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Recent meetings

Tue Oct 20, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Board to set entity levies and consider UTV ordinance

The Board of Equalization will discuss tax list corrections and set levies for entities within the county. The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a UTV ordinance and review several zoning permits.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 201 - 446 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board reserves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84-1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – October 20, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room. Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing are located in the back of the board room. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction #511 2. Discuss/Action- Hearing requested Form 458R: Notice of Reduction/Rejection Homestead Exemption filed by T. Hood 3. Discuss/Action- RES 2026-18, Setting levies for entities within Cass County, per state statute …
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Tue Oct 20, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Board to set entity levies and consider UTV ordinance

The Board of Equalization will discuss tax list corrections and set levies for entities within the county. The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a UTV ordinance and review zoning permits and a liquor license amendment.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 201 - 446 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board reserves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84-1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – October 20, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room. Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing are located in the back of the board room. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction #511 2. Discuss/Action- Hearing requested Form 458R: Notice of Reduction/Rejection Homestead Exemption filed by T. Hood 3. Discuss/Action- RES 2026-18, Setting levies for entities within Cass County, per state statute …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026

October 13,2026 Tuesday

Cass County Planning Commission to discuss and act on commercial split ZP 2026-0035

The Cass County Planning Commission meets on 10/13/2026 at 7:00 PM at the New Cass County Building, 446 Main Street, Plattsmouth, NE. The only substantive agenda item is discussion and possible action on ZP 2026-0035, a commercial split. There are no public hearings; the agenda also includes approval of minutes from 07/13/2026 and a public comment period for non-agenda items.

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Cass County, Nebraska — Planning Commission PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov. Date: 10/13/2026 Time: 7:00 PM Location: New Cass County Building 446 Main Street Plattsmouth Ne 68048 Please silence all cell phones during the meeting. 1. Call to Order 2. Notice: A copy of the “Nebraska Open Meetings Act” is located on the north wall of the room. 3. Roll Call / Establish Quorum 4. Pledge of Allegiance 5. Approval of Minutes - Meeting Date: 07/13/2026 6. No Public Hearings 7. Regular Agenda Items / Unfinished Business (Non‑Hearing) A. Discuss/Action: ZP 2026-0035– COMMERCIAL SPLIT 8. Public Comment (Non‑Agenda Items) Thirty (30) minute time limit. Each speaker is limited to three (3) minutes. Speakers must state their name and address for the record. Time limits may be extended at the discretion of the Planning Commission Chair. 9. Announcements & Next Meeting Date Next planned meeting (if necessary): [11/09/2026] at 7:00 pm. 10. Adjournment
Tue Oct 6, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Board to revisit proposed data center zoning amendment and airstrip paving hearing

The Cass County Board of Commissioners meets on October 6, 2026, in Plattsmouth. The board will hold a public hearing on amending a conditional use permit to pave a private grass airstrip, and will again take up a revised proposed data center amendment (RES 2026-11) that was tabled on August 11 and September 22. Other items include purchasing two semi tractors, adjusting Register of Deeds fees, and a First Responders award presentation. The board will also handle routine consent agenda items and tax list corrections.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 201 - 446 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board reserves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84-1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – October 6, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the west wall of the County Board Room. Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located at the back of the board room. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- Tax List Correction(s): #510 2. Discuss/Action- Travis Royster-VSO, Disabled Veteran Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Appeal BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Announcements/Comments: CONSENT AGENDA Note: these are items that are routine which are expecte …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026

October 6, 2026

✓ Decided: Cass County Board authorizes $349,652 for two semi tractors

The Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of two semi tractors and adjusted fees for the Register of Deeds Office. The Board of Equalization approved tax list corrections and veteran motor vehicle tax exemptions. A proposed data center zoning amendment was tabled until November 3, 2026.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): October 6, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 9/30/26; Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo, Stohlmann (late) and Murdoch. Others present: Thomas Brantley- Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action – (Assessor) Tax List Corrections: #510 MOTION: Dasher moved, Murdoch seconded to approve tax list corrections as presented. Motion carried 4-0, Stohlmann (late) 2. Discuss/Action- Travis Royster-VSO, Disable Veteran Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Appeal(s) MOTION: Boyle moved, Dasher seconded to approve appeals as presented (M. Slafter; W. Royster; D. Boden; T. Albers). Motion carried 5-0 8:005am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Agenda, (2) Prior Meeting Minutes, (3) Claims, (4) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (5) Fees Reported MOTION: Boyle moved, Murdoch seconded to approve consent agenda as prepared. Motion carried 5-0 GENERAL CLAIMS: 201 Main Street LLC $2,960.00 (srv) A1 Locksmith & Security Solutions $230.00 (srv) Abrahamson Law Office $2,000.00 (srv) Amazon Capital Services $2,941.19 (sup) American …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

County board to hold final tax request hearing and vote on data center zoning

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on the 2026-2027 final tax request and a nuisance allegation against Soil Dynamics, then consider several action items. These include a road closure agreement with Union Pacific, a proposed data center zoning amendment, a disabled veteran tax exemption, and a water heater replacement for the Law Enforcement Center.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 201, 446 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board reserves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84-1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – September 22, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room. Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Corrections: #507, #509 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Announcements/Comments: CONSENT AGENDA Note: these are items that are routine which are expected to be adopted without dissent. Items are automatically approve …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

September 8, 2026

✓ Decided: Cass County approves liquor license for Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a new Class C liquor license for Solegiatto LLC, doing business as Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits at 9661 Renee Ave Ste 4, Plattsmouth. The board also authorized the treasurer to strike $1,085.88 in uncollectable taxes and approved boundary adjustment ZP 2026-0033 for the Wendt Family Trust. A public hearing on a proposed UTV ordinance was held with no public comment and no action taken. All votes were 5-0, though Commissioner Boyle is listed as absent and a motion is recorded in his name.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): September 8, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 9/2/26; Members Present: Dasher, DeGarmo, Stohlmann and Murdoch. Absent: Boyle. Others present: Thomas Brantley- Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action – (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption Filed by: First Baptist Church (1) 2008 Ford 20 Pass Bus MOTION: DeGarmo moved, Stohlmann seconded to approve motor vehicle exemption filed by First Baptist Church. Motion carried 5-0 8:01am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Agenda, (2) Prior Meeting Minutes, (3) Claims, (4) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (5) Fees Reported MOTION: Dasher moved, Stohlmann seconded to approve consent agenda as prepared. Motion carried 5-0 GENERAL CLAIMS: 201 Main Street LLC $2,960.00 (srv) Amazon Capital Services $1,324.94 (sup) American Heart Association $2,027.87 (sup) Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. $35,238.10 (ins) Applied Connective $1,675.74 (sup) AT&T Mobility - CC $680.75 (srv) Black Hills Energy $203.24 (srv) Bomgaars $585.12 (sup) Boundtree Medical LLC $4,378.57 (sup) Buzzcuts …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Board discusses UTV ordinance and new liquor license

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive input on adopting a UTV ordinance. They will also consider a new Class C liquor license application for Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits in Plattsmouth.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board reserves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84-1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – September 8, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room. Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action – (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption Filed by: First Baptist Church (1) 2008 Ford 20 Pass Bus BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Announcements/Comments: CONSENT AGENDA Note: these are items that are routine which are expected to be adopted …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026

August 25, 2026

✓ Decided: Cass County Board approves $31.8M general fund budget for 2026-2027

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved the 2026-2027 budget with a general fund of $31,840,812.76 and total disbursements of $53,446,040.68, along with a preliminary levy request (RES 2026-13). They also approved a consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling $1,035,602.82, and increased the county's recycling cost share cap to $3,000 per municipality (3-1). Several items were discussed without action, including a zoning boundary adjustment and swimming pool regulations.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): August 25, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 8/19/26; Members Present: Dasher, DeGarmo, Stohlmann and Murdoch. Absent: Boyle. Others present: Thomas Brantley- Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk Chairman DeGarmo noted at this time the Commissioners have reviewed department request (departments were asked to maintain their budgets with 0-1% increase) hearing no comments from the board, Chair then opened the floor for public input, hearing from (1) audience member. Chair reiterated the floor was open for public comment, all members of the public wishing to address the board were provided a reasonable amount of time to do so, with no comments being received the chair then asked for motion to close the public hearing. 8:03am Close Public Hearing: MOTION: Murdoch moved, Dasher seconded. Motion carried 4-0, Boyle absent 8:03am CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- Tax Correction(s) # 487-506 MOTION: Murdoch moved, Dasher seconded to approve corrections as presented. Motion carried 4-0, Boyle absent 2. Discuss/Action- RES 2026-13 Preliminary Levy Requests MOTION: Murdoch moved, Stohlmann seconded to adopt RES 2026-13 as prepared. Mo …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County proposes $31.8M general budget and $19.1M property tax request

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review the proposed 2026-2027 budget, which includes a $31,840,812.76 General Fund and a $19,132,306.67 property tax requirement. Following the hearing, the Board will consider zoning adjustments, road permits, and jail service contracts. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a request to increase the county's contribution to the recycling interlocal agreement.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair 8:00AM OPEN THE 2026-2027 BUDGET HEARING (IN COMPLIANCE WITH STATE STATUTES 13-501 TO 13-513) ROLL CALL ANNOUNCE: THREE COPIES OF THE BUDGET STATEMENT PROPOSED ARE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC PRESENTATION: Outlining key provisions of the proposed budget statement, including, but not limited to, a comparison with the prior year’s budget. PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given, in compliance with the provisions of State Statutes 13-501 to 13-513, that the governing body will meet on the 25 day of August, 2026 at 8:00 o'clock, A.M., at 346 Main St Rm 101, Plattsmouth, NE 68048 for the purpose of hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions or observations of taxpayers relating to the following proposed budget. The budget detail is available at the office of the Clerk during regular business hours. Actual Disbursements Actual Disbursements Proposed Budget of Disbursements Necessary Cash Reserve (4) Total Available Resources Before Property Taxes (5) Total Personal and Real Property Tax Requirement (6) FUNDS 2024-2025 (1) 2025-2026 (2) 2026-2027 (3) General $ 22,450,669.99 $ 25,553,887.84 $ 31,840,812.76 $ 7,800,000.00 $ 20,508,506.09 $19,132,306.67 Roads $ 7,290,841.31 $ 7,001,133.08 $ 9,290,167.31 $ 1,594,725.64 $ 10,884,892.95 $ Ro …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

County board to hold public hearings on data center zoning amendment and moratorium

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two resolutions related to data centers: one proposing an amendment to Section 8.25 of the zoning code, and another proposing a land use moratorium on data centers. The board will also consider several action items, including a temporary road use request for a bike ride, a school resource officer contract, and other agreements.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board reserves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84-1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – August 11, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room. Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction: #486 2. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption: First Baptist Church (1) 2015 Ford F550 Pickup BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Announcements/Comments: Sheriff Sorenson: Presentation of Life Saving …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026

August 11, 2026

✓ Decided: County adopts 12-month moratorium on data centers; tables zoning amendment

The Cass County Board adopted Resolution 2026-12, a 12-month moratorium on data centers, and tabled Resolution 2026-11, the proposed data center zoning amendment, until September 22, 2026. The board also approved several routine items, including tax corrections, a motor vehicle exemption, consent agenda, claims, and various contracts.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): August 11, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 7/22/26; Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo and Murdoch. Absent: Stohlmann. Others present: Thomas Brantley- Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction: #486 MOTION: Stohlmann moved, Dasher seconded to approve tax correction #486 as presented. Motion carried 5-0 2. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption: First Baptist Church (1) 2015 Ford F550 Pickup MOTION: DeGarmo moved, Stohlmann seconded to approve motor vehicle exemption filed by First Baptist Church. Motion carried 5-0 8:01am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Agenda, (2) Prior Meeting Minutes, (3) Claims, (4) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (5) Fees Reported MOTION: Murdoch moved, Boyle seconded to approve consent agenda as prepared. Motion carried 5-0 GENERAL CLAIMS: Accelerated Graphx $36.00 (srv) All Copy Products, Inc $412.00 (srv) Amazon Capital Services $2,953.09 (srv) American Heart Association $475.54 (sup) American Judges Association $400.00 (s …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026

2026 Candidate Filings

Cass County publishes list of candidates filing for 2026 local and state offices

This document is a static list of candidates who have filed for various political offices in Cass County, Nebraska, for the 2026 election cycle. It includes names, parties, and contact information for candidates running for county, state, federal, school board, and village positions. No decisions, votes, or policy discussions are recorded in this text.

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POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OFFICE NAME DISTRICT PARTY NAME PHONE EMAIL Federal United States Senate Federal United States House of Representatives 1 State of Nebraska Governor/Lieutenant Governor State of Nebraska Secretary of State State of Nebraska State Treasurer State of Nebraska Attorney General State of Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts State of Nebraska Legislature 2 Southeast Community College Board of Governors 2 Lower Platte South NRD Board of Directors Subdistrict 2 & At Large Nemaha NRD Board of Directors Subdistrict 2, 3 & At Large Nebraska Public Power District Board of Directors Subdivision 1 Cass County Commissioner District 2 Rep Shane L. Jensen Dem Brad Cowan Cass County Commissioner District 3 Rep Jeremy B. McHugh Dem Tanya Johnson [email protected] Cass County Assessor Rep Sasha Frye Cass County Attorney Rep Christopher Perrone Cass County Clerk Rep Gerri Draper Cass County Clerk of the District Court Rep Lora Kreifel Dem Barbara A. Wagner Cass County Treasurer Rep Kayla McGraw-Marsh Dem Autumn Jones [email protected] Cass County Register of Deeds Rep Laura Pohlmeier Cass County Sheriff Rep Robert E. Sorenson 402-804-3973 [email protected] Cass County Surveyor No Filing Cass County Public Defender Rep Julie E. Bear Cass County Weed Control Board - CITY Nick Rayer Constance Wiezorek Cass County Weed Control Board - RURAL Jerome L. Smith Ashland-Greenwood Public School Board of Education District 1 Adam M Novotny 402-709-711 …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

July 28, 2026

✓ Decided: Board approves three zoning requests and sheriff-OPPD agreement

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved three zoning requests, an indemnity agreement with OPPD, a burial assistance payment, and the consent agenda including claims and payroll. No action was taken on the zoning boundary adjustment agreement or the FY 26-27 budget. The meeting was procedural with all votes 4-0, Commissioner Stohlmann absent.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): July 28, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 7/22/26; Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo and Murdoch. Absent: Stohlmann. Others present: Thomas Brantley- Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action (Assessor): Tax List Corrections #483, 484, 485 MOTION: Murdoch moved, Dasher seconded to approve tax correction #483,484, 485 as presented. Motion carried 4-0, Stohlmann absent 2. Discuss/Action (Assessor): 2026 Cemetery Report. Non action item, board acknowledges receiving report. 8:01am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Agenda, (2) Prior Meeting Minutes, (3) Claims, (4) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (5) Fees Reported: County Clerk- Misc. $1,917.00; Zoning- Misc. $25,646.80; Register of Deeds- Preservation $2,569.00, State DOC Stamp $51,989.44, CO General DOC Stamps $14,281.36, CO General $17,466.00; Dist. Court Clerk- Misc. $3,943.79; Sheriff- Misc. $2,236.50, Mileage $3,481.29 MOTION: Dasher moved, Murdoch seconded to approve consent agenda as prepared. Motion carried 4-0, Stohlmann absent GENERAL C …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Board to consider zoning changes, budget, and sheriff's indemnity agreement

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on three zoning applications, a sheriff's indemnity agreement with OPPD, a disabled veteran tax exemption, a burial assistance request, and the FY 26-27 budget. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine items and a public hearing with no scheduled bids.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – July 28, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action (Assessor): Tax List Corrections 2. Discuss/Action (Assessor): 2026 Cemetery Report BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Announcements/Comments: CONSENT AGENDA Note: these are items that are routine which are expected to be adopted without diss …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026

2026 Candidate Filings

Cass County lists candidate filings for 2026 elections

The document provides a record of candidates who have filed for various federal, state, and local offices. It lists individuals running for county positions, school boards, city councils, and village trustees.

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POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OFFICE NAME DISTRICT PARTY NAME PHONE EMAIL Federal United States Senate Federal United States House of Representatives 1 State of Nebraska Governor/Lieutenant Governor State of Nebraska Secretary of State State of Nebraska State Treasurer State of Nebraska Attorney General State of Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts State of Nebraska Legislature 2 Southeast Community College Board of Governors 2 Lower Platte South NRD Board of Directors Subdistrict 2 & At Large Nemaha NRD Board of Directors Subdistrict 2, 3 & At Large Nebraska Public Power District Board of Directors Subdivision 1 Cass County Commissioner District 2 Rep Shane L. Jensen Dem Brad Cowan Cass County Commissioner District 3 Rep Jeremy B. McHugh Dem Tanya Johnson [email protected] Cass County Assessor Rep Sasha Frye Cass County Attorney Rep Christopher Perrone Cass County Clerk Rep Gerri Draper Cass County Clerk of the District Court Rep Lora Kreifel Dem Barbara A. Wagner Cass County Treasurer Rep Kayla McGraw-Marsh Dem Autumn Jones [email protected] Cass County Register of Deeds Rep Laura Pohlmeier Cass County Sheriff Rep Robert E. Sorenson 402-804-3973 [email protected] Cass County Surveyor No Filing Cass County Public Defender Rep Julie E. Bear Cass County Weed Control Board - CITY Nick Rayer Connie Wiezorek Cass County Weed Control Board - RURAL Jerome L. Smith Ashland-Greenwood Public School Board of Education District 1 Adam M Novotny 402-709-7112 Ky …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Board to consider liquor license and ATV-UTV ordinance

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license for Copper Dollar Ranch and a conditional use permit amendment for Rock Hill Windmill Event Center. The Board of Equalization will address tax list corrections and property valuation protests.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – July 14, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor Over/Under List 3. Discuss/Action- Review County Assessor & Referee recommendations for property valuation protest filings, chair to delegate other members of the BOE to sign …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Public hearing for new liquor license at Copper Dollar Ranch

The Cass County Board of Commissioners meets July 14, 2026, with two public hearings: a new liquor license application for Copper Dollar Ranch golf club and an amendment to a conditional use permit for Rock Hill Windmill Event Center. They will also discuss an ATV-UTV ordinance (RES 2026-08), a request to increase county contribution for recycling cost share, and a simple split zoning application. The consent agenda covers routine items such as minutes, claims, and payroll.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – July 14, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor Over/Under List 3. Discuss/Action- Review County Assessor & Referee recommendations for property valuation protest filings, chair to delegate other members of the BOE to sign …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026

July 14, 2026

✓ Decided: Board approves liquor license for Copper Dollar Ranch and zoning amendments

The Board of Commissioners approved a liquor license for Copper Dollar Ranch and a conditional use permit amendment for Rock Hill Windmill Event Center. The Board of Equalization certified property valuation protest filings and approved tax corrections. An ATV-UTV ordinance was tabled until August to ensure notice compliance.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): July 14, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 7/8/26; Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo and Murdoch. Absent: Stohlmann. Others present: Thomas Brantley- Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction #482 MOTION: Murdoch moved, Boyle seconded to approve tax correction #482 as presented. Motion carried 4-0, Stohlmann absent 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor Over/Under List MOTION: Dasher moved, Boyle seconded to approve over/under list as presented. Motion carried 4-0, Stohlmann absent 3. Discuss/Action- Review County Assessor & Referee recommendations for property valuation protest filings, chair to delegate other members of the BOE to sign protest forms as needed MOTION: DeGarmo moved, Murdoch seconded to approve recommendations as presented, authorizing other members of the board of equalization to sign protest forms as needed. Motion carried 4-0, Stohlmann absent 4. Discuss/Action- RES 2026-09 Approval and Certification of property valuation protest filings MOTION: Murdoch moved, Boyle seco …
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Fri Jul 10, 2026

2026 Candidate Filings

Cass County publishes candidate filings for 2026 elections

The document lists individuals who have filed for candidacy for federal, state, and local offices. This includes positions for county commissioners, school boards, city councils, and village trustees.

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POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OFFICE NAME DISTRICT PARTY NAME PHONE EMAIL Federal United States Senate Federal United States House of Representatives 1 State of Nebraska Governor/Lieutenant Governor State of Nebraska Secretary of State State of Nebraska State Treasurer State of Nebraska Attorney General State of Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts State of Nebraska Legislature 2 Southeast Community College Board of Governors 2 Lower Platte South NRD Board of Directors Subdistrict 2 & At Large Nemaha NRD Board of Directors Subdistrict 2, 3 & At Large Nebraska Public Power District Board of Directors Subdivision 1 Cass County Commissioner District 2 Rep Shane L. Jensen Dem Brad Cowan Cass County Commissioner District 3 Rep Jeremy B. McHugh Dem Tanya Johnson [email protected] Cass County Assessor Rep Sasha Frye Cass County Attorney Rep Christopher Perrone Cass County Clerk Rep Gerri Draper Cass County Clerk of the District Court Rep Lora Kreifel Dem Barbara A. Wagner Cass County Treasurer Rep Kayla McGraw-Marsh Dem Autumn Jones [email protected] Cass County Register of Deeds Rep Laura Pohlmeier Cass County Sheriff Rep Robert E. Sorenson 402-804-3973 [email protected] Cass County Surveyor No Filing Cass County Public Defender Rep Julie E. Bear Cass County Weed Control Board - CITY Nick Rayer Connie Wiezorek Cass County Weed Control Board - RURAL Jerome L. Smith Ashland-Greenwood Public School Board of Education District 1 Adam M Novotny 402-709-7112 Ky …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Board to ratify zoning amendments and consider sheriff facility contracts

The Cass County Board will ratify prior zoning amendments and discuss a preventative maintenance contract for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting also includes a public hearing on zoning regulations and a discussion regarding road construction bids.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – June 30, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed: Scatter Joy Acres (1) 2019 Chevy Trax 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Form 458R (Hearing) filed by G. Lamb -Appeal Notice of Reduction/Rejection Homestead Exemption BOARD OF COMMISS …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Cass County adopts ATV/UTV ordinance, awards $3.5M road bid

The Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution 2026-07, the ATV & UTV ordinance, and awarded a $3,518,087.20 construction bid to Hawkins Construction for the STWD-CBMP(10): C-13(940) project. They also approved a motor vehicle exemption for Scatter Joy Acres, granted a homestead exemption appeal, and approved a consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling $1,677,432.70. Several items were tabled, including the 108th Street discussion and Planning Commission appointments.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): June 30, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 6/24/26; Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo and Murdoch. Absent: Stohlmann. Others present: Thomas Brantley - Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed: Scatter Joy Acres (1) 2019 Chevy Trax MOTION: Stohlmann moved, Dasher seconded to approve motor vehicle exemption filed by Scatter Joy Acres as presented. Motion carried 3-0, Boyle and Murdoch absent 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Form 458R (Hearing) filed by G. Lamb -Appeal Notice of Reduction/Rejection Homestead Exemption MOTION: DeGarmo moved, Dasher seconded to grant appeal : reason medical hardship. Motion carried 3- 0, Boyle and Murdoch absent 8:00am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Agenda, (2)Prior Meeting Minutes, (3) Claims, (4) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (5) Fees Reported MOTION: moved, seconded to approve consent agenda as prepared. Motion carried 3- 0, Boyle and Murdoch absent GENERAL CLAIMS: Accelerated Graphx $72.52 (sup) Alan Muel …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026

June 30, 2026

✓ Decided: Cass County adopts ATV/UTV registration ordinance

The Cass County Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution 2026-07, establishing registration and operation rules for all-terrain and off-road utility vehicles, with a 5-0 vote. The board also awarded a $3.5 million road construction bid to Hawkins Construction, approved a motor vehicle tax exemption for Scatter Joy Acres, and granted a homestead exemption appeal based on medical hardship. Several other items were tabled, including a discussion on 108th Street completion and liquidated damages, and Planning Commission appointments.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): June 30, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 6/24/26; Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo and Murdoch. Absent: Stohlmann. Others present: Thomas Brantley - Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed: Scatter Joy Acres (1) 2019 Chevy Trax MOTION: Stohlmann moved, Dasher seconded to approve motor vehicle exemption filed by Scatter Joy Acres as presented. Motion carried 3-0, Boyle and Murdoch absent 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Form 458R (Hearing) filed by G. Lamb -Appeal Notice of Reduction/Rejection Homestead Exemption MOTION: DeGarmo moved, Dasher seconded to grant appeal : reason medical hardship. Motion carried 3- 0, Boyle and Murdoch absent 8:00am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Agenda, (2)Prior Meeting Minutes, (3) Claims, (4) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (5) Fees Reported MOTION: moved, seconded to approve consent agenda as prepared. Motion carried 3- 0, Boyle and Murdoch absent GENERAL CLAIMS: Accelerated Graphx $72.52 (sup) Alan Muel …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Board to hold public hearing on ATV and UTV ordinance

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the registration and operation of all-terrain and off-road utility vehicles. The board will also review the FY 2024-2025 audit and consider several administrative subdivision and lot change requests.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – June 16, 2026 OPEN REGULAR MEETING, ROLL CALL, OPEN MEETINGS ACT NOTICE & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed: Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Inc. (1) 2025 Bravo Trailer First Baptist Church (1) 2011 Ford E 350 The Nebraska Masonic Home (1) Ford Transit T-150 …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026

June 16, 2026

✓ Decided: Cass County Board tables ATV ordinance, road bid; approves zoning changes

The Cass County Board of Commissioners met on June 16, 2026, and approved the consent agenda, including claims and payroll totaling over $1.27 million. The board tabled a decision on a construction bid for a road project and a proposed ATV/UTV ordinance until the June 30 meeting. It approved several zoning requests, a GIS funding request, and authorized the cancellation of the county's toll-free number.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): June 16, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 6/10/26. Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo and Murdoch. Absent: Stohlmann. Others present: Thomas Brantley - Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed: Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Inc. (1) 2025 Bravo Trailer; First Baptist Church (1) 2011 Ford E 350; The Nebraska Masonic Home (1) Ford Transit T-150 MOTION: Boyle moved, Dasher seconded to approve motor vehicle exemption filed by the Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Inc., First Baptist Church and The Nebraska Masonic Home. Motion carried 4 -0, Stohlmann absent 8:00am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Agenda, (2)Prior Meeting Minutes, (3) Claims, (4) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (5) Fees Reported: County Clerk - Misc. $ 1,547.94; Register of Deeds - Preservation $2,258.00, NE DOC Stamps $43,690.06, CO General DOC Stamps $12,001.54, County General $14,871.50; Zoning - Misc. $15,307.44; District Court -Misc. $ 3,881.80; Sheriff - Mileage $4,195 …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Cass County Commissioners to hear zoning cases and road agreement

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for Quade Kennels and discuss a proposed zoning amendment for battery energy storage systems. The board will also consider reimbursement requests, zoning splits, and a road improvement agreement for 42nd Street.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – June 2, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the board room. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Over/Under List 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction – 481 3. Non-Action item- Assessor 3yr Plan of Assessment 4. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed: The Nebraska Masonic Home …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026

June 2, 2026

✓ Decided: Cass County approves BESS zoning amendment and kennel permit

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a zoning amendment adding Section 8.26 for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and a conditional use permit for Quade Kennels, a dog hunting facility. The board also approved multiple property splits, boundary adjustments, a motor vehicle tax exemption, and the consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling over $1.25 million. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner DeGarmo absent, except the motor vehicle exemption which passed 5-0.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): June 16, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Sarpy County Times 5/27/26. Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, Stohlmann and Murdoch. Absent: DeGarmo. Others present: Thomas Brantley - Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Over/Under List MOTION: Murdoch moved, Dasher seconded to approve over/under list as presented. Motion carried 4 -0, DeGarmo absent 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction – 481 MOTION: Murdoch moved, Stohlmann seconded to approve tax correction 481 as presented. Motion carried 4 -0, DeGarmo absent 3. Non-Action item- Assessor 3yr Plan of Assessment. Report only no action taken 4. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed: The Nebraska Masonic Home : (1) 2016 Ford Super Duty, (1) 2017 Chevy Malibu, (1) 2017 Eldorado Aerotech Ford, (1) 2023 Karavan KHD and Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries: (36) Vehicles MOTION: Murdoch moved, Boyle seconded to approve motor vehicle exemption as filed by the Nebraska Masonic Home and Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor ministries. Motion carried 5 …
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Tue May 19, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Board to vote on contract changes with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #20

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda, a public hearing on a conditional use permit amendment, and multiple action items including a contract change with the Fraternal Order of Police. The board will also discuss a lease agreement with Pitney Bowes, a GIS partnership with CivQuest, and a boundary adjustment.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – May 19, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax roll correction(s): 479, 480 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Announcements/Comments: CONSENT AGENDA Note: these are items that are routine which are expected to be adopted without dissent. Items are automatically approved w …
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Tue May 5, 2026

Board of Commissioners Meetings Agendas

Public hearings on 3 zoning amendments, transit fare increase considered

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on three proposed zoning regulation amendments (Z 2026-07, Z 2026-08, Z 2026-09), open a bid for a 2026 lowboy trailer, and discuss a requested increase in Cass County Transit Service fares. The board will also consider a funding request from CASA, a cost-share for 108th Street guardrails with Ash Grove, and a local review of a liquor license amendment for Lofte Community Theatre.

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• Public Input & Comments is limited to sixty (60) minutes in duration and each speaker is limited to two (2) minutes. These time limits may be extended at the discretion of the County Board Chair The Cass County Board of Commissioners Meetings are held in Room 101 - 346 Main Street, Plattsmouth NE 68048 Notice of this meeting was publicized per statute and is available online at www.casscountyne.gov Agendas are kept continually current, subject to change to include emergency items and are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk. The Board res erves the right to rearrange agenda items and may discuss one or more items in closed session as allowed under Neb. Rev. Stat. §84 -1410. No votes are taken during a closed session. PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING - THANK YOU Gerri Draper-County Clerk FINAL AGENDA – May 5, 2026 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Notice: A copy of the ‘Nebraska Open Meetings Act’ is located on the north wall of the County Board Room . Copies of meeting exhibits provided to the county clerk prior to the meeting are available for public viewing and are located next to the east door of the boardroom. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Exemption application (Form 451) filed by Berean Fundamental Church of Plattsmouth (Plattsmouth Bible Church) 2. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemptions filed: YMCA of Lincoln (1) 2020 Chevrolet Pickup BOARD OF …
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Tue Apr 21, 2026

April 21, 2026

✓ Decided: Board denies two event center conditional use permits over safety concerns

The Cass County Board of Commissioners denied two conditional use permits for outdoor event centers (Hacienda Barajas and American Dream Developers) citing safety concerns, despite planning commission recommendations. The board also approved $105,000 in tourism capital improvement grants, several zoning changes, and a $38,609 pickup purchase. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including consent agenda, claims, and tax-related actions.

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES (PENDING APPROVAL): April 21, 2026 Pending minutes will not be approved until the next Board meeting and are subject to change. Approved minutes are available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk during normal business hours. Publication: Omaha World Hearld 4/16/26. Members Present: Dasher, Boyle, DeGarmo, Murdoch and Stohlmann. Others present: Thomas Brantley- Deputy County Attorney, Gerri Draper-County Clerk 8:00am- Chairman called meeting to order; gave notice of Open Meetings Act & Led Pledge of Allegiance CONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 1. Discuss/Action- (Treasurer) Motor Vehicle Exemption (Form 457) filed by: Scatter Joy Acres Inc.: (1) 1993 Horse Trailer, (1) 2013 Chevy Silverado, (1) 2018 Chevy Silverado, (1) 2022 Horse Trailer The Nebraska Masonic Home: (1) 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Limited MOTION: Murdoch moved, Dasher seconded to approve motor vehicle exemptions as presented. Motion carried 5 -0 2. Discuss/Action- (Assessor) Tax List Correction: No.478 MOTION: Murdoch moved, Boyle seconded to approve correction No. 478 as presented. Motion carried 5-0 8:02am CONVENE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSENT AGENDA: (1) Prior Meeting Minutes, (2) Claims, (3) Payroll/Time Balance Reports and (4) F ees Reported: County Clerk-Misc. $1,758.00; Zoning-Misc. $15,902.52; Register of Deeds-Preservation $2,183.00, State DOC Stamps $36,557.32, Co General DOC Stamps $10,042.20, Co General $15,174.00; …
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🌐 County-level context (Cass County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Business establishments615 (4,687 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,261/mo (100 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy10.4% (low numeracy 17% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.499
All kids
0.483

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