The City Council held a regular meeting where several key actions were taken. This included discussions regarding draft Ordinance 1323 concerning livestock and poultry regulations within city limits, with further input requested from the public. The Council passed two ordinances (1322 and 1324) designating new handicap parking stalls in front of local businesses after holding public hearings for each. Additionally, the Council approved Resolution 2026-26 to update the official shoulder patch for the Police Department and Resolution 2026-27 to enter into a professional services agreement with JEO Consulting Group for city hall elevator and reception area improvements. A report on recent county communications and equipment changes was presented, along with a debrief on the success of a recent community bicycle safety event.
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The council reviewed the city administrator's report, which included updates on various utility projects, street infrastructure, and ongoing flood mitigation and planning efforts. Substantial legislative action was taken, including the adoption of the annual budget, setting the property tax request, and approving ordinances related to data center zoning, mayoral and council wages, and city staff pay plans. Additionally, the council discussed proposed regulations for livestock and poultry keeping within city limits, authorized documentation for a Community Development Block Grant, and approved resolutions concerning the One and Six Year Street Plan and sewer system easements.
Sep 8, 2026·Board meeting
Broken Bow City Council Budget Hearing Minutes
The Council held a budget hearing to review the 2026-2027 budget documents. Key discussions included a presentation on the city's fiscal status, property tax requests, property valuations, cash reserves, and projected expenditures. The presentation highlighted a fiscally conservative approach, noting a modest increase in tax requests, a decline in the tax rate, and stable cash balances without the need for special hearings or lid exceptions.
Aug 25, 2026·Board meeting
Broken Bow City Council Regular Meeting
The council received department reports from the electric, water/sewer, and emergency services departments, highlighting infrastructure projects, equipment upgrades, and ambulance service activities. Public hearings were held regarding a Community Development Block Grant for a comprehensive planning study, a lot split application for the Johnson property, and an administrative subdivision for the Wilson property, all of which were subsequently approved. The council also authorized the closure of a city bank account, discussed and denied a bid for surplus property, approved a cost-of-living adjustment for appointed employees, conducted a second reading of an ordinance concerning high-density data processing facilities, and accepted a bid for a new wheel loader. Additionally, the council discussed funding for an inclusive playground project.
