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Thu Jul 23, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for July 23, 2026, was cancelled. The agenda had listed property valuation protests and decisions via Form 422.

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B OX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 23, 2026 T he Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN Cancelled

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Wed Jul 22, 2026

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Box Butte County Board to review property valuation protests

The Board of Commissioners will meet to conduct Board of Equalization business regarding property valuations. The board will also review health and life insurance renewal options.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 22, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Approve and sign claims/invoices Board Reports 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment 8:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Approve/Deny List of Board Notices TERC Petition Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report 9:00 a.m. Samantha Stoltenberg – Renewal Options Health Plan/Life Insurance Treasurer Bell – Semi-Annual Report ADJOURN
Tue Jul 21, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization to hear property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization will meet to discuss and take action on property valuation protests using Form 422. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 21, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
Mon Jul 20, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026, was cancelled. The agenda had listed property valuation protests and decisions via Form 422.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 20, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN Cancelled
Thu Jul 16, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization to hear property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization will meet to discuss and take action on property valuation protests using Form 422. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 16, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
Wed Jul 15, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for July 15, 2026, was cancelled. The agenda had listed property valuation protests and decisions via Form 422.

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B OX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 15, 2026 T he Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN Cancelled
Tue Jul 14, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization to hear property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization will meet to discuss and take action on property valuation protests. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization heard property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization conducted hearings for property valuation protest forms 422. Evidence was heard from various property owners and representatives. The minutes do not record any final decisions or votes on the individual protests.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 14, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
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BOOKP PAGE2026-19 The Box Butte County BOARD OF EQUALIZATION met in an open and public meeting at 8:00 a.m., July 14, 2026, in the Commissioner Board Room, located on the second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE with roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairperson Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Ditsch moved to accept the agenda as printed, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion can-ied. Notice of Property Protest Hearings was published June 10, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, July 13, 2026. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings and administered the oath to property valuation protestors. No public comment on the agenda items (8:09 a.m. - 8:38 a.m.). Property valuation protest forms 422 were read by Chairman Burke and evidence was heard from: Shannon Underwood (2); Fred Hagman; Dennis Meng (3); Richard Laursen (3); Kelly Murphy- not present; Pasha Korber; Brian Grant - called; Yvette Merrell - not present; Judy Sutton by Steph Mantooth; Sandra Snow; Michael Libsack - not present (4); Todd Wells - called; Toni Pankowski - not present (2). Chairman Burke recess [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jul 13, 2026

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization heard property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization conducted hearings for property valuation protest forms 422. The board heard evidence from various property owners and representatives. No final decisions or vote tallies on specific valuations were recorded in the minutes.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 13, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-18 The Box Butte County BOARD OF EQUALIZATION met in an open and public meeting at 8:00 a.m., July 13, 2026, in the Commissioner Board Room, located on the second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE with roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairperson Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to accept the agenda as printed, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Notice of Property Protest Hearings was published June 10, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, July 10, 2026. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings and administered the oath to property valuation protestors. No public comment on the agenda items (8: 11 a.m. - 8:31 a.m.). Property valuation protest forms 422 were read by Chairman Burke and evidence was heard from: Sharon Wignall; Bart Dye; Klete & Meagan Shrewsbury - not present; Douglas & Delores Fritzler; Tracy Navarro - not present; Chasity Jones - not present; Dale Van Galder III - not present; Larry & Judy Mann (21); Sandra Snow appeared on July 14, 2026; Troy Bredenkamp; Trent Phillips (2). Chairman Burke recessed at 10:0 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Jul 10, 2026

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization heard property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization held hearings for property valuation protest forms 422. Evidence was heard from several property owners, while others were noted as not present. No final decisions on the valuations were recorded in the minutes.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 10, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-17 The Box Butte County BOARD OF EQUALIZATION met in an open and public meeting at 8:00 a.m., July 10, 2026, in the Commissioner Board Room, located on the second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE with roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairperson Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to accept the agenda as printed, seconded by Burke. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Notice of Property Protest Hearings was published June 10, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, July 9, 2026. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings and administered the oath to property valuation protestors. No public comment on the agenda items (8:12 a.m. - 8:46 a.m.). Property valuation protest forms 422 were read by Chairman Burke and evidence was heard from: Marty Moody; Riki Hunter - not present; Doug & Jackie Daugherty (4); Michael McGinnis; James League - not present; Bryant & Jamie Quick; Rebecca Braun; Renee Moss; Kevin Bergfield (3); Robert & Annette Henkel; Bud Welch - not present; Karen Brown. Chairman Burke recessed at 10:02 a.m., Chairman Burke resumed the meeting a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 1, 2026

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Board to consider Ayers Zoning Regulations Agreement 2026-20

The Box Butte County Board of Commissioners will meet to review reports and handle administrative approvals. The session includes a meeting of the Board of Equalization and a discussion on zoning regulations.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Zoning Regulations Agreement with Ayers Associates Inc.

The Board approved an amended Zoning Regulations Agreement 2026-20 with Ayers Associates Inc. Additionally, the Board of Equalization tabled several property valuation notices until July 22, 2026.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE July 1, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment 8:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Approve/Deny List of Board Notices CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Region 1 Services/Updates Candace Meredith – NACO Updates Courthouse Tree Removal Ayers Zoning Regulations Agreement 2026-20 ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-16 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 8:00 a.m., July 1, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published June 24, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, June 30, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss was present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Ditsch moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda - July 1, 2026; Minutes - June 17, 2026; Correspondence. Commissioners reported on meetings they had recently attended and upcoming meetings. No public comment on the agenda items (8:04 a.m. - 8:34 a.m.). Candace Meredith, NACO Deputy Director, provided a services overview and legislative update. No action taken. Burke moved to open BOARD OF EQUALIZATION at 8:35 a.m., seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. County Assessor Michelle Robins [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 30, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization to hear property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization will meet to discuss and take action on property valuation protests using Form 422.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization heard property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization held hearings for property valuation protest forms 422. The board heard evidence from multiple property owners and entities. No final decisions or vote tallies on specific valuations were recorded in the minutes.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE June 30, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
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BOOKP PAGE2026-15 The Box Butte County BOARD OF EQUALIZATION met in an open and public meeting at 9:00 a.m., June 30, 2026, in the Commissioner Board Room, located on the second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE with roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairperson Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Ditsch moved to accept the agenda as printed, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Notice of Property Protest Hearings was published June 10, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, June 29, 2026. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings and administered the oath to property valuation protestors. No public comment on the agenda items (9:09 a.m. - 9:39 a.m.). Property valuation protest forms 422 were read by Chairman Burke and evidence was heard from: Kenneth Wood; John Benton & Abby Todd; James & Laurie Keilwitz (2); Kacy Lehi & Jane Faber; Robert Blumanthal; Bruce Winten; Wohlers Ranch LLC (2); Terri Dyer- not present; Roger Rohrbouck; Kim Wills; Debra Campbell; Gary Zander - not present; Dan Morrison; Debora Jessee - not present; Ryan Taylor; Lynn Berry; Mark Nelson [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 29, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization to hear property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization is meeting to discuss and take action on property valuation protests. The session will focus on decisions regarding Form 422.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization heard property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization conducted hearings regarding property valuation protest forms 422. Evidence was heard from several listed property owners, though some were noted as not present. No final decisions or vote tallies on specific valuations were recorded in the minutes.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE June 29, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
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BOOKP PAGE2026-14 The Box Butte County BOARD OF EQUALIZATION met in an open and public meeting at 9:00 a.m., June 29, 2026, in the Commissioner Board Room, located on the second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE with roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairperson Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to accept the agenda as printed, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Notice of Property Protest Hearings was published June 10, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, June 26, 2026. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings and administered the oath to property valuation protestors. No public comment on the agenda items (9:05 a.m. - 9: 17 a.m.). Property valuation protest forms 422 were read by Chairman Burke and evidence was heard from: David Sward - not present (2); Bryan Morgan; Justin Sherlock; Patrick Mccawley - not present; Alan Cornish - not present; John Hoffmann - not present; Michelle Hoxworth; H & H Sanitation; Ruth Escamilla; Robin Rust; Tom Cummings - not present; Rod Prochazka; Virginia Campbell; Alicia Hansen - called; Tyler Trout - not pres [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Jun 26, 2026

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization held property valuation protest hearings

The Board of Equalization heard evidence regarding property valuation protest forms 422. The minutes record which protestors were present or absent, but do not list specific decisions or vote outcomes for the individual protests.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE June 26, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment Property Valuation Protests/Decisions Form 422 ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-13 The Box Butte County BOARD OF EQUALIZATION met in an open and public meeting at 8:00 a.m., June 26, 2026, in the Commissioner Board Room, located on the second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE with roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairperson Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Ditsch moved to accept the agenda as printed, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Notice of Property Protest Hearings was published June 10, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, June 25, 2026. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings and administered the oath to County Commissioners Ditsch, Sautter, and Burke, County Assessor Michelle Robinson and property valuation protestors. No public comment on the agenda items (8:07 a.m. - 8:31 a.m.). Property valuation protest forms 422 were read by Chairman Burke and evidence was heard from: Keisha Sanchez - not present; Tim Kees; Richard Otto; Josephine Shelmadine; Jeffrey MacDonald; Misael Lopez; Renee Butler; John Brock - not present; Andrew Hickox; Jeane Warfield; John Fletcher (2). Chairman Burke recessed at 9:42 a. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026

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Box Butte County holds public hearing on budget amendment

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider and adopt a budget amendment. The board will also discuss a water agreement with the Village of Hemingford and a zoning regulations RFP.

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✓ Decided: Box Butte County adopts firework ban and budget amendment

The Board of Commissioners approved a firework ban and a budget amendment for hospital state directed payments. They also authorized a $21,500 contract for zoning regulation updates and approved several property board notices.

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*Amended 2:41 p.m. BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE June 17, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Transfer funds General to Veteran’s Aid Fund – Resolution 2026-08 Approve and sign claims/invoices Board Reports 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment 8:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Approve/Deny List of Board Notices Cheema Investments/Money Express Settlement Treasurer Bell – Form 457 CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Executive Session – Pending Litigation CR62 Village of Hemingford Water Agreement 2026-18 9:00 a.m. OPEN BUDGET AMENDMENT PUBLIC HEARING CLOSE BUDGET AMENDMENT PUBLIC HEARING Adopt Budget Amendment Treasurer Bell – Bank Account Closures Treasurer Bell - CashVest LB644 Postcard Printing Company Designation – State Print Shop/Pitney Bowes Zoning Administrator Johnson – Zoning Regulations RFP APD Repeate [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-12 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 8:00 a.m., June 17, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published June 3, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, June 16, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss and Deputy County Attorney Terry Curtiss were present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Burke moved to remove the agenda from the consent calendar, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Sautter moved to approve the remaining Consent Calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Minutes-June 3, 2026; Elected Officials and Office Reports -Sheriff and Zoning; Correspondence. Sautter moved to accept the agenda as amended, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Sautter moved to approve the Alliance Police Department Communications Enhancem [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 3, 2026

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Box Butte County Board of Equalization to set property valuation protest dates

The Board of Commissioners will meet to handle routine administrative approvals and reports. The Board of Equalization will convene specifically to establish dates for property valuation protests.

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✓ Decided: Board approves jail security and plumbing upgrades

The Board approved $17,977 for jail cameras and $5,200 for jail shower replacements. Other actions included increasing the Clerk's petty cash and setting a schedule for property valuation protests.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE June 3, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 8:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 8:05–8:15 a.m. Public Comment 8:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Set Property Valuation Protest Dates CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Treasurer Bell - Surplus Sheriff Dannar – Jail Repairs & Security Clerk Burke – Petty Cash ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-11 Vice-Chairman Sautter called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 8:01 a.m., June 3, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published May 20, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, June 2, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, not present. Sautter moved to excuse Steve Burke, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, excused. Motion carried. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss was present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Vice-Chairman Sautter acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Ditsch moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, excused. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda - June 3, 2026; Minutes - May 20, 2026; Payroll/Claims/Invoices: AFLAC 2456.35; BOX BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER 89240.00; CREDIT MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. 437.54; EQUITABLE FINANCIAL LIFE INSURANCE 228.33; FNBO 57216.42; LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE 211.70; MED. AIR SERVICE ASSOC. - B2B 253.00; NE CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT CENTER 895.00; RETIREMEN [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 20, 2026

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Board to consider multi-unit housing conditional use permit

The Box Butte County Board of Commissioners will review a zoning request for multi-unit housing and a request for proposals regarding zoning regulations. The board will also consider several interlocal and grant agreements.

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✓ Decided: Box Butte County approves multi-unit housing permit and courthouse smoke detectors

The Board approved a conditional use permit for Summit Land, LLC's multi-unit housing with a six-person capacity limit. Other actions included approving courthouse smoke detector installation and surpusing two sheriff's department vehicles.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE May 20, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Approve and sign claims/invoices Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment 9:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Assessor Robinson – Correction Book CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Sheriff Declare Surplus Purple Wave sign titles 10:00 a.m. Zoning CUP 2026-01 Multi-Unit Housing RFP Zoning Regulations Ryan Powers USDA Wildlife Services Agreement 2026-15 Mutual Aid Assistance Interlocal Agreement 2026-16 Nebraska Crime Commission Grant 172-27-CB-0501 Agreement 2026-17 Courthouse Smoke Detectors ADJOURN
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BOOKP PAGE2026-10 Chainnan Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., May 20, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published May 6, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, May 19, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss was present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chainnan Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda -May 20, 2026; Minutes -May 6, 2026; Elected Officials and Office Reports -Treasurer and Zoning; Correspondence. Burke moved to approve claims (tabling H & H Sanitation ($36.90) and Box Butte County Extension ($3,276.74) for further review), seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. No public comment on the agenda items (9:06 a.m. -9:18 a.m.). Commissioners reported on meetings they had recently attended and upcoming meetings. Burke moved to open [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 6, 2026

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✓ Decided: Board approves tractor lease and denies road vacation request for CR 62

The Board approved a 2027 tractor lease from Alliance Tractor and accepted the fiscal year 2025 audit. They denied a road vacation request for CR 62 but approved one for a portion of Wayne Rd. Other actions included approving jail software and a water assessment work plan.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE May 6, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment 9:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Assessor Robinson – Correction Book CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Accept/Reject RFP 2027 Tractor Lease Road Vacation Request CR 62 Approve/Deny Resolution 2026-06 Road Vacation Request Wayne Rd Resolution Approve/Deny 2026-07 Purple Wave sign title for 2001 Chevrolet Pickup Surplus Inventory Sheriff Dannar – Jail Management Software Agreement 2026-14 Sheriff Dannar – Law Enforcement Security Sheriff Dannar – Patrol Upfitting May Mental Health Proclamation Contryman Associates FY24-25 Financial Statements Prairie Dog Management Plan Amendments City of Alliance City Manager JD Cox DWEE Tier 1 Pre-Investigation [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-09 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., May 6, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published April 22, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, May 5, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. Deputy County Attorney Terry Curtiss was present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda - May 6, 2026; Minutes - April 22, 2026; Payroll/Claims/Invoices: AFLAC 2456.35; BOX BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER 89240.00; EQUITABLE FINANCIAL LIFE INSURANCE 228.33; FNBO 57208.60; LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE 212.38; MASA 253.00; NE CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT CENTER 895.00; RETIREMENT PLANS DIVISION/AMERITAS 30239.65; STATE OF NEBRASKA DEPT OF REVENUE 8135.76; VISION SERVICE PLAN (IC) 764.42 NET PAYROLL: 186285.53; Elected Officials and Office Reports - Clerk, Clerk of the Dis [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 22, 2026

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Box Butte County to hold road vacation hearings for CR 62 and Wayne Rd

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding road vacations for CR 62 and Wayne Rd. The board will also consider several interlocal agreements with Grant County and various service agreements.

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✓ Decided: Board approves interlocal agreements with Grant County and tax exemptions

The Board of Equalization approved tax exemption applications for two VSL Alliance entities and a personal property tax correction. The board also approved several interlocal agreements with Grant County regarding the jail, VSO, and highway superintendent supervision. A claim for Box Butte General Hospital was denied due to statutory timing requirements.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE April 22, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment 9:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Treasurer Bell – Form 457 Assessor Robinson – Correction Book CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report 10:00 a.m. OPEN ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING CR 62 CLOSE ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING CR 62 OPEN ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING WAYNE RD CLOSE ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING WAYNE RD Assessor Robinson – MIPS Assessment Agreement 2026-06 Sheriff Dannar – Cidnet/Encartele Agreements 2026-09 & 2026-10 Ryan Powers – USDA – Service Agreement Amendment 2026-08 John Weare – KAB Updates/Funding Letter of Support (City of Alliance) – Federal Opportunity Zone Grant County VSO Interlocal Agreement 2026-11 Grant County Jail Interloca [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-08 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., April 22, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published April 8, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, April 21, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss and Deputy County Attorney Terry Curtiss were present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to remove claims from the consent calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Sautter moved to approve the remaining Consent Calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda - April 22, 2026; Minutes - April 1, 2026; Payroll/Claims/Invoices - April 1, 2026: AFLAC 2529 .04; BOX BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER 88062.00; CREDIT MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. 444.03; EQUITABLE FINANCIAL LIFE INSURANCE 224.46; FNBO 55932.93; FULLER CONSTRUCTION HOLDING CO INC 161562.85; LINCOLN N [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 1, 2026

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Board to review wheel loader bids and tractor lease

The Box Butte County Board of Commissioners will meet to review equipment bids and leases. The Board of Equalization will also convene to address the Assessor's Correction Book.

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✓ Decided: Box Butte County approves $134,600 wheel loader purchase

The Board approved the purchase of a 2022 CAT 950M wheel loader and signed an interlocal agreement with Scotts Bluff County for a juvenile detention assessment. The Board also adopted a Men's Health Week proclamation and processed a tax correction. One assessment agreement was tabled until April 22, 2026.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE April 1, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment 9:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Assessor Robinson – Correction Book CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Assessor Robinson – Next review/Process/Cost Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Accept/Reject Wheel Loader Bids Tractor Lease 10:30 a.m. Budget Consultant Caleb Johnson – Legislative Updates/Budget Cycle VSO Sarah Foland – Grant County Interlocal Agreement Update Public Defender Surplus Scotts Bluff County Interlocal Agreement 2026-05 Juvenile Detention Needs Assessment Men’s Health Week Proclamation ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-07 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., April 1, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published March 18, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, March 31, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss was present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda -April 1, 2026; Minutes -March 18, 2026; Claims: FULLER CONSTRUCTION HOLDING CO INC 161,562.85; Elected Officials and Office Reports - Extension; Correspondence. No public comment on the agenda items (9:05 a.m. -9: 15 a.m.). Commissioners reported on meetings they had recently attended and upcoming meetings. Burke moved to adopt the Men's Health Week Proclamation, proclaiming June 15-21, 2026 as Men's Health Week in Box Butte County, Nebraska, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 18, 2026

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Box Butte County holds public hearings on road vacations for CR 62 and Wayne Rd

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding road vacations for CR 62 and Wayne Rd. The board will also review road and equipment reports and discuss zoning updates.

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✓ Decided: Box Butte County extends commercial energy production moratorium

The Board extended a moratorium on commercial energy production development for two years. They also approved a request for proposals to update zoning regulations and rescheduled two road vacation public hearings.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE March 18, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment Road Superintendent Keegan provide road and equipment report Road Superintendent – Leased Truck 10:00 a.m. OPEN ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING CR 62 CLOSE ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING CR 62 OPEN ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING WAYNE RD CLOSE ROAD VACATION PUBLIC HEARING WAYNE RD Meeting Procedures GWorks Termination Noxious Weed Compliance Report Zoning Administrator Johnson – NPZA, Zoning Updates, Zoning Regulations RFP, Commercial Energy Moratorium Extension Quarterly jail visit (§ 47-109) ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-06 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., March 18, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published March 4, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, March 17, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss was present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Ditsch moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda- March 18, 2026; Minutes - March 4, 2026; Claims; Elected Officials and Office Reports - Sheriff; Correspondence. No public comment on the agenda items (9:05 a.m. - 9: 16 a.m.). Commissioners reported on meetings they had recently attended and upcoming meetings. Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provided a road and equipment report. Sautter moved to allow Road Superintendent Keegan to engage in a truck lease agreement, if necessary, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 4, 2026

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Box Butte County Board to review armor coat bids and appoint planning members

The Board of Commissioners will consider armor coat bids and the appointment of four Planning Commission members. The meeting includes reports on roads, equipment, and tax sales, as well as discussions on patrol vehicles and the MJLC lease for the Public Defender.

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✓ Decided: Box Butte County approves $82,222 road contract and new Planning Commission members

The Board approved a road application bid and the purchase of a vehicle. They also appointed four members to the Planning Commission and decided not to renew a lease for the Public Defender office.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE March 4, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment Road Superintendent Keegan provide road and equipment report Accept/Reject Armor Coat Bids Road Superintendent - Hemingford North Treasurer Bell – Tax Sale Report Sheriff Dannar – Patrol Vehicles Meeting Procedures GWorks Termination Public Defender MJLC Lease Employee Performance Review Appoint Planning Commission Members (4) ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-05 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., March 4, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published February 18, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, March 3, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss and Deputy County Attorney Terry Curtiss were present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Ditsch moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda - March 4, 2026; Minutes - February 18, 2026; Payroll/Claims/Invoices - GENERAL: AFLAC 2218.57; BOX BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER 86018.00; CREDIT MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. 396.99; EQUITABLE FINANCIAL LIFE INSURANCE 224.46; FNBO 43567.65; LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE 203.64; MASA 190.50; VISION SERVICE PLAN (IC) 564.06; RETIREMENT PLANS DIVISION/AMERITAS 24934.97; STATE OF NEBRASKA DEPT OF REVENUE 5577.34 ROAD: AFLAC 310.47; BOX BUT [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026

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Box Butte County to hold public hearing on 1 and 6 year road plan

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Resolution 2026-03 regarding the 1 and 6 year road plan. The board will also discuss road equipment, jail repairs, and a zoning administrator contract.

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✓ Decided: Box Butte County adopts 1 & 6 Year Road Plan

The Board of Commissioners approved the county's 1 & 6 Year Road Plan via Resolution 2026-03. Other actions included approving a plumbing estimate and authorizing a zoning administrator agreement.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE February 18, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment Elevator Updates/Change Orders/Progress Meeting Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Road Superintendent – Surplus Vehicle Morrill County & Box Butte County CR62 & Wayne Rd Course of Action 10:00 a.m. OPEN 1 & 6 YEAR ROAD PLAN PUBLIC HEARING CLOSE 1 & 6 YEAR ROAD PLAN PUBLIC HEARING Adopt Resolution 2026-03: Box Butte County 1 & 6 Year Road Plan Sheriff Dannar – Jail Repairs Zoning Administrator Contract Agreement 2026-04 Zoning Administrator Johnson – NPZA Conference Roland Prairie Dog Advisory Board Response GIS Discussion Employee Timekeeping System ADJOURN
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-04 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., February 18, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published February 4, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, February 17, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss and Deputy County Attorney Terry Curtiss were present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to pull claims from the consent calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Sautter moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda- February 18, 2026; Minutes - February 4, 2026; Correspondence. Sautter moved to approve claims, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Public comment on the agenda items (9:05 a.m. - 9:16 a.m.). Walker Zulkoski, NPAIT, 721 S 14th St, Lincoln, NE 68508 - di [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026

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Board to set public hearings for vacating portions of CR62 and Wayne Rd

The Box Butte County Board of Commissioners will meet to review road reports, hauling bids, and legislative updates. The board will also consider resolutions to set public hearings for vacating sections of two roads.

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✓ Decided: Box Butte County approves road contracts and jail repairs

The Board approved an Armor Coat Chip Hauling bid and several facility maintenance estimates. The Board of Equalization processed tax exemptions and a homestead refund. New fees for road utility permits and road closures were established.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE February 4, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment 9:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Assessor Robinson – Form 451 Assessor Robinson – Homestead Exemption Refund Treasurer Bell – Form 457 CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Elevator Updates/Change Orders/Progress Meeting Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report Accept/Reject Hauling Bids Armor Coat Request for Bids Road Superintendent – Surplus Vehicle Adopt Resolution 2026-01 – Set Public Hearing to Vacate Portion of CR62 Adopt Resolution 2026-02 – Set Public Hearing to Vacate Portion of Wayne Rd Road Superintendent – MOU Skillbridge US DOW Road Superintendent – Utility Permit Update Employee Performance Review 10:00 a.m. Congressman Adrian Smith Representative Val Jansante Legislative Updates [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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BOOK p PAGE 2026-03 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., February 4, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published January 21, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, February 3, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, present; Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss and Deputy County Attorney Terry Curtiss were present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Ditsch. Ditsch, yes; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda -February 4, 2026; Minutes -January 20, 2026; Payroll/Claims/Invoices - GENERAL: AFLAC 2218.57; BOX BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER 86018.00; EQUITABLE FINANCIAL LIFE INSURANCE 224.46; FNBO 46741.25; LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE 203.64; MASA 190.50; VISION SERVICE PLAN (IC) 564.06; RETIREMENT PLANS DIVISION/AMERITAS 26522.07; STATE OF NEBRASKA DEPT OF REVENUE 5998.31 ROAD: AFLAC 310.47; BOX BUTTE COUNTY TREASURER 2174.00; FNBO 85 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

Meeting

Board to review prairie dog management and road equipment

The Box Butte County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss road reports and jail repairs. The board will also consider amendments to the Prairie Dog Management Plan and appoint two advisory board members.

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✓ Decided: Board sets road vacation public hearings for March 18

The Board of Commissioners scheduled public hearings for road vacations on CR62 and Wayne Rd. The board also approved tax corrections for homestead exemptions and updated the Prairie Dog Management Plan.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE January 20, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Consent Calendar Accept Agenda Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment 9:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Assessor Robinson – Correction Book CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Elevator Updates/Change Orders/Progress Meeting Road Superintendent Keegan provide road and equipment report Road Superintendent – Surplus Vehicle Road Superintendent – Grant County Armor Coat Sheriff Dannar – Jail Repairs Appoint Prairie Dog Advisory Board Members (2) Prairie Dog Management Plan Amendment Employee Performance Review ADJOURN
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BOOKP PAGE2026-02 Chairman Burke called the meeting to order in the Board Room, second floor of the County Courthouse, 515 Box Butte Ave., Ste 202, Alliance, NE at 9:00 a.m., January 20, 2026, following an opening prayer. Notice of meeting was published January 7, 2026, in the Alliance Times Herald. Affidavit of publication has been received in the office of the County Clerk. Agenda was emailed and posted on the county's website: boxbuttecountyne.gov, January 16, 2026. Roll call: Brett Ditsch, absent ( arrived at 9:39 a.m. ); Mike Sautter, present; Steve Burke, present. Martie Burke, County Clerk, recorded the proceedings of the meeting. County Attorney Marissa Curtiss and Deputy County Attorney Terry Curtiss were present. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Burke acknowledged that this meeting will follow the open meeting act posted on the North wall of the County Board Room. Sautter moved to pull claims from the consent calendar, seconded by Burke. Ditsch, absent; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. Sautter moved to approve the remaining Consent Calendar, seconded by Burke. Ditsch, absent; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. The Consent Calendar included the following items: Agenda -January 20, 2026; Minutes - January 7, 2026; Elected Officials and Office Reports - Extension, Sheriff, and Zoning; Correspondence. Burke moved to approve claims, seconded by Sautter. Ditsch, absent; Sautter, yes; Burke, yes. Motion carried. No public commen [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 7, 2026

Meeting

Box Butte County Board of Commissioners to meet January 7

The Board of Commissioners will meet to conduct reorganization and review reports from the Treasurer and Road Superintendent. The session includes the opening and closing of the Board of Equalization. The Board will also consider a CIDNET Agreement and a DHHS addendum.

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BOX BUTTE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA 515 Box Butte Avenue #203, Alliance, NE January 7, 2026 The Board of Commissioners may discuss, consider and take all necessary action on the agenda items listed. Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Board Chairman. The Board reserves the right to adjourn into closed session as per Section 84-1410 of the Nebraska Revised Statues. 9:00 a.m. Call meeting to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledge Open Meeting Act Accept Agenda REORGANIZATION Consent Calendar Approve Minutes Approve and sign payroll/claims/invoices Elected Officials & Office Reports Correspondence Board Reports 9:05–9:15 a.m. Public Comment 9:15 a.m. OPEN BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Or as soon as thereafter as practical Treasurer Bell – Form 457 CLOSE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Treasurer Bell – Semi-Annual Report Elevator Updates/Change Orders/Progress Meeting Road Superintendent Barb Keegan provide road and equipment report 10:00 a.m. Sheriff Dannar – Swearing in Chief Deputy Baden Shelmadine Sheriff Dannar – CIDNET Agreement 2026-01 Weed Superintendent Lauder – Year End Report Weed Superintendent Lauder – Prairie Dog Complaint DHHS Addendum to CS Agreement 2026-02 Employee Performance Review ADJOURN

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