David C. Solheim

The board received updates from the Emergency Manager and the Blue Valley Behavior Health Executive Director regarding budget requests and ongoing projects. They approved the Saline County Property Valuation Protest Policy, District Court and Clerk fees, and multiple fund transfers, including transfers to the General, Grant, and Road & Bridge funds. The board also reviewed and approved highway and road matters, including a pipeline occupancy permit request, and processed outstanding claims for payment. Additionally, they deliberated on a General Assistance application in a closed session and subsequently denied the application.

The board discussed and acted upon several items including the appointment of agents for TERC matters regarding a specific tax case and the review of a homestead exemption appeal, which was subsequently denied due to age qualification requirements.

The board conducted a public hearing regarding permissive exemption applications, which resulted in the approval of applications for the Blue River Arts Council and Sacred Heart Church. Additionally, the board processed and approved a series of tax list corrections, specifically covering items 2026-28 through 2026-41 for various property owners.

The board meeting involved the review and approval of multiple tax list corrections, specifically Tax List Corrections 2026-14 through 2026-27 for various individuals and entities.

The Board of Commissioners addressed several administrative and operational matters. Key actions included the approval of a law enforcement agreement with the City of Wilber, the signing of an audit representation letter, and the approval of the County Treasurer's tax sale return. The Board authorized the use of blue lights on the courthouse for Child Abuse Awareness Month and passed multiple resolutions for fund transfers between the Inheritance, General, Victim-Witness Grant, and Juvenile Services Aid funds. Additionally, the Board discussed highway and bridge projects, approved requests to occupy public right-of-way, and authorized funding for road department storm shelters. Claims and financial obligations were reviewed and approved for payment.