PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                                 Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                                 January 9, 2014

                                                                                                                 9:30 a.m.

 

            A statutory meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square in Center, Nebraska on the date of January 9, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O'Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding. 

            Supervisor Schlote led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of the meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at the meeting during various times:  Co. Assessor McManigal, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Creighton City Administrator Alison Bentley, Emergency Manager Hintz, Co. Attorney Thomas, Glenn Mannes, Heath Opfer, Zoning Admin. Doerr and Rodney McCloud, Jr.

            Correspondence received was: 1. Petition to terminate trust and apply trust funds to Courtroom renovation project.

            The minutes of the December 19 and December 26, 2013 meetings were read.  Chairman Miller approved the December 19 minutes as read with the correction that Chairman Miller was not present at the Christmas Dinner on December 19.  Chairman Miller approved the December 26 minutes as read with the correction that the motion to go into executive session at 10:53 a.m. was for personnel instead of pending litigation and to add the following motion which was inadvertently omitted:  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Swanson to go into executive session to discuss pending litigation at 11:10 a.m.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held on pending litigation.  The Board came out of executive session at 11:30 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on pending litigation.             

Chairman Miller moves the Knox County Board of Supervisors recess at 9:47 a.m. on January 9, 2014.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

____________________________________                               By ______________________________________               

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                              Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:47 a.m., as provided by Sec. 23-272, 23-274 Revised Statutes of Nebraska 1943 (Reissue of 1997).

Chairman Miller appointed County Clerk Fischer as Temporary Chairman of the Knox County Board of Supervisors due to the reorganization process. 

            Temporary Chairman/Co. Clk. Fischer called for nominations from the floor for Chairman of the Knox County Board of Supervisors.  Supervisor Swanson nominated Supervisor Miller. 

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that nominations cease, rules be suspended and to cast a unanimous ballot for Supervisor Miller for Chairman of the Knox County Board of Supervisors for 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #3.  Motion carried.  Supervisor Miller assumed the duties of the Chairman of the Knox County Board of Supervisors for 2014.

            Chairman Miller called for nominations from the floor for Vice-Chairman of the Knox County Board of Supervisors.  Supr. Swanson nominated Supr. Fuchtman.  Supr. Fuchtman declined the nomination.  Supr. Fuchtman nominated Supr. Sokol. 

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Swanson that nominations cease, rules be suspended and to cast a unanimous ballot for Supervisor Sokol for Vice-Chairman of the Knox County Board of Supervisors.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #4.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller announced the 2014 Committees as follows: FINANCING, BANKING & INSURANCE – Virgil Miller, Jim Fuchtman and Marty O'Connor; CLAIMS – Rayder Swanson, Danny Schlote and Marty O'Connor; ROAD & BRIDGE – Virgil Miller, Rayder Swanson, Jim Sokol, Jr. and Kevin Barta, County Highway Supt.; PRINTING - Norman Mackeprang, Jim Fuchtman and Rayder Swanson; PURCHASING – Jim Fuchtman, Norman Mackeprang and Marty O'Connor; COURTHOUSE & GROUNDS - Norman Mackeprang, Virgil Miller, Marty O’Connor, and Joann M. Fischer, Co. Clerk; COUNTY MACHINERY CARE – Marty O'Connor, Rayder Swanson, Jim Sokol, Jr. and Kevin Barta, Co. Highway Supt.; COUNTY GENERAL ASSISTANCE - Supervisors in Respective Districts; COURTHOUSE SUPPLY APPROVAL OFFICER - Joann M. Fischer, Co. Clerk; KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION TAX CLAIMS – Jim Fuchtman, Norman Mackeprang, Danny Schlote and Monica McManigal, Co. Assessor;  SAFETY COORDINATORS – Emergency Manager Kelsy Jelinek and County Clerk Joann M. Fischer; NORTHSTAR SERVICES BOARD - Supervisor Jim Fuchtman; REGION IV MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICE DISTRICT - Supervisor Norman Mackeprang; KNOX COUNTY SAFETY COMMITTEE - Supervisors Rayder Swanson and Danny Schlote, and Emergency Manager Kelsy Jelinek; RECREATION RIVER COOPERATING AGENCY - Supervisor Rayder Swanson; 911 COMMITTEE - Supervisors Norman Mackeprang, Virgil Miller and Jim Sokol, Jr.; NORTHEAST NEBRASKA AREA AGENCY ON AGING - Supervisor Virgil Miller; AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES COMMITTEE - Supervisor Norman Mackeprang; NORTHEAST NEBRASKA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (NENEDD) BOARD - Supervisor Jim Fuchtman; KNOX COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY - Supervisors Rayder Swanson and Danny Schlote; NORTH CENTRAL DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT BOARD - Supervisor Norman Mackeprang; GOLDENROD HILLS (HOUSING) – Supervisor Jim Fuchtman. 

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol to retain Kevin R. Barta as County Highway Superintendent for the ensuing year. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to authorize Co. Treasurer Stark to invest all funds of the County for the calendar year 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to set the 2014 salary for Veterans’ Service Officer Leonard R. Boggs at $19.45 per hour.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Swanson to designate publishing and posting requirements of 2014 Notices of Meeting as follows:  All 2014 Notices of Meeting to be posted on the Knox County Website being www.co.knox.ne.us; the Notice of Meeting for the first regular meeting of each month be published in the Niobrara Tribune, the Notice of Meeting for the second regular meeting of each month be published in the Wausa Gazette; special meeting/quorum meeting notices be published in both the Niobrara Tribune and Wausa Gazette.

          Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:57 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:14 a.m. with all members present.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Equipment repairs; 2. Front mount system for Road Retriever; 3. Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to purchase a pallet fork for the second skid loader at a price of $775.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 4. Discussed roadside mowing options; 5. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to go into executive session at 10:27 a.m. so as to protect the reputation of an individual while discussing personnel.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held so to protect the reputation of an individual while discussing personnel.  The Board came out of executive session at 10:34 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on personnel.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the County Treasurer’s Semi-Annual Report of Summary of Collections, Disbursements & Balances for six months ending December 31, 2013 and that there were no unpaid claims against Knox County as of December 15, 2013.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson to place on file the County Sheriff’s Quarterly Report of Fees Collected between October 1 and December 31, 2013.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

                        Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol that all claims except Claim #01401333, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

                        Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that Claim #01401333, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed and applied to the delinquent note of the reuse loan borrower who had billed service costs to Knox County.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. 

                        Billing was received from Great Plains Communications and from North Central Public Power District after the claims were processed for this meeting.  As the last meeting in January is after the deadlines for payment on the billings, motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to pay the Great Plains Communications bills from the various funds as billed and the North Central Public Power bill from the General Fund with total claims approved of $6,135.10 and the checks to be processed after this meeting.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Discussion was held on the future of the C & C Development Agency.  Director Cerny submitted his resignation effective January 10, 2014.  The Board members will go to their respective Town Boards and ask them if they want to continue the C & C Development program and if they will be making contributions. 

Discussion ensued on administration of the Reuse Loan program.

Emergency Manager Hintz met with the Board on the following: 1. Update on the NIRMA ASSIST grant for AEDs and the cost of the units and cabinets.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to purchase three AEDs and cabinets for a total price of $4,185 and acknowledging the confirmation that Knox County is receiving a $1,500 NIRMA ASSIST grant after the purchase of the three AEDs.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried;         2. Update on writing the hazard mitigation plans.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve the Claim for Property Tax Refund filed by Cornerstone Ranch LLC % Richard McElhaney for refund of excess property taxes paid on the Verdigre School Bond in the 2010/2011 Nebraska Unified District #1 – Verdigre School budget.   By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $98,155.03.

#15731 – Est. of Douglas D. Ober, inh. tax, $32,646.56; #15732 – Virgil Miller, filing fee for Supervisor Dist. #3, 220.00; #15733 – Knox Co. Zoning, zoning plat fees, 100.00; #15734 – St. of Nebr. Game & Parks, tobacco license, 10.00; #15735 – Santee Sioux Nation, dispatching services, 6,250.00; #15736 – TC Complete Repair, econ. dev. pmt., 362.73; #15737 – White Tail River Lodge, econ. dev. pmt., 306.00; #15738 – Grand Central, econ. dev. pmt., 665.73; #15739 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. pmt., 790.80; #15740 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #15741 – Family Variety, econ. dev. pmt., 260.98; #15742 – Commercial St. Bk., interest, 274.25; #15743 – St. of Nebr., rent, 2,205.00; #15744 – St. of Nebr., motor vehicle prorate, 10,996.97; #15745 – St. of Nebr., lodging tax, 1,601.12; #15746 – St. of Nebr., 911 Wireless funding, 3,898.72; #15747 – Lynn Smith, assessments for water, sewer & sanitation services, 311.75; #15748 – Knox Co. Treas., interest, 584.72; ##15749 – Knox Co. Treas., interest, 241.57; #15750 – Commercial St. Bk., interest, 252.05; #!5751 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permit & late fee, 210.00; #15752 – Knox Co. Dev. Agency, annual contributions, 23,532.00; #15753 – Bryan and Darcy Schuett, street improvement, 145.49; #15754 – Knox Co. Clerk, plats, misc. fees, c.c. marr. lic. & copies, 143.52; #15755 – Knox Co. Treasurer, postage for mailing motor vehicle licenses, 185.00; #15756 – Knox Co. Sheriff, fees for order of sale, 72.00; #15757 – Knox Co. Sheriff, auto insp. & handgun permits, 565.00; #15758 – Knox Co. Crt., fines & crt. costs, 2,709.00; #15759 – Nat’l. Pharmaceutical Services, mfg. formulary rebate, 106.68;  #15760 – Paula Veldhouse dba Lindy Country Club, Class C liquor license, 325.00; #15761 – Est. of Ethel Hesse, inh. tax, 7,945.15.

Architect Glenn Mannes and Heath Opfer with RaDec Construction updated the Board on the progress of the Courthouse Elevator Addition.  The Board approved the fifth payment to RaDec Construction in the amount of $105,834.98 during the claims process earlier in the meeting.

            Change Order Number 3.00 was reviewed.  The change order includes the remodel of the Courtroom that was approved by the Board at the December 10, 2013 meeting in the amount of $79,769 (CCP#16), the change to leave brick in the meeting rooms that was approved by the Board at the December 26, 2013 meeting in the amount of $491.00 (CCP#17) and, now a request to add two storage rooms in the lobby that was the former Board room amounting to $6,891.00.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve Change Order Number 3.00 in the amount of $87,151.00 that includes $80,260 that was approved at earlier meetings by the Board of Supervisors making the new amount to be added $6,891 for storage areas in the lobby on the second floor between the new addition and the main Courthouse.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6.  Nay District #7.  Motion carried.

            Flooring was discussed in the area where the new judge’s office will be located as the plans did not address floor covering.   Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve a change order in the amount of $3,806 to add Terrazzo Tile to an area approximately 20 feet near the new judge’s office.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Rod McCloud Jr. with EcoWater met with the Board regarding water treatment for the new addition.  Mr. McCloud will prepare a proposal and submit it at a later meeting.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with all members present.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the Zoning December 2013 Monthly Permits Report, the 2013 Yearly Permits Report and the Permits-Yearly Summary.  By roll call vote. Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was given by Chairman Miller who asked the Board for their opinion as to installing handicap door openers in Annex #1 and Annex #2 and to obtain a package deal.  Opinion was to proceed.

            At 1:00 p.m., the Board presented a plaque to retiring Weed Superintendent Norbert Guenther in honor of his dedicated service to Knox County for 28 years.  Coffee and cake was enjoyed by Mr. Guenther, his family and County officials and employees.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to go into executive session at 1:57 p.m. so as to protect the reputation of individuals while reviewing applications and conducting interviews for the Weed Superintendent position.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held so as to protect the reputation of individuals while reviewing applications and conducting interviews for the Weed Board Superintendent position.  The Board came out of executive session at 2:56 p.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on reviewing applications and conducting interviews for the Weed Board Superintendent position.

            The Board offered the Weed Board Superintendent position to Steven Banks of Wausa.

            The Board discussed setting the 2014 holidays.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to close at noon on December 24 noting this to be done only this year, and the main holidays to be as follows:    New Year’s – January 1, 2014; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – January 20, 2014; Presidents’ Day – February 17, 2014; Memorial Day – May 26, 2014; Independence Day – July 4, 2014; Labor Day – September 1, 2014; Columbus Day – October 13, 2014; Veterans’ Day – November 11, 2014; Thanksgiving – November 27 and 28, 2014; Christmas – December 25, 2014; Floating Holiday in place of Arbor Day – December 26, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5.  Nays Districts #6 and #7.  Motion carried.

            GENERAL FUND.  Salary, 123,740.14; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 29.20; Kenneth Kracht dba Center Garage, parts, labor, 227.00; Center UCC Church, meals for training, 144.00; Century Link, long distance, 64.27; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 9,307.37; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., ins. Co. pays, 21,717.73; Creighton News, board proc., notices, ad, 291.40; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, board proc., notices, 292.20; Donald J. Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; Eakes Office Plus, copy agmt., supp., 187.38;  Ecowater Systems, bottled water, 715.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, pris. meals, 3,237.50;  Health Plan Service, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 1,181.02; Heartland Heating & Air Conditioning, filters, 192.00; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 28.62; Jack’s Uniform & Equipment, supp., 183.94; Jedlicka Hardware Hank, sup., 22.77;  Jo Ann P. Knori, prior service, 20.00; Key Sanitation, LLC, garbage, 104.00; Knox County Economic Dev., reuse loan app., 140.00; Name Redacted, med. prem. reimb., 104.90; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 72.56; MIPS, comp. prog., 659.33; MOIC, memb. dues, 100.00; N & B Gas Co., heating fuel, 1,133.33; Norfolk Daily News, ad, 38.60; Name Redacted, med. prem. reimb., 567.30; Jay Pease dba Pease Heating & Plumbing, annex plumbing, sprinkler repair, 1,025.00; Pitney Bowes, meter rental, 199.00; The Postmaster, postage, 1,553.00; Quill, sup., 577.75; Ray’s Electric, Inc., jail washer repair, 287.42; Reliable Office Supplies, paper, 166.43; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 8,637.72; Ruth Vonderohe, travel exp., 113.00; Shaffer’s Mini Mart, van gas, 105.06; Tammy Henery, snow/ice serv. cont., 721.00; Telebeep Wireless, pager, 51.33; The Monitor, notices, folders, 234.38; Thomson Reuters West, law books, 249.00; US Cellular, cell phone, 84.80; US Cellular, phone, 129.46; Verdigre Farm Service, van gas, 291.21; Name Redacted, med. prem. reimb., 303.50; Wausa Gazette, notices, 108.96; Great Plains Comm., phone, 1,498.28; North Central PPD, elec., 3,621.72.

            ROAD FUND,  B’s Enterprises, grader blades, signs, 2,860.00; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel, haul, 5,336.53; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, heating fuel, hook up propane, 1,348.22; Bauer Built Tire, tire, 912.00; Bomgaars Supply, Inc., shop supplies, 1,949.30; Brody Chemical, broom handle, 205.83; Carhart Lumber Co., office renovation, 1,156.37; CHS, gas, 252.21; City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; City of Creighton, water, sewer, garbage, 126.39; Grossenburg Imp. Inc., repairs, 18.63; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 3,362.32; J & K Auto, gas, 233.10; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 319.82; Name Redacted, med. prem. reimb., 411.26; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop supp., 99.85; Jonny Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, repairs, 1,942.81; Kayton Int’l., Inc., repairs, 223.78; Kevin B. Barta, lic. renewal, 50.00; Key Sanitation, LLC, garb., 116.00; Kimball Midwest, shop supp., 274.97; Light & Siren, repairs, 295.20; Linn Post & Pipe, Inc., repairs, 12.56; Manzer Equipment, repairs, 31.81; Medical Enterprises, drug tests, 98.00; Menford’s Trustworthy Hardware, shop supp., 37.67; Michael Kucera, CDL renewal, 57.50; N & B Gas Co., heating fuel, 2,486.54; NPPD, elec., 49.63; North Central PPD., elec., 434.15; Peitz GMC Service, Inc., repairs, 72.67; Peters Hardware, shop supp., 32.88; Power Plan, repairs, 31,295.18; Roger’s Auto Repair, repairs, 57.00; Rose Equipment, Inc., road patch truck, 213,500.00; State of Nebraska, diesel tax, 416.00; Sukup Service, tire repair, 440.64; Steffen’s Service, gasoline, 37.01; US Cellular, cell phones, 341.14; Vakoc Excavating; gravel, haul, 20,344.03; Verdigre Farm Service, gas, diesel, repairs, shop sup., 3,759.36; Vic’s Service, gas, tire repair, 450.56; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer, garb., 71.75; West Hodson Lumber & Concrete, Co., bldg. repairs, insulation, 43.79.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND,  Century Link, long dist., 3.78; Eakes Office Plus, office supp., 166.13; Microfilm Imaging, scan equip., 46.00; The Postmaster, postage, 569.00; Great Plains Comm., phone, internet, 37.86.

            VISITOR’S IMPROVEMENT FUND,  Great Plains Comm., kiosk internet, 142.08.

            ROD PRES/MODERNIZATION FUND,   MIPS, comp. prog., 123.25.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND, Salary, 200.00; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 15.30; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 13.50.

C AND C DEVELOPMENT FUND,  Salary, 3,300.00; Century Link, long distance, 3.78; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 252.45; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Health Plan Service, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 27.66; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co.,  ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Matt Cerny mileage, 88.16; Quill, envelopes, 8.79; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 222.75; US Cellular, phone, 62.90; Great Plains Comm., phone, internet, 37.86.

            INHERITANCE FUND,  Mannes Architects LLC, architect fee, 4,746.72; RaDec Construction, Inc., new addition 5th pmt., 105,834.98; Rodney W. Smith, pub. def. cont., 2,083.33.

            911 WIRELESS FUND,  Century Link, phone, 281.77; Three River Telco, phone, 121.78; Great Plains Comm., phone, 336.59.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND,  Century Link, phone, 3.01; Century Link, phone, 230.53; Telebeep, tower rent, 1,320.00; Three River Telco, phone, 99.63; Great Plains Comm., phone, internet, 460.71.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                        184,932.58                               

                                                Road Fund                                            295,581.96

                                                Child Support Fund                                       822.77

                                                Visitor’s Improvement Fund                            142.08

                                                ROD Pres/Modernization Fund                       123.25

                                                Economic Development Fund                        228.80                                         

                                                C and C Development Fund                        4,609.07                 

                                                Inheritance Fund                                   112,665.03

                                                911 Wireless Fund                                          740.14

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                 2,113.88                             

                                                                                    Total                601,959.56

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 3:10 p.m., January 9, 2014 until Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            January 9, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:57 a.m.

 

A reorganizational meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square in Center, Nebraska on the date of January 9, 2014 at 9:57 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman O’Connor presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Chairman O’Connor announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the December 26, 2013 meeting were read.  Chairman O’Connor approved the December 26, 2013 minutes as read.       

            Chairman O’Connor appointed County Clerk Fischer as Temporary Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization due to the reorganization process. 

            Temporary Chairman/Co. Clk. Fischer called for nominations from the floor for Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization.  Supervisor Mackeprang nominated Supervisor Swanson.

            Motion by Supr. Miller, seconded by Supr. Sokol that nominations cease, rules be suspended and to cast a unanimous ballot for Supervisor Swanson for Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization for 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #2.  Motion carried.  Supervisor Swanson assumed the duties of the Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization for 2014.

            Supr. O’Connor expressed his appreciation for the years of service as Chairman of the Board of Equalization.

            Chairman Swanson called for nominations from the floor for Vice-Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization.  Supervisor Miller nominated Supervisor Schlote. 

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that nominations cease, rules be suspended and to cast a unanimous ballot for Supervisor Schlote for Vice-Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization for 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Dist. #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none. Abstain Dist. #6.  Motion carried.  Supervisor Schlote assumed the duties of the Vice-Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization for 2014.

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to designate publishing and posting requirements of 2014 Notices of Meeting as follows:  All 2014 Notices of Meeting to be posted on the Knox County Website being www.co.knox.ne.us; the Notice of Meeting for the first regular meeting of each month be published in the Niobrara Tribune, the Notice of Meeting for the second regular meeting of each month be published in the Wausa Gazette; special meeting/quorum meeting notices be published in both the Niobrara Tribune and Wausa Gazette.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to approve Tax Claim #7779 and hereby directs the County Assessor to make the proper adjustments to the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.           

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Co. Assessor McManigal updated the Board on the following: 1. Preliminary sales ratios for 2014; 2. TERC re-hearing; 3. Office staff working on commercial and residential properties. 

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:14 a.m. on January 9, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2014 for a regular meeting.  

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                                 Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                                 January 30, 2014

                                                                                                                 9:30 a.m.

 

               A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square in Center, Nebraska, on the date of January 30, 2014, at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, and Schlote Dist. #6.  Absent was Supr. Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. O’Connor led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.         

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting:  Kevin Mackeprang, Co. Assessor McManigal, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Bruce Hagge, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Co. Attorney Thomas, Jan Jorgensen, Chris Kreycik, Extension Educator Vonderohe, Sheriff Henery, Rod McCloud, Sr., Rod McCloud, Jr., County Surveyor Skroch, and Economic Development Director Cerny.

            The minutes of the January 9, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the January 9, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that the Board came out of the executive session to discuss personnel at 10:34 a.m. instead of 11:34 a.m.

            Correspondence reviewed was:  1. Letter from Thomas H. DeLay, Attorney for Appellant, City of Bloomfield, regarding Withdrawal of Appearance; 2. Letter from Carrie Prokop, Dept. Counsel for U.S. Dept. of the Interior, regarding Entry of Appearance; 3. Email from Ryan R. Yates, NACo Associate Legislative Director, regarding update on PILT Funding; 4. Letter from Larry G. Pelan, CPCU Underwriting & Risk Manager, NIRMA, regarding property value update.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol that the receipts be accepted and placed on file.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $367,033.66.

#15762 – Ed Osborne, Cobra pmt. – ins. prem., 68.31; #15763 – Norbert Guenther, Cobra pmt. – ins. prem., 27.66; #15764 – Niobrara Laundry, econ. dev. loan pmt., 150.00; #15765 - Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. loan pmts., 345.00; #15766 – Knox County Chiropractic, econ. dev. loan pmt., 70.67; #15767 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. loan pmt., 702.70; #15768 – St. of Nebr., hwy. alloc. & mtr. veh. fee (Build Nebraska Act LB84 $5,832.53 inc. in allocation), 152,788.72; #15769 – Nebraska UD#1 Verdigre Bond, monies to pay claims for bond fund SS77-1734.01, 410.65; #15770 – Knox Co. Attorney, STOP funds, 40.00; #15771 – Reg. of Deeds, Dec. coll., 8,461.08; #15772 – Dale Andersen, PR, inh. tax – Ina Marie Andersen Est., 12,765.88; #15773 – Cedar Co. Treas., Dec. coll. – Fire Crof. Gen. & Sink. and Fire Wausa Gen. & Bond, 19,486.57; #15774 – St. of Nebr., Creighton South Proj. – section corners, 800.00; #15775 – Knox Co. Clerk, imprest int., 6.16; #15776 – Clk. of Dist. Crt., Dec. coll., 778.85; #15777 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. loan pmt., 443.81; #15778 – Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. loan pmt., 665.72; #15779 – Pronto, econ. dev. loan pmt., 706.70; #15780 – Est. of George L. Sukup, inh. tax – George L. Sukup, Jr. Est., 107,133.46;  #15781 – Don Henery, list of reg. voters, 88.14; #15782 – Knox County Zoning, bldg. permit, 10.00; #15783 – SID #1, water & sewer hook-up fee (Leonard Olmer), 6,000.00; #15784 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #15785 – Commercial St. Bk., CD int., 277.26; #15786 – Michael D. Skroch, filing fee for County Surveyor, 10.00; #15787 – St. of NE, lodging tax, 1,490.84; #15788 – Robert Ganz, filing fee for Knox Co. Supervisor, Dist. #7, 220.00; #15789 – Est. of Rita K. Sayers, inh. tax, 255.04; #15790 – Downtown Auto Repair, econ. dev. loan pmts., 923.45; #15791 – Grand Central, econ. dev. loan pmt., 221.91; #15792 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. loan pmt., 790.80; #15793 – TC Complete Repair, econ. dev. loan pmt., 362.73; #15794 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permit, 40.00; #15795 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permit, 110.00; #15796 – Est. of Eleanor J. Nielsen, inh. tax, 34,782.92; #15797 – Tammy Henery, two bottles water for Annex #2, 10.00; #15798 – Santee Sioux Nation, equip. rental, 100.00; #15799 – Midwest Bank, CD int., 332.71; #15800 – Knox County obo Creighton Plumbing, econ. dev. loan pmt., 140.00; #15801 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #15802 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #15803 – Knox Co. Zoning, cond. use permit, 200.00; #15804 – Commercial St. Bk., int. on CD’s, 2,507.94; #15805 – Brunswick St. Bk., CD int., 472.60; #15806 – Midwest Bk., int. on CD’s, 5,696.44; #15807 – Knox Co. Sheriff – BIA, BIA reimb. for housing inmates for Dec., 5,159.00; #15808 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. loan pmt., 237.24; #15809 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:50 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:02 a.m. with all members present except Supervisor Fuchtman, Dist. #7. 

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following:  1. Statement of Claim from Bartle & Geier for Commercial Contractors Equip., Inc. on the Lindy North Project.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to deny the Statement of Claim from Bartle & Geier for Commercial Contractors Equip., Inc. on the Lindy North Project.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  2.  Shop inspection lists for each District were handed out to the Board members for review. 

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 10:08 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:21 a.m. with all members present except Supervisor Fuchtman, Dist. #7. 

            At 10:21 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the public hearing on vacating/abandoning a .38-mile portion of 884 Rd. (Platted Road #141) in Peoria Township.

Hwy. Supt. Barta continued with the following:  3. Discussed the fence and rock around the Lindy/Santee 911 tower and the work to be done, cost and materials to use.

At 10:30 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the Public Hearing on the Austin Kube hog barn expansion Livestock Conditional Use Permit Application #CU0013.

Hwy. Supt. Barta continued with the following:  4. Discussed replacement of road signs due to poor reflectivity and damage.  5.  The weed pickup was checked out by the County mechanic.  6. The 1-6 Year Road Hearing is on February 13, 2014, at 10:15 a.m.   7.  Update on the front-end retriever and pallet fork.

Zoning Administrator Doerr met with the Board on the following:  1. Austin Kube’s Livestock Conditional Use Permit Application for a hog barn expansion.  2.  Motion by Mackeprang, seconded by Schlote to place on file the November 12, 2013 Planning Commission minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.  3.  Update on flooding elevation grant.  4.  Answered questions about the Livestock Friendly designation.  5.  Activity on Devils Nest lots.

County Attorney Thomas discussed the following with the Board:  1. Pending appeal regarding acquiring the Bloomfield Property in the name of the United States in Trust for the benefit of Ponca Tribe of Nebraska and that Attorney Tom DeLay has withdrawn from representing the City of Bloomfield.  2.  Electronic needs for the court system and meeting rooms in the new addition.  3.  Claim for reimbursement regarding a stolen rifle purchased and used for evidence.  County Attorney Thomas suggested that the Board may want to ask Sheriff Henery to develop a policy on purchasing stolen property. 

Jan Jorgensen, Project Manager, and Chris Kreycik, Board Member, for the Northeast Nebraska RC&D met with the Board of Supervisors to give the annual RC&D report. The RC&D recently celebrated 20 years and continues to do tours, workshops and programs to benefit the citizens in Knox and surrounding counties.  Mrs. Jorgensen presented the invoice for the 2014 sponsor dues in the amount of $2,000.00, which will be considered at the February 13th Board of Supervisors’ meeting.  Also discussed was the reappointment of Janet Gill to another 3-year term as the Knox County Representative to the RC&D Council.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to reappoint Janet Gill to another 3-year term as the Knox County Representative to the RC&D Council.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing at 11:25 A.M. for vacation and abandonment of the following portion of 884 Road (Platted Road #141) located in Peoria Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows:

A .38-mile portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141) - Beginning at the South Quarter Corner of  Section 19, thence west .38 miles, being located between the SW1/4 of Section 19 and the NW1/4 of Section 30, all in T31N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

Also present was Bruce Hagge. 

It was then moved by Supervisor Sokol, seconded by Supervisor Mackeprang that the publisher’s affidavit of publishing notice herein, be filed with these minutes and as part of this record.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

It was moved by Supervisor Sokol, seconded by Supervisor O’Connor to adopt Resolution #2014-01 to vacate and abandon a portion of 884 Road (Platted Road #141) in Peoria Township, Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

  

RESOLUTION #2014 - 01

 

WHEREAS, upon the public hearing duly held, after proper notice given, it appears that it would be in the public interest to require the vacation and abandonment of the following portion of 884 Road (Platted Road #141) located in Peoria Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows:

 

A .38-mile portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141) - Beginning at the South Quarter Corner of  Section 19, thence west .38 miles, being located between the SW1/4 of Section 19 and the NW1/4 of Section 30, all in T31N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

           

BE IT, FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the County Clerk mail a copy of this Resolution to each member of the Township Board of Peoria Township in Knox County, by certified mail, filing her receipts therefore as part of this record.

 

Passed and approved this 30th day of January 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                               COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

­Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/                                                 By  Virgil H. Miller  /s/                                      

Knox County Clerk Deputy                                                             Chairman

 

Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing at 11:26 a.m., on the Austin Kube hog barn expansion Livestock Conditional Use Permit Application #CU0013.  No one from the public was present for the hearing.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson to adopt Resolution #2014-02 to approve the Austin Kube Conditional Use Permit #CU0013.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-02

 

WHEREAS, Austin Kube has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0013 to construct a 1200 head addition to his existing 1200 head hog barn in a tract of land in the Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 30, Township 32N, Range 2 W containing 5.01 acres and

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice and held a public hearing on November 12, 2013, and

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

 

1)     Applicant shall comply with NDEQ Regulations.

2)     Applicant shall obtain and record updated impact easements from Loren & Cheryl Kube and Charleen Kube.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE AUSTIN KUBE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU0013 BE APPROVED.

 

Dated this 30th day of January, 2014.

 

COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Rayder Swanson /s/                 

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O'Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                                                    

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                                          Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny R. Schlote /s/                

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:  (Seal)                                                  Absent                                  

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/                        Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Schlote to cancel Check #01302793 from the County General Fund payable to Andrew J. Marshall DBA Marshall Law Firm, LLC, in the amount of $1,998.33.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to place on file the Clerk of District Court December 2013 Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

            Extension Educator Ruth Vonderohe met with the Board regarding appointments to the Extension Board.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to appoint Curt Mackeprang to District #5 and Derek Cunningham to District #6 on the Knox County Extension Board.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.  Extension Educator Vonderohe informed the Board that Paul and Caroline Oltjenbruns were nominated for and received the NACEB Annual Adult Volunteer Service Award which will be presented to them on February 6th in Lincoln. 

The Board discussed with Sheriff Henery a claim that was submitted regarding reimbursement for a stolen rifle that had been purchased and used for evidence, the liability to the County for the way it was handled, and the need for a written policy on purchasing stolen property.

Rod McCloud, Sr., and Rod McCloud, Jr., from EcoWater Systems, Lindsay Water Conditioning, Inc., Yankton, SD, met with the Board to discuss water softener and water cooler options for the new Courthouse addition.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept the quotation from EcoWater Systems, Lindsay Water Conditioning, Inc., Yankton, SD for one EWS 5102s Water Softener with the 2” Eco Flow-Pack Valve for the new Courthouse addition in the amount of $3,700.00, which includes set up and 300 pounds of solar salt.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with all members present except Supr. Fuchtman, District #7. 

            The Board made a quarterly visit to the Knox County Jail as per Nebr. Rev. Stat. 47-109. 

            The Shannon Trail update to be held at 12:45 p.m. was postponed until the February 13th meeting.

            County Surveyor Mike Skroch met with the Board to clarify the proper process for land division.  Zoning Administrator Doerr was also present.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol that all claims except Road Fund Claim #01401532, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  After discussion, motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to amend the motion to exclude General Fund Claim #01401442.   Discussion ensued.  By roll call vote on the amendment to the motion.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays District #2.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.  By roll call vote on the amended motion.   Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays None.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.  

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote that Road Fund Claim #01401532, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Abstain District #3.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

Claims totaling $132,654.70 less excluded General Fund Claim #01401442 in the amount of $150.00, for an adjusted total of $132,504.70, are listed at the end of these proceedings. 

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was given by Supr. Swanson who informed the Board that he was contacted by Great Plains Communications about high speed internet in the Niobrara area and the request for a letter of support.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Swanson to place on file the Road Shed inventories for each district.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

            Economic Development Director Matt Cerny met with the Board regarding the C & C Development Agency.  Director Cerny had submitted his resignation effective January 10, 2014, but resumed his position on January 18, 2014.  Supervisor Mackeprang reported that Bloomfield is in support of keeping the C & C Development Agency and Chairman Miller reported that Verdigre is also in support.  Director Cerny is continuing to work on grants and other projects.

            The Reuse Loan Program administration and bookkeeping was discussed.  In the past, it was the Economic Development Director’s responsibility to do the administration and bookkeeping for the Reuse Loan Program.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to give Konnie Thiele, who is employed four days per week as an Office Clerk in the Hwy. Supt.’s Office, the bookkeeping position for the Reuse Loan Program and adjust Director Cerny’s involvement with the Reuse Loan Program to administration of new loans, and to no longer pay Director Cerny $200 per month for doing the Reuse Loan Program bookkeeping, and that Konnie Thiele can be employed as a floater in the other offices in the Courthouse with her hourly wage to be paid by the office that employs her.   By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to pay the annual membership contribution of $1,000.00 to the Missouri Sedimentation Action Coalition to be paid out of the Flowage Easement Road Fund.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

            GENERAL FUND.  Action Sports Center, spell. bee trophies, 126.00; Adams Electric, Inc., elec. annex 2, 2,004.57; Antelope County Court, crt. costs, 8.46; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; AS Central Services OCIO, AS 400, 38.60; BJ Harris, Inc., service agmt. for generators, 1,200.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, van gas, 70.00; Bomgaars, sup., 31.23; Carhart Lumber Co.,  carpet, 1,642.50; Center Garage, repair, parts, 153.00; Century Link, long distance, 60.56; Cornhusker State Industries, plaque, 39.00; Creighton News, sub., 39.00; Dean Wilken, mtg. exp., 31.16; Dollar General, sup., 116.00; Eakes Office Plus, ofc. sup., 91.99; Elite Office Products, ink, 40.50; Farmers & Merchants, safe dep. box rent, 20.00; F & M State Bank, ACH file, 20.00; First National Bank Omaha, gas, misc., 2,714.60; Fred Steffen, mtg. exp., 50.76; Global Med Industries, LLC, defib., 4,185.00; Holt County Independent, print, publish, 4.32; Jack’s Uniform & Equipment, sup., 276.19; Jim Kotrous, mtg. exp., 56.36; John Thomas, fax, 45.00; Keith Nielsen, mtg. exp., 36.20; Ken Foner, mtg. exp., 51.88; Lexis Nexis Matthew Bender & Co., Inc., law book, 238.52; Liz Doerr, mileage, 151.76; Microfilm Imaging Systems, scan equip., 46.00; Mike Kumm, mtg. exp., 36.20; NACO, reg., directory, 177.00; NACT, dues, 75.00; NE Nebr. County Assessor Assoc., dues, 25.00; NE Secretary of State, Notary Div., notary, 30.00; Nebraska Weed Control Assoc., reg., 85.00;  Nebraska.Gov., sub. fee, 50.00; Norfolk Daily News, weed ad., 148.76; Quality Printing & Office Supplies, post cards, 280.78; Quill Corp., ofc. sup., 133.08; Reliable Office Supplies, copy paper, 221.40; Robert Ganz, mtg. exp., 51.88; Scott Ober Construction, materials, labor, 12,300.89; Steven Banks, mileage, reg., 129.28; Telebeep, pager, 51.33; The Verdigre Eagle, notices, sub., env., 330.50; Vickie McManigal, janitor cont., 3,013.27; Village of Center, water, sewer, garb., 993.00; Wausa Gazette, sub., 55.00.

            GENERAL FUND – Excluded Claim.  Name Redacted, reimb., 150.00.

            ROAD FUND,  Salary, 52,780.32; Advanced Energy Fuel, diesel, 1,506.05; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel, haul, 376.00; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, heating fuel, 1,413.75; Bazile Creek Power Sports, repairs, shop sup., 111.49; Bernard Glover, prior service, 20.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil, gasoline, diesel, 397.35; Bomgaars, gasoline, shop sup., 1,147.38; Cedar County Road Supt., meals, rent, 193.76; Cedar Knox PPD, elec., 212.74; Central Valley Ag., tordon, 56.10; CMart, LLC, gasoline, 159.75; Coll. Of Int. Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,969.63; County of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. pays, 9,646.24; Don Pahl, prior service, 25.00; First National Bank Omaha, meals, 74.70; Great Plains Comm., phone, 458.41; Hagge Glass, windshield, 200.00; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 497.88; Hefner True Value, shop sup., 236.31; Herbert Feed & Grain, mobil oil, 672.46; Kevin Barta, title, tire fee, 16.00; Kimball Midwest, shop sup., 173.25; Kuchar Electric, wiring, 1,069.45; Larry Pilar, prior service, 21.00; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Linn Post & Pipe, shop materials, 12.16; Medical Enterprises, Inc., drug, alcohol test, 98.00; MetroCount USA, Inc., traffic counters, 2,087.00; NAPA Bloomfield, repairs, battery, shop sup., 840.78; NPPD, elec., 185.78; NMC Exchange LLC, repairs, 1,074.45; K & S Door Co. Inc., door repair, 414.25; R & K Motor, repairs, 335.34; Reinke’s Farm & City Service, repairs, 98.52; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 3,538.36; Schaefer Grain & Feed, hwy salt, 1,371.50; Schreier’s Lumber Co., bldg. repair, 1,020.00; SourceGas Distribution, LLC, heating fuel,  109.61; Thompson Propane Service, heating fuel, propane, 1,051.95; Village of Center, water, sewer, 26.00; Village of Niobrara, water, sewer, 35.75; Weldon Parts, Inc., repairs, 197.49.

            LINDY NORTH FUND,  Mainelli Wagner & Assoc., eng. fees, 2,320.00.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND,  Century Link, long distance, 3.56.

            COUNTY INSURANCE FUND,  Name Redacted, ded. reimb., 250.00; Name Redacted, ded. reimb., 250.00.

            VETERAN’S AID FUND,  Leonard R. Boggs, emerg. fund, 1,500.00.  

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND, Knox County Register of Deeds, UCC fix. cont., 10.00; Nebraska Secretary of State, cont. filing, 10.00.

            C AND C DEVELOPMENT FUND,  Century Link, long distance, 3.56; Matt Cerny, mileage, 42.56; NEDA, dues, 100.00.

            INHERITANCE FUND, Northeast Community College, pledge amt., 5,000.00; The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Doerr, PC, crt. appt. atty., 1,710.11; Verlyn Luebbe, crt. appt. atty., 340.10.

            911 WIRELESS FUND,  Century Link, phone, 281.83; Three River Telco, phone, 121.78.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND,  Century Link, phone, 230.59; First National Bank of Omaha, webroot, 42.19; Three River Telco, phone, 99.63.

 

     TOTALS

 

                                                General Fund                                        32,374.53                               

                                                Road Fund                                            87,964.26

                                                Lindy North Fund                                      2,320.00

                                                Child Support Fund                                          3.56

                                                County Insurance Fund                                  500.00

                                                Veteran’s Aid Fund                                    1,500.00

                                                Economic Development Fund                         20.00

                                                C and C Development Fund                           146.12                 

                                                Inheritance Fund                                       7,050.21

                                                911 Wireless Fund                                          403.61

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                    372.41                                                                                                                               Total                           132,654.70

                                                Less excluded General Fund Claim         -     150.00

                         Adjusted Total                 132,504.70

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 2:00 p.m., January 30, 2014 until Thursday, February 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting. 

            I, Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk                               Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            January 30, 2014

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:50 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square in Center, Nebraska, on the date of January 30, 2014, at 9:50 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, and Schlote Dist. #6.  Absent was Supr. Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Chairman Swanson presiding.

 Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal, Kevin Mackeprang. Hwy. Supt. Barta, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, and Bruce Hagge.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the January 9, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the January 9, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was Supr. Schlote seeking clarification from the other Board members that there is no conflict in being the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Equalization and also serving on the Board of Equalization Tax Claims Committee.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to approve Tax Claim #7780 and hereby direct the County Assessor to make the proper adjustments to the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.           

            At 10:00 a.m., Chairman Swanson opened the Public Hearing on Exemption Applications and Continued Exemption Applications for Tax Exemption on Real & Personal Property by Qualifying Organizations. 

            At 10:00 a.m., Chairman Swanson opened the Public Hearing on Exemption Form 457 for Sacred Heart Health Services dba Avera Creighton Hospital on four vehicles. 

            Chairman Swanson moves the Board of Equalization recess at 10:01 a.m. for Board of Supervisors.

            The Knox County Board of Equalization reconvened at 10:08 a.m. with all members present except Supr. Fuchtman, Dist. #7.  

            Assessor McManigal gave each Supervisor their District’s Exemption Applications and Continued Exemption Applications for Tax Exemption on Real & Personal Property by Qualifying Organizations to review.  Assessor McManigal reviewed the applications for District #7 with the Board members in the absence of Supr. Fuchtman. 

            At 10:15 a.m., Chairman Swanson closed the Public Hearing on the Exemption Applications and Continued Exemption Applications for Tax Exemption on Real & Personal Property by Qualifying Organizations.  No one from the public was present for the hearing.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Miller to approve the Exemption Applications and Continued Exemption Applications for Tax Exemption on Real & Personal Property by Qualifying Organizations.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.  

            At 10:16 a.m., Chairman Swanson closed the Public Hearing on Exemption Form 457 for Sacred Heart Health Services dba Avera Creighton Hospital on four vehicles.  No one from the public was present for the hearing.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve Exemption Form 457 for Sacred Heart Health Services dba Avera Creighton Hospital on the following four vehicles:  2008 Chevrolet Uplander, 2008 Carry-On Utility Trailer, 2005 Buick Lacrosse and 2002 Ford Econoline.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nays none.  Absent District #7.  Motion carried.

Assessor McManigal discussed the following with the Board:  1. The results were received for the TERC Rehearing held on December 13, 2013, and the TERC upheld the Knox County Board of Equalization’s decision.  Supr. O’Connor commended Assessor McManigal for the good job she did at the hearing. Assessor McManigal stated that Pierce County Attorney, Verlyn Luebbe, represented Knox County in the case and did a good job as well.  2. Valuations are being worked on with the state liaison.  3.  Personal Property postcards and Homestead Exemption applications will be mailed out on February 1st.

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:21 a.m. on January 30, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

______________________________________                            By___________________________________________

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk                              Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            February 13, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of February 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none. Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Fuchtman led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.        

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Jim Borgmann, Tim Braithweit, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Co. Assessor McManigal, Phillip Nielsen, Angie O’Connor, Sheriff Henery, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Emerg. Mgr. Hintz, Clerk of the Dist. Crt. Riesberg, Kim and Gary Kortje, Brian ElDorado, Tracy Buetter, Herrick Twp. Board members Dallas Fiscus and Rick Stewart, Co. Attorney Thomas, Heath Opfer, Glenn Mannes, Ed Bottelfson, Herb Bengston and Will Dangler.

The minutes of the January 30, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the January 30, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that Economic Development Director Matt Cerny resumed his duties on January 18, 2014.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Letter from NIRMA regarding joint training; 2. NACo update on PILT.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:08 a.m. with all members present.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. A request was received from the Morton Township Board to vacate and abandon a one-half mile portion of 877 Road.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to adopt Resolution #2014-03 directing Hwy. Supt. Barta to conduct a study for the vacation and abandonment of the West one-half mile portion of 877 road (Platted Road #734) located between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, all in T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 03

 

WHEREAS the Morton Township Board has requested to vacate and abandon a portion of 877 Road (Platted        Road #734) as follows:

 

The West one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #734) located between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, all in T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

           

WHEREAS the Highway Superintendent must conduct a study of vacating and abandoning such roads, and,

 

NOW BE IT RESOLVED, the Knox County Board of Supervisors hereby directs Hwy. Supt. Kevin R. Barta to conduct a study of vacating and abandoning a one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #734) as described above.

 

Passed this 13th day of February 2014.

 

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Rayder Swanson /s/                 

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O'Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                                          Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny Schlote /s/                    

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:   (Seal)                                              Jim Fuchtman /s/                                 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                         Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

            2.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Bridge/Roadway Right-of-Way Agreement between Knox County and the State of Nebraska Dept. of Natural Resources to install a gauging station five miles west of Verdigre on the North Branch of Verdigre Creek to monitor surface water.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried; 3. Gravel bids will be opened at 1:00 p.m. on March 27; 4. The NIRMA ASSIST program check in the amount of $521.75 was received to be used for the purchase of two traffic counters; 5. Road employee evaluations will be held February 27; 6. Motorgrader repairs; 7. Shed inspections results; 8. Weight limit signs will be put up in a few weeks.

            At 10:15 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the One and Six Year Road Hearing.  Peoria Twp. Chairman Phillip Nielsen and Spade Twp. Clerk Don Henery were present.  Discussion ensued on budgets, State funds received, gravel costs, road projects, bridge projects, oil projects, and the new Federal Buyback program.

            Chairman Miller closed the One and Six Year Road Hearing at 10:47 a.m.

            Angie O’Connor with Avera Health Services presented proposals to the Board for the 2014 Wellness Program.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve Option #2 for an on-site Wellness Program through Avera Health for Knox County employees for a cost of $65 per employee, to allow a $20 credit per employee towards optional tests, to allow an employee the option to participate in a comparable wellness program at a qualified screening with the full cost to be the responsibility of the employee with no reimbursement for such comparable wellness costs if they opt out of the on-site Wellness program and documentation to be presented to the County Clerk that they did participate in a comparable wellness program, and, to those eligible employees who participate in the 2014 Wellness Program and are covered under the County’s health insurance, reimbursement up to $250 of 2014 deductible paid between $250 and $500; for those employees who pay for child(ren) health insurance coverage through HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc.,  reimbursement  up to $250 of 2014 deductible paid between $250 and $500 provided the employee participates in the 2014 Wellness Program.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Dist. #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.   Abstain Dist. #1.  Motion carried.

            Grandview Estates property owners met with the Board to discuss the erosion of the access road into the Grandview Estates subdivision.  The shoreline is coming into the road and the road may become impassible in the near future.  The Corps of Engineers has been contacted about the problem.  Discussion was held on proposed repairs, budget concerns, possibly building an alternate access road, eminent domain and conducting a study of the problem.  The Board will direct County Attorney Thomas to draft a resolution stating that the Board requests the Corps of Engineers fix the problem and that the Corps be responsible for the costs as this is their lake that is creating the erosion problem.  The matter will be discussed at a later meeting.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the Clerk of the District Court January Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to hire Steven Banks as a Weed Superintendent which will be a part-time position and the salary to be $16 per hour with a possible increase after the eight-week introductory period.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:47 p.m. with all members present.

            Brian Markham with Cornhusker Industries met with the Board regarding furniture for the new addition. 

            Discussion was held on a complaint of violations of passing a school bus.  Co. Attorney Thomas informed the Board that the County Sheriff’s Office and his Office do address these violations if reported.

A letter was received from Krotter Hoffman Law Firm who is representing a claimant who claims damages of his vehicle on a township road. County Attorney Thomas directed the Board take no action and the claim be sent to NIRMA.

Architect Glenn Mannes and Ed Bottelfson from RaDec Construction updated the Board on the progress of the construction of the new addition. The project is nearly 72% complete. 

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to approve Change Order #5 in the amount of $2,208 for adding a fire damper in duct in the new storage room, change key cylinder to match keying in existing building, adding lights and rewiring.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6.  Nay District #7.  Motion carried.

            Sheriff Henery has requested a change to the door in the holding room.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to add CCP #21 in the amount of $512 for the change of lockset, change the hinges and add glass vision lite to the door to the holding room on the second floor.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6.  Nay District #7.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve payment #6 to RaDec Construction Company in the amount of $221,250.19 for the Courthouse addition.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Herb Bengston and Will Dangler met with the Board on the Shannon Trail Promoters which is a volunteer program to promote tourism.  Discussion was held on fund raisers, the Promoters asking communities to budget $200 to $300 to be donated to the Promoters, requesting Knox County to donate $500 over the amount of their usual Visitor’s Promo distribution, and tourism events.  No action was taken.  The Board recommended the Promoters continue to apply for the Visitor’s Promo funds.

            Emergency Manager Hintz and Zoning Administrator Doerr met with the Board on proposals for re-writing the Hazard Mitigation Plan for Knox, Antelope and Holt Counties.  Proposals received were:  Olsson Associates, $67,650; JEO, $84,967.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept the quote from Olsson Associates in the amount of $67,650 for re-writing the Hazard Mitigation Plan for Knox, Antelope and Holt Counties, to coordinate with Antelope and Holt Counties for the revisions and payment, and to apply for a grant to be used towards the cost of the revisions.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried.

            Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Tom Kotrous is still working with the NEMA for a grant to repair his home in the river area; 2. Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to approve Amended Final Plat of River Haven, a subdivision in Tract 2, a portion of Government Lot 1 being a part of the E1/2SE1/4 of Section 17, T33N, R7W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried;   3. Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve Knox County Administrative Plat Permit #P0049 submitted by Dillon Cunningham for a 5.644 acre tract in the S1/2NE1/4 of Section 10, T29N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 4. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve Knox County Administrative Plat Permit #P0051 submitted by Roland Johnson for a boundary line adjustment of a 114.46 acre tract in the NW1/4 of Section 24, T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried; 5.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve Knox County Administrative Plat Permit #P0050 submitted by James F. Sorrell for a boundary line adjustment to a 13.43 acre tract in the South half of Section 14, T33N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 6.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the January Zoning Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #6.  Motion carried; 7. Discussion was held on a request for a variance; 8. Update on the recent Planning Commission meeting.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $434,399.31 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $687,333.03.

            #15810 – Knox Co. Attorney, STOP Funds, 40.00; #15811 -  Kevin D. Mackeprang, filing fee Supervisor District #5, 220.00; #15812 – Allan Arens, filing fee Supervisor District #1, 220.00; #15813 – Knox Co. Sheriff, BIA reimb., 1,474.00; #15814 – Mike Beckman, equip. rental & I beans, 144.79; #15815 – Great Plains Comm. Inc., 911 Surcharge, 11,571.42; #15816 – St. of Nebr., 911 wireless, 3,898.72; #15817 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permit, 50.00; #15818 – Michael C. Brandt, filing fee for Logan Twp. Bd., 5.00; #15819 – Commercial State Bank, int., 451.18; #15820 – Brunswick State Bank, int., 1,505.20; #15821 – St. of Nebr., 1st of 2 st. aid payments, 456,657.53; #15822 – Douglas S. Salmen, filing fee  Knox Co. Sheriff, 622.00; #15823 – Farmers & Merchant  State Bank, int., 6,905.24; #15824 – M. J. Brummer, water meter pmt., 50.00; #15825 – Knox Co. Treasurer, int., 877.60; #15826 – Knox Co. Treasurer, int., 240.48; #15827 – St. of Nebr., 1st of 6 homestead pmts. & rent, 45,869.43; #15828 – Ernest L. Ibach, filing fee Supervisor District #5, 220.00; #15829 – Frontier Comm., 911 Surcharges, 5.94; #15830 – Cindy S. Barney, filing fee Supervisor District #5, 220.00; # 15831 – Knox Co. Sheriff, January 2014 coll., 580.00; #15832 – Knox Co. Clerk, January 2014 coll., 204.42; #15833 – Knox Co. Treasurer, postage, 281.60; #15834 – Jody Lynn Fuchtman, filing fee Clerk of the District Court, 550.00; #15835 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #15836 – St. of Nebr., qtrly. reimb. child support, 4,294.00; #15837 – Knox Co. Court, January 2014 coll., 1,209.75; #15838 – Register of Deeds, January 2014 coll., 5,005.87; #15839 – Knox County Chiropractic, econ. dev. loan pmt., 70.67; #15840 – Downtown Auto Service, econ. dev. loan pmt., 923.45; #15841 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. loan pmt., 345.00; #15842 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #15843 – St. of Nebr., hwy. alloc. (Build NE Act LB84 $6,529.30 inc.) and Hwy. Supt. incentive, 129,921.34; #15844 – Steve Wieseler, filing fee Supervisor District #1, 220.00; #15845 – Carol A. Triplett, filing fee Supervisor District #7, 220.00; #15846 – Carol A. Triplett, reg. voter list, 14.85; #15847 – Knox Co. Zoning, plat application 50.00; #15848 – Ernest L. Ibach, reg. voter list, 13.50; #15849 – Brunswick State Bank, int., 378.08; #15850 – Cedar Co. Treasurer, January 2014 coll., 2,999.28; #15851 – Steven D. Wieseler, reg. voter list, 8.94; #15852 – Clerk of District Court, January 2014 coll., 586.50; #15853 – Knox Co. Clerk, int., 9.37; #15854 – NIRMA, traffic count reimb., 521.75; #15855 – St. of Nebr., reimb. of Emerg. Mgr. budget 7,646.13.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Comment on non-agenda items was the discussion on LB 812 repealing the Inheritance Tax and on LB 960 that would reduce the rate of inheritance tax for different classes of relatives.  Testimony in opposition to these bills will be sent to the Legislative Revenue Committee.

            Chairman Miller and Supr. Schlote updated the Board on the recent NACO County Board Workshop that they attended.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the Delinquent Real Estate Tax List for the Tax Years 2012 and Prior.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve the following Resolution, due to the failure of Union Township to petition against vacating and abandoning a portion of 889 Road (Platted Road #443) described in the following Resolution and the Knox County Board of Supervisors directs the Knox County Highway Superintendent to enter the Resolution in the County Road Plat Records and the same be recorded in the Knox County Register of Deeds’ Office. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION NO. #2014-04

 

A RESOLUTION TO VACATE AND ABANDON:                      

A one-half mile portion of 889 Road (Platted Road #443) located between the SE1/4 of Section 25 and the NE1/4 of Section 36, T32N, R5W of the 6thP.M., Knox County, Nebraska, AND

TO PROVIDE FOR VESTING OF THE TITLE THEREOF, TO PROVIDE FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF KNOX, NEBRASKA:

Section 1.  VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF:  The one-half mile portion of 889 Road (Platted Road #443) located between the SE1/4 of Section 25 and the NE1/4 of Section 36, T32N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska; and that no damage will be sustained by the citizens of said County or the owners of property, therein, which matter has been ascertained by the Board of Supervisors.

            Section 2.  VESTING OF TITLE:  That all title to said vacation and abandonment shall revert to the owners of the abutting real estate, one-half on each side thereof, and become part of such property, as provided by law.

            Section 3.   WHEN OPERATIVE:  The Resolution shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage, approval, and publication or posting as required by law.

     ADOPTED AND PASSED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Knox, Nebraska this 13th of February 2014.

 

ATTEST:     (Seal)                                                                    COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                                 By: Virgil H. Miller  /s/                                      

Knox County Clerk                                                                          Chairman                

 

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to pay $1,000 as sponsor dues to the Northeast Nebraska RC&D.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to amend the motion to pay $2,000 sponsor dues to the Northeast Nebraska RC&D.  By roll call vote on the amendment to the motion.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Roll call vote on the amended motion.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            GENERAL FUND,   Salary, 119,231.12; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 19.45; Bob’s Candy Service, Inc., gloves, 8.55; Bonnie R. Cash, prior service, 9.00; Carol Peters, prior service, 15.00; Knox Co. Clerk of District Court, court costs, 137.00; Coll. Of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 8,996.03; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., ins. Co pays, 21704.04; Creighton News, board proc. & notices, 324.30; Dean Wilken, mtg. exp., 96.68; Dollar General, paper towels, 14.00; Donald J. Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; Eakes Office Plus, copy agmt., sup., 384.12; Ecowater Systems, bottled water, 280.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, pris. meals, 4,236.50; ElDorado, Inc., repairs, 105.00; Great Plains Comm., phone & internet, 1,657.98; Bruce Hagge dba Hagge Glass, locks & labor, 185.00; Health Plan Services., Inc., ins. Co. pay, 1,181.02; Heather Jones, mileage, 42.94; J & K Auto, tires, 541.76; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 31.32; Jacqueline Fritz, prior service, 24.00; Jacquelyn Meier, prior service, 21.00; James F. Janacek, prior service, 14.00; Jason Wessendorf, comp. service & repair., 75.00; JoAnn Eisenbeiss, prior service, 45.00; JoAnn P. Knori, prior service, 20.00; John Thomas, mileage & fax chg., 63.46; Keith Nielsen, mtg. expense, 53.00; Knox Co. Register of Deeds, recording, 10.00; Name Redacted,  medicare reimb., 104.90; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 468.78; Lois Colwell, prior service, 27.00; Mary Ketelsen, travel exp., 62.16; Microfilm Imaging Systems, rental, 46.00; Mike Kumm, mtg. exp., 25.00; MIPS, computer programming, 659.33; N & B Gas Co., propane, 1818.70; NAPA Bloomfield, repairs, 601.80; Nebr. Dept. of Revenue, keno fee, 100.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 567.30; North Central PPD, electricity, 2,460.64; Office Systems Co., contract, 121.00; Postmaster, postage, 196.00; Quill, supplies, 341.71; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 7,980.64; Roma Walton, prior service, 51.00; Ruth Vonderohe, travel exp., 194.88; Shaffer’s Mini Mart, gas, 153.76; Tammy Henery, service contract, 721.00; The Monitor, notices, 89.12; University; of Nebr. Lincoln Extension, ShoWorks renewal, 225.00; US Cellular, cell phone, 86.15; The Verdigre Eagle, notices and cards, 87.00; Village of Center, water, sewer & garbage, 1,098.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 303.50; Virginia Buerman, prior service, 27.00; Northeast Nebraska News Company, printing & publishing, 377.13.

            ROAD FUND. Battle Creek Farmers Pride, propane, 771.54; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 653.59; Carhart Lumber, bldg. supp., 578.47; CHS, gas, 130.87, City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; Country Market, shop supp., 7.24; Creighton News, ad, 8.00; Creighton Volunteer Fire Dept., fire extinguisher, 29.00; Dave’s Feed Service Inc., acetylene, 41.99; Doering Trenching, plumbing & labor, 880.74; Gragert’s Grocery, shop supp., 17.97; Great Plains Comm., phone, 473.89; Grossenburg Impl. Inc., repairs, 1,462.04; Hefner True Value Inc., shop supp., 106.49; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 1,907.50; Hradec Diesel Inc., repairs, 42.86; J & K Auto, gas, 165.50; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 266.01; Name Redacted, medicare prem. reimb., 411.26; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop supp., 146.76; Jonny Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep, repairs, 177.07; Kayton Impl. Inc., repairs, 247.16; Mark’s Repair, repairs & labor, 126.20; Midwest Radiator, repairs, 105.00; N & B Gas Co., htg. fuel, 2,202.84; NAPA, repairs, 116.53; NPPD, electricity, 76.38; North Central PPD, electricity, 460.14; People’s Grocery, shop supp., 26.55; Powerplan, repairs, 1,023.78; R & K Mtr. Parts, repairs, 755.17; Ray’s Electric, phone, 88.53; Shaffer’s Mini Mart, gas/diesel, 95.00; Sinclair Sand & Gravel, gravel & haul, 1,700.00; Speedway Truck & Auto, repairs, 100.00; Steffen’s Service Station, gas, 62.46; Bloomfield Monitor, ad, 10.67; The Nu-Towel Co., towels, 619.16; U.S. Cellular, cellphone,349.67; Verdigre Farm Service, gas/diesel, 3,413.67; Vic’s Service, gas, 311.82; Village of Niobrara, water & sewer, 35.38; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer & garbage, 66.45; Walton’s Electronics, CB radio, 83.95; West Hodson Lumber, shop supp., 2.59; Yankton Diesel, repairs, 174.63.

            FLOWAGE EASEMENT ROAD FUND.  Missouri River Sedimentation Coalition, annual contribution, $1,000.00.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Eakes Office Plus, supp., 163.92; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 38.39; Microfilm Imaging, scanner rent, 46.00.

            VISITOR’S IMPROVEMENT FUND.  Great Plains Comm., internet, 142.24.

            ROD PRESERVATION/MODERNIZATION FUND.  MIPS, Nebr. Deeds Online, 123.25.

            COUNTY INSURANCE FUND.  Name redacted, 250.00.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary, 353.30; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 27.03; Knox Co. Register of Deeds, recording, 10.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 23.85; Secretary of State-UCC Division, UCC filing fee, 10.50.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary, 2,604.00; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 199.21; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., ins. Co pays, 602.89; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 38.39; Health Plans Serv. Inc., ins. Co. pays, 27.66; Jason Wessendorf, comp. rep., 97.95; The Lincoln Nat’l Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Matt Cerny, mlge., 67.20; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 175.77; US Cellular, cellphone, 63.35; Yankton Press & Dakotan, publ., 257.10.

INHERITANCE FUND.  RaDec Construction Co., Inc., pmt. #6 Courthouse addition, 221,250.19; Rodney W. Smith, pub. def., 2,083.33; The Law Offices of Jeffrey Doerr, crt. appt. atty., 4,091.05.

911 WIRELESS SERVICE FUND. Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 356.59.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  CenturyLink, phone, 3.14; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 460.96; Lexington Corp., chair seat, 167.00; NESCA, dues, 105.00.

 

                                                                        TOTALS

 

                                    General Fund                                                    178,147.72

                                    Road Fund                                                           21,430.50

                                    Flowage Easement Road Fund                               1,000.00

                                    Child Support Fund                                                   248.31

                                    Visitor’s Improvement Fund                                       142.24

                                    ROD Preservation/Modernization Fund                      123.25

                                    County Insurance Fund                                             250.00

Economic Development Fund                                    424.68

                                    C & C Development Fund                                       4,135.35

                                    Inheritance Fund                                               227,424.57

                                    911 Wireless Service Fund                                        336.59

                                    911 Emergency Fund                                                736.10

                                                                         Total                           434,399.31

 

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 3:50 p.m., February 13, 2014 until Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            February 13, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square in Center, Nebraska on the date of February 13, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the January 30, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the January 30, 2014 minutes as read.  

            At 9:52 a.m., Chairman Swanson opened the advertised public hearing for Application for Exemption from Motor Vehicle Taxes submitted by Sacred Heart Health Services dba Avera Creighton Hospital. 

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Miller to approve Tax Claims #7781 and #7782 and hereby direct the County Assessor to make the proper adjustments to the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.           

            Chairman Swanson closed the open public hearing at 9:57 a.m.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to approve Form 457 Application for Exemption from Motor Vehicle Taxes for Sacred Heart Health Services dba Avera Creighton Hospital on a 2005 Chevrolet pickup.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Co. Assessor McManigal updated the Board on the 2014 valuation roster. 

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:08 a.m. on February 13, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2014 for a regular meeting.  

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            February 27, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of February 27, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Schlote Dist. #6. Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Fuchtman led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.        

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting:  Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Co. Assessor McManigal, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Veta Hungerford, Econ. Dev. Dir. Cerny, Sheriff Henery, Co. Attorney Thomas, Emerg. Mgr. Hintz and Zoning Admin. Doerr.

The minutes of the February 13, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the February 13, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that Jim Borgmann was present.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:05 a.m. with all members present except Supr. Schlote Dist. #6.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to adopt Resolution #2014-05 adopting the 2014 One and Six Year Construction Plans/Maps.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent District #6.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION 2014-05

 

In pursuant with Section 10 of LB 1302, Knox County did hold its Public Road Hearing on February 13, 2014.  Enclosed under separate cover is a One Year Map and Six Year Map with current project listings and future listings, also proof of publication.  The Knox County Board of Supervisors wishes to adopt these construction plans as compiled by Knox County Highway Superintendent, Kevin R. Barta, at this time.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Rayder Swanson /s/                                          Virgil H. Miller /s/                  

Marty O’Connor, District #1                   Rayder Swanson, District #2                             Virgil Miller, District #3

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                              Norman Mackeprang /s/                                                Absent                                     

James Sokol, Jr., District #4                 Norman Mackeprang, District #5                                   Danny Schlote, District #6

 

ATTEST:   (Seal)                                  Jim Fuchtman /s/                                 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                             Jim Fuchtman, District #7

Knox County Clerk

 

            2.  Discussion was held on purchasing a truck tractor, a belly dump trailer, and updating the truck tractor that pulls the lowboy trailer.  The Board said the current truck tractor for the lowboy trailer can be used for a while and Hwy. Supt. Barta is to research prices for a truck tractor and belly dump trailer; 3. Bridge projects; 4. Buyback funds should be distributed in March; 5. Mark Simpson wants to purchase 911 signs to place near his home; 6. A landowner will be removing his fence near Devils Turn Table so the County will do road work in the area at that time; 7. Kenworth truck repairs; 8. Lizard repairs; 9. Pesticide training; 10. A landowner is now in disagreement of the proposed vacation of a Peoria Township Road.

Veta Hungerford with North Central District Health Dept. met with the Board on a Responsible Beverage Service training policy.  While the State of Nebraska does not require servers to take training, counties and villages/cities can adopt a resolution making it mandatory for servers at special events to be trained prior to the event such as catering, beer gardens, wedding dances, celebrations, etc.  Buffalo and Lancaster Counties have adopted this requirement.  No action was taken.

Economic Development Director Cerny updated the Board on C & C Development projects and the Economic Development Loan program. 

Sheriff Henery and Economic Development Director Cerny updated the Board on the juvenile justice grant that was approved for 2013 and 2014. 

Emergency Manager Hintz met with the Board on the following: 1. Update on the progress of re-writing the Hazard Mitigation Plan.  A letter was drafted to the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency stating that Knox County will be responsible for $5,699.68 of the total of $16,913.00 for the update of the Knox/Antelope/Holt Counties (Tri-County) Hazard Mitigation Plan.  Also Chairman Miller signed the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Interlocal Government Agreement; 2. Emergency Manager Hintz was appointed to the Nebraska Resource Accountability Team.  A letter of commitment is needed allowing Emergency Manager Hintz to travel to other locations in the State if her assistance is needed for training or disasters and to allow her to be absent from Knox County for up to 7 days with pay.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Nebraska Resource Accountability Team Letter of Commitment.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried.

Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the January 14, 2014 Planning Commission meeting minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried; 2. Update on vacating easements in the Devils Nest and the sale of lots.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve the following Resolution, due to the failure of Bohemia Township to petition against vacating and abandoning a portion of 883 Road described in the following Resolution and the Knox County Board of Supervisors directs the Knox County Highway Superintendent to enter the Resolution in the County Road Plat Records and the same be recorded in the Knox County Register of Deeds’ Office. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. #2014- 06

 

A RESOLUTION TO VACATE AND ABANDON:          

The East .75-mile portion of 883 RD (Platted Road #560) between the S1/2 of Section 25 and the N1/2 of Section 36, all in T31N, R7W of the 6th P.M., in Bohemia Township, Knox County, Nebraska

TO PROVIDE FOR VESTING OF THE TITLE THEREOF, TO PROVIDE FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF KNOX, NEBRASKA:

Section 1.  VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF:  the East .75-mile portion of 883 RD (Platted Road #560)

between the S1/2 of Section 25 and the N1/2 of Section 36, all in T31N, R7W of the 6th P.M., in Bohemia Township, Knox County, Nebraska; and that no damage will be sustained by the citizens of said County or the owners of property, therein, which matter has been ascertained by the Board of Supervisors.

     Section 2.  VESTING OF TITLE:  That all title to said vacation and abandonment shall revert to the owners of the abutting real estate, one-half on each side thereof, and become part of such property, as provided by law.

     Section 3.   WHEN OPERATIVE:  The Resolution shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage, approval, and publication or posting as required by law.

     ADOPTED AND PASSED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Knox, Nebraska this 27th of February 2014.

 

ATTEST:       (Seal)                                                      COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                    OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                     By: Virgil H. Miller /s/                           

Knox County Clerk                                                                Chairman                

 

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to approve a $500 donation to SD/NE Purple Loosestrife Management Project, Inc. for purple loosestrife beetles.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to accept and place on file the resignation of Washington Twp. Treasurer Marvin Soucek and appointment of Clint Miller as Washington Township Treasurer.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent District #6.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the Surety Bond for Washington Twp. Treasurer Clint Miller.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried.

There was no public comment on agenda items.

There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

Legislative updates were a review of the testimony sent regarding LB 812 and LB 960.

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that all claims except Claim #1703 from the General Fund in the amount $430.84 and Claim #1752 from the Road Fund in the amount of $576.85, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried.  

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol that Claim #1703 from the General Fund in the amount of $430.84 and Claim #1752 from the Road Fund in the amount of $576.85, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #1.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried.

            Claims totaling $133,168.37 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $93,412.47.

#15856 - Name Redacted, Cobra pmt, 54.62; #15857 – Name Redacted, Cobra pmt., 27.66; #15858 – Stephen Davis, filing fee – Logan Twp. Bd., 5.00; #15859 – Eugene Morrill, filing fee – Logan Twp. Bd., 5.00; #15860 – John Thomas, filing fee – Knox Co. Atty., 550.00; #15861 – Melvin Barger, filing fee – Hill Twp. Bd., 10.00; #15862 – Jeffery A. Uhlir, filing fee – Supt. Dist. #3, 220.00; #15863 – Brunswick St. Bank, int., 850.68; #15864 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. loan pmt., 443.81; #15865, Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. loan pmt., 665.72; #15866 – Pronto, econ. dev. loan pmt., 706.70; #15867 – Pierce Co. Treasurer, collections – Sch. Dist. 13 Gen., Bldg. & Capi., 275.08; #15868 – Estate of James T. Goetz Sr., inh. tax, 3,849.78; #15869 – Frontier Communications, 911 surcharges, 5.94; #15870 – Jeri Fuchtman, list of reg. voters, 7.40; #15871 – Knox Co. Zoning, plat permits, 100.00; #15872 – Midwest Bank, CD int., 2,341.59; #15873 – Knox County Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #15874 – CHS, patronage dividend, 19.64; #15875 – Knox County Sheriff, 4th qtr. 2013 fees & mlge., 3,275.65; #15876 – James Fuchtman, list of reg. voters, 30.50; #15877 – Knox County Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00;  #15878 – Knox County Zoning, bldg. permit, 60.00; #15879 – State of Nebraska, lodging tax, 2,082.64; #15880 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #15881 – TC Complete, econ. dev. loan pmt., 362.73; #15882 – Douglas S. Salmen, list of reg. voters, 91.50; #15883 – Knox County Treasurer, marr. lic., 15.00; #15884 – Kelly Marshall, filing fee – Supr. Dist. #1, 220.00; #15885 – Knox County Dev. Agency, annual contributions, 906.00; #15886 – Commercial St. Bk., int., 277.26; #15887 – Brunswick State Bank, int., 630.14;  #15888 -  Knox County Zoning, bldg. permit, 430.00; #15889 - Van J. Radosti, inh. tax - Elizabeth F. Radosti Est., 49,662.50; #15890 – NACO, reg. reimb., 100.00; #15891 – John Thomas Trust, inh. tax-Melvin Neumann Est., 9,494.52; #15892 – John Thomas Trust, inh. tax-Melvin Neumann Est., 8,815.41; #15893 – John Thomas Trust, inh. tax-Melvin Neumann Est., 6,780.00.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:50 p.m. with all members present except Supr. Schlote District #6.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to go into executive session at 12:55 p.m. so as to protect the reputation of individuals while conducting road employee evaluations.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #6.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held so as to protect the reputation of individuals while conducting road employee evaluations.  The Board came out of executive session at 3:26 p.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on road employee evaluations.

GENERAL FUND.  Ann Flood, mental health hrg., 50.00; AS Central Services, AS 400 use, 38.60; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 87.51; Bomgaars, sup., 206.97; Center Garage, oil chg., bulb & labor, 49.00; CenturyLink, long distance, 83.47; Chuck’s Auto Repair, rep. weed pickup, 62.00; Clk. of Supreme Crt., appeal costs, 175.00; Creighton Pronto, gas, 430.84; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, publ., 542.47; Dale P. Riesberg, mtg. exp., 25.00; Daniel Fullner, mental health hrg., 97.40; Danny Schlote, reimb. of gas, 20.00; Dean Wilken, mtg. exp., 31.16; Dollar General, supp., 251.40; Eakes Office Plus, paper & supp., 575.08; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, training meals, 55.39; Electronic Engineering, radio rep., 495.05; F. & M. St. Bk., ACH file, 20.00; First Nat’l Bank of Omaha, gas, meals, supp., 1,609.98; Fred Steffen, mtg. exp., 50.76; Greg Kuhlman, mtg. exp., 38.44; Holiday Inn Kearney, lodging, 343.80; Jim Kotrous, mtg. exp., 56.36; Joseph Kudera, training, 91.00; Kami Hooey, crt. rep., 120.25; Keith Nielsen, mtg. exp., 36.20; Ken Foner, mtg. exp., 51.88; Kendra Cornell, meals, 18.14; Knox Co. Sheriff, paper serv., 164.88; Madison Co. Sheriff, mental health hrg., 56.06; Marjorie Schaffer, mental health hrg., 66.80; Mike Kumm, mtg. exp., 36.20; Moody Motor Co. Inc., rep., 22.50; Nancy Schramm, crt. rep. mental health hrg., 50.00; NAPA Bloomfield, filter, 18.40; Northeast Nebr. News Co., publ., 9.88; Northeast Nebr. RC&D, 2014 dues, 2,000.00; Quill Corp., sup., 475.96; The Farner Co., utensils, 149.93; U.S. Cellular, cellphone, 130.94; Vickie McManigal, janitor cont., 3,013.27; Wintronic, battery backup, 19.00.

            ROAD FUND,  Salary, 42,713.59; Anderson Auto Group, pickup, 23,769.00; Avera Medical Group, drug test, 50.00; B’s Enterprises, bit, blades, signs, 8,570.25; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, propane, 637.50; Bernard Glover, prior serv., 20.00; Bloomfield Medical, drug test, 200.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil, gasoline, 401.00; Bomgaars, rep, gas, sup., 1,400.34; Cedar-Knox PPD, elec., 192.30; CMart, LLC, gas, 72.30; Coll. of Int. Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,199.50; County of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. pays, 9,646.24; Creighton Pronto, gas, 576.85; Crofton Journal, ad, 6.30; Donald Pahl, prior serv., 25.00; First National Bank Omaha, kits, training, 519.04; Freeman Oil, LLC, diesel, 1,866.00; Health Plan Services, ins. Co. pays, 497.88; Kevin Barta, title, tire fee, filing fee, 49.00; Kimball Midwest, shop sup., 84.38; Larry Pilar, prior serv., 21.00; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Nebraska Public Power, elec., 187.47; Pahl Construction, equip. rent., 4,026.81; Pomp’s Tire Service, Inc., tires, 270.30; Retirement Plan Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 2,858.87;  SourceGas Dist. LLC, heating fuel, 142.59; Village of Center, water, sewer, 23.00.

            LINDY NORTH BIA ROAD FUND,  Nebraska Dept. of Roads, cost share on proj., 17,693.59.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND,  Century Link, long dist., 4.92; Quill Corp., sup., 231.89.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND,  NENEDD, RLF Admin, 330.00; UCC Division, UCC filing, 10.50.

            C AND C DEVELOPMENT FUND,  Century Link, long dist., 4.92; First National Bank Omaha, travel exp., 13.93.

            INHERITANCE FUND,  The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Doerr, PC, crt. appt. atty., 208.38.

            911 WIRELESS FUND,  Century Link, phone, 281.83.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND,  Bryan Ruhr, mtg. exp., 25.00; Century Link, phone, 230.59; Kevin Barta, mtg. exp., 25.00; Kevin Sonnichsen mtg. exp., 25.00; Pat Wintz, mtg. exp. mileage, 38.44; Paul Schoenberner, mtg. exp. mileage, 58.60.

 

          TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                                    11,926.97                                               

                                                Road Fund                                                       102,058.81

                                                Lindy North Fund                                              17,693.59

                                                Child Support Fund                                                  236.81

                                                Economic Development Fund                                  340.50

                                                C and C Development Fund                                      18.85           

                                                Inheritance Fund                                                    208.38

                                                911 Wireless Fund                                                 281.83

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                             402.63                       

                                                                                    Total                            133,168.37

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 3:26 p.m., February 27, 2014 until Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            February 27, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of February 27, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Schlote Dist. #6.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the February 13, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the February 13, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Co. Assessor McManigal updated the Board on the proposed 2014 valuations.

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:05 a.m. on February 27, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                           Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            March 13, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of March 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none. Chairman Miller presiding.

Co. Clerk Fischer led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.      

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Chris Adelman, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Co. Assessor McManigal, David Cunningham, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Crofton City Econ. Dev. Director Linda Wuebben, Knox Co. Econ. Dev. Director Cerny, Co. Sheriff Henery, Deputy Sheriff Clay Zimmerman, Great Plains Comm. Representative Doug Ptacnik, Co. Attorney Thomas, Emerg. Mgr. Hintz, Glenn Mannes and Ed Bottelfson.

The minutes of the February 27, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the February 27, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Corps of Engineers’ letter on 2014 interagency meeting to be held March 25;     2. Receipt and newsletter from Missouri Sedimentation Action Coalition; 3. NIRMA letter on the ASSIST grant received in the amount of $1,500 to be used towards the purchase of AEDs.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $339,371.19.

            #15894 – Midwest Bank, int., 768.77; #15895 – Knox Co. Attorney, Stop funds, 40.00; #15896 – Knox County Zoning, bldg. pmts., 289.00; # 15897 – Knox Co. Sheriff-BIA, BIA reimb for Jan. housing, 6,365.00; #15898 – St. of Nebr., rent, 2,205.00; #15899 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. pmt., 790.80;  #15900 – Midwest Bank, int., 2,495.34; #15901 – M. J. Brummer, water meter pmt., 50.00; #15902 – James J. Borgmann, filing fee for Co. Supr. Dist. #7 (Republican), 220.00; #15903 – Boyd Strope, inh. tax-Lela M Strope Est., 4,656.03; #15904 – Santee Sioux Nation dba Ohiya Casino, reimb. of liquor license publ., 11.25; #15905 – Knox County Treas., int., 699.97; #15906 – Knox County Treasurer, int., 220.34; #15907 – State of Nebraska, 2nd of 6 homestead pmts. & 911 funding, 49,272.39; #15908 – Matthew R. Fischer, filing fee for Clk. of Dist. Crt. (Republican), 550.00; # 15909 – Ward Adema, filing fee for Co. Supr. Dist. #3 (Republican), 220.00; #15910 – Kerry Kolterman, filing fee for Co. Supr. Dist. #1 (Democrat), 220.00; #15911 – NCPPD, in lieu of tax, 98,100.00; #15912 – NCPPD, ’57 in lieu of tax, 79.62; #15913 – Knox Co. Court, fines & crt. costs, 2,413.25; #15914 – NIRMA, grant for AED’s, 1,500.00; #15915 – Knox Co. Treas., postage for mailing mtr. veh. licenses, 157.60; #15916 – Leslie Yule, filing fee for Hill Twp. Bd., 10.00; #15917 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #15918 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70; #15919 – Knox Co. Chiropractic, econ. dev. pmt., 70.67; #15920 – Niobrara Laundry Service, econ. dev. pmt., 100.00; #15921 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. pmt., 345.00; #15922 – Knox Co. Sheriff, auto insp. & handgun permits, 665.00; #15923 – Knox Co. Clerk, imprest int., 8.33; #15924 – Ameritas, return of ineligible contributions, 8.87; #15925 – Knox Co. Clerk, plats, rec., misc. fees, c.c. marr. lic. & copies, 130.76; #15926 – Knox Co. Zoning, admin. plat pmts., 250.00; #15927 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #15928 – Blue Moon, reimb. of liquor license publ., 11.25; #15929 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. pmt., 20.00; #15930 – US Marshall/US Treasury, housing reimb., 472.50; #15931 – State of Nebraska, hwy. allocation, 147,185.15; #15932 – Marty O’Connor, voter list, 13.23; #15933 – Commercial St. Bank, int., 1,726.03; #15934 – Cedar Co. Treasurer, tax coll. - Crofton Fire Gen. & Sink & Wausa Fire Gen.,  5,652.34; #15935 – Midwest Bank, int., 2,763.20; #15936 – Register of Deeds, rec. & st. tax, 6,475.13; #15937 – Downtown Auto Sales, econ. dev. pmt., 923.45; #15938 – Family Variety, econ. dev. pmt., 260.98.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the Co. Treasurer Return of Sale Proceedings to County Clerk of all real estate taxes sold at the public sale held March 3, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:50 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:05 a.m. with all members present.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol to accept the quotes from Husker Steel, Inc., Columbus NE for steel materials for a bridge in Valley Township in the amount of $45,813 and for materials for a precast concrete slab bridge in Lincoln Township in the amount of $47,682.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 2. The report of County Highway Superintendent Barta in regard to the vacation and abandonment a one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #734) located between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, all in T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., in Morton Township, Knox County, Nebraska, was brought before the Board. Motion by Supervisor Mackeprang, seconded by Supervisor Fuchtman to accept the report of Knox County Highway Superintendent Barta for the vacation and abandonment of the West one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #734) between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, all in T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska (Morton Township).  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Supervisor Mackeprang made a motion, seconded by Supervisor Schlote that the following Road Resolution be published in the Bloomfield Monitor Newspaper on March 20 and 27, and April 3, 2014.  Also, a copy of said Resolution be sent by certified mail to current adjoining landowners namely Loren and Kathryn Lauck. 

The date of hearing on this matter being set for April 10, 2014 at 10:15 A.M.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Absent was none.    Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-07

 

     WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Section 39-1722, Nebraska Revised Statutes (Re-issue of 2004) the County Board of Supervisors of Knox County, Nebraska, on the 13th day of February 2014 directed the County Highway Superintendent to make a study of the use of a portion of a platted Morton Township road described as follows:

The West one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #734) between the SW1/4 of Section 27

and the NW1/4 of Section 34, all in T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

     WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent must conduct a study of vacating and abandoning the a one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #734) between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, all in T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, and

WHEREAS, on March 13, 2014, County Highway Superintendent did file his report in writing as to such roads, containing a recommendation that said portion of 877 Road be vacated and abandoned, and 

     BE IT, THEREFORE RESOLVED, by the County Board of Supervisors of Knox County that a public hearing be had as provided in Section 39-1724, Nebraska Revised Statutes (Re-issue of 2004), in the Supervisors’ Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Center, Nebraska on the 10th day of April 2014 at the hour of 10:15 A.M. for the purpose of determining whether a portion of 877 Road in Morton Township, Knox County, Nebraska, be vacated and abandoned.

     Passed, approved and adopted this 13th day of March 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                   COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                     OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                     By: Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      

Knox County Clerk                                                                Chairman

 

3.  Cedar County is considering purchasing a Reflectometer that reads the reflectivity of signs and asked if Knox County would like to share in the cost and use of the machine.  Discussion was held on other surrounding counties sharing in the cost and use and possibly applying for an ASSIST grant as the cost of the machine is approximately $10,000;          4.  Equipment repairs; 5. Computers in the Hwy. Supt. Office will need to be replaced as the computers run on Microsoft XP and that program will not be updated or secure in the near future; 6. Purchasing a bit for Bobcat skid loader.

At 10:30 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on Conditional Use Permit Application #CU0014 to construct a repair shop specializing in diesel pickups and automotive repair on a 5.644 acre tract of land located in the S1/2NE1/4 of Section 10, T29N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  The application was submitted by Dillon Cunningham of Wausa.  The Planning Commission approved the Conditional Use Permit subject to several conditions.   

Chairman Miller closed the open public hearing at 10:40 a.m.  There was no one present in opposition to the permit.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to adopt Resolution #2014-08 approving the Conditional Use Permit #CU0014 submitted by Dillon Cunningham for the construction of a repair shop specializing in diesel pickups and automotive repair on a 5.644 acre tract of land located in the S1/2NE1/4 of Section 10, T29N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-08

 

WHEREAS, Dillon Cunningham has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0014 to construct a repair shop specializing in diesel pickups and automotive repair on a tract of land located in the South half of the Northeast quarter of Section 10, Township 29 North, Range 3 West, of the 6th Principal Meridian, Knox County, Nebraska more particularly described as follows: 

Beginning at the East quarter corner of Section 10; thence N00o03’00”W, along the East line of the Northeast quarter, a distance of 571.27 feet; thence S89o56’59”W a distance of 40.00’ to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing S89o56’59”W a distance of 30.00 feet to the beginning of a non-tangent curve concave Southwesterly whose radius bears S65o18’39”W, a distance of 1400.00 feet; thence along said curve to the left through a central angle of 42o35’20”, an arc distance of 1040.64 feet; thence N00o16’07”W a distance of 40.00 feet to the North line of said South half; thence N89o43’53”E, along said North line, a distance of 760.80 feet to the West right of way of 544th Avenue; thence S00o03’00”E, along said West right of way a distance of 750.11 feet to the Point of Beginning.  Containing 5.644 acres more or less.

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice and held a public hearing on February 11, 2014, and

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

3)     One business sign up to 200 square feet is allowed.

4)     Junk vehicles and parts shall not be allowed to accumulate outside the building unless screened from view of the roads.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE DILLON CUNNINGHAM CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU0014 BE APPROVED.

Dated this 13th day of March, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Rayder Swanson /s/                 

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                            

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                                          Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny R. Schlote /s/                

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:     (Seal)                                            Jim Fuchtman /s/                     

Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer /s/                            

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the February Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 2. Discussed preliminary flood map revisions for areas near Bloomfield and Crofton.  A meeting will be held in Bloomfield on April 3 regarding the proposed changes; 3. Update on recent Planning Commission meeting.  Discussion was held on the hearing the Planning Commission held on energy mandates and airport regulations mandated by the State, zoning class change of area east of Santee from LAR to river area, livestock friendly designation proposal, and complaint of runoff from a feed lot.

Crofton City Econ. Dev. Director Linda Wuebben met with the Board regarding the proposed purchase by the City of Crofton of the undeveloped Northside Acres which is a 20-acre tract north of Crofton.  The area would need an access road but attempts to get an access road unto Hwy 121 is not possible at this time due to adjoining landowners not giving permission so an access road is being proposed onto 891 RD.  As this road is a township road, the Board said that the City will need to contact the Eastern Township Board.

Doug Ptacnik with Great Plains Communications informed the Board that there will be a meeting on March 26 for a presentation for contractors of the importance of calling before digging as contractors have large liabilities if they dig without calling in advance.

Sheriff Henery updated the Board on tornado weather communications equipment and that he will be purchasing a programmable scanner for his office so they can hear what is happening in surrounding counties, especially regarding inclement weather.  Also the scanner will allow the Sheriff’s Office to hear communications with the State Troopers.    Sheriff Henery and the Board discussed putting in a better fuse box in the jail.

            Co. Attorney Thomas informed the Board that he is working on the resolution on the Grandview Estates/Corps matter.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to deny the request by the Woodbury County, Iowa Board of Supervisors for reimbursement of an Iowa Medical Examiner’s associated costs of an autopsy of a Knox County resident and morgue use as the autopsy was not requested by the Knox County Attorney nor the Knox County Sheriff.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to cancel Check #01401461 in the amount of $4,185.00 payable to Global Med Industries LLC as they misplaced the check and a new check was issued.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Emergency Manager Hintz updated the Board on the FirstNet Project that is an effort to build a nationwide broadband network for first responders of many disciplines that can be used in emergencies and during day to day operations.  The Nebraska Information Technology Commission requests that each County Board provide a representative who is knowledgeable about their respective County’s current communications situation and who will be able to speak with FirstNet on behalf of the County.  Several individuals will be contacted.

There was no public comment on agenda items.

There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $378,938.64 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:47 p.m. with all members present.

            Architect Mannes and RaDec Construction owner Ed Bottelfson updated the Board on the progress of the new addition.  Concrete will be poured in the entry way, the initial painting inside is done and the ceiling grid will be installed.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve Payment #7 to RaDec Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $138,548.82 for the construction of the new Courthouse addition.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            The Board reviewed a Contract Change Proposal #22 that would be for the installation costs of the water softener purchased from EcoWater.  The proposal also included the cost of the previously approved change of the door in the holding room on the third floor.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to deny Contract Change Proposal CCP #22 rejecting the proposed cost to install the water softener.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Zoning Admin. Doerr presented Knox County Administrative Plat Application #P0057 submitted by Kent and Mary Snowdon and Scott and Carie Weber for a boundary adjustment in Block A, Lazy River Acres subdivision. 

Supervisor Mackeprang left at 1:50 p.m.

The Board took no action due to the incomplete plat.  The matter will be addressed at the next meeting.

GENERAL FUND.  Salary 111,511.34; Adams Electric, Inc., rep. furnace, 320.40; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; Bloomfield Medical Clinic, pris. med. treatment, 489.74; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 70.55; Clk. of Dist. Crt., crt. costs, 227.00; Coll. of Int. Rev. &/or F & M St. Bk. Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 8,405.15; Connecting Point, equip. rep., 500.00; Consolidated Management Co., meals, 68.75; Country Market, shredder bags, 17.68; Co. of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. pays, 21,791.54; Creighton News, publ., 140.40; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, bd. Proc., notices, election, notices, 387.17; Curt Mackeprang, bd. exp., 18.44; Arnold Hall, CVSOAN Treas., dues, 50.00; Derek Cunningham, bd. exp., 60.80; Donald J. Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; MSC Dollar General, supp., 144.95; Eakes Office Plus, copy cont., 34.02; EcoWater Systems, bottled water, cups & water softener, 3,965.20; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, pris. meals, 3,108.00; F & St. Bk., ACH file, 20.00; F & M Co., notary bonds, 40.00; Global Med. Ind. LLC, AEDs (defibs) 4,185.00; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 1,389.73; Great Plans Comm., internet conn. at tower, 81.13; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. pays, 1,181.02; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 23.92; Janita Kube, bd. exp., 94.96; Jennifer Bollich, reimb. retirement, 3.55; JoAnn P. Knori, prior service, 20.00; Joann Fischer, reimb. postage, 102.00; Kay Morrill, bd. exp., 17.88; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 104.00; Knox Co. Sheriff, mlge/fees, 652.38; K/V Electric LLC, labor & materials to install auto door openers, 381.44; Name Redacted, medicare prem. reimb., 104.90; LeRoy Buchholz, bd. exp., 52.40; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 70.73; Mark D. Albin, mental health hrg., 303.75; Marvin Planning Consultants, zoning reg., 210.00; Mary Eiler, bd. exp., 38.60; Microfilm Imaging Systems, scanner rent, 46.00; Midwest Special Service Inc., EPC transfer, 164.70; MIPS, comp. prog. & antivirus prog., 690.73; N & B Gas Co., propane, 1,091.36; NACO Planning & Zoning, dues, 30.00; NAPA Bloomfield, filter & rep., 209.54; Nebr. Law Enforcement Training Center, training kits, 180.00; NECC, CPR training, 25.00; Neligh News & Leader, publ., 8.00; NCPPD, electricity, 5,490.91; Northeast NACO, reg., 240.00; Quill, supp., 713.61; R R Donnelley, gun cert., 44.40; Region 4 Behavioral Health System, qtr. bill, 4,225.50; Region IV Inc., qtr. bill, 2,521.50; Reserve Acct., meter postage, 3,000.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 7,494.10; Ruth Vonderohe, travel exp., 161.64; SD/NE PLS Committee, purple loosestrife beetles, 500.00; Shaffer’s Mini Mart, gas, 50.50; Steven Banks, reimb. cert. manuals, 88.93; Tammy Henery, snow/ice serv. cont., 721.00; Telebeep, pagers, 51.33; The Farner Co. Inc., utensils, 198.37; The Monitor, publ., 768.03; U.S. Cellular, cellphone, 86.18; U.S. Cellular, cellphone, 126.00; The Verdigre Eagle, notices & printing, 982.95; Name Redacted, medicare prem. reimb., 339.80; Wausa Gazette, publ. & subs., 393.90; Western Office Tech, typewriter rep., 65.00.

            ROAD FUND.  Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel & haul, 676.02; Bauer Built Inc., tire rep., 150.00; Bloomfield Tire & Auto, gas, 271.83; Carhart Lumber Co., shop supp., 72.06; CHS Wausa, gas/diesel, 2,266.07; City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; City of Creighton, water, garbage, & sewer, 114.30; CRA Pmt. Center, rep., 65.19; Eakes Office Plus, copier charge, 120.48; Farmers Pride, diesel, 746.97; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 460.36; Grossenberg Impl., rep. & shop supp., 246.88; Hefner True Value, bldg. rep., 79.98; Herbert Feed & Grain Co., diesel, 2,291.25; Husker Steel, beam/guard rail ends, 3,942.00; J & K Auto, diag. ck., 10.00; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 267.15; Name Redacted, medicare prem. reimb., 249.86; Jason Wessendorf, computer rep., 71.00; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop supp., 137.91; Kayton Int’l. Inc., rep., 12,653.60; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 116.00; M.D. Products Inc., rep., 153.43; NAPA Bloomfield, rep. & shop supp., 1,762.11; N & B Gas Co., htg. fuel, furnace rep. & labor, 923.70; NPPD, electricity, 91.87; NCPPD, electricity, 485.78; O’Neill Electric Mtr. Serv., labor/rep., 200.00; Peitz GMC Services Inc., rep., 155.16; Peters Hardware, shop supp., 61.41; PowerPlan, rep., 200.55; R & K Motor Parts, rep. & shop supp., 695.48; Trustworthy Hardware, shop supp., 10.69; U.S. Cellular, cellphone, 349.90; Verdigre Farm Serv., gas/diesel & shop supp., 3,732.53; Vic’s Service LLC, gas, 428.02; Village of Niobrara, water & sewer, 35.31; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer & garbage, 72.15; Weldon Parts Inc., rep., 308.58; West Hodson Lumber Co., rep. & shop tools, 139.39; West Hodson Lumber Co., shop tools, 13.99. 

CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Des Moines Stamp, supp., 14.50; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 42.85.

            ROD PRES/MOD FUND.  MIPS, comp. prog., 123.25.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary 150.00; Coll. of Int. Rev./F & M St. Bk., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 11.48; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 10.13.

C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary 3,300.00; Coll. of Int. Rev./F & M St. Bk., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 252.45; Co. of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 42.87; Health Plan Service Inc.,                                                                                                                                                                                    ins. Co. pays, 27.66; The Lincoln Nat’l Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Jason Wessendorf, computer rep., 95.00; Matt Cerny, mlge./travel, 120.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 222.75; South Central Econ. Dev. Dist., training, 25.00; U.S. Cellular, cellphone, 63.36.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  Mannes Architect, architectural services, 5,751.42; RaDec Const. Co. Inc., pmt. 7 Courthouse Addition, 138,548.82; Rodney W. Smith, public def. cont., 2,083.33.

            911 WIRELESS SERVICE FUND.   Great Plains Comm., phone, 336.59; Three River Telco, phone, 121.78.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  CenturyLink, phone, 2.96; Great Plains Comm., phone, 471.13; Three River Telco, phone, 99.63.

 

                                                                                    TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                                    191,570.50

                                                Road Fund                                                           34,846.46

                                                Child Support Fund                                                     57.35                                                 

                                                ROD Pres/Mod Fund                                                 123.25

                                                Economic Development Fund                                    171.61

                                                C & C Development Fund                                       4,753.81

                                                Inheritance Fund                                               146,383.57

                                                911 Wireless Service Fund                                        458.37

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                                 573.72

                                                                                    TOTALS                       $378,938.64

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 2:00 p.m., March 13, 2014 until Thursday, March 27, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            March 13, 2014

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:50 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square in Center, Nebraska on the date of March 13, 2014 at 9:50 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the February 27, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the February 27, 2014 minutes as read with the correction that Chairman Swanson adjourned the meeting.    

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Motion by Supr. Miller, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to approve Tax Claim #7783 and hereby direct the County Assessor to make the proper adjustments to the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.         

            Co. Assessor McManigal updated the Board on the 2014 valuation roster and ag land values. 

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:05 a.m. on March 13, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2014 for a regular meeting.  

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                           Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            March 27, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square in Center, Nebraska on the date of March 27, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4. Chairman Miller presiding.

Chairman Miller led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.         

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the meeting area.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Co. Assessor McManigal, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Co. Attorney Thomas, Tammy Henery, Emergency Mgr. Hintz, Co. Sheriff Henery and Dan Vakoc.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Three documents regarding the Ponca Tribe property in Bloomfield;                     2. Informational packet from Nebraska Tourism Commission regarding recent passing of LB 215.

The minutes of the March 13, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the March 13, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that the adjoining landowners for the proposed vacation/abandonment of the west one-half mile portion of 887 Road (Platted Road #734) between Sections 27 and 34 are Loren and Kathryn Lauck.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $254,308.63.

#15939 – Knox County Zoning, bldg, pmt., 20.00; #15940 – Frontier Communications, 911 surcharge, 5.94;    #15941 – Name Redacted, Cobra pmt., 54.62; #15942 – Name Redacted, Cobra pmt., 27.66; #15943 – Ryan Arnold, marr. lic., 15.00; #15944 – Knox County Zoning, bldg. permit, 60.00; #15945 – Village of Winnetoon, machine hire, 110.00;   #15946 – Tammy Henery, two bottles water for Annex #2, 10.00; #15947 – Knox County Sheriff, finger print fees, 45.00; #15948 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. loan pmt., 443.81; #15949 – Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. loan pmt., 665.72;    #15950 – Pronto, econ. dev. loan pmt., 706.70; #15951 – Pierce County Treasurer, Pierce Co. tax coll.-Sch. Dist. 13 Gen, Bldg. & Cap, 144.41; #15952 – Clerk of District Court, filing fees, copies, fines & passport fees, 1,480.38; #15953 – Village of Center, machine hire, 275.00; #15954 – Knox County Zoning, adm. plat, 50.00; #15955 – Ward Adema, list of reg. voters, 4.06; #15956 – Steffen Service Station, econ. dev. loan pmt., 2,500.00; #15957 – Vonage, 911 surcharge, 10.00; #15958 – United States Treasury, reimb. of gas tax, 3,069.71; #15959 – State of Nebraska, lodging tax, 1,389.23; #15960 – Joel Schreier, PR., inh tax-William Schreier Est., 10,612.05; #15961 – James Borgmann, list of reg. voters, 7.07; #15962 – Marlin Kumm, filing fee, 10.00; #15963 – Robert Ganz, list of reg. voters, 9.88; #15964 – St. of Nebr., Federal funds Purchase Prog., 232,483.40; #15965 – Knox Co. Atty., STOP funds, 80.00; #15966 – Kelly Marshall, voter reg. list, 4.37; #15967 – Platte County, reimb. for accommodations of Emg. Mgr., 52.99; #15968 – Bazile Creek Power Sports, econ. dev. loan pmt., 1,000.00; #15969 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. loan pmt., 790.80; #15970 - TC Complete, econ. dev. loan pmt., 362.73; #15971 – Terry Stoural, voter reg. list, 14.62.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:48 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:05 a.m. with all members present except Supr. Sokol, Jr., District #4.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Bridge projects.  Updates on the Bloomfield west bridge;  BIA funds may soon arrive to begin the process of replacing the “Ray Stark” bridge in Harrison Township; and the preliminary design and NEPA work on the “Bob Liska” bridge north of Verdigre will cost approximately $149,000; 2. Bridge crew update; 3. Oil crew update; 4. Received first Federal Buy Back funds; 5. Discussed purchasing a belly dump trailer and a tractor.

            Co. Attorney Thomas updated the Board on erosion of the road leading into Grandview Estates.  Suggestion was made that an alternate road be constructed into the area because two routes into the subdivision would be beneficial if there were to be an emergency such as a range fire.

            Motion by Supr O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Swanson to adopt Resolution #2014-09 insisting that the Corps of Engineers act in the summer of 2014 to stabilize the bank and protect the only public access road to Grandview Estates.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-09

 

TO:                  United States of America Corps of Engineers

FROM:             Knox County, Nebraska, Board of Supervisors

RE:                  Lewis and Clark Lake, Eroding Road at Grandview Estates

 

            Grandview Estates is a residential community on the South shore of Lewis and Clark Lake, in Knox County, Nebraska.

            Grandview Estates contains 18 homes and 19 unimproved lots.  These homes and lots have an assessed value of $3,650,880.

            Grandview Estates has only one road in and out.  This road is being threatened by erosion caused by wave action on the Lewis and Clark Lake.

            The United States Corps of Engineers has responsibility for Lewis and Clark Lake and its banks. The Corps has had a bank stabilization project in its budget for years, but has failed to act in this area.  No one else has the authority or ability to halt the erosion and save the road. 

            Therefore the Knox County, Nebraska, Board of Supervisors resolves to insist the United States Corps of Engineers act in the summer of 2014 to stabilize the bank and protect the only public access road to Grandview Estates.

 

COUNTY OF KNOX

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Rayder Swanson /s/                 

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2

 

Absent                                                              Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny Schlote /s/                    

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:   (Seal)                                              Jim Fuchtman /s/                     

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                         Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Knox County Clerk

 

County Attorney Thomas and the Board discussed like-kind exchanges between attorneys for County Attorney/Special County Attorney services.  Also discussed was whether the Board can set the fee that a Special County Attorney can charge to represent Knox County in case County Attorney Thomas is unable to due to conflict of interest.  No action was taken.

            Tammy Henery met with the Board to discuss renewal of the lawn service contract.  Mrs. Henery requested no increase in the lawn service fee which is $721 a month plus $30 per month for lawn service around the garage/storage building and $10 a month to maintain the flower bed in front of the Courthouse for a period beginning April 1 and ending October 31, 2014.  As the flower bed will need initial cleaning, Mrs. Henery did request a one-time amount of $50 plus the area will need more bark.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve a renewal of the lawn service contract with Tammy Henery for the period of April 1 through October 31, 2014 with the rate to be $721 per month for lawn service on the Courthouse Square, $30 per month for the area around the garage/storage building, $10 a month for maintaining the flower bed in front of the Courthouse and a one-time amount of $50 to initially clean the flower bed.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to place on file a letter from Dennis A. Vodicka for bridge design and bridge inspection.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to place on file the Clerk of the District Court February Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve the Administrative Plat Boundary adjustment for Kent and Mary Snowdon and Carie and Scott Weber for a tract of land situated in part of Lots 2, 3, and 9 in Block A, Lazy River Acres.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #2.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the February 11, 2014 Planning Commission meeting minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $91,474.88 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was given by Supr. Fuchtman who informed the Board that US Cellular may pay for part of the proposed cellphone booster to the Courthouse area.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was given by Supr. Swanson who gave an update of a recent interagency meeting with the Corps of Engineers. 

            Emergency Manager Hintz informed the Board that Bryan Ruhr of Bloomfield has agreed to represent Knox County for FirstNet.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to appoint Bryan Ruhr as the Knox County representative to FirstNet.  By roll call vote. Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to go into executive session at 11:28 a.m. for an annual job evaluation of Emergency Manager Hintz.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #4.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held for an annual job evaluation of Emergency Manager Hintz.  The Board came out of executive session at 11:47 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on a job evaluation.

            County Sheriff Henery discussed with the Board the programmable scanner his is purchasing for the Sheriff’s Office.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 1:00 p.m. with all members present except Supr. Sokol, Jr., District #4.

            The advertised bid opening for gravel bids was held at 1:00 p.m.  Bids received were as follows:  FOR BOTH COUNTY ROAD AND CO./TWP. ALLOCATION GRAVEL:  Ronald Bourn, Niobrara NE - Gravel per yard/delivered price:  ALL SPECIALTY PRODUCT – Hill Twp., $10.00; Union Twp., $9.00; Don McElhose Construction, Verdigre NE - Gravel per yard/delivered price:  ALL SPECIALTY PRODUCT – CLAY/ROCK - Bohemia Twp., $10.50; Jefferson Twp., $10.50; Niobrara Twp., $12.75; East Raymond Twp., $12.75; West Raymond Twp., $12.75; Sparta Twp., $11.75; Verdigre Twp., $11.75; Walnut Grove Twp., $11.75, Washington Twp., $11.75; Western Twp., $12.25. Backus Sand & Gravel, McLean NE - County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $12.00, Bank Run $6.00, Armor Coat $12.00; Gravel per yard/delivered price – ALL STATE SPEC (CLASS A) – Addison Twp., $16.50; Central Twp., $15.50; Cleveland Twp., $15.50; Columbia Twp., $15.75; Creighton Twp., $15.50; Dolphin Twp., $16.00; Dowling Twp., $16.25; Eastern Twp., $17.75; Frankfort Twp., $18.00; Harrison Twp., $15.00; Herrick Twp., $18.00; Hill Twp., $16.25; Lincoln Twp., $16.00; Miller Twp., $17.00; Morton Twp., $16.25; Niobrara Twp., $16.75; Peoria Twp., $16.00; Spade Twp., $14.00; Sparta Twp., $15.00; Union Twp., $15.25; Valley Twp., $15.00; Verdigre Twp., $15.50. Mitteis Gravel, Orchard NECounty haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $8.25, Bank Run $5.00, Armor Coat $8.25; Gravel per yard/delivered price: Logan Twp., State Spec. (Class A) $11.50, Bank Run $8.25; Miller Twp., State Spec. (Class A) $12.75, Bank Run $9.50; Walnut Grove Twp., State Spec (Class A) $11.50, Bank Run $8.25.  Gary Backhaus Gravel, LLC, Hartington NE – County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $13.50; Gravel per yard/delivered price – ALL STATE SPEC (CLASS A) – Dowling Twp., $22.00; Eastern Twp., $22.00; Morton Twp., $22.00; Union Twp., $23.00. West-Hodson Lumber & Concrete, Osmond NE – County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $10.00.  Willow Creek Sand & Gravel, Orchard NECounty haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $10.00, Armor Coat $10.50.  Vakoc Construction, Verdigre NECounty haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $10.00, Bank Run $7.00, Armor Coat $10.00; Gravel per yard/delivered price – Bohemia Twp., State Spec (Class A) $11.00, Bank Run $10.00; Central Twp., State Spec (Class A) $16.00, Bank Run 15.00; Cleveland Twp., State Spec (Class A) $17.00, Bank Run $16.00; Creighton Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.50, Bank Run $12.50; Harrison Twp., State Spec (Class A) $17.00, Bank Run $16.00; Hill Twp., State Spec (Class A) 19.00; Bank Run 18.00; Jefferson Twp., State Spec (Class A) $11.00, Bank Run $10.00; Logan Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Miller Twp., State Spec (Class A) $14.00, Bank Run $13.00; Morton Twp., State Spec (Class A) $18.00, Bank Run $17.00; Niobrara Twp., State Spec (Class A) $14.00, Bank Run $13.00; East Raymond Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; West Raymond Twp., State Spec (Class A) $14.00, Bank Run $13.00; Spade Twp., State Spec (Class A) $12.50, Bank Run $11.50; Sparta Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Union Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.25, Bank Run $12.25; Valley Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Verdigre Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Walnut Grove Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Washington Twp., State Spec (Class A) $12.50, Bank Run $11.50; Western Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00.   Sinclair Sand & Gravel, Inc., Spencer NE - County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), Specialty Product, 1-inch crushed, $9.75, 1.5-inch conveyor screened, $10.75, 1.5-inch bar screened gravel, $8.25; ALL SPECIALTY PRODUCT – East Raymond Twp., crushed, $16.75; West Raymond Twp., crushed, $14.50; Western Twp., crushed, $16.50.

After a discussion, motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept all submitted gravel bids for a three-month period ending June 30, 2014 with the bids to be reviewed at that time for adjustments to be made, if any, due to fuel costs.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent District #4.  Motion carried.  FOR BOTH COUNTY ROAD AND CO./TWP. ALLOCATION GRAVEL:  Ronald Bourn, Niobrara NE - Gravel per yard/delivered price:  ALL SPECIALTY PRODUCT – Hill Twp., $10.00; Union Twp., $9.00; Don McElhose Construction, Verdigre NE - Gravel per yard/delivered price:  ALL SPECIALTY PRODUCT – CLAY/ROCK - Bohemia Twp., $10.50; Jefferson Twp., $10.50; Niobrara Twp., $12.75; East Raymond Twp., $12.75; West Raymond Twp., $12.75; Sparta Twp., $11.75; Verdigre Twp., $11.75; Walnut Grove Twp., $11.75, Washington Twp., $11.75; Western Twp., $12.25. Backus Sand & Gravel, McLean NE - County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $12.00, Bank Run $6.00, Armor Coat $12.00; Gravel per yard/delivered price – ALL STATE SPEC (CLASS A) – Addison Twp., $16.50; Central Twp., $15.50; Cleveland Twp., $15.50; Columbia Twp., $15.75; Creighton Twp., $15.50; Dolphin Twp., $16.00; Dowling Twp., $16.25; Eastern Twp., $17.75; Frankfort Twp., $18.00; Harrison Twp., $15.00; Herrick Twp., $18.00; Hill Twp., $16.25; Lincoln Twp., $16.00; Miller Twp., $17.00; Morton Twp., $16.25; Niobrara Twp., $16.75; Peoria Twp., $16.00; Spade Twp., $14.00; Sparta Twp., $15.00; Union Twp., $15.25; Valley Twp., $15.00; Verdigre Twp., $15.50. Mitteis Gravel, Orchard NECounty haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $8.25, Bank Run $5.00, Armor Coat $8.25; Gravel per yard/delivered price: Logan Twp., State Spec. (Class A) $11.50, Bank Run $8.25; Miller Twp., State Spec. (Class A) $12.75, Bank Run $9.50; Walnut Grove Twp., State Spec (Class A) $11.50, Bank Run $8.25.  Gary Backhaus Gravel, LLC, Hartington NE – County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $13.50; Gravel per yard/delivered price – ALL STATE SPEC (CLASS A) – Dowling Twp., $22.00; Eastern Twp., $22.00; Morton Twp., $22.00; Union Twp., $23.00. West-Hodson Lumber & Concrete, Osmond NE – County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $10.00.  Willow Creek Sand & Gravel, Orchard NECounty haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $10.00, Armor Coat $10.50.  Vakoc Construction, Verdigre NECounty haul gravel (pit price/per yard), State Spec (Class A) $10.00, Bank Run $7.00, Armor Coat $10.00; Gravel per yard/delivered price – Bohemia Twp., State Spec (Class A) $11.00, Bank Run $10.00; Central Twp., State Spec (Class A) $16.00, Bank Run 15.00; Cleveland Twp., State Spec (Class A) $17.00, Bank Run $16.00; Creighton Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.50, Bank Run $12.50; Harrison Twp., State Spec (Class A) $17.00, Bank Run $16.00; Hill Twp., State Spec (Class A) 19.00; Bank Run 18.00; Jefferson Twp., State Spec (Class A) $11.00, Bank Run $10.00; Logan Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Miller Twp., State Spec (Class A) $14.00, Bank Run $13.00; Morton Twp., State Spec (Class A) $18.00, Bank Run $17.00; Niobrara Twp., State Spec (Class A) $14.00, Bank Run $13.00; East Raymond Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; West Raymond Twp., State Spec (Class A) $14.00, Bank Run $13.00; Spade Twp., State Spec (Class A) $12.50, Bank Run $11.50; Sparta Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Union Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.25, Bank Run $12.25; Valley Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Verdigre Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Walnut Grove Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00; Washington Twp., State Spec (Class A) $12.50, Bank Run $11.50; Western Twp., State Spec (Class A) $13.00, Bank Run $12.00.  Sinclair Sand & Gravel, Inc., Spencer NE - County haul gravel (pit price/per yard), Specialty Product, 1-inch crushed, $9.75, 1.5-inch conveyor screened, $10.75, 1.5-inch bar screened gravel, $8.25; ALL SPECIALTY PRODUCT – East Raymond Twp., crushed, $16.75; West Raymond Twp., crushed, $14.50; Western Twp., crushed, $16.50.

GENERAL FUND.  AS Central Service, AS 400 use, 38.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 61.38; Bomgaars, diesel sup., 38.97; Century Link, long distance, 76.49; Consolidated Management Co., meals, 180.75;Creighton News, sub., 39.00; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, sub., 46.00; Dale P. Riesberg, mtg. exp., 25.00; Dean Wilken, mtg. exp., 31.16; Derrick Barr, mtg. exp., 25.00; First National Bank Omaha, gas, meals, training, 1,960.30; Fred Steffen, mtg. exp., 50.76; Greg Kuhlman, mtg. exp., 38.44; Jack’s Uniforms & Equipment, tasers & equip., 6,763.35; Jim Kotrous, mtg., exp., 56.36; John Broders, mtg. exp., 75.85; Keith Nielsen, mtg., exp., 36.20; Kelly Kumm, mtg. exp., 27.26; Ken Fone., mtg. exp., 51.88; Knox Co. Register of Deeds, recording, 20.00; Knox Co. Sheriff, transport pris., 248.44; Liz Doerr, mileage, postage, equip. repair & mtg. exp., 280.40; Mike Kumm, mtg. exp., 72.50; NE Health & Human Services, inst. bill, 30.00; Northeast NE Juvenile Services, hold. juv., 1,338.75; Jay Pease Heating & Plumbing, labor & valve, 64.00; Quill Corp., office sup., 228.80; Repco Marketing, Inc., PBT sol., 40.50; Robert Ganz, mtg. exp., 51.88; Tom Pavlik, mtg. exp., 115.40; Ulmer Farm Service, fencing sup., 426.00; Verdigre Eagle, sub., 30.00; Vickie McManigal, janitorial cont., 3,013.27; Village of Center, water, sewer & garb., 1,220.00; Wausa Gazette, sub., 27.00.

            ROAD FUND.  Salary, 44,619.69; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, propane, 584.50; Bernard Glover, prior serv., 20.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 518.29; Bomgaars Supply Inc., shop sup., tools & gas, 593.86; Brian Sandoz, meals, 37.49; Cedar-Knox PPD, elec., 163.61; CMart LLC, gas, 134.28; Coll. of Int. Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,345.38; County of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. pays, 9,646.24; Dennis Schumacher, CDL lic., 57.50; Don Pahl, prior serv., 25.00; Eugene J. Wolfe, Jr., prior serv., 12.00; First National Bank, sup. & fees, 159.32; HealthPlan Services, Inc., ins. Co.  pays, 497.88; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 1,762.50; Husker Steel, washers/reflectors, 550.00; Kimball Midwest, shop sup., 104.87; Larry Pilar, prior serv., 21.00; LCL Truck Equip. Inc., repairs, 864.57; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Nebraska Public Power Dist., elec., 194.04; Praxair Dist. Inc., shop sup., 254.71; Retirement Plan Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 2,987.53; SourceGas Dist. LLC, heating fuel, 328.95; Village of Center, water & sewer, 26.00.

            LINDY NORTH BIA ROAD PROJECT FUND.  Mainelli-Wagner & Assoc., engineering ser., 1,957.58.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Century Link, long dist., 4.50.

            COUNTY INSURANCE FUND.  Name Redacted, ded. reimb., 250.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Century Link, long dist., 4.50; First National Bank Omaha, book, meals, lodging & gas, 194.52.

            INHERITANCE FUND.   The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Doerr, P.C., attorney fees, 2,612.67; Verlyn Luebbe, attorney fees, 1,542.10.

            911 WIRELESS SERVICE FUND.  Century Link, phone, 281.83.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Century Link, phone, 230.59; First National Bank Omaha, gas, 25.99.

                                               

                                                                        TOTALS

                                    General Fund                                                    16,829.09

                                    Road Fund                                                         67,541.51

                                    Lindy North BIA Road Project Fund                      1,957.58

                                    Child Support Fund                                                    4.50

                                    County Insurance Fund                                          250.00

                                    C & C Development Fund                                       199.02

                                    Inheritance Fund                                                 4,154.77

                                    911 Wireless Service Fund                                     281.83

                                    911 Emergency Fund                                             256.58

                                                                        Total                            91,474.88

                                               

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 1:38 p.m., March 27, 2014 until Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            March 27, 2014

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:48 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of March 27, 2014 at 9:48 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the March 13, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the March 13, 2014 minutes as read with the correction that the meeting began at 9:50 a.m. and was adjourned on March 13, 2014.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Co. Assessor McManigal and the Board reviewed the 2014 and Prior Ag Lands Value report.

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:05 a.m. on March 27, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            April 10, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of April 10, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none. Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Swanson led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.          

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Zoning Admin. Doerr, Sheriff Henery, Glenn Mannes, Ed Bottelfson, Heath Opfer, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Co. Assessor McManigal, Angie O’Connor, Deputy Assessor Beckmann, Co. Treasurer Stark, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Econ. Dev. Dir. Cerny, Shane Greckel, Loren and Kathryn Lauck, Clarice Gansebom, and a large number of people present for the Zoning hearing.

The minutes of the March 27, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the March 27, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that Supr. Swanson abstained on the vote for the Snowdon/Weber Administrative Plat and that Supr. Sokol was absent from the claims motion.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Notice of Annual Meeting of the Missouri River Bank Stabilization Association;   2. Notice of Confirmation and Occurrence on Edison Mission Energy bankruptcy; 3. Copy of letter from Co. Attorney on Ponca Tribe appeal.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the Clerk of the District Court March Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Discussion was held on an upcoming NACO Health Informational meeting that will be held in Norfolk on May 7.  Supr. Fuchtman informed the Board that the meeting will be on health insurance in general.  Several Board members and possibly insurance agent Jeff Hammer will attend the meeting.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to place on file the Co. Sheriff’s Quarterly Report of Fees Collected between January 1 and March 31, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

The Board took no action on the water issue that was listed on the agenda as being in Walker’s Valley View, however, the issue was located in Hideaway Acres.

Supr. O’Connor left the meeting at 9:44 a.m.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:00 a.m. with all members present except Supr. O’Connor Dist. #1.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Bridge crew update; 2. Discussed purchasing a belly dump gravel trailer and truck tractor; 3. Oil bids will be opened at 1:00 p.m.; 4. New computers are needed in the Hwy. Supt. Office; 5. Discussed the purchased retriever; 6. Equipment repairs; 7. The Federal Aid Bridge project west of Bloomfield is completed.

Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing at 10:13 a.m. for the vacation/abandonment of the West one-half portion of 877 RD (Platted Road #734) between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, all in T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  Clarice Gansebom expressed her concern on the vacation.  Loren and Kathryn Lauck who own the land on both sides of the proposed vacation portion of 877 RD were present and expressed their desire to have the road vacated and abandoned. 

Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the March Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried; 2. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve James and Pamela Sorrel’s Administrative Plat Application on a 7.07 acre tract in the SE1/4 of Section 14, T33N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.; 3.  Update on the Hazard Mitigation grant process.  The County can now resubmit the application under a different plan and there is a good chance of it being approved.

Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on amendments to the Comprehensive Plans, Zoning Regulations and Zoning maps.  A large group of Knox County citizens were present. Shane Greckel representing the Knox County Farm Bureau expressed the Bureau’s support of the “livestock friendly” designation for Knox County and the proposed amendments.  A list of business owners in Knox County was presented where the businesses were in favor of relaxing the livestock setbacks and promoting more livestock feeding in this County.  The amendments also included changes to the energy element, corrected typographical errors in the original regulation and changed classification of the residential area east of Santee.  Discussion ensued on setbacks to a non-form dwelling and churches. 

Chairman Miller closed the open public hearing at 10:43 a.m.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to adopt Resolution #2014-10 amending the Comprehensive Plan, the Zoning Regulations, and the Zoning Maps.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.  Due to the length of the Resolution, the original Resolution #2014-10 is filed in the Knox County Board of Supervisors’ Minutes Record Book No. 18 between pages 240 and 241.

            Tom Kotrous informed the Board that FEMA approved his grant application for the home elevation project of his home that was destroyed in the 2011 flooding in the Lazy River Acres area.  FEMA will release funds to the State in the amount of $35,754 and Mr. Kotrous will have to pay a 25% match of $11,918.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Grant Agreement between Knox County and the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency for Grant Agreement #4014-Home Elevation Project of Tom Kotrous.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Glenn Mannes and Ed Bottelfson updated the Board on the Courthouse Addition progress.  The elevator is installed and will be inspected.  Flooring, painting, hanging doors and testing the propane heat are being done.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve Payment #8 to RaDec Construction Co. Inc, in the amount of $91,799.34 for the Courthouse Elevator Addition.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing at 11:15 A.M. for vacation and abandonment of the following portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #734) located in Morton Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows: A one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #743) located between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  Also present were Loren and Kathryn Lauck and Clarice Gansebom.  It was then moved by Supervisor Mackeprang, seconded by Supervisor Sokol that the publisher’s affidavit of publishing notice herein, be filed with these minutes and as part of this record.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none. Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            It was moved by Supervisor Mackeprang, seconded by Supervisor Sokol to adopt Resolution #2014-11 to vacate and abandon a portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #743) in Morton Township, Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 11

 

WHEREAS, upon the public hearing duly held, after proper notice given, it appears that it would be in the public interest to require the vacation and abandonment of the following portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #743) located in Morton Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows:

A one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #743) located between the

SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M.,

Knox County, Nebraska, AND

BE IT, FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the County Clerk mail a copy of this Resolution to each member of the Township Board of Morton Township in Knox County, by certified mail, filing her receipts therefore as part of this record.

 

Passed and approved this 10th day of April 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                               COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                                 By: Virgil H. Miller /s/                                       

Knox County Clerk                                                                          Chairman

 

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that all claims, except Claim #2070 in the Road Fund, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.  

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson that Claim #2070 in the Road Fund, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #4.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $783,572.00. 

#15972 – St. of Nebr., 911 wireless funding, 3,898.72; #15973 – NPPD, 5% gross tax & ’57 in lieu of tax, 142,931.88; #15974 – Comm. St. Bk., int., 271.23; #15975 – Leslie Yule, inh. tax-Eric Yule Est., 125.00; #15976 – St. of Nebr., rent, 2,205.00; #15977 – St. of Nebr., mtr. veh. prorate, 19,381.10; #15978 – Knox Co. Sheriff, BIA reimb. housing inmates, 6,298.00; #15979 – Knox Co. Treas., int., 645.29; #15980 – Knox Co. Treas., int., 246.07; #15981 – St. of Nebr., 3rd of 6 homestead pmts., 45,373.67; #15982 – St. of Nebr., 2nd of 2 property tax credit pmts., 456,657.53; #15983 – F & M St. Bk., int., 7,369.65; #15984 – Comm. St. Bk., int., 245.58; #15985 – Cedar Knox PPD, 5% gross tax & ’59 in lieu of tax, 76,130.35; #15986 – M. J. Brummer, water meter pmt. for Kohles Acres, 50.00; #15987 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #15988 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70; #15989 – Reg. of Deeds, plats, fees, c.c. marr. lic. & copies, 160.30; #15990 – Knox Co. Sheriff, auto insp. & handgun permits, 770.00; #15991 – Clk. of Dist. Crt., filing fees, crt. costs, fines, copies & passport fees, 1,298.25; #15992 – Knox Co. Treas., postage for mailing mtr. veh. licenses, 230.00; #15993 – Three River, 911 surcharges, 627.00; #15994 – Harvey Scott Jr., assessment for water, sewer & sanitation services, 275.70; #15995 – James Hamilton, I Beam, 63.00; #15996 – Meditate LLC, Joan Thomson, mgr., fee for treasurer deed, 10.00; #15997 – Go Travel Trust, Joan Thomson Trustee, fee for treasurer deed, 10.00; #15998 – Santee Sioux Nation, dispatching services, 6,250.00; #15999 – Reg. of Deeds, officer’s fees & doc. st. tax, 6,828.19; #16000 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 135.00; #16001 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 150.00; #16002 – Knox Co. Crt., fines, overload fines & crt. costs, 2,440.00; #16003 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16004 – Knox Co. Chiropractic, econ. dev. pmt., 70.67; #16005 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. pmt., 790.80; #16006 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. pmt., 345.00; #16007 – Kathleen F. Waits, inh. tax-Anna Peitz Est., 118.06; #16008 – Knox Co. Clk., marr. lic., 15.00; #16009 – Lincoln Twp., signs/post, 160.00; #16010 – Knox Co. Atty., STOP funds, 40.00.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to purchase a council desk, a clerk’s desk, a table, and a base cabinet for the new Boardroom at a cost of $5,585 from Cornhusker State Industries and to pay for the furniture from the KENO account.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            The Board looked at a gravel belly dump trailer.

            The Board made a quarterly visit to the Knox County Jail as per Nebr. Revised Stat. 47-109.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for lunch at 12:00 p.m.

            Supr. O’Connor returned to the meeting at 12:30 p.m.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with all members present.

            Angie O’Connor with Avera Medical Group updated the Board on the results of the recent Wellness On-site Health Screening.   

At 1:00 p.m., Chairman Miller opened the bids for asphaltic oil.  The Board reserves the right to deny any and all bids and further reserves the right to accept any bid that best serves the County.  Bids received were:  Flint Hills Resources, L.P., Omaha NE – MC70 – No bid; MC250 – No bid; MC800 – 413 tons - $701.50/ton ($2.8988/gallon), delivered to Knox County;  Jebro, Inc., Sioux City IA – MC70 - $3.1439/gallon; MC250 - $2.9377/gallon; MC800 - $2.8140/gallon; CRS-2 - $1.9574/gallon FOB Sioux City IA, freight $588/load additional, two hours allowed for unloading, demurrage charges after two hours is $75/hour; $50.00 pumping fee.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to accept the low oil bids of Jebro, Inc., Sioux City IA as follows:   MC70 - $3.1439/gallon; MC250 - $2.9377/gallon; MC800 - $2.8140/gallon; CRS-2 - $1.9574/gallon FOB Sioux City IA, freight $588/load additional, two hours allowed for unloading, demurrage charges after two hours is $75/hour; $50.00 pumping fee. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Economic Development Director Cerny updated the Board on a proposed investment club.  Also discussed was working with County Alumni Associations to identify strategies to recruit new families to the County.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            The Board discussed the possibility of purchasing a gravel belly dump trailer and truck tractor.  Hwy. Supt. Barta will advertise for bids.

            Discussion ensued on hot oiling the “Coop” road in near Bloomfield. 

            GENERAL FUND.  Salary, 116,777.13; Ann Flood, mental health hrg., 50.00; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, van gas, 27.88; Cathy Stark, mlge. & texture, 75.94; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 8,808.26; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. HealthCare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 22,306.93; Creighton News, ad, 93.00; Creighton Pronto, van gas, 256.32; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, publ., 420.60; Dollar General, paper towel, 13.00; Donald J. Jiracek, prior serv., 25.00; Eakes Office Plus, rep. & install printer, copier agmt., 544.21; EcoWater Systems, bottled water, 460.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, pris. meals, 2,627.00; ES&S, ballot layout & ballot printing, 3,875.94; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 1,179.38; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. pays, 1,208.68; Heartland Heating & A.C., filters, 534.00; Jack’s Uniforms & Equipment, taser equip., 151.09; James Egley, mental health hrg., 75.00; Jason Wessendorf, comp. rep., 10.00; JoAnn P. Knori, prior serv., 20.00; Knox Co. Reg. of Deeds, rec. resolution, 10.00; Name Redacted, medicare prem. reimb., 104.90; The Lincoln Nat’l Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 72.56; Madison Co. Sheriff, paper service, 56.06; Marjorie Schaffer, mental health hrg., 66.80; Microfilm Imaging Systems, scanner rent, 46.00; MIPS, computer prog., 659.33; N & B Gas Co., propane, 873.67; Nancy Schramm, crt. reporter mental health hrg., 50.00; Nebr. Law Enforcement Training Center, training, 200.00; NE Sec. of State, notary, 30.00; North Central PPD, electricity, 2,989.63; Quill, supp., 983.43; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement, 7,833.87; Ruth Vonderohe, travel exp., 190.40; Sun Data, toner, 231.95; Tammy Henery, snow/ice serv. cont., 721.00; Telebeep, pagers, 51.33; US Cellular, cell phone, 89.07; US Cellular, cell phone, 126.00; The Verdigre Eagle, notary stamp, cards/day books, & publ., 277.68; Village of Center, water, sewer & garbage, 615.00; Name Redacted, medicare prem. reimb., 315.60; Wausa Gazette, publ., 676.21.

            ROAD FUND.  Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel & gravel/haul, 4,297.00; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, htg. fuel, 4,571.42; Carhart Lumber, shop supp., 41.62; CHS, gas, 461.50; City of Bloomfield, water, 19.50; Cornhusker Int’l Truck Inc., rep., 545.19; Creighton News, ad, 24.00; Creighton Pronto, gas, 158.73; Great Plains Comm., phone, 467.77; Grossenberg Impl., rep. & shop supp., 437.94; Hefner True Value, shop supp., 22.04; Herbert Feed & Grain Co., diesel, 2,117.56; J & K Auto, gas, 197.00; J. Fox Construction, Bloomfield Shed addition, 1,347.25; Jack’s Quikshop, gas, 260.70; Sokol Electric, wiring shop, 1,093.99; Name redacted, medicare prem. reimb., 357.46; Jason Wessendorf, computer rep., 35.00; Kayton Int’l. Inc., rep., 204.60; Lorenz Automotive, rep., 91.50; Minford’s Trustworthy hardware, shop supp., 18.20; N & B Gas Co., propane, 2,282.71; NE Assn. Co. Hwy. Eng. Supt. Sur., reg. fee, 110.00; NPPD, electricity, 88.72; Newman Traffic Signs, signs, 1,403.50; NCCPD, electricity, 451.36; Northeast Nebr. News Co., ad, 25.59; Peters Hardware, rep., 23.95; 442-Praxair Dist., oxygen/acetyl., 254.71; Ray’s Electric Inc., cell phone, 39.99; Retriever LLC, retriever, 6,550.00; St. of Nebr., Mtr. Fuels Div., diesel tax, 230.00; US Cellular, cell phone, 348.73; The Verdigre Eagle, ad, 19.28; Verdigre Farm Service, gas/diesel, tordon, rep. & shop supp., 5,232.37; Vic’s Service, gas, tires & shop supp., 475.09; Village of Niobrara, water & sewer, 35.31; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer & garbage, 66.45; Walton Electronics, rep., 26.95; Weldon Parts Inc., rep., 520.37; West Hodson Lumber Co., bldg. rep., door, 221.99; West Hodson Lumber Co., shop supp., 87.60.

            LINDY NORTH BIA ROAD PROJECT FUND.  Michael Skroch dba Landmark Surveying, surveying fees, 2,500.00.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Creighton News, supp., 160.72; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 38.32; Marathon, supp., 285.00; Microfilm Imaging, equip. rent, 46.00; Quill Corp., supp., 174.74.

            VISITOR’S IMPROVEMENT FUND.  Great Plains Comm., kiosk internet, 304.48.

            ROD PRESERVATION/MODERNIZATION FUND.  MIPS, comp. prog., 123.25.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary, 40.63; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3.11; Knox Co. Register of Deeds, rec. fee, 10.50; NENEDD, RLF admin., 45.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 2.74; UCC Division, UCC filing fee, 10.50.

C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary, 3,300.00; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 252.45; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. HealthCare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 38.32; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. pays, 27.66; Jason Wessendorf, computer rep., 90.00; The Lincoln Nat’l Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Matt Cerny, mlge., 141.12; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays,222.75; US Cellular, cell phone, 63.31.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  RaDec Construction Inc., Pmt. 8 Courthouse Addition, 91,799.34; Rodney W. Smith, pub. def. cont., 2,083.33; The Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Doerr, crt. appt. atty., 366.30; Verlyn Luebbe, Special Co. Atty., 232.50.

            911 WIRELESS SERVICE FUND.  Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 336.59; Three River Telco, phone, 121.78.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  CenturyLink, phone, 4.76; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 469.83; Three River Telco, phone, 99.63.

 

                                                                                    TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                                    177,257.85

                                                Road Fund                                                          35,264.64

                                                Lindy North BIA Road Project Fund                        2,500.00

                                                Child Support Fund                                                  704.78

                                                Visitor’s Improvement Fund                                      304.48

                                                ROD Preservation/Modernization Fund                     123.25

                                                Economic Development Fund                                   112.48

                                                C & C Development Fund                                       4,740.33

                                                Inheritance Fund                                                  94,481.47

                                                911 Wireless Service Fund                                        458.37

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                                574.22

                                                                                    TOTAL                         316,521.87

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 1:53 p.m., April 10, 2014 until Thursday,     April 24, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            April 10, 2014  

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of April 10, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. O’Connor Dist. #1.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the March 27, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the March 27, 2014 minutes as read.

            Co. Assessor McManigal met with the Board on the following: 1. The 2014 Reports and Opinions of the Property Tax Administrator that are on file the Assessor’s Office were presented; 2. County Attorney Thomas is assisting her with a public records request; 3. GIS Website.  Many people are reviewing the Assessor’s records on the GIS Website.  The company also offers a service to fly the County and take pictures of rural/farm sites.  The cost would be $20,000 over a three-year period.  Discussion ensued on the pros and cons of the service to the Assessor’s Office, who would be working on the project, and if the service was necessary.  No action was taken.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:00 a.m. on April 10, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            April 24, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of April 24, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supervisors Swanson District #2 and Schlote District #6.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Mackeprang led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.     

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Kevin Mackeprang, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Tim Braithweit, Co. Assessor McManigal, Knox County Librarians, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Dale Riesberg, Econ. Dev. Dir. Cerny, 911 Coordinator Janecek, Sheriff Henery and Co. Attorney Thomas.

The minutes of the April 10, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the April 10, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that there is propane heat in the new Courthouse addition.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Project Surveillance Report from Glenn Mannes on the progress of the new Courthouse addition.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #2 and #6.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $337,536.27. 

            #16011 – Name redacted, Cobra pmt., 27.66; #16012 – Name redacted, Cobra pmt., 54.62; #16013 – St. of Nebr. hwy. alloc., 165,152.93; #16014 – Virgil Miller, reg. voter list, 8.24; #16015 – Knox Co. Attorney, non suff. filing fee, 230.00; #16016 – Cedar Co. Treasurer, March coll., 4,523.35; #16017 – Knox Co. Clerk, imprest int., 7.65; #16018 – Frontier Comm., 911 surcharge, 5.94; #16019 – U. S. Treasury, inmate reimb., 135.00; #16020 – St. of Nebr., name plate tax, 147,756.00; #16021 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 200.00; #16022 – Seven Promoters LLC dba Jack’s Qwik Shop, liquor lic., 225.00; #16023 – Bloomfield-Wausa Rec. Area dba Rolling Hills, liquor lic., 275.00; #16024 – Santee Sioux Nation dba Ohiya Casino, liquor lic., 275.00; #16025 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. loan pmt., 443.81; #16026 – Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. loan pmt., 665.72; #16027 – Pronto, econ. dev. loan pmt., 706.70; #16028 – Downtown Auto, econ. dev. loan pmt., 923.45; #16029 – Grand Central, econ. dev. loan pmt., 665.73; #16030 – Village of Verdigre, road oil, 877.50; #16031 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16032 – Commercial State Bank, int., 271.23; #16033 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permit., 70.00; #16034 – Gerald Ferris, reimb. for sign, mlge., & labor, 223.76; #16035 – Knox Co. Sheriff, BIA reimb., 3,884.00; #16036 – St. of Nebr., lodging tax, 1,194.98; #16037 – Knox Co. Sheriff, 1st qtr. fees & mlge., 4,251.59; #16038 – Bazile Creek Power Sports, final econ. dev. pmt., 127.13; #16039 – TC Complete, econ. dev. pmt., 362.73; #16040 – Jean Higgins, inh. tax-Adeline V. Juracek Est., 3,976.55.

Supr. Mackeprang updated the Board on the recent flood plain meeting in Bloomfield.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to authorize Chairman Miller to sign an agreement between Knox County and the State of Nebraska Dept. of Roads to tie out land monuments prior to the construction of Project No. STP-12-5(115), Crofton East.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #2 and #6.  Motion carried.

Supr. Schlote arrived at 10:00 a.m.

Hwy. Supt. Barta continued with the following: 2. Oil Crew update; 3. Bridge Crew update; 4. Bids will be opened on May 8, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. for a used truck tractor and a used gravel belly dump trailer; 5. Update on the RC refresher workshop.  The State will be taking over the RC duties and the local person will now be called the Project Liaison; 6. The Verdigre North agreement is not signed yet as the State wants to perform the NEPA work; 7. A township requested more road signs put up as one township is being sued; 8.  Hwy. Supt. Barta is putting up new 911 signs.  The owner will be billed as they requested the signs; 9. Employee update; 10. Truck at Crofton needs repairs; 11. Road repairs needed north of Bloomfield; 12.  Chairman Miller informed the Board that the Retriever works very well.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 10:16 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:30 a.m. with all members present except Supr. Swanson District #2.

Knox County Librarians Diane Limoges, Judy Kopp, Virginia Lindquist and Lyndsy Nelson met with the Board with an update of new activities at their respective libraries.  They are requesting the County to increase the annual contribution from $3,500 to $4,000 to each of the six libraries in Knox County.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to contribute $4,000 to each of the six libraries in Knox County.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $102,782.88 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

            The Board viewed the back alley to map out the area to concrete, the area for parking, and the area to landscape.

            Co. Clerk Fischer updated the Board on a proposal submitted by Safe N Secure for installing IP cameras in     Annex #2. 

            Dale Riesberg with the Knox County Visitor’s Committee met with the Board on the following: 1. With the passage of LB 215, the Nebraska Tourism Commission is changing the application process for distribution of the lodging tax funds for capital improvements.  Mr. Riesberg told the Board the County has an application form that they use, however, the State is proposing the use of a new application form. The Visitor’s Committee has concerns about the new application form and process so they recommend the Board of Supervisors take a “wait and see” attitude until glitches are worked out in the process.  The Board took no action on changing the application process for distribution of lodging tax funds; 2. Supr. Swanson resigned from the Visitor’s Committee.  He has served on the committee since 1989.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept the resignation of Supr. Swanson from the Knox County Visitor’s Committee and the appointment of Bob Janovec of Niobrara to complete Supr. Swanson’s term on the Visitor’s Committee.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            911 Coordinator Janecek updated the Board about the battery backup problem.  The generator and the electricity coming into the building are being checked.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

GENERAL FUND.  AS Central Services, AS400, 39.20; Bomgaars, keys, 4.47; Brooke Cooper, witness fee, 20.00; Casey Nieman, reimb., 98.75; Clerk of District Court, court costs, 35.00; Dollar General, sup., 131.80; Eakes Office Plus, HP printer, 1,950.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, meal, 7.50; ES & S, elec. media, 94.27; Farmers & Merchants State Bank, ACH file, 20.00; First National Bank Omaha, lodging., gas, meals, laptop, & sup., 3,936.21; Great Plains Comm., internet, 81.13; Jennifer Cooper, witness fee, 33.44; Jennifer Sorensen, witness fee, 40.00; John Thomas, mlge. & dues, 580.68; Kyleah Sorensen, witness fee, 40.00; Marty J. O’Connor, mlge., 231.84; Midtown Holiday Inn, lodging, 255.00; NACT, cont. ed. & workshop, 125.00; Nancy Jochum-Schramm, court rept., 416.00; NE Health & Human Services, inst. bill, 429.00; NE Public Health Environmental Lab., blood test, 105.00; NPZA, conf., 180.00; Nebraska Co. Attorney’s Assoc., dues, 890.00; Quill, sup., 341.38; The Monitor, env., publ., notice, 198.92; Vickie McManigal, janitorial cont., 3,013.27.

            ROAD FUND.  Salary, 44,016.46; Bernard Glover, prior serv., 20.00; Bill’s OK Tire Store, Inc., repairs, 240.98; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 902.22; Cedar-Knox PPD, elec., 186.02; CMart LLC, gas, 93.75; Coll. Of Int. Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,299.15; County of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. Pays, 9,646.24; Crofton Journal, ad., 15.19; Don Pahl, prior serv., 25.00; First National Bank Omaha, lodging, 69.62; Gary Becker, sand, 1,200.00; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins., Co. pays, 497.88; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 1,752.05; Husker Steel, guardrail reflectors, 450.00; KEA Construction, bridge cost, 288.63; Ken Vakoc, clay, 150.00; Kimball Midwest, shop sup., 559.97; Larry Pilar, prior serv., 21.00; Larry Moeller, windrow rent., 500.00; LCL Truck Equipment Inc., repairs, 59.97; Lincoln National Life Ins., Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Lynn Smith, clay, 150.00; Medical Enterprises, Inc., drug tests, 98.00; Mitteis Gravel, gravel, 9,838.29; NAPA Bloomfield, repairs, shop tools & sup., 496.75; Nebraska Public Power Dist., elec., 159.40; Orrin Pospisil, windrow rent., 500.00; R & K Motor Parts., repairs & shop sup., 399.19; Retirement Plan Div. of Ameritas, retirement, Co. pays, 2,946.81; Rohrer Welding & Repair, repairs, 726.17; SourceGas Dist. LLC, heating fuel, 208.31; Steffen’s Service Station, gas & oil, 797.81; The Bloomfield Monitor, ad., 41.66; Thompson Propane, propane, 399.75; Vakoc Excavating LLC, sand, 1,200.00; Village of Center, water & sewer, 23.00; Village of Wausa, water, sewer & garbage, 140.85.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Postmaster, postage, 203.00; Thomas Rueters-West, sub., 118.00.

            COUNTY INSURANCE FUND.  Avera Sacred heart Hospital, 2014 wellness, 2,673.00.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Knox County Register of Deeds, rec. fee., 10.50; Northeast Nebraska Economic Dev. District, cont. serv., 90.00; UCC Division, filing fee, 10.50.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  First National Bank Omaha, trng., travel exp., 171.50; Matt Cerny, mileage, 87.36; NNEDD, flash drive, 7.47.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Doerr, P.C., attorney fees, 2,663.09; Verlyn Luebbe, attorney fees, 180.68.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Platte Valley Communications, UPS repair, 1,117.50.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                        13,297.86

                                                Road Fund                                            82,152.42

                                                Child Support Fund                                    321.00

                                                County Insurance Fund                           2,673.00

                                                Economic Development Fund                     111.00

                                                C & C Development Fund                           266.33

                                                Inheritance Fund                                     2,843.77                    

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                1,117.50

Total               102,782.88        

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 11:50 a.m., April 24, 2014 until Thursday,  May 8, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            April 24, 2014  

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

10:16 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of April 24, 2014 at 10:16 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Swanson Dist. #2.  Vice-Chairman Schlote presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the April 10, 2014 meeting were read.  Vice-Chairman Schlote approved the April 10, 2014 minutes as read with the correction that Chairman Swanson adjourned the meeting.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to approve Tax Claims #7784, #7785 and #7786 and hereby direct the County Assessor to make the proper adjustments to the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Co. Assessor McManigal met with the Board on the following: 1. Notices are being ran to be mailed June 1; 2. New employee started on April 21; 3. Discussed fire district valuations.

Vice-Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:30 a.m. on April 24, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Vice-Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            May 8, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of May 8, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supervisor Swanson Dist. #2.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Sokol led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.   

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: 911 Coordinator Janecek, Sheriff Henery, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Kevin Mackeprang, Architects Glenn Mannes and Sarah Mannes Homstead, Ed Bottelfson and Heath Opfer with RaDec Construction Co., Custodian Vickie McManigal, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Co. Attorney Thomas, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Co. Assessor McManigal, and Emergency Mgr. Hintz.

The minutes of the April 24, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the April 24, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. United States Dept. of Agriculture letter regarding childhood hunger; 2. Letter from Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice stating that an inspection of the Knox County jail will take place on May 16; 3. Letter from Nebraska Emergency Management Agency regarding a recent State Homeland Security Grant/Emergency Management Performance Grant monitoring visit.

Emergency Manager Hintz met with the Board on the following: 1. Discussed Local Emergency Operations Plans (LEOP).  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to adopt Resolution #2014-12 approving the 2013 Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP).  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 – 12

 

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Knox County, Nebraska, pursuant to Nebraska Statute, is vested with the

            authority of administering the affairs of Knox County, Nebraska, and

WHEREAS, it has been determined that a Knox County Local Emergency Operations Plan has been developed in order

            to provide for a coordinated response to a disaster or emergency in Knox County, and other cities and villages in

            Knox County, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Knox County, deems it advisable and in the best interest of Knox County to

            approve said Local Emergency Operations Plan;

WHEREAS, the acceptance of this 2013 Local Emergency Operations Plan supersedes all previous approved Knox

            County Local Emergency Operations Plans;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Knox County, Nebraska, that the Knox County            Local Emergency Operations Plan to be, and hereby is, approved.

PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 8TH DAY OF MAY, 2014.

 

 

      BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

      KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Absent                                     

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, District #3                 Martin J. O’Connor, District #1              Rayder Swanson, District #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                                          Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny Schlote /s/                    

Jim Sokol, Jr., District #4                                  Norman Mackeprang, District #5                       Danny Schlote, District #6

 

                                                                        Jim Fuchtman /s/                     

                                                                        Jim Fuchtman, District #7

ATTEST:  (Seal)

Joann M. Fischer /s/                            

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County, Clerk

 

            Emergency Manager Hintz continued with the following: 2. Discussion was held on the hazard mitigation plan update.  Motion by Supervisor Mackeprang, seconded by Supervisor Schlote to authorize Chairman Miller to sign a Letter Agreement for Professional Services with Olsson Associates, Inc. to perform the services of updating the Tri-County Hazard Mitigation Plan.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for Board of Equalization at 9:45 a.m.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:58 a.m. with all members present except Supervisor Swanson District #2.

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $137,673.46. 

            #16041 – Tammy Henery, water, 10.00; #16042 – Crofton Lakeview Golf, liquor lic., 275.00; #16043 – St. of NE, emg. flood relief, 5,182.58; #16044 – Marty O’Connor, voter reg. list, 8.88; #16045 – Blue Moon resort, liquor lic., 475.00; #16046 – Vonage, 911 surcharge, 10.00; #16047 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg.. permits, 190.00; #16048 – Midwest Bank, int., 325.48; #16049 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16050 – St. of NE, airline tax, 5,793.60; #16051 – Brunswick State Bank, int., 462.33; #16052 – Commercial State Bank, int., 2,453.43; #16053 – Midwest Bank, int., 5,572.60; #16054 – St. of NE, 911 wireless, 3,898.72; #16055 – Creighton Comm. Country Club, liquor lic., 275.00; #16056 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70; #16057 – Carol A. Triplett, voter reg. list, 5.10; #10658 – Great Plains Comm. Inc., 911 surcharge, 11,529.92; #16059 – M.J. Brummer, water meter pmt., 50.00; #16060 – Commercial State Bank, int., 436.47; #16061 – Darren G. Jensen, filing fee, 5.00; #16062 – Knox Co. Treasurer, int., 705.18; #16063 – Knox Co. Treasurer, int., 232.42; #16064 – St. of NE, 4th homestead pmt., 45,373.67; #16065 – St. of NE, state aid, 36,158.05; #16066 – Brunswick State Bank, int., 1,479.46; #16067 – National Pharmaceutical Services, misc. fees, 102.37; #16068 – Mainelli Wagner & Assoc., cost reimb., 288.63; #16069 – Knox Co. Clerk, April coll., 108.77; #16070 – Don Henery, voter reg. list, 2.01; #16071 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16072 – Knox Co. Sheriff, April coll., 725.00; #16073 – Niobrara Housing, in-lieu, 3,682.99; #16074 – St. of NE, spec. assess. sewer, 1,647.34; #16075 – Knox Co. Court, fines & crt. costs, 3,367.00; #16076 – Knox Co. Zoning, zoning fees, 250.00; #16077 – Terry Stoural, voter reg. list, 7.60; #16078 – Knox Co. Treasurer, postage, 225.75; #16079 – St. of NE, rent, 2,205.00; #16080 – Clerk of Dist. Court, April coll., 1,576.19;   #16081 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ, dev. pmt., 237.24; #16082 – Knox Co. Chiropractic, econ, dev. pmt., 70.67; #16083 – Niobrara Laundry Service, econ. dev. pmt., 200.00; #16084 – Uptown Beauty, econ, dev. pmt., 345.00; #16085 – Creighton Livestock Market, planks, 70.00; #16086 – SID #2, election fees, 721.31; #16087 – SID #1, donation, 200.00.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Bids will be opened at 1:00 p.m. for a truck tractor and a belly dump gravel trailer; 2. Pierce/Knox County line bridge update.  Knox County’s cost will be about $30,000 for a concrete box; 3. “Ray Stark: bridge update.  The revenue process is beginning with the BIA; 4. Telebeep tower building update; 5. Bridge crew update; 6. Oil crew update; 7. Discussed consideration of working four 10-hour work weeks during the summer months.  The Knox County road employees will be surveyed to see if there is any interest in this matter;          8. Road project updates.

            Chairman Miller and Supr. Fuchtman updated the Board on the recent NACO health insurance meeting held in Norfolk. NACO has started a health service and Counties can get insurance other than Blue Cross Blue Shield through NACO. 

            911 Coordinator Janecek and Emergency Manager Hintz updated the Board on the Nixle Mass Weather Notification program.  Some people in Knox County already had signed up as well as the Sheriff’s Office, however, Nixle did not send an alert during the severe weather recently.  Nixle was contacted and the company said that if the County wanted direct weather service it would cost the County $1,430 per year.  Also, Nixle can be used at no cost to the County when sending alerts for missing persons or road conditions.  The direct weather service will benefit the many people who use the lake area and since many people use cell phones, this service should reach a majority of those people.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve payment to Nixle in the amount of $1,430 from the General Fund for direct weather service alerts.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            In response to campaign material that Sheriff Henery had sent to registered Republican voters, Supr. O’Connor asked Sheriff Henery if Supr. O’Connor had said he would vote for him and Sheriff Henery responded, “no” after a brief discussion.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to place on file the Clerk of the District Court May Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Discussion was held on the Fire District Levy that is allotted each year to the six County fire districts.  County Clerk Fischer presented an estimated fire district valuation/tax generated comparison.  No action was taken.

            Ed Bottelfson with RaDec Construction Company, Inc. updated the Board on the following new addition matters:   1. The top soil was put back on the lawn; 2. Almost all of the excess material is out of the building; 3. Roof should be maintenance free; 4. The elevator passed inspection.

            Discussion was held on the walls in the basement conference room.     

            Chairman Miller signed #CCP #21 on the holding room door as it was approved at a previous meeting. 

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to authorize Chairman Miller to sign Change Order #7 showing a credit of $35.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve Payment #9 in the amount of $117,057.88 to RaDec Construction Company, Inc. for the new Courthouse addition.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Final inspection of the new addition will be held at 10:30 a.m. on May 14.

            Discussion was held on the soap dispensers and hand soap for the bathrooms in the Courthouse and new addition.  Touch free foam soap dispensers will be purchased for the Courthouse and addition bathrooms and the County will pay for the first supply of hand soap and after that the soap will be purchased by Custodian McManigal as per her contract with the County.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. 

            The Board viewed the conference room in the new addition to view the walls and to review options.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for lunch at noon.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:47 p.m. with all members present except Supr. Swanson, District #2. 

            Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the April Zoning Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried; 2. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve the Administrative Plat Application #P0059 for James and Pamela Sorrell for a boundary adjustment of a tract in the East half of Section 14, T33N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Discussion was held on the new addition and the conference room as to options for the walls.

A bid opening was held at 1:00 p.m. for a used truck tractor and a used belly dump gravel trailer.  Knox County reserves the right to reject any and all bids and further reserves the right to accept any bid that best serves the needs of Knox County.  Bids received were:  Truck-Trailer Sales & Service Inc., Yankton SD – 2012 Dakota 43’ Tri Axle Belly Dump trailer, $34,500; Cornhusker International Trucks, Inc., Norfolk NE – 2007 International 9400I Truck, 215,000 miles, $53,000.00; Nebraska Truck & Equipment, Lincoln NE – 2007 Mack Truck, 812,000 miles, $29,500; Boyer Ford Truck Sioux Falls. Sioux Falls SD – 2006 Sterling Truck, 287.101 miles, $45,800; 2006 Sterling Truck, 448.769 miles, $26,000; 2009 Sterling Truck, 167.827 miles, $63,950; 2014 R-Way belly dump trailer, $42,780; Peterbilt of Norfolk, Norfolk NE – 2009 Peterbilt Truck, 341,500 miles, $64,500; 2009 Peterbilt Truck, 312,000 miles,$68,000; 2010 Peterbilt Truck, 385,000 miles, $72,300; Norfolk Truck Center, Norfolk NE – 2006 Freightliner Truck, 389,900 miles, $41,500; 2007 Freightliner Truck, 385,600 miles, $46,500; 2007 Freightliner Truck, 232,750 miles, $52,500.  The Board took no action on the tractor truck bids nor the belly dump gravel trailer bids.

            GENERAL FUND.   Salary, 117,495.94; Ace Irrigation & Mfg., ground fabric, 312.50;  Amy Johnson, travel exp., 26.88; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; Bomgaars, sup., 5.96; Centec Cast Metal Products, grave markers/flags, 1,105.61; Center Garage, rep., 111.00; Century Link, phone, 81.57; Clint Miller, board exp., 47.00; CMart, gas, 134.45; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec., Co. pays, 8,863.95;  Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc., ins., Co. pays, 22,306.93; Creighton News, publ., 259.00; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, publ., 396.42; Derek Cunningham, board exp., 16.20; Donald J. Jiracek, prior serv., 25.00; Ecowater Systems, water, 240.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, pris. meals, 2,238.50; ES & S, elect. prog., 6,244.91; Farmers & Merchants State Bank, notary bonds, 40.00; Great Plains Comm., phone, 1,559.81; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 1,208.68; Janita Kube, board exp., 22.92; Jason Wessendorf, inst. & computer rep., 210.00; JoAnn P. Knori, prior serv., 20.00; Joann M. Fischer, postage reimb., 89.02; Kay Morrill, board exp., 31.32; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 104.00; Knox Co. Court, crt. costs, 417.00; K/V Electric LLC, chair lift rep., 190.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 104.90; LeRoy Buchholz, board exp., 34.12; The Lincoln Nat’l. Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 72.56; Liz Doerr, reimb., 1,357.97; Mark D. Albin, mental hlth. bd., 197.50; Marty O’Connor, mlge., 604.80; Mary Ketelsen, exp., 13.44; Microfilm Imaging, scanner rent., 46.00; MIPS, computer prog., 659.33; N & B Gas Co., propane & new tank, 3,836.40; NACO, workshop, 85.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 204.40; North Central Public Power Dist., elect., 2.676.27; Office Systems Co., maint., 428.75; Postmaster, postage, 299.30; Pro Printing & Graphics, fair cards, 1,208.39; Quill, supplies, 1,182.82; Ray’s Electric, Inc., repair light, 94.59; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret., Co. pays, 7,823.45; Ruth Vonderohe, exp., 141.12; Spencer Quarries, Inc., rock, 256.63; Swanson Hay Co. LLC, hauling rock, 630.00; Tammy Henery, serv. cont., 1,522.00; Telebeep, pager, 51.33; The Monitor, publ., 353.37; US Cellular, phone, 89.16; US Cellular, phone, 126.61, The Verdigre Eagle, notices, 222.13; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 315.60; Wausa Gazette, publ., 314.43; West Hodson Lumber & Concrete Co., concrete, 216.00.
            ROAD FUND.  Ace Irrigation Mfg., woven fabric & culverts, 4,439.94; B’s Enterprises, Inc., signs, nuts/bolts, 2,310.00; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel, 755.40; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel, 4,086.86; Bauer Built, Inc., tires, 3,401.42; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 455.00; Carhart Lumber Co., building repairs, 43.32; CHS, gasoline, 72.11; City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; City of Creighton, water, garbage & sewer, 118.01; C-Mart, gasoline, 102.51; Cornhusker International Trucks, Inc., repairs, 554.59; Country Market, shop sup., 17.32; Creighton News, adv., 8.00; The Crofton Journal, adv., 10.97; Great Plains Comm., tele., 460.52; Grossenburg Impl. Inc., repairs, 1,409.40; Hefner True Value, shop sup., 67.96; Herbert Feed & Grain Co., diesel, 3,136.51; Hradec Diesel, Inc., repairs, 45.48; J & K Auto, gas, 152.00; Jack’s Quikshop, gas, 557.87; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 357.46; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop sup., 94.20; Kevin R. Barta, meals, 23.42; Key Sanitation, garbage, 116.00; Nebraska Public Power Dist., elec., 48.00; North American Truck & Trailer, Inc., repairs, 694.03; North Central Public Power Dist., elec., 384.65; Northeast Nebraska News Co., adv., 12.35; Peitz GMC Service Inc., repairs, 146.14; Peters Hardware, shop sup., 32.37; Powerplan, repairs, 319.18; R & K Motor Parts, repairs, 556.67; Rogers Auto Repair, repairs & acetylene, 130.00; Steffen Service Station, gas, 44.59; Sukup Service, tires, 3,348.64; US Cellular, phones, 349.35; Vakoc Excavating LLC, gravel, 37,443.60; Verdigre Eagle, adv., 16.40; Vic’s Service, LLC, gas, tires & repair, 1,173.04; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer & garbage, 72.15; West Hodson Lumber, shop materials, 135.12; Wise-Mack Inc., filters, 273.42.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Century Link, long dist., 4.80; Eakes Office Plus, serv. agmt., 204.37; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 40.94; Maximus, Inc., cost alloc. plan, 806.64; Microfilming Imaging, equip. rent., 46.00; NE Dist. Court Clerk’s Assn., dues & reg., 100.00; Quill Corp., off. sup., 91.96.

            ROD PRESERVATION/MODERINIZATION FUND.  MIPS, comp. prgm., 123.25.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary, 40.63; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec., Co. pays, 3.11; Ret. Plan Div. of Ameritas, ret., 2.74.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary, 3,300.00; Century Link, long dist., 4.80; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec., 252.45; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 40.96; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 27.66; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 222.75; US Cellular, phone, 63.34.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  Bloomfield Public Library, ann. contrib., 4,000.00; Creighton Public Library, ann. contrib., 4,000.00; Eastern Township Library, ann. contrib., 4,000.00; Lead-Lincoln Township Library, ann. contrib., 4,000.00; Niobrara Public Library, ann. contrib., 4,000.00; RaDec Construction, Co., Inc., pmt., #9, 117,057.88; Rodney W. Smith, pub. def. cont., 2,083.33; The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Doerr, crt. appt. atty., 93.75; Verdigre Public Library, ann. contrib., 4,000.00.

            911 WIRELESS SERVICE FUND.  Century Link, phone, 281.84; GEO-Comm., Inc., software, 2,978.05; Three River Telco, phone, 121.78.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Century Link, phone, 3.71; Century Link, phone, 230.60; GEO-Comm., Inc., maint., 4,672.95; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 1,392.61; NESCA, trng., 195.00; Three River Telco., phone., 99.63.

           

                                                                                    TOTALS

 

                                    General Fund                                                                189,420.94

                                    Road Fund                                                                      67,993.47

                                    Child Support Fund                                                           1,294.71

                                    ROD Preservation/Modernization Fund                                 123.25

                                    Economic Development Fund                                                 46.48

                                    C & C Development Fund                                                  4,516.68

                                    Inheritance Fund                                                           143,234.96

                                    911 Wireless Service Fund                                                3,381.67

                                    911 Emergency Fund                                                        6,594.50

                                                                                    Total                            416,606.66

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 2:00 p.m., May 8, 2014 until Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            May 8, 2014     

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Annex #2, Knox County Courthouse Square, in Center, Nebraska on the date of May 8, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Swanson Dist. #2.  Vice-Chairman Schlote presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the April 24, 2014 meeting were read.  Vice-Chairman Schlote approved the April 24, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Miller that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax  Claims #7787, #7788, #7789 and #7790 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to execute the proper adjustments on the tax records.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. 

            The 2014 Finding and Orders from TERC was placed on file.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 9:58 a.m. on May 8, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Vice-Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            May 29, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of May 29, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supervisor O’Connor Dist. #1.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Schlote led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Kevin Mackeprang, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Co. Assessor McManigal, Custodian Vickie McManigal, Dan Barnes, Co. Attorney Thomas, Alissa Doerr, Weed Supt. Banks, Chris Adelman, Sheriff Henery, Dave Boschult, and Emerg. Mgr. Hintz.

The minutes of the May 8, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the May 8, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that Supr. Schlote was present when approving the receipts.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Letter from North Central District Health Department offering on-site employee health screenings to businesses throughout their district as part of their new Working on Wellness program noting there is no charge to the employer for this program.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:23 a.m. with all members present except Supr. O’Connor, District #1.

            Custodian Vickie McManigal updated the Board on the additional work of cleaning the new addition and the additional toilet paper, paper hand towels and supplies needed.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson to approve an additional $871.20 per month to Custodian Vickie McManigal over her current monthly rate until such time to renew the Custodial Contract in September.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. The bid opening for a new belly dump trailer will be held at 1:00 p.m.; 2. Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to purchase a used 2007 International Tractor Truck from Cornhusker International Trucks Inc., Norfolk, NE in the amount of $53,000.00.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried; 3. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to authorize Chairman Miller to sign a proposal with MRJ Engineering of Columbus, NE for replacing County Bridge #03-17N2 located on 542 Avenue in Morton Township crossing Little Bazile Creek.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried; 4. Quotes on H-Pile were reviewed.  Quotes received were: Husker Steel, Columbus NE, 18 – 8” x 35’ long, 630’ x 36 lb/ft = 22,680 lbs., 12 – 8” x 40’ long, 480’ x 36 lb/ft = 17,280 lbs. totaling 39,960 lbs or 1,100 LF at $15.65 each for a total of $17,215; Midwest Service and Sales Co., Schuyler NE, 18 pieces 8” H-Pile 36# 35’ at $581.49 each = $10,466.82 and 12 pieces 8” H-Pile 36# 40’ at $664.56 each = $7,974.72 for a total of $18,441.54.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to accept the quote from Husker Steel, Columbus NE for the following H-Pile - 18 – 8” x 35’ long, 630’ x 36 lb/ft = 22,680 lbs., 12 – 8” x 40’ long, 480’ x 36 lb/ft = 17,280 lbs. totaling 39,960 lbs. or 1,100 LF at $15.65 each for a total of $17,215.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried; 5. The Peoria Township Board submitted an appeal to not vacate and abandon a .38-mile portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141).  The Township Board did meet the statutory time period of filing an appeal.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve the following Resolution accepting the Peoria Township Board’s appeal against vacating and abandoning a portion of 884 RD (Platted road #141) described in the following Resolution and the Knox County Board of Supervisors declares that the portion of 884 RD remain open.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. #2014- 13

 

A RESOLUTION TO NOT VACATE AND ABANDON DUE TO THE APPEAL OF THE PEORIA TOWNSHIP BOARD:             

 

      A .38-mile portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141) - Beginning at the South Quarter Corner of 

            Section 19, thence west .38 miles, being located between the SW1/4 of Section 19 and the

            NW1/4  of Section 30, all in T31N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

           

WHEREAS, the Knox County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on January 30, 2014, and

WHEREAS, Resolution #2014-01 was adopted for the vacation and abandonment of the above listed portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141), and

WHEREAS, proper notice and a copy of Resolution #2014-01 was sent by certified mail to each of the Peoria Township Board members informing them that they had four months to appeal such vacation/abandonment, and

WHEREAS, the Peoria Township Board has now appealed such vacation/abandonment and request that the portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141) remain open, and

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF KNOX, NEBRASKA: That a .38-mile portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141) beginning at the South Quarter Corner of Section 19, thence west .38 miles, being located between the SW1/4 of Section 19 and the NW1/4 of Section 30, all in T31N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska not be vacated and/or abandoned due to the appeal of the Peoria Township Board within the four month appeal period and that such portion of 884 RD (Platted Road #141) remain open.

            ADOPTED AND PASSED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Knox, Nebraska this 29th of May 2014.

 

ATTEST:       (Seal)                                                                              COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                                 By:  Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      

Knox County Clerk                                                                           Chairman                

 

            6.  Discussed putting up stop signs.  Hwy. Supt. Barta told the Board that an engineering study should be done for every stop sign put up and a resolution adopted on the placement of the sign.  Discussion ensued with Co. Attorney Thomas about the matter. Hwy. Supt. Barta said he would check with Mainelli Wagner Associates about signing off if he would conduct the study.  Currently the townships pay for signs and posts and the County puts them up and takes care of the maintenance of the sign.  Also more signage is needed on township roads.  Co. Attorney Thomas said that the County could bill the townships for the maintenance/replacement costs of regulatory signs.  The matter will be discussed at the next meeting and a resolution may be presented that would put the responsibility on the townships to pay for the signs, posts, maintenance/replacement costs, and all regulatory sign issues; 7. Spraying roadsides will be discussed later in the meeting with Weed Supt. Banks; 8.  A Nebraska safety grant was received and flexible bridge signs will be purchased; 9. Bridge crew update; 10. Oil crew update; 11. Discussed Hwy. Supt. Office Clerk Konnie Thiele’s introductory period is completed and payroll rate; 12. Road projects; 13. Discussed complaint received of person east of Center putting fence to edge of road.  Road right of way cannot be grazed and fences cannot be placed up to the edge of County roads.  Hwy. Supt. Barta will talk to the person first and if the fence is not removed in a week then a notification will be sent by certified mail and legal action taken.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $263,993.41 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $416,091.60. 

            #16088 - Name Redacted, Cobra pmt., 27.66; #16089 – Name Redacted, Cobra pmt., 54.62; #16090 – Mark Simpson, 911 sign, 42.65; #16091 – Brian Eisenhauer, filing fee, 5.00; 16092 – Anthony Kauth, filing fee, 5.00; #16093 – Travis Mlady, filing fee, 5.00; #16094 – Neil Guenther, filing fee, 5.00; #16095 – St. of Nebr., hwy. alloc. & Build Nebr. Act, 125,156.75; #16096 – Register of Deeds, rec. fees & doc. st. tax, 5,899.26; #16097 – Cedar Co. Treasurer, tax coll-Crofton Fire Gen. & Sink & Wausa Fire Gen., 41,777.58; #16098 – Pierce Co. Treasurer, tax coll-Sch. Dist. #13 Gen., bldg. & capital, 3,045.70; #16099 -  Brunswick St. Bk., 365.75; #16100 – Frontier, 911 surcharges, 5.94; #16101 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. pmt., 40.00; #16102 – Karla Egger, inh. tax-Cleo M. Johnson Est., 783.94; #16103 – Michael E Zoubek, inh. tax-Mary E. Zoubek Est., 2,951.00; #16104 – Vicki Miller, PR & Betty Vorthems, PR, inh. tax-Phyllis A. Dannert Est., 5,869.72; #16105 – Tammy Henery, bottled water, 10.00; #16106 – Bohemia Township, road signs & posts, 730.00; #16107 – Jeffrey Warembourg, 911 sign, 42.65; #16108 – Kevin Mackeprang, voter reg. list, 18.44; #16109 – Brunswick State Bank, int., 822.95; #16110 – Knox Co. Atty., STOP funds, 40.00; #16111 – Carsten Barger, culvert, 728.00; #16112 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. pmt., 260.00; #16113 – Est. of Louise Kienow, inh. tax, 215,353.78; #16114 – Pronto, econ. dev. pmt, 706.70; #16115 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. pmt., 443.81; #16116 – econ. dev. pmt., 665.72; #16117 – Midwest Bank, int. on CD’s, 2,265.23; #16118 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 11.00; #16119 – Verdigre Township, culvert & band, 1,360.00; #16120 – Knox Co. Sheriff, Encartele – reimb. jail phone usage, 20.25; #16121 – Knox Co. Sheriff, order of sale, 204.00; #16122 – Knox Co. Treasurer, insufficient fund fee, 25.00; #16123 – St. of Nebraska, lodging tax, 1,487.30; #16124 – Knox Co. Sheriff/BIA, BIA April housing reimb., 2,144.00; #16125 – Knox Co. Clerk, imprest int., 5.27; #16126 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. pmt., 20.00; #16127 – Midwest Bank, int. on CD, 743.70; #16128 – Commercial St. Bk., int., 268.22; #16129 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70; #16130 – TC Complete Repair, econ. dev. pmt., 362.73; #16131 – Brunswick St. Bk., CD int., 609.58.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for lunch at 12:05 p.m.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 1:00 p.m. with all members present except Supr. O’Connor District #1.

            Chairman Miller opened the advertised bid opening for a gravel belly dump trailer at 1:00 p.m.  Knox County reserves the right to deny any and all bids and further reserves the right to accept any bid that best serves the need of Knox County.  Bids received were: Boyer Trucks, Sioux Falls SD– 2014 R-Way belly dump trailer, $43,462.00; Truck Trailer Sales & Service Inc., Yankton SD-2015 Dakota 4303 belly dump trailer, $41,480.00; NMC, Norfolk NE-2015 Trail King belly dump trailer, $53,300.00.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to accept the bid from Boyer Trucks, Sioux Falls SD for a 2014 R-Way belly dump trailer in the amount of $43,462.00.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Co. Attorney Thomas updated the Board on the following: 1. The United States Supreme Court has decided that Native American casinos can be placed off reservation property; 2. Courtroom carpet; 3. Local bids for television monitors for the Boardroom and Courtroom; 4. Statutes say that the cost to control weeds in the road right of way shall be paid by the Board in control of the right of way, therefore, the County Board is responsible for spraying noxious weeds in the County road right of way.  Township Boards will be responsible for controlling noxious weeds in their road right of ways.  Also, Co. Attorney Thomas suggests the use of a notice that is recorded in the Register of Deeds’ Office against the real estate of a person who is not controlling noxious weeds. 

            Weed Supt. Banks and Dave Boschult with the Nebraska Dept. of Agriculture met with the Board regarding spraying of noxious weeds.  Weed Supt. Banks will be spraying the County road right of way.  Discussion was held on the large amount of leafy spurge this year, and methods and sprays available.  A letter will be sent by the Board to the Township Boards advising them that they will need to control the noxious weeds in their road right of ways.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Chairman Miller updated the Board on the recent Planning Commission meeting.

            As per the request of Supr. O’Connor, Chairman Miller read into record a letter submitted by Supr. O’Connor regarding the application of Troy and Kristen Behounek for a conditional use permit.

            Emergency Manager Hintz presented information to the Board on options of chairs and tables for the lower conference room.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Schlote to purchase 75 stacking banquet chairs and six   6-ft. and six 8-ft portable tables, and the cost to be paid by the KENO account.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the March 11, 2014 Planning Commission meeting minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Co. Assessor McManigal presented the annual maintenance and support service agreement costs for the GIS Workshop program for the Assessor and Zoning Administrator.  The cost did increase from $4,500 to $4,944 for the Assessor’s program and $2,500 to $2,575 for the Zoning program.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve the annual Maintenance and Support Services Agreement costs with GIS Workshop, Inc. of $4,944 for the Assessor’s program and $2,575 for the Zoning program and the costs to be paid out of the KENO account.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Discussion was held on commercially cleaning and waxing the floors in the main Courthouse building.  More information will be researched.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Certificate of Substantial Completion on the new Courthouse addition.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            The Board discussed parking for the employees and requests the south side along the new addition and the middle and southern area along the east side of the building be reserved for the public.

            The Board viewed the yard to mark where the new sidewalk will be located between the east front door and the south door in the new addition. 

            GENERAL FUND.  Ann Flood, mental health hrg., 50.00; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; AS Central Services, AS 400 use, 38.60; Associated Psychologists & Counselors, testing, 700.00; Automated Systems Inc., network operating system support, 1,488.00; Bloomfield Medical Clinic, med treatment, 15.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, van gas, 65.00; Bomgaars, supp., 23.16; Century Link, long distance, 78.44; City of Bloomfield, rent, 160.00; Creighton News, publ., 115.50; Creighton Pronto, gas, 74.61; Dean Wilken, mtg. exp., 31.16; Dollar General, supp., 191.25; ESRI, maintenance, 700.00; F & M St. Bk., ach file, 20.00; First Nat’l. Bk. Omaha, gas, meals, antivirus, 2,125.91; Fred Steffen, mtg. exp., 50.76; GIS Workshop, license, maintenance & support, 7,810.00; Greg Kuhlman, mtg. exp., 38.44; Independent Pest Management, pest control, 275.00; Jack’s Uniforms & Equip., taser equip., 1,799.90; James Egley, mental health hrg., 75.00; Jana Osborne, elec. help, 118.40; Jim Kotrous, mtg. exp., 56.36; Joann M. Fischer, reimb. elect. costs, 64.42; John Thomas, reimb. trash cans, bulletin boards, soap dispensers, & mlge., 2,045.89; Keith Nielsen, mtg. exp., 36.20; Ken Foner, mtg. exp., 51.88; Liz Doerr, mlge., postage & toner, 137.18; Madison Co. Court, crt. costs, 6.00; Madison Co. Sheriff, mental health hrg., 21.35; Marjorie Schaffer, mental health hrg., 50.00; Menford Electric, LLC, labor & materials to install lights & move outlet, 379.66; MIPS, computers, 1,496.31; Monica J. McManigal, mlge., 192.50; Monroe Systems for Business Inc., calculator ribbons, 57.68; NE Advance Sheets, subs., 200.00; NE Health & Human Serv., inst. bill, 90.00; NE Public Health Environmental Lab, blood test, 105.00; NENEDD, dues, 875.00; Northeast NE Juvenile Services., holding juvenile, 701.25; Office Systems Co., contract base rate, 121.00; Postmaster, postage, 294.00; Primary 2014 Election workers, 4,455.52; Quill, supp., 653.07; Robert Ganz, mtg. exp., 51.88; Steven Banks, reimb. training, 10.00; Sun Data, toner, 784.65; Val Olson, mental health hrg., 50.00; The Verdigre Eagle, network adaptor card & publ., 61.10; Vickie McManigal, janitor cont., reimb. blinds & elect. help, 3,073.76; Village of Center, water, sewer & garbage, 609.00; Wausa Gazette, publ., 76.92; Wintronic, battery backup, 8.00.

            ROAD FUND.  Salary, 54,663.06; Avera Medical Group, drug tests, 75.00; B’s Enterprises, Inc., signs & culverts, 7,179.00; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel, 2,267.52; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel, 2,022.38; Bloomfield Medical Clinic, CDL physical, 115.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 331.65; Bomgaars, gas, supplies & tools, 1,208.29; Cedar-Knox PPD, electricity, 99.89; City of Plainview Solid Waste Div., silt fence removal, 999.44; CMart, LLC, gas, 53.26; Coll of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 4,146.64; Cornhusker Int’l. Truck Inc., used truck, 53,000.00; Co. of Knox Employee Benefit %HealthCare Solutions Group, ins. Co. pays, 9,646.24; Crane Sales & Service, rep., 997.52; Creighton Pronto, gas, 150.09; Don McElhose, clay, rock, haul & equip. rent, 11,220.00; Don Pahl, prior serv., 25.00; First Nat’l. Bk. Omaha, batteries, 52.06; Frank Skokan, dirt, 304.00; Frank’s Food Mart, shop supp., 11.98; Freeman Oil LLC, diesel, 1,792.80; Frevert Excavating LLC, equip. rent, 1,555.00; HealthPlan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 497.88; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 4,505.01; Husker Steel, bridge steel, 45,813.00; Joel Suhr, clay, 659.00; Kayton Int’l. Inc., rep., 82.01; Larry Pilar, prior serv., 21.00; Larry Moeller, sand, 1,200.00; The Lincoln Nat’l. Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Lynn Smith, clay, 150.00; Mark Binnebose, shop tools, 303.38; Menford’s Trustworthy Hardware, shop supp., 11.73; MIPS, office computers, 2,629.41; NAPA Bloomfield, shop supp., rep., & filters, 1,943.71; NPPD, electricity, 139.13; Omaha Slings, Inc., reels of wire, 1,760.19; People’s Grocery, shop supp., 11.89; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 3,665.47; Rose Equipment Inc., rep., 415.06; Source Gas Distribution LLC, heating fuel, 78.73; Trails End Ranch, dirt, 561.00; Verdigre Farm Service, gas & repairs, 7,039.52; Village of Center, water & sewer, 23.00; Village of Niobrara, water & sewer, 35.50; Yankton Fire & Safety Co., fire extinguishers, 25.00.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Century Link, long distance, 4.62; John Thomas, reimb. window blinds, 3,795.82.

            VIISTORS IMPROVEMENT FUND.  Great Plains Comm., kiosk internet, 142.28.

            CO. INSURANCE FUND.  Name Redacted, ded. reimb., 250.00; Name Redacted, ded. reimb., 250.00; Name Redacted, ded. reimb., 250.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Century Link, long distance, 4.62; Country Creations, key chains, 715.00; First Nat’l. Bk. Omaha, travel, training & antivirus, 372.06; Matt Cerny, mlge. & conference, 489.56.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Century Link, phone, 512.76; First Nat’l. Bk. Omaha, gas, 92.24; Ramada Inn, lodging, 288.00.

                                                                                    TOTALS

 

                                                General Fund                                                    33,307.71

                                                Road Fund                                                       223,518.74

                                                Child Support Fund                                             3,800.44

                                                Visitor’s Improvement Fund                                    142.28

                                                County Insurance Fund                                          750.00

                                                C & C Development Fund                                    1,581.24

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                             893.00

                                                                                    Total                            263,993.41

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 3:00 p.m., May 29, 2014 until Thursday,     June 12, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

                   

                                                                                                            May 29, 2014   

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of May 29, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. O’Connor District #1.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the May 8, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the May 8, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claims #7791 through #7796 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to execute the proper adjustments on the tax records.   By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Co. Assessor McManigal met with the Board on the following: 1. School land.  Discussion was held on assessment of lessees’ fences and dams on school land, the lessee paying taxes on the assessed property and how the Dept. of Education reimburses the lessee for improvements after the lease is completed; 2. GIS Workshop.  A proposal from GIS Workshop was reviewed for aerial imagery of the County that would enhance the current GIS web information to include the aerials.  The fly-over would be done by May 2015.  Co. Assessor McManigal received credit from other work done by GIS Workshop so she could apply the credit towards the cost and the cost of the project could be paid over a three-year period.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve a cost proposal and contract from GIS Workshop, Inc. to fly their aerial oblique imagery at a cost of $25,000 to be paid over a three year period and to apply any credits received now and in the future.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:23 a.m. on May 29, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                           Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            June 12, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of June 12, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. O’Connor led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.         

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Kevin Mackeprang, Co. Assessor McManigal, Katie Fritz, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Linda Wuebben, Kristen and Troy Behounek, Nick Stout, Lori Stout, Fred Steffen, Zoning Administrator Doerr, Co. Attorney Thomas, Alissa Doerr, Doug Ptacnik, Jerry Nipp, Philip Jensen, Larry Fahrenbruch, Co. Sheriff Henery and Co. Treasurer Stark. 

The minutes of the May 29, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the May 29, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Letter to all County Officers and Department Heads from County Attorney Thomas about Sec. 12 of LB 907 approved by Governor Heineman on April 16, 2014, concerning public employers’ responsibilities regarding an applicant’s criminal history.  2.  Letter from Connie J. Janecek, Knox County 911 Coordinator, regarding loan repayment transfers from the Wireless 911 Fund and E911 Fund to the Inheritance Fund.  3.  Northeast Nebraska RC&D Connections newsletter.  4. Northeast Community College Spring/Summer 2014 Connections magazine. 

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $243,073.85. 

#16132 – St. of NE, grant, 3,840.05; #16133 – Midwest Bank, int., 2,413.98; #16134 – Northern Ponca Housing Authority, in lieu of tax, 710.80; #16135 – St. of NE, June HHS rent, 2,205.00; #16136 – St. of NE, 911 wireless, 3,898.72; #16137 – St. of NE, ins. prem. pmt., 16,342.50; #16138, St. of NE, juv. justice grant, 1,500.00; #16139 - Mike Beckman, beam, 109.81; #16140 – M.J. Brummer, water meter, 50.00; #16141 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16142 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16143 – Knox Co. Treasurer, int., 661.20; #16144 – Knox Co. Treasurer, int., 215.80; #16145 – St. of NE, homestead pmt., 45,373.67; #16146 – St. of NE, reimb., 86.34; #16147 – Knox Co. Clerk, May collections, 301.89; #16148 – Knox County Chiropractic, econ. dev. pmt., 70.67; #16149 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. pmt., 790.80; #16150 – White Tail River Ridge, econ. dev. pmt., 306.00; #16151 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #16152 – Downtown Auto Service, econ. dev. pmt., 1,846.90; #16153 – Knox Co. Court, May collections, 4,076.00; #16154 – Register of Deeds, May collections, 7,061.71; #16155 – Knox Co. Sheriff, May collections, 615.00; #16156 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. pmt., 290.00; #16157 – Encartele, Inc., reimb., 72.00; #16158 – Knox Co. Clerk, imprest int., 6.72; #16159 – Knox Co. Treasurer, postage, 223.00; #16160 – Knox Co. Attorney, May collections, 40.00; #16161 – marr. lic., 15.00; #16162 – Frontier, 911 surcharge, 5.94; #16163 – Daniel Vakoc, culvert & band, 890.00; #16164 – Commercial State Bank, CD int., 1,764.38; #16165 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16166 – St. of NE, hwy. alloc. and Build Nebraska Act LB84 $5,681.17 (included in hwy. alloc.) , 127,699.29; #16167 – Clerk of Dist. Court, May collections, 772.98; #16168 – Family Variety, econ. dev. pmt., 260.98; #16169 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. pmt., 345.00; #16170 – Bradford Foremen, inh. tax – Marie F. Dittoe Est., 4,883.89; #16171 – Kristina K. Wright, inh. tax – Marie F. Dittoe Est., 1,637.03; #16172 – Cedar Co. Treasurer, May coll., 8,691.99; #16173 – Cedar Co. Treasurer, May coll., 1,839.07; #16174 – Village of Verdigre, oil, 877.50.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:18 a.m. with all members present.

Crofton City Development Director, Linda Wuebben, met with the Board to request that the Addendum to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of Knox and the City of Crofton regarding the joint use of City property for a cold mix preparation and storage site within the city limits of Crofton be amended to remove Lots 4, 5 and 6 from the real estate description as these lots have been sold.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to amend the Addendum to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of Knox and the City of Crofton to remove Lots 4, 5 and 6 from the real estate description, pending the approval of County Attorney Thomas.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion Carried.

Katie Fritz, contact person for the County’s NIRMA insurance plan, presented information regarding NIRMA’s alternate property deductible levels for the July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2015 policy period.  Discussion was held and Mrs. Fritz will call NIRMA regarding questions that were raised and report back later in the meeting. 

At 10:30 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on Conditional Use Permit Application #CU0015 submitted by Troy and Kristen Behounek dba Toy Shed Storage, Crofton, NE, for the construction and operation of a self-storage unit on part of the N1/2NW1/4NE1/4 of Section 23, T33N, R2W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, NE.  Zoning Administrator Doerr reported on the Knox County Planning Commission’s recommendation to approve the permit with five conditions and read letters received from Lyle Tramp and Supr. Marty O’Connor.  Fred Steffen, Planning Commission Board member, presented information on the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and discussion was held regarding drainage issues, violations of State and County regulations, and what is needed to be in compliance.   Nick Stout presented pictures of the drainage issues affecting his property and explained his opposition to the permit.  Also in attendance at the hearing were Troy and Kristen Behounek and Lori Stout. The public hearing was closed by Chairman Miller at 11:19 a.m.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve Conditional Use Permit #CU0015 for Troy and Kristen Behounek dba Toy Shed Storage, Crofton, NE, with the stipulation that the Behounek’s are in compliance with the Knox County Zoning Regulations before construction begins and to approve Resolution #2014-15 subject to the Knox County Planning Commission’s conditions #1 through #5 and to add condition #6 to show compliance of diversion of water before construction begins according to Knox County Zoning Regulations.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays District #1.  Motion carried. 

 

RESOLUTION #2014-15

 

WHEREAS, Troy & Kristen Behounek dba Toy Shed Storage has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0015 to construct and operate a self-storage unit on a tract of land legally described as part of the north one half of the northwest one quarter of the northeast one quarter (N ½, NW ¼, NE ¼) of Section 23, Township 33 North, Range 2 West of the 6th p.m. Knox County, Nebraska; less the following tracts:

 

Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Section Twenty-three (23), thence 5 89°58'05" W along the north section line a distance of 708.65 feet; thence on an assumed bearing of S 00°00'00" E a distance of 54.82 feet to a point of beginning on the south right-of-way line of Knox County Highway 54C; thence continuing S 00°00'00" E a distance of 605.18 feet; thence 5 89°58'05” W a distance of 784.08 feet; thence N 00°00'00" E a distance of 619.10 feet back to said south right-of-way line; thence N 88°53'54” E along said south right­of-way line a distance of 170.76 feet; thence S 88°26'06” E continuing along said south right-of-way line a distance of 613.58 feet to the point of beginning.

 

AND

 

Commencing et: the Northeast corner of said Section Twenty-three (23), thence 5 89°58'05" W along the north section line a distance of 708.65 feet; thence on an assumed bearing of S 00°00’00” E a distance of 54.82 feet to a point of beginning on the south right-of-way line of Knox County Highway 54C; thence continuing S 00° 00' 00” E a distance of 605.18 feet; thence S 89°58'05” W a distance of 670.04 feet to the West right-of-way line of Nebraska Highway 121; thence N 00°32'26” E along said Nebraska Highway 121 West right-of-way a distance of 594.79 feet back to said Knox County Highway South right­ of-way line; thence N 89°15'06” W along said South right-of-way line a distance of 589.81 feet; thence N 88°26'06” W continuing along said South right-of-way line a distance of 85.92 feet to the point of beginning.

 

Also excepting that part deeded to the state of Nebraska in Book 86, at Page 401 and at Page 412

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice as required by the Nebraska State Statutes, of a hearing held on the 20th day of May, 2014, at 7:30 PM in the Bloomfield Community Center on the proposed application; and

 

WHEREAS, the public hearing has been held pursuant to said notice and all statements received at the hearing have been duly considered by the Planning Commission;

 

AND WHEREAS the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

 

1.  One business sign up to 80 square feet is allowed. 

2.  A security fence with secure access no less than 8’ tall shall be erected along the perimeter of the site before completing construction of the storage unit building. 

3.  No outside storage is allowed because it will be within sight and will attract crime.

4.  Under the soffit lighting shall be included on the east and west sides of the building.

5.  Two rows of screening trees around the entire site and an additional Two rows of 6-8’ trees are to be planted along the east property line. 

6.  Must show compliance of diversion of water before construction begins according to Knox County Zoning Regulations.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE TROY AND KRISTEN BEHOUNEK CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU0015 BE APPROVED.

 

Dated this 12th day of June, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

 

Virgil H. Miller  /s/                                                                     VOTED “NO” M. J. O’Connor  /s/                   

Virgil H. Miller, Dist. #3, Chairman,                                            Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1

 

Rayder Swanson /s/                                                                  James Sokol, Jr.  /s/                                        

Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                                         James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4

 

Norman Mackeprang  /s/                                                           Danny R. Schlote  /s/                                      

Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                                                   Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

      Jim Fuchtman  /s/                          

                   Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

ATTEST:                 (Seal)

 

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/                        

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

            Doug Ptacnik, Jerry Nipp, and Philip Jensen, representatives from Great Plains Communications, met with the Board in regard to providing wireless internet to the Courthouse.  Philip Jensen, Sales Manager Business Accounts, presented a GPC Service Order Agreement for installing internet access of 20Mbps by 20Mbps through underground fiber optic cable from the Great Plains building located in Center to the Courthouse.  The term of the agreement would be for 60 months with a monthly recurring charge of $1,100.00 and a non-recurring charge of $250.00.  This would be a stand alone wireless internet connection and the cost would be over and above what is currently being paid to Great Plains for their other services to the Courthouse.   Doug Ptacnik presented a quote in the amount of $5,818.58 for the network equipment, installation and labor.   The Board took no action and requested that other options be researched by Great Plains Communications.

            Larry Fahrenbruch, Independent Associate–Director representing LegalShield, presented information to the Board about a legal and identity theft plan that he provides and requested the Board’s permission to offer it to the County employees.  Supr. Swanson made a motion that Mr. Fahrenbruch be allowed to meet with the County employees on their own time and not the County’s time.  Further discussion was held about forming a group which would make the premiums for the employees lower.  The Board was not in favor of forming a group and Supr. Swanson rescinded his motion.  Mr. Fehrenbruch was informed that he could leave informational packets with the County Clerk’s office which could be distributed to the employees and if the employees were interested in his product then they could personally contact him. 

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for lunch at 12:22 p.m.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 1:00 p.m. with all members present.

Katie Fritz reported to the Board that she had called Larry Pelan at NIRMA to clarify questions about the County’s insurance deductible.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to raise the deductible on the Auto Physical Damage insurance from $1,000 to $2,500 and leave the deductible the same at $1,000 for the Inland Marine and Property, Building & Contents insurance.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Katie Fritz, Office Manager for Hwy. Supt. Barta, met with the Board on the following road department business:  1. The agreement and resolution on Verdigre North Federal Aid Bridge Proj. No. BRO-7054(19), C.N. 31821 is being tabled as there are changes that need to be made to the agreement.  2.  Bridge crew update; 3.  Oil Crew update; 4.   Update on the .5 mile road project north of Horseshoe Hill. 

Discussion was held on the Resolution drafted by County Attorney Thomas regarding the Townships’ responsibility for the placement and maintenance of traffic control devises.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to adopt Resolution No. 2014-16 regarding the Townships’ responsibility for the placement, installation and maintenance of traffic control devises and the associated costs.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays None.  Motion carried.

 

BEFORE THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

TOWNSHIPS TO BE                                                                                        )

RESPONSIBLE FOR                                                                                         )  RESOLUTION NO. 2014-16

TRAFFIC SIGNS                                                                                              )

 

            WHEREAS, Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-6,121 provides that placement and maintenance of traffic control devises is within the jurisdiction of local authorities; and,

            WHEREAS, the County has previously been volunteering to install and maintain traffic signs in townships; and,

            WHEREAS, the County has previously been volunteering to be responsible for costs associated with replacing signs and posts at existing locations in townships.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Supervisors of Knox County, Nebraska, that each township be responsible for:

            1. Engineering study necessary for placement of traffic control devices, including signs,

            2.  Installation and maintenance of traffic control devices in the township, and

            3.  Costs associated with replacement of traffic control devices.

            DATED June 12, 2014 at the Knox County Courthouse, Center, Knox County, Nebraska.

                                   

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller  /s/                                                                     M.J. O’Connor  /s/                                           

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, District #3                                         Martin J. O’Connor, District #1                                                       

Rayder Swanson  /s/                                                                Jim Sokol, Jr.  /s/                                            

Rayder Swanson, District #2                                                     Jim Sokol, Jr., District #4

                                                                                   

Norman Mackeprang  /s/                                                           Danny Schlote  /s/                                           

Norman Mackeprang, District #5                                                           Danny Schlote, District #6

 

Jim Fuchtman  /s/                                

Jim Fuchtman, District #7

 

ATTEST:               (Seal)

 

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/                        

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

            County Attorney Thomas met with the Board on the following:  1.  Showed carpet samples for the Courtroom and discussed the following quotes he received for Shaw Feedback carpet tile:  Flooring Solutions, Norfolk, NE, carpet and labor - $5,731.75; Floor to Ceiling, Yankton, SD, carpet and labor - $6,411.00; Carhart Lumber Company, Bloomfield, NE, carpet only - $5,001.65 (labor not included).  The Board directed County Attorney Thomas to purchase the carpet from Flooring Solutions, Norfolk, NE.  2.  Discussed wireless internet needs for the Courthouse.  3.  Explained the letter written to all County Officers and Department Heads about LB 907.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Swanson to place on file the Zoning Monthly Permit Report for May 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to place on file the Clerk of the District Court’s  Fee Report for May 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Discussion was held on proposals from the County Officials regarding the 2015 wages for their employees.  Sheriff Henery presented wage comparison information and proposed a wage increase of $1.00 per hour for his jailors/dispatchers.  Deputy Sheriff wages were also discussed.  A letter to the Board from Co. Clerk Fischer, Co. Treasurer Stark, Co. Assessor McManigal and Co. Attorney Thomas regarding their proposal for a 3.5% increase for employees who are not classified as deputies and/or do not receive the deputy wage was reviewed and Supr. Mackeprang commended the officials for their reasonable proposal.  A proposal of $12 per hour for a starting wage for non-exempt employees was also presented in the letter. Research of wages for the road department has not been completed at this time. 

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was from Supr. Sokol who informed the Board that he received a call from one of his constituents regarding concerns about the livestock friendly designation and discussion was held with Zoning Administrator Doerr about her responsibilities. 

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that all claims, except Claim #2586 in the General Fund  and Claim #2610 in the Road Fund, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes All Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. 

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson that Claim #2586 in the General Fund and #2610 in the Road Fund, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain Districts #1 and #3.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $481,500.58 are listed below.           

GENERAL FUND. Salaries, 123,475.92; Amanda Boggs, elect. mlge., 14.56; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 21.78; Bob’s Candy Service, Inc., mops, 18.05; Bonnie R. Cash, prior serv., 9.00; Carol Peters, prior serv., 15.00; Center Garage, repair, 841.00; Christa Beckmann, elect. mlge. & supp., 42.17; City of O’Neill, juv. justice, 839.61; Knox Co. Court, crt. costs, 171.00; Collector of Internal Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 9,316.60; County of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 22,909.82; Creighton News, elect. notice, 931.00; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, elect. notice, brd. proc. & notices, 1,011.67; Curt Mackeprang. bd. exp., 18.44; Dale Ketelsen, shelving & labor, 210.00; Derek Cunningham, bd. exp., 29.64; Donald J. Jiracek, prior serv., 25.00; Eakes Office Plus, cabinets, desk & copier agmt., 4,182.41; Ecowater Systems, water, 200.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, pris. meals, 2,682.50; Great Plains Comm., phone, 1,265.68; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 1,236.34; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 47.06; Jacqueline F. Fritz, prior serv., 24.00; Jacquelyn E. Meier, prior serv., 21.00; James F. Janecek, prior serv., 21.00; James Scott., mlge., 38.08; Janita Kube, bd. exp., 38.60; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, supp., 11.36; JoAnn Eisenbeiss, prior serv., 45.00; JoAnn P. Knori, prior serv., 20.00; John Thomas, mlge. trng. & hub, 707.09; Katie Fritz, elect. mlge., 6.72; Kay Morrill, bd. exp., 17.88; Knox Co. Sheriff, mlge., court costs & reimb., 344.72; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 104.90; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 74.39; Lois Colwell, prior serv., 27.00; Madison County Attorney, juvn. justice, 255.05; Manatron, Inc., assessor supp. contract, 12,931.19; Mary Eiler, bd. exp., 38.60; Mary Ketelsen, off. supp., 22.87; Microfilm Imaging Systems, scanner rental, 46.00; MIPS, compt. prg., 659.33; Monica J. McManigal, reimb., 99.05; NACO, dues, 1,609.50; NACEB, bd. exp., 100.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 283.77; North Central PPD, electricity, 1,954.16; Northeast Community College, CPR class, 90.00; Northeast Nebraska News, notice, 7.29; Northeast Research & Ext. Center, equip, 1,812.76; Quill, supp., 814.30; Region IV Behavioral Health System, qtr. bill, 4,225.50; Region IV Inc., qtr. bill, 2,521.50; Reliable Office Supplies, supp., 992.41; Reserve Account., postage, 6,000.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 8,126.72; Roma Walton, prior serv., 51.00; Ruth Vonderohe, mlge., 438.48; Safe N Secure, cameras & scanner, 24,770.68; Schreier’s Lumber Co., supp., 121.50; Sunrise Hill Veterinary Hosp. PC, dog welfare ck., 54.74; Tammy Henery, lawn service, 771.00; Telebeep, pager, 51.33; The Farner  Co., Inc., utensils, 57.15; The Monitor, notices, election exp. & envelopes, 2,265.58; Tom Kotrous, grant funds, 3,840.05; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 89.70; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 126.33; The Verdigre Eagle, election, notices & notary seal, 610.38; Verdigre Farm Supply, gas, 175.87; Village of Center, water, sewer & garbage, 564.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 335.31; Virginia Buerman, prior serv., 27.00; Wausa Gazette, notices, bd. proc., & election, 984.39.

ROAD FUND. Salaries, 493.75; B’s Enterprises, culverts, 6,936.25; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel/haul, 4,390.26; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel, 3,653.18; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 535.33; CHS, gas/diesel, 1,897.76; City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; C-Mart, gas, 103.25; Collector of Internal Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 37.77; Cornhusker International Truck, repairs, 99.71; Creighton Pronto, gas, 510.82; Creston Fertilizer Co., grazon, 430.00; Crofton Journal, ad, 24.14; Cumins Central Power, LLC, repairs, 57.03; D & L Towing, towing, 590.00; Don McElhose, clay, rock/hauling, 4,367.50; Eakes Office Plus, copier agrmt., 242.25; Frank’s Food Mart, supp, 14.88; Freeman Oil, LLC, diesel, 2,754.00; Gary Backhaus Gravel LLC, gravel/hauling, 6,410.87; Great Plains Comm., telephone, 503.57; Grossenberg Imp., repairs, 226.54; Hefner True Value, supp., 41.31; Herbert Feed & Grain Co., diesel, 2,753.73; Hradec Diesel Inc., repairs, 271.19; Husker Steel, steel and H piling, 67,244.50; J & K Auto, gas, 116.50; Jack’s Quikshop, gas, 527.70; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 365.52; Jebro, Inc., road oil, 41,321.74; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, supp., 15.76; Kayton International Inc., repairs and supp., 104.80; Kevin Barta, reg. fee, 10.00; KTP Enterprises, Inc., repairs, 149.50; Melvin Barger, gravel, 1,984.00; Menford’s Trustworthy Hardware, supp., 30.02; MIPS, computer setup, 859.12; Mitteis Gravel, gravel, 90.67; N & B Gas Co., propane, 187.68; Nebraska Public Power, electricity, 32.21; Newman Traffic Signs, signs, 1,158.00; North Central Public Power District, electricity, 246.56; Northeast Nebraska News, ad, 6.12; Peters Hardware, hose, 40.89; Power Plan, repairs, 1,164.52; Quill Corp., supp., 314.81; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays., 33.33; Steffen’s Service Station, gas, 31.82; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 348.05; Vakoc Excavating, LLC, gravel, equip. rental, and hauling, 55,420.21; Verdigre Farm Service, supp., gas/diesel, oil/filter, tire repair, erosion control, 7,650.12; Village of Niobrara, water/sewer, 34.94; Village of Verdigre, water/sewer/garbage, 66.45; West Hodson Lumber, masonry, 643.05; West Hodson Lumber, grass seed, 11.99.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND. Great Plains Comm., phone, 38.31; Microfilm Imaging, scanner rental, 46.00; Postmaster, postage, 490.00.

            VISITORS IMPROVEMENT FUND. Great Plains Comm., internet, 304.56.

            ROD PRESERVATION AND MODERNIZATION FUND. MIPS, computer program, 123.25.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salary, 25.00; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 1.91; Northeast Nebraska Economic Development, adm., 147.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 1.69.

            C AND C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salary, 3,300.00; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 252.45; County of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, sub., 50.00; Great Plains Comm., phone, 38.36; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 27.66; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins., Co. pays, 1.83; Matt Cerny, mlge., 64.96; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 222.75, U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 63.27.

            INHERITANCE FUND. Mannes Architects LLC, final pmt., 4,932.99; Rodney W. Smith, pub. def. cont., 2,083.33; The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Doerr PC, fees, 1,139.73.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND. Century Link, phone, 2.97; Great Plains Comm., phone, 804.61; Three River Telco., phone, 221.41.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                                    249,940.48

                                                Road Fund                                                        217,573.17                                   

                                                Child Support Fund                                                  574.31

                                                Visitor’s Improvement Fund                                      304.56

                                                ROD Preservation & Modernization Fund                  123.25

                                                Economic Development Fund                                   175.60

                                                C and C Development Fund                                   4,624.17           

                                                Inheritance Fund                                                   8,156.05

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                             1,028.99

                                                                                    Total                             481,500.58

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 2:40 p.m., June 12, 2014 until Thursday,     June 26, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk                              Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

                   

                                                                                                            June 12, 2014  

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of June 12, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor District #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.   Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the May 29, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the May 29, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claim #7797 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to execute the proper adjustments on the tax records.   By roll call vote.  Ayes All Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.         

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve and enter all evidence for the 2014 Equalization being the 2014 Certification of Assessment Files, all Nebraska Statutes, Regulations and Directives, the 2014 Sale Rosters, the 2014 PAD Reports & Opinions, the 2014 TERC Findings, the NE Assessor Reference Manual, the US Dept. of Ag Soil Survey and all pertinent information regarding Equalization, which are all on file in the Knox County Assessor’s Office, and to place on file the Certificate of Completion of Assessment Roll for Knox County.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Assessor McManigal explained that due to a computer programming error, her office needs to re-mail a corrected 2014 Notice of Valuation Change to all affected real property owners who were previously mailed notices.  Assessor McManigal spoke with Ruth Sorensen, Nebraska Property Tax Administrator, and was directed that this is how the error should be handled.  There are several other Counties that use Terra Scan programming that need to do the same re-mailing also.  Since the Notice of Valuation Change needs to come from the County Board of Equalization, Assessor McManigal had to wait until today for the Board of Equalization’s approval of the new notices with the correct wording.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve the new corrected 2014 Notices of Valuation Change by the Knox County Board of Equalization and mail them as of today, June 12th, thereby extending the protest deadline to July 12th.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Miller to accept and place on file the following 2014 Notices of Valuation Change by the Knox County Board of Equalization.  By roll call vote.  Ayes All Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Timothy D. & Lisa M. Allen, Crofton NE, home updated to include one more bathroom & a partitioned basement, 216,840 to 255,370; Casey Anderson, Wausa NE, moved in Brock bin, 147,825 to 153,040; Gary P. & Joselyn K. Arens, Crofton NE, home square footage corrected, 349,865 to 341,255; Jennifer Bertschinger, etal., Trustees, Creighton NE, home site acre added, 1,062,990 to 1,064,400; D & B Land Co., Plainview NE, adj. acres according to new neighboring survey, 18,145 to 19,035; Rosemary G. Davis, Creighton NE, adj. square footage, 91,280 to 82,320; Daniel L. & Neva Jean Doerr, Creighton NE, implement bldg. correction, 433,805 to 432,445; Deane T. Gobel, Fordyce NE, adj. home depreciation, 24,905 to 17,250; Michael Joe & Kelly K. Hanvey, Center NE, adj. home square footage, 182,565 to 181,160; Donrel Herbolsheimer, Trustee, Pierce NE, placed trailer-temporary impr. on leased land, 0 to 35,945; Jesse & Cindy Jansen, Crofton NE, adj. to grass value, 187,315 to 183,690; Kitrina Key, Niobrara NE, added basement finish, 55,635 to 69,140; Scott & Me Lea Kinkaid, Hartington NE, removed Brock bin, 467,930 to 462,715; Jared M. & Tina L. Meikle, Norfolk NE, adj. home value, 179,060 to 173,190; Jamie & Mica Olson, Bloomfield NE, included entire horse barn/arena, 297,855 to 344,970; Gary L. & Rebah Opkis, Creighton NE, adj. land use, 28,715 to 22,770; Keith E. & Kathleen Pinkelman, Bloomfield NE, added farm implement bldg. & shop w/finished room, 286,780 to 362,600; Daniel H. & Sherril I. Repenning, Bloomfield NE, added irrigation, 77,370 to 126,625; Rife Farms LLC, etal, Sioux Falls SD, corrected ag use acres, 139,855 to 152,105; Rife Farms LLC, etal, Sioux Falls SD, land use corrected, 152,105 to 250,400; Tamera A. Rohde, Kingsley IA, flat valued home & chg. home site to bldg. site, 494,925 to 470,075; Scott J. Rohmiller, LeMars IA, adj. stats, 141,160 to 138,890; Daniel G. Sage & wf., Crofton NE, removed incomplete functional on garage, 45,805 to 49,390; Wayne L. & Julia Schacht, Orchard NE, updated home stats, 157,530 to 146,145; Cornelius & Shirley Schroeder, Norfolk NE, adj. waste acres, 223,790 to 220,035; David P. Schumacher, Crofton NE, adj. land use, 108,760 to 106,195; Phillip J. & Sandra L. Spady, Crofton NE, added utility bldg. value, 215,370 to 222,000; Charles E. Stockman, Niobrara NE, mobile home removed, 5,620 to 900; Dean A. & Stephanie S. Stueckrath, Osmond NE, corrected land use, 280,405 to 192,025; Marty & Kristal Thorell, Wausa NE, home site removed & added bldg. site, 489,235 to 482,235; Dale M. & Teresa Thunker, Yankton SD, adj. basement square footage finish depreciation, 193,710 to 180,170; Norman Tramp, etal, Wynot NE, value lots as agland, 6,700 to 6,470; Norman Tramp, etal, Wynot NE, value lots as agland, 6,315 to 2,535; Stanley G. Uhing, Crofton NE, adj. home stats, 80,115 to 74,950; V & G LTD, Bloomfield NE, added irrigation, 1,133,685 to 1,388,145; Craig L. & Beverly A. Vanness, Wausa NE, adj. irrigated acres, 629,705 to 570,465; Delmar J. Walter, Crofton NE, adj. home depreciation, 15,955 to 11,765; West Hodson Lumber Co. of Crofton, Crofton NE, lots valued as agland, 7,030 to 9,470; West Hodson Lumber Co. of Crofton, Crofton NE, lots valued as agland, 7,030 to 9,335; Brian & Debbie Wiebelhaus, Crofton NE, chg. to grass value, 8,505 to 2,910; Rodney J. Wiebelhaus, etal, Fordyce NE, adj. WRP acres, 34,560 to 2,535; Rodney J. Wiebelhaus, etal, Fordyce NE, adj. WRP acres, 179,055 to 25,285; Mark & Amber Wilson, Bloomfield NE, adj. home value, 24,560 to 17,605.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014 – 14 showing that the Tax Equalization and Review Commission (TERC), as part of its equalization proceedings finds that the levels of value of real property in Knox County for tax year 2014 satisfy the requirements of the Laws of the State of Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

Resolution #2014-14

 

     WHEREAS, Ruth A. Sorensen, Nebraska Property Tax Administrator, has compiled the 2014 Reports and Opinions regarding the assessment practices and statistical analysis for Knox County.  Ruth has stated that all three classes of property, residential, commercial and agricultural meet the accepted mass appraisal practices.  All levels of value are sufficient and she recommends that no changes be made, and

     WHEREAS, the Department of Revenue Property Assessment Division acknowledges and calculates all statistical measures and assessment qualities based upon the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) standards.  Comparisons are made using the assessed values and the market values.  IAAO considers these statistical measures the most appropriate measures for use in determining levels of value.  These measurements suggest uniformity in the assessments by calculating values based on the selling price divided by the assessed values in the sales file, and

     WHEREAS, the Property Tax Administrator, Ruth A. Sorensen, has ruled that Knox County’s 2014 average Land Class Groupings (LCG) comparison chart demonstrated uniformity across county lines, and 

     WHEREAS, the Property Tax Administrator, Ruth A. Sorensen, held that each class of property contains a correlation section describing the analysis of the sales verification, measures of central tendency and the analysis of the quality of assessment, and

     WHEREAS, the Property Tax Administrator, Ruth A. Sorensen, noted the 2014 Knox County Abstract for real property showed the value of real property within Knox County is $1,534,483,985 and the number of records at 10,971  and

     WHEREAS, the following statistics are accepted for Knox County 2014:

                                                      Median         Mean     Weighted Mean          PRD          COD  

     Residential            96%            96%            91%                 105.63        10.83     155 sales

     Commercial          97%            98%             97%                 100.79         7.26       19 sales

     Agricultural           70%             71%            66%                 106.22        23.69     144 sales

     WHEREAS, the Tax Equalization and Review Commission, TERC, as part of its equalization proceedings finds that the levels of value of real property in Knox County for tax year 2014 satisfy the requirements of the Laws of the State of Nebraska .The findings of fact, conclusions of law and order are issued pursuant to a motion adopted by a majority of the Commission.

     Now, be it therefore resolved, the Knox County Board of Equalization commends the Knox County Assessor and her staff on their professionalism and competent work resulting in a favorable report.

 

                                                                    Knox County Board of Equalization

                                                                                Knox County, NE

 

Martin J. O’Connor /s/                                                                     Jim Sokol, Jr.  /s/                                      

Martin J O’Connor, Dist #1                                                                 Jim Sokol, Jr.,  Dist #4

 

Rayder Swanson  /s/                                                                     Norman Mackeprang  /s/                                      

Rayder Swanson, Chairman Dist #2                                                         Norman Mackeprang, Dist #5

 

Virgil H. Miller  /s/                                                                           Danny Schlote  /s/                                     

Virgil H Miller, Dist # 3                                                                         Danny Schlote, Vice Chairman Dist #6

 

                                                                                                            Jim Fuchtman  /s/                                               

Attest:  Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/                                            Jim Fuchtman, Dist #7

           Rhonda K. Surface

           Deputy Knox County Clerk         (SEAL)

 

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept and place on file the Notices of Rejection of Homestead Exemption - Form 458R.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:18 a.m. on June 12, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk                             Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            June 26, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of June 26, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supervisor O’Connor Dist. #1.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Fuchtman led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.        

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Kevin Mackeprang, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Tim Braithwait, Co. Assessor McManigal, Econ. Dev. Director Cerny, Shane Greckel, Kelly Kumm, Travis Barney, Zoning Administrator Doerr, Don Ketelsen, Rory Liska, Max Dvorak, Brian Dather, Larry Cross, Dave Huigens, Brian Sandoz, Bill Frank, Mike Beckmann, Co. Treasurer Stark, Co. Sheriff Henery, Clerk of the District Court Riesberg, Co. Attorney Thomas, Alissa Doerr, Jerry Nipp, Philip Jensen, Jeff Hammer, Veteran Service Officer Boggs, Emergency Manager Hintz, Connie Viterna, Cassie Stark, Kathy Wagner, Susan York, and Jennifer Hitz.

The minutes of the June 12, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the June 12, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Letter from Sally Jewell, The Secretary of the Interior in Washington, giving notification that Knox County is entitled to a payment of $38,466.00 under the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program. 

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $60,067.37. 

#16175 – Norbert Guenther, COBRA pmt., 27.66; #16176 – Jana Osborne, COBRA pmt., 54.62; #16177 – Village of Winnetoon, machine hire, 110.00; #16178 – Ray Rodgers, tentative inh. tax-Loretta Rodgers Est., 11,547.24; #16179 – Pronto, econ. dev. pmt., 706.70; #16180 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. pmt., 443.81; #16181 – Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. pmt., 665.72; #16182 – Knox Co. Clk., marr. lic., 15.00; #16183 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permit, 10.00; #16184 – Frevert Excavating, equip. rent, 100.00; #16185 – U.S. Treasury, entitlement land (PILT), 38,466.00; #16186 – Knox Co. Atty., STOP funds, 200.00; #16187 – Deborah Bailey, inh. tax-Marie F. Dittoe Est., 4,883.89;    #16188 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #16189 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16190 – James Mastalir, voter reg. labels, 6.21; #16191 – St. of Nebr., lodging tax, 2,070.52; #16192 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits & variance, 720.00; #16193 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00. 

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:11 a.m. with all members present except Supervisor O’Connor, District #1. 

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following business:  1.  Reviewed a new LPA Program Agreement – Federal-Aid Funds and Resolution for the Verdigre North Bridge Project BRO-7054(19), State Control No. 31821, and explained that Knox County’s share was to be 20% of the total project cost but now it is 0% because State bridge funds are available to pay the County share.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, Seconded by Supr. Sokol to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Project Program Agreement between Knox County and the Nebraska Department of Roads regarding Federal Aid Bridge Project BRO-7054(19), State Control No. 31821, Verdigre North and to adopt Resolution No. 2014-17.   By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays None.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION

SIGNING OF THE PROJECT PROGRAM AGREEMENT – BM1404

       

Knox County

Resolution No. 2014-17  

 

Whereas:  Knox County is proposing a transportation project for which it would like to obtain Federal funds;

 

Whereas:  Knox County understands that it must strictly follow all Federal, State and local laws, rules, regulations, policies and guidelines applicable to the funding of the Federal-aid project; and

 

Whereas:  Knox County and Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) wish to enter into a new Project Program Agreement setting out the various duties and funding responsibilities for the Federal-aid project.

 

Be It Resolved:  by the Board of Supervisors of Knox County that:

 

Virgil Miller, Chair of the Knox County Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized to sign the attached Project Program

Agreement between the Knox County and the NDOR.

 

Knox County is committed to providing local funds for the project as required by the Project Program Agreement.

 

NDOR Project Number:  BRO-7054(19)

NDOR Control Number: 31821

NDOR Project Name:  Verdigre North

 

Adopted this 26th day of June, 2014 at Center, Nebraska.

 

The Board of Supervisors of Knox County

 

Virgil Miller  /s/                                                                         Rayder Swanson  /s/                                        

 

Norman Mackeprang  /s/                                                           Jim Fuchtman  /s/                                            

 

James Sokol, Jr.  /s/                                                                 Danny Schlote  /s/                                           

 

                                                                                                Absent – District #1 Martin J. O’Connor                     

 

                                                Board Member Danny Schlote Moved the adoption of said resolution.

                                                 Member James Sokol, Jr. Seconded the Motion.

                                                Roll Call:  6 Yes    0 No     0  Abstained    1  Absent

                                                Resolution adopted, signed and billed as adopted.

 

Attest:                          (Seal)  

 

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/            

Signature County Clerk – Deputy

                                                      

2.  Hwy. Supt. Barta presented the results of the survey that was given to all Road Department Employees regarding employee input on going to four 10-hour days for the work week during the summer months.  16 out of 18 employees responded to the survey and the vote was split evenly with eight employees wanting to keep the work week as it is now with five 8-hour days and eight employees wanting to go to four 10-hours days.  The Board decided to leave the work week schedule as it is now.   3.  A report was presented on County Township Allocation funding for the end of the fiscal year 2013-2014 and discussion was held on whether to raise the allocation total from $280,000 to $300,000 for the next fiscal year due to an approximate 8.5% increase in funding.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to increase the total County Township Allocation from $280,000 to $300,000 for the fiscal year 2014-2015.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays None.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.   4.  Oil crew update.  5.  Bridge Crew update.  6.  Hwy. Supt. Barta informed the Board that Resolution No. 2014-16, which was adopted at the last meeting regarding the Township’s responsibilities for traffic signs, will be sent to one member of each Township Board by certified mail along with a cover letter and a map showing the Township’s signs. 

            At 10:30 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing to support the Livestock Friendly County Program in Nebraska, to commit to enter into a letter of understanding with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture agreeing to develop a plan to support livestock industry in Knox County, to submit reports as directed by the Department, and to request that Knox County’s application for designation as a livestock friendly county be reviewed and approved by the Director of the Department of Agriculture.  Zoning Administrator Doerr discussed the adopted changes that were made to the livestock zoning regulations for Knox County to be more livestock friendly and that Steve Martin had reviewed them and was in agreement with the changes.  Public comment was heard from Economic Development Director Cerny, Shane Greckel representing Knox County Farm Bureau, Kelly Kumm, Tim Braithwait, and Travis Barney.  Supr. Fuchtman commented that he would like the Resolution to state that Knox County would still maintain control of the setbacks for livestock feeding operations so that the Public does not perceive that this control is being given away.  Zoning Administrator Doerr will add this wording to the Resolution.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to accept Resolution #2014-18 as presented with the addition of wording to say that it is also understood that Knox County will maintain control of the setbacks for livestock feeding operations.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays None.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-18

 

WHEREAS, the duly appointed Planning Commission of Knox County, Nebraska, has prepared amendments which have been adopted on April 10, 2014 by the Knox County Board of Supervisors regarding the Livestock Regulations of the Zoning Regulations, for Knox County, Nebraska to be more livestock friendly;

 

AND WHEREAS the Knox County Board of Supervisors conducted a public hearing on June 26, 2014 after due publication and notice, and received comments from the public concerning designation as a Livestock Friendly County;

 

AND WHEREAS the Knox County Board of Supervisors recognized that developing the livestock production in the county has an economic benefit and is important to the economic well-being on the county;

 

AND WHEREAS the county intends to work with all other governmental jurisdictions within its boundaries in implementing livestock development within the county;

 

AND WHEREAS the county is committed to compliance with the Livestock Waste Management Act;

 

AND WHEREAS the Knox County Board of Supervisors hereby commits to enter into a letter of understanding with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture agreeing to develop a plan to support the livestock industry in Knox County and to submit reports as directed by the Department.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE BOARD FULLY SUPPORTS THE LIVESTOCK FRIENDLY COUNTY PROGRAM IN NEBRASKA AND RESPECTFULLY REQUESTS THAT ITS APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION AS A LIVESTOCK FRIENDLY COUNTY BE REVEIWED AND APPROVED BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.  IT IS ALSO UNDERSTOOD THAT KNOX COUNTY WILL MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE SETBACKS FOR LIVESTOCK FEEDING OPERATIONS. 

 

Dated this 26th day of June, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller  /s/                                                                     Absent                                                 

Virgil H. Miller, Dist. #3, Chairman,                                            Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1

 

Rayder Swanson /s/                                                                  James Sokol, Jr.  /s/                                        

Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                                         James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4

 

Norman Mackeprang  /s/                                                           Danny R. Schlote  /s/                                      

Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                                                   Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

Jim Fuchtman  /s/                                

ATTEST:             (Seal)                        Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/                        

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

            Hwy. Supt. Barta continued with the following business:  7.  Knife River Paving has not been able to provide a cost estimate yet to hot mix on the Bloomfield COOP Road.  8.  Informed the Board that the Road Budget will have a carryover of approximately $274,000.  9.  Discussed the wage comparison research that Hwy. Supt. Barta had completed with Holt and Cedar Counties regarding road and bridge crew employees.  Nine Knox County road employees were present and discussion ensued on work-related responsibilities and safety issues, equipment, differences between inside and outside employees, insurance benefits, clothing allowance, snow days and wage increase proposals.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to give a 10% raise in wages to the road and bridge crew employees and increase the monthly clothing allowance from $20 to $35 starting in 2015, with the stipulation that the Road Department is separate from the inside Courthouse employees and there will be no snow days for the Road Department, so if the Courthouse is closed because of snow the Road Department employees will still work and will not receive overtime pay unless they have worked more than 40 hours in the week.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays None.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.  

            Discussion on the wages of the inside Courthouse employees was tabled until 1:30 p.m. to give the Courthouse employees an opportunity to meet with the Board. 

            Jerry Nipp and Philip Jensen, representatives from Great Plains Communications, met with the Board and presented a new proposal with several options for installation of wireless internet through fiber optics to the Courthouse.  The proposal is valid until July 26, 2014, however, Mr. Jensen agreed to extend the date that it would be valid until July 31, 2014 so that it would fall on a Board meeting day.  More research will be done as to the wireless internet needs of the Courthouse. 

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for lunch at 12:04 p.m.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with all members present except Supr. O’Connor, District #1. 

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $695,023.88 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

The May Zoning Permits Report that was on the agenda for this meeting was acted upon and approved at the last meeting.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 1:00 p.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 1:19 p.m. with all members present except Supervisor O’Connor, District #1. 

Jeff Hammer, Knox County’s insurance agent, met with the Board and presented a quote regarding the renewal of the dental/vision insurance plan that the County has with HealthPlan Services through Ameritas Group.  He explained the renewal options, an alternate plan, cost differences, dental rewards, and that the plan the County currently has is one of the better plans.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Schlote to stay with the same dental/vision insurance plan that the County currently has with HealthPlan Services through Ameritas Group with the renewal effective date to be 8/1/2014 with an increase of premiums as follows:  Employee only - $27.66 to $31.56, Employee + 1 – $54.62 to $62.32, and Employee + 2 or more - $87.15 to $99.40.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.   Discussion was also held with Mr. Hammer on employees who do not take the insurances the County offers and would like to receive a stipend instead and how that would affect the County’s plans. 

Courthouse employees and officials met with the Board regarding the wages of those Courthouse employees who are not classified as deputies and/or do not receive the deputy wage.  Several employees spoke and discussion was held on concerns about the current wages, the Officials’ proposal of a 3.5% increase for the Courthouse employees, the 10% wage increase the road department employees received, differences between inside and outside employee working conditions, the benefit package, and phone calls made to compare wages in neighboring Courthouses.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to give the Courthouse employees who are not classified as deputies and/or do not receive the deputy wage a 3.5% wage increase starting in 2015.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried. 

Sheriff Henery reviewed with the Board the wage and salary proposals for the Sheriff’s Office that he had presented at the last meeting.  After discussion, motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Swanson that starting in 2015, a wage increase of $1.00 per hour be given to the jailors/dispatchers in the Sheriff’s Office and that the Deputy Sheriffs receive 72% of Sheriff Henery’s salary plus overtime.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.

County Attorney Thomas met with the Board and discussed employees who opt out of taking health insurance, medicare premiums, and the County’s cafeteria 125 plan.  County Attorney Thomas will conduct more research on these matters and report back to the Board by September 1, 2014. 

County Sheriff Henery informed the Board that he would like to update the Deputy Sheriffs’ cellular phones from flip phones to Smart phones and discussed the cost increase and advantages there would be with this upgrade.   The Board directed Sheriff Henery to upgrade to the Smart phones.

The Board will conduct a job performance review of the appointed officials at the next meeting and discuss their wages and salaries on an individual basis. 

A wheelchair for public use in the Courthouse was discussed and it was decided that the County does not need to provide a wheelchair for public use.

There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve a special designated one-day liquor license to Paula K. Veldhouse dba Lindy Country Club (License #105539) for the date of July 19, 2014 for a band/beer garden.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

The Board reviewed a letter from Kathryn J. Liebers, Chief Probation Officer for Nebraska Probation District Seven announcing that District 7 Probation has been chosen as the 10th of 14 districts for a Specialized Substance Abuse Supervision (SSAS) program and Day Reporting Center.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to place on file the County Treasurer’s Certificate of Pledged Securities as of June 23, 2014, and the County Clerk’s Certificate of Pledged Securities as of June 24, 2014.   By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Swanson to adopt Resolution #2014-19 Amending Resolution #2013-42 regarding a change in the amount of Knox County 911 Wireless funding actually received for the 2013-2014 funding year.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

RESOLUTION #2014-19

AMENDING RESOLUTION #2013-42

 

WHEREAS, Resolution #2013-42 was adopted August 8, 2013 stating that pursuant to the order of the Nebraska Public Service Commission Application 911-019/PI-118, dated May 21, 2013, the Knox County 911 Wireless funding of a net of $39,853.87 for the 2013-2014 funding year would be allocated, and

WHEREAS, the amount received actually was $42,885.87, and

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to the order of the Nebraska Public Service Commission Application 911-019/PI-118, dated May 21, 2013, the Knox County 911 Wireless funding of a net of $42,885.87 for the 2013-2014 funding year shall be allocated:

 

25% for maintenance, 911 telephone service costs and dispatcher wages

75% set aside for funding future 911 equipment and software upgrades and purchases

 

Further resolved that the 75% set aside shall not be utilized for any other purpose than funding future 911 equipment and software upgrades and purchases. 

Adopted and approved this 26th day of June, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller  /s/                                                                     Absent                                                 

Virgil H. Miller, Dist. #3, Chairman,                                            Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1

 

Rayder Swanson /s/                                                                  James Sokol, Jr.  /s/                                        

Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                                         James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4

 

Norman Mackeprang  /s/                                                           Danny R. Schlote  /s/                                      

Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                                                   Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

      Jim Fuchtman  /s/                          

                   Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

ATTEST:          (Seal)

 

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy  /s/                        

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

After discussion, motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Swanson to approve the final payment to RaDec Construction, Hartington, NE, in the amount of $65,499.46 for the completion of the new addition to the Courthouse and Courtroom renovations.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #1.  Motion carried.

GENERAL FUND.  AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; AS Central Services, AS 400, 38.60; Bear Graphics, record binders, 582.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, van gas, 59.00; Bomgaars, door stops & supp., 101.60; Cathy Stark, mlge., 184.80; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc., ins. plan document, 1,500.00; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, subscription, 25.00; Dale P. Riesberg, mtg. exp., 25.00; Des Moines Stamp, stamps, 60.85; Dollar General Store, paper towel, bags & supp., 155.65; Donald Stoural, mlge., 40.50; Dugan Business Forms, tax statements, 528.00; Epco LTD Inc., signs, 1,584.00; F & M St. Bk., ach file, 20.00; First Nat’l Bk. Omaha, gas, meals, supp. & lodging, 3,734.76; Fred Steffen, mtg. exp., 65.88; GIS Workshop, obliques/Web GIS, 15,000.00; Greg Kuhlman, mtg. exp., 51.88; Grit, subscription, 16.95; Holiday Inn, lodging, 69.12; James Hames, mlge., 112.50; Jim Kotrous, mtg. exp., 45.16; Joann M. Fischer, reimb. van gas, 45.18; John Thomas, digital wireless & antivirus, 188.60; Karen K. Riesberg, mlge., 198.90; Ken Foner, mtg. exp., 38.44; Keith Nielsen, mtg. exp., 40.12; Knox Co. Court, crt. costs, 166.00; Knox Co. Sheriff, transport juvenile, 233.74; Leroy Buchholz, mlge., 38.75; Leroy Clausen, mlge., 58.50; Liz Doerr, mlge., 170.24; Madison Co. Sheriff, mental health notice, 23.02; Manatron, Inc., contract, 5,323.45; Mark Albin, crt. appt. mental health atty., 291.00; Landmark Surveying, surveying fees, 300.00; Microfilm Imaging Systems Inc., scanner rent, 875.00; Mike Kumm, mtg. exp., 55.24; MIPS, Inc., computers & scanner, 3,744.08; MIPS, Inc., scan old records, 10,000.00; NACO, reg., 200.00; NE Health & Human Services, inst. bill, 93.00; NE Co. Assessor’s Assn. of Nebr., dues, 50.00; NIRMA, risk mgt., 51,491.92; Office Systems Co., copier, contract & shredder, 1,933.00; OK Concrete Const. Inc., concrete alley & parking, 15,100.00; OK Concrete Const. Inc., concrete alley & sidewalk, 13,200.00; Pitney Bowes, postage meter supp., 244.76; The Postmaster, postage, 5,875.21; Quill Corp., supp., 1,143.15; RaDec Const. Co., Inc., final billing/courtroom renov., 22,969.90; Ray’s Electric Inc., bulbs, 186.30; Reliable Office Supp., supp., 1,096.37; Robert Ganz, mtg. exp., 37.32; Rudy Ruda, equip. rent, 390.25; Ruth Vonderohe, mlge. & book, 227.88; The Monitor, subscription, 26.00; U.S. Treasury, PCORI, 122.00; US Postal Service, stamped envelopes, 852.10; Verdigre Eagle, envelopes, 622.45; Vickie McManigal, janitor contr., 3,884.48; Wausa Gazette, subscription, 29.50; Western Office Technologies, copier cont., 1,816.74.

            ROAD FUND.  Salaries, 47,261.27; B’s Enterprises, Inc., culverts/bands, 6,923.20; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel/hauling, 51,279.55; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, propane, 270.72; Bauer Welding, shop supplies, 15.00; Bazile Creek Power Sports, repairs, 30.78; Bloomfield Tire & Oil, gasoline, 455.36; Bomgaars, spray, gasoline & shop supplies, 1,133.16; Boyer Trucks Sioux Falls, Inc., gravel trailer, 43,462.00; Cedar-Knox PPD, electricity, 70.02; C-Mart LLC, gasoline, 20.50; Collector of Internal Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,580.56; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc., ins. Co, pays, 9,646.24; Don Pahl, prior serv., 25.00; Eugene J. Wolfe, Jr., prior serv., 12.00; First National Bank, Omaha, gasoline, 75.00; Hagge Glass, repair, 150.00; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 497.88; Herbert Feed & Grain Co., diesel, 2,587.23; Holiday Inn Express, lodging, 249.00; Jebro, Inc., road oil, 132,761.00; Ken Vakoc, clay, 150.00; Kimball Midwest, shop supplies, 496.34; Larry Pilar, prior serv., 21.00; Lincoln Nat’l Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Mitteis Gravel, gravel/hauling, 20,579.94; NAPA Bloomfield, repairs, shop supplies, oil/filters, 2,029.02; Nebraska Public Power, electricity, 144.59; NIRMA, insurance, 85,146.00; NMC Exchange, Inc., repairs, 189.06; R & K Motor Parts, repairs & supplies, 177.13; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement, Co. pays, 3,165.84; Ronald Bourn, gravel/hauling, 12,870.74; Roy Johnson, Jr., equip. rental, 100.00; SourceGas, heating fuel, 55.59; Spencer Quaries, red rock, 2,514.24; Vakoc Excavating, LLC., equip. rental and gravel, 27,966.50; Vic’s Service, LLC, gasoline & tire repair, 461.04; Village of Center, water/sewer, 23.00; Weldon Parts, Inc., repairs, 6,150.16; West Hodson Lumber & Concrete Co., culvert/band, 4,187.50; Yonke Trucking, equip. & truck rental, 4,998.71.

            CHILD SUPPORT FUND.  Cornhusker State Industries, court furniture, 7,838.00; Eakes Office Plus, serv. agmt., 204.37; Floor Solutions, courtroom carpet, 5,732.00; Microfilming Imaging, equip. rent, 46.00; Quill Corp., supp., 11.98; RaDec Const. Co. Inc., final bill/courtroom renov., 26,376.73.

            ROD PRESERVATION/MODERNIZATION FUND.  Microfilming Imaging Service, scanner rent, 555.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  First Nat’l Bk. Omaha, supp., postage & travel, 211.29.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  The Law Offices of Jeffrey Doerr, crt. appt. atty., 386.24; Verlyn Luebbe, spec. co. atty., 830.11.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  CenturyLink, phone, 512.44; First Nat’l Bk. Omaha, gas, 44.00; NIRMA, risk mgt., 5,666.08.

 

                                                                                          TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                                                167,831.84

                                                Road Fund                                                                    471,964.17

                                                Child Support Fund                                                         47,022.71

                                                ROD Preservation/Modernization Fund                                 555.00

                                                C & C Development Fund                                                     211.29

                                                Inheritance Fund                                                               1,216.35          

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                                         6,222.52

                                                                                          Grand Total                         695,023.88

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 3:26 p.m., June 26, 2014 until Thursday,     July 10, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk                              Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

                   

                                                                                                            June 26, 2014  

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of June 26, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.   Absent was Supervisor O’Connor Dist. #1.  Chairman Swanson presiding.   

The following people were present at various times during the meeting:  Co. Assessor McManigal, Kevin Mackeprang, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Tim Braithwait, Shane Greckel and Gary Ermels.. 

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the June 26, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the June 26, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Chairman Swanson announced that one Equalization Protest Hearing would be held at 1:00 p.m. today.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Miller to accept and place on file the following 2014 Notices of Valuation Change by the Knox County Board of Equalization.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays None.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.

            Steven D. & Jo Ann Banks, Wausa, NE, review shows shed has been removed, 452,615 to 451,720; Ramon P. & Dorothy J. Brandt, Brandt Revocable Trust, Neligh, NE, home visit warranted adjustments for siding, roofing and the home settling, 93,060 to 71,090; Dorothy M. Case, Crofton, NE, home review warrants adjustment to basement finish, 65,605 to 59,020; Dean W. & Elda E. Cunningham, Wausa, NE, house vacant, adjust house stats, 58,540 to 46,205; Rod & Juleen Eisenhauer, Bloomfield, NE, structural problems – adjust stats, 8,485 to 5,200; Donald W. & Viola M. Flood, Crofton, NE, after visiting with the Flood’s adjustments were made to the statistics, 173,610 to 155,370; Derek J. Friedrichsen, Bloomfield, NE, house vacant – adjust stats, 39,010 to 26,335; Michael E. & Janine B. Fromm, Lincoln, NE, review of property warrants adjustment, 469,980 to 426,405; Peter F. Ganz, etal., c/o Robert Ganz, Creighton, NE, corrected survey, 51,510 to 50,775; Robert E. Ganz, Etal., c/o Timber Creek Farms, Creighton, NE, corrective deed filed, 15,370 to 15,380; Matthew & Ingrid Geiselman, Bennington, NE, value adjusted per sale review, basement has partition finish and garage category should be in “built-in” category, 157,850 to 170,735; Donald E. Gordon, Niobrara, NE, site visit with Mr. Gordon warrants reduction in value, 4,070 to 3,070; Lee & Michele Hutchson, Montpelier, VA, review of property shows the following:  salvage value the home, remove the “home site” value and place in “building site” value, 38,905 to 11,555; Wade A. & Lyndsy M. Jenness, Bloomfield, NE, corrected garage stats, 80,275 to 79,045; Clinton & John Kauth, Bloomfield, NE, reviewed property with owner and adjusted home and home site and removed outbldgs., 43,330 to 14,500; Clinton W. & Patricia Kauth, Bloomfield, NE, visited with owner, reviewed property and made hog barn adjustment, 803,400 to 788,150; Clinton & John Kauth, Bloomfield, NE, property reviewed with owner and updated home stats and reviewed bldgs., 64,365 to 56,480; Austin M. Kube, Crofton, NE, review of hog barns shows comparable pricing, adjustment made on building height, 287,975 to 281,165; Paul & Carol Kumm, Osmond, NE, adjustment for waste-wet and marshy, land-locked, 9,310 to 5,265; Roger & Jeanine L. Lange, Crofton, NE, after site review, changes made to flat value the mobile home because of vacancy, moved home site to building site, gave several bldgs. more depreciation, removed Harvestor values and added open front loafing shed not previously valued, 248,775 to 227,415; Kevin J. & Stephanie Y. Machia, Montgomery, VT, corrected previously omitted acre count, 90,170 to 138,695; Danny L. Merchen & wf., Irene, SD, adjusted agland waste acres, 92,960 to 85,290; Elmer & Sherry Meyer, Randolph, NE, property review warrants adjustments, updated basement finish, 60,545 to 46,610; Leonard Miller, Neligh, NE, corrective deed filed, 102,410 to 102,400; Gary L. Pautler, etal., Crofton, NE, home recently sold, per sale review updated stats and depreciations, 54,010 to 77,175; William A. Rayer, Jr. & wf., Creighton, NE, after home visit change was made to effective age and home depreciation, 45,795 to 30,680; William A. Rayer, Jr. & wf., Creighton, NE, site review warrants change in home value, valued old home at no value, valued garage with attic, 17,350 to 14,850; Roy Johnson Farms, Inc., Bloomfield, NE, removed value of Harvestors (as all other comparables of unused Harvestors), 504,295 to 494,810; Roger Sprakel, Crofton, NE, adjustments given to outbldgs., 544,345 to 542,900; David & Cami Starr, Zumbrota, MN, corrected survey, 26,335 to 27,080. 

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol to accept and place on file the Notices of Rejection of Homestead Exemption - Form 458R.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays None.  Absent District #1.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Swanson recessed the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:11 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

            The Knox County Board of Equalization reconvened at 1:00 p.m. with all members present except Supervisor O’Connor, District #1. 

At 1:00 p.m., Chairman Swanson opened the advertised public hearing on the filed 2014 Property Valuation Protests.

Co. Assessor McManigal read formal notices regarding the equalization hearing.

Deputy County Clerk Surface swore in County Assessor McManigal.

Chairman Swanson announced for the record that no decisions would be made by the Board of Equalization on the protests at the hearing. 

Protest #1-2014 – Gary L. Ermels, PO Box 342, Crofton, NE, Lot 16, Block 13 Original Town of Bloomfield, Knox County, Nebraska.  Gary Ermels was present, sworn in and gave taped testimony.  Co. Assessor McManigal read the filed protest into record.  Mr. Ermels explained the reason he was protesting his property and gave information on changes that have been made to the property.  He presented a list of comparable properties that he had researched. Assessor McManigal gave background information of the home and stated that the home needs to be reviewed. 

Chairman Swanson closed the public hearing at 1:16 p.m.

Discussion was held on setting a special Board of Equalization meeting date after the property valuation protest deadline date of July 14th.  It was decided that the Board of Equalization will meet on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, at 8:30 a.m. to review protests filed, hear testimony from the protestors, view the protested properties and to review and decide action on the written protests. 

Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 1:19 p.m. on June 26, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk                             Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            July 10, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room at the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of July 10, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supervisor Swanson Dist. #2.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Deputy County Clerk Surface led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Kevin Mackeprang, Katie Fritz, Sheriff Henery, Lonnie Tramp, Patti Stoural, Jeff Christensen, Econ. Dev. Director Cerny, Weed Supt. Banks, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Lance Knigge, Co. Assessor McManigal, Deputy Assessor Beckmann, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Harrison Twp. Board members Mark Stelling, Troy Poppe and Scott Eisenhauer, Hill Twp. Board members Melvin Barger, Leslie Yule and Marlin Kumm, and Central Twp. Board members Jim Doerr and Josh Doerr, Emergency Manager Hintz, Veteran Service Officer Boggs, Extension Educator Vonderohe, Extension Educator Jim Jansen, Dale Riesberg,

The minutes of the June 26, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the June 26, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:03 a.m. with all members present except Supr. Swanson District #2.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Discussion was held on the new process of putting up signs and the liability and study responsibility of the townships for their signage.  Hwy. Supt. Barta received calls from a number of township board members as well as comments from those township board members present.  Further discussion ensued on a lawsuit against a township board over a vehicle accident on a township road, compensation, signage, liability issues against the members both as board members and personally, suggestion that the townships be covered under the County’s risk management, and questioned if Resolution #2014-16 can be rescinded.

At 10:30 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on Conditional Use Permit Application CU#0017 submitted by Corner 9 LLC/Lonnie Tramp for a self-storage unit expansion.  Discussion was held on the conditions requested by the Planning Commission that included 1.  No outside storage allowed; 2. Plant two rows of evergreen trees planted close enough to provide a buffer around the buildings and sufficiently far from the buildings according to fire safety standards; and 3. Construct a fence around both buildings with a locked gate. Chairman Miller closed the open public hearing at 10:47 a.m.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve Conditional Use Permit Application CU#0017 submitted by Corner 9 LLC/Lonnie for expansion of a self-storage unit located in part of the NE1/4NE1/4 of Section 23, T33N, R2W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, to approve the Planning Commission’s condition that there be no outside storage allowed and to strike Condition #2. Plant two rows of evergreen trees planted close enough to provide a buffer around the buildings and sufficiently far from the buildings according to fire safety standards; and Condition #3. Construct a fence around both buildings with a locked gate. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-20

 

WHEREAS, Corner 9 LLC by Lonnie Tramp has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0017 to expand the self-storage unit by constructing another building on a tract of land legally described as part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast one quarter (NE ¼ NE ¼) of Section 23, Township 33 North, Range 2 West of the 6th p.m. Knox County, Nebraska; being more particularly described as follows:  Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Section Twenty-three (23), thence S89°58'05" W along the north section line a distance of 708.65 feet; thence on an assumed bearing of S 00°00'00" E a distance of 54.82 feet to a point of beginning on the south right-of-way line of Knox County Highway 54C; thence continuing S 00°00'00" E a distance of 605.18 feet; thence N 89°58'05” E a distance of 670.04 feet to the West right-of-way line of Nebraska Highway 121; thence N 00°32'26" E along said Nebraska Highway 121 West right-of-way a distance of 594.79 feet back to said Knox County Highway South right-of-way line; thence N 89°15'06” W along said South right­of-way line a distance of 589.81 feet; thence N 88°26'06” W continuing along said south right-of-way line a distance of 85.92 feet to the point of beginning containing 9.26 acres, more or less.

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice as required by the Nebraska State Statutes, of a hearing held on the 10th day of June, 2014, at 7:30 PM in the Knox County Courthouse Board of Supervisors’ room on the proposed application; and

 

WHEREAS, the public hearing has been held pursuant to said notice and all statements received at the hearing have been duly considered by the Planning Commission;

 

AND WHEREAS the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

 

1.  No outside storage is allowed. 

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE CORNER 9 LLC CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU00157 BE APPROVED.

 

 

 

 

 

Dated this 10th day of July, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Absent                                     

Virgil H. Miller, Dist. #3, Chairman                     Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                            

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                                          Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny R. Schlote /s/                

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                       Jim Fuchtman /s/                     

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                         Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve Administrative Plat Application #P0060 submitted by John Arens, Crofton NE for zoning lot combination of Lots 10 and 11A, Elk Ridge Estates, a subdivision of Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried; 2. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve Administrative Plat Application #P0052 submitted by Devils Nest II/Bruce Hagge for zoning lot combination of Lots 2033, 2034, 2035, 2036, 2093, 2094, 2095 and 2096, Block 22, Devils Nest, a subdivision of Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried; 3. Discussion was held on the Behounek permit that was approved at an earlier meeting and a question was asked if the permit had been approved by DEQ and the EPA.  Also discussed putting in a driveway.  

At 11:02 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on the reuse loan application submitted by Patti Stoural.  Pinnacle Bank and NENEDD have agreed to approve loans also.  Mrs. Stoural’s application is for the purchase and renovation of Misty’s in Verdigre.  Chairman Miller closed the public hearing at 11:13 a.m.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve a reuse loan to Patti Stoural in the amount of $27,000 with terms being a 10-year reuse loan at 4.5% interest with Knox County in a lien position after Pinnacle Bank and NENEDD.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

Lance Knigge met with the Board regarding a livestock conditional permit issued to Ken Breithaupt.  Mr. Knigge owns property adjacent to the area where Mr. Breithaupt will be constructing new livestock pens for his feedlot.  Mr. Knigge said that the new lots hinder him from hunting with a firearm within a radius of the new pens which amounts to 32 acres that he can’t discharge a firearm and that this takes out an actual value of this land.  If he tried to sell it and it was sold for hunting there would be a problem as there can’t be hunting near the new pens.  Mr. Knigge suggests that the setbacks and regulations be revised and referred to Nebraska hunting regulations.

            Extension Educator Ruth Vonderohe introduced Jim Jansen who will be a new Extension Educator in Cedar and Knox Counties.  Mr. Jansen’s specialty is beef and farm management issues. 

            Zoning Admin. Doerr continued with the following: 3. Discussed setbacks regarding schools, churches, etc, historical sites and livestock friendly issues.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:03 p.m. for lunch.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:41 p.m. with all members present except Supr. Swanson District #2.

            Weed Supt. Banks met with the Board on the following: 1. His introductory period is now completed and a job review was held.  Discussion was held on what Weed Supt. Banks has learned, what processes work and spraying of County roadsides.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to remove Weed Supt. Banks from the introductory period and to give a $1.00 per hour increase in his wage.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried;  2. Request to purchase new spraying equipment from Big John Manufacturing Co. Inc.  Discussion was held on the County’s responsibility to control noxious weeds along County roadsides, this being a one-time purchase, safety concerns as the new equipment would eliminate anyone being exposed to the spray, operation can be done from a cab and can be done by one person, motivating the public to control noxious weeds if they see the County setting an example of keeping the weeds controlled, and an option to add an electric reel with button control and 100 ft. hose to the quote in the amount of $425.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to approve the purchase of a 200-gallon skid mounted high pressure sprayer and attachments in the amount of $7,762 with a credit of on a previously purchased tank in the amount of $250, and to add to the purchase an electric reel in the amount of $450 for a total of $7,937.00.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #6 and #7.  Nay District #5.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for Board of Equalization at 1:00 p.m.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 2:01 p.m. with all members present except Supervisor Swanson District #2.

            Dale Riesberg representing the Knox County Visitor’s Committee met with the Board on the following:  1.  Discussed the applications submitted for Visitor’s Promotion and Improvement funding and the recommended amounts to distribute which total $15,370, capital funding projects, the camera project at Weigand, wireless internet available at Weigand and Niobrara State Park, recognition and thanks that was given by the Nebraska Game & Parks and Niobrara State Park Superintendent Rettig to Econ. Dev. Director Cerny, Greg Dohrman and Dale Riesberg for their help in supporting the State Parks and tourism in Knox County, concerns about what is happening at the State level and that tourism has had a big impact on Knox County.  Econ. Dir. Cerny informed the Board about the tourism website project he is working on.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to approve the following Visitor’s Promotion funds distribution: Bargain Buyway $100; Bloomfield Community Club – Annual Appreciation Days $500, Knox County Fair $300 and Charles Yeager Memorial Gun Show $200; Center Community $500; Corps of Discovery Welcome Center $1,000; Creighton Chamber of Commerce $1,000; Crofton Community Club $1,000; Niobrara Promoters $1,000; Outlaw Trail Scenic Byway $500; Shannon Trail Promoters $500; Verdigre Improvement Club $1,000; Wausa Community Club – Auto Show, Pork Chop & Labor Days - $500, Q125 Celebration $500; Wausa Smorgasbord Committee $500; and Winnetoon Community Club $300; and to approve the following Visitor’s Improvement funds distribution:  Knox County Development Agency $5,970 for the tourism website.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried;  2.  Mr. Riesberg asked about policies for recognition of past Committee members and asked for suggestions; 3. The goal of the Committee is to have one meeting per year but they have had to meet more than that and Mr. Riesberg requested that mileage be paid for those Committee members who attend the meetings.

            Veteran Service Officer Boggs met with the Board on the following: 1. Mr. Boggs informed the Board that he will be retiring on December 31, 2014 after serving Knox County for 24 years; 2. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to place on file the County Veterans’ Aid the Nebraska Veterans’ Aid Reports for 2013-2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried; 3. Information on

flags for the County Board room; 4.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to reappoint Jim Scott to the Veterans Service Committee for another five-year term.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried;  5. The Board thanked Veteran Service Officer Boggs for the good job he has done over the past 24 years.  Mr. Boggs informed the Board that someone is interested in his position and discussion was held on the procedure for appointing a new Veteran Service Officer.  The Board invited the Veterans Service Committee to attend the next meeting to discuss the procedure and plan.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Annual Certification Form on Federal Buy-Back funds.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried;  2. Bridge crew update;  3. Oil crew update;  4. Discussed Bloomfield Co-op road and using hot mix vs. concrete, obtaining bids, and drafting plans;  5. Gravel truck is in Norfolk and will be delivered; 6. Bridge truck repairs; 7. Discussed having a public hearing at the August 14, 2014 meeting to gather input on possible township discontinuance.  Letters will be sent to Township Board members.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to go into executive session at 3:18 p.m. for job evaluations of Hwy. Supt. Barta, Zoning Admin. Doerr and Emergency Manager Hintz.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held on job evaluations of Hwy. Supt. Barta, Zoning Admin. Doerr and Emergency Manager Hintz.  The Board came out of executive session at 4:22 p.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on job evaluations of Hwy. Supt. Barta, Zoning Admin. Doerr and Emergency Manager Hintz.

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to set Hwy. Supt. Barta’s 2015 salary at $63,500 with no additional incentive payment, to set Zoning Admin. Doerr’s 2015 wage at $21.30 per hour with no insurance benefits, and Emergency Manager Hintz’s 2015 salary at $41,500.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to place on file the June Zoning Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the Clerk of the District Court June Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the County Sheriff’s Quarterly Report of Fees Collected between April 1 and June 30, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the County Treasurer’s Semi-Annual Report of Collections, Disbursements and Balances for Six Months ending June 30, 2014 and the County Clerk’s certification that there were no unpaid claims against Knox County as of June 15, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the NIRMA Crime, Liability and Workman’s Compensation Policy for period of July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2015.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the Co. Treasurer’s Report of Collections of Delinquent Personal Property Taxes FY 2012 and Prior.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to place on file the Sheriff’s Report of Collection of Taxes from October 30, 2013 to June 30, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol to adopt Resolution #2014-21 directing the County Treasurer to make transfers from the General Fund to the Road Fund in the months of July and August to cover incurred expenses until the 2014-2015 budget is adopted in September 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 21

 

            WHEREAS, due to Section 39-1904 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes, the 2014-2015 County Road budget does not include a property tax dollar request, and

            WHEREAS, the 2014-2015 Knox County budget will not be adopted until September 2014, and

            WHEREAS, transfers are needed from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund until the 2014-2015 budget is adopted to cover incurred expenses for July and August, and

            NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Knox County Board of Supervisors that the Knox County Treasurer is hereby directed to transfer $86,982.71 in July 2014 and $86,982.71 in August 2014 from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund to cover the incurred expenses for July and August, and

            THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the total transfer from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund that will be adopted in the 2014/2015 Knox County Budget will be reduced by the $173,965.42 and the remaining balance of the 2014/2015 total transfer to be prorated accordingly from September 2014 through June 2015.

            Dated this 10th day of July 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Absent                                     

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, District #3                 Martin J. O’Connor, District #1              Rayder Swanson, District #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                                          Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny Schlote /s/                    

Jim Sokol, Jr., District #4                                  Norman Mackeprang, District #5                       Danny Schlote, District #6

 

                                                                        Jim Fuchtman /s/                     

                                                                        Jim Fuchtman, District #7

ATTEST:       (Seal)

Rhonda K. Surface /s/                                                  

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $263,052.89. 

            #16194 – Kieth & Patti Stoural, app. fee, 400.00; #16195 – St. of Nebr., July rent, 2,205.00; #16196 – St. of Nebr., mtr. veh. prorate, 18,157.01; #16197 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 280.00; #16198 – Frankfort Twp., sign/post, 95.00; #16199 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 30.00; #16200 – Knox Co. Treas., int., 533.46; #16201 – Knox Co. Treas., int., 213.47; #16202 – St. of Nebr., 6 of six homestead pmt., 44,333.53; #16203 – Knox Co. Sheriff, June coll., 775.00; #16204 – F. & M. St. Bk., int., 7,451.66; #16205 – Commercial St. Bk., CD int., 277.26; #16206 – Tammy Henery, bottled water – May & June, 25.00; #16207 – Santee Sioux Nation, dispatching serv., 6,250.00; #16208 – M. J. Brummer, water mtr. pmt., 50.00; #16209 – Commercial St. Bk., CD int., 249.32; #16210 – Grand Central, econ. dev. loan pmts., 443.82; #16211 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. loan pmt., 702.70; #16212 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16213 – Knox Co. Treas., postage for mailing mtr. veh. lic., 242.30; #16214 – Knox Co. Clerk, June coll., 228.95; #16215 – Nebr. Community Foundation, rebar proj., 1,750.00; #16216 – Encartele, Inc., reimb. for jail phone usage, 12.38; #16217 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits & plat, 180.00; #16218 – Chesterman Co., comm. on Coke machine, 26.00; #16219 – Knox Co. Court, fines & crt. costs, 3,762.16; #16220 – Clk. of Dist. Crt., filing fees, copies, crt. costs, fines & passport fees, 1,083.22; #16221 – Village of Niobrara, culvert/band, 516.00; #16222 – Knox Co. Jail, lease vending area (2 machines 7/1/2014 thru 6/30/2015), 2.00; #16223 – St. of Nebr., hwy. alloc., mtr. veh. fee & Build Nebraska Act LB84 $5,004.47 inc. in alloc., 170,279.54; #16224 – Norbert Guenther, Cobra pmt. – dental/vision ins. prem., 27.66; #16225 – Jana Osborne, Cobra pmt. – dental/vision ins. prem., 54.62; #16226 – Family Variety, econ. dev. loan pmts., 260.98; #16227 – TC Complete, econ. dev. loan pmt., 362.73; #16228 – White Tail River Lodge, econ. dev. loan pmts., 306.00; #16229 – Downtown Auto, econ. dev. loan pmts., 923.45; #16230 – Knox Co. Chiropractic, econ. dev. loan pmt., 70.67; #16231 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. loan pmts., 345.00; #16232 – Knox Co. Employees, lease vending area – 2 machines, 2.00; #16233 – Matt Cerny, KCDA mtg. – meal exp. reimb., 130.00.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, except Claim #40 and Claim #92 be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote. Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. 

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that Claim #40 and Claim #92, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #3.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

GENERAL FUND. Salaries, 119,047.73; Bloomfield Tire & Oil, LLC, gas, 291.91; Century Link, phone, 86.88; Clerk of District Court, court costs, 100.00; C-Mart, gas, 68.00; Coll. of Internal Rev. Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 8,976.94; Co. of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc., ins. Co pays, 22,909.82; Creighton News, notices, 74.50; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, notices & publ., 241.36; Donald J. Jiracek, prior serv., 25.00; Eakes Office Plus, calendars & copier agmt., 200.76; Ecowater Systems, water, 285.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, pris. meals, 2,941.50; Gragert’s, supplies, 15.70; Great Plains Comm., phone, 1,462.36; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 1,236.34; Jason Wessendorf, computer rep., 35.00; JoAnn P. Knori, prior serv., 20.00; John Thomas, reimb., 380.97; Jonny Dodge Chrysler Jeep Inc., bolts, 14.12; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 104.00; Landmark Surveying, survey, 300.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 104.90; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. co pays, 74.39; Microfilm Imaging Systems, rental, 92.00; MIPS, computer prog., 673.22; Northeast Nebraska Area Agency on Aging, ann. cont., 5,504.00; Nixle LLC, weather broadcasting, 1,585.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 271.79; North Central PPD, elect., 2,475.89; Office Systems Co., service agmt., 204.00; Omaha World Herald, sub., 160.68; Pitney Bowes, meter rental, 208.50; Quill Corp., supp., 24.58; Ray’s Electric Inc., ck. light, 64.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret., Co. pays, 7,814.48; Schreier’s Lumber Co., weather strip, 10.50; Steven Banks, reimb., 10.00; Tammy Henery, serv. cont., 761.00; Telebeep, pager, 51.33; The Farner Co. Inc., utensils, 205.24; The Monitor, notice, 47.25; Timothy E. Huntington, training, 275.00; Top Quality Glove, gloves, 65.00; US Cellular, cell phone, 124.79; US Cellular, cell phone, 130.40; Verdigre Eagle, letterhead, bus. cards & publ., 177.63; Village of Center, water, sewer & garbage, 663.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 322.17; Wausa Gazette, publ., 81.02; Yankton Fire & Safety Co., fire ext. insp., 129.00.

ROAD FUND. Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel, 1,764.09; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, propane, 2,555.96; Bloomfield Tire & Oil, LLC, gas/diesel, 618.78; Carhart Lumber Co., cement, 237.40; CHS Wausa, gas/diesel, 1,788.07; City of Bloomfield, water, 19.50; City of Creighton, water, sewer & garbage, 120.03; C-Mart, gas, 94.01; Country Market, shop supp., 22.86;  Creston Fertilizer, erosion control, 456.23; Crofton Elevator, grazon, 80.00; Don McElhose Trucking & Const., clay/rock, 470.00; Freeman Oil, LLC, diesel, 1,803.95; Gary Backhaus Gravel LLC, gravel/haul, 3,449.75; Great Plains Comm., phone, 474.52; Grossenburg Impl., repairs, 23.07; Hefner True Value, Inc., shop supp., 6.98; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 7,640.09; J & K Auto, repairs, 10.00; Jack’s Quikshop, gas, 164.51; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 357.46; Jason Wessendorf, repair, 40.00; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop supp. 28.97; Kayton Int’l., Inc., shop supp., 34.64; Key Sanitation, garbage, 116.00; Menford’s Trustworthy Hardware, shop supp., 12.55; Mitteis Gravel, gravel/hauling, 1,504.60; NAPA Bloomfield, repairs & shop supp., 679.55; NPPD, elect., 32.46; North Central PPD, elect., 267.91; Peitz GMC Service Inc., filters, 78.55; Peters Hardware, sprayer, 116.85; R & K Auto Parts, filters & repairs, 93.01; Ray’s Electric, Inc., phone, 39.99; Riverside Hydraulics Inc., repairs, 598.12; Ronald Bourn, gravel/haul, 1,469.26; Rose Equipment, Inc., repairs, 609.97; Schreier’s Lumber, spikes, 18.30; Speedway Truck & Auto, repairs, 39.00; State of Nebr., diesel tax, 1,034.00; Steffen’s Service Station, gas, tire repair, & supp., 100.24; US Cellular, cell phones, 353.47; Vakoc Excavating, LLC, gravel/haul, 3,530.79; Vic’s Service, gas/diesel & repairs, 941.43; Village of Center, water/sewer, 20.00; Village of Niobrara, water/sewer, 35.06; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer & garbage, 66.45; West Hodson Lumber & Concrete Co., shop supp. 5.39.

            ROD PRESERVATION AND MODERNIZATION FUND. MIPS, computer program, 128.32.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salary, 30.38; Coll. of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 2.32;  Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 2.05.

            C AND C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salary, 3,300.00; Century Link, phone, 4.83; Coll. of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 252.45; County of Knox Emp. Benefit Acct., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Great Plains Comm., phone, 38.59; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 27.66; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins., Co. pays, 1.83; Matt Cerny, mlge., 97.44; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 222.75, U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 74.55.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  Rodney W. Smith, pub. def. cont., 2,083.33.

            911 WIRELESS.  Great Plains Comm., phone, 397.80; Three River Telco, phone, 143.92.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND. Century Link, phone, 3.15; Great Plains Comm., phone, 407.68; Three River Telco., phone, 77.49.

 

 

 

 

 

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                                         181,128.65

                                                Road Fund                                                              34,023.82                       

                                                ROD Preservation & Modernization Fund                       128.32

                                                Economic Development Fund                                           34.75

                                                C and C Development Fund                                        4,622.99          

                                                Inheritance Fund                                                        2,083.33

                                                911 Wireless Service Fund                                            541.72

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                                     488.32

                                                                                     Total                                 223,051.90

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 4:54 p.m., July 10, 2014 until Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            We, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk and Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of our knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

 

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Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            July 10, 2014   

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room at the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of July 10, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Swanson Dist. #2.  Vice-Chairman Schlote presiding.   

            Vice-Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

The following people were present at various times during the meeting:  Co. Assessor McManigal, Deputy Assessor Beckmann, Kevin Mackeprang, Katie Fritz, Sheriff Henery, Lonnie Tramp, Patti Stoural, Jeff Christensen, Econ. Dev. Director Cerny, Weed Supt. Banks, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Lance Knigge, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Harrison Twp. Board members Mark Stelling, Troy Poppe and Scott Eisenhauer, Hill Twp. Board members Melvin Barger, Leslie Yule and Marlin Kumm, and Central Twp. Board members Jim Doerr and Josh Doerr, Gary Ralston and Michael Nutting.

The minutes of the June 26, 2014 meeting were read.  Vice-Chairman Schlote approved the June 26, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claim #7798 and #7799 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to execute the proper adjustments on the tax records.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. 

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Miller to accept and place on file Notices of Rejection of Homestead Exemption – Forms 458R.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to accept and place on file Notices of Valuation Change by the Knox County Board of Equalization.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Gary L. Baumgart & wf., Norfolk NE, update stats-extensive water damage to house, 92,980 to 45,310; Naoma Borgmann, Niobrara NE, update stats, 163,900 to 155,280; Eric M. & Monica Doerr, Creighton NE, update house stats, 535,650 to 532,875; Levi S & Amelia M. Hostetler, Verdigre NE, updated bldg. values & split 80 acres, 156,815 to 78,315; Robert P. Klemmensen, Sioux City IA, house states updated, 214,250 to 194,395; Rick & Marian Langel, Bennington NE, correct house stats, 466,955 to 464,185; Kevin D. & Tammy J. Lauck, Bloomfield NE, corrected garage value, 207,485 to 192,135; Leah C. Merkwan, Crofton NE, adj. ‘older home’ for vacancy & structure shifting, 129,465 to 119,895; Andrew P. & Tena A. Miller, Creighton NE, updated value, 124,110 to 112,300; Levi J. & Ella Miller, Verdigre NE, updated value, 89,925 to 74,680; Linda Moles, etal., Bloomfield NE, update land use, 410,685 to 388,495; Eddie E. & Mattie U. Petersheim, Verdigre NE, update value, 518,710 to 457,875; Eli E. Petersheim, Mt. Vernon OH, update value, 286,970 to 279,970; Charles E. Scott, Winnetoon NE, added garage, 8,910 to 21,430; Jeffrey Y. & Sandra L. Warembourg, Niobrara NE, update M.H. states, 5,270 to 4,480; Linda Weber, Port Jefferson Station TX, update house states, 64,245 to 45,420; Richard Wells, O’Neill NE, correct land use, 70,430 to 67,225; Sara & Ruth Yoder, Verdigre NE, update value, 116,660 to 107,110; Emery J. & Fannie D. Zook, Verdigre NE, update value, 142,370 to 133,210; Dan E. & Susie D. Zook, Verdigre NE, update value, 73,590 to 73,010; Jonas J. & Lydiann S. Zook, Verdigre NE, update value, 101,780 to 96,595; Levi D. & Mary D. Zook, Verdigre NE, update value, 143,170 to 125,080; Levi J. & Sarah J. Zook, update value, 254,480 to 210,365; Menno L. Zook, Verdigre NE, update value, 211,095 to 202,585.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote recessed the Board of Equalization at 10:03 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. for a public hearing to hear filed protests.

            The Knox County Board of Equalization reconvened at 1:00 p.m. with all members present except Supr. Swanson District #2. 

            At 1:00 p.m., Vice-Chairman Schlote opened the advertised public hearing on the filed 2014 Property Valuation Protests.

            Co. Assessor McManigal read formal notices regarding the equalization hearing.

            Deputy County Clerk Surface swore in County Assessor McManigal.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote announced for the record that no decisions would be made by the Board of Equalization on the protests at the hearing.

            Protest #2-2014 – Gary Ralston, 52893 Hwy. 59, Creighton NE 68729, Part SE1/4SE1/4 of Section 19, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, less highway.  Tract being 1.14 acres.  Gary Ralston was present, sworn in and gave taped testimony.  Co. Assessor McManigal read the filed protest into record.  Mr. Ralston said that his primary concern is the value that has been put on the land that his house is sitting on and he does not think that it is fair compared to other rural and in-town lot values, local land sold for $5,000 an acre ($15,000 for 3 acres), and that when reviewing the GIS Workshop site he finds various tracts like his but none valued as high as his.  Co. Assessor McManigal explained how small tracts have their own property class, how a multiplier is used, that sales show what the market value is, and that Nebraska uses mass appraisal to determine market value. 

            Protest #4-2014 – Rosemary G. Davis, PO Box 334, Creighton NE 68729, South 77 feet of Lots 10-12, Block 3, Bruce’s 1st Addition to the City of Creighton, Knox County, Nebraska.  Michael Nutting was present, sworn in and gave taped testimony.  Co. Assessor McManigal read the filed protest into record.  Mr. Nutting said the base should be $74,400, and that the Nebraska Legislature says market and value are the same. Co. Assessor McManigal said that this sale did not  qualify for the sale roster because it was a bank foreclosure, that this property was in limbo for months with the mortgage company, and that Assessors can not “sales chase” but have to treat all similar properties equally. 

            Protest #3-2014 – Guy and Pamela Kirkpatrick, 7405 South 145th Street, Omaha NE 68138, Lot 20, Block 34, Pioneer Townsite Company’s First Addition to the Village of Verdigre.  Protestor was not present for the scheduled hearing.  Co. Assessor McManigal read the filed protest into the record.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote closed the open public hearing at 2:00 p.m.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 2:01 p.m. on July 10, 2014 until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 for a special meeting to review and make decisions on filed protests and until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, July 31, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            We, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk and Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of our knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                           Danny R. Schlote, Vice-Chairman

 

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Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

                                                                                                                Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                    July 16, 2014

                                                                                                    2:00 p.m.

 

            A special meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at the Court House in Center, Nebraska on the date of July 16, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supervisor Swanson Dist. #2.   Due to the absence of Chairman Swanson, Vice-Chairman Schlote presiding.  Also present were Co. Assessor McManigal and Deputy Co. Assessor Beckmann.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the

Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune and Wausa Gazette newspapers, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The Board did not view properties this year.

            Reading of the minutes of the July 10, 2014 meeting was dispensed with and will be read at the July 31, 2014 meeting.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

Co. Assessor McManigal and Deputy Co. Assessor Beckmann reviewed the filed protests with the Board.            The following action was taken in this order by the Knox County Board of Equalization:

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Miller to concur with Assessor’s recommendation on       Protest #1-2014, Gary L. Ermels, PO Box 342, Crofton NE 68730, Lot 16, Block 13, Original Town of Bloomfield, Knox County, Nebraska, to increase percentage of depreciation due to the state of the 1890 home resulting in change of valuation from $31,820 to $20,395.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none. Absent District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to not concur with Assessor’s recommendation on     Protest #2-2014, Gary Ralston, 52893 Hwy 59, Creighton NE 68729, Part SE1/4SE1/4 less highway in Section 19, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, tract being 1.14 acres, and to leave the value of the buildings the same as the Assessor’s valuation being $85,625 but set the land value at $5,000 per acre ($5,000 x 1.14 acres = $5,700) plus 80% of the utilities resulting in a total decrease of land value to $18,900 making the total valuation of the property $104,525 (from $114,115 to $104,525).  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to concur with Assessor’s recommendation to deny Protest #3-2014, Guy and Pamela Kirkpatrick, 7405 S 147th St., Omaha NE 68138, Lot 20, Block 34, Pioneer Townsite Company’s 1st Addition to the Village of Verdigre, Knox County, Nebraska, as property valuated comparable to like properties.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Miller, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to concur with Assessor’s recommendation to deny Protest #4-2014, Rosemary G. Davis, PO Box 334, Creighton NE 68729, S. 77 ft. of Lots 10-12, Block 3, Bruce’s 1st Addition to the City of Creighton, Knox County, Nebraska, as property valuated comparable to like properties.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 3:15 p.m. on July 16, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, July 31, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Vice-Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            July 31, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of July 31, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Chairman Miller led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.         

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Co. Assessor McManigal, Kevin Mackeprang, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Dennis Kammer, Kelly Kumm, Zoning Adm. Doerr, Mark Miller, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Travis Barney, Veteran Service Officer Boggs, Veterans Service Committee members Leroy Clausen, Jim Hames, Jim Scott, and LeRoy Buchholz, and Emergency Mgr. Hintz.

Chairman Miller approved the July 10, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Public notice that the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Nebraska Dept. of Environmental Quality will review the Dept. or Roads application on a project of Highway 12 Verdel to Santee Spur Road Embankment Repair, Phases I and II; 2. Letter from Nebraska Dept. of Agriculture stating that they received the Livestock Friendly County application from Knox County and that the application will be reviewed; 3. Nebraska Jail Standards Title 81-Minimum Standards for Detention and Holding Facilities.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:50 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:12 a.m. with all members present.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Oil crew update; 2. Bridge crew update; 3. Road mowing;  4. A request was received from the Creighton Twp. Board to vacate and abandon a .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) north of Bazile Mills.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to adopt Resolution #2014-22 directing Hwy. Supt. Barta to conduct a study for the vacation and abandonment of a .30 mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the W1/2NE1/4 of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 22

 

WHEREAS the Creighton Township Board has requested to vacate and abandon a portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) as follows:

 

A .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the W1/2NE1/4 of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

           

WHEREAS the Highway Superintendent must conduct a study of vacating and abandoning such roads, and,

NOW BE IT RESOLVED, the Knox County Board of Supervisors hereby directs Hwy. Supt. Kevin R. Barta to conduct a study of vacating and abandoning a .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (Old State Highway) as described above.

 

Passed this 31st day of July 2014.

 

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                      ___                   Martin J. O’Connor /s/   ___                   Rayder Swanson /s/      _____  

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O'Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                                                    

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      __________                  Norman Mackeprang /s/                        Danny Schlote /s/_____                      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:  (Seal)                                               Jim Fuchtman /s/__________   

Joann M. Fischer /s/                 ____                 Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

5.  A request was received from the Western Twp. Board to vacate and abandon a portion of Roads #316, #567 and #12.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to adopt Resolution #2014-23 directing Hwy. Supt. Barta to conduct a study for the vacation and abandonment of the following Western Twp. Roads: 1.  A portion of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20; 2. The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29; and 3.  The portion of Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4 and thence north on the Section line of Sections 17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 23  

 

WHEREAS the Western Township Board has requested to vacate and abandon portions of Platted Roads #316, #567 and #12 as follows:

 

  1.  A portion of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20;
  2. The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29;
  3. The portion of  Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4 and thence north on the Section line of Sections 17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

           

WHEREAS the Highway Superintendent must conduct a study of vacating and abandoning such roads, and,

 

 

 

 

NOW BE IT RESOLVED, the Knox County Board of Supervisors hereby directs Hwy. Supt. Kevin R. Barta to conduct a study of vacating and abandoning portions of Platted Roads #316, #567 and #12 as described above.

 

Passed this 31st day of July 2014.

 

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/   ___                   Rayder Swanson /s/_____        

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O'Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                                                    

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      ___________                Norman Mackeprang /s/                        Danny Schlote /s/_______      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:  (Seal)                                               Jim Fuchtman /s/__________

Joann M. Fischer /s/                 ____                 Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

At 10:30 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on Conditional Use Permit #CU0016 Application for Mark Miller of Bloomfield for the expansion of his beef confinement feeding operation.  Discussion ensued on easements, variances, practices for fly and dust control, the Planning Commission’s stipulations that Mr. Miller comply with DEQ, requirement to get a permit for the lots on the west side of the road, and Mr. Miller’s investment in side-dump trailers to haul manure out to the fields faster.  Dennis Kammer voiced his concern of smell drifting towards his home.  Zoning Admin. Doerr said she called an extension specialist.  The specialist was not able to come to view the area but he said that trees and topography will come into play as to slowing drift.  Zoning Admin. Doerr recommended the permit be approved as Mr. Miller has met the requirements.  Chairman Miller closed the public hearing at 10:58 a.m.  Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to adopt Resolution #2014-24 approving Conditional Use Permit #CU0016 for Mark Miller of Bloomfield for the expansion of his beef confinement feeding operation in the NW1/4 of Sec. 3 and the N1/2NE1/4 of Section 4 in Peoria Twp., and the SW1/4 in Section 34 and the SE1/4, less a tract, in Section 33 in Addison Twp.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

           

RESOLUTION #2014-24

 

WHEREAS, Mark Miller has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0016 to expand his beef feedlot to 10,000 head (Class IIIA) on:

 

The Northwest Quarter (NW ¼) of Section Three (3), Township Thirty-one (31) North, Range Three (3), West of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska:

The North Half of the Northeast Quarter (N ½ NE ¼) of Section Four (4), Township Thirty-one (31) North, Range Three (3), West of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska:

The Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) of Section Thirty-four (34), Township Thirty-two (32) North, Range Three (3), West of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska;

The Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) of Section Thirty-three (33), Township Thirty-two (32) North, Range Three, West of the 6th P.M., less the following tract:  A tract of land located in the Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) of Section Thirty-three (33), Township Thirty-two (32) North, Range three (3) West of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, and more particularly described as follows:  Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section 33; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the Section line between Sections 33 and 34, a distance of 331.22 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, continuing along the Section line, a distance of 814.39 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 29 seconds West, a distance of 480.84feet; thence South 23 degrees 53 minutes 36 seconds West, a distance of 122.82 feet; thence South 41 degrees 00 minutes 28 seconds West, a distance of 48.58 feet; thence South 00 degrees 31 minutes 04 seconds East, a distance of 682.74 feet; thence North 88 degrees 18 minutes 01 seconds East, a distance of 556.54 feet to the point of beginning;

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice and held a public hearing on June 10, 2014, and

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

 

5)     Applicant shall comply with NDEQ regulations.

6)     Applicant shall record impact easements from Keith and Rebecca Rowley and Anthony and Brenda Petersen.

7)     Applicant continues to maintain practices for fly control and dust control.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE MARK MILLER CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU0016 BE APPROVED.

 

Dated this 31st day of July, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

           

Virgil H. Miller /s/                      ____                 Martin J. O’Connor /s/   ___                   Rayder Swanson /s/_____        

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O'Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2                                                                    

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      ___________                Norman Mackeprang /s/            _          Danny R. Schlote /s/_______  

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:  (Seal)                                               Jim Fuchtman /s/__________   

Joann M. Fischer /s/                 ____                 Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

            At 11:00 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on Conditional Use Permit #CU0018 Application for Jim Swanson of Niobrara for the expansion of his self-storage units on the SE1/4NW1/4 of Section 14 in Niobrara Twp.  Conditions were that there be no outside storage allowed, the first building must be started with twelve months and the second building must be constructed within two years.  Chairman Miller closed the public hearing at 11:06 a.m.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to adopt Resolution #2014-25 approving Conditional Use Permit #Cu0018 for Jim Swanson of Niobrara for the expansion of his self-storage unites in the SE1/4NW1/4 of Section 14, T32N, R6W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-25

 

WHEREAS, Jim Swanson has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0018 to expand his self-storage units by adding two more buildings on:

 

A tract of land lying wholly in the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (SE1/4NW1/4) of Section Fourteen (14), Township Thirty-two (32) North, Range Six (6) West of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, more particularly described as follows:  Commencing at the mid Quarter corner of said Section Fourteen (14); thence northerly along the quarter section line 532.3 feet to a point on the north right-of-way of State Highway No. 12; thence northwesterly on said highway right-of-way 1254.3 feet to the point of beginning;  thence at a deflection angle of 82°33’ right, on an assumed bearing of North 0°07’ East 458.8 feet to the point of curve of a 307.94 foot radius curve, an arc distance of 132.7 feet; thence North 0°07’ East 33.1 feet; thence North 89°55’ East 275 feet; thence South 608 feet; thence West 275 feet to the point of beginning; less tract of 0.32 acres more or less conveyed to the State of Nebraska by Warranty Deed in Book 118, Page 553 of the Deed Records, of Knox County, Nebraska, subject to an easement in favor of Leonard Nielsen permitting access to his property to the east of the above tract over the south 30 feet thereof from the west line of the driveway presently in place serving the grantor’s property to the east boundary of said tract.

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice and held a public hearing on July 8, 2014, and

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

 

          1)    No outside storage is allowed

2)     The first building must be started within twelve months or the permit will expire.

3)     The second building must be constructed within two years of approval of the permit.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE JIM SWANSON CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU0018 BE APPROVED.

 

Dated this 31st day of July, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/   ___                   Abstain_____                      

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O'Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2        

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _______                       Norman Mackeprang /s/                        Danny R. Schlote /s/_______

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:  (Seal)                                               Jim Fuchtman /s/__________

Joann M. Fischer /s/                 ____                 Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Swanson to approve Administrative Plat Application #P0061 for a 5-acre tract lot split in the NE1/4 of Section 14, T33N, R3W for Troy Joachimsen and James and Linda Joachimsen with the condition that a designated perpetual easement be filed stating that the lot owner will be responsible for maintenance of the road leading to the lot.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Members of the Veterans Service Committee and Veterans Service Officer Boggs met with the Board on advertising for the Service Officer position as Officer Boggs will retire the end of 2014.  The Committee will advertise in the papers and will bring to the Board of Supervisors the names of the top three applicants that the Committee selects.  There will be an interview process conducted by the Committee and the Board.  An ad will be published for three weeks beginning the first week in August.

            Supt. Barta continued with the following: 6. Reviewed a memo to the townships regarding liability issues.  A public hearing will be held on August 14 at 10:30 a.m. on township discontinuance; 7. Discussed biologist conducting a study of burying beetles between Niobrara and Verdigre; 8. The Road employees will be moving the benches back into the Courtroom by using a telehandler to lift the benches to a window on the top floor and bringing the benches inside through the window; 9.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to go into executive session at 11:37 a.m. so as to protect the reputation of individuals while discussing personnel.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held so as to protect the reputation of individuals while discussing personnel.  The Board came out of executive session at 11:52 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on personnel.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the District Seven Probation Year End Review letter showing that Knox County owed $8,804.69 this year for probation services and will owe approximately $11,332 next year.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to make a $1,000 contribution to the Missouri River Sedimentation Action Coalition and the funds to be taken from the Flowage Easement Road Fund.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept and place on file the resignation of Central Twp. Clerk Kelly Bruns.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried.

            The Board made a quarterly visit to the Knox County Jail as per Nebraska Rev. Stat. 47-109.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for lunch at 12:00 p.m.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with all members present.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that all claims except Claims #158 and #237, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol that Claims #158 and #237, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Abstain District #3.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $67,876.92. 

            #16234 – Cedar Co. Treas., tax coll.- Crofton Fire Gen. & Sink & Wausa Fire Gen., 1,041.34; #16235 – Verdigre Housing Authority, in lieu of tax, 1,988.61; #16236 – Loren D. Lauck, filing fee, 6.00; #16237 – Lester D. Ketelsen, filing fee, 6.00; #16238 – Register of Deeds, rec. fees & doc. st. tax, 5,173.80; #16239 – Joan Thompson ob Artie Kelly Trust, fee for Treasurers Deed, 10.00; #16240 – St. of Nebr., Santee Spur Corner Tie Outs, 600.00; #16241 – Eric R. Bruegman, filing fee, 6.00; #16242 – Three River, 911 surcharges, 274.00; #16243 – Pronto, econ. dev. pmt. in full, 706.70; #16244 – Sherman St. Apts., econ. dev. pmt., 443.81; #16245 – Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. pmt., 665.72; #16246 – Gene Johnson, inh. tax - Beverly June Johnson Est., 8,287.49; #16247 - Knox Co. Clerk, mar. lic., 15.00; #16248 – Knox Co. Atty., ck. coll. fees & STOP fees, 100.00; #16249 – Frontier Communications, 911 surcharges, 5.94; #16250 – Knox Co. Sheriff, finger printing fees, 45.00; #16251 – Jeff Foreman, inh. tax - Marie F. Dittoe Est., 8,470.92; #16252 – Commercial St. Bank, int., 274.25; #16253 – St. of Nebr., lodging tax, 2,781.48; #16254 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #16255 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 260.00; #16256 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 230.00; #16257 – Village of Verdigre, reimb. of CRS-2 oil, 744.88; #16258 – Marjorie Nelson, POA, inh. tax – Lillian Schultz Est., 8,579.50; #16259 – Joseph Milana, econ. dev. pmt., 221.91; #16260 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. pmts., 130.00; #16261 – Knox Co. Sheriff-BIA, BIA reimb. for housing inmates, 6,166.08; #16262 – Midwest Bank, int., 329.10; #16263 – Tricia L. Smith, reimbursement of flags, 60.00; #16264 – Brunswick St. Bank, int., 467.47; # 16265 – Midwest Bank, int., 4,138.64; #16266 – St. of Nebr., 911 wireless funding, 4,177.15; #16267 – Knox Co. Zoning, plat permit, 250.00; #16268 – Commercial St. Bank, int., 1,620.55, #16269 – FEMA, Kotrous elevation grant, 2,279.58, #16270 – St. of Nebr., rent, 2,205.00.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was discussion to install the water softener.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to go into executive session at 1:04 p.m. so as to protect the reputation of an individual while discussing personnel.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held so as to protect the reputation of an individual while discussing personnel.  The Board came out of executive session at 1:15 p.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on personnel.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to correct the 2015 salary for Emergency Manager Hintz to $42,283.75 which is a 4.5% increase over the 2014 salary.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Swanson to approve the following Resolution, due to the failure of Morton Township to petition against vacating and abandoning a portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #743) described in the following Resolution and the Knox County Board of Supervisors directs the Knox County Highway Superintendent to enter the Resolution in the County Road Plat Records and the same be recorded in the Knox County Register of Deeds’ Office. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Absent was none.  Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. #2014- 26

 

A RESOLUTION TO VACATE AND ABANDON:                      

A one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #743) located between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, AND

TO PROVIDE FOR VESTING OF THE TITLE THEREOF, TO PROVIDE FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF KNOX, NEBRASKA:

Section 1.  VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF:  A one-half mile portion of 877 Road (Platted Road #743) located between the SW1/4 of Section 27 and the NW1/4 of Section 34, T30N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska; and that no damage will be sustained by the citizens of said County or the owners of property, therein, which matter has been ascertained by the Board of Supervisors.

     Section 2.  VESTING OF TITLE:  That all title to said vacation and abandonment shall revert to the owners of the abutting real estate, one-half on each side thereof, and become part of such property, as provided by law.

     Section 3.   WHEN OPERATIVE:  The Resolution shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage, approval, and publication or posting as required by law.

     ADOPTED AND PASSED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Knox, Nebraska this 31st of July 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                   COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                    OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                     By:  Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      

Knox County Clerk                                                                Chairman                 

 

            The Board set the date of the special budget meeting to discuss proposed 2014/2015 office budgets with officials and department heads as Friday, August 22, 2014 beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve an additional 1% over the 2½% basic limitation allowable increase of restricted funds for the 2014/2015 budget year.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Pursuant to Section 23-122, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, salaries & job descriptions of County officials and employees are required to be published between July 15 and August 15. Eligible employees receive a single health insurance policy, single dental/vision policy and $5,000 life insurance policy as a benefit.  Those not receiving insurance will be marked “no insurance”.  Non-exempt employees’ salaries are based on an eight-hour workday and non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 hours a week at one & one-half times hourly rate.  The following are current salaries of Knox County officials and employees: Supervisors - $1,724.38/month; Co. Attorney, Clk. of Dist. Crt., Co. Assessor, Co. Clk. & Co. Treas. - $3,708.33/month; Co. Sheriff - $4,108.33/month + $95 uniform allowance/month & $50 phone/internet/month; Co. Surveyor - $58.33/month; Hwy. Supt. - $3,708.33/month + $812.50 incentive pmt./month + vehicle benefit; Emergency Mgr. - $3,371.91/month; Part-time Zoning Admin. - $19.62/hour + $45 cellphone allowance/month & $25 internet allowance/month (no insurance); Veterans Service Officer - $19.44/hour; Weed Supt. - $16.00/hour summer months (no insurance); Dev. Agency Director – $3,300/month; Part-time Economic Dev. Bookkeeper - $13.50/hour; 911 Coordinator - $2,838.20/month + $42.50 uniform allowance/month; Deputy Assessor - $16.05/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Deputy Clk., Deputy Treas. & Deputy Clk. of Dist. Crt. - $16.05/hour; Office Clerk - $14.29/hour; Recording Clerk - $13.53/hour; Office Clerks - $13.00/hour; Clerks/Appraisers - $14.08/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Clerk/Appraiser – $12.00/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Office Manager - $15.87/hour; Part-time Secretary - $12.86/hour (no insurance); Temporary Intern - $15.00/hour (no insurance); Part-time Office Managers - $16.05/hour (no insurance); Full-time Office Clerk – $13.50/hour; Part-time Office Clerk – $11.71/hour (no insurance); Temporary Office Clerk - $7.25/hour (no insurance); Deputy Sheriff - $3,142.35/month + $27.40 other hours + $95 uniform allowance/month; Deputy Sheriff – $3,092.35/month + $26.97 other hours + $95 uniform allowance/month; Deputy Sheriff – $2,166.67/month + $18.90/other hours +$95 uniform allowance/month; Part-time Deputy Sheriff - $18.03/hour (no insurance); Jailors – $14.20/hour + $42.50 uniform allowance/month; Jailors – $12.88/hour + $42.50 uniform allowance/month; Jailor - $11.25/hour + $42.50 uniform allowance/month; Jailor - $16.38/hour + $42.50 uniform allowance/month; Part-time Jailor - $13.39/hour (no insurance); Part-time Bailiffs - $50/day (no insurance); Patrol Operators – $14.45/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Patrol Operator – $14.25/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Truck Drivers – $14.45/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Crane Operator/Truck Driver - $14.45/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Mechanic - $17.14/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Oil Foreman - $16.30/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month; Substitute Oil Foreman - $16.30/hour; Bridge Foreman - $16.30/hour + $20 clothing allowance/month.

            GENERAL FUND.  AS Central Services OCIO, AS400, 38.60; Bear Graphics Inc., shipping, 26.40; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, weed gas, 70.69; CenturyLink, long distance, 93.24; City of Norfolk, SNARE dues, 1,500.00; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, subscriptions, 50.00; Daisy Outdoor Products, supp., 103.18; Dale P. Riesberg, mtg. exp., 56.92; Dean Wilken, mtg. exp., 46.26; Dollar General, supp., 111.70; F & M State Bk., ACH file, 20.00; First Nat’l Bk. Omaha, gas, meals, supp., 2,467.44; Great Plains Comm., internet, 48.52; Greg Kuhlman, mtg. exp., 51.88; Holt Co. Sheriff’s Office, training, 50.00; Jim Kotrous, mtg. exp., 45.16; John Broders, mtg. exp., 87.15; Keith Nielsen, mtg. exp., 40.12; Kelly Kumm, mtg. exp., 46.47; Ken Foner, mtg. exp., 38.44; Knox Co. Sheriff, petty cash, 50.00; K/V Electric LLC, labor & materials, 1,253.01; Liz Doerr, mlge., postage, meals & ink, 318.59; Lynn Peavey Co., UA/BA kits, 60.60; Madison Co. Treasurer, probation officer, 8,804.69; Mike Kumm, mtg. exp., 55.51; Moody Motor Co. Inc., rep., 13.44; National 4H Council-Supply Service, supp., 45.97; NE Health & Human Serv., inst. bill, 90.00; NE Public Health Environmental Lab, blood test, 105.00; Office Systems Co., contract, 121.00; Postmaster, postage, 761.00; Quill Co., office supp., 196.77; Robert Ganz, mtg. exp., 37.32; Rohrer Welding & Repair, materials & labor, 166.44; Schreier’s Lumber Co., tower shed, 1,085.00; Tom Pavlik, mtg. exp., 101.84; TOMMARK Properties, tower rent, 6,260.08; Tri-State Turf, sprinkler rep., 75.54; Verdigre Farm Service LLC, van gas, 30.03; Vickie McManigal, janitor cont., 3,884.48; Walton Electronics, labor & materials, 479.00.

ROAD FUND.  Salaries, 59,247.61; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel/haul, 6,985.20; Big Red Mini Mart, gas, 49.38; Bloomfield Tire & Oil, LLC, 725.30; Bomgaars, supplies, 184.09; Carlson Home & Auto Supply, repairs, 26.20; Cedar-Knox Public Power Dist., electricity, 57.42; CMart LLC, gas/repairs, 63.56; Collector of Internal Revenue, Co. pay, 4,495.57; Cornhusker Int’l. Trucks, repairs, 410.00; County of Knox Employee Benefit Account, ins. Co. pay, 9,646.24; Creighton Pronto, gas, 474.70; Don McElhose Trucking, clay rock/hauling, 3,097.50; Donald Pahl, prior service, 25.00; First Nat’l. Bank Omaha, postage, 227.32; Franks Food Mart, shop supplies, 42.96; Freeman Oil Inc., 4,415.40; Gary Backhaus Gravel LLC, gravel/haul, 12,620.43; Health Plan Services Inc., Co. pay, 568.08; Herbert Feed & Grain Co., grazon/tordon, 260.47; Husker Steel, reflectors, 750.00; James Carlson, sand, 1,500.00; Jebro Inc., road oil, 7,612.70; Katie Fritz, title trailer, 22.00; Kimball Midwest, shop supplies, 174.76; Larry Pilar, prior service, 21.00; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., Co. pay, 32.30; Marcel Kramer, clay, 150.00; Mitteis Gravel, gravel/haul, 126.86; NMC Exchange, LLC, repairs, 442.52; Nebraska Public Power District, 174.31; Pahl Construction LLC, equip. rental, 3,000.00; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, Co. pay, 3,974.93; Rohrer Welding & Repair, repairs, 1,419.35; Source Gas Distribution LLC, heating fuel, 50.35; Village of Wausa, water, sewer, garbage, 140.85; Yankton Fire & Safety Co., fire ext. inspection, 150.00; Verdigre Farm Service, repairs/supplies, gas, 4,909.81.

            VISITOR’S PROMO FUND.  Bargain Buyway, promo funds, 100.00; Bloomfield Community Club, promo funds, 1,000.00; Brian ElDorado, mlge., 22.40; Center Community, promo funds, 500.00; Corps of Discovery Welcome Center, promo funds, 1,000.00; Creighton Area Chamber of Commerce, promo funds, 1,000.00; Crofton Community Club, promo funds, 1,000.00; Dale P. Riesberg, mlge. & postage, 41.72; Heather Mosley, mlge., 45.62; Outlaw Trail Scenic Buyway, promo funds, 500.00; Niobrara Promoters, promo funds, 1,000.00; Robert Janovec, mlge., 22.40; Shannon Trail Promoters, promo funds, 500.00; Verdigre Improvement Club, promo funds, Wausa Community Club, promo funds, 1,000.00; Wausa Smorgasbord Committee, promo funds, 500.00; Winnetoon Community Club, promo funds, 300.00.

            VISITOR’S IMPROVEMENT FUND.  Knox County Dev. Agency, improvement funds, 5,970.00.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND.  NENEDD, Reuse loan admin., 600.00; PKAS dba Misty’s Saloon, loan distribution, 27,000.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Century Link, long distance, 5.49; Creighton news, subscription, 39.00; First Nat’l Bk. Omaha, meals & supp., 389.01; Matt Cerny, mlge., 278.88.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Doerr, crt. appt. atty., 457.82.

            911 WIRELESS SERVICE FUND.  Century Link, phone, 333.79; Three River Telco, phone, 143.92. 

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Century Link, phone, 179.73; Kaeser & Blair, Inc., handouts, 607.65; Schreier’s Lumber Co., tower shed, 1,084.65; Three River Telco, phone, 77.49.

 

                                                                                 TOTALS 

 

                                                General Fund                                        29,059.96

                                                Road Fund                                            128,274.17

                                                Visitor’s Promo Fund                               9,532.14

                                                Visitor’s Improvement Fund                    5,970.00

                                                Economic Development Fund                27,600.00

                                                C & C Development Fund                           712.38

                                                Inheritance Fund                                        457.82

                                                911 Wireless Service Fund                         477.71

                                                911 Emergency Fund                               1,949.52

                                                                                 Total                  204,033.70



Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 1:25 p.m., July 31, 2014 until Thursday,  August 14, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

           

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            July 31, 2014   

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:50 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of July 31, 2014 at 9:50 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the July 10 and July 16, 2014 meetings were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the July 10 and July 16, 2104 minutes as read.

There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Chairman Swanson opened an advertised public hearing at 10:00 a.m. on Form 457 Application for Exemption from Motor Vehicle Taxes by Good Samaritan Society-Bloomfield.

            The Board reviewed a letter from TERC about the upcoming hearing on Case No. 13R 058 Rosemary G. Davis vs. Knox County Board of Equalization.           

            Chairman Swanson closed the open public hearing at 10:03 a.m.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve Form 457 Application for Exemption from Motor Vehicle Taxes by Good Samaritan Society-Bloomfield on a 2008 Chevrolet 4-door sedan, a 2007 Ford Sport Van, a 2006 Star bus and a 1990 Chevrolet pickup.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Miller, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the 2014 Knox County 3-Year Plan of Assessment.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.            

Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:12 a.m. on July 31, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2014 for a regular meeting.

I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            August 14, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Board of Supervisors’ Room in the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of August 14, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Swanson led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.          

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Jim Borgmann, Kevin Mackeprang, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Co. Attorney Thomas, Co. Assessor McManigal, Brian McDonald, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Sheriff Henery, Zoning Admin. Doerr, David and Arlys Saoi, Deputy Co. Clk. Surface, Emerg. Mgr. Hintz, Co. Treas. Stark, Katie Fritz, Deputy Assessor Beckmann, Layne Pahl, Mark Mahony, Mike Hammerlun, Township Board members from Addison, Bohemia, Central, Cleveland, Columbia, Creighton, Dolphin, Dowling,  Eastern, Frankfort, Harrison, Herrick, Hill, Jefferson, Lincoln, Logan, Miller, Morton, Niobrara, Peoria, Raymond, Spade, Sparta, Union, Verdigre, Walnut Grove,  Washington and Western Townships.

The minutes of the July 31, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the July 31, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District Annual Report.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:48 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:57 a.m. with all members present.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $183,656.07. 

#16271 – Marshall Law Firm obo Henry Macke, Jr., fee for Treasurer’s Deed, 10.00; #16272 – St. of Nebr., reimb. of EMPG budget, 7,292.79; #16273 – Comm. St. Bk., int., 277.26; #16274 – Brunswick St. Bk., int., 1,495.90; #16275 – Knox Co. Treas., int., 484.33; #16276 – Knox Co. Treas., int., 220.78; #16277 – Federal Home Loan Bk. of Topeka, Jobs Creation Grant, 7,500.00; #16278 – Knox Co. Clk., plats, fees, c.c. marr. lic. & copies, 196.00; #16279 – Knox Co. Clk., marr. lic., 15.00; #16280 – Knox Co. Clk., marr. lic., 15.00; #16281 – Dowling Twp., motorgrader blades, 176.00; #16282 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #16283 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70; #16284 – M. J. Brummer, water meter pmt., 50.00; #16285 – St. of Nebr., reimb. of meeting costs, 293.99; #16286 – Knox Co. Clk., marr. lic., 15.00; #16287 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 161.00; #16288 – St. of Nebr., Sec. of State, disability election equip. costs, 750.00; #16289 – Knox Co. Treas., motor veh. lic. postage, 235.20; #16290 – Dean Mormann, ibeam, 120.00; #16291 – Downtown Auto, econ. dev. pmt., 923.45; #16292 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. pmt., 345.00; #16293 – Knox Co. Crt., fines, overload fines, crt. costs, 3,144.90; #16294 – Knox Co. Clk., marr. lic., 15.00; #16295 – Soc. Sec. Admin., incentive pmt., 200.00; #16296 – Knox Co. Sheriff, auto insp. & handgun permits, 720.00; #16297 – Clk. of Dist. Crt., filings fees, copies & passport fees, 504.50; #16298 – St. of Nebr., hwy. alloc. & Build Nebr. Act, 128,924.56; #16299 – Nina S. Stein, inh.. tax-Lois J. Anderson Est., 938.80; #16300 – Julius Beckmann Est., inh. tax, 8,609.90; #16301 – Cedar Co. Treas., tax coll.-Crofton Fire Gen & Sink & Wausa Fire Gen., 1,078.28; #16302 – SID#1, water & sewer hookup, 6,000.00; #16303 – Marshall Law Firm obo Bradley Mahon, fee for Treasurer’s deed, 10.00; #16304 – Reg. of Deeds, filing fees & doc. st. tax, 5,063.34; #16305 – Knox Co. Chiropractic, econ. dev. pmt., 70.67; #16306 – TC Complete, econ. dev. pmt., 362.73; #16307 – Brunswick St. Bk., int., 378.08; #16308 – Bruce D. Foreman, inh. tax-Marie F. Dittoe Est., 4,883.89; #16309 – Alan Pischel, labor for loading/unloading steel, 100.00; #16310 – Knox Co. Atty., STOP funds, 40.00; #16311 – Flooring Solutions LLC, refund of overpmt. for Courtroom carpet, 127.92; #16312 – Robert Schroeder, plank, 112.00; #16313 – Village of Verdigre, oil for AMZ machine, 548.86; #16314 – White Tail River Lodge, econ. dev. pmt., 306.00.

The Board discussed replacing the roof of the main Courthouse building.  Rain had come in through several small holes near the access door.  Quotes will be researched.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Brian McDonald with JEO met with the Board regarding the Bloomfield Co-op Road overlay plans.  Discussed options of using concrete or hot mix, estimated costs to the County, and to Bloomfield City if they participate, and the bidding process.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Swanson to advertise for bids for road construction/overlay of the Bloomfield Co-op Road.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 2. Mr. McDonald informed the Board that a box bridge will be placed on the Pierce/Knox County line road with costs to be split between the two counties; 3. Machine repairs; 4. Road repairs; 5. Bridge crew update; 6. Supr. Mackeprang was asked if the County would loan the old packer to the Ag Society so it can be used at the fairgrounds.  The matter will be placed on the August 28 meeting agenda; 7.  Supr. Mackeprang informed the Board that he had received a concern of a near accident on the nine-mile oiled road north of Bloomfield near the Miller feed lot.  Discussion was held on lowering the speed limit in that area.  The matter will be placed on the August 28 agenda.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to place on file the Clerk of Dist. Crt. July Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

At 10:39 a.m., Chairman Miller opened an advertised public hearing on township discontinuance.  Township Board members from nearly every township in the County were present for the telephone conference with legal advisors with NIRMA who provides insurance for Knox County.  Discussion was held on liability, process of placement of regulatory signs, engineer study costs for placement of regulatory signs, the need for the townships to carry their own liability insurance, insurance rates and that the townships carry liability insurance for at least $1 million per occurrence, tort claims and townships would be forced to implement a tax levy to pay for judgments if they don’t have insurance.  County Attorney Thomas informed the group that free replacements of road signs is over and the townships will be billed for any replacement signs.  NIRMA legal advisor Vince Valentino said that township board members cannot be held personally responsible except if the township board member is operating road maintenance equipment on their township roads and except if the township does not carry liability insurance.  Further discussion ensued on doing away with township form of government and going to a commissioner form of County government, and the need for the County to hire additional employees if the township roads were to be maintained by the County.  A suggestion was made to draft an interlocal agreement between townships to possibly hire an engineering company at a lower rate to recommend signage in the townships that participate.  NIRMA will not provide coverage to the townships but the townships can obtain insurance through several companies.  It was recommended by NIRMA that the townships obtain Reservations of Rights letters from the companies they hire to maintain their roads and that those townships that maintain roads for other townships to get additional liability insurance, have a written interlocal agreement signed by both boards and that each township carry its own insurance.  NIRMA also recommended that the township boards work within their scope of duties and not to provide personal services or work.  Discussion continued on clearing snowy roads, linebacker policy and equipment insurance.  Chairman Miller polled the group by show of hands regarding the issue of township discontinuance and the majority of those present voted to continue with township government.  Chairman Miller closed the open public hearing at 12:09 p.m.  The Board took no action on township government discontinuance.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:16 p.m. for lunch. 

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 1:08 p.m. with all members present.

            Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. David and Arlys Saoi met with the Board to discuss a possible replat of Walker Valley public use area.  No action was taken; 2. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Swanson to approve Administrative Plat Application #P0062 for Richard C. Salmen on Lots 1 and 2, Middle East Landing Subdivision, Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 3.   Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the July Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 4. Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to place on file the Planning Commission meeting minutes of May 20 and June 10, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 5. The public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for Willow Creek Sand and Gravel will be held at the August 28 meeting.

            Motion by Supr. Swanson, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $301,341.37 are printed at the end of these proceedings.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to go into executive session at 1:50 p.m. so as to protect the reputation of an individual while discussing personnel.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held so as to protect the reputation of an individual while discussing personnel.  The Board came out of executive session at 2:00 p.m.  Chairman Miller stated the executive session as held solely on personnel.

            Revisions to the Knox County Employee Handbook were reviewed.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014 - 27 approving revisions to the Knox County Employee Handbook and that such Resolution be signed by all elected and appointment officials showing that they acknowledge and accept the revisions.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

           

BEFORE THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

JOINT RESOLUTION AND                   )

AGREEMENT FOR REVISIONS TO      )                                                           RESOLUTION NO. 2014 - 27

COUNTY PERSONNEL SYSTEM          )

 

            WHEREAS, on May 27, 2010, Knox County, the Board of Supervisors, the elected officials and department heads adopted a personnel system and joint employee handbook which provided employee practices and policies common to all offices and departments; and,

            WHEREAS, Knox County, the Board of Supervisors, the elected officials and the department heads have worked through some issues and revisions.

            NO, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, Knox County, the Board of Supervisors, the elected officials and the department heads adopt these additions and changes.

            The following sections of the Employee Handbook were changed or added to: Code of Ethics; Work Hours; Overtime; Wages; Uniform Allowance; Health Insurance; Vacation; Holidays; Funeral Leave; Sick Leave; Confidentiality; Exempt or Nonexempt Employee; Pay Day; Uniform Allowance.

            The following sections of the Hiring Manual were changed or added to: Pay Rate Adjustment; Date of Hire Information; Employment Application; Pre-Interview Criminal and Traffic Record Inquiry.

            See attached for full details of changes.

            All employees will be furnished with copies of the revised Employee Handbook.

            All elected officials and department heads will be furnished with copies of the revised Employee Handbook and the revised provisions of the Hiring Manual of the Knox County Personnel System.

DATED August 14, 2014 at the Knox County Courthouse, Center, Knox County, Nebraska.

 

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:                                                                 ELECTED OFFICIALS AND

                                                                                                            DEPARTMENT HEADS:

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                      ______                                                 John Thomas /s/_________________________

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, District #3                                                     John Thomas, Knox County Attorney

 

Martin J. O’Connor /s/               ______                                                 Joann M. Fischer /s/______________________

Martin J. O’Connor, District #1                                                              Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Rayder Swanson /s/      _____________                                     Laura J. Hintz /s/_________________________

Rayder Swanson, District #2                                                                 Laura J. Hintz, Knox Co. Emergency Manager

 

Jim Sokol, Jr. /s/          _____________                                     Don Henery /s/__________________________

Jim Sokol, Jr., District #4                                                                      Don Henery, Knox County Sheriff

 

Norman Mackeprang /s/            _____________                                     Karen K. Riesberg /s/_____________________

Norman Mackeprang, District #5                                                                       Karen K. Riesberg, Knox Co. Clk. Dist. Court

 

Danny Schlote /s/                     _______                                               Monica J. McManigal /s/___________________

Danny Schlote, District #6                                                                     Monica J. McManigal, Knox Co. Assessor

 

Jim Fuchtman /s/          _____________                                     Cathy Stark /s/___________________________

Jim Fuchtman, District #7                                                                     Cathy Stark, Knox County Treasurer

 

ATTEST:    (Seal)                                                                                 Liz Doerr /s/_____________________________

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                                             Liz Doerr, Knox Co. Zoning Administrator

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

                                                                                                            Kevin R. Barta /s/________________________

                                                                                                            Kevin R. Barta, Knox Co. Highway Supt.

                                                                                                           

                                                                                                            Leonard R. Boggs /s/_____________________

                                                                                                            Leonard R. Boggs, Knox Co. Vet. Serv. Officer

                                                                       

                                                                                                            Matt Cerny /s/___________________________

                                                                                                            Matt Cerny, Knox Co. Econ. Dev. Director

           

                                                                                                            Ruth Vonderohe /s/_______________________

                                                                                                            Ruth Vonderohe, Knox Co. Extension Educator

                                               

                                                                                                            Michael Skroch /s/________________________

                                                                                                            Michael Skroch, Knox Co. Surveyor

 

There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

GENERAL FUND.  Salary, 132,999.59; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas & repairs, 861.13; Bob Barker Company, Inc., supp., 59.24; Center Garage, tires, 370.00; Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, lodging, 206.82; Colfax County Sherriff, juvenile summons, 6.50; Coll. of Int. Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 10,037.92; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., ins. Co. pays, 22,306.93; Creighton News, pub., 256.50; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, pub., notices, & board proc., 510.35; Dan L. Henery, reimb., 127.33; Dollar General, supp. & batteries, 236.30; Donald J. Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; Eakes Office Plus, copier agmt., 141.61; Ecowater Systems, bottled water, 463.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, prisoner meals, 4,820.50; Farmers & Merchants State Bank, checks, 44.00; Great Plains Comm., phone, 5,079.66; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins., Co. pays, 1,376.28; Jack’s Quikshop, gas, 30.01; Jack’s Uniform & Equip., equip., 125.39; Jim Jansen, travel exp., 267.96; JoAnn P. Knori, prior service, 20.00; John Thomas, fax charges & supp., 277.24; Joseph Kudera, trng., 185.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 104.90; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 72.56; Marvin Planning Consultants, comp. plan & reg., 90.00; Microfilm Imaging Systems, scanner rental, 184.00; MIPS, comp. prg., 1,209.84; NAPA Bloomfield, parts, 184.06; NetCom, Inc., earphone, 25.00; Name Redacted. medicare reimb., 271.79; North Central PPD, electricity, 3,296.51; Northeast Nebr. News Co., notices & bd. proc., 344.24; Positive Promotions, Inc., supp., 748.53; Quill, supp., 313.78; Ray’s Electric, Inc., cell phones, 1,231.83; Retirement Plans, Div. of Ameritas, retirement, Co. pays, 8,775.93; Ruth Vonderohe, travel & supp., 240.12; Schroeder Land Surveying, crt. costs, 900.00; Steven Banks, trng., 10.00; Tammy Henery, lawn service cont., 761.00; Telebeep Wireless, pager, 51.33; The Monitor, envelopes & publ., 98.08; Tom Kotrous, grant funds, 2,279.58; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 115.14; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 285.45; The Verdigre Eagle, notice, 26.13; Verdigre Farm Service, gas, 261.29; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 322.17; West Hodson, sup., 33.85; Western Office Tech., equip. repair, 65.00.

ROAD FUND.  Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel & haul, 14,586.06; Barco Municipal Products, Inc., delineators, $1,000.02; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel, 1,716.27; Big Red Mini Mart, gas, 243.17; Bloomfield Tire & Oil, LLC, gas/diesel, 576.80; Carhart Lumber Co., supplies, 7.58; Central Valley Ag., spray, 267.33; CHS, gas/diesel, 1,910.13; City of Bloomfield, water, 19.50;  Cornhusker International Trucks, Inc., repairs, 460.80; Cummins Central Power, LLC, repairs, 352.25; Great Plains Communication, telephone, 465.20; Grossenberg Implement, repairs, shop supplies & grease, 222.03; Hefner True Value, shop supplies, 9.89; Jack’s Quikshop, gas, 354.85; Name Redacted, medicare reimb., 357.46; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop supplies, 13.45; J & K Auto, gas & tire repair, 189.25; Kayton International Inc., repairs & shop supplies, 707.27; Jebro Inc., road oil, 37,000.33; L.G. Everist, Inc., red rock, 1,166.70; Love Signs, lettering, 145.00; Mitteis Gravel, gravel & haul, 3,029.68; NAPA Bloomfield, repairs, 752.26; NMC Exchange, LLC, repairs, 1,177.97; North Central Public Power Dist., electricity, 241.44; Peters Hardware, shop supplies, 49.09; Pro-Crane Services, LLC, equipment rental, 1,793.25; R & K Auto Parts, filter, 85.44; Rose Equipment, Inc., repairs, 382.91; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 356.26; Vance Hansen, erosion control & equipment rental, 3,102.00; Verdigre Farm Service, LLC, gas/diesel & seed, 5,156.38; Vic’s Service, LLC, gas, 468.01; Viking Lumber Inc., portland, 200.00; Village of Niobrara, water/sewer, 35.25; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer & garbage, 66.45; Weldon Parts Inc., repairs, 832.69; West Hodson, Lumber Co., masonry cement, 1,881.09.

FLOWAGE EASEMENT ROAD FUND. Missouri Sedimentation Action Coalition, contribution, 1,000.00.

            ROD PRESERVATION AND MODERNIZATION FUND. MIPS, comp. prog., 128.32.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Salary, 70.88, Coll. of Int. Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 5.42; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 4.78. 

C AND C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salary, 3,675.00; Coll. of Int. Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 281.14; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. HealthCare Solutions Group, ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Health Plan Service, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 31.56 Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 36.75; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pay, 1.83. Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement, Co. pays, 248.06.

            INHERITANCE FUND. Morland, Easland & Lohrberg, court appointed attorney, 255.00; Rodney W. Smith, public defender contract, 2,083.33; The Law Offices of Jeffrey Doerr, court appointed attorney, 2,182.69; Verlyn Luebbe, special Co. attorney, 545.20.

911 WIRELESS FUND. Great Plains Comm., phone, 627.90.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND. Bryan Ruhr, meeting, 25.00; Century Link, phone, 2.94; Dave Carlson, meeting/mileage, 55.24; Geo-Comm., Inc., software support, 3,184.00; Great Plains Comm., phone/internet, 531.58; Kevin Sonnichsen, meeting/mileage, 38.44; Lucinda L. Mastalir, meeting/mileage, 36.20; Mitch Mastalir, meeting/mileage, 36.20; Paul J. Schoenberner, meeting/mileage, 58.60; Platte Valley Communications, UPS repair, 582.50; Stanley O. Dryak, meeting/mileage, 44.04.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                               203,584.37                  

                                                Road Fund                                                    81,381.51

                                                Flowage Easement Road Fund                        1,000.00

                                                ROD Preservation and Modernization Fund         128.32

                                                Economic Development Fund                               81.08

                                                C and C Development Fund                             4,877.23  

                                                Inheritance Fund                                             5,066.22

                                                911 Wireless Fund                                             627.90         

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                      4,594.74

                                                                                    Total                      301,341.37 

           

            Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 2:16 p.m., August 14, 2014 until Friday, August 22, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. for a special budget meeting and until Thursday, August 28, 2014, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            August 14, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:48 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of August 14, 2014 at 9:48 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Swanson Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Swanson presiding.    Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal, Jim Borgmann and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Chairman Swanson announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the July 31, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Swanson approved the July 31, 2014 minutes as read.

            Motion by Supr. Miller, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claim #7800 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to execute the proper adjustments on the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept and place on file a Notice of Rejection of Homestead Exemption – Form 458R.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried.

            Co. Assessor McManigal informed the Board that the 2014 valuation is $1,629,918,843 which is an increase of $166,949,482 over last year’s valuation.

            Chairman Swanson adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 9:57 a.m. on August 14, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Rayder Swanson, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            August 22, 2014

                                                                                                            8:30 a.m.

 

            A special meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at the Court House in Center, Nebraska on the date of Friday, August 22, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3,  Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Swanson Dist. #2.  Chairman Miller presiding.

                        Supr. Mackeprang led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.     

                        Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune and Wausa Gazette newspapers, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The purpose of this special meeting was to review the preliminary 2014-2015 Knox County Budget and to review individual office budgets with respective department heads. 

            Department heads present in the morning were Co. Clk. Fischer, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Co. Treas. Stark, Co. Assessor McManigal, Clk. of the Dist. Crt. Riesberg, Co. Court Magistrate Boggs, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Weed Supt. Banks, Co. Atty. Thomas, Extension Educator Vonderohe and 911 Coordinator Janecek.  Also present were Kevin Mackeprang and Jim Borgmann.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Health and Human Services Cooperative Agreement.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with all members present except Supervisor Swanson District #2.  Also present were Kevin Mackeprang and Jim Borgmann.

Sheriff Henery and Development Agency Director Cerny reviewed their respective office budgets with the Board.

            The overview of the preliminary budget shows that the valuation increased by $166,949,489 this year noting that this increase was $136,854,544 less than last year’s increase. Several cuts were made to a preliminary budget and a possible transfer from the Inheritance Fund to the General Fund will be considered. 

            Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 2:00 p.m., August 22, 2014 until Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge. 

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            August 28, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of August 28, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supervisor Swanson Dist. #2. Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Fuchtman led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.        

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Kevin Mackeprang, Jim Borgmann, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Larry Moeller, Jerry Nipp, Kreg Mitteis and Zoning Admin. Doerr.

The minutes of the August 14 and August 22, 2014 meetings were read.  Chairman Miller approved the minutes of the August 14 and August 22, 2014 meetings as read.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Thank You card from the Corps of Discovery Welcome Center.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:48 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:55 a.m. with all members present except Supr. Swanson Dist. #2.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to change the meeting date of the first meeting in October to Wednesday, October 8, 2014 due to a scheduling conflict.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. 

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $23,881.96. 

            #16315 - Brunswick State Bank, interest, 850.68; #16316 - Norbert Guenther, ins. prem., 31.56; #16317 - Jana Osborne, ins. prem., 62.32; #16318 - Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 285.00; #16319 - Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 215.00; #16320 - Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16321 – Natl. Pharmaceutical Svcs., rebate, 19.66; #16322 - Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16323 - Frontier Comm., 911 surcharges, 5.94; #16324 - Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. loan pmt., 1,581.60; #16325 - Knox Co. Clerk, int., 31.16; #16326 - Dennis Swanson/Dale Riesberg, inh. tax – Ann L. Swanson Est., 2,599.08; #16327 - Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16328 - Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. loan pmt., 443.81; #16329 - Trustworthy Hdwe., econ. dev. loan pmt., 665.72; #16330 - Midwest Bk., int., 2341.59; #16331 - Mary Brady, PR, inh. tax – Margaret L. Manion Est., 19.68; #16332 - Knox Co. Sheriff, 2nd qtr. mlge. & fees, 4088.06; #16333 - Bloomfield Comm. Schools, voter reg. lists, 23.73; #16334 - Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 120.00; #16335 - Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 160.00; #16336 - Vonage tax, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #16337 - State of Nebraska, lodging tax, 5120.51; #16338 –St. of Nebraska, airline tax, 2860.57; #16339 - Commercial State Bank, int., 277.26; #16340 – Est. of Rita Sayers, inh. tax - Rita K. Sayers Est., 28.96; #16341 - Marshall Law Firm obo Bradley Mahon, deed fee, 10.00; #16342 - Gary Jessen, cond. use permit, 200.00; #16343 - Knox Co. Clerk, marriage lic., 15.00; #16344 - Brunswick State bank, interest, 630.14; #16345 - Scott Watson, culvert, 360.00; #16346 - Wausa School District, list of reg. voters, 11.16; #16347 - Midwest Bank, interest, 768.77.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Discussion was held on loaning the old packer to the Ag Society with the condition that the Ag Society fix it and the County can use it when they need it.  The Board directed Hwy. Supt. Barta to draft an interlocal agreement between Knox County and the Ag Society for the loaning of the old packer to the Ag Society and conditions to include that the County will retain ownership, the County can use it when they need it, that maintenance will be the responsibility of the Ag Society when they are using it and that Co. Attorney Thomas is to review the draft; 2. Discussion ensued on conducting a speed zoning study on the Bloomfield North oil road in the area of the Miller Feedlot.  No action was taken; 3. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept the quote in the amount of $11,984.00 from Husker Steel of Columbus NE for steel materials to repair the south abutment for Bridge #08-27-NE.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.   Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

The report of County Highway Superintendent Barta in regard to the vacation and abandonment a .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the W1/2NE1/4 of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska in Creighton Township, was brought before the Board. Motion by Supervisor Fuchtman, seconded by Supervisor Mackeprang to accept the report of Knox County Highway Superintendent Barta for the vacation and abandonment of a .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the W1/2NE1/4 of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska (Creighton Township).  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Supervisor Schlote made a motion, seconded by Supervisor Fuchtman that the following Road Resolution be published in the Creighton News Newspaper on September 4, 11, and 18, 2014.  Also, a copy of said Resolution be sent by certified mail to current adjoining landowners namely Warren L. Renter and Steven Renter, Heath A. Lemke, and Cal V. and Denise M. Hinzmann.

The date of hearing on this matter being set for September 25, 2014 at 10:15 A.M.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-28

 

     WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Section 39-1722, Nebraska Revised Statutes (Re-issue of 2004) the County Board of Supervisors of Knox County, Nebraska, on the 31st day of July 2014 directed the County Highway Superintendent to make a study of the use of a portion of a platted Creighton Township road described as follows:

 

A .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the W1/2NE1/4

of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

 

     WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent must conduct a study of vacating and abandoning a .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the W1/2NE1/4 of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, and

     WHEREAS, on August 28, 2014, County Highway Superintendent did file his report in writing as to such roads, containing a recommendation that said portion of Platted Road #95 Road be vacated and abandoned, and 

     BE IT, THEREFORE RESOLVED, by the County Board of Supervisors of Knox County that a public hearing be had as provided in Section 39-1724, Nebraska Revised Statutes (Re-issue of 2004), in the Supervisors’ Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Center, Nebraska on the 25th day of September 2014 at the hour of 10:15 A.M. for the purpose of determining whether a portion of Platted Road #95 in Creighton Township, Knox County, Nebraska, be vacated and abandoned.

 

Passed, approved and adopted this 28th day of August 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                   COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                    OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                     By: Virgil H. Miller /s/                                       

Knox County Clerk                                                               Chairman

 

The report of County Highway Superintendent Barta in regard to the vacation and abandonment of the following platted roads in Western Township: 1. A portion of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20; 2.  The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29; and 3. The portion of  Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4 and thence north on the Section line of Sections 17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, was brought before the Board. Motion by Supervisor Sokol, seconded by Supervisor Schlote to accept the report of Knox County Highway Superintendent Barta for the vacation and abandonment of the following: 1. A portion of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20; 2.  The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29; and 3. The portion of Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4 and thence north on the Section line of Sections 17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska (Western Township).  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Supervisor O’Connor made a motion, seconded by Supervisor Sokol that the following Road Resolution be published in the Verdigre Eagle Newspaper on September 4, 11 and 18, 2014.  Also, a copy of said Resolution be sent by certified mail to current adjoining landowners namely Gary L. and Janet L. Zimmerer, Robert L. and Delores F. Ruzicka, Adam Ruzicka, Ruzicka Farms, and Alan B. Collison and Jacque L. Collison, Trustees.

The date of hearing on this matter being set for September 25, 2014 at 10:15 A.M.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-29

 

     WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Section 39-1722, Nebraska Revised Statutes (Re-issue of 2004) the County Board of Supervisors of Knox County, Nebraska, on the 31st day of July 2014 directed the County Highway Superintendent to make a study of the use of portions of platted Western Township roads described as follows:

 

1. A portion of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20;

2.  The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29; and

3. The portion of Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4 and thence north on the Section line of Sections

    17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

 

WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent must conduct a study of vacating and abandoning the following: 1. A portion

of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20; 2.  The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29; and 3. The portion of Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4

and thence north on the Section line of Sections 17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska (Western Township), and

     WHEREAS, on August 28, 2014, County Highway Superintendent did file his report in writing as to such roads, containing a recommendation that said portions of Platted Roads #316, #567 and #12 be vacated and abandoned, and 

     BE IT, THEREFORE RESOLVED, by the County Board of Supervisors of Knox County that a public hearing be had as provided in Section 39-1724, Nebraska Revised Statutes (Re-issue of 2004), in the Supervisors’ Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Center, Nebraska on the 25th day of September 2014 at the hour of 10:15 A.M. for the purpose of determining whether portions of Platted Roads #316, #567 and #12 in Western Township, Knox County, Nebraska, be vacated and abandoned.

 

Passed, approved and adopted this 28th day of August 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                               COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                                 By: Virgil H. Miller /s/                                       

Knox County Clerk                                                                          Chairman

 

            4.  Oil crew update; 5. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to adopt Resolution #2014-30 authorizing Chairman Miller to sign the LPA-Consultant Professional Services Agreement with Mainelli Wagner & Associates Inc. for Federal Aid Bridge Project #BRO-7054(19) (Verdigre North). By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RESOLUTION

SIGNING OF PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING AGREEMENT – BK1442

 

Knox County

Resolution No. 2014-30

 

Whereas: Knox County is developing a transportation project for which it intends to obtain Federal funds;

Whereas: Knox County as a sub-recipient of Federal-Aid funding is charged with the responsibility of expending said funds in accordance with Federal, State and local laws, rules, regulations, policies and guidelines applicable to the funding of the Federal-aid project;

Whereas: Knox County and Mainelli Wagner & Associates, Inc., wish to enter into a Professional Services Agreement to provide preliminary engineering services for the Federal-aid project.

Be It Resolved: by the Board of Supervisors of Knox County that:

Virgil Miller Chair of the Knox County Board of Supervisors, is hereby authorized to sign the attached preliminary engineering services agreement between Knox County, Nebraska and Mainelli Wagner & Associates Inc.

NDOR Project number: BRO-7054(19)

NDOR Control Number: 31821

NDOR Project Description: Verdigre North

 

Adopted this 28th day of August, 2014 at Center, Nebraska.

 

The Board of Supervisors of Knox County, Nebraska

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                      _          Martin J. O’Connor /s/   _____               Absent_______________          

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3         Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _______           Norman Mackeprang /s/            _____               Danny R. Schlote /s/_____      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                     Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                            Jim Fuchtman /s/___________

                                                            Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

                                                                        Board Member Supr. Mackeprang

                                                                        Moved the adoption of said resolution

                                                                        Member Supr. Schlote Seconded the Motion

                                                                        Roll Call:  6 Yes; 0 No; 0 Abstained; 1 Absent

                                                                        Resolution adopted, signed and billed as adopted

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                  

                                                                                   

Joann M. Fischer /s/                            

Knox County Clerk       

 

            At 10:30 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on Conditional Use Permit #CU0021 to allow Willow Creek Sand & Gravel/Kreg Mitteis to establish a gravel pit business/operation in the E1/2NW1/4 of Section 33, T30N, R4W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  Zoning Admin. Doerr informed the Board that the Planning Commission approved this permit with the conditions that a sign be posted at the entrance of the gravel pit and that mining regulations must be followed.  Chairman Miller closed the public hearing at 10:35 a.m.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-31 approving Conditional Use Permit #CU0021 to allow Willow Creek Sand & Gravel/Kreg Mitteis to establish a gravel pit business/operation in the E1/2NW1/4 of Section 33, T30N, R4W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-31

 

WHEREAS, Kreg W. Mitteis, dba Willow Creek Sand & Gravel has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0021 to operate a gravel pit on the East ½ of the Northwest ¼ (E1/2NW1/4) of Section 33, Township 30 North, Range 4 West of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice and held a public hearing on August 12, 2014, and

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

 

  1. A sign must be posted at the entrance that includes the business name and address along with emergency contact information.
  2. Applicant shall comply with Mine Safety and Health Administration.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE WILLOW CREEK SAND AND GRAVEL CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU0021 BE APPROVED.

 

Dated this 28th day of August, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                      _          Martin J. O’Connor /s/   _____               Absent_______________          

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3          Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      ________          Norman Mackeprang /s/            _____               Danny R. Schlote /s/_____      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                     Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                            Jim Fuchtman /s/___________

 ATTEST:        (Seal)                            Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

            Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the July 8, 2014 Planning Commission meeting minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried; 2. Discussion was held on sick leave and vacation time.  As Mrs. Doerr is a permanent part-time employee and accrues sick leave and vacation hours on a percentage basis, the question was the use of the sick leave due to her working schedule.  The consensus of the Board was that Zoning Admin. Doerr could claim eight hours of sick leave on Mondays and Thursdays or if there were other scheduled time worked and all other sick leave to be claimed at a lower rate.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the Knox County Office Inventories for year ending June 30, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $184,523.49 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

            Jerry Nipp with the Knox County Ag Society met with the Board regarding the levy authority for 2014/2015.  Discussion ensued on cost of entertainment, ticket sales and capital improvements. 

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-32 for levy authority allocation for the Knox County Fire Districts and Knox County Ag Society for the 2014/2015 budget year.  By roll call vote.   

By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Abstain District #4.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried. 

 

RESOLUTION #2014-32

 

            WHEREAS, the Knox County Board of Supervisors shall adopt a resolution that determines a final allocation of levy authority for Knox County's subdivisions as per Nebr. Stat. 77-3443, and

            WHEREAS, in past years the Knox County fire districts had each been allocated 5 cents from Knox County, and

            WHEREAS, the Knox County Ag Society is requesting $104,314.81 for General expenses (0.006400) and $26,078.70 (0.001600) for Capital Improvement for a total of $130,393.51 at a total levy of 0.008000 as the 2014 levy for the Knox County Ag Society, and

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, the Knox County Board of Supervisors agree to allocate 5 cents to the Knox County fire districts and a total of 0.008000 to the Knox County Ag Society as per Nebr. Stat. 77-3443 for budget year 2014-2015.

            DATED this 28th day of August 2014.

 

                                    KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                      _          Martin J. O’Connor /s/   ______             Absent__________________

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3          Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Rayder Swanson, Dist. #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      ________          Norman Mackeprang /s/            _______           Danny R. Schlote /s/________

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                     Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                            Jim Fuchtman /s/_____________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                                Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

            County Attorney Thomas discussed insurance reimbursement with the Board.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            The Board reviewed the proposed changes to the 2014/2015 Knox County budget draft.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to transfer $200,000 from the Inheritance Fund to the General Fund as tax relief for the 2014/2015 budget year and to apply $50,000 of the transfer to the Cash Reserve in the General Fund and noting that the proposed levy for 2014 will be 0.197359 which is a decrease of 0.010588 from last year.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to go into executive session at 11:55 a.m. so as to protect the reputation of individuals while discussing personnel.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session was to be held so as to protect the reputation of individuals while discussing personnel.  The Board came out of executive session at 12:09 p.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on personnel.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to go into executive session at 12:09 p.m. to discuss General Assistance Application #1-2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held to discuss General Assistance Application #1-2014.  The Board came out of executive session at 12:15 p.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on General Assistance Application #1-2014.

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded Supr. Fuchtman to approve General Assistance Application #1-2014 noting this will be a one-time payment for this applicant.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

GENERAL FUND. Ann Flood, mental health hrg., 50.00; Anna Walling, fair help & admis., 46.25; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; AS Central Services OCIO Interagency Billing, AS 400 use, 38.60; Avera Creighton Hospital, Med. treatment, 783.19; Avera Medical Group Creighton, Med. treatment, 70.00; B’s Enterprises Inc., signs, 92.00; Bloomfield Medical Clinic, med. treatment, 285.00; Bloomfield Tire and Oil LLC, weed gas, 157.72; Bomgaars, supplies, 17.24; CMart, gasoline, 33.51, Centurylink Business Service, long dist., 108.27; Colfax Co. Sheriff, court costs, 6.50; Country Market, Supplies, 24.12; Creighton 59 LLC, gasoline, 32.00; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, assess. role, 32.00; Dale P. Riesberg, meeting exp., 25.00; Dean Wilken, meeting exp. & mileage, 46.28; Denise Koertje, fair help & admis., 53.50; Eakes Office Plus, office supplies, 80.00; Esther Pease, fair help & admis., 46.25; F&M State Bank, safety dep. box rent & checks, 29.50; F&M State Bank, ACH file, 20.00; First National Bank Omaha, gas, antivirus & dues, 1823.93; Fred Steffen, meeting exp. & mileage, 67.56; Greg Kuhlman, meeting exp. & mileage, 51.88; Grossenberg Implement, supplies, 18.19; Hefner True Value, supplies, 27.07; James Egley, mental health hrg., 75.00; Jim Kotrous, meeting & mileage, 42.92; John Thomas, sound system & comp.& manuals, 3682.57; K&M Reporting, mental health hrg., 50.00; Kathie M. Zink, dues, 95.00; Kathleen Courtney, fair Judge & mileage, 134.80; Keith Nielsen, meeting exp. & mileage, 40.12; Ken Foner, meeting exp. & mileage, 38.44; Knox Co. Court, transcript fee, 444.25; Latimer Reporting, court costs, 162.20; Liz Doerr, travel, meals & comp., 929.80; Madison County Sheriff, mental health hrg., 23.02, Madison District Court, DJ apportioned office exp., 309.49; Margo Poppe, fair help & admis., 46.25; Mary Carhart, fair help & admis., 46.25; Michael D. Sullivan, mental health hrg., 50.00; National 4-H Council Supply Service, supplies, 45.98; NE Health & Human Services Financial Responsibility, institution billing, 93.00; Norfolk Daily News, subscription, 187.00; Norma Ober, fair help & admis., 46.25; NSA & Poan Conference, conference, 120.00; Postmaster, postage, 63.00; Quill, supplies, 502.13; Ray Ahrens, fair judge & mileage, 146.00; Robert Ganz, meeting exp. & mileage, 37.32, Ruth Howder, fair help & admis., 539.00; Sherril Repenning, fair help & admis., 31.75; Transmed, drug test kits, 247.50; Tri-State Turf & Irrigation, rep. sprinkler, 125.56; Vickie McManigal, janitor cont., 3884.48; Village of Center, water, sewer & garbage, 1346.00; Wausa Gazette, assess. role, 37.28; Wayne Co. Clk. Of District Crt., Apportioned DJ office expenses, 4732.50; Western Office Technologies, calendars & desk sign, 50.65

             ROAD FUND. Salaries, 47,423.41; B’s Enterprise Inc., hazard markers, 1,500.00; Backas Sand & Gravel,  gravel/hauling, 15,615.95; Bazile Creek Power Sports, blades, 39.21; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gasoline, 712.33; Bomgaars, shop supplies & chain saw blade, 482.64; Carlson Home and Auto, propane fills, 139.90; Cedar-Knox PPD, elec., 55.87; C-Mart LLC, gasoline, 106.12; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. Pays, 3,590.97; Co. of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct., Healthcare Solutions Group, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 9646.24; Creighton 59 LLC, gasoline, 95.03; Creston Fertilizer Co., tordon/grazon, 1,200.56; Dave Huigens, meals, 8.39; Don McElhose Trucking & Const., clay rock haul & equip. rental, 4,195.00; Don Pahl, prior service, 25.00; First National Bank Omaha, Norton antivirus, 52.74; Gary Backhaus & Gravel LLC, gravel & hauling, 1,851.93; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. pays, 568.08; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 6,663.91   ; Husker Steel, steel Hpile, 5,216.40; Jebro Inc., road oil, 54,791.77; Larry Pilar, prior services, 21.00; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Mark’s Repair, repairs, 317.90; NPPD, electricity, 169.38 ; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement, Co. pays, 3,176.79; SourceGas Dist. LLC, heating fuel, 50.35; Village of Center, water & sewer, 23.00.

            VISITOR’S IMPROVEMENT FUND.  First National Bank Omaha, internet, 141.92.

             COUNTY INSURANCE FUND.  Konnie Thiele, deduct. reimb., 250.00.

            C AND C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Century Link, long dist. phone, 6.37; First National Bank Omaha, conference & travel, 160.63, Matt Cerny, mileage, 108.64.

            INHERITANCE FUND.  Fitzgerald, Vetter & Temple, court app. Atty., 708.58; The Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Doerr P.C., court app. Atty., 1690.42.

911 WIRELESS FUND.  Centurylink, phone, 334.61; Three River Telco, phone, 143.92.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND. Centurylink, phone, 180.17; First National Bank Omaha, fair supplies, 29.50; Three River Telco, phone, 77.49.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                                  22,919.07                             

                                                Road Fund                                                    157,772.17

                                                Visitor’s Improvement Fund                                    141.92

                                                County Insurance Fund                                          250.00

                                                C and C Development Fund                                  275.64             

                                                Inheritance Fund                                               2,399.00         

                                                911 Wireless Fund                                               478.53        

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                           287.16           

                                                                                    Total                      $184,523.49           

         

            Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 12:20 p.m., August 28, 2014 until Thursday, September 11, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            August 28, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:48 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of August 28, 2014 at 9:48 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was Supr. Swanson Dist. #2.  Vice-Chairman Schlote presiding.    Also present were Jim Borgmann and Kevin Mackeprang.

Vice-Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the August 14, 2014 meeting were read.  Vice-Chairman Schlote approved the August 14, 2014 minutes as read with the correction that the meeting was held in the Courthouse.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            At 9:50 a.m., Vice-Chairman Schlote opened the advertised public hearing on the application for Exemption for Motor Vehicle Taxes Form 457 for St. Ludger Parish/School. 

            At 9:55 a.m., Vice-Chairman Schlote closed the open public hearing.  There was no one present in opposition to the Application.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Miller to approve the Application for Exemption for Motor Vehicle Taxes Form 457 for St. Ludger Parish/School on a 2002 Chrysler Town & Country minivan.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent was District #2.  Motion carried.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 9:55 a.m. on August 28, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 11, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_________________________________________                      By_______________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Vice-Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            September 5, 2014

                                                                                                            10:00 a.m.

 

 

            A quorum of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held at the Niobrara Presbyterian Church in Niobrara on September 5, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. when Supervisors Miller District #3, Sokol District #4, Mackeprang District #5, Schlote #6 and Fuchtman District #7 attended the funeral of Supervisor Rayder Swanson District #2.  Absent was Supervisor O’Connor District #1.

            Notice of quorum was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune and Wausa Gazette newspapers, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice is attached to these minutes.  There was no agenda and there was no business that took place. 

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                      COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                    OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

___________________________________                     By________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            September 11, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of September 11, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  District #2 vacant due to the passing of Supervisor Rayder Swanson. Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Sokol led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.   

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Jim Borgmann, Kevin Mackeprang, Sheriff Henery, Brian McDonald, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Knife River Representative Bruce Jorgensen, Katie Fritz, Co. Attorney Thomas, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Co. Assessor McManigal, Emergency Mgr. Hintz, Veterans Service Officer Boggs, and Veteran Service Committee members Jim Scott, Leroy Clausen, Jim Hames, LeRoy Buchholz, and Don Stoural.

A moment of silence was held in memory of Supervisor Rayder Swanson, District #2.

The minutes of the August 28, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the August 28, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:44 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:00 a.m. with Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 present.  District #2 vacant.

             Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-33 to express the Board’s sympathy to the family of District #2 Supervisor, Rayder L. Swanson.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 33        

 

               WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Knox, State of Nebraska, desires to record their heavy sense of loss at the death of their colleague

 

RAYDER L. SWANSON, on August 29, 2014

 

               BE IT RESOLVED:  That the Board of Supervisors of the County of Knox, State of Nebraska, extends a formal expression of their sorrow at the death of Rayder L. Swanson, and does hereby note in the Minutes, the passing of a man, who was esteemed by his associates, and respected by all; AND

 

               BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:  That the original of this resolution is to be tendered to his family as an expression of the Board’s heartfelt sympathy.

 

               Dated this 11th day of September, 2014.                                        

                                                                    COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS        

                                                                        OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

                       

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                     Martin J. O’Connor /s/            __________        James Sokol, Jr. /s/      ______

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, District 3           Martin J. O’Connor, District 1                           James Sokol, Jr., District 4

 

Norman Mackeprang /s/            _    ____              Danny R. Schlote /s/_____                 ___              Jim Fuchtman /s/        ______

Norman Mackeprang, District 5                Danny R Schlote, District 6                  Jim Fuchtman, District 7

 

ATTEST:    (Seal)

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

At 10:03 a.m., Chairman opened the advertised bid opening for public hearing for the construction of Bloomfield North Overlay, Knox County, Nebraska, JEO Project No. 140785. Brian McDonald with JEO submitted an Opinion of Cost in the amount of $355,000. Bid received was from Knife River Midwest LLC, Sioux City IA in the amount of $599,270.78.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to reject the bid submitted by Knife River Midwest LLC, Sioux City IA in the amount of $599,270.78 for the construction of Bloomfield North Overlay, Knox County, Nebraska, JEO Project No. 140785.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta and JEO engineer Brian McDonald informed the Board that Pierce County will open bids on Sept. 15, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a triple 10’ x 6’ x 39’ concrete box culvert to replace the Project Plainview North C-70(466) bridge on the Knox/Pierce County line,.

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to go into executive session at 10:16 a.m. for HIPAA matters.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held on HIPAA matters.  The Board came out of executive session at 10:40 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on HIPAA matters.

At 10:40 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing for the purpose of hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions or observations of taxpayers relating to the 2014/2015 Knox County proposed budget.

At 10:40 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing for the purpose of hearing support, opposition, criticism, suggestions or observations of taxpayers relating to setting the final tax request at 0.197359. 

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Great Plains will be installing more fiber optic lines north of Bloomfield and near Lindy; 2. The Spade Township Board has requested to reclassify three roads (7.25 miles) from Local Classification to Minimum Maintenance.  A public hearing is set for September 25; 3.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to adopt Resolution #2014-34 for the reclassification of a Minimum Maintenance Road back to Local Classification on the south .25-mile between Section 13, T31N, R8W (Washington Township) and Section 18, T31N, R7W (Bohemia Township).  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION 2014 - 34

 

WHEREAS, upon a Knox County Board meeting on September 11, 2014, with an agenda item addressing the reclassification of a Minimum Maintenance Road back to Local Classification.  The following described road will be reclassified back to Local Status due to a new driveway being built to a permanent dwelling:

 

1)      The south .25 mile between Section 13, T31N, R8W (Washington Township) and Section 18, T31N, R7W (Bohemia Township) See Attached Map.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk give a copy of said Resolution to the Knox County Highway Superintendent for reclassification of this road.

 

            Passed and approved this 11th day of September, 2014.

 

ATTEST:  (Seal)                                                           COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                    OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                     Virgil H. Miller /s/                                             

COUNTY CLERK                                                          BOARD CHAIRMAN

 

4.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to authorize Chairman Miller to sign an agreement between Knox County and the Knox County Ag Society for use of the Bros. 13-wheel pull type roller.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #4.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried; 5.  Bridge crew update; 6. Oil crew update; 7. Discussion was held on setting a date for bids for a new motorgrader for District #1.  Bids will be obtained after the beginning of 2015; 8. Discussed landslide along Rec Road north of Crofton.

At 11:00 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on the Final Plat of Green Acres Subdivision located in Government Lot 6, Section 17, T33N, R7W of the 6th P.M.

At 11:06 a.m., Chairman Miller closed the open public hearing on the proposed 2014/2015 Knox County Budget.  No one was present in opposition. 

At 11:07 a.m., Chairman Miller closed the open public hearing on the 2014/2015 Proposed Property Tax Request.  No one was present in opposition.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to adopt Resolution #2014-35 for the Adoption and Appropriations of the 2014/2015 Knox County Budget.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

 

KNOX COUNTY

RESOLUTION OF ADOPTION AND APPROPRIATIONS

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 35

 

WHEREAS,  a proposed County Budget for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015, prepared by the Budget Making Authority was transmitted to the County Board on the 22nd day of August with revisions completed on the 28th day of August 2014, and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of SUPERVISORS of Knox County, Nebraska as follows:

SECTION 1.  That the budget for the Fiscal Year July 1,2 014 to June 30, 2015, as categorically evidenced by the Budget Document be, and the same hereby is, adopted as the Budget for Knox County for said fiscal year.

SECTION 2.  That the offices, departments, activities and institutions herein named are hereby authorized to expend the amounts herein appropriated to them during the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015.

SECTION 3.  That the income necessary to finance the appropriations made and expenditures authorized shall be provided out of the unencumbered cash balance in each fund, revenues other than taxation to be collected during the fiscal year in each fund, and tax levy requirements for each fund.

DATED AND PASSED THIS 11th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2014.

 

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      Martin J. O’Connor /s/                  _               Vacant _______________         

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3              Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                          District #2 vacant

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _________            Norman Mackeprang /s/        _____               Danny R. Schlote /s/_____      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                         Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                                    Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                                    Jim Fuchtman /s/________________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                           Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to approve the 2014/2015 Final Property Tax Request at $3,216,794.31 and the 2014 Tax Rate at 0.197359, noting that the 2014 Tax Rate is 0.010588 less than the 2013 Tax Rate.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the 2014/2015 Cover Page and Budget Message of the adopted 2014/2015 Knox County Budget.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-36 directing the County Treasurer to make monthly transfers from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund for the 2014/2015 year.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 36

 

            WHEREAS, due to Section 39-1904 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes, the 2014-2015 Knox County Road budget does not include a property tax dollar request, and

            WHEREAS, the 2014-2015 Knox County budget was balanced by a fund transfer of $1,158,505.68 from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund, and

            WHEREAS, transfers were needed from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund until the 2014-2015 budget was adopted to cover incurred expenses for July and August, 2013, and

            WHEREAS, the Knox County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution #2014-21 directing the Knox County Treasurer to transfer $86,982.71 in July, 2014 and $86,982.71 in August, 2014 from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund to cover the incurred expenses for July and August, and

            WHEREAS, a remainder of $1,215,802.76 needs to be transferred from September 2014 through June 2015 from the General Fund to the Road Fund, and           

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Knox County Board of Supervisors that the 2014/2015 Knox County budget has now been adopted, and

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Knox County Treasurer is hereby directed to make monthly transfers from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Road Fund the amount of $1,389,768.18 with the balance being $1,215,802.76 after deducting July and August transfers totaling $173,965.42 and the monthly transfers thereafter are to be as follows:  $121,580.24 for September 2014, and $121,580.28 for October, November and December of 2014, and January, February, March, April, May and June of 2015.   

            Dated this 11th day of September 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      Martin J. O’Connor /s/       __                        Vacant _______________         

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3              Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1              District #2 vacant

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _________            Norman Mackeprang /s/                                Danny R. Schlote /s/_____      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                         Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                        Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                                    Jim Fuchtman /s/________________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                           Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to adopt Resolution #2014-37 directing the County Treasurer to transfer $3,500 from the Knox County General Fund to the County Veterans Aid Fund for the 2014/2015 Budget Year.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Vacant District #2.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 37

 

            WHEREAS, due to Section 39-1904 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes, the 2014-2015 County Veterans Aid Fund does not include a property tax dollar request, and

            WHEREAS, the 2014-2015 Knox County budget was balanced by fund transfer of $3,500.00 from the Knox County General Fund to the Knox County Veterans Aid Fund.

            NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Knox County Board of Supervisors that the Knox County Treasurer is hereby directed to transfer $3,500.00 from the Knox County General Fund to the County Veterans Aid Fund.

 

            Dated this 11th day of September 2014.

 

 KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      Martin J. O’Connor /s/                                   Vacant _______________         

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3              Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1              District #2 vacant

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _________            Norman Mackeprang /s/                    Danny R. Schlote /s/_____          

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                         Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                       Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                                     Jim Fuchtman /s/________________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                           Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-38 instructing the Knox County Treasurer to transfer $262,488.97 from the General Fund to the Flowage Easement Fund to be used as a partial loan repayment (third repayment) for the Bloomfield South Road project.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 – 38

 

            WHEREAS, the Knox County Board of Supervisors approved at their February 23, 2012 meeting, a road project named “Bloomfield South” project where the County oiled road south of Bloomfield to Hwy. 59 would be milled, graded and oiled with hot-mix by Knife River Midwest, Sioux City IA, in the amount of approximately $2.73 million, and

WHEREAS, the Knox County Board approved at their August 9, 2012 meeting to pay for the Bloomfield South project from the Flowage Easement Fund, as a loan to be repaid over 10 years or earlier (with possible extension to 15 years if needed) at no interest, and the repayment to be made by taxation, or if needed sometime during the repayment period, to use some funds from the Inheritance Fund, and

WHEREAS, the Flowage Easement Road Fund was created when the County of Knox sued the U.S. Corps of Engineers and received $10,049,868 from the Court settlement to cover the expenses associated with rebuilding bridges and roads damaged by the Missouri River and its’ tributaries due to sedimentation, and

WHEREAS, the funds to repay the loan to the Flowage Easement Road Fund will be collected in the General Fund and then transferred to the Flowage Easement Road Fund, and

WHEREAS, the project was completed in the 2012/2013 fiscal year with the final cost of the project being $2,624,889.71 making a total of $262,448.97 due each year for 10 years, and

WHEREAS, the first loan repayment in the amount of $273,000.00 from the General Fund to the Flowage Easement Road Fund was made in the 2012-2013 Knox County Budget and

WHEREAS, the overpayment of the first payment was $10,511.03 and was applied to the second payment made making the second payment of $251,977.94 during the 2013/2014 fiscal year, and

WHEREAS, the third loan repayment will be in the amount of $262,488.97 with a transfer from the General fund to the Flowage Easement Road Fund during the 2014/2015 fiscal year, and

NOW, BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the Knox County Board of Supervisors adopted the 2014/2015 Knox County budget, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Knox County Board of Supervisors instructs Knox County Treasurer Cathy Stark to transfer $262,488.97 from the General Fund to the Flowage Easement Fund to be used as a partial loan repayment (third repayment) for the Bloomfield South Road project, with the transfer to be made during the 2014/2015 Fiscal Year.

            Dated this 11th day of September 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      Martin J. O’Connor /s/                  _               Vacant _______________         

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3              Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                          District #2 vacant

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _________            Norman Mackeprang /s/        _____               Danny R. Schlote /s/_____      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                         Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                                    Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                                    Jim Fuchtman /s/________________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                           Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-39 directing the Knox County Treasurer to transfer up to $21,795.37 from the 911 Wireless Service Fund and up to $20,000 from the 911 Emergency Fund to the Inheritance Fund to be used as a partial loan repayment for the purchase of 911 equipment and a logging recorder and related equipment and installation, with the transfers to be made during the 2014/2015 Fiscal Year.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 – 39

 

            WHEREAS, 911 Coordinator Connie Janecek requested from the Knox County Board of Supervisors in the 2012/2013 budget year to purchase upgraded 911 equipment and a logging recorder for the safety of the public of Knox County and the emergency assistance provided and Knox County Law Enforcement in the amount of approximately $194,922.89, and

WHEREAS, The Knox County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution #2012-25 on May 10, 2012 where the County of Knox would advance from the inheritance Fund $194,922,89 to purchase the 911 equipment and a logging recorder and related equipment and installation, as a loan to the 911 program, and

WHEREAS, the loan will be repaid, without interest over 5 years, from the 911 Wireless Service Fund and the 911 Emergency Fund, with no early pay-back penalty, and

WHEREAS, the first and second repayments were made by transfers of $42,608.05 in 2012/2013 and $37,943.06 in 2013/2014 from the 911 Wireless Service Fund to the Inheritance Fund  and transfers of $35,715.30 in 2012/2013 and $25,000.00 in 2013/2014 from the 911 Emergency Fund to the Inheritance Fund, and

WHEREAS, the third repayment from the 911 Wireless Service Fund and the 911 Emergency Fund to the Inheritance Fund was approved in the 2014-2015 budget, and

            NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Knox County Board of Supervisors that the 2014/2015 Knox County budget has now been adopted, and

            BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Knox County Board of Supervisors instructs Knox County Treasurer Cathy Stark to transfer up to $21,795.37 from the 911 Wireless Service Fund to the Inheritance Fund and up to $20,000.00 from the 911 Emergency Fund to the Inheritance Fund to be used as a partial loan repayment for the purchase of 911 equipment and a logging recorder and related equipment and installation, with the transfers to be made during the 2014/2015 Fiscal Year.

            Dated this 11th day of September 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      Martin J. O’Connor /s/                  _               Vacant _______________         

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3              Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                          District #2 vacant

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _________            Norman Mackeprang /s/        _____               Danny R. Schlote /s/_____      

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                         Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                                    Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                                    Jim Fuchtman /s/________________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                           Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to adopt Resolution #2014-40 directing the Knox County Treasurer to transfer $200,000 from the Inheritance Fund to the General Fund during the 2014/2015 Fiscal Year as tax relief.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 – 40

 

            WHEREAS, due to unfunded mandates, escalating fuel prices, increasing steel costs, and loss of revenues, a transfer of funds from the Inheritance Fund would create a tax relief to the taxpayers of Knox County for the fiscal year 2014-2015, and

            WHEREAS, transferring $200,000.00 from the Inheritance Fund to the Knox County General Fund would create that needed tax relief, and

            NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Knox County Board of Supervisors that the Knox County Treasurer is hereby directed to transfer $200,000.00 from the Knox County Inheritance Fund to the Knox County General Fund during the 2014/2015 fiscal year.

            Dated this 11th day of September 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                     Martin J. O’Connor /s/                      _             Vacant _______________         

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3             Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1               District #2 vacant

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _______              Norman Mackeprang /s/                     Danny R. Schlote /s/_____          

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                        Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                        Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                                    Jim Fuchtman /s/___________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                           Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

The Veterans Service Committee and Veterans Service Officer Boggs met with the Board on the recent application and interview process to fill the position of Veterans Service Officer after Officer Boggs retires at the end of the year.  Ten applications were received with seven applicants interviewed as the other three applicants did not attend their scheduled interviews.  The Veterans Service Committee submitted to the Board their selection of Gary Jones of Verdigre.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to accept the Veterans Service Committee selection of Gary Jones of Verdigre as the Veterans Service Officer as of January 1, 2015 and noting that Mr. Jones will be attending a workshop during the week of September 15 and that Mr. Jones will be training under current Veterans Service Officer Boggs during November and December 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Chairman Miller closed the open public hearing on the Final Plat of Green Acres Subdivision at 11:27 a.m.  No one was present in opposition.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve the Final Plat of Green Acres Subdivision located in Government 6, Section 17, T33N, R7W of the 6th P.M.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to place on file the August 2014 Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

County Attorney Thomas and the Board discussed Courthouse Campus security due to the recent shooting at the Jackson County Courthouse in Iowa.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to direct the committee of County Attorney Thomas, Emergency Manager Hintz and Sheriff Henery to draft a security plan for the Courthouse Campus.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to go into executive session at 11:34 a.m. for pending litigation.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held on pending litigation.  The Board came out of executive session at 11:53 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session as held solely on pending litigation.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the County Treasurer’s Report of Real Property that was advertised as having delinquent taxes in February 2014 and were not sold for want of bidders at the last annual tax sale or thereafter.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to direct the County Treasurer to proceed with the issuance of tax sale certificates to the County upon any real property with delinquent taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to cancel Check #01500375 in the amount of $6.50 payable to the Colfax County Sheriff.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the Clerk of the District Court’s August Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3,#4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to adopt Resolution #2014-41 where the Nebraska Public Service Commission is allocating $45,948.62 for the 2014-2015 Knox County 911 Wireless funding.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 41

 

            Resolved, that pursuant to the order of the Nebraska Public Service Commission Application 911-042-04, dated June 10, 2014, the Knox County 911 Wireless funding of a net of $45,948.62 for the 2014-2015 funding year shall be allocated:

 

                        25% maintenance and 911 telephone service costs and dispatcher wages

                        75% set aside for funding future 911 equipment and software upgrades and

                        purchases

 

            Further resolved that the 75% set aside shall not be utilized for any other purpose than funding future 911 equipment and software upgrades and purchases.

 

            Adopted and approve this 11th day of September, 2014.

 

COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                     Martin J. O’Connor /s/                      _             Vacant _______________         

Virgil H. Miller Chairman, Dist. #3             Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1               District #2 vacant

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/      _______              Norman Mackeprang /s/                     Danny R. Schlote /s/_____          

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                        Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5                        Danny R Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                                    Jim Fuchtman /s/___________

ATTEST: (Seal)                                           Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/______________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the Audit of Financial Statement for year ending June 20, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:00 p.m. for lunch.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 present.  Vacant was District #2. 

                        Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $360,626.41 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

There was no public comment on agenda items.

There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

Discussion was held on possibly naming a road or Annex #2 in honor of Supervisor Swanson who passed away on August 29, 2014.  The matter will be discussed at a future meeting.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $169,499.18.          

            #16348 - State of Nebraska, funding for 911 wireless, 4,177.15; #16349 - Midwest Bank, interest, 2,495.34;  #16350 - MJ Brummer, water meter pmt., 50.00; #16351- Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 20.00; #16352 – Knox Co. Treasurer, interest, 524.71; #16353 – Knox Co. Treasurer, interest, 214.73; #16354 – State of Nebraska, rent, 2,205.00; #16355 – Knox Co. Clerk,  August collections, 124.30; #16356 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; # 16357 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permit, 10.00; #16358 – Clerk of District Court, August collections, 928.21; #16359 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #16360 – Knox Co. Chiropractic, econ. dev. pmt., 70.67; #16361 – Niobrara Laundry Service, econ. dev. pmt., 200.00; #16362 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70; #16363 – Grand Central, econ. dev. pmt., 221.91; #16364 – TC Complete Auto Repair, econ. dev. pmt., 362.73; #16365 – Downtown Auto Service, econ. dev. pmt., 923.45; #16366 – Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 80.00; #16367 – Knox Co. Court, fines, overload fines & crt. costs, 5,187.00; #16368 – Knox Co. Treasurer, postage, 229.90; #16369 – Jesse Klug, work release, 75.00; #16370 – Knox Co. Sheriff, handgun permits & auto inspections, 825.00; #16371 – Knox Co. Clerk, interest, 11.03; #16372 – Encartele Inc, reimb. jail phone usage, 11.63; #16373 - Commercial State Bank, interest, 1764.38; #16374 - Tammy Henery, purchase bottled water, 25.00; #16375 – Great Plains Communications Inc., 911 surcharges, 11,493.55; #16376 - Register of Deeds, balance due for July, 210.00; #16377 – State of Nebraska, highway alloc., 130,960.65; #16378 – Dan Wamberg, plank, 609.00; #16379 – Register of Deeds, recording fees & doc. stamp tax, 4,518.90; #16380 – Knox Co. Clerk, marriage license, 15.00.

GENERAL FUND. Salaries, 126,597.30; A Special Place, pictures, 236.00; Amanda Boggs, travel exp., 105.28; Amy Johnson, travel exp., 138.32; Automated Systems Inc., sonic wall router, 954.00; Bloomfield Public School, fair premium, 82.82; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 111.40; Bonnie R. Cash, prior service, 9.00; Bruce Hagge dba Hagge Glass, repair window, 101.50; Carhart Lumber Co., plywood, 27.98; Carol Peters, prior service, 15.00; City of Creighton, general assistance, 155.88; Clerk of District Court, court costs, 368.00; CMart, gas, 84.02; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 9,556.60; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. Healthcare Solutions Group, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 21,101.15; Country Market, supplies, 5.28; Creighton News, notices, 167.50; Creighton Public School, fair premium, 58.36; Creighton 59 LLC, gas, 160.87; Crofton Community School, fair premium, 91.35; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, proceedings and notices, 284.09; Dollar General-Regions 410526, bulbs, 284.20; Donald J. Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; Eakes Office Plus, supplies, 366.15; Ecowater Systems, bottled water, 304.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, prisoner board, 3,496.50; Great Plains Communications, phone & internet, 1770.73; Health Plan Services, Inc., ins. Co. pays, 1,313.16; Holiday Inn- Kearney NE, hotel for assessor workshop, 479.70; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 34.20; Jacqueline F. Fritz, prior service, 24.00; Jacquelyn E. Meier, prior service, 21.00; James F. Janecek, prior service, 21.00; James Egley, mental health hearing, 50.00; Jason Wessendorf, install technology, 305.00; Jim Jansen, travel expense, 90.72; Jim Swanson, rental of telehandler, 300.00; JoAnn Eisenbeiss, prior service, 45.00; JoAnn P. Knori, prior service, 20.00, John Thomas, hooks and courtroom remodel, 90.33; Justice Data Solutions , Inc., maintenance, 2,100.00; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 104.00; Knox County Sheriff, mental health hearing, 66.90; K/V Electric LLC, disconnect chair lift & ballast, 152.48; K/V Electric, jail heater & install generator, 1,900.00; Leonard R. Boggs, mileage, 201.04; Name Redacted, medicare premium reimb., 104.90; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 72.56; Lois Colwell, prior service, 27.00; Mark Albin, mental health hearing, 443.50; Mary Ketelsen, travel expense, 148.40; Michael J. Pommer CPA, audit cost, 7,700.00; Microfilm Imaging Systems, scanner rent, 40.50; MIPS, computer program, 673.22; N&B Gas Co., propane, 1,231.65; NACO, registration, 220.00; Nebraska Unified District #1-Verdigre School, fair premium, 92.22; Niobrara Public School, fair premium, 92.22; Name Redacted,  medicare premium reimb., 271.79; North Central Public Power District, electricity, 3,619.10; Northeast Nebraska News Co., notices and board proceedings, 351.45; Pierce Co. Court, court costs, 2.75; Platte County Sheriff, serve summons, 19.00; Postmaster, annual permit fee, 220.00; Quill, supplies, 727.34; Region IV Behavioral Health System, quarterly contribution, 4,454.00; Region IV Inc., quarterly bill, 2,521.50; Retirement Plans Div. Of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 8,162.12; Roma Walton, prior service, 51.00; Ruth Vonderohe, mileage and expenses, 1,114.62; St. Ludger Elementary School, fair premium, 52.34; St. Rose of Lima Elem. School, fair premium, 46.26; Tammy Henery, lawn service contract, 761.00; Telebeep Wireless, pagers, 51.33; The Farner Co. Inc., utensils, 243.26; The Monitor, notices, 115.58; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 113.83; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 257.31; The Verdigre Eagle, notices, 111.64; Vic’s Service LLC, gas, 32.74; Village of Center, water, sewer and garbage, 770.00; Name Redacted, medicare premium reimb., 322.17; Virginia Buerman, prior service, 27.00; Wausa Public School, fair premium, 92.22; Western Office Technology, equip. repair, 40.00; Woodbury County Sheriff, paper service fees, 10.36.

 ROAD FUND. Backus Sand and Gravel, gravel, 3,566.67; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel and oil, 5,570.15; Bazile Creek Power Sports, repairs, 30.78; Big Red Mini Mart, gas, 61.31; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 272.85; CHS, gas, diesel & oil, 2,157.41; City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; City of Creighton, water, sewer, garbage, 112.99; Cornhusker International Trucks Inc., repairs, 1,722.96; Creighton 59 LLC, gas, 357.97; Dave’s Feed Service, oxygen/acetylene, 94.88; Don McElhose Trucking and Construction, clay rock & hauling, 4,942.50; Great Plains Communications, phone, 470.07; Grossenberg Implement, repairs, 70.59; Herbert Feed & Grain Co., diesel, 2,452.68; Hradec Diesel, Inc., repairs, 35.95; J&K Auto, gas, 53.50; Jack’s Quickshop, gas, 371.63; Name Redacted, insurance reimb., 357.46; Jebro Inc., road oil, 3,9335.16; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop supplies, 22.45; Kayton International Inc., skid loader lease & repairs, 2,543.07; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 116.00; Kimball Midwest, supplies, 177.82; Linn Post and Pipe, repairs, 47.40; Mark’s Repair, repairs, 39.04; Menford’s Trustworthy Hardware, shop supplies, 128.04; Mitteis Gravel, armor coat & hauling, 3.218.34; Moody Motor Co., tar removal, 84.00; N&B Gas, heating fuel, 2,115.13; NAPA Bloomfield, repairs and supplies, 21.89; North Central Public Power Dist., elec., 261.38; Pahl Construction LLC, equip. rental, 1,102.50; Peters Hardware, shop supplies, 130.39; Powerplan, repairs, 871.05; 59-Praxair Distribution Inc., oxygen/acetylene, 256.48; R&K Motor Parts, repairs and fuel filter, 417.22; Steffen’s Service Station, repairs, 15.00; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 353.33; Vakoc Excavating LLC, gravel & hauling, 55,294.00; Verdigre Farm Service, fuel & repairs, 4,579.68; Vic’s Service, gas, 528.28; Village of Niobrara, water & sewer, 35.19; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer and garbage, 66.45.

FLOWAGE EASEMENT FUND. JEO Consulting Group, engineering fees, 6,405.00.

             ROD PRESERVATION/MODERINIZATION FUND. MIPS, computer program, 128.32.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 30.38; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 2.32; Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District, RLF admin. fees, 345.00; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 2.05

            C&C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 3,675.00; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 281.14; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. Healthcare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 38.34; Health plan Services, ins. Co. pays, 31.56; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays,

1.83; Matt Cerny, cell phone and mileage, 299.71; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 248.06; Bloomfield Monitor, subscription, 26.00; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 63.23.           

INHERITANCE FUND.  Rodney W. Smith, public defender contract, 2,083.33.

911 WIRELESS SERVICE FUND. Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 397.80.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Centurylink, phone, 2.94; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 407.68; K/V Electric, hook up generator, 1,690.00.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                        209,384.69                                                                                                        Road Fund                                            134,479.14                                                                                                        Flowage Easement Fund                           6,405.00

                                                ROD Pres. & Modernization Fund                 128.32                                        

                                                Economic Development Fund                       379.75                              

C and C Development Fund                       5,267.76                                

                                                Inheritance Fund                                       2,083.33                                          

                                                911 Wireless Service Fund                           397.80                  

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                2,100.62

                                                                        Total                360,626.41         

              

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 1:03 p.m., September 11, 2014 until Thursday, September 25, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            September 11, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:44 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of September 11, 2014 at 9:44 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  District #2 vacant due to the passing of Supervisor Rayder Swanson. Vice-Chairman Schlote presiding.  Also present were Co. Assessor McManigal, Jim Borgmann and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Vice-Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the August 28, 2014 meeting were read.  Vice-Chairman Schlote approved the August 28, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            The Board reviewed a copy of the appeal that Rosemary Davis filed with TERC on her 2014 protest.  October 16 will be the TERC hearing in Lincoln on Ms. Davis’ 2013 appeal.

            With the passing of Chairman Swanson on August 29, 2014, a new Chairman needs to be assigned.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to name Vice-Chairman Danny Schlote as Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #6.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

Supr. Mackeprang nominated Supr. Sokol as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Equalization.  Chairman Schlote called for nominations three times from the floor.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Miller that all nominations cease, all rules be suspended and a unanimous vote be cast for Supr. Sokol as Vice-Chairman of the Knox County Board of Equalization.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #4.  Vacant District #2.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:00 a.m. on September 11, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                      KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_______________________________________              By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                Danny R. Schlote, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            September 25, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of September 25, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  District #2 vacant due to the passing of Supervisor Rayder Swanson. Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. O’Connor led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.         

Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Jim Borgmann, Kevin Mackeprang, Sheriff Henery, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Co. Attorney Thomas, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Co. Assessor McManigal, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Vickie McManigal and Tammy Henery.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Sympathy card from Architects Sarah and Glenn Mannes; 2. Missouri River Bank Stabilization Assn. letter.

The minutes of the September 5 and September 11, 2014 meetings were read.  Chairman Miller approved the September 5 and September 11, 2014 meetings’ minutes as read.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:49 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:05 a.m. with Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  District #2 vacant.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Certification to Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards for end of year reporting.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried;          2. Discussion was held on the Knox/Pierce County line bridge project.  The bid opening was held in Pierce County and the only bid submitted and accepted was from A & R Construction in the amount of $96,576.40.  The start date is slated for November 1, 2014; 3. Mark Lindeman with Nebraska Department of Roads was not able to meet with Hwy. Supt. Barta regarding the slides on the Rec Road however he gave recommendations to repair them; 4. Bridge crew update; 5. Oil crew update; 6. Discussion was held on filling the Crane Operator position as Gary Jones will be the new Veteran Service Officer.  Advertising will take place in February if none of the current bridge crew employees choose to take the Crane Operator position.  Discussion ensued on training and work schedules;

            At 10:21 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing for the vacation/abandonment of a portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) in Creighton Township.

            At 10:21 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing for the vacation/abandonment of portions of Roads #316, #567 and #12 in Western Township.

            At 10:21 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing for the reclassification from local classification to minimum maintenance on roads in Spade Township.

            7.  Discussion ensued on possibly adding a contingency to the vacation/abandonment of a portion of Road #95 in Creighton Township for the option to adjoining landowner Cal Hinzmann to obtain a permanent easement.

            At 10:27 a.m., Chairman Miller closed the public hearing for the reclassification of roads in Spade Township.  There was no one present in opposition.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to adopt Resolution #2014-42 for the reclassification of Spade Township roads from local classification to minimum maintenance.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-42

 

            WHEREAS, upon a public hearing held on September 25, 2014, there being no objections, it appears that it would be in the public interest to reclassify the following Spade Township Roads from local classification to “Minimum Maintenance” described as follows:

 

1)      1.0 mile of road running east-west thru Section 18 at the 1/2 mile line (885 Way)

2)      2.05 miles of road located in Sections 11 and 12 (887 Road)

3)      4.20 miles of road starting at the SE corner of Section 25, proceeding north and northwest to the northwest corner of Section 14 (532 Avenue)

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk give a copy of said Resolution to the Knox County Highway

Superintendent for reclassification of this road.

            Passed and approved this 25th day of September, 2014.

 

ATTEST:   (Seal)                                                                      COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                                 Virgil H. Miller /s/                                 

County Clerk                                                                            Board Chairman

 

            8.  The Ag Society asked that an addition be made to the interlocal agreement between Knox County and the Ag Society for the use of the roller.  The addition being that the County not use the roller before the Knox County Fair for the reason of the possibility it could break when the County is using it then and it would not be available to be used at the fairgrounds for the Fair; 9. Sheriff Henery asked the Board if the speed limit would be dropped for truck traffic north of Bloomfield for the winter months.  No decision was made.

            Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the August 12, 2014 Planning Commission meeting minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried; 2. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve Administrative Plat Application #P0063 for Joe and Kenneth Heidbrink on a 7.82 acre lot split in the SW1/4SE1/4 of Section 14, T33N, R2W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote. Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried; 3. Discussion was held on applications made through the County Rating System that would give participants a 10% discount on flood insurance; 4. Discussed dates to meet with Governor Heineman for the presentation of Livestock Friendly designation. 

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was given by Supr. Fuchtman regarding renaming the road leading into Lazy River Acres to “Rayder Swanson Road”.  More research will be made as to changing the name and those whose addresses would be impacted.
            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to cancel Check #01500478 in the amount of $101.50 payable to Bruce A. Hagge.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $43,238.15.          

#16381 – Norbert Guenther, cobra payment, 31.56; #16382 – Jana Osborne, cobra payment, 62.32; #16383 – Cedar County Treasurer, tax coll. - Crofton Fire Gen & Sink & Wausa Fire Gen, 26,823.77; #16384 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. pmt., 345.00; #16385 – econ. dev. pmt., 1,581.60; #16386 – Jesse Klug, work release, 75.00; #16387 – State of Nebraska, reimb. Emergency Manager budget, 7,699.36; #16388 – Knox County Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16389 – Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. pmt., 665.72; #16390 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. pmt., 443.81; #16391 – Knox County Attorney, check collection fees, 160.00; #16392 - White Tail River Lodge, econ. dev. pmt., 306.00; #16393 – Jesse Klug, work release, 75.00; #16394 – State of Nebraska, lodging tax, 4,812.03; #16395 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #16396 – Knox County Zoning, building permits and zoning fees, 120.00; #16397 – Quill, refund of duplicate pmt., 11.98.

At 11:00 a.m., the advertised bid opening was held for custodial services.  The County reserves the right to reject any and all bids and that the County further reserves the right to accept any bid that best serves the County.  Bids received were:  Vickie McManigal, Center NE, $3,884.48 per month; Tammy Henery, Center NE, $3,650 per month.  Discussion was held on the bids.  Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to accept the low bid of Tammy Henery, Center NE, for custodial services in the amount of $3,650 per month and further extending regrets to Vickie McManigal who has been the custodian for the past eight years.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing at 11:21 A.M. for vacation and abandonment of the following portion of Platted RD #95 (old State Highway) located in Creighton Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows: A .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the W1/2NE1/4 of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  Also present were Hwy. Supt. Barta, Kevin Mackeprang, Jim Borgmann and Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson. 

            It was then moved by Supervisor Sokol, seconded by Supervisor Fuchtman that the publisher’s affidavit of publishing notice herein, be filed with these minutes and as part of this record.  By roll call vote.  Ayes: Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

            It was moved by Supervisor Sokol, seconded by Supervisor Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-43 to vacate and abandon a portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) in Creighton Township, Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 43

 

WHEREAS, upon the public hearing duly held, after proper notice given, it appears that it would be in the public interest to require the vacation and abandonment of the following portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) located in Creighton Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows:

 

A .30-mile portion of Platted Road #95 (old State Highway) between Stations 59 and 60, located in the    W1/2NE1/4 of Section 4, T29N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska, AND

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that this resolution is contingent on the option to Cal and Denise Hinzmann to obtain a permanent easement from Warren and Steven Renter and Heath Lemke.

 

BE IT, FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the County Clerk mail a copy of this Resolution to each member of the Township Board of Creighton Township in Knox County, by certified mail, filing her receipts therefore as part of this record.

 

Passed and approved this 25th day of September 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                   COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                    OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                     By:  Virgil H. Miller /s/                                      

Knox County Clerk                                                                Chairman

 

            Chairman Miller closed the Public Hearing at 11:22 A.M. for vacation and abandonment of the following portions of Platted Roads #316, #567 and #12 located in Western Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows: 1. A portion of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20; 2. The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29; and 3. The portion of Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4 and thence north on the Section line of Sections 17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County,    Nebraska.  Also present were Hwy. Supt. Barta, Kevin Mackeprang, Jim Borgmann and Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson. 

            It was then moved by Supervisor Schlote, seconded by Supervisor Mackeprang that the publisher’s affidavit of publishing notice herein, be filed with these minutes and as part of this record.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

            It was moved by Supervisor Schlote, seconded by Supervisor Mackeprang to adopt Resolution #2014-44 to vacate and abandon portions of Platted Roads #316, #567 and #12 in Western Township, Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

RESOLUTION #2014 - 44

 

WHEREAS, upon the public hearing duly held, after proper notice given, it appears that it would be in the public interest to require the vacation and abandonment of the following portions of Platted Roads #316, #567 and #12 located in Western Township, Knox County, Nebraska described as follows:

1. A portion of Platted Road #316 located in the south central portion of Section 20;

2. The portion of Platted Road #567 between Station 0 and Station 3 in Sections 20 and 29; and

3. The portion of Platted Road #12 between Station 0 and Station 4 and thence north on the Section line of Sections

    17 and 20; all in T32N, R8W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska

 

BE IT, FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the County Clerk mail a copy of this Resolution to each member of the Township Board of Western Township in Knox County, by certified mail, filing her receipts therefore as part of this record.

 

Passed and approved this 25th day of September 2014.

 

ATTEST:          (Seal)                                                   COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                    OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                     By:  Virgil H. Miller /s/                                                  

Knox County Clerk                                                                Chairman

 

            County Clerk Fischer presented information on the different components of a Cafeteria 125 plan. 

                        Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $129,351.97 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

GENERAL FUND.  AS Central Services OCIO Interagency Billing #6507, AS400 & annual fee, 308.66; Black Hills Ammunition, ammo, 649.50; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, weed gas, 94.09; Bomgaars, supplies, 56.02; Cathy Stark, phone & mileage, 129.85; Christa Beckmann, expenses, 19.46; Creighton News, court costs, 36.30; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, advertising, 16.00; Dale P. Riesberg, meeting exp.,25.00; Dean Wilken meeting exp., 46.28; Donald Stoural, mileage, 40.32; ElDorado Inc., heat pump repair, 158.00; F&M State Bank, ACH file, 20.00; First National Bank Omaha, gas & supplies, 2,707.16; Fred Steffen, meeting exp., 67.56; Gary Jones, reg. reimb., 40.00; Guaranteed Roofing, roof repair, 368.60; Holiday Inn Kearney, hotel, 319.80; James Hames, mileage, 140.00; James Scott, mileage, 95.20; Jim Kotrous, meeting exp., 42.92; Jodi Kinman, meals & mileage, 308.74; Keith Nielsen, meeting exp., 40.12; Ken Foner, meeting exp., 38.44; Knox Co. Register of Deeds, recording, 10.00; Knox Co. Sherriff, summons, 619.78; Lancaster Co. Sheriff, summons, 19.18; LeRoy Buchholz, mileage, 64.40; LeRoy Clausen, mileage, 72.80; Madison County Sheriff, paper service fees, 28.03; Microfilm Imaging, equipment rental, 46.00; MIPS, computer, 1,406.64; NACo, dues, 450.00; NE Health & Human Services, inst. Bill, 93.00; Center Post Office, postage, 42.00; Quill Corporation, supplies, 412.65; Robert Ganz, meeting exp., 37.32; Schumacher Elevator Co., fire box & key, 202.25; Vickie McManigal, janitorial cont., 3,884.48; Western Office, supplies, 208.93; Xtra Productions, courtroom remodel, 1,200.00.

 ROAD FUND. Salaries, 45,237.90; B’s Enterprises Inc., supplies, 2,357.50; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 295.66; Bomgaars, supplies & gas, 466.57; Cedar Knox PPD, electricity, 56.84; CMart, gas, 183.53; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,423.90; County of Knox Employee Benefit Acct. C/O Healthcare Solutions Group, Inc., Ins. Co. pays, 9,646.24; David Huigens, meal, 7.25; Don Pahl, prior service, 25.00; Eugene Wolfe Jr., prior service, 12.00; First National Bank Omaha, postage, 5.32; Hagge Glass, repairs, 101.50; Harrison Enterprises, LLC Hank’s Front End Service, repairs and labor, 2,399.35; Health Plan Services Inc., Ins. Co. pays, 568.08; Herbert Feed and Grain Co., diesel, 4,242.14; Jebro Inc., road oil, 35,655.54; Kimball Midwest, shop supplies, 129.26; Larry Pilar, prior service, 21.00; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., Ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Nebraska Public Power District, electricity, 141.13; NMC Exchange LLC, labor and parts, 3,020.54; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 3,029.26; Source Gas Distribution LLC, heating fuel, 49.32; Sukup Service, tires and tire repair, 1,134.05; Thompson Propane Service, Inc., propane, 467.68; Village of Center, water/sewer, 23.00.

VISITOR IMPROVEMENT FUND.  Great Plains Communications, kiosk internet, 142.10.

              COUNTY INSURANCE FUND.   Name Redacted, ins. deduct. reimb., 250.00.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District, RLF admin fees, 639.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND. First National Bank Omaha, travel and conf. reg., 195.34; Matt Cerny, mileage, 174.85; Nebraska Public Power District, tourism website hosting, 100.00; Verdigre Eagle, subscription, 30.00.

911 WIRELESS FUND.  Centurylink, phone, 333.57.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Centurylink, phone, 179.61; First national Bank Omaha, NESCA meals, 10.16.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                          14,565.48                                                 

                                                Road Fund                                            112,731.86                                                   

                                                Visitors Improvement Fund                           142.10

                                                County Insurance Fund                                250.00                                       

                                                Economic Development Fund                       639.00                              

C & C Development Fund                             500.19                                

                                                911 Wireless Fund                                       333.57                  

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                  189.77                                          

                                                                                    Total                129,351.97       

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 11:47 a.m., September 25, 2014 until Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            September 25, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:49 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of September 25, 2014 at 9:49 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  District #2 vacant. Chairman Schlote presiding.    Also present were Co. Assessor McManigal, Jim Borgmann and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the September 11, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Schlote approved the September 11, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claims #7801 and #7802 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to make the proper adjustments on the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.           

            Discussion was held on 2013 and 2014 taxes assessed to Daryl Lightner on school land that he no longer leases.  Co. Assessor McManigal’s recommendation was that the County strike the 2013 taxes.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to strike the 2013 taxes assessed against Daryl Lightner on school land that he had leased in the past but has not leased since 2012.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

            Co. Assessor McManigal updated the Board on a recent meeting that Co. Attorney Thomas and she held with Rosemary Davis and Mike Nutting. 

            Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:05 a.m. on September 25, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            October 8, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of October 8, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  District #2 vacant. Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Schlote led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Jim Borgmann, Kevin Mackeprang, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Co. Attorney Thomas, Katie Fritz, Zoning Admin. Doerr, Co. Atty. Thomas and 911 Coordinator Janecek.

The minutes of the September 25, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the September 25, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:44 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:15 a.m. with Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7 present.  District #2 vacant.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta, Katie Fritz, County Clerk Fischer and Deputy Clerk Surface discussed with the Board the payroll period for the Road employees.  Currently the pay period for the road employees ends on the Saturday following the 15th of each month.  Since the benefit computer program is based on a payroll period from the first day to the last day of the month, the current payroll period for the Road employees creates problems as sick and vacation hours need to be recalculated each month.  Also with the benefit computer program, the current payroll vouchers of the Road employees do not reflect the actual balance of sick and vacation hours.  The group presented a workable solution for changing the Road employees’ payroll period to the first day of the month to the last day of the month with the transition taking place in January and February 2015.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to change the Road employees’ payroll period from the first day of each month to the last day of each month with the transition to take place in January and February 2015.  By roll call vote. Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

            Matt Fisher with Guaranteed Roofing in Norfolk updated the Board on the condition of the roof on the Courthouse.  The roof is a rubber membrane and with the age of it, it has shrunk and is causing problems with walls and leaking.  Bids will be obtained for replacing the roof.

            A telephone conference was held with Liz Christian and Jan Jackson with ASI Flex on Cafeteria 125 plans.  Discussion ensued on plan documents; the four components of Cafeteria 125; the cost to administer the plan by ASI Flex which would be $3.95 per participant per month with only one charge if an employee were to enroll in several components or a minimum of $50 per month, depending on the number of participants; liability to the County under a Health FSA; and reimbursements.  Insurance agent Jeff Hammer will be invited to attend the next meeting to discuss this matter.

            The advertised bid opening for the snow/ice removal at the Courthouse Square, storage area and garage was held at 11:00 a.m.  Knox County reserves the right to reject any and all bids and further reserves the right to accept any bid that best serves the County’s needs. The contract would run from October 2014 through April 2015.  Bids received were:  Aspen Warriner, Center NE - $725 per month; Tammy Henery, Center NE - $599 per month.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to accept the low bid submitted by Tammy Henery, Center, NE, for the snow/ice removal at the Courthouse Square, storage area and garage from October 2014 through April 2015 at $599 per month.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Discussed when to begin the bidding process for the District #1 maintainer; 2. Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to approve an added condition to the Knox County Ag Society agreement for use of the Bros. 13-wheel pull type roller where the Knox County Road Department will not use the roller for a one-month time period prior to the Knox County Fair date.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #4.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried; 3. The City of Crofton submitted an addendum to the interlocal agreement between the County of Knox and the City of Crofton regarding the mixing strip area where the City of Crofton has not found a suitable replacement mixing strip area so they are proposing adding an expiration date of August 31, 2020 unless it is renewed prior to that date.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to deny the Addendum to the Interlocal Agreement between Knox County and the City of Crofton that was presented listing an expiration date of August 31, 2020 unless it is renewed prior to that date.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried; 4.  Oil crew update; 5. Bridge crew update; 6. Update on the Rec Road slide; 7. Inspection of 147 bridges will be done in the next several months; 9. Update on bridge projects.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 12:04 p.m. for lunch.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:45 p.m. with Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 present.  District #2 vacant.

                        Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $356,521.47 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

            Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the September Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried; 2. Notification was received of the approved livestock friendly designation for the County.  The Board selected the site of the designation award to be given by Governor Heinemann to be held at the Courthouse on Monday, October 27, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.   Chairman Miller and a Planning Commission member will speak at that time in addition to the Governor and State representatives.  

            Discussion was held on dedication of the new addition to the Courthouse.  The dedication will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. and is open to the public.  Tours of the new addition and other construction will take place after the dedication along with refreshments for those in attendance.

            The Board discussed the possible name change of 518 Avenue from Highway 12 into the Lazy River Acres area.  The proposed name is “Rayder Swanson Road”.  A resolution will be presented at the next meeting and dedication of the name change could take place during the dedication of the new Courthouse addition at 3:00 p.m. on October 30.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Maximus Central Services Cost Allocation Plan.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the Clerk of the District Court September Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the County Sheriff’s Quarterly Report of Fees Collected between July 1 and September 30, 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to authorize Chairman Miller to sign a letter to FEMA informing them that Knox County Emergency Manager Kelsy Jelinek has been granted signature authority for the PDM project (2014-002) and that Knox County will be responsible for $5,699.68 of the total $16,913.00 for the update of the Knox/Antelope/Holt Counties (Tri-County) Hazard Mitigation Plan.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7. Nays none.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $70,632.36.

#16398 - State of Nebraska, funding for 911 wireless, 4,177.15; #16399 - Jesse Klug, work release, 45.00;    #16400 - Frontier, 911 surcharges, 6.00; #16401 - Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. pmt., 702.70; #16402 - Family Variety, econ. dev. pmt., 260.98; #16403 - Grand Central, econ. dev. pmt., 221.91; #16404 - Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 100.00; #16405 - Knox Co. Zoning, bldg. permits, 130.00; #16406 - Knox County Sheriff-BIA, BIA reimb. for housing inmates for July & Aug 2014, 12,604.38; #16407 - Northeast Nebr. Assoc. of Co. Officials, refund reg. fee, 10.00; #16408 - Estate of Ruth Banks, inh. tax, 4,412.06; #16409 - Commercial State Bank, interest, 277.26; #16410 - State of Nebraska, rent, 2,205.00; #16411 - State of Nebraska, motor vehicle prorate, 6,362.97; #16412 - Knox County Treasurer, interest, 594.70; #16413 - Knox County Treasurer, interest, 226.56; #16414 - Knox County Sheriff, September 2014 collections, 745.00; #16415 - Farmers & Merchants State Bank, interest, 7,533.62; #16416 - Knox County Clerk, September collections, 147.20; #16417 - Matthew R. Fischer, list of registered voters, 110.94; # 16418 - Commercial State Bank, interest, 252.05; #16419 – M. J. Brummer, water meter payment, 50.00; #16420 - Knox County Chiropractic, econ. dev. payment, 70.67; #16421 - Downtown Auto Service, econ. dev. pmt., 923.45; #16422 - Knox County Zoning, bldg. permits, 275.00; #16423 - Knox County Zoning, bldg. permits, 80.00; #16424 - John Thomas Trust, inh. tax-James W. Bertschinger Est., 955.26; #16425 - Knox County Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16426 - Knox County Treasurer, postage, 197.00; #16427 - Lyle Johnson, plank, 56.00; #16428 - Central Valley Ag, plank, 196.00; #16429 - Knox County Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16430 - Encartel Inc., reimb. jail phone usage, 39.23; #16431 - Estate of Darold Korth, inh. tax & interest, 20,265.81; #16432 - Knox County Zoning, bldg. permits, 130.00; #16433 - Knox County Zoning, plat application, 300.00; #16434 - Knox County Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16435 - Dixie Hanefeldt, list of registered voters, 25.29; #16436 – Rory Liska, cell phone upgrade reimb., 10.00; #16437 – Register of Deeds, recording fees & doc. stamp tax, 3,589.42; #16438 – Knox Co. Court, fines, overload fines, crt. costs & lab test fees, 1,980.00; #16439 – Clerk of District Court, filing fees, copies, crt. costs & passport fees, 318.75.

The consensus of the Board was to begin the October 30th meeting at 9:00 a.m.

GENERAL FUND. Salaries, 119,021.33; AS Central Finance #289, teletype, 448.00, Associated Psychologists & Counselors, mental health board, 121.78; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 160.02; Bob’s Candy Service Inc., mops, 17.10; Cathy Stark, mileage, 179.20; Century Link, long distance, 89.33; Knox County Clerk of District Court, court costs, 100.00; Clint Miller, board expense, 32.44; C-Mart, gas, 21.29; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 8975.86; Cornhusker State Industries, chairs, 2,121.00; County of Knox Employee Benefit Account HealthCare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 22306.93; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, notices, 1,295.88; Curt Mackeprang, board expense, 18.44; Donald Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; Eakes Office Solutions, copier agreement and supplies, 218.65; Ecowater Systems, bottled water, 216.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, prisoner board, 3,120.00; ES&S, election layout, 1,464.47; Folkers Bros. Garage, repair/parts, 564.61; Great Plains Communications, phone/internet, 1,562.36; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. Pays, 1,376.28; Heartland Heating & Air Conditioning, furnace repair and filters, 1,150.80; Independent Pest Management, pest service, 275.00; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 25.96; Janita Kube, board expense, 38.60; Jason Wessendorf, computer repair, 50.00; Jim Jansen, travel expense, 169.03; JoAnn Knori, prior service, 20.00; Name redacted, medicare reimbursement, 104.90; LeRoy Bucholz, board expense, 20.68; The Lincoln National Life ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 72.56; Liz Doerr, mileage and supplies, 261.67; Microfilm Imaging Systems Inc., scanning equipment rent, 86.50; MIPS, computer program, 673.22; Monica McManigal, expenses, 97.44; Monroe Systems for Business Inc., ink/paper, 41.59; Nebraska State Treasurer, airline tax refund, 1,336.79; Nebraska Weed Control Association, registration fees, 120.00; Name redacted, medicare reimbursement, 271.79; North Central PPD, electricity, 2,318.53; Northeast Nebraska News Co., notices, 908.42; Pitney Bowes, meter rental, 189.50; P.O.A.N., dues, 90.00; Quill Corporation, office supplies, 1,072.42; Ray’s Electric Inc., bulbs, 103.54; Repco Marketing Inc., PBT solution, 42.25; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 7,812.38; Rohrer Welding and Repair, remove chairlift, 250.00; Ruth Vonderohe, travel expense, 219.52; Steven Banks, LSTF registration, 40.00; Tammy Henery, lawn service contract, 761.00; Telebeep Wireless, pagers, 51.33; The Monitor, notices, 299.25; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 114.61; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 258.95; The Verdigre eagle, notices, 280.90; Verdigre farm Service, gas, 84.01; Victorian Inn, training, 520.00; Name Redacted, medicare reimbursement, 322.17; Wausa Gazette, tax exempt real estate listings, 53.59.

ROAD FUND. B’s Enterprises, Inc., signs and culverts, 3,950.00; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel/hauling, 35,849.02; Battle Creek Farmer’s Pride, diesel, 3,999.81; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 292.22; Carhart Lumber Company, bridge supplies, 74.50; CHS, gas, 75.05; City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; C-Mart, gas, 91.88; Country Market, shop supplies, 10.58; Don McElhose Trucking, gravel/hauling, 3,988.00; Freeman Oil Company Inc., diesel, 1,749.90; Gary Backus Gravel LLC, gravel, 1,843.11; Great Plains Communication, telephone, 468.34; Grossenburg Implement, filters and repairs, 1,420.14; Husker Steel, bridge steel, 11,984.00; J & K Auto, repairs and gas, 414.78; Jack’s Quickshop, gas, 255.52; Name Redacted, medicare reimbursement, 357.46; Jebro Inc., Road Oil, 70,415.30; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, shop supplies, 103.63; Jonny Dodge, repairs, 1,133.77; Kayton International Inc., repairs and decals, 901.53; Medical Enterprises Inc., drug/alcohol test, 98.00; Melvin Barger, gravel/hauling, 1,408.00; Menford’s Trustworthy Hardware, shop supplies, 16.88; Midwest Spray Team & Sales, equipment rental, 1,999.15; N&B Gas Company, propane, 130.00; NPPD, electricity, 31.53; North Central PPD, electricity, 232.90; Peitz GMC Service Inc., repairs, 117.24; People’s Grocery, shop supplies, 13.92; Peters Hardware, shop tool, 29.58; Praxair Distribution Inc., oxygen/acetylene, 182.62; PHP Company Pump Hook and Placement, equipment rental, 578.13; Ray’s Electric Inc., cell phone, 79.99; Rohrer Welding & Repair, repairs, 90.33; Rose Equipment, parts, 7,788.20; Signature Sewer Pumping, equipment rental, 1,120.00;State of Nebraska Motor Fuels Division, diesel tax, 942.00; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 358.20; Verdigre Farm Service LLC, diesel, tool and repairs, 7,416.41; Village of Verdigre, water, sewer and garbage, 66.45; West Hodson Lumber & Concrete, concrete, 1,286.10.

FLOWAGE EASEMENT FUND. JEO Consulting Group Inc., engineering fees, 76.00.

VISITORS IMPROVEMENT FUND. Great Plains Communications, kiosk internet, 304.20.

             ROD PRESERVATION/MODERINIZATION FUND. MIPS, computer program, 128.32.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 48.00; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3.68; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 3.24.

            C&C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 3675.00; Century Link, long distance, 5.26; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 281.14; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. Healthcare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 97.07; Health Plan Services, ins. Co. pays, 31.56; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 248.06; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 63.49.       

INHERITANCE FUND.  Rodney W. Smith, public defender contract, 2083.33.

911 WIRELESS FUND. Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 397.80; Three River Telco, phone, 143.92.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND. Centurylink, phone, 3.16; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 457.68; Kaeser & Blair Inc., hand-outs, 256.81; NESCA, training, 85.00; Three River Telco, phone, 77.49 .

 

TOTALS

 

                        General Fund                                                                184,064.87                                                  

                        Road Fund                                                                    163,381.67                                                   

                        Flowage Easement Fund                                                        76.00

                        Visitors Improvement Fund                                                    304.20

                        ROD Preservation & Modernization Fund                              128.32                                       

                        Economic Development Fund                                                 54.92                              

C and C Development Fund                                               5,006.30                                

                        Inheritance Fund                                                               2,083.33                                          

                        911 Wireless Fund                                                               541.72                  

                        911 Emergency Fund                                                           880.14                                          

                                                                        Total                            356,521.47

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 1:49 p.m., October 8, 2014 until Monday, October 27, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. for a special meeting when accepting the livestock friendly designation award and on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            October 8, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:44 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of October 8, 2014 at 9:44 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  District #2 vacant. Chairman Schlote presiding.  Also present were Co. Assessor McManigal, Jim Borgmann and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the September 25, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Schlote approved the September 25, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claims #7803, #7804 and #7805 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to make the proper adjustments on the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.           

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Miller to set the 2014 entity levies according to the submitted budgets adopted by the various boards of those entities.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  District #2 vacant.  Motion carried.

KNOX COUNTY – Valuation 1,629,918,843, General Fund Levy 0.194879; C & C Development Fund Levy 0.002480, Total Knox County Levy, 0.197359; KNOX COUNTY AG SOCIETY – Valuation 1,629,918,843, General Fund Levy 0.006400, Capital Improvement Fund Levy 0.001600, Total Knox County Ag Society Levy 0.008000. 

TOWNSHIPS – ADDISON:  Valuation 46,957,247, General Levy 0.063888; BOHEMIA: Valuation 25,123,913, General Levy 0.079605; CENTRAL:  Valuation 51,893,809, General Levy 0.067445; CLEVELAND: Valuation 82,620,341, General Levy 0.054466; COLUMBIA: Valuation 101,303,609, General Levy 0.040000; CREIGHTON: Valuation 62,378,698, General Levy 0.112218; DOLPHIN: Valuation 88,969,153, General Levy 0.250036; DOWLING: Valuation 81,831,048, General Levy 0.063546, Sinking Levy 0.007332, Total Dowling Twp. Levy 0.070878; EASTERN: Valuation 70,194,875, General Levy 0.116675, Library Valuation 84,246,395, Library Levy 0.010802, Total Eastern Twp. Levy 0.127477;  FRANKFORT: Valuation 24,462,357, General Levy 0.150000; HARRISON: Valuation 43,504,671, General Levy 0.055166; HERRICK: Valuation 38,744,474, General Levy 0.020052; HILL: Valuation 54,679,773, General Levy 0.043892; JEFFERSON: Valuation 28,660,422, General Levy 0.048579; LINCOLN: Valuation 91,515,559, General Levy 0.095968; LOGAN: Valuation 29,056,873, General Levy 0.042950; MILLER: Valuation 40,481,956, General Levy 0.065708; MORTON : Valuation 109,393,350, General Levy 0.082272, Sinking Levy 0.007313, Total Morton Twp. Levy 0.089585; NIOBRARA : Valuation 20,582,016, General Levy 0.028333; NORTH FRANKFORT: Valuation 55,909,783, General Levy 0.230000; PEORIA: Valuation 98,977,089, General Levy 0.085878, Sinking Levy 0.015155, Total Peoria Twp. Levy 0.101033; RAYMOND: Valuation 73,454,719, General Levy 0.000000; SPADE: Valuation 20,691,395, General Levy 0.031027; SPARTA: Valuation 24,759,928, General Levy 0.036733; UNION: Valuation 16,925,872, General Levy 0.037298; VALLEY: Valuation 26,597,310, General Levy 0.067876; VERDIGRE: Valuation 38,196,252, General Levy 0.028110; WALNUT GROVE: Valuation 52,224,813, General Levy 0.054204; WASHINGTON: Valuation 39,294,624, General Levy 0.092751; WESTERN: Valuation 20,748,636, General Levy 0.072810.

CITIES & VILLAGES – BLOOMFIELD: Valuation 31,272,706, General Levy 0.399998, Fire Levy 0.050000, Bond Levy 0.129661, Total Bloomfield Levy 0.579659; BLOOMFIELD AIRPORT AUTHORITY: Valuation 31,272,706, General Levy 0.039971; CREIGHTON: Valuation 34,522,255, General Levy 0.422481, Fire Levy 0.050000, Total Creighton Levy 0.472481; CREIGHTON AIRPORT AUTHORITY: Valuation 34,522,255, General Levy 0.027518, Bond Levy 0.017380, Total Creighton Airport Authority Levy 0.044898; CROFTON: Valuation 28,103,040, General Levy 0.458047; BAZILE MILLS: Valuation 989,748, General Levy 0.350000; CENTER: Valuation 1,471,802, General Levy 0.374161; NIOBRARA: Valuation 11,462,352, General Levy 0.480006; SANTEE: Valuation 296,873, General Levy 0.000000; VERDEL: Valuation 605,752, General Levy 0.446222; VERDIGRE: Valuation 13,205,119, General Levy 0.449996, Bond Levy 0.120408, Fire Levy 0.050000, Total Verdigre Levy 0.620404; WAUSA: Valuation 16,221,210, General Levy 0.499994; WINNETOON: Valuation 1,417,700, General Levy 0.400000.

            RURAL FIRE DISTRICTS - WAUSA DIST. 1 – Total Valuation 395.684.698, General Levy 0.050000; BLOOMFIELD DIST. 2 – Valuation 446,623,463, General Levy 0.020151, Sinking Levy 0.029849, Total Bloomfield Dist. 2 Levy 0.050000; NIOBRARA DIST. 3 – Valuation 150,288,283, General Levy 0.045010, Sinking Levy 0.004990, Bond

Levy 0.013441, Total Niobrara Dist. 3 Levy 0.063441; VERDIGRE DIST. 4 – Valuation 185,076,732, General Levy 0.039194, Sinking Levy 0.010806, Total Verdigre Dist. 4 Levy 0.050000; CROFTON DIST. 5 – Total Valuation 485,297,159, General Levy 0.027500, Sinking Levy 0.022500, Total Crofton Dist. 5 Levy 0.050000; CREIGHTON      DIST. 6 – Total Valuation 270,427,379, General Levy 0.018489, Sinking Levy 0.031511, Total Creighton Dist. 6 Levy 0.050000; ORCHARD  DIST #7: Knox Co. Valuation only, 28,155,635, Levy set in Antelope County.

            SCHOOLS – BLOOMFIELD: Total Valuation 480,693,050, General Levy 0.619612, Spec. Building Levy 0.044198, Qualified Capital Levy 0.013133, Total Bloomfield School Levy 0.676943; CREIGHTON: Total Valuation 418,060,976, General Levy 0.845655, Spec. Building Levy 0.042283, Qualified Capital Levy  0.008457, Total Creighton School Levy 0.896395; CROFTON: Total Valuation 470,294,408, General Levy 0.773832, Spec. Building Levy 0.016109, Total Crofton School Levy 0.789941; WAUSA: Total Valuation 323,411,771, General Levy 0.703328, Spec. Building Levy 0.062523, Qualified Capital Levy 0.016229, Total Wausa School Levy 0.782080; NIOBRARA: Valuation 134,869,590, General Levy 0.950193, Spec. Building Levy 0.022468, Bond Levy 0.013481, Total Niobrara School Levy 0.986142; SANTEE: Valuation 5,385,420, General Levy 1.050000; The following School Levies are set in other Counties:  NEBR. UNIFIED DIST. 1 – VERDIGRE SCHOOL: Total Valuation 213,638,705, Levy Set in Antelope County; LYNCH DIST. 36:  Knox County Valuation only, 16,539,107, Levy set in Boyd County; NEBR. UNIFIED DIST. 1 – ORCHARD SCHOOL:  Knox County Valuation only, 15,379,011, Levy set in Antelope County: PLAINVIEW DIST. P-5: Knox County Valuation only 11,756,253, Levy set in Pierce County: OSMOND DIST. 42:  Knox County Valuation only, 10,990,442, Levy set in Pierce County.

            SPECIAL TAXES - SID #1: Valuation 8,733,868, General Levy 0.400000; SID #2: Valuation 4,834,084, General Levy 0.400000; The following Special Tax Levies are set in other counties:  ESU #1:  Knox County Valuation only, 1,575,254,030, Levy set in Wayne County; ESU #8: Knox County Valuation only, 54,664,812, Levy set in Antelope County; NORTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Knox County Valuation only, 1,629,918,843, Levy set in Madison County;  LEWIS & CLARK NRD: Knox County Valuation only, 993,632,735, Levy set in Cedar County; LOWER ELKHORN NRD: Knox County Valuation only, 230,356,493, Levy set in Madison County; LOWER NIOBRARA NRD: Knox County Valuation only, 405,929,613, Levy set in Boyd County.

            Co. Assessor McManigal updated the Board on the upcoming TERC hearing.  Also discussed was the issue of non-filers of personal property schedules.

Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:15 a.m. on October 8, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By___________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            October 27, 2014

                                                                                                            3:00 p.m.

 

            A special meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Courtroom at the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of October 27, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6 and Jim Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune and Wausa Gazette newspapers, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The Board met as a quorum when Governor Dave Heinemann presented Knox County with the Livestock Friendly County designation award. 

            Congressman Adrian Smith was unable to attend so he sent a letter congratulating Knox County for actively supporting the livestock industry.

              A representative from Senator Deb Fischer’s office was present along with the Planning Commission, County Officials, news reporters and others from the public.

            Refreshments were served in the Conference Room.

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 3:45 p.m., October 27, 2014 until Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By _______________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            October 30, 2014

                                                                                                            9:00 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Boardroom at the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of October 30, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6 and Jim Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Fuchtman led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.        

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Kevin Mackeprang, Jim Borgmann, Emergency Mgr. Hintz, Co. Assessor McManigal, Tim Braitweit, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Co. Sheriff Henery, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Econ. Dev. Director Cerny, Co. Attorney Thomas, Katie Fritz and Jeff Hammer.

Correspondence reviewed was: 1. NACO annual audit report;

The minutes of the October 8, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the October 8, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

Emergency Manager Hintz discussed with the Board the Nebraska High Water Sign Initiative.  The Corps of Engineers is looking for locations throughout Nebraska to place signs and provide information on historic flooding via web content.  The Board directed Emergency Manager Hintz to nominate Knox County for the High Water Sign Initiative.

Chairman Miller introduced Supervisor Patrick Liska, District #2 and welcomed him to the Board.  Supr. Liska was chosen by the Selection Committee to fill the vacant District #2 position after the passing of Supervisor Rayder Swanson.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:14 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:38 a.m. with all members present.

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to adopt Resolution #2014-45 for Amendment and Addendum to NIRMA/NIRMA II Intergovernmental/Interlocal Agreements for recommitment for three years.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-45

FOR AMENDMENT AND ADDENDUM TO

NIRMA/NIRMA II INTERGOVERNMENTAL/INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS

 

WHEREAS, Knox County has previously entered into Intergovernmental/Interlocal Agreements with various other Nebraska Counties and other public agencies to form and participate in the Nebraska Intergovernmental Risk Management Association (NIRMA) and the Nebraska Intergovernmental Risk Management Association II (NIRMA II) as authorized by the Intergovernmental Risk Management Act (Neb.Rev.Stat. §44-4301 et seq.) and the Nebraska Interlocal Cooperation Act (Neb.Rev.Stat. §13-801 et seq.); and

WHEREAS, Counties and other Public Agencies as defined in Neb.Rev.Stat. §44-4303 are allowed to participate in said cooperative undertakings; and

WHEREAS, the Legislature has found that proper risk management requires the spreading of risk so as to minimize fluctuation in insurance needs and that benefits can be derived through the pooling of insurance purchasing by local government, and

WHEREAS, NIRMA and NIRMA II have provided coverages to the County in a cost effective way which meet and exceed that provided by standard insurance carriers; and

WHEREAS, NIRMA and NIRMA II provide risk management services such as loss prevention, safety, audits, claims and litigation management, and coverages tailored to address loss exposures counties and other related public entities face not economically available from other sources; and

WHEREAS, these coverages and risk management services are essential for the continued effective and efficient use of county taxpayer dollars; and

WHEREAS, the current Intergovernmental/Interlocal Agreements will expire on June 30, 2015, and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Knox County Board hereby:

1.       Extends its commitment to participate in NIRMA and NIRMA II for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018; and

2.      Declares that this Resolution shall serve as an amendment and addendum to the previous Intergovernmental/Interlocal Agreements entered into by the County Board, said Intergovernmental/Interlocal Agreements readopted by and incorporated herein by this reference as amended.

After motion duly made by member Supervisor O’Connor and seconded by member Supervisor Schlote, the following members voted by roll call vote in favor of passage and adoption of said Resolution: Ayes Districts #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  The following members voted against the same: none.  The following members were absent or not voting: none. 

            PASSED AND APPROVED this 30th day of October, 2014.

 

Attest:   (Seal)                                                                                      Knox County Board

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                                                                             By: Virgil H. Miller /s/                                   

County Clerk                                                                                              Chairperson/Presiding Officer

 

            The following meeting dates were changed due to scheduling conflicts:  Second meeting in November – Tuesday, November 25, 2014; first meeting in December – Tuesday, December 9, 2014; and last meeting in December – Tuesday, December 23, 2014.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-46 changing the name of that portion of 518 Avenue north of Highway 12 to “Rayder Swanson Road”.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 - 46

                   

            WHEREAS, the Knox County Board of Supervisors filed a claim against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in August, 2002 for reimbursement for damages to Knox County roads and bridges due to sedimentation problems in the Missouri River, and

            WHEREAS, in 2008, Knox County was awarded a judgment/settlement from the U.S. Corps of Engineers in the amount of $10,049,868.00, and

            WHEREAS, a portion of 518 Avenue running north of Highway 12 leading to the river area was paved in 2009 using the funds received from the claim, and

            WHEREAS, Rayder Swanson served as Knox County Supervisor for District 2 from January 4, 2001 until his passing on August 29, 2014, and WHEREAS, Supervisor Swanson was instrumental in the claims process and the paving project of a portion of 518 Avenue as the project was located in his District, and

            WHEREAS, the Knox County Board of Supervisors wishes to commemorate that portion of 518 Avenue in memory of Supervisor Swanson, and

            BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, the Knox County Board of Supervisors hereby renames that portion of 518 Avenue north of Highway 12 (approximately 1.6 miles) to “Rayder Swanson Road”.

            Dated this 30th day of October, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                              Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Patrick Liska /s/                       

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3                     Martin J. O'Connor, Dist. #1                  Patrick Liska, Dist. #2  

                                                           

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                                          Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny Schlote /s/        

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                                 Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:  (Seal)                                               Jim Fuchtman /s/                     

                                                                        Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer /s/                            

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $282,302.72. 

#16440 – Joann Fischer PR, inher. tax - Gertrude Schuett Est., 27,835.22; #16441 – State of Nebr., quarterly reimbursement of child support enforcement, 5,113.84; # 16442 – Knox Co. Zoning, building permit, 330.00; #16443 – Name Redacted, cobra pmt., 31.56; #16444 – Name Redacted, cobra pmt., 54.62; #16445 – Creighton Housing Authority, in lieu of tax, 7,065.49; #16446 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #16447 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. pmt., 790.80; #16448 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. pmt., 345.00; #16449 – Knox County Clerk, interest, 10.80; #16450 – State of Nebr., hwy. allocation, 173,591.87; #16451 – Cedar Co. Treasurer, tax coll. – Crofton Fire Gen. & Sink, & Wausa Fire Gen., 11,838.77; #16452 – Knox County Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16453 – Creighton Twp., loan payment, 8,620.52; #16454 – NIRMA, ins. dividend, 6,346.00; #16455 - Trustworthy Hardware, econ. dev. pmt., 665.72; #16456 – Sherman Street Apts., econ. dev. pmt., 443.81; #16457 – Village of Verdigre, CRS-2 for patch truck, 568.46; #16458 – SID #1, election expense, 134.79; #16459 – Santee Sioux Nation, dispatching services, 6,250.00; #16460 - Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16461 – Knox Co. Attorney, STOP funds, 80.00; #16462 – Pierce Co. Treasurer, tax coll.-Sch. 13 Gen., spec. bldg. & qual. capital, 2,902.75; #16463 – Frontier, 911 surcharges, 0.99; #16464 – Paula Veldhouse dba Lindy Country Club, liquor license, occ. tax & advertising, 339.75; #16465 - Kay Morrill, list of reg. voters, 25.35; #16466 - Commercial State Bank, interest, 277.26; #16467 – Knox County Zoning, building permit, 240.00; #16468 – Karen Riesberg, list of reg. voters, 57.18; #16469 – State of Nebr., lodging tax, 3,570.79; #16470 -  Sherri Custer-Ermels, inher. tax - Marlo Custer Est., 10,238.99; #16471 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #16472 – Estate of Fred Nolze, inher. tax, 23.23; #16473 – White Tail River Lodge, econ. dev. pmt., 306.00; #16474 – Grand Central, econ. dev. pmt., 221.91; #16475 – Co. of Knox-Visitors Impr. Fund, grant, 5,970.00; #16476 – Knox County Zoning, building permits, 130.00; #16477 – Knox Co. Zoning, building permit, 10.00; #16478 – Knox Co. Clerk, marr. lic., 15.00; #16479 – Country Jim’s LLC, liquor license, occ. tax & advertising, 336.29; #16480 - Midwest Bank, interest, 332.71; #16481 – F. & M. State Bank, interest, 599.96; #16482 – Brunswick State Bank, interest, 472.60; #16483 - Commercial State Bank, interest, 1,638.35; #16484 - Midwest Bank, interest, 4,184.10; #16485 – Kristy Hanefeldt, 3 bottles of water, 15.00.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. The Cleveland Township Board requested to vacate and abandon a one-mile portion of 539 Avenue (Platted Road #268 1/2) between Sections 11 and 12, however they are rescinding the request as an adjoining landowner does not want the road vacated/abandoned; 2, Bridge Crew update; 3. Oil crew update; 4. Discussed signs on the oil road north of Bloomfield near the Miller feedlot; 5. Waiting for center stripe painter to come and complete roads; 6.  There will be no County sale this year; 7. Tim Braitweit and his wife with B’s Enterprises are donating two road signs to place for the name change of “Rayder Swanson Road” and are donating one sign to Kim Swanson and her family.

Econ. Dev. Director Cerny updated the Board on the new Knox County tourism website.  A grant was obtained for the programming.

Sheriff Henery updated the Board on purchasing a patrol vehicle through the State bid process.

Insurance Agent Jeff Hammer, the Board and County Attorney Thomas discussed doubly insured employees (those already covered under their spouse’s policy at their spouse’s place of employment) or those who qualify for Medicare.  Also reviewed was the Cafeteria 125 plan, waivers for employees who are doubly insured are removed from the County’s health insurance policy and/or those who qualify for Medicare, the ramifications if healthy single employees wish to be removed from the policy and what stipend amount and insurance coverage would be required by those who would consider leaving the County’s group plan.  Mr. Hammer informed the Board that the renewal rate will be set soon for the health insurance and the rates only are good for a period of days.  In order to not miss the favorable rates, motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to authorize County Clerk Fischer to sign renewal documents with HealthCare Solutions Group when presented to lock in the 2015 premiums.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Further discussion ensued on setting the stipend amount to reimburse employees who are doubly insured and/or those who are eligible for Medicare.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to set the reimbursement stipend at $210 per month for those employees who would drop the County health insurance coverage because they are doubly insured and/ or those who are eligible for Medicare.  By roll call vote.  Aye District #5.  Nays Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7.  Motion failed.

A survey will be passed out to each employee asking how much of a stipend would be accepted if they were to drop the County health insurance coverage to be insured under their spouse’s plan or to be enrolled in Medicare.  It was noted that the reimbursement would have to be made through a Cafeteria 125 plan and the reimbursement would be taxable.

Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Discussed conditional use permit issued to Ken Breithaupt and whether Mr. Breithaupt is in compliance with all of the County and DEQ regulations; 2. Discussed Fulton plat.  The plat has not been submitted for approval as the Fultons have not produced the names that will appear on the plat and the DEQ has not given permission yet for the splitting of a lot in the river area.  The Fultons have already poured footings, floors and walls, however, the plat has not been completed and a building permit has not been issued.  County Attorney said that the Fultons bear the risk if they jumped ahead with the construction as the construction may not meet the setback requirements.  Also all decisions regarding construction are to be made in a regular public meeting; 3. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the September 9, 2014 Planning Commission meeting minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. 

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for lunch at 12:03 p.m.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:40 p.m. with all members present.

The Board made a quarterly visit to the Knox County Jail as per Nebraska Revised Statute 47-109.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Liska that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $264,176.34 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Sokol to place on file the notice of placement of the NW1/4 of Section 27, T32N, R5W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska into trust for the benefit of the Santee Sioux Nation.  By roll call vote. Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the notice of placement of the East 10 acres of the W1/4NE1/4 of Section 1, T32N, R4W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska into trust for the benefit of Wilfred J. Gustafson, Jr.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 1:12 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. for the ribbon cutting ceremony.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 2:00 p.m. at the south entrance of the new addition for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication of the new Courthouse addition.  Officials and the public were in attendance. 

            Tim Braitweit from B’s Enterprises presented the road signs for the newly named “Rayder Swanson Road”.  The signs were donated by Mr. and Mrs. Tim Braitweit of Norfolk.  One sign was given to Kim Swanson and her family.

            The public took tours of the new addition, the renovated Annex #2 and the Courtroom area.  Refreshments were enjoyed and a video of the construction of the addition and renovation work was presented in the Conference Room, the Boardroom and the Courtroom.  The pictures of the construction/renovation were taken by Assessor’s Office appraiser Cassie Stark and made into a video.  The video equipment was installed by County Attorney Thomas.

GENERAL FUND. AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; AS Central Services, AS400, 38.60; Avera Creighton Hospital, pris. med. treatment, 256.94; Bloomfield Tire and Oil LLC, gas, 255.17; Bomgaars, weed sup., 34.86; Carhart lumber Co., supp., 68.91; Center Garage, parts/service, 158.00; CenturyLink, long distance, 87.98; Cornhusker State Industries, signs, 200.00; Creighton News, notices, 337.40; Creighton 59 LLC, gas, 251.93; Dakota County Court, court costs, 4.50; Dean Wilken, mtg. exp., 46.84; Des Moines Stamp Mfg. Co., ink pads, 16.50; Dollar General, supp., 68.00; Eakes Office Solutions, shredder, 1,881.99; Election Systems & Software, programming, printing and coding, 13,472.93; F&M State Bank, ACH file, 20.00; First National Bank Omaha, gas and misc., 2,605.87; Greg Kuhlman, mtg. exp., 51.88; Hefner True Value, caulk, 7.68; Holiday Inn Kearney, lodging, 563.70; Jason Wessendorf, install printers, 80.00; Jim

Kotrous, mtg. exp., 42.92; Joann M. Fischer, reimburse supplies, 61.72; John Thomas, fax, 13.00; Ken Foner, mtg. exp.,  38.44; Knox County Sheriff, court costs, 461.38; Light & Siren, light bar, 286.68; Manatron Inc., rate table, 2,213.94; McCormick Tree Trimming, trim trees, 455.00; MIPS, antivirus program, 31.40; Moody Motor Co. Inc., vehicle repair, 494.26; NAPA Bloomfield, parts, 118.25; Nebr. Health and Human Services, inst. bill, 90.00; Northeast Nebraska Juvenile Services, holding juvenile, 481.25; Northeast Nebraska News Co., publ., 97.86; Office Depot, ink, 197.59; Office Systems Co., contract/maintenance, 585.03; Postmaster, postage, 1,599.00; Quill Corporation, supp., 1,106.17; Robert Ganz, mtg. exp., 37.32; Ronda York, mlge., 216.16; Safe and Secure, install camera, 540.00; Secretary of State, forms, 50.00; Tammy Henery, custodial contract, 3,650.00; The Monitor, publ., 14.75; Tri-State Turf & Irrigation, sprinklers, 1,382.91; Village of Center, water, sewer and garbage, 626.00; Younes Hospitality, lodging, 242.85.

ROAD FUND. Salaries, 57,041.18; B’s Enterprises Inc., supp., 606.00; Backus Sand and Gravel, gravel/hauling, 13,494.12; Big John Mfg. Co. Inc., sprayer, 7,935.00; Bloomfield Tire and Oil LLC, gas, 359.21; Bomgaars, gas & shop supp., 308.87; Cedar Knox PPD, elect., 57.59; CMart LLC, gas, 81.62; Coll. of Int. Rev., Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 4,326.75; Comfort Inn, lodging, 187.90; County of Knox Employee Benefit Account Healthcare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 9,646.24; Creighton 59 LLC, gas, 232.46; Don McElhose Trucking & Construction, clay rock/hauling, 14,622.50; Don Pahl, prior service, 25.00; First National Bank Omaha, misc., 125.98; Gary Backhaus Gravel LLC, gravel/hauling, 2,183.22; Guenther Repair, repairs, 70.00; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. pays, 568.08; Herbert Feed and Grain, diesel, 3,556.80; Jebro Inc., road oil, 53,018.19; Kimball Midwest, shop supplies, 264.01; Larry Pilar, prior service, 21.00; Light and Siren, light, 286.67; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Mainelli Wagner & Assoc., engineer services, 570.00; Melvin Barger dba Barger  Farms, gravel/hauling, 715.00; Mitteis Gravel, gravel/hauling, 12,109.32; NAPA Bloomfield, parts, repairs, shop supplies, 374.38; Nebraska PPD, elect., 123.87; Praxair Dist. Inc., shop supplies, 72.70; Quill Corporation, office supplies, 74.59; R&K Motor Parts, filters and repairs, 111.29; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 3,825.98; Sinclair Sand & Gravel, gravel/hauling, 12,035.00; SourceGas Distribution LLC, heating fuel, 50.58; Steffens Service Station, gas, 105.00; Straight-Line Striping Inc., paint, 14,772.25; Vic’s Service LLC, gas, 90.00; Viking Lumber, shop supplies, 385.83; Village of Center, water and sewer, 23.00; Village of Niobrara, water and sewer, 34.94; Village of Wausa, water, sewer and garbage, 140.85; Weldon Parts Inc., repairs, 216.60; West Hodson Lumber, shop supplies, 52.38; William Frank Jr., equipment rental, 75.00.

LINDY NORTH BIA PROJECT FUND.  Mainelli Wagner & Associates, engineer services, 610.11.

CHILD SUPPORT FUND. John Thomas, reimburse for jury lockers & clocks, 2160.45; Quill, printer, 349.99.

COUNTY INSURANCE FUND. Name redacted, reimburse deductible, 250.00.

             VET’S AID FUND. Leonard Boggs, Veterans Service Officer, emergency relief funds, 2,000.00.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District, admin fees, 105.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND. A Special Place, sympathy basket, 79.88; CenturyLink, long distance, 5.18; Creative Revolution, website design, 3,350.00; First National Bank Omaha, travel, training and office supplies, 308.34; Jason Wessendorf, computer repair, 75.00; Matt Cerny, mileage, 152.32; Social B, Knox Co. connection, 400.00.

INHERITANCE FUND.  Psychological Associates of Yankton LLC, court appt. psychologist, 2,500.00.

911 WIRELESS FUND. CenturyLink, phone, 333.62.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND. CenturyLink, phone, 179.64; Ramada Inn, lodging/NESCA, 216.00.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                          36,091.56                                                 

                                                Road Fund                                            215,009.25                                                   

                                                Lindy North BIA Project Fund                       610.11

                                                Child Support Fund                                      2,510.44

                                                County Insurance Fund                                 250.00                                       

                                                Vet’s Aid Fund                                          2,000.00

Economic Development Fund                       105.00                              

C & C Development Fund                          4,370.72                                

                                                Inheritance Fund                                       2,500.00                                          

                                                911 Wireless Fund                                       333.62                  

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                   395.64                                          

                                                                                    Total                $264,176.34     

                

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 2:35 p.m., October 30, 2014 until Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By______________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            October 30, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:14 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at in the Boardroom at the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of October 30, 2014 at 9:14 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Liska Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Schlote presiding.  Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal, Jim Borgmann and Kevin Mackeprang.

            Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the October 8, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Schlote approved the October 8, 2014 minutes as read.

            At 9:15 a.m., Chairman Schlote opened the advertised public hearing on Form 457 Application for Exemption from Motor Vehicle Taxes by Sacred Heart Health Services dba Avera Creighton Hospital.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Miller that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claims #7806 and #7807 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to make the proper adjustments on the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. 

Motion by Supr. Miller, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to accept and place on file a Notice of Rejection of Homestead Exemption – Form 458R.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried.

            Co. Assessor McManigal updated the Board on the Davis TERC hearing that was canceled due to Mrs. Davis accepting the adjusted valuation that was noted during equalization.

            Chairman Schlote closed the open public hearing at 9:31 a.m.  No one was present in opposition.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to approve Form 457 Application for Exemption from Motor Vehicle Taxes by Sacred Heart Health Services dba Avera Creighton Hospital on a 2014 Senator II bus.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 9:38 a.m. on October 30, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By_______________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            November 13, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Supervisors’ Boardroom at the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of November 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6 and James Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Mackeprang led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.     

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Jim Borgmann, Kevin Mackeprang, Hwy. Supt. Barta, Wausa Gazette Reporter Deanna Anderson, Sheriff Henery, Katie Fritz, Co. Attorney Thomas, Dan Barnes, Deputy Assessor Beckmann and Zoning Admin. Doerr.

The minutes of the October 27, 2014 and October 30, 2014 meetings were read.  Chairman Miller approved the October 27, 2014 and October 30, 2014 meetings minutes as read.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess for Board of Equalization at 9:44 a.m. 

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:49 a.m. with all members present.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $272,913.63. 

#16486 – SID #2, Cedar Knox Rural Water for road maintenance, 2,000.00; #16487 – Kristy Hanefeldt, 3 bottles of water, 15.00; #16488 – State of Nebraska, 911 wireless service, 4,177.15; #16489 – Elaine’s Tavern, econ. dev. payment, 237.24; #16490 – Niobrara Laundry Service, econ. dev. payment, 200.00; #16491 – Green Valley Veterinary, econ. dev. payment, 702.70; #16492 – M J Brummer, SID spec. assessment, 50.00; #16493 – Commercial State Bank, interest, 277.26; #16494 – Brunswick State Bank, interest, 1,512.32; #16495 – Knox County Sheriff, finger print fees, 5.00; #16496 – Knox County Zoning, building permit, 10.00; #16497 – State of Nebraska, HHS rent, 2,205.00; #16498 – State of Nebraska, Mutual Finance Organization funds, 37,929.45; #16499 – Knox County Sheriff-BIA, housing inmates, Sept. 2014, 2,010.00; #16500 – Knox County Treasurer, interest, 500.44; #16501 – Knox County Treasurer, interest, 265.26; #16502 – Davie Vesely, inh. tax-Leona Vesely Est., 13,108.61; #16503 – Knox County Zoning, bldg. permits, 22.00; #16504 – SID #1, Cedar Knox Rural Water refund, 1,104.62; #16505 – Knox County Clerk, plats, filing & recordings, misc. fees, c.c. marriage licenses & copies, 159.78; #16506 – National Pharmaceutical Services, mfr. formulary rebate, 20.75; #16507 – Knox County Sheriff, finger printing fee, 30.00; #16508 – Holt County Sheriff, reimbursement for training, 50.00; #16509 – Knox County Court, fines & court costs, 3,295.00; #16510 – Knox County Sheriff, auto inspections & handgun permits, 675.00; #16511 – Knox County Treasurer, postage, 175.00; #16512 – Great Plains Communications Inc., 911 surcharges, 11,214.31; #16513 – Uptown Beauty, econ. dev. payment, 345.00; #16514 – Downtown Auto Service, econ. dev. payment, 923.45; #16515 – Knox County chiropractic, econ. dev. payment, 70.67; #16516 – Misty’s Soakers, econ. dev. payment, 280.00; #16517 – Encartel Inc., reimburse for jail phone use, 85.50; #16518 – Knox County Zoning, building permit, 20.00; #16519 – Estate of Richard D Merchen, inh. tax, 45,447.35; #16520 – Register of Deeds, recording & doc. st. tax, 4,561.39; #16521 – Clerk of District Court, filing fees, copies & passport fees, 116.50; #16522 – State of Nebraska, highway allocation & Build Nebraska Act, 136,112.41; #16523 – Knox County Treasurer, check collection fee, 25.00; #16524 – Terry Stoural, list of registered voters, 7.50; #16525 – Knox County Zoning, building permits, 640.00; #16526 – Knox County Clerk, marriage license, 15.00; #16527 – Brunswick State Bank, interest, 378.08; #16528 – Cedar County Treasurer, tax coll.-Wausa Fire Gen & Crofton Fire Gen & Sink, 1,640.89; #16529 – Three River, 911 surcharges, 293.00.

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept and place on file the County Treasurer’s Report of 41 Distress Warrants totaling $9,336.87 with includes interest and fees delivered to the Knox County Sheriff for collection.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the Clerk of the District Court October Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to authorize Chairman Miller to sign a three-year contract for FY 2014 through FY 2016 with Maximus for the Knox County Indirect Cost Allocation.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Bridge inspections are completed; 2. Bridge crew update; 3. Center line striping of County oiled roads is completed; 4. Oil crew update; 5. Update on the County line box culvert project between Pierce and Knox Counties.  The project is near completion; 6. Will check with Prouty Construction to crush the concrete pile at the Creighton County Yard; 7.  Discussed constructing an open front shed to park equipment in.  The County crews could do the work and this would be a good experience for the new crane operator.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote that all claims audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $277,237.02 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

 

Sheriff Henery met with the Board on the following: 1. Update on Emergency Protective Custody issues.   An intoxicated prisoner was transferred to the Madison County Jail as they have full-time medical staff on duty; 2. Discussed “drunk tank” issues and adding a suspended ceiling in that area; 3.  A new refrigerator and washer were added to the jail area. 

Discussion ensued on the Cafeteria 125 plan and the recent survey conducted to see how many employees who are eligible for the County health insurance would have the opportunity to have health insurance through their spouse’s employer or through Medicare if they are over 65 plus what would be the least amount of money Knox County could pay those employees per month to go off the County’s health insurance and onto the other coverage noting that the stipend would be taxable as wages.   An affidavit and supporting documentation stating that the replacement coverage is comparable to the County’s coverage would have to be given to the County Clerk if an employee did take coverage elsewhere and the documents would have to be reviewed by Insurance Agent Jeff Hammer before the stipend would be approved.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to adopt Resolution #2014-47 approving a $300 per month stipend to those covered employees who opt out of the County Health Insurance benefit to obtain insurance under a spouse’s insurance plan, through Medicare, or those purchasing an individual plan noting that the employee would have to file an affidavit and supporting documentation of their enrollment in their new health insurance plan with the condition that the new insurance is comparable to the current County’s health insurance plan.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #5 and #7.  Nays Districts #3, #4 and #6.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014 – 47

 

KNOX COUNTY OPT OUT OPTIONS FOR HEALTH INSURANCE

 

Whereas:

 

It is a violation of Medicare Secondary Payer Rules to offer an active employee any inducement to drop the County health insurance to go on Medicare, except if the inducement, that is, the cash in lieu of premium, is paid through a cafeteria plan and is the same amount offered to non-medicare active employees who would drop the County health insurance because the employee has full coverage from another provider.

 

Knox County currently has 55 employees with health insurance at this time.  The health insurance company’s minimum requirement is 25 participants.  However the stop loss carrier can increase rates if the group falls below 50 participants.

 

Generally, Knox County does not want to encourage employees to leave the Knox County health insurance plan, so ASI and other experts recommend a low cash reimbursement, such as $75 or $100 per month.

 

Knox County should require employees dropping the County health insurance to annually by December 31st provide an affidavit that the employee has other full coverage, comparable to the Knox County health insurance, either through a spouse’s coverage, an individually purchased policy or through participation in Medicare, Medicare supplemental coverage, and Medicare drug coverage.

 

An employee dropping the Knox County health insurance and purchasing an individual policy shall be advised that he or she may not be eligible for income tax credits under the Affordable Care Act.

 

Also, an employee dropping the County health insurance and not purchasing an individual policy and not covered by someone else’s insurance, should be advised that he or she may be subject to income tax penalties under the Affordable Care Act. 

 

Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Knox:

 

A.      Knox County has a cafeteria plan now, administered by AFLAC, which is a POP (premium only plan).  This plan shall be hereby amended to provide for cash payments in the amount of $300 per month to eligible employees opting out of the Knox County health insurance.  AFLAC will continue to administer the POP plan.

 

B.      The $300 will be added to the employee’s monthly wages.  Knox County will pay the 7% FICA tax on the amount.  The employee will pay 7% FICA tax, plus income taxes, on the amount.  The money will be included in the wages reported to the IRS on the W-2.  The money will not go through AFLAC.

 

C.      To be an eligible employee for opt out purposes, that employee must annually by December 31st provide an affidavit, with documentation such as a declarations page for his or her other full coverage, to the County Clerk that the employee has other full coverage, comparable to the Knox County health insurance, either through a spouse’s coverage, an individually purchased policy or through participation in Medicare, Medicare supplemental coverage, and Medicare drug coverage.

 

D.      An employee dropping the Knox County health insurance and purchasing an individual policy shall be advised by the County Clerk that he or she may not be eligible for income tax credits under the Affordable Care Act.

 

E.     Also, an employee dropping the County health insurance and not purchasing an individual policy and not covered by someone else’s insurance, should be advised by the County Clerk that he or she may be subject to income tax penalties under the Affordable Care Act.

 

F.     This resolution shall be effective January 1, 2015, with initial affidavits to be provided by December 31, 2014, and the first monthly payment of $300 to be added to January 2015 checks.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/ - Nay                         Martin J. O’Connor /s/ - Aye                              Patrick J. Liska /s/ - Aye           ____         

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3         Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Patrick J. Liska, Dist. #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/ - Nay                     Norman Mackeprang /s/ - Aye                           Danny R. Schlote /s/ - Nay__         

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                     Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

ATTEST:   (Seal)                                  Jim Fuchtman /s/ - Aye            

                                                            Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

Joann M. Fischer /s/                 ____

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

County Attorney Thomas updated the Board on pending litigation and on the current murder case. 

Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Liska to go into executive session at 11:33 a.m. for pending litigation.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held on pending litigation.  The Board came out of executive session at 11:49 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on pending litigation;  2. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to place on file the October 2014 Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 3. Reappointments to the Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustments.  Mike Kumm who is a member of the Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustments would like to step down from the Board of Adjustments but remain on the Planning Commission.  Planning Commission member Rob Ganz has agreed to serve on the Board of Adjustments as well.  Several other members have agreed to reappointment and the reappointments will be discussed at the next meeting.

There was no public comment on agenda items.

Public comment on non-agenda items was given by Supr. Fuchtman who said that he has received favorable comments on the changing of a portion of 518 Avenue to “Rayder Swanson Road”.  Also Supr. Fuchtman asks the former District #7 Supervisor Max Tyler be remembered as he passed 14 years ago on this date.

            Public comment on non-agenda items was given by Supr. Sokol who congratulated those present on their recent election or reelection. 

GENERAL FUND. Salaries, 124860.95; Arvid Monson, training, 227.74; Automated Police Systems Inc., program hosting, 500.00; Black Hills Ammunition, ammo, 1,218.00; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 263.24; Bob’s Candy Service Inc., gloves, 18.00; Cassie Stark, signs, 305.31; Champlin Tire Recycling Inc., grant tire collection, 4,815.90; Knox County Clerk of District Court, court costs, 64.00; C-Mart Creighton, gas, 65.33; C-Mart Osmond, gas, 67.94; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 9,423.33; County of Knox Employee Benefit Account HealthCare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 22,306.93; Creighton News, notices, 1,539.66; Creighton 59 LLC, van gas, 214.13;  Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, notices, 1,423.44; Donald Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; Eakes Office Solutions, office supplies, 174.06; Ecowater Systems, bottled water, 378.00; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, prisoner board, 3,003.00; ElDorado Inc., bal. due on repairs, 105.00; F&M State Bank, ACH file, 20.00; Great Plains Communications, phone/internet, 1,330.87; Hall County Sheriff’s Office, serve subpoena, 46.03; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. Pays, 1,376.28; Howard Johnson Inn & Conv. Center , lodging, 209.97; J&K Auto, van gas, 66.51; Jack’s Qwickshop, gas, 13.32; Jim Jansen, travel expense, 48.72; JoAnn Knori, prior service, 20.00; John Thomas, tax foreclosures, 50.00; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 104.00;Knox County Court, court costs, 48.75; Name redacted, medicare reimbursement, 104.90; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 72.56; Liz Doerr, mileage and supplies, 201.04; Madison County Sheriff, jail costs, 100.00; Mary Ketelsen, travel, 39.16; Microfilm Imaging Systems Inc., scanning equipment rent, 40.50; MIPS, computer program, 2,079.86; NAPA Bloomfield, parts, 129.16; Nebraska County Court Association, dues, 25.00; Name redacted, Medicare reimbursement, 271.79; North Central PPD, electricity, 2,005.59; Northeast Nebraska News Co., notices, 1,083.61; Quill Corporation, office supplies, 802.88; R&K Motor Parts, parts, 12.99; Ray’s Electric Inc., repairs/washer, 672.70; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 8,233.29; Ruth Vonderohe, travel expense, 205.52; Steven Banks, workshop registration, 10.00; Tammy Henery, lawn service contract, 761.00; Telebeep Wireless, pagers, 51.33; The Farner Co. Inc., utensils, 79.98; The Monitor, notices, 871.50; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 114.16; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 264.82; The Verdigre Eagle, notices, 1,027.75; Verdigre Farm Service, van gas, 93.23; Village of Center, water, sewer, garbage, 1,410.00; Name Redacted, Medicare reimbursement, 322.17; West Hodson Lumber & Concrete, downspouts, 36.38; Western Office Technologies, office supplies, 13.14.

ROAD FUND.  Avera Medical Group, drug/alcohol test, 75.00; B’s Enterprises Inc., blades, 1,600.00; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel/hauling, 5,928.38; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel, 1,475.90; Big Red Mini Mart, gas, 75.14; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 396.04; Carhart Lumber Co., shop supplies, 6.45; City of Bloomfield, water, 19.50; City of Creighton, water, sewer, garbage, 116.57; Cornhusker International Trucks Inc., repairs, 690.36; Creighton 59 LLC, gas, 182.07; Don McElhose Trucking & Construction, gravel/hauling, 3,642.50; Frank’s Food Mart, shop supplies, 5.48; Great Plains Communication, phone, 464.99; Grossenberg Implement Inc., repairs/supplies, 661.25; Hefner True Value Inc., shop supplies, 12.35; Hradec Diesel Inc., repairs, 11.78; J&K Auto, gas/ repairs, 169.02; Jack’s Qwikshop, gas, 207.34; Name Redacted, Medicare ins. reimb., 357.46; Jebro Inc., road oil, 3,016.84; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, supplies/repairs, 100.46; Kayton International Inc., equip. rental/ repairs, 2,718.04; Ken Vakoc, clay, 490.00; Kevin R. Barta, meal, 12.43; Key Sanitation LLC, garbage, 116.00; Mitteis Gravel, gravel/hauling, 5,546.45; Moody Motor Co. Inc., oil, 59.88; N&B Gas Co., propane fills, 195.00; NAPA Bloomfield, parts, 1,285.40; NPPD, electricity, 31.51; North Central PPD, electricity, 257.29; Peitz GMC Service Inc., repairs, 161.29; Peters Hardware, shop supplies, 488.66; PowerPlan, repairs, 29,498.21; Pro Crane Service LLC, equip. rental, 1,331.25; R&K Motor Parts, repairs, 91.02; Smith Sharpening Service, repairs, 9.00; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 355.41; Verdigre Farm Service LLC, gas/diesel, repairs, 6,409.70; Vic’s Service LLC, gas/diesel, 423.97; Viking Lumber, shop supplies, 13.10; Village of Center, water/sewer, 26.00; Village of Niobrara, water/sewer, 34.75; Village of Verdigre, water/sewer/garbage, 74.65.

CHILD SUPPORT FUND. John Thomas, tablet, 316.49; Microfilm Imaging Systems Inc., scanner rent, 46.00.

ROD PRESERVATION & MODERINIZATION FUND.  MIPS, computer program, 128.32.

               ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 48.00; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3.68; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 3.24.

               C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 3,675.00; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 281.14; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. Healthcare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 48.30; Health plan Services, Ins. Co. pays, 31.56; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 248.06; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 63.34.        

INHERITANCE FUND.  Jorgensen Law Office, court app. Atty., 1,690.35; Rodney W. Smith, public defender contract, 2,083.33; Stratton, DeLay, Doele, Carlson & Buettner, P.C. LLC, court appt. atty., 2,369.80..

911 WIRELESS FUND. Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 561.60; Three River Telco, phone, 143.92.

               911 EMERGENCY FUND.  Centurylink, phone, 3.37; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 496.00; Three River Telco, phone, 77.49.

 

TOTALS

                                    General Fund                                                                195,469.42                                          

                                    Road Fund                                                                      68,843.89                                           

                                    Child Support Fund                                                              362.49

                                    ROD Preservation & Modernization Fund                              128.32                                       

                                    Economic Development Fund                                                   54.92                                   

C & C Development Fund                                                    4,952.12                                     

                                    Inheritance Fund                                                                 6,143.48                                               

                                    911 Wireless Fund                                                                 705.52                       

                                    911 Emergency Fund                                                             576.86                                   

                                                                                     Total                            277,237.02                                             

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 12:00 p.m., November 13, 2014 until Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

 

 

 

 

 

I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            November 13, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:44 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held in the Supervisors’ Boardroom at the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of November 13, 2014 at 9:44 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6 and James Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Schlote presiding.

Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The following people were present at various times during the meeting: Deputy Assessor Beckmann, Kevin Mackeprang and Jim Borgmann.    

The minutes of the October 30, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Schlote approved the October 30, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.     

            Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 9:49 a.m. on November 13, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_________________________________________                      By______________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                           Danny R. Schlote, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            November 25, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of November 25, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Patrick J. Liska, Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, and James Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1 and Danny R. Schlote District #6. Chairman Miller presiding.

Chairman Miller led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.         

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the November 13, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the November 13, 2014 meeting minutes as read.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Tim Baxter from NIRMA will look at the Mark Miller Feedlot situation regarding traffic safety concerns; 2. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to purchase a 2015 Chevrolet 3/4 ton 4 x 4 pickup from the State Bid/Sid Dillon Chevrolet of Wahoo in the amount of $25,177 to be used by the bridge crew.  By roll call.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried; 3. Viewed two bridge projects with Chris Adelman of Husker Steel.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:54 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 10:10 a.m. with Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7 present.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.

            Sheriff Henery and the Board discussed adding a fingerprint access reader and keypad to the front door as added security when officials or employees enter the building before the doors are opened to the public.  The Board directed Sheriff Henery to research the needed equipment and installation.  The Board also will draft a policy where the officials and one employee per office will have access through the reader.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Zoning Administrator Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to reappoint Rob Ganz to another three-year term to the Planning Commission.  By roll call.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried; 2.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Liska to reappoint Dean Wilken to another three-year term to the Planning Commission. By roll call.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried; 3.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to appoint Rob Ganz to complete Mike Kumm’s term on the Board of Adjustments that ends November 30, 2016.  By roll call.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried; 4.  Motion by Supr. Liska, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to reappoint Tom Pavlik to another three-year term on the Board of Adjustments. By roll call.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried; 5.  Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to reappoint John Broders to another three-year term on the Board of Adjustments.  By roll call.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried; 6.  Zoning Administrator Doerr will contact Dale Riesberg to see if he will want reappointment to the Planning Commission.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Liska that all claims except Claims #1152 and #1185, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried. 

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol that Claims #1152 and #1185, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #4, #5, and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #3.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried. 

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Liska that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3. #4, #5, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried. 

#16530 – Cynthia Von Coelln, inh. tax-Marie F. Ditto Est., 4,883.89; #16531 – Village of Verdigre, oil for patch truck, 607.66; #16532 – Norbert Guenther, cobra pmt., 31.56; #16533 – Jana Osborne, cobra pmt., 70.02; #16534 – St. of Nebraska, reimb. of Emergency Mgr. budget,  2,948.24; #16535 – Brunswick State Bank, int., 850.68; #16536 – Sherman Street Apartments, econ. dev. pmt., 443.81, #16537 – Trustworthy Hdwe., econ. dev. pmt., 665.72; #16538 – White Tail River Lodge, econ. dev. pmt., 306.00; #16539 – NIRMA, dividend, 4,230.00; #16540 – Roger Lemke, inh. tax-Dale Lemke Est., 2,778.15; #16541 – Raymond Franek, bridge stringers, 480.00; #16542 – Midwest Bank, int., 1,335.89; #16543 – Main Street Grocery, econ. dev. pmt., 790.80; #16544 – Misty’s Soakers, econ. dev. pmt., 273.00; #16545 – St. of Nebraska, lodging tax, 3,430.13; #16546 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00, #16547 – Bohemia Twp., dead end sign, 45.00; #16548 – State of Nebraska, reimb. of EM budget, 5,100.87; #16549 – Office Depot, furniture refund, 299.99; #16550 – Est. of Sharon K. Closter, inh. tax, 17,745.42; #16551 – Commercial St. Bk., int., 277.26; #16552 – Knox Co. Sheriff, tax sale fees, 107.50.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Sokol to go into executive session at 10:50 a.m. for County Burial Application #1-2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried.  Chairman Miller reiterated that the executive session will be held on County Burial Application #1-2014.  The Board came out of executive session at 10:56 a.m.  Chairman Miller stated that the executive session was held solely on County Burial application #1-2014.

            Motion by Supr. Liska, seconded by Supr.  Fuchtman to approve County Burial Application #1-2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried.

GENERAL FUND.  AS Central Services OCIO Interagency Billing, AS400, 38.60; Bloomfield Tire and Oil LLC, gas, 20.07; Bomgaars, supplies, 24.98; Brockhaus Funeral Home, county burial/autopsy, 1,994.35; Centec Cast Metal Products, flag holders/stakes, 1,196.50; Creighton News, court costs, 31.10; CVSOAN, school, 275.00; Denise Koertje, painting, 1,250.00; Dept. of Correctional Services, holding prisoner, 769.14;  Dollar General, supplies, 141.20; First National Bank Omaha, gas and misc., 1,748.40; Gayle Krohn, mileage, 95.20; John Thomas, subscription, 99.00; Kathie Zink, mileage, 15.68; Knox County Sheriff, court costs, 407.74; NACVSO, dues, 30.00; National Sheriff’s Association, dues, 54.00; Nebraska Health and Human Services, Inst. Bill, 93.00; NE Public Health Environmental Lab, blood test, 105.00; Nebraska Weed Control Association, dues, 135.00; Postmaster, postage, 158.00; Quill Corporation, office supplies, 62.24; Reserve Account, postage for meter, 3,000.00; Schreier’s Lumber Co., crack filler, 59.70; Steven Banks, meal, 6.38; Susan Wiebelhaus, mileage, 10.08; Tammy Henery, snow/ice/custodial cont., 4,249.00; Telebeep, pager, 34.22; 2014 General Election Workers: Mary E. Adams, 109.50, Carmen Y. Jacobs, 114.50, Jeanette A. Anderson, 109.50, Marlene M. Fanta, 109.50, Kathleen Nielsen, 116.75, Venita D. Sage, 116.75, Sandra J. Barger, 126.23, Opal O. Stout, 138.55, Bonnie Paulsen, 105.88, MariGay Jackson, 105.88, Dolores Foxhoven, 105.88, Margaret Arens, 105.88, Barbara Jackson, 145.01, Pat Weberg, 97.88, Linda Cunningham, 105.88, Lynne Seagren, 110.88, Garnet Anderson, 139.25, Mary Miller, 97.88, Joan E. Hoppe, 105.88, Beverly Kumm, 110.88, Esther E. Pease, 105.88, Madonna Cripe, 126.56, Dorothy Beaudette, 110.88, Kelly Hanvey, 110.88, Lennea Kracht, 105.88, Connie McDonald, 105.88, Kaitlyn Hanvey, 65.26, Beverly Mathine, 131.30, Deb Vandersnick, 109.50, Patricia C. Neumann, 101.50, Laura L. Fuchtman, 101.50, Diana L. Frisch, 109.50, Christine M. Kreycik, 101.50, Mary Pischel, 109.50, Janice Teadtke, 114.50, Kenneth Farnik, 128.90, Jana Osborne, 228.80, Marvin Mann, 87.36, Luann Schumacher, 133.88, Darlene Allison, 105.88, Nancy Doerr, 105.88, Mary Carhart, 105.88.

ROAD FUND. Salaries, 41,571.17; Backus Sand and Gravel, gravel/hauling, 30,357.36; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel, 2,883.32; Bloomfield Tire and Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 448.20; Cedar Knox PPD, electricity, 63.46; CMart LLC, gas/shop supplies, 88.44; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,143.27; County of Knox Employee Benefit Account Healthcare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 9,646.24; Creston Fertilizer Co. Bloomfield, spray, 3,436.74; Crofton Elevator, spray, 237.50; Don Pahl, prior service, 25.00; Freeman Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 1,422.30; Gary Backhaus Gravel LLC, gravel/hauling, 2,833.11; Health Plan Services Inc., Ins. Co. pays, 568.08; Herbert Feed and Grain, diesel/oil, 4,746.07; H.J. Welding, shop supplies, 84.54; Husker Steel, nuts/bolts, 60.00; Kimball Midwest, shop supplies, 232.64; Larry Pilar, prior service, 21.00; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 32.30; Nebraska Public Power District, electricity, 130.33; NMC Exchange LLC, repairs, 1,589.56; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, retirement Co. pays, 2,781.76; Schaefer Grain & Feed Co., salt, 1,404.15; Schreier’s Lumber Co., concrete, 1,803.30  SourceGas Distribution LLC, heating fuel, 51.27; Steffens Service Station, filter, 12.74; Straight-Line Striping Inc., paint, 11,977.50.

CHILD SUPPORT FUND. John Thomas, doc. camera, 139.00.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District, RLF admin fees, 540.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND.  Creative Revolution, tourism website, 325.00; Matt Cerny, mileage, 314.73.

INHERITANCE FUND.  Fitzgerald, Vetter & Temple, court appt. atty., 971.08; Verlyn Luebbe, court appt. atty., 515.20, Y. Scott Moore M.D., court appt psych., 1,879.00.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND.  First National Bank Omaha, training, 22.34.

 

TOTALS

                                                General Fund                                          20,888.52                                                             

                                                Road Fund                                            121,651.35                                                               

                                                Child Support Fund                                         139.00

                                                Economic Development Fund                       540.00                              

C & C Development Fund                             639.73                                

                                                Inheritance Fund                                       3,365.28                                          

                                                911 Emergency Fund                                     22.34                                          

                                                                                    Total                147,246.22       

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 11:01 a.m., November 25, 2014 until Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            November 25, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:54 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at in the Boardroom at the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of November 25, 2014 at 9:14 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, and James Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor District #1 and Danny R. Schlote District #6.  Vice-Chairman Sokol presiding.   

Vice-Chairman Sokol announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the November 13, 2014 meeting were read.  Vice-Chairman Sokol approved the November 13, 2014 minutes as read with the correction that Deputy Assessor Beckmann was present.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Miller to place on file the 2014 Certification of Taxes Levied, noting that the total property taxes levied plus in lieu of taxes and TIF taxes equals $21,882,364.53 for 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Liska to place on file the Certificate of Real Estate Tax List and the Certificate of Personal Property List and the Public Service List for 2014.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7.  Nays none.  Absent were Districts #1 and #6.  Motion carried.

            Vice-Chairman Sokol adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 10:10 a.m. on November 25, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on December 9, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

__________________________________________                    By________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            James Sokol, Jr., Vice-Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            December 9, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Boardroom at the Knox County Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of December 9, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6 and James Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent were none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Deputy County Clerk Surface led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the November 25, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the November 25, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction that the roll call vote on approving the receipts was Ayes Districts #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7, Nays none, Absent were Districts #1 and #6.

            Correspondence reviewed was: 1. Letter from State of Nebraska Emergency Management Agency notifying Knox County of the closure of Disaster 1924.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1.  The advertised bid opening for the Bloomfield Southwest Federal Buy Back Bridge project will be held at 10:30 a.m.; 2.  Reviewed and discussed the circumstances regarding a bill from Grossenburg Implement for feeder wagon repairs in the amount of $340.69.  Hwy. Supt. Barta was directed to turn the bill into NIRMA, the County’s insurance carrier. 

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:45 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:59 a.m. with all Districts present.

            Hwy. Supt. Barta continued with the following business:  3. Oil crew update.  4.  Bridge crew update.                     5.  Discussed the viewing of the Mark Miller Feedlot road issues and the possible need for an engineering signage study and who should pay for dirt work costs if changes are made. 

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman that all claims except Claims #1262 and #1330, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. 

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol that Claims #1262 and #1330 payable to Schreier’s Lumber Company, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes Districts #1, #2, #4, #5, #6 and #7.  Nays none.  Abstain District #3.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Liska that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. Receipts totaled $27,140.30.       

            #16553 – Brunswick State Bank, interest, 630.14; #16554 – State of Nebraska, 911 wireless funding, 4,177.15; #16555 – Knox County Clerk, trash cans, 28.42; #16556 – Knox County Clerk, interest, 8.52; #16557 – Grand Central, econ. dev. pmt., 221.91; #16558 – Family Variety, econ. dev. pmt., 260.98; #16559 – Knox County Sheriff, 3rd quarter fees and mileage, 3,663.20; #16560 – Knox County Zoning, building permits, 390.00; #16561 – Knox County Zoning, building permits, 180.00; #16562 – Knox County Treasurer, interest, 417.18; #16563 – Knox County Treasurer, interest, 246.21; #16564 – State of Nebraska, HHS rent, 2,205.00; #16565 – Midwest Bank, interest, 2,495.34; #16566 – Midwest Bank, interest, 768.77; #16567 – Knox County Clerk, plats, misc. fees, c.c. marr. lic. & copies, 221.90; #16568 – MJ Brummer, water payment, 50.00; #16569 – Kristy Hanefeldt, purchase bottled water, 10.00; #16570 – Kelsy Jelinek, old computer, 47.50; #16571 – Knox County Treasurer, postage, 152.50; #16572 – Knox County Clerk, interest, 7.15;  #16573 – Elaine’s Tavern econ. dev. pmt., 237.24; #16574 – Knox County Chiropractic, econ. dev. pmt., 70.67; #16575 – Downtown Auto, econ. dev. pmt., 923.27; #16576 – Clerk of District Court, reimburse court costs, 227.32; #16577 – Knox County Attorney, check collection filing fees, 100.00; #16578 – Doering Trenching & Plumbing, equipment rental, 100.00; #16579 – marriage license, 15.00; #16580 – Knox County Court, fines, 1,896.00; #16581 – Commercial State Bank, interest, 498.63; #16582 – Commercial State Bank, interest, 1,246.58; #16583 – Knox County Clerk, tobacco licenses, 20.00; #16584 – Register of Deeds, November collections, 5,623.72.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            At 10:35 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised bid opening for the “Bloomfield Southwest” Federal Buy Back Bridge Project.  Knox County reserves the right to refuse any and all bids and further reserves the right to accept any bid that best serves the needs of Knox County.  Bids received for construction of a 28’ 6” wide with a 30 degree skew left hand-bank roadway bridge including materials, labor, equipment tools, along with appurtenances and accessories for the Bloomfield Southwest Bridge Replacement Project and removal of the existing bridge were:  Norfolk Contracting, Norfolk NE - $264,666; Simon Contractors, North Platte NE - $526,960; Theisen Construction Inc., Norfolk NE - $333,880.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to accept the low bid of Norfolk Contracting, Norfolk NE in the amount of $264,666 for construction of a 28’ 6” wide with a 30 degree skew left hand-bank roadway bridge including materials, labor, equipment tools, along with appurtenances and accessories for the Bloomfield Southwest Bridge Replacement Project and removal of the existing bridge.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            At 10:45 a.m. Chairman Miller opened the advertised bid opening for replacement of the roof of the main Courthouse building.  Knox County reserves the right to refuse any and all bids and further reserves the right to accept any bid that best serves the needs of Knox County.  Bid received was: Guarantee Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., Norfolk NE - $88,149 with a 15-year leak-free warranty.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to accept the bid from Guarantee Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc., of Norfolk NE in the amount of $88,149 for the replacement of the roof on the Courthouse main building along with a 15-year leak-free warranty.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. 

            Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Liska to place on file the November Permits Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 2. Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to reappoint Dale Riesberg to another three-year term on the Planning Commission.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none. Motion carried; 3. At 10:53 a.m., Chairman Miller opened the advertised public hearing on Conditional Use Permit #CU0019 submitted by Gary Jessen dba V & G Ltd. for the expansion of his beef feedlot to 10,000 head (Class IIIA) on the South one-half of Section 24, T31N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  Comments were given by Gary Jessen, Mark Miller and from Environmental specialist Andy Scholting.  Chairman Miller closed the public hearing at 11:03 a.m.  No one in opposition was present.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to adopt Resolution #2014-48 approving Conditional Use Permit #CU0019 submitted by Gary Jessen dba V & G Ltd for the expansion of his beef feedlot to 10,000 head (Class IIIA) on the South one-half of Section 24, T31N, R3W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 

RESOLUTION #2014-48

 

WHEREAS, Gary Jessen dba V & G Ltd. has applied for Conditional Use Permit #CU0019 to expand his beef feedlot to 10,000 head (Class IIIA) on the South ½ of Section 24, Township 31 North, Range 3 West of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has given public notice and held a public hearing on September 9, 2014, and

 

WHEREAS, the Knox County Planning Commission has found that the application complies with the Knox County Zoning Regulations, and hereby makes a recommendation to approve the permit with the following conditions:

 

1)     Applicant shall comply with NDEQ Regulations.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THAT THE GARY JESSEN dba V & G LTD. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #CU0019 BE APPROVED.

 

Dated this 9th day of December, 2014.

 

KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

Virgil H. Miller /s/                                  Martin J. O’Connor /s/                           Patrick J. Liska /s/                                                

Virgil H. Miller, Chairman, Dist. #3         Martin J. O’Connor, Dist. #1                  Patrick J. Liska, Dist. #2

 

James Sokol, Jr. /s/                              Norman Mackeprang /s/                                    Danny R. Schlote /s/                          

James Sokol, Jr., Dist. #4                     Norman Mackeprang, Dist. #5               Danny R. Schlote, Dist. #6

 

                                                            Jim Fuchtman /s/                     

ATTEST:   (Seal)                                  Jim Fuchtman, Dist. #7

 

Joann M. Fischer /s/                            

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk

 

               Discussion was held on the County Road area near Mark Miller’s feedlot north of Bloomfield. 

            Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement – Knox County Lottery with the City of Creighton where the net proceeds received by Knox County from approved lottery outlets within the City of Creighton will be distributed at 70% to Knox County and 30% to the City of Creighton.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Supr. O’Connor inquired about the Planning Commission meeting to be held and about the Bohounek appeal.

            Insurance Agent Jeff Hammer met with the Board on the proposed 2015 premiums for the health insurance coverage through HealthCare Solution Group, Inc.  After a discussion, motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve the 2015 County paid benefit premium of $675 per month per eligible employee for health insurance coverage through HealthCare Solutions Group, Inc. and the employee paid child(ren) premium for health insurance coverage to be $475.49 per month.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Discussion was held on the affidavits filed by employees who are doubly insured and applying for the stipend in lieu of health insurance coverage by Knox County.  Insurance Agent Hammer has been reviewing the documents submitted to verify coverage under their spouses’ insurance and asked direction.  Consensus of the Board was that the coverage be comparable but not necessary that the deductible be the same as Knox County’s present deductible.  Affidavits were reviewed.  Mr. Hammer asked that the deadline to opt out of the health insurance be set at December 1 in 2015.

GENERAL FUND. Salaries, 121,365.84; Amy Johnson, travel expense, 21.28; AS Central Finance, teletype, 448.00; Bloomfield Pharmacy, pris. meds, 34.60; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas, 96.47; Bomgaars, weed supplies, 147.48; Bonnie R. Cash, prior service, 9.00; Brianna Hamilton, mileage/witness fees, 107.64; Bryan Medical Center, mental health cost, 8,394.94; Carol Peters, prior service, 15.00; Center Garage, oil change, 45.00; Century Link, long distance, 79.57; Knox County Clerk of District Court, court costs, 99.00; C-Mart Creighton, gas, 101.52; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 9,155.48; County of Knox Employee Benefit Account HealthCare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 23,512.71; Creighton News, notices, 288.00; Creighton Plumbing, repairs, 21.80; Creighton 59 LLC, van gas, 100.81;  Des Moines Stamp Mfg., stamp, 32.70; Donald Jiracek, prior service, 25.00; Douglas County Treasurer, autopsy costs, 313.35; Eakes Office Solutions, office supplies, 252.78; Ecowater Systems, bottled water, 418.75; Elaine’s Tavern & Café, prisoner board, 2,437.50; First National Bank Omaha, travel/supplies, 502.74; Great Plains Communications, phone/internet, 1,310.27; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. Pays, 1,439.40; Jack’s Qwickshop, gas, 21.05; Jacqueline E. Meier, prior service, 21.00; James F. Janecek, prior service, 21.00; Jason Wessendorf, computer repair, 345.00; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, refrigerator, 590.49; Jim Jansen, travel expense, 135.20; Jo Ann Eisenbeiss, prior service, 45.00;  JoAnn Knori, prior service, 20.00; Joann M. Fischer, reimburse supplies, 136.35; Knox County Court, court costs, 55.25; Knox County Economic Development, loan payment, 75.00; Kelsy Jelinek, reimburse supplies, 208.31;  Name redacted, medicare reimbursement, 104.90; The Lincoln National Life ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 76.22; Liz Doerr, mileage and supplies, 180.43; Lois Colwell, prior service, 27.00; Madison County Sheriff, mental health, 1,637.53; Mary Ketelsen, travel, 29.12; Matthew Bender Co., Inc., subscription, 242.46; Microfilm Imaging Systems Inc., scanning equipment rent, 86.50; MIPS, computer program, 762.47; N&B Gas Co., tower supplies, 501.77; NACO, Co. board supplies, 1,634.50; NECC, CPR training, 41.30; Norbert Guenther, prior service, 12.00; Name redacted, medicare reimbursement, 271.79; North Central Public Power District, electricity, 2,303.33; Quill Corporation, office supplies, 1,043.39; Ray’s Electric Inc., repair lights, 108.00; Region 4 Behavioral Health System, quarterly bill, 4,454.00; Region IV, Inc., quarterly bill, 2,521.50; Retirement Plans Division of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 8,116.18; Roland R. Beran, prior service, 24.00; Roma Walton, prior service, 51.00; Schreier’s Lumber Co., tower shed, 106.22; Tammy Henery, snow/ice service contract, 599.00; Telebeep Wireless, pagers, 61.33; The Monitor, notices, 611.50; Thomas Reuters, law library, 271.50; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 114.94; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 281.63; The Verdigre Eagle, notices, 113.63; Verdigre farm Service, van gas, 22.80; Name Redacted, medicare reimbursement, 322.17; Virginia Buerman, prior service, 27.00.

ROAD FUND.  A&R Construction, box culvert, 44,413.64; B’s Enterprises Inc., culverts/bands, 6,344.10; Backus Sand & Gravel, gravel/hauling, 10,181.92; Battle Creek Farmers Pride, diesel, 2,549.50; Bloomfield Tire & Oil LLC, gas/diesel, 381.81; Bomgaars, shop supplies, 508.77; City of Bloomfield, water, 17.50; CHS Wausa, gas/diesel, 2,255.71; C-Mart, gas, 85.01; Cornhusker International Trucks Inc., filters, 46.16; Creighton 59 LLC, gas, 77.01; First National Bank Omaha, motel/meal, 206.20; Frank’s Food Mart, shop supplies, 40.56; Great Plains Communication, phone, 462.20; Grossenberg Implement Inc., repairs/supplies, 2,909.50; Hefner True Value Inc., shop supplies, 52.92; Herbert Feed & Grain, diesel, 2,916.73; J&K Auto, gas, 105.25; Jack’s Quickshop, gas, 232.40; Name Redacted, medicare  reimbursement, 357.46; Jedlicka’s Hardware Hank, supplies/repairs, 355.15; Nebraska Public Power, electricity, 45.36; Peters Hardware, shop supplies, 30.43; Productivity Plus Account, repairs, 17.25;  R&K Motor Parts, repairs/supplies, 652.37; Riverside Hydraulics Inc., repairs, 364.28; The Bloomfield Monitor, advertising, 92.24; U.S. Cellular, cell phones, 360.44; Verdigre Farm Service LLC, gas/diesel, repairs, 3,856.40; Village of Niobrara, water/sewer, 35.00; Village of Verdigre, water/sewer/garbage, 72.15.

CHILD SUPPORT FUND. Thomson Reuters-West, subscription, 271.50.

VISITOR’S IMPROVEMENT FUND. Great Plains Communication, kiosk internet, 142.26.

ROD PRESERVATION/MODERINIZATION FUND. Microfilm Imaging Systems Inc., scanner rent, 141.91; MIPS, computer program, 128.32.

            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 24.00; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 1.84; Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District, RLF admin fees, 296.00;  Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 1.62.

            C&C DEVELOPMENT FUND. Salaries, 3,675.00; Century Link, long distance, 4.69; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 281.14; County of Knox Emp. Ben. Acct. Healthcare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 602.89; First National Bank Omaha, postage/travel, 405.78; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 48.30; Health Plan Services, ins. Co. pays, 31.56; The Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 1.83; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 248.06; U.S. Cellular, cell phone, 63.60.           

INHERITANCE FUND.  Rodney W. Smith, public defender contract, 2,083.37; Verlyn Luebbe, court appt. atty., 650.20.

911 WIRELESS FUND.  Century Link, phone, 333.62; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 397.80; Three River Telco, phone, 143.92.

            911 EMERGENCY FUND. Centurylink, phone, 2.94; Century Link, phone, 179.64; Great Plains Communications, phone and internet, 407.80; N&B Gas Co., tower supplies, 501.76; Schreier’s Lumber Co., tower shed, 106.22;  Three River Telco, phone, 77.49.

 

TOTALS

                                    General Fund                                                                199,211.39                                                                                    Road Fund                                                                      80,025.42                                                                               Child Support Fund                                                                       271.50

                                    Visitor’s Improvement Fund                                                  142.26                                   

                                    ROD Preservation/Modernization Fund                                 270.23                                       

                                    Economic Development Fund                                               323.46                                   

C&C Development Fund                                                    5,362.85                                     

                                    Inheritance Fund                                                               2,733.57                                               

                                    911 Wireless Fund                                                               875.34                       

                                    911 Emergency Fund                                                        1,275.85                                                                                                                                    Total                                    290,491.87                               

             

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 12:10 p.m., December 9, 2014 until Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            December 9, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:45 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at in the Boardroom at the Knox County Courthouse, in Center, Nebraska on the date of December 9, 2014 at 9:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors O’Connor Dist. #1, Liska Dist. #2, Miller Dist. #3, Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Mackeprang Dist. #5, Schlote Dist. #6 and Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Schlote presiding.  Also present was Co. Assessor McManigal.

            Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the November 24, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Schlote approved the November 24, 2014 minutes as read.

There was no public comment on agenda items.

Public comment on non-agenda items was made by Supr. Sokol who asked Assessor McManigal to clarify TIF taxes.

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Liska that the Tax Claims Committee recommendation on Tax Claims #7808 through #7812 be accepted and granted and the County Assessor is hereby directed to make the proper adjustments on the tax roll.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried. 

Discussion was held on aerial photos, yearly reviews and well registrations.       

            Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 9:59 a.m. on December 9, 2014 until 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 for a regular meeting.

            I, Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

_____________________________________________               By_______________________________________

Rhonda K. Surface, Deputy Knox County Clerk                              Danny R. Schlote, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            December 17, 2014

                                                                                                            11:45 a.m.

 

            A Knox County Courthouse Employee Christmas Dinner was held at the Court House in Center, Nebraska on the date of December 17, 2014 at 11:45 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, and Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6.  Absent were Supervisors Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5 and James Fuchtman Dist. #7. 

            Notice of quorum was given in advance thereof by publication in the Niobrara Tribune and Wausa Gazette   newspapers, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice is attached to these minutes.  As there was not a quorum and as it was advertised as a social event, there was no agenda and there was no business that took place.

            The Knox County Courthouse Employee Christmas Dinner concluded at 1:00 p.m. 

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors will meet on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. for a regular meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By__________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

 

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

                                                                                                            December 23, 2014

                                                                                                            9:30 a.m.

 

            A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Supervisors was held in the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of December 23, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6 and James Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Miller presiding.

Supr. Liska led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.   

            Chairman Miller announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the December 9, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Miller approved the December 9, 2014 meeting minutes as read with the correction of the bid amount submitted by Norfolk Contracting was $254,666 for the “Bloomfield Southwest” Federal Buy Back Bridge project and that Supr. O’Connor District #1 was present when action was taken on the claims.

            Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve the 2015 Printing Report naming the 2015 legal papers to be the Bloomfield Monitor and the Verdigre Eagle; the Creighton News and the Crofton Journal to print the Delinquent Tax List; the Niobrara Tribune and the Wausa Gazette to print the County Treasurer’s Semi-Reports; and notices for road work and bridge and improvements to be published in the newspaper nearest to the project or improvement.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to grant permission to Jerry Pospisil dba Jerry’s Bar and Lanes in Creighton to operate KENO under Knox County’s KENO election.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to place on file the Clerk of District Court November Fee Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Sokol to approve payment of the 2015 Sponsor Dues in the amount of $2,000 to the Northeast Nebraska RC&D in Plainview.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 9:47 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

            The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 9:51 a.m. with all members present.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that the receipts be accepted and placed on file, by roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts. Nays none.  Motion carried.  Receipts totaled $172,740.47.   

            #16585 – Clerk of District Court, filing fees, copies, crt. costs, fines & passport fees, 1,004.06; #16586 – Country Jim’s LLC, tobacco license, 10.00; #16587 – Jana Osborne, cobra payment, 62.32; #16588 – Norbert Guenther, cobra payment, 31.56; #16589 – State of Nebraska, Hwy. alloc., Build Nebraska Act LB 84 inc. in alloc., 135,216.61; #16590 – SID #1, water refund overpayment, 460.87; #16591 – Jerome Fuchtman, plank, 1,024.12; #16592 – Raymond Franek, stringers, 240.00; #16593 – Cedar County Treasurer, tax coll. - Crofton Fire Gen. & Sink, 18.23;  #16594 – Green Valley Veterinary, economic development payment, 702.70; #16595 – Main Street Grocery, economic development payment, 790.80;    #16596 – Uptown Beauty, economic development payment, 345.00; #16597 – Creighton Plumbing, economic development payment, 75.00; #16598 – State of Nebraska, scrap tire collection, 5,316.89; #16599 – Knox County Sheriff, auto inspections & handgun permits, 520.00; #16600 – Estate of Gertrude L. Vonderheide, inheritance tax, 733.01; #16601 – Trustworthy Hardware, economic development payment, 665.72; #16602 – Sherman St. Apts., economic development payment, 443.81; #16603 – Whitetail River Lodge, economic development payment, 306.00; #16604 – Knox County Zoning, plat application permit, 50.00; #16605 – Linda Cunningham, plank, 143.50; #16606 – Misty’s Soakers, economic development payment, 279.82; #16607 – State of Nebraska, lodging tax, 2,269.27; #16608 – Vonage, 911 surcharges, 10.00; #16609 – Encartel, 911 surcharges, 72.60; #16610 – Lindy Country Club, tobacco license, 10.00; #16611 – SID #1, rural water refund overpayment, 446.82; #16612 – Birmingham & Cwach Law, inheritance tax-Mildred L. Clark Est., 21,491.76.

Hwy. Supt. Barta met with the Board on the following: 1. Each Supervisor signed their respective shed inventory;    2. Discussion was held on an amended Rec Road slide agreement proposed by the Nebraska Department of Roads.  The original agreement provided for 90% reimbursement from the State for repair costs however the amended agreement provides for 40% by the State.  Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang to deny the amended agreement with the Nebraska Department of Roads for reimbursement of 40% of costs for repairing the Rec Road slide from State Recreation Road funds, to direct Hwy. Supt. Barta to send a letter to the Department of Roads informing them of the denial of the amended agreement, that the original agreement be followed and that County Attorney Thomas be informed of the requirement by Knox County to follow the  original agreement between the State of Nebraska Department of Roads and Knox County for repair costs on the Rec Road slides.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 3.  Hwy. Supt. Barta said that several road employees questioned the action taken on August 14, 2014 regarding the snow day policy for road employees.  County Attorney Thomas provided written verification that the revision to the snow day policy for the road employees took effect August 14, 2014 while the pay increase will take effect with the January 2015 hours worked; 4. Discussed the Mark Miller road area, signage engineering fees, location of signs, possible flashing lights in the area, and possible frontage road.

Extension Educator Ruth Vonderohe updated the Board on the Extension Board duties and projects.  The Extension Board develops, approves and monitors the Extension budget, provides support for clerical staff, and provides information as to hiring and/or terminations.  Members of the Extension Board are from each Supervisor District.  Current members are Clint Miller, Derek Cunningham, LeRoy Buchholz, Curt Mackeprang, Mary Eiler and Kay Morrill.  Janita Kube resigned and Dawn Murphy is interested in the position.  Kay Morrill is up for reappointment and is interested in serving another term. 

Motion by Supr. O’Connor, seconded by Supr. Schlote to appoint Dawn Murphy of Crofton to the Knox County Extension Board for a three-year term.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Fuchtman, seconded by Supr. Sokol to reappoint Kay Morrill of Creighton to another three-year term on the Knox County Extension Board.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

 Zoning Admin. Doerr met with the Board on the following: 1. Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Liska to place on file the October 14, 2014 Planning Commission meeting minutes.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 2. Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to approve Administrative Plat Application P0065 submitted by Tammy S. Johnson & Roland D. Johnson for a lot split of 8.37 acres in the SW1/4 of Section 24, T30N, R2W of the 6th P.M., Knox County, Nebraska.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried; 3. Discussion ensued on the conditional use permit issued to Gary Jessen dba V & G Ltd. at the last meeting.  One of the easements extended into the SE1/4 of Section 24 in Peoria Township but the original application listed the SW1/4.  The public hearing notice published the S1/2 of Section 24.  All of the easements except one show the S1/2 of Section 24 so a corrected easement will be made as the conditional use permit was granted by the Board of Supervisors for the S1/2 of Section 24 in Peoria Township.  This will not affect the setbacks; 4. A public hearing will be held on proposed revisions to the conditional use permit of Behouneks on January 29, 2015. 

Duane and Ruth Fulton met with the Board regarding a building permit they are waiting to obtain for a house they are building in the river area. Discussion was held on easements for underground sprinklers, use of a well and sewer.  A new subdivision is required as the Fultons are dividing their lot in the river area. Zoning Admin. Doerr explained that as a result of the flooding in 2011, the zoning regulations were revised and only one single dwelling is allowed per lot so this is why the Fultons needed to create a new subdivision.  The Planning Commission has approved the new subdivision as the lot is an unusual size however approval from DEQ has not been granted yet.  County Surveyor Skroch said that this new stand-alone subdivision needs the DEQ approval and their approval for the septic system.  Easements are needed now from one subdivision to another. Also, a delay was created with the subdivision plat and applications when an address change was made with the re-naming of the road leading into the river area.  Chairman Miller said it will proceed as rapidly as possible and the Board understands the Fultons’ frustration.   

Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Liska to place on file the County Treasurer’s Custody Receipt Report.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Fuchtman to place on file the Resolutions Approving Depository and Securities on the following banks: Brunswick State Bank, Commercial State Bank, Farmers & Merchants State Bank, Madison County Bank, Midwest Bank, NA, and NPAIT.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. Liska to authorize Chairman Miller to sign the Certification of County Highway Superintendent For Determining Incentive Payment.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Liska to approve Affidavits Of Other Coverage To Opt Out of Knox County Health Insurance - #1-2014 through #7-2014.  By roll call vote. Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

There was no comment on agenda items.

Comment on non-agenda items was given by County Clerk Fischer.  December 26 was designated by the Board of Supervisors in January 2014 as a floating holiday in place of Arbor Day.  President Obama and Governor Heineman declared December 26 as a national and a state holiday.  Several employees asked if they would receive a different floating holiday because of the federal and state designation.  County Clerk Fischer had received an opinion from NACO regarding this situation and was informed that it would depend on the wording in the Knox County Employee Handbook.  The Handbook only lists the usual holidays and does not clarify that the County follows the federal and state holidays therefore December 26 would still be considered the floating holiday and no substitution will be made.

Roger Wiese with the North Central District Health Department gave the Board a department review.  Nine counties make up the district.  Updates were given on the nursing staff, communications, diseases and environmental issues affecting Knox County, there has been a nearly 400% increase of homes being tested for radon over the last five years, grants, funding, and the new “Miles of Smiles” oral health screening program for elementary and middle school students.  Mr. Wiese commended Supervisor Mackeprang for his work with the program over the last twelve years.  Regulations for the Department are that one Supervisor and one “spirited” member of the public be on the District’s Board.  With Supervisor Mackeprang leaving, another Supervisor will need to be appointed to the District Board and in addition, Celine Mlady has been on the District Board as a spirited member representing Pierce County but as she now lives in Knox County, she has indicated that she would be interested in representing Knox County.

Gary Jones with the Knox County Veterans Office informed the Board of his interest in a secured web based information system through the Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs that is used to track and assist veterans and eligible dependents in accessing all benefits of which they are entitled.  The cost would be $399 yearly.  Motion by Supr. Mackeprang, seconded by Supr. O’Connor to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs and Knox County for the VETRACSPEC secured web based information system that is used to track and assist veterans and eligible dependents in accessing all benefits.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

Discussion was held on replacing the 2000 Pontiac Montana van.  This van was used primarily by the Veterans Service Office to transport veterans to medical facilities and now has transmission problems. 

A large crowd of County Officials, employees and others entered the Boardroom to honor County Officials who will be leaving.

As Veterans Service Officer Leonard Boggs will retire effective January 1, 2015, he was honored with a plaque and card for his 24 years of dedicated service to Knox County. 

Roger Wiese presented Supervisor Norman Mackeprang with an engraved clock in honor of his many years associated with the North Central District Health Department. 

As this was the last meeting for Supervisors Norman Mackeprang and Jim Fuchtman, they were honored with plaques and cards for their dedicated service to Knox County over many years.  Supr. Mackeprang has served 20 years and Supr. Fuchtman served 14 years.

In recognition of her 36 years of dedicated service to Knox County, Clerk of the District Court Karen Riesberg was honored with an engraved clock at her open house held on Monday, December 22.

Chairman Miller moves the Board recess at 11:45 a.m. for a luncheon that was held in the basement conference room.

The Knox County Board of Supervisors reconvened at 12:26 p.m. with all members present.

Hwy. Supt. Barta continued with the following: 5. Discussed the LR 528 Study Report on rural bridges; 6. Discussion was held on two bridge projects.  Motion by Supr. Sokol, seconded by Supr. Schlote to approve the following quotes from Husker Steel Corporation of Columbus NE – 1. Bridge rehab project west of Verdigre (east of the Venus Church) - structural steel necessary to replace an existing 24’ 6” x 36’ 6” fracture critical superstructure with a new 26’ 6” x 36’ 6” HL-93 superstructure - $20,872; and 2. Replacement of wood bridge with pre-cast concrete bridge northeast of Bloomfield – structural and miscellaneous steel necessary to erect a 25’ 6” x 30’ bridge on a 30 degree skew with HL93 load rating – $52,937.  By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.

            Motion by Supr. Schlote, seconded by Supr. Mackeprang that all claims, audited and approved for payment by the Claims Committee, be allowed subject to delinquent personal taxes. By roll call vote.  Ayes all Districts.  Nays none.  Motion carried.  Claims totaling $172,220.06 are listed at the end of these proceedings.

GENERAL FUND.  Action Sports Center, trophies/plaques, 522.19; AS Central Services OCIO Interagency Billing, AS400, 38.60; Bloomfield Tire and Oil LLC, gas, 48.00; Cathy Stark, mileage,179.20; Connecting Point, printer maintenance, 275.00; Creighton Plumbing, repairs, 15.79; Crofton Journal/Niobrara Tribune, notices, 215.43; Dean Wilken, travel expense, 46.28; Dept. of Correctional Services, medical doc., 587.67;  Dollar General, supplies, 168.50; Eakes Office Plus, supplies, 173.65; F&M State Bank, ACH File, 20.00; Fred Steffen, travel expense, 65.88; Gary K. Jones, reimburse lodging, 233.33; Greg Kuhlman, travel expense, 51.88; Hilton Omaha, lodging, 3,354.00; Jim Kotrous, travel expense, 41.80; Joann Fischer, reimburse supplies, 41.16; Keith Nielsen, travel expense, 40.12; Ken Foner, travel expense, 38.44; Knox County Economic Development, loan payment, 75.00; Knox County Sheriff, paper service fees, 69.16; Liz Doerr, mileage/ink, 146.75; Madison County Sheriff, paper service fees, 18.50; Midwest Radar & Equipment, radar recertification, 120.00; MIPS, vendor checks, 14.30; Monica J. McManigal, mileage, meal & office refrigerator, 223.95; Monroe Systems, calculators, 308.35; NAPA Bloomfield, parts, 9.03; Nebraska Health and Human Services, inst. bill, 90.00; Nebraska Secretary of State, notary, 30.00; Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center, training, 95.00; Northeast Nebraska News, notices, 291.14; Pease Plumbing and Heating, plumbing, 50.00; Pitney Bowes, meter rental, 189.50; Quill Corporation, office supplies, 66.53; Robert Ganz, travel expense, 37.32; Roger’s Auto Repair, repairs, 1,053.50; Tammy Henery, custodial contract, 3,650.00; Village of Center, water/sewer/garbage, 515.00

ROAD FUND. Salaries, 41,989.42; Bloomfield Tire and Oil LLC, gas/tire repair, 324.38; Cedar Knox PPD, electricity, 107.97; Central Valley Ag, spray, 50.73; CMart LLC, gas, 85.20; Collector of Internal Revenue, Soc. Sec. Co. pays, 3,178.08; County of Knox Employee Benefit Account Healthcare Solutions Group Inc., ins. Co. pays, 10,125.00; Don McElhose Trucking & Construction, clayrock/haul, 1,175.00; Don Pahl, prior service, 25.00; Eugene Wolfe Jr., prior service, 12.00; Hagge Glass, repairs, 80.00; Health Plan Services Inc., ins. Co. pays, 536.52; Husker Steel, guardrail reflectors, 4,238.35; Kayton International Inc., repairs, 734.66; Kevin R. Barta, meals, 26.04; Kimball Midwest, shop supplies, 330.53; Larry Pilar, prior service, 21.00; Lincoln National Life Ins. Co., ins. Co. pays, 30.47; Mark Binnebose, shop tools, 200.70; Maxon Industries Inc., repairs, 209.11; Medical Enterprises Inc., drug/alcohol, 36.00; Menford’s Trustworthy Hardware, repairs, 18.42; Mitteis Gravel, gravel/hauling, 1,439.23; NAPA Bloomfield, supplies, 696.61;  Nebraska Public Power District, electricity, 170.18; NMC Exchange LLC, repairs, 669.52; North Central Public Power District, electricity, 388.13; Northeast Nebraska News, advertisement, 84.13; Retirement Plans Div. of Ameritas, ret. Co. pays, 2,811.34; Roger’s Auto Repair, oxygen, 30.00; SourceGas Distribution LLC, heating fuel, 108.88; Steffens Service Station, gas, 29.00; The NU-Towel Company, shop supplies, 620.75;Thompson Propane Service Inc., heating fuel, 279.80; Vakoc Excavating LLC, gravel/hauling, 83,542.02, Vic’s Service LLC, gas/ repairs, 409.43; Village of Center, water/sewer, 23.00; West Hodson Lumber, shop supplies, 17.37..

LINDY NORTH BIA PROJECT FUND.  Mainelli Wagner & Associates, engineering fees, 1,884.30; Vakoc Excavating LLC, gravel/hauling, 1,800.00.

COUNTY INSURANCE FUND. Monica J. McManigal, reimburse deductible, 250.00.

            C & C DEVELOPMENT FUND. DeEtta Hartman – NEDA, dues, 100.00; Matt Cerny, mileage, 121.84.

           

TOTALS

                                    General Fund                                                      13,209.95                                                             

                                    Road Fund                                                        154,853.97                                                               

                                    Lindy North BIA Project Fund                                 3,684.30

                                    County Insurance Fund                                            250.00

C & C Development Fund                                         221.84                                                                                                                             Total               $172,220.06

 

Chairman Miller adjourned the Knox County Board of Supervisors at 12:55 p.m., December 23, 2014 until Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 8:45 a.m. for a reorganizational meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                                                OF KNOX COUNTY, NEBRASKA

 

________________________________________                        By __________________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                             Virgil H. Miller, Chairman

 

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION          

           

                                                                                                            December 23, 2014           

                                                                                                            Center, Nebraska

9:47 a.m.

 

A regular meeting of the Knox County Board of Equalization was held at the Courthouse in Center, Nebraska on the date of December 23, 2014 at 9:47 a.m.  Present were Supervisors Martin J. O’Connor Dist. #1, Patrick J. Liska Dist. #2, Virgil H. Miller Dist. #3, James Sokol, Jr. Dist. #4, Norman Mackeprang Dist. #5, Danny R. Schlote Dist. #6 and James Fuchtman Dist. #7.  Absent was none.  Chairman Schlote presiding.    Also present was County Assessor McManigal.

Chairman Schlote announced to the public that a copy of the Public Open Meeting Act was posted in the Boardroom.

            Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the Wausa Gazette newspaper, as shown by the Affidavit of Publication attached to these minutes.

            Notice of this meeting was simultaneously given to all members and a copy of their acknowledgment and receipt of notice and agenda is attached to these minutes.  All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the convened meeting was opened to the attendance of the public.

            The minutes of the December 9, 2014 meeting were read.  Chairman Schlote approved the December 9, 2014 minutes as read.

            There was no public comment on agenda items.

            There was no public comment on non-agenda items.

            Chairman Schlote adjourned the Knox County Board of Equalization at 9:51 a.m. on December 23, 2014 until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2015 for a reorganizational meeting.

            I, Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk, do hereby certify that the County Board of Equalization minutes are correct to the best of my knowledge.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                  KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

 

________________________________________                        By______________________________________

Joann M. Fischer, Knox County Clerk                                            Danny R. Schlote, Chairman

 

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