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Papillion public meetings in 2021

52 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 21, 2021

City Council

Council to consider rezoning and liquor license applications

The Papillion City Council will review several resolutions, including a rezoning request for multi-family residential use at Turkey and Schram Roads. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a Class 'C' liquor license for Olive Garden Italian Restaurant.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Schram 108 subdivision, sewer/water agreements

The Papillion City Council approved the Schram 108 subdivision and related sewer/water connection agreements, with Councilmember Sunde voting no on all three items. The council also approved a Class C liquor license for a new Olive Garden at Shadow Lake, 2022 trash hauling permits, and a ward boundary redefinition based on 2020 Census data. All other agenda items, including claims and various resolutions, were approved unanimously.

Wed Dec 15, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review final plats for Prairie Queen Phase 3 and Highway 370 mixed-use development

The Papillion Planning Commission will consider two final plats and one preliminary plat at its December 15, 2021 meeting. The final plats are for Prairie Queen (Phase 3) and Highway 370 Mixed-Use Development, and the preliminary plat is for Steel Ridge South (Phases 2-3). The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves three plats for Papillion developments

The Papillion Planning Commission recommended approval of three plats: the Prairie Queen (Phase 3) Final Plat, the Highway 370 Mixed-Use Development Final Plat, and the Steel Ridge South (Phases 2-3) Preliminary Plat. All approvals were contingent upon resolution of staff comments and passed unanimously (5-0). The commission also approved the agenda and the November 17, 2021 minutes.

Wed Dec 15, 2021

City Council

City Council to consider redefining ward boundaries

The Papillion City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a second reading of Ordinance 1957. This ordinance proposes changing ward boundaries based on 2020 Census data.

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✓ Decided: Council holds public hearing on ward boundary changes

The Papillion City Council met and approved the consent agenda, which included the meeting minutes from December 7, 2021. A public hearing was held for Ordinance 1957, which would redefine ward boundaries based on 2020 Census data, but no action was taken on the ordinance during this meeting. The meeting adjourned shortly after the hearing.

Mon Dec 13, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Library board to review policies, pick education topic, designate secretary

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, a director's report, and old business including policy reviews and selection of a continuing education topic. The board will also designate a secretary. The agenda is largely procedural with no major funding or construction items.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves agenda, minutes, and secretary designation

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors met on December 13, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 15, 2021 meeting. The board also designated Rachel Buckwalter as Library Board Secretary following the departure of Pat Houser. No new business or substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

Tue Dec 7, 2021

City Council

Council to consider ward boundary changes from 2020 Census

The Papillion City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, a first reading of a ward redistricting ordinance based on 2020 Census data, and several resolutions including a revised preliminary plat, opioid settlement participation, and a liquor license approval. The agenda also includes final payments for two construction projects and a new council president election.

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✓ Decided: Council approves opioid settlement participation, ward redistricting introduced

The Papillion City Council approved participation in national opioid settlements with Johnson & Johnson, McKesson, Cardinal Health, and AmerisourceBergen, and approved a revised preliminary plat for R & R Commerce Park South. The council also elected Councilmember Engberg as City Council President and approved a liquor license manager change. A first reading was held for a ward redistricting ordinance, with further readings scheduled for December 15 and 21.

Wed Nov 17, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider Sarpy West Industrial plat, zoning, permit

The Papillion Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three related requests for the Sarpy West Industrial project at the southwest corner of S 156th St and Schram Rd. The applicant, Hubbell Realty c/o Matt Weller, seeks preliminary plat approval, a change of zone from AG Agricultural to LI Limited Industrial, and a large project special use permit. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the October 27, 2021 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Sarpy West Industrial project

The Papillion Planning Commission recommended approval of all three applications for the Sarpy West Industrial project at the SW corner of S 156th Street and Schram Road, each contingent on resolving staff comments. The preliminary plat, change of zone from AG Agricultural to L Limited Industrial, and large project special use permit were each approved by a 7-0 roll call vote. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the October 27, 2021 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Nov 16, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on annexation, zoning changes, and Black Elk Industrial plat

The Papillion City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including annexation and detachment of real estate, zoning map changes, a budget amendment, and a final plat for the Black Elk Industrial site. Public hearings will be held for a special use permit for commercial recreation at 841 Tara Plz and an amendment to the 370 North Mixed Use Development Agreement. The agenda also includes consent items for claims, a street improvement bid, and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves annexation, zoning changes, and $3.79M in claims

The Papillion City Council approved a consent agenda including $3,792,623 in claims and a $214,061 street improvement bid, plus several ordinances and resolutions. These included annexing real estate (ORD. 1946), adopting zoning map changes (ORD. 1947, 1949), detaching property (ORD. 1948), rezoning land at S 132nd St and HWY 370 from AG to LI (ORD. 1952), amending the FY2021/2022 budget (ORD. 1956), and approving a final plat for the Black Elk Industrial site. The council also approved a special use permit for Elegant Edge Events, a second amendment to the 370 North development agreement, a fireworks license, and Hwy 50 speed limit adjustments. All votes were 7-0 with Councilmember Mumgaard absent.

Mon Nov 15, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Library board to review code of conduct policy, set 2022 meeting dates

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear the library director's report, and take action on several items. These include amending the Code of Conduct Policy, setting 2022 meeting dates, and designating a board secretary. The board will also discuss strategic planning and receive administrative reports.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves amended Code of Conduct policy

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors approved an amendment to the Code of Conduct policy, adding two new lines. The board also approved the 2022 meeting dates with changes, moving November 14th and December 12th to new dates. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Steve Kryger absent.

Fri Nov 12, 2021

City Council

City Council to consider liquor license for Wall to Wall Wine & Spirits

The Papillion City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and vote on a Class “C” liquor license. The resolution also includes a manager application for the business located at 7651 Towne Center Pkwy.

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✓ Decided: Council approves liquor license for Wall to Wall Wine & Spirits

The Papillion City Council approved a Class C liquor license for Wall to Wall LLC, doing business as Wall to Wall Wine & Spirits at 7651 Towne Center Pkwy, along with a manager application for Rob A Reif. The vote was unanimous among the seven members present, with Councilmember Sunde absent. The council also approved the consent agenda and adjourned.

Tue Nov 2, 2021

City Council

Papillion City Council to consider zoning changes and a $524,041 paving contract

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding land annexation, detachment, and zoning map updates. The agenda also includes a contract extension for city-wide paving repairs and various development requests.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Highway 370 mixed-use preliminary plat despite resident concerns

The Papillion City Council approved the preliminary plat for the Highway 370 Mixed-Use Development (RES. R21-0207) with one abstention, after a public hearing where residents raised concerns about traffic, water runoff, and the proposed Valley Rd and Harrison St extensions. The council also approved a rezoning for the same development (ORD. 1954) and a change of zone for Ashbury Hills (ORD. 1955). A motion to reconsider a street extension survey (RES. R21-0213) passed, and the original survey contract (RES. R21-0192) was approved after an amendment to fund a traffic study failed.

Wed Oct 27, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review final plat, special use permit, and two development agreement amendments

The Papillion Planning Commission will consider a final plat for Black Elk Industrial, a special use permit for commercial recreation at The Fireside, and amendments to two mixed-use development agreements (370 North and Shadow Lake Square). These items are up for approval or discussion at the October 27, 2021 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of four development requests

The Papillion Planning Commission recommended approval of a final plat for Black Elk Industrial, a special use permit for The Fireside event center, and amendments to two mixed-use development agreements (370 North and Shadow Lake Square). All votes were unanimous (6-0). The commission also approved the agenda and the previous meeting's minutes.

Mon Oct 25, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Papillion Library Board to discuss Code of Conduct Policy

The Board of Advisors will review the library's Code of Conduct Policy and participate in a strategic planning discussion. The meeting also includes routine reports on finances and correspondence.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves Code of Conduct policy update

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors approved the Code of Conduct Policy after review. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from the August meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and announcements.

Tue Oct 19, 2021

City Council

Papillion City Council to consider several zoning changes and annexations

The City Council will review multiple ordinances regarding land annexation, detachment, and zoning map updates. The agenda also includes public hearings for new liquor licenses, a special use permit for body art services, and various development plats.

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✓ Decided: Council approves preliminary plats, liquor licenses, and lease; tables street survey

The City Council approved two preliminary plats (Belterra Phase 2 and Black Elk Industrial), two liquor licenses (Sushi Karma tabled, Mas Chingon approved), a special use permit for body art services, and a public property lease with an amended fee. A resolution for a topographic survey for street extensions was tabled and then failed. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, including annexation, zoning map updates, and a budget amendment.

Tue Oct 5, 2021

City Council

Council to weigh industrial, residential rezoning and fee changes

The Papillion City Council is meeting to consider several zoning changes, including an agricultural-to-industrial rezoning near S 132 St and HWY 370, and an agricultural-to-multiple-family rezoning at S 114 St and Schram Rd. They will also hold public hearings on a trash enclosure regulation amendment and a commercial/residential rezoning at 72 St & Schram Rd, plus vote on a final plat and special use permit for Gold Coast Heights. Other actions include approving a water meter replacement program, amending the Master Fee Schedule for EMS, PUD, and water fees, and approving PACE financing for The Venue at Werner Park Phase II.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Gold Coast Heights apartments, water meter program

The Papillion City Council approved a final plat and special use permit for the Gold Coast Heights Replat 2 project, allowing multiple-family residential development on property northwest of Bristol St and W Gold Coast Rd, with the applicant name amended to 86 & 370 Group, LLC. The council also passed an ordinance establishing a residential water meter replacement program, including an opt-out fee, after a motion to remove the fee failed. Several other items were approved, including zoning changes, a street vacation, PACE financing, and salary range amendments.

Wed Sep 29, 2021

Planning Commission

Papillion Planning Commission to consider Ashbury Hills Phase 3 rezoning and annexation

The Papillion Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including a request to rezone Ashbury Hills Phase 3 from agricultural to multiple-family residential with a PUD overlay, and to amend related development agreements. They will also consider a special use permit for a body art service, a preliminary plat for Steel Ridge South, and several ordinances related to annexation and detachment of land. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and minutes from August 25, 2021.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Ashbury Hills Phase 3 development

The Papillion Planning Commission recommended approval of the Ashbury Hills Phase 3 development, including a final plat, change of zone, and amendments to development agreements. The commission also recommended approval of a special use permit for a tattoo shop, annexation and detachment ordinances, and continued hearings on the Steel Ridge South industrial project.

Mon Sep 27, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Library board to review Code of Conduct policy and strategic planning video

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors is meeting to approve the agenda and August minutes, hear the library director's report, and discuss old business including a Code of Conduct policy review and a strategic planning video. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or financial actions detailed in the agenda.

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Tue Sep 21, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on Gold Coast Heights replat, special use permit, and liquor license

The Papillion City Council is meeting to consider consent items, ordinances, and resolutions. Key actions include a final plat and special use permit for Gold Coast Heights, a liquor license for The Fireside, and reconsideration of zoning amendments. The council will also set salary ranges and establish COVID-19 paid sick leave.

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✓ Decided: Council tables Gold Coast Heights replat, special use permit, and related ordinances to Oct. 5

The City Council tabled a final plat for Gold Coast Heights Replat 2 (RES. R21-0178), a special use permit for multi-family residential (RES. R21-0179), and two related right-of-way vacation/conveyance ordinances (ORD. 1943 and ORD. 1944) to the October 5, 2021 meeting, all by 6-0 votes. The council approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $2,541,975.25 and a $698,995.55 final payment to McAnany Construction. It also approved a Class I liquor license for Elegant Edge Events LLC d/b/a The Fireside, salary ranges for management/exempt positions, and COVID-19 paid sick leave for employees. Two ordinances (ORD. 1912 and ORD. 1923) were approved as amended to correct typographical errors.

Thu Sep 16, 2021

Limited Community Redevelopment Authority

Papillion LCRA to consider amending downtown redevelopment plan and approving Phase 2 developer solicitation

The Limited Community Redevelopment Authority is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss the Downtown Papillion Redevelopment Area. Key actions include amending the redevelopment plan for Phase 1 of city-owned property and approving a draft invitation for redevelopment proposals (IFRP) for Phase 2 of city-owned parcels. The agenda also includes a presentation on scoring criteria and next steps for developer selection.

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✓ Decided: LCRA directs staff to amend Downtown Papillion Redevelopment Plan for Phase 1

The Limited Community Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) voted to direct city staff to amend the Downtown Papillion Redevelopment Plan to include project-specific redevelopment information and a cost-benefit analysis for Phase 1 of city-owned property. The authority also approved the draft Invitation for Redevelopment Proposals (IFRP) for Phase 2 of city-owned parcels, authorizing staff to make minor amendments and publish the finalized IFRP at the director's discretion. All votes were unanimous among the four members present; three members were absent.

Tue Sep 7, 2021

City Council

Council to set 2021-22 property tax request and approve budget

The Papillion City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2021-2022 property tax request and budget, along with several other items. The agenda includes consent items, ordinance readings, and resolutions on topics like street vacations, a special use permit for storage, and a reasonable accommodation policy. The meeting is a regular session with both routine approvals and significant financial decisions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY2021-22 budget, property tax request

The City Council approved the FY2021-2022 budget (ORD. 1937) as amended, including a staff amendment that adjusts fire capital expenditures and allocations, and a 1% increase to the LID (restricted funds authority). The council also approved setting the 2021-2022 property tax request (RES. R21-0172). All votes were unanimous.

Wed Aug 25, 2021

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Belterra Phase 3 plat, zone change

The Papillion Planning Commission recommended approval of the Belterra (Phase 3) final plat, revised preliminary plat, and change of zone, all contingent on staff comments and City Council approval of requested waivers. The commission also recommended approval of the R & R Commerce Park South final plat and revised preliminary plat. Public hearings for the Sarpy West Industrial preliminary plat, change of zone, and special use permit were continued to a later date.

Mon Aug 23, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Papillion Library Board to discuss budget highlights and conduct policy

The Board of Advisors will review the FY2021-2022 budget highlights and discuss the Code of Conduct Policy. The meeting also includes reports on library finances and communications.

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✓ Decided: Library board discusses Code of Conduct revisions, budget

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors met on August 23, 2021, and approved the agenda and minutes from the July 26 meeting. They discussed proposed revisions to the Code of Conduct policy, which will be compared with the Recreation Department's policy and reviewed again next month. The board also noted the FY2021-2022 budget will have a third reading before the City Council on September 7, and that the library will add one full-time staff member at the Digital Library. No final decisions were made on these items.

Tue Aug 17, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Council holds FY2021/2022 budget hearing, no public comment

The City Council held a public hearing for the FY2021/2022 budget (Ordinance 1937) as required by state law. No members of the public spoke, and the hearing was closed. The council did not vote on the budget at this meeting; it was a second reading and public hearing only.

Tue Aug 17, 2021

City Council

Papillion Council considers $6 million in bonds and new road plans

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding bond issuances for water and highway allocation. The meeting also includes public hearings for the 2021-2027 road plan and a liquor license application.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2021-2027 road plan despite resident opposition

The City Council approved the One- and Six-Year Road Plan for 2021-2027, which includes funding for extensions of N Beadle St, N Osage St, and E Third St. Residents spoke against those three projects, and a petition was submitted, but the resolution passed unanimously. The council also approved two bond ordinances for water and highway refunding, a liquor license, and several development agreements.

Tue Aug 3, 2021

City Council

Papillion council to vote on budgets, street vacation, and liquor license

The Papillion City Council is meeting to consider consent items, budget ordinances, street-related actions, and several resolutions. Key items include approving the FY2021-2022 budget, vacating and renaming part of Conestoga Road, and approving a liquor license manager.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda, RV parking ordinance advances

The Papillion City Council approved the consent agenda, including claims and a final payment for the 132nd St and Cornhusker Rd intersection project. It also passed resolutions for a PVFD monument installation and a liquor license manager change. Public hearings were held on ordinances regarding RV parking, building code amendments, and patio regulations, with no final votes taken on those items.

Wed Jul 28, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review industrial rezoning, final plat, trash enclosure rules

The Papillion Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat and a zone change from agricultural to limited industrial for the Black Elk Industrial site near S 132nd St and Highway 370, a final plat for the Schram 108 subdivision, a text amendment for residential trash enclosures, and an ordinance adopting updated building codes. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the June 30 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Black Elk Industrial plat, zone change

The Papillion Planning Commission recommended approval of the Black Elk Industrial preliminary plat and change of zone from AG Agricultural to LI Limited Industrial for property at the NW corner of S 132nd Street and HWY 370, both with 6-0 votes. It also recommended approval of the Schram 108 (Phase 1) final plat for 153 lots. The commission denied a proposed ordinance amendment to allow residential trash enclosures in front yards, with a 2-4 vote on the main motion. It also recommended approval of Ordinance No. 1934, the 2021 building code update.

Mon Jul 26, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Library board to review Code of Conduct policy

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily covering routine approvals and reports. The main substantive item is a review of the library's Code of Conduct policy as part of old business, along with a continuing education video and discussion for board members.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves agenda, minutes; reviews code of conduct draft

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors met July 26, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda and the June 28, 2021 minutes, both by unanimous roll-call votes. The board reviewed a draft of the revised Code of Conduct policy, with discussion scheduled for the August meeting. No new business or substantive decisions were made beyond the approvals.

Tue Jul 20, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on Ashbury Hills rezoning and development agreements

The Papillion City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a major rezoning and development agreements for the Ashbury Hills project, as well as an amended mixed-use agreement for Gold Coast Heights. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances on parking, building codes, and patios, plus a consent agenda with routine approvals.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Ashbury Hills rezoning and preliminary plat

The Papillion City Council approved a revised preliminary plat and rezoning for the Ashbury Hills development, changing land use from agricultural to multiple-family residential and mixed use. The council also approved related agreements, including a mixed-use development agreement amendment and a final plat for Phase 2. All votes were unanimous among the six present councilmembers, with two absent.

Tue Jul 6, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on Hy-Vee liquor license and hazard mitigation plan

The Papillion City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Class C liquor license for Hy-Vee Wall to Wall Wine & Spirits, adopt the 2021 Papio-Missouri River NRD hazard mitigation plan update, and consider several resolutions including a lease agreement with Fitch, Inc. and a street vacation request from Sarpy County. The consent agenda includes routine approvals, claims, and a fund for American Rescue Plan Act money.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Hy-Vee liquor license, hazard plan, and road vacation

The Papillion City Council approved a Class C liquor license for Hy-Vee Wall to Wall Wine & Spirits at 7651 Towne Center Pkwy, adopted the 2021 Papio-Missouri River NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, approved the Fourth Amendment to the Titan Springs Subdivision Agreement, and approved Sarpy County's request to vacate Turkey Road right-of-way. All votes were unanimous (8-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, which included claims totaling $4,084,078.46 and several resolutions, and introduced an ordinance to amend street vacation rules.

Wed Jun 30, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review final plats, zone changes, and development agreements

The Papillion Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several development-related items, including final plats for commercial and residential projects, a revised preliminary plat, development agreement amendments, a zone change, and a zoning code amendment regarding patio setbacks. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of 6 development plats and agreements

The Papillion Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of all six items before it, including three final plats, a revised preliminary plat, two mixed-use development agreements, a zone change, and a patio setback text amendment. All votes were 9-0. The commission also re-elected Rebecca Hoch as chairperson and John E. Robinson III as vice chairperson.

Mon Jun 28, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Papillion library board to review policies, summer reading program

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors is meeting to handle routine approvals and hear the library director's report. They will discuss recurring policy reviews, continuing education, and the summer reading program, with no major decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Papillion Library Board approves agenda, minutes; no major decisions

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors met on June 28, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 24, 2021 meeting. No new business was discussed, and no other formal decisions were made. The board selected 'Policies and Strategic Planning' as the July continuing education topic.

Tue Jun 15, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on special use permits, liquor licenses, and community center contract

The Papillion City Council will hold public hearings and votes on several special use permits, including auto sales at 1210 Royal Dr and a cocktail lounge at 123 N Washington St, as well as liquor license applications. They will also consider a contract modification for the Papillion Community Center and Fieldhouse, an interlocal agreement with La Vista, and other routine items. The agenda includes consent items and administrative reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $4.2M in claims, new liquor licenses, and community center contract changes

The Papillion City Council approved the consent agenda, including $4,227,544.06 in claims, and passed all resolutions on the agenda. This included approving a special use permit for an auto sales lot at 1210 Royal Dr, a cocktail lounge at 123 N Washington St, and a Class D liquor license for Speedee Mart 2885. The council also approved a contract modification for the Papillion Community Center and Fieldhouse to add two softball fields and extend the contract period.

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Tue Jun 1, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on COVID-19 policy rescission, language access plan, salary ranges

The Papillion City Council will consider several resolutions, including rescinding a prior COVID-19 policy for sports and recreation, adopting a Language Access Plan, and setting salary ranges for management positions. The consent agenda includes routine approvals like claims, transportation contracts, and liquor licenses.

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✓ Decided: Council tables HWY 50 speed limit change, sends to committee

The Papillion City Council approved the consent agenda except for two items, tabled a resolution to adjust HWY 50 speed limits, and approved a fire inspection database agreement. They also passed resolutions on COVID-19 recreational policies, a Language Access Plan, and salary ranges for management positions. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

Wed May 26, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh special use permits, RV parking rule, parks and road plans

The Papillion Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several special use permits, including a multi-family residential development, an auto sales lot, and a cocktail lounge. They will also consider an ordinance amendment on RV parking, the 2021 Parks Plan, and the One & Six Year Road Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and ratification of past motions.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Gold Coast Heights replat and special use permit

The Papillion Planning Commission recommended approval of the Gold Coast Heights Replat 2 final plat and a special use permit for a multi-family residential project, both by 8-0 votes. It also recommended approval of special use permits for auto sales at 1210 Royal Dr and a cocktail lounge at Twisted Vine, and approved the 2021 Parks Plan and One & Six Year Road Plan. A proposed RV parking ordinance amendment failed on a 2-6 vote.

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Mon May 24, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Papillion Library Board to discuss COVID-19 service plans and summer reading

The Board of Advisors will review library service adjustments related to COVID-19 and discuss the upcoming Summer Reading Program. The meeting also includes a financial report and updates on future policy reviews.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves agenda, minutes; hears reports

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors met and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 26, 2021 meeting, both by unanimous vote. The board received reports from the Library Director, including financial and operational updates, and discussed COVID-19 service adjustments, including ending quarantine of returned materials and reopening the North meeting room. No new business was considered, and no substantive policy decisions were made.

Tue May 18, 2021

City Council

Council to appoint new police chief, approve budget amendments

The Papillion City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including appointing Christiaan Whitted as Chief of Police, amending the fiscal budget, and approving the Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency's FY2021-2022 budget. They will also vote on special liquor licenses for events and amendments to fireworks retail licenses.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $3.39M in claims and several resolutions

The Papillion City Council approved the consent agenda, including $3,392,323.02 in claims, and passed all resolutions and ordinances on the agenda. Notable actions included approving the Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency's FY2021-2022 budget, calling $790,000 in Highway Allocation Fund bonds, and appointing Christiaan Whitted as Chief of Police. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with Councilmember Kluch absent.

Tue May 4, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning for apartments near Turkey and Schram roads

The Papillion City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a preliminary plat for a multi-family residential development by Celebrity Homes at the southwest corner of Turkey and Schram roads, following a related rezoning ordinance. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a liquor license patio addition, street right-of-way dedication, and an interlocal jail agreement with Sarpy County and neighboring cities.

✓ Decided: Council approves 86-acre R-4 rezoning and preliminary plat for Schram 108

The council approved a change of zone from AG to R-4 for 86 acres at Turkey and Schram Roads (ORD. 1927) and the preliminary plat for the same property (RES. R21-0076), both on 6-1 votes with Councilmember Sunde dissenting. It also approved a consent agenda including $2.6 million in claims, a liquor license patio addition, several road and parking policies, and an interlocal jail agreement. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a closed session for pending litigation.

Wed Apr 28, 2021

Planning Commission

Rezoning and preliminary plat requests for Oak Leaf development

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Oak Leaf project located at the southeast corner of S 72nd St and Capehart Rd. The items include a request for a preliminary plat and a change of zone from Agricultural to Multiple Family Residential and Community Commercial.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission continues Oak Leaf plat and rezoning hearings

The Papillion Planning Commission met via Zoom and approved the agenda and prior minutes. Both the preliminary plat (PP-20-0006) and change of zone (CZ-20-0011) requests for the Oak Leaf project were continued to a later date at the applicant's request, with no public opposition. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Apr 26, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Library board to review COVID-19 response and summer reading program

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors will meet to approve the agenda and March minutes, hear the library director's report, and discuss old and new business. Key items include the library's COVID-19 service adjustments, future policy reviews, and the Summer Reading Program. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or contracts listed.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves agenda, minutes; hears summer reading plans

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors met and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 22, 2021 meeting, both by unanimous vote of the three members present. The board received reports on finances, library operations, and summer reading program plans, but took no other formal actions.

Tue Apr 20, 2021

City Council

Council to consider budget amendment, fireworks insurance, and industrial park plats

The Papillion City Council will hold its regular meeting, including consent agenda approval, first readings of two ordinances, and resolutions for a subdivision agreement amendment and final plat approval for the Highway 370 Industrial Park. The council will also hear administrative reports and may enter closed session for litigation, personnel, or negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Highway 370 Industrial Park subdivision and final plat

The Papillion City Council approved the final plat for the Highway 370 Industrial Park (Scannell Properties) and the related subdivision agreement, both unanimously. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $3,154,969.68, and introduced two ordinances on first reading. No public opposition was raised on any item.

Tue Apr 6, 2021

City Council

Council to consider $9M bond refunding and zoning change for apartments

The Papillion City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a change of zone for a multi-family residential development, the issuance of refunding bonds, and various agreements and plats. The meeting includes consent agenda items, public hearings, and a possible closed session.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $9M refunding bonds, fire aid agreements, and intersection bid

The Papillion City Council approved a consent agenda including a $269,888.83 bid for the 132nd St and Cornhusker Rd intersection improvements, automatic aid agreements with Ralston and Omaha fire departments, and appointments to the Police Retirement Committee. The council also approved ordinances authorizing up to $9 million in General Obligation Refunding Bonds and up to $2 million in Highway Allocation Refunding Bonds, waiving second and third readings. A resolution to extend COVID-19 emergency paid sick leave for employees was approved. The council approved a final plat for the R&R Commerce Park Phase 4 and a subdivision agreement amendment, despite a failed motion to delay a temporary access point on Gold Coast Rd.

Wed Mar 31, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission holds public hearings for Highway 370 Mixed-Use Development rezoning and plat

The Papillion Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Highway 370 Mixed-Use Development project. The agenda includes a request for a preliminary plat and a change of zone from AG Agricultural to MU Mixed Use for property at the NW corner of S 84th St and HWY 370. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom in compliance with social distancing guidelines.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Highway 370 Mixed-Use Development

The Papillion Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the preliminary plat and change of zone for the Highway 370 Mixed-Use Development, a 120-acre project at the northwest corner of S 84th Street and HWY 370. The recommendations are contingent upon resolution of staff comments. The commission also approved the agenda and the February 24, 2021 minutes.

Mon Mar 22, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Library board to review COVID-19 response, digital hours

The Sump Memorial Library Board of Advisors is meeting to approve the agenda and February minutes, hear the library director's report, and discuss old and new business. Key discussion items include the library's COVID-19 service adjustments and plans, future policy reviews, board continuing education, and digital library hours. The meeting is largely routine, with no major funding or construction decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves agenda, minutes; discusses reopening plans

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors met on March 22, 2021, and approved the agenda and the February minutes as amended. The board discussed the library's COVID-19 response, including plans to open meeting rooms and the Friends of the Library Bookstore on April 5, and agreed with proposed new hours for the Digital Library starting May 1. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

Tue Mar 16, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on zoning changes, golf car purchases, and industrial park plats

The Papillion City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including amendments to zoning and street regulations, approval of golf car purchases and leases, and a preliminary plat and special use permit for the Highway 370 Industrial Park. Public hearings will be held for the industrial park items. The agenda also includes routine consent items and proclamations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2021 fireworks permits, passes amended ordinance

The City Council approved an amended fireworks ordinance (ORD. 1926) that clarifies who can work at fireworks stands and requires an affidavit of compliance, and then approved issuing 2021 summer fireworks permits to six named organizations. A separate ordinance (ORD. 1925) that would have tied permit numbers to population and created a scoring process failed after amendments. The council also approved several zoning and parking regulation changes, golf course equipment purchases, and a preliminary plat for an industrial park.

Tue Mar 2, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on special use permit for multi-family housing at 1409 E Gold Coast Rd

The Papillion City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for multiple-family residential use at 1409 E Gold Coast Rd, and will consider several zoning and code amendments, including off-street parking, driveway regulations, and fireworks permits. The consent agenda includes a $155,042 contract for a wellfield electrical upgrade and reappointments to the Tree Board.

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✓ Decided: Council approves special use permit for 38-unit apartment conversion at Liberty Lodge

The City Council approved a special use permit allowing Multiple-Family Residential use at 1409 E Gold Coast Rd, where the applicant plans to convert motel rooms into 38 long-term lease apartments. The approval is contingent on the related zoning ordinance (ORD. 1924) passing at the March 16 meeting. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $155,042 contract for wellfield electrical upgrades, and passed resolutions for right-of-way acquisitions and a subdivision agreement amendment.

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Tue Mar 2, 2021

Municipal Facilities Corporation

Papillion facilities board to transfer Western Hills and Schwer Recreation Area properties to city

The Municipal Facilities Corporation is meeting to approve the transfer of two properties to the City of Papillion: one in the Western Hills subdivision and the Schwer Recreation Area. They will also approve the agenda, minutes from the December 2020 meeting, and a biennial report for the Secretary of State. The meeting is largely procedural, with no other substantive items.

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Wed Feb 24, 2021

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Bellino at Cornhusker mixed-use project

The Commission recommended approval of the Bellino at Cornhusker preliminary plat and change of zone, allowing a mixed-use development with up to 600 residential units and commercial space near S 96th St and Cornhusker Rd. It also recommended approval of the Schram 108 preliminary plat and change of zone for 267 single-family homes, and the Olson Drive change of zone for a car wash and apartments. All recommendations are contingent on resolving staff comments.

Mon Feb 22, 2021

Board of Trustees of Sump Memorial Library

Library board to review COVID-19 response and meeting room policy

The Sump Memorial Library Board of Advisors will meet to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear the Library Director's report, and discuss old and new business. Key items include reviewing the library's COVID-19 response, approving the Meeting Room Policy, designating a board secretary, and reviewing the FY19-20 annual report. The meeting is largely procedural with a few action items.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves amended meeting room policy and annual report

The Papillion Public Library Board of Advisors approved the amended Meeting Room Policy and accepted the FY2019-2020 annual report, as amended. The board also designated Pat Houser as secretary designee. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Steve Kryger absent.

Tue Feb 16, 2021

City Council

Papillion City Council to consider road contracts and zoning amendments

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding parking, driveway regulations, and fireworks permits. The agenda also includes contract extensions for asphalt work and intersection improvements.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.1M street contract and intersection bid

The City Council approved a $2,095,020 contract extension for the Ultra-Thin Bonded Asphalt System with McAnany Construction and awarded a $281,445.78 bid to Omaha Electric Service for 72nd St and Applewood intersection improvements. The council also approved a resolution to acquire property by condemnation if necessary for a traffic signal at that intersection, and passed several other resolutions including a truck route map and a building move permit.

Tue Feb 2, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on OPPD preliminary plat, special use permit, final plat at S 168th & Fairview

The Papillion City Council will hold public hearings and votes on several land-use items, including a preliminary plat, special use permit, and final plat for Omaha Public Power District property at the southeast corner of S 168th St and Fairview Rd. The council will also consider a change of zone and final plat for the Seventy Two Place development near 72nd St & Schram Rd, plus multiple street vacations and conveyances. Consent agenda items include claims approval and a maintenance agreement renewal with NDOT.

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✓ Decided: Council approves OPPD substation plat and special use permit

The council approved a preliminary plat, special use permit, and final plat for an Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) project at the SE corner of S 168th St and Fairview Rd, along with the SC South Subdivision Agreement. It also approved a change of zone and related plats for the Seventy-Two Place development, and approved a Class D liquor license for Bucky's Express. The council amended the fireworks ordinance to allow amended applications and approved nine grandfathered fireworks applications plus Wellspring Church, tabling the rest to March 16.

Wed Jan 27, 2021

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval of Highway 370 Industrial Park plat and permits

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Highway 370 Industrial Park final plat, preliminary plat, and large project special use permit for a package sorting facility, all contingent on staff comments. It also recommended approval of Ordinance No. 1924 to allow multiple-family residential in the CC district by special use permit, and the related Liberty Lodge special use permit, contingent on City Council approval. Ordinance No. 1923, allowing child care as an accessory use for certain civic uses, was also recommended for approval.

Tue Jan 19, 2021

City Council

Council to consider rezoning and final plat for SumTur Crossing replat

The Papillion City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to vacate and convey several unimproved street right-of-ways, including portions of First St, Jefferson St, Monroe St, Beadle St, Addition St, and an alley, with title going to the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District and PW & RD Enterprises, Inc. The council will also consider a change of zone from R-2 to R-4 for a replat of SumTur Crossing, a subdivision at the SE corner of S 114th St and Schram Rd, along with a final plat and a second amendment to the subdivision agreement. Other items include renaming Fall Creek Rd to S Fall Creek Rd, amending the fireworks sales application code, and approving a shared maintenance agreement for Giles Road with the City of La Vista.

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✓ Decided: Council approves SumTur Crossing rezoning and final plat

The Papillion City Council approved a rezoning of SumTur Crossing from R-2 to R-4, the final plat for the replat, and a second amendment to the subdivision agreement, all for the Boyer Young Development Co. project. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $2,706,354.77, and passed several ordinances related to street vacations and conveyances. No public opposition was voiced on any item.

Tue Jan 5, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on North Shore 2 rezoning, final plat, and agreements

The Papillion City Council will hold public hearings and votes on the North Shore 2 subdivision, including a rezoning from AG to R-4, final plat approval, and subdivision and sewer/water agreements. They will also consider several street vacations and conveyances, a street renaming, and an ordinance requiring facial coverings. Consent items include claims approval and board appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council fails to pass COVID-19 mask mandate trigger ordinance

The Papillion City Council voted on an ordinance (ORD. 1913) that would have created a trigger mechanism for a future mask mandate based on hospitalization thresholds. The ordinance failed to pass because it did not receive the required supermajority vote, with five in favor and three against. The council also approved several other items, including a rezoning, a final plat, and various agreements related to the North Shore 2 development.