Hebron public meetings in 2023

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 4, 2023, starting with a tour of 421 Lincoln Ave. at 6:20 p.m., followed by the meeting at the Activity Center. Key actions include final readings of ordinances to set water and sewer rates, a vote on selling real estate to Stephen Redman, and approval of a CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant application for $105,500. The council will also make numerous appointments, including city officers and committee members, and handle routine items like minutes, claims, and license renewals.

• Final reading of Ordinance #960 to establish water rates
• Final reading of Ordinance #961 to establish sewer rates
• Ordinance #962 for sale of real estate to Stephen Redman
• Approve CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant application for $105,500
• Nuisance property at 210 Union Ave. and Central Market claim of $211.39

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will meet to approve minutes and claims, set hourly rates for the vac truck and after-hours employee work, and consider pre-approval for fire truck repairs. They will also discuss a donation for Willard Park, renew health insurance for the next year, and pay a dumpster claim.

• Approve October 2023 claims list (excluding claims for Robert Dodes, Hebron Electric, and Central Market)
• Approve claim for Robert Dodes ($60.00)
• Set vac truck hourly rate and employee after-hours service rate
• Pre-approve repair costs for Fire Dept. Truck #30
• Approve health insurance renewal for Dec. 1, 2023 – Nov. 30, 2024

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 6, 2023, to consider several actions, including setting water and sewer rates, approving the 1 and 6 year road and street plan, and filling a council vacancy. They will also review law enforcement and fire department reports, approve grant payments, and address nuisance property and liquor licenses.

• Second reading of Ordinance #960 (water rates) and #961 (sewer rates)
• Public hearing and resolution for 1 & 6 year road and street plan
• Approve bid for real estate sale and nuisance property at 210 Union Ave.
• LB840 grants: Rauner Repair $4,151.50, Thayer Kids Academy $1,752.06, DTR reimbursement $501.88
• Bond payments: Public Safety $18,983.75, Pool $162,531.25

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving a CDBG Downtown Revitalization grant application from Fly By Night Properties LLC. The agenda includes only this item plus standard procedural announcements, with no other business listed.

• Approve CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant Application 2023-7 – Fly By Night Properties LLC

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will hold a special meeting to consider first readings of ordinances establishing water and sewer rates, approve several CDBG Downtown Revitalization grant applications, and discuss recycling options. The meeting is open to the public.

• First reading of Ordinance #960 to establish water rates
• First reading of Ordinance #961 to establish sewer rates
• Approve CDBG grant applications 2023-5 through 2023-10 (Murray Law, Tibbetts Brothers, Fly By Night Properties, Rauner Repair, Cacy Enterprises)
• Donation to NE Rural Water Association for water and sewer rate study
• Discussion of city recycling options

Council Meetings

The Hebron Mayor and City Council will meet to approve the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget, a 1% increase in Restricted Funds Authority, and Resolution 2023-4 setting the property tax request at 0.479746. The meeting is open to the public and will include discussion and approval votes on each item.

• Approval of 2023-2024 fiscal year budget
• Approval of 1% increase in Restricted Funds Authority
• Resolution #2023-4 – property tax request of 0.479746

The Hebron City Council approved a 1% increase in the 2023‑24 Restricted Funds Limitation. It also adopted the 2023‑24 fiscal year budget for overall expenditures of $8,959,878.00. Finally, the council approved Resolution #2023‑4 setting the 2023‑24 property tax request (General Fund $375,461, Bond Fund $24,631, Pool Bond Fund $50,000). All motions carried with no recorded nay votes.

• Approved 1% increase in 2023‑24 Restricted Funds Limitation (motion carried)
• Approved 2023‑24 fiscal year budget of $8,959,878.00 (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution #2023‑4 setting 2023‑24 property tax request (General Fund $375,461, Bond Fund $24,631, Pool Bond Fund $50,000) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:23 a.m. (motion carried)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will meet to approve the August 2023 claims list, with two specific claims considered separately, and to approve a purchase of gas monitors for the volunteer fire department. The meeting is open to the public and includes standard procedural items.

• Approve August 2023 claims list (except Robert Dodes & Hebron Electric)
• Approve claim for Robert Dodes: $60.00
• Approve claim for Hebron Electric & A/C: $360.00
• Approve Hebron Volunteer Fire Department gas monitors for rescue units: $2,314.88

The Hebron City Council approved the August 2023 claims list, excluding Robert Dodes and Hebron Electric & A/C, for a total of $240,045.78. The council also approved a $60.00 cardboard rent claim for Robert Dodes, a $360.00 claim for Hebron Electric & A/C, a $2,314.88 payment to FYR-TEK for gas monitors for the volunteer fire department, and a refund of the $1.30 ACH service charge to customers. All motions carried with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved August 2023 claims (excl. Dodes & Electric) $240,045.78 (5‑0)
• Approved Robert Dodes cardboard rent $60.00 (5‑0)
• Approved Hebron Electric & A/C claim $360.00 (4‑0, Timmerman abstained)
• Approved FYR-TEK payment $2,314.88 for volunteer fire dept (5‑0)
• Approved refund of $1.30 ACH charge to customers (5‑0)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023-2024 budget and a special public hearing to set the tax levy at 0.479746. The meetings are open to the public and will be held at the Activity Center on September 11, 2023.

• Public hearing for 2023-2024 budget
• Special public hearing for setting tax levy at 0.479746
• Meeting at Activity Center, 329 Lincoln Ave., Hebron NE

The City Council conducted two public hearings regarding the 2023-2024 budget and the final tax request. Both public hearings were formally closed following presentations and public comment periods.

• Closed public hearing for 2023-2024 Budget (4-0)
• Closed special public hearing to set final tax request (4-0)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, accepting a resignation, and reviewing department reports. They will also consider several ordinances on parking and vehicle storage, a nuisance declaration, a property sale, and a library director appointment.

• Resolution 2023-1 declaring 340 Lincoln Ave. a nuisance
• Ordinance #957 on parking time limits for vehicles on streets/alley
• Ordinance #958 on storing/parking certain motor vehicles on residential property
• Ordinance #959 on parking travel trailers/campers/converted buses on streets/alley
• Resolution 2023-3 for sale of real estate property

The Council accepted Tim Pickering's resignation and elected Doug Modlin as Council President. The board approved a resolution to sell city-owned real estate via public auction and authorized insurance coverage for the Oregon Trail Marathon. Three ordinances regarding vehicle parking and storage were held for second reading.

• Accepted resignation of Tim Pickering as Council President (4-0)
• Elected Doug Modlin as Council President (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-2 to sponsor and insure the Oregon Trail Marathon on Oct 21, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-3 to sell city real estate at public auction on Nov 6, 2023, with a minimum bid of $25,000 (4-0)
• Approved August 7th and August 14th meeting minutes (4-0)
• Held second readings for Ordinance #957 (street parking limits), #958 (residential vehicle storage), and #959 (trailer parking limits)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is meeting to approve the July 2023 claims list, with two specific claims considered separately, and to make a concession stand loan payment. The agenda is otherwise routine and procedural, with no major policy items or public hearings.

• Approve July 2023 claims list, excluding claims for Robert Dodes and Hebron Electric
• Approve $120.00 claim for Robert Dodes
• Approve $3,989.24 claim for Hebron Electric & A/C
• Concession stand loan payment: $2,477.60 interest, $10,312.42 principal, $12,790.02 total

The City Council approved the July 2023 claims list and several specific payments, including a concession stand loan payment. The meeting was primarily focused on the approval of city expenditures.

• Approved July 2023 claims list totaling $240,045.78 (excluding Robert Dodes and Hebron Electric A/C)
• Approved $120.00 claim for Robert Dodes cardboard rent (4-0)
• Approved $3,989.24 claim for Hebron Electric & A/C (4-0)
• Approved $12,790.00 concession stand loan payment for interest and principal (5-0)

Council Meetings

The City Council approved Ordinance #955 and Ordinance #956 to vacate portions of Day Drive Street. For both ordinances, the council appointed Deb Huber, Francis Rauner, and Larry Fangmeier as appraisers.

• Approved Ordinance #955 to vacate a portion of Day Drive Street (5-0)
• Appointed Deb Huber, Francis Rauner, and Larry Fangmeier as appraisers for Ordinance #955 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #956 to vacate a portion of Day Drive Street (5-0)
• Appointed Deb Huber, Francis Rauner, and Larry Fangmeier as appraisers for Ordinance #956 (5-0)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including vacating streets and alleys, regulating vehicle parking, and setting time limits. They will also discuss a property sale, a 3% cost-of-living increase for employees, and a $28,175 allocation to the Airport Authority.

• Public hearing for nuisance property at 340 Lincoln Ave.
• Ordinance #954 to vacate alley between 3rd and 4th St/Lincoln Ave. and Jefferson
• Ordinance #955 and #956 to vacate portions of Day Drive
• Resolution 2023-1 for sale of real estate property
• Approval of $22,141.22 excavator payment

The City Council approved a monthly law enforcement contract and a 3% cost-of-living raise for most employees. Other actions included declaring a property a nuisance and vacating a city alley. Several ordinances regarding vehicle parking and storage received first readings.

• Approved 2023-2024 Law Enforcement Contract at $13,179.00 per month (5-0)
• Approved 3% cost of living raise for full and part-time employees, excluding water department, effective Oct 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Declared 340 Lincoln Ave. a nuisance property (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 954 to vacate alley between 3rd and 4th Street/Lincoln Ave. and Jefferson (5-0)
• Approved $28,175.00 property tax levy allocation to airport authority (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2019 60 kw generator from Federal Surplus (5-0)
• Approved $22,141.22 excavator payment for principal and interest (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Vicky Ognoski to Library Board following Jay Smith's resignation (5-0)

Council Meetings

The Hebron Mayor and City Council will meet publicly on July 10, 2023, to handle routine approvals and several notable items. They will consider vacating an alley via Ordinance #954, approving a law enforcement contract, and discussing a Community Development Block Grant public hearing. The agenda also includes updates from law enforcement, shop employees, and fire departments, plus a possible closed session for litigation.

• Ordinance #954 to vacate alley between 3rd and 4th St/Lincoln Ave. and Jefferson, with appraiser appointments
• Law enforcement contract approval
• Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant Program 19-PP-007
• SENDD Drawdown #1 for Downtown Revitalization Project: $6,693.75 for general admin
• Approve claim for Hebron Electric: $890.00

The Council approved the advertisement for a full-time Activities Director and authorized a letter of intent to become a Certified Arts District. Other actions included approving various claims and a $500 donation for the Oregon Trail Run.

• Approved advertisement for full-time Activities Director with benefits
• Approved letter of intent to Nebraska Arts Council to become a Certified Arts District
• Approved $500 donation for Oregon Trail Run from Sales Tax
• Approved closing the library front door as an entrance, designating it as an emergency exit only
• Approved $6,693.75 SENDD payment for 2022 Downtown Revitalization Grant fees
• Approved $890.00 claim for Hebron Electric
• Approved June 2023 claims list (excluding Robert Dodes and Kyle Timmerman)
• Approved June 5 and June 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is meeting to discuss routine updates and several action items, including public hearings on a liquor license and two nuisance properties, a bid opening for library steps, and various contract approvals. The agenda also includes updates from law enforcement, fire, and shop employees, as well as a request to vacate an alley.

• Public hearing and approval for liquor license for Brand X
• Bid opening and approval for library steps
• Contract cost adjustment: $9,500 for additional excavation and $4,800 for seeding on 10-inch water main repair
• Electric light pole painting: scrape, prime, and paint 28 poles, estimated $17,500
• Owner-occupied housing project drawdown #5 totaling $11,785.00

The Council approved a liquor license for Brand X Saloon and a $18,000 contract to paint downtown light poles. They also declared 324 N 3rd a nuisance and approved several utility and housing project payments.

• Approved liquor license for Fly by Night Properties, LLC dba Brand X Saloon
• Approved $18,000 bid from Lynn’s Painting for 28 downtown light poles
• Declared 324 N 3rd a nuisance (5-0)
• Denied nuisance declaration for 810 Lincoln Ave. (3-2)
• Rejected $49,350.00 bid from A Plus Contracting for library steps
• Approved $13,847.00 cost adjustment for 10” Water Main Repair
• Approved $11,785.00 drawdown for Owner-Occupied Housing Project #21-TFHO-36016
• Approved closure of Jefferson Street from 4th to 5th Street on July 1-2, 2023

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is meeting to approve routine financial items, including the April 2023 claims list, an insurance policy renewal, and completion of several DTR projects with reimbursement authorizations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve April 2023 claims list (excluding claims for Robert Dodes and Hebron Electric)
• Approve claim for Robert Dodes: $60.00
• Approve claim for Hebron Electric & A/C: $1,066.41
• Approve EMC Insurance renewal totaling $135,641.00
• Approve completion of DTR projects and sign reimbursements: 2022-4 Dageforde Agency ($11,200.00), 2022-6 Thayer Co. Bank ($18,375.76), 2022-7 Thayer Co. Bank ($11,200.00)

The Hebron City Council approved a total of $181,930.01 in claims for April 2023, including payroll and various departmental expenses. They also approved a $135,641 insurance renewal with EMC Insurance for May 2023–May 2024. Three downtown revitalization projects were completed and authorized for reimbursement, totaling $33,590.76.

• Approved $181,930.01 in April 2023 claims (5-0)
• Approved $135,641 EMC Insurance renewal for May 2023–2024 (5-0)
• Approved completion of CDBG Downtown Revitalization Project 2022-4 (Mark and Deb Craig) with $4,015 reimbursement (4-0, Timmerman abstained)
• Approved completion of CDBG Downtown Revitalization Project 2022-6 (Thayer County Bank) with $11,200 reimbursement (4-0, Wiedel abstained)
• Approved completion of CDBG Downtown Revitalization Project 2022-7 (Thayer County Bank) with $18,375.76 reimbursement (4-0, Wiedel abstained)
• Approved $60 payment to Robert Dodes for cardboard rental (5-0)
• Approved $1,066.41 payment to Hebron Electric & A/C (4-0, Timmerman abstained)

Council Meetings

The Hebron Mayor and City Council will meet publicly on May 1, 2023, to approve minutes, hear reports from law enforcement and the fire department, and act on a range of items including a fire department grant application, committee recommendations for facility repairs and a walking trail extension, and final payments for LB840 and Downtown Revitalization projects. They will also consider summer employee applicants, open bids for a SKADA system, approve liquor and plumber licenses for 2023-2024, and make bond payments. The agenda includes several action items, but no detailed discussion or proposals are listed beyond the items themselves.

• Fire Department permission to apply for SDL for July 1st
• LB840 Commercial Enhancement Challenge Grant final payment: Tysen & Justine Hissong - $9,800
• Approve completion of DTR Projects 2022-4 (Dageforde Agency), 2022-6 and 2022-7 (Thayer Co. Bank)
• Approve liquor licenses for Blue Bison, The Bottle Shop, Speedee Mart, 81 Express, 3 Compadres; and plumber licenses for Hebron Electric & A/C, Black Hills Energy, Starr Plumbing LLC, Hebron Plumbing Inc.
• Bond payments: Public Safety Bond $3,983.75 (interest only), Pool Bond $12,531.25 (interest only)

The Council approved several funding requests, including a SKADA system bid and 4th of July activities. They also updated local speed limits, approved various business licenses, and authorized seasonal employee hiring.

• Approved $47,517.52 bid from Atlas Automation, LLC for SKADA system using ARPA funds
• Approved $3,500.00 from Sales Tax fund for 4th of July activities
• Decreased speed limit to 10 mph on Euclid Ave.
• Approved 2023-2024 liquor licenses for Blue Bison, The Bottle Shop, Speedee Mart, 81 Express, and 3 Compadres
• Approved 2023-2024 plumbers licenses for Hebron Electric & A/C, Black Hills Energy, Starr Plumbing, LLC, and Hebron Plumbing Inc
• Approved $9,800.00 final payment to Tysen and Justine Hissong for LB840 grant
• Approved lease of Activity Center office at 329 Lincoln Ave. for six months
• Approved street closure from 13th Street and Dove Ave. for June 7-8

Council Meetings

The Hebron Mayor and City Council will meet to approve the March 2023 claims list, including a $60 claim for Robert Dodes, and to consider bid approval for a SCADA system. They will also review a payment drawdown for project 19-PP007, including a $9,560 invoice from LEO A Daly and a $340 SENDD fee, and appoint Phillip Price to the Board of Adjustments until 2024.

• Approve March 2023 claims list (except Robert Dodes claim)
• Approve $60.00 claim for Robert Dodes
• SCADA system bid approval
• SENDD payment drawdown #3 for Project 19-PP007: LEO A Daly invoice #3 $9,560.00 and SENDD $340.00
• Appoint Phillip Price to Board of Adjustments to fill vacancy until 2024

The City Council approved monthly claims and several project payments, including CDBG Downtown Revitalization funds. The council also authorized bidding for a new SCADA system and appointed a member to the Board of Adjustments.

• Approved March 2023 claims totaling $276,640.68 (6-0)
• Approved $60.00 claim for Robert Dodes for cardboard storage (5-0)
• Approved bidding for updated SCADA system with new control panels (6-0)
• Approved $9,900.00 total payment for Project 19-PP007 Drawdown #3 (4-2)
• Changed Claims Meetings time from 7:15 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. (4-2)
• Appointed Phillip Price to the Board of Adjustments until 2024 (6-0)
• Approved $40,350.00 in CDBG Downtown Revitalization payments to SENDD (5-0)

Council Meetings

The City Council approved the conveyance of a specific tract of land to Farnstrom Works, LLC. Other actions included appointing a new council member and approving several recreation-related salaries and leases.

• Appointed Doug Modlin to city council until December 2024
• Approved $4,050.00 lease for a John Deere tractor for one year
• Approved $9,000.00 salary for 2023 Summer Recreation Director
• Approved $14.50 per hour wage for assistant pool manager
• Scheduled City Clean-up for Saturday, June 10th
• Approved creation of 1 van accessible and 2 handicap parking stalls by ball fields and 1 handicap stall by the pool
• Approved conveyance of described land tract to Farnstrom Works, LLC
• Approved March 6 and March 13, 2023 minutes

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will meet to approve claims, grants, and appointments. Key items include a fire department gear purchase that would push the budget over by $5,972.28, several CDBG grant reimbursements, and hiring seasonal staff for the pool and summer recreation.

• Approve $10,300 claim for Hebron Fire and Rescue Department gear, exceeding budget by $5,972.28
• Approve LB840 CDBG final payment of $14,405.33 to Robert Dodes
• Approve CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant reimbursements: $74,558.30 (Nancy Elting) and $2,984.25 (Debra Kenning-Got Hair)
• Approve TIF 6 reimbursement payment of $2,876.98
• Approve hiring Pool Manager Deb Bulin at $16/hour and Summer Rec Director Tyler Watson at $9,000 salary

The Council approved February 2023 claims totaling $453,395.32 and authorized several CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant reimbursements. The board also hired summer staff for the pool and recreation department.

• Approved February 2023 claims totaling $453,395.32
• Approved $10,300 claim for Hebron Fire and Rescue gear
• Approved $14,405.33 final payment for LB840 CDBG Assistance grant (Robert Dodes)
• Approved $99,411.07 CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant reimbursement (Nancy Elting)
• Approved $3,979.00 CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant reimbursement (Debra Kenning)
• Approved $3,000 for two summer interns through NE Community Foundation
• Approved Deb Bulin as 2023 Pool Manager at $16.00 per hour
• Approved Tyler Watson as 2023 Summer Recreation Director

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and act on a range of items including a public nuisance hearing, grant reimbursements, bid openings, and a TIF payment. Several items are routine approvals or bid referrals to boards.

• Public nuisance hearing for 324 N 3rd
• LB840 grant final payments: Else Ag Services $9,141.28, Robert Dodes $14,405.33
• TIF 6 reimbursement of $75,674.55 to Landmark Holdings
• CDBG Downtown Revitalization reimbursements: Nancy Elting $74,558.30, Debra Kenning $2,984.25
• Bid openings for Roosevelt Park mowing, Riverside Park tree removal, concession stand A/C and furnace, and cemetery hay

The City Council approved a $75,674.55 TIF reimbursement and authorized a $10,000 bank account deposit for Willard Park matching funds. The council also approved a new rescue saw for the fire department and the bidding process for library step replacement.

• Approved $75,674.55 TIF 6 reimbursement payment to Landmark Holdings
• Approved opening bank account at Bruning Bank with $10,000 matching funds for Willard Park
• Approved $1,600 purchase of a new rescue saw for Fire Dept.
• Approved final payment of $9,141.28 for LB840 Commercial Enhancement Challenge Grant 2022-2 (Else Ag Services)
• Approved bidding for replacement of Library Steps
• Approved minutes from February 6 and 13, 2023

Council Meetings

The Hebron Mayor and City Council is meeting to approve routine claims, including a $725.04 electric claim and an $800 donation to Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging. They will also consider matching funds for an EMS equipment grant, a landlord payment agreement for two properties, amended CDBG downtown revitalization guidelines, and discuss a building matter that could lead to litigation.

• Approve January 2023 claims list
• Approve $725.04 Hebron Electric claim for hydrant, deionizer install, heat pump
• Approve $800 donation to Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging
• Request matching funds for Nebraska EMS Equipment ARPA Grant
• Landlord payment agreement for 439 N 5th and 130 S 10th

The City Council approved the January 2023 claims list and several specific expenditures, including a donation to a senior agency and matching funds for an EMS grant. The council also approved amended guidelines for downtown revitalization.

• Approved January 2023 claims totaling $453,395.32 (5-0)
• Approved $725.04 claim for Hebron Electric for hydrant, deionizer install and heat pump (4-0)
• Approved $800.00 annual donation to Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging (4-0)
• Approved up to $5,000.00 in matching funds from EMS Account for NE EMS Equipment ARPA grant (5-0)
• Approved CDBG Downtown Revitalization Amended Guidelines (5-0)
• Approved entering executive session to discuss possible litigation (5-0)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will hold public hearings on a Class D liquor license for Speedee Mart and a Special Designated Liquor license for the Arts Council of Thayer County, then vote on the applications. They will also open and consider bids for mowing and fertilizer/spraying services for the Stastny Community Center, with bids for the library and parks going to their respective boards. The council will discuss the final design and quantity of a Hebron flag, and may enter closed session for building discussion and possible litigation.

• Public hearing and vote on Class D liquor license for Speedee Mart
• Public hearing and vote on Special Designated Liquor License for Arts Council of Thayer County
• Open and approve mowing bid for Stastny Community Center
• Open and approve fertilizer/spraying bid for Stastny Community Center
• Discuss final design and number of Hebron flags to purchase

The Council approved liquor licenses for Western Oil-Speedee Mart and the Arts Council of Thayer County. Maintenance contracts for mowing and fertilizing at the Stastny Community Center were awarded. Bids for other city locations were forwarded to respective boards or will be re-bid.

• Approved January 5th, 9th, and 16th, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Hebron Volunteer Fire Department Roster (6-0)
• Approved Class D liquor license for Western Oil 11, LLC-DBA-Speedee Mart 2903 (6-0)
• Approved Special Designated Liquor License for Arts Council of Thayer County (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Awarded Stastny Community Center mowing bid to Am’s Mowing for $145.00 per mowing (6-0)
• Approved Stastny Community Center Fertilizer/Spraying bid from Hebron Lawn Care for $3,130.00 (6-0)
• Forwarded Willard Park and Library mowing bids to Park and Recreation and Library boards
• Entered executive session to discuss possible litigation (6-0)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve the Parks & Rec Board's recommendation for the Hebron Rec Director position. They will also consider awarding construction contracts for owner-occupied housing projects, including window and siding replacements, and discuss relocating the tree dump to 425 Lincoln Ave.

• Rec Director discussion and recommendation from Parks & Rec Board
• Approval of Rec Director position and recommendation
• Project #003 Crewline Exteriors $13,550.00 – Window Replacement
• Project #011 MIT Contracting $20,355.00 – Replace side, soffit, and fascia
• Project #011 Crewline Exteriors $6,450.00 – Windows Replacement

The Council voted to create a Hebron Recreation Director position and will work with the Park and Recreation Board to determine the salary and job description. The Council also approved three construction contracts for owner-occupied housing. A proposal to give a building at 425 Lincoln Ave. to TCEDA was denied.

• Established Hebron Recreation Director position (6-0)
• Approved Owner-Occupied Housing contract for Project #003 Crewline Exteriors $13,550.00 (6-0)
• Approved Owner-Occupied Housing contract for Project #011 MIT Contracting $20,355.00 (6-0)
• Approved Owner-Occupied Housing contract for Project #011 Crewline Exteriors $6,450.00 (6-0)
• Denied motion to give building at 425 Lincoln Ave. to TCEDA (2-4)
• Denied motion to hire Recreation Director at $3,000.00 monthly minimum salary (3-3)
• Denied motion to hire Recreation Director at $43,680.00 yearly minimum salary (2-4)

Council Meetings

The Hebron Mayor and City Council will meet to approve routine financial claims, including the December 2022 claims list, a payment to the Hebron Fire Department, and a $60.00 claim for Robert Dodes. They will also approve a final $4,100.00 payment for the LB840 Commercial Enhancement Challenge Grant for 2021-01-TC Pharmacy and discuss a reimbursement policy for Hebron Volunteer Fire Department meetings and conferences.

• Approve December 2022 claims list (excluding Robert Dodes)
• Approve claim for Hebron Fire Dept.
• Approve $60.00 claim for Robert Dodes
• Approve final $4,100.00 payment for LB840 grant 2021-01-TC Pharmacy
• Discuss HVFD meeting/conference reimbursement policy

The City Council approved the claims list for December 2022 and a specific reimbursement for cardboard rent. No other substantive business was conducted during the meeting.

• Approved December 2022 claims list totaling $303,482.83 (4-0)
• Approved $60.00 claim to Robert Dodes for cardboard rent (4-0)

Council Meetings

The Hebron City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 5, 2023, to discuss and vote on several items, including opening bids for asbestos removal and demolition, reallocating sales tax, and approving various contracts and reimbursements. The agenda also includes updates from law enforcement, shop employees, and the fire department, as well as several financial approvals.

• Open bids for asbestos removal at 425 Lincoln Ave. and 319 South 3rd St.
• Open bids for demolition at 325 & 329 South 3rd St.
• Vote to reallocate sales tax
• TCEDA membership fee of $6,500.00
• CDBG reimbursements: TC Pharmacy $5,289.91, Andrea Steele $1,912.50, Kelly Burkey $1,472.85

The Council approved several infrastructure and maintenance contracts, including asbestos removal and home demolition. They also authorized various grant payments and updated the city's bidding process. A request for a new dumpster for the Nelson Building was denied.

• Approved $43,075 generator bid from Nebraska Generator Service, LLC (6-0)
• Approved fire department to seek quotes for new Equipment Truck (6-0)
• Approved $10,000 asbestos removal bid for 425 Lincoln Ave (4-2)
• Approved $16,500 asbestos removal bid for 319 S. 3rd Street (6-0)
• Approved $17,500 demolition bid from Nutsch Construction for 2 homes (6-0)
• Approved update to the city bidding process (6-0)
• Approved $6,500 for TCEDA Annual Dues from Sales Tax fund (6-0)
• Denied up to $5,500 for a new dumpster for the Nelson Building (2-4)