Gretna public meetings in 2024

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will meet to approve November 2024 minutes and financial reports, hear committee reports, and discuss a Video Security Camera Policy from 2021. Public comments are allowed on agenda items.

• Approval of November 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of November 2024 claims and reports
• Committee reports: Finance, Building/Grounds/Technology, Administration/Personnel, Public Relations
• Review of Video Security Camera Policy (2021)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning and platting requests for commercial and residential developments. The body will also consider adopting the Western Sarpy Transportation Enhancement Plan (WE-STEP) to manage future growth.

• Rezoning and revised final plat for Gretna Landing Replat 4 (H&S Blink 192, LLC)
• Preliminary plat and rezoning for Teal Ridge Village (CA Five, LLC)
• Preliminary plat and rezoning for Harvest Hills East (Charleston Homes)
• Adoption of the Western Sarpy Transportation Enhancement Plan (WE-STEP)
• Payment of $241,545.65 to Sinclair Hille Architects for Gretna Library, City Hall & Community Center

The Gretna City Council approved revised final plat and rezoning for Gretna Landing Replat 4, preliminary plats and rezoning for Teal Ridge Village and Harvest Hills East, and adopted the Western Sarpy Transportation Enhancement Plan. All votes were 4-0. The council also approved the consent agenda, mayor's appointments, and hauling permits, and elected Kara Alexander as council president.

• Approved revised final plat and rezoning for Gretna Landing Replat 4 (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Teal Ridge Village (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Harvest Hills East (4-0)
• Adopted Western Sarpy Transportation Enhancement Plan (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $495,402.94 (4-0)
• Elected Kara Alexander as Council President for 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Mayor's annual appointments for 2025 (4-0)
• Approved permits to haul for four waste haulers (4-0)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold a public hearing on a Class D liquor license for TFL INC dba Mega Saver at 712 N. Hwy 6. A second public hearing for Good Life Sports Bar & Grill has been withdrawn. The Council will also consider a geotechnical exploration agreement with Thiele Geotech Inc for the Gretna Community Complex. Additionally, the meeting includes the reorganization of the Council following the November election, with the oath of office for newly elected officials.

• Public hearing for Class D liquor license at Mega Saver (712 N. Hwy 6)
• Withdrawn: Class C liquor license for Good Life Sports Bar & Grill (10520 S. 204th St)
• Action on geotechnical exploration agreement with Thiele Geotech Inc for Gretna Community Complex
• Reorganization: certificate of official returns and oath of office for Mayor Mike Evans and Council members Kara Alexander and Lauren Liebentritt
• Consent agenda includes approval of claims (detailed list provided in packet)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three separate platting and rezoning requests for commercial and residential developments. The body will also discuss the adoption of the Western Sarpy Transportation Enhancement Plan (WE-STEP) to coordinate growth and community connections.

• Adoption of the Western Sarpy Transportation Enhancement Plan (WE-STEP)
• Rezoning and revised final plat for Gretna Landing Replat 4 at S. 192nd Street and Highway 370
• Preliminary plat and rezoning of Parcel 011233664 to R-4 Highest Density Residential for Teal Ridge Village
• Preliminary plat and rezoning of Parcel 011233664 to R-3 and R-4 residential for Harvest Hills East
• Rezoning of lots 5, 6, and 7 in Gretna Landing from I-1 Light Industrial to GC General Commercial

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will consider approving the October 2024 meeting minutes and financial claims, then discuss reports from committees on finance, building, personnel, and public relations. Current business includes setting holiday hours for December 2024 and reviewing the 2021 Personnel Policy. The 2024-2025 library budget has already been approved and is listed under old business.

• Approval of October 2024 Financial Claims & Reports
• Discussion of December 2024 holiday hours for the library
• Review of the 2021 Personnel Policy
• Reports from committees on finance, building/grounds/technology, administration/personnel, and public relations

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on BHI Development's request for final plat approval of Aspen Creek West Phase 1, a 136-lot subdivision at the southwest corner of South 192nd Street and Cornhusker Road. The council will also consider first reading of Ordinance 2169 adopting the 2023 National Electrical Code with amendments, and approve Resolution 11-24(2) for the city street superintendent's year-end certification. The consent agenda includes approval of claims and an invoice for the City Complex project. Presentations are scheduled from the Sarpy County Sheriff's office and introductions of new staff.

• Public hearing: Final plat for Aspen Creek West Phase 1, Lots 1–136 and Outlots A-F
• Ordinance 2169: Adopting National Electrical Code 2023 Edition with amendments (first reading)
• Resolution 11-24(2): Signing of Year-End Certification of City Street Superintendent
• Consent agenda includes Invoice No. PC023242 for $12,179 for City Complex project control
• Claims list totaling over $460,000 for General Fund and other funds (approval on consent agenda)

Tree Board

This meeting includes the election of a chair and open discussions on the Tree City USA & Growth Award application for 2024 and the Arbor Society budget for fiscal year 2025. Members will also discuss an NRD tree grant, nursery comparisons, and various 2025 Arbor Day events. No formal votes are listed; most items are for discussion.

• Election of Chair and Seating
• Tree City USA & Growth Award Application for 2024
• Arbor Society Budget, Fiscal Year 2025
• NRD 2025 Tree Grant Application & location for Gretna Tree Planting
• Compare Great Plains Nursery & Urbanroots Nursery

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider a resolution to call a special election on January 14, 2025, for voters to authorize a Good Life District economic development program. The council will also discuss a term sheet with Nebraska Crossing Good Life District, LLC. Two public hearings are scheduled: one on the One- and Six-Year Street Plan, and another on acquiring easements for the Capehart Road and Hwy 6 Sanitary Sewer Extension project via purchase or eminent domain. The consent agenda includes multiple pay requests for water main and street improvements.

• Resolution 11-24(1) to call a special election for a Good Life District program
• Action on Nebraska Crossing Good Life District term sheet with I-80/Hwy 31, LLC
• Public hearing on acquisition of easements for Capehart Road/Hwy 6 Sanitary Sewer Extension
• Public hearing on One- and Six-Year Street Plan
• Consent agenda: Pay request #1 for $577,578.98 for 216th Street and Cornhusker Road water main improvements; final pay request for Gretna Crossing Park Capehart Road improvements of $332,503.48

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will continue formulating an economic development program. The meeting also includes a proposed executive session to discuss contract negotiations.

• Formulation of Economic Development Program
• Executive Session for contract negotiations

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will meet to approve the September 2024 meeting minutes and financial reports, hear committee and director reports, and discuss two policies: the Community Calendar Policy for approval and the existing Patron Code of Conduct Policy from 2021. Public comments on agenda items are permitted.

• Review/approve Community Calendar Policy (old business)
• Discussion of Patron Code of Conduct Policy (2021)
• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2024 financial claims and reports
• Reports from committees on finance, building/grounds/technology, administration/personnel, and public relations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by BHI Development for approval of the final plat for Aspen Creek West Phase 1, a 136-lot subdivision with six outlots at the southwest corner of 192nd Street and Cornhusker Road. The meeting also includes consent agenda items (approval of previous minutes) and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Public hearing on final plat for Aspen Creek West Phase 1 (136 lots, 6 outlots) at SW corner of 192nd St & Cornhusker Rd
• Final plat application fee: $1,815 ($750 + $7.50 per lot)
• Applicant: BHI Development, Inc., Omaha, NE
• Consent agenda includes approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next regular meeting set for November 26, 2024 at 6:30 PM

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold two public hearings: one to consider declaring the West Collaboration Area (near Schram Road and South 216th Street) as blighted under state law, and another for a Class D liquor license for Expressway Food Mart #5 at 104 Glenmore Dr. The council will also vote on a third reading of an ordinance amending wall sign regulations and a resolution to formally adopt the blight designation. Additionally, action is scheduled on a subdivision and maintenance agreement for Wicks Southpoint Phase 3.

• Public hearing on West Collaboration Area blight study covering multiple parcels near Schram Road and South 216th Street
• Public hearing for Sunrise Group INC dba Expressway Food Mart #5 requesting a Class D liquor license
• Ordinance 2166 amending Section 7.2.1(3) of zoning regulations regarding wall signs and design limitations (third reading)
• Resolution 10-24(2) declaring certain areas substandard and blighted for redevelopment
• Action on subdivision and maintenance agreements with Western Land Company for Wicks Southpoint Phase 3 (Lots 10-16, Outlots 3-5)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society (Tree Board) will review minutes, recap the September tree planting workshop and giveaway, discuss the fall free-tree distribution, and begin planning the 17th Annual Gretna Tree Talk. No votes or binding decisions are on the agenda.

• Recap of 28 Sept. Tree Planting Workshop & Giveaway
• Recap of 5 Oct. Ten Free Trees for Fall Planting
• Discussion of Trees & Town Conference in Lincoln, 15-17 Oct.
• Planning for 17th Annual Gretna Tree Talk 2025
• Discussion of Nebraska Longest Growth Award City

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider a consent agenda approving multiple infrastructure pay requests and change orders totaling over $772,000. They will also hold second readings of two zoning ordinances: one amending wall sign regulations and another allowing temporary food establishments in commercial districts. The meeting includes a resolution for annual program compliance and an executive session for real estate and contract negotiations.

• Approval of $421,102.79 pay request for Highland Trails Water Main Improvements (Kersten Construction)
• Approval of $63,255.00 invoice from Sinclair Hille Architects for Library, City Hall & Community Center
• Second reading of Ordinance 2166 amending wall sign height and number limits in zoning regulations
• Second reading of Ordinance 2167 adding temporary food establishments as permitted uses in GC and HC districts
• Executive session for real estate and contract negotiations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a blight study and declaration for the West Collaboration Area, which would allow redevelopment under Nebraska Community Development Law. The study area is generally southeast, southwest, and south of the intersection of Schram Road and South 216th Street. The applicant is Collaboration Real Estate, LLC.

• Public hearing on West Collaboration Area Blight Study and declaration of blight for multiple taxlots near Schram Road and South 216th Street
• Applicant: Collaboration Real Estate, LLC, 2922 Castelar Street, Omaha, NE
• Consent agenda includes approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 22, 2024

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will continue formulating an economic development program, including discussion of additional program components and ordinance format. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and an executive session for contract negotiations.

• Continued discussion from August 26 on formulation of Economic Development Program
• Review of additional program components
• Discussion of program ordinance format
• Executive session for contract negotiations

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board will hold its regular meeting to consider approving the Community Calendar Policy and receive an update on the 2024-2025 budget. They will also hold the annual election of officers. Procedural items include approval of August meeting minutes and financial reports, followed by committee reports and public comments.

• Review and possible approval of Community Calendar Policy
• Update on 2024-2025 budget
• Annual election of officers
• Library Director's report on circulation and informational items
• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes and financial claims

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Gretna Crossing YMCA Interlocal Committee is meeting to appoint a secretary and schedule a facility manager evaluation. The body will also follow up on a presentation made to the Council and District.

• Appointment of Secretary for the Gretna Crossing YMCA Interlocal Committee
• Scheduling of facility manager evaluation

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2024/2025 budget and property tax request, which proposes a 5% increase in the property tax levy despite a 22% decrease in the operating budget. Following the hearing, the council will consider rezoning and plat approvals for Giles Landing and Sterling Chase subdivisions, conditional use permits for a hair salon and an auto body shop, two zoning text amendments, and a resolution to sell 33.63 acres of city-owned land to Wolfpack Athletics. The council will also introduce ordinances on sign regulations and temporary food establishments, and select a construction manager for the new community complex.

• FY2025 property tax request of $6,332,998.96 (5% increase; tax rate down 4%)
• Preliminary plat and rezoning for Giles Landing (61 acres near S. 200th and Giles Rd)
• Final plat for Sterling Chase (225 lots near S. 204th and Capehart Rd)
• Conditional use permit for Dingman's Collision Center at 20227 Husker Drive
• Ordinance 2168 directing sale of 33.63 acres north of Hwy 370 to Wolfpack Athletics

The Gretna City Council approved the sale of 33.63 acres of city-owned land north of Highway 370 and west of S. 198th Street to Wolfpack Athletics, LLC, via Ordinance 2168. The council also approved several zoning changes, including a preliminary plat and rezoning for Giles Landing, a conditional use permit for a hair salon, and a final plat for Sterling Chase. Additionally, the council approved the property tax request for fiscal year 2024/2025 and selected a construction management at risk delivery system for the Gretna Community Complex.

• Approved sale of 33.63 acres to Wolfpack Athletics, LLC (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Giles Landing (3-1)
• Approved conditional use permit for hair salon at 616 Brentwood Drive (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Sterling Chase subdivision (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Dingman's Collision Center (4-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment for wall signs (4-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment for temporary food establishments (4-0)
• Approved property tax request for FY 2024/2025 (4-0)

Tree Board

The board will consider approval of previous minutes and discuss new parking at the Good Life with a City Council representative. Open discussions include the fall tree planting workshop and giveaway, a grant for ten free trees, the society's budget, and a conference.

• Approval of Arbor Society meeting minutes from 13 August 2024
• Discussion of new parking at the Good Life with City Council representative
• Gretna Tree Planting Workshop and Tree Giveaway on 28 September
• Ten Free Trees for Fall Planting Grant and planting schedule
• Discussion of Gretna Arbor Society Budget

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a request by Gottsch Enterprises to rezone a parcel from Transitional Agriculture to Heavy Industrial (I-2) and approve a preliminary plat for the I-80 Crossing subdivision. The Council also faces third reading of Ordinance 2165 to rezone land to Flex Space, and a resolution for a transportation project agreement with NDOT for the 204th Street and Schram Road paving project. Consent agenda items include multiple infrastructure pay requests totaling over $900,000 and approval of claims.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcel 011613633 from TA to I-2 Heavy Industrial for I-80 Crossing at SW corner of S. 204th Street and Fairview Road
• Third reading and adoption of Ordinance 2165 rezoning Advantage Business Park Giles Complex Subdivision Lot 1 from TA to FX Flex Space
• Resolution 9-24(1) approving a Transportation Project Program Agreement with NDOT for 204th Street and Schram Road paving
• Consent agenda includes $467,712.16 pay request for 204th Street Water Main Improvements and $226,697.35 for Highland Trails Water Main
• Executive session scheduled for real estate and contract negotiations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a preliminary plat and rezoning for the Giles Landing subdivision (from TA to R-2 and R-4), a conditional-use permit for a home hair salon, a final plat for the 225-lot Sterling Chase subdivision, a conditional-use permit for Dingman's Collision Center in the I-1 district, and two zoning text amendments regarding wall sign height and temporary food establishments. The commission may also approve the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Preliminary Plat and Rezoning for Giles Landing (TA to R-2 and R-4) at South 200th Street and Giles Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a hair salon at 616 Brentwood Drive in R-1 district
• Final Plat for Sterling Chase subdivision (Lots 1–225) at South 204th Street and Capehart Road
• Conditional Use Permit for Dingman's Collision Center at 20227 Husker Drive in I-1 district
• Zoning Text Amendment to amend wall sign height and quantity (Section 7.02) and temporary food establishments (Sections 2.03, 5.14.5, 5.15.5)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to continue formulating an Economic Development Program. The body will discuss the GLD Development Application and additional program components.

• Formulation of Economic Development Program
• GLD Development Application
• Executive session for contract negotiations

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will consider approval of the July financial report and minutes, receive committee reports, and discuss old and current business. Key items include a budget update for 2024-2025, review of a Community Calendar Memorandum of Understanding from 2016, and planning for library board accreditation expiring February 28, 2025.

• Review/approve Community Calendar Memorandum of Understanding (2016)
• Budget update for 2024-2025
• Library Board accreditation expiration 2/28/2025
• Approval of July 2024 claims and reports
• Committee reports on finance, building, personnel, and public relations

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees met on August 26, 2024, and approved the July meeting minutes and financial reports. They tabled the Community Calendar Policy and Memorandum of Understanding until September to consult with the Gretna Chamber of Commerce. The board also discussed the budget, technology RFP, and accreditation requirements.

• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes with revision (unanimous)
• Approved July 2024 claims and reports (unanimous)
• Tabled Community Calendar Policy and MOU to September (unanimous)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Gretna Crossing YMCA Coordinating Committee will vote on approving the swim team schedule for the indoor pool. They will also receive updates on the budget and swim pass attendance numbers. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Action on swim team schedule for indoor pool use
• Approval of May 16, 2024 minutes
• Budget update report
• Swim pass and attendance numbers report
• Next meeting set for December 5, 2025

The Gretna Crossing YMCA Coordinating Committee approved the minutes from May 16, 2024, and approved the swim team schedule for use of the indoor pool. The committee also received updates on budget, membership, and outdoor pool pass numbers. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussed for future consideration.

• Approved May 16, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved swim team schedule for indoor pool use (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings for two conditional use permits to construct indoor baseball and volleyball facilities on lots in Phase 2 Gretna Landing. The council will also vote on third reading of Ordinance 2164 rezoning Lot 6A of Gretna Business Park from HC to I-1, and second reading of Ordinance 2165 rezoning land from TA to FX for the Advantage Business Park Giles Complex. The consent agenda includes approval of water main improvement pay requests and change orders totaling over $119,000.

• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for indoor baseball facility on Lot 31, Phase 2 Gretna Landing (JLMK Gretna, LLC)
• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for indoor volleyball facility on Lot 30, Phase 2 Gretna Landing (Gretna Sports Complex, LLC)
• Vote on Ordinance 2164: Rezone Lot 6A of Gretna Business Park from HC Highway Commercial to I-1 Light Industrial
• Vote on Ordinance 2165: Rezone Advantage Business Park Giles Complex from TA Transitional Agriculture to FX Flex Space
• Consent agenda includes: Pay Request No. 4 ($44,228.65), Change Order No. 1 ($17,166.91), Pay Request No. 9 ($30,852.37), and Change Order No. 1 ($26,825.00) for water main improvements

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society (Tree Board) will discuss several items including a grant for ten free trees for fall planting, a tree planting workshop and giveaway on 28 September, and a tree storm damage discussion. The board will also consider the budget and attendance at upcoming events.

• Ten Free Trees for Fall Planting Grant and tree planting schedule
• Gretna Tree Planting Workshop & Tree Giveaway on 28 Sept.
• Open discussion on tree storm damage
• Open discussion on Gretna Arbor Society Budget
• Arbor Society float for Gretna Day Parade

City Council

The City Council will vote on zoning changes for the Gretna Business Park and Advantage Business Park. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure pay requests for water main and sewer improvements. Additionally, the council will consider a member service agreement with the Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency.

• Payment of $286,739.64 to Kersten Construction for Highland Trails Water Main Improvements
• Payment of $281,885.98 to Cedar Construction for Harvest Creek and Lincoln Road Water Main Improvements
• Ordinance 2164: Rezoning Lot 6A of Gretna Business Park to I-1 Light Industrial
• Ordinance 2165: Rezoning Advantage Business Park Giles Complex Lot 1 and Outlot A to FX Flex Space
• Payment of $245,450.63 to Kersten Construction Inc. for industrial and Platteview Road/204th Street water mains

The Gretna City Council approved Ordinance 2163, amending zoning regulations for brick and masonry facades in the CO Corridor Overlay District, and advanced two rezoning ordinances: Ordinance 2164 (second reading) to rezone Lot 6A of Gretna Business Park from HC to I-1, and Ordinance 2165 (first reading) to rezone Advantage Business Park Giles Complex from TA to FX. The council also approved a wastewater service agreement with Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency, and subdivision and sewer connection agreements for Garden Oaks Plaza and Advantage Business Park. All votes were 4-0.

• Adopted Ordinance 2163 amending brick/masonry facade rules in CO Corridor Overlay District (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2164 rezoning Lot 6A Gretna Business Park to I-1 Light Industrial (4-0)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 2165 rezoning Advantage Business Park Giles Complex to FX Flex Space (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 8-24(1) wastewater service agreement with Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency (4-0)
• Approved subdivision and sewer agreements with 182 Giles, LLC for Garden Oaks Plaza Lot 1 (4-0)
• Approved subdivision and sewer agreements with Advantage Investment Properties, LLC (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $554,801.49 in claims and multiple construction pay requests (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four conditional use permits and one rezoning request at its July 23 meeting. The items include a temporary mobile concrete batch plant, rezoning for a residential subdivision, and two indoor sports facilities in Gretna Landing.

• Approval of Conditional Use Permit for temporary mobile concrete batch plant at Parcel 011617000 near S. 234th St and Schram Rd
• Approval of Final Plat and Rezoning from R-2 to R-3 for Lots 72-77 Hidden Hollow (Parcels 011608036-011608041)
• Approval of Conditional Use Permit for indoor baseball facility on Lot 31, Phase 2 Gretna Landing
• Approval of Conditional Use Permit for indoor volleyball facility on Lot 30, Phase 2 Gretna Landing

The Planning Commission denied a Conditional Use Permit for a temporary mobile concrete batch plant near S. 234th Street and Schram Road, citing adverse impacts from heavy truck traffic, noise, and dust. It approved Conditional Use Permits for an indoor baseball facility and an indoor volleyball facility at Gretna Landing, both subject to staff comment letters. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes, was approved.

• Denied Conditional Use Permit for temporary mobile concrete batch plant on Parcel 011617000 (4-1, Munger nay)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for indoor baseball facility on Lot 31, Phase 2 Gretna Landing (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for indoor volleyball facility on Lot 30, Phase 2 Gretna Landing (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 25 and July 10, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The library board will consider approving a minor computer use agreement policy from 2021 and receive a budget update. They will also approve June 2024 meeting minutes and financial claims and reports. Several committee reports are scheduled, including finance, building and grounds, administration, and public relations.

• Approval of June 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 2024 financial claims and reports
• Review and possible approval of Minor Computer Use Agreement Policy (2021)
• Budget update as old business
• Committee reports: Finance, Building/Grounds/Technology, Administration/Personnel, Public Relations

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees approved the Minor Computer Use Agreement Policy with discussed changes. They also approved the June 2024 meeting minutes and financial reports. The board discussed upcoming budget workshop and other committee reports.

• Approved June 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2024 claims and reports (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Computer Use Agreement Policy with changes (unanimous)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The committee is meeting to establish the parameters, deliverables, and evaluation standards for an Economic Development Program. The session includes a discussion on the procedure for making recommendations to the City Council.

• Formulation of Economic Development Program parameters
• Establishment of deliverables for applicants and developers
• Creation of standards for evaluating requests
• Executive session regarding contract negotiations

The Economic Development Advisory Committee met and approved the July 1, 2024 minutes. No formal decisions were made; the committee discussed the formulation of an economic development program, including funding thresholds, evaluation standards, and recommendation procedures for the City Council.

• Approved July 1, 2024 meeting minutes (all voting aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a final plat for Wicks Southpointe subdivision and a rezoning from Highway Commercial to Light Industrial at 20227 Husker Drive. Additionally, the Council will consider a motion to reconsider its July 2 vote that denied a preliminary plat and rezoning for I-80 Crossing, a proposed 107.88-acre industrial development. The request asks that the vote be laid over to the August 6 meeting for further discussion.

• Public hearing on final plat for Wicks Southpointe subdivision (parcels 011617312, 010467211, 011058145) north of I-80 between S. 168th St. and Wickersham Blvd.
• Public hearing on rezoning 20227 Husker Drive from HC Highway Commercial to I-1 Light Industrial (parcel 011571163) near S. 204th St. and Husker Dr.
• Request from Gottsch Enterprises for Council to reconsider 3-1 denial of preliminary plat and rezoning from TA Transitional Agriculture to I-2 Heavy Industrial for I-80 Crossing (parcel 011613633, SWC of 204th & Fairview).
• Planning Commission had recommended approval of the I-80 Crossing request unanimously on April 23, 2024.
• Letter requests that if reconsideration is granted, the vote be laid over to the August 6, 2024, Council meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear a presentation from The Lakota Group. This presentation covers an outline and guiding principles regarding the drafting of the City's new Comprehensive Plan.

• Presentation of an outline and guiding principles for the drafting of the City's new Comprehensive Plan by The Lakota Group

Tree Board

The Arbor Society will discuss a new Gretna City Tree Ordinance and an upcoming tree planting workshop and giveaway on September 28. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the society budget and a grant submission for fall planting trees.

• New Gretna City Tree Ordinance discussion
• Gretna Tree Planting Workshop & Tree Giveaway on Sept 28
• Ten Free Trees for Fall Planting Grant submission
• Gretna Day Parade float work day on July 20

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning land to heavy industrial use for the I-80 Crossing subdivision. The council is also considering an alcohol policy for Gretna Crossing Park and a special election for an economic development program. Additionally, several construction pay requests are scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing for rezoning parcel 011613633 to I-2 Heavy Industrial (I-80 Crossing)
• Resolution 7-24(1) approving the alcohol policy for Gretna Crossing Park
• Special election call for January 14, 2025, regarding a Good Life Economic Development Program
• Pay request for Cedar Construction water main improvements ($421,346.78)
• Ordinance 2163 regarding brick and masonry facades in the CO Corridor Overlay District

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The committee will consider a recommendation for a resolution to authorize a special election for the Good Life District Economic Development Program. The meeting also includes the election of officers and the appointment of a committee clerk. Additionally, members will discuss an item referred by the City Council regarding applicant Rod Yates.

• Recommendation on resolution for a Good Life District special election
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of Committee Clerk
• Discussion regarding Good Life District applicant Rod Yates
• Executive session for contract negotiations

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new subdivision and a rezoning request. The commission will review the final plat for the Wicks Southpointe development near Interstate 80. Additionally, members will consider rezoning 20227 Husker Drive from highway commercial to light industrial.

• Final Plat approval for Wicks Southpointe subdivision
• Rezoning of 20227 Husker Drive from Highway Commercial to Light Industrial
• Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will review the 2021 Library Card Policy for approval. The board will also discuss the budget proposal for fiscal year 2024-2025 and estimated expenses for August and September 2024.

• Review/approval of Library Card Policy (2021)
• Budget proposal for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Estimated expenses for August and September 2024
• Approval of April and May 2024 claims and reports

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings regarding zoning amendments for masonry facades and automotive sales. The council is also considering resolutions for a special election regarding the Good Life District and wastewater rate schedules. Additionally, there will be a discussion about golf cars, UTVs, and ATVs on public streets.

• Resolution to call a special election on August 13, 2024, for the Good Life District
• Public hearing for automotive sales at 15121 S. 231st Street
• Rezoning request for Advantage Business Park Giles Complex
• Payment of $263,016.92 to Graham Construction for roadway improvements
• Discussion on golf cars, UTVs, and ATVs on public streets

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will discuss the Good Life Transformational Projects Act and the Good Life District Economic Development Act. The meeting includes a review of timelines regarding the Good Life District and an evaluation of the committee's role in reviewing development applications and ordinance terms.

• Overview of The Good Life Transformational Projects Act
• Timeline of events regarding Good Life District and its Economic Development Program
• Evaluation of Program Ordinance terms and provisions
• Review of City Memo to Developers and Property Owners

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a request to reduce the side-yard setback from 25 feet to approximately 15 feet for a property in Forest Run. This change would allow for the construction of an attached one-car garage at 11883 S. 203" Circle. The applicant cites drainage and soil erosion issues as the reason for the request.

• Variance to reduce side-yard setback from 25 feet to 15 feet at 11883 S. 203" Circle
• Approval of March 12, 2024, and March 21, 2024, meeting minutes

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society will discuss a new city tree ordinance and the society's budget. The agenda also includes updates on hazardous tree notifications and upcoming community programs like a tree giveaway in September.

• New Gretna City Tree Ordinance
• $200.00 tree donation from Maggie Foresman
• NRD Tree Grant reimbursement approval
• Ten Free Trees for Fall Planting Grant (July 2024)
• Gretna Tree Planting Workshop & Tree Giveaway (Sept 28)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will review bids and award contracts for water main improvements on Cornhusker Road and 204" Street. The council will also consider rezoning the Capehart Ridge subdivision and approving the Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency budget. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on an Eagle Scout project and committee appointments.

• Rezoning of Capehart Ridge Subdivision Lots 1-10 to Residential Estates
• Awarding water main contracts for Cornhusker Road and 204" Street to United Utilities & Excavation LLC
• Approval of the Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency FY 2024-2025 budget
• $7,374.00 change order for Gretna Crossing Park signs
• $39,480.75 change order for concrete street repairs and trail improvements

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four requests: a zoning text amendment to allow painting brick facades in the Corridor Overlay District, a conditional use permit for automotive sales, and two rezoning and plat approvals for new subdivisions. The commission will also approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Zoning text amendment to allow painted brick or masonry facades in CO Corridor Overlay District (Frederick Brothers Rental)
• Conditional use permit for automotive sales at 15121 S. 231st Street, FX Flex Space District (Jacob Doerneman)
• Preliminary plat, final plat, and rezoning to FX Flex Space for Advantage Business Park Giles Complex at S. 180th Street and Giles Road (Advantage Investment Properties)
• Preliminary plat and rezoning to R-2 and R-4 residential for Giles Landing subdivision south of S. 200th Street and Giles Road (MRDP, LLC)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including a Class I liquor license for Hillcrest Highlands, four rezoning ordinances, and a resolution to purchase and redeem outstanding bonds. The council will also act on a water main contract, a communications cable agreement, and various appointments.

• Public hearing for Class I liquor license at Hillcrest Highlands, 10890 S. 208th Street
• Third reading of Ordinance 2158 rezoning Gretna Landing Phase 2 to commercial, industrial, and mixed-use
• Third reading of Ordinance 2159 rezoning Kersten Industrial Subdivision to light and heavy industrial
• Resolution 5-24(7) authorizing purchase and redemption of Series 2021C bonds via tender offer
• Award of construction contract for Gretna Landing Phase 2 water main improvements

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Gretna Crossing YMCA interlocal board meets to approve minutes, discuss regular reporting to the City and District, and plan upcoming events including a ribbon cutting and pool opening. The board will also note the new City representative and set the next meeting date.

• Approval of February 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of content and schedule for regular reporting to City and District
• Ribbon Cutting on May 24 at 4:00pm
• Prime Time H2O Zone opening on May 27
• Kandis Koozer named new City representative

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Gretna Crossing YMCA Coordinating Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss the upcoming opening of the Primetime H2O Zone, and receive an update on managing outdoor pool attendance to comply with fire code limits. They will also set future meeting dates and request budget and swim pass updates.

• Primetime H2O Zone ribbon cutting May 24 at 4:00 pm and official opening May 27 at 1:00 pm
• Update on YMCA plan for managing outdoor pool attendance and fire code capacity limits
• Request for budget update and swim pass/attendance numbers at next meeting

Board of Adjustment

The regular meeting of the Board of Adjustment scheduled for May 14, 2024, was cancelled due to lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 11, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next regular meeting: June 11, 2024

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to discuss routine business including approving minutes, reviewing recent Arbor Day events, and planning upcoming activities. They will also consider a hazardous tree letter, the society budget, a tree rebate program, and a grant for free trees. The agenda includes several open discussions and reports on various tree-related initiatives.

• Hazardous tree letter to Kevin O’Brien
• Gretna Arbor Society Budget
• Tree Rebate
• Ten Free Trees for Fall Planting, Grant, July 2024
• Gretna Tree Giveaway/Tree Planting, 28 Sept.

City Council

The Gretna City Council is meeting to consider four rezoning ordinances (2158-2161) that would change agricultural land to commercial, industrial, mixed-use, flex space, and residential estates districts, along with several resolutions and construction contract approvals. The agenda also includes consent items for various infrastructure project payments and a public comment period. The meeting will conclude with an executive session for contract negotiations and real estate strategy.

• Ordinance 2158: Rezoning Gretna Landing Phase 2 Lots 30-33 and Outlot H to GC, I-1, and MUC districts (second reading)
• Ordinance 2159: Rezoning Kersten Industrial Subdivision Lots 1-4 and Outlots A-B to I-1 and I-2 districts (second reading)
• Ordinance 2160: Rezoning Garden Oaks Plaza Subdivision Lot 1 to FX Flex Space district (second reading)
• Ordinance 2161: Rezoning Capehart Ridge Subdivision Lots 1-10 to RE Residential Estates (first reading)
• Consent agenda includes payments: Buffalo Creek Phase 4 sewer ($314,056.44), 192nd & Cornhusker water main ($50,516.50), and Schram Road water main ($27,318.00)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Gottsch Enterprises, LLC to rezone a 107.88-acre parcel at the southwest corner of South 204th Street and Fairview Road from TA Transitional Agriculture to I-2 Heavy Industrial, and to approve a preliminary plat for a three-lot subdivision called I-80 Crossing. The proposed use is industrial, including warehousing and light manufacturing. The commission will also hear a presentation on the Western Sarpy Transportation Enhancement Plan (WE-STEP) and handle routine consent agenda items.

• Rezoning of Parcel 011613633 from TA to I-2 Heavy Industrial
• Preliminary plat for I-80 Crossing, 3 lots, 107.88 acres
• Public hearing for I-80 Crossing at southwest corner of 204th & Fairview
• WE-STEP transportation plan presentation
• Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board is meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, hear committee updates, and consider revisions to the Adult Services Librarian job description. They will also review and potentially approve the Irritated Patrons Policy from 2021. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Review revisions to Adult Services Librarian job description/creation of job title
• Review/approve Irritated Patrons Policy (2021)
• Approve February and March 2024 Claims & Reports
• Approve February 2024 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for June 24, 2024

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on six items, including conditional use permits, preliminary plats, rezonings, and a city land purchase. The council will also consider ordinances, a tender offer, design services for a community complex, a youth sports agreement, and monument signs.

• Conditional Use Permit for Gretna Landing Apartments (multifamily) at S. 192nd St & Hwy 370
• Preliminary Plat and Rezoning to HC for Wicks Southpointe near I-80 and Wickersham Blvd
• Preliminary Plat and Rezoning to I-1 for Platteview Logistics Park at S. 210th St & Platteview Rd
• Revised Final Plat for Gretna Landing Replat 3 (Lots 1-7)
• City purchase of ~2.6 acres from NDOT at Hwy 370 & S. 198th St

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to approve minutes, judge the Arbor Day poster contest, and finalize plans for the Arbor Day celebration, awards, and tree planting. They will also discuss the Arbor Day Foundation Growth Award, hazardous tree communication, and the society's budget based on city population.

• Arbor Day Celebration, 25th April, 2pm, Palisades Elementary
• Poster Contest Awards, 25th April, 7pm, Harvest Hills
• Arbor Day Tree Planting, 27th April, 9am, Lincoln Place Park
• Arbor Day Foundation Growth Award NE City Ranking
• Budget based on Gretna City Population

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider final adoption of ordinances amending water and sewer rates and zoning rules for center identification signs. It will also act on a liquor license for Vala's Orchard Cider Co., extensions of conditional use permits for Fleet Farm, and award a water main construction contract. The agenda includes routine consent items and an annual audit report presentation.

• Ordinance 2157 amending water and sewer use rates (third reading)
• Ordinance 2156 amending zoning regulations for center identification signs (third reading)
• Special designated liquor license for Vala's Orchard Cider Co. at Gretna Farmers Market
• 12-month extension of conditional use permits for Fleet Farm Group, LLC (Lots 24 and 27, Gretna Landing Subdivision)
• Award of Kersten Industrial Water Main Improvements contract to Kersten Construction Inc

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five development requests, including a conditional use permit for a 220-unit apartment complex, two preliminary plats and rezonings for commercial and industrial subdivisions, a revised final plat, and a revised preliminary/final plat with rezoning. The commission will also consider approving the February 27, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Conditional use permit for Gretna Landing Apartments, a 220-unit multifamily project on 13.441 acres at S. 192nd St. and Highway 370
• Preliminary plat and rezoning for Wicks Southpointe, from TA to HC Highway Commercial, north of I-80 between S. 168th St. and Wickersham Blvd.
• Preliminary plat and rezoning for Platteview Logistics Park, from TA to I-1 Light Industrial, at S. 210th St. and Platteview Rd.
• Revised final plat for Gretna Landing Replat 3, Lots 1-7, at the northwest corner of S. 192nd St. and Highway 370
• Revised preliminary/final plat and rezoning for Phase 2 Gretna Landing, Lots 30-33 and Outlot H, with mixed commercial and industrial zonings

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will meet to approve February meeting minutes and financial claims, hear reports from the director and committees, and review a draft revision of the Adult Services Librarian job description. The board will also consider approving the 2021 Irritated Patrons Policy. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per speaker on current business items.

• Review revisions draft of Adult Services Librarian job description/creation of job title
• Review/approve Irritated Patrons Policy (2021)
• Approve February 2024 meeting minutes
• Approve February 2024 claims and financial report
• Hear reports from Library Director and committees on finance, building/grounds/technology, administration/personnel, and public relations

Board of Adjustment

The Gretna Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request to reduce the rear-yard setback from 25 feet to about 21 feet for a single-family house in the R-2 zoning district at 10821 S. 178th Avenue. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from its February 13, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request to Article 5 Section 5.10.5 to reduce rear-yard setback from 25 to approximately 21 feet
• Location: 10821 S. 178th Avenue (Lot 22 Tiburon Ridge North)
• R-2 Medium Density Residential Zoning District
• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on two final plats: Garden Oaks Plaza and Giles Pointe Replat 1, both near South 180th Street and Giles Road. The council will also consider second reading of ordinances amending zoning sign regulations and water/sewer rates, plus several administrative actions including interlocal agreements, personnel changes, and fireworks permits.

• Final Plat for Garden Oaks Plaza (Parcel 011598214) at NW corner of S. 180th St. and Giles Rd.
• Revised Final Plat for Giles Pointe Replat 1 (Lots 1-5) at SE corner of S. 180th St. and Giles Rd.
• Ordinance 2156: Amending zoning regulations for Center Identification Signs (second reading).
• Ordinance 2157: Amending water and sewer use rates (second reading).
• Approval of claims totaling $1,874,957.51 for general fund, including $1,722,029.01 to Meyers Carlisle Leapley for Gretna Community Center.

Board of Adjustment

The Gretna Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request to reduce the rear-yard setback from 25 feet to about 21 feet for a new single-family house at 10821 S. 178th Avenue. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the February 13, 2024 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Variance request to reduce rear-yard setback from 25 ft to approx. 21 ft for single-family home at 10821 S. 178th Ave (Lot 22 Tiburon Ridge North)
• R-2 Medium Density Residential Zoning District
• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss upcoming Arbor Day activities, including a poster contest, celebration, and tree planting. The board will also review a new city tree ordinance, budget considerations, and event sponsorships.

• Arbor Day Celebration, 25 April, 2pm, Palisades Elementary
• Arbor Day Tree Planting, 27 April, 9am, Lincoln Place Park
• New Gretna City Tree Ordinance – open discussion
• Arbor Society budget based on Gretna City Population
• Sponsorships for Gretna Arbor Society Events

City Council

The Gretna City Council will approve a nonexclusive cable franchise with Great Plains Communications and finalize the rezoning of Lot 29 and Outlot A of the Gretna Landing Subdivision from R-4 residential to MUC mixed-use commercial. The meeting also includes the first reading of an ordinance amending water and sewer use rates and actions on the Kersten Industrial Subdivision agreements. Additionally, the council will approve several construction invoices, including a $1.7 million invoice for the Gretna Community Center.

• Ordinance 2154: Approving a nonexclusive cable franchise with Great Plains Communications
• Ordinance 2155: Rezoning Lot 29 and Outlot A of Gretna Landing Subdivision from R-4 to MUC
• Ordinance 2157: Amending the City of Gretna’s Water and Sewer Use Rates (First Reading)
• Consent Agenda: Approval of $1,722,029.01 invoice for Gretna Community Center construction
• Current Business: Action on Subdivision, Sewer Connection, and Maintenance Agreements for Kersten Industrial Subdivision

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two final plat requests: one for Garden Oaks Plaza, a 6.15-acre lot at the northwest corner of South 180th Street and Giles Road, and another for a revised final plat for Giles Pointe Replat 1 (Lots 1-5) at the southeast corner of the same intersection. The commission will also consider consent agenda items including approval of the January 23, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Final Plat for Garden Oaks Plaza (Parcel 011598214), 6.15 acres, northwest corner of South 180th Street and Giles Road
• Revised Final Plat for Giles Pointe Replat 1 (Parcels 011610902, 011610906, 011610903, 011610905, 011610904), southeast corner of South 180th Street and Giles Road
• Public hearings for both plat requests
• Approval of January 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve December 2023 minutes and financial claims, hear committee and director reports, and conduct old and current business. Old business includes reviewing a first draft of an Adult Services Librarian job description and creation of the job title. Current business includes an annual review of the Library Board Bylaws, presenting the 2023 Library Impact Statement, and completing the 2023 Annual Library Survey for the Nebraska Library Commission.

• Review first draft of Adult Services Librarian job description/creation of job title
• Annual review of Library Board Bylaws
• Present 2023 Library Impact Statement
• 2023 Annual Library Survey for Nebraska Library Commission
• Approval of December 2023 Claims & Reports

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning amendments, conditional use permits for new signs, and a final plat for a subdivision. They will also take action on selecting a site for the Community Complex, awarding a construction contract for R&R Road and 220th St. pavement reconstruction, and approving a change order for Gretna Crossing Park.

• Zoning text amendment to allow digital information on Center Identification Signs (Regulation 7.2.1)
• Conditional use permit for a 45-foot pole sign for Hawaiian Bros at 16171 Stevens Pointe Circle
• Conditional use permit for a 45-foot pole sign for Scooter's at 9513 S. 144th Street
• Final plat for Capehart Ridge subdivision, Lots 1-10, north of Capehart Road near S. 224th Street
• Award of construction contract for R&R Road & 220th St. pavement reconstruction to NL&L Concrete

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Gretna Crossing YMCA interlocal board will review and act on a surplus/deficit analysis, set a date for the facility manager's mid-year performance check, and approve prior meeting minutes. The meeting is routine administrative business with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Review and action on surplus/deficit analysis
• Set date for mid-year facility manager performance check
• Approval of December 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Surplus/deficit payment due March 31
• Next meeting scheduled for May 16

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning variance request. The applicant seeks to reduce a side-yard setback from 25 feet to 10 feet to build a garage for an ADA handicap vehicle.

• Public hearing for variance at 13363 S. 219th Street
• Request to reduce side-yard setback from 25 feet to 10 feet
• Construction of a garage to support an ADA handicap vehicle

Tree Board

The Arbor Society will hold discussions regarding board leadership elections and the potential new Gretna City Tree Ordinance. Members will also evaluate recent awards and plan upcoming community events for Earth Day and Arbor Day.

• Election of board Secretary and Chairperson
• Discussion of new Gretna City Tree Ordinance
• Review of 2023 TCUSA Tree City Award & Growth Award
• Planning for Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations
• Discussion of Arbor Society budget based on Gretna population

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the purchase of 35.39 acres near Hwy 6/31 and Jansen Drive and a zoning amendment for CNG facilities. The meeting also includes several first readings for ordinances and resolutions.

• Public hearing for purchase of 35.39 acres at Hwy 6/31 and Jansen Drive
• Public hearing to allow CNG facilities in I-1 Light Industrial District
• Ordinance 2154: Nonexclusive cable franchise with Great Plains Communications
• Ordinance 2155: Rezoning Gretna Landing Subdivision from R-4 to MUC
• Resolution 1-24(4): Employee handbook amendment for flex time provisions

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning text amendments (digital signs and CNG facilities), two conditional use permits for 45-foot pole signs, and a final plat for the Capehart Ridge subdivision. The commission will also receive an update from OPPD.

• Zoning text amendment to allow digital analog information (e.g., fuel prices) on up to 20% of Center Identification Sign change panels
• Zoning text amendment to add CNG Facilities as a permitted use in the I-1 Light Industrial Zoning District
• Conditional use permit for a 45-foot pole sign for Hawaiian Bros at 16171 Stevens Pointe Circle
• Conditional use permit for a new 45-foot pole sign for Scooter's at 9513 S. 144th Street
• Final plat for Capehart Ridge subdivision, Lots 1-10, north of Capehart Road near South 224th Street

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board is meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, receive committee updates, and consider two policy items: a new City of Gretna policy for meetings and conflicting holidays (Resolution 1-24(5)) and the Interlibrary Loan Policy (2021). No old business is listed.

• Review/approve Resolution 1-24(5) on city meetings and conflicting holidays
• Review/approve Interlibrary Loan Policy (2021)
• Approval of December 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of December 2023 claims and reports
• Committee reports on finance, building/grounds/technology, administration/personnel, and public relations

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider final approval of Ordinance 2150 to rezone Divine Shepherd Lots 1 and 2 from transitional agriculture to highest-density residential. They will also vote on several resolutions, including vacating portions of S. 180th Street and Giles Road, and amending employee handbook policies. Consent agenda includes payments for construction projects and claims totaling over $368,000.

• Ordinance 2150: Rezone Divine Shepherd Lots 1 and 2 to R-4 residential (third reading)
• Resolution 1-24(2): Vacate portions of S. 180th Street and Giles Road for ConnectSarpy project
• Consent agenda: Final change order and pay request for Kayda Corner water main improvements ($9,000.25 and $105,850.96)
• Consent agenda: Pay application for Capehart Road improvements ($381,702.75)
• Action on one-year extension of Aspen Creek West preliminary plat approval

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a Secretary and Chairperson, and discuss several tree-related items including a certification, awards, park monitoring, budget, sponsorships, and a new city tree ordinance. The agenda is mostly routine business and open discussion, with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Election of board Secretary & Chairperson
• John Wolken's NAA Certification
• 2023 TCUSA Tree City Award & Growth Award
• Monitoring trees in Gretna Crossing Park
• New Gretna City Tree Ordnance – open discussion

City Council

The Gretna City Council will hold public hearings on Class C liquor license requests for Hurrdat Sports Bar & Grill and Best Pub, and vote on the second reading of a rezoning for Divine Shepherd Lots 1 and 2 from agricultural to high-density residential. The consent agenda includes multiple construction payments and contract approvals. The meeting also includes discussion of employee handbook amendments and an executive session for real estate and contract negotiations.

• Public hearing: Class C liquor license for Hail Varsity Club LLC dba Hurrdat Sports Bar & Grill at 10746 S. 204th St.
• Public hearing: Class C liquor license for Daaru Drinks LLC dba Best Pub at 9305 S. 145th St.
• Ordinance 2150: Rezoning Divine Shepherd Lots 1 and 2 from TA to R-4 (second reading)
• Consent agenda includes payments: $72,406.00 (Gretna Crossing Park), $119,657.08 (Schram Road Water Main), $53,654.71 (204th & Capehart Water Main)
• Resolution 1-24(1): Approving Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency amended FY2023-2024 budget