BANNER COUNTY
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION PROCEEDINGS
The Banner County Board of Equalization met in regular session in the Commissioners’ room of the Banner County Courthouse on June 15, 2021. This is in accordance with the adjournment of the June 1, 2021, meeting and notice published in the Scottsbluff Star Herald and posting notices in Harrisburg, NE, at the Post Office, the Banner County School, at the clerk’s office, and on the front window of the Banner County Courthouse. Proof of publication is on file in the office of the County Clerk and is made a part of the proceedings by reference.
The agenda for the meeting was kept current and was available during the regular business hours at the office of the County Clerk. A copy was emailed to each board member on May 26, 2021. The agenda was not amended less than 24 hours prior to the meeting.
The chairman called the meeting to order at the hour of 8:33 a.m. Present on roll call were: Chairman Robert Post; Vice Chairman Robert J. Gifford; Member Sharon Sandberg; Mark Kovarik, Attorney; Bernice Huffman, Assessor; Tom Neal, Highway Superintendent; Lisa Cross, Clerk. At various times on Zoom: Kim Henson.
The chairman stated that the open meetings law is posted on the meeting room window and that paper copies are available on the table by the door.
The agenda was examined, and Sandberg moved to approve as presented. Second by Gifford. Roll call vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
The minutes of the previous meeting had been supplied to each board member. Gifford moved to approve the minutes for June 1, 2021, and that the actions therein be ratified. Second by Sandberg. Roll call vote: Sandberg, yes; Post, yes; Gifford, yes.
CORRESPONDENCE – None
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
ITEMS OF BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD –
1. Assessment Roll Corrections – Sandberg made a motion to approve the Assessment Roll Corrections. Second by Gifford. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
2. Set Protest Hearing – July 14, 2021, and July 15, 2021, at 9:30 am were set for the Protest Hearings.
Gifford made a motion to adjourn the Banner County Board of Equalization meeting at 8:47 a.m. Second by Sandberg. Roll call vote: Post, yes; Sandberg, yes; Gifford, yes. The next meeting will be held in regular session on July 6, 2021, or at the call of the clerk. A full agenda of the matters to be considered at such date and time is kept continually current and is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Banner County Clerk in the Courthouse in Harrisburg.
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
BANNER COUNTY, NEBRASKA
BANNER COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS PROCEEDINGS
The Banner County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on June 15, 2021. This is in accordance with the adjournment of the June 1, 2021, meeting and notice published in the Scottsbluff Star Herald and posting notices in Harrisburg, NE, at the Post Office, the Banner County School, the clerk’s office, and on the front window of the Banner County Courthouse. Proof of publication is on file in the office of the County Clerk and is made a part of the proceedings by reference.
The agenda for the meeting was kept current and was available during the regular business hours at the office of the County Clerk. A copy was emailed to each board member on May 26, 2021. The agenda was not amended less than 24 hours prior to the meeting.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at the hour of 8:45 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present on roll call were: Chairman Robert Post; Vice Chairman Robert J. Gifford; Member Sharon Sandberg; Mark Kovarik, Attorney; Bernice Huffman, Assessor; Tom Neal; Highway Superintendent; Lisa Cross, Clerk. At various times: Monty Stoddard, Treasurer; Evelyn Browne; Jennifer Reinninger; Stan McKnight, Sheriff;
Jack Revelle; Tim Grubbs. Present via zoom at various times: Kim Henson.
The Chairman stated that the open meetings law is posted on the Commissioner meeting room window and that paper copies are available on the table by the door.
The agenda was examined and Sandberg moved to approve as presented. Second by Gifford. Roll call vote: Sandberg, yes; Gifford, yes; Post, yes.
The minutes of the previous meeting had been supplied to each board member. Gifford moved to approve the minutes for June 1, 2021. Second by Sandberg. Roll call vote: Gifford, yes; Post, yes; Sandberg, yes.
CORRESPONDENCE – NRD Letter
Nebraska Emergency Management Agency Letter
High West Energy – Annual Report 2020
Nebraska Forest Service – Wildcat Hills Community Wildfire Protection Plan Update
PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
CLAIMS
The following claims were audited, and Sandberg moved that the claims be approved warrants and ordered drawn on the respective funds. Second by Gifford. Roll call vote: Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes; Post, yes.
General
ATLAS CONSULTING GROUP, LLC SAFETY VEST $ 1,270.00
BANNER CO PUBLIC SCHOOL FOUNDATION BDAY CALENDER $ 50.00
BANNER COUNTY COURT CC COST $ 17.00
CENTURY BUSINESS PRODUCTS COPIER EXPENSE $ 99.88
CENTURYLINK TELEPHONE CC $ 776.93
LISA CROSS BLDG SUPPLY $ 153.02
DAS STATE ACCOUNTING-CENTRAL FINANC DATA PROCESSING $ 118.84
ELLISON, KOVARIK & TURMAN LAW FIRM SALARY $ 3,510.71
FIRST CONCORD BENEFITS GROUP, LLC HEALTH INS FUND $ 7.50
FRENCHMAN VALLEY COOP FUEL SHERIFF $ 324.91
MARGARET HOPKINS JANITORIAL $ 14.87
IDEAL LINEN SUPPLY JANITORIAL $ 169.96
MADELUNG LAW OFFICE DIST CT APPT $ 139.50
MCI GEN PHONE $ 102.88
MID AMERICAN RESEARCH CHEMICAL CO BUILD SUPPLIES $ 174.93
MIDWEST RADAR & EQUIPMENT RADAR INSPECTION $ 40.00
MIPS INC DATA PROCESSING $ 1,490.82
K PATRICK MOONEY DC SECURITY $ 52.50
NE SAFETY AND FIRE EQUIPMENT INC FIRE UPDATE $ 151.00
NIRMA INSURANCE LIABILITY $ 9,501.00
PACK RAT DISPOSAL TRASH SERVICE $ 45.00
QUADIENT FINANCE USA POSTAGE $ 185.99
SCOTTSBLUFF ADV PUBLISHING $ 210.87
LEONARD G TABOR, ATTY DIST COURT $ 70.00
VERIZON WIRELESS PHONE $ 74.24
STEVE WARNER BLDG REPAIR $ 1,200.00
WILDCAT SURVEYING FIELD SURVEY $ 3,200.00
Total $ 23,152.35
Road
CENTURYLINK TELEPHONE $ 222.78
CONTRACTORS MATERIALS, INC. SHOP SUPPLIES $ 128.50
DIFFENDAFFER-SANDBERG FAMILY TRUST GRAVEL & BORROW $ 1,450.00
FIRST CONCORD BENEFITS GROUP, LLC HEALTH TRUST FUND $ 991.29
FRANK PARTS COMPANY SHOP SUPPLIES $ 161.91
HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES BUILDING RPRS $ 155.19
IDEAL LINEN SUPPLY SUPPLIES $ 49.34
KIMBALL AUTO PARTS, LLC SHOP SUPPLIES $ 881.50
MID AMERICAN RESEARCH CHEMICAL CO GREASE AND OIL $ 129.00
NE SAFETY AND FIRE EQUIPMENT INC SHOP SUPPLIES $ 208.00
NIRMA INSURANCE $ 28,503.00
PACK RAT DISPOSAL GARBAGE $ 150.00
POWERPLAN MACH PARTS $ 6,037.67
VERIZON CONNECT NWF, INC SHOP SUPPLIES $ 291.42
VERIZON WIRELESS PHONE $ 25.00
WESTERN PATHOLOGY CONSULTANT INC. DRUG TEST $ 159.75
Total $ 39,544.35
P & M
MIPS INC NE ONLINE DEED $ 95.99
ITEMS OF BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
1. Discussion on Resolution concerning Treasurer’s Office authorization to use wire transfer for Road Department purchases online auction – tabled until later in meeting.
2. Report on Court Street Vacation Study – tabled until later in the meeting.
1. Discussion on Resolution concerning Treasurer’s Office authorization to use wire transfer for Road Department purchases online auction – Sandberg made a motion to approve and sign Resolution 21-20. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
2. Report on Court Street Vacation Study – Gifford made a motion to accept the Report on the Court Street Vacation Study from the Banner County Highway Superintendent. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
3. Resolution for setting hearing for Court Street Vacation – Gifford made a motion to set the Hearing for the Court Street Vacation on July 20th at 10:00 am. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Communication Committee – There was discussion concerning the differences and prices for new radios for both the Department and Sheriff.
ITEMS OF BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
4. Set date for year-end meeting – Gifford made a motion to set the year-end meeting on
June 29, 2021, at 8:30. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
5. NIRMA deductible (added June 10, 2021, @ 3:28 pm) – Gifford made a motion to not change the deductible we have with NIRMA. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
6. Set hearing date for One and Six (added June 10, 2021, @3:28 pm) – Gifford made a motion to set the date for the One and Six Hearing on June 29, 2021, at 8:45 am. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
REPORTS
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT – Tom Neal, Highway Superintendent, reported he attended the Summer Meeting in Valentine, NE. Starting February 7, 2022, you have to have an entry level training for a CDL before you can receive your permit; however, there is nowhere that offers the training.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Mark Kovarik, County Attorney, reported it has been business as usual. High speed travelers with contraband or people who are driving intoxicated are the charges showing up in court.
CLERK
Lisa Cross, Clerk, reported that they have been working on cleaning the basement. She presented the County Clerk’s Fees.
Sandberg made a motion to adjourn the meeting of the Banner County Board of Commissioners at
10:49 a.m. Second by Gifford. Roll call vote: Sandberg, yes; Post, yes; Gifford, yes. The next meeting will be held in regular session on July 6, 2021, or at the call of the clerk. A full agenda of the matters to be considered at such date and time is kept continually current and is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Banner County Clerk in the Courthouse in Harrisburg.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
BANNER COUNTY, NEBRASKA