Boone County

The public meeting agenda includes several critical items requiring necessary action. Key discussions involve the proceedings of the prior County Board meeting, the transfer of interest from the Covid America Rescue Plan Fund to the General Fund, and consideration of various County Vendor Claims. Other topics include action on the completion and payment for the Boone County West Broadband project, review of County Payroll and Accounts Payable Claims, and official reports. Discussions are scheduled with the Ambulance Administrator regarding a new County Ambulance, authorization for Right of Way purchase negotiations for the Albion North Road Project, and requirements for leased property at the Boone County Fairgrounds. The commission will also address quotes for a gooseneck trailer, a new generator, and a Courthouse rooftop unit, as well as additional camera installation at the District #3 Road Shop, and the fourteenth bond interest payment for the Limited Building Bonds, Series 2018. Authorization for Imprest Payroll and Imprest Vendor Accounts will also be sought.

The meeting included authorization for the Boone County Treasurer to transfer $500,000.00 from the General Fund to the Road Fund as Transfer #3. The Board approved the County Payroll Claims for the specified pay period. The 2025 Annual Extension Report was accepted, and authorization was given for the Extension Office to advertise for a summer intern for the period of May 18 through July 20, 2026. The board approved Resolution 2026-03, authorizing the Chairman to sign an agreement with the Nebraska Department of Transportation for the County Bridge Match Program. Approval for the Applied Connective quote for Cybersecurity programs eligible for FY 2023 Grant reimbursement was granted. Funding assistance from the Visitor's Promotion Fund was approved for the Beaver Valley Senior Center's Easter Bake Sale event. The Board also authorized advertising for sealed bids for the Fairgrounds leased real estate. Discussions included an update on the Sheriff's Office carpet upgrade project, County Attorney office hours, and State Auditor's Office requirements for Proceeding publication.

The Board meeting included a presentation by One Billing Solutions regarding ambulance billing services, resulting in a decision to table the discussion on switching companies until a subsequent meeting. A quarterly safety meeting was held where old business addressed a fire alarm alert panel disconnection, and new business included obtaining a quote for an additional camera for the Petersburg road shop, adding a drip edge above the Courthouse north entrance, and arranging for government ID/emergency cards for the Road department. The Board accepted the proposal from Purple Wave for hosting a surplus equipment auction for the Road Department. Discussions were held regarding generator quotes, changes to the newly adopted 2026 Employee Handbook with Zelle HR Solutions, and advertising for open positions in the Road Department due to retirements. Additionally, Resolution 2026-05 was approved to reschedule the public hearing for the County One and Six Year Road Improvement Program from February 25, 2026, to March 16, 2026. Public comments included updates on a 5th Wheel Trailer quote, NET grant approval, and various committee meetings attended by the Commissioners.

The meeting addressed the approval of the previous county board proceedings. Key financial actions included authorizing the Treasurer to transfer $500,000.00 from the General Fund to the Road Fund (Transfer #3) and approving County Payroll Claims for the period ending January 21, 2026. The Board accepted the 2025 Annual Extension Report and authorized the Extension Office to advertise for a summer intern for May 18 to July 20, 2026. Highway Superintendent discussed road improvement projects, leading to the approval of Resolution No. 2026-03, authorizing the Chairman to sign a County Bridge Match Program Agreement with the Nebraska Department of Transportation. The final adoption of the 2026 County Handbook and its corresponding resolution were tabled due to an error requiring correction. Funding approval was granted for Cybersecurity programs up to $15,052.00 via grant reimbursement, and funding assistance was approved for the Beaver Valley Senior Center's Easter Bake Sale from the Visitor's Promotion Fund. The Board also approved advertising for sealed bids for the Fairgrounds leased real estate, set to open on February 25, 2026. Public comments covered carpet upgrades, office hours, and State Auditor's Office publication requirements.

The meeting addressed several administrative and operational matters. Key actions included authorizing the transfer of accrued interest from the Covid American Rescue Plan Fund to the General Fund. Vendor claims for White Star Oil Company LLC and Beaver Bearing Co. were approved, along with general Accounts Payable vendor claims across various funds. Reports from County Officials for January 2026 were approved. Change Order #2 for the new County Ambulance, related to an increased chassis price, was approved. The Board reviewed and accepted the general road report, which covered equipment auction planning, employee movement between districts, and CDL training options. Finally, the Board reviewed and approved the final revised 2026 County Handbook, adopted Resolution No. 2026-04 for the handbook adoption, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding regarding security camera usage in the courtroom. Public comments included an update on the Weed Superintendent receiving an award and quotes for a new generator.