Gretna public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several approvals. Items include annexing numerous lots in the Hwy 31 & I‑80 Business Park area, conditional‑use permits for two 45‑foot pole signs, and a final plat for a new subdivision called Bobette. Current business items such as a MAPA functional classification for 192nd Street and Capehart Road and the election of a new commission chair will also be addressed.

• Approval of the annexation of Lots 1‑16 and Outlots A & B of the Hwy 31 & I‑80 Business Park No. 2 Subdivision, Lot 2 of Country Place, Lot 1 of Country Place Replat 1, and adjoining portions of Platteview Road and South 214th Street right‑of‑ways (Sarpy County) – request by Heimes Group, LLC, 9144 S. 147th Street, Omaha, NE
• Conditional Use Permit to install a 45‑foot double‑sided, double‑legged pole sign for Dingman’s Collision Center in the I‑1 Light Industrial Zoning District – request by Omaha Neon Sign Company, 1120 N. 18th Street, Omaha, NE
• Conditional Use Permit to install a 45‑foot double‑sided, double‑legged pole sign for Peterbilt in the HC Highway Commercial Zoning District – request by Omaha Neon Sign Company, 1120 N. 18th Street, Omaha, NE
• Final Plat approval for Parcel #010466746 for a subdivision named Bobette – request by The Lerner Company, 10855 W. Dodge Road, Suite 270, Omaha, NE
• Approval of MAPA Federal Functional Classification for 192nd Street from Schram Road to Capehart Road and for Capehart Road segments (current business item)

The commission approved the consent agenda, including the November 25, 2025 minutes. It voted to approve the annexation of Lots 1‑16 and Outlots A and B of the Hwy 31 & I‑80 Business Park No. 2 subdivision. The commission also approved a Federal Function Classification for several streets and nominated Nathan Munger as the new chairman effective January 2026. All motions recorded as approved were passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda and November 25, 2025 minutes) – all in favor
• Approved annexation of Lots 1‑16 and Outlots A and B of Hwy 31 & I‑80 Business Park No. 2 – all in favor
• Approved Federal Function Classification for 192nd St and Capehart Rd segments – all in favor
• Approved nomination of Nathan Munger as Planning Commission chairman starting Jan 2026 – all in favor
• Adjourned meeting at 7:03 p.m. – all in favor

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Gretna City Council meeting will address compliance with the Public Meetings Act, approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes, elect a chairperson, review sections of the Interlocal Committee contract, set the 2026 meeting schedule, and consider the 2026 Gretna Crossing YMCA budget.

• Review of Interlocal Committee contract (Sections Ill‑C: 1, 2, 3)
• Action on the 2026 Gretna Crossing YMCA budget
• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Election of chairperson
• Set meeting schedule for 2026

The committee approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. Travis Lightle was elected as the 2026 Chairperson. The 2025 financials and the projected 2026 budget were approved. The schedule for 2026 Interlocal meetings was set.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (Yea: 4, Nay: 0)
• Appointed Travis Lightle as 2026 Chairperson (Yea: 4, Nay: 0)
• Approved 2025 financials and 2026 budget projection of $579,535 net income (Yea: 4, Nay: 0)
• Set 2026 Interlocal meeting dates for Feb 24, May 21, Sep 24, Dec 17 (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (Yea: 4, Nay: 0)

City Council

The Gretna City Council meeting on Dec. 16, 2025 includes public hearings on a conditional use permit for a drive‑through coffee kiosk, an annexation and rezoning of 20901 Fairview Road, and a zoning text amendment to allow shared parking in the Mixed Use Commercial district. The council will also consider ordinances amending zoning regulations and approve a consent agenda that includes payment requests of $4,871.60, $38,537.91, and $493,622.18. Current business items include election of a council president and approval of the mayor’s 2026 appointments.

• Conditional Use Permit for TripleDEAK, LLC to operate a drive‑through coffee kiosk in the GC General Commercial zone (Lot 6 Giles Pointe, Parcel #011618097).
• Annexation and rezoning of 20901 Fairview Road (Parcel #011598173) from TA Transitional Agriculture to HC Highway Commercial.
• Zoning Text Amendment to allow shared parking facilities in the MUC Mixed Use Commercial district.
• Ordinance 2191 – adds cottage cluster developments as a permitted use in the R‑3 High Density Residential zone.
• Ordinance 2192 – amends parking requirements for medical clinics, offices, and office buildings.

The council approved four zoning-related ordinances, including annexation (Ordinance 2190) and rezoning (Ordinance 2196). Bill Proctor was elected 2026 Council President. The council also approved the mayor's 2026 appointments, 2026 haul permits, and the 2026 council meeting calendar.

• Approved Ordinance 2193 (IC interstate corridor overlay) – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 4
• Approved Ordinance 2195 (MUC Mixed Use Commercial zoning amendments) – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1
• Approved Ordinance 2196 (Rezoning to HC Highway Commercial) – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1
• Approved Ordinance 2190 (Annexation of Parcel #011598173) – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1
• Elected Bill Proctor as 2026 Council President – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1
• Approved Mayor's 2026 annual appointments – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1
• Approved 2026 permits to haul for four waste service providers – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1
• Approved 2026 City Council meeting calendar – Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

A meeting of the Gretna Crossing YMCA Coordinating Committee was scheduled for Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at the City Office, 204 N. McKenna Ave. The notice states that the meeting is cancelled and no items will be considered.

Tree Board

The Gretna Tree Board meeting scheduled for December 9, 2025, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to zoning regulations regarding cottage cluster developments, parking requirements, and digital billboards. The body will also review several construction pay requests and an interlocal agreement for 192nd Street improvements.

• Ordinance 2191: Permitting Cottage Cluster Developments in R-3 High Density Residential Zoning
• Ordinance 2193: Regulations for the IC Interstate Corridor Overlay District and digital billboards
• Gretna City Complex pay application to Weitz Company, Inc. for $421,213.00
• Teal Ridge Village Water Main Improvements pay request to United Utilities & Excavation, LLC for $427,885.93
• Interlocal Agreement with Sarpy County and S.I.D. No. 375 for 192nd Street improvements

The Gretna City Council approved the consent agenda and three zoning ordinances, including a change to allow cottage cluster development in the R-3 district. They also approved a sewer connection agreement for the Divine Shepherd subdivision and an interlocal agreement for 192nd Street improvements. The council entered a closed executive session and later reconvened before adjourning.

• Approved consent agenda (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2191 – cottage cluster use in R-3 (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2192 – parking and medical clinic requirements (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2193 – signs and billboards in IC corridor overlay (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)
• Approved sewer connection agreement for Divine Shepherd Subdivision (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Sarpy County for 192nd Street improvements (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)
• Approved motion to enter closed executive session (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session and adjourn (Yea 3, Nay 0, Absent 1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider annexing 20901 Fairview Road and rezoning it from Transitional Agriculture to Highway Commercial. It will also review a conditional use permit for a drive‑through coffee kiosk, a zoning text amendment for shared parking in the Mixed Use Commercial district, a conditional use permit for a residential assisted‑living memory care home, and a parking‑requirements amendment that has been tabled.

• Annexation of 20901 Fairview Road (Parcel #011598173) and rezoning from TA Transitional Agriculture to HC Highway Commercial – Norris Design on behalf of I‑80 Hwy 31 LLC
• Conditional Use Permit for TripleDEAK, LLC to operate a drive‑through coffee kiosk in the GC General Commercial district (Lot 6 Giles Pointe Replat 3, Parcel #011618097)
• Zoning Text Amendment to allow shared parking facilities in the MUC Mixed Use Commercial district – City of Gretna
• Conditional Use Permit for Greg and Alicia Zuger to operate a residential assisted‑living memory care home for up to 12 residents in the R‑2 Medium Density Residential district (Lot 111 & 112 Magnolia, Parcels #011615965 and #011615966) – withdrawn
• Zoning Text Amendment to change off‑street parking requirements for multifamily/apartments/condominiums and restaurants – Noddle Companies (tabled)

The commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for Ziggi's Coffee on Lot 6, Giles Pointe. It also approved the annexation and rezoning of 20901 Fairview Road from Transitional Agriculture to Highway Commercial. A zoning text amendment to allow shared parking in the Mixed Use Commercial district was approved. The election of a new chairperson was tabled for the December meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Ziggi's Coffee (all voted in favor)
• Approved annexation and rezoning of 20901 Fairview Road to Highway Commercial (all voted in favor)
• Approved zoning text amendment for shared parking in MUC district (all voted in favor)
• Tabled election of new Planning Commission chairperson (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda and October 28, 2025 minutes (all voted in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:49 p.m. (all voted in favor)

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will consider two items of current business: adopting the Library Card Policy 2025, which introduces digital barcode cards, and approving the Board’s meeting schedule for 2026. The board will also approve the October 2025 meeting minutes and the October 2025 claims and reports. Old business includes Library Board training (continuing education). Public comments are allowed on any agenda items.

• Library Card Policy 2025 – digital library card barcode use
• Approval of Library Board Meeting Schedule 2026
• Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 2025 claims & reports (final report)
• Library Board training (continuing education) – old business

The board approved the October 2025 meeting minutes and the October 2025 financial claims and reports. It adopted the revised Library Card Policy that adds eWallet functionality. The trustees also approved the schedule for the 2026 Library Board meetings. All motions passed with unanimous "Aye" votes from the trustees present.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (all present Aye)
• Approved October 2025 claims and reports (all present Aye)
• Approved Library Card Policy changes to include eWallet use (all present Aye)
• Approved 2026 Library Board meeting schedule (all present Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all present Aye)

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider three zoning text amendments: one to permit digital billboards in the Interstate Corridor Overlay District, one to modify off‑street parking requirements for office buildings, and one to allow cottage‑cluster developments in the R‑3 high‑density residential district. The council will also act on final plats for the Woodland subdivision and Capehart Ridge Phase 2, and a preliminary plat and rezoning for Redwood 192. These items are presented as public hearings and will be addressed through ordinance motions. The consent agenda includes routine invoice approvals.

• Approval of zoning text amendment for digital billboards in the Interstate Corridor Overlay District (Gary Young)
• Approval of zoning text amendment changing parking ratios for office buildings (Noddle Companies)
• Approval of zoning text amendment allowing cottage‑cluster developments in R‑3 district (The Lerner Company)
• Approval of final plat for Woodland subdivision (parcels #011617126, #011617128, #011617129, #011619207, #011619208)
• Approval of final plat for Capehart Ridge Phase 2 (parcel 011619213 and portion of 011619214)

The Gretna City Council approved several zoning text amendments, including parking requirements and cottage cluster developments, and adopted two resolutions on employee handbook revisions and the street superintendent certification. It also approved final and preliminary plats for four subdivisions. The council denied a holiday request for all city staff.

• Approved zoning text amendment Section 8.03 parking requirements (4-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment R-3 high density residential to allow cottage cluster developments (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Woodland Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Capehart Ridge Phase 2 subdivision (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Redwood 192 subdivision (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 11-25 (1) employee handbook revisions (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 11-25 (2) signing year‑end certification of City Street Superintendent (4-0)
• Denied holiday request for all city staff (4-0)

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society will discuss policy updates for memorial trees, a 2026 NRD grant proposal, and plans for a 250th Anniversary Tree. The meeting also covers Arborist School updates and social media strategies.

• Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes
• Policy update for memorial trees
• NAA Arborist School review
• NRD Grant Proposal 2026
• 250th Anniversary Tree initiative

The board approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It assigned Dan Hansen as financial contact, John Wolken to prepare a 2026 tree grant proposal, and Amy Nakai and Missy Ragatz to handle donor lists and city website information. The board decided not to meet in December 2025, scheduled the next meeting for January 13, 2026, and planned outreach for the 2026 Tree Talk and attendance at the winter conference.

• Approved minutes of Oct 14, 2025 meeting (motion by Jerry and Dave)
• Designated Dan Hansen as financial contact for the Tree Board
• Assigned John Wolken to prepare NRD tree grant proposal (due Feb 15, 2026)
• Planned outreach to Monarch Gardens and Wild Birds for the 2026 Tree Talk
• Assigned Amy Nakai to compile donor lists for door prizes and food
• Assigned Missy Ragatz to produce information for the city website project
• Decided not to hold a meeting in December 2025
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 13, 2026; five members will attend the Jan 20‑21 winter conference

City Council

The Gretna City Council will vote on its consent agenda, which includes a $49,990.78 pay request for the Highway 6 and Capehart Road sanitary sewer extension. The meeting also features public comments, a Grow Sarpy quarterly report presentation, and actions on the public library and city‑staff holiday schedules. An executive‑session will address contract negotiations, including the Access Systems Azure migration deposit of $24,719.25. A resolution adopting an environmental services agreement for the Gretna‑to‑Wehrspan Lake Trail will also be considered.

• Approval of Highway 6 and Capehart Road sanitary sewer extension – Pay Request No. 4: $49,990.78
• Access Systems contract deposit for Azure migration: $24,719.25
• Resolution 10‑25(2) – Environmental Services Agreement for the Gretna‑to‑Wehrspan Lake Trail
• Action on Gretna Public Library holiday schedule request
• Action on holiday request for all city staff

The council approved the consent agenda while withholding payment on Mutchie invoice #54356. It approved the Gretna Public Library’s holiday schedule and tabled the city‑staff holiday request until the next meeting. The council entered a closed executive session for contract negotiations, reconvened in open session, and then adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda, withholding Mutchie invoice #54356 (4-0)
• Approved Gretna Public Library holiday schedule (4-0)
• Tabled city staff holiday request until next meeting (4-0)
• Moved to closed executive session for contract negotiations (4-0)
• Reopened council to open session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gretna Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning text amendments, including a request to allow digital billboards in the Interstate Corridor Overlay District and changes to off‑street parking standards. It will also consider final plat approvals for the Woodland and Capehart Ridge Phase 2 subdivisions, as well as a preliminary plat and rezoning for Redwood 192. Consent agenda items and routine business will be addressed before adjourning.

• Zoning Text Amendment to allow digital billboards in the Interstate Corridor Overlay District (Gary Young)
• Zoning Text Amendment to modify off‑street parking requirements for office, multifamily, and restaurant uses (Noddle Companies)
• Zoning Text Amendment to permit Cottage Cluster developments in R‑3 High Density Residential (The Lerner Company)
• Final Plat approval for the Woodland subdivision (MRDP, LLC)
• Final Plat approval for Capehart Ridge Phase 2 subdivision (Majestic Pointe, LLC)

The commission approved the consent agenda and then adopted four zoning text amendments, including digital billboards and office‑building parking standards, and approved final plats for three new subdivisions. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment to allow digital billboards in the Interstate Corridor Overlay District (all in favor)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment to change office building parking to one space per 250 sq ft (all in favor)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment to permit Cottage Cluster Developments in R‑3 High Density Residential (all in favor)
• Approved Final Plat for Woodland subdivision (Parcels #011617126, #011617128, #011617129, #011619207, #011619208) (all in favor)
• Approved Final Plat for Capehart Ridge Phase 2, Lots 1‑15 (parcel 011619213 and portion of 011619214) (all in favor)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and rezoning of parcel 011613927 to R‑3 High Density Residential for Redwood 192 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:04 p.m. (all in favor)

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will approve the September 2025 meeting minutes and the September 2025 claims and reports. It will consider old‑business items including the Collection Development Policy (2022) and the approved 2025‑2026 Library Operating Budget. Current business includes reviewing the Personnel Policy (2024), electing board officers and committee members, and setting holiday hours for December 2025.

• Approval of September 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2025 claims & reports (final report)
• Approval of 2025‑2026 Approved Library Operating Budget
• Review of Collection Development Policy (2022)
• Annual election of Library Board officers and committee members

The Gretna Public Library Board approved the September 2025 meeting minutes and the September 2025 financial claims and reports. It adopted the updated Collection Development Policy, the revised Personnel Policy, and the 2025‑2026 operating budget. The board re‑elected Rachel Cushing as Chair, Erin Willnerd as Vice Chair, and Anna Castillo as Secretary, and approved holiday hours for December 2025. All motions were carried with unanimous votes from the trustees present.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (all present votes, "Aye")
• Approved September 2025 claims and reports (all present votes, "Aye")
• Adopted updated Collection Development Policy (all present votes, "Aye")
• Adopted revised Personnel Policy (all present votes, "Aye")
• Approved 2025‑2026 library operating budget (all present votes, "Aye")
• Re‑elected Rachel Cushing as Board Chair (all present votes, "Aye")
• Elected Erin Willnerd as Vice Chair (all present votes, "Aye")
• Approved holiday hours for December 2025 (all present votes, "Aye")

City Council

The Gretna City Council will consider approving a consent agenda that includes invoices for city projects and claims, a resolution for a trail environmental services agreement, and action on a previously tabled subdivision plat.

• Approval of Gretna City Complex — Project Control invoice ($12,179.00)
• Approval of Library, City Hall & Community Center — Sinclair Hille Architects invoice ($76,876.90)
• Resolution 10-25(2) — Environmental Services Agreement for Gretna to Wehrspan Lake Trail
• Action on Preliminary Plat for Parcel #010466746 (Subdivision 'Bobette')
• Action on Contract with Access Systems for system migration from Azure

The council approved the consent agenda, including the meeting agenda, prior minutes, claims totaling $1,426,141.69, and invoices for the city complex and library projects. The council adopted Resolution 10‑25(2) establishing an environmental services agreement for the Gretna‑to‑Wehrspan Lake Trail. The council approved the Bobette Subdivision preliminary plat with specific emergency‑access, trail, buffer, fence, street‑standard, and right‑of‑way requirements. The council approved the contract with Access Systems to migrate city IT systems from Azure.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda, minutes, claims, invoices) – vote 4-0
• Adopted Resolution 10‑25(2) Environmental Services Agreement for Wehrspan Lake Trail – vote 4-0
• Approved Bobette Subdivision preliminary plat with emergency‑access and infrastructure conditions – vote 4-0
• Approved Access Systems contract for Azure migration – vote 4-0

Tree Board

The Gretna Arbor Society will approve the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes, discuss a financial update and request additional funds, and consider replacement of NRD 2025 trees at Gretna Crossings Park. It will also review the memorial‑tree policy update, the recent Gretna Tree Giveaway held on September 27, and updates to the Nebraska Trees for Towns program. Public comments are invited on any agenda items.

• Approve Arbor Society meeting minutes from 9 September 2025
• Financial update and request for additional funds
• NRD 2025 tree replacements at Gretna Crossings Park
• Memorial trees policy update for the City of Gretna
• Review of the Gretna Tree Giveaway held 27 September

The board approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes after motions by Angie Lauritsen and Jerry Imig. They confirmed that under the 2025 NRD Grant, twenty trees in Gretna Crossing Park will be replaced by the vendor, coordinated with park superintendent Billy Baugh. The board noted the purchase and planting of 29 new trees on October 10. It also decided there will be no board meeting in December 2025.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Angie Lauritsen and Jerry Imig)
• Authorized replacement of 20 NRD Grant trees at Gretna Crossing Park, vendor to coordinate with Billy Baugh
• Purchased and planted 29 trees on October 10
• Decided no board meeting will be held in December 2025

City Council

The Gretna City Council meeting on Oct 7, 2025 will consider a resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $35,000,000 in Nebraska Crossing Redevelopment Project revenue‑refunding bonds. The agenda also includes public hearings on the One‑ and Six‑Year Street Plan and a cancelled hearing for a Class “D” liquor license for Quiktrip at 11105 Sapp Bros Dr. Council members will vote on Ordinance 2188 to add Neighborhood Recreational Facilities as a permitted accessory use in the R‑4 Highest Density district, and on Ordinance 2189 to rezone a parcel in the Platte Valley Industrial Park from FX Flex Space to RE‑A Residential Estates Animals. The meeting will also approve a consent agenda covering various water‑main, street‑repair, and construction payments.

• Resolution 10-25(1) authorizing up to $35,000,000 in redevelopment bonds
• Public hearing on the One‑ and Six‑Year Street Plan
• Cancelled public hearing for Quiktrip Class “D” liquor license at 11105 Sapp Bros Dr.
• Ordinance 2188 – add Neighborhood Recreational Facilities as permitted accessory use in R‑4 district
• Ordinance 2189 – rezoning of lot in Platte Valley Industrial Park from FX to RE‑A district

The Gretna City Council approved a resolution authorizing up to $35,000,000 in revenue‑refunding bonds for the Nebraska Crossing Redevelopment Project. Council members also adopted two zoning ordinances, approved the One‑ and Six‑Year Street Plan, and authorized several contracts and agreements for community facilities and infrastructure. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved consent agenda (4‑0)
• Approved One‑ and Six‑Year Street Plan (4‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2188 adding Neighborhood Recreational Facilities as a permitted accessory use in R‑4 (4‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2189 rezoning lot in Platte Valley Industrial Park to RE‑A (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 10‑25(1) authorizing up to $35,000,000 bond issuance (4‑0)
• Approved manager change for Quiktrip liquor license (4‑0)
• Approved OPPD three‑year agreement for Gretna Community Complex (4‑0)
• Awarded construction contract to Valley Corporation for storm sewer and paving improvements (4‑0)

Library Board

The Gretna Library Board will consider approval of the August 2025 meeting minutes and the August 2025 claims and financial report. The board will hear reports from the Library Director and several standing committees. Old business includes review of the 2022 Public Comment Policy, and current business includes review of the 2022 Collection Development Policy.

• Approve August 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve August 2025 claims & financial report
• Review Public Comment Policy (2022)
• Review Collection Development Policy (2022)
• Receive reports from Library Director and various committees

The Gretna Library Board approved the August 2025 meeting minutes and the August 2025 financial claims and reports. The board also approved revisions to the Public Comment Policy and voted to carry the policy into the next month. All motions passed unanimously among members present.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved August 2025 financial claims and reports (4-0)
• Approved revised Public Comment Policy (4-0)
• Approved carrying Public Comment Policy for next month (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will review Gretna's Economic Development Program and guidance documents from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED). The body will also consider entering an executive session to discuss contract negotiations.

• Review of Gretna's Economic Development Program
• Review of NDED guidance documents
• Executive session regarding contract negotiations

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss contract negotiations. Afterward the committee reconvened in regular session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for contract negotiations (unanimous)
• Re‑convened regular session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The board will approve the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting. It will announce compliance with the Public Meetings Act. The board will discuss a follow‑up presentation to the council and district and review the Gretna Crossing YMCA’s financial statements. It will schedule an evaluation of the facility manager and note upcoming committee items and the next meeting date.

• Approve May 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Announce compliance with Public Meetings Act
• Review Gretna Crossing YMCA financials
• Schedule facility manager evaluation
• Discuss follow‑up presentation to Council and District

The Gretna Crossing YMCA Interlocal Committee approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. The committee reviewed the YMCA's August 2025 financial statement and noted a drop in H2O pass sales and higher outdoor slide maintenance costs. It scheduled a facility manager evaluation for October 21, 2025 and confirmed the YMCA presentation to schools for October 13, 2025. The meeting was adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Set facility manager evaluation date for October 21, 2025
• Scheduled YMCA presentation to schools for October 13, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2025/2026 Budget Statement and property tax requests. The council will also consider a rezoning request for the Bobette subdivision and review several construction contracts.

• Public hearing for FY 2025/2026 Budget Statement and property tax request
• Rezoning and preliminary plat request for Bobette subdivision (S. 192nd Street and Highway 370)
• Payment request to The Weitz Company for Gretna Community Complex: $1,800,000.00
• Easement purchase agreement payment to Isis Badie Metri Basta: $70,000.00
• Payment request to Bauer Infrastructure for Highway 6 and Capehart Road sanitary sewer extension: $143,534.43

The council approved its consent agenda and a rezoning request for the Lerner parcel, changing it from R‑2 to General Commercial and R‑4 Highest Density Residential. It also adopted two zoning ordinances, approved multiple resolutions for the 204th Street and Schram Road project, and awarded several water‑main construction contracts.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of Lerner parcel to GC and R‑4 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2188 adding Neighborhood Recreational Facilities as permitted accessory use in R‑4 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2189 rezoning from FX Flex Space to RE‑A Residential Estates Animals (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 9‑25(1) Preliminary Engineering Services Supplemental Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 9‑25(2) Environmental Services Supplemental Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 9‑25(4) Property Tax Request for FY beginning Oct 1 2025 (4-0)
• Awarded construction contract to Vrba Construction Inc. for Gretna Community Complex Water Main Improvements (4-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It also approved funds for the Nebraska Trees for Towns Program, allowing 28 trees to be planted at GXP on October 6. The board scheduled the annual Tree Giveaway for September 27, 2025. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2025 meeting (motion by Angie and Jerry)
• Approved funds for Nebraska Trees for Towns Program – 28 trees to be planted at GXP
• Scheduled Annual Tree Giveaway for September 27, 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning changes for residential subdivisions and amend municipal codes regarding fire hydrants and parking. The body will also review bids and award construction contracts for water main and road maintenance projects.

• Ordinance 2184: Rezoning Sterling Chase Subdivision to R-3 High Density Residential
• Ordinance 2185: Rezoning Teal Ridge Village Subdivision to R-4 Highest Density Residential
• Ordinance 2189: Rezoning Lot 2 of Platte Valley Industrial Park Replat 2 to RE-A Residential Estates Animals
• Payment of $380,138.45 to Sinclair Hille for Library, City Hall & Community Center
• Review of bids for 192nd Street Maintenance from Schram Road to Fairview Road

The council approved the consent agenda, which covered the meeting agenda, prior minutes, claims, and several invoices and change orders. It also approved the subdivision, sewer connection and maintenance agreement for Harvest Hills East (SID 382) and adopted three rezoning ordinances that change land in the Sterling Chase, Teal Ridge Village and Platte Valley Industrial Park parcels to higher‑density residential districts. Finally, the council awarded water‑main construction contracts to Vrba Construction and United Utilities & Excavation, entered a closed session on real‑estate and litigation matters, and then adjourned.

• Approved Consent Agenda (3-0-1)
• Approved Harvest Hills East subdivision, sewer & maintenance agreement (SID 382) (3-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2184 rezoning Sterling Chase to R‑3 High Density Residential (3-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2185 rezoning Teal Ridge Village to R‑4 Highest Density Residential (3-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2189 rezoning Platte Valley Industrial Park Lot 2 to RE‑A Residential Estates Animals (3-0-1)
• Awarded Aspen Creek West & Cornhusker Road water‑main contract to Vrba Construction (3-0-1)
• Awarded Teal Ridge Village water‑main contract to United Utilities & Excavation (3-0-1)
• Entered executive (closed) session for real‑estate, pending litigation and contract negotiations (3-0-1)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda. It then approved a preliminary plat and rezoning for Parcel #010466746, changing it to General Commercial and Highest Density Residential, with a 6‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously and the next regular meeting was scheduled for September 23, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Parcel #010466746 (6-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The board unanimously approved the July 2025 meeting minutes and the July financial claims and reports. It adopted a Public Comment Policy for the next month and approved a Public‑Media Relations Recording Policy. The board also noted the hiring of a young adult librarian and adjourned.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous Aye)
• Approved July 2025 financial claims and reports (unanimous Aye)
• Adopted Public Comment Policy for next month (unanimous Aye)
• Approved Public-Media Relations Recording Policy (unanimous Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous Aye)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Coordinating Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 10, 2025, and review 2025 Primetime H20 Zone statistics. The body will also consider the Gretna High School Swim Team schedule for the indoor pool.

• Approval of April 10, 2025 minutes
• Review of 2025 Primetime H20 Zone stats and activities
• Approval of Gretna High School Swim Team indoor pool schedule

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several zoning requests, plat approvals, and a liquor license. The body is also deciding on municipal bonds for recreation center and park improvements and a contract for city pool demolition.

• Ordinance 2187: Issuance of Tax Supported Municipal Improvement Refunding Bonds up to $58,500,000
• Public hearing for 45-foot pole sign for Kubota at 9317 S. 144th Street
• Proposed zoning amendment to allow clubhouses and pools in R-4 residential districts
• Rezoning of Platte Valley Industrial Park portion to RE-A Residential Estates-Animals
• Approval of Class “C” Liquor License for RichardSurber LLC at 115 N. McKenna Ave

The council approved a $58,500,000 municipal bond to refinance existing obligations and fund the recreation center, aquatic facilities, and park projects. It also approved the consent agenda, a conditional use permit for a sign, a zoning text amendment for neighborhood amenities, and several revised final plats and rezoning actions. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Omaha Neon Sign Co (4-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment for Woodsonia 204 Cornhusker (4-0)
• Approved revised final plat and rezoning for Douglas Development LLC (4-0)
• Approved revised final plat for Zancanelli Holdings LLC (4-0)
• Approved revised final plat for Sterling Chase LLC (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2187 authorizing $58.5 M bond issuance (4-0)
• Approved one‑year extension of preliminary plat for I‑80 Crossing Subdivision (motion carried)

Tree Board

The board approved the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Angie and Jerry). The City Council approved the Memorial Trees Program process. Funding for the Nebraska Trees for Towns Program was approved. The Annual Tree Giveaway was scheduled for September 27, 2025 with a plan to purchase 100 trees.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Angie and Jerry)
• City Council approved the Memorial Trees Program process
• Approved funds for the Nebraska Trees for Towns Program
• Scheduled Annual Tree Giveaway for September 27, 2025 (plan to purchase 100 trees)
• Decided the City will administer the hazardous trees policy with agenda and owner notice requirements
• Assigned N.A.A. Summer Field Days attendance: John, Marshall, Missy (both days); Dan (Friday); Amy unable to attend
• Dan Hansen will attend N.A.A. Arborist School on September 11, 12, 25, 26, and November 20‑21
• Angie will email residents on August 16 for tree registration; Missy will produce flyers and cards

City Council

The council approved its consent agenda, including routine payments and the FY25 asphalt street repairs contract. It adopted several ordinances, including sign‑size limits (Ordinance 2181), rezoning of a Giles Creek lot (Ordinance 2182), and a weed‑control code update (Ordinance 2183). The council also authorized a $58.5 million bond series to refinance recreation‑center debt, approved contracts with Marvin Planning Consultants and the design‑development bid for the Gretna Community Complex, and awarded the Sterling Chase and Capehart Road water‑main contract to Kersten Construction. All votes were 4‑0.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2181 – sign size limits in I‑1/I‑2 districts (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2182 – rezoned Giles Creek Subdivision Lot 2 to FX (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2183 – amendment to weed, grass, litter code (4-0)
• Authorized $58.5 M municipal bond series (Ordinance 2187) (4-0)
• Approved contract with Marvin Planning Consultants (4-0)
• Approved Design Development Bid package #2 for Gretna Community Complex (4-0)
• Awarded Sterling Chase and Capehart Road water main contract to Kersten Construction (4-0)

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board approved the June 2025 meeting minutes and the June 2025 claims and reports. The board also approved the estimated August/September 2025 budget and adopted a revised Business Phone Usage Policy. All motions carried with every present trustee voting aye.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 claims and reports (unanimous)
• Approved estimated August/September 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved revised Business Phone Usage Policy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda and five separate development requests, including a conditional‑use sign permit and four revised final plats or zoning amendments. All motions carried with all members voting in favor. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2025.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Omaha Neon Sign Co. (45‑ft Kubota sign) – unanimous
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment for Woodsonia 204 Cornhusker, LLC to allow clubhouses, pools, pickleball courts – unanimous
• Approved Revised Final Plat and rezoning of Lot 6 Platte Valley Industrial Park and Tax Lot 18 to RE‑A Residential Estates‑Animals District – unanimous
• Approved Revised Final Plat for Aspen Creek lots to create Lot 1 Aspen Creek Replat 10 – unanimous
• Approved Revised Final Plat for Sterling Chase Replat 1, Lots 1‑28 and Outlot A – unanimous

City Council

The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved a conditional use permit for Omaha Car Care, LLC and the preliminary plat and rezoning for the Capehart Ridge Phase 2 subdivision. Several ordinances and resolutions were adopted, and a contract with the city’s code‑enforcement attorney was approved.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Omaha Car Care, LLC (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Capehart Ridge Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2181 – sign size limits (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2182 – rezoning to Flex Space (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2183 – weeds, grasses, litter fines (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 7-25(4) – donation procedures for recreation (4-0)
• Approved contract with Donald F. Ficenec as code‑enforcement attorney (4-0)

Tree Board

The board approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. They scheduled the Annual Tree Giveaway for September 27, 2025 and plan to purchase 100 trees from Great Plains Nursery. Free mulch was arranged from Hughes Tree Service and ungrown trees in Gretna Crossing Park will be replaced by the nursery supplier. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Angie and Jerry)
• Scheduled Annual Tree Giveaway for September 27, 2025
• Planned purchase of 100 trees from Great Plains Nursery
• Arranged free mulch from Hughes Tree Service
• Will replace ungrown trees in Gretna Crossing Park with nursery supplier
• John to schedule float work for parade at his home
• Angie to send notifications after second week of August
• Dan and Marshall to attend NAA Summer Field Days Aug 14‑15; John both days

City Council

The Gretna City Council approved the consent agenda and took first readings of two zoning ordinances. It adopted three resolutions, including authorizing a joint application for sports arena financing and revenue bonds. The council also approved the design‑development bid for the Gretna Community Complex and a special liquor license for an American Legion concert. All votes were 4‑0 in favor.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2181 – sign size limits (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2182 – rezoning Lot 2 Giles Creek (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7-25(1) authorizing sports arena financing application and revenue bonds (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7-25(2) directing conveyance of city personal property (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7-25(3) approving wastewater service agreement with Sarpy County (4-0)
• Approved bid package #1 and work authorization for Gretna Community Complex (4-0)
• Approved special designated liquor license for American Legion concert (4-0)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the consent agenda and then granted a Conditional Use Permit for an auto repair shop at Lot 5 Gretna Landing. It also approved a preliminary plat and rezoning of parcels 011619213 and 011619214 to Residential Estates for the Capehart Ridge Phase 2 subdivision. The meeting was adjourned after all motions carried.

• Approved consent agenda (all voted in favor; Jeff Johnson did not vote)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Rick Bettger, Omaha Car Care, LLC (all voted in favor)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning of parcels 011619213/011619214 to RE Residential Estates for Capehart Ridge Phase 2 (all voted in favor; Dustin Kowalewski abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:40 p.m. (all voted in favor)

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board approved the April 2025 meeting minutes, the April and May 2025 financial claims, the revised Service Animal Policy, and the Library Budget Proposal for fiscal year 2025‑2026. All motions passed with unanimous "Aye" votes. No public comments were received.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (all Aye)
• Approved April 2025 claims and reports (all Aye)
• Approved May 2025 claims and reports (all Aye)
• Approved Service Animal Policy (all Aye)
• Approved Library Budget Proposal 2025‑2026 (all Aye)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Economic Development Advisory Committee met on June 23, 2025, established a quorum, and approved the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting. Public comment was none. The committee reviewed LB707 and Ordinance 2180 but took no action on either.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The Gretna City Council approved the revised final plat and rezoning for Giles Pointe Replat 4, the final plat for Gretna Landing Replat 5, and a preliminary plat and rezoning for the Woodland subdivision. It also adopted a zoning text amendment increasing the maximum size for Center Identification Signs in the I‑1 Light Industrial District. Additional approvals included the Gretna Days event, sewer and maintenance agreements for the Sterling Chase Subdivision, and the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda (Yea 4, Nay 0)
• Approved revised final plat and rezoning for Giles Pointe Replat 4 (Yea 4, Nay 0)
• Approved final plat for Gretna Landing Replat 5 (Yea 4, Nay 0)
• Approved preliminary plat and rezoning for Woodland subdivision (Yea 3, Nay 1)
• Approved zoning text amendment to increase Center Identification Sign size to 450 sq ft (Yea 4, Nay 0)
• Approved Gretna Days application for July 24‑27 2025 (Yea 3, Nay 0, Abstain 1)
• Approved subdivision, sewer connection, and maintenance agreements for Sterling Chase Subdivision (SID 380) (Yea 4, Nay 0)

City Council

The council approved its consent agenda and the minutes from the June 3 meeting. It introduced, waived further readings, and adopted Ordinance 2180, which amends sections of the municipal code related to the Economic Development Program. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved agenda for June 14, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes for June 3, 2025 (4-0)
• Introduced and approved first reading of Ordinance 2180 (4-0)
• Waived second and third readings of Ordinance 2180 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2180 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board approved sending board member Dan Hansen to the Nebraska Arborist Association Arborist school sessions for FY2025 and authorized the use of FY2025 budget funds to pay for it. The board also tabled discussion of Memorial trees until next month and agreed to use Gretna Crossings Park as the location for the Trees for Towns grant. Additional actions were assigned to board members for follow‑up on grants, tree donations, and candy donations.

• Approved sending Dan Hansen to FY2025 Arborist school sessions
• Approved using FY2025 budget funds to pay for Dan Hansen's schooling
• Tabled Memorial trees discussion until next month
• Agreed on Gretna Crossings Park as location for Trees for Towns grant
• Assigned Amy to follow up with John Wolken on NRD grant application
• Assigned Marshall to coordinate with Great Plains Nursery to set aside trees for giveaway
• Assigned Angie to sift through new tree requests versus prior recipients
• Assigned Amy, Angie, and Jerry to donate candy bags for tree giveaway

City Council

The Gretna City Council approved its consent agenda and then adopted two ordinances: Ordinance 2177, which amends height requirements for other permitted and conditional uses in the MUC Mixed‑Use Commercial and Business Park zoning district, and Ordinance 2178, which updates sections of the municipal code dealing with weeds, grasses, nuisances, and related procedures. The council also approved Resolution 6‑25(1), a municipality‑state agreement for maintenance of traffic control signals. All votes were 3‑0 in favor with one member absent.

• Approved consent agenda (3‑0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 2177 amending height requirements in MUC district (3‑0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 2178 amending nuisance‑related code sections (3‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution 6‑25(1) traffic signal maintenance agreement (3‑0, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0, 1 absent)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the consent agenda and minutes from the April 22 meeting. It approved a revised final plat and rezoning for Giles Pointe Replat 4, converting residential to general commercial. It also approved a final plat for Gretna Landing Replat 5 and a preliminary plat and rezoning for the Woodland subdivision. Finally, it approved a zoning text amendment increasing the maximum size of center identification signs in the I‑1 Light Industrial district.

• Approved Revised Final Plat and rezoning for Giles Pointe Replat 4 – motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved Final Plat for Lot 29 Gretna Landing Replat 5 – motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and rezoning for Woodland parcels – motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment to increase sign size in I‑1 district to 450 sq ft – motion carried (all voted in favor)
• Approved Consent Agenda and April 22 minutes – motion carried (all voted in favor)

City Council

The Gretna City Council approved its consent agenda and several zoning amendments, permits, and plats. It also adopted three ordinances, including one authorizing up to $23.5 million in tax‑supported municipal bonds for the Community Complex, and approved the FY2025‑26 wastewater budget and the city employee handbook.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)
• Approved zoning text amendment to increase Center Identification Sign size to 450 sq ft (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)
• Approved conditional use permit for a car wash in the GC General Commercial District (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)
• Approved final plat for Teal Ridge Village Lots 1‑2 (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)
• Approved rezoning of Lot 2 Giles Creek from R‑2 to FX Flex Space (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)
• Approved Ordinance 2179 authorizing up to $23,500,000 in tax‑supported bonds for the Community Complex (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)
• Approved Resolution 5‑25(2) FY2025‑26 Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency budget (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)
• Approved addendum to sewer connection agreement with Meridian 168, LLC (Yea: 3, Nay: 0, Absent: 1)

Tree Board

The board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It agreed to aim for a total cost of $14,000 for the Annual Tree Giveaway while maximizing the number of trees. The discussion on the N.A.A. Summer Field Day was tabled until the next meeting. The city will provide shovels for volunteers at future tree‑planting events.

• Approved minutes of April 8, 2025 meeting (motion by Angie and Jerry)
• Set $14,000 total cost target for Annual Tree Giveaway
• Tabled N.A.A. Summer Field Day discussion
• City will provide shovels for volunteer tree‑planting events

City Council

The council approved its consent agenda and granted a Class C liquor license to Papis Mexican Grill. It also approved an easement for the Capehart Road and Highway 6 sanitary‑sewer extension and adopted first readings of three ordinances, including a $23.5 million bond authorization. Additional actions included waiving community‑event fees, a $1,000 contribution to the Chamber of Commerce, and a safety‑plan memorandum with MAPA.

• Approved Class C liquor license for Papis Mexican Grill (4-0)
• Approved easement acquisition for Capehart Road and Hwy 6 sanitary‑sewer extension (3-1)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 2177 (height requirements) (4-0)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 2178 (nuisance provisions) (4-0)
• Adopted first reading and waived second reading of Ordinance 2179 authorizing up to $23.5 M bonds (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 5-25 (1) to waive community event fees (4-0)
• Approved annual $1,000 contribution to the Gretna Chamber of Commerce (4-0)
• Approved MOU with MAPA for the Safety Action Plan (4-0)

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board unanimously approved revisions to three key policies: the Library Card Policy, the Library Programming Policy, and the new Service Animal Policy. The board also approved the March 2025 meeting minutes and financial claims and reports. No other business was taken up.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 financial claims and reports (unanimous)
• Approved revised Library Card Policy (unanimous)
• Approved revised Library Programming Policy (unanimous)
• Approved revised Service Animal Policy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved a zoning text amendment to increase center identification signs to 450 sq ft. It also approved a conditional use permit for a car wash, a final plat for the Teal Ridge Village subdivision, and a rezoning from R‑2 residential to FX flex space. All motions passed with all members voting in favor. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2025.

• Approved Zoning Text Amendment to increase Center Identification Signs to 450 sq ft (all voted in favor)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a car wash in the GC General Commercial District (all voted in favor)
• Approved Final Plat for Teal Ridge Village Lots 1‑2 subdivision (all voted in favor)
• Approved Rezoning of Lot 2 Giles Creek from R‑2 Medium Density Residential to FX Flex Space (all voted in favor)

City Council

The Gretna City Council approved a zoning text amendment to raise the maximum building height to 75 feet in the Mixed Use Commercial district. It also approved a final plat for the Harvest Hills East subdivision, several liquor licenses, and multiple infrastructure contracts including water main, sewer, and street repair projects. All motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved zoning text amendment to increase max height to 75 ft in MUC district (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Harvest Hills East Lots 1‑99 and Outlots A‑E (4-0)
• Approved Class “D” liquor license for Anderson Convenience Market (4-0)
• Approved special designated liquor license for Deer Springs Winery for 2025 Farmers Market (4-0)
• Approved water main extension agreement with Metropolitan Utilities District of Omaha (4-0)
• Approved sewer connection agreement with Meridian 168, LLC for Meridian Marketplace (4-0)
• Approved Vrba Construction contract for Beadle Creek Sub Interceptor Sewer relocation (4-0)
• Approved NL&L Concrete contract for FY25 concrete street repairs (4-0)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Gretna Crossing YMCA Coordinating Committee approved the January 16, 2025 minutes with a 4‑0 vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting, also by a 4‑0 vote. The next meeting is set for August 21, 2025. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved January 16, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Tree Board

The board approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting. The board agreed that Angie Lauritsen will serve as interim Treasurer/Financial Recorder until October, after which Dan Hansen may assume the role. The board authorized the purchase of trees using NRD Grant Funds up to $3,000, with John Wolken to obtain bids and coordinate the purchase.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Appointed Angie Lauritsen as interim Treasurer/Financial Recorder (until Oct.)
• Authorized tree purchase up to $3,000 using NRD Grant Funds
• Planned Arbor Day tree planting at Gretna Crossing Park on April 26, 2025

City Council

The council approved the consent agenda and adopted three ordinances: Ordinance 2174 adding cottage cluster development to zoning, Ordinance 2175 reclassifying Magnolia Replat 2 to R‑4, and Ordinance 2176 adopting the Gretna 2040 Comprehensive Plan. It also approved two resolutions for engineering and environmental services on the 204th St. & Schram Rd. federal‑aid paving project, awarded the City Complex mass‑grading contract to R.L. Ruff Inc., and approved a lobbying retainer and a Building and Parks Superintendent job description. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda (4 yea, 0 nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 2174 – cottage cluster zoning amendment (4 yea, 0 nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 2175 – rezone Magnolia Replat 2 to R‑4 (4 yea, 0 nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 2176 – Gretna 2040 Comprehensive Plan (4 yea, 0 nay)
• Adopted Resolution 4-25(1) – preliminary engineering services agreement (4 yea, 0 nay)
• Adopted Resolution 4-25(2) – environmental services agreement (4 yea, 0 nay)
• Awarded City Complex mass‑grading contract to R.L. Ruff Inc. (4 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved retainer agreement with Radcliffe, Gilbertson & Brady for lobbying services (4 yea, 0 nay)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved a zoning text amendment that increases the maximum height for other permitted and conditional uses to 75 feet in the MUC Mixed Use Commercial and Business Park District. It also unanimously approved the final plat for the Harvest Hills East subdivision, covering Lots 1‑99 and Outlots A‑E. Both actions were taken after public hearings and staff review.

• Approved zoning text amendment to raise max height to 75 ft in MUC district (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Harvest Hills East Lots 1‑99 and Outlots A‑E (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Gretna Public Library Board approved the February 2025 meeting minutes and the February 2025 financial claims and reports, each with unanimous "Aye" votes. The Board also approved revised Video Security Camera and Volunteer policies, again with unanimous "Aye" votes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous aye)
• Approved February 2025 financial claims & reports (unanimous aye)
• Approved revised Video Security Camera Policy (unanimous aye)
• Approved revised Volunteer Policy (unanimous aye)

Miscellaneous Board Meetings

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting with all members voting aye. After the approval, the committee adjourned the March 24, 2025 meeting unanimously. No other actions or votes were taken.

• Approved January 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)