Kevin Garvin

The Cedar County Commissioners convened for a budget hearing to discuss the fiscal year 2025-2026. The agenda included reviewing and approving an accelerated personal property statement, a tax exemption for a sold parcel, and a three-year plan of assessment. Additionally, a special designated liquor license for the Bow Valley Park Association was presented and approved. Discussion was held regarding a county line road closure, and the board agreed to resubmit a proposal for the county bridge match program. A resolution for the administration of the cafeteria plan was accepted, and an executive session was held to discuss personnel matters. The meeting concluded with the review and approval of official reports and claims for payment.

The Cedar County Commissioners meeting addressed several key issues. Resolutions were adopted to acknowledge preliminary tax requests and establish a fund for Keno. Building permits were presented, and a road study was directed for Nelson's Brother's Second Subdivision. The hazard mitigation plan approved by FEMA was adopted. The board agreed to renew membership in the Nebraska Regional Interoperability Network and approved assistance to Dixon County for the Ponca Expo. A portion of road was renamed 889.5 Road. Information was shared on transit system van applications. A report on distress warrants was presented. Discussion was held on a road closure on the Dixon County line, which was tabled. Annual inventories and monthly reports were reviewed. The budget, tax request, and joint public hearing requirements were also discussed.

The Cedar County Commissioners convened to address various agenda items, including building permits for EMR Ventures, Dan Fischer, Michael Dowling, Richard Heikes and Eric Becker. Additionally, a special designated liquor license for Nisssen Winery was approved for a private event. The board designated a printing service for joint public hearing postcards and reviewed changes presented by the County Assessor, also approving updated assessed values for damaged real properties. Discussion was held on establishing sinking funds, leading to the approval of Resolution 25-12. The board received information from the Laurel Public Library and an update from NACO. Gravel and aggregate bids were opened and accepted, and a permit for a fiberoptic line addition was presented. The meeting included an executive session to discuss personnel matters, and concluded with the review and approval of a claim to the Treasurer for a transfer to the road fund.

The Cedar County Commissioners meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. Special designated liquor licenses for Bow Valley Park Association events were approved. Building permits for grain bins, a shouse, and other structures were presented by the zoning administrator. Omitted personal property schedules were approved for first-time filers. A report was given on the scrap tire recycling event. A right-of-way permit was presented, and Resolution 25-13 was approved, granting authority to the board chairman to sign the certification of program compliance for the Nebraska Board of Public Roads Classifications and Standards. A public hearing was held regarding the road closure of 576 Avenue, involving discussions with landowners and stakeholders. The transit manager discussed the budget for 2025-2026. The purchase of the old firehall was discussed. Monthly fee reports were reviewed, and claims were approved for payment across various funds.

The Cedar County Commissioners meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. Building permits were presented by the Zoning Administrator, and the County Treasurer presented a report on unpaid taxes. A Special Designated Liquor License for Bow Valley Park Association was approved. The board confirmed wage increases and set a public hearing date for road matters. Bids for gravel and aggregate were rejected, and the board discussed a bridge/box culvert project and issues with subcontractors installing fiber optic lines. The County Assessor presented a list of omitted personal property. The board approved a mutual aid agreement with Yankton and Knox Counties and discussed the Transit budget and vehicle purchases. They also convened as the Board of Equalization to hear protests on property assessments.