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City of
Weeping Water
Public Hearing, City Council Proceedings
October 14, 2002
Mayor Howard Stubbendieck opened the Public Hearing regarding the Lorensen Small Tract Subdivision at 6:45 p.m. at the City Council Chambers with the
following Councilmen answering roll: Ray Frew, Earnest West, and Larry Bauers. Absent: Robert
McCaulley.
Notice of the public hearing was given in advance thereof by posting in three public places on October 1, 2002.
Following review of the information presented and the Planning Board’s
recommendation regarding the Lorensen small tract subdivision, the public hearing was closed and the regular meeting was opened with all councilmen except McCaulley answering roll.
Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by publication in the October 10, 2002 edition of the Plattsmouth Journal.
Minutes of the September 9, 2002 meeting, copies of which were mailed to members of the council prior to the meeting, were approved as written.
Motion by West, seconded by Frew to adopt Resolution No. 2002—8, which approves the subdivision described as Tax lot #29, located in part of Lot 8, in the
SW 1/4 of the NW1/4 of Section 6—1ON—12 east of the 6th p.m., Cass County, Nebraska, as requested by Richard and Mary Ann Lorensen. Motion carried with Frew, West and Bauers voting aye.
Donnie Brennen, candidate for Cass County Sheriff in the upcoming election, addressed the Council and gave a brief presentation of his qualifications and goals.
Robert Steinhauser addressed concern over issues with the Humane Officer, with no action taken.
The Monthly Police Activity Report was presented, in which it was noted that 169 hours were patrolled during the month. Concerns addressed included parking concerns on P Street, existing speed limit at north and south edge of city limits, consideration of a four—way stop sign at the intersection of Randolph and P Street, and engine braking in city limits, all of which no action was taken. Also discussed was speed control on East Eldora Avenue in relation to the number of children who utilize access to said street, with the Council agreeing to
post appropriate signs to lower speed and watch for children, parking problems on Hughes Street, which the council agreed to monitor and existing regulation signs in certain areas, with the council agreeing to replace the “Yield” sign at North East and “D” Street with a
“Stop" sign, and request that the Housing Authority replace the existing parking regulation sign near the west end of their parking lot with another sign that clarifies the “No Parking” zone.
Bruce Sorensen presented the Monthly Water/Wastewater Report, followed by Duane Grashorn's proposal of a new Operation And Maintenance Agreement with
People Service for operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater systems for the next four years at a cost of $9,614 per month, subject to annual review of the monthly compensation based on the Consumer Price Index . Motion by Bauers, seconded by Frew to approve said Agreement. Motion carried with Frew, West and Bauers voting Aye.
Under Health Board issues, city officials provided a list of trees/bushes that need to be trimmed or removed and advised the clerk to
pursue notification of the appropriate owners. Recent complaints and a
re-evaluation of previously addressed areas in non-compliance with the City Health Code were addressed with the City Attorney being advised to
pursue the proper procedures on affected residents.
Motion by Bauers, seconded by West to accept the proposed revised sever rate schedule and authorize the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance reflecting the same to be acted upon at the November meeting. Motion carried with Frew, West and Bauers voting Aye. It was noted that the revised sewer rates will be based on a flat rate schedule rather than
being charged a sewer use fee based on actual water consumption.
Motion by Bauers, seconded by West to renew the city’s membership in the Cass County Nebraska Economic Development Council
with dues being set at $2.00 per head of population , or $2,206.00. Notion carried with Frew, West, and Bauers voting aye.
Following discussion of safety issues near the pedestrian walkway of the west bridge, it was agreed by council to install railings from each access to allow for
protection from the creek bank.
Following review of a proposal for upgrade of the city’s bobcat, it was agreed to retain existing equipment and install a safety flashing light on the cab.
Other items discussed were: the status of the Thorenhaven property, a request to furnish a cell phone and dog kennels for the Humane Officer, which was denied, proposed Street repairs and fall street cleaning, which were tabled for further review.
Motion by West, seconded by Bauers to approve the City’s insurance carrier a recommended building valuation updates and increased coverage, which results in a premium increase of approximately $900. Notion carried with Frew, West and Bauers voting aye.
Councilmen were updated on the progress being made toward the completion of the CDBG surveys, which will be delivered soon.
Correspondence from Aquila regarding an upcoming Rate Area Committee meeting anti
billing rate options were discussed with the council agreeing to pursue the Cap Price Option Program.
Minutes of the Library Board meeting were available for review, in which it was noted that Bonnie Pinkerton resigned from the Library Board. Renee Hart Thakur has agreed to fill the vacancy on the Library Board, which met with full council approval.
Councilmen were in agreement that overnight camping fees at the City Lakes be set at $10.00 per night for electrical hookup and $7.00 per night for non—electrical hookup, and requested the Clerk to
pursue the purchase of appropriate signs. It was also agreed that additional speed limit signs need to be posted in said area.
Motion by West, seconded by Frew to accept the change of location request from the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission for Keckler Oil Company, Inc., dba Keckler’s Bottle Garden from the current location of 103 North Randolph Street to 300 West Eldora Avenue in Weeping Water. Notion carried with Frew, West and
Bauers voting aye.
Miscellaneous correspondence received was presented for council review.
Motion by Frew, seconded by Bauers to accept the following claims:
(insert A) Motion carr with Frew, West and Bauers voting aye.
Motion by West, seconded by Pauers to adjourn. Motion carried with Frew, West and
Bauers voting aye.
Kay Gerdes
City Clerk
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