Oakland City Council Meeting Agenda

July 18, 2016 Leave a comment


 

 

 

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 July 18th, 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 June 20th, 2016 meeting minutes

E.    Treasurer’s Report

 

  1. SCHEDULED CITIZENS AND VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL

F.    Swedish Heritage Center- Asking to budget for Utilities

G.   Phil Lorenzen-D.A. Davidson & Company

H.   Tim Adams- Pay Estimate #5 & Change Order # 1

I.     Debbie Anderson- update on Byway of Arts

J.     Sue Beckner- Garden Club

 

  • COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS

K.   Police Report

L.    Library Report

M. All departments

 

IV.                    OLD BUSINESS

 

V.                      NEW BUSINESS

N.   1.  Consider Refunding of Series 2011 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2011

     a.     Consideration of Resolution of call of 2011 GO Bonds

     b.    Passage and adoption of Bond Ordinance for issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2011

O.   Consider Refunding of Series 2011 General Obligation Swimming Pool Refunding Bonds, Series 2011

     a.     Consideration of Resolution of call of 2011 GO Swimming Pool Bonds

     b.    Passage and adoption of Bond Ordinance for issuance of General Obligation Swimming Pool Refunding Bonds, Series 2011

P.    Oakland Chamber of Commerce- Consideration of support for the Party in the Park by donating to the firework display

Q.   Resolution 2016-9 Renewal Resolution for LARM insuarnce

 

VI.                    INFORMATION ITEM

 

 

  • DISCUSSION

R.

                 

  • 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 City Council June Meeting Minutes

July 18, 2016 Leave a comment


Minutes of City Council Meeting

City of Oakland, NE

Regular Meeting

 

A meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oakland, Nebraska was convened in open and public session at 5:30 p.m. on June 20th, 2016 at the Oakland Auditorium. This was the regular monthly meeting. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ted Beckner. On roll call, Council members Denise Gilliland, Matt Johnson, Greg Mockenhaup. Luke Blanc was absent.

Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by the posting of a notice, one of the designated methods for giving notice, as shown by the certification of posting attached to these minutes. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the notice to the Mayor and City Council.

Mayor Beckner reminded all present of the location of the Open Meeting Laws poster in the back of the Rosen Room and stated that the council would be conducting business in accordance with said law.

The minutes of the May 16th, 2016 meeting were presented. M. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes as presented and D. Gilliand seconded. All council members voted AYE.

The treasurer’s report for June 2016 was presented and questions answered. M. Johnson made a motion to accept the treasurer report and D. Gilliland seconded. All council voted AYE.

Tim Adams, with JEO, spoke with the council about the progress of the sewer project. M. Johnson made a motion to approve pay schedule 4 for $132,135.74 to Midwest Underground. G. Mockenhaupt seconded the motion. All council member present voted AYE.

Jon Mooberry with the City’s Engineering, JEO, reported that in accordance with insutruations of the Mayor and City Council, notice to contrators had been published and bids had been revieved and opend for the constuction of improvements in Street Improvement District No. 2015-1. The Engineers presented the bid tabulation and recommendations for award of the construction contract. Following discussion and review of the bids received, Council Member D. Gilliand introduced the following resolution, Resolution 2016-8(1), and moved its passage and adoption. Motion seconded by Council Member G. Mockenhaupt. All council member present voted AYE. Motion carried.

Kathy Backer and Melanie Thompson were on the agenda but not present.

Chief Poland gave his monthy report and updated the council on current status of Ordiances.

  1. Johnson made a motion to accept the demolition bid for 110 N Park from J & K Excavating for $9,500 as long as it was demolished by July 15th,2016. D. Gilliand seconded the motion. All present voted AYE. Motion carried.

Council spoke about a timeline for the 2016-2017 budget preperations. A tentive budget retreat is scheduled for August 1st, 2016.

The bills and warrants were presented to the City Council as follows: CREDIT MANAGEMENT $150.53, Oakland Hghts (dent.ins.city) $467.42,COLONIAL LIFE $449.24,CREDIT MAN. $150.53, ACCO $1,391.51, ABB $288.29, AMERICAN LEGION $40.00, Anderson & Sons $49,000.00,ANDY’S QUIK STOP $400.45   BIG JOHN MGF. $433.00, Black Diamond $29.99 BLE $195.78, BCBS $24,802.91, Bomgaars $247.43,Braniff Service $348.31,Brehmer Mfg.Co. 1,300.00, Burt Co. Sheriff’s Office $30.00,CVA $369.06,Colonial Research $183.94,Daniel R. Tanksley,III $22.95,FARM & HOME INSURANCE $80.00,Farmer’s Pride $430.71,First Bankcard $369.04,HACH Company $114.73,HD Supply $3,048.05,Helena $262.50,Ingram $711.39,INSUREVEST $500.00,   JEO $1,575.00,Jerri Case $5.00, JOHN DEERE $141.54,Johnson & Mock $585.00 K-C Parts & Repairs 691.32,KATIE ONKEN $676.10,Lorensen $19.60,Midwest Lab $361.30,Midwest Service Sales $216.20,Neb. Public Health $75.00,Nelson’s $63.67, NNSWC $1,467.13,Oakland Ind. $94.79, Olson’s $814.86,ONE CALL CONC.$39.12,PENDER IMPLEMENT $33.40,Quality Printing $25.58,Red Barn $2.30,Robertson Imp. $364.00,Rosa Schmidt $56.16,Stalp Gravel Co.$5,630.31,Swedish Festival $1,500.00,USA Blue Book 857.57,USPS $215.00,Verizon Wireless $191.58,Vern’s Plumbing $383.15,WEST POINT NEWS $44.80,KATIE ONKEN $246.13,Anderson Hardware $412.84,Bomgaars $178.44,DEARBORN NATIONAL $154.39,Farmer’s Pride $470.83,MIDWEST UNDERGROUND $132,135.74,Muni. Ind. Control 362.50,NPPD $11,597.87,JOHN DEERE $141.54,Johnson & Mock $585.00,K-C Parts & Repairs $691.32,Bomgaars $68.99,EFTPS $4,183.17,FIRST NATIONAL BANK- HSA 265.00,Ameritas Life Ins. Corp. 785.46,EFTPS $5,032.90.Nebraska Dept. Of Rev. $1,097.16,FNB- HSA $2,585.00,Ameritas $777.66

     M. Johnson made a motion to accept the warrents. G. Mockenhaupt seconded and all council voted AYE

There being no further business to come before the council, the meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

 

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Ted R. Beckner, Mayor

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Katie K Onken

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Oakland City Council to Meet

June 20, 2016 Leave a comment


The Oakland City Council will hold their monthly meeting tonight at 5:30 p.m. at the Rosen Room in the Oakland City Auditorium.

An agenda is on file at the Oakland City Office. The meeting is open to the public.

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Oakland City Council Meeting Agenda

June 20, 2016 Leave a comment


 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 June 20th, 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 May 16th, 2016 meeting minutes

E.    Treasurer’s Report

 

  1. SCHEDULED CITIZENS AND VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL

F.    Tim Adams- Pay Schedule 4

G.   JEO- Acceptance of Bids and consideration of award

H.   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.

 

  • COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS

I.     Police Report

J.     All city departments

 

IV.                    OLD BUSINESS

K.   Accept bid for the demolition of 110 N Park Ave

 

V.                      NEW BUSINESS

L.    Preparing for 2016-2017 City Budget & timeline

 

VI.                    INFORMATION ITEM

 

 

  • DISCUSSION

M.

                 

  • 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 City Council Preliminary Meeting Agenda

June 16, 2016 Leave a comment


 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 June 20th, 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 May 16th, 2016 meeting minutes

E.    Treasurer’s Report

 

  1. SCHEDULED CITIZENS AND VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL

F.    Tim Adams- Pay Schedule 4

G.   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.

 

  • COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS

H.   Police Report

I.

 

IV.                    OLD BUSINESS

J.     Accept bid for the demolition of 110 N Park Ave

 

V.                      NEW BUSINESS

K.

 

VI.                    INFORMATION ITEM

 

 

  • DISCUSSION

L.

                 

  • 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 City Council Meeting Agenda

May 16, 2016 Leave a comment


 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 May 16th, 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 April 18th, 2016 meeting minutes

E.    Treasurer’s Report

 

  1. SCHEDULED CITIZENS AND VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL

 

  • COMMITTEE AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS

F.    Police Report

G.   Parks Report

 

IV.                    OLD BUSINESS

 

V.                      NEW BUSINESS

H.   4 Wheeler/golf cart fees

I.     Water Supply lines

J.     Pool fees and hours for 2016 season-same or change?

K.   Hiring of additional summer pool staff

L.    Update on Nuisance property

M. Accept pay application for Group A

N.

 

VI.                    INFORMATION ITEM

 

 

  • DISCUSSION

O.        Water Supply lines

 

                 

  • 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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Voting in the Upcoming Primary

April 19, 2016 Leave a comment


Three weeks from today is the primary. Do you know whom you are voting for? I don’t mean on a national level, I am referring to the local candidates.

There are several incumbents and new faces running for both the Oakland City Council and the Oakland-Craig Board of Education.

I am an incumbent running for election to the Oakland City Council.

I am hoping to be elected to serve the taxpayers of Oakland for the next four years.

I consider it an honor and a privilege to be on the city council, serving the taxpayers and striving to keep Oakland a thriving community.

Being a member of the city council is not just going to one meeting a month. There is so much more involved than most people realize. It takes all of the city employees, the mayor and council to keep the city running efficiently. It is challenging, but very rewarding.

I have to say, I love serving on the council. I believe in giving back to the community I live in, and I chose to do so by serving on the council.

I don’t believe in accomplishing something on the council alone. I believe in all of us working together to reach a goal and need for the community. We are here to serve the citizens and the citizens alone. The needs of the community have and will continue to come first for me.

I love the community of Oakland and hope you will vote for me to continue serving the town I am proud to live in and proud to call home.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you very much,

Denise Gilliland

Oakland City Council President

Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub. Oakland City Council President.

Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub. Oakland City Council President.

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Oakland City Council Meeting Minutes

April 14, 2016 Leave a comment


Minutes of City Council Meeting

City of Oakland, NE

Regular Meeting

 

A meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oakland, Nebraska was convened in open and public session at 5:30 p.m. on March 21st, 2016 at the Oakland Auditorium. This was the regular monthly meeting. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ted Beckner. On roll call, Council members Denise Gilliland, Matt Johnson, Greg Mockenhaupt and Luke Blanc answered present.

Notice of the meeting was given in advance thereof by the posting of a notice, one of the designated methods for giving notice, as shown by the certification of posting attached to these minutes. Availability of the agenda was communicated in the advance notice and in the notice to the Mayor and City Council.

Mayor Beckner reminded all present of the location of the Open Meeting Laws poster in the back of the Rosen Room and stated that the council would be conducting business in accordance with said law.

The treasurer’s report for March 2016 was presented and questions answered. M. Johnson made a motion to accept the treasurer report and D. Gilliland seconded. All council voted AYE.

Ric Ortmeier,the City’s Auditor, dicussed the City’s 2014/2015 audit.

Julie Ogden, Street superintendent with JEO Consulting group, reviewed the final plans for the Industial Street Improvement project 2015-1.

  1. Johnson made a motion to allow the Oakland Ministerial Association to use the Auditorium at no charge on April 12th, 2016. G. Mockenhaupt seconded. All council members voted AYE.
  2. Gilliland made a motion to allow the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life to use the Auditorium at no charge on April 24, 2016. L. Blanc seconded the motion. All council members voted AYE.

Heartland of American Band requested the use of the Auditorium at no charge. D. Gilliland made a motion to approve the request. L. Blanc seconded. All council members voted AYE.

Gary Huse gave an update on any new information regarding condimned houses in Oakland.

Amber Poland and Lorie Johnson were present to discuss 207 E Fulton. Amber Poland presented the council with her plans on fixing up the house.

Kathy Sonnerfelt was on the agenda to speak about the building at 204 N Oakland but was absent.

Julie Johnson asked the council to consider letting the City Clerk approve Special Liquor license instead of having them go before the council for approval.

Brooke Peterson was present to ask the council for the use of the Auditorum for the Women’s Club salad supper at no charge. M. Johnson made a motion to allow the Women’s Club to use the Auditorium at no charge on April 3rd, 2016.G. Mockenhaupt seconded. All council members voted AYE.

Dan Tanksley III spoke to the council about the City’s sanitary sewer liners and water wells. He also requested permission to attend training on March 29th -31st. M.. Johnson made a motion to allow Dan Tanksley III to attend training on March 29th -31st. D. Gilliland seconded the motion. All council members voted AYE.

Chief Poland gave the monthy police report.M. Johnson made motion to allow Clerk Onken to draft a resolution for the sale of a City- Owned Motorcycle. D. Gilliland seconded. All council members voted AYE.

Council member, L. Blanc gave an update on the progress of the new park restrooms. Bids for the new restrooms will be accepted for the project until April 7th, 2016 at 9:00 a.m.

Bryan Johnson, Street department, spoke to the council about possibly putting a couple of culverts in. No action was taken.

Officer Findlay requested permission to attend Taser training. M. Johnson made a motion to approve Officer Findlay’s request to attend Taser Training. G. Mockenhaupt seconded the motion. All council members voted AYE.

  1. Gilliland introduced Ordiance 699, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND, NEBRASKA, PROVIDING FOR THE OPERATION OF GOLF CAR VEHICLES WITHIN THE CITY; RESTRICTIONS THEREOF; DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND, NEBRASKA. and made a motion to waive the three readings. L. Blanc seconded the motion. All council members voted AYE.
  2. Gilliland made a motion to pass Ordiance 699, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND, NEBRASKA, PROVIDING FOR THE OPERATION OF GOLF CAR VEHICLES WITHIN THE CITY; RESTRICTIONS THEREOF; DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND, NEBRASKA. L. Blanc seconded the motion. All council member voted AYE.
  3. Blanc made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-5, to take bids for the Park Restroom project. G. Mockenhaupt seconded the motion. All council members voted AYE.
  4. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-6, WHEREAS, the OAKLAND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM desires to apply for said funds to purchase 2 vehicles (wheelchair accessible minivan and a small bus with wheelchair lift) to provide public transportation in the Oakland, Nebraska area. D. Gilliland seconded the motion. All council members voted AYE.
  5. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-7, to allow the City Clerk to approve or deny any routine Special Designated Liquor License. D. Gilliland seconded the motion. All council member voted AYE.

The bills and warrants were presented to the City Council as follows: Rodney H. Johnson 38.16,ACCO 652.10,ALAMAR UNIFORMS 75.00,ABB 371.42,ANDY’S QUIK STOP 255.64,AUTO VALUE PARTS STORES 22.43,Automatic Truck & Equipment 150.00, BLACK HILLS ENERGY 1,213.25,BCBS 23,437.24,Burt Co. Sheriff’s Office 30.00, CVA 722.35,CONSOLODATED MANAGEMENT CO 28.50,DEARBORN NATIONAL 151.83,Embroidery Connections 48.00,Farmer’s Pride 420.55,First Bankcard 217.23, Jeff Frahm 550.00,Ingram Library Services 763.90,Intnl.Institute of Muni.Clerks 500.00,Jack’s Uniform & Equipment 1,182.54,JEO Consulting Group 16,117.00,Jerri Case 45.10,Johnson & Mock 285.00,K-C Parts & Repairs 489.75, League of NE Municipalities 80.00,Lorensen Grain Co. 396.00, Midwest Service Sales 1,242.60,Ne.Dept.Health/Human Services 40.00,Nebraska Municipal Clerks Asso 25.00,Nebraska Public Health 61.00,NEBRASKA.GOV 85.84,Nebraska Public Power District 11,332.82 Oakland Heights 112.50,Oakland Independent 147.37,ONE CALL CONCEPTS INC 7.20,Petty Cash 378.02,Platte Valley Equipment Co.79.22,Quality Printing 32.90,REPCO MARKETING INC 43.00,ALAN SCHINCK 108.95,Seals & Service, Inc.158.00,Sioux Sales Co. 59.95,TASER TRAINING ACADEMY 225.00, USA Blue Book 476.03

     M. Johnson made a motion to accept the warrents. D. Gilliland seconded and all council voted AYE

There being no further business to come before the council, the meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.

 

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Ted R. Beckner, Mayor

________________________

Katie K Onken

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Upcoming Reminders

March 15, 2016 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights is having their annual Easter Bazaar on Fri., March 18th from 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. There will be crafts and goodies available for everyone’s Easter pleasure.

The Oakland City Council will have their monthly meeting Mon., March 21st at 5:30 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. The agenda is on file at the Oakland City Office. 

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Kats’ Korner: Election Time!

March 14, 2016 Leave a comment


We have all been truly blessed with a beautiful Spring season!

But, never underestimate the powers of old man winter. I can remember many snowstorms in April. We may not be out of the woods yet! I for one am keeping my fingers crossed! One blizzard was enough for me!

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I know politics isn’t a favorite subject of many, and with the way the presidential campaigning is going, I truly understand.

I remember the first time I voted. I was so excited. I was 18 and honored to be performing my civic duty. I voted for Ronald Reagan. When he won, I was elated! In my opinion, he is one of the best presidents ever.

I am at a loss this election. I honestly can’t say there is one person in the lead that I would consider giving my vote, my trust and faith in running our country. The United States is the Leader of the Free World. Putting one of them in charge terrifies me. I could think of others I would vote for, unfortunately, they aren’t fairing well in the polls. Apparently, shouting negative things and spewing horrible accusations at others is the norm now. What on earth is going on? Where are their morals? Only God knows.

Protesters at rallies is quite scary, and new. It speaks volumes to me. I hope it does to others as well. Let’s all just hope and pray that things work out for the best.

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On a much lighter note, the primary in May is approaching. In Oakland, there are six people running for two seats on the city council. Two people will be eliminated with four proceeding to the November general election.

I am running for office and am an incumbent. I was appointed by Mayor Ted Beckner in October of 2013 to fill a vacancy on the council, and have served ever since. I am currently the Oakland City Council President.

I love serving the community of Oakland. I am proud to be of service and consider it an honor to represent the citizens, listening to their concerns and wishes to improve Oakland. I hope to serve another four years. If you have any questions for me, please feel free to call me. I am available at all times and will assist all I can! I would appreciate your vote and especially your faith in me to serve another term. Thank you!

Thought for the Day: Have faith in the system and pray it works out for the best.

Have a great week!

Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub. Oakland City Council President.

Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub. Oakland City Council President.

 

 

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