October 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM - Executive Committee Meeting

Rationale:  The November Board Meeting will be held at the Schuyler High School starting at 4:30 p.m. 

Rationale:  GMDA Winter Conference — February 2-4 - Savannah, Georgia.  The meeting will be held at the Savannah Marriott Riverfront, Savannah, GA. Director McKnight is interested in attending. 

Rationale:  NACD Annual Meeting — February 6–10, 2027 — Las Vegas, Nevada. The Early Registration deadline is December 18th.  Please let Breunig know if you are interested in attending. 

Rationale:  This month's education program will be the Shell Creek Students' presentation on their ongoing Shell Creek Sampling.

Rationale:  Jovan has supplied his recommendation on addressing our Open Meeting public comment and meeting decorum policy.

Rationale:  Our normal Committee Meeting day would be New Year's Eve, December 31st. 

Potential dates - 
Monday, January 4,  2027 
Tuesday, January 5,  2027
 

Rationale:  Water Dept. is planning a date for a Water Retreat or a Water Retreat combined with other District topics for a date in February or early March.

Rationale:  Management has finally been informed by NDOT our temporary entrance to the Wanahoo Amphitheater construction area has been approved.  M.E. Collins is aware and will begin hauling dirt within the next few weeks.

Rationale:  Chair Sabatka appointed the following Nominating Sub-Committee to meet and bring forth candidates: Board Chair, vice-chair, secretary, treasurer, NARD Representative and NARD alternate.

Birkel, Hilger, Saalfeld and Sabatka

The Nominating Sub-Committee will give a report at the December 14th Board Meeting. 
 

Rationale: 

Staff have been developing proposed access and educational improvements at the NRD office stormwater detention basin. The project would improve public access and provide opportunities to educate visitors about stormwater management, water quality, runoff reduction, and the role of detention basins.

The proposed project includes an accessible pathway with two entrances and educational signage highlighting stormwater best management practices and the function of the basin. The preliminary project budget is capped at $100,000.

Staff have prepared a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional services associated with the project. A motion is requested to solicit proposals.

Rationale:  Staff will update the committee on the status of our current RFP's

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2026 Flood Damage - Project Updates

FYI, as this it being handled in O&M committee.

Following the September 30-October 1, 2026, flooding event, staff continues to evaluate damage and pursue potential federal assistance for three projects. Letters requesting assistance under USACE Public Law 84-99 were submitted October 28, 2026. NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) assistance request letters have also been drafted.

1. Camp Ashland Fuse Plug - Estimated Cost: $52,500

Floodwaters eroded approximately 60 feet of the fuse plug, which is part of the Platte River levee system. Repairs are needed to restore the structure. Staff is also discussing potential design improvements with USACE to improve future performance.

2. Sand/Duck Creek Site 16 - Estimated Cost: $20,000

Floodwaters displaced riprap downstream of the grade stabilization structure, creating concerns about continued erosion and potential headcutting toward the dam. Proposed repairs include replacing riprap and stabilizing the damaged area.

3. Keiser Dam / Union Township - Estimated Cost: Thousands to Millions

Flooding caused significant damage to the privately owned dam and surrounding drainage system. Staff is evaluating alternatives ranging from localized channel stabilization and sediment removal to more extensive grade stabilization or reconstruction. Costs could range from thousands to millions of dollars depending on the selected scope and available funding. Potential project partners include Saunders County and the Clear Creek Dike and Drainage District. Staff will continue coordinating with these entities to evaluate potential improvements, funding opportunities, and project responsibilities. Pictures attached.

Next Steps: Staff will continue coordinating with USACE, NRCS, FEMA/NEMA, and other project partners to determine funding eligibility, refine repair alternatives, and develop project scopes and cost estimates.

Rationale:  Management is preparing to post our Water Technician position which is currently open.  Advertising will begin next week with the plan to have new position filled by early January.

Rationale:  Chair's establishment of a three member sub-committee to serve a two year term.

Rationale:  Grant will be available to review the September Financial Statements.

Kyle Overturf informed us he is waiting for the Feds to release the Compliance Supplement for the Single Audit. They cannot issue the financials until the Final Compliance Supplement comes out. 

Rationale:  Attached find Gottschalk's time and expense sheets.