Governor Ricketts Announces Burt County as a Livestock Friendly County


Governor Pete Ricketts announced that Burt County had become the newest county in the state to be designated as a Livestock Friendly County (LFC) through a program administered by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA).

 

“Burt County has a rich history in agriculture, and the livestock industry generates millions of dollars in income for the county’s farm and ranch families,” said Gov. Ricketts.  “By seeking the Livestock Friendly County designation, the county is sending the message that they want to continue to grow both their county and the state through livestock development.”

 

Created in 2003 by the Nebraska Legislature, the LFC program is designed to recognize counties in the state that support the expansion of the livestock industry.  In 2014, livestock receipts in the state comprised over half of the almost $25 billion of Nebraska’s total on-farm receipts.  The LFC designation gives counties an extra promotional tool to encourage expansion of current livestock operations and attract new businesses that spur local economies.

 

“Adding new or expanding existing livestock operations can offer opportunities for family members in Burt County to return back to the family operation,” said NDA Director Greg Ibach.  “Livestock development will also increase local demand for the large stocks of corn, soybeans and grain sorghum produced by Burt County farmers.”

 

With the addition of Burt County, there are now 37 counties designated as Livestock Friendly through the state program.

 

Counties wishing to apply for the LFC designation must hold a public hearing and the county board must pass a resolution to apply for the designation.  Then a completed application must be submitted to NDA.  Local producers or groups can encourage county officials to apply.

 

Additional information about the Livestock Friendly County program is available on the NDA website at www.nda.nebraska.gov or by calling 800-422-6692.

Governor Pete Ricketts attended the Burt County Fair designating Burt County Livestock Friendly. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Governor Pete Ricketts attended the Burt County Fair designating Burt County Livestock Friendly. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Dave Schold of the Burt County Board of Supervisors spoke on behalf of Burt County being Livestock Friendly.

Dave Schold of the Burt County Board of Supervisors spoke on behalf of Burt County being Livestock Friendly.

Nebraska Senator Lydia Brasch attended the event honoring Burt County's Livestock Friendly appointment. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Nebraska Senator Lydia Brasch attended the event honoring Burt County’s Livestock Friendly appointment. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

David Pearson of the Burt County Fair Board shared in the enthusiasm of Burt County joining other counties in Nebraska as Livestock Friendly. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

David Pearson of the Burt County Fair Board shared in the enthusiasm of Burt County joining other counties in Nebraska as Livestock Friendly. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Caregiver Support Group to Meet at Bancroft Senior Center


The monthly Caregiver Support Group will meet at the Bancroft Senior Center, Monday, August 15 at 2:00 p.m. We discuss a variety of topics at these meetings.

The personal information shared by the caregivers, during the meeting, is kept confidential. All caregivers are invited to attend.

Build Your Own Hamburger Fundraiser at Bancroft Senior Center


The Bancroft senior center will be having a Build your own Hamburger, picnic style fund raiser including a salad bar and an ice cream sundae bar on Sunday, August 28, serving from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m.

We invite you to come and show your support for the 60 plus population in our community and surrounding areas. We provide many services they need and we want to continue to do so.

News From Bancroft Senior Center


Bancroft Senior Center News by Connie Bargmann

*If you are 60+ and need information on programs designed to help keep you in your home longer or if you need legal help, contact Connie at 402-648-3387 or in the evening at 402-648-7648. There are no membership fees or attendance requirements and new faces are always welcome.

* We have the following medical equipment to loan out on an as need basis, wheel chair, bath seats, toilet seat riser and portable toilet chair, crutches or walkers. Call 402-648-3387 during office hours.

Meals on Wheels

*Would you like to get Meals on Wheels? Anyone over the age of 60 years and lives within the city limits are eligible for these meals. You may sign up anytime for the Meals on Wheels program; you can get the meals delivered however many times you want them each week. You must call 402-687-2332 before 8:30 a.m. if you want a meal that day. The suggested donation for the meals is $4.00.

 

Weekly Activities:

Wed. Aug. 17: Melody chimers will practice at 9:00 a.m. Sign up to play 5-handed pinochle at 1:30 p.m.

Thurs. Aug. 18: Tai Chi class at 9:30 a.m. and walking club at 10:40 a.m. Rolls and coffee from 9-11 a.m. FROG exercise class at 1:00 p.m. Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30 p.m.

Fri. Aug. 19: Come and help the birthday honorees celebrate their birthdays at 1:30 p.m.; they will play pitch and hand & foot. Lunch is served at 3:30 p.m.

Mon. Aug. 22: FROG exercises at 12:45 and pitch tournament at 1:30 p.m. Make your reservation for the pork loin dinner tomorrow.

Tues. Aug. 23: Tai Chi class is at 9:30 a.m. Stop in for coffee at 10:00 a.m. Walking exercises 10:40 a.m. The meal for today is pork loin, potatoes, coleslaw and cake.

Wed. Aug 24: Melody chimers will practice at 9:00 p.m. Coffee time 10:15 a.m. Join us at 1:30 for cards.

Duane F. Ahlers, 77


Duane F. Ahlers, 77, passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at Legacy Garden Rehabilitation and Living Center.

Funeral services are pending with Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home.

Stuffed Animal Prizes From the Burt County Fair Brings a Big Smile


Penelope Tran loves her stuffed animal prizes from the games at the Burt County Fair. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Penelope Tran loves her stuffed animal prizes from the games at the Burt County Fair. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Oakland City Council Meeting Agenda


 REGULAR MEETING

CITY COUNCIL

CITY OF OAKLAND, NEBRASKA

 

MEETING NOTICE:

            NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oakland, Nebraska, will be held at 5:30 on Monday August 15th 2016 at the Municipal Building, 401 North Oakland Avenue in Oakland, Nebraska for the regular monthly meeting.

An agenda for such meeting, kept continuously current is available for public inspection at the office of the City Clerk. Except for items of an emergency nature, the agenda shall not be enlarged later than twenty-four hours before the scheduled commencement of the meeting.

______________________________________________________________________________

PRELIMINARY AGENDA

I.                        CALL TO ORDER

 

A.   Roll Call

B.   Establishment of a Quorum

C.   Reminder of Open Meeting Laws/Poster

D.   Approval July 18th & August 1st, 2016 meeting minutes

E.    Treasurer’s Report

 

  1. SCHEDULED CITIZENS AND VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL

F.    Kathy Backer- Responsible Beverage Server Training and Melanie Thompson- quarantine and isolation laws in Nebraska and the training opportunities that are available to government and elected officials

G.   Connie Peterson- Request to block off street for anniversary party on October 8th, 2016.

 

  • COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS

H.   Police Report

I.     Street department

J.     All departments

 

IV.                    OLD BUSINESS

 

V.                      NEW BUSINESS

K.   Consideration of Resolution 2016-11, Oakland Public Transportation System

L.    Consideration of Ordinance 701, TO REGULATE PARKING;

M. Consideration of Ordnance 702; TO REGULATE ANIMAL WASTE;

 

VI.                    INFORMATION ITEM

N.   Special budget meeting date- date to approve budget

 

 

 

  • DISCUSSION

O.   New Street department loader

P.    New location for siren

Q.   New park restroom

 

  • CLOSED SESSION

 

  1. APPROVAL OF OPERATIONS BILLS AND WARRANTS

Approval by motion

  1. ADJOURNMENT

Registered Agenda Speakers

                  The Mayor or Presiding Meeting Officer reserves the right to deny this request, or will call you to the center front podium when your agenda Item is ready to be heard. Presentations, if allowed, may be limited to five (5) minutes per person, with a limit of three (3) individuals speaking per topic position. Please come to the center front podium, and clearly state your name and address for the record and the agenda topic you wish to speak upon in a professional manner.

                  The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to enter into an executive session at any time during the meeting, in accordance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, even though the closed session may not be indicated on the agenda.

                  It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council to take up the items on the agenda in sequential order. However, the Mayor and City Council reserve the right to take up matters in a different order to accommodate the schedules of the city council members, persons having items on the agenda, and the public

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Oakland-Craig Board of Education Meeting Agenda


OAKLAND-CRAIG PUBLIC SCHOOLS

BOARD OF EDUCATION

MEETING AGENDA

Monday, August 15, 2016 @ 8:00 p.m.

 

To be held in the Board Meeting Room in the Elementary Building.

A copy of the agenda, kept continuously current, is available for inspection at the Office of the Superintendent of Schools during regular business hours.

  1. ROUTINE AGENDA
  2. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER

 

Call the Meeting to Order at _______p.m. – President Pete Thiele

  1. Note the Nebraska Open Meetings Law

 

  1. Notice of this meeting was properly posted and/or published by advance Public Notice in accordance with Board Policy #2008 with notice and advance agenda given to the President of the Board and all members prior to the meeting date.

 

 

  1. EXCUSED ABSENCES

 

________________moved that ­­­____________________ is absent, excused.

 

_____________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call vote:   _____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille ______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

 

Voting Results:   For Motion_________ Against Motion__________ Other _________

 

 

  1. ROLL CALL

 

_____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille

______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

 

 

  1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

 

_____________________ moved that the agenda be approved as presented.

 

________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call Vote: _____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille ______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

Voting Results:     For Motion _____     Against Motion______   Other ______

 

  1. II. REGULAR AGENDA

 

  1. WELCOMING OF VISITORS BY PRESIDENT PETE THIELE

 

We would ask that any person who wishes to make public comments to come forward to the Board of Education and state your name. Each person shall be allowed to address the board one time. We request that you limit your comments to five minutes or less and we will advise you when that five-minute period has elapsed. Generally, the Board may limit the overall time period for public comment to a 60 minute maximum. The time limits may be changed by a majority of the board members in attendance to extend the time for a specific item or speaker. Please remember that this is a public meeting to conduct the business of the Oakland-Craig Public School District. Offensive language, personal attacks and hostile conduct will no be tolerated. You should be further advised that there is no legal protection for any comments that are made.

 

Public Comment:

 

 

 

 

 

  1. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 2016 CLAIMS FROM THE GENERAL FUND

 

_______________­­­­­­­­­­­­ ­­moved that the August 2016 claims from the General Fund, in the amount of $73,671.69 be approved as presented.

 

_______________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call Vote:

 

_____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille ______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

 

Voting Results:     For Motion ______     Against Motion________   Other ________

 

  1. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 2016 CLAIMS FROM THE BUILDING FUND

 

_______________­­­­­­­­­­­­ ­­moved that the August 2016 claims from the Building Fund, in the amount of $131,376.85 be approved as presented.

 

_______________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call Vote:

 

_____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille ______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

Voting Results:     For Motion ______     Against Motion________   Other ________

 

  1. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 2016 CLAIMS FROM THE LUNCH FUND

 

_______________­­­­­­­­­­­­ ­­moved that the August 2016 claims from the Lunch Fund, in the amount of $1,950.87 be approved as presented.

 

_______________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call Vote:

 

_____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille ______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

 

Voting Results:     For Motion ______     Against Motion________   Other ________

 

 

  1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE JULY 7, 2016 SPECIAL MEETING, JULY 11, 2016 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING AND THE JULY 18, 2016 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

 

_____________________ moved to approve the minutes from the July 7, 2016 Special Meeting, July 11, 2016 School Board Meeting and July 18 Special Meeting, as presented.

 

___________________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call Vote: _____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille ______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

 

Voting Results:     For Motion ______     Against Motion________   Other ________

 

 

  1. BUDGET HEARING, PROPERTY TAX LEVY HEARING AND SEPTEMBER SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

_____________________ moved to set the date of the Budget Hearing for September 12th, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. with the Property Tax Levy Hearing immediately following and the regular monthly School Board Meeting to immediately follow the Property Tax Levy Hearing.

 

_____________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll/Call Vote:

 

_____Anderson          _____B. Johnson     _____K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson     _____ Pille

_____Ray       _____Richards     _____Schmidt     _____Thiele

 

 

Voting Results: For Motion _____ Against Motion _____     Other _____

  1. POLICY REVIEW AND POSSIBLE ADOPTION

 

_____________________ moved that Policy 2005 “Conflict of Interest”, Policy 3014 “Use of School Property”, Policy 3018 “Denial of Access to School Premises”, Policy 3038 “Procurement, Suspension and Debarment, Policy 4051 “Use of Social Media by Staff and District”, Policy 4060 “School Vehicle Use”, Policy 5004 “Option Enrollment”, Policy 5016 “Student Records”, and Policy 5063 “Recording Policy” be approved as presented.

 

_____________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll/Call Vote:

_____Anderson          _____B. Johnson     _____K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson     _____ Pille

 

_____Ray       _____Richards     _____Schmidt     _____Thiele

 

 

Voting Results: For Motion _____ Against Motion _____     Other _____

 

 

 

  1. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

 

Jess Bland, Elementary Principal

 

 

 

Rusty Droescher, Secondary Principal

 

 

 

Jeff Smith, Superintendent

 

 

 

 

 

  1. EXECUTIVE SESSION (If Necessary)

 

_____________________ moved to enter into Executive Session at ____________p.m.

 

__________________________ seconded the motion.

 

___________________________ reaffirmed the reason for the closed session.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call Vote:

 

_____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille

______Ray ____Richards   ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

 

 

Voting Results: For Motion _______   Against Motion________   Other ________

 

 

 

  1. RESUME REGULAR SESSION

 

___________________ moved to resume Regular Session at ______p.m.

 

______________________ seconded the motion.

 

Discussion:

 

Roll Call Vote:

 

_____ Anderson   _____B. Johnson   _____ K. Johnson     _____ Magnusson   _____ Pille

______Ray ____Richards  ______Schmidt   ______Thiele

 

 

Voting Results: For Motion _______   Against Motion________   Other ________

 

 

 

III. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business on the agenda of this meeting, President Thiele adjourned this meeting at _________p.m.