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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Supervisors to discuss data center moratorium

The Board of Supervisors will receive monthly and quarterly reports from county department heads. The meeting includes discussions on a potential moratorium on data centers and the dissolution of townships.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date July 21, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING July 28, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of 7-13-26 Special Meeting • Minutes of 7-14-26 Regular Meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: roads report, mechanic’s report for June 9:15 A.M. Jennifer Fleischer, County Attorney: monthly report 9:30 A.M. Jeff Franklin, County Sheriff: monthly report 9:45 A.M. Robin Gilbert, County Treasurer: semi-annual report 10:00 A.M. Sara Mertens, Health Department Director: quarterly report 10:15 A.M. Haley Malone, Emergency Manager: monthly report 10:30 A.M. Barb Barnett, Planning & Zoning Administrator: 2 nd quarter report Misc items for discussion when time permits: • Resolution for Moratorium on da [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 21, 2026

Meeting

Board of Equalization to review property valuation protest

The Board of Equalization will meet to review and act on a specific property valuation protest. The board will also receive reports on damaged real property and property value listings.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date: July 21, 2026 following Board of Supervisors Meeting @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Convene the Meeting with Roll Call Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: • Review/Act on Property Valuations Protest #2026-009 Amy Hoffman • Report of Damaged / Destroyed Real Property (Form 425) • Over/Under Value Property Listing
Tue Jul 14, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board to discuss data centers and potential moratorium

The Clay County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss data centers and a related resolution for a moratorium. The board will also review department operations, finances, and a NEMA 2025 agreement.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves June fee reports and $47,834 emergency grant

The Board approved fee reports for several county officials for June 2026. They also authorized the Chairman to sign an agreement for a $47,834.98 emergency management performance grant. The Board discussed potential data center moratoriums and tax impacts of non-taxable land parcels.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date July 14, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING July 21, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Trent Loos: discuss data centers 9:30 A.M. Janell Anderson Ehrke Misc items for discussion when time permits: • Resolution for Moratorium on data centers • Monthly Official Fee Reports • Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) 2025 Sub-Recipient Agreement • Sick Leave / Vacation Leave balances • Review / appointment to governing boards and committees • Dissolution of Townships • Correspondence for Information/Discussion/Action • Evaluation of Clay County Department operations and finances • Resolution to transfer funds if needed NOON RECESS FOR LUNCH or ADJOURN
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on July 14, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on July 8, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meetings act was posted on the West wall and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. There was no public input. Trent Loos provided extensive information to the Board with regard to the sudden and growing number of data center permits and builds across the United States. The Clay County Board of Supervisors is being vigilant in monitoring this trend and educating themselves on all the impacts these could impose on Clay County residents. Some of the main concerns are the substantial use of our resources such as electricity and water. And that for the size of data centers that are being built, that the return in jobs or goods produced is overwhelmingly lacking. That the taxpayers of Clay County could see little to no tax contribution from a dat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 14, 2026

Meeting

Board of Equalization to review property valuation protests

The Board of Equalization will meet to review and act on several property valuation protests. The board will also receive documentation from County Assessor Brenda Hansen and review reports on destroyed real property and tax list corrections.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization rules on property tax protests and valuations

The Board of Equalization heard several property valuation protests, approving some reductions and correcting clerical errors. The board also approved a destroyed property reassessment and tax list corrections. One protest was tabled pending a second site visit by the Assessor.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date: July 14, 2026 @ 10:30a.m. County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Convene the Meeting with Roll Call Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: Enter Assessor’s documentation for record • Review/Act on Property Valuations Protests meeting with the board: 10:45 AM #2026-005 Lane Bigge 11:00 AM #2026-008 Ronald McElfresh 11:15 AM #2026-009 Amy Hoffman 11:30 AM #2026-010 Aarin Fellows • Property Valuation Protests not meeting with the board: #2026-006, #2026-007 • Property Valuation Protests Withdrawn from file and not being reviewed #2026-004 • Report of Destroyed Real Property • Tax List Corrections • Over/Under Value Property Listing
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, July 14, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met Ju ly 14, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on July 8, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. There was no public input. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Becker to approve the minutes of the meeting held June 30, 2026 , as mailed. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor presented the required documentation for these proceedings to the board: Assessor’s review of assessment; Office policy and procedures; Appraisal history; Assessment Actions Report; County profiles for residential, commercial, industrial & agricultural properties (sales rosters); Copy of the property record card and improvement worksheet; Data used for 20 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jul 13, 2026

Special Meeting

Board to discuss township form of governance

The Clay County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to discuss the township form of governance and township board officers.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board discusses potential discontinuance of townships

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to discuss the status and potential dissolution of township governance. No formal action was taken on the discontinuance, but the Board indicated it will likely place the matter on the 2026 General Election Ballot.

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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date: July 13, 2026 Meeting Time: 5:30 P.M. Location: Clay County Fairgrounds, Main Activities Building, 701 N. Martin Ave, Clay Center, NE Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. AGENDA Convene the meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act Roll Call Discussion Items: • Township Form of Governance with Township Board Officers
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting with the Township Board members at the Clay County Fairgrounds, Main Activities Building, Clay Center, Nebraska on July 13, 2026 at 5:30 P.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on July 8, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson had a copy of the open meetings act available for review and presided with roll call showing the following present: Glen Becker, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson and James Pavelka. Chairman Johnson opened the meeting with an introduction of the County Board Members Present and the Highway Superintendent, Tom Roemmich. Johnson followed with an overview of the current status of township operations in Clay County. In Nebraska there ar e only approximately 21 Counties that still operate under a Township governance and only a few of them actually have operating Townships (i.e., meaning that the Townships still own and operate their equipment and employ the equipment operators). Another note that Chairman Johnson hit was the liability risk of Board Members (this can be the same across [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 30, 2026

Meeting

Board of Equalization to review property valuation and destruction reports

The Clay County Board of Equalization will meet to review reports provided by County Assessor Brenda Hansen. The board will discuss destroyed real property and properties identified as over or under valued.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization approves property reassessments and value adjustments

The Board of Equalization approved a reassessment value for a specific destroyed property parcel and accepted proposed over/under values on real property listings. These actions adjust the taxable value of real estate within the county.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date: June 30, 2026 County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Convene the Meeting with Roll Call Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor • Report of Destroyed Real Property • Over/Under Valued Property Report
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, June 30, 2026, at 9:42 a.m. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met June 23, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on June 17, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Eric Samuelson. There was no public input. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Pavelka to approve the minutes of the meeting held June 23, 2026, as mailed. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor presented and discussed a Report of Destroyed Real Property. Documentation to support the claim was distributed to the Board prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to approve the reassessment value on Form #425 Report of Destroyed Property on Parcel ID#: 111700 as recommended by the County Assessor. Upon roll [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 30, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Supervisors to review tax sales and foreclosure lists

The Board of Supervisors will receive reports from the highway, building, and weeds superintendents. The County Treasurer will present new county tax sales and a foreclosure list. The board may also discuss the dissolution of townships and budget transfers.

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✓ Decided: Board approves tax sale certificates and directs foreclosure proceedings

The Board of Supervisors approved a list of real estate parcels with delinquent 2024 taxes. The Board also directed the County Attorney to begin foreclosure proceedings on specific 2023 County Tax Sales.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date June 30, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING July 14, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Tom Roemmich, Highway Superintendent: roads report 9:10 A.M. Mark Johnson, Building & Grounds Superintendent: monthly report 9:20 A.M. Greg Shuck, Weeds Superintendent: monthly report 9:30 A.M. Holli Alley, 4-H Extension: program update 9:45 A.M. Robin Gilbert, County Treasurer : New County Tax Sales; New Foreclosure List of County Tax Sales Misc items for discussion when time permits: • Motion to transfer budget authority if needed • Review / appointment to governing boards and committees • Dissolution of Townships • Correspondence for Information/Discussion/Action • Evaluation of Clay Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on June 30, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on June 24, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Eric Samuelson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held June 23, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Pavelka to approve the minutes of the meeting held June 23, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. There was no public input. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Mark Johnson, Building & Grounds Superintendent provided a monthly report. Greg Shuck, Weeds Superintendent, provided a monthly report. Robin Gilbert, Treasurer, presented information [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Meeting

Board considers budget requests and environmental agreement for Deweese NW project

The Clay County Board of Supervisors will review fiscal year 2026-27 budget requests from ASAAP and the Midland Area Agency on Aging. The Board will also consider a resolution to execute a supplemental agreement with Olsson Inc for Project 42996, BRO-7018(26) Deweese NW.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves budget transfers and agency funding requests

The Board of Supervisors approved several service agreements, a wildlife management plan, and a $16,609 budget request for the Midland Area Agency on Aging. The board also authorized multiple budget authority transfers across general, opioid, STOP, and inheritance funds.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date June 23, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING June 30, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Tom Roemmich, Highway Superintendent: roads report ; mechanic’s report for May ; approve and adopt the Resolution giving authori ty for Clay County to execute the Environmental Services Supplemental Agreement No. 4 between Olsson Inc and C lay County for Project 42996, BRO-7018(26) Deweese NW 9:15 A.M. Kerry-Anne Block, ASAAP: 26-27 fiscal year budget request 9:30 A.M. Ryan Powers with USDA Wildlife: wildlife damage management Work/Financial Plan for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 9:45 A.M. Casey Muzic, Midland Area Agency on Aging: 26-27 fiscal year budget request REVIEW/APPROVE/DENY/TABLE CLAIM [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on June 23, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on June 17, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held June 16, 202 6 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to approve the minutes of the meeting held June 16 , 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker , Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson ; Nay: None. Motion carried. There was no public input. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads and the mechanic’s report for May. Tom presented the Environmental Services Supplemental Agreement No. 4 for the Deweese project. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Shaw to approve and [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Equalization to review tax exemptions and property values

The Board of Equalization will meet to review motor vehicle exemption applications. The board will also consider tax list corrections and property value listings.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization approves vehicle exemptions and tax list corrections

The Clay County Board of Equalization approved several motor vehicle tax exemptions for local organizations. The board also accepted tax list corrections for omitted property and approved proposed real property value adjustments.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date: June 23, 2026 County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Roll Call Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held June 9, 2026 Public Input Robin Gilbert, County Treasurer • Motor Vehicle Applications for Exemption Brenda Hansen, County Assessor • Tax List Corrections • Over/Under Value Property Listing
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, June 23, 2026, at 10:18 a.m. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met June 23, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on June 17, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. There was no public input. Motion by Bitterman and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held June 9, 2026, as mailed. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Abstain: Samuelson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Robin Gilbert, County Treasurer, provided the Vehicle exemption applications for 2025. Motion by Bitterman and seconded by Becker to approve the exemption application for Clay Center Christian Church for renewal of a motor vehicle exemption of a 2010 Ford Van as recommended by the County Treasurer. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterma [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board discusses township dissolution and department finances

The Clay County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the dissolution of townships and evaluate county department operations and finances. The board will also review a FEMA grant program regarding foreign national vetting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $127,000 trade-in value for motor grader

The Board approved a trade-in for a motor grader to reduce the purchase price of a new unit. They also authorized one-time credit card limit increases for the Highway Department and County Clerk. Additionally, the Board approved May 2026 fee reports and several surplus equipment requests.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date June 16, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING June 23, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Haley Malone, Emergency Manager: Foreign National Vetting in FEMA Non-Disaster Grant Programs; dispatch discussion Misc items for discussion: • Monthly Fee Reports of Officials • Surplus requests • Requests for credit card limit increases • Discuss county bereavement policy • Discuss Motor Grader trade-in • Review / appointment to governing boards and committees • Dissolution of Townships • Correspondence for Information/Discussion/Action • Evaluation of Clay County Department operations and finances • Resolution to transfer funds if needed NOON RECESS FOR LUNCH or ADJOURN
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on June 16, 2026, at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on June 10, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. Absent: Scott Bitterman All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held May 26, 2026, were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Pavelka to approve the minutes of the meeting held May 26, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. M otion carried. There was no public input. Haley Malone, Emergency Manager / Dispatch Director, was present to discuss the Foreign National Vetting in FEMA Non- Disaster Grant Programs. Malone also discussed dispatching options for Clay County. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent was not present fo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Meeting

Board of Equalization to hear property tax protests

The Board of Equalization will meet to review specific property tax protests and assessor reports. The body will also consider tax list corrections and property value listings.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization approves property valuation protests and tax corrections

The Board of Equalization accepted assessor testimony to lower valuations for three property protests. The board also approved the county cemetery report, the 3 Year Plan of Assessment, and several tax list corrections for omitted property.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date: June 9, 2026 @ 8:45a.m. County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Roll Call Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held May 26, 2026 Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor • Protests 26-001, 26-002, 26-003 • 2026 Cemetery Report • 2026 Three Year Plan of Assessment Dispose 2031 • Tax List Corrections • Over/Under Value Property Listing
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, June 9, 2026, at 8:45 A.M. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met June 9 , 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on June 3, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Jim Pavelka. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Motion by Bitterman and seconded by Mohnike to approve the min utes of the meeting held May 26, 2026, as provided. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. There was no public input. Protest #s 26-001, 26-002 and 26-003 were presented for review: Jessie Anderson was present on behalf of Clay Center Innovation Partners regarding Protest #26-001, #26-002 & #26-003. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor presented Protest #26-001 and identified a change in personal property from what was reported 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Supervisors to open bids for motor grader

The Board of Supervisors will receive reports from the highway, weed, and emergency management superintendents. The board will open bids for a motor grader and review claims. Miscellaneous discussion items include the appointment of a County Veteran Service Officer and the dissolution of townships.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves John Deere motor grader bid

The Board of Supervisors accepted a bid from John Deere/Murphy for a motor grader and decided to seek a private auction for the trade-in machine. The board also appointed a new Veteran Service Officer and approved a county burial financial agreement.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date May 26, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING May 26, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report; 9:10 A.M. Greg Shuck, Weed Superintendent: monthly update 9:15 A.M. Open bids for motor grader 9:20 A.M. Haley Malone, Emergency Manager: monthly update 9:30 A.M. Holli Alley, Extension 4 -H Associate: quarterly update and introduction of new Extension Office Manager 9:45 A.M. Judd Allen, NACO: NACO County group plan benefits update REVIEW/APPROVE/DENY/TABLE CLAIMS Misc items for discussion when time permits: • Appointment of County Veteran Service Officer • Review / Approve / Deny Request for County Burial Assistance • Review / appointm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on May 26, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on May 20, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held May 19 , 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to approve the minutes of the meeting held May 19, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker , Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson ; Nay: None. Motion carried. There was no public input. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Greg Shuck, Weed Superintendent, presented his monthly report. Electronic recycling is scheduled for September 25 th from 11am – 2pm. Discussion on motor graders was had and it was agr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026

Meeting

Board of Equalization to review tax list corrections

The Clay County Board of Equalization is meeting to discuss tax list corrections presented by County Assessor Brenda Hansen.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization approves tax list correction for omitted property

The Clay County Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the April 28, 2026, meeting. The board also accepted the County Assessor's recommendation to approve Tax List Correction #3124 regarding omitted personal property.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date: May 26, 2026 @ 8:45a.m. County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Roll Call Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held May 26, 2026 Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: Tax List Corrections
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, May 26, 2026, at 8:45 A.M. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met May 26, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on May 20, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. There was no public input. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held April 28, 2026, as provided. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor, presented Tax List Correction #3124 for omitted personal property . Motion by Shaw and seconded by Bitterman to accept the recommendation of the Assessor and approve Tax List Correction #3124 as presented. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board to review employee benefits and infrastructure quotes

The Board of Supervisors will receive updates from county department heads and discuss several employee benefit renewals for the 2026-2027 plan year. The meeting includes reviews of HVAC and fire sprinkler quotes and a request for a fiber optic easement.

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✓ Decided: Board approves behavioral health funding and new Public Defender Policy Board

The Board approved a $16,106.06 budget request for Region 3 Behavioral Health Services and appointed three members to the Public Defender Policy Board. Other actions included authorizing employee benefit renewals and approving a fiber optic easement for Nebraska Windstream.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date May 19, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING May 26, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report ; Mechanic’s report for April; motion to open motor grader bids on May 26th at 9:15am Easement Requests: Windstream Nebraska to bury microduct for fiber optic along Rd MN from South Street, South for 400’ on the East die of Rd MN, along West side of the SE ¼ of 1-6-7 9:15 A.M. Jeff Franklin, County Sheriff: monthly update 9:30 A.M. Jennifer Fleischer, County Attorney: monthly update 9:45 A.M. Mark Johnson, Building & Grounds Superintendent : monthly update; Cerris quotes for HVAC system; Summit Fire quote for fire sprinkler system 10:00 A.M. Sara [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on May 19, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on May 12, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held April 28 , 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to approve the minutes of the meeting held April 28 , 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker , Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Theresa Johnson was present and inquired about township dissolution. The Board provided information regarding the consideration of dissolution due to the decline of active Township Boards and the change in how the Clay County T ownship Boards operate. The Board will have some upcoming mee [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Equalization to review tax list corrections

The Board of Equalization will meet to discuss tax list corrections presented by County Assessor Brenda Hansen. The board will also review minutes from the April 14, 2026 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board of Equalization approves tax list correction

The Board of Equalization approved a clerical error correction to the tax list. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 14, 2026, meeting.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date: April 28, 2026 @ 8:45a.m. County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Roll Call Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held April 14, 2026 Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: Tax List Corrections
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, April 28, 2026, at 8:45 A.M. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met April 28, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on April 22, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Jesse Mohnike. There was no public input. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held April 14 , 2026 , as mailed. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor, presented Tax List Correction #3123 for clerical error. Motion by Shaw and seconded by Bitterman to accept the recommendation of the Assessor and approve Tax List Correction # 3123 as presented. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Jes [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Supervisors to review Central Square bid

The Board of Supervisors will receive reports from the Highway, Weed, Planning & Zoning, and Health departments. The body will also review a bid for Central Square and consider claims for payment.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $263,806.70 for 911 and emergency records system upgrades

The Board approved a contract with Central Square to upgrade records systems for 911, the Sheriff, and Emergency Management. The board also canceled the May 12, 2026, meeting due to the Primary Election and approved various county claims.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date April 28, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING May 12, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report; 9:10 A.M. Greg Shuck, Weed Superintendent: monthly report 9:20 A.M. Barb Barnett, Planning & Zoning Administrator: quarterly report 9:35 A.M. Sara Mertens, Health Department Director: quarterly report 9:50 A.M. Kreighton Baxter, Chief Deputy Sheriff: Central Square bid REVIEW/APPROVE/DENY/TABLE CLAIMS Misc items for discussion when time permits: • May Board of Supervisors meeting dates • Public Defender Policy Board • Review / appointment to governing boards and committees • Dissolution of Townships • Correspondence for Information/Discuss [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on April 28, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on April 22 , 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held April 21 , 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held April 21, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson ; Nay: None. M otion carried. There was no public input. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Greg Shuck, Weed Superintendent, presented his monthly report and provided tentative dates for the Household Hazardous Recycling on August 21, 2026 8:00am – 11:00am; and Electroni [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board considers easement for electrical line on County Road 305

The Board of Supervisors will review a request from Jordan Hakanson to bury an electrical line for irrigation across County Road 305. The meeting includes monthly reports from county departments and a proposal from Chief Deputy Sheriff Kreighton Baxter regarding Central Square.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves network upgrades and electrical easement

The Board approved two technology contracts with Applied Connective for network backup and switch replacement. An easement request for an irrigation electrical line was granted. The Board also authorized the pursuit of bid pricing for an emergency services records system.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date April 21, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING April 28, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report; Easement Request : Jordan Hakanson to bury electrical line from the SW ¼ of 9 -5-7 crossing County Road 305 to the NW ¼ of 16-5-7 for irrigation 9:15 A.M. Jeff Franklin, County Sheriff: monthly report: monthly report 9:25 A.M. Jennifer Fleischer, County Attorney: monthly report / quarterly report 9:40 A.M. Mark Johnson, Building & Grounds Superintendent: monthly report 9:50 A.M. David Wangila, UNL Extension Educator: monthly report 10:00 A.M. Jon Cannon, with guest Senator Dave Murman: NACO Update 10:30 A.M. Haley Malone, Emergency Manager [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on April 21, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on April 15, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Scott Bitterman. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held April 14, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held April 14 , 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. M otion carried. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Tom presented an easement request from Jordan Hakanson . Motion by Shaw and seconded by Pavelka to approve the easement request from Jordan Hakanson to bury an electrical line from the SW ¼ of 9-5-7 crossing County [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board to discuss Public Defender position and gas pipeline easements

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the Public Defender position and the Bailiff program. The meeting includes a road report and several requests for utility easements. The Board will also review a proposal from Central Square.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves gas program and multiple utility easements

The Board approved a two-year gas enrollment with Constellation Energy and five utility easement requests. The Board also approved March 2026 fee reports for several county officials.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date April 14, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING April 21, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Michelle Oldham, Clay County Public Defender: discuss Public Defender position 9:15 A.M. Julie Bergen, County Court Clerk Magistrate and Judge Burns : discuss Public Defender position and Bailiff program 9:30 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report ; Mechanic’s report for March Easement Requests: Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC to bury a natural gas pipeline from the NE ¼ NE ¼ of 29-8-8 crossing diagonally under Road 321 and Road C to the SW ¼ SW ¼ of 21-8-8; Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC to bury a natural gas pipelin e from the SW ¼ of 16 -8-8 crossing Road 322 to the NW ¼ of 21-8-8; [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on April 14, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on April 8, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Richard Shaw. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held March 31, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Pavelka to approve the minutes of the meeting held March 31, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike and Johnson; Nay: None. M otion carried. Julie Bergen, County Court Clerk Magistrate and Judge Burns, Clay County Court Judge were present to discuss the Public Defender position and the Bailiff program with the Board. Michelle Oldham with Sullivan Shoemaker PC was present to discuss the Public Defender position and answer [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Meeting

Board of Equalization to review omitted real estate values for 2025

The Clay County Board of Equalization will meet to discuss real estate tax valuations. The County Assessor will present over/under values for omitted real estate for the 2025 tax year.

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✓ Decided: Board approves notice of over/under values for omitted 2025 real estate

The Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the March 31, 2026 meeting. The board also approved sending the notice of over/under values for omitted real estate for tax year 2025 based on the County Assessor's report.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date April 14, 2026 @ 8:45a.m. County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Roll Call Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held March 31, 2026 Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: Over/Under Value for Omitted Real Estate Tax Year 2025
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, April 14, 2026, at 8:45 A.M. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met April 14, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on April 8, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Richard Shaw. There was no public input. Minutes of the meeting hel d March 31, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Samuelson to approve the minutes of the meeting held March 31 , 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor, presented her report of over/under values for omitted real estate for tax year 2025. Motion by Bitterman and seconded by Pavelka to approve the notice of over/under values for omitted real estate for tax year 2025 to be sent. Upon rol [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 31, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board to review fiber loop and Central Square proposal

The Clay County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss infrastructure and development projects. The agenda includes reports from the Highway and Weed Superintendents and a request for a utility easement.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves easement for electric well

The Board of Supervisors approved an easement request for an electric well and accepted the Weed Superintendent's monthly report. The Board also received notice from Hamilton County regarding the termination of an Interlocal Agreement for the Veteran Service Officer.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date March 31, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING April 14, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report; Easement Request: Ron Clark to bore a 3” hold from the SE ¼ of 1- 7-7 crossing County Road N to the SW ¼ of 6-7-6 for an electric well. 9:15 A.M. Greg Shuck, Weed Superintendent: monthly update 9:30 A.M. Kyle Oldenkamp, Applied Connective: County Fiber Loop 9:45 A.M. Haley Malone and Kreighton Baxter: Central Square proposal Misc items for discussion when time permits: • Discuss Public Defender Policy Board • Review / appointment to governing boards and committees • Dissolution of Townships • Correspondence for Information/Discussion/Act [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on March 31, 2026 at 9:02 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on March 25, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held March 24, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to approve the minutes of the meeting held March 24, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker , Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson ; Nay: None. Motion carried. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Tom presented an easement request from Ron Clark. Motion by Bitterman and seconded by Samuelson to approve the easement request from Ron Clark to bore a 3” hole from the SE ¼ of 1-7-7 crossing County Road N t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 31, 2026

Meeting

Board of Equalization to review tax list corrections

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve minutes from February 17, 2026. County Assessor Brenda Hansen will present tax list corrections for the board's consideration.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization approves tax list corrections

The Board of Equalization approved tax list corrections for homestead exemptions and omitted property. The board also approved the minutes from the February 17, 2026, meeting.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date March 31, 2026 @ 8:45a.m. County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Roll Call Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held February 17, 2026 Public Input Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: Tax List Corrections
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, March 31, 2026, at 8:45 A.M. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met March 31, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on March 25, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Scott Bitterman. There was no public input. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Pavelka to approve the minutes of the meeting held February 17, 2026, as mailed. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Bitterman entered the meeting at 8:52 a.m. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor, presented Tax List Corrections #3112 through #3122 for homestead exemption changes and omitted property. Motion by Shaw and seconded by Mohnike to accept the recommendation of the Assessor and approve Tax List Corrections #3112 and #3122 as presented. Upon roll call, the vote was as [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 24, 2026

Meeting

Board to consider Fairfield Cemetery asphalt project change order

The Clay County Board of Supervisors will review a change order for the Fairfield Cemetery Asphalt Overlay Project and an easement request for an electric line. The board will also receive reports from the Highway Superintendent, UNL Extension, and the Emergency Manager.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves inmate insurance renewal and road projects

The Board of Supervisors approved a renewal for Catastrophic Inmate Medical Insurance and authorized a road easement and asphalt change order. The board also reviewed general and road fund claims and discussed the creation of a Public Defender Policy Board.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date March 24, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING March 31, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report; discuss and approve change order #2 for Fairfield Cemetery Asphalt Overlay Project C-18(372) Easement Request: Elting 1950 to bury electric line from the NW ¼ of 34- 5-5 crossing County Road 302 to the SW ¼ of 27-5-5 9:15 A.M. Holli Alley and David Wangila, UNL Extension: quarterly report 9:30 A.M. Haley Malone, Emergency Manager: monthly report 9:40 A.M. Mark Johnson, Building & Grounds Superintendent: monthly report 9:50 A.M. Greg Shuck, Weed Superintendent: monthly report 10:00 A.M. Steve Johnson, Clay Center City Council: memo sign in th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on March 24, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on March 18, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held March 17, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held March 17, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker , Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson ; Nay: None. Motion carried. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Tom presented an easement request from Elting 1950. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Shaw to approve the easement request from Elting 1950 to bury an electrical line from the NW ¼ of 34-5-5 crossing County Road [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026

Meeting

Board to consider box culvert project and utility easement requests

The Clay County Board of Supervisors will review road reports and discuss an engineering proposal for Box Culvert Project C-18(373). The board will also consider easement requests for a natural gas pipeline and an electrical line.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves road engineering and utility easements

The Board approved an engineering proposal for a box culvert project and two utility easements for gas and electric lines. Other actions included approving the surplus of Sheriff's Office firearms for sale and authorizing backup internet services via Starlink.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date March 17, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING March 24, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report ; Mechanic’s report for February; Discuss and motion to sign Engineering Proposal for Box Culvert Project C- 18(373) Easement Requests: Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC to bury a natural gas pipeline from the SW ¼ SE ¼ of 4-6-6 crossing Road 312 to the NW ¼ NE ¼ of 9-6-6; H-4 Farms and Warren & Velda Wilson Foundation to bury an electrical line from the SW ¼ of 22 -6-7 crossing County Road K to the SE ¼ of 21-6-7 for irrigation purposes 9:15 A.M. Jeff Franklin and Kreighton Baxter, Clay County Sheriff’s Department : monthly update; discuss transferring o [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on March 17, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on March 11, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: James Pavelka. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held February 24, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held February 24, 2026 with the date revisions as noted. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads and the mechanic’s report for February. Motion by Bitterman and seconded by Becker to sign the Engineering P roposal with Olsson Engineering for Box Culvert Project C-18(373). U [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 24, 2026

Meeting

Board to consider K-9 fund establishment and road contracts

The Clay County Board of Supervisors will review reports from county superintendents and the South Heartland Health District. The Board is considering the establishment of a Canine (K-9) Fund and the approval of gravel contracts.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves gravel contracts and new K-9 fund

The Board of Supervisors approved several utility easements and gravel contracts. They also established a new fund for the Canine (K-9) Program and granted investment authority to the County Treasurer.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date February 24, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING March 17, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report; Motion to sign gravel contracts; discuss salt shed Easement Request: Tim Yost to bury an electrical line from the NE ¼ of 1-7-7 crossing County Road N to the NW ¼ of 6-7-6 for irrigation purposes; Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC to bury a natural gas pipeline as follows: Crossing #1: a diagonal bore crossing under the intersection of S. Saunders Ave and Road 317 running from the NE corner (Part of the S ½ SW ¼ of 11-7-5) of the intersection to the SW corner (Part of the NW ¼ of 14-7-5) of the same intersection. Crossing #2: a bore under S. Saunders Av [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on February 24, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on February 18, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Vice-Chairman James Pavelka stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and James Pavelka; absent: L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held February 17, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Bitterman to approve the minutes of the meeting held February 17, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Mohnike, Shaw and Pavelka; Nay: None. Motion carried. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Motion by Samuelson and seconded by Bitterman to approve the easement request from Tim Yost to bury an electrical line from the NE ¼ of 1- 7-7 crossing County Road N to the NW ¼ of 6-7-6 for irri [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board adopts asphalt road weight limits and accepts gravel bids

The Board approved a 90-day weight limit resolution for asphalt roads and accepted multiple gravel bids for the coming year. Other actions included approving a commercial review contract and appointing a member to the South Heartland District Health Department Board.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date February 17, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING February 24, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent : Road report ; motion to sign Asphalt Weight Limit Resolution 9:15 A.M. Open gravel bids 9:30 A.M. Jeff Franklin, County Sheriff: monthly update 9:45 A.M. Donnie Batterman: mowing services 10:00 A.M. Jennifer Fleischer, County Attorney: monthly update 10:15 A.M. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: Contract for Appraisal Services with Stanard Appraisal Services, Inc Misc items for discussion when time permits: • Recommendation of appointment to South Heartland District Health Department Board • Approval of the Final Financial Statements for Fisca [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on February 17, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on February 11, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of th e agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held February 10, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Pavelka to approve the minutes of the meeting held February 10, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker , Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Shawna Lindblad introduced herself to the Board as a candidate for the County Clerk of the District Court position. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Tom presented the Board with a Weight Limit Resolution. Motion by Shaw and sec [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

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Board of Equalization to hold permissive exemption hearing

The Board of Equalization will meet to review a tax repayment claim and tax list corrections. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a permissive exemption.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization approves tax exemption and tax list corrections

The Board approved a permissive exemption application for Sutton Community Church. It also authorized a tax repayment to Jordon Harms and approved two tax list corrections for ownership changes and tax refunds.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Meeting Date February 17, 2026 @ 8:45a.m. County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Supervisors Meeting Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting Roll Call Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held December 30, 2025 Public Input 8:45 A.M. Permissive Exemption Hearing Robin Gilbert, County Treasurer: Claim for repayment of taxes RECESS for Board of Supervisors Meeting RESUME upon conclusion of Board of Supervisors Meeting Brenda Hansen, County Assessor: Tax List Corrections
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING MINUTES Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska, February 17, 2026, at 8:45 A.M. The Clay County Board of Supervisors acting as the Board of Equalization met February 17, 2026, as per public notice given in the Clay County News on February 11, 2026, a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in advance notice of the meeting. All the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted at the West wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jim Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: Scott Bitterman. There was no public input. Motion by Shaw and seconded by Samuelson to approve the minutes of the meeting held December 30, 2025, as mailed. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to open the Permissive Exemption Hearing at 8:45 a.m. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Brenda Hansen, County Assessor presented the permissive exemption application from the Sutton Community Church. Supervisor [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 10, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board to consider road project agreement and 1-6 year road plan

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the 1-6 Year Road Plan and open bids for 2026 On-Call Engineering Services. The meeting includes a proposal for a K9 program from the Sheriff's Department and a request to sign an engineering agreement for the Rd 305 Asphalt Overlay Project.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board of Supervisors approves 1-6 Year Road Plan

The Board adopted the 1-6 Year Road Plan and authorized the Sheriff's Department to pursue a K-9 program. Other actions included approving engineering contracts and two gas pipeline easements. A request for county burial assistance was denied.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date February 10, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING February 17, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report ; Mechanic’s report for January; motion to sign agreement with Olsson & Associates for engineering, design, and construction observation for Rd 305 Asphalt Overlay Project #C-18(372) Easement Requests: Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC to bury a natural gas pipeline from the SW ¼ SW ¼ of 11-7-5 crossing Road 317 to the NW ¼ NW ¼ of 14-7-5; Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC to bury a natural gas pipeline from the SW ¼ SW ¼ of 11-7-5 crossing S. Saunders to the SE ¼ SW ¼ of 11-7-5; 9:15 A.M. Open Public Hearing on 1-6 Year Road Plan 9:30 A.M. Open bids [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on February 10, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on February 4, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held January 27, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. The County Clerk advised the Board of a typo in the minutes that were published regarding the meeting date and notice date. The Clerk made the correction for the post on the County website. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to approve the minutes of the meeting held January 27, 2026 with the date revisions as noted. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a rep [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 27, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board discusses road plans and gas pipeline easement

The Board of Supervisors will review a preliminary 1 and 6 year road plan and an easement request for a natural gas pipeline. The meeting includes updates from county superintendents and a discussion on county deposits.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves gas pipeline easement and investment agency

The Board of Supervisors approved a natural gas pipeline easement for Black Hills and designated MasonMiskoSlaughter as a bank depositor for 2026. The board also approved a $400 RC&D sponsorship and an amended interlocal agreement with the South Central Economic Development District.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date January 27, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING February 10, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meetings Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report ; preliminary 1 & 6 Year Road Plan discussion Easement Requests: Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC to bury a natural gas pipeline crossing Road Q about 1250’ North of Road 309 9:30 A.M. Casey Muzic, Midland Area Agency on Aging: program update 9:45 A.M. Donnie Batterman: mowing of County properties 10:00 A.M. Greg Shuck, Weed Superintendent: monthly update; RC&D Sponsorship request 10:10 A.M. Mark Johnson, Building & Grounds Superintendent: monthly update 10:20 A.M. Mike Irons, Veterans Service Officer: quarterly update 10:30 A.M. Brad Slaught [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on January 27, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on January 21, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held January 20, 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Shaw to approve the minutes of the meeting held January 20, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. There was no public input. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. An Easement Request from Black Hills was presented to bury a natural gas pipeline crossing Road Q about 1250’ North of Road 309. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Samuelson to a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Supervisors to review 2026 Noxious Weed Control Plan

The Board of Supervisors will receive monthly and quarterly reports from county departments. The board will also sit as the Weed Control Board to review the 2026 Noxious Weed Control Plan and related reports.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board approves 2026 committee appointments and budget match

The Board of Supervisors approved 2026 governing board and committee appointments and a $15,991.45 budget match request for Region 3. The Board also authorized the signing of 2026 Weed Control reports and plans. Marshall Township claims totaling $3,225.00 were approved.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date January 20, 2026 @ 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING January 27, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Convene the Meeting with notice of the Open Meeting’s Act posting and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda • Minutes of last meeting Public Input 9:05 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II, Highway Superintendent: Road report 9:10 A.M. Jeff Franklin, County Sheriff: monthly report 9:20 A.M. Barb Barnett, Planning & Zoning Administrator: 4th quarter report / annual report for 2025 9:30 A.M. Haley Malone, Emergency Manager: monthly report; Emergency Radio Committee 9:40 A.M. Sara Mertens, Health Department Director: 2 nd quarter report 9:50 A.M. Jennifer Fleischer, County Attorney: monthly report / quarterly report 10:00 A.M. Robin Gilbert, County Treasurer: Marshall Township Claims: Cindy Johnson $225.00 for preparation of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget document [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on January 20, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on January 14, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson; absent: James Pavelka. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held January 13 , 2026 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Mohnike and seconded by Bitterman to approve the minutes of the meeting held January 13, 2026. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. There was no public input. Thomas Roemmich II, Highway Superintendent provided a report on the roads. Jeff Franklin, County Sheriff provided his monthly report. Barb Barnett, Planning & Zoning Administrator provided her 4 th quarter and annual report for 2025. Haley M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 13, 2026

Meeting

Clay County Board of Supervisors to hold 2026 organizational meeting

The Board will elect its 2026 leadership and appoint officials for the new year. The meeting includes employee evaluations and the authorization of several 2026 administrative designations.

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✓ Decided: Clay County Board elects 2026 leadership and approves annual appointments

The Board of Supervisors conducted its annual reorganization, electing L. Wayne Johnson as Chairman and James Pavelka as Vice-Chairman for 2026. The board approved several administrative designations, including the official newspaper and authorized banks for county funds. Multiple county department heads were reappointed for the 2026 term.

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AGENDA FOR MEETING OF THE CLAY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Meeting Date January 13, 2026 9:00 O’clock A.M. @ County Board Room 2nd Floor Clay County Courthouse A copy of the Open Meeting Act is located on the West wall of the Board Room Scheduled times are tentative and the Board reserves the right to alter the scheduled times for the convenience of the Board and Public within the bounds of the law. **The Board reserves the right to enter into executive session at any point during the meeting without advanced notice to the public. DATE OF NEXT MEETING January 20, 2026 AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED BY MEETING DATE, ONLY BY EMERGENCY Emergency nature 24 hours prior to Meeting 9:00 A.M. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Approve/Amend Minutes of the Meeting held December 30, 2025 Public Input Adjourn the Business Meeting for 2025, sine Die NEW BUSINESS Consent of Agenda Appoint Temporary Chairman Election of Chairman for 2026 Election of Vice-Chairman for 2026 Roll Call by newly elected Chairman to commence 2026 business Appointment of NIRMA contact person for 2026 Designate official newspaper Designate web site as additional method of publishing notices Name licensed broadcast media Name Bank Depositors/holding agencies for 2026 EMPLOYEE EVALUATIONS (times are approximate and can be altered as needed) 9:30 A.M. Thomas D. Roemmich, II 9:45 A.M. Barbara Barnett 10:00 A.M. Cara Felber 10:15 A.M. Haley Malone 10:30 A.M. Mark Johnson 10:45 A. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING MINUTES The Clay County Board of Supervisors met at the Courthouse, Clay Center, Nebraska on January 13, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., as per public notice given in the Clay County News on January 7, 2026 a copy of the proof of publication being on file in the County Clerk’s Office. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice of the meeting. All of the proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was open to the attendance of the public. Chairman L. Wayne Johnson stated that the open meeting law poster is posted on the west wall in the back of the room and presided with roll call showing the following present: Scott Bitterman, Eric Samuelson, Glen Becker, James Pavelka, Jesse Mohnike, Richard Shaw and L. Wayne Johnson. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes of the meeting held December 30, 2025 were provided to the board members prior to the meeting. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Mohnike to approve the minutes of the meeting held December 30, 2025. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuelson, Becker, Pavelka, Mohnike, Shaw and Johnson; Nay: None. Motion carried. The Chairman asked if there was any other old business; there was none. Motion by Pavelka and seconded by Bitterman there being no further old business, to adjourn the business meeting for the year 2025, Sine Die. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: Aye: Bitterman, Samuel [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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