Creating Healthier Worksites

August 12, 2014 Leave a comment


Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department (ELVPHD) is pleased to highlight the successes of several businesses in Burt, Cuming, Madison and Stanton counties that they have worked with to create wellness programs over the past several years.   “We have had the pleasure to work with businesses throughout our four county area to help them get started with or expand upon worksite wellness programs that address the unique health goals of their workforce,” says Kori King, Public Health Nurse with Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department.

Three years ago, ELVPHD began contacting businesses to determine their interest in worksite wellness and offering the health department’s assistance in getting worksite wellness started or expanded. Over the years, many businesses signed on to the program and began their journey towards a healthier workplace including: Lower Elkhorn Natural Resource District (Norfolk), Beed Trucking (West Point), First National Bank Northeast (Lyons), Liberty Centre Services (Norfolk), Citizens State Bank (Wisner), Northeast Research and Extension Center (Norfolk) and Midtown Health Center (Norfolk). Over 200 employees took part in the worksite wellness efforts and many more individuals were reached as often spouses/family members participated in various ways as well.

Policy development was an important strategy to assist businesses with creating a healthier workplace environment.   Four of the companies implemented lactation break policies, 2 adopted paid exercise breaks and 3 implemented healthy vending policies. Additionally, most incorporated annual employee assessment and blood work screenings so wellness priorities for the upcoming year could be set. Finally, most of the businesses adopted ongoing challenges or newsletters to keep employees informed and motivated.

For more information about worksite wellness and how you can begin or expand wellness efforts please visit our website at www.elvphd.org or call 402-529-2233.

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West Nile Found in Madison County

August 12, 2014 Leave a comment


Two mosquito pools in Madison County testing positive for West Nile Virus have been reported to the Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department. There has been no West Nile activity reported in birds or humans at this time. West Nile cases in humans are most often reported as summer draws to an end during August and September. Humans get West Nile Virus after being bitten by an infected mosquito that was feeding on an infected bird.

The easiest way to prevent West Nile Virus is to prevent mosquito bites. Limit outdoor activities between dusk and dawn, use mosquito repellent, and wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors. Standing water should be removed as it provides a place for mosquito breeding. West Nile Virus has flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, and rash. Less than 1% of infected people will develop a severe illness. Older adults and people with compromised immune systems are at the highest risk for becoming seriously ill if infected with West Nile. Contact the Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department at 402-529-2233 for more information.

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Bancroft Senior Center News

August 11, 2014 Leave a comment


* The senior center provides Information and Assistance to any individual who is looking for services for themselves or another person 60 years and older, the center manager and/or center participant can provide information to individuals on services available within the community. We link individuals to the services and opportunities that are available within or beyond the community itself. We will then establish adequate follow-up procedures to see that their needs were met. For more information call 402-648-3387.

*If you are 60 years and older 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.

* 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.

 

Farmers Market

The Bancroft farmers market is held each week on Friday and Saturday mornings from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. located by the community bulletin board. All vendors are welcome to sell baked goods, jellies, farm fresh eggs, honey, garden produce etc. No charge to participate in the farmers market. For more information contact Connie at 402-648-3387.

 

Weekly Activities:

Wed. Aug. 13: Melody chimers practice at 9:00. The pitch tournament is at 1:30; remember to sign up if you want to play.

Thurs. Aug. 14: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. The pinochle tournament will start at 1:30.

Fri. Aug. 15: Join us for chair exercises at 10:00.The farmers market is happening by the community bulletin board; selling from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. today and Sat. at the same time. All vendors are welcome to come sell that day. The monthly birthday party is at 1:30, lunch is served about 3:30.

Mon. Aug.18: The caregiver support group meets at 2:00. We will be having a pancake and French toast supper serving from 5:30 – 6:45, the community is welcome to attend.

Tues. Aug. 19: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30.

Wed. Aug. 20: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. The golf card tournament is at 1:30.

 

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A Beautiful Super Moon With a Few Clouds

August 11, 2014 Leave a comment


More of the Super Moon from last night. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

More of the Super Moon from last night. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Lyons City Council Meeting Agenda

August 11, 2014 Leave a comment


A Copy of the “Open Meetings Act” Has Been Posted on the Bulletin Board on the North Side in the Council Chambers.

 

LYONS CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA

August 12, 2014 – 5:30 P.M.

 

The City Council reserves the right to go into Executive Session at any time as deemed appropriate and in accordance with State Statute.

 

  1. ROUTINE BUSINESS

 

  1. Meeting called to order.

 

  1.        PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

  1.      CONSENT AGENDA

Recommended Action: Approval of Consent Agenda

NOTE: All items are automatically approved when the Consent Agenda is approved unless moved to the Regular Agenda by the request of any single Council member.

  1. Dispense with reading of minutes of meeting held July 1.
  2. Claims as presented.
  3. Treasurer report.

Motion and second to approve the Consent Agenda/Tabulation of Vote.

 

  1. REGULAR AGENDA

Consideration and Action:

 

 

  1. Kevin Prior of Olsson Associates – Update on swimming pool.
    1. Approve/not approve Change Order #2 for $29,241.30 for the curb and gutter along South 1st Ave, the installation of the flag pole, and two bench pads outside the fenced area of the pool.

1. Motion and second from Council members.

2. Tabulation of votes.

  1. Approve/not approve Change Order #3 for $14,806.46 for addition of concrete parking spaces north of the pool.

1. Motion and second from Council members.

2. Tabulation of votes.

  1. Approve/not approve Change Order #4 for $13,032 for the retaining wall by the Pump House; island and countertop in office of Bath House.

1. Motion and second from Council members.

2. Tabulation of votes.

  1. Approve/not approve Change Order #5 for $???? for the minor changes on the project which required a credit or an extra cost.

1. Motion and second from Council members.

2. Tabulation of votes.

 

  1. Chad Kehrt of Olsson Associates – Update on Lyons Community Center.
    1. Approve/not approve Pay Request #3 for $16,709.40 to Fauss Construction on Lyons Community Center.
  1. Motion and second from Council Members.
  2. Tabulation of votes.

 

  1. Jennifer Dolezal of Dolezal’s Hunting Depot – discuss putting up a “No Parking – Loading Zone Only” sign in the alley by their business.

 

  1. Authorize drawdown #3 of CDBG funds in the amount of $57,343.54 to NED Inc to pay Brehmer Mfg on 2nd expansion.
    1. Approve/not approve.
    2. Tabulation of votes.

LYONS CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA

August 12, 2014 – 5:30 P.M.

 

  1. Police report by Chief Buck.

 

  1. Library & Grant reports by Mike Heavrin.

 

  1. Utilities report.
  1. 430 Pearl St.
  2. 405 S 3rd
  3. Main St Lights Project.
  4. Wastewater Facility Electric Project.
  5. 6th & Diamond St Drainage.
  6. Three Rivers house.
  7. Water Tower.
  8. Brink Park Electric.
  9. Grant St Sewer.

 

  1. Clerk’s Report.
  1. Income Statement – General.
  2. Income Statement – Utility.
  3. Budget Reports – General and Utility.
  4. For 2014/2015 Budget purposes, what percent increase for wages?
  5. Set up a budget workshop meeting the week of August 18 to 22.
  6. Pool bond interest.
  7. Approve/not approve number of years and effective which fiscal year.
  8. Motion and second by Council members.
  9. Tabulation of votes.

 

  1. Approve/not approve Resolution 2014-3: Designating Bank for Deposits and Authorizing Signers for Necessary or Appropriate Bank Transactions for All City of Lyons Accounts per the Bank Corporate Authorization Resolution.
    1. Motion and second by Council members.
    2. Tabulation of votes.

 

  1. Approve/not approve building permit to Ross Bacon for a grain bin at 1923 Hwy 77, Lyons, NE. The Planning Commission recommends approval.
    1. Motion and second by Council members.
    2. Tabulation of votes.

 

  1. Discuss reimbursing the Pool Personnel for training expenses for pool operator, lifeguarding and/or CPR taken this year for the 2014 season.
    1. Approve/not approve.
  2. Motion and second by Council members.
  3. Tabulation of votes.

 

  1. Discuss janitorial services of the Lyons Community Center while under construction and after.
    1. Motion and second by Council members.
    2. Tabulation of votes.

 

  1. Motion and second by Council members to adjourn the meeting.
  2. Tabulation of vote.

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Grain Prices

August 11, 2014 Leave a comment


-The USDA will issue their August Supply and Demand report tomorrow morning at 11:00am. The yield numbers will be monitored closely as this is the first report this year that will incorporate field data into yield estimates. Metrics such as harvestable ears, ear weight, and kernel counts where appropriate will be used to determine what yields could look like under normal growing conditions.

 

-Traders will position themselves ahead of tomorrow morning’s trade. Overall, we shouldn’t see any convincing moves either direction ahead of tomorrow.

 

-Soybeans had a nice finish Friday, which could provide a nice opportunity for producers to get some more harvest sales on prior to tomorrow’s numbers.

 

Markets 8/11/14 @ 9:56am

Sept Corn +5 @ 3.57

Dec Corn +4 @ 3.80 ½

 

Nov Beans – ½ @ 10.84 ¼

 

Strategy: Consider locking in a sale or using options to lock in a floor prior to the report.

 

 

For more information contact:

 

Greg Mockenhaupt

Risk Management Consultant

Central Valley Ag – ProEdge

1007 County Road O

Oakland, NE 68045

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Super Moon Graces the Evening Sky

August 10, 2014 Leave a comment


A beautiful and very bright Super Moon graced the Sunday evening sky. Both Photos Credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

A beautiful and very bright Super Moon graced the Sunday evening sky. Both Photos Credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Nebraska Enterprise Fund Awarded Economic Development Grant

August 10, 2014 Leave a comment


Nebraska Enterprise Fund (NEF) of Oakland Nebraska has been awarded a $25,000 economic development grant. FHLBank, a wholesale financial institution of which First National Bank Northeast is a member, awarded the grant through its Joint Opportunities for Building Success (JOBS) program. JOBS help financial institutions throughout Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma promotes jobs and economic growth in their communities. Roy Miller, President of First National Bank Northeast, stated “I am proud to sponsor the $25,000 grant to the Nebraska Enterprise Fund, as they have had positive impact on many small business entities in our rural area.  It is with combined efforts that business succeed, and the NEF is a good partner in that success.”

The JOBS grant will provide NEF with the opportunity to engage in Board Development exercises to strengthen the governance and supervision of NEF. A portion of the grant will be designated for the development of the strategic plan and key outcomes along with the development and strengthening of the NEF board. The balance of the funding will be designated as loan loss reserve allowing NEF to leverage additional SBA funds and maintain a healthy Loan Loss Reserve fund that supports NEF in the future as it better leverages its existing resources.

 

FHLBank Topeka is one of 12 wholesale banks nationwide that provide liquidity and various programs that help community financial institutions meet the residential housing finance and economic development needs of their communities. FHLBank Topeka awarded nearly $1 million in JOBS funding in 2014 and serves more than 790 members throughout Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma.

 

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Correction on Herdsmanship Results From Fair

August 9, 2014 Leave a comment


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Kiddie Tractor Peddling at Burt County Fair

August 9, 2014 Leave a comment


Little ones enjoyed riding a tractor pulling a load behind them, seeing how far they could ride. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Little ones enjoyed riding a tractor pulling a load behind them, seeing how far they could ride. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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