Meeting Agenda
1. Open Meeting
2. Roll Call
3. Consent Agenda
3.A. Approve Meeting Minutes
3.A.1. August 18th, 2026 City Council Minutes 
3.A.2. August 18th, 2026 Public Works Minutes 
3.A.3. August 18th, 2026 Finance Committee Minutes 
3.B. Accept the City Treasurer's Report
3.C. Approve the Payment of Claims Against the City
3.D. Approve Katelyn Iwata as new volunteer member of the Fire Department 
3.E. Mayor's appointment of Aaron Blackman to the Library Advisory Board 
3.F. Mayor's appointment of Jorge Paredes to the Library Advisory Board 
4. Items of Business
4.A. Consider the Special Event Permit Application SE26-08 from Burce Cerny and Xochitl Boughtin withTJ Sokol's for a Halloween Festival on October 10th, 2026 
4.B. Consider the FY2027 Transit Allocation
4.C. Saline County Aging Services Annual Report 
4.D. Consider the Special Event Permit Application SE26-07 from the Crete Chamber of Commerce for the Crete's Great Pumpkin Festival 
4.E. Consider the Application for Prohibited Animal Exception from the Crete Chamber of Commerce and Wrangler's 4-H Club for the Pumpkin Festival Petting Zoo
4.F. Resolution 2026-19 declaring the intent to reimburse the City for certain expenditures from the proceeds of bonds issued by the City 
4.G. Consider Resolution 2026-20 Signing of Preliminary Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Crete and JEO Consulting Group, Inc for Crete Pedestrian Bridge Project NDOT Project Number: DPS-76 (53) 
4.H. Consider Resolution 2026-21 authorizing Chief Elected Official to sign an application for CDBG Funds for infrastructure grant to reconstruct 15th street and construct sidewalk improvements from Boswell Ave to Fir Ave 
4.I. Consider adopting the Citizen Participation Plan 
4.J. Consider the Excessive Force Certification 
4.K. Consider the Residential Anti-Displacement & Relocation Assistance Plan 
4.L. Consider the Apparatus Purchase Agreement with Toyne Inc  
4.M. Consider authorizing the Crete Police Department to apply for the NHTSA Grant 
4.N. Consider authorizing the Crete Police Department to apply for the Taser Grant 
4.O. Consider advertising for bids for an ambulance and setting a bid opening date 
4.P. FY2026-2027 Budget Work Session 
5. Petitions - Communications - Resident Concerns
6. Officers' Reports
6.A. June and July Building Permit Log 
6.B. Planning Commission Minutes 
6.C. Airport Advisory Board Minutes 
7. Adjournment
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Meeting: September 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Crete City Council Regular Meeting
Subject:
1. Open Meeting
Rationale:
  • In accordance with Nebraska law, a copy of the Open Meetings Act can be found in the back of the Council Chambers.
  • Items listed on the agenda may be considered in any order.
  • Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Subject:
2. Roll Call
Rationale:
  • Attendance of members will be recorded to determine the presence of a quorum for official actions.
Subject:
3. Consent Agenda
Rationale:
  • All items listed on the consent agenda will be approved by one motion and vote. No separate discussion of these items will occur unless the Mayor, a Councilmember, or a citizen so requests. If such a request is made, the item will be moved out of the consent agenda and considered separately.
Subject:
3.A. Approve Meeting Minutes
Subject:
3.A.1. August 18th, 2026 City Council Minutes 
Attachments:
Subject:
3.A.2. August 18th, 2026 Public Works Minutes 
Attachments:
Subject:
3.A.3. August 18th, 2026 Finance Committee Minutes 
Attachments:
Subject:
3.B. Accept the City Treasurer's Report
Attachments:
Subject:
3.C. Approve the Payment of Claims Against the City
Attachments:
Subject:
3.D. Approve Katelyn Iwata as new volunteer member of the Fire Department 
Subject:
3.E. Mayor's appointment of Aaron Blackman to the Library Advisory Board 
Subject:
3.F. Mayor's appointment of Jorge Paredes to the Library Advisory Board 
Subject:
4. Items of Business
Rationale:
  • Action may be taken to discuss/limit discussion, to hear testimony in favor of or in opposition to, and to approve or disapprove any matter presented under this title.
Subject:
4.A. Consider the Special Event Permit Application SE26-08 from Burce Cerny and Xochitl Boughtin withTJ Sokol's for a Halloween Festival on October 10th, 2026 
Discussion:
Xochitl Boughtin addressed the City Council and stated that this would be their third year having the Halloween Festival. Boughtin explained that there would be food, music, and a costume contest. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Special Event Permit Application SE26-08 from Bruce Cerny and Xochitl Boughtin withTJ Sokol's for a Halloween Festival on October 10th, 2026 Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.B. Consider the FY2027 Transit Allocation
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that the Public Works Committee had a discussion on this item. However, they would like Saline County Area Transit's Executive Director Scott Bartels to come present to the City Council. 
Action(s):
Motion Tabled:
Tabled the FY2027 Transit Allocation Tabled with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Kyle Frans.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.C. Saline County Aging Services Annual Report 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Accepted the Saline County Aging Services Annual Report Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Dale Strehle.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.D. Consider the Special Event Permit Application SE26-07 from the Crete Chamber of Commerce for the Crete's Great Pumpkin Festival 
Discussion:
Mayor Dave Bauer stated that this event is the same as the year before. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Special Event Permit Application SE26-07 from the Crete Chamber of Commerce for the Crete's Great Pumpkin Festival Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Tom Crisman.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.E. Consider the Application for Prohibited Animal Exception from the Crete Chamber of Commerce and Wrangler's 4-H Club for the Pumpkin Festival Petting Zoo
Discussion:
Mayor Dave Bauer explained that since there will be a petting Zoo at the Pumpkin Festival, this application is for the animals that will be there. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Application for Prohibited Animal Exception from the Crete Chamber of Commerce and Wrangler's 4-H Club for the Pumpkin Festival Petting Zoo Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.F. Resolution 2026-19 declaring the intent to reimburse the City for certain expenditures from the proceeds of bonds issued by the City 
Discussion:
Bill Arth from Piper Sandler explained that this Resolution is to declare the intent to reimburse the City for certain expenditures from the proceeds of bonds issued by the City. 

 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Adopted Resolution 2026-19 declaring the intent to reimburse the City for certain expenditures from the proceeds of bonds issued by the City Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.G. Consider Resolution 2026-20 Signing of Preliminary Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Crete and JEO Consulting Group, Inc for Crete Pedestrian Bridge Project NDOT Project Number: DPS-76 (53) 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that this Resolution is for the preliminary engineering services agreement between the City of Crete and JEO Consulting Group, Inc. for the Crete Pedestrian Bridget project that NDOT is helping administer. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Adopted Resolution 2026-20 Signing of Preliminary Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Crete and JEO Consulting Group, Inc for Crete Pedestrian Bridge Project NDOT Project Number: DPS-76 (53) Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.H. Consider Resolution 2026-21 authorizing Chief Elected Official to sign an application for CDBG Funds for infrastructure grant to reconstruct 15th street and construct sidewalk improvements from Boswell Ave to Fir Ave 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that this Resolution is to authorize the Chief Elected Official to sign an application for CDBG funds for an infrastructure grant to reconstruct 15th Street and construct sidewalk improvements from Boswell Ave to Fir Ave. 
 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Adopt Resolution 2026-21 authorizing Chief Elected Official to sign an application for CDBG Funds for infrastructure grant to reconstruct 15th street and construct sidewalk improvements from Boswell Ave to Fir Ave Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.I. Consider adopting the Citizen Participation Plan 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that the Citizen Participation Plan is part of the requirements for the CDBG grant application. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved adopting the Citizen Participation Plan Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.J. Consider the Excessive Force Certification 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada explained that the Excessive Force Certification is also part of the CDBG grant application and this is a policy prohibiting the use of excessive force. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Excessive Force Certification Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.K. Consider the Residential Anti-Displacement & Relocation Assistance Plan 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Residential Anti-Displacement & Relocation Assistance Plan Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Anthony Fitzgerald.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.L. Consider the Apparatus Purchase Agreement with Toyne Inc  
Discussion:
Fire Chief Tod Allen stated that funds for the purchase of this apparatus are all coming from donations and grants. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved the Apparatus Purchase Agreement with Toyne Inc with the appropriate documentation. Carried with a motion by Dale Strehle and a second by Dan Papik.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Attachments:
Subject:
4.M. Consider authorizing the Crete Police Department to apply for the NHTSA Grant 
Discussion:
Chief of Police Jon Pucket stated that the NHTSA Grant is being applied for by the Nebraska State Patrol and the Crete Police Department will be participating. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Authorized the Crete Police Department to apply for the NHTSA Grant Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Tom Crisman.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Subject:
4.N. Consider authorizing the Crete Police Department to apply for the Taser Grant 
Discussion:
Chief of Police Jon Pucket stated that this application is for Tasers. 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Authorized the Crete Police Department to apply for the Taser Grant Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Tom Crisman.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Subject:
4.O. Consider advertising for bids for an ambulance and setting a bid opening date 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Approved to advertising for bids for an ambulance and setting a bid opening date of September 30th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Carried with a motion by Dan Papik and a second by Tom Crisman.
  • Tom Crisman: Aye
  • Anthony Fitzgerald: Aye
  • Ashley Newmyer: Aye
  • Kyle Frans: Aye
  • Dale Strehle: Aye
  • Dan Papik: Aye
Subject:
4.P. FY2026-2027 Budget Work Session 
Discussion:
City Administrator Tom Ourada provided two spreadsheets with the City of Crete Geral Fund Transfer Summary Tax Fund Operations. Ourada also provided the City of Crete Comparative Valuation, Taxes, Levies and Expenditures from 2017-2018 to 2026-2027. Ourada explained possible options for the FY 2026-2027 Budget year and answered questions from the City Council members. Ourada stated that Saline County Joint Public Hearing would be on September 23rd, 2026 at 6:15 p.m. at the Saline County Courthouse in the 3rd Floor District Court Room. The City Council Special Meeting will be on Monday, September 28th, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

 
Subject:
5. Petitions - Communications - Resident Concerns
Rationale:
  • Resident testimony may be limited to 3 minutes per person.
  • Please do not repeat testimony that has already be heard.
  • No action can be taken on matters presented under this title except to answer any questions or to refer the matter for further action.
Subject:
6. Officers' Reports
Rationale:
  • Reports may be given by Officers, Departments, Committees, or Councilmembers concerning the current operations of the City.
  • No action can be taken on matters presented under this title except to answer any questions or to refer the matter for further action.
Discussion:
  • Chief of Police Jon Pucket stated the following:
  • School Resource Officer Noah Zach provided information on e-bikes, electric bikes and minibikes for students during lunch time at the Middle School.
  • Through the child safety grant the police department was able to complete 72 car seat inspections and give out 22 car seats to families.
  • City Administrator Tom Ourada stated that the Police Department has been doing work towards stopping loud vehicles that are breaking the law. Pucket added that they can get tickets for disturbing the peace.
  • Library Director Jessica Wilkinson stated that she is working on the library accreditation process and appreciates City Attorney Anna Burge’s help.
  • Parks and Recreation Director Liz Cody stated the following:
  • 4 new Doane Service Leadership volunteers interested in opportunities in parks, forestry, & recreation programs
  • Doane Student Andrew Langford assisting with tree projects during the fall
  • Interviewing applicants for part-time or full-time groundskeeper positions
  • Co-Ed softball season is underway & Flag Football registration is closed and coaching/referee positions are filled
  • Upcoming events in September include a Girl Scout-led park clean-up day at Library Park and the PlantNebraska Curator’s Meeting
  • Building Inspector Trent Griffin provided the Permit Log for the months of June and July. Griffin also explained that Cross-Connection Control Reporting Surveys are being mailed out.
  • City Council member Anthony Fitzgerald asked about the City of Crete’s dilapidated buildings and Ourada asked Fitgerald to provide him with a list and he would follow up with the different departments. City Attorney Anna Burge stated that the City of Crete owns the land at Tuxedo Park but not the buildings and the owners have an obligation to maintain the buildings.
  • City Council member Dan Papik stated that he is grateful to the City departments working together.
  • City Council member Dale Strehle thanked the department heads for their work on the City budget.
  • City Council member Ashley Newmyer thanked City Administrator Tom Ourada and Finance Director Wendy Thomas for their work on the budget.
  • City Council member Tom Crisman thanked Chief of Police Jon Pucket for his work citing illegal loud vehicles.
  • City Administrator Tom Ourada reminded the City Council members that the Employee Recognition Dinner is on Thursday, September 17th, 2026.
  • Mayor Dave Bauer asked the council members who would be able to attend the dinner with the group of Hungarians that will be visiting Crete on Sunday, September 20th, 2026.
Subject:
6.A. June and July Building Permit Log 
Attachments:
Subject:
6.B. Planning Commission Minutes 
Attachments:
Subject:
6.C. Airport Advisory Board Minutes 
Attachments:
Subject:
7. Adjournment
Discussion:
The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
 
 

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