City of Oshkosh- Minutes February 8, 2018
The City of Oshkosh Mayor and City Council met for regular session on February 8, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
In compliance with the Open Meetings Act of Nebraska, a current copy of the act is posted in the Council Chambers. Notice of this meeting was posted at City Hall, Garden County Courthouse, and Post Office. The agenda for this meeting was kept current and available for inspection at the office of the City Clerk.
Mayor Levick called the meeting to order and read the Open Meetings Act, LB 898.
Present were: Mayor, Jim Levick and Council Members: David Cook, Gary DeCock, Sarena Assmann, and Terry Davis. Also attending: Attorney, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone, Administrator, Bill Campbell, and City Clerk, LeAnn Brown.
Motion made by Davis, seconded by Cook, to approve the agenda, approve the minutes of the previous meeting and to waive the reading thereof. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by DeCock, seconded by Davis, to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried unanimously.
A motion by Cook, seconded by DeCock, to approve the following bills. Motion carried unanimously. Salaries-19,115.87, IRS-4,623.21, NE Dept. of Revenue-2,515.42, Ameriprise Financial-1,707.18, Bank of America-224.55, Black Hills Energy-1,514.47, Blue Cross Blue Shield-6,850.99, Central Dist.-46.50, CenturyLink-230.87, Eagle Auto-35.98, Garden Co. News-104.52, Kaleb Harms-75.00, Heartland Lumber-3.42, Hire Right-250.00, Jordan’s-913.83, Michelle Langley-23.82, Miller & Assoc.-33,545.20, Nationwide-197.25, NE Public Health-19.00, NPPD-4,924.03, NW Pipe-513.97, Office Service-307.99, Oshkosh Library-800.00, Oshkosh Superette-1,349.50, Oshkosh True Value-207.40, Scotty Ray-700.00, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone-850.00, Sedgwick Co. Sales-2,485.78, Valley Tire-530.03, Wheat Belt PPD-1,019.06
Visitors: Sharon Ott, Elizabeth Dyches, Karen Senyard, and John Blume
OLD BUSINESS:
A motion made by Davis, seconded by Cook, to approve Resolution No. 02-18. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 02-18
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oshkosh, in the State of Nebraska as follows:
Section 1. The current speed limit on Highway 26, Route 92, from mile marker 105-107 is too high for the safety of our children and citizens, driving and on foot, and for travelers traveling on this route.
Section 2. We hereby respectfully request the State of Nebraska review posted speed limits through the city and consider lowering the same.
Passed and approved this 8th day of February, 2018.
____________________________
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
NEW BUSINESS:
Sheriff Quinn was present to give the Sheriff’s Report.
Sharon Ott, came before the Mayor and Council representing Trails West CASA. Ms. Ott asked Mayor Levick to proclaim April 8-14th as National Crime Victims’ Rights Day on April 14, 2017, and to hang a banner in Oshkosh to bring heightened community awareness and support to victims of crimes. Mayor Levick made the following proclamation:
In honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and the passion that drives
Trails West CASA, Inc. to serve victims of crimes I issue a proclamation for
National Crime Victims’ Rights DAY on April 14, 2018.
In the aftermath of a crime, it is imperative that victims of all ages have access
to the resources they need to fully recover and be able to live life to its fullest.
When a crime does occur, we owe it to those who suffer in its aftermath to
uplift them, support them and stand beside them. This week, as we also
honor those dedicated to ensuring services and support are available for
victims of crime, let us rededicate ourselves to protecting crime victims’ rights
and upholding the basic belief that all people should be able to live safely and
free from fear, violence and intimidation.
I call upon all City of Oshkosh residents to observe this week by participating
on Saturday, April 14, 2018 events that raise awareness of victims’ rights and
services, and by volunteering to serve victims in their time of need.
____________________________
James R. Levick, Mayor
John Blume, representing Garden County Roads Department, discussed with the Mayor and Council the possibility of acquiring the east well when the City puts it in decommission. Garden County will have to first have contact NRD and proceed from there.
Mayor Levick opened the One & Six Year Street Improvement Program Hearing at 7:40 p.m. No person appeared in favor or against the program. Mayor Levick closed the hearing at 7:45 p.m.
Motion made by DeCock, seconded by Cook, to approve Resolution No. 02-18. A resolution on the One & Six Year Street Program. Motion carried unanimously.
Utility Superintendent Campbell reported that all the new meters had been installed and the new water system will be ready for use on February 12, 2018.
The Garden County Election Commissioner, Teresa McKeeman requested to place a drop box west of the Courthouse and south of Menghini’s building. A motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to table this until more information is available. Motion carried unanimously.
The Animal Control Report was reviewed.
Terry Davis, Councilman reported that Regional West Garden County Foundation has donated a cooler to the City Auditorium for public use.
Motion by Cook, seconded by Assmann, to adjourn the meeting at 8:22 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
________________________
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
In compliance with the Open Meetings Act of Nebraska, a current copy of the act is posted in the Council Chambers. Notice of this meeting was posted at City Hall, Garden County Courthouse, and Post Office. The agenda for this meeting was kept current and available for inspection at the office of the City Clerk.
Mayor Levick called the meeting to order and read the Open Meetings Act, LB 898.
Present were: Mayor, Jim Levick and Council Members: David Cook, Gary DeCock, Sarena Assmann, and Terry Davis. Also attending: Attorney, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone, Administrator, Bill Campbell, and City Clerk, LeAnn Brown.
Motion made by Davis, seconded by Cook, to approve the agenda, approve the minutes of the previous meeting and to waive the reading thereof. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by DeCock, seconded by Davis, to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried unanimously.
A motion by Cook, seconded by DeCock, to approve the following bills. Motion carried unanimously. Salaries-19,115.87, IRS-4,623.21, NE Dept. of Revenue-2,515.42, Ameriprise Financial-1,707.18, Bank of America-224.55, Black Hills Energy-1,514.47, Blue Cross Blue Shield-6,850.99, Central Dist.-46.50, CenturyLink-230.87, Eagle Auto-35.98, Garden Co. News-104.52, Kaleb Harms-75.00, Heartland Lumber-3.42, Hire Right-250.00, Jordan’s-913.83, Michelle Langley-23.82, Miller & Assoc.-33,545.20, Nationwide-197.25, NE Public Health-19.00, NPPD-4,924.03, NW Pipe-513.97, Office Service-307.99, Oshkosh Library-800.00, Oshkosh Superette-1,349.50, Oshkosh True Value-207.40, Scotty Ray-700.00, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone-850.00, Sedgwick Co. Sales-2,485.78, Valley Tire-530.03, Wheat Belt PPD-1,019.06
Visitors: Sharon Ott, Elizabeth Dyches, Karen Senyard, and John Blume
OLD BUSINESS:
A motion made by Davis, seconded by Cook, to approve Resolution No. 02-18. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 02-18
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oshkosh, in the State of Nebraska as follows:
Section 1. The current speed limit on Highway 26, Route 92, from mile marker 105-107 is too high for the safety of our children and citizens, driving and on foot, and for travelers traveling on this route.
Section 2. We hereby respectfully request the State of Nebraska review posted speed limits through the city and consider lowering the same.
Passed and approved this 8th day of February, 2018.
____________________________
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
NEW BUSINESS:
Sheriff Quinn was present to give the Sheriff’s Report.
Sharon Ott, came before the Mayor and Council representing Trails West CASA. Ms. Ott asked Mayor Levick to proclaim April 8-14th as National Crime Victims’ Rights Day on April 14, 2017, and to hang a banner in Oshkosh to bring heightened community awareness and support to victims of crimes. Mayor Levick made the following proclamation:
In honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and the passion that drives
Trails West CASA, Inc. to serve victims of crimes I issue a proclamation for
National Crime Victims’ Rights DAY on April 14, 2018.
In the aftermath of a crime, it is imperative that victims of all ages have access
to the resources they need to fully recover and be able to live life to its fullest.
When a crime does occur, we owe it to those who suffer in its aftermath to
uplift them, support them and stand beside them. This week, as we also
honor those dedicated to ensuring services and support are available for
victims of crime, let us rededicate ourselves to protecting crime victims’ rights
and upholding the basic belief that all people should be able to live safely and
free from fear, violence and intimidation.
I call upon all City of Oshkosh residents to observe this week by participating
on Saturday, April 14, 2018 events that raise awareness of victims’ rights and
services, and by volunteering to serve victims in their time of need.
____________________________
James R. Levick, Mayor
John Blume, representing Garden County Roads Department, discussed with the Mayor and Council the possibility of acquiring the east well when the City puts it in decommission. Garden County will have to first have contact NRD and proceed from there.
Mayor Levick opened the One & Six Year Street Improvement Program Hearing at 7:40 p.m. No person appeared in favor or against the program. Mayor Levick closed the hearing at 7:45 p.m.
Motion made by DeCock, seconded by Cook, to approve Resolution No. 02-18. A resolution on the One & Six Year Street Program. Motion carried unanimously.
Utility Superintendent Campbell reported that all the new meters had been installed and the new water system will be ready for use on February 12, 2018.
The Garden County Election Commissioner, Teresa McKeeman requested to place a drop box west of the Courthouse and south of Menghini’s building. A motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to table this until more information is available. Motion carried unanimously.
The Animal Control Report was reviewed.
Terry Davis, Councilman reported that Regional West Garden County Foundation has donated a cooler to the City Auditorium for public use.
Motion by Cook, seconded by Assmann, to adjourn the meeting at 8:22 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
________________________
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk