City of Oshkosh Minutes August 11, 2020
The City of Oshkosh Mayor and City Council met for regular session on August 11, 2020 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, Courthouse, and Post Office. Notice of this meeting was advertised in the Garden County News. 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, Council Members: Gary DeCock, Sarena Assmann, and Terry Davis. Absent: Mike Piva. Also attending: Administrator, Bill Campbell, Attorney, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone, and Clerk, LeAnn Brown.
Motion made by Davis, seconded by DeCock, 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 Assmann, to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried unanimously.
A motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to approve the following bills. Motion carried unanimously. Salaries-16,733.72, IRS-4,614.51, NE Dept. of Revenue-3,916.12, Aflac-85.95, Ameriprise Financial-1,701.00, Bank of America-281.15, Black Hills Energy-177.48, Blue Cross Blue Shield-9,696.36, Bytes-64.00, Campbell Drug-4.90, CenturyLink-195.88, Cheyenne Skin Care-1,200.00, Cummins Sales-1,047.67, Enviro Service-20.00, Garden Co.- News-198.95, GCSO-37.22, Garden Co. Register of Deeds-12.00, Hydrotex-356.90, League of Municipalities-1,248.39, RJ Meyer-3,500.00, Moffat Land-100.00, Municipal Supply-31.17, Nationwide-190.75, NMMP-550.00, NE Public Health-38.00, NPPD-3,196.88, Northwest Pipe-80.11, Oshkosh ACE Hardware-155.98, Regional West Hospital-413.84, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone-850.00, Sedgwick Co. Sales-3,992.76, Jerry Smith-700.00, Southwestern Equipment-218.83, Spic & Span Cleaners-430.00, Valley Tire-1,241.53, Wheat Belt PPD-1,913.22, Whiskeyboard Construction-157.50,
OLD BUSINESS:
The Health Board Report was gone over. Letters will be sent to code violators.
A motion by Davis, seconded by DeCock, to approve Existence of a Nuisance Resolutions 07-20 through 13-20. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 07- 13-20
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oshkosh, in the State of Nebraska as follows:
Section 1. That pursuant to its authority under 5-3.4 of the Ordinances of the City of Oshkosh, the Health Board has investigated, confirmed and presented the existence of nuisances to the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oshkosh for their consideration.
Section 2. These resolutions shall stand as a statement of the Mayor and City Council that there does exist at:
201 WEST 3RD STREET – RESOLUTION NO.07-20
1001 MAIN STREET – RESOLUTION NO. 08-20
404 WEST AVENUE M – RESOLUTION NO. 09-20
1016 EAST 2ND STREET – RESOLUTION NO. 10-20
204 WEST AVENUE J – RESOLUTION NO. 11-20
410 EAST AVENUE H – RESOLUTION NO. 12-20
1310 WEST 3RD STREET – RESOLUTION NO. 13-20
Section 3. These resolutions do hereby authorize the City Attorney to proceed with Administrative Procedure of abatement as set forth in 5-3.7 of the Ordinances of the City of Oshkosh.
Adopted this 13th day of August, 2020.
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
Mayor Levick discussed with the Council the process of applying for a grant for a radar speed limit sign.
Motion by Assmann, seconded by DeCock, to approve Ordinance No. 434. Motion carried unanimously.
CITY OF OSHKOSH
ORDINANCE NO. 434
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, GARDEN COUNTY, NEBRASKA TO REPEAL AND REPLACE ORDINANCE 5-2.6.2 PROHIBITING IGNITING FIREWORKS EXCEPT ON CERTAIN DAYS AND TIMES, TO ESTABLISH ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES AND PROVIDE WHEN THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.
5-2.6.2 It shall be unlawful for any person to ignite or cause to be exploded fireworks or firecrackers of any description whatsoever, except that permitted fireworks may be ignited between June 24 and July 3 of each year between the hours of 9 am and 10 pm and July 4 between the hours of 9 am and 12 midnight.
Any person or entity who violates this ordinance shall guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be fined in an amount not exceeding five hundred ($500.00) dollars for each such offense.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect following approval by City Council and signed by the Mayor.
James Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
NEW BUSINESS:
Sheriff Deputies, Ryan Dean and Jake Seibert presented the July Sheriff’s Report.
The Animal Control Report was reviewed.
Chris Miller, Miller & Associates, went over the Sewer Project bids with the Mayor and Council. A motion by Davis, seconded by DeCock, to award the bid to Meyers Construction for $2,213,335.78. Motion carried unanimously.
After much discussion, Assmann made a motion to approve a Livestock Permit to Ashley Holbrook at 410 West Ave O. Motion died for a lack of a second motion.
Derek Petersen’s Fowl Permit was tabled until the next regular meeting.
A discussion was held on the 2020-2021 budget.
Motion by DeCock, seconded by Davis, to approve Resolution No. 14-20. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 14-20
WHEREAS, The City of Oshkosh is a member of the League Association of Risk Management (LARM);
WHEREAS, Section 8.10 of the Interlocal Agreement for the Establishment and Operation of the League Association of Risk Management provides that a member may voluntarily terminate its participation in LARM by written notice of termination given to LARM and the Nebraska Director of Insurance at least 90 days prior to the desired termination given to and that members may agree to extend the required termination notice beyond 90 days in order to realize reduced excess coverage costs, stability of contribution rates and efficiency in operation of LARM; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of LARM has adopted a plan to provide contribution credits in consideration of certain agreements by member of LARM.
BE IT RESOLVED that the governing body of The City of Oshkosh, Nebraska, in consideration
of the contribution credits provided under the LARM Board’s plan, agrees to:
Provide written notice termination of least 180 days prior to the desired termination date, which
date shall be no sooner than September 30, 2023. (180 day and 3-year commitment; 5% discount)
Adopted this 13th day of August, 2020
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
Motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to approve building permits for Eddie Vargas, Dan Lane, Allison Roberts, Jean Long, Glenda Schoch and Randy Stanczyk. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Davis, seconded by Assmann, to approve the Proposed Amendments to the League “Articles of Incorporation” and “By-Laws” of the League of Nebraska Municipalities and by voting “for” Proposed Actions 1, 2, & 3 on the “regular Member Ballot”; to authorize the Mayor to sign the “Regular Member Ballot”. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to adjourn the meeting at 8:56 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, Courthouse, and Post Office. Notice of this meeting was advertised in the Garden County News. 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, Council Members: Gary DeCock, Sarena Assmann, and Terry Davis. Absent: Mike Piva. Also attending: Administrator, Bill Campbell, Attorney, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone, and Clerk, LeAnn Brown.
Motion made by Davis, seconded by DeCock, 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 Assmann, to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried unanimously.
A motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to approve the following bills. Motion carried unanimously. Salaries-16,733.72, IRS-4,614.51, NE Dept. of Revenue-3,916.12, Aflac-85.95, Ameriprise Financial-1,701.00, Bank of America-281.15, Black Hills Energy-177.48, Blue Cross Blue Shield-9,696.36, Bytes-64.00, Campbell Drug-4.90, CenturyLink-195.88, Cheyenne Skin Care-1,200.00, Cummins Sales-1,047.67, Enviro Service-20.00, Garden Co.- News-198.95, GCSO-37.22, Garden Co. Register of Deeds-12.00, Hydrotex-356.90, League of Municipalities-1,248.39, RJ Meyer-3,500.00, Moffat Land-100.00, Municipal Supply-31.17, Nationwide-190.75, NMMP-550.00, NE Public Health-38.00, NPPD-3,196.88, Northwest Pipe-80.11, Oshkosh ACE Hardware-155.98, Regional West Hospital-413.84, Mary Kay Robinson-Boone-850.00, Sedgwick Co. Sales-3,992.76, Jerry Smith-700.00, Southwestern Equipment-218.83, Spic & Span Cleaners-430.00, Valley Tire-1,241.53, Wheat Belt PPD-1,913.22, Whiskeyboard Construction-157.50,
OLD BUSINESS:
The Health Board Report was gone over. Letters will be sent to code violators.
A motion by Davis, seconded by DeCock, to approve Existence of a Nuisance Resolutions 07-20 through 13-20. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 07- 13-20
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oshkosh, in the State of Nebraska as follows:
Section 1. That pursuant to its authority under 5-3.4 of the Ordinances of the City of Oshkosh, the Health Board has investigated, confirmed and presented the existence of nuisances to the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oshkosh for their consideration.
Section 2. These resolutions shall stand as a statement of the Mayor and City Council that there does exist at:
201 WEST 3RD STREET – RESOLUTION NO.07-20
1001 MAIN STREET – RESOLUTION NO. 08-20
404 WEST AVENUE M – RESOLUTION NO. 09-20
1016 EAST 2ND STREET – RESOLUTION NO. 10-20
204 WEST AVENUE J – RESOLUTION NO. 11-20
410 EAST AVENUE H – RESOLUTION NO. 12-20
1310 WEST 3RD STREET – RESOLUTION NO. 13-20
Section 3. These resolutions do hereby authorize the City Attorney to proceed with Administrative Procedure of abatement as set forth in 5-3.7 of the Ordinances of the City of Oshkosh.
Adopted this 13th day of August, 2020.
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
Mayor Levick discussed with the Council the process of applying for a grant for a radar speed limit sign.
Motion by Assmann, seconded by DeCock, to approve Ordinance No. 434. Motion carried unanimously.
CITY OF OSHKOSH
ORDINANCE NO. 434
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, GARDEN COUNTY, NEBRASKA TO REPEAL AND REPLACE ORDINANCE 5-2.6.2 PROHIBITING IGNITING FIREWORKS EXCEPT ON CERTAIN DAYS AND TIMES, TO ESTABLISH ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES AND PROVIDE WHEN THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.
5-2.6.2 It shall be unlawful for any person to ignite or cause to be exploded fireworks or firecrackers of any description whatsoever, except that permitted fireworks may be ignited between June 24 and July 3 of each year between the hours of 9 am and 10 pm and July 4 between the hours of 9 am and 12 midnight.
Any person or entity who violates this ordinance shall guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be fined in an amount not exceeding five hundred ($500.00) dollars for each such offense.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect following approval by City Council and signed by the Mayor.
James Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
NEW BUSINESS:
Sheriff Deputies, Ryan Dean and Jake Seibert presented the July Sheriff’s Report.
The Animal Control Report was reviewed.
Chris Miller, Miller & Associates, went over the Sewer Project bids with the Mayor and Council. A motion by Davis, seconded by DeCock, to award the bid to Meyers Construction for $2,213,335.78. Motion carried unanimously.
After much discussion, Assmann made a motion to approve a Livestock Permit to Ashley Holbrook at 410 West Ave O. Motion died for a lack of a second motion.
Derek Petersen’s Fowl Permit was tabled until the next regular meeting.
A discussion was held on the 2020-2021 budget.
Motion by DeCock, seconded by Davis, to approve Resolution No. 14-20. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 14-20
WHEREAS, The City of Oshkosh is a member of the League Association of Risk Management (LARM);
WHEREAS, Section 8.10 of the Interlocal Agreement for the Establishment and Operation of the League Association of Risk Management provides that a member may voluntarily terminate its participation in LARM by written notice of termination given to LARM and the Nebraska Director of Insurance at least 90 days prior to the desired termination given to and that members may agree to extend the required termination notice beyond 90 days in order to realize reduced excess coverage costs, stability of contribution rates and efficiency in operation of LARM; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of LARM has adopted a plan to provide contribution credits in consideration of certain agreements by member of LARM.
BE IT RESOLVED that the governing body of The City of Oshkosh, Nebraska, in consideration
of the contribution credits provided under the LARM Board’s plan, agrees to:
Provide written notice termination of least 180 days prior to the desired termination date, which
date shall be no sooner than September 30, 2023. (180 day and 3-year commitment; 5% discount)
Adopted this 13th day of August, 2020
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk
Motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to approve building permits for Eddie Vargas, Dan Lane, Allison Roberts, Jean Long, Glenda Schoch and Randy Stanczyk. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Davis, seconded by Assmann, to approve the Proposed Amendments to the League “Articles of Incorporation” and “By-Laws” of the League of Nebraska Municipalities and by voting “for” Proposed Actions 1, 2, & 3 on the “regular Member Ballot”; to authorize the Mayor to sign the “Regular Member Ballot”. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Assmann, seconded by Davis, to adjourn the meeting at 8:56 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
James R. Levick, Mayor
ATTEST:
LeAnn Brown, City Clerk