August 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM - Board of Equalization & Supervisors
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1. Please silence all cell phones
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2. Pledge Allegiance and Prayer
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3. Roll Call
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4. Inform public of the posting of the open meeting laws
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5. The meeting notice was published in the Columbus Telegram on August 18th, and the Humphrey Democrat on August 19th, 2026
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6. Approval of agenda as written
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7. Approve the minutes of July 28th as written
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8. Discussion and possible action on the following:
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9. County Treasurer
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9.a. Motion to Open the Hearing
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9.b. Motion to Close the Hearing
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9.c. Requesting approval of the following Motor Vehicle Exemptions as presented by the County Treasurer: Columbus Community Hospital, Inc. (2)
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10. Motion to adjourn to September 22nd, 2026
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11. Please silence all cell phones
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12. Roll call
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13. Inform public of the posting of the open meeting laws
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14. The meeting notice was published in the Columbus Telegram on August 18th, and the Humphrey Democrat on August 19th, 2026
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15. Approve the agenda as written
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16. Approve the minutes for August 11th, 2026 as written
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17. Discussion and possible action on the following:
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18. Theresa Grape - CVB
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18.a. CVB Improvement Grant Guidelines & Application Updates
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19. Tim Hofbauer - IT/Emergency Management
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19.a. Approval not to exceed $2,000.00 for consulting services on the rental of tower space and up to $2,000.00 for tower structural study if needed
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20. Set Levy Limits
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20.a. Consideration of Approval of Levy Limits for Townships, Rural Fire Districts, and Ag Park
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20.b. Consideration to adopt Resolution 26-24 setting the Levy Limits for the Townships, Rural Fire Districts, and Ag Park
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21. D.A. Davidson
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21.a. Resolution 26-22 authorizing notes in one or more series for the interim financing of road projects
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21.b. Resolution 26-23 authorizing bonds in one or more series for the purpose of long-term financing for the road projects
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21.c. Authorize the Chairperson to sign the disclosure/engagement letter with D.A. Davidson
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22. Support for limiting the increasing load limits on trucks, authorizing the signing of letters to Senator Fischer, Senator Rickets, Representative Flood, and adoption of Resolution 26-25 — On Opposing Truck Size or Weight Increases.
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23. Highway Department
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23.a. 808B Change order
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23.b. Utility Permits
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23.b.1. Midstates Data Transport Permit (BN 4 and MB 54), Midstates Data Transport Permit (MA 1819)
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23.c. Three Temporary Easements
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23.c.1. Leroy L Jr. and David W Sprunk, 23877 400 Ave, Monroe NE 68647
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23.c.2. David W. Sprunk, 24018 415 Ave, Monroe, NE 68647
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23.c.3. Daniel L. Sprunk, David W Sprunk and Leroy J Sprunk, 23419 415 Ave, Monroe, NE 68647
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23.d. Road Report
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24. Recommendation for Temporary Salary Adjustments for County Attorney and Deputy County Attorney
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25. Remove from the table
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25.a. DMV Concerns
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25.b. Social Media Guidelines
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25.c. East Central Health District - General Assistance Contract
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26. Committee Reports
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27. Motion to accept, file and credit the proper accounts in correspondence: Monthly Fee Reports, Charter Communications — Channel Change Notice, St. of NE, Dept of Water, Energy, and Environment — Issued Permit — Construction and Operating for Wilke Cattle Company Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation, NDOT - Bridge Load Posting Responsibilities and Confirmation Requirements, 2026 Annual County inventories, County Treasurer Receipts $143,681.22.
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28. Motion to approve claims except for a Trouba Law Claim in the amount of $3162.50
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29. Approve Trouba Law claim in the amount of $3162.50
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30. Public Comments
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31. Closed Session to seek legal advice on a personnel matter for the protection of the public's interest.
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32. Motion to Adjourn to September 8th, 2026
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