Bennet public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on a consent agenda including multiple contracts and right-of-way agreements, then hold a public hearing on amendments to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Air Pollution Control Program Regulations. New business includes a $1,041,892 five-year contract with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras and related services, a $1,523,000 construction contract for the SquareOne Family Resource Center, and a $478,516.31 ARPA grant to the City of Waverly for water supply improvements.

• Public hearing on amendments to Air Pollution Control Program Regulations (Article 2)
• $1,041,892 contract with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras and services (5-year term)
• $1,523,000 construction contract for SquareOne Family Resource Center
• $478,516.31 ARPA grant to City of Waverly for water supply and distribution project
• $717,925.65 contract for replacement of County Bridge S-059

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved a five-year memorandum of understanding with Axon Enterprise Inc for body worn cameras and related services, estimated at up to $1,041,892. The board also approved a $717,925.65 contract for replacement of County Bridge S-059 and a $478,516.31 ARPA grant to the City of Waverly for its water supply project. All votes were unanimous except for two abstentions on separate claims.

• Approved Axon Enterprise body camera MOU, up to $1,041,892 (5-0)
• Approved Lobato Construction bridge replacement contract, $717,925.65 (5-0)
• Approved $478,516.31 ARPA grant to City of Waverly for water project (5-0)
• Approved $99,306 sole source contract to Ayars & Ayars for Roca roof repair (5-0)
• Approved $1,523,000 construction contract for SquareOne Family Resource Center (5-0)
• Approved $152,790.11 furniture contract for SquareOne Family Resource Center (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 Justice Assistance Grant for Sheriff's Narcotics Task Force (5-0)
• Approved $123,847 grant from Nebraska Crime Commission (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider applications for motor vehicle tax exemptions. The board will also address additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls.

• Motor vehicle tax exemption application: Christian Heritage Children’s Home
• Motor vehicle tax exemption application: Cristo Rey Catholic Church of Lincoln
• Motor vehicle tax exemption application: Citylight Lincoln Church
• Review of additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization approved the minutes from its December 3 meeting, additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls, and motor vehicle tax exemption applications for three organizations. All votes were 5-0. No public comment was made.

• Approved minutes of December 3, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls (5-0)
• Approved motor vehicle tax exemption applications for Christian Heritage Children's Home, Cristo Rey Catholic Church of Lincoln, and Citylight Lincoln Church (5-0)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hear a planning update and consider action items including a letter of support for the ACCEL NE grant application by the Nebraska Department of Transportation, applications for FY2026 Community-Based Juvenile Services Aid and Enhancement Grants, and adoption of the Lancaster County Comprehensive Youth Services Plan 2025-2030. The board will also hold an executive session for pending litigation, potential litigation, and legal advice. Discussion of board member meetings and scheduling is included.

• Letter of Support for ACCEL NE grant application by Nebraska Department of Transportation
• Application for FY2026 Community-Based Juvenile Services Aid Grant funding
• Application for FY2026 Community-Based Juvenile Services Aid Enhancement Grant funding
• Lancaster County Comprehensive Youth Services Plan 2025-2030 approval
• Executive session for pending litigation, potential litigation, and legal advice

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved a letter of support for the ACCEL NE grant, applications for two juvenile services grants, and the 2025-2030 Comprehensive Youth Services Plan. They also permitted Commissioner-elect Chelsea Johnson to attend the NACO conference at a discounted rate. The board entered executive session for litigation and legal advice, and no public comment or emergency items were reported.

• Approved letter of support for ACCEL NE grant application (3-0)
• Approved FY2026 Community-Based Juvenile Services Aid Grant application (3-0)
• Approved FY2026 Community-Based Juvenile Services Aid Enhancement Grant application (3-0)
• Approved Lancaster County Comprehensive Youth Services Plan 2025-2030 (3-0)
• Permitted Commissioner-elect Chelsea Johnson to attend NACO conference (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Entered executive session for litigation and legal advice (5-0)
• Adjourned at 11:49 a.m. (3-0)

Joint Budget Committee

The Joint Budget Committee will vote on several items, including a $300,000 request from Friendship Home, a $19,900 request from Malone Center for CEO Diversion, and recommendations for the 2025 Keno HS Prevention Fund. The committee will also review Human Services Grant Guidelines and discuss the 2025 Comprehensive Juvenile Services Plan. Updates on local casino and state gambling prevention allocations are scheduled.

• Vote on 2025 Keno HS Prevention Fund Recommendations
• Vote on Friendship Home Proposed Request $300,000
• Vote on Malone Center CEO Diversion Proposed Request $19,900
• Review Human Services Grant Guidelines
• Discussion on 2025 Comprehensive Juvenile Services Plan

The Joint Budget Committee approved the consent agenda and minutes from September, the Human Services Activity Report, and nominated Council Member Bowers as Chair for 2025. It voted to move the 2025 Keno HS Prevention Fund Recommendations and the revised Human Services Grant Guidelines forward for final approval. The committee tabled the Friendship Home proposal for the next open grant cycle and approved reallocating $14,000 in Juvenile Justice Prevention Funds to the Malone Center. No public comment was received.

• Approved consent agenda and September minutes (5-0)
• Approved Human Services Activity Report (5-0)
• Approved Council Member Bowers as JBC Chair for 2025 (5-0)
• Moved 2025 Keno HS Prevention Fund Recommendations forward for final approval (6-0)
• Moved Human Services Grant Guidelines forward for final approval (6-0)
• Tabled Friendship Home proposal for next open grant cycle (6-0)
• Approved reallocating $14,000 to Malone Center for CEO Program (6-0)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will discuss several items including unclassified salaries for appointed officials, a semi-annual update from Aging Partners, a quarterly update from Community Corrections, and a midyear budget review scheduling. The board will also consider a proposal to vacate North 141st Street between Agnew Road and Rock Creek Road, and hold an executive session on pending or imminent litigation and legal advice.

• Unclassified salaries for 2025 appointed officials (Nicole Gross, Human Resources)
• Semi-annual Aging Partners update (Randy Jones)
• Community Corrections first quarter FY 2024-2025 update (Jeff Kilpatrick)
• Midyear budget review scheduling and memo (Dennis Meyer)
• Vacation of North 141st Street between Agnew Road and Rock Creek Road (Pam Dingman, John Berry)

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved 2025 salaries for unclassified positions, including a $7,000 increase for the Human Services Director, and directed staff to prepare a resolution for the December 17 meeting. They also approved a 30-day extension for the vacation of North 141st Street between Agnew Road and Rock Creek Road. The board received updates from Aging Partners, Community Corrections, and NACO, and entered executive session for litigation and legal advice.

• Approved 2025 unclassified salaries (5-0): Facilities & Properties Director $140,500; Veterans Service Officer $91,687; Deputy CAO $139,713; CAO $188,802; Emergency Mgmt Director $98,557; others at 104.5% of current
• Amended salary motion to add $7,000 increase for Human Services Director (5-0)
• Approved 30-day extension for vacation of North 141st Street between Agnew Road and Rock Creek Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Entered executive session for pending/potential litigation and legal advice (5-0)
• Exited executive session (4-0, Amundson absent)
• Adjourned at 11:14 a.m. (4-0, Amundson absent)

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on a five-year, $1,042,405 contract with Axon Enterprise Inc for body-worn cameras for the Sheriff's Office. Other items include contracts for digital camera upgrades ($144,300) and cabling ($279,996), a $74,000 annual public-relations agreement with Violet Communications for economic development and tourism, and an archaeological survey for a bridge replacement on West Waverly Road. The board will also consider routine approvals of minutes, claims, and consent items.

• Contract with Axon Enterprise Inc for body-worn cameras and services, $1,042,405 over five years
• Contract with Kidwell Inc for digital camera replacement, not to exceed $144,300
• Contract with Kidwell Inc for CAT6 cable replacement, not to exceed $279,996
• Agreement with Violet Communications LLC for public relations, $74,000 annually for two years
• Speed limit signs at 25 mph on Southwest 50th, Southwest 47th, Southwest 44th, and West Peach Streets

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved a five-year, $1,042,405 contract with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras and related services, with the first payment of $208,481 to be reimbursed by a grant expected in October 2025. The board also approved several other contracts, including a $144,300 digital camera replacement and $279,996 CAT6 cable upgrade for the County Jail, and a $74,000 annual public relations consulting agreement with Violet Communications. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Christa Yoakum absent.

• Approved Axon body camera contract, $1,042,405 over 5 years (4-0)
• Approved $144,300 digital camera replacement at County Jail (4-0)
• Approved $279,996 CAT6 cable upgrade at County Jail (4-0)
• Approved $74,000/year PR consulting with Violet Communications (4-0)
• Approved $8,600 structural survey of 220 South 17th St building (4-0)
• Approved $3,500 archeological survey for W. Waverly Rd bridge (4-0)
• Approved 25 MPH speed limit signs on SW 50th, 47th, 44th, W. Peach St (4-0)
• Approved 2025 bank depositories resolution (4-0)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will approve previous meeting minutes and discuss old business including a human resources remodel payment and change order, an HVAC upgrade at Luxford Studio, a security update, and a county board/city council office remodel discussion. New business includes approving general vouchers for October and November 2024 and recognizing Roma Amundson for exemplary service. The main action involves approving numerous contract amendments and new contracts for equipment rental, HVAC services, plumbing, maintenance, supplies, alarm monitoring, snow removal, fuel, ATM services, and more.

• Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources Remodel payment application and change order
• Luxford Studio HVAC Upgrade payment application
• Recognition of Roma Amundson for exemplary service
• Amendment to contract for HVAC services #23-025 with multiple vendors
• Contract for snow and ice removal #24-194 with Jakes Odd Jobs Inc, K2 Construction, and Vasa Construction

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The Reducing Racial and Ethnic Disparities Committee will discuss several items, including a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan priorities, school training updates, a book club, and a Georgetown University Center for Juvenile Justice Reform update on advancing racial justice and equity in youth legal systems. The committee will also hold a truancy discussion. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Comprehensive Plan Priorities presentation by Sara Hoyle
• School Training update by Ryan Zabawa
• Book Club discussion led by Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Update (Center for Juvenile Justice Reform) from Jason Stille & Laura Suhr
• Truancy Discussion (all members)

The committee brainstormed and identified four main topics for the juvenile justice comprehensive plan: parent engagement, cultural representation in mental health and language access, appropriate/accessible services, and education/training on disparities. They also decided to let Karen choose the book for the upcoming book club, which will start in February and be open to the JDAI Collaborative. No formal votes were taken; all actions were consensus-based.

• Identified four priorities for juvenile justice plan: parent engagement, cultural representation, accessible services, education/training
• Delegated book selection for book club to Karen
• Scheduled book club to start in February, open to JDAI Collaborative
• Noted LPS internal meeting on Dec 13 to discuss facilitated dialogue at Park Middle School and Lincoln High

YFCRC (SquareOne) Governing Board

The SquareOne Governing Board will meet on December 5, 2024, to approve minutes from October 31, nominate and vote for a Voting Member with Lived Experience and three Non-Voting Members, and consider revised bylaws. The agenda also includes a discussion of the SquareOne website, updates from Region V (CenterPointe), County (220 S. 17th and Reinvestment Grant), and City (LPD Crisis Calls), followed by public comment.

• Approve revised bylaws
• Nomination and vote for Voting Member with Lived Experience
• Nomination and vote for three Non-Voting Members
• Discussion of SquareOne website
• Updates on County Reinvestment Grant and City LPD Crisis Calls

The SquareOne Governing Board approved minutes from October, elected Jodi Rezabek as the Voting Member with Lived Experience, and accepted revised bylaws. Nominations for three non-voting members were tabled. The board also discussed updates on the 220 S 17th Street building, Region V Systems services, and the Youth Advisory Council.

• Approved minutes from 10.04.24 (5-0)
• Elected Jodi Rezabek as Voting Member with Lived Experience (5-0)
• Tabled nominations for three non-voting members
• Accepted revised bylaws with changes (6-0)
• Closed meeting (6-0)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting will hear updates on unclassified salaries, quarterly juvenile probation and HR reports, a retirement plan (PEHP) RFP recommendation, and a semi-annual strategic plan progress report. The board will also consider a resolution adopting revisions to air pollution control regulations, take action on a Justice Assistance Grant application, and make reappointments to the Air Pollution Control Advisory Board and Extension Board.

• Health Department regulation revisions – resolution adopting changes to air pollution control rules
• PEHP RFP recommendation – retirement plan vendor selection
• Action item: Application for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funding
• Reappointments to Air Pollution Control Advisory Board (Joselyn Luedtke, Piyush Srivastav) and Extension Board (Kimberly Klein, Phil Tegeler, Nicole Miller)
• Quarterly updates on juvenile probation, HR, and strategic plan progress

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 to accept the recommendation to transition the Post Employment Health Plan (PEHP) to Voya, replacing MissionSquare. The board also approved a grant application for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for the narcotics task force. Several other items were discussed, including salary surveys, a juvenile probation update, and a strategic plan progress report, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved transition of PEHP to Voya (5-0)
• Approved JAG grant application for narcotics task force (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 (3-0)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will hold public hearings and take action on motor vehicle tax exemption applications. The board will also address additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls.

• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for Outline Inc dba OutNebraska, Great Plains Community Church, F Street Neighborhood Church, Grace Lutheran Church, St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, Mosaic in Southeast Nebraska (2), Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary Inc (2), Parkview Christian School, and CEDARS Youth Services
• Review of additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls
• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on issuing up to $15.5 million in revenue refunding bonds for Tabitha InterGen LLC. They will also consider consent items including a contract amendment for substance abuse education at the jail, setting a public hearing on air pollution regulations, and several new business items such as a social media archiving contract, a DUI enforcement grant, and a skid steer purchase.

• Public hearing and resolution to issue up to $15,500,000 in Revenue Refunding Bonds for Tabitha InterGen Project
• Amendment to contract with Unity Inspired LLC to add substance abuse educational instruction at $100 per class (not to exceed $4,400)
• Setting a public hearing for Dec. 17 on amendments to Lincoln-Lancaster County Air Pollution Control Program regulations
• Agreement with CivicPlus for social media archive services at up to $7,188 for one year
• Mini-grant contract with Nebraska DOT for Sheriff's Office DUI enforcement in the amount of $11,880

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board will vote on a resolution to begin eminent domain proceedings for a bridge replacement project on South 46th Street and Brandon Boulevard. Other new business includes traffic control devices on Northwest 40th and West Holdrege streets, a $5,350 utility easement for Lincoln Electric System, and a $174,200 claim for consulting services. Consent items cover juvenile justice grants, contract amendments, and approval of routine claims and change orders. The board also will consider a settlement agreement with employee Amy McGinnis.

• Resolution to initiate eminent domain for Project 22-42 Bridge Replacement S-059 Tract 2 at S. 46th & Brandon Blvd
• Claim to Conventions Sports & Leisure Intl LLC for $174,200
• Grant contract with Everybody Gets a Chance for $10,000 in juvenile justice prevention funds
• Settlement agreement and general release with Amy McGinnis, effective Nov. 26, 2024
• Utility easement to Lincoln Electric System for $5,350

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This is a routine staff meeting of the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, updates from the Veterans Service Office and Information Services, an executive session for pending litigation and legal advice, and discussions of board member meetings attended. No public hearings, ordinances, or contracts with dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Executive session scheduled for pending litigation, potential litigation, and legal advice
• Veterans Service Office update by Mark Lakamp
• Quarterly Information Services update by Abby Eccher
• Discussion of board member meetings attended, including Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and New Americans Task Force

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold public hearings and take action on tax exemption requests. This includes proposed changes in exemption status for specific entities and motor vehicle tax exemptions.

• Proposed change in exemption status for City of Lincoln (2 parcels), Great Plains Community Church, Cheney United Methodist Church, and Hilltop Foundation
• 2024 451 exemption applications
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for entities including People's City Mission Home and Catholic Social Services
• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve various contracts, grant funding for childcare assistance, and traffic control changes. The board will also consider several vehicle purchases for the County Sheriff and professional services for bridge and road projects.

• Contract to Lobato Construction LLC for replacement of County Bridge S-059 for $717,925.65
• Childcare Assistance program grants: $100,000 to Willard Community Center, $20,500 to Northeast Family Center, and $8,500 to Voices of Hope Lincoln Inc
• Purchase of 6 Ford Police Interceptors for $264,900, 2 Ford Edge SUVs for $69,758, and 1 Chrysler Pacifica for $43,150
• Agreement with E & A Consulting Group Inc for County Bridge X-84 replacement services not to exceed $215,317.50
• Resolutions to install and remove traffic control devices on West Branched Oak Road

City-County Common Meeting

The Lincoln-Lancaster County common meeting will discuss three main items: an update on the Lincoln-Lancaster County Energy Management Plan, a progress report on the Permanent Supportive Housing Project, and a presentation on the proposed Wilderness Park Annexation. The council will also elect a chair and vice-chair for 2025 and approve minutes from the August 2024 meeting.

• Election of chair and vice-chair for 2025
• Lincoln-Lancaster County Energy Management Plan presentation by Kerin Peterson and Kim Morrow
• Permanent Supportive Housing Project update by Peter Hind and Stephanie Rouse
• Wilderness Park Annexation presentation by David Cary
• Public comment period for items on the agenda

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes quarterly updates on federal infrastructure projects, health and wellness, a survivors' needs assessment from domestic violence organizations, a budget report, and an executive session for potential litigation and legal advice. Board members will also discuss meetings attended and upcoming schedule.

• Quarterly federal infrastructure projects update by County Engineer
• Quarterly health and wellness update by City-County Wellness Coordinator
• Survivors' needs assessment presented by Friendship Home, Voices of Hope, and Nebraska Wesleyan University
• Budget and Fiscal Director report
• Executive session for potential litigation and legal advice

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will discuss building maintenance, staffing, and financial matters including the county budget for cameras. The meeting also includes updates on Medicare, Molina, and CARF outcomes.

• MHCC building custodial and maintenance updates
• County budget for cameras
• Staffing updates for full-time and on-call MHTs
• Review of Credible/Qualifacts invoices
• CARF outcome and VCRC/co-responder updates

Youth Crisis Response Coalition

The Youth Crisis Response Coalition will meet via Zoom to review a Notice of Funding and analyze current data trends. The group will also discuss the addition of new members and set the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Review of Notice of Funding shared by Sara Hoyle
• Analysis of data trends and information needs
• Addition of Andrea Phillips from LPS as a member
• Identification of beneficial topics or resources
• Scheduling of 2025 meeting dates

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will decide on a resolution to purchase real property at 815 K Street, Lincoln, along with an amendment to extend the closing date and a lease agreement allowing the seller to remain on-site. Other major items include adopting the One and Six-Year Road and Bridge Construction Program for fiscal years 2025-2030 and approving several large contracts for bridge replacement, equipment rental, and microfilm digitization. The consent agenda contains routine contract amendments and right-of-way agreements.

• Resolution and lease for 815 K Street property; Jenda Family Services to pay $6,560/month for 90 days
• Adoption of One and Six-Year Road and Bridge Construction Program (Fiscal Year 2025 and 2026-2030)
• Contract with M.E. Collins Contracting for County Bridge W-104 replacement, not to exceed $414,702
• Purchase orders for rental of one backhoe and two wheel loaders for four years, total $532,583
• Grant award from Nebraska Crime Commission for $87,744 for SFY 2025 JAG Election Security project

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a staff meeting to discuss a resolution authorizing the issuance of revenue refunding bonds to refinance outstanding debt for the Tabitha InterGen project. Other items include a disaster declaration update, a proposal to name Eiseley Creek, and an executive session on pending and potential litigation.

• Discussion of resolution for revenue refunding bonds (Tabitha InterGen project) to refinance debt
• Executive session on pending and potential litigation
• Disaster declaration update (document provided)
• Eiseley Creek naming proposal (CAO report)
• Corrections Director report by Brad Johnson

Board of Commissioners - Miscellaneous

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to conduct a tour of the Lincoln Sports Foundation. This is a site visit and no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Tour of Lincoln Sports Foundation at 7600 North 70th Street

Board of Corrections

The board will consider approval of minutes from August 8, 2024, and receive updates on population statistics, programming, transportation, work crews, and training. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of Board of Corrections meeting minutes for August 8, 2024
• Review of population statistics and charts
• Reports on programming, transportation, work crews, and training

Board of Commissioners

This agenda is a cancellation notice. There will be no Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

• No meeting held on this date

Justice Council

The Lancaster County - City of Lincoln Justice Council will meet to approve minutes from September 23, 2024, and receive updates on corrections, community corrections, and problem-solving courts. No votes on policy or spending are scheduled. The meeting includes public comment limited to 15 minutes and adjourns by 9:00 a.m.

• Approval of Justice Council minutes for September 23, 2024
• Corrections update with population statistics and charts (3rd quarter 2024)
• Community Corrections update from Director Jeff Kilpatrick
• Problem-solving courts update from Drug Court, DUI Court, and Veterans Court coordinators
• Agency and organizational updates from courts, attorneys, law enforcement, probation, and service providers

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee will meet to receive a training update from Karen Bell-Dancy, hear a Georgetown University presentation on advancing racial justice in youth legal systems, and discuss truancy issues. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational items and discussion.

• Training update from Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform presentation on racial justice in youth legal systems
• Truancy discussion led by Laura Suhr and Ryan Zabawa

YFCRC (SquareOne) Governing Board

The Youth & Family Crisis Response Center Governing Board will hold nominations and votes for one voting member with lived experience and three non-voting members. The board will also review a policy application for public liability insurance and discuss draft bylaws. Updates will be provided from Region V, Lancaster County (including 220 S. 17th and a reinvestment grant), and the City of Lincoln (LPD crisis calls).

• Nominations/vote for Voting Member with Lived Experience
• Nominations/vote for Three Non-Voting Members
• Policy application for public liability insurance – Kristy Bauer
• Review Draft By-Laws
• City Updates: LPD Crisis Calls

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners holds a staff meeting with reports from the Mental Health Crisis Center and Weed Control Authority, a policy discussion on official team building functions, and a vacancy savings update. They will consider reappointing Gwen Thorpe to the Keno Human Services Prevention Fund Advisory Committee and may enter executive session for legal advice.

• Reappointment of Gwen Thorpe to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Keno Human Services Prevention Fund Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2027
• Discussion of Official Team Development Functions Policy
• Vacancy Savings report from Budget and Fiscal Officer
• Mental Health Crisis Center Director Report
• Weed Control Authority Director Report

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider approving minutes, claims, several contract renewals and amendments, a $511,445 culvert maintenance contract, a $86,133 parking lot construction, and other agreements. They will also vote on resolutions for payments during adjournment, striking uncollectible taxes, and program compliance, as well as personnel actions including compensatory time off and an exceptional circumstance pay increase.

• Approval of a $511,445.45 culvert maintenance contract with Midwest Infrastructure Inc (Project 22-31).
• A $86,133 contract with MTZ Construction LLC for DMV/Election Commission parking lot construction.
• A $44,207 subaward contract with St. Monica's Behavioral Health for pretrial release program.
• Request for an exceptional circumstance four-step pay increase for a Community Corrections Mental Health Specialist.
• Amendment renewing LinkedIn Learning cloud services with Carahsoft for $8,568.

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners holds a staff meeting to receive reports and discuss administrative matters. Items include a community corrections director report and space needs, an HR update on a bilingual pay policy and compliance training proposal, and an executive session for potential litigation and legal advice. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Executive session for potential litigation and legal advice
• Community Corrections Director report and space needs discussion
• Human Resources update on Bilingual Pay Policy
• Human Resources update on Compliance Training Proposal
• Discussion of board member meetings attended and future schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider multiple contracts and agreements, including a $1.6 million bridge replacement, a $465,209 ARPA grant for rural fire radios, and a facility needs assessment for the Youth Services Center. The board will also vote on adoption of the 2025 county legislative priorities. Several consent items cover routine contract renewals and a right-of-way purchase.

• Contract with K2 Construction for replacement of Bridge F-181, not to exceed $1,635,546.35
• Grant to Firth Rural Fire District for interoperable radios using $465,209 in ARPA funds
• Agreement with Sinclair Hille Architects for Youth Services Center facility assessment at $73,675
• Contract with Jones Automotive for emergency vehicle equipment, not to exceed $200,000
• Adoption of 2025 Lancaster County Legislative Priorities

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The committee will approve minutes from October 3, receive updates from six subcommittees, and consider establishing new subcommittees under Article 6 of the bylaws. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024
• Updates from Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance, Conceptual Programming, Building Design, and Site Design subcommittees
• Potential establishment of subcommittees pursuant to Article 6 of the bylaws
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from property management and emergency management directors, receive an update from Visit Lincoln, and consider reallocation requests from the county engineer and treasurer. They will also discuss draft legislative priorities and vote on an application for Edward Byrne Memorial JAG election security funding.

• Approval of October 10, 2024 staff meeting minutes
• Director reports from Property Management and Emergency Management
• County Engineer reallocation request (Tyler Eberspacher document)
• County Treasurer reallocation requests (Office Services Specialist, MV Assistant Supervisor)
• Action item: Application to Nebraska Crime Commission for SFY 2025 JAG Election Security Funding

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider consent items including a contract amendment with Wellpath LLC that adjusts jail medical staffing and compensation, increasing monthly costs by $18,099.98 to a total of $4,034,809.27. The board will also vote on a collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29 covering August 2024 to August 2026. In new business, they will appoint a health director, approve a facility needs assessment for the Youth Services Center, and handle several contract amendments for road projects.

• Amendment to Wellpath LLC jail medical contract adding one RN and one Infectious Disease Nurse/Director, new total $4,034,809.27 (consent item)
• Collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29, term Aug 22, 2024 – Aug 31, 2026
• Appointment of Kerry Kernen as Health Director for Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department
• Facility needs assessment and concept design for Lancaster County Youth Services Center with Sinclair Hille Architects, cost $73,675
• Grant contract with Star City Optimist Youth Foundation not to exceed $96,000 from Visitors Improvement Fund

Board of Equalization

This is a routine meeting of the Lancaster County Board of Equalization. The board will consider certification of 2024-2025 tax levies, approve prior meeting minutes, and conduct public hearings on motor vehicle tax exemption applications from Clyde Malone Community Center and Northern Lighthouse Church.

• Approval of minutes from October 1, 2024 meeting
• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls
• Certification of 2024-2025 tax levies
• Public hearing on motor vehicle tax exemption for Clyde Malone Community Center
• Public hearing on motor vehicle tax exemption for Northern Lighthouse Church

Board of Commissioners - One & Six-Year Road & Bridge Improvement Program Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the One and Six-Year Road and Bridge Improvement Program for fiscal years 2025 and 2026-2030. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Public hearing on the One and Six-Year Road and Bridge Improvement Program for FY2025 and FY2026-2030

STOP Committee

The STOP Committee will approve July meeting minutes, review class attendance counts and law enforcement fund balance, and consider a fund request from the Lincoln Police Department. Public comment is also on the agenda.

• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Class attendance count summary review
• Law enforcement fund balance update
• Fund request from LPD (Lincoln Police Department)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hear staff reports, consider appointing Kerry Kernen as Health Director for the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, receive a briefing on the one- and six-year road and bridge construction program, and get an update on the LinkPointe detox and community response program. The board will also hold an executive session on union negotiations and legal advice, and discuss a recommendation from the Pension Review Committee regarding Empower Advisory Services.

• Appointment of Kerry Kernen as Health Director for Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (resume provided)
• Briefing on CPC24019 – one- and six-year Lancaster County road and bridge construction program
• Update on LinkPointe, a 24-hour detox program involving Lincoln Police and CenterPointe
• Executive session for union negotiations and legal advice
• Recommendation from Pension Review Committee regarding Empower Advisory Services

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board is meeting to discuss building maintenance, staffing, and financial reports. The agenda includes reviews of county budgets and regional contracts.

• MHCC building custodial and maintenance updates
• County budget and Region V contracts
• Molina financials
• Goldfax copier contract change
• CARF reviews from October 3rd and 4th

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts and agreements, including a $807,700 engineering supplement for the North 14th Street project, a $2 million natural gas supply contract, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police. The board will also consider a $414,702 bridge replacement, a $511,445 culvert maintenance contract, and acceptance of a $383,666 grant for pretrial release programs. Routine consent items include contract amendments and monthly reports.

• $807,700 engineering supplement for North 14th Street (Alvo Road to Ashland Road)
• $2,000,000 natural gas contract with Heartland Natural Gas LLC (41-month term)
• $414,702 bridge replacement for County Bridge W-104
• $511,445 culvert maintenance contract (Phase IV) with Midwest Infrastructure Inc
• Collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29 (2024–2026)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will discuss and vote on several contract approvals, including amendments for ice melt and fire sprinkler maintenance, and a new natural gas supply contract. Other items include approval of a payment application for the HR remodel, a ventilation upgrade at the Hall of Justice, and permission to use the Hall of Justice for National Adoption Day. The meeting also covers routine approval of minutes and vouchers.

• Approval of Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources Remodel Payment Application
• Hall of Justice Drying Room Ventilation Upgrade
• Approval of use of Hall of Justice for National Adoption Day on November 16, 2024
• Amendment to contract for ice melt for Property Management #6621 with Nebraska Landscape Solutions
• Contract for Natural Gas Supply #24-097 with Heartland Natural Gas LLC

YFCRC (SquareOne) Governing Board

The Youth & Family Crisis Response Center Governing Board will meet to nominate a voting member with lived experience and three non-voting members. They will begin setting by-laws, including meeting frequency, place, and officer elections. The board will also discuss the cost of insurance and receive updates from Region V, county (220 S. 17th and Reinvestment Grant), and city (LPD Crisis Calls).

• Nominations for Voting Member with Lived Experience
• Nominations for Three Non-Voting Members
• Cost of Insurance Pursuant to the YFCRC
• Beginning Steps of Setting By-Laws (frequency, place, method, officer election)
• Updates: Region V (CenterPointe), County (220 S. 17th, Reinvestment Grant), City (LPD Crisis Calls)

The Youth & Family Crisis Response Center (SquareOne) Governing Board elected Renee Dozier as Chair and Sara Hoyle as Vice Chair, both by 5-0 votes with abstentions. Nominations for a voting member with lived experience and three non-voting members were tabled to the next meeting. The board also discussed insurance, bylaws, and updates on the facility and grant workgroups.

• Elected Renee Dozier as Chair (5-0, Dozier abstained)
• Elected Sara Hoyle as Vice Chair (5-0, Hoyle abstained)
• Tabled nominations for voting member with lived experience
• Tabled nominations for three non-voting members
• Set quarterly meetings in bylaws, with monthly meetings for now
• Approved motion to close meeting (6-0)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will receive quarterly updates from the Youth Services Center and on the second quarter 2024 performance of retirement plans (401(a) and 457(b)). Commissioners will also review ARPA fund spending, go into executive session for pending litigation and legal advice, and consider an inventory control manual.

• Youth Services Center quarterly update by Director Brad Alexander
• Second quarter 2024 investment review for 401(a) and 457(b) plans presented by Empower and Segal Marco
• ARPA update from Budget and Fiscal Officer Dennis Meyer
• Executive session for pending litigation and legal advice
• Inventory control manual review

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The committee will approve minutes from September 19 and receive updates from executive and subcommittees including public engagement, partnership development, internal finance, conceptual programming, building design, and site design. Public comment will be taken on non-agenda items. The agenda is primarily procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Public Engagement Subcommittee update
• Partnership Development Subcommittee update
• Internal Finance Subcommittee update

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $157,590/year lease for six transitional housing units for women reentering the community, accept three grants totaling over $323,000 for violence prevention and school-to-prison pipeline programs, and award a $200,000 emergency equipment contract for law enforcement vehicles. Other business includes a special events permit for a gravel cycling race and software contracts for the public defender's case management system.

• Lease agreement with St. Monica's Home for 6 transitional housing units (up to $157,590/year)
• Award of $200,000 contract to Jones Automotive for emergency equipment for law enforcement vehicles
• Acceptance of $87,031 Justice Assistance Grant for Diverting the School to Prison Pipeline project
• Acceptance of two STOP grants totaling $236,682 for reducing violence against women
• Agreement with Justice Works LLC for defenderData case management implementation ($103,666)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will hold public hearings and take action on motor vehicle tax exemption applications. The board will also address additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls.

• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for Citylight North Lincoln Church, Community Action Partnership of Lancaster & Saunders Counties, Faith Bible Church, Lincoln Lutheran School Association, Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast NE Inc, and Immanuel Retirement Communities
• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls

Pension Review Committee

The Pension Review Committee will meet to discuss second quarter 2024 investment performance for the 401(a) and 457(b) retirement plans. Presenters from Empower and Segal Marco Advisors will review the quarter's results. The committee will also consider documents related to the My Total Retirement program. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker and fifteen minutes total.

• Approval of August 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of My Total Retirement program documents, including IAMSA and MSA amendments for Lancaster County
• Second quarter 2024 investment review presentation by Julie Klassen and Robb Craddock (Empower) and Frank Picarelli (Segal Marco)
• Public comment period limited to 15 minutes, with 3-minute speaker limit
• Adjournment by 4:00 p.m.

The Pension Review Committee voted 8-0 to recommend that the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners implement Empower Advisory Services, including Online Advice and My Total Retirement, for the county's 401(a) and 457(b) plans. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 6, 2024 meeting. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved minutes of August 6, 2024 meeting (8-0)
• Recommended implementing Empower Advisory Services (Online Advice and My Total Retirement) to County Board (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:00 p.m. (6-1)

Joint Budget Committee

The Joint Budget Committee is meeting to vote on the Early Childcare Assistance Grant Review. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a public comment period. No other substantive items are scheduled.

• Vote on Early Childcare Assistance Grant Review
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2024
• Public comment period for agenda items

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will receive reports from Veterans Services, Human Services, HR, and the Risk Manager. The body will also consider two grant applications for juvenile services and criminal justice technical assistance.

• Application to Nebraska Crime Commission for FY2025 Community-Based Juvenile Services Aid
• Application to National Institute of Corrections (NIC) for FY 2025 technical assistance and coaching
• ARPA update from Budget and Fiscal Officer
• Insurance update and 2024-2025 premium summary
• County Strategic Update September 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on setting the 2024-25 property tax request for the county and rural library at a different amount than the previous year. Other business includes creating a Records Management Department, approving multiple contracts for bridge replacements and equipment purchases, and hearing public comment.

• Public hearing and resolution to set 2024-25 property tax request at a different amount than prior year (R-24-0073)
• Creation of the Lancaster County Records Management Department and setting Records Management Director salary at $95,000 (R-24-0075)
• Contract award to K2 Construction for replacement of County Bridge F-181 at $1,635,546.35 (Project 22-47)
• Contract with The Schemmer Associates Inc for countywide rural drainage study, total cost $332,018 with $243,859.20 from BRIC grant
• Purchase of two Cat motor graders for $668,974 and one Kenworth truck for $205,795, both with trade-ins

Justice Council

The Lancaster County-City of Lincoln Justice Council will consider approving minutes from the August 2, 2024 meeting and will receive a presentation on a grant opportunity from the National Institute of Corrections (NIC). Public comment is also scheduled. The meeting concludes with setting the next meeting date and adjournment.

• Approval of Justice Council minutes from August 2, 2024
• Presentation on NIC grant opportunity including CJCC Essential Elements and national standards

The Lancaster County-City of Lincoln Justice Council voted 13-0 to submit an application for an $80,000 National Institute of Corrections (NIC) grant. The grant would fund technical assistance to evaluate practices and reduce the jail population. The council also approved its August 2, 2024 minutes (7-0 with two abstentions) and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of August 2, 2024 meeting (7-0, two abstentions)
• Approved submitting application for $80,000 NIC grant (13-0)
• Adjourned at 10:59 a.m. (12-0)

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee will discuss minutes from September 5, hear an executive committee update, and receive reports from six subcommittees (Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance, Conceptual Programming, Building Design, Site Design). No votes on ordinances, contracts, or zoning changes are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Subcommittee updates (6 subcommittees listed)
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review updates on community corrections, insurance, and sheriff vehicle replacement. The body will discuss the vacation of North 141st Street and an appointment to the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee.

• Vacation of North 141st Street between Agnew Road and Rock Creek Road
• Appointment of Matt Kosmicki to the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee
• Agreement with Justice Works
• County Sheriff vehicle replacement discussion
• Rural Fire District ARPA funding discussion

Board of Commissioners

The board will hold a public hearing action item on a special permit for a heliport on 3.27 acres in Davey. Consent items include contract amendments, right-of-way acquisitions, and multiple grants for behavioral health and juvenile justice programs. New business covers a social media policy, termination of two contracts with HopeSpoke, and setting a public hearing on the final tax request for September 24.

• Special Permit 24024 for a heliport at 801 Cresthill Lane, Davey (R-24-0069)
• Amendment 2 to Region V Behavioral Health contract increasing total reimbursement to $1,837,336 for the Mental Health Crisis Center (C-24-0731)
• Agreement with Blue Valley Behavioral Health to add two full-time counselors at Youth Services Center at a cost not to exceed $228,059.66 (C-24-0729)
• Acceptance of a $399,997 SAMHSA grant for the Lancaster County Recovery Services and Support Center project
• Setting a public hearing for September 24, 2024 on the final tax request at a different amount than the prior year

The Board approved a special permit for a heliport at 801 Cresthill Lane, Davey, with conditions that the permit ends upon sale of the property and flights are limited to 6 am–10 pm except for life-threatening emergencies. The Board also approved a consent agenda including contracts, grants, and utility permits, plus several new business items such as a social media policy and multiple service agreements.

• Approved heliport special permit 24024 with conditions (5-0)
• Approved consent items including contracts, grants, and utility permits (5-0)
• Approved social media policy for county agencies (5-0)
• Approved $399,997 SAMHSA grant for Recovery Services (5-0)
• Approved Blue Valley Behavioral Health expansion, up to $228,059.66 (5-0)
• Approved termination of HopeSpoke contracts effective Oct 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $9,050 claim to The Mediation Center (4-0, Vest abstained)
• Approved proclamation for National Voter Registration Day (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will meet to consider motor vehicle tax exemption applications from HopeSpoke Gaat South Sudan, VSL Lincoln Southlake LLC, and St. Peter Catholic Church of Lincoln. The board will also approve minutes from its September 3, 2024 meeting and handle additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. Public hearings and action items on the exemptions are scheduled, followed by public comment.

• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2024 Board of Equalization meeting
• Public hearings on Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption applications for HopeSpoke Gaat South Sudan, VSL Lincoln Southlake LLC, and St. Peter Catholic Church of Lincoln
• Action items following public hearings on the same Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption applications

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting, with one abstention. It also approved additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls and approved motor vehicle tax exemption applications for four entities, all by unanimous votes. No public testimony was given.

• Approved minutes of September 3, 2024 meeting (4-0, Amundson abstained)
• Approved additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls (5-0)
• Approved motor vehicle tax exemption applications for HopeSpoke, Gaat South Sudan, VSL Lincoln Southlake LLC, and St. Peter Catholic Church of Lincoln (5-0)

Lancaster County Correctional Facility Joint Public Agency

The Lancaster County Correctional Facility Joint Public Agency is meeting to elect leadership and approve previous minutes. The primary action item is the adoption of a resolution to approve the budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 following a public hearing.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget

The Lancaster County Correctional Facility Joint Public Agency met and approved its budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board also elected Rick Vest as Chair and Leirion Gaylor Baird as Vice Chair, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No public comments were made, and the next meeting was tentatively set for September 16, 2025.

• Elected Rick Vest as Chair and Leirion Gaylor Baird as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 12, 2023 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution approving FY 2024-2025 budget (4-0)
• Adjourned at 8:48 a.m. (4-0)

Lancaster County Correctional Facility Joint Public Agency

The Lancaster County Correctional Facility Joint Public Agency is holding a public hearing to receive testimony on its proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting includes no other agenda items besides the hearing and adjournment.

• Public hearing on the Lancaster County Correctional Facility Joint Public Agency Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

The Lancaster County Correctional Facility Joint Public Agency held a public hearing on the proposed FY2024-25 budget. No one testified, and no formal action was taken on the budget. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners - Legislative Retreats

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners holds a legislative retreat to review the 2024 regular and special sessions, discuss draft new legislative proposals, and consider prior proposals and standing priorities. The meeting includes public comment and approval of staff meeting minutes. No final decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Review of 2024 regular and special legislative sessions with supporting documents
• Discussion of draft 2024 legislative proposals for retreat
• Review of prior legislative proposals
• Update on standing priorities

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board is meeting to discuss facility maintenance and staffing updates. The agenda includes reviews of the county budget, Region V contracts, and upcoming CARF accreditation dates.

• By-Laws update for Advisory Board membership
• Maintenance updates for seclusion room lock and women's bathroom
• Review of County Budget, Region V contracts, and Molina
• CARF visit scheduled for October 3rd and 4th
• VCRC and LPD co-Responder Projects

The Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board approved the previous meeting's minutes by a 7-0 roll call vote and tabled a by-laws update. The board received updates on building maintenance, staffing, financial contracts, and preparations for an upcoming CARF accreditation review. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled by-laws update

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on several health department regulation amendments and on adopting new zoning and subdivision fee schedules. They will also consider an appeal for a heliport special permit on about 3.27 acres in Davey. Other business includes personnel classification changes, two special liquor license applications, and a salary setting for a deputy county attorney.

• Public hearing and appeal on Resolution PC-01920 for a heliport special permit at 801 Cresthill Lane, Davey
• Public hearings on amendments to air pollution, on-site wastewater, body art, and open burning regulations
• Resolution to adopt new county zoning and subdivision fee schedules (R-24-0068)
• Special designated liquor license applications from Schroeder Operations LLC (Lienetics Ranch) and Messiah Lutheran Foundation
• Setting salary of Deputy County Attorney Jennifer Chrystal-Clark at $107,253 and creating new classifications (Sheriff's Business Manager, Public Information Officer, Reentry Specialist)

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved the county zoning and subdivision fee schedules, including a new $150 fee for appealing final actions at the Planning Commission, by a 4-1 vote with Commissioner Schulte dissenting. The board also approved several health department regulation amendments, personnel policy changes, and special designated liquor licenses for two events. A public hearing was held on an appeal of a special permit for a private heliport at 801 Cresthill Lane in Davey, but no decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved zoning and subdivision fee schedules with new $150 appeal fee (4-1)
• Approved health department regulation amendments for air pollution, wastewater, body art, and open burning (5-0 each)
• Approved $500 cash award to Corrections Employee of the Year Gideon Gillispie (5-0)
• Approved special designated license for Schroeder Operations LLC event at Lienetics Ranch (5-0)
• Approved special designated license for Messiah Lutheran Foundation festival (5-0)
• Set Deputy County Attorney Jennifer Chrystal-Clark salary at $107,253 (4-0)
• Approved personnel policy recommendations including new classifications and policy bulletins (4-0)
• Approved election drop box camera amendment with City of Lincoln (5-0)

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)- Lancaster County

The Lancaster County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold its annual meeting, including the appointment of officers for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. Members will vote on the agenda and previous meeting minutes, and hear agency reports on the pending disaster declaration for July 31st severe weather and a full-scale plane crash exercise at the Lincoln Airport Authority. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency's State Emergency Response Commission Coordinator and updates on training activities.

• Appointment of LEPC officers: Kyle Poore (Chair), Loretta Pierce (Vice-Chair), Gina Egenberger (Secretary)
• Cancellation of the June 2024 regular LEPC meeting
• Disaster declaration pending for July 31st Severe Weather/High Wind Event
• Lincoln Airport Authority Full-Scale Plane Crash Exercise on Wed, Sept 18, 4:00pm-7:00pm
• Presentation by Larry Fichtner, NEMA SERC Coordinator

The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) met for its annual meeting on September 10, 2024. Members unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting. The committee received updates on emergency preparedness activities, including a recap of the 2024 severe weather season, a pending disaster declaration, and upcoming training exercises. No other formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda and March 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed September 10, 2024 as the annual meeting
• Noted cancellation of June 2024 regular meeting
• Heard report on 23 EOC activations totaling 918 hours
• Noted disaster declaration submitted for July 31 severe weather event
• Scheduled next meeting for December 10, 2024

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is meeting to act on a grant application and a contract termination. The board will also discuss a social media policy for agencies led by appointed directors.

• Application for the Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) Grant Program for $383,000
• Notice of breach and termination of Contract C-17-0934 with Visual Edge IT
• Social Media Policy for agencies headed by an appointed director

The Lancaster County Board voted 3-1 to disregard revised classification descriptions for the Chief Administrative Officer and Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, effectively tabling the changes. The board also approved a $383,000 grant application for substance abuse treatment and authorized termination of a contract with Visual Edge IT. The meeting included reports on department goals and social media policy, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved submission of RSAT grant application for $383,000 (4-0)
• Authorized notice of breach and termination of Contract C-17-0934 with Visual Edge IT (4-0)
• Voted to disregard revised CAO/DCAO classification descriptions (3-1)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission is meeting to approve contracts for facility maintenance, translation services, and construction. The body will also consider approvals for the Planning Department remodel and a change order for the Human Resources remodel.

• Contract approval for Planning Department Remodel project #24-147
• Contract for General Construction Services #24-098 with Brown Brothers Construction Inc
• Six separate contracts for Annual Interpretation and Translation Services #24-102
• Contract for Unit Price Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning #24-148 with Supersteam
• Amendment to contract #6396 with Midwest Alarm Services for fire alarm panel services

Youth Crisis Response Coalition

This is a planning and discussion meeting of the Youth Crisis Response Coalition. Members will talk about the coalition's goals and intention, and identify what data would be helpful for understanding need and guiding action steps. No binding decisions or funding items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of coalition goals and intentions
• Identification of data to inform need and action steps
• Assignment of who will provide data and review timeframes
• Next meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024

The Youth Crisis Response Coalition met to discuss what data partners can share and how to use it. No formal decisions were made, but members agreed to explore creating a quarterly data report and to consider inviting additional partners. The next meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2024.

• Discussed creating a quarterly data report from partner data (no vote)
• Identified potential new members: DHHS, LPS, parent representatives, 98/NE Family Helpline
• Scheduled next meeting for November 13, 2024 via Zoom

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The committee will receive updates on training and the Center for Juvenile Justice Reform. Members will also hold a discussion regarding truancy.

• Training update from Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform update from Jason Stille and Laura Suhr
• Truancy discussion with Laura Suhr and Ryan Zabawa

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will receive quarterly updates from planning and juvenile probation, discuss health department fee changes including several air regulation resolutions, review a life insurance bid, and hear a briefing on the appeal of planning case SP24024. The meeting also includes a disaster declaration update and the deputy chief administrative officer report.

• Health department fees update with resolutions amending LLCAPCPRS Air Regulations and previous resolutions R-22-0082, R-22-0084, R-22-0085, R-22-0086
• Quarterly juvenile probation update from Chief Probation Officer Beverly Hoagland of District #3J
• Life insurance bid update from Human Resources Manager Melissa Zahourek
• Briefing on appeal of planning case SP24024 by Planning Director David Cary and others
• Quarterly planning update from Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee. The agenda includes approval of minutes from August 22, 2024, an executive committee update, and subcommittee updates on public engagement, partnership development, and internal finance. Public comment is also scheduled. No substantive decisions or specific proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 22, 2024

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee met and approved the minutes from August 22, 2024, with a 5-0 vote. Members discussed progress toward identifying a site for the project by the end of the year, including subcommittee assignments and upcoming meetings. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval and adjournment.

• Approved minutes from August 22, 2024 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:09 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Commissioners - Miscellaneous

This meeting is a site tour of Zoetis at 601 W Cornhusker Highway, Lincoln; no business items, decisions, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Tour of Zoetis, 601 W Cornhusker Highway, Lincoln, NE

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions approving the 2024-25 fiscal year budget and exceeding the restricted funds limit by one percent. They will also consider multiple contract renewals, road material purchases, and engineering agreements for South 68th Street improvements. Consent items include camera installations at library election drop boxes, right-of-way contracts, and grant agreements for juvenile and mental health programs.

• Approval of 2024-25 county budget (R-24-0062) and resolution to exceed restricted funds limit by 1% (R-24-0061)
• Three new Freightliner dump trucks at approx. $252,790 each from Truck Center Companies
• Crusher run rock surface material contracts totaling $2.4 million with Buel Trucking, RL Tiemann, and Westover Rock and Sand
• Interior modifications to County Youth Services Center by Dickey, Hinds, Muir Inc. for $120,600
• Engineering supplements with Alfred Benesch & Co. for South 68th Street project (Hickman Rd to Roca Rd) totaling $374,401.58

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will hold public hearings and vote on motor vehicle tax exemption applications from 12 organizations, including Capital Humane Society, Bryan Medical Center, and several churches. The board will also consider additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearings on motor vehicle tax exemption applications from 12 organizations
• Action on motor vehicle tax exemption applications after hearings
• Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Consideration of additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization approved the minutes of the August 27 meeting, additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls, and motor vehicle tax exemption applications for 13 organizations. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Roma Amundson absent. No public testimony was given.

• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls (4-0)
• Approved motor vehicle tax exemption applications for 13 organizations (4-0)

Board of Commissioners - Miscellaneous

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is attending the Federal Legislative Summit. The event takes place on August 29, 2024, at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum.

• Attendance at Federal Legislative Summit at 28210 W. Park Highway, Ashland, NE

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners held a Federal Legislative Summit on August 29, 2024, featuring a keynote address and a panel with Nebraska's U.S. senators and congressmen. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions were made; meeting was informational only

Board of Commissioners - Miscellaneous

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct interviews for the Records Management Director position. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.

• Interviews for Records Management Director

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners interviewed two candidates for Records Management Director and voted 5-0 to offer the position to Austin Rhodes at a salary of $95,000. The board also gave discretion to HR leader Laura Leppky to negotiate the salary. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including adjournment.

• Approved offer to Austin Rhodes for Records Management Director at $95,000 (5-0)
• Granted Laura Leppky discretion to negotiate position salary
• Adjourned meeting at 2:34 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The board will hold a public hearing on amending General Assistance Guidelines, then vote on a $1.1 million purchase of 815 K Street in Lincoln using Public Building Commission funds. Consent items include a right-of-way contract, a utility permit, a grant to United Way, and setting a heliport public hearing. New business also includes contracts for bridge repair ($466,615.90), design services for Square One Family Resource Center ($198,884), and a subaward for juvenile data collection. The board plans to enter executive session for union negotiations and legal advice.

• Purchase of 815 K Street, Lincoln for $1,100,000 from Public Building Commission funds
• Contract with Nebraska Digging Services for channel repair of County Bridge A-113 at $466,615.90
• Contract with Clark & Enersen Inc for Square One Family Resource Center design/services at $198,884
• Public hearing on amendment of Lancaster County General Assistance Guidelines
• Setting a public hearing for September 10, 2024 on a heliport special permit appeal at 801 Cresthill Lane, Davey

The board approved the final allocation of levy authority to all political subdivisions, including an increase of $250,000 to the Agricultural Society Capital Fund and a reduction to the Railroad Transportation Safety District. The 15-cent allocation results in a 3.5 to 3.88 percent property tax increase. The board also approved the purchase of real estate at 815 K Street for $1.1 million and a $198,884 design contract for the Square One Family Resource Center.

• Approved final levy allocation resolution with changes (5-0)
• Approved $1.1M purchase of 815 K Street real estate (5-0)
• Approved $198,884 design contract with Clark & Enersen Inc (5-0)
• Approved $466,615.90 bridge repair contract for County Bridge A-113 (5-0)
• Approved $43,426 uninterruptible power system contract (5-0)
• Approved $22,379.05 rock riprap purchase order (5-0)
• Approved correctional officer classification revision (5-0)
• Approved claims as amended (5-0)

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. Residents may provide testimony during the hearing to discuss the county's financial planning.

• Public hearing on Lancaster County’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners held a budget meeting and public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-25 budget. The board agreed not to raise the property tax levy, despite a proposed budget that included a 3.88% increase in property tax collections. The meeting was adjourned with no formal vote on the budget itself.

• Agreed to not raise the property tax levy for FY 2024-25
• Adjourned the budget meeting (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will hold a public hearing and vote on an appeal of the rejection of a Homestead Exemption application from Joann Johnson. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Appeal of rejection of Homestead Exemption application from Joann Johnson

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will receive updates on employee wellness, veterans services, and budget management. The board is deciding on a technical correction to a county contract and a letter of support for a city grant.

• Correction of a scrivener's error in County Contract No. C-24-0600 regarding Lincoln Transportation and Utilities and County Adult Probation
• Letter of support for City of Lincoln's grant application to the Nebraska Environmental Trust for Wilderness Park tree removal
• Discussion of records management relocation costs and rents
• Review of the draft Inventory Control Manual
• Quarterly health and wellness and Veterans Service Office updates

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved moving forward with the records management relocation project, authorized a scrivener's error correction in a county contract, and approved a letter of support for a City of Lincoln grant application. The board also discussed the budget, with a recommendation to lower the property tax increase to 3.88% to match actual valuation growth.

• Approved records management relocation project (3-0)
• Authorized correction of scrivener's error in County Contract No. C-24-0600 (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for City of Lincoln's Nebraska Environmental Trust grant for Wilderness Park tree removal (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 (2-0, 1 abstention)

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, updates from the executive committee and three subcommittees (Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance), and public comment. No ordinances, contracts, or other substantive decisions are listed for discussion or vote.

• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Subcommittee updates: Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee met on August 22, 2024, and approved the minutes from the August 8 meeting. The committee discussed upcoming subcommittee workshops for the site evaluation phase and additional public engagement meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:30 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider late-filed homestead exemption applications from 20 named individuals, conduct a public hearing on Joann Johnson's appeal of a homestead exemption rejection, and hear motor vehicle tax exemption applications from CenterPoint Inc and The Salvation Army. The board will also approve minutes from August 13, 2024, and discuss additions and deductions to tax rolls. An executive session is scheduled for pending or imminent litigation and legal advice.

• Public hearing on appeal of Homestead Exemption rejection for Joann Johnson
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption applications from CenterPoint Inc and The Salvation Army
• Late-filed Homestead Exemption applications from 20 individuals, including Tom Bade, Judy S Donald, Vickie Eddings, and others
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2024, Board of Equalization meeting
• Executive session for pending litigation, potential litigation, and legal advice

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization approved 19 late-filed 2024 homestead exemption applications as recommended by the Assessor's Office. The board postponed action on Joann Johnson's appeal of a rejected 2023 homestead exemption application until the next meeting. Motor vehicle tax exemptions for CenterPoint Inc. and The Salvation Army were approved.

• Approved minutes of Aug. 13, 2024 meeting (2-0, one abstention)
• Approved additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls (3-0)
• Approved 19 late-filed 2024 homestead exemption applications (3-0)
• Postponed action on Joann Johnson's homestead exemption appeal to next meeting (3-0)
• Approved motor vehicle tax exemptions for CenterPoint Inc. and The Salvation Army (3-0)
• Entered executive session for pending litigation and legal advice (3-0)
• Exited executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned at 9:59 a.m. (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve various service contracts, grant agreements for youth and behavioral health programs, and liquor license applications. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• Public hearing set for August 27, 2024, regarding the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Contract with insightsoftware LLC for computer software totaling $196,374.66
• Grant contracts for various youth and family programs including $31,000 to Lighthouse Inc and $20,000 to Visionary Youth
• Agreements for inmate evaluations with Cazares Counseling LLC (up to $37,800) and Unity Inspired LLC (up to $42,240 per year)
• Right-of-way acquisition services for Saltillo Road not to exceed $39,000

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved routine claims, contract amendments, right-of-way agreements, utility permits, and grant contracts as part of the consent agenda. They also approved special designated liquor licenses for Roca Berry Farms and Kramer Rodeo Arena, and new agreements for inmate substance abuse and mental health services. All votes were 3-0, with two commissioners absent.

• Approved claims processed through August 16, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved $11,793.72 claim to El Centro de las Americas (3-0)
• Approved consent items including contract amendments, right-of-way, utility permits, and grants (3-0)
• Approved special designated licenses for Farmside Weddings & Events LLC at Roca Berry Farms (3-0)
• Approved special designated license for Kramer Bar & Grill Inc rodeo event (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Cazares Counseling LLC for substance abuse services up to $37,800 (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Unity Inspired LLC for mental health evaluations up to $42,240/year (3-0)
• Approved labor agreement with Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 32 (Corrections) for two years (3-0)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a staff meeting to discuss updates on federal infrastructure projects, a facilities study for the Youth Services Center, and proposed salary schedules for county attorney and public defender classifications. They will also review planning department fees, the 15-cent allocation (likely property tax levy), and pension committee recommendations including increased catch-up contribution limits and a fund manager change.

• Proposed salary schedule for county attorney and public defender classifications, with multiple resolutions attached
• Planning Department fee schedule update for 2024-26
• Youth Services Center facilities study proposal
• 15 Cent Allocation draft (likely property tax levy allocation)
• Pension Review Committee recommendations: increased catch-up contribution limits for ages 60-63 (SECURE Act 2.0) and replacing Small Cap Growth fund manager Brown with TimesSquare

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved minutes, took no action on two pension committee recommendations (allowing increased catch-up contributions and replacing a small cap growth fund), and reappointed Commissioner Vest to NACO for a two-year term. They also discussed but did not vote on attorney salary proposals, planning fee increases, and the 15-cent allocation.

• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Took no action on increased catch-up contribution limit for ages 60-63 (4-0)
• Took no action on replacing Small Cap Growth I with TimesSquare fund, placed on watchlist (4-0)
• Reappointed Vest to NACO for two-year term (4-0)
• Adjourned at 11:00 a.m. (3-0)

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The August 14, 2024 meeting of the Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board has been cancelled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 22, 2024.

• August 14, 2024 meeting cancelled

City-County Common Meeting

The Lancaster County Commissioners and Lincoln City Council will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair through December 31, 2024. The body will also discuss LB43 regarding amendments to the Nebraska Open Meetings Act.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair through December 31, 2024
• Discussion of LB43 amending Section 84-1412(1) of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act
• Approval of Common Meeting Minutes from August 16, 2022, and February 14, 2023

The City-County Common Meeting approved minutes from 2022 and 2023, elected Roma Amundson as Chair and Brodey Weber as Vice-Chair through December 31, 2024, and discussed adaptations to the Open Meetings Act under LB43. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 (7-0, one abstention)
• Approved minutes from February 14, 2023 (6-0, two abstentions)
• Elected Roma Amundson as Chair through December 31, 2024 (8-0)
• Elected Brodey Weber as Vice-Chair through December 31, 2024 (8-0)
• Adjourned (8-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on declaring a disaster emergency due to recent storms, and consider annual cost-of-living wage adjustments for unrepresented classified employees and certain attorneys. A large consent agenda includes contract renewals, right-of-way purchases, change orders, and grant awards to local service organizations. The meeting also covers a proposed amendment to a liquor license, a special designated license for an event, and multiple appointments and insurance renewals.

• Declaration of disaster and emergency response to strong storms (D-24-0003)
• 2024-2025 cost-of-living wage adjustments for unrepresented classified employees and certain county attorneys
• Contract with Nebraska Machinery Co. for motor grader maintenance up to $250,000
• Gravel surface material purchase awards totaling over $2 million to three vendors
• Grant contracts totaling over $700,000 to local organizations including Cedars Youth Services, The Bridge Behavioral Health, and Center for People in Need

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved a disaster declaration for recent storms with $2.3 million in damage costs, a 4.5% cost-of-living wage adjustment for unrepresented employees, and a motion to support state legislation on local government caps. The board also approved numerous contracts, grants, and routine items, all in 4-0 votes with Commissioner Amundson absent.

• Approved disaster declaration for storm damage (4-0)
• Approved 4.5% cost-of-living wage adjustment for unrepresented employees (4-0)
• Approved motion to support state bill language on local government caps (4-0)
• Approved $2.1M in gravel surface coarse material contracts to three companies (4-0)
• Approved $250K sole-source contract for CAT motor grader maintenance (4-0)
• Approved $138,941 subaward from Nebraska Crime Commission (4-0)
• Approved right-of-entry agreement with City of Lincoln for supportive housing construction (4-0)
• Approved liquor license amendment for The Shed Wedding Venue (4-0)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider new applications for 2024 property tax exemptions, with recommendations for approval and denial after public hearings. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Consideration of 2024 451 Tax Exemptions on Real and Personal Property – New Applications, with recommendations for approval and denial
• Public hearings on the exemption applications followed by separate action items on those recommendations
• Approval of minutes from the August 6, 2024 Board of Equalization meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization approved 2024 property tax exemption applications for Steamfitters L.U. 464 Building Corp and Bridges to Hope, reversing the Assessor's initial denial recommendations for both. The board also approved the Assessor's other recommendations for approval and denial as presented. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Roma Amundson absent.

• Approved tax exemption for Steamfitters L.U. 464 Building Corp (4-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Bridges to Hope (4-0)
• Approved Assessor's recommendations for approval and denial with status changes for the two properties (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 6, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned at 10:22 a.m. (4-0)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will hold a budget hearing and consider approval of its budget. They will also review minutes, old business including the Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources Remodel payment application and change order, building controls upgrade, and security update. New business includes approval of July 2024 vouchers and amendments to several contracts for services such as photocopier, electrical, shredding, paint, print, and wireless. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Public Building Commission budget hearing and approval
• Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources Remodel payment application and change order
• Building Controls Upgrade payment application and update
• General Voucher Approval for July 2024
• Amendments to contracts: Visual Edge IT, Voss Electric, Datashield, Diamond Vogel, Sherwin Williams, Ricoh USA, Verizon Wireless

Youth Crisis Response Coalition

The Lincoln/Lancaster County Youth Crisis Response Coalition will meet to review minutes, hear agency updates on youth-focused contacts, and discuss restructuring with new co-leads from CenterPointe and Cedars. Members will also review a draft of current trends and practices based on a 2019 report, and share data and training opportunities.

• Restructuring with Amber Dirks (CenterPointe) and Allyson Rickertsen (Cedars) as co-leads, Sara Hoyle and Jenni Ryan continuing support
• Review of draft 'Current Trends & Practices in Lancaster County, NE' based on 2019 Youth Crisis Response Report by Dr. Belau
• Agency data reports: Cedars, Education, LPD, CenterPointe, Lancaster Connected, Region V Zero Suicide
• Grant updates from Sara
• Request for coalition members to share other workgroups and collaborations

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to receive updates from existing subcommittees and establish new ones. The committee will also vote to dissolve five specific subcommittees.

• Dissolution of Architectural RFP Review Subcommittee
• Dissolution of Site Fundamentals Subcommittee
• Dissolution of Community Integration and Growth Subcommittee
• Dissolution of Accessibility and Connectivity Subcommittee
• Dissolution of Environmental Impact Subcommittee

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will discuss proposed attorney classification and compensation, unclassified salaries, and the Chief Administrative Officer's class description and performance. The board will also hold an executive session on pending litigation, a real estate purchase, and legal advice. Other agenda items include a property tax hearing location and appointments to the SquareOne Governing Board.

• Discussion of proposed attorney classification and compensation resolution (pay scale documents attached)
• Review of unclassified salaries presented by Human Resources
• Executive session for pending litigation, real estate purchase, and legal advice
• Appointment of county representatives to the SquareOne Governing Board for three-year terms
• Information Services budget discussion

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved a 4.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for unclassified employees, valued at $1.2 million, with a 4-0 vote. They also voted to table a proposed 9-step attorney pay scale until August 15, and requested the Chief Administrative Officer and Deputy to review their job descriptions within 30 days. The board entered executive session to discuss pending litigation, real estate purchases, and legal advice.

• Approved 4.5% COLA for unclassified employees (4-0)
• Tabled attorney salary 9-step pay scale proposal until August 15 (4-0)
• Requested CAO and Deputy CAO to review job descriptions and report back in 30 days (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting (3-0, one abstention)
• Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, and legal advice (4-0)
• Exited executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Corrections

The Lancaster County Board of Corrections will review population statistics and charts for the second quarter of 2024. The agenda contains no other discussion or action items beyond this report and adjournment.

• Review of Board of Corrections 2nd Quarter 2024 population statistics and charts

The Lancaster County Board of Corrections approved the May 9, 2024 meeting minutes and received a detailed update on jail population statistics. Director Brad Johnson reported the jail has surpassed its operational capacity of 665 inmates, with 747 in custody as of August 2, 2024, and noted he is seeking other facilities to house males. The board took no other formal actions, with the meeting adjourning after the report.

• Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board will consider approving a $987,320 contract with Educational Service Unit 18 to provide educational services to youth at the Youth Services Center. Other items include a $466,615 bridge repair contract, a $398,102 state grant for child support enforcement, and routine consent items including contract renewals. The board will also discuss a special designated license for a Feast on the Farm event and agreements for nutrition education and adult probation office space.

• Approval of $987,320 contract with Educational Service Unit 18 for youth education at Youth Services Center
• Award of $466,615.90 contract to Nebraska Digging Services for channel repair of County Bridge A-113
• Acceptance of $398,102 state grant from DHHS for child support enforcement (no cost to county)
• Agreement with University of Nebraska and Lincoln Housing Authority for $38,000 nutrition education program
• Special designated license for Feast on the Farm event on August 24 at Prairie Pines Nature Preserve

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will consider approval of previous meeting minutes, additions and deductions to tax rolls, a report of destroyed real property, and dismissal of numerous property valuation protests. The board will also hold public hearings on new tax exemption applications for religious and nonprofit organizations, followed by action on those exemptions and motor vehicle tax exemption applications.

• Dismissal of over 30 property valuation protest cases including Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust and Sam's Real Estate Business Trust
• Public hearing and action on 2024 tax exemption applications for CEDARS Youth Services, Christ United Methodist Church, and other nonprofits
• Final action on 2024 real property valuation protests
• Report of destroyed real property (Form 425) from Carrie Mardock
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for churches and schools (e.g., Lincoln Christian School, St. Thomas Aquinas)

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization approved the referee coordinator's recommendations for the 2024 real property valuation protests, including an amendment to protest 24-00666. The board also dismissed 32 property valuation protests for failing to meet filing requirements, approved additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls, and approved a report of destroyed real property. A public hearing on tax exemption applications was recessed until August 13, 2024.

• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 meeting (4-0, one abstention)
• Approved additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls (5-0)
• Approved report of destroyed real property for Carrie Mardock, land valued at $60,000 (5-0)
• Dismissed 32 property valuation protests for failing filing requirements (5-0)
• Accepted referee coordinator recommendations for 2024 real property valuation protests, including amendment to protest 24-00666 (5-0)
• Approved motor vehicle tax exemption applications for CEDARS Youth Services, Christ United Methodist Church, Capitol City Christian Church, Christ Lutheran Church, Christin Student Fellowship, Lincoln Christian School, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church of Lincoln, St. John the Apostle Church (5-0)
• Recessed public hearing on 2024 451 tax exemption applications until August 13, 2024

Pension Review Committee

The Pension Review Committee will consider replacing the Small Cap Growth Fund I managed by Brown Advisors with the Small Cap Growth TimesSquare Fund. The committee will also discuss SECURE 2.0 provisions for increased catch-up contributions. Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 is on the agenda.

• Replacement of Small Cap Growth Fund I (Brown Advisors) with Small Cap Growth TimesSquare Fund
• Discussion of SECURE 2.0 increased catch-up contributions
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024
• Public comment period up to 15 minutes

The Pension Review Committee recommended allowing the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners to take no action on the automatic rollover of the Brown small-cap growth fund to the TimesSquare fund, effective September 20, 2024, and to place TimesSquare on a four-quarter watchlist. The committee also recommended taking no action on SECURE 2.0 increased catch-up contributions for participants ages 60-63, which take effect in January 2025. Both recommendations passed 7-0.

• Recommended no action on Brown-to-TimesSquare fund rollover (7-0)
• Placed TimesSquare fund on four-quarter watchlist (7-0)
• Recommended no action on SECURE 2.0 increased catch-up contributions (7-0)
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, one abstention)

Justice Council

The Lancaster County - City of Lincoln Justice Council will meet on August 2, 2024, to receive updates from Lancaster County Corrections, Community Corrections, Problem-Solving Courts, and the Stepping Up Initiative. The agenda includes approval of minutes from May 3, 2024, and a public comment period for items on the agenda.

• Corrections update with population statistics and charts by Director Brad Johnson
• Community Corrections update by Assistant Director Landon Parks
• Problem-Solving Courts update by Landon Parks and Chief Probation Officer Jeff Curry
• Stepping Up Initiative presentation by Coordinator Wendy Baumeister
• Agency and organizational updates from Courts, City Attorney, County Attorney, Public Defender, Law Enforcement, Probation, Service Providers, and other community partners

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The committee is meeting to receive updates on training and the Center for Juvenile Justice Reform. Members will also hold a discussion regarding truancy.

• Training update provided by Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform update from Jason Stille and Laura Suhr
• Truancy discussion with Laura Suhr and Ryan Zabawa

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will receive a legislative update and a preview of Board of Equalization final actions. The meeting includes a discussion on unclassified salaries and an executive session to cover real estate, litigation, and union negotiations.

• National Poll Worker Recruitment Day Proclamation
• Discussion of unclassified salaries
• Executive session on potential litigation
• Executive session on real estate purchase
• Executive session on union negotiations

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The board will discuss the 2024-25 budget, including revenues and fund balance. Members will review building updates for the general unit and staffing updates for RN and MHT positions.

• 2024-25 Budget review
• Molina Contract
• General Unit updates regarding intake bench and seclusion rooms
• Staffing updates for Marc Johnson (APRN) and MHT positions
• Fiscal Year 23-24 update statistics

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and take action on a zone change from AG Agricultural to I Industrial near Mill Road and North 162nd Street, and a special permit for a Community Unit Plan on West Old Cheney Road. They will also consider consent items including a contract amendment with Wellpath LLC for medical services, right-of-way acquisitions, and several grant contracts for youth and community programs, as well as new business items like event permits and a $200,000 grant to Rabble Mill.

• Public hearing and action on zone change from AG to I Industrial at Mill Road and North 162nd Street
• Public hearing and action on Special Permit 24014 for a Community Unit Plan on West Old Cheney Road
• Amendment to contract with Wellpath LLC for Youth Services Center medical care, increase of $13,184.52
• Grant contract with Rabble Mill for A Safe Space for Youth at The Bay in the amount of $200,000
• Special event permit applications for Gravel Worlds (Aug 22-24) and Great Plains Gravel Triathlon (Aug 25)

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved Special Permit 24014 for the Cedar Hills Community Unit Plan near West Old Cheney Road, adding conditions requiring post-development stormwater discharge to match pre-development levels and notifying lot purchasers about recommended arsenic testing. The board also approved a zone change from AG Agricultural to I Industrial at Mill Road and North 162nd Street, along with numerous contracts, grants, and personnel recommendations. All votes were 4-0 except the stormwater condition, which passed 3-1 with Commissioner Schulte dissenting.

• Approved Special Permit 24014 for Cedar Hills Community Unit Plan with stormwater discharge limits (3-1)
• Added arsenic testing notification condition to Cedar Hills permit (4-0)
• Approved zone change from AG Agricultural to I Industrial at Mill Road and North 162nd Street (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 grant to Rabble Mill for youth program (3-0, Flowerday abstained)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Youth for Christ for Parent Life program (3-0, Schulte abstained)
• Approved $300,000 construction services contract with Brown Brothers Construction (4-0)
• Approved special event permits for Gravel Worlds and Great Plains Gravel Triathlon (4-0)
• Approved personnel policy recommendations including new classifications and pay grade changes (4-0)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider approving minutes from July 9 and July 16, 2024, receive notices of assessed valuation change and taxable status for Board of Regents property, review the Assessor/Register of Deeds' three-year assessment plan for 2025-2027, and receive the 2024 cemetery report. Public comment on items not on the agenda will be heard.

• Approval of minutes from July 9 and July 16, 2024
• Notice of assessed valuation change for Board of Regents property
• Notice of taxable status for two parcels (2022-2024 and 2024) for Board of Regents
• Three-year assessment plan for 2025-2027 from Lancaster County Assessor/Register of Deeds
• 2024 cemetery report

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization approved a notice of assessed valuation change for a Board of Regents-owned parcel under development, lowering its value to 10% of full valuation due to a calculation error. It also approved notices of taxable status for two parcels, reverting them to the tax roll for 2022-2024 based on a ground lease. The board approved the Assessor's three-year assessment plan for 2025-2027 and the 2024 cemetery report. All motions passed 4-0 with Commissioner Vest absent.

• Approved minutes of July 9 and July 16, 2024 meetings (4-0)
• Approved notice of assessed valuation change for Board of Regents parcel, lowering value to 10% of full valuation (4-0)
• Approved notice of taxable status for two Board of Regents parcels, reverting to tax roll for 2022-2024 (4-0)
• Approved Lancaster County Assessor/Register of Deeds three-year assessment plan for 2025-2027 (4-0)
• Approved 2024 cemetery report (4-0)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This is a staff meeting of the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners. They will discuss a salary increase due to the hire of Sarah Newells in the county attorney's office and receive a budget update including the proposed FY24-25 Lancaster County Budget. The board will also hold executive sessions for union negotiations and legal advice. Public comment is allowed on agenda items.

• Discussion of county attorney salary increases due to hire of Sarah Newells
• Review of FY24-25 Lancaster County Proposed Budget
• Legislative update from Kissel, Kohout, ES Associates LLC
• Executive session for union negotiations and legal advice
• Chief administrative officer report on Chamber Federal Legislative Summit

The Lancaster County Board voted 4-1 to oppose the state tax relief bill in its current form, with Commissioner Schulte dissenting. The board also unanimously directed Human Resources to present a new attorney classification and pay plan by August 13. The proposed $273.7 million budget for 2024-2025 was presented, with no property tax request needed.

• Opposed tax relief bill in current form (4-1)
• Directed HR to create new Attorney classification and pay plan by Aug 13 (5-0)
• Approved staff meeting minutes for July 18 (5-0)
• Entered executive session for union negotiations and legal advice (5-0)
• Exited executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

This meeting of the Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is largely procedural. Items include approval of prior minutes, updates from the Executive Committee and seven subcommittees, and a period for public comment. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024
• Updates from seven subcommittees (Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance, Site Fundamentals, Community Integration and Growth, Accessibility and Connectivity, Environmental Impact)
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee met and heard updates from subcommittees, including discussions on three final sites for a project. No formal decisions were made; the only votes were to approve the previous meeting's minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved minutes from July 11, 2024 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:12 p.m. (7-0)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet to receive a presentation regarding the Convention Center. The meeting includes a period for public comment on agenda items.

• Convention Center update presentation

The Lancaster County Board received an update on the proposed Lincoln convention center. Project manager Fabio Braz reported that site selection is weeks away, with three finalists (Gold's, Post Office, Garfield site) and a budget around $120 million. The board discussed potential economic impact, private investment proposals, and future funding. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:05 p.m. (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board will hold public hearings on a rezoning petition and a special permit for a residential unit plan. They will also vote on consent items including contract renewals for snow removal, janitorial services, and equipment rental, as well as multiple grants from the Visitors Improvement Fund. New business includes a resolution supporting tax reform, appointments, and several agreements for mental health and crisis services.

• Public hearing on County Change of Zone 24002: AG Agricultural to I Industrial for D.C. Addition at SW corner of Mill Road and N 162nd Street
• Public hearing on Special Permit 24014 for Cedar Hills Community Unit Plan on 75.31 acres near West Old Cheney Road
• Consent item: renewal of three motor grader snow removal contracts (max $116,800 total) for 2024–2025
• Three Visitors Improvement Fund grants: Lincoln Children's Museum ($90,000), Lincoln Sports Foundation ($87,500), Lincoln Children's Zoo ($100,000)
• Agreement with Region V Systems for crisis stabilization services at $208 per person per day

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution supporting the Legislature and Governor in tax reform efforts during the 2024 Special Session, with exceptions for growth, inflation, and public safety. They also approved a zoning change from agricultural to industrial for a property at Mill Road and North 162nd Street, and a special permit for the Cedar Hills Community Unit Plan with added arsenic testing notification. Multiple contracts and grants were approved, including visitor improvement fund grants to local organizations and agreements for mental health services.

• Approved resolution supporting tax reform with exceptions for growth, inflation, public safety (5-0)
• Approved zoning change AG to Industrial at Mill Rd & N 162nd St (5-0)
• Approved Cedar Hills special permit with arsenic testing notification requirement (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 grant to Lincoln Children's Museum (4-0)
• Approved $87,500 grant to Lincoln Sports Foundation (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 grant to Lincoln Children's Zoo (4-0)
• Approved HopeSpoke mental health counseling contract up to $90,000 (4-1)
• Approved HopeSpoke case management contract totaling $140,066.98 (4-1)

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will discuss health insurance and budget updates, including the County Engineer's budget. The board is deciding on revisions to a legal description in a warranty deed for Resolution R-24-0050.

• Approval of revisions to the legal description in the warranty deed for Resolution R-24-0050
• Discussion of amusement license replacement procedures
• Health insurance update from HUB International Great Plains
• Budget updates for the County Engineer and general budget
• Appointment of Romeo Guerra to the Aging Partners Areawide Advisory Council

The Lancaster County Board approved revisions to a warranty deed legal description (R-24-0050) and the July 11 staff meeting minutes. They discussed but did not vote on amusement license procedures, a health insurance transition to Blue Cross Blue Shield, and a $4.3 million budget increase for the County Engineer. No final decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved staff meeting minutes for July 11, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved revisions to legal description in warranty deed for R-24-0050 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent items including contract renewals, right-of-way payments, and juvenile justice grants, along with new business items such as a resolution for traffic control devices, a real property exchange, and a memorandum of understanding for reentry workforce training. A public hearing is set for July 23 on a change of zone from agricultural to industrial at the southwest corner of Mill Road and North 162nd Street. The meeting also includes approval of a claim to the Indian Center Inc for $2,123.57 and a contract for interpretation and translation services not to exceed $50,000.

• Public hearing set for July 23 on Change of Zone 24002 (AG to Industrial) at Mill Rd and N 162nd St
• Resolution to install traffic control devices on North 98th Street (R-24-0049)
• Real property exchange at 802 J Street and 555 S 9th Street in Lincoln (R-24-0050)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Center for People for reentry workforce training from incarceration (C-24-0545)
• Contract for annual interpretation/translation services up to $50,000 (B-24-102)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review changes to tax assessment rolls and assessed valuations for various properties, including greenbelt properties. The board will also hold public hearings regarding tax exemption applications and status changes.

• Assessed valuation changes for Cyrilla Crown LTD, Tommie Tambke, The Sak Company LLC, Aspen Builders Inc, and Michelle and Robert Benes Revocable Trust
• Assessed valuation changes for 2024 greenbelt properties
• Reports of destroyed real property from Darrell Lewis, Randy Colton, and Juanita Clifton
• Public hearings on 2024 451 Tax Exemptions late filings
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for Bryan Medical Center, Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach, and North America Martyrs Catholic Church

STOP Committee

The Lancaster County Community Corrections STOP Committee will meet to approve April 11, 2024 meeting minutes and review class attendance counts. The committee will also examine the law enforcement fund balance and consider fund requests from LPD and LSO.

• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of class attendance count summary
• Law enforcement fund balance review
• Fund requests from LPD
• Fund requests from LSO

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff will review land use appeals for Cedar Hill Ag Cup and the intersection of Mill Rd. & N. 162nd St. The meeting also includes updates on the county budget and Human Services ARPA funds.

• Briefing on appeal SP24014 (Cedar Hill Ag Cup)
• Briefing on rezoning CZ24002 (Ag to I at Mill Rd. & N. 162nd St.)
• Human Services ARPA discussions
• Budget update from the Budget and Fiscal Officer
• UPLNK/SeeClickFix update from the County Engineer’s Office

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

This meeting consists of routine procedural items. The committee will approve the June 27, 2024, minutes and receive updates from seven subcommittees.

• Approval of June 27, 2024 minutes
• Updates from seven subcommittees

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will review several new business items including contracts for legislative services and facility repairs. The board is also setting a public hearing regarding an appeal for the Cedar Hills Community Unit Plan. Additionally, commissioners will consider a real estate exchange agreement with the City of Lincoln.

• Public hearing for Cedar Hills Community Unit Plan appeal on 75.31 acres
• $250,000 estimated contract for motor grader maintenance by NMC
• $81,000 annual agreement with Kissel, Kohout, ES Associates LLC for legislative services
• $129,890 contract with Ayars & Ayars Inc. for building repairs
• Real estate exchange between Lancaster County and the City of Lincoln

Board of Equalization

The board will review waiver requests for 2024 451 exemption applications on real and personal property received after the deadline. These waivers are required before the County Assessor can consider the applications. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 2, 2024.

• Waivers for 2024 451 exemption applications on real and personal property
• Approval of July 2, 2024, meeting minutes

Public Building Commission

The commission will review payment applications for the Human Resources remodel and building controls upgrade. The agenda also includes approvals for several service contract amendments and new general construction contracts.

• Amendments to contracts for waste, pest control, janitorial, printing, and fire sprinkler services
• New general construction contracts with Bauer Underground, Inc., DE Builders, Dickey Hinds Muir Incorporated, and Sampson Construction Company, Inc.
• Service agreement for Bio-Electronics X Ray Scanner
• Payment application and change order for the Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources Remodel

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing a legal settlement regarding opioid claims against Kroger. The agenda also includes approving various community service grants and contract amendments. Additionally, the board will review several right-of-way contracts and new banking resolutions.

• Authorization to settle opioid claims against Kroger
• $130,000 contract extension with University of Nebraska-Lincoln for data analysis
• Grant agreements for El Centro de las Americas totaling over $150,000
• $34,773.50 sole source contract for Perma-Zyme soil stabilization enzyme
• Right-of-way contracts for projects on Northwest 27th Street and West Bluff Road

Board of Equalization

The Board will consider additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. The meeting includes public hearings and action on motor vehicle tax exemption applications for several organizations. The board will also approve minutes from the June 18, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of June 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for various organizations

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will conduct budget hearings for the Department of Aging, Information Services, Purchasing, and the Health Department. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss union negotiations and real estate purchases.

• Department of Aging update and budget hearing
• Information Services update and budget hearing
• Purchasing budget hearing
• Health Department budget hearing
• Executive session for union negotiations and real estate purchase

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The committee will review minutes from May 30, 2024, and receive a budget update. Seven subcommittees are scheduled to provide progress reports.

• Budget update
• Executive Committee update
• Subcommittee progress reports
• Approval of May 30, 2024 minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider transferring $550,838 from the General Fund to various agencies. A public hearing is scheduled regarding amendments to property management funds. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for infrastructure and equipment.

• Contract with Lobato Construction LLC for Bridge C-253 replacement up to $547,573.30
• Resolution to transfer $550,838 from the General Fund to various agencies
• Purchase of Ford chassis totaling $472,730
• Contract with Subsurface Inc for culvert liners up to $405,220
• Amendment to Inteconnex Inc contract increasing total amount to $90,000

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a budget meeting regarding planning, risk management, and ARPA funds. The agenda includes reviews of transparency portals for workers' compensation and self-insurance.

• Planning updates from Director David Cary
• Workers' Comp Transparency Portal review
• Other Self Insurance Transparency Portal review
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget discussion

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This staff meeting includes budget hearings for Lincoln City Libraries, the Planning Department, and new position requests. The board will also review human resources strategic plan updates and visitors promotion fund recommendations. Additionally, the Chief Administrative Officer will report on LB43 implementation.

• Budget hearings for Lincoln City Libraries and Planning Department
• HR budget strategic plan updates
• Visitors Promotion Committee improvement fund recommendations
• Appointment of Ernest E.K. Franks as an ex officio member
• CAO report on LB43 (2024) implementation

Board of Commissioners - Village Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a joint meeting with city and village representatives. The agenda includes updates on broadband, planning, and Region V Systems. A discussion regarding SquareOne involving human services and law enforcement is also scheduled.

• Broadband update from Lincoln-Lancaster County Information Services
• Planning update from Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Commission
• Region V Systems update
• SquareOne discussion featuring human services, CenterPointe, Region V Systems, and Lincoln Police Department

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review various claims, contract amendments, and new business items. Key discussions include energy management planning, federal advocacy services, and several grant awards. They will also consider contract awards for building repairs and technology replacements.

• Contract award to Ayars & Ayars Inc for $129,890 for building repairs
• Agreement with Brumidi Group LLC for federal advocacy services at $72,096
• Energy Management Plan agreement with DLR Group Inc using $76,020 in grant funds
• Acceptance of a $99,940 grant from the Nebraska Crime Commission
• Contract award to Securitas Technology for $40,628.46 for Cat6 replacement services

Board of Equalization

The board will review additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls and reports of destroyed real property. The meeting also includes public hearings for motor vehicle tax exemption applications.

• Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls
• Reports of destroyed real property from Stephen B Carlton, Thistle Glen Investment LLC, and Garner RE Holdings LLC
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, Eastmont Towers, and Lincoln Literacy Council

Joint Budget Committee

The committee will vote on JBC grants for 2024-26 and discuss JJPF recommendations. The meeting also includes updates regarding local casino and state gambling prevention allocations.

• JBC Grant Review 24-26
• JJPF Recommendations 24-25
• Local Casino Allocation update
• State Gambling Prevention Allocation update
• Mayor's Office/One Lincoln report

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The board will review May 2024 minutes and discuss by-law updates regarding term limits. The agenda includes updates on building equipment, electronic medical records, and staffing levels. Financial discussions will cover the County and Region 5 budgets.

• By-Laws Update – May 2024 Term Limit
• Building updates for camera battery backups and restraint bed bench
• Electronic Medical Records/Qualifacts interface and invoices
• Staffing updates for RN, MHT, and MH Clinician positions
• Review of County and Region 5 budgets

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a wireless tower height amendment and the closure of Bridge D-203 on Rock Creek Road. The agenda also includes several service contract renewals and a $405,220 sole source contract for culvert liners.

• Wireless tower height amendment at 9201 West Agnew Road (from 199 to 210 feet)
• Resolution to close Bridge D-203 on Rock Creek Road due to public danger
• Sole source contract for culvert liners with Subsurface Inc for $405,220
• Aramark Correctional Services food service contract amendment up to $1,734,854.10
• Change order for Civil Protective Custody Center construction increase of $34,784.79

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will review payment applications for the Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources Remodel and a building controls upgrade. The commission will also consider contract amendments for legal notices, janitorial supplies, and fire extinguisher maintenance. An executive session is scheduled regarding a potential purchase.

• Payment application approval for Human Resources Remodel
• Payment application approval for Building Controls Upgrade
• Contract amendment for Lincoln Journal Star legal notices
• Contract amendment for CapSan Sanitary Supply services
• Contract amendment for Summit Fire Protection Service maintenance

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The committee will receive a training update and an update on the Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform project. Members will also participate in a discussion regarding truancy.

• Training update from Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform update
• Discussion regarding truancy

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes budget hearings for the Sheriff, Election Commissioner, and Property Management. The meeting also features a $580,000 grant application to reduce risk for girls in the juvenile justice system.

• $580,000 grant application for juvenile justice funding
• Budget hearings for the Sheriff, Election Commissioner, and Property Management
• GIS classifications revisions and GIS Manager pay grade change
• Update on Disaster Declaration No. D-24-0001

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a budget meeting for June 6, 2024. The provided agenda does not list specific topics or items for discussion.

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a budget meeting on June 4, 2024, to review funding for the public defender office and corrections department. These budgets directly fund local legal representation and jail operations that serve county residents. The provided agenda lists presenters Kristi Egger and Brad Johnson but does not include specific dollar figures or proposed changes.

• Public Defender budget review with Kristi Egger
• Corrections department budget review with Brad Johnson
• Adjournment scheduled following the two agenda items

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will review routine financial claims, approve road and bridge contracts, and accept state grants to fund county corrections and violence prevention programs. A public hearing will address a proposal to extend a wireless tower height from 199 feet to 210 feet at 9201 West Agnew Road, which would update local infrastructure permits. The board will also vote on software for the County Treasurer’s office and notice of intent to sell county property to the City of Lincoln.

• Public hearing on an appeal to extend a wireless tower height from 199 feet to 210 feet at 9201 West Agnew Road
• Contract award of $547,573.30 to Lobato Construction LLC for County Bridge C-253 replacement
• Amendment adding roadway design services and increasing the Schemmer Associates Inc contract for County Bridge W-104 by $5,680 (new total: $102,420)
• Subaward contract of $250,682 with Friendship Home for the Lancaster County ICJR Project through September 30, 2027
• Acceptance of a $65,431.02 grant from the Nebraska Crime Commission for County Corrections

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will consider additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. The meeting also includes public hearings and action on several motor vehicle tax exemption applications.

• Approval of May 21, 2024, meeting minutes
• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for various organizations

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting for its regular monthly session. The agenda contains only routine items: approval of prior minutes, updates from the executive committee and seven subcommittees, and a public comment period. No specific decisions, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Updates from seven subcommittees (Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance, Site Fundamentals, Community Integration and Growth, Accessibility and Connectivity, Environmental Impact)
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget meeting on May 30, 2024, in Room 112 of the County City Building. The agenda lists only the budget meeting itself with no specific items, decisions, or proposals detailed.

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold budget hearings for the Mental Health Crisis Center, Youth Services Center, Community Corrections, and the County Engineer’s Bridge and Highway Funds. Staff will also brief the board on a civil specialist hiring decision within the Sheriff’s Office and a land exchange to support a permanent supportive housing project. Additionally, planners will present a special permit request to increase an existing tower height to 210 feet at 9201 Agnew Road. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes and updates on board members’ recent attendance at external meetings.

• Budget hearings for the Mental Health Crisis Center, Youth Services Center, Community Corrections, and County Engineer Bridge/Highway Funds
• Land exchange discussion to support a permanent supportive housing project
• Briefing on special permit SP141COA to add an 11-foot extension to a tower at 9201 Agnew Road for a maximum height of 210 feet
• Hiring decision briefing for a civil specialist position in the County Sheriff’s Office
• Veterans Service Office update presented by Mark Lakamp

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider extending the deadline for property valuation protests from July 25 to August 10, 2024, and adopt policies for the Board of Equalization. They will also vote on several contract amendments, including a $20,660 increase for a forensic extraction device and a $15,600 renewal for inmate well-being classes. A public hearing is set for June 4 on a wireless tower height appeal at 9201 West Agnew Road.

• Resolution to extend property valuation protest deadline to August 10, 2024
• Contract amendment with Cellebrite Inc for forensic device upgrade, cost increase of $20,660.04
• Contract renewal with Mental Health Association of Nebraska for inmate classes, not to exceed $15,600
• Public hearing set for June 4 on appeal to increase wireless tower height from 199' to 210' at 9201 West Agnew Road
• Agreement with NDOT for $76,539 transit vehicle for rural transportation, fully reimbursed

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The meeting features budget hearings for several county departments, including the Clerk of the District Court and the County Assessor/Register of Deeds. The agenda also covers reappointments to the Aging Partners Areawide Advisory Council and a quarterly health update.

• Budget hearings for multiple county offices
• Reappointments to the Aging Partners Areawide Advisory Council
• Quarterly Health and Wellness Update

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget meeting on May 23, 2024. The agenda contains only the budget meeting item with no further details.

• Budget meeting scheduled for May 23, 2024

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget meeting to discuss and review proposed budgets for the County Clerk, Records Management, Weed Control, and Risk Management departments. The agenda includes presentations from each department head and supporting documents. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• County Clerk budget discussion with Matt Hansen
• Records Management budget discussion with Brian Pillard
• Weed Control budget discussion with Brent Meyer
• Risk Management budget discussion including Workers Compensation Fund and Other Self Insurance Fund with Sue Eckley

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider a $1.14 million state grant for community aid, a $1.74 million bridge replacement contract, and several other funding items. They will also vote on routine claims, right-of-way contracts, and utility permits.

• Acceptance of $1,144,180 state grant for Lancaster County Community Aid
• Contract with Constructors Inc for bridge Q-110 replacement, not to exceed $1,740,426.59
• Transfer of $540,000 from General Fund to District Court budget
• Grant contracts with Lincoln Police for narcotics prosecution ($142,929 and $155,283) and domestic violence program ($45,816)
• Contract with Vasa Construction for Health Department storage garage, not to exceed $334,200

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls, 2024 exemption applications for three churches, and motor vehicle tax exemption applications for two nonprofits. Public hearings will be held for the motor vehicle exemptions. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• 2024 exemption applications: CrossBridge Christian Church, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Heartland Bible Church
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications: CEDARS Youth Services, Vital Services Inc
• Public hearings on motor vehicle tax exemptions
• Approval of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes budget hearings for the County Attorney, County Extension, and District Court. The agenda also features an update on quarterly federal infrastructure projects and appointment recommendations for the County Veterans Service Committee.

• Budget hearings for County Attorney, County Extension, and District Court
• Update on quarterly federal infrastructure projects
• Appointment recommendations for the County Veterans Service Committee
• Approval of April 30 and May 9 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget meeting. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed.

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will consider approving minutes, several payment applications, and a series of contract amendments and new contracts for services like overhead doors, electrical supplies, pest control, and mailing. They will also discuss updates on the Multi Modal Transport Center, security, and potential property purchases.

• Payment applications for HR remodel and building controls upgrade
• Contract amendments for Bulldog Garage Doors, Advanced Door and Dock Systems, Graybar Electric, Whitehead Oil, SEi, Fastenal, Executive Answering Service, Allsteel, Lawson Products, Steelecase, Kurita America
• New contracts: Orkin pest control, All Needs Computer pre-sort mailing
• MOUs for Voss Electric and Ricoh print services
• Discussion of potential purchase at 815 K Street and Permanent Supportive Housing at 9th & J Street

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution amending the policy for reimbursing expenses of county officials, employees, and volunteers. They will also vote on several consent items, including contract renewals and utility permits, and discuss new business items such as a recruitment advertising agreement and salary adjustments.

• Resolution amending policy for expenditure of public funds for reimbursement of expenses (R-24-0031)
• Agreement with Lincoln Journal Star for Sheriff's Office recruitment advertising, cost $23,052 (C-24-0357)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Ricoh USA for print goods and services, up to $100,000 (C-24-0356)
• Setting salary of Kevin Nelson, Assistant Budget and Fiscal Officer, at $119,000
• Setting annual salary for Kristy Bauer, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, at $129,722.74

Youth Crisis Response Coalition

The coalition is meeting to review minutes, share agency updates and data on youth crisis contacts, and discuss a potential restructuring to be proposed at the August meeting. Members will also consider forming an ad hoc committee to review the 2019 Youth Crisis Response Report and update the current map of youth crisis services in Lancaster County.

• Grant update: CenterPointe received RFP to be provider for Square One
• Possible YCRC restructuring with ad hoc committee to be formed
• Review of 2019 Youth Crisis Response Report and current trends
• Update of the Current Map of Youth Crisis Response Services in Lancaster County
• Survey to coalition members to be developed by Dr. Belau

Board of Corrections

The Lancaster County Board of Corrections will review population statistics, programming, transportation, work crews, and training reports. The jail's average daily population for Q1 2024 was 658.8, at 99.1% of its 665 operational capacity, with a 2.6% increase from the same period in 2023. The board will also approve the February 15, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Average daily population 658.8, 99.1% of 665 capacity (Q1 2024)
• Average bookings up 9.41%, lodgings up 7.75% vs. prior year
• Per diem rate $125 per day
• Lincoln Regional Center wait time 64 days
• 13 inmates admitted to community hospital in Q1 2024

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners holds a staff meeting to review internal operations and upcoming fiscal items. The board discusses FY 2024-2025 Region V Systems matching funds, which support regional services, and budget hearings for Human Services, Emergency Management, and the County Treasurer transparency portals to increase public access to financial data. Staff will also address a new Records Coordinator position, updates to travel reimbursement rules, and an Energy Efficiency Block Grant project review.

• FY 2024-2025 Region V Systems county matching funds discussion
• Budget hearings for Human Services, Emergency Management, and County Treasurer transparency portals
• Review of a new Records Coordinator position and updated travel reimbursement policy
• Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program project review committee report

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The agenda contains only one item: a budget meeting. No specific proposals, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed. The meeting is procedural with no actionable details provided.

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 19, 2024, and receive updates from the executive committee and seven subcommittees covering topics like public engagement, finance, and environmental impact. The agenda also includes an update from Legends, Populous, and Clark & Enersen, though no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Updates from seven subcommittees including Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance, Site Fundamentals, Community Integration and Growth, Accessibility and Connectivity, and Environmental Impact
• Update from Legends, Populous, and Clark & Enersen

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates to the Mental Health Crisis Center building, staffing, and financial budgets. The board will also review by-laws and electronic medical records interface updates.

• Battery backups for camera system and bench for restraint bed
• Qualifacts electronic medical records UI updates and past invoices
• Staffing updates for RN, MHT FT & On-call, and MH Clinician
• County and Region 5 budget reviews
• By-laws update and stakeholder survey

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including contract renewals and right-of-way purchases, plus new business items such as transferring $550,000 between budgets, approving a $1.74 million bridge replacement contract, and authorizing $965,196 for four new dump trucks. Other items include appointments to the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee and several personnel policy changes.

• Transfer of $550,000 from General Fund to Board of Equalization and County Court budgets
• Purchase of four 2025 Freightliner dump trucks for $965,196
• Bridge Q-110 replacement contract with Constructors Inc for $1,740,426.59
• Wireline crossing agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for fiber optic at Mile Post 46.16 in Raymond
• Contract with Securitas Technology for proximity readers not to exceed $48,134.95

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider 2024 property tax exemption applications for real and personal property, with recommendations for approval, partial approval, or denial. It will also act on motor vehicle tax exemption applications from several churches and nonprofit organizations. The meeting includes public hearings and a public comment period.

• 2024 451 exemption applications on real and personal property (approval, partial, denial)
• Motor vehicle tax exemptions for First Baptist Church, Lincoln Medical Education Partnership, American National Red Cross, and others
• Public hearings on exemption applications
• Approval of April 16, 2024 meeting minutes

Justice Council

The Lancaster County - City of Lincoln Justice Council is meeting to receive updates on corrections, community corrections, problem-solving courts, and various agencies. The agenda includes presentations on population statistics and program reports, followed by organizational updates. This is a regular informational meeting with no voting items listed.

• Corrections update by Brad Johnson with population statistics
• Community corrections update by Jeff Kilpatrick
• Problem-solving courts update with drug court report
• Agency updates from courts, attorneys, public defender, law enforcement, probation, and service providers

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is reviewing the county court budget and holding separate budget hearings for adult and juvenile probation services. These sessions establish funding levels for court-related operations that process local cases. Staff will also consider appointments to the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee, review Region V Systems matching funds, and discuss a disaster declaration update. An executive session is scheduled to address pending litigation, union negotiations, and legal advice.

• Review of the County Court budget presented by Budget and Fiscal Officer Dennis Meyer
• Budget hearings for Adult Probation, Juvenile Probation, and Juvenile Court
• Appointments to the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee (IDAC) for terms through May 20, 2027
• Discussion of Region V Systems County Matching Funds for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Executive session covering pending litigation, union negotiations, and legal advice

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget meeting on May 2, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural items, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider several spending items, including $965,196 for four new Freightliner dump trucks and $187,500 for an evaluation of the Adult Drug Court program. They will also vote on a resolution to vacate a portion of Branched Oak Road and approve a $101,900 appraisal contract for a Saltillo Road improvement project. Routine consent items include contract renewals for road salt (up to $558,000) and motor fuel (up to $725,000).

• Purchase of four 2025 Freightliner dump trucks for $965,196 (C-24-0318)
• Service agreement with UNL to evaluate Adult Drug Court program for $187,500 (C-24-0331)
• Resolution to vacate a portion of Branched Oak Road between N 27th and N 40th streets (R-24-0028)
• Appraisal contract for Saltillo Road project, not to exceed $101,900 (C-24-0327)
• Contract renewal for road salt supply, cost not to exceed $558,000 (C-24-0321)

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget meeting to review and discuss budget proposals for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes presentations from the Budget and Fiscal Office, the Board of Commissioners, and the Veterans Service Office, with specific documents on the Veterans Aid Fund and Veterans Service. This is a working session focused on budget items, not a regular voting meeting.

• Budget and Fiscal Office presentation by Dennis Meyer
• Board of Commissioners budget review
• Veterans Aid Fund budget document
• Veterans Service Office budget document

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This Lancaster County staff meeting agenda outlines internal discussions rather than public votes. Commissioners will review a legislative update from outside counsel, discuss proposed budget additions presented by the fiscal officer, and hold an executive session for legal matters. The agenda also covers board members' recent attendance at external meetings.

• Approval of April 18 staff meeting minutes
• Legislative update from Kissel, Kohout, ES Associates LLC
• Discussion of additional appropriations presented by Budget Officer Dennis Meyer
• Executive session for pending litigation and legal advice
• Review of board member meetings attended and upcoming schedules

Board of Commissioners - Miscellaneous

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is attending the Lincoln Electric System (LES) Energy Summit Breakfast. This is a scheduled attendance event at the LES Operations Center.

• Attendance at the LES Energy Summit Breakfast at 9445 Rokeby Road

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates from the executive committee and subcommittees, and consider creating site evaluation subcommittees. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Updates from public engagement, partnership development, and internal finance subcommittees
• Creation of site evaluation subcommittees

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting will review Board of Equalization policies, procedures, and contracts. The agenda also includes classification considerations for the Clerk of the District Court and pay adjustments for a District Court Staff Attorney.

• Board of Equalization policies, procedures, and referee contracts
• Resolution to extend the Board of Equalization deadline
• Clerk of the District Court classification considerations
• Pay adjustment considerations for District Court Staff Attorney
• Executive session regarding union negotiations and legal advice

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider routine business including approval of claims, contract amendments, and interlocal agreements with 11 counties to house juvenile offenders at the Youth Services Center at $334 per day. They will also vote on a special designated license for Deer Springs Winery, a fiber optic line agreement with Lincoln, and a mini-grant for the Sheriff's Office seatbelt campaign. A public hearing is scheduled for April 23 on vacating part of Branched Oak Road.

• Interlocal agreements with Dawson, Clay, Phelps, Nemaha, Richardson, Pawnee, Johnson, Otoe, Thayer, Cass, and Sarpy counties to house juvenile offenders at $334/day
• Claim to The Mediation Center for $19,742.50 and to City of Lincoln for $55,068
• Contract renewal with Walton Construction Co for concrete pavement services up to $50,000
• Special designated license application from Deer Springs Winery for May 4 event at 16255 Adams Street, Lincoln
• Mini-grant of $11,390 for Sheriff's Office 'Make It Click' seatbelt campaign

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider an appeal of a rejected homestead exemption and applications for motor vehicle tax exemptions. The agenda is mostly routine, with public hearings and action items on these specific tax matters.

• Appeal on rejection of Homestead Exemption from Donn Marcussen for 2023 and 2024
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application from YMCA of Lincoln
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application from School Sisters of Christ the King
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes legislative updates and transportation reports. The board will consider ratifying an addendum to extend the due diligence period for a real estate purchase agreement. Updates regarding the West Bypass Project and parking changes due to MMTC construction are also scheduled.

• Ratification of Addendum #1 to Purchase Agreement with Realty Gift Fund, Inc.
• Update on employee parking due to Multi-Modal Transportation Center construction
• Nebraska Department of Transportation West Bypass Project update
• Executive session regarding a real estate purchase and legal advice

STOP Committee

The STOP Committee will approve minutes from January 2024, review a class attendance count summary, discuss the law enforcement fund balance, and consider a funding request from the Lincoln Police Department. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• Approval of January 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Class attendance count summary review
• Law enforcement fund balance discussion
• Lincoln Police Department fund request

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review updates regarding the facility's seclusion room and ceiling damage. The meeting includes discussions on electronic medical record invoices, staff updates, and regional budgets.

• Building updates including seclusion room and ceiling damage
• Electronic Medical Records/Qualifacts UI updates and past invoices
• Staffing updates for RN, MH Clinician, and MHT positions
• County and Region budget reviews
• Client LOS and LRC admission updates

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and consider additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. Public comment is also scheduled. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 28 and April 2, 2024 meetings
• Additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and discuss administrative items, including confirming the next meeting date. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes (March 19, 2024)
• Discussion of administrative items
• Confirmation of next meeting on May 14, 2024

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee is meeting to receive updates on training, a Georgetown juvenile justice reform project, and to discuss truancy. The May meeting is cancelled; the next meeting is June 7, 2024.

• Training update by Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform update on Advancing Racial Justice and Equity in Youth Legal Systems
• Truancy discussion led by Laura Suhr and Ryan Zabawa
• Next meeting scheduled for June 7, 2024; May meeting cancelled

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes a legislative update and an update on the Youth Services Center. The board will consider authorizing application materials for the Safe Streets For All Grant for North 148th Street. The agenda also covers discussion regarding Election Commissioner hiring.

• Authorization of grant application materials for North 148th Street
• Youth Services Center update
• Election Commissioner hiring discussion
• Legislative update

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from its executive committee and subcommittees, and discuss the site RFP. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Subcommittee updates: Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance, Architectural RFP Review
• Site RFP update

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $310,054 contract for crack sealing on county roads, several right-of-way agreements including one with the City of Bennet for $946, and a $35,840 substance abuse evaluation contract for female inmates. They will also hold a public hearing to vacate right-of-way near Crete and consider resolutions on unclaimed witness fees, grant administration, and deputy sheriff benefits.

• Contract with Highway Improvement Inc for crack sealing 2024 project, not to exceed $310,054
• Right-of-way contract with City of Bennet for Bennet Road and Cottonwood Court, $946
• Agreement with St. Monica's for substance abuse evaluations for female inmates, up to $35,840 per year
• Public hearing to vacate right-of-way north of West Prucha Street and Southwest 112th Street, Crete
• Resolution to adopt benefits for Deputy Sheriff Captains in Unclassified Service

Board of Equalization

The Board will consider additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. The meeting includes public hearings and action on several motor vehicle tax exemption applications.

• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application: The Catholic Bishop of Lincoln
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application: Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application: Noah’s Ark Connecting Pointe Church of the Nazarene
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application: St. Monica’s Home
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application: Calvary Cemetery

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will meet on March 28, 2024, to handle additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls, hold two executive sessions for pending litigation and legal advice, and take public comment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific properties or dollar amounts listed.

• Executive session for pending litigation and legal advice
• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls
• Public comment period limited to one hour, speakers limited to five minutes

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is holding a staff meeting to approve prior minutes, receive legislative and GIS updates, and discuss funding requests for sheriff vehicles and aging services. The agenda also schedules financial reviews of motocross operations and the 2023 county audit, alongside action items to submit federal grant applications for Adult Drug Court programs and street safety improvements on North 148th Street. These items cover budget timing, service funding, and infrastructure grants that affect local public safety and community resources.

• Budget request regarding the timing of a vehicle purchase for the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office
• Funding request from Aging Partners Director Randy Jones for Department of Aging services
• Financial review of motocross operations presented by Budget and Fiscal Officer Dennis Meyer
• Review of the 2023 Lancaster County audit and financial statements with RSM US LLP
• Action items to submit SAMHSA grant assurances for Adult Drug Court and a letter of support for a Safe Streets For All grant targeting North 148th Street

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization is holding a regular meeting to consider additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls and to enter executive sessions for pending litigation and legal advice. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items or dollar amounts listed.

• Executive session on pending litigation and legal advice
• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions to sell real property at 1005 O Street and to authorize a Public Building Commission project at 815 K Street. They will also vote on a contract for design services for a wash bay remediation at 444 Cherrycreek Road, a mini-grant for impaired-driving enforcement, and a memorandum of understanding supporting reentry from incarceration. Several routine consent items include contract renewals, bridge change orders, and utility permits.

• Resolution to sell real property at 1005 O Street, Lincoln (R-24-0017)
• Resolution authorizing Public Building Commission to acquire property at 815 K Street (R-24-0014)
• Contract with The Schemmer Associates Inc for wash bay remediation at 444 Cherrycreek Rd, not to exceed $18,500 (C-24-0237)
• Mini-grant contract with Nebraska DOT for $3,350 for Drug Impaired Driving Enforcement mobilization (C-24-0238)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Center for People to support individuals leaving incarceration (C-24-0241)

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will consider approving motor vehicle tax exemption applications from four organizations: Lincoln Literacy Council, Cristo Rey Catholic Church, Cornhusker Council, and First Lutheran Church. The board will also approve minutes from its March 19 meeting and may enter executive session for pending litigation and legal advice.

• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications: Lincoln Literacy Council, Cristo Rey Catholic Church, Cornhusker Council, First Lutheran Church
• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls
• Executive session for pending litigation and legal advice
• Public comment period limited to one hour

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a staff meeting to review legislative updates, discuss applicants for the Board of Zoning Appeals, and consider a $333,679 grant application for juvenile services. The agenda also includes a proposal to vacate a portion of Branched Oak Road between North 27th Street and North 40th Street, alongside reports on aging department funding, pension fund changes, and health board reappointments. Executive session will cover litigation, real estate purchases, and legal advice.

• Application for $333,679 Juvenile Services Grant from the Nebraska Crime Commission
• Vacation of a portion of Branched Oak Road between North 27th Street and North 40th Street
• Introduction and discussion of applicants for the Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals
• Pension Review Committee recommendation to replace T. Rowe Price with BNYM Newton fund
• Reappointment of three members to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Board of Health

Board of Equalization

The Board will consider additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. The meeting includes public hearings and action on several motor vehicle tax exemption applications.

• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Applications for Parkview Christian School
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Applications for St. Joseph Catholic Church and School
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Applications for New Bethel Bibleway Apostolic Temple Church
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Applications for Nebraska Safety Council
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Applications for Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) In Nebraska and Catholic Social Services

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider a $422,919 agreement with The Schemmer Associates Inc for construction engineering on the 98th Street Federal Aid paving project, with the county's share at $84,583.93. Other new business includes resolutions recognizing Severe Weather Awareness Week and designating Community Corrections as the pretrial release agency, plus multiple contract approvals for rock, a truck, radon mitigation, sheriff uniforms, and election mail services.

• Agreement with The Schemmer Associates Inc for 98th Street paving engineering: $422,919.66 total, $84,583.93 county share
• Resolution designating Lancaster County Department of Community Corrections as pretrial release agency
• Purchase order to Buel Trucking Inc for rock: $353,750
• Purchase order to Anderson Ford Lincoln for a Ford F-350 truck: $71,857
• Subscription with Lexipol for Sheriff's Grant Assistance Platform: $14,250 from forfeited assets fund

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will consider approving numerous contract amendments, a property purchase resolution, and February 2024 vouchers. They will also discuss the Luxford Studio HVAC upgrade payment, a Human Resources remodel contract, and a security update. The meeting includes routine approvals and administrative reports.

• Resolution to purchase property (Resolution 135)
• Contract approval for Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources Remodel with Genesis Contracting Group LLC
• Amendments to contracts for concrete pavement services (23-046) with multiple firms
• Amendments to contracts for HVAC services (23-025) with multiple firms
• General voucher approval for February 2024

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on legislative matters, human resources, and health benefit plans. The meeting includes reviews of the 2024-2025 budget instructions and the fourth quarter 2023 investment review. Action items include a SAMHSA grant application for an adult drug court and noxious weed program reports.

• SAMHSA Grant Application for Adult Drug Court
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Instructions
• Nebraska Department of Agriculture Noxious Weed Program Reports and Requirements
• Fourth Quarter 2023 Investment Review (401(a) and 457(b) plans)
• Emergency Management update on outdoor warning sirens

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The regular meeting scheduled for March 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 10, 2023.

Pension Review Committee

The committee will review investment performance for 401(a) and 457(b) plans through the fourth quarter of 2023. Representatives from Empower and Segal Marco Advisors will be present. The body will also discuss the replacement of the T. Rowe Price Large Cap Value Fund.

• 457(b) in-plan Roth conversion
• Fourth quarter 2023 investment review for 401(a) and 457(b) plans
• Replacement of T. Rowe Price Large Cap Value Fund

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on claims, consent items, and several new business items, including a $1.63 million Joint Budget Committee request and $650,000 for Juvenile Justice Prevention Funding. They will also consider a $310,054 crack sealing contract, a $155,092.50 pavement marking contract, and a resolution to set a public hearing on vacating a right-of-way near Crete. Routine approvals include minutes, claims, and right-of-way contracts totaling about $6,439.

• Request for $1,633,365 for Joint Budget Committee and $650,000 for Juvenile Justice Prevention Funding for FY 2024-2025
• Award bid to Highway Improvement Inc for crack sealing, not to exceed $310,054
• Contract with Straight-Line Striping Inc for pavement markings, not to exceed $155,092.50
• Resolution setting a public hearing on vacating right-of-way north of West Prucha Street and Southwest 112th Street, Crete
• Right-of-way contracts with five property owners totaling $6,439

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)- Lancaster County

The Lancaster County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is meeting to discuss emergency preparedness topics, including a presentation on fentanyl dangers, a review of 2023 Tier II chemical reporting, and updates from local agencies. The meeting will also cover upcoming training and community events, and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Presentation: The Dangers of Fentanyl, Situational Awareness Briefing by Assistant Chief Ryan Dale, Lincoln Police Department
• Review of 2023 Tier II Reporting for Lancaster County
• Severe Weather Awareness Week: Mar 25-29, 2024, with statewide tornado drill on Wed, Mar 27 at 10am
• Upcoming training: ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 online; ICS 300 monthly at NEMA HQ
• Community events: UNL Spring Game (Apr 27), Lincoln Marathon (May 5), Uncle Sam Jam (Jul 3, pending), Lincoln Airport Authority Full-Scale Plane Crash Exercise (Aug 14)

Youth Crisis Response Coalition

The Lincoln/Lancaster County Youth Crisis Response Coalition will meet to review minutes, share agency data on youth crisis contacts, and receive updates on the Square One grant (CenterPointe received the RFP). The agenda also includes a spotlight on LPD data, a presentation on the LOSS team, and training opportunities from BHECN and Region V. The next meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2024.

• Agency data reports on youth-focused contacts from Cedars, Education, LPD, CenterPointe, Lancaster Connected, and Region V (Zero Suicide update)
• Grant update: CenterPointe received the RFP for the Square One grant
• Presentation on the Lincoln/Lancaster County LOSS team by Dr. Belau
• Training opportunities: BHECN online courses, Region V training, and a recorded webinar on 'Serving Youth and Families in Crisis'
• Request for coalition members to share workgroups and collaborative groups focused on youth behavioral health crises

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes updates on juvenile probation and the Youth Services Center. The agenda also covers a strategic plan progress report and the 2024 Visitors Improvement Fund Grant Application. Additionally, the board will consider appointing Todd Ogden to the Visitors Promotion Committee.

• Appointment of Todd Ogden to the Visitors Promotion Committee
• 2024 Visitors Improvement Fund Grant Application review
• Youth Services Center space study and per diem discussion
• Quarterly planning update from Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning
• Strategic plan bi-annual progress report

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates from the executive committee and subcommittees, and discuss the site RFP. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Updates from four subcommittees: Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance, Architectural RFP Review
• Site RFP update

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution to start eminent domain proceedings against Prior Pine LLC for the North 98th Street Grading and Paving project. They will also consider a special permit for a 239-foot cell tower on West Roca Road and a $392,967.50 sole-source contract for jail CCTV upgrades. Several routine consent items, including contract renewals and right-of-way purchases, are also on the agenda.

• Eminent domain resolution for Prior Pine LLC, Project 23-01 (North 98th Street Grading and Paving, Tracts 30 and 31)
• Special Permit 23042 for a 239-foot personal wireless facility tower at 7459 West Roca Road
• Sole-source contract to Accurate Controls Inc for jail CCTV upgrades, $392,967.50
• Right-of-way contracts totaling $99,942 for Malinda Buel Revocable Trust and Bruce C Kuster Revocable Trust (Project 23-23)
• Reimbursement agreement with US Marshals for sex offender compliance enforcement, $13,600

Board of Equalization

The Lancaster County Board of Equalization will meet to approve minutes, consider additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls, and hold a public hearing on a motor vehicle tax exemption application for Grace Chapel. The board may also enter executive session for pending litigation and legal advice. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Application for Grace Chapel (public hearing and action item)
• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2024 meeting
• Additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls
• Executive session for pending litigation and legal advice

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee is meeting to receive updates on training efforts and a Georgetown University initiative on racial justice in youth legal systems. Members will also discuss truancy issues. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-focused, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Training update presented by Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform update on Advancing Racial Justice and Equity in Youth Legal Systems by Jason Stille and Laura Suhr
• Truancy discussion led by Laura Suhr and Ryan Zabawa

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes updates from the Veterans Service Office, Information Services, and Lincoln Airport Authority. The agenda also covers a corrections hiring campaign update and discussions regarding several Board of Zoning Appeals applicants. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential or pending litigation.

• Corrections hiring campaign update
• Printer/copier contract update
• Board of Zoning Appeals applicant discussions
• Lincoln Airport Authority update
• Veterans Service Office update

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a special permit for a 239-foot self-support tower for wireless facilities at 7459 West Roca Road. They will also consider routine consent items including contract renewals for demolition, roofing, HVAC, and other services, as well as a grant for drug testing services and right-of-way acquisitions.

• Public hearing and resolution on Special Permit 23042 for a 239-foot wireless tower at 7459 W Roca Road
• Grant contract with Jenda Family Services LLC for up to $30,000 for expanded drug testing services
• Right-of-way contracts totaling $4,520 for three properties
• Contract amendments for demolition (up to $20,000), roofing (up to $15,000), HVAC (up to $40,000), and other services
• Tort claim by Corey Carlson against Lancaster County for property damage

Board of Equalization

The board will review additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. It will also consider preliminary recommendations for 451 tax exemption applications. Public hearings are scheduled regarding motor vehicle tax exemption applications for several organizations.

• Additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls
• Assessor’s 2024 preliminary recommendations on 451 tax exemption applications
• Motor vehicle tax exemption applications for entities including Doane University and Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska Inc
• Report of destroyed real property from Stephen Carlton

Joint Budget Committee

The committee will vote on Human Services grant guidelines and the JBC application process. Discussion is also scheduled regarding local casino and state gambling prevention allocations. Reports from United Way, Region V, and the Mayor’s Office will be presented.

• Motion for Human Services Grant Guidelines
• Review of JBC Application Process
• Local Casino Allocation discussion
• State Gambling Prevention Allocation discussion
• United Way report

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners staff will review legislative updates and quarterly health reports. The agenda includes a briefing on a wireless facility appeal and an agreement with No Wait, LLC regarding a kiosk and signage module. Staff will also discuss personnel board appointments and administrative updates.

• Briefing on appeal of SP23042 (Personal Wireless Facilities - 7459 W Roca Rd)
• Agreement with No Wait, LLC for kiosk and signage module
• Appointment of Jaydon Pence to the Lancaster County Personnel Policy Board
• Health Department ARPA update

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from its executive committee and subcommittees, and review the status of site and design request-for-proposal (RFP) processes. The meeting is open to the public under the Nebraska Open Meetings Act.

• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Subcommittee updates: Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance
• Site RFP update
• Design RFP update

Board of Corrections

The Board of Corrections reviewed population statistics showing the jail's daily population is at 109.9% of its 665-person capacity. The board also reviewed data regarding bookings, hospitalizations, and inmate programming.

• Jail operational capacity set at 665 individuals
• Average jail per diem rate is $125 per day
• 49 felons sentenced to Lancaster County during Q4 2023
• 2,065 offenders tracked for custodial sanctions since August 2015
• 38 days recorded with at least one inmate admitted to a community hospital

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board will conduct interviews for the Lancaster County Clerk of the District Court appointment and review the 2023-2025 Strategic Plan. Additional discussions include federal infrastructure project updates and a report from the Board of Corrections.

• Interviews for Clerk of the District Court: Linda Quenzer, Kris Beckenbach, and Simon Rezac
• Action Item: Lancaster County 2023-2025 Strategic Plan
• Quarterly federal infrastructure projects update
• Board of Corrections 4th Quarter 2023 report

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will discuss updates to the MHCC building, electronic medical records, and staffing. The meeting includes reviews of hiring incentives and financial contracts with Molina Medicaid and Medicare.

• MHCC building updates regarding bathroom tile and video system installation
• Staffing updates including RN hires and hiring bonus and retention incentives
• Financial review of Molina Medicaid and Medicare contracts
• User interface changes to Qualifacts electronic medical records
• Update to Advisory Board By-Laws

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider several new contracts, including a $2.68 million asphalt recycling project on Southwest 98th and 100th Streets and an $894,423 chip seal contract. They will also vote on a $374,321 VMS systems upgrade, a $155,092 striping bid, and a $26,950 diversity training contract. Consent items include routine contract renewals and right-of-way acquisitions.

• Contract with Pavers Inc for hot in-place asphalt recycling on Southwest 98th and 100th Streets, not to exceed $2,678,797.86
• Contract with Topkote Inc for countywide chip seal application, not to exceed $894,423.93
• Contract with Accurate Controls Inc for VMS Systems Upgrade, not to exceed $374,321.25
• Bid award to Straight-Line Striping Inc for $155,092.50
• Contract with YWCA of Lincoln for diversity, equity, and inclusion training, $26,950

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will consider approving amendments to multiple contracts for services like demolition, electrical, plumbing, and roofing, and will discuss the LSO Office Remodel Phase 3 pay application, a security update, an appraisal of 815 'K' Street, and space planning for county and city offices. They will also consider a request from UNL Law to use courtrooms for a trial advocacy class.

• Approval of January 2024 vouchers
• 815 'K' Street appraisal
• County Commissioners and City Council space planning
• UNL Law use of courtrooms for trial advocacy class
• Amendments to contracts for demolition, electrical, plumbing, roofing, and other services

Board of Commissioners - Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a mid-year budget review for fiscal year 2023-24, including department responses from Corrections, Sheriff, and other offices. They will also receive an update on ARPA funds and discuss future funding issues and the 2024-2025 budget process.

• Mid-year budget review for 2023-24 with Budget Officer Dennis Meyer
• Department responses from Budget & Fiscal, Corrections, Community Corrections, Youth Services Center, Public Defender
• Department responses from Clerk of District Court, District Court, County Sheriff, County Assessor/Register of Deeds
• ARPA update with Dennis Meyer and Sara Hoyle, Director of Lincoln-Lancaster County Human Services
• Discussion of future funding issues and 2024-2025 budget process

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to discuss updates from its executive committee and subcommittees, including public engagement, partnership development, and internal finance. The main action item is the issuance of a request for proposals for programming and conceptual design services, along with updates on site and design RFPs.

• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Subcommittee updates: Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance
• Site RFP update
• Design RFP update

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an appeal of Special Permit 23048 for the West Pioneers Cedar View Community Unit Plan, then vote on a resolution regarding it. The board will also consider several contracts, including a $846,897.16 culvert maintenance contract and agreements for jail population studies, as well as routine consent items.

• Public hearing and resolution on Special Permit 23048 for West Pioneers Cedar View Community Plan
• Contract with Van Dorn Valley Construction LLC for Culvert Maintenance 2024 (Phase I) not to exceed $846,897.16
• Professional services agreements for criminal justice data study: HDR Architecture Inc ($160,000) and University of Nebraska Omaha ($124,945)
• Lease agreements with Sober Houses of Nebraska LLC for transitional housing (1327 B Street, 2026 and 2028 Washington Street)
• Contract amendment with CivicPlus for website services not to exceed $24,617.63

Board of Equalization

The Board will review additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. The meeting includes public hearings and action on motor vehicle tax exemption applications.

• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Applications for Mercy City Church Inc, CenterPoint Inc, Mosaic in Southeast Nebraska, Trinity Lutheran Church & School, Troop 12 Foundation Inc, Mount Zion Baptist Church, and LUX Center for the Arts

Justice Council

The Lancaster County-City of Lincoln Justice Council is meeting to hear updates on corrections, community corrections, problem-solving courts, and the Stepping Up Initiative. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and agency updates. This is a regular information-sharing meeting with no decisions listed.

• Approval of November 3, 2023 minutes
• Corrections update by Brad Johnson with population statistics
• Community corrections update by Jeff Kilpatrick
• Problem-solving courts update on Veterans and DUI courts
• Stepping Up Initiative update by Wendy Baumeister

Reducing Racial & Ethnic Disparities Committee

The Reducing Racial and Ethnic Disparities Committee will meet to receive updates on training and community resources. Members will also review updates regarding Georgetown's juvenile justice reform project and middle school truancy data.

• Training update from Karen Bell-Dancy
• Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform update
• Community Resource Spreadsheet update
• Middle School Truancy Data review

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes a briefing on the West Pioneers Cedar View Community Unit Plan appeal. The agenda also features an action item regarding a purchase and sale agreement for property at 220 S. 17th Street and 1700 M Street.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Realty Gift Fund, Inc. for 220 S. 17th Street and 1700 M Street
• Briefing on appeal of Special Permit 23048 (West Pioneers Cedar View Community Unit Plan)
• Appointment of Brett Ebert to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Commission
• Press release seeking applicants for the Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will vote on routine claims, contract renewals, and several new business items, including a $509,589.91 engineering agreement for replacing 46 county culverts. The board will also consider subgrant awards for a violence-against-women project, a housing rehabilitation contract, and a resolution to study vacating right-of-way near W Prucha Street and SW 112th Street.

• Contract with Alfred Benesch & Company for culvert replacement engineering, not to exceed $509,589.91
• Subgrant awards totaling $237,396 for the Coordinated Response to Reducing Violence Against Women project
• Housing rehabilitation contract with MIT Contracting for $21,322.64 (Project 005)
• Resolution to study vacating right-of-way north of W Prucha Street and SW 112th Street
• Claims to El Centro de las Americas ($19,625.25), Rabble Mill ($18,374.42), and others

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

The Board of Commissioners staff meeting includes a recommendation for a $44,997.00 purchase order for a cargo van. The agenda also features the proposed appointment of Brett Ebert to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Commission.

• Purchase order for one 2024 GMC Savana Cargo Van from Husker Auto Group for $44,997.00
• Appointment of Brett Ebert to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Commission through August 24, 2027
• Application to participate in NACo's County Juvenile Justice Innovation Network
• Discussion regarding a Clerk of the District Court applicant
• Executive session regarding pending litigation and real estate purchase

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates from its executive committee and subcommittees, and discuss the status of a design request for proposals (RFP). The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2024
• Executive committee update
• Subcommittee updates: Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance
• Design RFP update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several routine consent items including contract amendments for animal control, tools, and road supplies. The agenda also includes a right-of-way contract, bridge and paving change orders, and the adoption of a labor bargaining agreement.

• Right-of-way contract with Dale Pomajzl for West Hallam Road and Southwest 114th Street ($2,035)
• Change order for Bridge N-114 steel piling via JMN Construction LLC (not to exceed $1,992.30)
• Change order for North 98th Street paving via Pavers Inc (not to exceed $77,102.80)
• Renewal of contract with Total Tool Supply Inc (not to exceed $6,000)
• Renewal of contract with J & A Traffic Products and All Road Barricades Inc (not to exceed $30,000)

Board of Commissioners - Tri-County Meetings

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will attend the Tri-County Legislative Breakfast on January 19, 2024, at the Hruska Law Center in Lincoln. Officials from Lancaster, Douglas, and Sarpy Counties will hold informal conversations with state senators about 2024 legislative issues.

• Tri-County Legislative Breakfast with state senators
• Informal discussions on 2024 legislative issues
• Attendance by Lancaster, Douglas, and Sarpy County officials

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This staff meeting includes a review of noxious weed control annual reports and a budget request for elections. The board will also enter executive session to discuss legal advice and a real estate purchase.

• Review of NDA Noxious Weed Control Annual Reports
• Budget request for elections from Election Commissioner Todd Wiltgen
• Executive session regarding real estate purchase
• Executive session regarding legal advice
• Approval of January 11, 2024, staff meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider a $2.3 million ARPA grant for a Voluntary Crisis Response Center, award a $2.68 million road paving contract, and approve several other contracts and claims. The meeting includes consent items, new business, and public comment.

• Grant contract for up to $2,300,000 in ARPA funds for a Voluntary Crisis Response Center at 3220 North 14th Street, Lincoln
• Award of $2,678,797.86 bid to Pavers Inc for asphalt on Southwest 98th/100th Streets (Denton Road to Roca Road)
• Contract with Office Interiors & Design Inc for up to $150,000 for Sheriff's Office furniture
• Claim to Rabble Mill for $50,233.82
• Contract renewal with Fresh Start for transitional housing, not to exceed $36,000

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to approve minutes from the January 9, 2024, meeting and review additions or deductions to the tax assessment rolls. The board will also hold public hearings and take action on motor vehicle tax exemption applications.

• Approval of January 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of additions and deductions to tax assessment rolls
• Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Applications for Allon Chapel SDA Church, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, CHI Health St. Elizabeth, and Bryan Medical Center

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This staff meeting includes a legislative update and an introduction of the Region V Systems Stepping Up Coordinator. The agenda also covers committee assignments, a vacancy update for Clerk of the District Court, and reports on recent board member meetings.

• Legislative update from Kissel, Kohout, ES Associates LLC
• Introduction of Wendy Baumeister, Stepping Up Coordinator, Region V Systems
• Clerk of the District Court vacancy update
• Approval of January 4, 2024, staff meeting minutes

Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee

The Assemble Lincoln Standing Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from its executive committee and subcommittees, and consider an action item to issue a request for proposals. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 28, 2023
• Executive committee update
• Subcommittee updates: Public Engagement, Partnership Development, Internal Finance
• CSL/Legends update
• Action item: issuance of request for proposals

STOP Committee

The STOP Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, review class attendance and end-of-year summary reports, discuss an interlocal agreement for student driver education, review law enforcement fund balances, and consider a fund request from the Lincoln Police Department.

• Approval of meeting minutes from October 12, 2023
• Discussion of Student Driver's Education interlocal agreement
• Review of Law Enforcement Fund Balance
• Fund request from LPD (Lincoln Police Department)

Mental Health Crisis Center Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss updates to the MHCC building, staffing levels, and financial contracts. The session includes reviews of medical record software and board by-laws.

• Bathroom tile installation scheduled for 1/8
• Video system installation scheduled for 1/22
• Hiring of RNs for overnight and evening shifts
• Molina Medicaid and Medicare contracts
• Discussion of hiring bonuses and retention incentives

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will elect its 2024 officers and approve minutes from the December 19, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider motor vehicle tax exemption applications and additions or deductions to the tax assessment rolls.

• Election of 2024 Officers
• Approval of December 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Public hearings for motor vehicle tax exemption applications
• Action on motor vehicle tax exemption applications
• Review of additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls

Board of Commissioners

The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will consider several spending items, including a $894,423.93 contract for countywide chip seal, an $846,897.16 culvert maintenance project, and a $369,700 upgrade to jail CCTV. They will also vote on salary increases for appointed directors and elected officers' chief deputies, and approve multiple right-of-way contracts and utility permits. The meeting includes routine consent items and a recognition of the Clerk of the District Court.

• Award bid to Topkote Inc for 2024 Countywide Chip Seal at $894,423.93
• Award bid to Van Dorn Valley Construction LLC for Culvert Maintenance 2024 Phase I at $846,897.16
• Sole source purchase order for jail CCTV upgrade to Accurate Controls at $369,700
• Resolution on annual salary increases for appointed directors, assistant directors, bailiffs, and child support referee
• Agreements with SENDD for Owner Occupied Rehab Program totaling $87,000

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will consider approving a contract for the Lincoln Lancaster County Human Resources remodel, along with December 2023 vouchers and a payment application for a building controls upgrade. They will also receive a security update and discuss administrative items.

• Contract approval for Lincoln Lancaster County HR remodel (23-290)
• General voucher approval for December 2023
• Building controls upgrade payment application (iControls Pay App 2)
• Security update
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners - Staff Meetings

This staff meeting includes updates on legislative matters, quarterly human resources, and insurance for the county conduit system. The Chief Administrative Officer will also report on chief deputy salaries.

• Insurance for county conduit system discussion
• Report on Chief Deputy Salaries
• Executive session regarding real estate purchase and litigation
• Approval of December 19, 2023, staff meeting minutes