Thomas S. Shafer

The board meeting addressed several key agenda items, including updates and payment approvals for the parking garage expansion project, security upgrades for the County-City Building, and a review of the May 2026 voucher reports. Numerous contract amendments and new service agreements were approved, covering areas such as envelope printing, generator maintenance, industrial gas supplies, security installation, and waste collection services. The commission also conducted an executive session, announced a staff appointment for the Facilities and Property Director, and reviewed administrative items.

The Board of Commissioners discussed various financial and administrative matters. Key topics included the approval of several claims, including those exceeding the 90-day period, and the authorization of amendments to multiple county contracts related to furniture, construction, and processing services. A public hearing was held regarding the supplementation of appropriations for the Bridge and Special Road Fund and the Group Self-Insurance Fund, which was subsequently approved. Furthermore, the Board approved a year-end transfer of contingency funds, issued special designated licenses for the Meadowlark Music Festival, ratified a new labor agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police, and awarded a contract for road resurfacing projects. Additionally, the Board certified compliance with foreign national vetting requirements to maintain eligibility for federal emergency management grants.

The Board approved various financial claims and contractual amendments related to electronic monitoring, armored car services, and public health programs. They conducted public hearings for the adoption of new building codes and updated electrical and mechanical fee schedules, subsequently approving the corresponding resolutions. Following an executive session, the Board approved a land transaction and real estate purchase agreements with the City of Lincoln for the Multimodal Transportation Center project, including parking agreements. Additionally, the Board authorized traffic warning signs, approved bridge repair contracts, and adopted revisions to personnel policies and federal grant compliance documents.

The board discussed and took action on several items, including additions and deductions to the tax assessment rolls. They approved notices of assessed valuation changes to correct errors identified in property valuations, which involved both increases and decreases for several properties. Additionally, the board held a public hearing regarding motor vehicle tax exemption applications and subsequently approved those applications.

This document summarizes the public outreach for the Lincoln-Lancaster County Comprehensive Plan, known as Plan Forward 2050. The plan outlines a shared vision for the future of Lincoln and Lancaster County through 2050, emphasizing innovative ideas to support community growth. Guided by core themes of thriving, livability, equity, innovation, and resilience, the strategic goals address key areas such as community resiliency, affordable housing, transportation, equity and inclusion, sustainable growth, and economic opportunities.