November 19, 2019
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 November 19, 2019. This is in accordance with the adjournment of the November 5, 2019 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 November 17, 2019. 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; Bernice Huffman, Assessor, Mark Kovarik, Attorney; Tom Neal, Highway Superintendent; Toney Krajewski, and Lisa Cross, County Clerk. Also present at various times: Michael Kurnik, Monty Stoddard, County Treasurer
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 November 5, 2019 and that the actions therein be ratified. Second by Sandberg. Roll call vote: Sandberg, yes; Post, yes; Gifford, yes.
CORRESPONDENCE – None
PUBLIC COMMENTS – It was commented that the Banner County Road Department did a great job during this last storm.
ITEMS OF BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD -
Item #1 – Discussion and approval of Tax List Corrections – Bernice Huffman, Assessor, presented three Tax List Corrections. Motion made by Sandberg to approve the Tax List Corrections, Second by Gifford. Roll call vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
Sandberg made a motion to adjourn the Banner County Board of Equalization meeting at 8:40 a.m. Second by Gifford. Roll call vote: Post, yes; Sandberg, yes; Gifford, yes. The next meeting will be held in regular session on December 3, 2019 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 in the Commissioners’ room of the Banner County Courthouse on November 19, 2019. This is in accordance with the adjournment of the November 5, 2019 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 November 17, 2019. The agenda was not amended less than 24 hours prior to the meeting.
The chairman called the meeting to order at the hour of 8:46 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; County Attorney; Tom Neal, Highway Superintendent; Toney Krajewski, Michael Kurnik, Lisa Cross, Clerk. Also present at various times Monty Stoddard, Treasurer; Bernice Huffman, Assessor.
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: 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 November 5, 2019 and that the actions therein be ratified. Second by Sandberg. Roll call vote: Gifford, yes; Post, yes; Sandberg, yes.
CORRESPONDENCE
Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems (NPERS) Internal Audit Report of Banner County – 2042 Retirement Participation/Reporting Procedures For the Fiscal Year Ended 12/31/19.
Central Federal Lands Highway Division
CLAIMS The following claims were audited, and Sandberg moved that the claims be approved and warrants ordered drawn on the respective funds. Second by Gifford. Roll call vote: Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes; Post, yes.
GENERAL FUND
BANNER COUNTY COURT cc fees $ 17.00
CENTURYLINK telephone $ 684.49
THE CHIEF MOTEL travel lodging $ 55.00
LISA CROSS supplies $ 32.33
FIRST CONCORD BENEFITS GROUP health ins $ 49.59
FRENCHMAN VALLEY COOP fuel $ 199.72
GALLS, LLC equipment $ 73.26
BERNICE HUFFMAN supplies $ 15.62
IDEAL LINEN SUPPLY janitorial $ 98.77
KOVARIK, ELLISON, MATHIS PC contract $ 4,419.63
MADELUNG LAW OFFICE court appt counsel $ 45.00
MCI telephone $ 64.45
MIPS INC data process $ 1,410.68
NEBRASKA SHERIFF'S ASSN dues $ 100.00
THE PEETZ FARMERS COOP CO. heating fuel $ 543.00
STAR-HERALD publishing $ 614.36
VERIZON WIRELESS telephone $ 76.86
WYO/BRASKA WEED & PEST supplies-chemicals $ 1,700.00
Total $ 10,299.76
ROAD FUND
ACTION COMMUNICATIONS radio repair $ 58.13
CAMY ANDERSON decals $ 50.00
BROWN COMPANY - TORRINGTON repairs $ 54.77
CENTURYLINK telephone $ 191.00
FIRST CONCORD BENEFITS GROUP health ins $ 117.44
FRANK PARTS COMPANY repair parts $ 270.86
FRENCHMAN VALLEY COOP equipment fuel $ 5,785.59
HIGH WEST ENERGY lights $ 293.00
HILTON GARDEN INN lodging $ 196.00
KIMBALL AUTO PARTS, LLC shop supplies $ 929.96
ROBERT LEAF health ins reimburse $ 138.13
NEBRASKALAND TIRE tire/tire repair $ 3,130.00
NMC EXCHANGE LLC repair parts $ 888.28
NORTHWEST PIPE FITTINGS INC shop supplies $ 10.16
PANHANDLE COOP ASSOCIATION tires $ 2,111.44
THE PEETZ FARMERS COOP CO. heating fuel $ 507.82
POWERPLAN shop supplies $ 1,307.75
SANDBERG IMPLEMENT, INC. shop supplies $ 278.09
VERIZON CONNECT NWF, INC shop supplies $ 283.70
VERIZON WIRELESS telephone $ 22.26
Total $ 16,624.38
P& M
MIPS INC ne deed online $ 91.70
Total $ 91.70
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Discussed that there has been no communication with Vistabeam for approximately six months.
ITEMS OF BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
Item #1 –Discussion and possible action on the Memorandum of Understanding 2020 Community-Based Juvenile Services Aid – Gifford made a motion to approve and authorize the chairman sign. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
Item #2 – Discussion with a representative from Orion Renewable Energy Group, Michael Kurnik, to give an update on the project – Michael Kurnik presented the projects that Orion Renewable Energy Group is working on. There will be a letter going out to residents informing them of all current projects.
Item #3 – Discussion and possible action with Jessica Davies on our wellness program – Continued.
Item #4 – Discussion and possible action on purchasing a new county vehicle – Post made a motion to authorize Gifford to make a purchase of a vehicle that follows the county guidelines.
Item #5 – Discussion and approval of the Nebraska Panhandle Region Mass Fatality Plan – Gifford made the motion to approve the Nebraska Panhandle Region Mass Fatality Plan and authorize the chairman to sign. Second by Sandberg. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes; Sandberg, yes.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Bob Gifford, Vice-Chairman, reported that Megan from PADD is willing to come out and assist the Comprehensive Planning & Zoning Committee. Bob also stated that the Panhandle Public Health District is looking to purchase a new building due to expansion.
Sharon Sandberg, member, reported that the Aging Office received their audit back and that the results were good. The Aging Office is checking into purchasing for computers, from a local vendor instead of renting them from the state.
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Tom Neal, Highway Superintendent, said that Tim Grubbs had attended the Regional Suspicion Training. The Road Department is mowing the west end of the County. They have a significant amount of the mowing done. Gravel is being put of Road 18. Tom reported that the bridge inspections are done. Frenchman Valley Cooperative put the readers on the satellite tanks.
ATTORNEY
Mark Kovarik, County Attorney, reported he is keeping busy with court. Mark attended the Comprehensive Planning and Zoning meeting. They are getting set up and selected officers at the meeting. The regular meeting dates will be the third Monday at 6:30 p.m.
TREASURER Monty Stoddard, Treasurer, said that his office is moving ahead with daily business. The levies and taxes were rolled. The tax statements are almost ready to be sent out.
CLERK Lisa Cross, Clerk, presented the Clerk’s Fees Report and the District Court Fee Report. There was discussion on whether the residents would like an all mail-in election.
No other reports.
ITEMS OF BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
Meeting moved to the Clerk’s Office
Item #3 – Discussion and possible action with Jessica Davies on our wellness program – continued – the County will have onsite education and blood pressure cuff will be provided by March 31, 2019. PPHD will promote access to health coaching visits and will follow-up with participants indicating interest on the interest survey. Educational offering for all employees on physical activity, emphasizing strategies to support a healthy back by June 30, 2020. Information will be provided to employees on the tobacco free quitline, online cessation program, and texting service. Additionally, information will be provided on the free nicotine-replacement therapy offered through Tobacco Free Nebraska. Post made a motion to appoint Sharon Sandberg, Monty Stoddard, and Terry Morris for our Wellness Committee. Second by Gifford. Roll Call Vote: Post, yes; Gifford, yes, Sandberg, yes.
Gifford made a motion to adjourn the meeting of the Banner County Board of Commissioners at 10:28 a.m. Second by Sandberg. Roll call vote: Sandberg, yes; Post, yes; Gifford, yes. The next meeting will be held in regular session on December 3, 2019 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 ~