Water & utilities in Nebraska local government
What Nebraska city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
161 Nebraska meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Nebraska with the most water & utilities activity
- Hastings, NE (41)
- Fremont, NE (32)
- Fairbury, NE (15)
- Scottsbluff, NE (15)
- Kearney County, NE (13)
- Chadron, NE (9)
- Ashland, NE (8)
- North Platte, NE (6)
- Gretna, NE (5)
- Hebron, NE (5)
- Valentine, NE (3)
- Holdrege, NE (2)
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Utility Board to discuss solar, budget, and ordinance
The Hastings Utility Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss updates on WEC Unit 1, Solar Phase II, and a proposed ordinance. The board will also receive a presentation on the Utilities Budget.
City Council will consider Resolution 1336 to levy new fees and bonds.
The Fairbury City Council meeting will approve the minutes from the July 7 meeting and consider the appointment of Teresa Sammartano to the public library board. Council members will discuss several water‑system pay applications and event requests, and will vote on a resolution to levy and assess various fees, bonds…
City Council to discuss 2026-2027 City and Utility budgets
The Hastings City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 City Budget and Utility Department Budget. The meeting also includes an update from the Midland Area Agency on Aging and Hastings Senior Center.
Council to consider ordinance regulating electric bikes, scooters, and motorcycles
The Ashland City Council will discuss several public hearings, including a conditional use permit for wall and pendant signs at 1342 Silver Street and 111 N 14th Street. Council members will consider Ordinance 1261 to change the Future Land Use Map from TA Transitional Agricultural to RE Residential Estate, and…
Board recommends new utility rate ordinances and infrastructure contracts
The Utility and Infrastructure Board met to review various service agreements, infrastructure projects, and upcoming utility rate changes. The board recommended several actions to the City Council, including new electric, natural gas, sewer, and water rate ordinances for 2026 and 2027.
Council to consider $450,000 economic development award and utility rate updates
The City Council will review a $450,000 Local Option Economic Development Fund award for Quad County Property Management LLC. The body is also considering second readings for 2026-2027 electric, natural gas, sewer, and water rates.
Council to consider wastewater plant roof replacement and new investment account
The City Council will review several Public Works recommendations, including infrastructure repairs and service agreements. They will also discuss moving maturing CD funds into a new investment account.
Council to vote on $10M utility bond for improvements
The council will consider first reading of a $10 million bond issuance for Combined Utilities improvements. Other business includes approval of two subdivisions, a police building design RFP, and a pedestrian median safety ordinance. Several special liquor licenses and a park fee amendment are on the consent agenda.
City Council to vote on second reading of engine brake ban
The council will consider Ordinance 1448 banning engine brakes (Jake brakes) on second reading. Other items include approving a grazing lease at Greenwood Cemetery, payments for sewer and road projects, and a request to block a cemetery entrance for historical walking tours.
Council to consider regulating electric bicycles and scooters
The Ashland City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider Ordinance 1262, which would regulate electric bicycles, electric scooters, and electric motorcycles. The council will also vote on authorizing an agreement with JEO Consulting for a stormwater GIS mapping project costing up to $54,800. Several routine…
Board to consider new electric, gas, sewer, water rates; $662K lead pipe contract
The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider replacing four utility rate ordinances (electric, natural gas, sewer, water) with new ones, a $662,170 contract for lead service line replacement consulting, and several equipment leases. They will also receive a quarterly financial report and consider affirming an…
First reading of electric, gas, sewer, water rate ordinances
The City Council will hold first readings on ordinances setting electric, natural gas, sewer, and water rates for Fremont Department of Utilities for 2026-2027. Other new business includes a $475,000 economic development award to Habitat for Humanity and a $662,170 lead service line replacement consulting contract…
Council to decide on Lake Hastings water level resolution
The City Council will consider a resolution maintaining natural water levels at Lake Hastings without city intervention, postponed from May 11. A public hearing will be held on a Community Development Block Grant project for mobile home park improvements. The council will also vote on a purchase agreement for a Pierce…
Committee to discuss water treatment plant construction loan
The Finance and Keno Committee will consider proposals for a construction loan for the water treatment plant project phase I, discuss purchasing a mower for code enforcement, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
Council to authorize repairs at wastewater facility and approve appointments
The Fairbury City Council will consider a resolution to declare a public emergency and repair damaged wastewater infrastructure, along with approving appointments to various city boards and a special fundraising license for the VFW.
Council to vote on pedestrian safety, alley sale, $640k in warrant payments
The council will hold first readings and votes on two ordinances: one regulating pedestrian use of medians (tabled previously) and another conveying a vacated alley to Dennis and Shirley Ogborn. They will also authorize warrant payments totaling $640,646.58 to Level LLC and First Interstate Bank, and discuss selling…
Council to consider first reading of ordinance restricting engine brakes (Jake brakes)
The council will hold a public hearing for a new liquor license at The Roost on Main, accept the annual audit, and approve contracts for the 6th and Maple Street repair project. The first reading of an ordinance banning engine brakes (Jake brakes) will be introduced. Other items include plans for water tank recoating…
Utility Board to review water and sewer cost of service update
The Hastings Utility Board will receive financial and budget updates, including a cost of service study for water and sewer that may inform future rate recommendations. They will also consider a proposal to reschedule the July 9 meeting to July 23. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and citizen…
County board to hear budget update and Waverly water issues
This joint meeting of the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners and village officials includes updates on the Lincoln City Libraries bookmobile, election boundaries, the SquareOne human services program, Waverly economic development and water, and the county budget. A roundtable discussion and public comment period…
Board considers infrastructure contracts and project amendments
The Utility and Infrastructure Board will review several service agreements and contract amendments. The agenda includes discussions on pavement rehabilitation, streetscape revitalization, and various utility department claims.
Council to hear 2026-2027 budget presentations for Police, 911, Fire
The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple infrastructure work orders (gas main for Central Community College, sewer relines on South Cedar and North Briggs Avenue, Well 17 upgrades, and electric conversion on 2nd Street), an agreement for asbestos cleanup at the former middle school, and a…
Council considers Vala's Orchard liquor license and major land-use changes
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on a liquor license for Vala's Orchard Cider Co. and vote on second readings of ordinances to annex and rezone land for mixed-use and industrial development. They will also approve payment requests for infrastructure projects and consider a pedestrian overpass agreement.
Wastewater treatment plant roof repair and building tin replacement on agenda
The Public Works Committee will discuss and make recommendations on replacing tin at 117 W 3rd Street, rooing a street closure for the JCH&L Car Show on July 2nd from 2:30–10:30pm, and roof repair at the wastewater treatment plant. They will also approve the May 5th meeting minutes.
Council to vote on rezoning at East Francis and Bryan Avenue
The North Platte City Council will take final action on a rezoning of land at East Francis Street and Bryan Avenue, consider a redevelopment plan for Newberiy Village, accept completion of street and sewer projects, and introduce a new pedestrian safety ordinance banning median use.
Council to approve water main change orders and firework restrictions
The city council will discuss and vote on several resolutions including firework restrictions for July 4th, temporary road closure for Lions Club parade, change orders for two water main replacement projects, approval of a free swim day, and sidewalk improvement applications. They will also hear a program update from…
Board to consider award of 1st Street Reconstruction Project
The Utility and Infrastructure Board will vote on awarding the 1st Street Reconstruction Project to Sawyer Construction Company and consider placing 'No Parking Anytime' signs at Calvary Cemetery. The board will also approve minutes and accounts payable totaling $4,106,572.35 through May 26, 2026.
Council considers new comprehensive development plan and water fee hikes
The Ashland City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on a new Comprehensive Development Plan, vacation of a street and alley, and updated water/wastewater charges. They will also vote on several conditional use permits and set nuisance hearings for six properties.
City Council to consider health insurance options and transmission line change order
The City Council will review health insurance options from the Jones Group and a change order for a transmission line rebuild. The body will also vote on appointments for the Board of Adjustments and the Volunteer Fire Department.
Downtown Business Improvement District discusses street furniture and utilities
The Board will discuss utility solutions, street amenities, and seasonal decorations. The meeting includes reports from city officials regarding parking lots and various internal committees.
Public hearing on utility budget, medical plan renewal discussed
The council will hold a public hearing on the Proprietary Budget for City of Fairbury Utilities for 2026-2027, and consider recommendations on that budget. They will also discuss medical plan renewal options, an interlocal agreement for the South Jefferson Land Bank, a skid loader rental for the Street Department, and…
Utility Board to review Lead Copper Rule and Conservation Plan updates
The Hastings Utility Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss operational updates, including the Consumer Confidence Report and Lead Copper Rule compliance, a Conservation Plan update, and a Natural Gas Public Awareness Survey. The board will also consider approval of April 2026 meeting minutes and receive…
Board to consider Safe Streets plan, power plant amendment, and resignation
The Utility and Infrastructure Board will vote on a consent agenda including minutes and accounts payable totaling over $3.8 million. Regular agenda items include accepting a board resignation, renewing SolarWinds help desk software for three years, approving an amendment with HDR Engineering for the LDW Power Plant…
City Council interviews candidates for Waterfront Commission
The Newport City Council will interview seven candidates for the Waterfront Commission at a meeting on May 11, 2026. The interviews are scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. The Council may discuss how to vote on the applicants at the conclusion of the interviews.
Council to set minimum water and sewer rates via Ordinance 1258
The Ashland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 1258, which establishes minimum charges for water and wastewater services. They will also vote on a special liquor license for Platinum Pours at a craft show, approve a lease for a monument sign on Highway 6, and authorize a license…
Council to award contracts for major sewer and water projects
The council will consider awarding construction contracts for the Northwest Subbasin interceptor sewer Phase 2 and the 183rd Street Water Booster Station after reviewing bids. They will also hold second readings on annexation of several tax lots and amending sign regulations in the Good Life District, plus a third…
Committee to consider replacing downtown trees with hardscape
The Public Works Committee will discuss and recommend action on replacing trees and vegetation around the courthouse square with hardscape, and discuss a water security grant project. They will also approve prior meeting minutes.
Water system upgrades, LB-840 sales tax review on agenda
The city council will hold a public hearing on the semi-annual review of the Local Option Municipal Sales Tax (LB-840) program. They will consider change order #1 and a bid for the distribution system improvement and high service pump station project, and a water security grant recommendation. Other items include…
City Council to approve lease amendment, stormwater fees, and $600K mall funds
The Norfolk City Council will hold public hearings on a lease amendment for 280 Park Avenue and a permit for a music festival at 801 and 901 Church Street. The council will also vote on a design-build contract for flood mitigation, amendments to stormwater fees, and an appropriation of $600,000 for Military Circle…
Board to consider airport taxiway and downtown parking lot contracts
The Utility and Infrastructure Board will consider several contracts and appointments, including a new Street Superintendent, a contract for the Airport Parallel Taxiway Reconstruction Project with Paulsen Inc., and a bid award to McGill Restoration for Downtown Parking Lot Reconstruction. Also up for discussion are…
Committee to consider buying property at 117 W 3rd Street
The Public Works Committee will discuss and recommend actions on acquiring real property at 117 W 3rd Street, approving a change order for the South Substation Upgrade, and entering into a solar contract with MEAN and Roode Feedyards. They will also consider street crack seal, water courier services, pole attachment…