.85.
• Introduced Ordinance 2089 to rezone Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park No. 2 Subdivision to HC and I-2 districts.
• Introduced Ordinance 2090 amending residential zoning regulations for garages and accessory structures.
• Approved Resolution 9-21 (1) setting the property tax request for fiscal year 2021-2022.
• Approved sewer connection agreements with SID No. 354 (Sunset Meadows) and SID No. 321 (Palisades Pointe).
• Approved multiple pay requests and change orders for Gretna Crossing Park, including $158,903.79 to DLR Group and $430,169.25 to JEO Consulting.
• Approved manager's liquor applications for Bosselman Pump & Pantry and Pit Stop G&C Gretna.
• Approved a new Planner job description and a special event fireworks application for Premier Electric.

Planning Commission

The Commission recommended approval of the Parkview Phase 1 final plat, subject to city staff report requirements, and also recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a brewery/taproom/food establishment in the HC Highway Commercial District, also subject to staff report compliance. Both recommendations were made after public hearings with no opposition. The Commission also scheduled a special meeting for September 14 to address zoning in newly annexed areas and the two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the July 27, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Recommended approval of the Parkview Phase 1 final plat, subject to city staff report requirements.
• Recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a brewery/taproom/food establishment, subject to city staff report requirements.
• Scheduled a special meeting for September 14 to address zoning in annexed areas and the two-mile ETJ.

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will review July 2021 financial reports and minutes. The board is also considering the elimination of late fees, which requires City Council approval.

• Discussion regarding the elimination of late fees
• Annual employee review for Rebecca McCordindale
• Annual employee review for Kristina Reed
• Review of July 2021 claims and reports

The Gretna Public Library Board voted unanimously to suspend overdue fines through the end of 2021 while working on a fine-free initiative. The board also approved the July minutes, financial reports, and annual employee reviews for Rebecca McCorkindale and Kristina Reed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Suspended overdue fines through end of 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved July 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2021 claims and reports (unanimous)
• Moved annual reviews of McCorkindale and Reed to executive session (unanimous)
• Approved annual review of Rebecca McCorkindale (unanimous)
• Approved annual review of Kristina Reed (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding large-scale residential and industrial rezonings for the Silverstone and Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park developments. The agenda also includes reviewing bids for water main improvements and approving multiple task orders for Gretna Crossing Park.

• Public hearing: Preliminary Plat and rezone for Silverstone subdivision (216.67 acres, 592 lots)
• Public hearing: Final Plat and rezone for Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park No. 2 (52.15 acres)
• Public hearing: Changes to Zoning Code Section 4.14 regarding accessory structures
• Gretna Crossing Park task orders: Grading ($56,675.50), Roadway/Utilities ($27,800.50), and Ball Fields ($38,850.00)
• Resolution 8-21(3): Declaring Gretna a City of the First Class per 2020 Census

The Gretna City Council approved a preliminary plat and rezoning for the 216.67-acre Silverstone subdivision (592 lots) between 204th and 216th Streets, changing the zoning from agricultural/residential to high-density residential and highway commercial. The council also approved a final plat and rezoning for the Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park No. 2, contingent on Sarpy County approval, and adopted three resolutions related to annexation agreements and the city's reclassification as a first-class city. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Silverstone preliminary plat and rezoning (4-0)
• Approved Hwy 31 & I-80 Business Park No. 2 final plat and rezoning, contingent on Sarpy County (4-0)
• Approved zoning code changes for accessory structures (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 8-21(1) approving Millard Fire Protection District annexation agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 8-21(2) approving S.I.D. No. 48 partial annexation and merger agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 8-21(3) declaring Gretna a first-class city (population 5,083) (4-0)
• Approved lobbying agreement with Kissel Kohout ES Associates (4-0)
• Approved JEO Consulting pay request for Gretna Crossing Park (4-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society (Tree Board) will meet to approve July minutes and plan several upcoming activities, including an NAA Summer Field Day registration, a free-tree fall planting application, a Sept. 25 tree giveaway and planting workshop, and work in North Park. The group will also discuss the Gretna Crossing Park Tree Advisory Committee and set the agenda for fiscal year 2022 projects and events.

• Approval of Arbor Society meeting minutes from 13 July 2021
• NAA Summer Field Day registration on 13 August
• NSA free trees for fall planting application and additional trees
• 25 Sept. Gretna Tree Giveaway & Planting Workshop update
• Gretna Crossing Park – Tree Advisory Committee discussion

The Gretna Arbor Society approved a grant application with the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum for a tree planting in Leo Royal Park, tentatively scheduled for October 2nd. The board also finalized plans for a September 25 tree giveaway and planting workshop, with 105 trees ordered and 94 registrations. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved grant application with Nebraska Statewide Arboretum
• Scheduled tree planting for October 2nd in Leo Royal Park
• Ordered 10 #7 trees for the park planting
• Scheduled tree giveaway and planting workshop for September 25
• Ordered 105 trees for the giveaway, with 94 registered
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Gretna City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance delaying the National Electrical Code 2020 effective date, a sewer rate reduction request, and multiple sewer connection and construction agreements. The agenda also includes an executive session for litigation and contract negotiations.

• Ordinance 2088 delaying National Electrical Code 2020 effective date from Aug 1 to Oct 1, 2021
• Sewer rate reduction request for Lisa Spencer at 21725 Hilltop Ave
• Sewer connection agreement with SID No. 346 for Windsor West Phase 3 (Lots 55-97, Outlot J)
• Pay requests: Vrba Construction $264,406.72; Compass Utility $137,661.86; Kersten Construction $141,638.08
• Executive session for litigation and contract negotiations

The Gretna City Council approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $1,088,941.72. It adopted Ordinance 2088, moving the effective date of the National Electrical Code 2020 adoption to October 1, 2021. The council also approved a sewer rate reduction for Lisa Spencer, sewer connection agreements with SIDs 346 and 331, and pay requests for sewer and water main projects. All votes were 3-0 with one absence.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $1,088,941.72 (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2088 amending electrical code effective date to Oct 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved sewer rate reduction request for Lisa Spencer (3-0)
• Approved sewer connection agreement with SID 346 for Windsor West Phase 3 (3-0)
• Approved subdivision, sewer, and HOA agreements with SID 331 for Aspen Creek North Phase 2 (3-0)
• Approved pay request #2 for Vrba Construction, $264,406.72 (3-0)
• Approved pay request #1 for Compass Utility LLC, $141,638.08 (3-0)
• Approved pay request #2 for Kersten Construction, $162,368.05 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a preliminary plat and rezoning for the 216.67-acre Silverstone subdivision, a final plat and rezoning for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No. 2, and proposed changes to zoning code Section 4.14 regarding accessory structures. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting.

• Preliminary plat and rezone for Silverstone: 216.67 acres, 592 lots, from TA Trans Ag and RE Residential Estates to R-3/R-4 High Density and HC Highway Commercial, located between 204th St. and 216th St. between Lincoln Road and Cornhusker Road
• Final plat and rezone for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No. 2: 52.15 acres, from FX Flex and I-1 Light Industrial to HC Highway Commercial and I-2 Heavy Industrial, northeast of Hwy 31 and Platteview Road
• Zoning code changes to Section 4.14 Accessory Structures: slope and total square footage in residential districts
• Public hearings for all three items
• Meeting held in person with Zoom listening only

The Gretna Planning Commission recommended approval of the Silverstone preliminary plat and rezone from TA Trans AG and RE Residential Estates to R-3, R-4, and HC Highway Commercial, with a 5-1 vote. It also approved the final plat and rezone for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No. 2, and approved changes to the Zoning Code regarding accessory structures. All actions were subject to compliance with staff reports and city engineer requirements.

• Recommended approval of Silverstone preliminary plat and rezone (5-1, Clark opposed)
• Approved final plat and rezone for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Code changes for accessory structures (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including April 27, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve May minutes and financial reports, hear committee updates, and discuss current business including estimated budget expenses for August-September, a revision to the 2019 library card policy, and annual employee reviews. The board will also enter executive session to discuss employee evaluations.

• Approval of May 2021 meeting minutes and financial claims/reports
• Discussion of estimated budget expenses for August-September
• Revision of 2019 Library Card Policy to include location rules for obtaining a card
• Annual reviews for employees Grace Rempp and Zoe Fosbinder
• Executive session for employee evaluation discussion

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees approved the August-September budget expenses, revised the Library Card Policy to include location rules, and approved annual employee reviews for Grace Rempp and Zoe Fosbinder after an executive session. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the June 2021 minutes and May 2021 claims and reports.

• Approved June 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 2021 Claims and Reports (unanimous)
• Approved August-September budget expenses (unanimous)
• Approved revised Library Card Policy with location rules (unanimous)
• Approved annual review of Grace Rempp (unanimous)
• Approved annual review of Zoe Fosbinder (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering several infrastructure projects, including paving and utility improvements for Gretna Crossing Park. The agenda also includes reviewing bids for Schram Road water main improvements and approving various service contracts.

• Review of bids and contract award to Graham Construction for Gretna Crossing Park paving and utilities
• Approval of JEO Consulting Task Order #1 change order of -$201,064.00 for Gretna Crossing Park
• Approval of Kersten Construction Inc. pay request for $187,385.53 for Harvest Hills Water Main Improvements
• Review of bids and contract award for Schram Road Water Main Improvements
• Approval of AT&T Reimbursement Agreement and Encroachment Permit for Gretna Crossing Park

The council approved an interlocal agreement with the Gretna Public School District for the construction, financing, and operation of the Gretna Crossing Park Recreation and Aquatic Center, as well as a management agreement with the YMCA and the school district. They also awarded a construction bid for the park to Graham Construction and approved a change order and pay request for the project. Additionally, the council approved a contract with JDW Midwest for building code inspections and plan review services, and awarded a bid for Schram Road water main improvements to Valley Corporation.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $1,384,732.72
• Approved contract with JDW Midwest LLC for building code inspections and plan review services
• Awarded Gretna Crossing Park paving and utility improvements bid to Graham Construction
• Approved AT&T reimbursement agreement and encroachment permit for Gretna Crossing Park
• Approved change order no. 1 for JEO Consulting, reducing costs by $201,064.00
• Approved pay request no. 2 to Ruff Grading for $806,264.15 for Gretna Crossing Park
• Approved pay request no. 2 to Kersten Construction for $187,385.53 for Harvest Hills water main improvements
• Approved interlocal agreement with Gretna Public School District for aquatic center and management agreement with YMCA

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to handle routine business and plan upcoming tree-related events. They will discuss the fall tree giveaway and planting workshop, a free trees application, and a tree advisory committee for Gretna Crossing Park. The agenda is mostly procedural and event planning.

• 25 Sept. Gretna Tree Giveaway & Planting Workshop Committee Report
• NSA Free Trees for Fall Planting application & additional trees
• Gretna Crossing Park – Tree Advisory Committee
• Tree City USA Road Sign along 370
• NAA Summer Field Day, 13 August, Arbor Society registration

The Gretna Arbor Society approved a grant application with the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, leading to a planned early-fall planting along the west edge of Leo Royal Park, with volunteer assistance from Macovicka Physical Therapy staff. The board also scheduled the Tree Giveaway and Planting Workshop for September 25, with online registration to determine tree quantities. The Tree City USA road sign was installed on NE Highway 370, and the annual Tree Talk was postponed to April 2022.

• Approved the grant application with Nebraska Statewide Arboretum for fall planting in Leo Royal Park
• Scheduled the Tree Giveaway and Planting Workshop for September 25
• Planned to order trees after initial registrations are tallied
• Installed the Tree City USA road sign on NE Highway 370
• Postponed the annual Tree Talk to April 2022
• Approved the minutes of the June 8, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Gretna City Council will vote to adopt Ordinance 2087, amending the Transportation Plan within the Gretna Comprehensive Plan Update 2020. The body will also approve multiple construction pay requests and task orders for infrastructure projects, including the Gretna Community Center Pool and Gretna Crossing Park. Additionally, the Council will review bids and consider awarding the construction contract for Highway 6/31 & Lincoln Road improvements to Midwest DCM.

• Ordinance 2087: Amending the Transportation Plan within the Gretna Comprehensive Plan Update 2020
• Resolution 7-21(1): Adopting the 2021 Papio-Missouri River NRD Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Gretna Community Center Pool: Approve DLR Group pay requests totaling $424,071.92
• Gretna Crossing Park: Approve JEO Consulting task orders for design and improvements totaling $130,644.60
• Highway 6/31 & Lincoln Road: Review bids and consider award of construction contract to Midwest DCM

The Gretna City Council approved the consent agenda, including $1,739,785.55 in claims, and adopted Ordinance 2087 amending the transportation plan. They also approved Resolution 7-21(1) adopting the 2021 Papio-Missouri River NRD Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. The council approved several pay requests and change orders for construction projects, including DLR Group, JEO Consulting, Kersten Construction, and Vrba Construction, and awarded a construction contract to Midwest DCM for Highway 6/31 & Lincoln Road improvements. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved consent agenda including $1,739,785.55 in claims
• Adopted Ordinance 2087 amending the transportation plan
• Adopted Resolution 7-21(1) for the 2021 Papio-Missouri River NRD Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approved DLR Group pay requests totaling $424,071.92 for the Community Center Pool
• Approved JEO change order No. 5 for Gretna Crossing Park Sewer Extension design
• Approved Special Designated License for Knights of Columbus July 30, 2021 event
• Approved JEO task orders for Gretna Crossing Park totaling $130,644.60
• Approved Kersten Construction change order and pay request for Hidden Hollow & Harvest Hills water main improvements

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will discuss and potentially set a reopening date for the Children's Library, review an irritated patron policy, and approve annual employee reviews. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and financial reports, plus an executive session for employee evaluation.

• Discussion: Children's Library reopening date
• Review of Irritated Patron Policy (2017)
• Approval of annual reviews for Ashley Suey and Alyssa Rogers
• Approval of May 2021 claims and reports
• Executive session for employee evaluation

The Library Board approved reopening the Children's Library on Tuesday, June 29th, and resuming Saturday hours on August 7th. They also approved the Irritated Patron Policy with changes and moved employee reviews to executive session, where they approved annual reviews for Ashley Suey and Alyssa Rogers. The board approved the April 2021 minutes and financial reports.

• Approved reopening Children's Library on June 29
• Approved resuming Saturday hours on August 7
• Approved Irritated Patron Policy with changes
• Moved annual reviews of Ashley Suey and Alyssa Rogers to executive session
• Approved annual review of Ashley Suey
• Approved annual review of Alyssa Rogers
• Approved April 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved April 2021 claims and reports

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider several items, including the third reading and adoption of Ordinance 2082 to rezone Lot 1 of the Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Subdivision from Transitional Agriculture to General Commercial. They will also review a second reading of Ordinance 2087 amending the Transportation Plan, and vote on resolutions supporting a state leadership certification and authorizing a loan for sanitary sewer repairs. Additionally, the council will act on sewer rate reduction requests, a Gretna Days event application, and a pay request for Gretna Crossing Park.

• Ordinance 2082: Rezone Lot 1, Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Subdivision from TA to GC
• Resolution 6-21(3): Authorize loan agreement with NDEE for sanitary sewer system repairs
• Pay Request No. 1 for Gretna Crossing Park to RL Ruff Inc: $193,387.50
• Sewer rate reduction requests for 422 Highland Drive and 11104 S. 212th Circle
• Gretna Days event application for July 29-August 1, 2021

The Gretna City Council approved a rezoning of Lot 1 of the Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Subdivision from agricultural to general commercial, adopted a resolution authorizing a sewer system repair loan from the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy, and approved the Gretna Days event for July 29-August 1, 2021. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The council also approved sewer rate reductions for two residents, a subdivision agreement for Aspen Creek Phase 5, and a pay request for Gretna Crossing Park.

• Approved Ordinance 2082 rezoning Lot 1 of Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Subdivision from TA to GC (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6-21(3) authorizing sewer system repair loan agreement with NDEE (4-0)
• Approved Gretna Days event application for July 29-August 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved sewer rate reduction for Judy & Robert Wollenburg at 422 Highland Drive (4-0)
• Approved sewer rate reduction for Edwin Thamer at 11104 S. 212th Circle (4-0)
• Approved Subdivision and Sewer Connection Agreement with SID No. 299 for Aspen Creek Phase 5 Lot 364 (4-0)
• Approved pay request No. 1 of $193,387.50 to RL Ruff Inc for Gretna Crossing Park (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including claims totaling $521,824.54 (4-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society (Tree Board) is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and discussing several tree-related programs and events. Items include applying for free trees for fall planting, an arborist school application, and planning for community events like the Tree Giveaway and Gretna Days.

• Tree City USA & Growth Awards for 2020
• NSA Free Trees for Fall Planting application
• Missy's NAA Arborist School Application
• Tree planting in May and Ron Sawyer's Award
• 25 Sept. Gretna Tree Giveaway & Planting Workshop

The Gretna Arbor Society (Tree Board) met on June 8, 2021, and approved the May 11 minutes. They discussed but did not finalize a tree purchase (deciding between #5 and #7 sizes), and noted several ongoing items: a submitted grant application, an Arborist School application, and the upcoming annual tree giveaway scheduled for September 25. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters.

• Approved May 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed tree purchase options (#5 vs #7) with no final decision
• Noted NSA grant application submitted for up to 10 trees
• Noted Missy's NAA Arborist School application submitted with 20% paid
• Scheduled annual tree giveaway for September 25, 2021

City Council

The Gretna Community Development Agency is meeting to consider approving Amendment No. 1 to the BDC Commons redevelopment contract and authorizing a $1.3 million tax increment revenue bond. The amendment designates lots for tax division and sets bond terms, including a zero percent interest rate and maturity by December 31, 2036. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting agenda and minutes from March 3, 2020.

• Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the BDC Commons Redevelopment Contract
• Authorizing issuance of $1,300,000 Tax Increment Revenue Bond
• Bond matures no later than December 31, 2036, at 0% interest
• Tax increment allocation for Lots 1-4 and Outlot A of BDC Commons Subdivision
• Approval of CDA minutes for March 3, 2020

The Gretna City Council approved a conditional use permit for a landscape business, adopted Ordinance 2085 rezoning Aspen Creek North Phase 2 to R-2 residential, and adopted Ordinance 2086 adopting the 2018 International Residential Code and related codes. The council also introduced Ordinance 2087 amending the transportation plan, adopted Ordinance 2088 authorizing a $2,000,000 loan for wastewater treatment improvements, and approved the South Sarpy Sewer Agency FY 2021-2022 budget. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved conditional use permit for Chad Mackling's landscape business (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2085 rezoning Aspen Creek North Phase 2 to R-2 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2086 adopting 2018 International Residential Code and related codes (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2087 amending transportation plan (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2088 authorizing $2,000,000 wastewater treatment loan (4-0)
• Approved South Sarpy Sewer Agency FY 2021-2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved sewer connection agreement for Tiburon Ridge North SID 278 (4-0)
• Approved multiple pay requests and change orders for construction projects (4-0)

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve the 2021-2022 library budget and review the Alcohol and Drugs Policy (2017). The board will also discuss the library's reopening as old business, along with routine approvals of April minutes and financial reports. Committee reports from finance, building/grounds/technology, administration/personnel, and public relations will be presented.

• 2021-2022 Library Budget Approval
• Discussion: Library's Reopening
• Alcohol and Drugs Policy (2017) review
• Approval of April 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of April 2021 claims and financial reports

The Library Board of Trustees approved the 2021-2022 library budget, which includes funds for air duct updates, new security cameras at the children's library, and digitalizing records. The board also approved an updated Alcohol and Drugs Policy to enhance staff and patron safety. Additionally, the board voted to continue current library hours and revisit the plan at the next meeting.

• Approved April 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2021 Claims and Reports (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 Library Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Alcohol and Drugs Policy (unanimous)
• Continued current library hours; revisit next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01pm (unanimous)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on six items, including a conditional use permit for Husker Diesel and five rezoning/preliminary plat requests for subdivisions such as Kayda Corner, Lincoln Ridge, Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No 2, and Parkview. The council will also consider amendments to the City Comprehensive Plan's Transportation Plan, second readings of ordinances on rezoning and building codes, and several business items including liquor licenses and a traffic signal task order.

• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for Husker Diesel, Inc. for automotive repair at 23232 S Hwy. 6
• Public hearing: Rezone and plat for Kayda Corner (Dragon Land Company/Fire Belly) to R-4 and MUC
• Public hearing: Rezone and preliminary plat for Lincoln Ridge (YDC, LLC) to R-4
• Public hearing: Rezone and preliminary plat for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No 2 (Heimes Group) to HC and I-2
• Ordinance 2086: Adopting 2018 International Residential Code and related codes

The council approved a consent agenda including claims totaling $426,762.59, and approved five conditional use permits, preliminary/final plats, and rezoning requests for Husker Diesel, Dragon Land Company, YDC LLC, Heimes Group, and McCune Development. They also approved amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, second readings of ordinances 2085 and 2086, a sewer agency budget amendment, and several administrative items. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $426,762.59 (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Husker Diesel (4-0)
• Approved revised preliminary plat, final plat, and rezoning for Dragon Land Company (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for YDC LLC (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Heimes Group LLC (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for McCune Development (4-0)
• Approved amendments to the City Comprehensive Plan (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2085 (rezoning Aspen Creek North Phase 2) and Ordinance 2086 (adopting building codes) (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Gretna Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for an accessory structure at 22202 Fairview Road. The request seeks to allow a 1:12 roof pitch instead of the required 3:12 in the REA Residential Estates Animal Zoning District. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance for accessory structure roof pitch at 22202 Fairview Road
• Request to allow 1:12 pitch instead of required 3:12 in REA district
• Approval of December 8, 2020 meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustments denied a variance request to allow a 1:12 roof pitch on an accessory structure at 22202 Fairview Road, because the statutory requirements for a variance were not met. The board also voted to recommend that city staff evaluate code amendments to allow all-steel accessory buildings with less than a 3:12 pitch in certain zoning districts.

• Approved consent agenda including meeting agenda and December 8, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for the variance request (unanimous)
• Denied variance for 1:12 pitch on accessory structure at 22202 Fairview Road (4-0)
• Recommended city staff evaluate code amendments for accessory buildings in RE and RE-A districts (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss several tree-related initiatives, including Tree City USA recognition, a tree rebate program, an NRD grant planting date, and upcoming planting events. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions or financial commitments detailed.

• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Arbor Day Foundation Tree City USA & Growth Awards
• Tree rebate program and budget discussion
• NRD tree grant planting date
• Tree planting on May 15, 2021

The Gretna Arbor Society (Tree Board) approved the April 13, 2021 minutes and discussed upcoming tree planting events, including 17 trees at North Park and 5 trees at Leo Royal Park. No new applications for the tree rebate program were received. The board also discussed purchasing smaller #5 trees instead of #7 trees, but no formal decision was recorded.

• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Scheduled Tree City USA Awards participation for May 14 (online)
• Planned planting of 17 NRD grant trees at North Park on May 14
• Scheduled planting of 5 trees at Leo Royal Park on May 15 with volunteers
• Honored Emeritus member Ron Sawyer with $100 gift card and Relict Bur Oak Award
• Scheduled annual tree giveaway for September 25
• Discussed purchase of #5 vs #7 trees (no decision recorded)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider several items, including adopting an ordinance to issue up to $2.25 million in refunding bonds to refinance existing debt, introducing a rezoning for Aspen Creek North Phase 2, and adopting updated building codes. They will also review and potentially award contracts for sewer improvements and a park project, and approve an interlocal agreement for county services.

• Ordinance 2084: Issue up to $2,250,000 in refunding bonds to refinance $2,125,000 of Series 2016 bonds
• Ordinance 2085: Rezone Aspen Creek North Phase 2 (Lots 148-281, Outlots O-Y) from TA to R-2
• Ordinance 2086: Adopt 2018 International Residential, Energy, and Pool/Spa codes
• Resolution 5-21: No parking at various locations in Burlington Park and Royal View areas
• Sewer contracts: Award Tiburon Phase 3 Part 2 to HOA Solutions, consider bids for Part 3, and pay Vrba Construction $122,908.25

The Gretna City Council approved Ordinance 2084 authorizing up to $2.25 million in General Obligation Refunding Bonds to refund $2.125 million of the 2016 bond series. The council also approved first readings of ordinances to rezone Aspen Creek North Phase 2 to R-2 residential and adopt updated building codes, plus a resolution establishing no-parking zones in Burlington Park and Royal View areas. Sewer construction contracts were awarded to HOA Solutions and Compass Utility LLC, and three task orders for the Gretna Crossing Park project were approved.

• Adopted Ordinance 2084 authorizing $2.25M refunding bonds (4-0)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 2085 rezoning Aspen Creek North Phase 2 to R-2 (4-0)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 2086 adopting 2018 building codes (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 5-21(1) establishing no-parking zones (4-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for county jail, prosecution, public defender services (4-0)
• Awarded sewer bid to HOA Solutions for Tiburon Phase 3 Part 2 (4-0)
• Awarded sewer construction contract to Compass Utility LLC for Tiburon Phase 3 Part 3 (4-0)
• Approved three task orders for Gretna Crossing Park project totaling $165,608.75 (4-0)

City Council

The Gretna City Council is holding a special meeting to interview three applicants for the city administrator position. The council will also consider approving the minutes from its April 20 meeting. The meeting will include an executive session on personnel matters.

• Interviews of City Administrator Applicants: Mark Rooney, Cole Bockelmann, Paula Dennison
• Approval of City Council Minutes, April 20, 2021
• Executive Session: Personnel

The Gretna City Council held a special meeting to interview three city administrator applicants: Mark Rooney, Cole Bockelmann, and Paula Dennison. After the interviews, the council entered executive session for personnel discussion but took no formal action to select or appoint a candidate. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions beyond approving the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including agenda and April 20, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Held interviews for city administrator applicants Mark Rooney, Cole Bockelmann, and Paula Dennison
• Entered executive session for personnel discussion at 8:54 pm (4-0)
• Exited executive session at 9:40 pm (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including conditional use permits, preliminary and final plats, and rezones for several developments. The commission will also review proposed amendments to the City Comprehensive Plan regarding transportation. The meeting is in person with Zoom listening only.

• Husker Diesel, Inc. requests a conditional use permit for automotive repair, sales, and service at 23232 S Hwy 6.
• Dragon Land Company/Fire Belly requests a revised preliminary and final plat and rezone for Kayda Corner subdivision.
• YDC, LLC requests a preliminary plat and rezone for Lincoln Ridge subdivision.
• Heimes Group LLC requests a preliminary plat and rezone for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No 2.
• McCune Development requests a preliminary plat and rezone for Parkview subdivision.

The Gretna Planning Commission held public hearings and recommended approval for six items: a conditional use permit for Husker Diesel, revised preliminary/final plat and rezone for Kayda Corner, preliminary plat and rezone for Lincoln Ridge, preliminary plat and rezone for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No 2, preliminary plat and rezone for Parkview, and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan's Transportation Plan. All votes were unanimous except for the Lincoln Ridge and Parkview items, which passed 5-1 with Doug Clark voting against. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for Husker Diesel (unanimous)
• Approved Revised Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and Rezone for Kayda Corner (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and Rezone for Lincoln Ridge (5-1, Clark opposed)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and Rezone for Hwy 31 & I 80 Business Park No 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and Rezone for Parkview (5-1, Clark opposed)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Transportation Plan amendments (unanimous)

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will meet to approve minutes and financial reports, hear committee updates, and discuss the library's reopening plan, including operational hours and services. They will also consider continuing the suspension of late fees and reviewing the video security camera policy.

• Discussion of library reopening plan and operational hours
• Continued suspension of late fees
• Review of Video Security Camera Policy (2016)
• Approval of March 2021 claims and reports

The Library Board approved reopening the Adult Library on May 17 with regular hours, while the Children's Library is slated to open in July. The board also voted to continue suspending late fees through August and approved an updated video security camera policy. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved March 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2021 claims and reports (unanimous)
• Approved reopening Adult Library on May 17 with regular hours (unanimous)
• Approved continued suspension of late fees through end of August (unanimous)
• Approved video security camera policy with changes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a coffee kiosk permit and a landscape business operation. The agenda also includes reviewing bids for park grading and authorizing $30,000 for emergency well repairs.

• Public hearing for a coffee kiosk at the SW corner of Highways 370 & 6
• Public hearing for a landscape business near S. 204th Street and Cornhusker Rd
• Approval of bid award to Ruff Grading for Gretna Crossing Park improvements
• Authorization of $30,000 from the Water Capital Reserve Account for Well #4 repairs
• Ordinance 2081 regarding extending extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction

The Gretna City Council denied a Conditional Use Permit for a coffee kiosk at 921 Village Square, citing concerns about harm to nearby properties and traffic. They approved the final plat for Aspen Creek North Phase 2 and proceeded with rezoning to R-2 Residential. The council also approved several ordinances, including a bond refund, and awarded a grading contract for Gretna Crossing Park.

• Denied Conditional Use Permit for coffee kiosk at 921 Village Square (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Aspen Creek North Phase 2 and rezoning to R-2 (4-0)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 2081 (extraterritorial zoning to FX Flex Space) (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2082 (rezoning Emerald Lawn & Landscaping to GC)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2084 (bond refund up to $2,250,000) (4-0)
• Approved Tammy Tisdall as Treasurer (4-0)
• Awarded Gretna Crossing Park grading bid to Ruff Grading (4-0)
• Approved $30,000 from Water Capital Reserve for Well #4 emergency repairs (4-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss several tree-related programs and events. Items include the Arbor Day Foundation Tree City USA & Growth Awards, a tree rebate program, an NRD tree grant planting date, and the Arbor Day celebration on April 30th. The board will also consider a Tree City USA road sign along Highway 370 and possible participation in Gretna Days in June.

• Arbor Day Foundation Tree City USA & Growth Awards
• News article on Tree Rebate Program & Budget
• NRD tree grant planting date
• Gretna Arbor Day Celebration, 30th April
• Tree City USA Road Sign along 370

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on six 2021 July 4th fireworks stand permits, then consider second readings of two rezonings (Double "S" Development to FX Flex Space, Emerald Lawn & Landscaping to GC General Commercial) and an emergency ordinance for well repairs. The council will also review bids and award a sewer construction contract, approve a liquor license, and consider fire department appointments.

• Public hearing on 2021 fireworks stands for six organizations including Gretna Lions Club and Optimist Club
• Ordinance 2081: Extend extraterritorial zoning and rezone Double "S" Development Lot 1 to FX Flex Space (second reading)
• Ordinance 2082: Rezone Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Lot 1 from TA to GC General Commercial (second reading)
• Ordinance 2083: Emergency repairs to Municipal Well #6, waiving bidding requirements
• Award sewer construction contract for Tiburon Sub-Basin Interceptor Phase 3 Part 2 (South) to Vrba Construction

The Gretna City Council approved a consent agenda including claims totaling $870,058.87, introduced Ordinance 2084 to issue up to $2.25 million in refunding bonds, and approved first reading of that ordinance. The council also approved second readings of ordinances to rezone properties, declared an emergency for well #6 repairs, approved fireworks stand applications, and awarded contracts for park and sewer projects.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $870,058.87
• Introduced and approved first reading of Ordinance 2084 for $2.25M bond refund
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2081 (rezoning to FX Flex Space)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2082 (rezoning to GC General Commercial)
• Declared emergency and waived bidding for well #6 repairs (Ordinance 2083)
• Approved 2021 fireworks stand applications for six organizations
• Approved task orders for Gretna Crossing Park: $100,050 and $7,802.50
• Awarded sewer construction contract to Vrba Construction

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit for a landscape business in a General Commercial district, and a final plat and rezone for Aspen Creek North Phase 2, a residential development. The meeting will be held in person with social distancing, and also available via Zoom for listening only.

• Conditional Use Permit for Chad Mackling's landscape business at 10275 S. 204th St., Lot 1 Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Subdivision
• Final Plat and Rezone from TA Trans. Ag to R-2 Residential for Aspen Creek North Phase 2, Lots 148-281 and outlots O-Y, northeast corner of 192nd St. and Lincoln Rd.
• Public hearings for both items
• Approval of February 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The Gretna Planning Commission recommended approval of a final plat and rezoning for the Aspen Creek North Phase 2 Subdivision, changing the zoning from TA Trans. Ag to R-2 Medium Density Residential, with a waiver for sidewalk mid-block crossings. It also recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a landscape business in the General Commercial district, subject to conditions. Both recommendations were unanimous and will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Aspen Creek North Phase 2 final plat and rezoning to R-2 (unanimous)
• Granted waiver for sidewalk mid-block crossings per Subdivision Regulations 4.14 and 8.01
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for landscape business at 10275 S. 204th St. (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including February 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees is meeting to review February 2021 minutes, financial reports, and claims. The agenda includes an update on the library's plan for reopening and a discussion regarding establishing an email address for the Board.

• Update/revisions to the Library’s Plan for Reopening
• Discussion to establish an email address for the Library Board
• Review of February 2021 Claims & Reports
• Review of February 2021 Meeting Minutes

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees voted to maintain the library's current reopening plan, which includes continuing curbside pickup and a phased reopening starting with the Main Library. The board also approved creating a board email address and changing the mission statement wording from 'user' to 'patron.' All votes were unanimous.

• Approved February 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2021 claims and reports (unanimous)
• Maintained current library reopening plan (unanimous)
• Created a Library Board email address (unanimous)
• Changed mission statement wording from 'user' to 'patron' (unanimous)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on five development requests, including preliminary and final plats for subdivisions, a conditional use permit for a car wash, a rezone for a new subdivision, and an extension of extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction. The council will also consider several ordinances, including rezoning and adopting the 2020 National Electrical Code, and will review bids and contracts for infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing: Czech Bros Inc. preliminary and final plat for Czech Bros 1st Addition, 25 acres west of Highway 31 and south of Pflug Rd.
• Public hearing: 192nd & Cypress LLC final plat for a single lot in Aspen Creek Phase 5, northeast corner of 192nd Street and Highway 370.
• Public hearing: City Ventures conditional use permit for automated car wash and interior detail in GC zoning, south of Oakmont Drive and east of 192nd Street.
• Public hearing: GCKR LLC preliminary plat and rezone from TA to R-2 and R-4 for Gruenther Ridge subdivision, Lots 1-311 and outlots A-K.
• Ordinance 2063: Rezoning Highland Pointe Subdivision from TA to R-3 with CO overlay and PUD; Ordinance 2079: Adopting 2020 National Electrical Code; Ordinance 2081: Extending extraterritorial zoning and rezoning to FX Flex Space; Ordinance 2082: Rezoning Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Lot 1 to GC.

The Gretna City Council approved several subdivision plats and rezoning requests, including Czech Bros 1st Addition, Aspen Creek Phase 5, Gruenther Ridge, and the Double "S" Development ETJ. They also adopted ordinances for Highland Pointe rezoning and the 2020 National Electrical Code, and approved a grant application for Gretna Crossing Park. The council approved various contracts and licenses, and tabled the approval of 2021 fireworks stands until April 6.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $506,237.58.
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Czech Bros 1st Addition subdivision.
• Approved final plat for Aspen Creek Phase 5 and conditional use permit for City Ventures car wash.
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Gruenther Ridge subdivision.
• Approved ETJ extension and rezoning for Double "S" Development.
• Adopted Ordinance 2063 (Highland Pointe rezoning) and Ordinance 2079 (National Electrical Code 2020).
• Approved Resolution 3-21 (1) to submit a grant application for Gretna Crossing Park.
• Tabled approval of 2021 fireworks stands until April 6, 2021.

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to discuss its role in the city, plan Arbor Day activities, and review tree-related programs. Items include the Tree City USA designation, a poster contest, a tree rebate program, and a possible tree giveaway. The board will also hear committee reports and consider ideas for 2021 events.

• Arbor Day Foundation Tree City USA & Growth Award
• Arbor Day Poster Contest, judging & awards, April dates
• Tree Rebate Program & Budget
• NRD tree planting grant notification
• Tree City USA Road Sign along 370

The Gretna Arbor Society board approved the renewal of Missy Ragatz as a board member and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The board tabled final plans for the Tree Giveaway to a future meeting, pending health measures in September. No other formal decisions were made; items like the Tree City USA award, NRD grant, and Arbor Day celebration are still pending.

• Approved renewal of Missy Ragatz as a board member.
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting.
• Tabled Tree Giveaway distribution plans to a future meeting.

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold a public hearing on a preliminary and final plat and rezoning request for the Emerald Lawn and Landscape subdivision, located east of Hwy. 6 and south of Cornhusker Rd. The council will also consider adopting the 2020 National Electrical Code, extending extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction over a portion of Sarpy County, and approving a $45,968 park improvement. The agenda includes consent items, claims, and a Tree Board appointment.

• Public hearing: Preliminary and Final Plat and Rezone from Trans. Ag TA to General Commercial GC for Emerald Lawn and Landscape (Lots 1-3, Outlot A, Taxlot 4B1A)
• Ordinance 2079: Adopting the National Electrical Code 2020 Edition (second reading)
• Ordinance 2080: Extending extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction and rezoning to TA Transitional Agriculture in S26, T13N, R10E and Hwy 31 right-of-way
• Approval of Park Advisory Committee recommendation to replace 3 Bay Swing Area with new swings and ground padding in North Park for $45,968.00
• Approval of Mayor's appointment of Missy Ragatz to the Tree Board (term ends 12/22)

The Gretna City Council approved a preliminary and final plat and rezoning for Emerald Lawn and Landscape, adopted the 2020 National Electrical Code, extended extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction over a Sarpy County parcel, and appointed Missy Ragatz to the Tree Board. A motion to replace the North Park swing area was withdrawn.

• Approved preliminary and final plat and rezoning for Emerald Lawn and Landscape (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2079, National Electrical Code 2020 edition (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2080, extending extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction and rezoning to TA (4-0)
• Approved Missy Ragatz to Tree Board, term ending 12/2022 (4-0)
• Withdrew motion to replace North Park swing area

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on seven items, including subdivision plats, conditional use permits, and a rezone. The commission will also consider approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting will be held in person with Zoom available for listening only.

• Czech Bros Inc. preliminary and final plat for Czech Bros 1st Addition, 25 acres west of Hwy 31 and south of Pflug Rd
• 192nd & Cypress LLC final plat for Lot 364 in Aspen Creek Phase 5, NE corner of 192nd St and Hwy 370
• City Ventures conditional use permit for automated car wash and interior detail in GC district, Lot 364 Aspen Creek Phase 5
• Chad Mackling conditional use permit for landscape business in GC district, Lot 1 Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Subdivision, S. 204th St
• CCKR LLC preliminary plat and rezone from TA Trans Ag. to R-2 and R-4 for Gruenther Ridge subdivision, Lots 1-311 and outlots A-K

The Gretna Planning Commission recommended denial of a conditional use permit for a coffee kiosk at Village Square, citing negative traffic and safety impacts. It also recommended approval of plats for Czech Bros. 1st Addition and Aspen Creek Lot 364, approved a car wash CUP, approved a preliminary plat and rezoning for Gruenther Ridge, and approved an ETJ extension and rezoning. A CUP request by Chad Mackling was tabled.

• Recommended denial of coffee kiosk CUP at Village Square (motion carried unanimously).
• Recommended approval of Czech Bros. 1st Addition preliminary and final plat, contingent on lot line adjustment (unanimous).
• Approved final plat for Lot 364 in Aspen Creek Phase 5 (unanimous).
• Approved conditional use permit for automated car wash with interior detail area (unanimous).
• Tabled Chad Mackling's CUP request until next meeting.
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Gruenther Ridge (4-1, Clark opposed).
• Approved ETJ extension and FX Flex Space zoning for area near US Highway 6 (unanimous).

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and financial reports, hear committee updates, and discuss the library's reopening plan. They will also review the Interlibrary Loan and Computer Use policies, consider bylaw changes, and elect officers.

• Discussion of library reopening plan update
• Review of Interlibrary Loan Policy (2016)
• Review of Minor Computer Use Agreement Policy (2016)
• Annual review of Library Board Bylaws (2020)
• Election of Board officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)

The Gretna Public Library Board voted unanimously to maintain the current reopening plan, including continued curbside pickup, and approved the Interlibrary Loan Policy, Minor Computer Use Agreement Policy, and Bylaws. Committee chairs were appointed and all officers retained their positions.

• Approved December 2020 minutes with revision (unanimous)
• Approved December 2020 and January 2021 Claims and Reports (unanimous)
• Maintained current reopening plan with curbside pickup (unanimous)
• Approved Interlibrary Loan Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Computer Use Agreement Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Library Board Bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved committee chair appointments (unanimous)
• Retained all board officers (unanimous)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a church, an extraterritorial zoning extension, and a preliminary/final plat with rezoning for a subdivision. The council will also consider ordinances on rezoning, fee schedule changes, and adopting the 2020 National Electrical Code, plus agreements for the Gretna Crossing Park and Aquatic Center.

• Conditional use permit for Journey Church of Nebraska at Burlington Park at Gretna Station, Hampton Drive and 198th Street
• Extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction extension and rezoning to TA for land near State Hwy 31 in Sarpy County
• Preliminary and final plat and rezoning for Emerald Lawn and Landscape subdivision, east of Hwy 6 and south of Cornhusker Rd
• Ordinance 2075: Rezone Gretna Public High School No. 2 Subdivision Lot 1 to R-2 Medium Density Residential
• Ordinance 2076: Amending Master Fee Schedule; Ordinance 2079: Adopting National Electrical Code 2020

The Gretna City Council approved a conditional use permit for Journey Church to build a church in the General Commercial district, and approved several other items including rezoning for Czech Bros., adoption of ordinances for school rezoning and fee schedule, and agreements for the Gretna Crossing Park and Aquatic Center. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Journey Church conditional use permit (4-0)
• Approved ETJ extension and rezoning for Czech Bros. (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2075 rezoning school lot to R-2 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2076 amending Master Fee Schedule (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2079 adopting National Electrical Code 2020 (4-0)
• Approved DLR Group architect agreement for Gretna Crossing Park (4-0)
• Approved MCL Construction as Construction Manager at Risk (4-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society met and approved minutes, welcomed new members, and accepted Dave Kovar's resignation. They decided not to proceed with a bare root tree giveaway due to workload, and discussed logistics for the Tree Giveaway. Arbor Day school celebrations will be at each school's discretion, with a poetry contest offered.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Accepted Dave Kovar's resignation
• Decided not to proceed with bare root tree giveaway
• Added Makovicka Physical Therapy as sponsor for Falling Waters Elementary poster contest
• Approved Angie Lauritzen as new member (by Mayor)
• Reinstated Missy Ragatz as member

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider final approval of a rezoning for Hansen View Lots 1 and 2, and a second reading for rezoning the new high school site. They will also review amendments to the master fee schedule and an interlocal agreement for sewer services. The meeting includes approval of a final change order and pay request for a sewer project.

• Ordinance 2073: Rezone Hansen View Lots 1 and 2 to Residential Estates (final reading)
• Ordinance 2075: Rezone Gretna Public High School No. 2 site to R-2 Medium Density (second reading)
• Ordinance 2076: Amend Master Fee Schedule (second reading)
• Resolution 2-21: Approve Amendment 2 to South Sarpy Sewer Agency Interlocal Agreement
• Tiburon sewer project: Approve final change order (+$1,793.40) and final pay request ($18,788.65)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items: conditional use permits for a church, an automated car wash, and a landscape business, plus an extension of the city's extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction with a rezoning to Transitional Agriculture. The commission will also consider consent agenda items and discuss a Board of Adjustment volunteer.

• Conditional use permit for Journey Church of Nebraska at Lots 9 & 10, Burlington Park at Gretna Station, near Hampton Drive and 198th Street
• Conditional use permit for City Ventures automated car wash and interior detail area, south of Oakmont Drive and east of 192nd Street
• Conditional use permit for Chad Mackling landscape business at Lot 1 Emerald Lawn & Landscaping Subdivision, S. 204th Street south of Cornhusker Rd
• Extension of extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction and rezoning to TA Transitional Agriculture for portions of S26, T13N, R10E and State Hwy 31 right-of-way
• Board of Adjustment volunteer to be appointed by the mayor

The Gretna Planning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Journey Church of Nebraska to build a church in the GC General Commercial district, with a stipulation on paved parking. The commission also approved an extension of the city's extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction and rezoning to Transitional Agriculture. Two other conditional use permits were laid over to future meetings.

• Recommended approval of Journey Church conditional use permit with paved parking stipulation (all in favor)
• Approved ETJ extension and rezoning to TA Transitional Agriculture for Czech Bros. property (all in favor)
• Laid over City Ventures car wash conditional use permit to February 23, 2021 meeting (all in favor)
• Laid over Chad Mackling landscape business conditional use permit (all in favor)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning and plat requests, including a 103-lot residential/commercial subdivision called Kayda Corner and a new Gretna Public High School. The council will also consider creating a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) district and approving up to $47.5 million in financing for a recreation center.

• Public hearing: Preliminary plat and rezone for Kayda Corner (93 R-4 lots, 10 MUC lots) at NE corner of 192nd and Hwy 370
• Public hearing: Preliminary/final plat and rezone for Gretna Public High School No. 2 at SW corner of 180th and Camelback Ave
• Public hearing: Rezone for Emerald Lawn and Landscape subdivision east of Hwy 6 and south of Cornhusker Rd
• Ordinance 2078: Authorize up to $47,500,000 for recreation center and related improvements
• Ordinance 2077: Issue up to $1,200,000 in water refunding bonds

The Gretna City Council approved a lease-purchase agreement and issuance of up to $47.5 million in certificates of participation to fund a new recreation center and related improvements. The council also approved rezoning for a new high school and a residential subdivision, adopted a PACE district ordinance, and denied a permit to haul application for Gretna Sanitation.

• Approved Ordinance 2078 authorizing $47.5M lease-purchase for recreation center (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Kayda Corner Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat and rezoning for Gretna Public High School No. 2 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2074 creating PACE district and program (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 1-21 (2) for PACE administrative support with La Vista (4-0)
• Approved sewer connection agreement with SID 347 for Giles Pointe (4-0)
• Denied 2021 permit to haul for Gretna Sanitation (4-0)
• Awarded Highland Pointe water main bid to Kersten Construction (4-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to discuss tree-related programs and events for 2021, including the Tree City USA award, rebate programs for residents and the school district, and a possible NRD tree planting grant. They will also review the status of Gretna Crossing Park and a road sign along Highway 370. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous minutes and planning the Arbor Day poster contest.

• Tree City USA Awards
• Gretna Tree Rebate Program & Budget
• Gretna Community (School District) Tree Rebate Program
• NRD tree planting grant
• Tree City USA Road Sign along 370

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider rezoning two lots for the Hansen View subdivision, authorize reimbursement for park, community center, pool, and ballfield projects via tax anticipation notes, and approve interlocal agreements for a traffic signal at Hwy 6/31 and Bryan Street. They will also discuss a sewer rate reduction request and a PACE program.

• Ordinance 2073: Rezone Hansen View Lots 1 and 2 from TA to RE-A Residential Estates - Animals
• Resolution 1-21: Authorize reimbursement via tax anticipation notes for park, community center, pool, and ballfields projects
• Interlocal agreements with SID 250 (Willow Park) and SID 251 (Standing Stone) for Hwy 6/31 and Bryan Street traffic signal cost shares
• Sewer rate reduction request from Bruce Sackett at 522 Michael Dr.
• Discussion of Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program