HAYES COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 9 May 2006 at 8:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Wayne R. Sellers, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet called the meeting to order at 8:06 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present and Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Sellers, seconded Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Sally Vaughn and Shirley Albert’s of Region II Services were present to inform the board of the activities of the Region II Services for the past year.

Motion to accept claims as presented by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to sign tax corrections 2006-10 and 2006-11, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of April 11 meeting by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Recess for lunch at 11:30 A.M. Resumed meeting at 12:30 P.M.

Special meeting to be held on Tuesday May 23, 2006 to review communication grant and leases and executive session, personnel.

Joel Phillips, attorney and David Schutz, sheriff visited the board concerning cell phones.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned meeting at 1:37.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 11 April 2006, at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Wayne R. Sellers, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion made to accept the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Myra Stoney, Director of the SWNPHD was present to give the commissioners an overview of the vision of the SWNPHD and it’s accomplishments for the past several years.

Gary Decinta of Miller and Associates was present to discuss the federal aid projects. Motion to withdraw federal aid request for right of way acquisition on the following projects BRO 7043 (7) and BRO 7043 (9) by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; All yes. Motion carried.

Ryan Arrinton of the USDA came to acquaint himself with the commissioners. They visited about his position and things he hopes to accomplish.

Bids for culverts were opened at 10:00 A.M. Bids were received from Ace Irrigation, Midwest Sales and Services, Presco Sales and Service and Husker Steel. Mike Rowe of Husker Steel and Jerry represented Presco Sales and Service. Bids were reviewed and motion was made by Kolbet to accept the bid of Ace Irrigation, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Blake Gigax and Tom Neill Weed Control Department of Ag were present with the Reports and Requirements score card for Hayes County. Mr. Gigax and the County passed with a very good score.

Tax corrections 2006-8 and 9 were presented to the commissioners. Motion to sign corrections by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Gilbert Gigax and Stan Rucker visited with the board concerning monies for the Hitch and Hay handy bus and they requested $1500.00. They will turn in a claim to the commissioners for the May meeting.

Char Hamilton Emergency Management, visited with the board about the upcoming grant.

Nancy Frecks, Extension, presented the board with a list of new Extension Board Members. Motion to accept new board Extension boards members Linda Delgado, Russ Gohl, Sandy Large and James Widger by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Break for lunch 12:21 P.M. Meeting resumed at 1:15 P.M.

Motion to sign Resolution 2006-8 Transfer of Funds by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet motioned to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 1:38 P.M., second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Chairman Kolbet to come out of executive session, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Minutes of the last meeting, motion to accept by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Copier bids were tabled until the May meeting.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned meeting at 3:28 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 14 March 2006, at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: George H. Miller, Wayne R. Sellers, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet present; Miller, present. Motion to accept the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Mike Manker and Brandon Wood of Great Plains Communication visited with the board about road work and calling the diggers hot line ahead of time. Mike thanked the board for calling and letting them know when and where they would be working to avoid costly repairs to phone lines.

Mike Rowe, new salesman for Husker Steel cam to introduce himself to the commissioners. Culverts were also discussed.

Dave Schutz, Sheriff visited with the Board about the up coming safety meeting.

Rick Loos and Dwana Roschewski, AFLAC Representatives were present to inform the board of new programs and set up a meeting with the employees to discuss the programs with them.

Motion to sign application for group authorization with AFLAC by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign contract for project RD 25-1(1016) with NE Dept. of Roads for highway reimbursement by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Blake Gigax, Weed Superintendent, was present to discuss RC & D agreement with the board. The board declined to enter into agreement at this time.

Motion to sign Inter-local Agreement for Cooperative Public Safety Services with CNRI and 19 other counties by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Miller made motion to sign resolution 2006-7 authorizing Treasurer to transfer funds by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Recess for lunch at 12:27 P.M. Resumed meeting at 1:15 p.m.

The board will ask for bids for culverts. Clerk to advertise.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Underground permits were studies and motion to sign permits 36 through 39 by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign the minutes of the February 14th meeting by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign Special Meeting minutes of February 21 by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Rita Erickson visited with the board about the NACO drug prescription card, work ethic program to have work done in the courthouse.

The board tabled discussion of Attorney until next month.

Motion by Kolbet to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 3:26 p.m., second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Koblet made motion to exit executive session at 3:52 p.m., second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 4:10 p.m.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, 14 February 2006, at 9:00 A.M. at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Wayne R. Sellers, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:01 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. Motion by Miller to approve the agenda, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Letter from Karr Tuck Pointing was discussed. A special meeting will be held February 21, 2006 at 9:00 A.M. to accept the resignation of the interim sheriff, for newly appointed sheriff to take the oath of office and resolution for sheriff checking account.

Motion by Miller to sign tax corrections 2006-3 – 2006-6, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Decinta, Miller and Associates of McCook and Lance Harter, Miller and Associates of Kearney visited with the board about the bridge projects. Motion for Chairman to sign title page for bridge projects BRO-7043(9) and BRO-7043(7) by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Gary brought forms to be filled out for the state on proposed projects.

Char Hamilton, Emergency Management Deputy informed the board of the up coming events. Motion to sign letter to FEMA stating Charlynn Hamilton has been appointed Emergency Manager Deputy authorizing her to represent Hayes County to FEMA by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Recess for lunch, 12:10 P.M. Resumed meeting at 12:58 P.M.

Motion to pay claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Payroll claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the January 10, 2006 meeting by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the January 24, 2006 special meeting by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the January 25, 2006 special meeting by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the February 2, 2006 meeting by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:21 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday the 10 January, 2006, at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were Leon J. Kolbet, George H. Miller, Wayne R. Sellers, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion was made to accept the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Nominations were opened for Chairman of the Board. Miller nominated Kolbet, second Sellers. Sellers moved to close nominations by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote for Kolbet as Chairman of the Board, Miller, yes; Sellers, yes; Kolbet, abstained. Motion carried.

Nominations were opened for Vice-Chairman of the Board. Miller nominated Sellers, second Kolbet. Motion to cease nominations by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Roll call vote for Vice-Chairman of the Board, Kolbet, yes; Miller, yes; Sellers, abstain. Motion carried.

Morris Hartman Emergency Management visited with the county about disaster payments for the removal of snow during the last snow storm.

Chairman Kolbet made motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit executive session at 9:45 A.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Decinta of Miller & Associates was present for the One and Six Year Road Plan. Motion to adopt Resolution 2006-5 for the 2006 One and Six Year Road Plan by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Morris Hartman Emergency Manager presented the Board with a disaster declaration letter for the Chairman to sign. Joel Phillips, Hayes County Attorney joined the meeting at 10:20 A.M. He advised that the declaration could be signed by the Chairman.

Bill Jorgensen of Blue Cross Blue Shield visited with the board concerning changes they are now offering and will be offering in the future.

Joel Phillips, Hayes County Attorney was instructed by the board to write a resolution to all phone companies located in Hayes County about our 911 monies.

Motion to sign Resolution 2006-1 setting the newspaper, meeting days, holidays, etc. by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign Resolution 2006-2, Bank depository, by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign Resolution 2006-3, Investing, by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign Resolution 2006-4, Transferring of monies by Treasurer by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Sellers made motion to accept minutes of the December meeting with the following changes: Blue Cross and Blue Shield deductible can not be changed due to miss information and a 3% raise will be given to county officials each of the three years after election second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motions by Miller to authorize Sellers to purchase machinery trailer at auction with payment to be made at February meeting, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Recess for lunch at 12:08 P.M. Resumed meeting at 1:11 P.M.

Blake Gigax, Weed Superintendent, met with the Board to report on the State Reports due to the State and Chairman of the Board to sign reports. Motion to accept the report of the Weed Superintendent and sign said report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 1:34 P.M. by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Kolbet to exit executive session at 1:46 P.M. second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Jerry Miller visited with the Board.

Motion to pay claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel at 2:23 P.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit executive session at 4:00 P.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 4:45 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 13 of December, 2005 at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:01 AM. Roll call: Sellers, absent; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; Kolbet, yes; Miller, yes; Sellers, absent. Motion carried.

Sellers joined the meeting at 9:03 AM.

Morris Hartman visited with the board about Emergency Management grants that are available.

Kim Cook of the Extension Office visited with the board concerning the heating in that office. Sellers will contact Frank Wolfe about more wiring in the office and in the Veterans Service Office.

Dan Steinert came before the board concerning the deputies resignation. Mr. Steinert handed in his resignation effective December 31, 2005. The clerk will advertise for sheriff and deputy positions.

Dennis Donner of the Department of Property, Assessment and Taxation visited with the board about procedures of the department. Liaisons from the Department of Property, Assessment and Taxation, Pat Albro, Karen Andrus and Marlene Gigax were also present.

A motion was made to accept the resignation of Dan Steinert, Sheriff by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion was made to sign the tax corrections by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion for Kolbet to sign lease purchase agreement for gravel trailer by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve claims, the claim of Charles Clark was denied, not in contract, by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Blue Cross Blue Shield deductible may be raised from $1000. to $1250. Motion to go with the $1250. as of January 1, 2006 by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Salaries for the up coming term for elected officials was discussed. Motion to set the salaries for the 2007 Election term at: Commissioners $ 8,178.50 Treasurer & Clerk $ 27,376.48 Sheriff $ 28,887.26 Attorney $ 17,578.93 Plus Health Insurance Premium paid by County Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the November meeting by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the Treasurers Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; All yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed meeting at 5:10 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, 8 November 2005 at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were, George H. Miller, Wayne R. Sellers, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 A.M. Roll call, Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. All Commissioners present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Miller moved to approve signing of Resolution 2005-17, NIRMA Insurance, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 10:13 A.M., second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit executive session by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve minutes of the October regular meeting with the correction of the word changed to read corrected in the third paragraph in two places, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Rosie Clark, janitor was present to visit with commissioners. Commissioners will look into replacing flooring in restrooms, superintendent room and veterans service office.

Recess for lunch at 12:21 P.M.

Resumed regular meeting at 1:07 P.M.

Motion to approve claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Sheriff Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Treasurers Report by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve and sign inter-local agreement with Village for law enforcement by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Commissioners will sign agreement with Top Office for maintenance of copy machine.

Sheriff Steinert met with the commissions.

Motion to authorize chairman to sign application with NACO for radon information by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Discussion of officials salaries for the 2007-2010 term, discussion will be concluded at the December meeting.

Motion to go into executive session to discuss pending litigation by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit executive session by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Pickup bids were received from Harchelroad Motors and Intensive Auto and Truck. Motion to reject all bids by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Bids for used oil furnaces were received from Ag and Industrial Elquipment, Kurzers, LLC, Hotsy Equipment Co. and Raidian Heating. Motion to accept Ag and Industrial Equipment bid #1 for $6233, plus vent pipe by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes.

Motion to authorize payments for oil heater and trailer prior to next meeting by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed meeting at 4:46 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, 11 October 2005 at 8 A.M. at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Wayne Sellers, Joan E. Lauenroth, Rita Erickson, and Jason Frederick.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:26 A.M. Roll call Sellers, absent; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. Sellers joined the meeting at 8:30 A.M.

Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Minutes of the corrected 30 August 2005 meeting were changed to read from, George Vlasin and Marlene Gigax were present for protest number 103. Marlene proceeded to explain the protest she had written for her father, using information she had gathered from her audit as the liaison for the Nebraska Department of Property Assessment and Taxation. After a brief personal conversation with the commissioners Ms. Gigax jumped to her feet thanking the commissioners for their time and escorting her father from the room. The Assessor, Joan E. Lauenroth, was not allowed any rebuttal time with the claimant. To George Vlasin and Marlene Gigax were present for protest number 103. Marlene Gigax explained the protest she had written for her father. Also the explanation of check for Brian Kolbet, Misc., should have read collection of bad check. There being no further changes to the minutes of the 13 September 2005 meeting the motion was made by Sellers to approve the minutes as corrected, seconded by Kolbet. Roll call vote, Miller abstained as he was not at the September meeting, Sellers, yes; Kolbet, yes. Motion carried.

Treasurer Erickson presented resolution 2005-13 giving authorization to the treasurer to buy tax sale certificates in the County name, motion by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Treasurer Erickson presented resolution 2005-14 Fund transfer from General to R & B, motion by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Decinta, Miller and Associated was present for the One and Six year Road Plan. After discussion of up coming projects motion was made by Miller to accept Resolution 2005-15 accepting the One and Six year Road Plan, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the Treasurers Report by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Officials salaries for the 2007-2010 term was tabled.

Pat Gerdes of Region 15 Emergency Management, presented the Commissioners with data about Region 15 and the option for Hayes County to join them.

Motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 12:04 P.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried. Motion to come out of executive session at 12:17 P.M. by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Recess for lunch at 12:16 P.M. Resumed meeting at 1:12 P.M.

Motion to accept claims as presented by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll as presented by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Bids for pickup will be asked for.

Motion declaring the following equipment as excess equipment to be sold at public auction at the Hayes County Fairgrounds, October 28, 2005 by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Excess Equipment 1 - 3 section John Deere mower, 15 yrs old 1 – 2 section Rino mower 1 – International – 100C track loader, bucket, runs good 1959 40 Chevrolet Truck, 16 ft steel floor, runs good 120 Caterpillar Grader, elevator and 14’ mull board blade, runs good.

Motion to adopt resolution 2005-16 setting levies for the 2005 tax year by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to designate Joan E. Lauenroth as County Clerk as official contact and contract negotiator for All-Tel Communication by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned meeting at 3:06 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, September 13, 2005, at 8:00 A.M. in the Hayes County Courthouse, Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were Wayne Sellers, Leon Kolbet, Joan Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:15 A.M. Roll call; Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, absent.

Motion to approve the agenda by Sellers, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; Kolbet, yes; Miller, absent; Sellers, yes. Motion carried.

Steve Hogeland visited with the board about mowing and spraying around the county shed.

Motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting in August by Sellers, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; Miller, absent; Sellers, yes; Kolbet, yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the Board of Equalization meeting held July 30, 2005 as corrected by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; Sellers, yes; Kolbet, yes; Miller, absent. Motion carried.

Lloyd Christner visited with the board about the Elmer cemetery and the AmVets participation with the cemetery. The AmVets are also taking over upkeep of the Mission Cemetery. Mr. Christner asked for some assistance with removal of trees at the Mission Cemetery.

Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates visited with the board concerning the bridge inspections. Kolbet made a motion to delete the Hayes Center Southeast Bridge BRO-7043(4) from the federal aid project list, second Sellers. Roll call vote; Kolbet, yes; Miller, absent; Sellers, yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve underground permits #33 and #34 by Sellers, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; Miller, absent; Sellers, yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the treasurers report by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; Sellers, yes; Kolbet, yes; Miller, absent. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll by Sellers, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; Kolbet, yes; Miller, absent; Sellers, yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept claims by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; Miller, absent; Sellers, yes; Kolbet, yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to advertise bids for ¾ ton pickup, new or used, automatic or manual transmission, gas or diesel, reg or extended cab, 4x4 wheel drive, and used oil furnace and for a communication tower.

The board discussed the letter from the Secretary of State.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 12:11 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 9 August 2005 at 8:00 A.M. in the courthouse at Hayes Center, NE. Those present were Wayne R. Sellers, Leon J. Kolbet, George H. Miller, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:16 A.M.. Roll call, Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. Miller made motion to accept the agenda, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Dan Steinert Sheriff visited with the board concerning speed limit going east by the play ground.

Donna Good of Domestic Abuse Services reported on the services in Hayes County for the previous year.

Motion to allow underground permit # 32 by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Morris Hartman visited with the board about towers for radios.

Sellers made motion to accept the minutes of the July 5th Board of Equalization meeting, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting of July 12th by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Miller made motion to accept the minutes of the July 19th Board of Equalization meeting, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to accept the Treasurers Report, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Resolution 2005-12, Fund Transfer, motion to sign resolution by Sellers, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Commissioners reviewed budgets of the Hayes Center Rural Fire Department and Ag-Society. Each commissioner initialed their acceptance of the budgets.

Dan Miller, CPA visited with the board concerning budget issues. Dan will meet with the commissioners at 10:30 A.M. August 30, 2005 for a budget workshop.

Recess for lunch 1:25 P.M.

Resumed meeting at 2:06 P.M. Motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel at 2:07 P.M. by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion to exit executive session at 2:26 P.M. by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay payroll claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:46 P.M.

The Hayes County Board of Commissioners met at a regular meeting Tuesday, 12 July 2005, at 8:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: Wayne R Sellers, George H Miller, Leon J Kolbet, Joan E Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:17 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. Motion to approve the agenda by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Karmajo Hill visited with the board about Civil Defense Grants.

Motion by Sellers to approve the Treasurers Report, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to accept the Sheriff’s quarterly report, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims as presented by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay payroll claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet motioned to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 10:27 A.M.. second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Kolbet to end executive session, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Sellers made motion to accept the minutes of the June 28, 2005 meeting, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to sign contract for audit with Dana F. Cole and Co. LLP, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to accept the minutes of the BOE meeting of July 5, 2005, second by Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Sellers to sign correction from BOE meeting of 5 July 2005, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Sellers to sign Resolution 2005-11, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Recess meeting for lunch and then resume at Malone ground for inspection. Returned to courthouse at 2:14 P.M.

Meeting closed by Chaiman Kolbet at 2:17 P.M.

A meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 28 June 2005, at 8:00A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were Wayne R Sellers, George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:17 A.M.. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion to accept the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the June 14, 2005 meeting by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Miller made motion to pay claims, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Sellers made motion to sign Resolution 2005-10, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign contract with State of Nebraska for TerraScan support by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Marlene Gigax was present to visit with the board about the audit she is doing for the Tax Equalization and Review Commission. This is done when the TERCommission changes the values in a county.

Trailer bids were reviewed. Motion to accept bid of Ranco Trailers with Kolbet to sign all necessary paperwork by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 10:07 A.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 14 June, 2005 at 8:00A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were Leon J. Kolbet, Wayne R. Sellers, George H. Miller, Joan E. Lauenroth, and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:12 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Bids were opened at 9:17 A.M. Cody Kipp of Nebraska Machinery was present. Grader Blade bids were received from Nebraska Machinery, Presco, and Murphy Tractor. Motion to accept the bid of Nebraska Machinery by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

One bid for gravel was received from Paulsen, Inc. Motion to accept Paulsen, Inc bid for the east portion of Hayes County by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

No bids were received for fuel. Motion because no bids were received county will buy on open market by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Trailer bids are tabled until the June 28, 2005 meeting. Bids were received from IRNCO, Construction Trailer, Jim Hawk Trucking.

Motion to contract with First Concord Benefits Group for the 125 plan starting July 1, 2005 by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Clerk to notify PayFlex of decision.

Beginning July 1, 2005 County Road Workers can build up to 160 hours of sick leave, at the rate of 4 hours per month. All road workers will receive a $.50 per hour raise beginning July 1, 2005. Those workers with at least 15 years of service may accumulate 200 hours of vacation time.

Chairman Kolbet recessed the regular meeting to open the Board of Equalization at 11:00 A.M. There being 5 protests. Each was reviewed. Motion to accept the Assessors recommendations for each of the 5 protests by Miller, second Seller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the Board of Equalization and reconvened the regular meeting at 11:19 A.M.

Kolbet made motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 11:21 A.M., second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit executive session at 11:34 A.M. by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the contract of Daniel Miller for Budget purposes by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to charge $3.00 per blade for salvage grader blades up to 100 blades first come first served by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the last meeting with the change in third paragraph to read “clerk to advertise bids for next month fuel, gravel and grader blades” by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the Special meeting by Sellers, second Kolbet. Roll call vote all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll claims by Miller, second Sellers. Role call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Board of Equalization will meet on Tuesdays July 5, and 19, 2005 at 8:00 A.M.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 12:21 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, 10 May, 2005 at 8:00 A.M. at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska, Those present were George Miller, Wayne Sellers, Leon Kolbet, Rita Erickson and Karmajo Hill.

Chairman Kolbet opened meeting at 8:07 A.M. Roll call Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to advertise bids for next month (fuel, gravel and maintainer. The board was informed of the TERC decision to reduce all agland by 7.97%. This has been carried out by the assessor.

Permit for underground permit returned for more information, application was incomplete.

Jerry Huntwork, Zoning administrator, discussed with the board zoning regulations.

Sally Vaughn and Shirley Alberts of Region II Services was present to inform the board of the services received by Hayes County residents.

Motion made to approve contract for the implementation and continuation of a property tax administrative system and computer assisted mass appraisal system (June 30, 2005) by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Discussion of disappearing signs on old hwy 17 by the oil tanks near Tom Gohl’s with sheriff, Dan Stienert.

Dan Stienert and Morris Hartman explained the Emergency Response System with SW Regional Board of Health. County would need to install repeaters. Will work on finding a grant.

Commissioner and Road Crew checked on culvert. Considering land is a wet land and private property the county can take no action on drainage of the water around the culvert.

Blake Gigax, Weed Superintendant and Tom Neil, Department of Ag visited with the board about Saltcedar being added to the list of noxious weeds. Tom submitted the annual report for Hayes County.

Kolbet moved to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 11:30 A.M., second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit executive session by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to accept janitor bid of Rosie Clark for $600.00 per month, sensitive offices to be cleaned during business hours, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Adjourned for lunch at 12:09 P.M.

Chairman Kolbet called meeting to order at 1:03 P.M.

Motion to pay claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay payroll by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve minutes of the April meeting with the change, Commissioners will ask attorney to look into our width permits by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Treasurers Report by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Sellers to reject all bids for semi tractor, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Rita will attend Blue Cross/Blue Shield meeting in North Platte tomorrow concerning the new deferred plan NACO is endorsing.

After discussion on Route 6 RC&D Membership they have decided to join.

Clerk to get estimates for handicapped automatic door opener.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:21 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, 12 April 2005 at the Courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Wayne R. Sellers, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:05 A. M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Brandon Wood of Great Plains asked the commissioners about easement for phone lines in district one. Wayne will have his men check into the easements and county right of way.

Treasurer Erickson presented the Treasurers Report and Resolution 2005-9 to transfer $50,000 from inheritance to the general fund. Motion to accept Report and Resolution by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

One bid for Lawn Service was received. It was opened at 9:45 A.M. Motion to accept bid of Jeremy Erickson by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

No bids were received for Janitorial Service. Clerk will put ad in paper for bids for the next month.

Motion to accept the Sheriff’s Quarterly Report by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Lloyd Johnson of Husker Steel visited with the board.

Morris Hartman gave an update of the activities with the Emergency Management programs.

Commissioners will ask attorney to look into Wide Width Permits.

Bob Horn visited with the board concerning 911 addresses and the 911 system for Hayes County.

Ed Vonce was present to visit with the board

Recess for lunch at 12:00 P.M.

Meeting resumed at 1:00 P.M.

Clerk to advertise bids for Semi-tractor day cab or sleeper, air conditioning, power steering, 200” min. wheel base, steel frame, air slide 5th wheel, 135 gal min. fuel tank, 425 HP min. with jake brake, 15 speed over dr., 13 speed over dr., 18 speed over dr., 12,000 lb min front axel, 40,000 lb min. tandem rear axel with poer divide and air ride suspension, 3.90,3.70, 4.11 gear ratio, budd wheels and 24.5 tires.

Motion to approve claims by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve minutes of the March meeting by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign tax corrections by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Discussion of agreement with Perkings county for transportation of decedents. All were satisfied with agreement.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:17 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, March, 2005, at 9:00 A.M. in the Courthouse, Hayes Center, NE. Those present were George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Wayne R Sellers, Joan E. Lauenroth, and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:02 A.M. Roll call Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion to approve agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Allen Bishop, Eldon Kerchal, Rick Wilcox and Gerald Huntwork were present to discuss road 146 in Hamlet. Mr. Bishop asked how to fix the set back problem for his building. Several options were discussed with Joel Phillips, County attorney present. Commissioners will do further investigation with County Surveyor.

Motion to approve minutes of February meeting by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to pay claims, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the Treasurers Report by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to sign contract with Petroleum Science for Oil and Gas appraisal, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to put bids in paper for Lawn Care and Janitorial Services at the courthouse.

Resolution 2005-07 to allow federal taxes to be sent at time of payroll by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Resolution 2005-8 to appoint members to the Board of Adjustments motion by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 1:00 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, 8 February 2005, at 9:00 a.m. in the courthouse, Hayes Center, NE. Those present were: George Miller, Leon Kolbet, Joan Lauenroth, and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:04 a.m. Roll call, Sellers, absent: Kolbet, present; George Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: Kolbet, yes; Miller, yes; Sellers, absent.

Craig Pelster was present to get information concerning the road at 14-8-35. Wayne Sellers joined the meeting at 9:10 a.m.

Bill Jorgenson, BC/BS gave the board information about the upcoming changes in the program for health insurance.

Joel Phillips, Attorney informed the Commissioners of the Interactive Bridge of Hope for abused children now with a location in North Platte, NE.

Miller made motion to accept the minutes of the January meeting with the change in wording in the first motion to read ‘designating’ instead of containing, second by Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion to sign Livestock Friendly Resolution by Kolbet, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Executive session was called by Kolbet to discuss personnel at 11:18 a.m., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried. Motion by Kolbet to end executive session at 11:50 a.m., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Benefits of joining National organization of NACO were discussed. Motion to join the National organization of NACO for $370. Per year by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion to pay claims by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion to pay payroll by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Malone road was discussed with no decision agreed upon.

Motion by Sellers to sign tax corrections 6 through 17, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 12:46 p.m.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday at 9:00 A.M., 11 January 2005, at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Present were, George H. Miller, Wayne R. Sellers, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet called the meeting to order at 9:06 A.M. Roll call: Sellers, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet opened nominations for chairman of the Board by Miller, second Kolbet. Miller nominated Kolbet. Motion to cease nominations by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: Kolbet, abstained; Miller, yes; Sellers, yes. Nominations closed. Roll call vote to appoint Kolbet as chairman of the board: Miller, yes; Sellers, yes; Kolbet, abstained. Kolbet appointed chairman of the board.

Kolbet opened nominations for Vice Chairman of the Board. Kolbet nominated Sellers. Motion to cease nominations by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: Miller, yes; Sellers, abstained; Kolbet, yes. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote to appoint Sellers as Vice Chairman: Kolbet, yes; Miller, yes; Sellers, abstained. Sellers appointed Vice Chairman of the board.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2005-1 containing holidays, official paper, appointments by board, etc. by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Gary Decinta and Bill Cadoza were present from Miller and Associates to promote Miller and Associates for Highway Superintendent.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2005-2 appointing AmFirst Bank official depository for Hayes County by Sellers, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2005-3 authorizing Hayes County Treasurer to invest monies for Hayes County by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2005-4 authorizing Hayes County Treasurer to transfer monies by Miller, second Sellers. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held, Tuesday, 14 December 2004 at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse, Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: Leon J. Kolbet, George H. Miller, Joan E. Lauenroth, and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:03 A.M. Roll call: Clark, absent; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion by Miller to accept the agenda, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Morris Hartman, Emergency Manager, met with the board in compliance with federal regulations to have the Commissioners sign resolution 2004-17. Motion to sign resolution 2004-17 by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to accept the minutes of the November meeting, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Bryan Dannatt was present to visit with the commissioners about fire extinguishers and to give them a price list for the services provided by Tri-State Fire Extinguisher Service, LLC. Clerk will put on agenda for January meeting and contact Northwest Fire Extinguishers.

Recess for lunch at 12:15 P.M. Meeting reopened at 1:15 P.M.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims with the exception of claim of Ryan Smith, $50.00 uniform allowance. Allowance was provided in academy payments. And the claim of Sheriff Steinert for Insurance allowance as county official. Allowance will be paid with more information. Motion by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to pay payroll claims by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Resolution for Livestock Friendly County tabled until January meeting.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:54 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held at 9:00 A.M., 9 November 2004, in the courthouse, Hayes Center, NE. Present were: George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth, Rita Erickson and Blake Gigax.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:07 A.M. Roll call: Clark, absent; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes; 1 absent. Motion carried.

Land purchase and Malone road will be tabled until January meeting.

Windows on south side of courthouse are needing new shades. Chairman Kolbet advised clerk to check into matter and purchase what is needed, limited not to exceed $200.00.

Under ground permits #30 and 31 were reviewed. Motion to accept both permits by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet made motion to appoint Joyce Gohl and Sandra Steele temporarily to the RC&D Board, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Recess regular meeting at 9:29 A.M. Chairman Kolbet opened the One and Six year Road Hearing at 9:30 A.M. Gary Decinta was present from Miller and Associates. Discussion was held concerning future road projects. Blake Gigax expressed concern about road #111 needing maintenance in order to keep land accessible to farming. Motion to adopt resolution 2004-16 by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Gilbert Gigax and Stan Rucker visited the board concerning funding of Hitch and Hay. Commissioners will discuss further participation at January meeting. Gigax and Rucker are concerned about levy for the Historical Society. In order to be on the ballot the Historical Society must first pass a resolution stating such intent and present to the County Clerk, who will then add this to the ballot for the next election.

Ron Scott and Tom McMahon concerning several potential problems on bus routes. Commissioner in each district will address these issues. Scott will get commissioners copy of bus routes.

The Senior class visited the board, this being County Government Day.

Miller made motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting, second by Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes; 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to approve the claims, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll claims by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to approve the Treasurers Report, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 11:21 A.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried. Motion to close executive session at 11:20 A.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Lloyd of Husker Steel visited with the board.

Recess for dinner.

Chairman Kolbet opened the Public Hearing for Conditional Use Permit Application at 1:03 P. M. Present were Gerald Huntwork and Jeff Steinke. Chairman Kolbet was presented with documentation of advertising and documentation of all procedures followed to this public hearing. Gerald Huntwork saw no reason to disallow permit as all procedures have been followed and approved. Motion to approve application of Jeff Steinke for Conditional Use Permit Application for Coyote Arms located in rural Hamlet, NW1/4 Section 30, Township 5, Range 34 by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried. Clerk to send letter and copy of minutes to Mr. Steinke. Chairman Kolbet closed the hearing at 1:10 P. M.

Chairman Kolbet closed the regular meeting at 1:23 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 12 October, 2004 at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse at Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present: George H. Miller, Charles B. Clark, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Vice Chairman Miller opened the meeting at 9:00 A.M. Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, absent; Miller, present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, 2 yes; one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the minutes of the regular September meeting by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote; 2 yes; one absent. Motion carried.

Blake Gigax was present to visit with the board about weed control business in the county.

Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates was present to discuss road actions that could be taken in the county.

Motion to sign Resolution 2004-14 asking Mr. Dicenta to determine public interest and safety on county road by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Malone road was tabled until next meeting.

Motion to sign Dana F. Cole agreement by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to sign 3 tax corrections by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to set levies by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to pay payroll by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Sheriffs Quarterly Report by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Vice Chairman Miller closed the meeting at 12:26 P.M.

A budget hearing was held Monday 20 September 2004, at the Hayes County Courthouse, Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Charles B. Clark, Joan E. Lauenroth, Rita Erickson and Daniel Miller.

The meeting was called to order at 8:30 A.M. Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. All present.

Motion to accept the agenda by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Budget as presented by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to set tax request at $579,357 by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Budget hearing closed at 8:37 A.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 14 September, 2004 at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were Charles B. Clark, George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:14 A.M. Roll call, Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. All present.

Motion was made by Kolbet to adopt the agenda for the meeting, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

George Miller reported on the director of the Southwest Public Health Department and the activities of the department.

Land purchase tabled until after Special Election results are final.

Letter from Attorney Philip E. Pierce was discussed. The matter will be tabled until the next meeting, 12 October, 2004.

Motion to sign Resolution 2004-13 to sign contract with Smith Hayes for purchase of road grader by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign addendum to Interlocal County Line Cost-Sharing Agreement with Hitchcock County by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims payroll by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 12:05 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County commissioners was held Tuesday, 8:00 A.M., 10 August 2004 at the Hayes County courthouse, in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: Leon J. Kolbet, George H. Miller, Charles B. Clark, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:07 A.M. Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion by Clark to accept the agenda, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Bids were opened at 9:00 A.M. Bids were received from Murphy Tractor with Mike Brown in attendance and Nebraska Machinery, with Ed Vonce in attendance. Bids were discussed. Motion by Kolbet to table decision on bids until machines can be looked at, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Decinta of Miller and Associates was present to give information on the Hitchcock County Line road inter-local agreement.

Donna of Domestic Abuse gave a report on the activities this past year in Hayes County and where the monies were spent.

Treasurer, Rita Erickson gave the Treasurers Report.

Billy Searcy and Mark Friehe gave a presentation on AFLAC.

Bill Jorgenson of Blue Cross Blue Shield was present to answer question for the Commissioners concerning the changes made in our policy.

Dan Miller, Accountant was present to go over the upcoming budget for the county.

At 1:04 P.M. Chairman Kolbet opened the Public Hearing for discussion of selling of county property. Present were Russ Gohl, Deb Clifford, Gilbert Gigax, Lana and Randy Richter, Tom McMahon, Dan Steiner, Joel Phillips, Marilyn Anderjask and Ralph Brown. The property in question is the lot behind the courthouse. The county had at a previous date given the old jail to the Historical Society. Clark made a motion to go into executive session at 1:36 P. M. to discuss legalities, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Motion to come out of executive session by Clark at 1:53 P. M., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. A decision will be discussed at the September regular meeting. The public hearing was closed at 2:00P.M.

Motion to pay claims except for claim of Dan Steinert by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to sign resolution 2004-09, Tax sale certificates for Hayes County, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark made motion to sign resolution 2004-10 transferring monies from Inheritance Fund to General Fund, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to sign Resolution 2004-11 appointing Veterans Service Committee, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to sign inter-local county line road cost sharing agreement with Hitchcock county, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark made motion to sign renew for child support agreement, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to accept the minutes of the July meeting, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the Treasurers Report by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to support the renaming of Hwy 25, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to allow Chairman Kolbet to negotiate land purchase agreement with Calvin Callander for $5,000.00 by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 3:37 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County commissioners was held Tuesday, 13 July 2004, at 8:00 A.M. at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: Charles B. Clark, Leon J. Kolbet, George H. Miller, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:09 A.M. Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, absent. Motion was made to accept the agenda by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: Clark, yes; Kolbet, yes; Miller absent. Motion carried.

At 9:00 A.M. bids were opened. Cody Kipp of Nebraska Machinery was present. One bid was received, that being of Nebraska Machinery. Motion to reject the bids by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Pat and Bernice Redden met with the board concerning the closing of a county road.

Blake Gigax, Weed Superintendent met with the board to discuss the process for his department.

Motion to accept claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept the Sheriff’s Report, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark made motion to sign Underground Permit # 29, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the June 8, 2004 meeting by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion to accept the minutes of the Special meeting by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Bill Jorgensen will be contacted to be present at the next regular meeting for an explanation of the deductible for BC/BS.

Kolbet made motion to go into Executive session to discuss personnel at 10:23 A. M., second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit Executive session at 10:32 by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

The Board of Equalization was opened at 10:35 A.M. The assessor discussed the NRD letters received by the patrons of the district. No decisions were made at this meeting. Board of Equalization was closed at 10:45 A. M.

Motion to have the Chairman of the Board negotiate a possible purchase of property for county use was made by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to adopt resolution #2004-08, transfer of county funds by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Meeting was recessed at 11:58 A.M. for lunch.

1:00 P.M. the meeting resumed with delegates of the Hayes Center School present. Those present representing the school were: Mark and Deb Clifford, Russell Gohl, Tim McKillip and Tom McMahon. The committee is interested in purchasing the property behind the courthouse. A public hearing is set for August 10, 2004 at the courthouse to discuss the sale of this property.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 1:38 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, 8 June 2004, at 8:00 A.M. at the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Present were; Charles B. Clark, Leon J. Kolbet, George H. Miller, Joan E. Lauenroth, and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:04 A.M. Roll call, Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, absent. Miller joined meeting at 8:07.

Bill Jorgensen, NACO representative for Blue Cross Blue Shield visited with the Board about the changes in BCBS for the upcoming year.

Phil Pierce, attorney visited with the Board concerning a road in district three. Commissioners will visit with attorney Phillips about the matter.

Blake Gigax met with the Board with a report concerning noxious weeds and actions he has taken.

Motion by Clark to approve the minutes of the May meeting, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Deb Clifford, Lana Richter, Loren Wach, Tom McMann, and Kevin Large, a delegation from the Hayes Center Schools approached the Board about acquiring the land behind the courthouse for the school. Attorneys for both the school and county will discuss the matter. Attorney Phillips will report to the County Board and actions concerning the Board will be discussed.

Motion to accept the Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss personnel at 11:15 by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit Executive Session at 11:27 by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to let bid for used grader.

Miller made motion to pay claims, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Clark made motion to pay payroll claims, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion for Chairman to sign Resolution 2004-06 concerning Blue Cross Blue Shield by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet moved to transfer $20,000 taken from Inheritance to General be returned to Inheritance from General, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned the meeting at 12:17 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Wednesday the 12 day of May 2004 at 8 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Present were Charles B. Clark, George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth, and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet called the meeting to order at 8:10 A. M. Roll call Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. All commissioners present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Mower bids were opened at 8:30 A.M. Bids were received from Miller Repair, K & L Tractor, Midwest Farm Equipment, Curly Olney, and McCook Farm Implement. Motion to accept the bid of Miller Repair of $9775 for 3710 BushHog by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Lawn Care bid was opened at 9:30 A.M. Only one bid was received. Jeremy Erickson was awarded the bid for $2150 for watering and mowing the courthouse lawn.

Motion to accept phone bid of Harchelroad Motors for 1997 Ford F250, Heavy duty, 4 X 4 for $7850 giving Miller authority to sign all papers necessary for purchase by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Phone bids were made by Wagner Ford, Country Ford and Harchelroad Motors.

Rick Malaney of the RC&D visited with the board about the projects for the past year and those that are up coming.

Susie Long asked for approval for a temporary Liquor License for three events to be held at the Fair Grounds May 22, June 12 and 26. Kolbet moved to sign such letter, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Concrete Bids were opened. Bids were received from Gerih Concrete and M & B Company. Motion to reject all bids by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote all yes. Motion carried.

Letter from Hitch and Hay was discussed. Commissioners will pay the same as last year, $1000.00.

Motion to accept contract with Daniel D. Miller for $2250 to do the 2004-2005 budget for Hayes County by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Lloyd Christner visited with the Board about care of the Elmer Cemetery. The AmVets will take on mowing twice a year for their project.

Motion to pay claims with the exception of Farm Plan (paid last month) and Jack’s Uniforms (to be taken from uniform allowance), by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll claims Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 12:18 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held on Tuesday the 13th day of April 2004, at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Present were George H. Miller, Charles B. Clark, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth and Rita Erickson.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 A. M. Roll call all commissioners present.

Motion by Clark to approve the agenda, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Chad and Laurie Brenning met with the commissioners to visit about the condition of roads in the southeast part of the county. The Brenning presented pictures of a one car accident occuring on March 26, 2004. Mr. & Mrs. Brenning were asking that the roads be attended to in that area.

Casey Seagren of the USDA presented the board with an overview of his activities in animal control in the area.

Rita Erickson visited with the commissioners about management of the grant money for Emergency Management.

Blake Gigax, County Weed Superintendent visited with the board concerning noxious weed potential for Hayes County.

Kolbet moved to open fun #2500 for the Federal Homeland Security Grant money and move the grant monies received to this account, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion passed.

Paint bids were opened at 10:45 A.M. Bids were received from Bob McNutt, Michael Kathryns and Carey Harrison and Jan Nordhausen. Motion by Miller to accept the bid of Carey Harrison and Jan Nordhausen, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Rita Erickson presented a letter from the Hayes County Rural Fire Department concerning the 911 addressing. Attorney Phillips will write a letter for advertisement in the paper due to the confusion with further investigation into the matter.

Due to the lack of mower bids the Board will let bids again for a mower. Specifics are heavy duty drive line, 2 section (5-7’ sections) dual wheel wings, 1000 RPM PTO, pull type, chain deflectors front and rear. Tractor bids are to be in the clerks office by 8:00 A.M. on Tuesday May 11, 2004. Bids will be opened at 8:30 A.M.

The clerk will place an ad for lawn care at the courthouse and for the front walk of the courthouse.

Tractor bids were opened at 11:30 A.M. Bids were received from Klein’s Motors, Curly Olney’s, Kaschke Company, and Midwest Farm Equipment. Motion made by Miller to allow Charles B. Clark to inspect tractors and is given the authority to sign all papers necessary for purchase of a tractor, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. All bids can be inspected in the clerks office.

Motion to approve the minutes of the March 9th 2004 meeting by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the minutes of the Road Hearing, changing wording from Chairman Kolbet decision to Board decision by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept the Sheriff’s quarterly report, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the Treasurers report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to pay claims except claim of Jacks Uniform, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Miller made motion to accept payroll claims, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to adopt form pertaining to agenda policy by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign tax correction 04-4, duplication of items, by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 1:22 P.M., second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried. Motion to exit executive session at 1:31 P.M. by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed meeting at 1:44 P.M.

The Hayes County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, 9 March 2004, at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Those present were: Charles B. Clark, George H. Miller, Leon J. Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth, Rita Erickson, and Joel Phillips.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 A.M. Roll call: Kolbet, Clark, Miller, all present.

Motion to accept the agenda by Miller, seconded by Clark. Roll call vote, all yes, motion carried.

Chad Brenning was in to visit with the board about a culvert and gravel for his road. He and his family will be moving in soon and have had trouble since the last storms.

Chairman Kolbet opened the Public Road Hearing at 10:04 A.M. due to time conflict with advertised time. Hearing was recessed until 11:00 A.M.

Motion to accept payroll by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes, motion carried.

Motion to pay claims holding claims for Stahr and Associates, Curley Olney and Community Hospital by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes, motion carried.

Bryan Dannet of Tri-State Fire Extinguisher Services visited with the board about his company and the services they provide.

Underground permit number 28 was presented to the board. Motion to accept permit by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, all yes, permit accepted.

Miller made motion to appoint James R. Widger to the Board of Adjustments, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, all yes, motion carried.

Clark made motion to accept the Treasurers Report, second Miller. Roll call vote all yes, motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the February 10th meeting by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes, motion carried.

County Attorney, Joel Phillips suggested that due to the errors in the advertising for bids of tractor and painting that the bids be let again with correct information. Bids will be let again for the following month, due in the clerks office by 4 P.M. Monday, April 12, 2004.

The Public Hearing was resumed at 11:00 A. M. Present for the meeting were: Robert Korell, Clint Schafer, Russ Gohl, Tom Gohl, Rick Gohl, Sean Lacey, and Ron Schafer. Most feeling that if this part of road was to be fixed, all of the road should be fixed, not just part of it, or do nothing. Commissioner Kolbet will take all under advisement, with further investigation of the matter. Chairman Kolbet will make his decision at the next meeting. Chairman Kolbet recessed the Public Hearing until 8: 00A.M. March 16, 2004 at the Hayes County Courthouse. Hearing was recessed at 11:45 A.M.

Excess equipment will be offered at public auction. Public auction to be advertised at a later date.

Chairman Kolbet will contact DeAnne Doetker concerning 911 phone monies and accounting for monies and what has been done with this money.

The board discussed expiration of tower licenses, toxic waste (Keep America Beautiful) and Emergency Manager contacts with Attorney Phillips.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned the meeting at 12:32 P.M.

A regular meeting of the Hayes County Commissioners was held Tuesday, 10 February 2004 at 9:00 A.M. in the courthouse in Hayes Center, NE. Present were Charles B. Clark, Leon Kolbet, Joan E. Lauenroth, Rita Erickson and Joel Phillips.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:04 A. M.

Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, absent.

Motion by Clark to accept the agenda, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to accept the minutes of the January meeting, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to sign Resolution 2004-05 concerning Public Road Hearing by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to sign Resolution 2004-06 concerning LB 968 (County Court moved to District Court), second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Clerk to let bids for tractor 150 – 200hp, air, cab, 2wd, duals. Trade in 4640 JD tractor. For further information about trade in call Bud Clark, 308-286-3391. Bids are to be in the Clerks office by 4:00P.M. March 9th. Bids will be opened at 11:30 A.M.

Morris Hartman gave a report on the Emergency Management grants that were received. One was for $11,291 and the second was for $14,568. The county is up for reop update which will take 14 weeks. Kolbet asked Hartman to get certified.

Blake Gigax met with the Board about weed control.

Steve Hogeland, Village Board Chairperson presented the board with and updated inter-local agreement with the village for police protection. Motion to sign agreement with Village of Hayes Center by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Tom Neil from the State Weed Control and Blake Gigax presented the 2003 State Survey for Hayes County.

Clark made motion to approve claims, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to make Contract to pay Emergency Manager $200 per month plus qualified expenses by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Clark made motion to adopt County Vehicle or Equipment Use Policy - Resolution 2004-07, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Clark made the motion to approve payroll claims, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to approve the Treasurers Report, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to go into Executive Session at 12:09 for potential litigation by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion by Kolbet to come out of Executive Session, second Clark. Roll call vote: 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Because of Election Day the meeting in May will be changed to the 10th instead of the regular day of the 11th.

Bids will be let for painting the courthouse.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned the meeting at 12:33 P. M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:01 A. M. A roll call was made with all commissioners present. Motion made by Kolbet to approve the agenda, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet opened nominations for Chairman of the Board. Miller nominated Kolbet, second by Clark. Motion to cease nominations by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote for Chairman, Miller, yes; Kolbet, abstained; Clark, yes. Motion carried, Kolbet is Chairman of the Board of Commissioners.

Nominations opened for Vice Chairman. Kolbet nominated Miller, second by Clark. Motion to cease nominations by Kolbet, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Nominations ceased. Roll call vote for Vice Chairman: Kolbet, yes; Clark, yes; Miller, abstained. Motion carried Miller is Vice Chairman of the Board of Commissioners.

Resolution 2004-01 – Motion made by Miller to adopt resolution 2004-01, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried. Designating the Times-Republican, Inc. as the official Hayes County newspaper for the ensuing year 2004, set holidays for 2004, set regular meeting days.

Resolution 2004-02 – Motion made by Miller to adopt resolution 2004-02, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried. Treasurer granted authority to use Am First Bank and use U S Treasury Note.

Resolution 2004-03 – Motion made by Miller to adopt resolution 2004-03, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried. Treasurer authority to invest county monies.

Resolution 2004-04 – Motion made by Kolbet to adopt resolution 2004-04, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes Motion carried. Treasurer granted authority to transfer money.

Motion to appoint Robert Sutton as Veterans Service Administrator by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion passed.

Motion to appoint Miller & Associates as Road Superintendent and County Surveyor by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion passed.

Motion to appoint Boyd B. Gigax as Weed Superintendent by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion passed.

Motion to appoint Morris Hartman as Civil Defense Director by Kolbet, no second, tabled pending further discussion.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned Statutory Meeting 9:44 A. M. Chairman Kolbet opened Regular Meeting at 9:45 A. M

Motion made to adopt the agenda by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion passed.

Gary Dicenta visited with the board in regards to the letter from Miller & Associates dated January 12, 2004, addressing road vacation and relocation. Kolbet requested road vacation placed on next month’s agenda and posted for Public hearing.

Christie Korell came to visit with the Board. Motion made by Kolbet to move into executive session at 9:48 am, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Kolbet to come out of executive session at 10:12 am, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion passed.

Boyd B. Gigax, Weed Manager, presented his annual reports. Motion by Clark to accept the annual report, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried

Gilbert Gigax, Leonard Nelms, and Mary Jo McMahon visited with the Board about having tax support for the Historical Society put to a vote of the public. Dan Miller, CPA contacted on how this would affect the levy, he will research and get back to the Board.

Motion made by Clark to approve Tax Corrections, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion passed.

Motion made by Clark to accept application for Fair Ground Exemption, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Clark to approve payroll, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Kolbet to appoint Sheriff Daniel Steinert as temporary Civil Defense Director, second Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion passed. Lloyd from Husker Steel visited with the board.

Motion by Clark to accept the Sheriff’s Report, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Miller to accept Treasurer’s Report, second Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Clark to approve the claims, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes.

Adjourned for lunch at 12:10 P.M.

Reopened meeting at 1:15 P.M.

Kolbet present, Miller present, Clark absent.

Visited with Joel Phillips, County Attorney, on letter regarding grant for programs for violence against women.

Further discussion was held on the letter from Miller & Associates in regards to the road vacation and relocation. Clerk requested to send copy of letter from Miller & Associates to Clint Schaffer regarding vacating and relocating a road and a letter to inform him of the Public Hearing for such procedures.

Motion by Kolbet to accept December 30, 2003 Special Meeting minutes with the addition of the description of the trade in 772A John Deere grader SN 772A009644, second Miller. Roll call vote: All present yes. Motion passed.

Motion by Kolbet to accept December 9, 2003 Regular Meeting minutes, second Miller. Roll call vote: All present yes. Motion passed.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned meeting at 1:40 P.M.

Respectfully submitted by Sandi Steele.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:01 A. M. Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Miller made a motion to accept the agenda, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Miller made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 8th meeting, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of Special meeting held October 28th by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve contract for child support enforcement by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Jimmie and James Howard visited with the board concerning several places where road maintenance is needed.

Vernon, Mike and Chad Brenning and Shane and Travis Wilkinson visited with the board concerning roads in their district.

Ron Scott of the Hayes Center Public Schools visited with the board concerning maintenance of several areas where school buses travel.

Clint Shaefer came to visit the board concerning a road closing and change near his home.

Cedrick of Pivot Electric gave the board an estimate for rewiring of the courthouse. Rewiring will begin sometime this month.

Hayes County Commissioners will be taking bids for a Used Grader, 4 or 6 wheel, 14 ‘ mull board, 150hp or better with variable speed. With or without trade in (772A John Deere front wheel assist sn772a009644) Bids must be in the clerks office by 4 P.M. December 8th.

Clerk to send letter to Keep America Beautiful with attorneys position.

Surplus item in clerks office 17”Gateway screen EV910. Motion to advertise surplus county property for written bids to be in clerk’s office by 4 P.M. December 8, 2003 by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Signs were ordered by the road department.

Christy Korell was present to visit with the board. Motion to enter into executive session to discuss personnel at 1:00 P.M. by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion to close executive session at 1:22 P.M. by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 1:30 P.M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:12 A.M. Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. All Commissioners present.

Motion by Kolbet to adopt the agenda, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Dan Miller, accountant was present to present the Budget for 2003-2004. Motion to approve the Budget 2003-2004 as amended by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Morris Hartman, Emergency Manager presented a report on Homeland Security Vulnerabilities Assessment for Hayes County.

Rita Erickson is designated as the person with voting rights for Hayes County at the NACO Convention by the Hayes County Commissioners.

Susie Long asked the board for their approval for a Special Liquor License for the 4th day of October, 2003 at the Golf course on the Fair Grounds Property from 9:00A.M. to 7 P.M. Motion by Miller to approve Resolution 2003-9 granting the Boards approval of such license, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet moved to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 10:17 A.M., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Kolbet to come out of executive session second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign tax corrections 2003-11 to 2003-16 property split by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the minutes of the August 12, 2003 meeting by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark moved to approve claims, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Miller moved to approve payroll claims, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Co-op contracts were looked over and compared. Motion made by Miller to contract with the Hayes County Co-op for the courthouse (7000 gal) and the road (4000 gal) budgets, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to reappoint Clifford McGregor, Mackay Brown, and Art Soncksen to the Hayes County Planning Commission for a three year term by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Recess for lunch at 12:11 P.M.

1:15 P.M. meeting resumed. Commissioners spent the afternoon inspecting over inventories. There are four remaining to inspect, Weed, Janitor, District III, and Sheriff.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:45 P.M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 10:02 A.M. Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. All present.

Motion by Kolbet to adopt the agenda, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Dan Miller was present to discuss the county budget.

Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates was present to get signature for completion of projects. Motion by Clark to sign completion for projects BRO- 7043(5) and BRO-7043(6), second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Clark to approve change order for BRO-7043(6), second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign contract for child support with State of Nebraska by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims except for Quartermaster for clothing by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Budget hearing will be held September 9, 2003 at 8:30 A.M.

Motion to reappoint existing Veterans Service Board by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Break for lunch. Miller will not return this afternoon.

Motion to sign agreement for 3 year contract with Dana F. Cole for county auditing by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, 2 aye, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to open fund #2500 for Homeland Emergency monies by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, 2 aye, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the July 8, 2003 meeting and Board of Equalization meeting by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, 2 yes, one absent. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of Board of Equalization meetings of July 15, 2003 by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of Board of Equalization meeting July 24, 2003 by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept the treasurers report, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to sign Resolution 2003-8 establishing Homeland Security Fund, second Clark. Roll call vote, 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to approve and sign project S-25(1012) with the State of Nebraska Highway Department by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, 2 yes, 1 absent.

Motion to approve payroll claims by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion to sign resolution 2003-7 delinquent taxes by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote, 2 yes, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:31 P.M.

Vice-Chairman Miller opened the meeting at 8:13 A.M.

Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, absent; Miller, present.

Motion by Miller to approve the agenda, second by Clark. Roll call vote: Kolbet, absent; Miller, yes; Clark, yes.

Chairman Kolbet was present at 8:18 A.M.

Motion to approve the minutes of June 10th meeting by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the minutes of June 25th meeting by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Clark made motion to accept the Treasurers Report, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to approve claims, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept payroll claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept Sheriff’s quarterly report, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

No action will be taken on request to close Malone road.

Jail budget was discussed. No changes will be made.

Miller made motion to go into executive session to discuss legal issues at 10:09 A.M., second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Clark to come out of executive session at 10:25 A.M., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Budgets and inventories tabled. Morris Hartman visited with the board concerning emergency management. Husker Steele was present to visit with board.

Motion to purchase from Harchelroad Motors, 1999 Chevy Lumina LS, Automatic, 3.1 L V6, 55,000 miles for $6,800. And Miller to sign all paperwork by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to add claim of Harchelroad Motors for $6,800 to claims paid 8 July 2003 by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet opened the Board of Equalization at 11:20 A. M. No business came before the board, meeting closed at 11:43 A. M.

Recess for lunch 11:45 A.M.

Resumed meeting at 12:45 P.M.

Closed meeting at 12:55 P.M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:08 A.M.

Roll call: Kolbet, present; Miller, present; Clark, present. All commissioners present.

Motion by Miller to accept the agenda, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. motion carried.

Chad Brenning, Vernon Brenning, Mike Brenning, Travis Wilkinson, Brad Friehe and Blake Gigax were present to discuss road where Chad will be building a house and road that has been damaged from rains that is used by the farms in the area. Mike Brenning asked about fixing a bridge in the area.

Blake Gigax visited with the board about noxious weeds in county and his inspections.

Motion to approve Region II Human Resources inter-local agreement by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Commissioners discussed Omaha Life and Hartford Life insurance’s.

Motion to pay claims for the end of the physical year by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Bids received for sheriff’s vehicle were opened. Bids were received from Howard Kool Chevrolet, Harchelroad Motors and Janssen & Sons. Motion was made by Clark to accept bid of Harchelroad Motors for 1998 Buick, LaSabre, 53,000 miles for $9,700 upon visual inspection and approval by George Miller with authority to sign all necessary papers for purchase, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to make journal entry to zero jail budget from Miscellaneous General Fund.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned meeting at 10:56 A.M.

Chairman Kolbet called the meeting to order at 8:01 A. M. Roll call all commissioners present. Motion to approve the agenda by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the minutes of the April 8, 2003 meeting by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Road sign disappearances at construction sights were discussed.

Sheriff Buescher visited with the Board about a new vehicle for the Sheriff’s Department. Commissioners decided to let bids for a new or used vehicle.

Gilbert Gigax, Bernie Goetz and Leonard Nelms visited with the Board about the possibility of the Historical Society being on the tax roll. No decisions were made and the County Attorney will need to be apprised of the request.

Sally Vaughn of Region II was present to give a report of the activities of the group for the past year.

One lawn care bid was received. Motion was made to accept the bid of Jeremy Erickson by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Malone Road was tabled.

Tyson Menke of USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service presented the states 3 year contract to the commissioners and visited about the work done this past year. Motion to sign the contract with USDA by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates was present to discuss the county line road agreement with Hitchcock County. The Commissioners will meet with Hitchcock county Commissioners to discuss the agreement.

Motion was made by Miller to pay Hitch and Hay the same as last year, second Kolbet. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept the Treasurers Report, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to pay the claims as presented, second Clark. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to pay payroll claims, second Clark. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Mower bids were opened. Bids were received from Miller Repair, Kaschke, Murphy Tractor, Kleins Motor Electric, Southwest Implement and Curly Olney’s.

Commissioners decided to stay with the two digit county identity number for the license plate in stead of three letters and three numbers.

Motion to accept Sheriff’s quarterly report by Kolbet, second by Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Blake Gigax and Tom Niel were present for the Weed Authority. Blake reported on the continuing Education he just went to. He also discussed weeds and spraying in the county.

The commissioners made note that the clerk needed another signature for signing checks when the clerk is absent. Jill Lauenroth, Deputy County Clerk will be added to signature card at the bank.

Discussion of the front walk, postage meter were tabled until next meeting.

Underground permits # 25 and # 26 were accepted in a motion made by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried. Clerk will add a sentence making permit holder responsible for damages to road by installer.

Motion by Clark to retain Daniel D. Miller accountant, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to sign 3 tax corrections of assessor, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made a motion to sign the Corporate Diversified renewal contract, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept the bid of DeAnn Doetker for $3500. Without mileage for road numbering, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign contract with Frank Anderson for water at Hamlet shop by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the mower bid of Miller Repair for 3710L Bush Hog delivered, cash price $8900 by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:47 P.M.

Chairman Kolbet called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Roll call Miller, present; Clark, present; Kolbet, present.

Motion to adopt the agenda by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the March 11th meeting by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates visited with the board about the contracting for two bridge projects in the county. Motion to approve an early start date for bridge projects BRO 7043(5) and BRO 7043(6) with chairman to execute all documents necessary to carry out resolutions. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. The decision was made to proceed on the option with Hitchcock county on county line road for armor coating.

Ruben Echols visited with the board about a resolution for participation in support endorsement and cooperation in carrying out the requirements of the NCIP. Motion by Clark, second Miller to sign resolution 2003-07. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Leon will meet with Hayes County Volunteer Fire Department and Hayes County Rural Fire Protection District for road addressing in the County.

Motion to sign underground permits # 22, #23, #24 by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Malone visited with the board concerning a road in district three.

Rita and Joan presented data on refund due air carrier taxes as error made by the State of Nebraska.

HIPPA Resolution to be tabled.

Discussion on numbering roads for 911.

Commissioners will take bids for lawn care for the courthouse.

Sheriff was not available for discussion of surplus inventory; no quarterly report was presented.

Recess 12:05 P.M.

Motion to take bids for mower by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay payroll claims by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote; all yes. Motion carried.

Commissioners will be taking bids for updating wiring in the courthouse.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:08 P.M.

Chairman Kolbet called the meeting to order at 9:01 A.M. Roll call, Clark, Miller and Kolbet all present.

Motion by Miller to accept the agenda, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Sheriff Buescher visited with the Board concerning surplus items.

Attorney Phillips met with the Board discussing road and other county concerns. He also discussed the HIPPA meeting in Kearney attended by himself, Joan Lauenroth and Rita Erickson and what the county would need to do to comply with the regulations. County Officials will have a working meeting on March 25, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. to discuss more about the HIPPA regulations.

Motion by Clark to adopt Resolution 2003-06 establishing pretrial diversion program, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to pay claims as presented by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept the minutes of the February 11, 2003 meeting by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Reappointment to the Planning and Zoning Board by the Commissioners were Jon Anderjaska, Kenneth Ham and Alan Messinger for 3 year terms.

Miller made motion to pay payroll claims, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Miller made a motion to sign Underground Permits 20 & 21, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

No bids were received for mowers, will be tabled until April meeting. Courthouse wiring will be rebid.

Motion to sign Resolution 2003-05 concerning Inheritance bills by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Clerk to send to Senator Tom Baker and Larry Dix, NACO.

Motion to enter into executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel at 11:17 A.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion to end executive session at 11:45 A.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Wages for road employees will be at the discretion of the road supervisor based on performance of employee as determined solely by respective road commissioner. Effective as of March 1, 2003.

Recess for lunch 11:54 A.M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the Road hearing at 1:00 P.M. There being no interested parties present Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 1:07 P.M. Motion by Kolbet to do nothing concerning the road in question, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Tom Neill and Blake Gigax gave reports and requirements from the Department of Agriculture Weed Department.

The meeting was adjourned 1:45 P.M.

Commissioner Kolbet opened the meeting a 9:04 A.M. Roll call, all commissioners present.

Motion to approve minutes of the January 14, 2003 meeting by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet moved to enter into Executive Session to discuss personnel at 9:48 A.M. Motion by Clark to come out of Executive Session, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Gary Dicenta, Miller and Associates discussed bridge inspections with the Board. Motion to appoint Miller and Associates to provide inspection services for project BRO-7043(5) and project BRO-7043(6), second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Electrical bids were tabled.

Motion to authorize Flex Plan by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark motioned to approve tax corrections 03-3 & 03-4, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Adjourn for lunch 12:04 P.M.

Resumed meeting at 1:00 P.M. Opened Public hearing on minimum maintenance road. Present for hearing were: Mike Brenning, Chad Brenning, Vernon Brenning, Francis Friehe, Victor Beebe, Sharon and Jack Lytle, Travis Wilkenson, Tom Gohl and Ted Anderson. After some discussion the commissioners tabled a decision until next meeting, March 11, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. Chairman Kolbet closed the road hearing at 1:49 P.M. and resumed the regular meeting.

Motion by Miller to appoint James R. Widger to a 3 year term on the Extension Board, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Clark to appoint Heidi Wright to a 1 year term on the Extension Board, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet made a motion to enter into Executive Session at 2:04 P.M. for discussion of Personnel, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Kolbet motioned to come out of Executive Session at 2:26 P.M., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet moved to accept bid of $50.00 on Ford, Crown Victoria for salvage, second Miller. Roll call vote: Kolbet yes, Clark abstained, Miller yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to accept Treasurers Report, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to let bids for mower, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed meeting at 2:52 P.M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the Statutory Meeting at 9:02 A.M.

Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Chairman Kolbet asked for nominations for Chairman for the year 2003. Motion by Miller to nominate Leon Kolbet, second Clark. Miller asked that nominations cease, second Clark. Roll call vote: Clark, yes; Kolbet, abstain; Miller, yes. Motion carried. Roll call vote for Kolbet as Chairman: Kolbet, abstain; Miller, yes; Clark, yes. Leon Kolbet will be chairman for the year 2003.

Chairman Kolbet asked for nominations for Vice Chairman for the year 2003. Motion by Clark to nominate George Miller, second by Kolbet. Motion to cease nominations by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: Clark, yes; Kolbet, yes; Miller, abstain. Motion carried. Roll call vote for Miller as Vice Chairman: Kolbet, yes; Miller, abstain; Clark, yes. Miller to be Vice Chairman for the year 2003.

Motion to accept Resolution No. 03-1 Depository by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Resolution No. 03-2 by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Resolution No. 03-3, Treasurer transfer money, by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Resolution No. 03-4, Treasurer invest money, by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to appoint Joel W. Phillips as Hayes County Attorney for a four year term by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to appoint Robert Sutton as Veterans Service Administrator by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to appoint Miller and Associates as Road Superintendent and Surveyor by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to appoint Boyd B. Gigax as Weed Superintendent by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to appoint Morris Hartman as Emergency Manager by Kolbet, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet closed Statutory Meeting at 9:18 A.M. and opened the regular meeting at 9:19 A.M.

Roll Call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present. All Commissioners present.

Motion to approve agenda by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Commissioners read letter from Attorney Campbell with Judges decision in favor of Hayes County.

Tyson Menke visited with the board on activity the past 6 months in our county. New contract will be up for renewal in June.

Boyd B. Gigax visited with the board about his report to the State. Motion by Miller, second Clark to sign State Weed Report. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Jason Clancy and Pat Clancy of NIRMA , gave his semi annual report.

Motion to approve the minutes of the December 10, 2002 meeting by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to sign tax correction 03-1 and 03-2, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to allow Chairman to sign 451A exemptions by Clark, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign Under Ground Permits #17, 18 & 19 by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Sheriff Buescher visited with the board.

Courthouse maintenance, clerk to contact Bob McNutt.

Adjourned for lunch at 12:00 P.M.

Reopened meeting at 1:00 P.M.

Motion to authorize Chairman to sign bridge project BRO 7043(5) by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to authorize Chairman to sign bridge project BRO 7043(7) by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet made motion to approve payroll, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to approve claims, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Kolbet to enter into executive session to discuss personnel at 2:25P.M., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion to end executive session at 2:50 P.M. by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to advertise 1991 Ford Crown Victoria again.

Chairman Kolbet closed meeting at 3:21 P. M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:02 a.m.

Roll call, all members present.

Motion to approve the agenda by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Morris Hartman visited with the Board about Emergency Management and the Health Department working together.

Commissioners will contract for 100% of last years propane instead of 80% as previously decided.

George Miller reported on the progress with the Health Department. The office will be in Trenton and applications have been received for Director.

Moved by Clark to approve Underground Permit #6, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to approve the minutes of the August 13th meeting, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve claims by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark moved to approve payroll, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Moved by Clark to approve Underground application # 7, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

John Burky of Mid Plains Community College visited with the Board about the enrollment of this year and the progress made by the colleges.

Road Closing for road # 70. No one present to protest. Clerk showed proof of service to adjoining landowners. Motion by Clark to close road #70 at location described in Resolution 2002-10, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Kolbet motioned to go into executive session concerning personnel at 11:09 a.m. second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion by Kolbet to close executive session at 11:30 a.m., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Budget Hearing began at 11:30 a.m. Dan Miller accountant was present. Miller moved to adopt resolution 2002-11 budget for 2002-2003, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Recess lunch 12:00 p.m.

Stanley Rucker and Gilbert Gigax were present to inform the Board of the Hitch and Hay program. Motion by Miller to support Hitch and Hay with $1500., second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned meeting at 1:25 p.m.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:15 a.m. Roll call, all members present.

Motion to approve agenda for this meeting by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet moved to approve the minutes of the July 9th meeting as submitted, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to pay claims, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Treasurer presented Board with a list of delinquent taxes. Motion to sign Resolution 2002-11 concerning tax foreclosures by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Clark made motion to accept letter from Gary Decinta and sign resolution 2002-12 calling for public road hearing, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept contract with Hayes County Coop for 80% of last years volume by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Miller made motion to accept the budgets of Hayes County Rural Fire Board and Hayes County Ag Society budgets, second Clark. Roll call vote, all yes. Motion carried.

Assessor Lauenroth presented update to the Five Year Plan of Assessment.

Miller gave report on Health Dept. progress.

Recess lunch.

Dan Miller was present at 1:00 p.m. to work with the budget for the county.

Chairman Kolbet adjourned the meeting at 2:42 p.m.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:06 a.m. Roll call: Clark, absent; Kolbet present; Miller, present.

Motion by Miller to accept agenda, second by Kolbet. Roll call vote: Kolbet, yes; Miller, yes; Clark, absent. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the June 26, 2002 meeting with the correction that meeting opened at 8:00 a.m. by Miller, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: Miller, yes; Clark, absent; Kolbet, yes. Motion carried.

Tyson Menke visited with the board about activities the past year. A new three year contract will be signed next year.

Clark joined meeting at 9:10 a.m. Motion to approve payroll by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Resolution by Hitch and Hay tabled.

Road hearing for road # 157 opened. Present were Robert Ward and Lawrence Walker. Attorney was not present until 10:20 a.m. Motion was made by Miller to amend Resolution 2002-8 to read “title of said vacated and abandoned road shall remain in the possession of Hayes County, NE”., second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Grader blade bids were opened at 10:30 a.m. Bids were received from Presco Sales and Service Inc., Murphy Tractor & Equipment, Midwest Service and Sales and Nebraska Machinery. Motion made by Clark to accept the bid from Nebraska Machinery for 70 1/2x6’x7’ high carbon blades for $1,323. And 30 1/2x6’x8’ high carbon blades for $648., second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Bids for culverts were opened at 11:00 a.m. Bids were received from Husker Steele and Ace Irrigation.

Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates came to discuss bridges with the Commissioners.

Recess for lunch 11:55 a.m.

Meeting resumed at 12:55 p.m. with a motion to approve the Veterans Service Committee by Clark second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to pay claims, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Dan Miller was present to discuss the upcoming budget.

Commissioners will meet July 16 Tuesday at 8 a.m. and July 23, Tuesday, 2002 at 8 a.m. for Board of Equalization.

Motion to accept bid of Ace Irrigation for 2- 72”x40’ 10 GA 2 2/3x1/2 (state spec) spiral with head walls for $6,788.80 and 32 pieces sheet piling for $2,508.80 by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept sheriff’s quarterly report, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept bid from Imperial Country Ford for $23,205 for Sheriff vehicle, with NACO financing and authorization for chairman to sign purchase and financing agreements by Miller, second Clark Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Bids were received from Budke Motors, Harchelroad Motors, Ross Perry Motors and Imperial Country Ford.

Meeting adjourned at 4:35 p.m.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 8:05 A.M. Roll call, all present. Motion to adopt the agenda by Miller, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve minutes of the May 14, 2002 meeting with the correction of bids for Pickup to be in Clerks office by 11:30 A.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign tax correction #02-02 by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to sign updated resolution adding Perkins County to Health Department, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to sign underground permit # 5 by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Treasurers Report by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Payroll claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Commissioners are asking for bids on grader blades. 70 6x7 and 30 6x8, high carb, ½ inch think.

Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates visited the board about bridge in District 2.

No bids were received for bridge planks, commissioners will be allowed to purchase without new bids.

Commissioners want bids for culverts, 2 6x40 or 1 8x40 with head walls both ends.

Motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 10:50 A.M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion to come out of executive session at 11:06 A. M. by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Blake Gigax, Weed Superintendent, visited with the board about noxious weeds in Hayes County.

There will be a Special Meeting on June 26, 2002, at 8:00 A. M. to accommodate year in bills.

Motion to sign contract with State of Nebraska for Child Support Enforcement by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Bids for Pickups were opened from Harchelroad Motors, Tensive Auto, Madrid, Country Ford, Imperial, NE. Will be continued after dinner.

Recess for dinner, 12:05 P. M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the Road Hearing at 1:06 P.M. Present were Lawrence Walker, Kenneth and Mary Tidyman and Josephine Schmeltzer. After a lengthy discussion a motion was made by Clark to close road # 157 and retain the rights to the easements and road as Resolution # 2002-07. The motion died for lack of second. After more discussion Miller made a motion to close the road and retain the rights on section 32 and 31 titled to Tidyman and Walker and the land owned by Ward in section 32 will revert back to the owner as resolution #2002-08, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: Clark, abstained; Miller, yes; Kolbet, yes. Motion carried.

Michele Armstrong of Domestic Abuse/Sexual Assault Services reported the statistics for Hayes County for the year. Hayes County’s portion for the next year will be $926. Motion by Kolbet, second Miller to pay this amount for services. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Mark Friehe of AFLAC presented the board with statistics and information about the program they provide.

Motion was made to approve Charles B. Clark to make visual inspection and make decision on pickup from bids received at 11 June 2002 meeting with the authority to sign purchase agreement or reject any or all bids by Kolbet, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Discussion was held with the County Attorney and County Sheriff concerning irrigation of county roads.

Meeting was adjourned at 3:53 by Chairman Kolbet.

Chairman Kolbet called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.

Roll call: Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion by Clark to approve agenda, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to approve the minutes of the April 9th meeting, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Morris Hartman visited with the Board concerning new mandatory training and certification for Emergency Managers.

Jason Clancy of NIRMA gave the board the loss control history for Hayes County explaining that we were doing well in this category. The County was given a certificate of Merit. He gave the commissioners a report on the options to be had through NIRMA.

Sally Vaughn and Shirley Albert’s visited with the board about the past years activities with Region II Mental Health.

Virgil Doetker representing the Palisade Rural Fire Department, was inquiring about Hayes County putting in road signs for the 911 system. Palisade Rural Fire Department expects to be running the 911 system by the middle of June, 2002.

Motion by Clark and second by Miller to accept the Treasurers Report. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

The Board of Equalization will meet on Monday, June 3, 2002 at 8 a.m.

Commissioners will advertise for a used pickup, 4 wheel drive, ½ or ¾ Ton. Bids to be in the Clerks Office by 8:00 a.m. June 11, 2002. All bids will be at the Commissioners discretion.

Motion to approve claims by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll by Miller, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Motion to sign agreement with Daniel Miller accountant by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Letter from Bill Sullivan concerning designation of Nebraska State Highway # 25 as GREAT PLAINS INDIAN MEMORIAL HIGHWAY. Commissioners will sign designation letter to go to State Department of Roads.

County to let bids for bridge planks, 20 foot lengths; new or good used planks; 100 to 120 planks.

George Miller had a phone number to get information concerning 911 charges on phone bills.

Blake Gigax , Weed Superintendent visited with the board about noxious weeds and the coming season for spraying.

Discussion was held concerning the windows at the courthouse. Attorney Phillips will write letter.

Recess for lunch at 12:00 p.m.

Chairman Kolbet opened the Road Hearing at 1:04 p.m. Those present were Lawrence Walker and Kenneth Tidyman. Motion by Clark to accept the recommendation of Gary Dicenta of Miller and Associates in Resolution 2002-7, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark motioned to sign resolution 2002-8 to close road # 70 between sections 16 and 15 in township 8, range 33, requesting Miller and Associated to make a determination, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

The next road hearing will be Tuesday, 11 June 2002 at 1:00 p.m. The road hearing was closed at 1:20 p.m.

Attorney Phillips reported on items the commissioners had asked him to check into.

Geoffery Holiday of Family Heritage Life Insurance Company gave the commissioners information on the plans available through his company.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 2:30 p.m.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 A. M. Roll call Clark, present; Kolbet, present; Miller, present.

Motion by Miller to adopt the agenda, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes, motion carried.

Rueben Echols visited with the board about being appointed to the RC&D Board. Motion by Miller to appoint Echols to the RC&D Board for Hayes County, second by Kolbet. Roll call vote: All yes, motion carried.

Gary Dicenta, of Miller and Associates was present to discuss road conditions and bridges.

County Attorney Phillips to look into options for van stored in county shed.

Motion by Clark to approve claims, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion to approve Treasurers Report by Miller, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion by Clark to approve Sheriff’s Quarterly Report, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Motion to approve minutes of March 12, 2002 meeting by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Stringers from bridge at Hamlet were discussed.

Chad Meyer of AmFirst Bank visited with the Board about health insurance. Motion by Kolbet to allow Meyer to check our existing insurance to compare with policy he can provide, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Lawn Bids were opened. Bids were received by Jeremy Erickson and Maury Cox. Motion to accept bid of Jeremy Erickson for $2000.00 plus fertilizer by Kolbet, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried.

Due to Primary Elections on May 14, 2002, the next meeting of the commissioners will be held on May 10, 2002, at 8:00 A. M.

Recess for lunch at 12:00 P. M.

Chairman Kolbet call the Road Hearing to order at 1:03 P. M. Present were Lawrence and Laura Walker and Kenneth Tidyman. Motion to sign Resolution 2002-5 causing Gary Dicenta to inspect and report on road 157 by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: all yes, motion carried. Mr. Dicenta will have his report in by the May 10, 2002 meeting. A road hearing will be held on May 10, 2002 at 1:00 P.M. Clerk to certify to adjacent landowners and put legal notice in the Times Republican.

Meeting adjourned at 1:25 P. M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9:00 a.m. Roll call, all present. Motion by Miller to adopt agenda, second by Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

The commissioners read a letter from Lena Mihm. Letter to be given to Attorney Phillips for proper action.

Motion to approve Treasurers Report by Miller, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve the minutes of the February 12th meeting by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Bids were opened at 9:20 a.m. for culverts. Bids were received from Ace Irrigation and Husker Steele. Motion to accept bid of Husker Steele by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Bids were opened at 9:25 a.m. for mower. Bids were received from Southwest Implement, Murphy Tractor and Reyes Farm Wholesale. Motion to accept bid of Reyes Farm Wholesale for Bush Hog mower by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Lawrence Walker and Kenneth Tidyman presented the commissioners with a road closing petition. Motion by Clark to set public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on 9th of April, 2002, with proper notifications and publications, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Attorney Phillips will not respond to letter by Lena Mihm.

Tom Dill of the University of Nebraska Extension was present to explain the new rules set for chemical applications. Tom Neil, State of Nebraska Weed Control and Blake Gigax, Hayes County Weed Superintendent were also present.

Tom Neil, State of Nebraska Weed Control and Blake Gigax, Hayes County Weed Superintendent presented the board with the results of the Reports and Requirements.

Clark made motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 10: 45 a.m., second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried. Motion to come out of executive session at 11:10 a.m. by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel at 11:17 a.m. by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried. Motion to come out of executive session by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Clerk given two applications for employment with road crew.

Motion to approve claims by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Payroll by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to let bids for gravel.

At 11:50 bid for lawn care and maintenance was opened. Motion to reject bid and advertise again by Clark, second by Kolbet. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Recess at 12:05 p. m.

Chairman Kolbet reopened meeting at 12:55 p.m.

Leon Wagstrom was present for a tour of the courthouse to be shown maintenance needed at the courthouse.

Bid for 1986 Ford Crown Victoria was opened. Bid of Charles B. Clark was accepted. Motion by Miller, second by Kolbet. Roll call vote: Miller, yes; Clark, abstain; Kolbet, yes. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 2:15 p.m.

Vice Chairman Miller opened the meeting at 9:02 A. M.

Chairman Kolbet arrived at 9:10 A. M. Roll call: All present.

Miller moved to approve the agenda, second by Clark. Roll call vote, All yes. Motion carried.

Clark moved to approve the minutes of the January 8, 2002 meeting, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to enter into executive session to discuss personnel at 9:34, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried. Motion by Miller to end executive session at 9:57A.M., second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Clerk to let bids for Lawn Care and Maintenance. Bids to be submitted to clerks office by March 8, 2002 at 9 A.M.

Tyson Menke visited with the Board about the activity though the county and to see if they had any request or comments.

Lloyd Johnson of Husker Steele visited with the Board.

Clerk to let bids for 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. Bids to be submitted to clerks office by March 8, 2002 at 9 A.M.

Motion by Miller to declare surplus bridge material, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

No bids were received for culverts, will rebid. Bids to be submitted by 8 March 2002 at 9 A.M.

Boyd Gigax presented the board with the Weed Control Plan. Motion by Clark to approve Weed Control Plan, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Chairman Kolbet to write Cathrine Lang, Property Tax Administration letter requesting written statement of land purchased with the knowledge of changing grass to irrigation.

Motion by Miller to accept Treasurers Report, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to approve payroll, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Board of Adjustments vacancy to be filled by George Miller.

Clerk to let bids for two section mower, new or used. Bids to be submitted by March 8, 2002 at 9 A. M.

Motion to sign Contract with State of NE on Highway project STPD PeP 25 (109) by Clark, second by Miller. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to approve Claims, second by Clark. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Request for road closing tabled for further investigation.

Recess for lunch at 12:10 P.M.

Called meeting to order at 1:04 P.M.

Motion to pay $1000 to Hitch and Hay for handi bus by Miller, second by Kolbet. Roll call vote: All yes. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned 1:50 P. M.

Chairman Kolbet opened the meeting at 9: 00 a.m. Roll call, Miller, present; Clark, present; Kolbet, present.

Chairman Kolbet called for nominations for Chairman of the Board. Miller nominated Kolbet, second Clark. Clark asked that the nominations cease. Roll call vote: Clark, yes; Kolbet, abstained; Miller, yes. Leon J. Kolbet voted in as Chairman of the Board.

Chairman Kolbet called for nomination for Vice Chairman. Kolbet nominated Miller, second Clark. Clark asked that the nominations cease. Roll call vote: Kolbet, yes; Miller, abstained; Clark, yes. George H. Miller voted in as Vice Chairman of the Board.

Motion by Clark to accept Resolution # 2002-1, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept Resolution #2002-2, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to accept Resolution #2002-3, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Clark to accept Resolution #2002-4, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

The Board decided to use Miller and Associates as Surveyor and Road Superintendent. Roll call vote: all yes.

The Board elected to keep Boyd Gigax as Weed Superintendent. Roll call vote: all yes.

The Board will retain Morris Hartman as Civil Defense Director. Roll call vote: all yes.

Robert Sutton will continue as the Veterans Service Administrator. Roll call vote: all yes.

Chairman Kolbet closed the Statutory Meeting at 9:26 a.m. and opened the regular meeting at 9:27 a.m.

Motion to accept the agenda by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Discussion of Road employees salaries. Regular full time employees will receive $9.25 per hour, 13 paid holidays, individual insurance paid, plus vacation and sick pay. Part time employees will be paid at the discretion of the Commissioners.

Motion by Miller to sign tax correction #2001-10, second Kolbet. Roll call vote, Miller, yes; Clark, abstained; Kolbet, yes. Motion carried.

Motion by Miller to accept the minutes of the December 11, 2001 meeting, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to accept minutes of the Special Meeting December 31, 2001 by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve Treasurers Report by Miller, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Clark moved to accept claims, second Kolbet. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Motion to approve payroll claims by Clark, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Miller moved to accept the Sheriffs Quarterly Report, second Clark. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried. Bridge discussion was tabled.

Motion by Clark to sign 451A applications, second Miller. Roll call vote: all yes. Motion carried.

Bids to be advertised for culverts 160’ x 24” riveted.

Clerk to post notice concerning vehicle accidents on county roads.

Chairman Kolbet closed the meeting at 12:03 p.m.